NORTH CAROLINA DRONE PILOT PART 107 EXAM –QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF.
*Core Domains*
*1. Regulations and FAA Part 107 Compliance*
*2. Airspace Classification and Requirements*
*3. Weather Theory and Meteorological Reports*
*4. Small Unmanned Aircraft Loading and Performance*
*5. Emergency Procedures and Risk Management*
*6. Crew Resource Management and Communication*
*7. Radio Communication Procedures*
*8. Airport Operations and Maintenance*
*Introduction*
*This examination serves as a comprehensive assessment
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
,1. What is the maximum altitude a remote pilot in command may fly a small
unmanned aircraft above ground level (AGL)?
A. 500 feet
B. 400 feet
C. 300 feet
D. 600 feet
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: Under Part 107, small unmanned aircraft must remain at or below
400 feet AGL, unless flying within a 400-foot radius of a structure, in which case
they may go up to 400 feet above the structure's top.
2. Which document must be in the pilot's possession during flight operations?
A. FAA registration certificate
B. Manufacturer's maintenance manual
C. Remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating
D. Insurance policy documentation
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: The remote pilot must have their remote pilot certificate with an
sUAS rating available for inspection when operating a small unmanned aircraft.
3. When a remote pilot in command (RPIC) is involved in an incident that results in
serious bodily injury, who must it be reported to?
A. The local police department only
B. The FAA, within 10 days
, C. The NTSB immediately
D. The insurance company
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: Part 107 requires reporting to the FAA within 10 days if an
operation results in at least serious bodily injury or property damage exceeding
$500.
4. What is the primary purpose of a visual observer (VO)?
A. To fly the aircraft if the pilot is distracted
B. To scan for air traffic and assist in situational awareness
C. To handle all radio communications
D. To replace the need for an RPIC
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: The role of the visual observer is to assist the RPIC by
maintaining vigilance for potential collision hazards and maintaining situational
awareness of the airspace.
5. Which weather phenomenon is often associated with the passage of a cold front?
A. Smooth air and clear skies
B. Towering cumulus clouds and turbulent air
C. Stable air and low ceilings
D. Unchanging wind direction
🟢B
, 🔴 RATIONALE: Cold fronts often bring rapid weather changes, including
instability, turbulent air, and the development of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds.
6. What is the minimum visibility requirement for sUAS operations?
A. 1 statute mile
B. 3 statute miles
C. 5 statute miles
D. 2 statute miles
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: The pilot must be able to see the aircraft well enough to
determine its attitude and direction of flight, and the weather must provide at least 3
statute miles of visibility from the control station.
7. Which airspace classification requires ATC authorization before operating an
sUAS?
A. Class G
B. Class E (uncontrolled)
C. Class B
D. All of the above
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: Class B airspace is controlled. Operations in controlled airspace
(Class B, C, D, or surface Class E) require prior authorization from the FAA.
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF.
*Core Domains*
*1. Regulations and FAA Part 107 Compliance*
*2. Airspace Classification and Requirements*
*3. Weather Theory and Meteorological Reports*
*4. Small Unmanned Aircraft Loading and Performance*
*5. Emergency Procedures and Risk Management*
*6. Crew Resource Management and Communication*
*7. Radio Communication Procedures*
*8. Airport Operations and Maintenance*
*Introduction*
*This examination serves as a comprehensive assessment
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
,1. What is the maximum altitude a remote pilot in command may fly a small
unmanned aircraft above ground level (AGL)?
A. 500 feet
B. 400 feet
C. 300 feet
D. 600 feet
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: Under Part 107, small unmanned aircraft must remain at or below
400 feet AGL, unless flying within a 400-foot radius of a structure, in which case
they may go up to 400 feet above the structure's top.
2. Which document must be in the pilot's possession during flight operations?
A. FAA registration certificate
B. Manufacturer's maintenance manual
C. Remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating
D. Insurance policy documentation
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: The remote pilot must have their remote pilot certificate with an
sUAS rating available for inspection when operating a small unmanned aircraft.
3. When a remote pilot in command (RPIC) is involved in an incident that results in
serious bodily injury, who must it be reported to?
A. The local police department only
B. The FAA, within 10 days
, C. The NTSB immediately
D. The insurance company
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: Part 107 requires reporting to the FAA within 10 days if an
operation results in at least serious bodily injury or property damage exceeding
$500.
4. What is the primary purpose of a visual observer (VO)?
A. To fly the aircraft if the pilot is distracted
B. To scan for air traffic and assist in situational awareness
C. To handle all radio communications
D. To replace the need for an RPIC
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: The role of the visual observer is to assist the RPIC by
maintaining vigilance for potential collision hazards and maintaining situational
awareness of the airspace.
5. Which weather phenomenon is often associated with the passage of a cold front?
A. Smooth air and clear skies
B. Towering cumulus clouds and turbulent air
C. Stable air and low ceilings
D. Unchanging wind direction
🟢B
, 🔴 RATIONALE: Cold fronts often bring rapid weather changes, including
instability, turbulent air, and the development of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds.
6. What is the minimum visibility requirement for sUAS operations?
A. 1 statute mile
B. 3 statute miles
C. 5 statute miles
D. 2 statute miles
🟢B
🔴 RATIONALE: The pilot must be able to see the aircraft well enough to
determine its attitude and direction of flight, and the weather must provide at least 3
statute miles of visibility from the control station.
7. Which airspace classification requires ATC authorization before operating an
sUAS?
A. Class G
B. Class E (uncontrolled)
C. Class B
D. All of the above
🟢C
🔴 RATIONALE: Class B airspace is controlled. Operations in controlled airspace
(Class B, C, D, or surface Class E) require prior authorization from the FAA.
