FAA Part 107 – Weather Questions and
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What type of cloud formation indicates potential turbulence for drone operations?
✔✔ Cumulonimbus clouds
Why should a remote pilot avoid flying a drone in fog?
✔✔ Reduced visibility increases the risk of losing line of sight
What is the primary danger of flying a drone during high humidity conditions?
✔✔ Moisture can interfere with electronics and reduce battery efficiency
How can sudden temperature changes affect drone performance?
✔✔ They can cause battery drain and impact sensor accuracy
What is the best way to determine wind direction before takeoff?
✔✔ Observe natural indicators like trees, smoke, or flags
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,Why is it unsafe to fly a drone in strong gusty winds?
✔✔ The drone may lose stability and become difficult to control
What type of weather phenomenon can cause a sudden and dangerous drop in altitude?
✔✔ Microbursts
How can a remote pilot detect potential wind shear before flying?
✔✔ Check weather reports and observe rapid changes in cloud movement
Why should a remote pilot monitor dew point temperatures?
✔✔ A high dew point close to the air temperature increases the risk of fog formation
What should a remote pilot do if they notice dark storm clouds approaching?
✔✔ Land immediately and store the drone in a safe location
What weather condition creates the highest risk for ice buildup on a drone?
✔✔ Freezing rain
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, Why is it important to check METAR reports before a flight?
✔✔ They provide real-time weather conditions for safer operations
How can altitude changes affect a drone’s battery life?
✔✔ Higher altitudes reduce battery efficiency due to colder temperatures
What is the main danger of flying a drone in heavy rain?
✔✔ Water damage to motors and internal components
How does barometric pressure impact drone altitude readings?
✔✔ Lower pressure can cause incorrect altitude readings and flight instability
Why should a remote pilot avoid flying in a temperature inversion?
✔✔ Stable air can trap pollutants, reducing visibility and causing unexpected turbulence
What is the best way to predict upcoming strong winds?
✔✔ Check weather forecasts and look for fast-moving cloud formations
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Answers Latest Version Already Passed
What type of cloud formation indicates potential turbulence for drone operations?
✔✔ Cumulonimbus clouds
Why should a remote pilot avoid flying a drone in fog?
✔✔ Reduced visibility increases the risk of losing line of sight
What is the primary danger of flying a drone during high humidity conditions?
✔✔ Moisture can interfere with electronics and reduce battery efficiency
How can sudden temperature changes affect drone performance?
✔✔ They can cause battery drain and impact sensor accuracy
What is the best way to determine wind direction before takeoff?
✔✔ Observe natural indicators like trees, smoke, or flags
1
,Why is it unsafe to fly a drone in strong gusty winds?
✔✔ The drone may lose stability and become difficult to control
What type of weather phenomenon can cause a sudden and dangerous drop in altitude?
✔✔ Microbursts
How can a remote pilot detect potential wind shear before flying?
✔✔ Check weather reports and observe rapid changes in cloud movement
Why should a remote pilot monitor dew point temperatures?
✔✔ A high dew point close to the air temperature increases the risk of fog formation
What should a remote pilot do if they notice dark storm clouds approaching?
✔✔ Land immediately and store the drone in a safe location
What weather condition creates the highest risk for ice buildup on a drone?
✔✔ Freezing rain
2
, Why is it important to check METAR reports before a flight?
✔✔ They provide real-time weather conditions for safer operations
How can altitude changes affect a drone’s battery life?
✔✔ Higher altitudes reduce battery efficiency due to colder temperatures
What is the main danger of flying a drone in heavy rain?
✔✔ Water damage to motors and internal components
How does barometric pressure impact drone altitude readings?
✔✔ Lower pressure can cause incorrect altitude readings and flight instability
Why should a remote pilot avoid flying in a temperature inversion?
✔✔ Stable air can trap pollutants, reducing visibility and causing unexpected turbulence
What is the best way to predict upcoming strong winds?
✔✔ Check weather forecasts and look for fast-moving cloud formations
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