COLORADO UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM OPERATOR
CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026
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1. What is the primary purpose of FAA regulations for
unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)?
A. To increase drone manufacturing costs
B. To ensure safe integration into the national airspace system
C. To limit recreational drone use entirely
D. To require military approval for all flights
Rationale: FAA regulations are designed to maintain safety and
order in shared airspace.
Correct Answer: B. To ensure safe integration into the national
airspace system
2. What is the maximum allowable altitude for Part 107 UAS
operations without a waiver?
A. 200 feet AGL
B. 300 feet AGL
C. 400 feet AGL
D. 500 feet AGL
,Rationale: Standard operational limit is 400 feet above ground
level.
Correct Answer: C. 400 feet AGL
3. What must a remote pilot do before each flight?
A. Notify local police
B. Perform a preflight inspection
C. Upload flight data to FAA servers
D. Obtain weather approval from ATC
Rationale: Preflight inspection ensures airworthiness and
safety.
Correct Answer: B. Perform a preflight inspection
4. Which airspace requires authorization for UAS operations
under Part 107?
A. Class G only
B. Class E uncontrolled
C. Controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, and some E)
D. International airspace only
Rationale: Controlled airspace requires FAA authorization.
Correct Answer: C. Controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, and some
E)
5. What does VLOS stand for?
,A. Visual Line of Sight
B. Variable Location Operating System
C. Visual Landing Observation System
D. Verified Local Operating Signal
Rationale: VLOS ensures pilot maintains visual contact with the
drone.
Correct Answer: A. Visual Line of Sight
6. What is required for night operations under Part 107?
A. Thermal imaging camera
B. Anti-collision lighting
C. Two pilots onboard
D. Military clearance
Rationale: Aircraft must be equipped with anti-collision lighting
for night operations.
Correct Answer: B. Anti-collision lighting
7. What is the purpose of a NOTAM?
A. Drone registration system
B. Notice to Air Missions providing flight hazard information
C. Weather forecast tool
D. Air traffic controller scheduling system
Rationale: NOTAMs inform pilots of temporary airspace
conditions.
, Correct Answer: B. Notice to Air Missions providing flight
hazard information
8. What is the minimum visibility requirement for UAS
operations?
A. 1 mile
B. 2 miles
C. 3 statute miles
D. 5 statute miles
Rationale: FAA requires at least 3 statute miles visibility.
Correct Answer: C. 3 statute miles
9. What is the maximum groundspeed allowed under Part
107?
A. 50 mph
B. 87 knots
C. 100 mph
D. 150 mph
Rationale: Maximum allowed speed is 87 knots (~100 mph).
Correct Answer: B. 87 knots
10. What is the main risk of flying in high winds?
CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) Q&A 2026
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1. What is the primary purpose of FAA regulations for
unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)?
A. To increase drone manufacturing costs
B. To ensure safe integration into the national airspace system
C. To limit recreational drone use entirely
D. To require military approval for all flights
Rationale: FAA regulations are designed to maintain safety and
order in shared airspace.
Correct Answer: B. To ensure safe integration into the national
airspace system
2. What is the maximum allowable altitude for Part 107 UAS
operations without a waiver?
A. 200 feet AGL
B. 300 feet AGL
C. 400 feet AGL
D. 500 feet AGL
,Rationale: Standard operational limit is 400 feet above ground
level.
Correct Answer: C. 400 feet AGL
3. What must a remote pilot do before each flight?
A. Notify local police
B. Perform a preflight inspection
C. Upload flight data to FAA servers
D. Obtain weather approval from ATC
Rationale: Preflight inspection ensures airworthiness and
safety.
Correct Answer: B. Perform a preflight inspection
4. Which airspace requires authorization for UAS operations
under Part 107?
A. Class G only
B. Class E uncontrolled
C. Controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, and some E)
D. International airspace only
Rationale: Controlled airspace requires FAA authorization.
Correct Answer: C. Controlled airspace (Class B, C, D, and some
E)
5. What does VLOS stand for?
,A. Visual Line of Sight
B. Variable Location Operating System
C. Visual Landing Observation System
D. Verified Local Operating Signal
Rationale: VLOS ensures pilot maintains visual contact with the
drone.
Correct Answer: A. Visual Line of Sight
6. What is required for night operations under Part 107?
A. Thermal imaging camera
B. Anti-collision lighting
C. Two pilots onboard
D. Military clearance
Rationale: Aircraft must be equipped with anti-collision lighting
for night operations.
Correct Answer: B. Anti-collision lighting
7. What is the purpose of a NOTAM?
A. Drone registration system
B. Notice to Air Missions providing flight hazard information
C. Weather forecast tool
D. Air traffic controller scheduling system
Rationale: NOTAMs inform pilots of temporary airspace
conditions.
, Correct Answer: B. Notice to Air Missions providing flight
hazard information
8. What is the minimum visibility requirement for UAS
operations?
A. 1 mile
B. 2 miles
C. 3 statute miles
D. 5 statute miles
Rationale: FAA requires at least 3 statute miles visibility.
Correct Answer: C. 3 statute miles
9. What is the maximum groundspeed allowed under Part
107?
A. 50 mph
B. 87 knots
C. 100 mph
D. 150 mph
Rationale: Maximum allowed speed is 87 knots (~100 mph).
Correct Answer: B. 87 knots
10. What is the main risk of flying in high winds?
