Extra Resources for FAA Part 107 Study Guide Users

Whether you are preparing to take the FAA Part 107 exam or using the Study Guide as a reference out in the field, these additional resources may prove to be helpful.

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  • Pilot Certificate Requirements:
    • 16 years of age
    • Pass the FAA Part 107 aeronautical knowledge exam
    • Complete a TSA background check
    • Pass a biennial knowledge check

  • The Aircraft and Operations
    • Weighs less than 55 lbs.
    • Does not interfere with manned flight operations
    • Always gives way to manned aircraft
    • To fly in controlled airspace, including near airports, request airspace authorization through LAANC or DroneZone
    • Maintain Visual Line-of-Sight (VLOS) for entire flight duration

  • Abbreviations and Acronyms
      • AC: Advisory Circular
      • ACR: Airman Certification Representative
      • AGL: Above Ground Level
      • ATC: Air Traffic Control
      • CFI: Certificated Flight Instructor
      • CFR: Code of Federal Regulations
      • DPE: Designated Pilot Examiner
      • FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
      • FSDO: Flight Standards District Office
      • GPS: Global Positioning System
      • IACRA: Integrated Airmen Certification and/or Rating Application
      • KTC: Knowledge Testing Center
      • LAANC: Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability
      • MSL: Mean Sea Level
      • NM: Nautical Mile
      • NOTAM: Notice to Air Missions
      • NAS: National Airspace System
      • PIC: Pilot in Command
      • RPAS: Remotely Piloted Aircraft System
      • RPIC: Remote Pilot in Command
      • UA: Unmanned Aircraft
      • UAS: Unmanned Aircraft System
      • U.S.C.: United States Code
      • VO: Visual Observer