UAV Operational Limitations and Regulations

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Questions and Answers

What is the minimum age required to register a drone?

12 years old

16 years old

13 years old (correct)

15 years old

What is the maximum altitude a drone can be flown without special conditions?

400 feet AGL (correct)

300 feet AGL

500 feet AGL

600 feet AGL

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate place to fix a drone registration number?

UA body

Inside the remote control (correct)

Landing gear

Inside battery bay if removable by hand

How far must a drone maintain minimum visibility from clouds?

500 feet vertically and 2,000 feet horizontally Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum combined weight of the cargo and the unmanned aircraft (UA) during flight?

55 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of operating over people with a drone?

Prohibited Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT permitted when operating from a moving vehicle?

Delivering packages for compensation Signup and view all the answers

What regulations apply to the operation of a UA over people?

A waiver is required to operate over people Signup and view all the answers

What is the BAC limit for operating a UA?

.04 Signup and view all the answers

How many days do you have to notify the FAA of an address change?

30 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is prohibited for the PIC (Pilot in Command)?

Carrying property for hire Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for reporting an accident involving a UA?

10 days Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about operations from a moving motor vehicle?

You may not deliver property for compensation Signup and view all the answers

Which responsibility does the Remote Pilot in Command (PIC) NOT have?

Severely restricting the flight crew's communication Signup and view all the answers

What must the UA pilot do if the Unmanned Aircraft (UA) temporarily moves out of Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)?

Regain VLOS as soon as possible Signup and view all the answers

When is it required to report an accident to the FAA?

When damage exceeds $500 for repair or replacement Signup and view all the answers

Who is ultimately responsible during a flight operation involving Unmanned Aircraft?

The Remote Pilot in Command (PIC) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding FAA inspections?

All relevant flight documentation must be shown upon request Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum weight allowed for commercial flight operations without needing FAA registration for the UA?

Less than 0.55 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the Remote Pilot in Command during flight operations?

Must operate only one UA at a time Signup and view all the answers

What instruments can be used to enhance situation awareness while maintaining VLOS?

Instruments may be used temporarily, not to extend VLOS Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Waivers and Operational Limitations

Waivers are required for certain operational conditions.
UAVs may only operate over personnel when authorized and cannot fly over moving vehicles.
Operational area surveillance is necessary to ensure non-participants are not in the area.

Operating from Moving Vehicles

UAV can be operated from a motor vehicle or boat; operation from airplanes is prohibited.
Piloting may not occur while driving, and the driver should not be a crewmember.
UAV must not carry property for compensation during operation.

Carrying Property on UAV

Property can be carried over sparsely populated areas.
Property must be dropped without causing harm or damage.
Combined weight of cargo and UAV must stay below 55 lbs.
Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) must be maintained during operation.

Alcohol and Drug Regulations

"8 Hours bottle to throttle" rule applies to alcohol consumption.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit is set at 0.04, half the legal driving limit.
Drugs that impair capabilities are prohibited, e.g., drowsy medications.

Change of Address

FAA must be notified of address changes within 30 days.

Waivers and Exceptions

Certain rules under Part 107 can be waived, including nighttime operation and flights over people.
Applications for waivers must be submitted 90 days prior to intended operation.

Regulations Review

90/30/10 mnemonic for waiver applications, address changes, and accident reporting.
Pilot-in-Command (PIC) holds ultimate responsibility for flight operations.
UAVs must weigh greater than 0.55 lbs and less than 55 lbs to be registered.
Registration numbers must be displayed visibly on the UAV without tool removal.

Operating at Twilight

Civil twilight defined as 30 minutes before sunrise and after sunset.
Anti-collision lights are required and must be visible from 3 statute miles.
Night flying is prohibited without a waiver.

Operation Limitations

Speed limit is set at 87 knots (100 mph).
Maximum altitude is 400 feet AGL, can increase if within 400 feet of a structure.
Minimum visibility required is 3 statute miles; cloud distances must be maintained.

Right of Way Rules

Manned aircraft hold the right of way over UAVs.
UAVs must alter course to avoid collisions, placing responsibility on the UAV operator.

Operating Over People

UAV operations over people are prohibited without a waiver.
The pilot must be close enough to the Remote Pilot in Command (PIC) to regain control if necessary.
A Visual Observer (VO) may assist in monitoring surroundings but doesn’t require a remote pilot license.

Remote Pilot in Command Responsibilities

PIC is responsible for all flight operations and safety.
Must ensure flights do not pose risks to others and manage the flight crew and risk communication.
The PIC can change during the flight for safety reasons and can operate only one UAV at a time.

Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)

UAV must remain within VLOS of all crew members at all times.
Binoculars can only be used temporarily to assess situations.

Accident Reporting

Accidents must be reported to the FAA within 10 days if they result in serious injury or property damage exceeding $500.

FAA Inspections

All flight documentation, including pilot certificates and aircraft registration, must be available for FAA inspection upon request.

sUAS Registration

Any UAV weighing more than 0.55 lbs and less than 55 lbs must be registered with the FAA prior to commercial operations.

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Test your knowledge on the operational limitations and regulations for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This quiz covers important topics such as waivers, operating from moving vehicles, carrying property, and alcohol and drug regulations. Ensure you are aware of the guidelines governing UAV use and safety.