Chapter 1 - Rules & Regulations Flashcards
Who has final authority over the UAS operation?
Remote Pilot in Command
Who is responsible for avoiding traffic and impediments using the naked eye?
Visual Observer
T/F - The PIC is always the person manipulating the controls of the UAS
FALSE
What are the responsibilities of the Remote Pilot in Command?
Final authority for operations and safety, see and avoid other aircraft, ensure crew not impaired, verify operating condition of UAS, maintain visual line of sight, know surroundings & airspace
What documents are required for flight of a UAS?
Certification, UAS registration, airspace waivers/exemptions, repair history log, flight time log, unique ID# for the UAS
What constitutes “night time” for purposes of operating a UAS?
30 minutes before morning civil twilight to 30 minutes after evening civil twilight, based on the Federal Air Almanac
What is required for civil twilight flight under 14CFR107?
Lights visible from at least 3 miles away
How much visibility is required at the home base during UAS operations?
3 miles
How far away from a cloud may you fly a UAS?
500ft below the cloud, and 2000ft horizontally from the cloud
What vision aides are allowed to comply with the “See and Avoid” requirements?
Corrective lenses only. Binos may be used only to provide momentary situational awareness.
What is the maximum operational speed for a UAS under 14CFR107?
100mph (87knots)
What is the maximum height above ground level you may operate a UAS under 14CFR107?
400ft, unless within 400ft of a structure. May operate 400ft above a structure
Who is responsible for yielding right of way to other aircraft?
PIC
T/F - First person camera view on the UAS satisfies the “See-and-Avoid” requirement of 14CFR107?
FALSE
What is the maximum weight of UAS and payload allowed under 14CFR107?
Less than 55lbs.