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Practice current-rule distinctions, airspace reasoning, weather interpretation and original technical scenarios.

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SelectedPart 107 initial aeronautical knowledge foundations

Original four-option learning tasks with selected supplied-data calculations. Not an FAA knowledge test, flight simulator or operational approval.

10 public examples200 question variants in the studio48 task families

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Topics in this foundation path

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QUESTION 01Regulations

Remote-pilot identity and recency

An applicant is 15 years old and meets all other stated eligibility requirements. Which age conclusion is correct?

  1. There is no minimum age
  2. The applicant meets the 16-year minimum
  3. The applicant is below the certificate minimum
  4. The certificate minimum is 13

Answer: The applicant is below the certificate minimum

  1. The relevant case condition is: An applicant is 15 years old and meets all other stated eligibility requirements.
  2. Initial Remote Pilot Certificate eligibility starts at age 16; other eligibility conditions also apply.
  3. Therefore choose “The applicant is below the certificate minimum”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
The applicant meets the 16-year minimum

The proposed choice “The applicant meets the 16-year minimum” does not follow from the given conditions. Initial Remote Pilot Certificate eligibility starts at age 16; other eligibility conditions also apply.

The certificate minimum is 13

The proposed choice “The certificate minimum is 13” does not follow from the given conditions. Initial Remote Pilot Certificate eligibility starts at age 16; other eligibility conditions also apply.

There is no minimum age

The proposed choice “There is no minimum age” does not follow from the given conditions. Initial Remote Pilot Certificate eligibility starts at age 16; other eligibility conditions also apply.

Reference basis: Faa Certification. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 02Airspace

Controlled airspace and authorization

A proposed flight is in Class B airspace and no authorization has been obtained. Which statement fits?

  1. No controlled-airspace authorization is required solely because this isClass G
  2. A facility-map number alone is an authorization
  3. Property-owner consent replaces FAA authorization
  4. Prior FAA authorization is required for the stated controlled airspace

Answer: Prior FAA authorization is required for the stated controlled airspace

  1. The relevant case condition is: A proposed flight is in Class B airspace and no authorization has been obtained.
  2. Part 107 operations in Class B, C, Dand surfaceClass E designated for an airport need the applicable prior ATC authorization; Class G is uncontrolled but still regulated.
  3. Therefore choose “Prior FAA authorization is required for the stated controlled airspace”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
No controlled-airspace authorization is required solely because this isClass G

The proposed choice “No controlled-airspace authorization is required solely because this isClass G” does not follow from the given conditions. Part 107 operations in Class B, C, Dand surfaceClass E designated for an airport need the applicable prior ATC authorization; Class G is uncontrolled but still regulated.

A facility-map number alone is an authorization

The proposed choice “A facility-map number alone is an authorization” does not follow from the given conditions. Part 107 operations in Class B, C, Dand surfaceClass E designated for an airport need the applicable prior ATC authorization; Class G is uncontrolled but still regulated.

Property-owner consent replaces FAA authorization

The proposed choice “Property-owner consent replaces FAA authorization” does not follow from the given conditions. Part 107 operations in Class B, C, Dand surfaceClass E designated for an airport need the applicable prior ATC authorization; Class G is uncontrolled but still regulated.

Reference basis: Faa Airspace. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 03Weather

Weather observations and coded reports

An original weather-code exercise gives wind 18012G20KT. What is the gust increase above sustained speed?

  1. 32 knots
  2. 20 knots
  3. 8 knots
  4. 12 knots

Answer: 8 knots

  1. The relevant case condition is: An original weather-code exercise gives wind 18012G20KT.
  2. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 12 = 8 knots. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.
  3. Therefore choose “8 knots”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
20 knots

The proposed choice “20 knots” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 12 = 8 knots. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

12 knots

The proposed choice “12 knots” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 12 = 8 knots. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

32 knots

The proposed choice “32 knots” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 12 = 8 knots. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

Reference basis: Faa Study. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 04Loading and performance

Loading, energy and performance

An original planning model gives a 20 lb maximum takeoff mass. The aircraft with battery weighs 14 lb. What payload mass remains within that supplied limit?

  1. 34 lb
  2. 6 lb
  3. 14 lb
  4. 20 lb

Answer: 6 lb

  1. The relevant case condition is: An original planning model gives a 20 lb maximum takeoff mass.
  2. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 14 = 6 lb. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.
  3. Therefore choose “6 lb”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
34 lb

The proposed choice “34 lb” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 14 = 6 lb. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

20 lb

The proposed choice “20 lb” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 14 = 6 lb. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

14 lb

The proposed choice “14 lb” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 20 − 14 = 6 lb. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

Reference basis: Faa Study. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 05Operations

Preflight decisions and inspection

A preflight inspection finds a cracked propeller. What should happen before launch?

  1. Launch on a shorter route while leaving the cracked propeller unresolved
  2. Use a lower altitude as a substitute for addressing the propeller defect
  3. Document the crack but defer evaluation until after the planned flight
  4. Resolve the defect and establish safe condition

Answer: Resolve the defect and establish safe condition

  1. The relevant case condition is: A preflight inspection finds a cracked propeller.
  2. Before flight, the remote PIC must ensure that the small UAS is in condition for safe operation; finding a defect should change the decision.
  3. Therefore choose “Resolve the defect and establish safe condition”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
Launch on a shorter route while leaving the cracked propeller unresolved

A short mission does not establish that damaged flight-critical equipment is safe.

Use a lower altitude as a substitute for addressing the propeller defect

Lower planned altitude does not correct a cracked propeller.

Document the crack but defer evaluation until after the planned flight

A record of a known defect does not establish safe condition before launch.

Reference basis: Faa Ac107 2A. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 06Regulations

Operational limits and exceptions

A proposed small UAS takeoff weight, including payload, is 54 lb. Which weight comparison is correct?

  1. It is below 55 lb
  2. Only empty weight counts
  3. It exceeds55 lb
  4. It equals the 55 lb boundary

Answer: It is below 55 lb

  1. The relevant case condition is: A proposed small UAS takeoff weight, including payload, is 54 lb.
  2. Small unmanned aircraft under Part 107 weigh less than 55 lb at takeoff, including everything onboard or attached.
  3. Therefore choose “It is below 55 lb”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
It equals the 55 lb boundary

The proposed choice “It equals the 55 lb boundary” does not follow from the given conditions. Small unmanned aircraft under Part 107 weigh less than 55 lb at takeoff, including everything onboard or attached.

It exceeds55 lb

The proposed choice “It exceeds55 lb” does not follow from the given conditions. Small unmanned aircraft under Part 107 weigh less than 55 lb at takeoff, including everything onboard or attached.

Only empty weight counts

The proposed choice “Only empty weight counts” does not follow from the given conditions. Small unmanned aircraft under Part 107 weigh less than 55 lb at takeoff, including everything onboard or attached.

Reference basis: Faa Ac107 2A. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 07Airspace

Reading an original airspace diagram

At a site with terrain elevation 800 ft MSL, a drone flies at 1100 ft MSL. What is its height AGL?

  1. 300 ft AGL
  2. 800 ft AGL
  3. 1100 ft AGL
  4. 1900 ft AGL

Answer: 300 ft AGL

  1. The relevant case condition is: At a site with terrain elevation 800 ft MSL, a drone flies at 1100 ft MSL.
  2. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 1100 − 800 = 300 ft AGL. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.
  3. Therefore choose “300 ft AGL”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
1900 ft AGL

The proposed choice “1900 ft AGL” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 1100 − 800 = 300 ft AGL. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

1100 ft AGL

The proposed choice “1100 ft AGL” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 1100 − 800 = 300 ft AGL. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

800 ft AGL

The proposed choice “800 ft AGL” does not follow from the given conditions. Subtract the quantities on the same reference: 1100 − 800 = 300 ft AGL. Adding the values would combine the reference with the difference instead of measuring the requested separation.

Reference basis: Faa Study. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 08Weather

Weather decisions and margins

A mission moves from a cool low-elevation field to a hot high-elevation site. What performance concern increases?

  1. Reduced air density can reduce available performance
  2. Payload capability must increase automatically
  3. Air density always increases with both changes
  4. Temperature cannot affect a small UAS

Answer: Reduced air density can reduce available performance

  1. The relevant case condition is: A mission moves from a cool low-elevation field to a hot high-elevation site.
  2. Higher temperature and altitude generally reduce air density, which can reduce aircraft performance; numerical capability must come from the aircraft's applicable data.
  3. Therefore choose “Reduced air density can reduce available performance”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
Air density always increases with both changes

The proposed choice “Air density always increases with both changes” does not follow from the given conditions. Higher temperature and altitude generally reduce air density, which can reduce aircraft performance; numerical capability must come from the aircraft's applicable data.

Payload capability must increase automatically

The proposed choice “Payload capability must increase automatically” does not follow from the given conditions. Higher temperature and altitude generally reduce air density, which can reduce aircraft performance; numerical capability must come from the aircraft's applicable data.

Temperature cannot affect a small UAS

The proposed choice “Temperature cannot affect a small UAS” does not follow from the given conditions. Higher temperature and altitude generally reduce air density, which can reduce aircraft performance; numerical capability must come from the aircraft's applicable data.

Reference basis: Faa Study. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 09Operations

Visual contact and crew coordination

A drone is hidden behind a building but its camera feed remains clear. What issue remains without applicable approval?

  1. Use the clear onboard view as a complete substitute for the lost visual contact
  2. Treat a normal airspace authorization as automatic relief from visual-contact requirements
  3. Use a long-range command link as proof that visual-contact requirements are met
  4. The required visual line of sight is lost

Answer: The required visual line of sight is lost

  1. The relevant case condition is: A drone is hidden behind a building but its camera feed remains clear.
  2. The required visual line of sight is not replaced by a camera feed or binocular-only observation; crew arrangements must satisfy the actual VLOS requirements.
  3. Therefore choose “The required visual line of sight is lost”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
Use the clear onboard view as a complete substitute for the lost visual contact

The camera feed does not by itself restore the required VLOS.

Treat a normal airspace authorization as automatic relief from visual-contact requirements

Airspace authorization does not automatically waive VLOS.

Use a long-range command link as proof that visual-contact requirements are met

Command range and required visual observation are different conditions.

Reference basis: Faa Ac107 2A. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

QUESTION 10Operations

Abnormal situations and reporting

An unexpected aircraft conflict creates an immediate hazard. What should the remote PIC prioritize?

  1. Treat the original launch approval as priority over traffic
  2. Finish the camera pass before reacting
  3. Use the planned route even if it increases conflict
  4. Avoid the collision and safely manage the emergency

Answer: Avoid the collision and safely manage the emergency

  1. The relevant case condition is: An unexpected aircraft conflict creates an immediate hazard.
  2. The remote PIC must manage hazards and may deviate from a rule to the extent necessary to address an in-flight emergency; any requested written report is a separate duty.
  3. Therefore choose “Avoid the collision and safely manage the emergency”. The alternatives must be tested against that same stated condition; an unrelated document, unit or approval cannot supply a missing requirement.
Compare the other answer choices
Finish the camera pass before reacting

The proposed choice “Finish the camera pass before reacting” does not follow from the given conditions. The remote PIC must manage hazards and may deviate from a rule to the extent necessary to address an in-flight emergency; any requested written report is a separate duty.

Use the planned route even if it increases conflict

The proposed choice “Use the planned route even if it increases conflict” does not follow from the given conditions. The remote PIC must manage hazards and may deviate from a rule to the extent necessary to address an in-flight emergency; any requested written report is a separate duty.

Treat the original launch approval as priority over traffic

The proposed choice “Treat the original launch approval as priority over traffic” does not follow from the given conditions. The remote PIC must manage hazards and may deviate from a rule to the extent necessary to address an in-flight emergency; any requested written report is a separate duty.

Reference basis: Faa Ac107 2A. These are original learning questions, not questions reproduced from the references.

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  • Selected current Part 107 initial knowledge foundations; not complete official test coverage.
  • 200 learning items across 48 rule/task families; related parameter cases do not represent 200 independent knowledge domains.
  • Original schematic diagrams are not official sectionals and do not authorize actual operations.
  • No aircraft-specific flight competence, official score prediction, waiver issuance or adaptive examination is provided.
  • Independent qualified aviation educator review and learner calibration remain pending.
  • Foundation pilot, not full syllabus coverage or official simulation
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  • Independent educator review pending
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OFFICIAL REFERENCEFaa Certification

PrimaryFAAreference for original learning tasks;the2016studyguide is used for weather,chart and performance concepts,not obsolete night rules.

OFFICIAL REFERENCEFaa Airspace

PrimaryFAAreference for original learning tasks;the2016studyguide is used for weather,chart and performance concepts,not obsolete night rules.

OFFICIAL REFERENCEFaa Study

PrimaryFAAreference for original learning tasks;the2016studyguide is used for weather,chart and performance concepts,not obsolete night rules.

OFFICIAL REFERENCEFaa Ac107 2A

PrimaryFAAreference for original learning tasks;the2016studyguide is used for weather,chart and performance concepts,not obsolete night rules.