FAA 107 Commercial Drone Pilot Practice Exam

Must aircraft that meets requirements for Part 101 comply with Part 107 regulations?

1. Yes, compliance is mandatory

2. No, they are exempt from Part 107

3. They must comply but with restrictions

4. Only if they are flown commercially

The correct answer is: No, they are exempt from Part 107

Aircraft that meet the requirements for Part 101 are considered to operate under a different regulatory framework than those covered by Part 107. Part 101 primarily deals with model aircraft and certain types of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) that do not necessarily fall under commercial operation. Consequently, if an aircraft qualifies under Part 101, it is exempt from the more stringent operational limitations and requirements set forth in Part 107, which are specifically intended for commercial drone operation. The distinction is important because Part 107 includes regulations on certification, operational limits, and pilot responsibilities that apply to commercial drone pilots and their operations. As such, aviation enthusiasts flying under Part 101, such as for recreational purposes, do not have to comply with Part 107 regulations, as they are considered to be under different criteria and oversight. This clarity helps unmanned aircraft operators understand which set of regulations they need to follow based on their specific flying activities, either for fun under Part 101 or for commercial purposes under Part 107.