Remote Pilot – Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Task A. General

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in the general regulatory requirements of 14 CFR parts 89 and 107.

References: 14 CFR parts 89 and 107, subpart A; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task B. Operating Rules

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of the operating rules of 14 CFR parts 89 and 107, the registration rules of 14 CFR parts 47 and 48, and other associated operating requirements.

References: 14 CFR parts 47, 48, 89, and 107, subpart B; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task C. Remote Pilot Certification with an sUAS Rating

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in the requirements associated with remote pilot certification with an sUAS rating.

References: 14 CFR part 107, subpart C; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task D. Waivers

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of the FAA waiver policy and requirements.

References: 14 CFR part 107, subpart D; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task E. Operations Over People

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of the operating rules of 14 CFR parts 89 and 107, and the associated operating requirements when operating over people.

References: 14 CFR parts 89 and 107; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task F. Remote Identification (RID)

To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge associated with operating rules of 14 CFR part 89 and their associated operating requirements.

References: 14 CFR part 89; AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task A. Airspace Classification

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in airspace classification.

References: 14 CFR part 71; AC 107-2; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task B. Airspace Operational Requirements

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of airspace operational requirements.

References: 14 CFR part 71; AC 107-2; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22; SAFO 10015

Task A. Sources of Weather

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in sources of weather information.

References: AC 107-2; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task B. Effects of Weather on Performance

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable of the effects of weather on performance.

References: AC 107-2; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task A. Loading and Performance

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in the loading and performance of an sUAS.

References: AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task A. Radio Communications Procedures

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in radio communication procedures.

References: AC 107-2; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task B. Airport Operations

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in airport operations.

References: AC 107-2, 150/5200-32; AIM; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task C. Emergency Procedures

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in sUAS emergency procedures.

References: AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22; SAFOs 09013, 10017, 15010

Task D. Aeronautical Decision-Making

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in aeronautical decision-making.

References: AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task E. Physiology

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in the physiological factors affecting remote pilot performance.

References: AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22

Task F. Maintenance and Inspection Procedures

To determine that the applicant is knowledgeable in sUAS maintenance and inspection procedures.

References: AC 107-2; FAA-H-8083-25; FAA-G-8082-22 A-7 Appendix 5: Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviations and Acronyms A-8 Appendix 1: Certification Knowledge Test, Eligibility, and Testing Centers Certification Knowledge Test Description The certification knowledge test is an important part of the airman certification process. Applicants who do not meet the requirements in 14 CFR part 107, section 107.61(d)(2) must pass the knowledge test before applying for a Remote Pilot Certificate with an sUAS rating. The certification knowledge test consists of objective, multiple-choice questions. There is a single correct response for each test question. Each test question is independent of other questions. A correct response to one question does not depend upon, or influence, the correct response to another. The knowledge test applicant has up to two hours to complete the test. UAS Topics Percentage of Items on Test Total Number of Questions 60 Appendix 1: Certification Knowledge Test, Eligibility, and Testing Centers Aviation English Language Standard In accordance with the requirements of 14 CFR part 107, section 107.61(b) and the FAA English Language Standard for an FAA Certificate Issued Under 14 CFR parts 61, 63, 65, and 107 (AC 60-28, as amended), throughout the application and testing process, the applicant must demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. However, the FAA may make an exception if the person is unable to meet one of these requirements due to medical reasons, such as a hearing impairment.

Note: s: [1] If you successfully complete the FAA UAG Knowledge Test, you are not required to meet with an FAA-authorized individual because your identity is established at an AKTC. [2] Paper applications delay issuance of a permanent certificate because the application is verified and processed by the FAAauthorized individual, FSDO, and Airman Registry. [3] An FAA-authorized individual may be a Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI), an Airman Certification Representative (ACR) for a pilot school, a person designated by a FSDO, or a Remote Pilot Examiner (RPE). [4] CFIs can assist in the processing of applications and can facilitate issuance of a temporary certificate through IACRA, but cannot directly issue a temporary certificate when IACRA is not used. Appendix 4: References This ACS is based on the following 14 CFR parts, FAA guidance documents, and other documents. Reference Title 14 CFR part 47 Aircraft Registration 14 CFR part 48 Registration and Marking Requirements for Small Unmanned Aircraft 14 CFR part 61 Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors 14 CFR part 71 Designation of Class A, B, C, D, and E Airspace Areas; Air Traffic Service Routes; and Reporting Points 14 CFR part 89 Remote Identification (RID) 14 CFR part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) AC 00-6 Aviation Weather AC 60-28 FAA English Language Standard for an FAA Certificate Issued Under 14 CFR Parts 61, 63, 65, and 107 AC 107-2 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) AC 150/5200-32 Reporting Wildlife Aircraft Strikes AIM Aeronautical Information Manual FAA-H-8083-2 Risk Management Handbook FAA-H-8083-25 Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge FAA-G-8082-22 Remote Pilot – Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Study Guide SAFO 09013 Fighting Fires Caused by Lithium Type Batteries in Portable Electronic Devices SAFO 10015 Flying in the Wire Environment SAFO 10017 Risks in Transporting Lithium Batteries in Cargo by Aircraft SAFO 15010 Carriage of Spare Lithium Batteries in Carry-on and Checked Baggage Users should reference the current edition of the reference documents listed above. Safety Alerts for Operators (SAFOs) and the current edition of all FAA publications is located at www.faa.gov. Appendix 5: Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviation or Acronym Definition 14 CFR Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations AC Advisory Circular ACR Airman Certification Representative ACS Airman Certification Standards ADM Aeronautical Decision-Making AELS Aviation English Language Standard AFS Flight Standards Service AIM Aeronautical Information Manual AKTC Airman Knowledge Testing Center AKTR Airman Knowledge Test Report ASOS Automated Surface Observation System ATC Air Traffic Control ATIS Automatic Terminal Information Service AWOS Automated Weather Observation System CFI Certificated Flight Instructor CRM Crew Resource Management CTAF Common Traffic Advisory Frequency DOT Department of Transportation FAA Federal Aviation Administration FSDO Flight Standards District Office FTN FAA Tracking Number GPS Global Positioning System IACRA Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application METAR Aviation Routine Weather Reports (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) MTR Military Training Routes NAS National Airspace System NOTAM Notice to Airmen NSA National Security Areas ODA Organization Designation Authorization PIC Pilot-in-Command RPE Remote Pilot Examiner Appendix 5: Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviation or Acronym Definition SAFO Safety Alert for Operators SIDA Security Identification Display Area SMS Safety Management System sUAS Small Unmanned Aircraft System TAF Terminal Area Forecast TFR Temporary Flight Restrictions TRSA Terminal Radar Service Area UAS Unmanned Aircraft Systems UNICOM Aeronautical Advisory Communication Station VFR Visual Flight Rules VLOS Visual Line of Sight