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Expert tips, study strategies, and everything you need to pass your Part 107 exam
Deep-dive guides on regulations, weather interpretation, exam prep, and night operations. Written by drone pilots for drone pilots.
Part 107 Operations Over People: The Declaration of Compliance
Categories 2 and 3 require an FAA-accepted declaration of compliance filed by the manufacturer, not by you. The 11 and 25 ft-lb thresholds, and the label rule.
The Part 107 Preflight Is Mostly Not About the Aircraft
Section 107.49 lists six preflight duties — the first two are the environment and your crew brief. The aircraft comes third. What the rule requires.
Part 107's Rules About You: No Medical, But You Self-Ground
Part 107 needs no medical certificate. Instead 107.17 makes you judge your own fitness — and it binds your visual observer too. Plus alcohol and currency.
Part 107 Forbids ADS-B Out and Transponders
Sections 107.52 and 107.53 ban flying a Part 107 drone with a transponder on or ADS-B Out transmitting. Why visibility is forbidden, and the exception.
Part 108 BVLOS: Where the Rule Actually Stands in 2026
Part 108 is proposed, not law — there is no Part 108 in Title 14 yet. The NPRM, the missed deadline, and the line that would close the 107.31 waiver.
Part 107 Test Prep Courses: None Required, None FAA-Endorsed
No Part 107 test prep course is required or FAA-endorsed, and prior UAS training earns no credit. What the ACS covers, and how to judge a paid course.
Drone Insurance and Part 107: The FAA Requires None
Part 107 contains no insurance requirement — we checked every section. Who actually makes you carry drone insurance, and why the $500 rule is not a cap.
Part 107 Accident Reporting: The 10-Day Rule and the $500 Line
Part 107 gives you 10 calendar days to report a drone accident, but only for injury or third-party damage over $500. Your own aircraft never counts.
Failed the Part 107 Test? The Rule Is Fourteen Days
Failed the Part 107 test? Rule 107.71 gives one answer: 14 calendar days, then retake. No cap on attempts, and your FTN and registration both survive.
LAANC Airspace Authorisation: What It Covers and What It Does Not
LAANC gives near-instant drone airspace authorisation below 400 ft. But the UAS Facility Map authorises nothing — the FAA says so in capital letters.
Part 107 Waivers: What the FAA Will and Will Not Waive
Only ten Part 107 rules can be waived and 107.205 is a closed list. What the FAA will waive, what it never will, and why flying over people is different.
TRUST vs Part 107: Which You Need, and Why Nobody Can Replace Your TRUST Certificate
TRUST is free and cannot be failed — or reissued, since nobody keeps a copy. Which certificate your flying actually requires, and why purpose decides.
Your Sub-250g Drone Is Not Exempt Once You Fly It for Work
The 250g registration exemption belongs to the recreational exception, not the weight. Fly for work and you must register — and it cannot be converted.
Where to Take the Part 107 Exam: Booking, ID Rules and the Step Most People Miss
You cannot book the Part 107 exam without an FAA Tracking Number from IACRA. The order the FAA requires, finding a testing centre, and what to bring.
Drone Airspace Restrictions: How to Read the Zones Before You Fly
Controlled airspace, LAANC grids and the coloured rings on drone maps explained — what each restriction forbids, and which you can fly with authorisation.
Part 107 Knowledge Test: 5 Topics That Trip Up Most Drone Pilots
The five Part 107 topics that cause most failures: airspace, sectional charts, weather, loading and performance, and regulations — and how to study each.
Using an IR Spotlight to Inspect a Vehicle at Night: A Part 107 Field Report
A night security callout flown under Part 107 with a thermal payload and IR illuminator — what it required, what the sensor showed, and the real limits.
License turn around time
If any recent test takers are curious. I passed my certification exam on 03-28-26 and received my certification card today May 1 2026, 34 day wait time. And now off to buy a fluorescent green safety vest.
Part 107 Recurrent Training vs. Initial Exam: What Changed in 2026
The FAA replaced the Part 107 recurrent test with free online training. What changed, how to complete ALC-677, and how the 24-month cycle works.
How to Read Sectional Charts for the Part 107 Exam: Visual Guide
Sectional charts trip up more Part 107 candidates than any topic. A visual guide to airports, airspace classes, symbols, colour coding and chart questions.
Is the Part 107 Test Hard? What to Expect and How to Prepare in 2026
Wondering if the FAA Part 107 drone test is hard? Get an honest breakdown of test difficulty, pass rates, what topics are covered, how many questions you'll face, and exactly how to prepare so you pass on your first attempt.
Drone License Cost: Complete Breakdown of Part 107 Fees and Expenses (2026)
How much does it cost to get a drone license? Complete breakdown of FAA Part 107 exam fees, study material costs, renewal expenses, and hidden costs most guides don't mention. Budget accurately for your commercial drone certification.
FAA Remote ID for Drone Pilots: Complete Part 107 Compliance Guide (2026)
FAA Remote ID requirements for Part 107 pilots in 2026: compliance options, broadcast modules, exemptions, penalties, and what it means for your work.
How to Read Sectional Charts for the FAA Part 107 Exam (2026 Guide)
Master sectional charts for Part 107 exam success. Learn airspace classes, legend symbols, and practical reading techniques. Complete 2026 study guide.
How to Pass the FAA Part 107 Exam in 30 Days: A Complete Study Plan
A 30-day week-by-week study plan to pass the Part 107 exam first time. Covers all five exam areas with time estimates, strategies and free resources.
Free Part 107 Practice Test: 20 Questions with Answers
Take our free 20-question Part 107 practice test covering all five exam areas. Includes detailed answer explanations to help you understand the concepts.
How to Pass the Part 107 Exam in 2026: Complete Study Guide
The ultimate guide to passing your FAA Part 107 exam. Learn what the exam covers, how to study effectively, and proven strategies for success in 2026.
How to Read a METAR for the Part 107 Exam (With Examples)
Master METAR decoding with our step-by-step guide. Learn each element, decode real examples, and make safe flight decisions for Part 107 operations.
Drone License Requirements in 2026: Everything You Need to Know
Complete guide to drone licensing in 2026. Learn when you need a Part 107 license, recreational regulations, Remote ID rules, and registration requirements.
Part 107 Night Operations: Rules You Need to Know in 2026
Master FAA Part 107 night operations rules for 2026. Learn waiver requirements, equipment standards, and exam prep to fly legally after dark.
Ready to Master Part 107?
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