Welcome to the FAA Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Training.

If you wish to operate sUAS in the National Airspace System (NAS) under 14 CFR part 107, this course will describe your certification and operational requirements.

This initial lesson describes:

• Audience and scope
• Part 107 remote pilot certification requirements
• Course structure

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has adopted specific rules to allow the operation of civil small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) in the National Airspace System (NAS) for purposes other than hobby and recreation. The rules are specified in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Part 107 addresses sUAS classification, certification, and operational limitations.

Applicants who demonstrate an understanding of these rules may obtain a part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating.

Visit the Resources page for a "job aid" that summarizes the key provisions in 14 CFR part 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

Note: Hobby and recreational use is not regulated under 14 CFR part 107. Hobbyists conducting recreational operations should follow the procedures in AC 91-57, Model Aircraft Operating Standards (as amended).

Primary Audience:

• Applicants for a part 107 remote pilot certificate
• Emergency Personnel

The course focuses on the knowledge areas of 14 CFR part 107 that are beyond the operational knowledge of parts 61 and 91:

• Applicable regulations relating to sUAS rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation
• Effects of weather on small unmanned aircraft performance
• Small unmanned aircraft loading
• Determining the performance of small unmanned aircraft
• Emergency procedures
• Crew resource management
• Maintenance and preflight inspection procedures

To apply for a part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating, you must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language (FAA may make exceptions for medical reasons)
• Be in a physical and mental condition that would not interfere with the safe operation of sUAS
• Fulfill training and testing requirements

 Applicants for a part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating must meet the requirements below in order to gain and retain the knowledge necessary to safely operate sUAS in the NAS.

Initial Requirements	Recurrent Requirements (every 24 months)
The initial FAA UAG Knowledge Test at a KTC	The recurrent FAA UAG Knowledge Test at a KTC

For more information about initial and recurrent training, visit the FAA Airman Testing website. All web resources described in this course are compiled on the Resources page for your future reference.

To prepare for the FAA UAG Knowledge Test at a KTC, thoroughly review the materials provided on the Resources page for this course, including:

• Regulations and policy documents, such as 14 CFR part 107 and Advisory Circular (AC) 107, Small UAS (as amended)
• The FAA Airman Testing Standards Branch (AFS-630) Website that provides:
  • Reference Handbooks, such as the Aircraft Weight and Balance Handbook, Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), and Risk Management Handbook
  • UAS Airman Certification Standards (ACS)
  • General information about the FAA UAG Knowledge Test
  • Sample FAA UAG Knowledge Test questions
• The FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems Website that defines types of operations (Public, Civil, Hobby) and Section 333 exemptions

Be prepared to provide acceptable, Government-issued photo identification when you take the test at the KTC. The identification must be valid and current and include your photo; date of birth; signature; and physical, residential address.

Applicant	Acceptable Forms of Identification at a KTC
U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens	One of the following forms of identification: Driver permit or license, issued by a U.S. State or territory; U.S. Government identification card; U.S. Military identification card; passport; OR alien residency card
Non-U.S. Citizens	A passport AND one of the following forms of identification: Driver permit or license, issued by a U.S. State or territory; OR identification card, issued by any government entity
Applicants Under 18 Years of Age Without Acceptable Identification	A parent or legal guardian may be required to accompany the applicant, present identification as described above, and attest to the applicant’s identity.

After you satisfy the applicable training or testing requirements, you may apply for a part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating through an online or paper process.

The FAA encourages the use of an online application through the Integrated Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application (IACRA).

A paper process is also available using FAA Form 8710-13, Remote Pilot Certificate and/or Rating Application. However the paper application requires increased processing time and will delay the issuance of your permanent certificate.

Online Application After Knowledge Test [1]	Paper Application [2] After Knowledge Test [1]
Submit an online application using IACRA Receive email notification to print and sign a temporary certificate through IACRA Receive a permanent certificate by mail	Complete FAA Form 8710-13 and mail it with the original copy of your Knowledge Test Report to: DOT/FAA Airmen Certification Branch, AFS-760 PO Box 25082 Oklahoma City, OK 73125 Do not receive a temporary certificate Receive a permanent certificate by mail

This course consists of the following modules and lessons.

Chapter 1: Introduction

• Lesson 1, Course Overview: This lesson introduces certification and operational requirements for the Remote Pilot in Command (Remote PIC) of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) and provides an overview of the course. You are currently completing this lesson.

Chapter 2: Aircraft and Remote Pilot in Command Requirements

• Lesson 1, sUAS Characteristics and Requirements: This lesson describes key characteristics of sUAS and requirements for registration, markings, and condition
• Lesson 2, Remote Pilot in Command Responsibilities: This lesson examines the role of the Remote PIC and best practices for crew resource management during sUAS operations

Chapter 3: Safe Operation of sUAS

• Lesson 1, Preflight Considerations: This lesson describes requirements for verifying that the sUAS is in a condition for safe operation, loading sUAS, evaluating performance, and considering the effects of weather during sUAS operation
• Lesson 2, Operating Rules: This lesson examines requirements and limitations for sUAS operations
• Lesson 3, Abnormal and Emergency Situations: This lesson describes common abnormal and emergency situations that may arise during sUAS operations and accident reporting requirements

Chapter 4: Weather and Aeronautical Maps

• Lesson 1, All about weather
• Lesson 2, All about maps
• Lesson 3, Airspace

The Resources page for this course contains links to:

• 14 CFR part 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
• Airman Certification Standards (ACS)
• Advisory Circular (AC) 107, Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Small UAS) (as amended)
• Other related reference documents, web links, and job aids

Be aware that some of the recommended reference documents were written originally for manned aircraft, but contain guidance that relates to sUAS operations.

The Glossary page defines key terms and acronyms.

This course offers two ways to check your understanding of the knowledge areas in 14 CFR part 107.

Type	Description
Mid-Course Knowledge Checks	Assess your understanding of content presented in a given lesson
Required Online End-of-Course Exam	Assesses your understanding of the part 107 knowledge areas covered in this course Is required to receive credit for course completion

This initial lesson:

• Defined the audience and scope of this course
• Identified the requirements to obtain a part 107 remote pilot certificate with an sUAS rating
• Described the structure of the course

The next chapter describes the part 107 requirements for sUAS aircraft and the Remote Pilot in Command.

 

 

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