FAA Part 107 Practice Exam Prep

Practice questions are most valuable when they reveal gaps and train reasoning - not when they build answer memorization. The FAA Part 107 exam tests whether you can apply rules to scenarios, interpret charts, and decode weather data under timed conditions. This page covers exam strategy, sample question patterns, and what the test actually measures.

The Exam Format - What You're Preparing For

Effective Practice Test Strategy

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Take practice tests without notes to get an honest score - not a false confidence score.

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Mark every wrong answer by topic area (airspace, weather, regulations, ADM, etc.) to find your weakest areas.

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For each miss, write one sentence explaining why the correct answer is right - not just what it is.

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For figure questions, practice using the FAA Testing Supplement to find the answer yourself before checking it.

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Retake missed topic areas only - not the whole test - until reasoning feels automatic.

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Do one full practice test the day before the exam. Review misses, then stop. No new material on test day.

Sample Questions by Topic

These sample questions illustrate the style and reasoning the FAA Part 107 exam uses. Correct answers are marked. Read each explanation - the reasoning is more important than the answer letter.

Airspace

A remote pilot plans to fly a drone 300 feet AGL near a small non-towered airport with a dashed magenta circle on the sectional chart. Is FAA authorization required?

  • A. No - non-towered airports have no airspace restrictions for drones.
  • B. Yes - a dashed magenta circle indicates Class E surface airspace, which requires authorization.
  • C. No - authorization is only required for airports with control towers.
  • D. Yes - authorization is always required within 5 miles of any airport.
Explanation: A dashed magenta ring indicates Class E surface area airspace, used at non-towered airports with instrument approaches. Class E surface airspace requires FAA authorization under Part 107, just like Class B, C, and D. The most common misconception is that "non-towered" means "no authorization required" - it does not. LAANC or FAA DroneZone authorization is still needed.
Weather - METAR

A METAR for the departure airport reads: BKN030 OVC080. A remote pilot plans to fly at 200 feet AGL. Does this METAR indicate the weather minimums for Part 107 are met regarding clouds?

  • A. No - the overcast at 8,000 ft is below the 2,000 ft horizontal requirement.
  • B. Yes - the ceiling is broken at 3,000 ft MSL, and 200 ft AGL is more than 500 ft below the lowest layer.
  • C. No - any BKN or OVC layer within 10,000 ft prohibits drone operations.
  • D. Yes - but only if the pilot maintains 500 ft below the OVC layer, not the BKN layer.
Explanation: The ceiling is defined by the lowest BKN or OVC layer - in this case BKN030 (3,000 ft MSL). Flying at 200 ft AGL is approximately 2,800 ft below the 3,000 ft ceiling, which far exceeds the 500 ft vertical clearance requirement. The OVC080 layer is above the BKN layer and does not define the ceiling. Part 107 requires 500 ft below the lowest BKN or OVC layer - the pilot meets that requirement here.
Regulations - Remote ID

During a Part 107 commercial flight, the remote pilot notices the drone's Remote ID broadcast has stopped functioning. What is the correct action?

  • A. Continue the flight and report the malfunction to the FAA within 10 days.
  • B. Ascend to a higher altitude where Remote ID may resume broadcasting.
  • C. Land the drone as soon as practicable.
  • D. Continue the flight if within visual line of sight and no TFRs are active.
Explanation: When Remote ID fails during a Part 107 operation, the remote pilot in command must land as soon as practicable. There is no grace period, no option to continue the flight, and no altitude that restores compliance. This rule exists because Remote ID is a safety and identification requirement - an aircraft that cannot be identified poses a risk that Part 107 does not allow to persist.
ADM - Hazardous Attitudes

A drone pilot has been hired to film a event. The weather at the site is marginal - 3 SM visibility and ceilings at 600 ft. The pilot thinks, "I've flown in worse. It'll be fine." Which hazardous attitude does this represent?

  • A. Anti-authority
  • B. Resignation
  • C. Invulnerability
  • D. Impulsivity
Explanation: Invulnerability is the belief that "it won't happen to me" - often expressed as "I've done this before and it's always been fine." The antidote is recognizing that accidents can happen to anyone and that past success does not guarantee future safety. Anti-authority rejects rules and regulations. Impulsivity acts without thinking. Resignation gives up on having any impact on the outcome.
Density Altitude

A drone pilot is operating in a mountainous area at 8,000 ft elevation on a hot summer day. Compared to sea level on a standard day, how does density altitude affect the drone's performance?

  • A. Performance improves because the drone weighs less at altitude.
  • B. Performance decreases - thinner air reduces motor thrust and lift, shortening flight time and climb rate.
  • C. Performance is unaffected because modern drones auto-compensate for density altitude.
  • D. Performance improves because lower pressure reduces aerodynamic drag.
Explanation: High elevation + high temperature = very high density altitude = thin air. Thin air means each motor rotation produces less thrust, the drone consumes more battery power to maintain hover, climb rate decreases, and payload capacity is reduced. The drone does not physically weigh less - weight is constant. Aerodynamic drag reduction is real but is vastly outweighed by the reduction in thrust. Always check manufacturer performance specifications for high-altitude operations.
Night Operations

A remote pilot wants to fly a commercial drone mission during civil twilight. What equipment requirement must be met under Part 107?

  • A. No additional equipment is needed - civil twilight is considered daytime operations.
  • B. A waiver must be obtained from the FAA before any civil twilight operation.
  • C. The drone must have anti-collision lighting visible for at least 3 statute miles and capable of flashing.
  • D. The drone must have position lights on the front and rear but no specific visibility requirement.
Explanation: Civil twilight (from sunset to when the sun is 6 degrees below the horizon, and similarly in the morning) is treated like night operations under Part 107 - anti-collision lighting visible at 3 statute miles and capable of flashing is required. No waiver is needed for night or civil twilight operations since April 2021. Civil twilight is NOT considered daytime for lighting purposes.
Airspace - Altitude

A Part 107 pilot is hired to inspect a 600-foot communication tower. Can they legally fly at 900 feet AGL while staying within 400 feet of the tower structure?

  • A. No - Part 107 never allows flight above 400 feet AGL under any circumstances.
  • B. Yes - within 400 feet of a structure, a drone may fly up to 400 feet above the structure's highest point.
  • C. No - a waiver is required for any flight above 400 feet AGL.
  • D. Yes - but only if the tower has FAA lighting installed.
Explanation: Part 107 includes a specific exception to the 400 ft AGL limit: if the drone is within 400 ft of a structure, it may fly up to 400 ft above the highest point of that structure. A 600 ft tower's highest point is 600 ft AGL, so flying within 400 ft of the structure allows flight up to 1,000 ft AGL. At 900 ft AGL - and within 400 ft of the 600 ft tower - this is legal. This exception was created specifically for tower inspection operations.
Operations Over People

A remote pilot wants to fly a drone that weighs 0.4 lbs (181 grams) over a crowded public event. Which Category applies, and is this allowed?

  • A. Category 1 - a drone weighing 0.55 lbs or less with no exposed laceration risk may fly over people. This is allowed if no exposed rotating parts can lacerate skin.
  • B. Category 2 - an FAA declaration of compliance is still required for any drone flying over people.
  • C. Not allowed - operations over any open-air crowd are prohibited under Part 107 regardless of drone weight.
  • D. Category 3 - the pilot must file a safety plan with the FAA.
Explanation: Category 1 allows operations over people if the drone weighs 0.55 lbs (250 grams) or less at takeoff AND has no exposed rotating parts that could lacerate human skin. At 0.4 lbs, this drone qualifies by weight. If it also has no exposed rotor hazards (e.g., guards or enclosed propellers), it can fly over people under Category 1 without any FAA declaration. The exam often tests whether candidates know the exact 0.55 lb threshold and that no declaration is required for Category 1.

What the Best Part 107 Practice Tests Include

A high-quality practice exam should go beyond vocabulary questions. It should require you to:

Be cautious of practice tests that only ask definitional questions (e.g., "What does METAR stand for?"). The actual FAA exam is primarily scenario-based and application-focused.

Practice With the Launch107 Sample Quiz

The Launch107 sample quiz on the main planner page includes selected question patterns from the FAA UAG sample question set, immediate grading, a percentage score, and answer review with short explanations.

How to use it: Take the quiz after you have completed at least 5-6 days of structured study. Treat your score as a readiness indicator, not a final judgment. Review every missed question, trace it back to its ACS topic area, and return to that area in the study planner before your exam date.

Practice Exam FAQ

What kinds of questions are on the Part 107 exam?

Mostly scenario-based multiple-choice questions. You'll interpret charts, decode weather data, apply regulations to situations, and choose ADM responses. Pure definition questions are rare - the exam measures decision-making, not memorization.

Are there official FAA practice questions?

Yes - the FAA publishes sample questions in the UAG Airmen Certification Standards (ACS) document. The Remote Pilot Study Guide also has review questions. These are the most exam-accurate free practice resources available.

What score should I aim for on practice tests before the real exam?

Aim for consistent 80%+ on full practice tests before scheduling the exam. Since the passing score is 70%, an 80%+ practice score gives you a reasonable buffer for questions that feel unfamiliar on exam day.

What topics do candidates miss most often on the Part 107 exam?

Sectional chart reading, METAR and TAF decoding, density altitude, airspace authorization, and operations over people categories are the most commonly missed topic areas. These require applied reasoning, not just definitions.

Can I retake the Part 107 exam if I fail?

Yes - you must wait at least 14 days after a failed attempt and pay the $175 fee again. Use the score report (which identifies which ACS topic areas you missed) to guide your review before retesting.

More Part 107 Study Resources

Full Study Guide Airspace & Charts Weather & METAR Performance & Loading Airport Operations Remote ID & Night Ops ADM & Hazardous Attitudes Aviation Physiology Drone License Guide 7-Day Study Planner

Disclaimer: Launch107 is an independent study resource, not affiliated with or endorsed by the FAA. Sample questions are illustrative of exam style, not official FAA questions. Verify current rules and ACS content at FAA.gov.