Unlocking the Skies: Your Beginner’s Guide to FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone License
Atlanta, a city bustling with creativity and innovation, has always been a haven for visionaries. At Air Swindy, we're thrilled to be part of this vibrant community, soaring the skies with our drones and capturing the essence of stories that matter. We're certified drone pilots, and today we're shedding light on a crucial aspect that empowers us to do what we love - the FAA Part 107 commercial drone license.
What's FAA Part 107, Anyway?
FAA Part 107 is a certification that allows drone pilots to operate drones commercially, be it for aerial photography, film production, inspections, or mapping lands. To get this certification, you need to be at least 16, proficient in English, and physically and mentally fit to fly drones.
You'll also need to pass a knowledge test at an FAA-approved testing center.
Main Learning Points:
1. Drone Regulations (15-25% of the test)
Background of Part 107
Remote pilot certificate requirements
Drone requirements under Part 107
General operating rules, and more
2. Airspace (15-25% of the test)
Classes of airspace around airports
Special Use Airspace
Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs)
Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), and more
3. Operations (35-45% of the test)
Understanding airports
Sources of airport information
Radio Communications
Latitude and Longitude, and more
4. Weather (11-16% of the test)
Aviation weather tools
Basic weather concepts
5. Loading and Performance (7-11% of the test)
Load Factors for Drones
Maintenance and Pre-flight Procedures.
LAANC: Your Gateway to Controlled Airspace
Understanding and utilizing the Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) system is pivotal for drone pilots. LAANC is a collaboration between the FAA and the industry to facilitate drone pilots' access to controlled airspace below 400 feet. It offers an automated approval process for flight requests in controlled airspace, making it a vital tool for drone operators .
Tips for Aspiring Drone Pilots taking the test:
Utilize Study Guides: Resources like The Legal Drone offer comprehensive study guides to prepare for the Part 107 exam.
Use Apps: Apps like AirMap or Skyward can help you understand airspace, and B4UFLY is excellent for checking flight restrictions.
Practice Exams: Take advantage of free practice exams available online to test your knowledge.
Join a Community: Engage with local drone communities or online forums to share experiences and gain insights.
Go to FAA website on How to Become a drone pilot: https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators/become_a_drone_pilot
Schedule and Appointment with FAA: https://faa.psiexams.com/faa/login
Let’s Soar Together!
Embarking on the journey to become a certified drone pilot is exhilarating. The skies above Atlanta hold endless stories waiting to be told, and with a Part 107 license, you're one step closer to narrating those tales through the lens of a drone. At Air Swindy, we're all about fostering collaborations and making the sky a canvas for storytelling. Reach out, and let's create aerial magic together! Email at hey@airswindy