Becoming a Drone Pilot

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To register for the FAA Part 107 Examination, follow the steps below. 

Step 1: Create an  Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application  (IACRA ) profile to obtain an FAA Tracking Number (FTN).

Step 2: Schedule a time to take the exam at an FAA approved knowledge testing center. You can find a testing center near you here

        • Remember to bring a government issued photo ID to your test. 

Step 3: Pass the initial Part 107 knowledge test, "Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG )". Some of the topics on the exam will include:

        • Regulations on rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation for small unmanned aircraft
        • Classes of airspaces and their operating requirements
        • Effects of weather on small UAS performance
        • UAS loading and performance
        • Emergency Procedures
        • Crew resource management
        • Radio communication
        • Effects of drugs and alcohol
        • Decision-making and judgement
        • Airport operations
        • Maintenance and preflight inspections
        •  Operations at night

Step 4: Once you've passed the aeronautical exam, complete the FAA  Form 8710-13 for the remote pilot certificate. This can be done using the IACRA you previously created in step 1.

        1. Login
        2. Click on "start new application" and 
          1. Application type: "Pilot"
          2. Certifications: "Remote Pilot"
          3. Other path information
          4. Start Application
        3. Follow prompts in the application
        4. Enter your 17-digit Knowledge Test Exam ID when prompted
        5. Electronically sign your application and submit

Step 5: A confirmation will be sent to you which will provide you with instructions on printing a copy of your temporary remote pilot certificate

Step 6: Have your remote pilot certificate with you and available whenever you fly your UAS 

*If you are having trouble with any of the above steps, please watch this step-by-step video for additional guidance.*