Effective August 29, 2016 the FAA’s new drone regulations will permit small drones to be operated commercially by eligible pilots that are certified. Those not already holding a pilot certificate may become certified by passing the initial aeronautical knowledge test at an FAA-approved knowledge testing center.
That test will cover the following:
- Applicable regulations relating to drone rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation;
- Airspace classification and operating requirements, and flight restrictions affecting small drone operation;
- Aviation weather sources and effects of weather on small drone performance;
- Small drone loading and performance;
- Emergency procedures;
- Crew Resource Management (CRM);
- Radio communication procedures;
- Determining the performance of small drones;
- Physiological effects of drugs and alcohol;
- Aeronautical decision-making (ADM) and judgment;
- Airport operations; and
- Maintenance and preflight inspection procedures.
The FAA released a Sample Drone Exam as a study guide.
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