Drone Training
Description
Do you have a drone and would like to get qualified to fly it for profit?
The proper qualifications are required to fly your drone for profit with the Part 107! Alamo Helicopters is your one-stop shop to get your qualifications squared away.
What are the requirements? (FAA.gov)
Be at least 16 years old
Able to read, speak, write, and understand English (exceptions may be made if the person is unable to meet one of these requirements for a medical reason, such as hearing impairment)
Be in a physical and mental condition to safely operate a small UAS
Pass the initial aeronautical knowledge exam at an FAA-approved knowledge testing center
Must be easily accessible by the remote pilot during all UAS operations
Valid for 2 years – certificate holders must pass a recurrent knowledge test every two years
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Why do I need a Part 107 Exemption?
Under the law, any drone pilot operating an unmanned aircraft (UAS) controlled from the ground for income or profit should have a drone pilot’s certificate, a certificated and registered aircraft, and an operational approval by the FAA. This includes the need for all commercial drone pilots to secure a Part 107 Exemption.
Included
FAA-Certified Drone Training
Ground School Instruction and Training Materials
Hands-On Flight Experience
Expert Instructors
Excluded
FAA Certification Fees
Drone Equipment
Travel & Accommodation
Application Process
Schedule an appointment with a Knowledge Testing Center (KTC), which administer initial and recurrent FAA knowledge exams
View the list of Knowledge Testing Centers (PDF) to find one near you.
Applicants must bring government-issued photo ID to their test
View the list of Knowledge Testing Centers (PDF) to find one near you.
Applicants must bring government-issued photo ID to their test
Pass the initial aeronautical knowledge test – initial knowledge test areas include:
Applicable regulations relating to small unmanned aircraft system rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation
Airspace classification and operating requirements, and flight restrictions affecting small unmanned aircraft operation
Aviation weather sources and effects of weathe...
Applicable regulations relating to small unmanned aircraft system rating privileges, limitations, and flight operation
Airspace classification and operating requirements, and flight restrictions affecting small unmanned aircraft operation
Aviation weather sources and effects of weather on small unmanned aircraft performance
Small unmanned aircraft loading and performance
Emergency procedures
Crew resource management
Radio communication procedures
Determining the performance of small unmanned aircraft
Physiological effects of drugs and alcohol
Aeronautical decision-making and judgment
Airport operations
Maintenance and preflight inspection procedures
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