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Do I always need a Part 107 certificate?
Not if you are operating under the recreational exception (49 U.S.C. 44809), which Part 107 excludes via § 107.1(b)(2). Non-recreational / Part 107 operations generally need a remote pilot certificate (§ 107.12). See FAA recreational flyers.
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What is TRUST?
The Recreational UAS Safety Test required for recreational flyers under the exception. FAA: TRUST. Carry proof when flying.
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When must I register?
FAA registration guidance: How to Register Your Drone. FAA states registration is required except for drones ≤ 0.55 lb flown under the recreational exception. Part 107 points to registration via § 107.13.
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What is Remote ID?
See 14 CFR Part 89 and FAA Remote ID. Registered / registration-required drones must comply as described by the FAA (with limited FRIA exceptions).
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How high can I fly under Part 107?
Generally no higher than 400 ft AGL, with a structure-radius exception in § 107.51(b).
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Do I need ATC authorization in city airspace?
Under Part 107, Class B/C/D and certain Class E surface areas need prior ATC authorization (§ 107.41). Use FAA UAS airspace tools / LAANC as directed on faa.gov/uas.
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Visual line of sight?
§ 107.31 — unaided vision (corrective lenses OK) must be able to see the aircraft throughout the flight, exercised by the remote PIC / manipulator or a visual observer.
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Night flying under Part 107?
See § 107.29 (knowledge/training timing and anti-collision lighting requirements).
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Operations over people?
§ 107.39 and Subpart D categories. Read the category that matches your aircraft and operation.
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