The Part 107 test, explained

Updated November 2, 2026

To fly a drone for work in the United States, you need an FAA remote pilot certificate, and to get one you pass the Part 107 knowledge test. Here's what's on it, what it costs and how to sign up.

At a glance

Official name
Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG)
Questions
60, multiple choice, three answers each
Time limit
2 hours
Passing score
70%, which is 42 of 60 correct
Cost
$175, paid to PSI when you book
Where
An FAA-approved knowledge testing center, run by PSI
Minimum age
16
If you don't pass
You can take it again 14 days later (14 CFR 107.71)

What's on the test

Questions come from five areas. For tests taken since September 29, 2025, they count about like this:

  • Regulations, 48%. The Part 107 rules: altitude and speed limits, visual line of sight, flying over people and at night, certification, waivers and Remote ID.
  • Operations, 25%. Airports and radio calls, emergency procedures, crew resource management and decision-making.
  • Airspace, 20%. Airspace classes, reading sectional charts, and getting authorization to fly in controlled airspace.
  • Weather, 5%. Reading METARs and TAFs, and how weather affects a small drone.
  • Loading and performance, 2%. Weight and balance, load factor and density altitude.

Since October 26, 2026, some questions show sectional chart images on screen that aren't in the printed testing supplement. The testing center still gives you the supplement for the questions that refer to it.

How to get your remote pilot certificate

  1. Get an FAA Tracking Number (FTN). Create a profile in IACRA, the FAA's online application system. You need the FTN to book the test.
  2. Book the test with PSI. Schedule the UAG test at an FAA-approved knowledge testing center through PSI (faa.psiexams.com) and pay the $175 fee.
  3. Take the test. Bring a government-issued photo ID. Your test report shows a 17-digit exam ID.
  4. Apply in IACRA. Fill in FAA Form 8710-13 and enter your exam ID. It can take up to 48 hours for your result to reach IACRA.
  5. Pass the TSA background check. When it's done, the FAA emails you how to print a temporary certificate from IACRA, and you can start flying under Part 107.
  6. Get your card. The permanent certificate comes by mail.

After you pass

  • Stay current. Every 24 calendar months, take the FAA's free online recurrent training, Part 107 Small UAS Recurrent (ALC-677). There's no second test.
  • Register your drone. Each drone you fly under Part 107 is registered on FAADroneZone. It costs $5 and lasts three years.

How to study for it

Learn the rules first, since Regulations is about half the test. Then practice reading sectional charts, and finish with full practice tests under the two-hour limit until you pass them with room to spare.

The Sentra Response Part 107 app has 1,109 original questions, weighted like the real test, with 244 chart questions on current sectionals. Every answer is explained, and Scout flags trap answers before you check. Start with 150 questions and a full practice test free, or try ten sample questions right here.

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Sources

Sentra Response is not affiliated with the FAA or PSI. Fees and procedures can change; check with the FAA and PSI before you book.