RegulationsQuestion 13 of 100
During an inspection flight the small unmanned aircraft drifts behind a large grain silo and the remote pilot can no longer see it, although the video downlink is still clear. What does Part 107 require?
a.The pilot must maneuver to regain unaided visual contact, because the video feed does not satisfy the requirement
b.The pilot may continue as long as the live video feed remains uninterrupted
c.The pilot may continue for up to 3 minutes before regaining sight of the aircraft
d.The pilot may continue if the aircraft stays below 200 ft AGL while out of sight
Explanation
Correct answer: the pilot must maneuver to regain unaided visual contact. Section 107.31 requires the remote pilot or visual observer to keep the aircraft in sight throughout flight using vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, so a camera feed does not count. There is no grace period of a few minutes and no low-altitude exemption in the rule.
Law Reference: 14 CFR §107.31Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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