RegulationsQuestion 19 of 100
A film crew needs a drone to fly beyond visual line of sight along a canyon rim. What is the correct way to make this operation legal?
a.Post a public notice of the flight at least 48 hours in advance
b.Add two visual observers along the route and proceed without paperwork
c.Apply for a certificate of waiver from the FAA and comply with any conditions it contains
d.Notify the nearest air traffic control facility by phone before takeoff
Explanation
Correct answer: apply for a certificate of waiver. Section 107.200 lets the FAA issue a waiver for certain Part 107 rules, including §107.31 visual line of sight, when the applicant shows the operation can be conducted safely. Public notices, extra observers, and phone calls to ATC do not by themselves authorize deviating from a Part 107 rule.
Law Reference: 14 CFR §107.200Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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