@desertsands8321
The part 107 license is lifetime... you do not have to take the test again. You have to take recurrent training every 2 years online to keep your certificate valid and current. Congrats on passing the test. Great Job.
@ice319
I took my test last month, and I got a 97%. I also did a course through Drone Pro Academy, and I watched a lot of Youtube videos. It was an easy process, but the test will try to trip you up a lot of times. I took two soild weeks to study, and it went very well. What I'll say to you both is that if Chris is licensed, Sara doesn't really need to get it. She can still fly the drone as long as someone who is Part 107 licensed is supervising her flight. So that's a plus.
@stevemaster8344
Thank you! As an aspiring content creator, I found this video to be the most straightforward and easy to understand explanation of when the FAA deems it necessary to have a Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot License. I am also an aviation enthusiast and have studied extensively towards the Private Pilot, Instrument and Commercial licenses, so the acronyms, terminology, different airspace designations and so forth are familiar to me. Your video gives a clear pathway on how to obtain the license. I live in a large metropolitan area that is all Class B airspace. Nothing happens within this airspace without clearance from ATC. The FAA’s objective is to keep everyone safe by avoiding midair collisions. A bird or drone strike can lead to catastrophic loss of life to not only those in the air, but also to those on the ground. The windscreen on small private aircraft is very thin plexiglass and such a strike can instantly incapacitate or kill a pilot. We’ve all seen the news stories showing what happens when even a small plane crashes into a house or building. Let’s all keep it safe and learn the rules of the airways. I would recommend that anyone flying a drone get their Part 107 license. You will be a safer drone pilot, stay out of legal trouble and who knows, you may just be able to make some money as a drone pilot doing work for realtors and others needing your services. I will be contacting Pilot Institute to get started on my license.
@KimFatica
This video was well done and super helpful now that I am so close to purchasing and operating a drone! Sharing your experience and knowledge is a real gift. I spent nearly 20 years flying in news helicopters and started (and managed) the news helicopter program for one of our local affiliates, so I can fully appreciate why the FAA wants drone flyers to be licensed for commercial use. I was part of the local FAA safety group who developed the local flight agreement for 'low flyers', which included news, medical, police, and banner-towing helicopters. Not everyone cares to be as mindful as you.
@Marauder92V
Just wanted to add a pilot’s perspective on this topic. When drones first came out, there were a number of near misses (and a few incidents) of people flying drones near airports. Personally, in the first couple of years after drones were introduced, I had a couple of near misses with drones. Mostly kids thinking that flying a drone at an airport was the right place to fly them. The flight restriction areas and the 400’ ceilings on drone operations were introduced to minimize the possibility of an airplane being brought down by a drone. I have seen pictures of planes that incurred damage from a drone strike. Now that said, I looked over the FAA materials for the 107 certificate and found that there was a lot of materials that overlap the private pilot certificate requirements. Not sure there is a need to have that level of understanding of our airspace system. But it is there. So… if you pass the 107, you might as well finish getting your private pilots license! 😁
@warsurplus
What kind of people spend their time anonymously reporting recreational drone activity? These are the same petty people that reported Johnny for chewing gum in class.
@Tomquixote
I truly appreciate this video. You two are awesome and very informative as far as the new FAA process. I purchased a drone 5 years ago and have played with it a few times over the years. The last 2 years I've not flown it (shut-downs, work, health issues, etc). Recently due to my retirement I've once again turned some attention to my "toys," the drone being one of them. WOW. The new rules are hard to follow. I did register my drone and am now thinking about getting my 107 license. It still leaves me with no place to comfortably fly my drone. The local forest preserve does not allow drones on or above their properties, and many other state and local laws get in the way. I've got a lot of money and time into this "toy" and hate to just sell it (at a huge loss due to it's age) I truly appreciate your video. It's clear and very honest (and not judging) which makes me feel a bit better about having a questionable "toy." It irritates me the rules are so strict, I know of a few people that have done some really stupid and dangerous things with their "toys." That is what the FAA is trying to prevent. I have a family member that works for the FAA and they are really a great bunch of people. Again, Thank You for sharing your knowledge and experiences. I don't often subscribe but in your case I will definitely click...
@KTVNCreativeServices
I'm part107 certified going on three years now. I appreciate your video and encouragement on how quickly you can get a license! Regretfully there is so much more to this discussion that you are "flying over!"It's like watching a movie with implausible plot holes! What you neglect to mention is the word SAFETY! The part107 test doesn't teach you how to fly a drone. It teaches you how to operate SAFELY.... You don't take the test and forget about it.... you must be all about safety before the drone launches and practice FAA guidelines at ALL TIME! Say it with me.... SAFETY-SAFETY-SAFETY-SAFETY-SAFETY-SAFETY-.... That's the real INTENT of the FAA is to keep the airspace safe no matter what any pilot's personal intent is. Fly safe!
@jamesnicklas2596
I just passed my Part 107 test today. As long as you study the test is fairly easy. I will say that at least 50% of the questions on the test was on material I hadn't covered in my studies. All things considered I still scored an 88%. Registering for IACRA is very easy and I made sure to have that taken care of before the test. Happy flying! James
@dronesiviews
Well done guys. This is Mark. Student services manager at Pilot Institute. Wonderful story, great attitude and you nailed it. Congratulations. Onward, upward and happy trails to you both!
@SaddyTrue
Your call from the FFA reminded me of Ronald Reagan speech "The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the Government, and I'm here to help. "
@freedom8154
When you told us the fine would be $100,000 and then proceeded to take drone out and place on ground, I was expecting a sledge hammer. 🤣
@matthewadams333
I just happen to stumble upon this video as my first introduction to your channel. It so sad that people get jealous and try and bring people down. Glad I found your channel.
@oneperspective8601
Some people love to anonymously report and act like they’re doing a good thing. They feel some sort of sick satisfaction ruining other’s businesses
@ronwyman5188
Congratulations on getting the 107 and learning from Pilot's Institute. Greg is great.
@themanunleashed
I also used Pilot Institute for my drone certificate, it was the best thing to do. It's like studying to fly a manned pilot. Didn't know the fine was that much. Wow!
@fafnorcal
As a licensed private pilot (tho no longer active), I can say the FAA is similarly a stickler in limiting what flights you can and cannot do with a private pilot license (compared to a commercial pilot license). You have found the healthy way to understand what the FAA at its best is trying to do: keep the skies as safe as possible.
@alancline7138
Kudos to both of you for taking responsibility, getting educated and helping to promote responsible drone use! We need more people like you in this business,. I am getting ready to take my part 107 and start a drone photo business! Pilot institute is probably the best and most ethical school! Greg is a real teacher and not just some random marketer! Thanks again for your video!
@halswenson4076