Drone Basic Exam (RPAS) Practice Test 1

All 35 questions in this test

Every question and its answer choices. The correct answers and explanations appear when you take the test above.

1. Who can enforce Part IX of the Canadian Aviation Regulations?

   1. Only the owner of the land below the drone's flight
   2. TC inspectors and delegated peace officers
   3. Only NAV CANADA air traffic controllers on duty
   4. Only the manufacturer of that particular drone model

2. When must a site survey be done?

   1. Only when flying for a paying client
   2. Only once a year for each site
   3. Only for flights near an airport
   4. Before every drone operation

3. Who can be the registered owner of a drone in Canada?

   1. Any adult visiting Canada with a valid passport and a visa
   2. Any person of any age living in Canada, with a parent's consent
   3. A foreign company with a sales office somewhere in Canada
   4. A Canadian citizen or permanent resident who is at least 14

4. Class E airspace that is not around an airport often starts at what height?

   1. 700 ft AGL
   2. 3,000 ft AGL
   3. 400 ft AGL
   4. 100 ft AGL

5. A report gives the wind as 270 degrees. Which way is the wind blowing?

   1. From the north toward the south
   2. From the east toward the west
   3. From the west toward the east
   4. From the south toward the north

6. You want to fly 2 NM from a military aerodrome in uncontrolled airspace. What do you need?

   1. Nothing, since the 3 NM rule covers civil airports only
   2. Authorization from the Department of National Defence
   3. A phone call to the closest civilian airport
   4. Only a basic certificate and a check of the NOTAMs

7. What is the maximum fine for an individual flying an unregistered or unmarked drone?

   1. $1,000
   2. $500
   3. $25,000
   4. $5,000

8. Who counts as involved in the operation, so the 30 m rule does not apply to them?

   1. People watching from a public sidewalk next to the property line
   2. Workers briefed on the drone hazard who can choose to leave the site
   3. Any adult who has seen the drone and has not asked you to stop
   4. Anyone standing at least 15 m behind the pilot and the controller

9. Your drone stops responding and drifts toward a nearby control zone. What must you do?

   1. Immediately notify the air traffic control unit or flight service station
   2. Follow it in a vehicle and report only if someone is hurt
   3. Notify Transport Canada only if the drone ends up being damaged
   4. Wait until it has landed, then file a written report within 7 days

10. You inspect a 450 ft tower and stay within 50 ft of it horizontally. What is your height limit?

    1. 50 ft above the top of the tower
    2. 100 ft above the top of the tower
    3. 200 ft above the top of the tower
    4. 400 ft above the ground, with no exception

11. How long must records of repairs and modifications to a drone be kept?

    1. 6 months
    2. 10 years
    3. 24 months
    4. 12 months

12. What do you need before transmitting on an aviation VHF radio?

    1. A NOTAM published for the area of the planned flight
    2. Written permission from the operator of the nearby aerodrome
    3. A Restricted Operator Certificate – Aeronautical (ROC-A)
    4. An advanced drone pilot certificate and a flight review

13. May you fit an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) to your drone so you can find it after a crash?

    1. Yes, if it stays switched off until the drone is lost
    2. Yes, if you register the ELT with search and rescue first
    3. Yes, ELTs are required on drones heavier than 1 kg
    4. No, ELTs are banned on drones; other trackers are fine

14. What does Part IX require of the weather for a VLOS drone flight?

    1. Visibility of at least 5 statute miles at the nearest airport
    2. It must keep the drone in sight and within its limits
    3. Wind of less than 10 knots measured at the take-off point
    4. A cloud ceiling of at least 1,000 ft above the ground

15. Which place is the best choice for marking the registration number?

    1. A detachable camera or payload mount
    2. One of the propeller blades
    3. The main body of the aircraft
    4. The removable battery pack

16. When should the most thorough inspection of the drone be done?

    1. After the very last flight of each working week
    2. Only after the drone has flown its first 100 hours
    3. Only when the manufacturer sends a service reminder
    4. Before the first flight of each day of operations

17. For how long must you keep a record of the recurrent activity you used for recency?

    1. At least 6 months after completing it
    2. Only until the next flight is finished
    3. At least 12 months after completing it
    4. At least 24 months after completing it

18. What is the minimum age to obtain a Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations?

    1. 18 years
    2. 12 years
    3. 16 years
    4. 14 years

19. Which drone is not allowed under Part IX?

    1. One flying a pre-programmed route while the pilot monitors
    2. One designed so that the pilot cannot intervene in the flight
    3. One that holds its position using GPS when sticks are released
    4. One with an automatic return-to-home when the link is lost

20. What happens when an aircraft makes a steep turn?

    1. Its drag disappears during the whole turn
    2. It needs less lift because it is turning
    3. Its weight drops as long as it is turning
    4. It needs more lift, which also increases drag

21. How long is a Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations valid?

    1. Two years, after which the exam must be rewritten
    2. Ten years, then renewable online for a fee
    3. It does not expire, but you must meet recency rules
    4. Five years from the date you passed the online exam

22. On a chart you see an area labelled CYR 204. What is it?

    1. Class F restricted airspace, closed without the user agency's approval
    2. A control zone around a certified airport with a tower
    3. A parachute landing area that is active only on weekends
    4. Class F advisory airspace you may enter after a radio call

23. How long do your eyes need to fully adapt to darkness?

    1. About 5 minutes
    2. About 20 to 30 minutes
    3. About 2 hours
    4. About 1 to 2 minutes

24. After troubleshooting fails, your drone is flying off toward controlled airspace. What should you do next?

    1. Wait at least an hour before telling anyone about it
    2. Chase it by car until its battery finally runs out
    3. Post its last known location on social media for help
    4. Alert the air navigation service provider

25. What can you expect when flying between tall buildings on a windy day?

    1. Calmer air, because the buildings block all of the wind
    2. Wind that only ever blows straight down to the street
    3. Sudden gusts, direction changes and up- and downdrafts
    4. Steady wind that matches the airport report exactly

26. You move to a new address. What does the registration rule require?

    1. Tell your local police within 14 days of moving
    2. Tell Transport Canada within 7 days of the change
    3. Re-register the drone and pay a new fee within 30 days
    4. Nothing until the drone is sold or destroyed

27. How many satellites does a drone's GPS receiver typically need for an accurate position?

    1. At least 4
    2. At least 1
    3. At least 2
    4. At least 12

28. What is the maximum fine for an individual who flies without a drone pilot certificate?

    1. $3,000
    2. $1,000
    3. $5,000
    4. $250

29. What are the four forces acting on an aircraft in flight?

    1. Lift, weight, thrust and drag
    2. Weight, drag, inertia and torque
    3. Thrust, inertia, gravity and pressure
    4. Lift, gravity, torque and friction

30. Which situation must your written emergency procedures cover?

    1. Loss of the command and control link
    2. A delay in delivering photos to the client
    3. A complaint from a neighbour about noise
    4. A change in the weather forecast for tomorrow

31. Connecting two identical LiPo battery packs in series does what?

    1. Halves both the voltage and the capacity
    2. Leaves both the voltage and capacity the same
    3. Doubles the capacity while voltage stays the same
    4. Doubles the voltage while capacity stays the same

32. At night, a faint light disappears when you look straight at it. What should you do?

    1. Close both eyes for a few seconds and look again
    2. Stare harder at the exact spot where it was
    3. Turn the controller screen to full brightness
    4. Look about 10 to 15 degrees to one side of it

33. In the CFS, what does 'Cert' next to an aerodrome tell a drone pilot?

    1. It has a control tower that is open 24 hours a day
    2. It is certified to sell drone parts, batteries and fuel
    3. It is a certified airport or heliport (distance rules apply)
    4. It is closed to all drones at all times of the year

34. How long after drinking alcohol must you wait before acting as a drone crew member?

    1. At least 8 hours
    2. At least 12 hours
    3. Until you feel sober
    4. At least 4 hours

35. Which of these breaks the rules for the online drone exam?

    1. Taking the exam at home on your own laptop
    2. Having a friend help you choose answers
    3. Using a pencil and paper to sketch a diagram
    4. Writing the exam in French instead of English