Drone Basic Exam (RPAS) Practice Test 5

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. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

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

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

6. Which unit does aviation use for altitudes and heights?

   1. Metres
   2. Yards
   3. Feet
   4. Kilometres

7. 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

8. 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

9. What does a basic pilot need to fly a drone at night?

   1. A visual observer with binoculars at a second site
   2. An SFOC from Transport Canada for each night flight
   3. Lights on the drone that keep it visible, switched on
   4. A special night rating added to the pilot certificate

10. 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

11. How does a quadcopter turn (yaw) left or right?

    1. By tilting all four motors sideways at exactly the same angle
    2. By slowing all four rotors down by exactly the same amount
    3. By changing the speed of clockwise vs counter-clockwise rotors
    4. By moving a small rudder fitted just behind the camera gimbal

12. 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

13. 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

14. Which pre-flight check is required by regulation?

    1. A full software update before every single flight
    2. A test flight of at least five minutes the day before
    3. Written consent from every person within 100 m
    4. Enough battery or fuel to finish the flight safely

15. 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

16. From what height does a typical Class C or D control zone begin?

    1. From the ground surface
    2. From 3,000 ft above the ground
    3. From 1,200 ft above the ground
    4. From 700 ft above the ground

17. How long must a drone owner keep the record of who flew each flight and when?

    1. 12 months
    2. 5 years
    3. 6 months
    4. 30 days

18. You took an over-the-counter allergy pill that makes you drowsy. What is the safe choice?

    1. Fly, but only for short flights under 10 minutes
    2. Fly, provided a visual observer is with you
    3. Fly, because it is not a prescription drug
    4. Do not fly until the effects have fully worn off

19. 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

20. 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

21. When are wing-tip vortices from a large aircraft strongest?

    1. When the aircraft is heavy, slow and in a clean setup
    2. When the aircraft is light, fast and climbing gently
    3. Only when the aircraft is parked with engines running
    4. Only in heavy rain or thick fog at night

22. 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

23. How long must you keep the record of your analysis after an occurrence?

    1. Only until the next flight
    2. 24 hours
    3. 3 months
    4. 12 months

24. 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

25. Icing conditions are forecast along your route. When may you fly?

    1. Only with de-icing/anti-icing gear or icing detection
    2. Any time, since small drones are too warm to collect ice
    3. Only if the air temperature stays above minus 20 °C
    4. Only if you keep the flight shorter than 10 minutes

26. A lithium polymer battery looks slightly swollen. What is the right decision?

    1. Use it only in cold weather
    2. Use it but land at 50% charge
    3. Do not use it for the flight
    4. Use it if the voltage reads normal

27. 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

28. 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

29. How does the 30 m rule treat people inside cars or buildings?

    1. They count double, so keep at least 60 m away from them
    2. They are counted only when the car windows are open
    3. They are counted only when the vehicle is moving
    4. They are not counted, but you must still fly safely

30. 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

31. 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

32. 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

33. Your registered drone crashed into a lake and cannot be recovered. What must you do?

    1. Notify Transport Canada within 7 days
    2. Notify Transport Canada within 30 days
    3. Notify Transport Canada within 60 days
    4. Nothing, the registration simply expires after a year

34. A 240 g drone is fitted with propeller guards that bring it to 262 g. What applies?

    1. It is now a small drone that must be registered and flown by a certified pilot
    2. It needs registration only if it is flown for paid work
    3. It stays a microdrone as long as the guards are removed before landing
    4. It stays a microdrone because guards are safety equipment and are not counted

35. 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