Drone quiz

1. When can the holder of a remotely piloted aircraft operator’s certificate (ReOC) operate a very small, small or medium RPA near a person not directly associated with the operation, without specific CASA approval?
   1. always, if the RPA has propeller guards
   2. when the person gives consent and the RPA remains at least 15 metres away
   3. never, operations near people always require CASA approval
   4. when the person gives written consent
2. What is the maximum gross weight for a micro RPA under Part 101 of CASR?
   1. 500 g
   2. 250 g
   3. 2 kg
   4. 1.5 kg
3. Which of the following operations is permitted under the excluded RPA category?
   1. flying over a populated stadium in a micro RPA
   2. operating within 3 nm of a controlled aerodrome
   3. conducting an operation for commercial purposes using a sub-2 kg RPA
   4. flying beyond visual line of sight
4. Before operating an excluded RPA, what must the pilot do?
   1. hold a remote pilot licence (RePL)
   2. register the RPA, and complete accreditation or hold a RePL
   3. obtain a ReOC
   4. notify CASA before each flight
5. You are flying a 1.8 kg RPA for real estate photography. Which statement is true under current regulations?
   1. you must hold a RePL and operate under a ReOC
   2. you can operate under the excluded category if accredited and compliant
   3. you must notify CASA before each flight
   4. you can fly over crowds if under 2 kg
6. What is the maximum height allowed for RPA operations without CASA approval?
   1. 120 ft above an obstacle up to a maximum height of 1,000 ft AGL
   2. 400 ft AGL
   3. 150 m AGL
   4. 5,000 ft AGL
7. When operating an RPA, what does ‘visual line of sight’ mean under Part 101 of CASR?
   1. using binoculars to maintain sight
   2. flying with first person view (FPV) goggles
   3. seeing the RPA unaided at all times
   4. having a spotter monitor the RPA
8. What must an RPA operator do before flying in a restricted area?
   1. notify local police
   2. obtain approval from CASA or the controlling authority
   3. file a flight plan
   4. ensure the RPA is under 2 kg
9. Which of the following is true about operating an RPA at night?
   1. permitted if the RPA has lights
   2. permitted under the excluded category
   3. requires specific CASA approval
   4. permitted if the pilot is accredited
10. What is the maximum gross weight of an excluded RPA used for commercial operations without a ReOC?
    1. 250 g
    2. 500 g
    3. 2 kg
    4. 5 kg
11. Under standard visual line of sight (VLOS) conditions, what visibility must a remote pilot have to operate an RPA safely?
    1. at least 5 km
    2. sufficient to maintain unaided visual contact with the RPA only
    3. sufficient to maintain visual contact with the RPA and detect obstacles and other airspace users to meet separation and collision avoidance responsibilities
    4. visibility requirements do not apply to RPA
12. When is an aerodrome considered a controlled aerodrome for the purposes of RPA operations?
    1. when it has a control tower, regardless of whether it is staffed
    2. when it is listed on an aeronautical chart
    3. when a control tower is present and an air traffic control service is being provided
    4. when it is used by manned aircraft
13. When is it legal to operate an RPA using FPV goggles outdoors in Australia?
    1. anytime, provided the pilot maintains VLOS through the FPV feed
    2. only when operating under the standard drone safety rules without additional approvals
    3. only if the pilot is a member of a CASA-approved model aircraft association or has CASA approval for FPV operations
    4. FPV operations are prohibited in all circumstances
14. Which of the following privileges is available to a RePL holder under CASA regulations?
    1. operate any RPA commercially without additional certification
    2. fly an RPA weighing more than 25 kg but less than 150 kg over their own land without holding a ReOC
    3. conduct beyond visual line of sight operations without CASA approval
    4. fly in controlled airspace without an aeronautical radio operator certificate
15. What must a remote pilot do if emergency operations, such as bushfire, police or search and rescue, are taking place in the vicinity?
    1. maintain 60 m distance and continue
    2. fly below 45 m to stay clear of aircraft
    3. do not launch; if airborne, land as soon as possible unless you have permission from the emergency agency
    4. continue if your RPA has ADS-B

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