The Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG) knowledge test is required to earn an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate with a small UAS rating, which you need to fly drones commercially under Part 107.
Exam format at a glance
| Format | 60 multiple-choice questions in up to 2 hours, at an FAA airman knowledge testing center. |
| Cost | Testing fees are set by the testing center — check current pricing when you schedule. |
| Scoring | A score of 70% or better is required to pass. Practice scores here use the same 70% pass line. |
| Validity | A passing test report is valid for 24 calendar months for applying. After certification, you complete free online recurrent training every 24 calendar months to stay current. |
Who this exam is for
- New commercial drone pilots earning a Remote Pilot Certificate
- Recreational flyers moving to paid Part 107 work
- Anyone retaking the UAG test who wants to target weak areas
How to actually study for it
- Memorize the Part 107 numbers: 400 ft AGL, 100 mph, 3 SM visibility, 500 ft below and 2,000 ft from clouds, under 55 lb.
- Learn how each airspace class is drawn on a sectional chart and which ones need ATC authorization (LAANC).
- Review weather basics: METAR vs TAF, thunderstorm stages, fog and density altitude.
- Know the hazardous attitudes and their antidotes, IMSAFE, and right-of-way rules.
Where to go next
Start with the free 10-question diagnostic to see where you actually stand, or go straight to the one-page Part 107 cheat sheet. The full Part 107 practice exam covers every domain at the real exam's weighting, with every answer explained.