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Drone theory course: NOM-107-SCT3-2019

Six modules covering what the AFAC theory exam expects. Each rule cites its source. Sign in to take the quizzes, track your progress and learn with the coach.

  1. Module 01Rules and registrationWhich category your drone and your flight fall into, and what that means for registration, insurance and licensing.Aircraft and use categories · Registration and insurance · Licenses and responsibility
  2. Module 02Airspace and distancesHow far to stay from aerodromes, airstrips and heliports, which areas are off limits, and how to keep clear of people.Aerodromes and airstrips · Heliports and restricted areas · People on the ground
  3. Module 03Operating rulesThe rules for every flight: line of sight, daylight, height and distance limits, right of way and what is never allowed.Line of sight and daylight · Height, distance and one drone · Conduct in flight
  4. Module 04Weather and performanceHow wind, visibility, rain, temperature, altitude and space weather affect your drone and your decision to fly.Wind, visibility and rain · Temperature, altitude and GPS
  5. Module 05Mission planningFrom the objective to the pre-flight checklist: survey the site, check airspace and permissions, assess risk and prepare the aircraft.Objective, site and airspace · Risk, crew and records · Aircraft readiness
  6. Module 06Safety and emergenciesWhat to do when things go wrong in the air, what to report to AFAC, how to protect people's privacy and how to review each flight.In-flight emergencies · Traffic and reporting · Privacy and post-flight review