Pretest Module 3: Weather & Performance

FAA Part 107 Weather & Aerodynamics Core

Question 1 of 5

High density altitude has what effect on the performance of a small unmanned aircraft?

A) Decreased performance and reduced propeller/motor efficiency B) Enhanced aerodynamic lift and increased battery longevity C) No discernible impact on electric-powered multirotor craft

Question 2 of 5

When reading a standard aviation weather report (METAR), what does the abbreviation "BKN025" signify?

A) Broken sky cover at 2,500 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) B) Barometric pressure of 1025 millibars C) Background visibility of 25 statute miles

Question 3 of 5

Exceeding the maximum weight limitations specified by the manufacturer for a drone can result in:

A) An increased stall speed and sluggish maneuver response B) Decreased battery draw due to lower payload strain C) Automatic leveling overrides by onboard telemetry

Question 4 of 5

Which weather phenomenon poses the greatest immediate microscale hazard to low-altitude sUAS flight operations near open fields or burn scars?

A) Stable maritime inversion layers B) Low-level wind shear and thermal mechanical turbulence C) Cirrus cloud formation at high altitude

Question 5 of 5

What is the primary danger associated with operating lithium-ion polymer (LiPo) flight batteries that have suffered physical impact or swelling?

A) Permanent reduction in Bluetooth pairing range B) Sudden thermal runaway, fire, or catastrophic explosion hazard C) Inability to update firmware via ground control stations

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