Defining Night for FAA Part 107 Remote Pilots

The video tutorial explains the rules for flying drones at night under FAA Part 107. It covers the definitions of night, sunset, sunrise, and civil twilight, and details the conditions under which flying is allowed. During civil twilight, drones must have anti-collision lights visible from three statute miles. To fly at night, a waiver is required. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe for more information.

What is required to fly a drone at night under Part 107?

• A special pilot's license

• No additional requirements

• A waiver from the FAA

• Permission from local authorities

What is 'civil twilight'?

• 30 minutes after sunset until sunrise

• The time between sunset and complete darkness

• 30 minutes before sunrise until 30 minutes after sunset

• 30 minutes before sunrise until sunrise

How far must anti-collision lights be visible during civil twilight?

• Four statute miles

• Three statute miles

• Two statute miles

• One statute mile

When can you fly without a waiver under Part 107?

• During the night with anti-collision lights

• During civil twilight with anti-collision lights

• Anytime if the drone is under a certain weight

• Only during daylight hours

What marks the beginning of civil twilight?

• Sunrise

• 30 minutes before sunrise

• 30 minutes after sunset

• Sunset

What additional equipment is mandatory during civil twilight flights?

• A camera for night vision

• GPS navigation

• Anti-collision lights visible from three statute miles

• Extra battery packs

What is the purpose of a waiver for night operations under Part 107?

• To enable night flying without anti-collision lights

• To allow flying in restricted airspace

• To permit flying beyond visual line of sight

• To legally fly during night hours