WorksheetsID10-Drone History, Careers, and Airspace
Total questions: 55
Worksheet time: 28mins
What is the definition of a drone?
A piloted aircraft used for commercial purposes
An unpiloted aircraft or spacecraft
A type of manned aerial vehicle
A recreational vehicle used in airshows
What does the acronym UAS stand for?
Unmanned Aerial System
United Airspace System
Universal Aviation System
Unpiloted Air System
What is the definition of civil aviation?
Aviation related to military operations
Aviation for non-commercial purposes
Aviation involving government officials
Aviation for private and commercial purposes
What does the acronym NAS stand for?
National Airspace System
Naval Aviation Service
National Aviation Society
North American Space
What is the primary purpose of recreational aviation?
Military training
Commercial transport
Personal enjoyment and leisure
Scientific exploration
What is the definition of controlled airspace?
Airspace where no regulations apply
Airspace with specific regulations and air traffic control
Airspace used exclusively for military operations
Airspace designated for recreational use
What is the definition of uncontrolled airspace?
Airspace with no air traffic control services
Airspace with strict regulations
Airspace used for commercial flights only
Airspace designated for military use
What is the definition of an unmanned aerial system (UAS)?
A system that includes the UAV and all associated support equipment
A single unmanned aircraft
A piloted aircraft used for military purposes
A recreational drone used for leisure
What does the acronym SM stand for in aviation?
Statute Mile
Standard Mile
Short Mile
Survey Mile
What does the acronym kt stand for in aviation?
Knot
Kilometer
Kiloton
Kite
What does the acronym ft stand for in aviation?
Foot
Flight
Fleet
Flap
What is the primary function of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)?
To regulate and oversee all aspects of civil aviation in the U.S.
To manage military air operations
To provide weather forecasts for pilots
To design aircraft for commercial use
What does the acronym MSL stand for in aviation?
Mean Sea Level
Maximum Speed Limit
Main Service Line
Military Service Level
What does the acronym AGL stand for in aviation?
Above Ground Level
Air Ground Level
Aerial Ground Level
Altitude Ground Level
What is the primary purpose of airspace regulations?
To restrict all flights
To ensure safety and efficient use of airspace
To allow only military operations
To promote recreational flying
What was the primary use of unmanned balloons filled with explosives in the early history of drone technology?
Weather observation
Military attacks
Scientific research
Entertainment
What was the Hewitt-Sperry Automatic Airplane also known as?
The Kettering Bug
The MQ-1 Predator
The Ruston Proctor Aerial Target
The Silent Flyer
What are the two basic purposes of modern military drones?
Combat surveillance and tactical reconnaissance
Weather monitoring and agricultural analysis
Entertainment and media coverage
Scientific research and exploration
How did improvements in UAV technology in the military sector impact the private sector?
They had no impact
They led to advancements in the private sector
They caused a decline in private sector technology
They were kept secret from the private sector
For what purpose do government agencies use drones in disaster relief?
To deliver food supplies
To monitor affected areas
To entertain survivors
To conduct scientific experiments
In what year did the FAA issue the first commercial drone permit in the USA?
2005
2006
2007
2008
What is one of the ways corporations began using drones?
Inspect pipelines
Deliver packages
Monitor weather
Conduct surveys
Drones are used in which of the following sectors for public safety?
Energy
Search and rescue
Media
Insurance
Which of the following is a use of drones in agriculture?
Inspecting pipelines
Spraying pesticides
Monitoring network towers
Delivering packages
Which of the following is a key advantage of UAVs over manned aircraft in military operations?
They can carry more weapons.
They are cheaper to build and maintain.
They can fly at supersonic speeds.
They eliminate the risk to pilots' lives.
Drone cane be used for ….
Environment Management
Emergency services
Security Services
all of the above
What is the primary use of agricultural drones in farming?
To scare away pests
For planting crops
Monitoring and mapping crop health
As a replacement for tractors
Which of the following is a common use of drones in emergency situations?
Assisting in search and rescue operations
Advertising products
Delivering food to restaurants
Filming movies
What is one benefit of using drones for aerial surveys in construction?
They slow down project timelines
They reduce the need for manual labor on the ground
They increase the number of required workers
They are only used for entertainment
Which organization is responsible for regulating drone usage in the United States?
National Weather Service
Department of Agriculture
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
NASA
What is the primary purpose of Class A airspace?
Facilitate military operations
Separate and control high-altitude traffic
Provide airspace for recreational pilots
Allow for commercial airline traffic
Which type of airspace is typically found around busy airports and requires two-way radio communication with air traffic control?
Class C
Class A
Class D
Class B
Which type of airspace is typically found around smaller airports and requires two-way radio communication with air traffic control?
Class B
Class D
Class A
Class C
Uncontrolled airspace is...
Used for VFR flying only
For flying instrument flight operations
Class G Airspace
Which is Class B?
1
2
3
A recreational flyer does not need an airspace authorization in which type of airspace?
Controlled
Uncontrolled
What can be expected during a Presidential visit or major sporting event?
Local law enforcement will send an email alert
A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) will be issued
N changes can be expected for drone operations
How can a recreational flyer find information about the airspace in their area?
Check with an FAA LAANC UAS Service Supplier (USS) or the B4UFLY app
Contact local law enforcement
Call the FAA
How can a recreational flyer get an airspace authorization?
Call local law enforcement
Call the nearest control tower
Through LAANC or DroneZone
In what area could controlled airspace normally be found?
Near airports, cities, and metropolitan areas
Small towns and rural areas
All airspace is controlled airspace
WHat is the maximum altitude a drone can fly above the ground in uncontrolled airspace without specific FAA authorization?
1,200 ft.
700 ft.
400 ft.
Who is responsible for making sure a drone does not fly too high?
The Community Based Organization
The person flying the drone
The fixed site opereations boss
A recreational flyer must always keep a drone within their visual line of sight.
True
False
What year was the first drone used in combat by the Austrian Navy?
1925
1917
1849
1776
The United States first version of an Aerial torpedo was developed in 1917, but could not be deployed since the war was almost over
The Honey Bee
The Hewlett Sperry
The Kettering Bug
The Predator
What year did the United States start to REALLY invest money in drone technology for the military?
1995
1984
1900
1812
Modern Military drones are used primarily for combat surveillance and tactical reconnaissance.
True
False
What year did the FAA issue the first recreational drone license ?
1982
1995
2006
2013
Which drone, used by the military, is used for both reconnaissance and tactical warfare
The Honeybee
The B-24 Liberator
The MQ-1 Predator
The Raven
What does VLOS stand for?
The velocity lightness of sound
Visual line of sight
Visual lift of song
What are some safety concerns of the FAA regarding the private use of drones?
They could crash into buildings, vehicles, or persons.
They could improve air traffic control.
They could enhance communication systems.
They could increase wildlife population.
How can the use of police drones contribute to disaster response and emergency management?
By providing live entertainment to distract from the disaster
By delivering internet services to affected areas
By offering aerial surveillance, rapid assessment of damage, and locating survivors in hard-to-reach areas
By controlling weather conditions to prevent disasters
When in flight, a drone must give way to a manned aircraft
at all times
if the manned aircraft is below 400ft
if the manned aircraft is above the drone.
