107 ...who has signed up for test?

STMPNGRND · Aug 8, 2016

Curious how many here are taking the test.

I'm scheduled for Sept 6th here in SLC.

Acroduster · Aug 8, 2016

I'm studying for it, but haven't signed up yet. Won't be long...

clearimagemedia · Aug 8, 2016

Signed up, 29 August 0930, first slot in the Spokane area was told by the lady that signed me up...Studying!!

bluesgeek · Aug 8, 2016

Aug 30. Good luck everyone!

STMPNGRND · Aug 9, 2016

clearimagemedia said:
Signed up, 29 August 0930, first slot in the Spokane area was told by the lady that signed me up...Studying!!

I pre registered with Cats the day it went live. Took them 10 days to call me and schedule after taking my payment..by that time Sept 6th was the first available with any of the several test centers in or near Salt Lake City. At least I'll get to see the reaction / feedback from those early on the test schedule.

Perry Lawrence · Aug 9, 2016

I took the online class at faasafety.gov and am now looking to take the test here locally. What specifically are you all using as study guides and study material? The sUAS portion of the online exam was fairly easy, the stuff from the pilot handbook was near impossible, especially the map portion.

STMPNGRND · Aug 9, 2016

Perry Lawrence said:
I took the online class at faasafety.gov and am now looking to take the test here locally. What specifically are you all using as study guides and study material? The sUAS portion of the online exam was fairly easy, the stuff from the pilot handbook was near impossible, especially the map portion.

Better safe than sorry so I took an online sport pilot ground school as well as found a copy of the Private Pilot student handbook at my local library. I'm using Gliem online school and it's $99. Sporty's is also really good. They are many reputable online ground schools with decades of business under their belt and they do not cost much considering the knowledge you learn the purpose...well worth the money.

bluesgeek · Aug 9, 2016

Perry Lawrence said:
I took the online class at faasafety.gov and am now looking to take the test here locally. What specifically are you all using as study guides and study material? The sUAS portion of the online exam was fairly easy, the stuff from the pilot handbook was near impossible, especially the map portion.

Some sUAV-specific courses

I'm starting with Sarah Nilsson's free test prep.

Good luck.

clearimagemedia · Aug 12, 2016

Been using "Drone Pilot Ground School"...not cheap...$249.00 with discount....seems to be pretty comprehensive though...

GorData · Aug 13, 2016

I will be waiting for feedback from those that take it first.

Norman21 · Aug 13, 2016

Where can i find the guide or the material to study? Any link or website?

Dave Tolsky · Aug 13, 2016

Norman21 said:
Where can i find the guide or the material to study? Any link or website?

Start with the Part 107 Advisory Circular. A lot of good information in there

bluesgeek · Aug 13, 2016

Norman21 said:
Where can i find the guide or the material to study? Any link or website?

Good outline here in Part107Pilot (under Studying for the Exam)

And the next post

Doug Anderson · Aug 13, 2016

Took the online test (I'm already a pilot.). Now I'm waiting for FAA Form 8710.13 to come out so I can have my CFI (flight instructor) sign me off.
I believe you also have to open a IACRA account through FAA.gov to apply for the UAV rating. The IACRA thing is new to me since I haven't applied for any additional ratings in quite a while.

Any CFI's care to weigh in?

Jubalr · Aug 13, 2016

Doug Anderson said:
Took the online test (I'm already a pilot.). Now I'm waiting for FAA Form 8710.13 to come out so I can have my CFI (flight instructor) sign me off.
I believe you also have to open a IACRA account through FAA.gov to apply for the UAV rating. The IACRA thing is new to me since I haven't applied for any additional ratings in quite a while.

Any CFI's care to weigh in?

I'm at the same point as you, waiting for the new 8710 to be released. Regarding a CFI, they will not be able to give you a temporary license as the other options can. Just a heads up in case you missed it.

Doug Anderson · Aug 13, 2016

Got it. Lotta new stuff here.

Jubalr · Aug 19, 2016

Doug Anderson said:
Got it. Lotta new stuff here.

@Doug Anderson @Pedals2Paddles @EyeWingsuit and anyone else looking for the FAA 8710-13 form for pilots... Here it is..

Adimuzio513 · Aug 19, 2016

As soon as I see a couple folks reactions I'll likely sign up right away. Studying now, but would like a bit of insight from folks taking it the first week to be on the safe side. I'm just glad it's finally been passed and we have the opportunity. Hope the waits not too long since I'm holding off for info, but honestly I don't think drones are quite as huge here as some parts of the country or world. I rarely see any beside minis flying and most are amazed when I take mine out, so shouldn't be too bad wait wise.

Good luck to those who are scheduled and please pass any useful info or advice down if you don't mind. Thanks