Is it Worth Getting Your FAA Part 107 Certificate?

Having an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate opens up so many doors for you, and there really is only one way to study for it that guarantees you will pass.

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[IsomPhilips]

Since I'm in my 70's there is no way I was going to pass the exam with just self study. I chose Pilot Institute but, like you say, all the course providers are good. For me, it helped keep me focused and helped me better prepare in the areas where I was the weakest like charts and weather terminology. The guarantee also provides no risk but if you follow the courses and properly study there's almost no way you can fail. I definitely feel more confident and knowledgable knowing I have that card in my wallet when I'm out flying.

[jeremytaylorwhite]

I think the work you are looking for is Certified! This is great information! Thanks so much!🙏🏻🙏🏻😁

[chasboland]

Russ, thanks for spurring me on to get my Pt. 107.
Today, after a week of intensive study and practice testing, I passed w/ 92%
Your videos have inspired me greatly on my new hobby w/ my mini 4 pro 👍

[JonathanRothgeb]

Just bought a DJI Mini 4 Pro to make training videos at work and had no idea what it would take to get a license. I'm now definitely looking into UAV Coach. Thanks! By the way, you can stop stumbling over the word certificated, you can acceptably say certified.

[Aquireops]

New to the drone world, just got my mini 4pro and looking to obtain my certification and become more knowledgeable, thanks for the information!

[markkempton]

I was one who took the exam without any formal training. I did not see a need, but I tend to study very well and was familiar with most of the material just from having an interest in general aviation. I used the Northrup video and then six days of cramming with the Prepware app on my phone any time I had five minutes. For me, it was the weather stuff that I had to crunch on. It didn't register when I watched the video.
At the time, I took the exam just to gain knowledge and be prepared as I had been offered money for some images I took when I acquired my first drone. (I also took the GMAT just for fun, so I may not be normal.)
I found the pricing varied by airport locally - it was more at the major airport nearby than at my local GA airport. Not sure if that's changed.
Lastly, if anyone uses the Northrup video, note that two major topics have changed - operations over people and moving vehicles and night operations. There is plenty of free targeted training material for these 2021 updates.

[danielslandscapellc]

Yes over winter for my landscaping company as I am furthering my company posting videos so I need my certificate 😉 Glad you mentioned that as I thought it was just if you directly made money off, like making a video for a real estate agent. Your videos are rhe best and organized too! Thanks!!! Hoping to make this another career at some point! Have always flown ar airplanes and chepa drones in-between but now i went into a dji mini 4 pro and love it! 😊

[dwfields]

I would like to get the certificate. I know nothing about drones but have wanted to learn for some time now. I also do not have the money for the drone or radio. I thought about saving up and getting it a piece at a time but have not been able to do it that way. But the Certificate would push me forward to do it. Thank you for the content, as always.

[ADroneServices]

When I started looking into getting my part 107 cert back in 2018, my social media got predictably flooded with ads for sites like Drone Pilot Ground School and Pilot Institute. I honestly just assumed they were all scams. I used only the FAA provided materials and passed the test on my first try (90%). However, I have since met many part 107 pilots who used these places and not one has ever said anything negative. I also have seen in the last few years that they do more than just advertise their services, they provide much needed awareness and advocacy. I may not have ever used these online courses, and I'm not a paid commenter, but if you're struggling with the FAA provided material, I think you'd be in good hands with them.

[rossmandrone]

This video is exactly what I was looking for a high school drone course I teach. Much appreciated!

[dronyland]

Great informative video as usual Russ, and you are right about online course. They do help a lot. I personally already enrolled with the one from Pilot Institute to get my part107 done.

[brvt]

That is who I used for my school (and also a free app) just a couple months ago. It covered quite a bit but I wouldn't say it was 100% for what I faced in the test. I did pass with a 90 so the reality is that I was more than prepared. I am also taking their mapping course now even though I already perform mapping and processing, so that says something.

[JohnCunningham-svoz]

Thank's for sharing this imformation I'm from Ontario, Canada!

[drogers]

Reading a few of the comments that state they fly without a license is a bit arrogant. I hope they understand the airspace they fly in.
Granted, the drone curriculum doesn't seem to match, but it's good general knowledge.
I'm 60 and would never pass medical. I've always wanted to be a pilot but manned aircraft is too expensive.
Being a Drone Pilot is the hill I will fight for.

[RonaldBrown]

Great info Russ, thanks for sharing,

[fulturk]

the P107 exam was honesty quite easy, i didn’t prepare much before taking it and managed to pass the exam on my first try in around 50 minutes

[papapsadventures]

Have a couple drones...son in law gave me his old DJI Phantom and my wife bought me a DEERC...I've been looking at the Potensic but haven't decided completely. I definitely want to get the part 107.

[usmc_sgt]

I just bought a holy stone hs720e off Facebook marketplace. I’m on the northwest ish corner of the Boise airport so I’m trying to learn all I can about being a drone certified pilot and possibly soon make money.

I just subscribed as I’m thinking about the drone course you took. No questions yet

[mytigeV]

I have been flying drones from the Hubsan H501S, The FIMI X8 2020 and 2022 series as well as a DJI Mini SE. I am registered with the FAA. But at age 67 I am not flying as much as I used to. I really have no interest in a part 107 Certification, mainly due to the cost of the exam, and the cost of preparing for it.

[renepereyra]

I'm enrolled in a trade school that involves drone training for one day. When I heard that this was involved in my curriculum, it sparked my interest.

My main goal within finishing this course is to find a promising career that has great work/life balance.

Is it worth it for people like me to invest in becoming a drone pilot? Seems like a pretty cool job!

Thank you and God bless!