FAA Part 107 exam-day guide
FAA Part 107 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID with your photo and signature
A state driver's license or passport is typical. The name must match the name on your test registration. You will not be admitted without acceptable ID.
Your FAA Tracking Number (FTN)
Created through IACRA. The testing center uses it to match your test record to your FAA file. If you don't have it yet, create it before test day; confirm with the provider if you're unsure what they require.
Appointment confirmation or test authorization
Bring the confirmation email/receipt from the testing center, printed or on paper if electronics aren't allowed inside.
Payment for the exam fee
Fees vary by provider and location and can change. Confirm the current amount and accepted payment methods with the provider before you go. (needs_review)
Plan to arrive about 30 minutes early
Check-in involves ID verification and paperwork. Late arrivals may be refused entry or rescheduled; confirm the center's cutoff policy with the provider. (needs_review)
Leave phones, smartwatches, and study materials behind
Electronics, notes, and books are not allowed in the testing room. Most centers provide a locker or ask you to leave items in your vehicle.
Know the test format so you can pace yourself
The initial aeronautical knowledge test is 60 multiple-choice questions with a 2-hour limit and a 70% minimum passing score.
Calculator question
Do not assume you may bring your own. Many centers supply a basic calculator or provide one on screen, but policy differs. Confirm with the provider whether a calculator is provided and whether any personal calculator is permitted. (needs_review)
Scratch paper and pencil
These are usually supplied by the testing center. Don't bring your own unless the provider tells you otherwise. (needs_review)
A short list of your weak knowledge areas
Review it the night before, then leave it at home. Typical weak spots are airspace classes, sectional chart symbols, weather, and loading/performance.
A travel and rest plan
Know the route, parking, and a backup plan. Being rested matters more than one more hour of cramming.
Plan the day
Confirm the date, time, address, and admission requirements with your testing center. Verify your FTN in IACRA. Take one full-length timed practice test (60 questions in 2 hours) and list the knowledge areas you missed so you can target them.
Do light review of your weakest areas only, no new material. Pack your ID and confirmation, check your travel plan, and go to bed early. Avoid last-minute cramming, which tends to increase errors on chart and weather questions.
Eat something, arrive about 30 minutes early, present your ID, store your belongings, and use the restroom before the clock starts.
Budget roughly 2 minutes per question. Read each question fully and watch for 'except' and 'most likely' wording. Answer every question as you go, flag the ones you're unsure of, and use remaining time to revisit flagged items. Submit, then collect your printed Airman Knowledge Test Report before you leave the building.
Rules to check
You must present valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID with your signature. The name must match your registration. No ID means no test.
No phones, smartwatches, notes, books, or other study aids in the testing room. Follow the proctor's instructions on where to store personal items.
Breaks and restroom access vary by center, and the test clock typically does not stop. Ask the proctor before you begin and confirm the provider's policy in advance. (needs_review)
Scoring: 60 questions, 2 hours, 70% to pass. Results are printed at the center immediately after you submit, and a failing report lists the knowledge areas you need to study.
Keep your Airman Knowledge Test Report. A passing report is generally valid for 24 months for applying for a remote pilot certificate through IACRA.
Retake rules and any waiting period between attempts are set by the FAA and provider. Confirm the current retake policy with the provider rather than assuming. (needs_review)
Do not discuss, photograph, or share exam content. Test security rules apply, and the proctor can terminate a session for misconduct.
Ask the proctor for clarification of procedures (timing, breaks, equipment), not for help interpreting a question's content.