Class 1 Drone (一等) exam-day guide
Class 1 Drone (一等) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Photo identification
Bring the same government-issued photo ID you used when registering, with signature and photo clearly visible. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a second form is required.
Exam admission or registration confirmation
Print or save the confirmation showing your candidate number, test site, and appointment time. Some sites ask for it at the door; confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is needed.
Examination fee receipt or payment proof
If the fee was not prepaid, bring proof of payment or a card accepted on site. Confirm with the provider the accepted payment methods and whether same-day payment is allowed.
Logbook or flight-experience records
Some practical assessments verify logged flight time or training records before the flight portion. Bring your logbook and training certificates; confirm with the provider which records are checked and in what format.
Medical certificate or self-declaration
Bring any medical certificate or health declaration the provider requires for drone operators. Confirm with the provider the validity period and accepted document types.
Model aircraft and transmitter as specified
Bring the aircraft, transmitter, and batteries matching the class you are testing for, fully charged and firmware-updated. Confirm with the provider whether the site supplies the aircraft or whether you must bring your own.
Spare batteries and charging equipment
Carry enough charged batteries for all practical tasks plus a margin, and bring your charger. Label batteries and check them against airline or transport rules if travelling.
Safety equipment
Bring a hi-vis vest, closed-toe shoes, and eye protection if required on the flight line. Confirm with the provider the exact PPE list for the site.
Weather-appropriate clothing and sun/rain protection
Practical tests run outdoors and may involve waiting. Dress for wind, sun, or rain, and bring water; the assessment may be delayed by weather.
Site access details and arrival time
Note the exact address, gate, parking, and reporting point, and arrive with buffer time for check-in and setup. Confirm with the provider the reporting time and access procedure.
Review of the practical task standards
Reread the task list you were given: takeoff and landing, hover, figure patterns, emergency procedures, and any oral questions. Confirm with the provider the published pass criteria and tolerances.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the assessment office number in case of travel delay or illness. Confirm with the provider the cancellation and rescheduling policy before test day.
Plan the day
Confirm your appointment, site address, reporting time, and required documents with the provider. Check that your ID matches your registration name exactly and that any medical or logbook documents are valid on test day. Re-read the published practical standards and list the tasks you are least confident about.
Do a full equipment check: charge and cycle all batteries, update firmware only if the provider allows it, inspect propellers and frame for damage, test the transmitter and failsafe settings, and confirm the aircraft is in the correct registration and class configuration. Pack spare parts you can legally replace on site.
Fly at least one practice session under realistic conditions, including the exact manoeuvres and emergency procedures in the assessment, and practise the oral briefing you will give before flight. Stop practising new manoeuvres close to the test; consolidate what you already do reliably.
Check the weather forecast and the provider's weather-delay policy. Prepare clothing, PPE, water, and snacks, and pack the bag with documents on top so nothing is forgotten. Charge every battery and device overnight.
Avoid late-night study and heavy physical work. Sleep a full night; fatigue shows in fine control and in pre-flight checks. Confirm your transport plan and departure time, including traffic and parking buffer.
Eat a normal meal, arrive early, and report to the check-in point with ID and documents in hand. Do not fly or handle the aircraft before the assessor authorises it. Listen carefully to the site briefing, including airspace, boundaries, emergency landing areas, and abort signals.
Perform the pre-flight checks aloud and in order, state your intentions before each manoeuvre, and call out emergencies as trained. If you make an error, continue safely and calmly rather than rushing to recover; assessors score airmanship and safety as well as precision. Ask for clarification if an instruction is ambiguous.
Complete any post-flight documentation, return equipment, and ask the assessor or office how and when results are issued and what the appeal or retake process is. Confirm with the provider the result timeline and any rebooking procedure.
Rules to check
Carry valid photo ID matching your registration at all times; you may be refused entry without it. Confirm with the provider which documents are mandatory and whether digital copies are accepted.
Follow all instructions from assessors and site staff immediately. Unsafe conduct, flying outside the designated area, or ignoring an abort instruction can end the assessment regardless of manoeuvre performance.
Mobile phones and other transmitters must be off or in the mode the provider specifies during the practical test; confirm with the provider the policy on phones, cameras, and recording.
Breaks and rest periods are set by the assessor, and delays for weather are normal. Ask the assessor before leaving the flight line or handling equipment during a pause.
Scoring is based on the published practical standards, including precision, airmanship, safety, and pre-flight and emergency procedures. Confirm with the provider the pass mark, tolerances, and whether an oral component is scored separately.
Do not bring notes, coaching, or unauthorised assistance into the assessment area unless the provider permits it. Confirm with the provider what reference material, if any, is allowed.
If you are ill, injured, or unfit to fly on the day, tell the assessor before flying. Confirm with the provider the rules on medication, alcohol, and minimum rest before operating an aircraft.
Results, retakes, and appeals follow the provider's published procedure. Request the outcome and the retake conditions in writing, and confirm with the provider any deadline for appealing a result.