Question 37
Domain 1: FAA Part 107 OperationsA remote pilot observes a manned helicopter approaching their operating area at low altitude. What is the appropriate action?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
A remote pilot must avoid creating a hazard to other aircraft and must yield to manned aircraft. Under the right-of-way rules, a helicopter is a manned aircraft, so the remote pilot should "yield right of way" and "give way" to it to prevent conflict in the operating area.
Why each option is right or wrong
A. Continue operations since they have right of way
B. Yield right of way and give way to the helicopter
14 CFR § 107.37(a) requires the remote pilot in command to see and avoid other aircraft and not operate in a manner that creates a collision hazard. Under the right-of-way rules in 14 CFR § 107.37(b), a remotely piloted aircraft must yield to all manned aircraft, including a low-flying helicopter, so the correct action is to immediately give way and maintain separation until the helicopter has passed.
C. Ascend to avoid the helicopter
D. Notify ATC only