Your Drone Questions. Answered.

Did the Part 107 test just change? Yes, twice. Starting October 26, 2026, chart questions on the FAA Part 107 test show the sectional chart right in the question, pulled from any chart in the country, so you can't just memorize the examples in the testing supplement anymore. And since September 29, 2025, the test weighting changed: regulations are now 48% of your questions.
In this episode of Your Drone Questions. Answered (YDQA), David Young breaks down both changes, shows you exactly how many questions come from each category, walks through the FAA's own sample questions in the new format, and shares what to study (and what you can mostly skip) to pass the Part 107 exam.
Questions we cover:
- What changed on the Part 107 test, and what didn't?
- Is the Part 107 test harder now?
- Why are regulations now almost half the test?
- What do the new chart questions look like?
- Does Part 108 (BVLOS) mean a new drone license test?
- How do you renew your Part 107?
- What's the best test-day tip for chart questions?
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:31 Did the Part 107 test just change?
0:36 Change #1: the test weighting
0:51 Change #2: chart images right in the question
1:41 What didn't change
2:19 Is the Part 107 test harder now?
2:52 The new weighting: 48% regulations
4:15 Why so many more regulations?
6:14 Free Part 107 practice test
6:55 The FAA's sample chart questions
9:16 Does Part 108 mean a new drone test?
10:44 Renewing your Part 107
11:51 Final thoughts
12:08 Test-day tip: use the legend
Get the free Part 107 practice test (10 questions in the new format, with real sectional chart clips, an answer key and explanations): https://part107exam.com

The FAA has proposed a new drone rule, Part 108, and people are saying you won't need a drone license to fly under it. Is that true? In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered (YDQA), David Young breaks down the proposed Part 108 BVLOS rule and answers the questions drone pilots and drone businesses are asking most.

If you hold a Part 107 remote pilot certificate, have a BVLOS waiver, run a small drone service business, or just want to know where drone regulations are headed, this one's for you. David has spent 10 years in the drone industry and walks through what the proposed rule actually says, what's still up in the air, and what it could mean for the drone you fly today.

Questions we cover:
- Does Part 108 replace a Part 107 BVLOS waiver?
- Can a solo operator or small drone business fly under Part 108?
- Permit vs. certificate: what's the difference?
- If there's no drone license, who's responsible?
- Can you fly the drone manually?
- Can you use the drone you already own?
- Which types of drone operations qualify?

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:26 Today's questions
2:44 Does Part 108 replace my BVLOS waiver?
3:32 Solo operators and small drone businesses
4:20 Permit vs. certificate
5:39 No drone license, so who's responsible?
6:49 Can you fly the drone manually?
10:44 Can I use the drone I already own?
13:18 Which operations qualify?
17:30 Final thoughts

Note: Part 108 is a proposed rule (NPRM) and is not final. Details may change before it takes effect.

Getting your Part 107 or need a refresher? Drone Launch Academy has you covered: https://dronelaunchacademy.com

Have a drone question you want answered on the show? Email david@dronelaunchacademy.com

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After more than three years and 140+ episodes, Your Drone Questions. Answered is coming to a close—but this isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of something more focused and forward-looking.
In this final episode, we reflect on the journey of the podcast, key moments, and the incredible range of topics and guests that shaped it. We also introduce a brand new podcast that will dive deeper into one of the most important areas in the industry: how drones are used to collect and analyze data. 
We also explore where the drone industry is heading next, including:
 The shift toward data-driven drone applications 
 The future of BVLOS (beyond visual line of sight) operations 
 Why technical skills matter more than ever 
 What new job opportunities could look like as the industry grows 
If you’ve been following the podcast—or you’re looking to understand where drones are really headed—this episode is a must-watch.

How do drones help veterans build new careers, regain community, and make a real impact after service?
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Lewis from Vets to Drones to explore how this fast-growing organization is connecting veterans to opportunities in the drone industry—while also supporting mental health, disaster response, STEM education, and more. 
From flying missions in Afghanistan to leading a nationwide network of over 3,700 members, Chris shares how drones became both a career path and a powerful tool for purpose.
You’ll learn:
 Why drone careers are a natural fit for veterans 
 How Vets to Drones helps with training, jobs, and mentorship 
 The role drones play in disaster response and real-world missions 
 How non-veterans can also get involved and support 
If you’ve ever wondered how drones are being used beyond photography—or how they’re changing lives—this is one you don’t want to miss.
https://www.vetstodrones.org/
chris@vetstodrones.org
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBqeNgOzseXlr4p6hIR26DMqfz91sa8fp -- Veterans in the Forest project, a collaboration between Vets to Drones, UNC CARDNL
https://tarheels.live/drones/ and One Tree Planted

What if you could clean buildings faster, safer, and cheaper—without ever climbing a ladder? In this episode of Your Drone Questions Answered, we dive into the world of drone pressure washing and why it’s quickly becoming a game-changer in the industry. 
We’re joined by the team behind Drone Wash Solutions (Max and Phillip Orzi), who share how they built a business around this innovative technology and why they chose a hybrid model that combines traditional methods with drone-powered cleaning. From reducing liability risks to tackling hard-to-reach structures, drone pressure washing is opening up new possibilities for both residential and commercial jobs. 
In this episode, you’ll learn:
 Why drone pressure washing gives companies a competitive edge 
 How it improves safety by eliminating the need for ladders and scaffolding 
 What equipment and setup are actually required to get started 
 How pilots build confidence and skills for real-world jobs 
 The role of chemicals, hose systems, and workflow in drone cleaning 
 Real examples where drones saved time, cost, and effort on complex projects 
If you’re curious about starting a drone business—or just want to see how drones are transforming industries—this conversation breaks it all down in a practical, real-world way.
https://www.dronewashsolutions.com/
https://www.lucidbots.com/