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I am interested in getting licensed. Does any one have suggestions for study material? I am interested in UAVs, and believe that I need a radio license in order to use some of the gear in that hobby.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

In which country are you located?

If you’re in the US, Hamstudy.org for the amateur bands, and if you plan to use the drone for hire (FAA Part 107), then you’d need to get a Part 107 certificate: https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators/become_a_drone_pilot#ftp.

[–] The_Hideous_Orgalorg 1 points 3 weeks ago

Yes, I am in the US. I did the recreational 107 so I could start practicing in the air, but I do need to do the full one as well. Thank you for the recommendation.

[–] martin77 2 points 2 weeks ago

Since you say you are US based you have 2 options

  • Simply passing in which case you can use hamstudy and associate answers to questions you don't understand.
  • Study, learn and understand the material : refer to the W4EEY channel on YouTube. Best content for the US licence.