How to Schedule the Part 107 Exam (Step by Step)

Ready to book your Part 107 test? Scheduling it isn’t hard. It’s just spread across two websites that don’t explain themselves very well.

Here’s the short version. First, create an IACRA account to get your FAA Tracking Number (FTN). Then use that FTN to create an account on PSI’s FAA testing site, pick a testing center near you, choose a date, and pay the fee (about $175). On test day you bring a government-issued photo ID, take the 60-question exam, and afterward you apply for your certificate back in IACRA.

Below is each step in order, plus what to bring, how to reschedule, and how far out to book.

Before you start: are you eligible?

The FAA says you need to be:

• At least 16 years old
• Able to read, speak, write, and understand English
• In a physical and mental condition to fly a drone safely

If that’s you, you’ll take the initial knowledge test, officially called Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG). (Already a Part 61 pilot with a flight review in the last 24 months? You take a free online course, ALC-451, instead of the PSI test. See the FAA’s Become a Certificated Remote Pilot page.)

Step 1: Get your FAA Tracking Number (FTN) in IACRA

You can’t schedule anything without an FTN. PSI checks it before it lets you create an account.

1. Go to IACRA (the FAA’s Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application).
2. Click Register and choose Applicant as your role.
3. Fill in your legal name, date of birth, email, and so on. You can leave certificate info blank if you don’t have any.
4. Finish registration and find your FTN in your profile. Write it down or screenshot it.

Watch your name. PSI’s scheduling system only checks your FTN, first name, and last name against what’s in IACRA. If they don’t match exactly, you’ll get stuck. Use your legal name, the same one that’s on your ID. If you need to fix it, change it in IACRA, not in PSI.

Your FTN stays with you for your whole aviation career. Here’s more on why the FAA requires an FTN .

Step 2: Create your PSI account

PSI is the company that runs FAA knowledge testing. (You may see the Talogy name on its site. Same system.) All FAA tests are booked through one portal: faa.psiexams.com.

1. Click Create an Account.
2. Enter your FTN, first name, and last name exactly as they appear in IACRA.
3. Set up a username and password and verify your email.
4. Set up multi-factor authentication. PSI requires an authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or similar), so install one on your phone before you start.
5. Finish your profile details.

After that, you log in with your PSI username and password. You don’t use the FTN to sign in.

If PSI won’t recognize your FTN, log back into IACRA and compare the spelling of your name character by character. If everything matches and it still won’t work, call PSI at 844-704-1487.

Step 3: Find a Part 107 testing center near you

You can look at testing centers before you even make an account. On the PSI site, click Find a Test Center, choose the Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG) exam, and search by postal code and distance.

Testing centers are often at airports, flight schools, colleges, and testing offices. Two things to know:

• A center that shows up in the search might not show up when you book. PSI says centers only appear during registration if they have open slots in the date range you picked. Widen your date range or search radius and try again.
• Check the location before you commit: drive time, parking, and whether it’s tucked inside an airport building.

Step 4: Pick your date and pay the fee

Once you’re logged in:

1. Choose Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG) from the exam list.
2. Enter your location, preferred dates, and distance.
3. Pick a center, date, and time from the available slots.
4. Pay by card.

PSI lists the price of an FAA Airman Knowledge Test as $175, and the FAA describes the fee as “approximately $175.” Confirm the price at checkout, since the testing vendor sets it. For the full cost picture (retakes, what’s free, and so on), see our Part 107 exam cost breakdown.

Save the confirmation email you get afterward. It has your appointment details and site instructions.

How far ahead should you book (and how long should you study)?

A lot of people get this backwards. They book a test for next week to “light a fire,” then find out sectional charts take longer than a weekend to learn. A better approach:

• Study first, then book. Once you’re consistently scoring well above 70% on full-length practice tests (a lot of people aim for the mid-80s or higher), you’re ready to pick a date.
• Book one to three weeks out. That gives you time for a final review without losing momentum. In busy areas, popular weekend slots can fill up, so give yourself some buffer.
• Expect a few weeks of study for most first-timers. An aviation background speeds things up; airspace, charts, and weather reports slow most people down.

Not sure where you stand? Take our free 60-question Part 107 practice test under timed conditions. If you’re well above passing, go book. If not, you know what to work on.

If you’d like a structured plan instead of piecing it together, our Part 107 Exam Prep Course walks through every topic on the test with video lessons, quizzes, and full practice exams, so you can schedule knowing you’re ready.

Rescheduling or canceling your Part 107 exam

Life happens. According to PSI’s FAQ:

• You can reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment.
• You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your appointment, as long as the payment was made within the past year.

You handle both in your PSI account. Inside 24 hours, don’t count on a refund, so make changes early.

Step 5: Get ready for test day (what to bring)

Bring an acceptable photo ID

The FAA’s Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix sets the ID rules. Your ID has to be valid and current, and together your documents need to show:

• A photo
• Your date of birth
• Your signature
• Your physical, residential address

For U.S. citizens and resident aliens, a driver’s license, state ID, military ID, or passport usually works. Non-U.S. citizens generally need a passport plus another form of ID (such as a U.S. driver’s license or a government ID card).

If your ID doesn’t show your current home address, the matrix lists other documents you can use to prove it (a utility bill, lease, voter registration card, and others). If you’re under 18 and don’t have an acceptable ID, a parent or legal guardian has to come with you and vouch for your identity.

No valid ID usually means no test, and you’ve already paid. Check this the night before.

What you’ll get at the testing center

The testing center provides the FAA testing supplement (the charts and figures the questions refer to), so you don’t bring your own. PSI links to the FAA’s list of permitted test aids. If you want to bring something like a calculator, check that list first.

Arrive early

Your confirmation email has check-in instructions for your site. Get there early so you can park, find the room, and check in without rushing.

Step 6: Take the test

Here’s what the Part 107 exam looks like, per the FAA testing matrix:

The test may also include a few unscored validation questions, and the time limit already accounts for them. For a breakdown of topics and question counts, see how many questions are on the Part 107 test. For a quick warm-up, try our 21 Part 107 practice questions.

When you finish, you’ll get your Airman Knowledge Test Report (AKTR). It shows your score, your 17-digit exam ID, and codes for any knowledge areas you missed. Keep it. If you lose it, you can reprint it from your PSI account.

If you don’t pass

You have to wait 14 calendar days before retesting, and you’ll pay the fee again. For the UAG test, you don’t need an instructor endorsement to retake it, but you do need to bring your failed AKTR to the testing center.

Use the codes on the AKTR to figure out which topics you missed, and study those before you rebook.

Step 7: After you pass, apply in IACRA (Form 8710-13)

Passing the test doesn’t mean you’re certified yet. You still have to apply:

1. Log in to IACRA.
2. Click Start New Application, then choose Application Type Pilot and Certification Remote Pilot.
3. Follow the prompts for FAA Form 8710-13.
4. Enter the 17-digit Knowledge Test Exam ID from your AKTR. The FAA notes it can take up to 48 hours after your test for the result to show up in IACRA, so don’t worry if it’s not there the same day.
5. Sign electronically and submit.

After that, the TSA runs a security background check. When it’s done, you’ll get an email telling you how to print your temporary remote pilot certificate from IACRA. Your permanent plastic card comes by mail later.

Your certificate doesn’t expire, but you do have to finish free online recurrent training every 24 calendar months to keep flying under Part 107. Here’s our guide to Part 107 renewal.

Quick checklist: scheduling the Part 107 exam

• Confirm you’re 16+ and meet the English requirement
• Register in IACRA as an Applicant and write down your FTN
• Double-check that your IACRA name matches your ID
• Install an authenticator app on your phone
• Create your PSI account at faa.psiexams.com with your FTN
• Search for a testing center and pick the UAG exam
• Choose a date once you’re passing practice tests comfortably
• Pay the fee (about $175) and save the confirmation email
• Need to change it? Reschedule or cancel more than 24 hours ahead
• Night before: check your ID and read the site instructions
• Test day: arrive early
• After passing: keep your AKTR and apply in IACRA (Form 8710-13)

FAQ

Where do I take the Part 107 exam?

At an FAA-approved knowledge testing center run by PSI. You can find one with the “Find a Test Center” tool at faa.psiexams.com. You can’t take the initial Part 107 exam online from home. It’s proctored in person.

Can I schedule the Part 107 test without an FTN?

No. The FAA requires an FTN before you register for any airman knowledge test, and PSI won’t let you create an account without one. Getting it through IACRA is free.

How much does it cost to schedule the Part 107 exam?

PSI lists the fee as $175, and the FAA says approximately $175. You pay when you book. IACRA, the TSA check, and your certificate are free.

Can I reschedule my Part 107 exam?

Yes. PSI lets you reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before, as long as you paid within the past year.

What ID do I need for the Part 107 test?

A valid, current government-issued photo ID like a driver’s license, state ID, military ID, or passport, showing your photo, date of birth, signature, and home address. Non-U.S. citizens generally need a passport plus another ID.

Is the Part 107 exam free for military members?

It can be. PSI’s FAQ says the exam is available at no cost at JSAMTCC Airman Knowledge Testing locations for active-duty, guard, and reserve members, their dependents, military retirees, and DoD or DHS civilians. Contact JSAMTCC to confirm you’re eligible.

Ready to book?

Scheduling the Part 107 exam comes down to three things: get your FTN, book with PSI, and show up with the right ID. The part that actually takes time is getting ready to pass.

If you want to walk in confident, take a look at our FAA Part 107 Exam Prep Course. It covers everything on the test, including the sectional chart and airspace questions that trip up most people, with practice exams so you’ll know when you’re ready to book. Or start with the free practice test and see how close you already are.