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Ran Chen, EA, CFP®
FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep 5, Visual Line of Sight and Visual Observers
2 minutes Posted May 3, 2026 at 9:13 am.
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This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.
In this episode you will learn:
- VLOS must be maintained by the remote PIC using only natural vision, though corrective lenses are allowed.
- Binoculars are prohibited for the primary purpose of maintaining Visual Line of Sight under §107.31.
- A Visual Observer (VO) is mandatory when the remote PIC uses FPV goggles that obstruct their direct view of the drone.
- Communication between the PIC and VO must be direct and unassisted by electronic devices.
- The remote PIC is ultimately responsible for the flight and cannot regain lost VLOS solely through the Visual Observer's guidance.
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