A remote pilot holds a Part 107 certificate. They are hired to photograph a wedding at a private venue. Which statement is most accurate regarding compensation?
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Part 107 explicitly authorizes commercial operations. The certificate was designed for compensated commercial work. A Part 107 remote pilot certificate is sufficient to perform compensated drone operations (photography, inspection, delivery, etc.) as long as the specific operation complies with all Part 107 operational requirements.The trap →
Part 135 is for commercial air carrier and air taxi operations carrying persons or property for compensation. It is not required for sUAS commercial work. Part 107 is specifically designed to authorize compensated commercial drone operations. There is no restriction on monetary vs. non-monetary compensation.SOURCE → 14 CFR Part 107, FAA Remote Pilot Study GuideCHECKED APR 21ACS I.A.K1MED