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What must the crew coordinate with a visual observer?

They must coordinate hazard scanning and aircraft-position awareness.

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  1. Scanning for collision hazards ✔
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Why: The remote PIC, control manipulator, and observer coordinate to scan for potential collision hazards. They also maintain awareness of the drone's position through direct visual observation.

Huh, didn't know that: Using an observer does not transfer the remote PIC's regulatory responsibility.

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Answer: Scanning for collision hazards. The remote PIC, control manipulator, and observer coordinate to scan for potential collision hazards. They also maintain awareness of the drone's position through direct visual observation.

  1. 14 CFR Part 107 www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107
    Scan the airspace where the small unmanned aircraft is operating for any potential collision hazard
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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