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What must the remote PIC verify about control links before flight?

All links between the control station and drone work properly.

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  1. They use the newest software
  2. They reach exactly one mile
  3. They are working properly ✔

Why: Before flight, the remote PIC must ensure every control link between the ground control station and aircraft works properly. The rule does not set one universal required range.

Huh, didn't know that: The preflight duty covers all control links, not only the primary controller.

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Answer: They are working properly. Before flight, the remote PIC must ensure every control link between the ground control station and aircraft works properly. The rule does not set one universal required range.

  1. 14 CFR Part 107 www.ecfr.gov/current/title-14/chapter-I/subchapter-F/part-107
    all control links between ground control station and the small unmanned aircraft are working properly
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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