Fast Cert Possible?

[RickC]

I need ** something ** in the next two weeks. Any suggestions appreciated.

 

[msinger]

What kind of cert are you trying to obtain?

 

[RickC]

it used to be called a "part 107" but i need something to convince officials in Peru that I am legit ...

 

[msinger]

Part 107 is only useful for flying commercially in the US.

 

[RickC]

but, it can be extremely useful, even required as part of an application process.

 

[RickC]

Where is the list of approved test centers? I cant find one?

 

[BigAl07]

Part 107 (in the US) is quick and easy to get. I'd go that route and you'd at least have something "issued" by a Govt Agency to help substantiate your claim.

 

[HVYMTL]

Will the FAA issue a part 107 license to a non-us citizen?

 

[Mossiback]

"**something**" may be the Small UAS Certificate of Registration card you get from the FAA (on line, $5). Print it two sides in color, laminate it, and it might be impressive enough.

 

[DanMan32]

You may want to check Peru rules when it comes to UAS. Each country has their own rules and registrations.

 

[superstarpup]

You may want to check Peru rules when it comes to UAS. Each country has their own rules and registrations.

I can’t tell if I’m missing the point or if others are. It seems he has done that, and would like a 107 cert to lend legitimacy to his Peruvian permit applications so he seems like more than just another tourist wanting to fly a drone over Machu Picchu and the sacred valley.

 

[superstarpup]

To answer op’s question, you could easily study and take the test within that time period. If you have a part 61 cert you can finish the 107 stuff in about an hour and a half.

You’d have to find a de or a fsdo that could issue you a temp cert. assuming that would cover your needs. No way you’ll get a permanent cert in 2 weeks.

 

[RickC]

I have looked far and wide - even the FAA site does not list test centers. It is almost as though the contact infoi is being hidden.

 

[AMann]

Its not hidden at all, I just Googled “FAA UAS 107 test center”:

Read this page to start the process of studying and signing up for the 107 test:

Become a Drone Pilot

www.faa.gov

Then look at this testing center list from the link on the same page:

https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/media/test_centers.pdf

 

[dawgpilot]

CATS test centers. Make sure you search for sites offering the UAG test (which is what you need to get your Part 107 certificate)

Test center search

 

[Viper8]

Are you heading to Peru or do you live in Peru? Are you trying to get a permit to fly in and around Machu Picchu?

 

[RickC]

heading to Peru - NO interest in Machu Pichu - doing archaeology survey of geoglyph designs

 

[AMann]

heading to Peru - NO interest in Machu Pichu - doing archaeology survey of geoglyph designs

RPA certified?

Also, try contacting Dr. Luis Castillo- he’s using drones to do that and may have good information about permitting- he’s the director of the San José de Moro Archaeological Program in coastal Peru.