FAA Test Locations: How to Find and Book a Part 107 Test Center (2026)
October 23, 2026
The FAA doesn’t run its own exam rooms. The Part 107 knowledge test is given at FAA-approved Knowledge Testing Centers across the country, booked through the FAA’s testing vendor, PSI. This guide shows how to find FAA test locations near you, how to book, what it costs, what to bring and how to turn a passing score into a Remote Pilot Certificate.
Before You Book: Are You Eligible?
According to the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual, Part 107 applicants must be at least 16 years old and able to speak and understand English. The UAG test doesn’t need an instructor endorsement or other written authorization, per the FAA’s testing matrix.
Already a manned pilot?
If you hold a Part 61 pilot certificate (other than student pilot) and have a current flight review, the AIM says you can take the FAA’s free online training instead of going to a test center. You can still take the knowledge test if you prefer.
Step 1: Get Your FAA Tracking Number in IACRA
Create an account in IACRA (Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application). IACRA assigns your FAA Tracking Number (FTN), which links your test result to your certificate application later.
Tip: Enter your name exactly as it appears on your government ID. A missing middle name or a nickname can cause problems at check-in or when your result tries to match your application.
Step 2: Find a Test Center
The FAA’s airman testing FAQ points you to PSI’s site. Go to the Find a Test Center tab and enter your postal code, country and exam. For Part 107, the exam is Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG). Test centers are often at airports, flight schools and colleges.
Choosing among FAA test locations
- Widen the radius if nearby dates are full. A center an hour away may have openings next week.
- Check session times. Small centers may test only on certain days.
- Call ahead about parking, building access and what you can bring into the room.
- Book a time when you’re sharp. If you’re a morning person, don’t take a 4 p.m. slot.
Step 3: Register, Pay and Schedule With PSI
Create a PSI account using your FTN and the same legal name as in IACRA. Choose the UAG exam, pick a center and time, and pay. According to the FAA, Knowledge Testing Centers charge approximately $175 for the initial knowledge test, and you’ll see the exact amount at checkout. See our drone license cost breakdown for the full budget, including training.
What the Test Is Like
From the FAA’s testing matrix:
| Item | UAG test |
|---|---|
| Questions | 60 |
| Time | 2 hours |
| Passing score | 70% |
| Instructor endorsement | Not required |
| Retest wait after failing | 14 days |
The test covers regulations, airspace and chart reading, weather, loading and performance, and operations. Starting October 26, 2026, it also includes sectional chart image questions that aren’t in the printed testing supplement, according to the FAA’s Airman Testing Community Advisory. The supplement is still provided at the center for now. Get ready with our guide to the sectional chart legend.
What to Bring on Test Day
Under 14 CFR 107.67, you need proper identification that shows your:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Date of birth
- Permanent mailing address. If that address is a P.O. box, you must also provide a current residential address.
Also bring:
- Your PSI confirmation and FTN.
- Reading glasses if you use them. Chart text is small.
- Plenty of time. Arrive early for check-in.
Leave your phone and smart watch in the car or the locker the center provides. The center provides the testing supplement. Ask your center ahead of time before bringing any calculator or plotter.
Test-Day Strategy
- Answer every question. A blank counts as wrong.
- Flag hard questions and come back. Two hours for 60 questions leaves time for review.
- For chart questions, find the legend symbol first, then answer. Don’t guess from memory.
- Read every option. Distractors often differ by one word, like MSL vs. AGL.
Step 4: After You Pass
- Keep your Airman Knowledge Test Report. It has your Knowledge Test Exam ID.
- Once your result is available, log in to IACRA and start a Remote Pilot Certificate application, entering the Exam ID.
- Sign and submit. The TSA runs a security background check.
- When the check clears, you can print a temporary certificate from IACRA. Your permanent card comes by mail.
If You Don’t Pass
Wait 14 days, then retest. The testing matrix says you must give the testing center your failed test report before retesting, but no instructor endorsement is needed. Your report lists the knowledge areas you missed, so study those first. Our Part 107 test mistakes guide covers the most common problem areas.
Staying Current
You don’t go back to a test center to stay current. The AIM says remote pilots must complete recurrent training within 24 months of passing the test or completing the training. The FAA’s recurrent training is free and online.
Before you book, take a practice test, and if you want a structured path from day one to test day, the Drone U Part 107 course gets you there.
Example: From Zero to Certified
Here’s how a typical first-timer’s path looks:
- Week 1: Create an IACRA account and write down your FTN. Start a structured study course.
- Weeks 2–4: Study regulations, airspace, weather and chart reading, and take practice tests until you score well above 70% consistently.
- Week 4: Search PSI for FAA test locations within driving distance and book the earliest date that leaves you a few more days of review.
- Test day: Bring your ID and confirmation, arrive early and take the test.
- After passing: Apply in IACRA with your Exam ID, clear the TSA check and print your temporary certificate.
Rescheduling and cancellation rules are set by PSI, so read them when you book in case your plans change.
Recreational Flyers: You Don’t Need a Test Center
If you only fly for fun, you don’t need the Part 107 test. Recreational flyers take the free online TRUST test instead. But the moment you fly for compensation, even once, you need the Remote Pilot Certificate and a trip to one of the FAA test locations above.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find FAA test locations near me?
Get an FTN in IACRA, then use the Find a Test Center tab on PSI’s site and search for the Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG) exam.
How much does the Part 107 test cost?
The FAA says testing centers charge approximately $175 for the initial knowledge test. You pay PSI when you book.
What ID do I need?
ID with your photo, signature, date of birth and permanent mailing address. If your mailing address is a P.O. box, you also need your residential address.
Can I take the Part 107 test online?
No. The initial knowledge test is taken in person at an FAA-approved center. Current Part 61 pilots with a flight review can use the FAA’s online training instead.
How soon can I retake the test?
After 14 days. Bring your failed test report.
Do I have to retest every two years?
No. You complete the FAA’s free online recurrent training within 24 months instead.
Is the test the same at every test center?
Yes. Every FAA-approved center gives the same UAG knowledge test through PSI, so pick the location that’s most convenient.
Can I take the test before I’m 16?
The FAA’s AIM says you must be at least 16 to be eligible for the Remote Pilot Certificate, so plan your test around that.
Get Certified With Drone U
Whether you are flying for work, for public safety or for the love of it, it starts with knowing the rules. The Drone U Part 107 course covers every topic on the FAA knowledge test, including airspace, sectional charts, weather, regulations and operations, with lessons from working commercial pilots and practice questions built around how the FAA actually tests. Start the Part 107 course today.
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