Part 107 Testing Centers in Illinois (18 Locations)
Looking to get your commercial drone license in Illinois? Find the closest PSI testing center to schedule your initial or recurrent Part 107 exam. We've compiled 18 locations across the state.
All 18 Testing Centers in Illinois
Explore the statewide map below. Click any pin to view address, contact details, and directions.
Directory of Testing Centers
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Scott Air Force Base Testing Office (JSV00058)
404 West Martin Street
Scott AFB, Illinois 62225
PSI Examination Services - SPRINGFIELD IL (ILES AVE)
2050 W. Iles Ave
Springfield, Illinois 62704
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Chicago
3711 South Ashland Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60609
Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook
130 S. Clow International Parkway
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60490
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Blue Skies Pilot Shop dba Blue Skies Flying Services Inc
8411 Pyott Road Suite 106
Lake in the Hills, Illinois 60156
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Frequently Asked Questions: Illinois
Where can I take the Part 107 test in Illinois?
There are 18 FAA-approved PSI testing centers located throughout Illinois. You can browse the map and directory above to find the closest location with open testing slots.
How do I get my commercial drone license in Illinois?
To fly a drone commercially in Illinois, you must pass the FAA Part 107 Aeronautical Knowledge Test (UAG). First, create an account and register for an FTN on the FAA IACRA website. Next, book your exam appointment with PSI at an authorized testing facility. Once you achieve a passing score (70%+), submit FAA Form 8710-13 in IACRA to receive your remote pilot certificate.
How much does the Part 107 test cost in Illinois?
The FAA Part 107 Airman Knowledge Test fee is a flat $175 nationwide, paid directly to PSI during online appointment scheduling.
How do I schedule the Part 107 exam in Illinois?
Schedule online through the official PSI True Talent FAA portal (faa.psiexams.com). Search by your city or zip code in Illinois, select the 'Unmanned Aircraft General - Small' (UAG) test, choose your preferred date and time, and complete checkout.
What do I need to bring to the testing center in Illinois?
You must bring an unexpired government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) verifying your identity and physical residential address matching your IACRA profile. You may also bring an FAA-approved non-programmable calculator, a transparent plotting ruler, and a magnifying glass for sectional charts.
Do I need a drone license to fly commercially in Illinois?
Yes. Under federal FAA regulations, any commercial drone operation—including real estate photography, roof inspections, videography, mapping, or business services—requires an active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate in Illinois.
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