Transport Canada announced changes to the Drone regulations, click HERE to see full details. A new certificate is available that allows for complex operations Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)

Steps to acquire your Level 1 Complex Operations:

Complete Ground School Training: Enroll in a Transport Canada-compliant ground school program that covers the knowledge requirements outlined in Transport Canada's TP 15530 document.

Recommended Schools:

KR Droneworks​ , RPAS Centre , Volatus Aerospace

Pass the Level 1 Complex Operations Exam: After completing the ground school, schedule and pass the Transport Canada Level 1 Complex Operations exam through the Drone Management Portal.

Undergo a Flight Review: Successfully complete an in-person flight review with a certified flight reviewer to demonstrate practical RPAS operation skills.

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Apply for an RPAS Operator Certificate: Additionally, to conduct Level 1 Complex Operations, you must obtain an RPAS Operator Certificate (RPOC). This involves establishing safety policies and procedures, appointing key personnel, and submitting a declaration to Transport Canada via the Drone Management Portal. You will need to have identified:

• an accountable executive

• a drone operations and maintenance manual

• a training program

• standard operating procedures used during flight

• processes to manage safety risks

With the RPOC you agree to:

• maintain an adequate organizational structure

• identify, assess, and mitigate risks

• comply with training program requirements (as per CAR 901.219)

• comply with maintenance requirements (as per CAR 901.217)

• conduct operations safely (as per CAR 901.218)

We recommend KR Droneworks for help creating your TC compliant RPOC.

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