Distance Limits for Operations Near People
Verified from official sourcesAC 922-001 Section 4(4) & 4.3Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026
In plain language
You may fly between 5 meters (15 feet) and 30 meters (100 feet) of people only if your drone has a manufacturer declaration confirming it is fit for operations near people. You cannot fly closer than 5 meters to any person who is not part of the crew.
Requirement as structured
An RPA may be operated at a distance of 30m (100ft) but not less than 5m (15ft) of a person.
Original regulatory text
CAR 901.62(b) allows operations of an RPA at a distance of 30m (100ft) but not less than 5m (15ft) of a person, except for crew member or person involved in the operation.
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- operation
- operations near people
- regulatory category
- General