Drone Pilot Exams

Verified from official sources

Transport Canada - Drone pilot licensingVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

To get your certificate, you must take the appropriate exam (Small Basic, Advanced, or Level 1 Complex) based on your operation category.

Requirement as structured

Transport Canada provides online exams including the Small Basic Exam, Advanced Exam, and Level 1 Complex Exam to qualify for drone pilot certificates.

Original regulatory text

Take a drone pilot exam Eligibility, Small Basic Exam, Advanced Exam, Level 1 Complex Exam

Applies when

country: Canada
regulatory category: General

Official source text TCCA