Requirements for Flying in Controlled Airspace

In plain language

You cannot fly in controlled airspace unless you have an Advanced Pilot Certificate, a drone declared safe by its manufacturer for controlled airspace, and explicit authorization from NAV CANADA or the relevant authority.

Requirement as structured

To operate within controlled airspace, drone pilots must hold at least an advanced pilot certificate, use a drone with a manufacturer safety declaration, and obtain air navigation service provider authorization.

Original regulatory text

To operate within controlled airspace, drone pilots need at least an advanced pilot certificate , a drone with the appropriate manufacturer safety declaration , and the air navigation service provider authorization.

Applies when

country

Canada

airspace class

controlled

regulatory category

General