TP 15263 - section overview

Verified from official sources
TP 15263Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

This section outlines the knowledge requirements for Canadian RPAS pilots regarding the principles, operation, errors, and calibration of magnetic compasses and altimeters.

Requirement as structured

This section outlines the knowledge requirements for Canadian RPAS pilots regarding the principles, operation, errors, and calibration of magnetic compasses and altimeters.

Original regulatory text

- Principles of operation - Explain the difference between magnetic and true north. - Explain what can affect compass operation and reliability. - Variation - Factors adversely affecting compass operation - Importance of calibration Altimeter - Principles of operation - Explain the purpose of a barometric altimeter setting. - Describe the effect of a blocked static system. - Describe the difference between GPS altitude and barometric altitude. - Describe how to convert GPS altitude to above sea level (ASL). - Errors and malfunctions

Applies when

country
Canada
max mtom kg
150
min mtom kg
0.25
regulatory category
General