Maintenance of large RPA as Class B aircraft

Verified from official sources
101.260(1)Version 1Effective -Verified 25 August 2026

In plain language

If you operate a large drone, it must be maintained to the same regulatory standards as a Class B manned aircraft.

Requirement as structured

A large RPA must be maintained in accordance with the rules applicable to Class B aircraft under Subdivision 2 of Division 2 of Part 4A of the Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR).

Original regulatory text

Subdivision 2 of Division 2 of Part 4A of CAR applies to large RPA. Note: That is, a large RPA must be maintained as a Class B aircraft.

Applies when

min mtom kg
150