Knowledge Requirement: Maps and Charts

In plain language

You must be able to use VNC and VTA aeronautical charts and the Canada Flight Supplement (CFS) to find your position, identify control zones, find nearby airports, and check if your charts are up to date.

Requirement as structured

The RPA pilot operating within Canada must be able to use aeronautical charts (VNC, VTA) and the Canada Flight Supplement (CFS) to locate their position, interpret topographical information, determine distance from aerodromes, identify control zones, verify chart currency, and identify airport operators and ATC agencies.

Original regulatory text

Maps and charts - Aeronautical charts: VNC, VTA - Locate your position on an aeronautical chart. - Interpret topographical information from charts. - Determine your distance from the nearest aerodrome. - Identify a control zone on an aeronautical chart. - Determine the validity/currency of aeronautical charts. - Use the CFS or other approved publication to identify airport operators and air traffic control agencies.

Applies when

country

Canada

min mtom g

250

max mtom kg

150

pilot qualification

basic, advanced

regulatory category

General