No Operation with Frost, Ice, or Snow on Critical Surfaces

Verified from official sources
SOR/96-433, s. 901.35Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

Before taking off, you must inspect your drone and ensure there is absolutely no frost, ice, or snow stuck to any of its critical surfaces (such as wings, rotors, or propellers).

Requirement as structured

No pilot shall operate a remotely piloted aircraft system with frost, ice, or snow adhering to any of the critical surfaces of the remotely piloted aircraft.

Original regulatory text

No pilot shall operate a remotely piloted aircraft system with frost, ice or snow adhering to any of the critical surfaces of the remotely piloted aircraft.

Applies when

country
Canada
regulatory category
General