Altitude Exception in Controlled Airspace

In plain language

You can fly higher than the standard altitude limits (usually 400 feet AGL) in controlled airspace, provided you have an explicit authorization from the air traffic services provider to do so.

Requirement as structured

A pilot may operate a remotely piloted aircraft in controlled airspace at an altitude above the limits specified in section 901.25 if authorized by the air traffic services provider.

Original regulatory text

Despite section 901.25, a pilot may operate a remotely piloted aircraft in controlled airspace under this Division at an altitude above those referred to in that section if an authorization to that effect has been issued by the provider of air traffic services in the area of operation.

Applies when

country

Canada

airspace class

controlled

regulatory category

General