Restriction on Payloads Attached by a Line

In plain language

You cannot fly a drone with a payload suspended or attached by a line (such as a slung load) unless you follow the drone's official operating manuals, or you have an SFOC.

Requirement as structured

No pilot shall operate a remotely piloted aircraft system if the aircraft is transporting a payload that is attached to the aircraft by means of a line, unless the operation is conducted in accordance with the operating manuals applicable to the system.

Original regulatory text

no pilot shall operate a remotely piloted aircraft system if the aircraft is transporting a payload that... is attached to the aircraft by means of a line, unless the operation is conducted in accordance with the operating manuals applicable to the system.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General