Definition of Canadian Aviation Document and Exclusions

Verified from official sources
A-2, s. 3Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

A Canadian aviation document (CAD) includes your pilot certificate, drone registration, and any Special Flight Operations Certificates (SFOC). However, security clearances and basic ministerial authorizations are legally excluded from this definition.

Requirement as structured

Defines 'Canadian aviation document' as any licence, permit, accreditation, certificate, or other document issued by the Minister under Part I, excluding security clearances, certain restricted area passes, and specific ministerial authorizations.

Original regulatory text

Canadian aviation document means, subject to subsections (3) and (4), any licence, permit, accreditation, certificate or other document issued by the Minister under Part I to or with respect to any person or in respect of any aeronautical product, aerodrome, facility or service;

Applies when

country
Canada
regulatory category
General