Medium RPAS Weight Threshold
Verified from official sourcesAC 922-001 Section 4.5 & (2)Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026
In plain language
Drones weighing more than 25 kg are considered medium RPAS and are subject to stricter safety assessment standards when operated near people.
Requirement as structured
A medium RPAS is generally characterized by an RPA weight of greater than 25 kg.
Original regulatory text
In general, one can assume that if a >25kg comes in contact with a person or manned aircraft there will be a serious injury or death.
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- authority
- TCCA
- regulatory category
- Specific