Declaration Required for Small RPA VLOS Very Near People (Under 16.4 Feet)

In plain language

To fly a small drone closer than 16.4 feet (5 m) horizontally from bystanders, the drone model must have a registered declaration of compliance for that specific operation.

Requirement as structured

No pilot shall operate a small remotely piloted aircraft system in VLOS at a horizontal distance of less than 16.4 feet (5 m) from any person not involved in the operation, unless a declaration has been made to the Minister.

Original regulatory text

(c) the VLOS operation of a small remotely piloted aircraft at a distance of less than 16.4 feet (5 m), measured horizontally and at any altitude, from any person not involved in the operation;

Applies when

country

Canada

rpa size

small

operation

VLOS

regulatory category

Specific