Pre-flight Site Survey Requirement

In plain language

You must research the area where you plan to fly before you take off. This includes checking aeronautical charts, the Canada Flight Supplement, and active NOTAMs to ensure you do not conflict with other airspace users.

Requirement as structured

Drone pilots must conduct a survey of the area before starting any flight operation.

Original regulatory text

Prior to operating, drone pilots must conduct a survey of the area before the start of the operation.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General