Definition and Purpose of Level 1 Complex Operations Certificate
Verified from official sourcesDrone operation categories and pilot certificates: Level 1 Complex operationsVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026
In plain language
If you want to conduct lower-risk BVLOS flights, you must obtain a Level 1 Complex operations certificate, which is built upon the foundation of the Advanced operations certificate.
Requirement as structured
The Level 1 Complex operations certificate builds upon the Advanced operations certificate to permit lower-risk beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations.
Original regulatory text
The Level 1 – Complex operations certificate builds upon the Advanced operations certificate to allow you to fly Lower-risk beyond the visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations.
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- operation
- BVLOS
- regulatory category
- Specific