Drone registration - section overview

In plain language

This section outlines the requirements for advanced drone operations in Canada, including carrying proof of registration, using drones with appropriate safety assurances, operating in controlled airspace or near airports/heliports with permission, and operating small drones near or over people with an advanced certificate.

Requirement as structured

This section outlines the requirements for advanced drone operations in Canada, including carrying proof of registration, using drones with appropriate safety assurances, operating in controlled airspace or near airports/heliports with permission, and operating small drones near or over people with an advanced certificate.

Original regulatory text

You must carry your proof of drone registration when you fly. The right drone for the operation For most advanced operations, you can only use drones that meet the safety assurance requirements for the advanced operation you want to conduct. Refer to the drone safety feature requirements for the specific advanced operation you want to fly. Where you can fly You can fly a small or medium drone: - in controlled airspace with permission from air traffic control - less than 5.6 kilometers (3 nautical miles) from the center of a certified airport - less than 1.9 kilometers (1 nautical mile) of a heliport Seek permission from air traffic control (NAV CANADA or the Department of National Defence) to fly in controlled airspace (request an RPAS Flight Authorization from NAV CANADA). You will need permission from the Department of National Defence to fly less than 5.6 kilometers (3 nautical miles) from the center of a military aerodrome. Learn more about where you can fly and how to seek permission. Small drones in VLOS With an advanced operations certificate and with the appropriate declaration, you can use a small drone (250 g to 25 kg) to: - fly in controlled airspace with permission from air traffic control - fly less than 30 meters (100 feet) but more than 5 metres (16.4 feet) from any person (measured horizontally) and - fly within 5 metres (16.4 feet) of any person (measured horizontally), or over any person Drone safety feature requirements Small drone operation

Applies when

country

Canada

operation category

Advanced

regulatory category

Specific