Maximum Number of Aircraft per Visual Observer

In plain language

A visual observer can only watch one drone at a time, unless you are operating multiple drones under specific rules (901.40(1)) or have a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC).

Requirement as structured

A visual observer must not perform duties for more than one remotely piloted aircraft at a time.

Original regulatory text

No visual observer shall perform visual observer duties for more than one remotely piloted aircraft at a time unless the aircraft are operated in accordance with subsection 901.40(1) or in accordance with a special flight operations certificate — RPAS issued under section 903.03.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General