Airspace and Altitude Limits for Lower-Risk BVLOS

Verified from official sources
2025 Summary of changes to Canada’s drone regulationsVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

When flying BVLOS under these rules, you must stay in uncontrolled airspace, fly no higher than 122 metres (400 feet) AGL, and keep clear of airports and aerodromes.

Requirement as structured

Lower-risk BVLOS operations must remain in uncontrolled airspace, stay below 122 metres (400 feet) AGL, and stay away from airports and aerodromes.

Original regulatory text

All lower-risk BVLOS operations must - remain in uncontrolled airspace - stay below 122 metres (400 feet) - stay away from airports and aerodromes

Applies when

country
Canada
operation
bvlos
regulatory category
General