SFOC-RPAS Application Fee Requirement and Emergency Exception

In plain language

Starting November 4, 2025, SFOC applications will require a fee unless flown by a government organization for emergency response. This applies to higher altitude flights, advertised events, and drones over 150 kg.

Requirement as structured

As of November 4, 2025, anyone applying for an SFOC-RPAS must pay an application fee, except for government organizations involved with emergency response.

Original regulatory text

As of November 4, 2025, anyone applying for an SFOC-RPAS will need to pay a fee, except for government organizations involved with emergency response. These operations include higher altitude flights, operations at an advertised event, and flying a drone that weighs more than 150 kg.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General