Declaration Required for Small RPA Sheltered Operation in Controlled Airspace

Verified from official sources
SOR/96-433, s. 901.69Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

You cannot conduct a sheltered operation with a small drone in controlled airspace unless the drone model has a registered declaration of compliance.

Requirement as structured

No pilot shall operate a small remotely piloted aircraft to conduct a sheltered operation in controlled airspace unless a declaration has been made to the Minister.

Original regulatory text

(d) the operation of a small remotely piloted aircraft to conduct a sheltered operation in controlled airspace;

Applies when

country
Canada
rpa size
small
operation
sheltered
airspace class
controlled
regulatory category
Specific