Prohibition on Reckless or Negligent Operation
Verified from official sourcesTransport Canada - Microdrones (under 250 g)Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026
In plain language
Even though microdrones have fewer restrictions, you are legally prohibited from flying them in a reckless or careless way that could endanger people on the ground or other aircraft.
Requirement as structured
You must not operate your drone in a reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger or be likely to endanger aviation safety or the safety of anyone.
Original regulatory text
You must not operate your drone in a reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger or be likely to endanger aviation safety or the safety of anyone.
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- max mtom kg
- 0.249
- regulatory category
- General