Prohibition on Reckless or Negligent Operation

Verified from official sources
Transport 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