Where to fly your drone - Advertised events - section overview

In plain language

Drone operations near or at advertised events are prohibited without a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC). Additionally, Part IX of the Canadian Aviation Regulations does not apply to indoor or underground drone operations, though safe operation is still required.

Requirement as structured

Drone operations near or at advertised events are prohibited without a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC). Additionally, Part IX of the Canadian Aviation Regulations does not apply to indoor or underground drone operations, though safe operation is still required.

Original regulatory text

Drone pilots, including microdrone pilots, are not allowed to fly near or at advertised events, such as outdoor concerts and sporting events, unless they have a Special Flight Operations Certificate that specifically allows them to do so. Indoors, underground, near and over buildings Part IX of the Canadian Aviation Regulations do not apply to indoor or underground drone operations. No matter where you fly, however, you must fly safely and always respect all other laws so as not to pose danger to people or other aircraft. Before you fly indoors, or near or over buildings, we recommend getting permission from the building owner and/or occupants.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General