Visual Observer Requirement for Extended VLOS

In plain language

For extended VLOS flights, you must have a visual observer who keeps their eyes on the airspace (without binoculars or other visual aids, except corrective lenses) to watch for other aircraft and hazards.

Requirement as structured

A visual observer must maintain unaided visual contact with the airspace to detect and avoid conflicting air traffic and other hazards during extended VLOS operations.

Original regulatory text

No pilot shall operate a remotely piloted aircraft system under this Division to conduct an extended VLOS operation unless a visual observer maintains unaided visual contact with the airspace in which the remotely piloted aircraft is operating in a manner sufficient to detect conflicting air traffic and other hazards and take action to avoid them.

Applies when

country

Canada

operation

extended_vlos

regulatory category

Specific