Declaration Required for Small RPA VLOS Near People (16.4 to 100 Feet)

In plain language

To fly a small drone between 16.4 feet (5 m) and 100 feet (30 m) horizontally from bystanders, the drone model must have a registered declaration of compliance.

Requirement as structured

No pilot shall operate a small remotely piloted aircraft system in VLOS at a horizontal distance of less than 100 feet (30 m) but not less than 16.4 feet (5 m) from any person not involved in the operation, unless a declaration has been made to the Minister.

Original regulatory text

(b) the VLOS operation of a small remotely piloted aircraft at a distance of less than 100 feet (30 m) but not less than 16.4 feet (5 m), measured horizontally and at any altitude, from any person not involved in the operation;

Applies when

country

Canada

rpa size

small

operation

VLOS

regulatory category

Specific