Applicability of Division II (Basic Operations)

In plain language

To operate under the rules of this Division (commonly known as Basic Operations), you must fly a small drone (250 g to 25 kg) in uncontrolled airspace, keep it within your visual line of sight, and maintain a horizontal distance of at least 100 feet (30 meters) from any bystanders at all times.

Requirement as structured

Division II applies to the operation of small remotely piloted aircraft conducting VLOS operations in uncontrolled airspace at a horizontal distance of not less than 100 feet (30 m) from any person not involved in the operation.

Original regulatory text

This Division applies in respect of the operation of small remotely piloted aircraft to conduct a VLOS operation in uncontrolled airspace and at a distance of not less than 100 feet (30 m), measured horizontally and at any altitude, from any person not involved in the operation.

Applies when

country

Canada

operation

VLOS

airspace class

uncontrolled

regulatory category

Open