SFOC-RPAS Requirement Within Event Perimeter

In plain language

If you plan to fly any drone (even a micro drone under 250 grams) within 30 meters (100 feet) of the boundaries of an advertised event, you must obtain a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC-RPAS).

Requirement as structured

Transport Canada expects pilots to apply for an SFOC-RPAS if operating a drone within 30 meters (100 feet) of an advertised event's boundaries.

Original regulatory text

If you are flying your drone within 30 m (100 feet) from the event boundaries, you will need to apply for an SFOC-RPAS. ... This applies to pilots of all sizes of drones, including micro drones.

Applies when

country

Canada

drone size

all_sizes_including_micro

regulatory category

General