SOR/96-433, s. 901.55 - section overview

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SOR/96-433, s. 901.55Version 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

This section outlines the requirements for the Minister to issue a pilot certificate for small remotely piloted aircraft (VLOS) for basic operations, which include being at least 14 years of age and passing the basic operations examination.

Requirement as structured

This section outlines the requirements for the Minister to issue a pilot certificate for small remotely piloted aircraft (VLOS) for basic operations, which include being at least 14 years of age and passing the basic operations examination.

Original regulatory text

The Minister shall, on receipt of an application, issue a pilot certificate — small remotely piloted aircraft (VLOS) — basic operations if the applicant demonstrates to the Minister that the applicant (a) is at least 14 years of age; and (b) has successfully completed the examination “Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems — Basic Operations” in accordance with the document entitled Knowledge Requirements for Pilots of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, 250 g up to and including 150 kg, Basic and Advanced Operations, TP 15263, published by the Minister.

Applies when

country
Canada
operation type
basic_operations
aircraft category
small_rpa
regulatory category
General