BVLOS Operation Permissions

In plain language

You are allowed to fly BVLOS (without seeing the drone) only if your operation fits the specific criteria of Division V, Division VI, or is authorized by an SFOC.

Requirement as structured

A pilot may operate an RPAS beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) if the operation is conducted in accordance with Division V, Division VI, or a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) issued under section 903.03.

Original regulatory text

A pilot may operate a remotely piloted aircraft system without the pilot or a visual observer having the aircraft in visual line-of-sight if the operation is one referred to in paragraph 901.62(b) or (c) that is conducted in accordance with Division V or is an operation referred to in section 901.87 that is conducted in accordance with Division VI or if the operation is conducted in accordance with a special flight operations certificate — RPAS issued under section 903.03.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General