Acceptable Drone Marking Methods
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In plain language
You can write the registration number on your drone using a permanent marker, stick a permanent label on it, or engrave it.
Requirement as structured
A registered remotely piloted aircraft must be marked with its registration number, as required by the Canadian Aviation Regulations. Transport Canada accepts permanent marker, a permanent label or engraving as acceptable methods of applying that marking; those methods are examples, not additional legal requirements.
Original regulatory text
You can use: - permanent marker - permanent label - engraving
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- regulatory category
- General