Authorization Near Military (DND) Aerodromes

Verified from official sources
Where to fly your droneVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

You must obtain permission from the military aerodrome authorities before flying a drone within 3 nautical miles (5.6 km) of any Department of National Defence aerodrome.

Requirement as structured

Drone operations within 3 nautical miles (5.6 kilometres) of an aerodrome under the authority of the Minister of National Defence (MND) require authorization from the MND aerodrome authorities.

Original regulatory text

Drone operations within 3 nautical miles (5.6 kilometers) of an aerodrome under the authority of the MND require authorization from the MND aerodrome authorities.

Applies when

country
Canada
regulatory category
General