Small Drone Weight Threshold
Verified from official sourcesDrone operation categories and pilot certificates: OverviewVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026
In plain language
Drones weighing from 250 grams up to and including 25 kg are classified as small drones, which are used for Basic operations and above.
Requirement as structured
Small drones are defined as drones weighing at least 250 g but not more than 25 kg.
Original regulatory text
Small drones weigh at least 250 g but not more than 25 kg (Basic operations and above)
Applies when
- country
- Canada
- regulatory category
- General