Applicability to Medium RPA VLOS in Uncontrolled Airspace (Far from People)

In plain language

If you fly a medium-sized drone (typically over 25 kg) in uncontrolled airspace and stay at least 500 feet away from people, this Division applies.

Requirement as structured

This Division applies to the operation of a medium remotely piloted aircraft to conduct a VLOS operation in uncontrolled airspace and at a distance of 500 feet (152.4 m) or more, measured horizontally, from any person not involved in the operation.

Original regulatory text

(d) the operation of a medium remotely piloted aircraft to conduct a VLOS operation in uncontrolled airspace and at a distance of 500 feet (152.4 m) or more, measured horizontally and at any altitude, from any person not involved in the operation;

Applies when

country

Canada

operation

VLOS

airspace class

uncontrolled

regulatory category

Specific