Exemption for RPAs under 250 grams

In plain language

If your drone weighs less than 250 g, you do not need to comply with the main Part IX drone regulations in Canada.

Requirement as structured

Remotely piloted aircraft having an operating weight of less than 250 g are not subject to the rules in Part IX Subpart 1 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations.

Original regulatory text

State that RPA having an operating weight less than 250 g are not subject to the rules in Part IX Subpart 1 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations .

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

General