Knowledge Requirements for Meteorological Aspects of Altimetry

In plain language

You must be able to calculate or assess density altitude and pressure altitude, understanding how they impact your RPA's performance (especially during takeoff/launch) and instrument readings.

Requirement as structured

The RPA pilot operating within level 1 complex operations must be able to recall factors affecting density altitude, assess weather and density altitude for performance, and explain pressure altitude and its effects.

Original regulatory text

The RPA pilot operating within level 1 complex operations must be able to: - Recall the factors that affect density altitude. - Assess weather and density altitude for anticipated performance (take-off and launch) and flight envelope limitations. - Explain pressure altitude. - Explain how density altitude affects performance and instruments.

Applies when

country

Canada

operation type

level_1_complex_operations

regulatory category

Specific