Special Aviation Event SFOC

In plain language

If you are flying a drone as a performer in an airshow, you must obtain an SFOC issued under the traditional aircraft rules (CARs 603). If you are only filming or providing security at the event, standard SFOC processing applies.

Requirement as structured

An SFOC is required when operating a drone as a performer in a special aviation event (airshow), which is issued under CARs 603 Division.

Original regulatory text

An SFOC for a special aviation event is required when a pilot is operating a drone as a performer in the event (referred to as an “airshow”).... An SFOC for a Special Aviation Event will be issued as traditional aircraft under CARs 603 Division for Special Aviation Events.

Applies when

country

Canada

regulatory category

Specific