THE FAQs
That is correct. On June 1st, 2019, Transport Canada published new rules for flying drones in Canada. You can see those new rules in Part 9 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations here.
Yes. Transport Canada has developed a Basic Pilot Certificate and an Advanced Pilot Certificate.
If you meet all three conditions below, you will only need a basic licence:
You fly it in uncontrolled airspace
You fly it more than 30 metres (100 feet) horizontally from bystanders
You never fly it over bystanders
If you don't meet all three conditions then you must operate with the Advanced Pilot Certificate.
Flytbox is a self declared training organization with Transport Canada. You will find us listed on their 'Find a Drone Flight School' web page here.
Our curriculum has been designed to meet and exceed Transport Canada's 'Knowledge Requirements for Pilots of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems'.
No. Unlike manned aviation, there are no requirements for you to take a ground school course to write the exam.
The knowledge requirments document published by Transport Canada is essentially a study guide for the exam. If you are comfortable with the subject matter in that document you shouldn't have a problem with the knowledge exam.
Remember though, for those of you intending on getting your Advanced Certificate, you will also need to pass an in-person flight review. As part of that review you will be tested on the depth of your knowledge, and your flying skills.
While not required there are several reasons why you might want to join us in one of our classes:
Develop policies and procedures
Network with other RPAS operators
Insurance companies often require ground school training or at the very least will provide you with a more competetive rate
Client contract and site policies may require training
Prospective drone employers want to see training and experience on your resume
These are the questions that we're all wondering about, but only you were smart enough to ask! By the way...we've provided answers too.
