TC RPAS License Requirements
We are starting this discussion forum in order to post information, links, questions, and various other discussions on the recently announced License Requirements for Model Aviation, Drones, etc. Please no Politics and similar negativity, as I will hide or delete such posts!
NOTE: This post will remain as a LIVE Document, and will be updated randomly without notice as information and links become available. So continually check back for current information and updates.
We need to look at these changes as an opportunity to figure out what we need to do in order to get the exam written, and your models registered. Let's just concentrate our focus on that... and get everyone certified. If you write and fail - don't fret, you can re-write after 24 hours, and as many times as needed to pass!
We are fortunate to have some Highly Experienced Members with Aviation Backgrounds in this club, as well as a strong and active participating executive. So we will be leaning on them for direction and using their expertise to coordinate an easier transition to this entire endeavor.
Right now - All MAAC members flying Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) outdoors must now have a minimum of a Basic Pilot certificate and comply with all Canadian Aviation Regulations, including Part IX — Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems regulations. You will not be able to fly your models at the field without this license on your person.
The basic exam appears quite doable… as 95% of the club’s activities fall within the Basic Operations Pilot Certificate.
Don Drones On - a very useful link at: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=don+drones+on+
Transport Canada DRONE SAFETY Page https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety
PowerPoint Presentation from Ron Hall and John Ferguson's RPAS Classes in Red Deer Click Here for the PowerPoint
Study from these publications
RPAS 101 – A general knowledge guide for Canadian RPAS pilots This guide has been developed in cooperating with Transport Canada (TC) and Aerial Evolution Association of Canada (AEAC) to provide a general knowledge guide to Canadian RPAS pilots.
Transport Canada Aeronautical Information Manual (TC AIM) (TP 14371) The Transport Canada Aeronautical Information Manual (TC AIM) provides flight crews with a single source for information on rules and procedures for aircraft operation in Canadian airspace. See section on Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
Knowledge Requirements for Pilots of Small Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (TP 15263) This publication highlights the sections of the CARs that are required knowledge for flying drones safely and legally.
The NAV CANADA VFR Phraseology guide is available for download at https://www.navcanada.ca/en/vfr-phraseology.pdf