Yearly Archives: 2017

 Update 17/11/17: On November 17 2017, Transport Canada issued a new SFOC to expand the area of operation to the rest of Canada. Consequently, Arpentage Parleciel becomes one of the first companies, if not the first company, to obtain a compliant SFOC valid in all Canadian provinces and territories.  Transport […]

The first compliant SFOC issued in Quebec – Upadate 17/11/17

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Last July, Transport Canada published the outline of what could be the new regulation regarding the use of UAVs operated within visual range in Canada. The new regulation framework is based on the weight of the aircraft and the complexity of the operation instead of the type of operation (recreational […]

Summary of new drone regulation

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Research on the impacts of a collision between a drone and a human being are progressing in the United States. Indeed, several american universities and research centres are carrying out tests in order to know in which measure a collision between a person and a drone can cause wounds, or […]

Testing collisions between drones and humans

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Interim Order March 16, 2017, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport introduced a measure to prevent the reckless use of drones that is putting the safety of Canadians at risk. This Interim Order regarding the use of model aircrafts, including recreational drones, is taking effect immediately and will remain in […]

New rules for recreational drones

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Transport Canada published a document, the TP 15263, describing the knowledge a drone pilot is required to possess to be considered compliant. Transport Canada strongly encourages operators to receive a training covering all the subjects contained in this publication.

Knowledge Requirements for Drone Pilots

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SI 623-001 The Staff Instruction No. 623-001 is a document published for Transport Canada inspectors that guides them in the review and processing of an application for Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) of a drone. However, this document was made available to the public so that applicants can make more […]

SI 623-001 from Transport Canada

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Exemptions Some drone operators whom may wish to operate light UAVs away from the built-up areas and at a safe distance from aerodromes can, in certain cases, benefit from the exemptions to articles 602.41 and 603.66 of the CARs. These exemptions allow an operator whom meets all their requirements to operate without having to obtain an […]

Exemptions to fly a drone without SFOC

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Regulations The CARs are very clear regarding drones, obtaining a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) is mandatory and Transport Canada will deliver one to any operator whom submits his application in the form and the manner required. The following CARs articles clearly states it: 602.41 No person shall operate an unmanned air vehicle in flight except […]

Drones in Canadian Aviation Regulations

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