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To help you succeed as a drone pilot in Canada.

TRANSPORT CANADA REGULATIONS

In Canada, the official term for drone is RPAS, or Remotely Piloted Aircraft System. All governing regulations for both BASIC and ADVANCED certifications can be found through the Canadian Aviation Regulations.

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RPAS WILCO APP
Free app for all RPAS pilots. You can generate site surveys, submit flight authorization requests, take advantage of standardized checklists, and utilize the built in flight log and ASR functions. Official NAV Canada distributor.
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RPAS FLIGHT AUTHORIZATION REQUEST FORM
All operations in controlled airspace require NAV Canada approval which can be obtained through this form. If you have RPAS Wilco, you can generate a site survey for your mission and submit the request directly through the app.
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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR RPAS OPERATIONS

Would you know what to do if you encounter an emergency while operating a drone? You can face up to $3000 for putting aircraft and people at risk. We’ve made a comprehensive checklist for you to handle emergencies.

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STANDARDIZED CHECKLIST FOR RPAS OPERATIONS

Whether you are a hobbyist or looking to go pro, a solid understanding of the operating procedures is key. While each drone is made slightly differently, we have a generic procedure you can follow to safely operate them.

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RPAS OPERATIONS BRIEFING GUIDELINES

Commercial pilots brief their flight before they take-off, and you should too. We’ve consolidated the key points so you are up to speed with briefing procedures.

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SECURITY PLANS FOR RPAS OPERATIONS

Transport Canada requires all basic and advanced drone pilots to exercise extreme caution while operating an RPAS or face penalties up to $3000. We have made a clear and concise plan that you can follow

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