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Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433)

Regulations are current to 2026-06-21 and last amended on 2026-06-17. Previous Versions

 A pilot of a remotely piloted aircraft shall, before commencing a flight,

  • (a) ensure that there is a sufficient amount of fuel or energy for safe completion of the flight;

  • (b) ensure that each crew member, before acting as a crew member, has been instructed

    • (i) with respect to the duties that the crew member is to perform, and

    • (ii) on the location and use of any emergency equipment associated with the operation of the remotely piloted aircraft system; and

  • (c) determine the maximum distance from the pilot the aircraft can travel without endangering aviation safety or the safety of any person.

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