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We deliver drone pilot training for all RPAS pilots, Basic and Advanced. Our instructors are highly experienced crewed aircraft and Advanced RPAS pilots, with over 30,000 hours of combined commercial, recreational and military flight experience
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Advanced Drone Pilot Training
RPAS Pilot Training Online
RPAS Pilot Training Classroom / In-Person
RPAS Pilot Training Classroom / In-Person
Transport Canada
Registered Education Provider
Audited February 2020
Basic / Advanced RPAS Pilot Training
RPAS Pilot Training Classroom / In-Person
RPAS Pilot Training Classroom / In-Person
RPAS Pilot Training Classroom / In-Person
Transport Canada
Registered Education Provider
Audited February 2020
Basic / Advanced RPAS Pilot Training
Drone Flight Reviews
RPAS Pilot Training Classroom / In-Person
Drone Flight Review Preparation
Transport Canada Certified
Advanced RPAS Flight Review Organization
Audited February 2020
Advanced Pilot Flight Test prior to Certification
Drone Flight Review Preparation
Drone Flight Review Preparation
Drone Flight Review Preparation
Transport Canada Certified
Advanced Flight Reviewer Led
Review of Standard Requirements
Expert Instruction on What-To-Expect
Hands-on Field Practice
Aircraft Basic Flight Training
Drone Flight Review Preparation
Aircraft Basic Flight Training
Transport Canada Certified
Advanced Flight Reviewer Led
Review of Basic Maneuvers and Emergencies
Great for Hobbyists and Basic Pilots
Hands-on Field Practice
Commercial Aircraft Training
Drone Flight Review Preparation
Aircraft Basic Flight Training
Transport Canada Certified
Advanced Flight Reviewer Led
Specific for Inspections, Mapping
Great for Professionals or Companies
Hands-on Field Practice
Value-Added Expert Training
Additional Information
Included with the in-person or online Basic/Advanced RPAS course at no extra cost:
- 360+ full-color electronic workbook, with search enabled
- Site Survey Practice Exercises
- Flight Review Quick-Prep with expert hints and practical field tips
- 3x Advanced RPAS Practice Exams - to boost your knowledge and confidence to pass the Transport Canada Exam
- Lots of additional templates, guides and curated materials to help get you started!
NOW only $325*. SAVE 40% NOW off our in-class course
Next Course Date: Starts ONLINE - sign up anytime!! 24/7
Get started from the comfort of your home, and know that you are 100% fully supported by a qualified Canadian Advanced RPAS instructor/Flight Reviewer who will answer your questions via our secure classroom portal.
Advanced RPAS Course Description
This self-directed, advanced-level RPAS ground school program responds to the CAR Part IX regulatory changes made by Transport Canada in 2019, and industry’s technology shift towards safe, effective, and efficient operations.
This online course is designed to provide the student with all of the federally-required knowledge to become a Advanced RPAS Pilot recognized by Transport Canada, and to legally operate a RPAS in Advanced environments in Canada.
In order to be a legally-recognized Advanced RPAS pilot by Transport Canada, a passing mark on both the Advanced RPAS exam administered by Transport Canada, and an in-person Flight Review, is required to successfully obtain your Advanced RPAS Pilot Permit. Upon successful completion, this course gives the student the required knowledge to write the new, on-line Transport Canada exam.
Additional Information
Student Self-Study Requirements: Approximately 20 hours of self-study outside of the class, in addition to the 24 hours of classroom instruction, is advised to successfully pass the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS exam as well as the in-person Flight Review. Previous experience with RPAS flight is highly recommended.
Included in the cost of the course is a 370+ page, full color digital workbook, in addition to a dozen FREE support and planning materials from Transport Canada and NAV Canada.
The course textbook, Unmanned, is about $90 and is available from Calgary Pilot Supply here. The textbook is highly recommended and referenced often during the course, but not mandatory.
Students are highly encouraged to pick-up a recent copy of the Canada Flight Supplement (CFS) (about $20) and a VNC Terminal Area Chart (VTA) (about $20) for your use at home during the course. Both of these resources can also be purchased at Calgary Pilot Supply. A digital version of the CFS is available for purchase through NAV Canada, or with a subscription to an electronic flight bag (EFB), such as Foreflight. All Advanced RPAS pilots are required under the law to have a recent, valid copy of each of these documents, either paper or digital, so it’s a great idea to get them now and learn to use them during the course.
The cost of the in-person Flight Review is not included in the cost of the course.
* Cost of course includes GST and fees
Important Audit Information
Last Audited by Transport Canada RCE in July 2024
Our Advanced RPAS / Drone training course and Flight Review has been audited by Transport Canada, and meets the TP15263 standard "Knowledge Requirements for Pilots of Small RPAS Operating Within Visual Line of Sight, Less than 25 kg"
What you can expect to learn
Drone Overview
Civil/Commercial and Industrial Applications
Airspace and Law
Aeronautical Navigation
Aviation Meteorology
General Aeronautics Knowledge
Theory of Flight
Flight Instruments
Flight Operations
Human Factors
Aeronautical Radio Operations
Advanced Drone Flight Review
General Information:
This advanced-level RPAS Flight Review is designed for people who have successfully passed their Advanced RPAS exam but still require their Flight Review. The Flight Review adheres to the regulatory changes made by Transport Canada, effective June 1 2019, and industry’s technology shift towards safe, effective, and efficient operations.
This review is designed to validate the Advanced RPAS Pilot-candidate's knowledge of the regulations, and verify the pilot's ability to fly their RPAS in the advanced operational environment.
In order to be a legally-recognized Advanced RPAS pilot by Transport Canada, a passing mark on both the Advanced RPAS exam, and in-person Flight Review, is required to successfully obtain your Advanced RPAS Pilot Permit. Upon successful completion, this review gives the Advanced RPAS Pilot-candidate the required validation of flight skill to Transport Canada, in order to for the candidate to successfully receive their Advanced RPAS Pilot Permit rating
Additional Information
Student Self-Study Requirements: Successfully passed the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS exam, and a valid Transport Canada Certificate of Registration. Students are required to bring their own Safety-Assured drone to the flight review, and be prepared to answer specific questions about their aircraft and its specifications/limitations. Students will also be expected to perform a site survey that meets Transport Canada requirements, in addition to performing a flight with objectives that will be evaluated by the Flight Reviewer and submitted to Transport Canada.
We are also able to administer the Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (ROC-A) credential recognized by Transport Canada and Industry, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada to legally operate a Aeronautical Radio in Canada. This credential is required by NAV Canada to operate in Advanced or Complex flight environments, however it is not mandatory to write the ROC-A exam in order to pass the Flight Review. It is optional only.
The cost of the In-person Flight Review is not included in the cost of our Advanced RPAS course.
Requests for Flight Reviews will be handled on an individual basis. All requests for a flight review are subject to instructor availability, and minimum flight requirements including visual meteorological conditions
What you can expect during the Review.
Review of Pilot Documentation
Review of Normal and Emergency Operating Procedures
Site Survey Review
Controlled Airspace Checklist Review
Review of Pre-Flight Procedures
Flight Control Evaluation
Review of Post-Flight Procedures
Value-Added Drone Expert Review
Additional Information
Included with in-person Flight Review Exam at no extra cost:
- Candidate Q&A and coaching prior to the exam
- Open, relaxed and transparent review process
- Detailed expert feedback post-review
- Post Flight Review Support
Advanced Drone Flight Preparation
General Information:
This drone Flight Review Preparation is designed for people who have successfully passed their Advanced RPAS exam but still require their Flight Review. It is for prospective pilots who require additional training with the Transport Canada requirements, such as normal and emergency operating procedures and controlled airspace checklists and protocols. The Flight Review Preparation course adheres to the regulatory changes made by Transport Canada, effective June 1 2019, and industry’s technology shift towards safe, effective, and efficient operations.
This course is designed to ensure the Advanced RPAS Pilot-candidate's is prepared to verify their ability to fly their RPAS in an advanced operational environment.
Additional Information
Student Self-Study Requirements: Successfully passed the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS exam, and a valid Transport Canada Certificate of Registration. Students are required to bring their own Safety-Assured drone to the class, and will learn to answer specific questions about their aircraft and its specifications/limitations. Students will also learn to perform a site survey that meets Transport Canada requirements, in addition to practicing a flight with objectives that will be constructively reviewed by the Flight Reviewer
We are also able to administer the Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (ROC-A) credential recognized by Transport Canada and Industry, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada to legally operate a Aeronautical Radio in Canada. This credential is required by NAV Canada to operate in Advanced or Complex flight environments, however it is not mandatory to write the ROC-A exam. It is optional only.
The cost of the Flight Review Preparation is not included in the cost of our Advanced RPAS course.
The cost of the Flight Review Preparation is not included in the cost of the Advanced Flight Review.
What you can expect during the Prep.
Review of Pilot Documentation
What types of documents do you need to have, what is a GC Key and why is it important to ensure your address is correct
Review of Normal and Emergency Operating Procedures
How to locate, validate and create yourdrone aircraft SOP's
Site Survey Review
What are the required elements of a Site Survey, and why this is the most important step of all
Controlled Airspace Checklist Review
All required data elements for interfacing with NAV Canada to fly your drone in controlled airspace
Review of Pre-Flight Procedures
Review of equipment set-up, site selections and safety steps prior to launch
Flight Control Evaluation
Review of flight to ensure safe, stable, cruising speed maintain with control of the aircraft through all phases of flight
Review of Post-Flight Procedures
Review of the steps that must be taken before the Review can be considered completed