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Transport Canada simplifies SUAS operational framework
Steps have been taken to simplify regulations on the use of small UAS (SUAS) in Canadian airspace, with Transport Canada announcing changes to the regulatory framework for UAS under 25kg on 5 November.
At the Unmanned Systems Canada conference in Montréal, Transport Canada announced two exemptions that will simplify SUAS operations and assist with the safe integration of UAS into Canadian airspace.
UAVs under 2kg will not require a Special Flight Operations Certificate for commercial operations. UAS under 25kg will also be exempt from requiring a Special Flight Operations Certificate for certain operations; operators will be required to check on Transport Canada’s website to determine if the new exemptions apply to them.
Under the new framework, operators will continue to be required to respect specific safety conditions, including requirements to operate within visual line-of-sight, maximum altitudes and away from built-up areas and aerodromes.
In addition, Transport Canada is simplifying the application process and reducing the time it takes to issue Special Flight Operations Certificates for larger UAS operators.
Unmanned Systems Canada, which works with Transport Canada and the aviation industry on UAS regulatory matters, called the changes a very positive move, balancing safety with practicality and owner responsibility.
Stewart Baillie, chairman, Unmanned Systems Canada, said: ‘This approach will dramatically improve the ability for Canadian business to safely make use of this extremely capable technology while substantially reducing the time it takes to get authorizations for more complex operations.
‘Coupled with the safety awareness campaign announced two weeks ago, I believe that Canada now has one of the most effective and progressive UAS regulatory framework in the world.’
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