Prepare for higher-complexity RPAS operations.
Advanced training for pilots and organizations developing the systems, procedures and judgment required for Level 1 Complex operations.
Complex operations demand a complete system
Operational Planning
Mission objectives, roles, environment and regulatory pathway.
SORA & Risk
Structured ground and air risk assessment with defensible mitigations.
Technical Readiness
Aircraft, command-and-control, containment and system limitations.
Crew Performance
Briefings, communications, abnormal procedures and evidence-based decisions.
$2,000 plus applicable taxes
Level 1 Complex Operations Training includes required instructor-led ground school, five shared instructor-led practical hours addressing complex and eligible BVLOS operations, and preparation for the Transport Canada Level 1 Complex examination and flight review. These are shared hours, not five individual hours per student.
The required Level 1 Complex flight review is available separately for $500 plus applicable taxes.
- CPA requires a valid Advanced Operations pilot certificate for enrolment
- Transport Canada examination, certificate and government fees are additional
- Practical training uses CPA-supplied RPAS; personally owned drones cannot be used
- Certification requires applicable ground-school, examination, flight-review and other Transport Canada requirements; course completion alone does not authorize operations
Practical training takes place at a CPA-approved site selected for weather, airspace, equipment and operations. Dates depend on instructor, equipment, facility and site availability. Request cancellation or rescheduling in writing: seven or more calendar days allows one complimentary change; 72 hours to seven days may incur an administrative fee; less than 72 hours or a no-show may forfeit the session and further training may be charged. Exceptions require CPA approval. CPA reschedules safety or operational postponements without a fee.
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