EPISODE · May 12, 2025 · 18 MIN
Episode 17 - Skip This Step and You Could Lose Your Drone: The Pre-Flight Routine That Saves Missions
from Sky Commander Academy · host SkyCommander.ca
In Episode 17 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the pre-flight steps that every smart drone pilot follows — and that careless pilots ignore at their own risk. From site assessments to airspace coordination, this episode gives you the full rundown on how to plan like a pro and fly with confidence.It’s not just best practice — it’s what Transport Canada expects for safe, legal RPAS operations.You’ll learn:How to conduct a proper site assessment, including weather, terrain, and obstacle checksWhat to do with NOTAMs and when to coordinate with NAV CANADA before a flightHow to build and follow a flight plan and pre-flight checklist that keeps you compliant and crash-freeKey elements you’ll see on the Basic RPAS Certificate exam — and in real-world opsIf you’ve ever rushed a launch or skipped a checklist, this episode is your wake-up call.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🌐 SkyCommander.ca#RPASCanada #SkyCommander #DronePilot #PreFlightChecklist #SiteAssessment #NAVCANADA #DroneFlightPlanning #RPASExamPrep #BasicRPASCertificate #NOTAMs
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In Episode 17 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the pre-flight steps that every smart drone pilot follows — and that careless pilots ignore at their own risk. From site assessments to airspace coordination, this episode gives you the full rundown on how to plan like a pro and fly with confidence.It’s not just best practice — it’s what Transport Canada expects for safe, legal RPAS operations.You’ll learn:How to conduct a proper site assessment, including weather, terrain, and obstacle checksWhat to do with NOTAMs and when to coordinate with NAV CANADA before a flightHow to build and follow a flight plan and pre-flight checklist that keeps you compliant and crash-freeKey elements you’ll see on the Basic RPAS Certificate exam — and in real-world opsIf you’ve ever rushed a launch or skipped a checklist, this episode is your wake-up call.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🌐 SkyCommander.ca#RPASCanada #SkyCommander #DronePilot #PreFlightChecklist #SiteAssessment #NAVCANADA #DroneFlightPlanning #RPASExamPrep #BasicRPASCertificate #NOTAMs
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Episode 17 - Skip This Step and You Could Lose Your Drone: The Pre-Flight Routine That Saves Missions
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