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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2025 · 27 MIN

S2E18 - Who’s Watching Your Drone? How Transport Canada Oversees RPAS Pilots (and What They Look For)

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In Season 2, Episode 18 of Sky Commander Academy, we shine a light on the other side of your drone operations — Transport Canada’s oversight role. If you’re flying Advanced missions or building a professional RPAS program, understanding how Transport Canada monitors, inspects, and enforces RPAS compliance is essential.This episode helps you prepare for that oversight — so when (not if) Transport Canada comes calling, your documentation and practices are ready.You’ll learn:The different types of oversight activities Transport Canada uses to monitor RPAS pilots and operatorsWhat triggers an inspection, audit, or investigation — and what you can expect during the processThe role of flight logs, maintenance records, site assessments, and operational procedures in demonstrating complianceHow to prepare your RPAS operations to withstand scrutiny and pass oversight with flying coloursReal-world examples of oversight actions and lessons learned from Canadian operatorsWhether you’re a solo pilot or managing a large drone program, this episode ensures you stay on Transport Canada’s good side — and out of the enforcement spotlight.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🌐 SkyCommander.ca#RPASCanada #SkyCommander #TransportCanada #RPASOversight #DroneCompliance #AdvancedRPAS #DronePilot #RPASAudit #DroneRegulations #RPASExamPrep #DroneOperations

In Season 2, Episode 18 of Sky Commander Academy, we shine a light on the other side of your drone operations — Transport Canada’s oversight role. If you’re flying Advanced missions or building a professional RPAS program, understanding how Transport Canada monitors, inspects, and enforces RPAS compliance is essential.This episode helps you prepare for that oversight — so when (not if) Transport Canada comes calling, your documentation and practices are ready.You’ll learn:The different types of oversight activities Transport Canada uses to monitor RPAS pilots and operatorsWhat triggers an inspection, audit, or investigation — and what you can expect during the processThe role of flight logs, maintenance records, site assessments, and operational procedures in demonstrating complianceHow to prepare your RPAS operations to withstand scrutiny and pass oversight with flying coloursReal-world examples of oversight actions and lessons learned from Canadian operatorsWhether you’re a solo pilot or managing a large drone program, this episode ensures you stay on Transport Canada’s good side — and out of the enforcement spotlight.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🌐 SkyCommander.ca#RPASCanada #SkyCommander #TransportCanada #RPASOversight #DroneCompliance #AdvancedRPAS #DronePilot #RPASAudit #DroneRegulations #RPASExamPrep #DroneOperations

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