EPISODE · May 29, 2025 · 18 MIN
S2E6 -Ignore This and You’re Flying a Liability: RPAS Maintenance Rules Every Advanced Pilot Must Follow
from Sky Commander Academy · host SkyCommander.ca
In Season 2, Episode 6 of Sky Commander Academy, we get into one of the most overlooked — and legally critical — parts of advanced drone operations: maintenance and system checks. Whether you're flying solo or managing a fleet, failing to document or perform proper maintenance can ground your drone, void your insurance, or lead to non-compliance with Transport Canada regulations.This episode gives you a clear, practical framework for keeping your aircraft in top condition — and your operations audit-proof.You’ll learn:What Transport Canada expects from RPAS pilots when it comes to maintenance and pre/post-flight checksThe difference between routine checks, preventive maintenance, and corrective actionsHow to document your work in a maintenance logbook that meets compliance standardsTips for setting up a repeatable maintenance schedule across multiple dronesWhat to check before every flight — and what NOT to ignore when something seems "off"Whether you’re working toward your Advanced RPAS Certificate or already flying commercial missions, this episode helps you build the habits and systems of a true aviation professional.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🌐 SkyCommander.ca#RPASCanada #SkyCommander #DroneMaintenance #DroneSafetyChecks #TransportCanada #AdvancedRPAS #RPASCompliance #PreFlightCheck #DronePilot #RPASExamPrep #MaintenanceLogbook
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In Season 2, Episode 6 of Sky Commander Academy, we get into one of the most overlooked — and legally critical — parts of advanced drone operations: maintenance and system checks. Whether you're flying solo or managing a fleet, failing to document or perform proper maintenance can ground your drone, void your insurance, or lead to non-compliance with Transport Canada regulations.This episode gives you a clear, practical framework for keeping your aircraft in top condition — and your operations audit-proof.You’ll learn:What Transport Canada expects from RPAS pilots when it comes to maintenance and pre/post-flight checksThe difference between routine checks, preventive maintenance, and corrective actionsHow to document your work in a maintenance logbook that meets compliance standardsTips for setting up a repeatable maintenance schedule across multiple dronesWhat to check before every flight — and what NOT to ignore when something seems "off"Whether you’re working toward your Advanced RPAS Certificate or already flying commercial missions, this episode helps you build the habits and systems of a true aviation professional.🎧 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms🌐 SkyCommander.ca#RPASCanada #SkyCommander #DroneMaintenance #DroneSafetyChecks #TransportCanada #AdvancedRPAS #RPASCompliance #PreFlightCheck #DronePilot #RPASExamPrep #MaintenanceLogbook
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S2E6 -Ignore This and You’re Flying a Liability: RPAS Maintenance Rules Every Advanced Pilot Must Follow
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