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TRANSPORT CANADA BASIC
DRONE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS 2026
What is the minimum age requirement to operate a drone in Canada for basic
operations? - correct-answer - 14 years old
What are the different categories of drones based on weight in Canada? - correct-
answer - Micro (<250g), Small (250g - 2kg), Medium (2-25kg)
What is the maximum altitude allowed for basic drone operations in uncontrolled
airspace? - correct-answer - 122 meters (400 feet) AGL
Under what conditions can you fly a drone closer than 30 meters (100 feet) to
people? - correct-answer - If the person participates and gives consent
What are the visual line-of-sight requirements for drone operations? - correct-
answer - Must be able to see the drone with your own eyes (not through a device)
at all times
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Define "controlled airspace" and explain the restrictions on drone operations in
such areas. - correct-answer - Controlled airspace is airspace where air traffic
control (ATC) services are provided. Drone operations in controlled airspace
require permission from ATC.
What are "no-fly zones" and where can you find information about them? -
correct-answer - No-fly zones are areas where drone operations are prohibited or
restricted. Information can be found on Nav Canada's website and mobile apps.
What information should you provide to ATC when requesting permission to
operate a drone? - correct-answer - Call sign, aircraft type (drone), location,
altitude, intentions.
What is the purpose of a NOTAM, and how can it affect your drone flight? -
correct-answer - Notice to Air Missions: Provides critical information about
airspace changes, hazards, or restrictions.
Explain the concept of "human factors" and their impact on drone safety. -
correct-answer - Human factors like fatigue, stress, distraction can affect decision-
making and drone operation safety.
What are the privacy considerations when operating a drone? - correct-answer -
Respect people's privacy, avoid flying over private property without permission,
and comply with local privacy laws.
TRANSPORT CANADA BASIC
DRONE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS 2026
What is the minimum age requirement to operate a drone in Canada for basic
operations? - correct-answer - 14 years old
What are the different categories of drones based on weight in Canada? - correct-
answer - Micro (<250g), Small (250g - 2kg), Medium (2-25kg)
What is the maximum altitude allowed for basic drone operations in uncontrolled
airspace? - correct-answer - 122 meters (400 feet) AGL
Under what conditions can you fly a drone closer than 30 meters (100 feet) to
people? - correct-answer - If the person participates and gives consent
What are the visual line-of-sight requirements for drone operations? - correct-
answer - Must be able to see the drone with your own eyes (not through a device)
at all times
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Define "controlled airspace" and explain the restrictions on drone operations in
such areas. - correct-answer - Controlled airspace is airspace where air traffic
control (ATC) services are provided. Drone operations in controlled airspace
require permission from ATC.
What are "no-fly zones" and where can you find information about them? -
correct-answer - No-fly zones are areas where drone operations are prohibited or
restricted. Information can be found on Nav Canada's website and mobile apps.
What information should you provide to ATC when requesting permission to
operate a drone? - correct-answer - Call sign, aircraft type (drone), location,
altitude, intentions.
What is the purpose of a NOTAM, and how can it affect your drone flight? -
correct-answer - Notice to Air Missions: Provides critical information about
airspace changes, hazards, or restrictions.
Explain the concept of "human factors" and their impact on drone safety. -
correct-answer - Human factors like fatigue, stress, distraction can affect decision-
making and drone operation safety.
What are the privacy considerations when operating a drone? - correct-answer -
Respect people's privacy, avoid flying over private property without permission,
and comply with local privacy laws.
