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Level 1 Complex Operations
Ground School & Flight Review
The Level 1 Complex training course fulfills the 20 hours of ground school requirement as per the new Transport Canada regulations. This certification is mandatory for those flying drones in complex environments or conducting BVLOS operations in low density population areas, allowing them to expand their operations in the growing drone industry. The scenario-driven conversations and training ensure you don’t just tick regulatory boxes but can execute complex drone missions with confidence and precision.
Your in‑person flight review is the final step toward becoming a certified Level 1 Complex Operations pilot. You will be expected to present a complete mission plan for a specific scenario provided by the reviewers. During the evaluation session you’ll fly a series of realistic mission profiles, all designed to test your judgment, risk mitigation, and mastery of Transport Canada’s detect-and-avoid requirements.
The review is conducted by a Transport Canada–certified flight reviewer.
Our integration service provides end-to-end training, documentation, and regulatory support to fast-track your transition to compliant BVLOS missions under Transport Canada’s new L1C standards. From customized instructor-led ground school and theory exam preparation to SOP development, RPAS Operator Certificate assistance, risk assessments, Detect and Avoid system integration, and hands-on scenario simulation and field exercises, we ensure a seamless, low-risk upgrade to advanced drone operations.
What is Complex about a Level 1 Complex Operation?
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RPAS Operator Certificate (RPOC)
Taking on Level 1 Complex operations means obtaining and operating under an RPOC, which makes the accountable executive legally responsible for every aspect of the operation—from standard operating procedures to emergency response—regardless of company size
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Beyond Visual Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) Flight Planning
This is arguably the most significant aspect. Operating a drone BVLOS introduces a fundamentally different set of risks and requires a much higher level of planning and technology. Unlike VLOS (Visual Line-of-Sight) operations where the pilot can see the drone, BVLOS relies entirely on technology for navigation, situational awareness, and collision avoidance.
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Detect and Avoid (DAA) Systems and Procedures
Since the pilot cannot see other air traffic, they must rely on technological solutions to detect and avoid other aircraft. DAA systems can include a variety of technologies, such as ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) receivers, onboard radar, or visual sensors.