RPAS Advanced Operations Practice Test
Free · 140 Questions.

Question 1

Under CAR 900.01, what operating weight range defines a small remotely piloted aircraft in Canada?

• A. An operating weight of at least 250 g but not more than 25 kg.
• B. An operating weight of at least 500 g but not more than 35 kg.
• C. An operating weight of at least 100 g but not more than 15 kg.
• D. An operating weight of at least 250 g but not more than 50 kg.

Explanation: CAR 900.01 defines a small remotely piloted aircraft as one with an operating weight (the weight at any point in flight, including payload) of at least 250 g but not more than 25 kg. A medium RPA is more than 25 kg but not more than 150 kg.

Question 2

Which operational environment explicitly requires a pilot to hold an Advanced Pilot Certificate rather than a Basic Certificate?

• A. Operating within Class G uncontrolled airspace beneath three hundred feet AGL.
• B. Operating within Class C, Class D, or Class E controlled airspace environments.
• C. Operating over private rural agricultural acreage without non-participating bystanders.
• D. Operating beyond three nautical miles from any certified aerodrome or public heliport.

Explanation: Operating within controlled airspace (Class C, D, or E) or within 30 metres of bystanders is classified as an Advanced Operation under CAR 901.62.

Question 3

Under CAR 901.55, what is the minimum age required for an individual to obtain a Basic Pilot Certificate?

• A. Sixteen years of age on the date of application for the basic certificate.
• B. Eighteen years of age on the date of application for the basic certificate.
• C. Fourteen years of age on the date of application for the basic certificate.
• D. Twelve years of age on the date of application for the basic certificate.

Explanation: Under CAR 901.55, an applicant for a Basic RPAS certificate must be at least 14 years old. (Advanced requires at least 16 years old under CAR 901.64).

Question 4

Under CAR 901.25, what is the standard maximum altitude ceiling for an RPAS above ground level (AGL)?

• A. Three hundred feet (91 metres) AGL under standard visual conditions.
• B. Five hundred feet (152 metres) AGL unless a restricted area applies.
• C. Six hundred feet (183 metres) AGL for registered commercial aircraft.
• D. Four hundred feet (122 metres) AGL unless authorized by SFOC.

Explanation: CAR 901.25(1) limits an RPA to 400 feet (122 m) AGL, or to 100 feet (30 m) above a building or structure when operating within 200 feet (61 m) horizontally of it. A higher altitude requires an SFOC-RPAS or, in controlled airspace, an authorization from the air traffic services provider (CAR 901.71(2)).

Question 5

Which agency is responsible for issuing RPAS flight authorization within Class C, D, and E controlled airspace in Canada?

• A. Transport Canada via the national civil aviation reporting system.
• B. NAV CANADA via their authorized airspace RPAS authorization process.
• C. The local municipal airport authority controlling terminal grounds.
• D. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police aviation security detachment.

Explanation: CAR 901.71(1) prohibits operating an RPA in controlled airspace under advanced operations unless an authorization has been issued by the provider of air traffic services (NAV CANADA, generally through NAV Drone).