RPAS Basic Drone Practice Test
Free · 140 Questions.

Question 1

What weight range of remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS / drones) is governed by Part IX of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)?

• A. Drones weighing between 250 grams up to and including 25 kilograms.
• B. Drones weighing under 250 grams (micro-drones) under standard Canadian operating guidelines.
• C. Commercial aircraft weighing over 25 kilograms up to 150 kilograms.
• D. Any unmanned toy aircraft regardless of weight as defined by the governing regulatory authority.

Explanation: CARs Part IX specifically regulates all small remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) with a maximum takeoff weight from 250 grams up to and including 25 kg.

Question 2

Which operating conditions define a 'Basic' drone operation under Transport Canada regulations?

• A. Flying in controlled airspace (Class C) within 5 meters of people with a standard drone pursuant to the applicable statutory requirements.
• B. Flying in uncontrolled airspace (Class G), at least 30 meters (100 ft) away from bystanders, and NEVER over bystanders.
• C. Flying directly over outdoor sporting events and public festivals below 50 feet in compliance with official certification standards.
• D. Flying inside airport control zones with verbal tower clearance in accordance with applicable Canadian safety standards.

Explanation: Basic operations require: 1. Uncontrolled airspace (Class G), 2. More than 30m (100 ft) horizontal distance from bystanders, and 3. Never flying over bystanders.

Question 3

What is the minimum distance a Basic drone pilot must maintain from certified airports and military aerodromes?

• A. At least 1.9 kilometers (1 nautical mile) from the center of the aerodrome.
• B. At least 5.6 kilometers (3 nautical miles) from the center of the aerodrome.
• C. At least 10 kilometers (5.4 nautical miles) from the perimeter fence.
• D. At least 500 meters from the runway centerline under established compliance and safety protocols.

Explanation: Under CARs 901.47, no pilot shall operate an RPAS within 5.6 km (3 nautical miles) of the center of an airport or military aerodrome unless authorized.

Question 4

What is the maximum legal altitude limit for flying an RPAS in Canada under standard regulations?

• A. 60 meters (200 feet) above sea level (ASL).
• B. 300 meters (1,000 feet) above ground level (AGL).
• C. 122 meters (400 feet) above ground level (AGL).
• D. There is no altitude limit in uncontrolled Class G airspace.

Explanation: Under CARs 901.25, the maximum allowable altitude is 122 meters (400 feet) above ground level (AGL), unless inspecting a structure within 60m horizontally.