Excellent video Don... thanks. Given that I have over 50 rc airplanes, this process will cost me over $250... yikes. Can't I just get a single number to identify me and put it on all my planes?
But...but...that would be too reasonable! Two suggestions: just register the ones you fly. You don't have to register the ones hanging up on display! Or consider joining a MAAC club.
Huh? Wait. Ya hafta register if your drone weighs between 250g - 25kg. Yet at 3:50 one can select "lighter than air"? And you can choose to specify a maximum takeoff weight of less than 250g, or more than 25kg? Why would anyone do that??
Ha! The 'lighter than air' option went right over my head! (sorry...bad drone joke). But, yeah...why are 25Kg even options??!! Maybe they give you warnings/errors if you choose them?? I didn't explore all these dark corners of this site. It was so clearly designed by a team TOTALLY disconnected from the rest of the program...just the term 'Drone' all over it (including on the certificates, btw). And these aircraft 'types' are different than the ones NAV CANADA calls for on their flight authorizations btw. ALSO btw, who ever came up with the term "rotary wing" for the MOST COMMON type of drone?!?! And what's a 'hybrid'? Sorry for the rant....
I'm sorry too. I do VERY much appreciate all of the hard work you put into producing every one of your helpful videos! I've learned tons of useful stuff from you. But I still haven't bothered to register my Phantom or any of my R/C planes or do any of TC's tests. I used to have a Private Pilot's Licence with a Night Rating, so I know I should be able to study and pass the drone test. But every time I look at any of TC's drone nonsense it makes me go grrrrrrrr. I shelved the Phantom and my model planes and instead bought a 249 gram Mavic Mini. Why does TC talk about maximum takeoff WEIGHT instead of MASS? You could legally fly an enormous R/C Hindenburg Zeppelin with a mass of one ton as long as you could fill it with enough helium to make it buoyant so its max takeoff WEIGHT is "lighter-than-air". Don't they know the difference between mass and weight?
I'm thinking Hybrid is something with rotary wing vertical takeoff capability that then transitions to fixed wing flight. But why differentiate at all? They've already lumped everything together as an RPAS, even if they still insist on calling them drones.
@@Zbip57 I really like the idea of a one-ton zeppelin RPAS! That said, TC would/could probably argue that grams are technically measures of mass, not weight, and hence they actually got it right. Our common language of what something 'weighs' would likely ground the Hindenburg 2.
Hi Morgan! You do not need to register a drone under 250g, but there are a FEW rules you need to follow. This video explains it all, using the Mini 4 Pro as an example: ruclips.net/video/pvngZ9fVQIQ/видео.html
Hi Lyan, 'foreign pilots' need to have an approved SFOC (Special Flight Operations Certificate) to fly a drone over 250g in Canada. Here's where to apply (and good luck...): tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety/drone-pilot-licensing/get-permission-special-drone-operations
Hi I am permanent resident of Canada, When I tried to register my drone, It shows "Foreign residents may not register a drone in Canada, but may operate a drone with a pilot certificate and a Special Flight Operations Certificate" - How can I register as I am in PR status?
You need to go through the Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) process: tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety/drone-pilot-licensing/get-permission-special-drone-operations/get-permission-fly-drone-foreign-pilot-operator
Hi Don, I have 250g which is Air 2. So Can i register and fly as a temporary resident in Canada? Or Do i need to get basic pilot exam? I would appreciate if you can answer me regarding that. Thank you.
You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to fly a drone over 250g in Canada. You can fly a drone under 250g without registering or having a pilot cert. Otherwise you need to apply for an SFOC.
Hi don, i am about to purchase a more than 250grams of drone, do you i need a pilot license aswell or just a register of my drone? it will be just my hubby not commercial use. Thanks
Hi John! Assuming you are in Canada, to fly a drone over 250g requires that the drone be registered (easy!) AND at least a Basic RPAS Pilot Certificate. The rules are the same for recreational or commercial use. This video provides a great overview: ruclips.net/video/BJfu6fIHyVw/видео.html I have complete training material for pilot certification on my channel.
You need at least a Basic Drone Pilot Certificate to fly a drone over 250g. Here is a great introduction to Canadian drone rules: ruclips.net/video/BJfu6fIHyVw/видео.html
Hi Richard! If you are flying a drone over 250g (take off weight), yes you need to have at least a Basic Operations RPAS Pilot certificate. And yes, you also need to register any drone over 250g. I have a study guide and many other videos on this subject.
@@MrTechGamer2000 Richard specifically asked if he added accessories to the Mini...anything would put it over 250g. And BTW, many people have registered their Mini's for exactly that reason.
Nice video!! Thanks a lot!! I am moving to Canada in a couple of days and I was thinking about bring me drone with me. This video is almost one year is there any update of register my drone is the only thing that I have to do? Thanks a lot You got my like!
Welcome to Canada, Eloy! Where are you moving from? Regarding drone regulations, I have a LOT of videos about the regulations. You probably want to start with this one: ruclips.net/video/BJfu6fIHyVw/видео.html
@@DonJoyce Hey!! Thanks for your reply. I am moving from Spain. I will be in Banff for a while (I know I can't fly drone there) but I will try move around Canada during my visa! Thanks for share this info! Thats very helpfull
Hi Peter! You can get your RPAS Pilot Certification either before or after registering your drone...they are independent. But you need to have done both before flying a drone over 250g. Sounds like your JJRC x9p is over 250g.
Hi Jake! I'm afraid you are out of luck. Unless you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, you cannot register your drone. BTW, I asked Transport Canada about this back in October 2019, and they said they were working on it...sigh.
Hi Don, apologies if this has been asked elsewhere, but I'm planning to register my sub 250 gram drone only because with some attachments/accessories it will have a higher maximum take-off weight that puts it in the 'Basic' category. Do I select "250 grams up to and including 25 kilograms" on the form (even though my drone is a sub 250 gram drone without the attachments)? Also, I will take the exam for the same reason.
Hi Doug, this video explains how to register a 'heavy' sub250g drone, amongst other things I talk about: ruclips.net/video/tKFFQa2cJbw/видео.html . That said, you may want to reconsider whatever accessories you are adding....do you really need them????
@@DonJoyce Thank you for your excellent videos, I have now just completed the online Basic examination and am now certified (scored 80%), and I know I couldn't have done it without your excellent tutorials and advice. The accessories above include the propeller guides/cages, bringing my sub 250g drone up to almost 300g. And, yes, you're right, do I really need them? I would say they give me more confidence in my flights, I just now need to ensure I'm in the correct airspace (...I can't fly in my 'class E' airspace anymore with the propeller guards on, but if I remove them, I'm good to go!)😂
At the risk of sounding like I'm trying to sell you something, Doug, Drone Pilot Canada (yes, the app I sell) will give you a tremendous amount of confidence about the airspace, temporary no-fly-zones (NOTAMs), and other restrictions that most other web sites and apps will not provide right in your hand.
Hi Dom, thanks so much for all the videos. I just passed my test yesterday! Just wanna ask: I’m planning to split a drone with a friend who also has a basic license. Wondering if we can both fly a registered drone? Can you fly any drone that is registered, even if it’s not to your name?
Hi Don, once registered, do I need to do anything when every time I fly it? I mean notify the local agency that I am going to fly the drone at a certain date and time? Or the registration is just a one-time thing, after registered it, I can use the drone whenever I want to use it without notifying anyone. Thank you.
Hi Jie! In general, you do not need to notify anyone of your flights, unless you are flying in controlled airspace or near a certified airport or heliport. In those cases, you need prior authorization...and an Advanced pilot certificate.
What do your mean 'your drone' ? - if you have one or two that's ok, but most areomodelers have a dozen or more RC planes ? Regardleвв of the cost what a chore, if it's accountability they want, why not have the operator/pilot details on the model !. I guess that's bureaucracy for you !
Well, I totally agree with you. I recommend having your name and phone number on your drone(s). Somebody MAY phone you if they find a lost machine, but they are very unlikely to bother trying to figure out what to do with some meaningless string of numbers. And yes, I get it with the 'fleet' problem.
And what about the requirements of 9.48 to keep records of dates and times you go out to fly model aeroplanes, keep for 12 months, and records of modiifications and repairs for 24 months, maybe a flight diary is doable, but if you tell the truth about mods/ repairs for model planes, and you have a few of them, then that is one mass of paperwork - for what ? I don't get it, if some 'enforcement agency' checks your plane and you don't have the registration certificate, and that's not "permanently" fixed on it then you are at their discretion and liable to a fine, but you say it's ok not to bother ?. Name address, phone no. Is OK for MAAC but if I want to fly for example, slope soaring, then I'm going to have to comply, fortunately I only have a few slope planes. And what about sec 901.49 1c, an accident report including an analysis if you damage your model, and also for keep for 12 months. Some of this stuff has been lifted from full size regs without much, if any, thought. I'll be up all night writing reports if I took it seriously ! That's the problem, once you Iet silliness get into a system of regulation it destroys it's credibility from within, and destroys the real purpose, leaving just indifferent compliance as the goal.
To be clear, I did not say 'not to bother' registering your drone. I said that having your name and phone number on it is probably more useful. Yes, the maintenance records and SO many other bits of nonsense in the rules need to be changed, and the Drone Pilot Association of Canada is working with TC to do that. In the meantime, you should follow the rules to the best of your ability. In the case of maintenance records, clearly you need to use judgement in terms of what is written down. Personally, I wouldn't write down 'cleaned crud off the rotors', but would note a firmware upgrade...just as examples. The Drone Pilot Canada app was specifically created to take a LOT of the pain out of the bureaucratic parts of the rules.
@@DonJoyce OK I guess who is 'bothering' is up for grabs but like evergone involved in this you are obsessed with quadcopters. These rules are primarily suitable for quadcopters. Model airplanes are not the same cannot follow the same flightpath, are not used for video observation for obvious reasons, although FPV is possible it cannot be done without an observer for practical reasons, ie the aircraft is always moving and does not have hover ability. They require a runway for take off and landing so cannot be flown in the same environments as quadcopters. The list of differences is long but, even you, talk about RPAS as if they are all the same. I have hardly seen anything 'aeronautical' about quadcopters, aerodynamic theory is out, modelling of scale aircraft is out, conventional aircraft control and manouvers are out, in short, quadcopters need to be treated separately, and devotees like yourself need to start flying fixed wing model planes so that you understand before you lump all RPAS together in the same pot. Yes, i do have a quadcopter, fortunately I didn't spend much on it, tried it, don't have any use for it, and it sits on the shelf.
Hey Don, I'm new to drone and I just bought the Mavic Mini a few weeks ago. I'd like to register the drone but I'll always keep my drone below 250g. It doesn't allow me to pick 'Under 250g' and the only option is to pick between the '250g - 25kg' category. Should I do that? And do I have to do the basic operation exam if I do register that way and always intend to keep weight below 250g? (I'm doing this so drone is link to me in case I travel and they think it's a gift)
There is no connection between your drone's registration (or lack) and your pilot certificate, so feel free. And if you don't want to pick '250g to 25Kg', you can always choose the 'none of these' option and just write in your info. Either way will be fine.
Hi Don! Great video. Can you clarify on fixed wing plans or drones that are homemade in this process? It's been my vocal to build a RC Trainer from the flite-test plans for a long time but I am a little intimidated by what the registration process will entail here. Planning to fly this in uncontrolled areas thanks!
Hi Ian! Thanks. Self-made drones or RC aircraft are easy to register. I think I mention it in the video...you just say it was self-made and provide a few details (a few words of description). Same $5 fee and you need to put the registration number on your aircraft. Easy.
Thanks Don!
You're welcome!
I couldn't find your banking info. I was hoping to be able to buy some new fpv gear /s.
Ha ha.
Excellent video Don... thanks. Given that I have over 50 rc airplanes, this process will cost me over $250... yikes. Can't I just get a single number to identify me and put it on all my planes?
But...but...that would be too reasonable! Two suggestions: just register the ones you fly. You don't have to register the ones hanging up on display! Or consider joining a MAAC club.
Super helpful!
Glad it helped, Kermit!
How can I register a drone above 250g-25kg as an International student?
You need to apply for a foreign pilot SFOC (special flight operations certificate) with Transport Canada.
Huh? Wait. Ya hafta register if your drone weighs between 250g - 25kg. Yet at 3:50 one can select "lighter than air"? And you can choose to specify a maximum takeoff weight of less than 250g, or more than 25kg? Why would anyone do that??
Ha! The 'lighter than air' option went right over my head! (sorry...bad drone joke). But, yeah...why are 25Kg even options??!! Maybe they give you warnings/errors if you choose them?? I didn't explore all these dark corners of this site. It was so clearly designed by a team TOTALLY disconnected from the rest of the program...just the term 'Drone' all over it (including on the certificates, btw). And these aircraft 'types' are different than the ones NAV CANADA calls for on their flight authorizations btw. ALSO btw, who ever came up with the term "rotary wing" for the MOST COMMON type of drone?!?! And what's a 'hybrid'? Sorry for the rant....
I'm sorry too. I do VERY much appreciate all of the hard work you put into producing every one of your helpful videos! I've learned tons of useful stuff from you. But I still haven't bothered to register my Phantom or any of my R/C planes or do any of TC's tests. I used to have a Private Pilot's Licence with a Night Rating, so I know I should be able to study and pass the drone test. But every time I look at any of TC's drone nonsense it makes me go grrrrrrrr. I shelved the Phantom and my model planes and instead bought a 249 gram Mavic Mini. Why does TC talk about maximum takeoff WEIGHT instead of MASS? You could legally fly an enormous R/C Hindenburg Zeppelin with a mass of one ton as long as you could fill it with enough helium to make it buoyant so its max takeoff WEIGHT is "lighter-than-air". Don't they know the difference between mass and weight?
I'm thinking Hybrid is something with rotary wing vertical takeoff capability that then transitions to fixed wing flight. But why differentiate at all? They've already lumped everything together as an RPAS, even if they still insist on calling them drones.
@@Zbip57 I really like the idea of a one-ton zeppelin RPAS! That said, TC would/could probably argue that grams are technically measures of mass, not weight, and hence they actually got it right. Our common language of what something 'weighs' would likely ground the Hindenburg 2.
Hello. Do I need to register a drone weighing 249g (Dji mini 2) Or is it enough to just follow the flight rules?
Hi Morgan! You do not need to register a drone under 250g, but there are a FEW rules you need to follow. This video explains it all, using the Mini 4 Pro as an example: ruclips.net/video/pvngZ9fVQIQ/видео.html
Hi, I’m not from canada, I’m traveling for BC, what’s the rules for touristic people? I have a mavic 3 but i want to register my drone here
Hi Lyan, 'foreign pilots' need to have an approved SFOC (Special Flight Operations Certificate) to fly a drone over 250g in Canada. Here's where to apply (and good luck...): tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety/drone-pilot-licensing/get-permission-special-drone-operations
Hi I am permanent resident of Canada, When I tried to register my drone, It shows "Foreign residents may not register a drone in Canada, but may operate a drone with a pilot certificate and a Special Flight Operations Certificate" - How can I register as I am in PR status?
You need to go through the Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) process: tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety/drone-pilot-licensing/get-permission-special-drone-operations/get-permission-fly-drone-foreign-pilot-operator
hi Don, could not find anywhere else to ask this question. if the US ban DJI drones, will that affect us here in Canada.
Well, I imagine lots of Americans will buy their DJI drones from here ... otherwise, no.
Very informative! Thank you Mr. Joyce.
Thank you, Jessica!
What if I'm not an employee or agent of the government and not subject to registration?
Sorry, Korben...I don't understand your question.
Hi Don, I have 250g which is Air 2. So Can i register and fly as a temporary resident in Canada? Or Do i need to get basic pilot exam? I would appreciate if you can answer me regarding that. Thank you.
You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to fly a drone over 250g in Canada. You can fly a drone under 250g without registering or having a pilot cert. Otherwise you need to apply for an SFOC.
@@DonJoyce Thank you Don, So meaning that i can fly which i have equal 250g unless i have certification.
Hi don, i am about to purchase a more than 250grams of drone, do you i need a pilot license aswell or just a register of my drone? it will be just my hubby not commercial use. Thanks
Hi John! Assuming you are in Canada, to fly a drone over 250g requires that the drone be registered (easy!) AND at least a Basic RPAS Pilot Certificate. The rules are the same for recreational or commercial use. This video provides a great overview: ruclips.net/video/BJfu6fIHyVw/видео.html I have complete training material for pilot certification on my channel.
Do you need a pilot certificate to fly your drone?
You need at least a Basic Drone Pilot Certificate to fly a drone over 250g. Here is a great introduction to Canadian drone rules: ruclips.net/video/BJfu6fIHyVw/видео.html
keep up the good work there Don
Thanks!
My drone is registered but now I know what to do when and if the time comes to deregister. Thanks Don!
Thanks for your support, CeCe!
Great information and tips brother! Very helpful! Thanks
Thanks Doug!
If I Register My Mavic Mini With Adding A Few Accessories To It Am I Required To Take The Online Exam?
Hi Richard! If you are flying a drone over 250g (take off weight), yes you need to have at least a Basic Operations RPAS Pilot certificate. And yes, you also need to register any drone over 250g. I have a study guide and many other videos on this subject.
Mavic mini is under 250g!
@@MrTechGamer2000 Richard specifically asked if he added accessories to the Mini...anything would put it over 250g. And BTW, many people have registered their Mini's for exactly that reason.
Hi Don. Good vid. I am not a PR or a citizen. So in this case, can i register my drone as foreign pilot or I am out of luck ?
Sorry, you can't register your drone. You can fly it only under an SFOC. Your best bet would be to buy a drone under 250g.
@@DonJoyce ok thanks. So a SPOC and a basic exam will suffice if I am not flying drones anywhere close to airports and bystanders?
Yes. The SFOC application can be tricky, but just answer the questions as simply as possible and you should be fine.
Nice video!! Thanks a lot!! I am moving to Canada in a couple of days and I was thinking about bring me drone with me. This video is almost one year is there any update of register my drone is the only thing that I have to do? Thanks a lot You got my like!
Welcome to Canada, Eloy! Where are you moving from? Regarding drone regulations, I have a LOT of videos about the regulations. You probably want to start with this one: ruclips.net/video/BJfu6fIHyVw/видео.html
@@DonJoyce Hey!! Thanks for your reply. I am moving from Spain. I will be in Banff for a while (I know I can't fly drone there) but I will try move around Canada during my visa! Thanks for share this info! Thats very helpfull
Hey,
As i am a international student here in canada. So, what can i do to register my drone?
Sorry, but you can't! You're only allowed to fly a sub 250g drone.
So if you register your over 250 gm drone do you then have to have the pilot license to go with it. My jjrc x9p is supposedly 258 gms
Hi Peter! You can get your RPAS Pilot Certification either before or after registering your drone...they are independent. But you need to have done both before flying a drone over 250g. Sounds like your JJRC x9p is over 250g.
@@DonJoyce ok thanks
Thanks for always keeping us informed Don! 🧼Keep Washing .... good one 😊!
Ha ha! I'll keep on informing and washing till my fingers are raw! Thanks for watching, Jackie!
Hi Don, how about if you are not a resident or PR of Canada? Im just here as a temporary resident. Thanks
Hi Jake! I'm afraid you are out of luck. Unless you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident, you cannot register your drone. BTW, I asked Transport Canada about this back in October 2019, and they said they were working on it...sigh.
Hi Don, apologies if this has been asked elsewhere, but I'm planning to register my sub 250 gram drone only because with some attachments/accessories it will have a higher maximum take-off weight that puts it in the 'Basic' category. Do I select "250 grams up to and including 25 kilograms" on the form (even though my drone is a sub 250 gram drone without the attachments)? Also, I will take the exam for the same reason.
Hi Doug, this video explains how to register a 'heavy' sub250g drone, amongst other things I talk about: ruclips.net/video/tKFFQa2cJbw/видео.html . That said, you may want to reconsider whatever accessories you are adding....do you really need them????
@@DonJoyce Thank you for your excellent videos, I have now just completed the online Basic examination and am now certified (scored 80%), and I know I couldn't have done it without your excellent tutorials and advice. The accessories above include the propeller guides/cages, bringing my sub 250g drone up to almost 300g. And, yes, you're right, do I really need them? I would say they give me more confidence in my flights, I just now need to ensure I'm in the correct airspace (...I can't fly in my 'class E' airspace anymore with the propeller guards on, but if I remove them, I'm good to go!)😂
At the risk of sounding like I'm trying to sell you something, Doug, Drone Pilot Canada (yes, the app I sell) will give you a tremendous amount of confidence about the airspace, temporary no-fly-zones (NOTAMs), and other restrictions that most other web sites and apps will not provide right in your hand.
Hi @DonJoyce, can I provide the link of this video on my website? This is very useful information.
Absolutely!
Hi Dom, thanks so much for all the videos. I just passed my test yesterday! Just wanna ask: I’m planning to split a drone with a friend who also has a basic license. Wondering if we can both fly a registered drone? Can you fly any drone that is registered, even if it’s not to your name?
Hi Quan! Congratulations on passing your exam!! There is absolutely no problem flying someone else's registered drone...great idea!
Hi Don, once registered, do I need to do anything when every time I fly it? I mean notify the local agency that I am going to fly the drone at a certain date and time? Or the registration is just a one-time thing, after registered it, I can use the drone whenever I want to use it without notifying anyone. Thank you.
Hi Jie! In general, you do not need to notify anyone of your flights, unless you are flying in controlled airspace or near a certified airport or heliport. In those cases, you need prior authorization...and an Advanced pilot certificate.
$5 sure beats a $1000 fine. I don't know why people make a big deal about this!
Lol...you’re right!
Well, that would depend. Is it a flat fee of $5 dollars that covers everything or $5 dollars per aircraft.
What do your mean 'your drone' ? - if you have one or two that's ok, but most areomodelers have a dozen or more RC planes ? Regardleвв of the cost what a chore, if it's accountability they want, why not have the operator/pilot details on the model !. I guess that's bureaucracy for you !
Well, I totally agree with you. I recommend having your name and phone number on your drone(s). Somebody MAY phone you if they find a lost machine, but they are very unlikely to bother trying to figure out what to do with some meaningless string of numbers. And yes, I get it with the 'fleet' problem.
And what about the requirements of 9.48 to keep records of dates and times you go out to fly model aeroplanes, keep for 12 months, and records of modiifications and repairs for 24 months, maybe a flight diary is doable, but if you tell the truth about mods/ repairs for model planes, and you have a few of them, then that is one mass of paperwork - for what ? I don't get it, if some 'enforcement agency' checks your plane and you don't have the registration certificate, and that's not "permanently" fixed on it then you are at their discretion and liable to a fine, but you say it's ok not to bother ?. Name address, phone no. Is OK for MAAC but if I want to fly for example, slope soaring, then I'm going to have to comply, fortunately I only have a few slope planes. And what about sec 901.49 1c, an accident report including an analysis if you damage your model, and also for keep for 12 months. Some of this stuff has been lifted from full size regs without much, if any, thought. I'll be up all night writing reports if I took it seriously ! That's the problem, once you Iet silliness get into a system of regulation it destroys it's credibility from within, and destroys the real purpose, leaving just indifferent compliance as the goal.
To be clear, I did not say 'not to bother' registering your drone. I said that having your name and phone number on it is probably more useful. Yes, the maintenance records and SO many other bits of nonsense in the rules need to be changed, and the Drone Pilot Association of Canada is working with TC to do that. In the meantime, you should follow the rules to the best of your ability. In the case of maintenance records, clearly you need to use judgement in terms of what is written down. Personally, I wouldn't write down 'cleaned crud off the rotors', but would note a firmware upgrade...just as examples. The Drone Pilot Canada app was specifically created to take a LOT of the pain out of the bureaucratic parts of the rules.
@@DonJoyce OK I guess who is 'bothering' is up for grabs but like evergone involved in this you are obsessed with quadcopters. These rules are primarily suitable for quadcopters. Model airplanes are not the same cannot follow the same flightpath, are not used for video observation for obvious reasons, although FPV is possible it cannot be done without an observer for practical reasons, ie the aircraft is always moving and does not have hover ability. They require a runway for take off and landing so cannot be flown in the same environments as quadcopters. The list of differences is long but, even you, talk about RPAS as if they are all the same. I have hardly seen anything 'aeronautical' about quadcopters, aerodynamic theory is out, modelling of scale aircraft is out, conventional aircraft control and manouvers are out, in short, quadcopters need to be treated separately, and devotees like yourself need to start flying fixed wing model planes so that you understand before you lump all RPAS together in the same pot. Yes, i do have a quadcopter, fortunately I didn't spend much on it, tried it, don't have any use for it, and it sits on the shelf.
Hey Don, I'm new to drone and I just bought the Mavic Mini a few weeks ago. I'd like to register the drone but I'll always keep my drone below 250g. It doesn't allow me to pick 'Under 250g' and the only option is to pick between the '250g - 25kg' category. Should I do that? And do I have to do the basic operation exam if I do register that way and always intend to keep weight below 250g? (I'm doing this so drone is link to me in case I travel and they think it's a gift)
There is no connection between your drone's registration (or lack) and your pilot certificate, so feel free. And if you don't want to pick '250g to 25Kg', you can always choose the 'none of these' option and just write in your info. Either way will be fine.
If it is less than 250g you do not need to get license or register it.....just go fly and forget this crap
Hi Don! Great video. Can you clarify on fixed wing plans or drones that are homemade in this process? It's been my vocal to build a RC Trainer from the flite-test plans for a long time but I am a little intimidated by what the registration process will entail here. Planning to fly this in uncontrolled areas thanks!
Hi Ian! Thanks. Self-made drones or RC aircraft are easy to register. I think I mention it in the video...you just say it was self-made and provide a few details (a few words of description). Same $5 fee and you need to put the registration number on your aircraft. Easy.
@@DonJoyce thank you
@@DonJoyce and yes i am from canada. Does provinces have different rules? I am from calgary alberta. Thanks again
@@johnbarbasa3925 The regulations are the same across Canada. Local bylaws do vary with regards to flying from parks etc.
Mmm 5000$ are tax deductible non?
So all good lol
The problems of rich people who don’t care 😖
My drone is registered 💪
Glad to hear you took the $5 path, Ricardo!