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Scenario 28: When is an RPAS considered 'Advanced' by Transport Canada, necessitating an Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate?

An RPAS operation is designated as 'Advanced' by Transport Canada when it involves flying in controlled airspace, over people, or within 30 meters of people (or

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Question: Scenario 28: When is an RPAS considered 'Advanced' by Transport Canada, necessitating an Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate?

Answer options:

  • When it weighs more than 250 grams.
  • When it is flown for commercial purposes. ✅ When it is operated in controlled airspace, over people, or near people, requiring specific authorizations and a higher level of pilot competency.
  • When it costs more than $1000.

Correct answer: When it is operated in controlled airspace, over people, or near people, requiring specific authorizations and a higher level of pilot competency.

Explanation: An RPAS operation is designated as 'Advanced' by Transport Canada when it involves flying in controlled airspace, over people, or within 30 meters of people (or 5 meters if specified), requiring the Advanced certificate and other conditions. The correct answer is "When it is operated in controlled airspace, over people, or near people, requiring specific authorizations and a higher level of pilot competency.". This capacity-fill scenario 28 reinforces the same competency for the rpas-advanced bank and follows the certified explanation standard.

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