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Post by flyboy (AKA Sailor) on Mar 18, 2023 10:47:39 GMT -4
I decided to remove my post on my exam score, because after reading it again, it could be perceived that I was bragging about my score. I apologize to all that might have took it that way, I was just excited about passing the exam.
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Post by raptor on Mar 18, 2023 11:22:32 GMT -4
Hi, I was impressed by your score , I think it was great , well done
in general , if you could post some of the things you were asked , that would be great as well
Paul
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Post by raptor on Mar 20, 2023 18:12:34 GMT -4
HI, I have mine now as well ,
Paul
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Post by coyote on Mar 25, 2023 12:32:21 GMT -4
So Kevins - 1) For anyone flying RC in Shearwater, Small Advanced Operations testing is required (flying in controlled airspace)?? 2) Anyone flying RC in Avon, only Basic Operations testing required (uncontrolled airspace)?? 3) Would this be accurate? If so, who provides flight review?? Likely another associated cost?? 4) Then as a club, we would likely be required to check MAAC and RPAS Small Advanced Operations Certification for those flying in Shearwater? Will MAAC provide list? 5) Also, does anyone know what this means?? Does this mean you let your MAAC expire and you lost that knowledge/certification?
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Post by tbrcwings on Mar 25, 2023 13:37:34 GMT -4
We are in the same boat here, Apple Valley Flyers in the valley. Our field of 34 years is just on the outskirts of Class D airspace, like 500 meters. MAAC stated in one of the mass email blasts that at a minimum, since we lost our exemption, we must now have the basic RPAS. We must now register our aircraft. We must keep all records and log books for each aircraft. To resume operations in controlled airspace a SOC must be in place for the site and approved. When I read the actual transport Canada / NAV canada requirements any operations inside a certified airport or aerodrome you must have an advanced RPAS qualification. Only after the site receives its SOC and you have the advanced RPAS can you resume operations is the way I have interpreted. That process requires a. You pass the advanced exam b. complete a flight flight review c. forward your qualification to the "Canadian drone portal" A flight reviewing official has to be from one of the listed providers that TC / NAV Canada has listed. The fee is anywhere between 250 to 400 dollars depending on the school or training facility that conducts the flight review. It is a total mess for such requirements IMO. Especially for senior pilots who are not up to scratch with technology computers and the internet. Flying foam or balsa models in circles in a small farm field should not be this complicated. Waiting for the freedom to fly a kite with my grandson in the park to be robbed next.
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Post by flyboy (AKA Sailor) on Mar 25, 2023 13:43:11 GMT -4
1) If the rules apply to us regardless if we're a military club at shearwater then we would be required to have a Advance Pilot Certificate, but we won't know that till we here back from the WATCO. 2) Flying in uncontrol airspace you need Basic Certificate. 3) TC or someone appointed by TC does the Flight Review for a price. 4) MAAC might provide a list but that is still unknown at this time. 5) From what I have read and understand you might have to redo the Advance Pilot Certificate every 2 years but I'm not sure if that is what TC is saying, It has nothing to do with MAAC unless they require that for field SOC's, again not totally sure on that.
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Post by timsf on Mar 25, 2023 14:21:10 GMT -4
Yes, we anxiously await 12 Wing WATCO's response to our letter. In the meantime, in the absence of our previously enjoyed RPAS exemption, I fear that even an Advanced certificate could be insufficient, as stated below. Tim
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Post by coyote on Mar 25, 2023 14:21:38 GMT -4
It is a total mess for such requirements IMO. Especially for senior pilots who are not up to scratch with technology computers and the internet. Flying foam or balsa models in circles in a small farm field should not be this complicated. Waiting for the freedom to fly a kite with my grandson in the park to be robbed next. Unfortunately, it is clear (to me at least) that MAAC and TC are not properly coordinating or TC does not understand the hobby. All of these procedures will NOT prevent bad apples from flying their drones over civilized areas or in controlled airspace. I would have preferred better engagement between TC and RC flyers (MAAC?). This appears to be more to placate gov pressure - do something. Just look at firearm legislation and Airsoft discussions.... That being said, I guess I'll be studying
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Post by Bill F on Mar 25, 2023 21:20:39 GMT -4
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Post by johnf on Mar 26, 2023 8:16:46 GMT -4
I renewed my membership with the Shearwater club at the last AGM. I had not yet renewed my MAAC insurance for 2023. I am leaning on the side of not renewing it. I have read all the comments from various members about the confusion being created by Transport Canada. I do believe the MAAC officers are doing their best for our hobby. They have planes of their own. I have a feeling that the people from Transport Canada would have problems flying a rubber band across the room. Like everybody has expressed, this is like the failed gun registry. They abandoned a lot of that many years later. We don’t have time for that to be struck down. This is going the affect the manufacturers down to the consumer for future sales. I don’t blame Costco or Best Buys for selling drones to the general public. These stores have no idea that their products can not be flown anywhere in Canada. They just don’t know the problems be dealt to people how love this hobby and spend big bucks on it. Has anyone thought about the rocket launches Shearwater used to open up to the general public. Are these things going to be regulated by transport Canada, what about fireworks the average guy buys at certain stores? Are they going to need a license?
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