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Old 2019-01-11
Michael O'Bree Michael O'Bree is offline
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First Name: Michael
Last Name: O'Bree
MAAC Number: 91274
WIMAC WINGS: Solo
 
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Here are the regs coming into effect on 1st June:
https://www.tc.gc.ca/fr/services/avi...re-legale.html
I believe all MAAC members will be encouraged to read them as MAAC needs the support of its members to maintain constructive relations with TC by demonstrating understanding of and compliance with the new regs.

Under the new regs, if your aircraft is under 250 g, the only rule is that you should not fly recklessly.
If over 250g, for recreational flying, in a nutshell,you need to:
-get a basic drone/remotely piloted aircraft pilot’s certificate and register your aircraft (all doable online)
- fly away from airports, controlled/restricted airspace, urban areas, etc (basically most of the island of Montrêal is controlled airspace, except about 5% in the north west (where WIMAC field is) and at the extreme East end of the island. So Luc, only planes/drones under 250 g would be legal at your local park, assuming the Municipality allows it.

As mentioned in Michael J’s post from MAAC, TC is expected to announce certain exceptions to these rules for MAAC members before the new rules become effective, but only when flying at MAAC sanctioned sites and assuming MAAC Rules are followed.
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