RPAS 250 Course Description and Flight Review:

NEW!!! RPAS 250 (Advanced Multi-Rotor Applications and Study)

Looking for more training and groundschool? RPAS 250 will dig deeper into more complex applications of Remotley Operated Aircraft Systems and Transport Canada RPAS Pilot Training Requirements

 Note: Custom Dates TBA for private classes can be arranged 

Study material includes more focus on complex operations, RPAS autonomy, air law, meteorology, air navigation, RPAS airframes and systems, payloads, radio theory, human factors, mapping, small business practice, RPAS crew, thermal cameras, drone safe handling and more.

This course will also prepare you for the Advanced Flight Review.  You may choose to take the Review (if you are a ready)  during the end of class session (subject to time and class participation).

Note: You will also receive all the RPAS online Udemy sections, study guides and practice tests for all of our updated study material.

Who should take RPAS training?  It is suitable for many, including governmental organizations, protection services, First Nations (police,fire and SAR), and college/university students. 

  Next scheduled Course Dates. Simply Email to Register:

·         RPAS 250/300   Modified Course for Advanced and Level 1 Complex ....  September 11-13, 2026

·         RPAS 250/300   Modified Course for Advanced and Level 1 Complex....  October 28-30, 2026

·         RPAS 250/300   Modified Course for Advanced and Level 1 Complex....  November 20-22, 2026

Study and practical with autonomous RPAS:  One of the course sections will focus on mapping and survey operations using autonomous waypoint navigation, with new RPAS software. As part of this course, a flight plan will be made to conduct an autonomous RPAS flight mapping mission in Controlled, Class C airspace.

In addition, course will include practice and discussion on:

â–º   RPAS operations at night and thermal sensors

â–º   RPAS Flight Simulators, their uses and limitations

â–º   Flying RPA using instruments and telemetry data only (with Visual Observer)

â–º   Visual navigation using First Person View only (FPV with Visual Observer)

â–º   RPAS Operations using extended line of sight and BVLOS

â–º   RPAS and RTK (Real-Time Kinematic positioning) for survey and other applications

â–º   Introduction to photogrammetry and drone mapping

â–º   Flying the RPA in strong wind and/or poor, marginal weather conditions

â–º   Extraordinary operations including launch and recovery from marine vessels and by hand

â–º   LiDAR applications. Introduction to theory, techniques and advantages using drones  

â–º  Flight Review Prep or practice mock up (optional)

Study of the complex and advanced uses of RPAS may also include:

â–º  RPAS use for reconnaissance and tactical patrol operations
â–º  Use for payload (IE emergency supply) sling delivery, towing, maritime, and other logistical support service

Notes: We will also discuss business practice, the current industry as a whole, and current and future career opportunities for RPAS pilots. We will also address challenges facing the industry as well as issues/ethics.

The successful completion of the course may make certificate holders eligible for job opportunities within VAP and/or other organizations.

 RPAS Training Prerequisites

• â–º  Online basic course material done (link to be sent upon tuition fee payment)
  

• â–º  Basic Drone Pilot Certificate (optional)

• â–º  Good overall health, eyesight, hearing and...
  

• â–º   Min 18 Years old

   Note: You should have your TC Advanced drone written exam complete at this stage, but it is not required for admission

 Fees: Contact us at 250 507 6421 for quote

 Private/Group Custom Class?  Let us know dates which work for you.