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Transport Canada Quebec Region Restricted Operator – Complex SFOC Application Guidance

YOU MUST REVIEW AND UNDERSTAND THE STAFF INSTRUCTION (SI) 623-001_2en FOR THE PROCESSING OF AN UNMANNED AIR VEHICLE (UAV) SYSTEM SPECIAL FLIGHT OPERATIONS CERTIFRICATE (SFOC) PRIOR TO COMPLETING AND SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION TEMPLATE.

Applicability

This checklist is applicable to Restricted SFOC applications (complex or simplified applications) for UAVs 25 kg or less operated within visual line-of-sight (VLOS). This template is not applicable to compliant operator SFOC applications.

Purpose

This document is unofficial and is meant as a guide to help clients to prepare and inspectors to review Special Flight Operations Certificate Applications (SFOC) for Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) operations within the Transport Canada Quebec Region. This guide is not all inclusive and the Minister reserves the right to request more information or clarification of information provided. Once completed, this guide shall be attached to SFOC applications to aid in expediting the SFOC review process. This guide may also be submitted as an SFOC UAV application.

Content

Effective January 1, 2016 for an initial SFOC application (for your first application in 2016), each section (RED and YELLOW) MUST be filled with as much detail as possible. If a section is found to be Not Applicable, the applicant must provide a justification.

For all subsequent SFOC applications, only the RED sections MUST be filled without exception. Incomplete applications will be returned automatically. YELLOW sections will only be filled if changes or amendments were made ​​after the initial SFOC request (e. g., Change of name , business name , key personnel, contact information, add or remove UAV, amendment of manual operations, emergency procedures, safety procedures, etc.).

Note: If you already have a company operation manual and/or a manual of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and/or a maintenance manual and/or a training manual and/or a flight manual of the UAV and/or a maintenance manual of the UAV, etc., simply attach your documents with your initial application and reference the appropriate manuals in the RED/YELLOW sections.

Note: It is not mandatory to create or provide the above mentioned documents for an SFOC application for a specific site. However, operators who wish to obtain a Standing SFOC (see section 7.5 of SI 623-001_2en concerning eligibilities criteria) for the Quebec region and/or aspiring to become a compliant operator as specified in section 9 and Annex D of the SI 623-001_2eg, must submit their documents with their initial SFOC request.

Note: For a Standing SFOC application, you must provide a copy of your Flight Logs and/or a copy of the first and last page of the Pilot Log Book(s) in order to demonstrate you have gained sufficifient flying experience as per the SI 623-001 Section 6.28(3) and Section 7.5(1).

If this is an SFOC application for a specific site, site specific information must be included. But if it's an application for a Standing SFOC for a wider geographical area and/or a prolonged period of time, the applicant must provide procedures where the section applies for each flight operation. For example, an application to operate at a specific site will need the security details of that site whereas an application to work within a geographic area will require a process and/or a standardized way of determining security details for every site.

If you have questions about an SFOC application, please contact Transport Canada, Quebec Region, at csva-vsca@tc.gc.ca.

Note: Completion of this template does not guarantee the issuance of an SFOC. The Minister reserves the right to request more information or clarification.

Note: Incomplete applications will be returned with a request for additional information. If you are asked to amend your application, please return it as soon as you are able. Failure to respond within 30 days will result in the application being considered abandoned with the assumption that the proposed operation will not occur. Should you wish to operate at a future date, your application will be treated as a new application and may be subject to delays due to application volumes

Note: The Minister may refuse to issue an SFOC if it is determined that the UAV operator is not able to satisfactorily mitigate the risks of the proposed operation.

Note: Here is an example of annexes for this guide:

Appendix A - Proof of corporation, Company information/individual, etc.

Appendix B - Proof of insurance liability

Appendix C - Evidence of skills (eg Training Certificate, Restricted Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC- A), etc. - see Section 10.4 and Annex B of the 623-001_2fr IP)

Appendix D - Company Operations Manual (Ex: see section CAR 722.82)

Appendix E - Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) (Ex: see section CAR 722.84)

Appendix F - Training Manual

Appendix G - Flight Manual or the UAV system (s)

Appendix H - Flight register or pilot (Log Books)

Appendix I - Maintenance Manual or UAV (s)

Appendix J - Maintenance register or UAV(s)

Appendix K - Statement of compliance

Appendix L - Statement of Compliance

Appendix K - Report Form of accidents/incidents

TYPE OF APPLICATION

COMPLEX SIMPLIFIED

SPECIFIC STANDING

COMPANY’S NAME, APPLICANT’S NAME AND E-MAIL ADRESS:

FILL IN INFORMATION HERE

Note: The name of a person is required as is the company name, but the “certificate holder” will be a person (e.g. the President or owner of the company, Insured person, etc.)

Note: Also include the name and e-mail adress of the person to whom the SFOC will be sent to.

DATE OF APPLICATION:

FILL IN INFORMATION HERE

Note: if the application is modified or amended indicate the amendment number of the final application upon which the SFOC will be based (e.g. September 5, 2013 amendment 2).

THE DATES, ALTERNATE DATES AND TIMES OF THE PROPOSED OPERATION:

ENTER THE PLANNED DATES, ALTERNATE DATES AND TIMES HERE

LIEU(X) PRÉVUE(S) DES OPÉRATIONS:

ENTER THE FULL CIVIC ADDRESS INCLUDING THE POSTAL CODE AND GPS COORDINATES IN DEGREES, MINUTES, SECONDS HERE

Note: Each different site requires a different SFOC application.

UAV TYPE(S) FOR THE FLYING OPERATIONS

ENTER THE TYPE(S) OF UAV HERE

CLASS OF AIRSPACE:

ENTER THE CLASS OF AIRSPACE FOR THE OPERATION HERE

PROOF OF LIABILITY INSURANCE

Name of insurance company: ENTER INFORMATION HERE

Insurance contract number: ENTER INFORMATION HERE

Insurance contract effective date : ENTER INFORMATION HERE

Insurance contract expiry date : ENTER INFORMATION HERE

Note: No SFOC will be issued without a valid proof of civil liability insurance.

SI SECTION 8.1

"The name, address, and where applicable, the telephone number and facsimile number of the applicant."

a) The Certificate applicant must provide their name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers, and any other pertinent contact information (e.g. email address).

b) As applicable to manned aviation, the Certificate applicant must be the individual/organization that has possession of the UAV system as owner or lessee. This person or company has complete responsibility for the operation and safety of the UAV flight operation and responsibility for compliance with the conditions contained in the SFOC.

c) It is essential that the UAV operator is aware of the responsibility to ensure that the UAV operation is conducted in such a way that the safety of persons and property on the ground and other airspace users is not jeopardized.

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SI SECTION 8.2

"The name, address, and where applicable the telephone number and facsimile number of the person designated by the applicant to have operational control over the operation (Operation Manager)."

a) The Certificate applicant must provide the name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers and any other pertinent contact information (e.g. email address) of the person designated to have operational control over the operation.

b) The SFOC application must describe how/why this person is qualified to act as the Operation Manager.

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Note: SI 623-001 is not intended to confine a UAV operator to a mandatory management structure, including position titles. A UAV operator may or may not use position titles such as "Operation Manager" and "Ground Supervisor" within their organization, however someone must have operational control over the operation and someone must be responsible for supervision of the operation area. It must be clearly indicated in the SFOC application who has been designated these responsibilities. In small operations, the Operation Manager and the Ground Supervisor could be the same person.

SI SECTION 8.3

"Method by which the Operation Manager may be contacted directly during the operation."

a) TC must be able to immediately contact a responsible person at the site of the operation. The Certificate applicant will provide the contact information for the responsible person on-site (e.g. Operation Manager, Ground Supervisor) who can be contacted directly during the operation.

b) If the contact information provided above is for a mobile device, the UAV operator must be confident that the contact information provided will be functional in all the proposed operating area(s) so that the responsible person can be contacted. If it is determined that contact with the responsible person cannot be established using the information provided, the UAV operator shall provide TC with updated contact information prior to commencing operations.

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Note: If the operation area is remote, the Operation Manager must provide a means of contact. Some areas may require Satellite Telephone coverage if other (cell or landline etc.) methods are not practicable

SI SECTION 8.4

"The type and purpose of the operation."

a) The Certificate applicant must provide a description of the type(s) (e.g. VLOS, BVLOS, day, night, VFR, IFR) and the purpose(s) of the operation (e.g. aerial photography, geophysical surveying, aerial demonstration, aerial inspection, wildlife management, search and rescue).

b) The Certificate applicant must be specific when describing the purpose(s).

c) Where a UAV system will be used for multiple purposes, all these purposes and the associated risk mitigations must all be detailed in the SFOC application.

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SI SECTION 8.5

"The dates, alternate dates and times of the proposed operation."

a) The Certificate applicant must provide the dates, alternate dates and times of the proposed operation.

Note: The Inspector works with the Certificate applicant to determine an appropriate validity period for the operation, while minimizing the exposure of people not related to UAV flight operations (eg early morning, weekends, etc.) and the effects on the general public (eg road closures) and taking into account potential delays for inclement weather, etc. As there may be circumstances where the applicant is unable to complete the operation within a tightly defined validity period, it is recommended that a buffer be added to the validity period rather than issuing a second SFOC.

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SI SECTION 8.6

"A complete description, including all pertinent flight data on the aircraft to be flown."

Note: All information provided in the SFOC application shall use standard aviation related units of measure (e.g. nautical miles per hour (nm/hr), feet (ft), etc.)

The manufacturer, make and model of the UAV system including three view drawings or photographs of the aircraft.

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A complete description of the UAV(s) including:

1. Category (e.g. fixed wing, rotary wing, airship, etc.);

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2. Composition (e.g. graphite, composites, etc.);

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3. Measurements (e.g. wingspan, fuselage length, rotor diameter, etc.);

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4. Weight (e.g. maximum gross take-off weight, empty weight, payload weight, etc.);

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5. Type of propulsion system (make and model) (e.g. electric, turboprop, turbofan; rear or forward mount, etc.);

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6. Fuel /Energy system (e.g. battery type, AVGAS, capacity, etc.);

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7. Method of take-off/ launch (e.g. taxi and take-off, pneumatic catapult, hand-launched, etc.);

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8. Method of landing / recovery (e.g. approach and runway landing, parachute, belly/skid landing, skyhook, etc.);

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9. Navigation equipment/capability (e.g. visual, GPS, etc.);

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10. Electronic surveillance equipment (e.g. transponder (modes, etc.), ADS-B, etc.);

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11. Flight sensors (e.g. barometric altimeter, airspeed indicator, icing detection, etc.);

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12. Redundant systems (e.g. flight controls, avionics, flight termination system, etc.);

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13. Visual detectability (e.g. lighting (position, anti-collision), high visibility paint scheme, etc.); and

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14. Flight data on the aircraft to be flown:

a. Performance (e.g. operating speeds, climb and descent rates, maximum altitude, maximum range, maximum endurance, etc.); and

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b. Operating Limitations (e.g. winds (wind shear, gusts), cross-winds, temperatures, day, night, icing, etc.).

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

A complete description of the UAV Control Station, including:

1. Control method (e.g. manual flight, pre-programmed, tethered, autoland, etc.);

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

2. Flight Instrumentation (e.g. attitude, altitude, airspeed, heading, present position, navigation etc., and method of displaying the information);

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3. Systems diagnostic and monitoring information (e.g. low battery, fuel status, critical systems failure, visual and audio warnings, etc.);

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

4. Environmental warnings (e.g. icing, rain, terrain, etc.);

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

5. Redundant systems (e.g. back-up computer displays, back-up power supply);

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

6. Control station power source (e.g. generator, power grid, rechargeable );

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7. Equipment in the control station (e.g. lights for night operations, fire extinguisher); and

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8. Control station security (e.g. capable of being locked).

A complete description of the Command and Control Links including:

1. C2/data bands and frequencies (e.g. Very High Frequency (VHF) band, Ku-Band, Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Satellite Communication (SATCOM), Geostationary satellites, etc.);

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2. Radio range of the control links;

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3. Lost Link indications (e.g. "off flags", signal strength indicators, etc.);

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4. Measures for preventing or mitigating radio frequency interference; and

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5. Single or dual redundant control links.

A complete description of the Voice Communications including:

1. Primary method of communicating with ATC and other airspace users (e.g. radio relay through the air vehicle, fixed based transmitter, etc.);

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2. Backup communication capability (e.g. landline, cell phone, etc.);

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

3. Communication latencies (e.g. able to perform ATC directed actions without delay, etc.); and

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

4. Communication system used for the pilots, ground support personnel and observers to communicate with each other.

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

A complete description of the Payload(s) including:

1. Payload limitations (e.g. impact on flight envelope, how conflicts are managed when aircraft and payload operational limits differ, etc.);

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2. Dangerous payloads (e.g. pyrotechnics, explosives, lasers, pesticides, etc.);

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3. Secondary purposes of payload (e.g. camera controls the flight path of the UAV, etc.); and

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4. Increase to crew workload (e.g. pilot operating UAV and payload, etc.).

SI SECTION 8.7

"The security plan for the area(s) of operation and security plan for the area(s) to be over flown to ensure no hazard is created to persons or property on the surface."

1. The Certificate applicant must describe the security plan for the area(s) of operation and for the areas to be over flown.

Note: Security plan pertains to safety and security of persons and property on the ground. Physical and control station security issues (e.g. unlawful interference) are addressed in UAV System Security section below.

2. The following should be considered when developing the security plan:

a. Proposed safe altitudes and distances for the operation (e.g. from members of the public, structures, vehicles, vessels etc.);

Note: Flight within 100 feet horizontally of persons not involved in the operation of the UAV will not be permitted. Flight within 100’ horizontally of buildings and occupied vehicles or vessels will not be permitted without the owners consent and lack of objection from the occupants. The fact that flight within 100 feet of occupied vehicles (without the occupants’ permission) also serves to preclude operation of the UAV within 100 feet of roads and rights of way unless the applicant can demonstrate how and under what authority they plan to prevent such incursions of the UAV (e.g. road closure).

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b. Isolation of bystanders during take-off/launch, in-flight and landing/recovery (e.g. fences, barriers, removal of people from operating area, etc.);

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

Note: Use of warning signs only is not considered acceptable in areas with a reasonable possibility of spectator incursion. The applicant must outline how they intend to secure the site. If the applicant intends to close public roadways, sidewalks or other public spaces, they must show proof that they have the authority of the controlling agency to do so. In the case of a large geographic area, a process must be shown whereby these permissions may be obtained.

c. Permission to access private property;

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Note: The application must indicate that permission has been or will be obtained before flight for all properties over which and from or to which flights of the UAV will take place.

d. Permission from aerodrome authorities; and

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Note: The applicant must demonstrate that the aerodrome authorities and/or controlling agencies for both the aerodrome and the surrounding airspace have been contacted and have approved of the operation. The applicant must provide documentation to that effect including names and contact numbers of the parties concerned and details of the operational security plan.

e. Permission for land use from other jurisdictions (e.g. civic authorities, government held property, DND, etc.).

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Note: Similar to private property in that the application must indicate that permission has been or will be obtained before flight for all affected properties over which and from or to which flights of the UAV will take place. Depending on the level of safety mitigation required, the inspector may or may not require the applicant to provide documentation granting permission. Documentation of coordination with DND, Parks Canada, City or Provincial Governments and any other affected agencies is required to be attached to the application.

SI SECTION 8.8

"The emergency contingency plan to deal with any disaster resulting from the operation."

1. The Certificate applicant must describe the emergency contingency plan(s).

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2. The Certificate applicant will:

a. Have an emergency plan in place describing the personnel and equipment available to respond to anticipated emergencies, including incidents and accidents, or medical emergencies;

ENTER INFORMATION HERE

b. Have the equipment and personnel described in the emergency plan readily available during flight operations;

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c. Coordinate the emergency contingency plan with applicable emergency agencies and authorities (e.g. airport operator, etc.);

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d. Ensure that all persons associated with the operation who may be required to respond to an emergency situation are briefed in advance of the operation (e.g. available emergency services, methods of contacting emergency services, checklists); and

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e. Where applicable, ensure access routes are available for emergency vehicles.

Note: It is expected that the emergency contingency plan will be well thought out and detailed in the SFOC application. Relying on calling 911 would not, meet the standard expected of an emergency contingency plan.

Note: If the emergency contingency plan includes contacting 911, the Certificate applicant must identify that calling 911 is only related to the emergency contingency plan actions and that it is not appropriate to call 911 for aircraft-related emergencies (e.g. lost link, fly-away, damage to UAV, etc.)

SI SECTION 8.9

"The name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers of the person designated to be responsible for supervision of the operation area (Ground Supervisor), if different from the Operation Manager during the operation."

1. The Certificate applicant must provide the name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers, or any other contact information (e.g. email) of the person designated to be responsible for supervision of the operation area.

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2. If a Ground Supervisor is utilized, the SFOC application must describe how/why this person is qualified to act as the Ground Supervisor.

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Note: The UAV Staff Instruction is not intended to confine a UAV operator to a mandatory management structure, including position titles. A UAV operator may or may not use position titles such as "Operation Manager" and "Ground Supervisor" within their organization. However, someone must have operational control over the operation and someone must be responsible for supervision of the operation area. It must be clearly indicated in the SFOC application who has been designated these responsibilities. In small operations, the Operation Manager and the Ground Supervisor could be the same person.

SI SECTION 8.10

"A detailed plan describing how the operation shall be carried out. The plan shall include a clear, legible presentation of the area to be used during the operation. The presentation may be in the form of a scale diagram, aerial photograph or large scale topographical chart and must include at least the following information:"

Note: For those UAV operators eligible for a Standing SFOC, you are required to provide a description of your procedures for conducting a site survey as per Section 6.19 of the UAV Staff Instruction and provide an example of a detailed flight plan. (see example at the end of this guide)

1. The altitudes and routes to be used on the approach and departure to and from the area where the operation will be carried out;

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Note: As a general rule, flights within 3 nm (5.5 km) of any aerodrome will be limited to 100 feet AGL. Flights outside of 3 nm (5.5 km) will normally only be permitted as high as 400 feet AGL.

2. The location and height above ground of all obstacles in the approach and departure path to the areas where the operation will be carried out;

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Note: To be clear, authorization to fly at a certain height ABOVE GROUND LEVEL (AGL) means the actual height above the ground directly below the UAV. If higher altitudes are needed to provide safe clearance over obstacles, the applicant must detail these. Additionally, if the obstacles are other than naturally occurring,

3. The exact boundaries of the area where the actual operation will be carried out; and

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Note: Applicants must include exact GPS (lat/long) coordinates in Degrees, Minutes, Secondes (e.g. 48°25’33.32’’N, 70°27’19.78’’O) of the corners of a polygon enclosing the operation area, or if able, .kml files of the operation area. The inspector must be able to reference the coordinates or .kml files on their own software to verify hazards.

4. The altitudes and routes to be used while carrying out the operation.

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5. Indicate the distance to the closest aerodrome and then the distance of all aerodromes within 5 nm (9 km) from the operating site(s).

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Note: As a general rule, flights within 5nm of any aerodrome will be limited to 100 feet AGL. Flights outside of 5 nm will normally only be permitted as high as 400 feet AGL.

CLASS OF AIRSPACE

1. In addition to the standard detailed above, the following is required:

a. All Certificate applicants will identify the class(s) of airspace in which the operations are planned. Certificate applicants who wish to conduct operations in Class F Restricted airspace must indicate this fact in the SFOC application so that appropriate conditions can be added to the SFOC.

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Note: For information refer to the following documents:

- The Canadian Aeronautical Information Manul for descriptions of Canadian airspace structure and classification;

- The appropriate VFR Navigation Chart (VNC) and VFR Terminal Charts (VTA) for the intended area(s) of operation;

- The Designated Airspace Handbook (DAH); and

- The Canadian Flight Supplement (CFS).

Airspace Co-ordination and Procedures:

Please specify your proposed coordination and operating procedures for each type of airspace listed below:

Note: For site specific applications, identify the type of airspace you plan to operate in and the specific procedures you intend to follow. For standing SFOC’s (blanket geographic areas) you must identify the types of airspace and your procedures for operations within each type. If you do not intend to work in a particular type of airspace, please indicate this in the space provided. For all applications, indicate the maximum proposed altitude and specific contact numbers in the case of site specific applications. For standing areas, include the method that will be used to determine who to contact for coordination.

Describe the procedures for each of the areas below:

Note: For site specific applications, identify the areas you plan to operate in and the specific procedures you intend to follow. For standing SFOC’s you must identify the areas and your procedures for operations within each class of airspace. If you do not intend to operate in a particular class of airspace indicate this in the space provided.

Controlled Airspace

Class C

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Class D

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Class E

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Uncontrolled Airspace (Class G)

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Class F - Advisory airspace (CYA) and type (A, F, H, M, P, S or T)

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Class F - Restricted airspace (CYR, CYD)

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Class F Restricted Airspace – Military

1. If you are proposing to conduct Class F Restricted Military airspace, the Transport Canada Inspector must advise 1 Canadian Air Division (1 CAD).

2. You are responsible for working with appropriate military authorities to gain access to the Base/Range airspace and prepare your operating procedures to the satisfaction of the applicable Range Control Officer and/or the Base/Wing Commander.

a. You must obtain written authorization from Range Control and/or the Base/Wing Commander.

b. Operations will be conducted in accordance with Range rules and restrictions unless they are less restrictive than the SFOC conditions and the CARs.

c. Where intended operations are in Class F airspace over a Canadian military establishment, you must obtain written permission from the Department of National Defence (DND).

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Mandatory Frequency control zone (MF)

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Aerodrome Traffic Frequency control zone (ATF)

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Uncontrolled Aerodrome procedures

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Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) procedures

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NOTE: The UAV Certificate Holder shall not permit operations within the Canadian Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) unless the UAV pilot-in-command is able to comply with section 602.145 of the CARs.

SI SECTION 8.11

Personnel Qualifications - The Certificate applicant must describe the relevant aviation related qualifications of the UAV pilot(s), observer(s) and UAV system maintainer(s) in sufficient detail to demonstrate that the personnel have been trained and are qualified to fulfill their duties. Section 4.1 of SI 623-001 stipulates the minimum age, medical, knowledge, experience and skill requirements.

1. UAV Pilot – Describe the pilots training, qualifications, proficiency levels and currency levels and how these support the operation the UAV in the proposed operating environment.

a. You may provide previous aviation knowledge and experience (e.g. pilot license/permit, ratings, air traffic specialist qualifications, previous unmanned aircraft qualifications, completed courses of pilot ground school instruction, etc.) when describing how an individual is qualified to act as a Pilot in Command.

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b. Where the pilot has a dual role (e.g. also the payload operator), the Certificate applicant will need to address any risks associated with the same person performing two functions.

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Note: The application must explain how the pilot is able to perform both functions with no adverse effects on piloting duties.

2. Visual Observers - Describe the training provided to or visual observers, and what makes them qualified to perform their duties.

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Note: Explain the training process for observers, and what makes them qualified to carry out observer duties.

3. System Maintainer - Describe the training provided to system maintainers, and what makes them qualified to carry out maintenance duties.

a. You may take into account previous aviation maintenance knowledge and experience (e.g. AME license, previous UAV maintenance experience, completion of a course on aviation maintenance, etc.) when describing how an individual is qualified to act as a maintainer.

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Note: The maintenance of a small UAV must be carried out by a well enough trained and experienced person, but that person does not need hold an AME licence ou to be part of an Aircraft Maintenance Organisation (AMO).

UAV System Airworthiness and Continuing Airworthiness

Note: Use of the term "airworthy" in this document means "in a fit and safe state for flight".

1. Describe how you have determined that the aircraft and the system are airworthy, including:

a. How the UAV system is designed to facilitate control of the UAV by the pilot and provide clear indications of UAV flight status;

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b. How the UAV will remain within its flight envelope;

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c. What redundancy is built in to flight critical components to ensure safe recovery of the UAV (e.g. automatic landing/recovery systems, flight termination systems, etc.);

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d. Operational history - accident rate as compared to total hours flown by the aircraft type. Corrective action taken to prevent future failures;

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e. Authorizations issued by other civilian or military authorities.

Note: copies of any such authorizations should be attached to this application.

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f. Describe/demonstrate that the UAV system can safely conduct the proposed operation.

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UAV System Maintenance

1. Describe how the UAV system is being maintained, including:

a. The use of maintenance and inspection manuals;

b. The use of maintenance and inspection plan/schedule;

c. Who established the maintenance schedule (e.g. UAV manufacturer); and

d. The keeping of maintenance records (e.g. aircraft, components, control station, C2 link, etc).

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OPERATIONS

Separation and Collision Avoidance

1. Describe what process will be used to ensure that the UAV remains separated from manned aircraft and how the risk of loss of separation/collision will be mitigated.

Note: The UAV must always give way to manned aircraft.

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Weather Limitations

1. Specify the weather conditions/limitations under which you intend to operate. This will include, as a minimum: visibility, distance from cloud, cloud ceiling, wind direction and speed, turbulence and temperatures.

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NOTE: Minimum weather conditions within the Quebec region are normally at least 3 statute miles visibility and 1000 feet ceilings or 500 feet above the maximum planned altitude.

2. Describe your system for assessing and monitoring the weather in order to comply with the applicable weather minima. This would include actual and forecasted weather along the flight path, and where applicable, the weather along the pre-programmed "lost link route" of flight.

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3. Applicants intending to conduct operations in icing conditions must demonstrate how the UAV can do so safely.

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Air Traffic Service Provider Coordination

1. Describe the coordination completed with the air traffic service provider responsible for supplying air traffic services for the airspace affected by the operation. Include copies of documentation that demonstrate that you have obtained necessary permissions/advised aerodrome authorities etc.

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Note: Validity of the SFOC is contingent upon the applicant coordinating with the applicable ATS Unit.

2. Describe your process for complying with ATS requirements, including two-way communication requirements.

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Provide information regarding crew qualifications and equipment which enables radio communications with ATS. The application should detail the frequencies and the ATS units to be contacted.

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Note: In some cases, you will need to notify other airspace users of the UAV activity You will need to work with the ATS provider and the Transport Canada to determine the need for a NOTAM.

Note: For operations within airspace requiring broadcast calls (MF or ATF among others), the application must demonstrate how and by whom this will be done.

Inadvertent Flight into Controlled Airspace and/or Fly-away

1. If not authorized to enter controlled airspace, the Certificate applicants must describe the following items in the event that there is an inadvertent flight into controlled airspace and/or fly-away:

a. A means of determining if they inadvertently enter controlled airspace;

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b. A plan to communicate with the ATS Unit where the UAV inadvertently flies into controlled airspace and cannot be immediately returned to the area of operation; and

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Note: The application must contain specific contact methods including telephone numbers and/or radio frequencies of the affected agencies.

c. The ability to contact, and know who to contact, if the UAV is no longer under control of the pilot and the UAV flies away.

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Note: The application must contain specific contact methods including telephone numbers and/or radio frequencies of the affected agencies.

UAV System Security

1. Provide the company procedures/processes that are to be utilized to manage physical and technical security of the UAV.

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UAV Operator Requirements

1. By checking the following box you are confirming that the UAV operator and the UAV pilot(s) meet the minimum age requirements of age 18.

2. Clearly outline how you intend to maintain an adequate management organization that is capable of exercising supervision and operational control over persons participating in the UAV system operations. This is a requirement for any UAV operation with more than one employee.

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3. UAV Operator Operating Procedures - Provide a description of the normal and emergency procedures for the intended operation to ensure the UAV will not create a hazard to other airspace users or persons or property on the ground. These procedures include:

a. Describe the flight release/authorization process.

b. Describe the pre-flight preparation/planning process, that address the following items, as applicable:

i. checking NOTAMS;

ii. filing ATC flight plan;

iii. weather briefing;

iv. fuel/energy and oil requirements;

v. weight and balance calculations;

vi. securing of cargo;

vii. radio frequency interference check; and

viii. carriage of dangerous goods;

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Note: The application must describe how this will be done. Simply stating the fact that the above items will be done is not acceptable.

c. Take-off/Launch, Flight and Landing/Recovery

i. Describe aborted take-off/launch procedures;

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ii. Describe landing/recovery procedures (e.g. programming of navigation system, go-around/balked landing, etc.);

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iii. Describe the policy on the use of checklists;

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Note: Any checklists and/or procedures must be provided as an attachment to this application.

iv. Describe crew coordination procedures (e.g. briefings, calls, etc.);

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v. If you are proposing to operate in hazardous conditions (e.g. icing, thunderstorms, white-out, windshear, etc.) describe the processes involved for such operations;

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vi. Describe the process in place to prevent incidents of interference with UAV system command and control links;

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vii. Describe how the UAV pilot will ensure that the UAV is maintained within the prescribed altitude and distance limitations;

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viii. If automation is used, describe the policy for the use, and discontinuation of use, of automated systems.

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d. Post flight

i. Describe your accident/incident reporting procedures.

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Note: The UAV Certificate Holder shall report Transport Canada Quebec Region as soon as possible, details of any of the following aviation occurrences during the operation of the UAV:

a. Injuries to any person requiring medical attention;

b. Unintended contact between the UAV and persons, livestock, vehicles, vessels or other structures;

c. Unanticipated damage incurred to the airframe, control station, payload or command and control links that adversely affects the performance or flight characteristics of the UAV;

d. Anytime the UAV is not kept within the geographic boundaries and/or altitude limits as outlined in this Certificate;

e. Any collision or risk of collision with another aircraft;

f. Anytime the UAV becomes uncontrollable, experiences a fly-away or is missing; and

g. Any other incident that results in a Canadian Aviation Daily Occurrence Report (CADORS).

Note: The UAV Certificate Holder shall not operate the UAV following any of the aviation occurrences listed in the condition above, until such time as this office approves its further operation. Any such approval for resumption of operations shall be documented.

ii. Describe your maintenance discrepancy reporting and requirements

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e. Emergencies

i. Describe your command and control link failure procedures;

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ii. Describe your loss of visual contact procedures;

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iii. Describe the procedures involved in the use of the flight termination system;

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iv. Describe your emergency landing/ditching procedures (e.g. engine failure, fuel/energy starvation, aircraft malfunction, etc.);

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v. Describe your control station failure procedures (e.g. loss of power, software, hardware, etc.);

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vi. Describe your communications failure procedures (e.g. ATC, visual observer, etc.);

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vii. Describe the following items in the event that there is an inadvertent flight into controlled airspace and/or fly-away:

1. The means by which it will be determined if the UAV inadvertently enters controlled airspace;

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2. The plan to communicate with the ATS Unit where the UAV inadvertently flies into controlled airspace and cannot be immediately returned to the area of operation. Include specific contact methods (telephone, radio, sat phone) and telephone numbers and/or radio frequencies of the affected agencies.

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Note: The Certificate holder shall have an Emergency Procedures Checklist immediately available for the operator to follow if the UAV flies away, including the applicable Nav Canada Area Control Centre Shift Manager and the local airport Control Tower or Flight Service Station phone numbers.

viii. Describe the procedures for notifying first responders (e.g. post crash response).

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4. Manuals and Records

a. Describe the manuals and records utilized to support safe operations

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b. Describe the general content of the records that are kept on your flight operations and describe how they are maintained and updated. Confirm whether they include the following information:

i. Location, date, times, crew, and aircraft type for each flight;

ii. Flight hours accumulated per aircraft; and

iii. UAV pilot-in-command(s) flight hours per day, month and year.

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5. Flight Duty Time Limitations and Rest Periods

a. Indicate maximum flight duty times and minimum rest periods and indicate the type of system that has been established to monitor the flight duty time, and time free from duty, of each flight crew member.

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6. Liability Insurance

By checking the following box you are confirming that the UAV operator subscribes to liability insurance in accordance with the requirements in Section 606.02 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations.

Note: Join a copy of your insurance policy with this SFOC application.

Note: SFOC will not be issued without a proof of liability insurance coverage.

7. Site Survey

a. Describe your methodology for conducting site surveys.

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Any other information you feel may be useful in assessing the safety of your proposed operation

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Note: Use this space to include any further relevant information that the inspector can use in assessing the application

Note: Use this space to include any further relevant information that will be necessary for the Inspector to assess the merits of the application.

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Describe any attachments provided as part of this application

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YOU MUST REVIEW AND UNDERSTAND THE STAFF INSTRUCTION (SI) 623-001_2en FOR THE PROCESSING OF AN UNMANNED AIR VEHICLE (UAV) SYSTEM SPECIAL FLIGHT OPERATIONS CERTIFRICATE (SFOC) PRIOR TO COMPLETING AND SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION TEMPLATE.

Example of a detailed flight plan

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Class E Airspace, Montreal FIR

Hydro-Québec Heliport– 5.7 km, 122.77 MHz, 514-346-7550

St-Jérôme Airport, CSN3 – 6.0 km, 122.77 Mhz, 450-438-0855

Mirabel Airport, YMX – 6.44 km, 119.1 MHz, 450-476-3141

Bell Helicopter Heliport – 11.27 km, 119.1 MHz, 450-971-6500, CYR 624

Property Limits

30 meter lines

Emergency exits

Secured accesses

Flight zone limits

Maximum flight altitude – 30 m

Owner’s authorization – YES

Neighbor located next to the flight zone (North-East side) advised - YES

Neighbor

UAV flightpath

Tree – 11 m

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