Printable Advanced Drone Exam Questions (Transport Canada)

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This page puts 50 practice questions for Transport Canada's Advanced Exam on one sheet you can print or save as a PDF, the same length as the real exam. They are spread across our 11 advanced topics: the certificate and recency rules, Standard 922 declarations, flying near and over people, controlled airspace, airports and heliports, EVLOS, sheltered and medium-drone operations, the flight review, METAR and TAF decoding, radio, SFOCs and occurrences, and crew resource management. The answer key, with a short explanation and the source of each answer, starts on a separate page after question 50.

Time yourself for 60 minutes to match the real exam. You need 40 out of 50 to pass, so treat anything below 44 as a sign to review. Check each miss against the CARs section, TC AIM paragraph or TP 15395 item named in the key. Every question is our own, written from official public sources, not copied from the confidential exam bank or a flight school course.

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1.How does TP 15395 classify an error that leads to an unsafe aircraft state or a CARs breach?
1. A major error, which still counts as a pass
2. A minor error, simply noted at the debrief
3. A critical error, which fails the review
4. A technical error, which the reviewer ignores
2.Which requirement applies to the Level 1 Complex certificate but not to the advanced certificate?
1. At least 20 hours of RPAS ground school
2. Passing the online Advanced exam
3. Being at least 16 years of age
4. Passing a flight review in the last 12 months
3.What frequency is normally the ATF at an uncontrolled aerodrome that has no UNICOM?
1. 118.0 MHz
2. 121.5 MHz
3. 123.2 MHz
4. 126.7 MHz
4.Which three things does a pilot need to fly in controlled airspace?
1. Advanced certificate, 922.04 drone and ANSP authorization
2. Any certificate, a filed flight plan and a radio licence
3. Advanced certificate, an SFOC and a working transponder
4. Basic certificate, liability insurance and a NOTAM
5.When is an SFOC for a special aviation event needed for a drone?
1. Only when the event has more than 50,000 spectators
2. Whenever a drone is flown within 5 NM of any airshow
3. Only if the drone flies higher than 400 ft above ground
4. When the drone performs in the event, as in a drone show
6.Which weather usually comes with stable air?
1. Gusty winds, very good visibility and towering cumulus
2. Thunderstorms building quickly during the afternoon
3. Showers with strong turbulence close to the ground
4. Smooth air but poor visibility, with haze or layer cloud
7.During take-off and landing of an EVLOS flight, where must the pilot and control station be?
1. At the visual observer's position downrange
2. Inside a vehicle moving with the drone
3. Anywhere within 5 NM of the drone
4. At the site set aside for take-off and landing
8.What is the main difference between a safety assurance declaration (SAD) and a pre-validated declaration (PVD)?
1. For a PVD, TC first reviews the declarant and issues a letter
2. A SAD lasts one year, while a PVD lasts the drone's whole life
3. A SAD is made by pilots, while a PVD is made by the RCMP
4. A PVD is only needed for drones that weigh under 250 g
9.Which is a recommended post-flight action after a near-people job?
1. Update the firmware right away from any website you find
2. Leave the batteries in the drone to keep them warm
3. Inspect for damage, remove batteries, log the flight
4. Skip the logbook entry if nothing went wrong today
10.Which certificate lets you transmit on an aviation VHF radio in Canada?
1. The ROC-A, issued by ISED
2. The advanced drone pilot certificate
3. An amateur radio basic licence
4. A NAV CANADA flight authorization
11.Before an operation with visual observers, what should the crew agree on?
1. Which observer gets the best view of the main shot
2. Who will post the photos and video online afterward
3. Consistent communication language for the mission
4. How much each observer will be paid for each flight
12.How long a flight must the candidate plan for the flight review?
1. At least 60 minutes, with three take-offs and three landings
2. At least 2 hours, covering a route of 10 NM or more
3. Exactly 5 minutes, hovering in one spot near the reviewer
4. At least 15 minutes, with one take-off and one full-stop landing
13.Besides the online Advanced exam, what else must you pass to get an advanced certificate?
1. A flight review with a TC-approved flight reviewer
2. A medical exam with a civil aviation medical examiner
3. A written test at a Transport Canada regional office
4. A 20-hour ground school course with a final exam
14.What does the generic procedure recommend you monitor while flying near an aerodrome?
1. The drone manufacturer's social media page
2. The airport's public Wi-Fi network for announcements
3. The local commercial radio station for traffic news
4. The aerodrome traffic frequency listed in the CFS or VNC
15.An airport's Class C airspace becomes Class E overnight. Does a basic pilot gain access?
1. Yes, as long as the runway lights are switched off
2. Yes, if the drone stays below 100 ft above ground
3. No, Class E is still controlled airspace
4. Yes, Class E is uncontrolled airspace at night
16.Your drone carries a Class 3B laser scanner. What must you do before flying?
1. Only tell the landowner where the laser will be used
2. Only check NOTAMs on the morning of the flight
3. Notify TC of the proposed outdoor laser operation
4. Nothing, since lasers on drones are always exempt
17.Which conditions produce high density altitude and poorer drone performance?
1. Any day with a high altimeter setting
2. Hot, humid air at a high-elevation site
3. Cold, dry air at sea level in winter
4. Cool air on a calm, overcast morning
18.Which operation still requires an SFOC—RPAS for an advanced pilot?
1. Flying a small drone 10 m from bystanders
2. Flying near a building as a sheltered operation
3. Flying six drones at once from a single station
4. Flying a declared drone in a Class D zone
19.Which declaration lets a small drone fly directly over people not involved?
1. 922.04, controlled airspace
2. 922.05, operations near people
3. 922.06, operations over people
4. 922.11, control station design
20.Which item belongs in a crew briefing for a near-people operation?
1. Escape manoeuvres and handling public interference
2. The pilot's flight hours logged in other countries
3. The make and model of every vehicle in the parking lot
4. The client's invoice, deposit and payment terms
21.What does a routine initial call to ATC contain, in order?
1. Only your registration number, repeated twice
2. Who you call, who you are, where, and what you want
3. Your name, the drone's price and the weather
4. What you want, your phone number and your address
22.You fly from a control station inside a van with the engine running. What hazard should you watch for?
1. Static from the van blocking your GPS signal
2. Heat from the van shortening drone battery life
3. Engine noise breaking the drone's compass
4. Carbon monoxide causing headache and drowsiness
23.In the fly-away exercise, which action is the candidate expected to take without delay?
1. Walk back to the take-off point and wait for its return
2. Delete the flight log to free up memory on the device
3. Record the drone's last direction and altitude seen
4. Switch the controller off and on to reset the radio link
24.An advanced pilot wants to meet recency by rewriting an exam. Which one may they use?
1. Only the Level 1 Complex exam
2. Only an exam taken at a flight school
3. Any RPAS exam, including the Small Basic exam
4. Only the Advanced exam they first passed
25.Under TC's generic established procedure, whom should you contact before flying near an aerodrome?
1. The local member of Parliament
2. The nearest drone retailer
3. The aerodrome operator
4. The Transportation Safety Board
26.Who authorizes drone flights in controlled airspace around a military aerodrome?
1. The provincial ministry of transportation for that area
2. NAV CANADA, through its NAV Drone tool, in every case
3. The Department of National Defence aerodrome authority
4. The manager of the nearest civilian airport in the region
27.What must accompany a medium- or high-complexity SFOC—RPAS application?
1. A letter of support signed by the local mayor
2. An RPAS operational risk assessment with its SAIL
3. A copy of the chief pilot's university transcript
4. A video of a previous flight recorded at the site
28.A report's weather group reads -RA BR. How do you decode it?
1. Heavy rain and blowing snow
2. Light rain and mist
3. Rain ending and breaking cloud
4. Moderate rain with hail and fog
29.How far may the drone be from the pilot, control station and visual observer during EVLOS?
1. No limit in Class G
2. No more than 5 NM
3. No more than 2 NM
4. No more than 0.5 NM
30.What does a 922.05 declaration assure about the drone?
1. It can fly beyond visual line-of-sight in any airspace
2. Its position is accurate to within one metre at all times
3. No combination of failures can ever cause any injury
4. A single failure causing severe injury on the ground is remote
31.Your drone is declared to 922.06. Can you fly over spectators at a public sporting event without other permission?
1. No, an advertised event still needs an SFOC—RPAS
2. Yes, a 922.06 declaration covers flights over any crowd
3. Yes, if the event organizer approves the flight in writing
4. Yes, as long as you stay above 100 ft over the spectators
32.Which frequency range is used for aeronautical VHF voice communications in Canada?
1. 2.4 to 2.5 GHz
2. 118 to 137 MHz
3. 400 to 470 MHz
4. 88 to 108 MHz
33.In threat and error management, what is an 'error'?
1. An action or inaction that leads away from intentions
2. A fault found in the drone during the inspection
3. Any change in the weather during the flight
4. A comment from a bystander about drone noise
34.What must you pass before booking a flight review for the advanced certificate?
1. A ROC-A radio exam
2. The Flight Reviewer exam
3. The Level 1 Complex exam
4. The online Advanced exam
35.A 15-year-old with a basic certificate wants to fly near people at a film shoot. How can they do it legally?
1. Alone, since a basic certificate covers every VLOS flight
2. Only after turning 18 and getting a Level 1 Complex certificate
3. Alone, if a parent signs the production company's waiver
4. Under direct supervision of an advanced certificate holder
36.While you fly near an uncontrolled aerodrome, a small plane joins the circuit. What does TC recommend?
1. Land the drone and reassess the situation
2. Keep flying, since you were there first
3. Fly toward the runway so the pilot sees you
4. Climb above the plane so it can pass beneath
37.Can an advanced pilot fly above 400 ft AGL in controlled airspace without an SFOC?
1. Yes, but only within 100 ft of a structure
2. No, controlled airspace is limited to 300 ft
3. No, any flight above 400 ft always needs an SFOC
4. Yes, if the ANSP authorization allows that altitude
38.Which occurrence will the TSB investigate?
1. A 40 kg drone accident
2. A battery fire while charging
3. A microdrone hitting a fence
4. A 2 kg drone lost at sea
39.How do you read the group A3006 in a METAR?
1. Airport elevation of 3,006 ft above sea level
2. Visibility of 3 miles in the afternoon
3. Aircraft ceiling at 3,006 ft above ground
4. Altimeter setting 30.06 inches of mercury
40.Above 400 ft AGL in uncontrolled airspace, what does an advanced pilot need?
1. Only a 922.08 declaration
2. An SFOC—RPAS
3. Only a NAV Drone authorization
4. Only a sheltered-operation plan
41.What is the maximum individual fine for flying an advanced operation without the required safety declaration?
1. $25,000
2. $1,000
3. $250
4. $5,000
42.For a near-people job in a busy plaza, which planning step does TP 15263 stress?
1. Turning off the drone's position lights to avoid distraction
2. Booking the flight for late at night when it is quiet
3. Choosing the brightest possible drone colour
4. Assessing public access and crowd control
43.When talking with aviation traffic, how is 'altitude' different from 'height'?
1. Altitude is above sea level; height is above the ground
2. They mean the same and can be used either way
3. Altitude is above the ground; height is above sea level
4. Altitude is in metres; height is in feet
44.Why is FPV flying risky for detect-and-avoid?
1. It is illegal at any height below 100 ft above ground
2. It makes the drone invisible to air traffic radar
3. It always drains the battery twice as fast as normal
4. It cuts the pilot off from the surrounding airspace
45.Which is a requirement for the flight reviewer rating?
1. Owning at least two registered medium-size drones
2. Holding a commercial pilot licence for aeroplanes
3. Being at least 16 years old with a basic certificate
4. Holding an advanced certificate for at least 6 months
46.Your flight review was 14 months ago and you never applied for the certificate. What now?
1. Apply after paying a late fee in the portal
2. Apply anyway, since a flight review never expires
3. Do a new flight review; it must be within 12 months
4. Apply after first retaking the Small Basic exam
47.At what height do propeller aeroplanes normally fly the circuit at an uncontrolled aerodrome?
1. 5,000 ft above sea level
2. 2,500 ft above aerodrome elevation
3. 1,000 ft above aerodrome elevation
4. 400 ft above aerodrome elevation
48.Which item may the ANSP ask for in a controlled-airspace request?
1. The pilot's civil aviation medical certificate number
2. The client's municipal business licence number
3. Procedures and flight profiles for a lost C2 link
4. The drone's purchase price and the store it came from
49.What distance from people does TC suggest as best practice for a tethered drone?
1. Half the tether's length
2. The tether length minus 5 m
3. The tether length plus at least 5 m
4. Exactly 30 m in every case
50.In a TAF, what does TEMPO 2818/2901 1 1/2SM -SN mean?
1. A 30% chance of snow between those two times only
2. Temporary drops to 1½ SM in light snow then
3. Visibility will slowly improve to 1½ SM by 0100Z
4. A permanent change to 1½ SM from 1800Z on the 28th

Answer key with explanations

1. C — A critical error, which fails the review
Critical errors are mismanaged actions that compromise safety, such as non-compliance with the CARs, and they constitute a failure. Minor errors are inconsequential; major errors reduce the safety margin.
The flight review · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 7 Flight review, TP 15395 — Errors
2. A — At least 20 hours of RPAS ground school
Level 1 Complex needs age 18, the Advanced exam, 20 hours of ground school, the Level 1 Complex exam and a flight review within 12 months. The ground school is the item the advanced certificate does not require.
Advanced certificate, privileges and recency · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 1 Advanced certificate, CAR 901.90 / AIM RPA 3.4.3.2 — Level 1 Complex
3. C — 123.2 MHz
The ATF is normally the UNICOM frequency, or 123.2 MHz where there is no UNICOM. 121.5 is the emergency frequency and 126.7 is used en route.
Airports, heliports and aerodrome traffic · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 5 Airports and heliports, AIM RAC 4.5.5 — ATF
4. A — Advanced certificate, 922.04 drone and ANSP authorization
All three are required: an advanced (or Level 1 Complex) certificate, a drone declared to Standard 922.04, and an authorization from the air navigation service provider.
Operations in controlled airspace · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 4 Controlled airspace, AIM RPA 3.2.3.2 — Conditions
5. D — When the drone performs in the event, as in a drone show
An SFOC for a special aviation event is required when the drone is a performer. Filming or security at the event is handled like an advertised event SFOC.
SFOC applications, payloads, records and occurrences · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 10 Operations and risk, AIM RPA 3.2.29.1 — Special aviation events
6. D — Smooth air but poor visibility, with haze or layer cloud
Stable air resists vertical movement, giving smooth conditions, layered (stratus) cloud and poor visibility in haze or smog. Unstable air brings good visibility, turbulence and cumulus or showers.
Aviation weather reports and meteorology · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 8 Meteorology, TP 15263 Section 4 — Stability
7. D — At the site set aside for take-off and landing
For EVLOS and sheltered operations, the pilot and control station must be at the take-off, launch, landing or recovery site at the time of those activities.
EVLOS, sheltered operations, medium drones and SFOCs · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 6 EVLOS, sheltered and medium, CAR 901.74(1)(a) — Location during launch
8. A — For a PVD, TC first reviews the declarant and issues a letter
A SAD is a self-declaration by the manufacturer or modifier. A PVD requires TC to review the applicant first and issue a letter of acceptance, and brings duties such as service difficulty reporting and annual reports.
Safety assurance declarations (Standard 922) · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 2 Safety declarations, AIM RPA 3.4.4.1 — SAD vs PVD
9. C — Inspect for damage, remove batteries, log the flight
Recommended post-flight actions include downloading data, checking for damage, cleaning and drying, removing batteries, recording information in logs and packing per the manual.
Flying near and over people · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 3 Near and over people, TP 15263 Section 6 — Post-flight actions
10. A — The ROC-A, issued by ISED
Section 33 of the Radiocommunication Regulations requires a Restricted Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualification (ROC-A) from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.
Radio communications · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 9 Radiotelephony, AIM COM 1.2 — Operator's certificate
11. C — Consistent communication language for the mission
The crew should agree beforehand on consistent communication terms so VOs can report traffic, hazards, relative distance, altitude and path quickly and clearly.
Crew resource management and human factors · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 11 CRM and human factors, AIM RPA 3.2.8 — Visual observer briefing
12. D — At least 15 minutes, with one take-off and one full-stop landing
TP 15395 asks for a planned flight of at least 15 minutes simulating a normal operation, with at least one take-off and one full-stop landing.
The flight review · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 7 Flight review, TP 15395 — Planning exercise
13. A — A flight review with a TC-approved flight reviewer
Section 901.64 requires the Advanced exam and a flight review conducted under Standard 921.02 by a qualified flight reviewer. Twenty hours of ground school is a Level 1 Complex requirement.
Advanced certificate, privileges and recency · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 1 Advanced certificate, CAR 901.64 — Issuance of advanced certificate
14. D — The aerodrome traffic frequency listed in the CFS or VNC
Pilots should keep a listening watch on the aerodrome traffic frequency. Transmitting on it requires a ROC-A radio certificate.
Airports, heliports and aerodrome traffic · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 5 Airports and heliports, AIM RPA 3.4.1.3 — Listening watch
15. C — No, Class E is still controlled airspace
When the tower is not operating, Class C or D becomes Class E, which is still controlled. The advanced conditions, including ANSP authorization, still apply.
Operations in controlled airspace · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 4 Controlled airspace, AIM RPA 3.2.3.2 — Class C/D
16. C — Notify TC of the proposed outdoor laser operation
Lasers other than Class 1/1M, or under 1 mW or with a non-visible beam, need a Notice of Proposal to Conduct Outdoor Laser Operation(s) to TC under CAR 601.21; allow at least 30 days.
SFOC applications, payloads, records and occurrences · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 10 Operations and risk, AIM RPA 3.2.31 — Lasers
17. B — Hot, humid air at a high-elevation site
High temperature, high elevation and humidity lower air density, raising density altitude and reducing lift, thrust and hover ceiling.
Aviation weather reports and meteorology · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 8 Meteorology, TP 15263 Section 4 — Density altitude
18. C — Flying six drones at once from a single station
More than five drones in VLOS from one control station needs an SFOC. The other operations are allowed under the advanced rules with the right declarations and authorizations.
EVLOS, sheltered operations, medium drones and SFOCs · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 6 EVLOS, sheltered and medium, AIM RPA 3.6.1 — SFOC operations
19. C — 922.06, operations over people
Under 5 m or over people requires Standard 922.06 (or 922.07, which supersedes it).
Safety assurance declarations (Standard 922) · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 2 Safety declarations, CAR 901.69(c) / Standard 922.06
20. A — Escape manoeuvres and handling public interference
TP 15263 lists briefing items such as roles, plan, limits, emergency procedures, airspace conflicts and escape manoeuvres, fly-aways, public interference, recovery area and a sterile control area.
Flying near and over people · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 3 Near and over people, TP 15263 Section 6 — Crew briefing
21. B — Who you call, who you are, where, and what you want
A standard initial call names the station being called, identifies the caller, gives the position and states the request. Keep it short and clear.
Radio communications · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 9 Radiotelephony, TP 15263 Section 8 — Routine call
22. D — Carbon monoxide causing headache and drowsiness
TP 15263 lists toxic hazards such as carbon monoxide from a ground control station vehicle. Symptoms include headache, drowsiness and confusion, which impair the pilot.
Crew resource management and human factors · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 11 CRM and human factors, TP 15263 Section 3 — Carbon monoxide
23. C — Record the drone's last direction and altitude seen
For a fly-away, the candidate should record their position and the drone's last seen direction and altitude, estimate remaining flight time and contact the appropriate facility without delay.
The flight review · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 7 Flight review, TP 15395 — Fly-away item
24. C — Any RPAS exam, including the Small Basic exam
Certificate holders can pass any RPAS pilot exam, basic, advanced or Level 1 Complex, to meet recency regardless of their certificate. Failing a recency attempt does not invalidate an existing certificate.
Advanced certificate, privileges and recency · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 1 Advanced certificate, AIM RPA 3.4.3.3 — Recency by any exam
25. C — The aerodrome operator
The generic procedure asks pilots to inform the aerodrome operator of the operation, whether the airspace is controlled or not, and to research the site in the CFS and charts during the site survey.
Airports, heliports and aerodrome traffic · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 5 Airports and heliports, AIM RPA 3.4.1.3 — Generic procedure
26. C — The Department of National Defence aerodrome authority
Controlled airspace under the Minister of National Defence requires a flight authorization from the military aerodrome authority; contact details are in the CFS, NRC tool or NAV Drone.
Operations in controlled airspace · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 4 Controlled airspace, TC Where to fly — DND airspace
27. B — An RPAS operational risk assessment with its SAIL
For medium and high complexity operations, applicants complete an RPAS Operational Risk Assessment under AC 903-001 and submit the SAIL with the application.
SFOC applications, payloads, records and occurrences · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 10 Operations and risk, AIM RPA 3.6.2 — Risk assessment
28. B — Light rain and mist
The minus sign means light, RA is rain and BR is mist (visibility 5/8 SM or more). Heavy would be shown with a plus sign.
Aviation weather reports and meteorology · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 8 Meteorology, MET 8.2 — Present weather
29. C — No more than 2 NM
During EVLOS and sheltered operations, the drone must stay within 2 nautical miles (about 3.7 km) of the pilot and control station, and in EVLOS also of the visual observer.
EVLOS, sheltered operations, medium drones and SFOCs · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 6 EVLOS, sheltered and medium, CAR 901.74(1)(b) — EVLOS range
30. D — A single failure causing severe injury on the ground is remote
A 922.05 declaration assures that the probability of a single failure resulting in severe injury to a person on the ground is remote. 922.06 goes further for flight over people.
Safety assurance declarations (Standard 922) · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 2 Safety declarations, AIM RPA 3.4.4.4 — 922.05
31. A — No, an advertised event still needs an SFOC—RPAS
Over-people declarations do not replace the SFOC—RPAS required to fly at an advertised event or within 100 ft of its boundary.
Flying near and over people · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 3 Near and over people, CAR 901.41 / AIM RPA 3.2.29 — Advertised events
32. B — 118 to 137 MHz
Aeronautical voice communications use VHF-AM from 118 to 137 MHz with 25 kHz channel spacing. 88–108 MHz is FM broadcast radio and 2.4 GHz is common for drone control links.
Radio communications · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 9 Radiotelephony, AIM COM 1.1 — VHF band
33. A — An action or inaction that leads away from intentions
An error is an action or inaction by the crew that leads to a variance from operational or crew intentions or expectations. Threats are external; errors come from the crew.
Crew resource management and human factors · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 11 CRM and human factors, TP 15395 — Threat and error management
34. D — The online Advanced exam
Candidates must pass the RPAS Advanced Operations exam before the advanced flight review. The flight reviewer verifies this using the exam reference number.
The flight review · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 7 Flight review, TC Complete a flight review — Before you start
35. D — Under direct supervision of an advanced certificate holder
A person without the advanced certificate, including someone under 16, may conduct advanced operations under the direct supervision of an advanced or Level 1 Complex holder. The drone still needs the right declaration.
Advanced certificate, privileges and recency · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 1 Advanced certificate, CAR 901.63(2) — Direct supervision
36. A — Land the drone and reassess the situation
TC recommends landing and reassessing when traditional aircraft are operating, and contacting the operator to learn local circuit procedures if activity is regular. Drones always give way.
Airports, heliports and aerodrome traffic · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 5 Airports and heliports, AIM RPA 3.4.1.3 — Traditional traffic
37. D — Yes, if the ANSP authorization allows that altitude
CAR 901.71(2) lets a pilot exceed the 901.25 limits in controlled airspace if the air traffic services provider authorizes it. Above 400 ft in uncontrolled airspace still needs an SFOC.
Operations in controlled airspace · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 4 Controlled airspace, CAR 901.71(2) — Above 400 ft
38. A — A 40 kg drone accident
The TSB investigates accidents involving drones over 25 kg, deaths or serious injuries from contact with a small drone, and any collision between a drone and a traditional aircraft.
SFOC applications, payloads, records and occurrences · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 10 Operations and risk, AIM RPA 3.2.37 — TSB
39. D — Altimeter setting 30.06 inches of mercury
A is the altimeter setting group; put a decimal point after the second digit, so A3006 is 30.06 in. Hg.
Aviation weather reports and meteorology · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 8 Meteorology, MET 8.2 — Altimeter
40. B — An SFOC—RPAS
Flying above 400 ft AGL in uncontrolled airspace requires an SFOC—RPAS. In controlled airspace, an ANSP authorization can allow it instead.
EVLOS, sheltered operations, medium drones and SFOCs · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 6 EVLOS, sheltered and medium, AIM RPA 3.6.1 — SFOC operations
41. B — $1,000
Individuals face fines up to $1,000 and corporations up to $5,000 for flying without the required drone safety assurance declaration.
Safety assurance declarations (Standard 922) · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 2 Safety declarations, TC Advanced operations — Penalties
42. D — Assessing public access and crowd control
TP 15263 asks pilots to assess public access and determine crowd control needs, plan launch and recovery points, safety perimeters and alternate recovery areas.
Flying near and over people · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 3 Near and over people, TP 15263 Section 6 — Site control
43. A — Altitude is above sea level; height is above the ground
Aviation altitudes are normally referenced to sea level (ASL), while height is above ground (AGL). Mixing them up on the radio can mislead other pilots about where your drone is.
Radio communications · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 9 Radiotelephony, TP 15263 Section 8 — Height vs altitude
44. D — It cuts the pilot off from the surrounding airspace
FPV gives an immersive view but greatly reduces the pilot's ability to scan for other aircraft and to notice hazards nearby, so visual observers must be used.
Crew resource management and human factors · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 11 CRM and human factors, AIM RPA 3.2.26 — FPV
45. D — Holding an advanced certificate for at least 6 months
A flight reviewer applicant must be at least 18, hold an advanced or Level 1 Complex certificate for at least 6 months and meet recency, pass the 30-question Flight Reviewer exam (80%) and be affiliated with a training provider.
The flight review · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 7 Flight review, CAR 901.176 / AIM RPA 3.5.2 — Flight reviewer rating
46. C — Do a new flight review; it must be within 12 months
The flight review must be completed within the 12 months before the application. After that, a new review is needed.
Advanced certificate, privileges and recency · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 1 Advanced certificate, CAR 901.64(c) — Flight review timing
47. C — 1,000 ft above aerodrome elevation
Unless the CFS gives another height, propeller aeroplanes fly the circuit at 1,000 ft AAE; large and turbine aircraft about 1,500 ft AAE; helicopters often at 500 ft closer to the runway.
Airports, heliports and aerodrome traffic · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 5 Airports and heliports, AIM RAC 4.5 — Circuit height
48. C — Procedures and flight profiles for a lost C2 link
Section 901.71 lists information such as date, time and duration, drone details and registration, area boundaries, pilot contact and certificate number, lost-link procedures, emergency procedures and time to terminate.
Operations in controlled airspace · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 4 Controlled airspace, CAR 901.71(1) — Information
49. C — The tether length plus at least 5 m
Best practice is to stay at least the length of the tether plus 5 m from people, and to allow room for debris thrown in a crash.
SFOC applications, payloads, records and occurrences · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 10 Operations and risk, AIM RPA 3.2.38 — Tether distance
50. B — Temporary drops to 1½ SM in light snow then
TEMPO describes temporary fluctuations during the stated period, here between 1800Z on the 28th and 0100Z on the 29th. FM is a lasting change and PROB gives a probability.
Aviation weather reports and meteorology · Based on: TC drone rules: CARs Part IX and TC AIM RPA chapter (Oct 2026), Ch. 8 Meteorology, MET 7.3 — Change groups

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Does Transport Canada publish sample advanced exam questions?

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