Drone Pilot Training for Emergency Response

Take the first step in understanding how drones are regulated and operated in Canada. This course is designed for beginners who want to prepare for the Transport Canada Basic Operations Certificate exam. Students will learn the essential rules, safety procedures, and operational knowledge required for legal and responsible drone flying.

Canadian drone regulations, Basic Operations requirements, airspace awareness, weather basics, flight safety, emergency procedures, pre-flight checks, and responsible drone operation. Students will also practice exam-style questions to better understand the structure and key knowledge areas of the Transport Canada Basic exam.

Beginners, recreational drone users, students, hobby pilots, and anyone who wants to legally fly drones in Canada under Basic Operations. This course is also suitable for learners who have little or no aviation background and want a clear starting point before moving into advanced drone training.

This course is designed for students who want to prepare for the Transport Canada Advanced Operations Certificate exam. It provides a deeper understanding of drone regulations, controlled airspace, flight planning, and operational risk management. The course helps students build the knowledge required for more professional and complex drone operations.

Advanced RPAS regulations, controlled airspace requirements, flight planning, navigation, weather interpretation, human factors, emergency procedures, radio communication concepts, risk management, and operational decision-making. Students will also review exam-style questions and key topics commonly tested in the Advanced Operations exam.

Drone pilots who want to operate in controlled airspace, fly closer to people, pursue commercial drone work, or continue toward professional RPAS operations. This course is ideal for students who already understand basic drone flying and want to prepare for the next level of certification.

This course introduces students to the knowledge required for Level 1 Complex Operations under Canada’s developing RPAS framework. It focuses on higher-level operational planning, risk assessment, safety management, and regulatory compliance for more advanced drone missions. The course is designed for pilots who want to move beyond standard operations and prepare for future professional opportunities.

Complex operation planning, advanced safety procedures, operational risk assessment, airspace considerations, mission preparation, emergency response planning, compliance requirements, documentation, crew coordination, and professional decision-making. Students will explore real-world scenarios such as inspection, mapping, public safety support, surveying, and specialized commercial drone operations.

Experienced drone pilots, commercial operators, advanced students, and organizations preparing for more complex RPAS missions. This course is suitable for learners who want to understand Canada’s higher-level drone operation framework and prepare for future professional, industrial, or specialized drone applications.

Take the first step in understanding how drones are revolutionizing Search & Rescue and emergency response operations. Drone Aware™ is a self-paced, introductory course designed for individuals working alongside drone teams. Gain foundational knowledge of drone capabilities and safe practices, with real-world examples, such as providing overwatch during SAR missions or delivering supplies to isolated teams.

SAR Applications: Understand how drones support SAR tasks and emergency operations, such as aerial reconnaissance, terrain mapping, and situational awareness
Safe Practices: Learn safe operating procedures for working alongside drones in ground-based rescue efforts and challenging environments
Communication Skills: Develop effective communication techniques to coordinate seamlessly with drone operators during missions
Realistic Expectations: Set practical expectations for drone capabilities in high-stakes emergency scenarios

This self-paced course consists of 7 engaging modules, interactive quizzes, videos, and a final assessment where participants will receive a Certificate of Completion supported by NFPA 2400, EMCR POGs, and Transport Canada regulations.

SAR personnel and emergency responders working with external drone teams
Team members supporting drone operations without specialized training
Organizations like RCMP, CASARA, or SAR teams using external drone support

Take the first step in understanding how drones are revolutionizing Search & Rescue and emergency response operations. Drone Aware™ is a self-paced, introductory course designed for individuals working alongside drone teams. Gain foundational knowledge of drone capabilities and safe practices, with real-world examples, such as providing overwatch during SAR missions or delivering supplies to isolated teams.

SAR Applications: Understand how drones support SAR tasks and emergency operations, such as aerial reconnaissance, terrain mapping, and situational awareness
Safe Practices: Learn safe operating procedures for working alongside drones in ground-based rescue efforts and challenging environments
Communication Skills: Develop effective communication techniques to coordinate seamlessly with drone operators during missions
Realistic Expectations: Set practical expectations for drone capabilities in high-stakes emergency scenarios

This self-paced course consists of 7 engaging modules, interactive quizzes, videos, and a final assessment where participants will receive a Certificate of Completion supported by NFPA 2400, EMCR POGs, and Transport Canada regulations.

SAR personnel and emergency responders working with external drone teams
Team members supporting drone operations without specialized training
Organizations like RCMP, CASARA, or SAR teams using external drone support