LEVEL 1 COMPLEX /
BVLOS CERTIFICATION
Advanced training for pilots preparing for complex and extended drone operations beyond standard visual-line-of-sight workflows.
PREPARE FOR COMPLEX OPERATIONS
Build the planning, operating, and decision-making knowledge required for more demanding drone missions and extended operations.
Level 1 Complex Regulatory Framework
CARs Part IX Division VI, BVLOS vs. EVLOS vs. sheltered operations, when an SFOC is required, and RPOC requirements.
BVLOS Operations
Operational limits, uncontrolled airspace, altitude limits, population-distance requirements, and Transport Canada population-density definitions.
EVLOS Operations
Extended Visual Line of Sight, Visual Observer requirements, VO responsibilities, communication protocols, handoffs, and operating range.
Sheltered Operations
Transport Canada sheltered-operation definitions, Advanced and Level 1 Complex privileges, and sheltered-environment risk assessment.
Medium RPAS Operations
Medium RPA requirements, aircraft from 25–150 kg, Standard 922 declarations, airworthiness requirements, and VLOS/BVLOS considerations.
Detect and Avoid
DAA requirements under Standard 922, Standard 923 vision-based DAA, pre-validated declarations, C2-link reliability, redundancy, and BVLOS platform requirements.
TP 15530 Knowledge Areas
Advanced airspace, CRM, system safety, Operational Risk Assessment, CONOPS, contingency volumes, flight geography, and ground-risk buffers.
RPOC Requirements
RPAS Operator Certificate requirements, accountable executive, safety management system, Drone Operations Manual, training documentation, and fleet maintenance records.
Emergency Procedures — BVLOS
Lost-link procedures, contingency-volume activation, unplanned landing zones, accident reporting, and TSB notification.
Exam and Flight Review Preparation
TP 15530 review, Level 1 Complex exam structure, practice questions, Flight Review criteria, and Drone Management Portal application process.
WHAT YOU'LL BE ABLE TO DO AFTER A1-103
By the end of the course, participants will have worked through the advanced regulatory, BVLOS, EVLOS, operational risk, RPOC, and emergency-procedure knowledge required to prepare for the Transport Canada Level 1 Complex exam and in-person Flight Review.
Apply Level 1 Complex Knowledge
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the TP 15530 Level 1 Complex Operations exam topics and apply that knowledge when preparing for complex drone operations.
Understand BVLOS Operating Limits
You will understand the operational limits that apply to BVLOS missions, including airspace, altitude, and population density requirements.
Plan EVLOS Operations
You will be able to plan and conduct EVLOS operations while understanding how trained Visual Observers support safe and compliant flight operations.
Understand RPOC Requirements
You will understand the organizational requirements associated with an RPOC and how they apply to Level 1 Complex operations.
Meet the Ground School Requirement
You will complete the required instructor-led ground school training aligned with the TC 20-hour requirement under Standard 921.08.
Prepare for the Exam & Flight Review
You will be better prepared for the Transport Canada Level 1 Complex exam and the required in-person Flight Review.
READY FOR COMPLEX & BVLOS OPERATIONS?
Secure your seat in our upcoming A1-103 Level 1 Complex certification training and master extended flight workflows.
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QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU ENROLL?
A1-103 is designed for pilots who already hold a Transport Canada Advanced certificate and are preparing for Level 1 Complex, BVLOS, EVLOS, sheltered operations, medium RPAS, or more complex RPAS operations.
Students must hold a Transport Canada Advanced certificate and be at least 18 years old.
Yes. The course is structured as instructor-led ground school meeting the Transport Canada 20-hour minimum for Level 1 Complex Operations, once delivery requirements are confirmed.
Yes. A1-103 covers BVLOS operational limits, uncontrolled airspace, altitude limits, population density requirements, EVLOS, sheltered operations, medium RPAS, detect and avoid, and emergency procedures.
Confirm current delivery status with Vantage Drone School before enrolling. Level 1 Complex training is governed by Standard 921.08 delivery requirements.