Tag: Drone Pilot Training
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Wingman Wednesday: “There’s nothing scarier than a drone pilot who doesn’t follow the rules”
There’s nothing scarier than a drone pilot who doesn’t follow the rules. 🎃 This Halloween Gala Week, Sky Commander brings you five frightening real-world flight mistakes — and the quick fixes that keep you safe. Read on before your next mission becomes a monster story.
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🚨 The 2025 NAV CANADA Update: What It Means for You (And How to Be BVLOS-Ready Before Everyone Else)
Major NAV CANADA updates take effect in November 2025 — including expanded BVLOS trial zones, faster controlled airspace authorizations, and updated pilot profile requirements. Learn what’s changing, why it matters, and how to get BVLOS-ready before the rest of the industry.
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🛩️ Wingman Wednesday: Operational Risk Assessment – Your First Line of Defense
Before your drone ever leaves the ground, one decision can define your entire mission: Did you assess the risks? In this week’s Wingman Wednesday, we break down how operational risk assessment isn’t just a checkbox—it’s your crew’s first line of defense. From weather and powerlines to people and terrain, learn how the pros at Sky…
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🧭 Multirotor vs. Fixed-Wing: Choosing the Right Drone for the Mission
When it comes to drone operations, the right aircraft choice can make or break your mission. In Episode 22 of the Sky Commander Academy Podcast, we break down the differences between multirotor and fixed-wing RPAS—covering endurance, payload, terrain, compliance, and more—so you can fly smarter, safer, and with purpose.
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🎧 Season 2 Takes Flight May 26 – Sky Commander Academy Podcast: Your Elite Prep for Canada’s Advanced Drone Exam
Season 2 of the Sky Commander Academy Podcast launches May 26! Get elite, no-cost training designed to help you crush Canada’s Advanced RPAS drone exam. Whether you’re commuting, working, or flying—this podcast gets you certified and mission-ready. Subscribe now and fly like a pro.
Sky Commander – Drone Inspections & Aerial Intelligence 