RPAS Systems Operations Book

The RPAS Systems Operations Book gives drone pilots a professionally structured PDF template to build their operational handbook and checklists, removing one of the most common barriers to completing the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS flight review.

• Built for the flight review requirement - Transport Canada Advanced RPAS certification requires documented operational procedures. This template gives you a structured starting point so you are not building your handbook from a blank page.
• Pre-compiled operational and emergency checklists - Operational checklists, emergency procedures, and key drone operational requirements are already organized and formatted -- ready for you to adapt to your specific aircraft and operations.
• A template, not a finished document - Designed to be customized. Use it as the foundation for your own compliant operational handbook rather than a generic document that may not reflect your actual equipment and procedures.
• Instant access via email after purchase - The PDF download link is sent to your email shortly after purchase. Check your spam folder if it does not arrive within 12 hours, or contact our team directly.

⚠️ Please Note: After purchase, your item will be emailed to you within 24 hours, subject to availability. If you need it quickly, give us a call at 1-888-461-5742 and we'll confirm inventory for you! 

Overview and Who It's For

The RPAS Systems Operations Book is a downloadable PDF template designed to help drone pilots structure and build the operational documentation required for the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS flight review. It compiles operational checklists, emergency checklists, and relevant drone operational requirements into an organized, ready-to-customize format.

This is a template resource -- not a completed handbook. It provides the structure and starting content you need to create your own compliant operational documentation specific to your aircraft, payloads, and operational context. Pilots who have attempted to build this documentation from scratch frequently cite the lack of a clear starting format as a significant obstacle. This template removes that barrier.

After purchase, the PDF download link is sent to the email address used at checkout. If it does not arrive within 12 hours, check your spam folder or contact our support team.

Best suited for:

• Pilots preparing for the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS flight review - particularly those who have completed ground school and flight training but are not yet sure how to structure their operational handbook
• Professional operators in any vertical - public safety, forestry, mining, energy, inspection, and indigenous land management -- who need documented procedures as part of their operational program
• New drone program managers building a compliant operational framework from the ground up

What's Included

• RPAS Systems Operations Book PDF x1
  • Operational checklists
  • Emergency checklists
  • Drone operational requirements reference
  • Delivered via email download link after purchase

Note: This is a digital product. The download link will be sent to the email address provided at checkout. Please allow up to 12 hours for delivery and check your spam folder before contacting support. If you need it urgently, call us at 1-888-461-5742.

Training and Certification

Operating under Transport Canada's basic RPAS rules requires a valid Basic Pilot Certificate. Candrone Academy offers online ground school and exam prep for pilots looking to get certified or upgrade to Advanced.

For teams deploying this aircraft in public safety or professional contexts, Advanced RPAS Certification unlocks operations near people and in controlled airspace commonly required for municipal, SAR, and emergency services use.

• Explore Candrone Academy training
• Book a free consultation

FAQs

Is this a completed handbook I can submit directly for my flight review? No. This is a template designed to be customized. You are required to adapt the content to reflect your specific aircraft, payloads, and operational procedures before using it for your flight review. Submitting a generic, unmodified template is unlikely to meet the Transport Canada reviewer's expectations.

What is included in the template? The template includes pre-structured operational checklists, emergency checklists, and a compiled reference of key drone operational requirements - organized in a format you can adapt and build from.

How is the product delivered? After purchase, a PDF download link is sent to the email address used at checkout. Allow up to 12 hours for delivery. If you do not receive it, check your spam folder first, then contact support@candrone.com or call 1-888-461-5742.

Do I need this to get my Basic RPAS certificate? No. The Basic Pilot Certificate does not require an in-person flight review or operational handbook documentation. This template is specifically relevant for pilots pursuing the Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate.

Can I use this template for my entire drone program, not just the flight review? Yes. While it is designed with the flight review in mind, the operational and emergency checklists are practical tools for any drone program requiring documented procedures - regardless of whether a formal review is upcoming.