Candrone Drone Flight Review Booking + Prep Course

The Candrone Drone Flight Review Booking and Prep Course delivers the in-person Transport Canada flight review required to obtain your Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate, conducted by a Candrone certified flight reviewer.

• Required step for Advanced RPAS certification -- Transport Canada mandates an in-person flight review with a certified reviewer to obtain an Advanced Pilot Certificate. This is that step -- not required for Basic certificate holders.
• Conducted by a Candrone certified flight reviewer -- Your review is assessed by a qualified, Transport Canada recognised reviewer with the experience to evaluate real operational readiness, not just checklist compliance.
• Prep course included to ensure you arrive ready -- Preparation guidance is built into the booking to help you understand what to expect, what will be assessed, and how to demonstrate the competencies required to pass.
• The final step before you fly professionally -- Once you pass, your Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate unlocks operations near people, in controlled airspace, and across the full range of professional deployment contexts.

Overview and Who It's For

The Drone Flight Review is the Transport Canada-mandated in-person assessment required to obtain an Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate. It evaluates a pilot's ability to safely and competently operate a remotely piloted aircraft system in real conditions, and must be conducted by a Transport Canada recognised certified flight reviewer.

This booking includes access to Candrone's prep course material to help you understand the assessment criteria, review the practical competencies being evaluated, and arrive at your review with confidence. The review itself is conducted in person by a Candrone certified flight reviewer.

The flight review is not required for Basic RPAS Pilot Certificate holders. If you are seeking Basic certification only, see Candrone's RPAS Online Drone Training and UAV Outdoor Basic Flight Training options.

Best suited for:

• Pilots who have completed ground school and basic flight training and are ready to complete the final Transport Canada requirement for Advanced RPAS certification
• Professionals in any vertical -- public safety, forestry, mining, energy, inspection, or indigenous land management -- where Advanced certification is required for operational deployment
• Students completing the Candrone RPAS Training and Advanced Pilot Certification Bundle -- this review is the final component of that pathway

What's Included

• Drone Flight Review Prep Course x1
  • Preparation material covering Transport Canada assessment criteria and practical competencies
• In-person Flight Review x1
  • Conducted by a Candrone Transport Canada certified flight reviewer

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.

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FAQs

Is the flight review mandatory for all RPAS pilots? Only for Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate applicants. Transport Canada does not require a flight review for Basic certificate holders. If you are pursuing Advanced certification, this review is a required step that cannot be completed through the online exam process alone.

What does the flight review assess? The reviewer evaluates your ability to safely set up, pre-flight, operate, and respond to emergency scenarios with a remotely piloted aircraft. The prep course included in this booking covers the specific competencies assessed so you understand exactly what to prepare for.

Do I need to complete ground school before booking the flight review? Yes. Transport Canada requires candidates to have passed the Advanced RPAS written exam before the flight review can be conducted. Ensure your ground school and Transport Canada online exam are complete before booking. If you still need ground school, see Candrone's RPAS Online Drone Training or the full RPAS Training and Advanced Pilot Certification Bundle.

What aircraft is used for the flight review? Contact our team when booking to confirm which aircraft will be used for your review and any preparation requirements specific to that platform.

What happens if I do not pass the flight review? Contact our team to discuss rebooking options. The prep course material is available to review before attempting again.