I have submitted three recent SFOC applications all TC approved.
For small and sub 250g RPA's:
As of 2025, you are advised to submit six (6) documents to TC for a low risk SFOC at an advertised event.
These include:
1) A SIGNED SFOC APPLICATION 26-0835_2504-10 .pdf
2) A SIGNED COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST for SFOC-RPAS_at an advertised_event copy .docx
3) MISSION PROCEDURES- (SOP)
4) SFOC SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION (link attached thanks to Don Joyce)
5) RPAS FLIGHT PLAN
6) FLIGHT GEOGRAPHY highlighting The Operational Volume, The Contingency Volume and The Ground Risk Buffer. (Google Earth works well for this)
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For small and sub 250g RPA's:
As of 2025, you are advised to submit six (6) documents to TC for a low risk SFOC at an advertised event.
These include:
1) A SIGNED SFOC APPLICATION 26-0835_2504-10 .pdf
2) A SIGNED COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST for SFOC-RPAS_at an advertised_event copy .docx
3) MISSION PROCEDURES- (SOP)
4) SFOC SUPPORT DOCUMENTATION (link attached thanks to Don Joyce)
5) RPAS FLIGHT PLAN
6) FLIGHT GEOGRAPHY highlighting The Operational Volume, The Contingency Volume and The Ground Risk Buffer. (Google Earth works well for this)
SFOC Application Template for Sub250g Drones at Advertised Events
This is a free download to help you get started applying for an SFOC (Special Flight Operations Certificate) when you are planning to fly a sub250g drone at an advertised event in Canada. (updated Jul 14, 2025 to reflect recent tips from TC)
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