Sky Commander Academy
Episodes
S2E57 - Crack the Code: Mastering METARs for Drone Missions in Minutes
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Season 2 bonus episode 57 of Sky Commander Academy, we take a focused, hands-on dive into decoding METARs — the aviation weather reports ev...
S2E56 - Decoded: The Weather Code Every Drone Pilot Must Understand
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 56 of Sky Commander Academy, we decode one of the most critical — and misunderstood — tools in aviation: METARs and TAFs. Th...
S2E55 - The Sky Is Boiling: Convective Weather and Winds Aloft Every Drone Pilot Must Respect
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 55 of Sky Commander Academy, we climb into the most dangerous skies a drone can face — convective weather and winds aloft. The...
S2E54 - Wind Is Lying to You: The Turbulence Trap That Downs Drones
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 54 of Sky Commander Academy, we expose the invisible forces that steal your control and wreck your drone — wind and turbulence....
S2E53 - That Cloud Could Kill Your Signal: What Drone Pilots Must Know About Clouds and Rain
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 53 of Sky Commander Academy, we lift the fog on one of the biggest threats to drone flight: clouds and precipitation. Whether it...
S2E52 - What’s Above Your Drone? The 5 Atmospheric Layers Every Pilot Should Know
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 52 of Sky Commander Academy, we climb through the invisible structure of the skies — the five atmospheric layers that shape wea...
S2E51 - Too Many Pilots? Not If You Know This Protocol: Mastering Multi-Crew Drone Operations
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 51 of Sky Commander Academy, we take you inside the cockpit of complex drone missions where multiple crew members, observers, and...
S2E50 - One Team, One Crash — or One Safe Flight: How Pro Pilots Coordinate Under Pressure
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 50 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the make-or-break skill behind every complex RPAS operation: effective team coordinati...
S2E49 -The Secret Weapon Every Pro Drone Pilot Uses: Visual Observers Explained
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 49 of Sky Commander Academy, we spotlight one of the most underrated roles in advanced drone operations: the Visual Observer (VO)...
S2E48 - Lag Behind, Crash Ahead: Mastering Alertness and Reaction Time Before It’s Too Late
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 48 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down a silent killer of drone missions — delayed reaction time and lack of alertness. Fo...
S2E47 - Flying on Meds? What Every Drone Pilot Must Know Before They Take Off
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 47 of Sky Commander Academy, we uncover the hidden risks of flying while medicated — even with prescriptions. Whether it’s o...
S2E46 - One Drink. One Joint. One Crash? The Hard Truth About Flying Drones Under the Influence
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 46 of Sky Commander Academy, we get blunt about a topic that’s non-negotiable for Advanced RPAS pilots: alcohol, drugs, and fly...
S2E45 - You Have 5 Seconds to Save the Flight: Time-Critical Decisions Every Drone Pilot Must Master
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 45 of Sky Commander Academy, we hit the pressure point of professional drone operations: Time-Critical Decision-Making. When thi...
S2E44 - The Threats You Don’t See Are the Ones That Crash Your Drone: Mastering TEM Before the Exam
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 44 of Sky Commander Academy, we dig into one of the most advanced and high-stakes topics in RPAS operations: Threat and Error Man...
S2E43 - Talk Like a Pro, Fly Like a Boss: The RPAS Communication Skills That Prevent Accidents
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 43 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down one of the most mission-critical — and exam-tested — skills in advanced drone ops:...
S2E42 - Tired? Stressed? You’re an Accident Waiting to Happen (Unless You Hear This First)
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 42 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle the hidden threat that brings down more flights than tech failure ever will: fatigue and s...
S2E41 - See It Before It Happens: Situational Awareness That Could Save Your Drone (and Your Reputation)
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2 Episode 41 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most underrated — but absolutely essential — skills in aviation: situati...
S2E40 - When Everything Goes Wrong: Mastering Drone Fail-Safes Before It’s Too Late
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus briefing, Season 2 Episode 40, from Sky Commander Academy, we bring together everything you need to know from Section 2.3 — RPAS Fail...
S2E39 - Batteries Fail, Missions Fail: The Ultimate RPAS Battery Management Review for Advanced Pilots
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Bonus Review Episode, Season 2 Episode 39 of Sky Commander Academy, we deliver your complete Section 2.2 RPAS Battery Management recap — ...
S2E38 - Everything Under the Hood: Your RPAS Components Review Before the Advanced Exam
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Bonus Episode, Season 2 Episode 38 of Sky Commander Academy, we pull it all together with a complete review of Section 2.1: RPAS Components ...
S2E37 - How Your Drone Really Moves: Multi-Rotor Controls, Configurations & the Physics Behind Flight
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Bonus Episode, Season 2, Episode 37 of Sky Commander Academy, we pull back the curtain on how multirotor drones truly stay stable, maneuver, ...
S2E36 - Aileron, Rudder, Elevator: Mastering Fixed-Wing Flight Controls Before You Stall or Spin
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Bonus Episode, Season 2, Episode 36 of Sky Commander Academy, we shift gears from multirotors to fixed-wing aircraft — and unpack the criti...
S2E35 - Flying Over People? What to Do When a Drone Emergency Hits in Populated Areas
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 35 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle one of the highest-risk — and highest-stakes — topics in Advanced RPAS operations: E...
S2E34 - Override or Overreact? How to Take Control When Your Drone’s Failsafe Kicks In
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 34 of Sky Commander Academy, we put you in the pilot’s seat during the most critical moments of any flight: when the drone’s...
S2E33 - Geofencing: Your Drone’s Invisible Barrier — or Its Biggest Risk?
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 33 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most misunderstood features in drone safety tech: Geofencing. While it’...
S2E32 - Drone in Trouble? These Fail-Safe Features Could Save Your Mission (and Your Career)
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
n Season 2, Episode 32 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the essential fail-safe features that can make the difference between a routine recove...
2E31 - Return-to-Home or Return-to-Crash? Mastering RTH Before It’s Too Late
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 31 of Sky Commander Academy, we uncover the life-saving, drone-saving, job-saving feature every Advanced RPAS pilot must underst...
S2E30 - What Happens When the Power Fails? How Redundancy Can Save Your Drone — and the Mission
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 30 of Sky Commander Academy, we dig into one of the most critical — and often overlooked — parts of your drone's reliabi...
S2E29 - Bad Battery Management Will Ground You: How Pros Maximize Life and Flight Time
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 29 of Sky Commander Academy, we go beyond charging to explore the full lifecycle of drone battery care: Battery Management. Fo...
S2E28 - Charge It Wrong, Watch It Burn: Drone Battery Charging Safety for Advanced Pilots
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 28 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle a topic that’s often underestimated — until disaster strikes: Drone Battery Charging...
S2E27 - Choose the Wrong Battery? You Could Lose Your Drone — or Start a Fire
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 27 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle a topic every Advanced RPAS pilot must understand: Battery Types — and their risks. N...
S2E26 - Single Point of Failure = Single Point of Crash: Why Redundancy Is Non-Negotiable in Advanced RPAS
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 26 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore one of the most important principles behind safe, professional, and legally defensible A...
S2E25 - See or Collide: The Detect-and-Avoid Tech Every Advanced Drone Pilot Must Understand
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 25 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore one of the fastest-evolving — and legally critical — areas of Advanced RPAS operatio...
S2E24 - Lost Link, Lost Drone? Mastering Communication & Control Systems Before It’s Too Late
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 24 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most mission-critical aspects of Advanced RPAS operations — your Communi...
S2E23 - Your Drone’s Brain and Its Sense of Direction: Mastering Flight Controllers and GPS
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 23 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into the heart and nervous system of your drone: the Flight Controller and GPS system. ...
S2E22 - Multirotor or Fixed-Wing? Pick Wrong and Your Mission Could Fail
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 22 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down one of the first — and most important — choices every professional RPAS operator ...
S2E21 - Ace the Air Law Section: Your Final Prep Guide for the Advanced RPAS Exam
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 21 of Sky Commander Academy, we help you lock in one of the most challenging and heavily weighted parts of the Advanced RPAS Ce...
S2E20 - Want to Help or Just Get Fined? The Right (and Wrong) Way to Fly Near Wildfires in Canada
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 20 of Sky Commander Academy, we take on one of the most high-risk — and highly restricted — drone operations in Canada: fly...
S2E19 - If It’s Not Documented, It Didn’t Happen: How to Protect Yourself With Proper RPAS Recordkeeping
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 19 of Sky Commander Academy, we cover a habit that separates pros from hobbyists — and protects your license, your company, an...
S2E18 - Who’s Watching Your Drone? How Transport Canada Oversees RPAS Pilots (and What They Look For)
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 18 of Sky Commander Academy, we shine a light on the other side of your drone operations — Transport Canada’s oversight rol...
S2E17 - Think It Won’t Happen to You? The Fines and Enforcement Actions That Could End Your Drone Career
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 17 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore the uncomfortable truth behind drone operations in Canada: the fines, penalties, and enf...
S2E16 - Your Drone Is Watching — Are You Breaking Privacy Laws Without Knowing It?
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 16 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle one of the most sensitive — and legally risky — parts of Advanced RPAS operations: p...
S2E15 - Want Permission to Fly in Controlled Airspace? Master the NAV CANADA Process First
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 15 of Sky Commander Academy, we pull back the curtain on the NAV CANADA Authorization Process — the gateway to flying legall...
S2E14 - Planning a Flight in Controlled Airspace? Miss One Step and You’re Grounded
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 14 of Sky Commander Academy, we take you inside the exact process for planning a compliant, professional RPAS flight in control...
S2E13 -Fly Here and You’re Busted: The Airspace Zones That Can End Your RPAS Career
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 13 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the three most high-risk airspace categories every Advanced drone pilot must understa...
S2E12 - Planning a Flight in Controlled Airspace? Miss One Step and You’re Grounded
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 12 of Sky Commander Academy, we shine a light on one of the most deceptively simple rules in RPAS operations — the Daylight O...
S2E11 - Lose Sight, Lose Control: The VLOS Rules That Can Save Your Drone — and Your License
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 11 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle one of the most fundamental — yet frequently misunderstood — rules in Canadian drone ...
S2E10 - Crash, Fine, Lawsuit: What Every Advanced Drone Pilot Needs to Know About Liability
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 10 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most serious topics in Advanced RPAS operations — liability. As soon as...
S2E9 - Your Flight Review Is Coming — Here’s How to Pass It Like a Pro
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 9 of Sky Commander Academy, we take you behind the clipboard and into the mindset of a Flight Reviewer to show you exactly what ...
S2E8 -Who’s Really in Charge? RPAS Crew Roles That Could Save — or Sink — Your Mission
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 8 of Sky Commander Academy, we unpack the critical roles and responsibilities that make up a compliant and high-performing RPAS ...
S2E7 - Don’t Just Launch — Assess: The Site Survey Checklist That Could Save Your Drone (and Your License)
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 7 of Sky Commander Academy, we zero in on one of the most important — and legally required — skills for Advanced RPAS pilots...
S2E6 -Ignore This and You’re Flying a Liability: RPAS Maintenance Rules Every Advanced Pilot Must Follow
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 6 of Sky Commander Academy, we get into one of the most overlooked — and legally critical — parts of advanced drone operatio...
S2E5 - Unregistered = Illegal: How to Properly Register and Mark Your Drone in Canada
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 5 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the essential first step to flying legally in Canada — registering and marking your ...
S2E4 -Unlock the Sky: How to Get an SFOC and Fly Where Others Can’t
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 4 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re diving deep into the world of Special Flight Operations Certificates (SFOCs) — the golde...
S2E3 - Flying in Controlled Airspace? Read This Wrong and You’re Grounded
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Season 2, Episode 3 of Sky Commander Academy, we enter one of the most regulated — and misunderstood — environments in Canadian drone ops: co...
S2E2 - The CARs That Can Ground You: What Advanced Drone Pilots Need to Know (But Most Don’t)
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive straight into the regulatory core of Advanced RPAS operations: the Canadian Aviation Regu...
S2E1 - Think You Know Drone Law? Think Again — What Every Advanced Pilot Must Understand in Canada
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of Sky Commander Academy! We're kicking things off with a deep dive into the legal framework that governs advanced drone operati...
Episode 38 - What Time Is It, Really? Why Zulu Time Matters More Than You Think
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 38 of Sky Commander Academy, we decode one of the most confusing (and frequently skipped) topics in Canadian drone operations: Zulu Time....
Episode 37 - Who’s on Your Crew? The Roles That Can Make or Break a Drone Mission in Canada
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 37 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re breaking down the full lineup of drone crew roles and responsibilities in Canadian airspace — becau...
Episode 36 - Last-Minute Lifesavers: Radio Comms, Human Errors, and What to Know Before the Exam
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 36 of Sky Commander Academy, we deliver a high-impact review of three of the most underrated — but exam-critical — topics every Canadi...
Episode 35 - Fail the Definitions, Fail the Exam: Must-Know Terms for Canada’s Basic RPAS Certificate
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 35 of Sky Commander Academy, we focus on one of the most overlooked — but absolutely critical — parts of passing the Transport Canada...
Episode 34 - Say It Like a Pro: Master Canadian Aeronautical Radio Comms with This Study Guide
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 34 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the must-know content for Canada’s Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate — simplified, cl...
Episode 33 - RPAS 101: The Crash-Proof Guide to Starting Drone Operations in Canada
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 33 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re going back to basics with a complete beginner’s guide to operating drones legally and safely in Can...
Episode 32 - How to Pass the Basic Drone Pilot Exam: Everything You Need to Know (And What Most Pilots Miss)
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 32 of Sky Commander Academy, we bring it all together with your ultimate prep guide for the Transport Canada Basic Drone Pilot Certificat...
Episode 31 - Say It Right or Get Ignored: Your Radio Communication Questions—Decoded!
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 31 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re recapping your top questions from Episode 23 on one of the most nerve-wracking parts of drone ops —...
Episode 30 - Why Your Drone Flies — and Why It Fails: Your Flight Theory Questions, Answered
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 30 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re unpacking the science behind the skies — and answering your top questions from Episodes 21 and 22 o...
Episode 29 -Flight Ops Unfiltered: Your Top Questions on Launches, Landings, and Emergencies—Answered!
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 29 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re taking a tactical pause to answer your biggest questions about what happens before, during, and af...
Episode 28 - Lost? Not Anymore: Navigation Q&A That Every Canadian Drone Pilot Needs to Hear
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 28 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re answering your most pressing questions about drone navigation — one of the most practical (and ofte...
Episode 27 -Weather Warnings You Can’t Ignore: Your Meteorology Questions, Answered
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 27 of Sky Commander Academy, we recap one of the most exam-heavy — and flight-critical — topics in drone ops: meteorology. This Q&...
Episode 26 - It’s Not the Drone — It’s You: Human Errors That Kill Flights (and How to Avoid Them)
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 26 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re diving into the most underestimated threat to your drone — the pilot. This Q&A recap episode b...
Episode 25 - Drone Anatomy Demystified: Your Burning Questions Answered About Power, Platforms, and Control Systems
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 25 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re back in the cockpit for a full Q&A recap of Episodes 5 through 7 — covering everything under th...
Episode 24 - You Asked, We Answered: Clearing Up the Confusing Rules Every RPAS Pilot Struggles With
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 24 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re answering YOUR questions and revisiting the trickiest topics from Episodes 1 through 4 — all focuse...
Episode 23 - Sound Like You Belong in the Sky: Radio Talk Every Drone Pilot Must Know
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 23 of Sky Commander Academy, we tune into one of the most intimidating — and important — parts of drone operations: radio communicatio...
Episode 22 - Pitch. Roll. Crash? The Flight Dynamics Every Drone Pilot Needs to Master
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 22 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the core flight dynamics that control every movement your drone makes — and the subtle mistak...
Episode 21 - Why Your Drone Flies — and Crashes: The Hidden Forces Every Pilot Needs to Understand
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 21 of Sky Commander Academy, we dig into the invisible science that keeps your drone in the air — or sends it spiraling out of control. ...
Episode 20 - The Flight’s Over — But Your Job Isn’t: Post-Flight Steps That Protect Your Drone (and Your License)
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 20 of Sky Commander Academy, we focus on what smart pilots do after the mission ends — and why your post-flight routine is just as imp...
Episode 19 - Drone Out of Control? What You Do Next Could Save Your Flight — or Cost You Everything
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 19 of Sky Commander Academy, we cover the high-stress moments every drone pilot dreads — and how to handle them like a trained pro. Fro...
Episode 17 - Skip This Step and You Could Lose Your Drone: The Pre-Flight Routine That Saves Missions
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 17 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the pre-flight steps that every smart drone pilot follows — and that careless pilots ignore a...
Episode 18 - Flying Blind? The Critical In-Flight Skills Every Drone Pilot Can’t Afford to Miss
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 18 of Sky Commander Academy, we focus on what happens after takeoff — and why mastering in-flight procedures is key to staying legal, sa...
Episode 16 - Navigation Fails That Can Wreck Your Drone: How to Scout, Map, and Fly Like a Pro
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 16 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into the navigation skills that separate safe, skilled drone pilots from crash-and-burn amateurs. Kn...
Episode 15 - Airspace Confusion = Fines and Flyaways: Master Canada’s Rules Before You Launch
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 15 of Sky Commander Academy, we clear the air on one of the most confusing — and critical — topics for Canadian drone pilots: airspace...
Episode 14 - Why Your Drone Doesn’t Care About the Forecast — Until It’s Too Late
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 14 of Sky Commander Academy, we reveal the hidden weather factors that silently sabotage drone performance — and how to stay ahead of th...
Episode 13 - Lost in Airspace? How to Read Aeronautical Charts Before You Break the Law
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 13 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re handing you the map to smarter, safer drone flights — literally.Aeronautical charts aren’t just f...
Episode 12 - Decode the Sky: How to Read Aviation Weather Like a Pro (Before You Crash or Get Fined)
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 12 of Sky Commander Academy, we hand you the keys to reading the sky — literally. If you’re serious about passing your Basic RPAS Ce...
Episode 11 - Flying Into Trouble? What Every Drone Pilot MUST Know About Weather Before Takeoff
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 11 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down one of the most underestimated threats to your drone: the weather. Whether you're flying a...
Episode 10 - Don’t Fly Solo (Even When You Are): The Secret to Safer, Smarter Drone Missions
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 10 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore why even solo pilots need to think like a team. Whether you’re coordinating with a visual obser...
Episode 9 - Flying High? Why Fitness, Meds, and Reaction Time Could Cost You Your Drone (or Your License)
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 9 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re talking about something most drone pilots don’t want to admit — your fitness to fly. This episode...
Episode 8 - The #1 Skill Most Drone Pilots Ignore (And Why It Gets Them in Trouble)
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 8 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re shifting focus from your drone to the most important system of all — YOU, the pilot. Great flight p...
Episode 7 - Drone Emergencies EXPLAINED: What Every Pilot Must Know Before Losing Control!
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 7 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle what could make or break your mission when things go wrong: your drone’s emergency systems. From ...
Episode 6 - Drone Power Secrets: What Every Remote Pilot MUST Know About Batteries!
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 6 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most critical — and misunderstood — components of every drone: the power system. ...
Episode 5 - Wings, Wires, and Control: Breaking Down RPAS Components
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 5 of Sky Commander Academy, we unpack the core systems that make every RPAS mission possible. This technical deep dive covers what pilots ...
Episode 4 - Eyes in the Sky, Bound by the Law: Privacy Rules for Drone Pilots
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 4 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore one of the most misunderstood responsibilities of RPAS pilots in Canada: privacy compliance.Whethe...
Episode 3 - Stay Sharp, Stay Legal: VLOS, Daylight Ops & Airspace Rules
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 3 of Sky Commander Academy, we gear up for takeoff with a deep dive into the flight planning rules that every RPAS pilot in Canada must k...
Episode 2: Know Your Role - RPAS Pilot Responsibilities in Canada
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into what it really means to be a certified RPAS pilot in Canada.From registration and marking to...
Episode 1 - Know the Rules – CARs Part IX for Basic Drone Operations in Canada
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Sky Commander Academy, the elite training ground for aspiring drone pilots! In this episode, we break down the essential regulations from C...