{"id":40444,"date":"2025-07-15T14:43:04","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T18:43:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/level-1-complex-operations-l1co-what-you-need-to-know-to-conduct-beyond-visual-line-of-sight-bvlos-drone-operations-in-canada\/"},"modified":"2026-01-06T12:28:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T17:28:05","slug":"level-1-complex-operations-l1co-what-you-need-to-know-to-conduct-beyond-visual-line-of-sight-bvlos-drone-operations-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/en\/level-1-complex-operations-l1co-what-you-need-to-know-to-conduct-beyond-visual-line-of-sight-bvlos-drone-operations-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Level 1 Complex Operations (L1CO): What You Need to Know to Conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Operations in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-40444\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-40444-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-40444-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h1><span style=\"color: #e6a303; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">On November 4, 2025, Canadian drone regulations were updated with the introduction of the Level 1 Complex Operations (L1CO) certificate. This certificate allows pilots to conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations in low-risk environments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">With the L1CO certificate, whether you are a passionate recreational pilot or a drone professional, you can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Carry out BVLOS drone flights<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Access larger and more isolated areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Expand your operational possibilities if you work in fields such as environment, agriculture, inspection, or surveillance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">In this article, we\u2019ll explain:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"#1\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">What the L1CO certificate allows you to do<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"#2\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Eligibility requirements<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"#2\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The steps to follow depending on your profile<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"#3\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">How Drone Acad\u00e9mie can support you from start to finish<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_single-images\" data-index=\"1\" ><div class=\"thim-widget-single-images template-single-images\">\n<div class=\"single-image text-right\"><img src =\"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/352-scaled-e1723740679589.jpg\" width=\"1920\" height=\"848\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-2\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce\" data-index=\"2\" ><div id=\"1\" class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-40444-0-0-2\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h1 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #e6a303;\">What Does the L1CO Certificate Allow?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">The <strong>Level 1 Complex Operations (L1CO)<\/strong> certificate authorizes you to conduct <strong>Beyond Visual Line of Sight<\/strong> (<strong>BVLOS<\/strong>) drone operations, provided that certain criteria are met.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">L1CO operations must take place:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">In uncontrolled airspace<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Away from aerodromes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">In sparsely populated areas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\ud83d\udc49 Unlike the <strong>Basic and Advanced certificates<\/strong>, the L1CO certificate allows BVLOS flights, opening the door to new applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-3\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce\" data-index=\"3\" ><div id=\"2\" class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-40444-0-0-3\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h1 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #e6a303;\">Who Can Obtain the L1CO Certificate?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The L1CO certificate is available to <strong>anyone 18 years of age or older<\/strong>, whether you fly a drone recreationally or professionally. Here\u2019s how to obtain this certificate depending on your profile.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">\ud83d\udc64 Profile 1 \u2014 You\u2019re starting from scratch (or you only have a Basic certificate)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">In this case, you\u2019ll need to complete all certification steps in the following order:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Complete a 20-hour instructor-led theory course<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Pass Transport Canada\u2019s Advanced Exam (theory test)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Pass Transport Canada\u2019s Level 1 Complex (theory test)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Pass the L1CO Flight Review (practical test)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">At Drone Academie, our <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/en\/how-to-get-a-drone-pilot-certificate\/#ocn1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">L1CO<\/a><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/en\/how-to-get-a-drone-pilot-certificate\/#ocn1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Professional Bundle<\/a><\/strong><\/span> includes all the essential steps to guide you to certification:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">20-hour instructor-led theory course (at your own pace)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Preparation for both theory exams (Advanced and L1CO)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Theory and practical preparation for the L1CO Flight Review<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The L1CO Flight Review itself<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">\ud83d\udc49 In addition to covering every step required to obtain the L1CO certificate, this package also gives you access to all our specialization courses (aerial imaging, photogrammetry, thermography) so you can stand out in high-demand sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-4\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce\" data-index=\"4\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h3><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\ud83d\udc64 Profile 2 \u2014 You Already Have Your Advanced Certificate<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Good news: you\u2019ve already completed part of the process. Only 3 steps remain to obtain your L1CO certificate:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Complete a 20-hour instructor-led theory course<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Pass Transport Canada\u2019s Level 1 Complex Exam<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Pass the L1CO Flight Review<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-5\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce\" data-index=\"5\" ><div id=\"3\" class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-40444-0-0-5\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h1 style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #e6a303;\"><strong>What Our L1CO Program Includes<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">Here\u2019s what we offer to help you succeed at every step:<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\ud83c\udf93 20-Hour Theory Course<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\n<li>Comprehensive online training at your own pace<\/li>\n<li>Personalized support from a qualified instructor<\/li>\n<li>Preparation for Transport Canada\u2019s Advanced and Level 1 Complex theory exams<\/li>\n<li>Fully compliant with Transport Canada requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\ud83d\udee9\ufe0f Practical Training<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\n<li>Adapted for all skill levels<\/li>\n<li>Learn to fly a drone in a complex operation context<\/li>\n<li>Preparation specifically for the L1CO Flight Review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\u2708\ufe0f L1CO Flight Review<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\n<li>Mandatory practical exam<\/li>\n<li>Assesses your ability to plan and execute a flight in an L1CO context<\/li>\n<li>Included with your booking: a free online preparation module<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-6\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce\" data-index=\"6\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h1 style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #e6a303;\"><strong>Summary: Why Consider the L1CO Certificate Now?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">The <strong>L1CO certificate<\/strong> gives you access to a whole new category of operations, previously reserved for highly regulated projects. Whether you fly for passion or professional assignments, this certificate allows you to:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">\u2705 Conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations<br \/>\n\u2705 Access larger and more isolated areas<br \/>\n\u2705 Carry out larger-scale missions<br \/>\n\u2705 Gain a competitive edge in the market<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-7\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_black-studio-tinymce widget_black_studio_tinymce\" data-index=\"7\" ><div class=\"textwidget\"><h1 style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #e6a303;\"><strong>Ready to Take Action?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;\">At Drone Acad\u00e9mie, we guide you through every step, tailored to your skill level.<br \/>\n\ud83c\udfaf Whether you\u2019re a beginner or already hold an Advanced certificate, we have the right program to meet your needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-8\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-button\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-button so-widget-sow-button-flat-cc67307962ab-40444\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"ow-button-base ow-button-align-left\"\n>\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/en\/bundles\/#ocn1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"sowb-button ow-icon-placement-left ow-button-hover\" \t>\n\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tSTART NOW\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-40444-0-0-9\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_single-images panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" ><div class=\"thim-widget-single-images template-single-images\">\n<div class=\"single-image text-left\"><img src =\"https:\/\/droneacademie.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Forfait-Pro-OCN1-comp.jpg\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction On November 4, 2025, Canadian drone regulations were updated with the introduction of the Level 1 Complex Operations (L1CO) certificate. 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