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Basic Operations Exam Preparation Course

Price: Free Access: 90 days Format: Online, self-paced Enroll: academy.rpascentre.com/course/basic-exam-prep

The Basic Operations Exam Prep course is designed to help you pass the Transport Canada Basic Pilot Certificate exam. Created by professional pilots and certified RPAS instructors.

What's included:

  • 8 video lesson sections:
    1. Air Law
    2. RPAS Systems
    3. Human Factors
    4. Meteorology
    5. Navigation
    6. Theory of Flight
    7. Flight Operations
    8. Radiotelephony
  • Accompanying workbook
  • End-of-course mock exam (Transport Canada-style questions)
  • RPAS Centre Basic Course Completion Certificate upon finishing

How long does it take? Most students complete the course in 1–2 weeks of part-time study.

Who is this for?

  • Aspiring drone pilots starting their journey
  • Hobbyists and recreational flyers who want to fly legally
  • Newly hired staff at organizations conducting commercial drone operations

What happens after? After completing the course, take the Transport Canada Small Basic Exam (35 questions, 90 minutes, 65% pass mark). Then consider advancing to the Advanced Operations course — it's also free!

Full pathway details: rpascentre.com/basic-pilot-certification-pathway/

Updated on: 06/03/2026