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# Transport Canada Drone Exams — What to Expect

All Transport Canada drone exams are taken online through the Drone Management Portal: tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety/drone-management-portal
**Basic Exam (Small Basic):**
* 35 multiple-choice questions
* 90-minute time limit
* Pass mark: 65% (23 out of 35)
* Topics: Based on TP 15263 — air law, RPAS systems, human factors, meteorology, navigation, theory of flight, flight operations, radiotelephony
**Advanced Exam (Small Advanced):**
* 50 multiple-choice questions
* 60-minute time limit
* Pass mark: 80% (40 out of 50)
* Topics: Same as Basic but at a more advanced level
**For both exams:**
* Results are given immediately after completion
* If you fail, you must wait 24 hours before retaking
* You can retake as many times as needed
* Transport Canada recommends attending a drone flight school before attempting the exam
**Exam tips:**
* Complete the RPAS Centre course and mock exam before attempting the TC exam
* Review any sections where you scored poorly on the mock exam
* Download and study the workbook
* Attend a free live Eventbrite session for extra preparation
* Many students pass on their first attempt with our training
**Prepare with RPAS Centre:**
* Basic: academy.rpascentre.com/course/basic-exam-prep (free)
* Advanced: academy.rpascentre.com/course/advanced-exam-prep (free)