Sky Commander Academy

Every great pilot knows the rules before they hit the skies. In S3E2 of Sky Commander Academy, we revisit the backbone of drone operations in Canada: Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part IX. Whe…

Thinking of becoming a certified drone pilot in Canada—or leveling up your existing credentials? In S3E1 of Sky Commander Academy, we kick off Season 3 with a clear roadmap through the certification …

You’ve studied the theory—now it’s time to put your voice on the air. In S2E108 of Sky Commander Academy, we step into Live Radio Simulation and Transmitting Best Practices, giving you a hands-on app…

If you want to fly advanced operations in Canada, you’ll need more than stick skills—you’ll need the licence to talk. In S2E107 of Sky Commander Academy, we cover Section 8.1.5: Radio Operator Certif…

Monitoring the radio is one thing—joining the conversation is another. In S2E106 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 8.1.4: Full Two-Way ATC Communication Protocols, giving you the confid…

Good radio comms aren’t just about what you say—they’re about how and when you say it. In S2E105 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore Section 8.1.3: Position Reports and Communication Etiquette, givi…

Aviation runs on clear, concise language—get it wrong, and confusion follows fast. In S2E104 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 8.1.2: Phraseology and Pronunciation, teaching you how to …

Clear skies start with clear ears. In S2E103 of Sky Commander Academy, we open up Section 8.1.1: Listening to ATC, teaching you how to tune in, absorb, and respond to air traffic control without miss…

Every adjustment you make on the sticks depends on how your aircraft responds—and how much margin you have before instability sets in. In S2E102 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore Section 7.2.4: Co…

Every maneuver has a cost—and for drones, it’s measured in Gs. In S2E101 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into Section 7.2.3: Load Factors and G-Forces, teaching you how turns, dives, and sharp mane…

Your drone doesn’t just fly—it balances. Shift the weight wrong, and stability, control, and safety all start to break down. In S2E100 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore Section 7.2.2: Center of Gr…

Every drone pilot knows the sticks—but do you really know the science behind what they’re telling your aircraft to do? In S2E99 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 7.2.1: Pitch, Roll, and…

Every aircraft—manned or unmanned—has invisible boundaries. Exceed them, and physics takes over in ways you can’t control. In S2E98 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into Section 7.1.4: Flight Envelo…

Why do some drones slice through turbulence with ease while others wobble out of control? In S2E97 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into Section 7.1.3: Aerodynamic Stability, unpacking the science o…

Your props aren’t just spinning blades—they’re the engines of lift, thrust, and endurance. In S2E96 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore Section 7.1.2: Propeller Thrust and Efficiency, showing you ho…

Every pilot knows drones fly—but do you really know why? In S2E95 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into Section 7.1.1: The Bernoulli Principle, unpacking the science behind lift and how it applies t…

Flying the mission is only half the job—the real learning (and compliance) happens after you land. In S2E94 of Sky Commander Academy, we unpack Section 6.4.4: Post-Flight Debriefs and Safety Reportin…

Your drone’s health doesn’t just depend on how you fly—it depends on how you store it. In S2E93 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 6.4.3: Equipment Storage, teaching you how proper post-…

Your drone is only as strong as its batteries—and ignoring recovery or inspection is a shortcut to mission failure. In S2E92 of Sky Commander Academy, we unpack Section 6.4.2: Battery Recovery and In…

Your drone’s memory isn’t just in the SD card—it’s in your logs. In S2E91 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 6.4.1: Logging Flight and Maintenance Data, showing why meticulous record-kee…