Sky Commander Academy
Welcome to Sky Commander Academy – the elite podcast for Canada’s drone pilots. Hosted by aerial aces Sky Tracer and Ace Talon, this high-octane series from SkyCommander.ca is your command center for mastering drone flight. Start with your Basic RPAS Certificate, crush Transport Canada regs, and rise through the ranks with expert tips, tactical Q&As, and real-world mission insights.
We don’t just fly—we command the skies.
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 149
- Years Active
- 2025
S2E51 - Too Many Pilots? Not If You Know This Protocol: Mastering Multi-Crew Drone Operations
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 specialists must work as one. Multi-crew operatio…
S2E50 - One Team, One Crash — or One Safe Flight: How Pro Pilots Coordinate Under Pressure
In Season 2 Episode 50 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the make-or-break skill behind every complex RPAS operation: effective team coordination and crew communication. Whether you’re flying w…
S2E49 -The Secret Weapon Every Pro Drone Pilot Uses: Visual Observers Explained
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). You may be at the controls, but your VO is your …
S2E48 - Lag Behind, Crash Ahead: Mastering Alertness and Reaction Time Before It’s Too Late
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. For Advanced RPAS pilots, being a few seconds too slow …
S2E47 - Flying on Meds? What Every Drone Pilot Must Know Before They Take Off
In Season 2 Episode 47 of Sky Commander Academy, we uncover the hidden risks of flying while medicated — even with prescriptions. Whether it’s over-the-counter cold meds, allergy pills, or doctor-pre…
S2E46 - One Drink. One Joint. One Crash? The Hard Truth About Flying Drones Under the Influence
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 flying fitness. Whether it’s recreational use, prescrip…
S2E45 - You Have 5 Seconds to Save the Flight: Time-Critical Decisions Every Drone Pilot Must Master
In Season 2 Episode 45 of Sky Commander Academy, we hit the pressure point of professional drone operations: Time-Critical Decision-Making. When things go wrong mid-flight, hesitation isn’t an option…
S2E44 - The Threats You Don’t See Are the Ones That Crash Your Drone: Mastering TEM Before the Exam
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 Management (TEM). This is the mindset and method used…
S2E43 - Talk Like a Pro, Fly Like a Boss: The RPAS Communication Skills That Prevent Accidents
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: Communication and Briefing. Whether you’re working so…
S2E42 - Tired? Stressed? You’re an Accident Waiting to Happen (Unless You Hear This First)
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 stress. For Advanced RPAS pilots, sharp decision-ma…
S2E41 - See It Before It Happens: Situational Awareness That Could Save Your Drone (and Your Reputation)
In Season 2 Episode 41 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most underrated — but absolutely essential — skills in aviation: situational awareness. For Advanced RPAS pilots, it’s more th…
S2E40 - When Everything Goes Wrong: Mastering Drone Fail-Safes Before It’s Too Late
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-Safe Systems — and review the tech, triggers, and t…
S2E39 - Batteries Fail, Missions Fail: The Ultimate RPAS Battery Management Review for Advanced Pilots
In this Bonus Review Episode, Season 2 Episode 39 of Sky Commander Academy, we deliver your complete Section 2.2 RPAS Battery Management recap — a critical topic that can make or break your flight pe…
S2E38 - Everything Under the Hood: Your RPAS Components Review Before the Advanced Exam
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 — your final prep before tackling one of the most t…
S2E37 - How Your Drone Really Moves: Multi-Rotor Controls, Configurations & the Physics Behind Flight
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, and recover mid-flight. You may fly them every day…
S2E36 - Aileron, Rudder, Elevator: Mastering Fixed-Wing Flight Controls Before You Stall or Spin
In this Bonus Episode, Season 2, Episode 36 of Sky Commander Academy, we shift gears from multirotors to fixed-wing aircraft — and unpack the critical flight control surfaces that keep your plane in …
S2E35 - Flying Over People? What to Do When a Drone Emergency Hits in Populated Areas
In Season 2, Episode 35 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle one of the highest-risk — and highest-stakes — topics in Advanced RPAS operations: Emergency Response in Populated Areas. Flying near peopl…
S2E34 - Override or Overreact? How to Take Control When Your Drone’s Failsafe Kicks In
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 fail-safe kicks in — and you have to decide whether t…
S2E33 - Geofencing: Your Drone’s Invisible Barrier — or Its Biggest Risk?
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’s designed to keep you out of trouble, geofencing can …
S2E32 - Drone in Trouble? These Fail-Safe Features Could Save Your Mission (and Your Career)
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 recovery and a catastrophic failure. When you’re flying …