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
S2E11 - Lose Sight, Lose Control: The VLOS Rules That Can Save Your Drone — and Your License
In Season 2, Episode 11 of Sky Commander Academy, we tackle one of the most fundamental — yet frequently misunderstood — rules in Canadian drone operations: Visual Line of Sight (VLOS). Whether you'r…
S2E10 - Crash, Fine, Lawsuit: What Every Advanced Drone Pilot Needs to Know About Liability
In Season 2, Episode 10 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive into one of the most serious topics in Advanced RPAS operations — liability. As soon as you start flying in controlled airspace, near people,…
S2E9 - Your Flight Review Is Coming — Here’s How to Pass It Like a Pro
In Season 2, Episode 9 of Sky Commander Academy, we take you behind the clipboard and into the mindset of a Flight Reviewer to show you exactly what it takes to pass your Advanced RPAS Certificate Fl…
S2E8 -Who’s Really in Charge? RPAS Crew Roles That Could Save — or Sink — Your Mission
In Season 2, Episode 8 of Sky Commander Academy, we unpack the critical roles and responsibilities that make up a compliant and high-performing RPAS crew. In advanced drone operations, it’s not just …
S2E7 - Don’t Just Launch — Assess: The Site Survey Checklist That Could Save Your Drone (and Your License)
In Season 2, Episode 7 of Sky Commander Academy, we zero in on one of the most important — and legally required — skills for Advanced RPAS pilots: the site assessment. If you’re launching without tho…
S2E6 -Ignore This and You’re Flying a Liability: RPAS Maintenance Rules Every Advanced Pilot Must Follow
In Season 2, Episode 6 of Sky Commander Academy, we get into one of the most overlooked — and legally critical — parts of advanced drone operations: maintenance and system checks. Whether you're flyi…
S2E5 - Unregistered = Illegal: How to Properly Register and Mark Your Drone in Canada
In Season 2, Episode 5 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the essential first step to flying legally in Canada — registering and marking your drone. Whether you're flying recreationally or opera…
S2E4 -Unlock the Sky: How to Get an SFOC and Fly Where Others Can’t
In Season 2, Episode 4 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re diving deep into the world of Special Flight Operations Certificates (SFOCs) — the golden key that unlocks the skies for complex and high-risk d…
S2E3 - Flying in Controlled Airspace? Read This Wrong and You’re Grounded
In Season 2, Episode 3 of Sky Commander Academy, we enter one of the most regulated — and misunderstood — environments in Canadian drone ops: controlled airspace. If you're moving into Advanced RPAS …
S2E2 - The CARs That Can Ground You: What Advanced Drone Pilots Need to Know (But Most Don’t)
In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive straight into the regulatory core of Advanced RPAS operations: the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs). This isn’t the dry legal stuff — th…
S2E1 - Think You Know Drone Law? Think Again — What Every Advanced Pilot Must Understand in Canada
Welcome to Season 2 of Sky Commander Academy! We're kicking things off with a deep dive into the legal framework that governs advanced drone operations in Canada — because flying bigger, higher, or i…
Episode 38 - What Time Is It, Really? Why Zulu Time Matters More Than You Think
In Episode 38 of Sky Commander Academy, we decode one of the most confusing (and frequently skipped) topics in Canadian drone operations: Zulu Time. Whether you're filing a NOTAM, reviewing weather r…
Episode 37 - Who’s on Your Crew? The Roles That Can Make or Break a Drone Mission in Canada
In Episode 37 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re breaking down the full lineup of drone crew roles and responsibilities in Canadian airspace — because even solo pilots aren’t really flying alone. Whethe…
Episode 36 - Last-Minute Lifesavers: Radio Comms, Human Errors, and What to Know Before the Exam
In Episode 36 of Sky Commander Academy, we deliver a high-impact review of three of the most underrated — but exam-critical — topics every Canadian drone pilot needs to understand: radiotelephony, hu…
Episode 35 - Fail the Definitions, Fail the Exam: Must-Know Terms for Canada’s Basic RPAS Certificate
In Episode 35 of Sky Commander Academy, we focus on one of the most overlooked — but absolutely critical — parts of passing the Transport Canada Basic RPAS Exam: understanding the definitions. These …
Episode 34 - Say It Like a Pro: Master Canadian Aeronautical Radio Comms with This Study Guide
In Episode 34 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down the must-know content for Canada’s Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate — simplified, clarified, and made pilot-friendly. If you're flying in …
Episode 33 - RPAS 101: The Crash-Proof Guide to Starting Drone Operations in Canada
In Episode 33 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re going back to basics with a complete beginner’s guide to operating drones legally and safely in Canada. Whether you’re new to drones, prepping for your B…
Episode 32 - How to Pass the Basic Drone Pilot Exam: Everything You Need to Know (And What Most Pilots Miss)
In Episode 32 of Sky Commander Academy, we bring it all together with your ultimate prep guide for the Transport Canada Basic Drone Pilot Certificate Exam. Whether you’re just starting to study or ge…
Episode 31 - Say It Right or Get Ignored: Your Radio Communication Questions—Decoded!
In Episode 31 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re recapping your top questions from Episode 23 on one of the most nerve-wracking parts of drone ops — radiotelephony and aviation communication. Whether yo…
Episode 30 - Why Your Drone Flies — and Why It Fails: Your Flight Theory Questions, Answered
In Episode 30 of Sky Commander Academy, we’re unpacking the science behind the skies — and answering your top questions from Episodes 21 and 22 on the Principles of Flight and Flight Dynamics. If lif…