S2E26 - Single Point of Failure = Single Point of Crash: Why Redundancy Is Non-Negotiable in Advanced RPAS

In Season 2, Episode 26 of Sky Commander Academy, we explore one of the most important principles behind safe, professional, and legally defensible Advanced RPAS operations — redundancy. Whether you’re flying BVLOS, over people, or in controlled airspace, having backup systems in place is key to managing risk, meeting Transport Canada expectations, and protecting both your drone and the public.

This episode breaks down what redundancy really means in RPAS systems — and how to build it into your equipment, procedures, and thinking.

You’ll learn:

• The different types of redundancy required or recommended for Advanced RPAS ops

• How redundancy applies to power systems, communication links, navigation, sensors, and flight controllers

• Why Transport Canada emphasizes redundancy in SFOC and BVLOS applications

• How to balance redundancy with cost, complexity, and operational needs

• Real-world lessons from operators who failed to build sufficient redundancy — and what it cost them

If you want to fly safely, professionally, and legally at the Advanced level, this episode will show you why redundancy is your best insurance — and how to implement it effectively.

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