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 at the Advanced level in Canada, Transport Canada expects you to know exactly how your RPAS handles emergencies — before they happen.

This episode gives you the insider knowledge to understand, configure, and test your drone’s built-in protection systems.

You’ll learn:

• What qualifies as a fail-safe feature under Canadian RPAS regulations

• How systems like Return-to-Home (RTH), auto-landing, geo-fencing, and low-battery protocols work

• Real-world case studies of fail-safes saving (or sinking) missions

• How to configure, test, and document fail-safe settings for SFOC, BVLOS, and complex operations

• What Transport Canada examiners look for when assessing your knowledge of emergency systems

If you're flying commercially or preparing for the Advanced RPAS Certificate, this is must-know content that could protect your drone, your license, and your reputation.

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