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, prescription meds, or the lingering effects of a late night out, impaired judgement can destroy more than your drone—it can ruin your career.

Transport Canada has zero tolerance for impaired operations—and so should you.

You’ll learn:

• The legal framework around alcohol and drug use for RPAS pilots in Canada

• Why 12 hours bottle-to-throttle isn’t just a guideline — it’s your legal safety buffer

• How cannabis (even legal use) can impair your flight fitness and leave you liable

• Real case examples where minor impairment led to major consequences

• What the regulations say about detection, enforcement, and penalties

• How to self-assess — and how your Flight Reviewer will assess you

If you’re aiming to earn or keep your Advanced Drone Pilot Certificate, this episode will keep your record clean, your drone safe, and your head in the sky where it belongs.

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