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Sky Commander Academy
SkyCommander.ca
218 episodes
1 day ago
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. SkyCommander.ca – See Above. Go Beyond. Get Ahead.
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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. SkyCommander.ca – See Above. Go Beyond. Get Ahead.
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S4E38 – Beyond Limits: The Key FAA Waivers That Unlock Advanced Drone Operations
Sky Commander Academy
50 minutes 30 seconds
5 days ago
S4E38 – Beyond Limits: The Key FAA Waivers That Unlock Advanced Drone Operations

You’ve mastered the rules—now it’s time to bend them.
From night flights to moving vehicles to flying directly over people, these are the waivers that separate hobbyists from professionals. But getting one isn’t about luck—it’s about precision, documentation, and understanding exactly what the FAA wants to see.

In S4E38 of Sky Commander Academy, we dive deep into Section 9.1.2: Key Waivers (107.25–107.51)—the gold standard for unlocking operational flexibility under Part 107. Learn what each waiver means, when you need it, and how to prove your safety case like a pro.

In this episode:
🌙 Night operations (107.29) – how to fly legally after sunset with proper strobe lighting, training, and visual line-of-sight procedures
🚗 Moving vehicle operations (107.25) – the secrets to filming from cars, boats, and trains without crossing compliance lines
👥 Flight over people (107.39) – understanding Category 1–4 aircraft classifications and how to qualify your drone for over-people missions
🏙 Beyond the basics (107.31–107.51) – airspeed, altitude, and visibility waivers that open the door to unique commercial opportunities
🧾 Application strategies – what successful waiver requests have in common and how to write yours to get approved the first time
💡 Pro tips – how elite pilots bundle waivers to maximize operational scope and revenue without waiting months for approval

These aren’t just permissions—they’re power multipliers. Learn how to fly where others can’t, expand your commercial reach, and operate at a professional level that clients—and regulators—respect.

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🎧 Tune in on Apple, Spotify, or wherever serious drone pilots go to break limits the right way.

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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. SkyCommander.ca – See Above. Go Beyond. Get Ahead.