TP-15263 Advanced RPAS Flight Review + Prep Course

  • Trainer: Lee Dodson
  • Level: BEGINNER

  • ~2 DAYS

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This comprehensive online training is designed to prepare drone pilots for the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Pilot Flight Review. The course provides a clear understanding of the flight review process, required maneuvers, and best practices, along with structured self-practice routines to help you build the skills and confidence needed to pass. 

STUDENTS WILL LEARN

  • Flight Review Process: What to expect before, during, and after the test
  • Operational Procedures: Proper takeoff, landing, emergency handling, and controlled maneuvers
  • Emergency Scenarios: Handling equipment failures, lost-link situations, and obstacle avoidance
  • Pre-Flight Preparation: Site selection, airspace verification, and safety checks
  • Manual Flight Skills: Precision flying, hovering, altitude control, and directional flight
  • Best Practices for Success: Common mistakes and how to avoid them

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Pilots preparing for the Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Flight Review
• Basic Certificate holders looking to upgrade to Advanced Certification
• Anyone who wants to improve manual flying skills and flight safety knowledge

WHY ATTEND THIS COURSE?

Step-by-step breakdown of the Flight Review process

Detailed explanations of required flight maneuvers and safety checks

Structured self-practice exercises to refine your skills

Expert tips to ensure you meet examiner expectations

Essential for passing the Transport Canada Flight Review on your first attempt

LEE DODSON

Lee Dodson is a veteran RPAS instructor and industry leader with over 20 years of hands-on experience in advanced drone operations and flight instruction. At Volatus Aerospace Inc., Lee designs and delivers specialized training programs for experienced pilots seeking to elevate their skills in complex mission environments—including BVLOS operations, aerial inspections, and cinematic workflows.

With a background in offshore energy, electronic engineering, and cinematography, Lee has trained professionals across sectors such as infrastructure, public safety, and film production. His instruction emphasizes mission planning, regulatory compliance, and air/ground risk assessment—core components of Volatus Academy’s advanced RPAS curriculum.

Lee’s teaching style is immersive, scenario-based, and grounded in real-world field experience. Advanced students benefit from his deep operational knowledge, precision-focused mindset, and commitment to safety and excellence in every mission.
Patrick Jones - Course author