Can I fly a drone near Lester B. Pearson International (CYYZ)?

Updated · From NAV CANADA and municipal data

Not with a Basic certificate: Basic pilots must stay at least 5.6 km (3 nautical miles) from Lester B. Pearson International (CYYZ). With an Advanced certificate you can fly closer, but the airport sits in a Class C control zone, so you also need NAV CANADA authorization through NAV Drone before every flight.

CYYZ at a glance

ICAO code
CYYZ
Status
Certified airport (Canada Flight Supplement)
Operator
Greater Toronto Airports Authority
Operator phone
416-776-3056
Control tower
Yes
Controlled airspace
Class C control zone, surface to 2,500 ft ASL
Elevation
569 ft

Cities near CYYZ

How far from Lester B. Pearson International can I fly a drone?

Basic pilots must stay 5.6 km (3 NM) from the airport, measured from its centre point. For lower-risk beyond visual line-of-sight operations the distance is 9.3 km (5 NM). Advanced pilots can fly closer with the right permission.

How do I get NAV Drone authorization near CYYZ?

Hold an Advanced pilot certificate, use a drone with the right manufacturer safety declaration, and submit an RPAS flight authorization request in NAV Drone for the Toronto Lester B. Pearson International, ON control zone. NAV CANADA may approve it with conditions such as a lower altitude, or refuse it.

Can I fly a sub-250 g drone near Lester B. Pearson International?

Drones under 250 g do not need registration or a certificate, but you must never interfere with aircraft. Staying well clear of the airport and its approach paths is the safe choice.

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Sources

General guidance based on the Canadian Aviation Regulations, not legal advice. Always confirm current NOTAMs and authorizations before you fly.