Looking to fly drones in Canada Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)? Then Level 1 Complex (L1C) Ground School Certification is your key step toward gaining advanced operational readiness. At RPAS Centre, we make the L1C process clear and supportive. 

Why the L1C Flight Review Matters

Under the RPAS framework, advanced and L1C operations require more than just theory — you must also prove you can safely manage real-world flight scenarios.

Completing an L1C Flight Review confirms that you:

• Understand advanced airspace procedures and risk assessments.
• Can plan and execute complex RPAS missions (including BVLOS).
• Operate safely within Transport Canada’s regulatory environment.

Choosing RPAS Centre means you’re learning through a training provider connected to the national RPAS Wilco Flight Reviewer Network.

The Level 1 Complex Pathway with RPAS Centre

Step 1: Complete Your Level 1 Complex Ground School Certification

Start with the Level 1 Complex Ground School Course. This comprehensive 20-hour course covers air law, meteorology, navigation, human factors, and everything you’ll need to pass your theoretical exam and prepare for complex operations.

Plus, check out our free instructor-led BVLOS seminars, taught LIVE by aviation experts!

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Step 2: Earn Your Ground School Certification

Once you’ve completed the online lessons and live instructor sessions, you’ll receive your Level 1 Complex Ground School Certificate directly from RPAS Centre. This credential validates your theoretical knowledge and readiness for the next stage, which you can display on your LinkedIn and professional portfolio.

Step 3: Take the Level 1 Complex Exam (Transport Canada)

Next, log in to the Transport Canada Drone Management Portal and complete the Level 1 Complex theoretical exam. Passing this demonstrates that you understand the regulatory, technical, and operational requirements for complex drone missions in Canada.

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Step 4: Book and Pass Your Level 1 Complex Flight Review

Schedule your L1C Flight Review through the RPAS Wilco Flight Reviewer Network.

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💡 Pro Tip: Use the RPAS Wilco app to stay compliant and safe when flying in Canada — trusted by over 30,000 pilots nationwide. 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Earning your Level 1 Complex (L1C) certification is a major milestone for any professional drone pilot in Canada. From mastering the theory to completing your Flight Review, RPAS Centre is here to guide you every step of the way.

Stay confident, stay compliant, and take your drone career to new heights.

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