BVLOS is no longer a distant dream—it’s the future of aviation.
And right now, both the FAA and Transport Canada are rewriting the playbook. If you don’t understand Type Certification, ARC recommendations, and Canada’s Level 2 Complex framework, you’re already behind the curve.

In S4E41 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 9.4.1: Emerging Ops – BVLOS & Type Certification, giving you the insider perspective on what’s changing, why it matters, and how these new frameworks will transform commercial drone operations in North America.

In this episode:
🚀 BVLOS as the new normal – why regulators are shifting away from waivers and toward standardized, certifiable systems
📘 FAA ARC updates decoded – aircraft right-of-way, shielded ops, UAS Traffic Management (UTM), new RPIC qualifications, and proposed BVLOS rules
🛫 Type Certification explained – what it is, why manufacturers want it, and how operators benefit from certified airframes
🇨🇦 Canada Level 2 Complex vs FAA models – how Transport Canada’s 2025 reforms create a clearer path for long-range and higher-risk operations
🔧 Operational impact – how these changes will affect fleet decisions, training programs, insurance, and mission profiles
💡 Pro tips – what pilots, operators, and emerging businesses can do right now to prepare for BVLOS becoming mainstream

This isn’t about passing an exam—this is about understanding the future aviation ecosystem. Learn the regulatory shifts shaping BVLOS, the certifications that will unlock advanced missions, and the cross-border differences every professional operator must know.

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