I agree they are quite simple and very similar. What I don’t understand is why do the couple dozen of you guys on this forum have such a problem with it? In Canada we have been flying these things without problems for years. I am not talking about the clowns that insist they don’t have to follow common sense rules I am talking the members of our organization MAAC. Transport Canada (same as your FAA) recognizes MAAC as the authority for modeling in Canada. Together they have reviewed their safety policy and guidelines and agree they are sufficient. Our safety record with full size aircraft is impeccable. Simply fly in the manner agreed upon and there should never be a conflict. At registered fields and events there are no altitude restriction or ban on FPV.

Transport Canada simply controls all things in our airspace. That’s the way it’s written. Local police, provincial police, federal police (RCMP) and agents of Transport Canada can issue fines and summons for alleged violations. The official attending the incident is allowed to use their discretion whether to issue a summons/ticket. You will have the opportunity to argue your case in the courts same as any other charge.

As to the clowns that insist they can do what they want the only concern we as members of MAAC have is the reflection on the rest of us in the eyes of the general public. Transport Canada has said they will deal with these individuals and companies as their identities become known as long as we continue to fly in the manner of the past we should see no changes in the way we have been enjoying our hobby.

Transport Canada has a hotline if someone wants to report violators or someone flying in an unsafe manner.