This theoretical course is designed to prepare you to obtain the Restricted Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A), which is required to use and understand aeronautical radio communications during drone operations and other aeronautical activities.
The KoptR Image training for the Restricted Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A) is intended for drone pilots and professionals operating in an aeronautical environment where the use and understanding of radio communications are essential to operational safety.
The ROC-A is a radio operator certificate issued by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). It authorizes the use of radios operating on aeronautical band frequencies, whether onboard an aircraft, a drone, a ground vehicle or from a base station. This certificate is intended for aircraft pilots, drone operators, airport personnel and anyone required to communicate in an aeronautical environment.
In the context of drone operations, particularly in controlled airspace or near aerodromes, the ability to monitor, understand and properly use radio communications is a key component of safety and situational awareness. The ROC-A enables pilots to recognize relevant traffic communications, anticipate potential conflicts and better integrate their operation within the aeronautical environment.
This training is designed to prepare candidates to successfully pass the official examination required to obtain the ROC-A while developing a practical understanding of aeronautical radiotelephony principles.
The content includes:
- communication rules and procedures
- standard phraseology
- active monitoring of aeronautical frequencies
- identification of critical information
- understanding the role of radio communications in preventing hazardous situations
The training is delivered online and allows candidates to progress at their own pace while following a structure aligned with applicable requirements. It emphasizes real-world communication comprehension rather than simple memorization, enabling pilots to operate safely, responsibly and professionally.
This training is a regulatory requirement for several types of operations, particularly advanced and complex operations, and forms an essential component of the training pathway for drone pilots operating within an aeronautical environment.
