Based on the 2017 data, there’s been at least one drone-related record for every province and territory except for Nunavut. The records frequently reference sightings near Canadian airports: a pink one was spotted near Fredericton International airport in New Brunswick, an orange one near the Abbotsford, B.C. In analyzing records that referenced Canadian airports, the Post found Pearson racked up the most drone-related incidents, followed by Montreal’s Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport and Vancouver Harbour Water Airport. Currently, operators of non-recreational drones need a Special Flight Operations Certificate from Transport Canada. McConnell would like to see further regulations for operators in light of the potential damage drones can cause to planes.

Source: National Post October 30, 2017 15:11 UTC