Drones and model aircraft below 250g. The rules on minimum distances to people are different for drones and model aircraft below 250g. If you’re flying a drone or model aircraft that’s below 250g, you can fly closer to people than 50m and you can fly over them. You still can’t fly over crowds. Remember, you must never put people in danger. Regulators in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, Australia, and other regions have agreed that drones weighing less than 250 grams (0.55 pounds) are virtually harmless. In a fall or a collision, a sub-250g drone is just not going to cause the same kind of damage as a heavier drone. Micro drones (under 250g) do not fall within the basic or advanced operations categories. Pilots of such drones must fly them away from aircraft and airports, and never put people, aircraft or property in danger. Further, pilots must keep their micro drones in eyesight at all times, and avoid flying in clouds or fog. According to the TCCA, drones are allowed in Canada, but their use is regulated. New drone laws in Canada. In January 2019, the Canadian government put new laws into effect concerning the use of drones. Drones weighing no more than 250 grams (.55 pounds) are considered to be micro drones. by BuckRivaled. ATTN: Canadian Drone Flyers. Couple questions for you. So supposedly Canada has some of the most strict drone laws. The Mini 2 doesn't have to be registered. The Air 2 has some really great features like the hyperlapse, being able to set waypoints for it, 4k 60fps etc. You have to register the Air 2 though and take this pilots It is perfectly legal to fly your drone in the state of Texas, provided that you follow the state and local FAA’s recreational model aircraft rules for hobbyists. However, you do need to first register your drone if it weighs more than 0.55 lbs and you will need to pay a $5 registration fee. Before your drone hits the skies, you will first Airports – Stay away from airports with your drone – do not fly anywhere near an airport. Flying altitude – Always stay below 400ft (120m). Stay in sight – always remain within sight of your drone and never get any closer than 150ft (50m) to other people or their property. Some of the potential penalties for violating drone laws include: If a drone pilot violates a drone law in Canada or Saskatchewan then the pilot may have to pay a fine from $1000 to $5,000. Suspension or revocation of your drone pilot certificate could be a penalty if you break drone laws in Saskatchewan. 9QRUKEo.