- June 25, 2019
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Canada Day at the Aviation and Space Museum
Canadian pride takes flight this Canada Day at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum in Ottawa, Ontario. Proudly presented by NAV CANADA, this free event is open to the public and features a wide range of performances and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages.
Read MoreIt’s all about teamwork at Springbank Tower
Though it is much less high-profile than its neighbouring airport in Calgary, Springbank is consistently in the top 10 in Canada for traffic movements. "It’s a busy, complex piece of airspace.”
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June 19, 2019
New rules for flying drones in Canada: 8 things to know
If you own a drone, or are looking to buy one, it’s important understand the new Transport Canada rules that will come into effect June 1, 2019. Announced by the Minister of Transport on January 9, 2019 the rules apply to all drone pilots, whether you fly recreationally, commercially or for research. In this blog we’re highlighting 8 things you should know about the new Transport Canada regulations.
Safety and service above all: NAV CANADA at the top of the world
Last summer, Marc Lacroix, Manager, Technical Operations at NAV CANADA, visited colleagues, systems and sites in some of the most remote areas on Earth. In this blog, Lacroix shares his photos and experiences, offering insight into the perspective he’s gained during his visits.
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May 23, 2019
Setting the standard: the collaborative approach to unlocking the potential of space-based ADS-B
For the first time in the history of aviation, air traffic controllers can now track aircraft traversing the North Atlantic in real-time. Many organizations across the industry are involved in different facets of this dramatic shift with one common goal in mind ‒ leveraging space-based ADS-B technology to optimize air traffic safety and efficiency. To that end, NAV CANADA has lead the way for enhanced separation standards over the North Atlantic – a standard that required years of collaboration with ICAO partners.
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April 16, 2019