Exemptions to the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-022-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to permit persons to dispatch or conduct a take-off in an Air Tractor AT-802 Series aircraft without the aircraft being equipped with a cockpit voice recorder that conforms to section 551.101 of Chapter 551 of the Airworthiness Manual and section 625.34 of Standard 625 — Aircraft Equipment and Maintenance of the General Operating and Flight Rules Standards.

CARS provision(s): 900.09(2)(a)

Applicant provision(s): 16999182 Canada Inc.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

RPAS-001-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to allow 16999182 Canada Inc. to apply for the pertinent SFOCs required to carry out a planned drone light show in Edmonton, Alberta in July 2026.

CARS provision(s): 406.54

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-009-2026 - Re-issuance of NCR-019-2021

The purpose of this exemption is to allow helicopter flight training units to permit persons to operate a land aircraft over water beyond a point where the land aircraft could reach shore in the event of an engine failure.

This exemption is a reissuance of NCR-019-2021.

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): GCS Aviation Ltd

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

PNR-007-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for GCS Aviation Ltd. to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Image Air Charter Inc

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

ON-011-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Image Air Charter Inc to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

The delay in compliance is due to supply chain disruption and to obtaining modification kits from the manufacturer Universal Avionics Systems Corporation supplied by Aerocorp Avionics Solutions Inc.

CARS provision(s): 700.02(2)(a)

Applicant provision(s): Top Aces Inc.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

QC-003-2026 - Re-issuance of QC-007-2023

This exemption authorizes Top Aces Inc. and its flight crew members to carry on board persons on behalf of not-for-profit fundraising organizations and recover their operating costs associated with the fundraising flights.

This exemption is a re-issuance of exemption QC-007-2023.

CARS provision(s): 703.83(1)(2) AND (3)

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-005-2026 - Re-issuance of NCR-089-2020

The purpose of this exemption is to permit Canadian air operators and the pilot-in-command to operate seaplanes under Subpart 3 of Part VII of the CARs while carrying passengers whose body mass is less than 15.88 kilograms (35 pounds) that are not wearing an inflatable life preserver, an inflatable individual flotation device or an inflatable personal flotation device when the seaplane is operated on or above water.

This exemption is a re-issuance of exemption NCR-089-2020, which expires June 5, 2026.

CARS provision(s): 507.02(b) & 507.06(3)(a)

Applicant provision(s): NovaJet

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

ON-003-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to enable NovaJet to apply in accordance with section 507.06(3)(a) of the CARs, for the issuance of a certificate of airworthiness pursuant to section 507.02(b) of the CARs, when operating the listed below aircraft with certified Type Design A-215 pending the validation of two foreign Supplemental Type Certificates (STC): (ST10041SC-D [cabin interior] and ST09945SC [Concorde lead acid battery]).

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Helijet International Inc.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

PAC-008-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Helijet International Inc. to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

CARS provision(s): 704.111(1) & 704.26(3)

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-018-2026 - Cancels 048a-2007

The purpose of this exemption is to:

• Change the validity period of a PPC to the first (1st) day of the twenty-fifth (25th) month following the month in which the proficiency check was completed;
• Allow air operators using the PPC structure provided for under this exemption, that are also authorized in their Air Operator Certificate to conduct RVR 600 take-offs, to have the Chief Pilot, or his or her delegate, certify the Pilot-in-Command and Second-in-Command if authorized by the air operator for lower than normal take-off minima, as competent to conduct an RVR 600 take-off at the midpoint of the PPC validity. This certification is in lieu of the annual check within the preceding twelve (12) months in an approved synthetic flight-training device by an approved company check pilot or a Transport Canada Inspector.

Exemption 048a-2007 is cancelled and superseded by NCR-018-2026.

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Coldstream Helicopters Ltd.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

PAC-007-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Coldstream Helicopters Ltd. to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Jazz Aviation LP

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

OTT-005-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Jazz Aviation LP to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

The delay in compliance is due delays in obtaining of a supplemental type certificate (STC).

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Flightpath Charter Airways Inc.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

ON-006-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Flightpath Charter Airways Inc. to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

The delay in compliance is due to supply chain disruption and to obtaining of a supplemental type certificate (STC).

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Carson Air Ltd

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

PAC-001-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Carson Air Ltd. to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

The delay in compliance is due to supply chain disruption and to obtaining modification kits from the manufacturer (Textron Aviation Inc).

CARS provision(s): 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Air partners Corp.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

PNR-006-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Air Partners Corp. to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

The delay in compliance is due to supply chain disruption and to obtaining modification kits from the manufacturers.

CARS provision(s): 305.33

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-031-2019-3 - Re-issuance of NCR-031-2019-2

The purpose of this exemption is to provide transitional relief for existing heliports where compliance with night lighting requirements was not originally contemplated or is temporarily unavailable, while maintaining an equivalent level of safety through operational controls.

CARS provision(s): 605.34.3 & 605.34(2)

Applicant provision(s): Air Canada

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

OTT-003-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to provide, after the expiry of the global exemption NCR-014-2023 on May 29, 2026, limited additional relief period for Air Canada to reach compliance with the new cockpit voice recorders (CVRs)/recorder independent power supplies (RIPS) and Data Link Recorder (DLR) systems requirements that came into force on May 29, 2023.

The delay in compliance is due to supply chain disruption and to obtaining modification kits from the OEM (Boeing).

CARS provision(s): 401.05(3.1)

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-019-2026 - Cancels NCR-017-2021

The purpose of this exemption is to allow the holders of licences endorsed with or to which is attached the privileges of an instrument rating to use the hours and instrument approaches flown without supervision in an aircraft in actual or simulated IMC for the purposes of maintaining recency, as was allowed in previous versions of section 401.05 of the CARs.

Exemption NCR-027-2021 is cancelled and superseded by NCR-019-2026, on the day the latter comes into effect.

CARS provision(s): 700.02(2)(a)

Applicant provision(s): Erickson Aircraft Collection

Aircraft model: TB-25-N, P-40E, B-17G, P-51D and BG-17G

Registration no.: n/a

PAC-003-2026 - Re-issuance of PAC-001-2025

The purpose of this exemption is to allow Erickson Aircraft Collection as operator and its pilots-in-command to operate its TB-25-N, P-40E, B-17G, P-51D and BG-17G aircraft to conduct aerial work involving the carriage of persons other than flight crew members.

This exemption is a reissuance of exemption PAC-001-2025.

CARS provision(s): 302.07(1)(a)(ii)

Applicant provision(s): Thunder Bay International Authority Inc.

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

ON-001-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to allow the Thunder Bay International Airports Authority Inc., operator of the Thunder Bay International Airport (CYQT), to temporarily operate Runway 12/30 with certain known non compliances to TP 312 5th Edition Amendment 4, specifically runway edge lighting, until permanent corrective works are completed.

CARS provision(s): 704.33(1)(e)

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-013-2026 - Cancels NCR-009-2025

The purpose of this exemption is to allow Canadian air operators to operate Gulfstream GV, GV-SP, GVI, GVII-G500, GVII-G600, GVIII-G700, or GVIII-G800 aeroplanes while carrying passengers in an on demand charter operation.

CARS provision(s): 704.01(c)

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-012-2026 - Cancels NCR-008-2025

The purpose of this authorization is to allow Canadian air operators to operate Gulfstream GV, GV-SP, GVI, GVII-G500, GVII-G600, GVIII-G700, or GVIII-G800 aeroplanes under Subpart 4 of Part VII of the CARs notwithstanding that the maximum zero fuel weight of the aeroplanes exceeds the 22 680 kg (50,000 pounds) set out in paragraph 704.01(b) of the CARs.

CARS provision(s): 303.14

Applicant provision(s): Global

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

NCR-014-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to allow all Canadian airport operators with an extension period in which recurrent live-fire training is to be provided to all fire-fighting personnel from every 12 months to maximum of 24 months. This equals to an additional 12 months to allow for the training facilities to manage the increased number of firefighters."

CARS provision(s): 705.26(2)(c)

Applicant provision(s): Air Canada rouge

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

OTT-001-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to allow Air Canada Rouge to conduct 180-minute ETOPS operations without the requirement for 3 months of operations under the 120-minute regime and/or simulated ETOPS operations.

CARS provision(s): 703.98(1)(b)

Applicant provision(s): Rise Air

Aircraft model: n/a

Registration no.: n/a

PNR-002-2026

The purpose of this exemption is to allow Transwest Air Limited Partnership, by its General Partner Transwest Management Ltd. (DBA Rise Air), to conduct a Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) approved Level D program (zero flight-time training) for Pilatus PC-12, without meeting the requirements of subsection 723.98(25) of the CASS.