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By Nathaniel Leigh

STARS Air Ambulance

STARS Air Ambulance seeking public assistance in safe drone and laser usage

Sep 4, 2024 | 7:00 AM

STARS Air Ambulance is advising the public to ensure drones and laser pointers are used responsibly in ways that can’t inhibit aerial operations.

As the use of drones increases STARS is asking operators to avoid flying near aircraft areas such as helipads, emergency scenes or airports as they can potentially distract the pilots, while lasers can create a glare.

Should a situation escalate, legal action can be taken against an individual using a laser or drone under the Aeronautics Act.

The government requires all drones between 250 grams and 25 kilograms to be registered and marked.

STARS acknowledges drone operators are still legally allowed to fly within 1.9 km from heliports and 5.6 km from airports, provided they are below a height of 122 metres.

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You can learn more about drone regulations and how to safely operate a laser pointer at Transport Canada.