| Canada? [message #8569] |
Sun, 30 December 2012 10:41  |
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Dave Klain
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Here's a question for you experienced Canada hands - what do I need for travel to Canada in my plane? I know about CANPASS, passports, customs sticker, etc. according to the AOPA website I also need a radio license, but when I follow the links, the FCC site is confusing. Do I need a radio station license (made out for the plane)? A radiotelephone operators license for me? Both? Can anyone walk me through exactly why I need to get to be legal?
thanks and Happy New Year?
Dave
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| Canada? [message #8570] |
Sun, 30 December 2012 11:17  |
Dick Shine
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I fly to Canada a couple of times per year. I have never been asked for the radio licenses but do have the radio station license in the airplane. Don't forget about eapis. Are you familiar?
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On Dec 30, 2012, at 10:47 AM, "Dave Klain" <dave@klain.net> wrote:
[quote]Here's a question for you experienced Canada hands - what do I need for travel to Canada in my plane? I know about CANPASS, passports, customs sticker, etc. according to the AOPA website I also need a radio license, but when I follow the links, the FCC site is confusing. Do I need a radio station license (made out for the plane)? A radiotelephone operators license for me? Both? Can anyone walk me through exactly why I need to get to be legal?
thanks and Happy New Year?
Dave
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| Canada? [message #8572] |
Sun, 30 December 2012 11:34 |
Dick Shine
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That sounds like a good idea. Also NBAA if you are a member can help with any international questions. If all on the airplane are registered with Can Pass it's unlikely that Canadian customs will even show up.
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On Dec 30, 2012, at 11:29 AM, "Dave Klain" <dave@klain.net> wrote:
[quote]Yep. Just trying to sort out this radio license stuff. The FCC site is
less than helpful and the AOPA guide points you too it but nothing says "Get
XX license" out of the variety the FCC offers...hence my confusion. I'm
thinking I may just call the AOPA helpline (have never used them) and see if
someone can walk me through what I need if nothing comes up on this list.
Dave
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| Canada? [message #8573] |
Sun, 30 December 2012 11:42 |
Michael Landa
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Its required, and if you carry a portable it’s a separate license your required to have as well.
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| Canada? [message #8576] |
Sun, 30 December 2012 13:07 |
dpo98
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Dear Dave,
If you have access to AOPA or COPA, you will find a first class article on cross border requirements, including pitfalls and snags. Very good website. Eapis account must be set first, before filing first Eapis report, and they suggest 4-5 days notice required. In my case it took only an hour, but I suggest you do it this day.
Kind regards, Daniel C-FTLL
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| Re: Canada? [message #8577] |
Sun, 30 December 2012 13:24 |
Mike Lever
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Dave KlainHere's a question for you experienced Canada hands - what do I need for travel to Canada in my plane? I know about CANPASS, passports, customs sticker, etc. according to the AOPA website I also need a radio license, but when I follow the links, the FCC site is confusing. Do I need a radio station license (made out for the plane)? A radiotelephone operators license for me? Both? Can anyone walk me through exactly why I need to get to be legal?
thanks and Happy New Year?
Dave
Dave
Hope the following is helpful. Apologies in advance if some of the stuff is obvious. Please don't hesitate to call me anytime..
i. You have to file an outward EAPIS leaving the U.S.A. Not just an inward prior to entering the U.S.
ii. CANPASS requires 2 hour prior notice. I always call rather than fax. Manitoba west 250-363-0222. Ontario east 905-679-2073. The CBSA officer will want the full name of everyone onboard as it appears on their passport as well as DOB. There is no outward CANPASS requirement leaving Canada.
iii. There is a legal requirement for liability insurance in Canada and you need to carry proof of that coverage with you. I think it's 300K per seat but not 100% sure.
iv. If you fly further than 25 nm from departure airport in Canada, you need to either file a flight plan with flight service or leave your itinerary with a responsible person. You can't hop in your airplane and just "go" if it's more than 25 nm. ATC will open your flight plan in Canada and will also close your flight plan after landing if you request it.
v. Airspace is a little difference. In southern Canadian airspace you cannot fly VFR about 12,500 without clearance from ATC.
vi. My understanding is that you require a restricted operators certificate to use a VHF radio in Canada (marine or aviation) but I have never heard of anyone being asked to provide one.
Cheers
Mike
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