By: Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 05 June 26 For years, the trajectory of a commercial drone pilot in Canada followed a predictable, linear path: study the aviation ground school material, log flight hours, master the thumbs-on-sticks mechanics of a quadcopter, and clear the hurdle of Transport Canada’s Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) pilot certification. Having the right certificate and the shiny new piece of hardware was once the ultimate des

How to Pivot Your Drone Career in Canada (2026) By: Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 23 May 26 You have the flight hours. You have the thermal and LiDAR training. Yet, the job offers aren't coming. In the Canadian landscape of 2026, the "experience gap" has shifted. The industry is no longer hiring "pilots"—it is hiring Data Technicians who happen to use a drone as their tripod. If you are stuck, it is likely because your approach is grounded in the "Wild

By: Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 09 May 26 Welcome to this week’s roundup of the most significant developments in the drone industry. From global market shifts to critical regulatory updates in North America, the first week of May has proven that 2026 is the year of operational maturity and the rise of the "Drone Economy." Global: The $147 Billion Horizon The global drone market continues its aggressive ascent, with new industry forecasts projecting th

By Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 03 May 26 The drone industry continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, with this past week (April 27 – May 3, 2026) marking a significant intersection between consumer tech launches and major regulatory shifts. From new hardware reveals to national security maneuvers, the "Drone Universe" is increasingly focused on operational readiness and domestic sovereignty. Global Review: The Hardware Push The biggest global headline