Regulatory Framework for UAV Batteries
Lithium battery products are classified as dangerous goods under multiple international frameworks. FLYVOLT maintains in-house compliance expertise across all major regulatory regimes affecting UAV battery manufacture, transport, and operation in Canada and internationally.
UN 38.3 Testing
All FLYVOLT lithium battery products comply with UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Section 38.3. This includes altitude simulation, thermal cycling, vibration, shock, external short circuit, impact, overcharge, and forced discharge tests. UN 38.3 test summaries are provided with every order as standard documentation.
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
FLYVOLT packs are classified and documented for air shipment according to IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) Packing Instructions 965, 966, and 967. We ship via IATA-accredited dangerous goods carriers with complete shipping declarations, emergency response information, and state-of-charge management (≤30% SOC for air freight).
Transport Canada — Advanced Operations
For Canadian operators flying under Transport Canada Advanced Operations regulations (RPAS exceeding 25 kg or controlled airspace operations), FLYVOLT provides the battery technical documentation required for Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) applications, including cell chemistry specifications, BMS architecture descriptions, and failure mode analysis summaries.
IEC 62133
FLYVOLT battery assemblies are designed to comply with IEC 62133-2 (secondary lithium cells and batteries for portable applications — safety requirements). Compliance is verified through cell-level certification from qualified manufacturers and assembly-level testing at our Laval facility.
CE Marking and RoHS
Products sold into European markets are CE-marked where applicable, with Declaration of Conformity documentation available. All FLYVOLT products comply with EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU restrictions on hazardous substances.
Cross-Border Shipping
FLYVOLT manages cross-border DG shipments between Canada, the United States, and the European Union. We handle HS code classification, export control screening, and customs documentation. Our logistics team coordinates with bonded carriers experienced in lithium battery transport.
End-of-Life and Recycling
FLYVOLT supports responsible end-of-life management for all battery products sold through our channel. We provide guidance on Canadian provincial battery stewardship programs and can arrange return logistics for end-of-life packs requiring professional discharge and recycling through certified facilities.
Documentation Provided with Every Order
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) — per production batch
- UN 38.3 test summary
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS / SDS)
- IATA Dangerous Goods Declaration (where applicable)
- Transport Canada technical specification summary (Advanced Operations packs)
- CE Declaration of Conformity (EU-bound products)