## June 29, 2015 U.S. DepartmentofTransportation, DocketOperations WestBuilding Ground Floor, Roomw12-140 1200NewJersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590 Nicolas Rodriguez Founder/CEO KC Aerial Photo, LLC 9437 Ballentine St. Overland Park, Kansas 66214 (c) (913)-271-4819 KCAerialPhoto@gmail.com

Re: Request for section 333 exemptionfrom regulatoryprovisions to allowthe use of smallunmanned aerial systems onland controlledby clients ofKC Aerial Photo, LLC to assist inthe safe evaluation ofinfrastructure and operationsfor our clients. TO Whom It

## May Concern: KC Aerial Photo, LLC respectfully requests an exemptionfrom severalprovisions of Title 14 ofthe Code ofFederal Regulations (C.F.R.) to permitthe use ofsmall-unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) to assist inthe evaluation ofinfrastructure and operations for our clients. Thisrequest is motivatedprimarily by the desire to maximize safety in infrastructure, operations, andpromotebusiness growth. While anexemptionwouldnot eliminatethe currentneed for in-personvisual inspectionrequired by various federal regulatory departments, it would allowKC Aerial Photo, LLC to broadly evaluate assets and operations with sUAS, resulting ina safer and more efficientinfrastructure network. Accordingly, the grant ofanexemptionis consistentwith Congress' intent, reflected in Section 333 ofthe FAAModernization and Reform Act of2012 (ModernizationAct),1 that safe systemsbepermitted inthe national airspace priorto the issuance offinal regulations governing general use ofthese systems.2A summary ofthis request suitable for publicationinthe Federal Registerisprovided asAppendix A. Appendix B provides the manufacturers informationregarding the design, aircraft performance, and fail-safe features. We have provided manufacturer informationrelated to operating limitations, normal and emergency procedures, and maintenance and inspection procedures. Aswe add aircraft designs, we will update this appendix appropriately. Appendix C providesthe KC Aerial Photo, LLC Operations Manual for flights coveredunder this ExemptionRequest. 

## Background Information KC Aerial Photo, LLC is inthe business ofaerial consulting. KC AerialPhoto, LLC Clients lookto us for Safe Operations ofsUAS. We have developed specific KC Aerial Photo, LLC SafeUAV Operational Procedures. Increasingly, wehave clients lookingto operate sUAS for Infrastructure Safety, MaintenanceInspections, Photography, Cinematography, and Surveying.

1P.L. 112-95, 126 Stat 11, February 14, 2012. 2 Section 333(b) (2) specifically contemplates that the FAAmay issue a certificate ofwaiverupon a finding that a type ofUAS, as aresult ofits size, weight, speed, operational capacity, proximity to airports and populated areas, and operations withinvisual line ofsightdo not create a hazardto users ofthe NAS orthe public orpose a threatto national security.

## Infrastructure Safety Inspection Operations: Utility Inspection Pipeline Inspection Oil-FieldInspection Petro/Chemical/Manufacturing Inspection Construction Site Inspection Agriculture Inspection Commercial Real Estate Inspection Residential Real Estate Inspection Search andRescue Operations Aspart ofthis KC Aerial Photo isrequesting FAAExemptionfor sUAS operations for safety, inspection and video capture usage. 

## Regulatory Basis forExemption Request In additionto the waiver authority providedin §333 ofthe ModernizationAct, the FAA may grant anexemptionunder49 U.S.C. §44701(f) ifithas determined that such an exemptionis inthe public interest. TheFAAhas imposed a separate requirement in its procedural regulations, providing thatthe petitioner shall explainwhy granting the exemption wouldnot adversely affect safety orhowthe exemptionwouldprovide at least an equivalentlevel ofsafety as compliance withthe underlying regulation. Inthis case, approval ofthis exemptionwould advance the public interestby significantly enhancing the safety and efficiency ofinfrastructure operations andbyprovidingthe FAAwith valuable user experience on sUAS in a contextwith appreciable economic and societal benefits. As describedmore fully below, therequested exemptionwouldpermitthe operation ofsUAS undertightly controlledconditions, thus ensuring that operations will nothave an adverse impact on safety. Tothe contrary, as explainedbelow, KC Aerial Photo, LLC anticipates thatuse ofsUAS will enhance safety ininfrastructure operations. Granting anExemptionis inthe Public Interest. The safety and efficiency of infrastructure operations is heavily dependentupon constant analysis ofassets, right-ofway, infrastructure and other assets/facilities. There are a wide variety offactors that can affect conditions and causeproblems for infrastructure. Evenrelatively small objects or minorfailures canleadto accidents or otherincidents causing downtime ofinfrastructure. Extreme weather events canlead to flooding oroverheating infrastructure. Forexample earthquakes, landslides, and abandoned vehicles at grade crossings canblock infrastructure. Thepotential for sabotage andterrorism

- orevenjusttrespassing

- are also among the manyrisks thatmodeminfrastructure faces. As a result, pursuantto federal regulations and company policy, ourclient's maintenance employeesroutinely inspectthe infrastructure, such as bridges, tunnels, support structures, and signals. Atpresent, this workis done primarilyby companypersonnel in motorvehicles, onfoot, in specialized equipment. This is often a labor-intensive and sometimes arduousjob. While ourclients do all they canto makethese inspections as safe as possible, there is anirreducible element ofriskinvolvedwhenever employeesare required to go outon structures. Employees mayneedto climb over oronto structures, which canbe slippery, rough, and/or exposedto the elements. Some structures, such as

## bridges, are high above the ground. Equipmentmovingthrough inspectionzones can increase risk as well, especially inhigh-traffic areas. While the use ofsUAS for supplemental infrastructure and general asset evaluation would not eliminate these risks entirely (as itis anadditive safety measure), 

## itwouldreduce the risksto

**employe~s** 

## by allowing for remote aerial review. Additionally, the sheer amount ofassets andthe widely dispersed locations

- inmany instances far from sizeablepopulation centers
- meansthatvisual inspection in all instances bycompanypersonnel canbe inefficient. Aerial analysis bytraditional fixed wing aircraft is impractical because the required altitudes for safe flight reduce visibility belowmeaningful levels

- 

## itis simply notpossible to see all asset anomalies from such heights. Helicopterspresentbetter vantage points; howevermannedhelicopters are much more costly, subjectto human safety and carryhighly explosivejetfuel making them impractical for deployment. Byusing sUAS for supplemental asset evaluation, KC Aerial Photo, LLC will be able to substantially upgrade its capacityto detect and address issues withthe right-of-way and other assets beforethey become a problemfor safe operations. Thus, the use ofsUAS has the potential to improve efficiency, resulting infaster and safer delivery ofgoods, energy & 

## natural resources vitalto the U.S. economy.

## Granting an Exemptionwill notAdverselyAffectSafety KC Aerial Photo, LLC notes thatthere is no applicable standard for anequivalency determination. Somehave arguedthatthe appropriate standardis that for model aircraft, noting thattheir operations, ifconductedfor recreationalpurposes, would fall completely withinthe allowable operations for model aircraft. We believe itis difficultto argue that there is sufficient correlationbetweenmodel operations controlledbythe Academy of Model Aeronautics andthe ones contemplatedby KC Aerial Photo, LLC. Atthe same time, itis clearthatequivalency cannotbe established for traditional, manned civil aircraft because the design and use profiles betweentraditional aircraft and sUAS are simplytoo different. As such, we believe itmakes more sense to focus onwhy the contemplated operations would not adversely affect safety, whichis all that §11.81(e) requires. Granting an exemptionwill not adversely affect safety. KC Aerial Photo, LLC contemplates conducting sUAS operations over client owned or controlled land, solely during daylighthours, at altitudes wellbelowthatwhichwouldpose a riskto other aircraft. Ingeneral, sUAS operations are intendedto be conducted in areas distant from bothcongested areas and airports. Moreover, because ofthe inherentrisks presentedby standardinfrastructure operations, ourclients have already taken steps to secure property againstunauthorizedpublic access. Forexample, substantial stretches ofpipeline, utilities, railroadtrack and oil production sites are fenced, elevated, orotherwise secured to prevent access. Otherlong stretches ofinfrastructure are, as noted above, invery remote wilderness areas. The nature ofoperations anticipatedby KC Aerial Photo, LLC requires thatthe sUAS beflown atrelatively low altitudes andrelatively low speeds. KC Aerial Photo, LLC

**expe~ts** 

## thatinmostinstances, the sUAS willbe flown less than 75 feet from thehighest structure along the path ofthe sUAS. Accordingly, the risk of interference withanother aircraft is minimal. KC AerialPhoto, LLC will notconduct sUAS operations withinfive miles from any public airports (including heUports). Inthe event an operationneeds to be conducted closerto anairport orheliport, KC Aerial Photo, LLC will infor,mlocal airport operator and local airport airtraffic control tower of the contemplated operation and will comply with any directions issued by airtraffic control atthat airport. Approval ofexemptions allowing commercial operations ofsUASs inthe infrastructure aerial inspectionindustry will enhance safety by reducing risk. Conventional operations, usingjetorpistonpower aircraft, operate at extremely low altitudesjustfeet from the subjectbeing inspected andinextremeproximity topeople and structures; andpresent the risks associatedwithvehicles thatweigh inthe neighborhood of4,000lbs., carrying large amounts of jetA or other fuel (140 gallons forjethelicopters). Such aircraftmust fly to and from the inspection site. Incontrast, a sUAS weighing fewer than 55 lbs. and poweredbybatteries eliminates virtually all ofthatrisk giventhe reducedmass andlack ofcombustible fuel carried onboard. The sUAS is carriedtothe inspection site. The sUAS will carry no passengers orcrew and, therefore, will notexpose themto the risks associated withmanned aircraftflights.

## The operation ofsmall UASs, weighing less than 55 lbs., conducted inthe strict conditions outlined above, will provide an eql).ivalent level ofsafety supporting the grant ofthe exemptionsrequestedherein, including 333 AircraftExemption Status exempting the applicant from conventional aircraftrequirements and allowing commercial operations. These lightweightaircraft operate at slow speeds, close to the ground, and in a controlled environment and, as a result, are far saferthan conventional operations conducted with turbine helicopters operating in closeproximityto the ground andpeople. KC Aerial Photo, LLC initiallyintendsto usea dedicated stafffor sUAS operations.All operationswill bewithinvisual line-of-sight (i.e., no morethan approximately0.5 miles from the manipulator ofthe controls, orpilotin command(PIC)). Each PIC will conductatleastthreetake-offs andlandingswiththe sUAS onwhichhe or sheis trained every90 days ata securelocation. PIC's will establishtheirqualifications thru a combination ofaeronauticalknowledge, UAS airmanship skills, and verification throughtestingofflight abilitybeforeinfrastructures operationshave commenced. Dependingonthetype ofoperation, additional ground-basedvisual spotters will be employed as well. These spotters willbe within constantvisual line of sight and in direct constant contactwiththe PIC. The visual spotters will assistthe PIC in avoiding objects nearthe sUAS and oversee safety onsite for all clients. There are no standards for eitherPrivate or Commercial sUAS pilot certificates. The safe operation and control ofthe UAS as described inthis application does notdepend onthe type ofFAAlicense heldbythePIC. Giventhe restricted and controlled airspace within which operations will take place, the key factors neededbythe PIC are knowledge ofthe airspace withinwhichthe operationwill take place andhowthat airspace fits into the National Airspace System (NAS). Thatknowledge canbe and is gainedprimarily through ground school and notthrough flight training infixed wing orrotor aircraft, nor is 

## itdependent onthe acquisition ofa commercial orprivatepilot'scertificate. Those certificates demonstrate knowledgeofthe factors and skills needed for the safe operation ofthose types ofaircraft (fixed wing orrotorcraft). It

## cannotbe assumedthat a commercialpilot, approvedto operate a helicopter orfixed wing aircraft, has the skill or ability to safely operate a smallunmanned aerial vehicle, operating at 400 AGL orlower, within strictly controlledpre-approved airspace. Besidesknowledge ofairspace regulations, dexterity inthe control and operationofthe sUAS acquired from actual operation ofthe aircraft is the most importantfactor in establishing anequivalent level of safety. Ifthe PIC has acquiredthe necessary knowledge ofairspace requirements, the relevant issues are (1) where the aircraftwill be f}own, (2) the size ofthe aircraftrelative to whatisbeing usedtodayto accomplishthe same mission, and (3) whatprecautions will be takento ensure the safety ofthose inthe areaofoperation. The aircraftbe operatedwithin a secure environment. Shouldthere be a mishap, the sUAS being flown pose significantlyless ofathreatthanthehelicopters and fixed wing aircraftnowbeing employedbecausethey are a fraction ofthe size, carry no flammable fuel, do not carry creworpassengers, andpose aninfinitesimal riskto others. This is in stark contrastto conventional aircraftthat are flown to the site, carry explosive fuel, carry passengers and crew, and operate in a muchlarger area.

## Minimum requirements for the PIC include: 

## 1) A minimum of200flight cycles and 25 hours oftotal time as a sUAS rotorcraft pilotand atleast 10 hours logged as a sUAS pilotwith a similar sUAS type (single blade ormultirotor); documented by KC Aerial Photo, LLC 2) A minimum of5hours as sUAS pilot withthe make and model ofsUAS to be utilized for operations under the exemption and 3 take offs and landings inthe preceding 90 days. 3) Have undergone a qualificationprocess as specified inthe KC Aerial Photo, LLC Flight Operations &Procedures Manual consisting ofaknowledge & skill test ofthe aircraftto beused. Oral exam administeredby KC Aerial Photo, LLC ownership. 4) Certifications: Academy ofModel Aeronautics Full Member, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle United State$ Member, Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Member, Unmanned Experts "Initial Qualification

**Training~** 

## Small UAS (IQT1) certification." 

## IQT1 CourseWorkDescription: The 8 Module IQT ShortCoursehas beenbuiltfrom 'bestpractices' inbothmanned,

**radio~controlled** 

## andUAS/RPAS international communities andis designed to provideessential aeronautical informationfor serious amateurs andprofessiof).als operatingSmall UAS in NationalAirspaces. Topics include all applicableregulations andguidance documents; aeronauticalbackground information such as charts, NOTAMS andAircraftCirculars; Radio

**Communic~tions** 

## Procedures; Human Factors and CrewResource Management; Basic Small UAS Aerodynamics; Weatherfactors; Airtnanship and

**Decision~making** 

## and Safe OperatingProcedures. No prior knowledge is requiredfor entryontothecourse. Individual Course Lectures include: SR1. Small UAS Regulations & 

## Guidance F5. BasicAeronautical Data SF1. Small UAS Aerodynamics F6. Radio Communications Procedures SW1. Small UAS Weather SOl. Small UAS OperationalArt S02. Small UAS Safe Operations SQ1. IQT Qualifying Quiz S)Be atleast 18years old. 6)Make availabletotheFAA, uponrequest,thesmall UAS for inspectionortesting, and anyassociated documents/recordsrequiredto bekeptundertheproposed rule. 7)Reportan accidenttotheFAA within 10 days ofanyoperationthatresultsin injuryorpropertydamage. 8)Conducta preflightinspection,to include specific aircraftand control station systems checks, toensurethe small UAS is safefor operation.

## 9) UponAvailability: Operatorswouldberequiredto: -Pass aninitial aeronautical knowledgetestatanFAA-approvedknowledgetesting center. -Be vetted bytheTransportationSecurityAdministration. -Obtain anunmanned aircraftoperatorcertificatewith a small UAS rating (like existingpilotairmancertificates, never expires). -Pass a recurrentaeronauticalknowledgetestevery24 months.
KC Aerial Photo, LLC intends to use commercially available sUAS Components for sUAS. These sUAS systems will betested for quality & 

## safety in ourtest facility before being deployedto the field. The sUAS is less than 55 lbs. fully loaded, carries neither a pilotnorpassenger, and operates exclusively within a secured area. We have a routine maintenance scheduleto verify thatthe sUAS will remain in safe and operational condition. Please see Appendix B, for Specific Types ofsUAS. Notes Regarding: 14 CF.R. Part21, SubpartH In accordance withthe statutory criteriaprovided in Section 333 ofPL 112-0©-95 inreferenceto 49 USC 44704, and in consideration ofthe size, weight, speed, and limited Operating areaassodatedwiththe aircraft and its operation, we requestthat this aircraftexemptionmeetsthe conditions ofSection 333. Therefore, ifgranted Section 333 reliefof 14 CFRpart 21, and any associatednoise certification andtestingrequirements ofpart 36, is notnecessary. 

## Notes Regarding: 14 C.F.R. 

## §45.23 (b). Marking ofthe Aircraft Given the size ofthe sUAV, two-inch lettering will be impossible. UAwill be identified by serialnumber, registered in accordance with 14 CFRpart 47, and have identification (N-0

### ©-Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFRpart45, Subpart C. Markings will be as large as practicable. 

## Notes Regarding: 14 CFR 

## § 91.7(a) Civil AircraftAirworthiness KC Aerial Photo, LLC'srequest is based on the fact that no airworthiness certificatewill be issued for the UAS. KC AerialPhoto, LLC'sUAS willnotrequire an airworthiness certificate in accordancewith 14 CFRpart 21, Subpart H. Based onthe fact that an airworthiness certificatewill notbe issued, exemption from§ 91.7(a) is not necessary. 

## Notes Regarding: 14 CFR § 91.9(b)(2) Civil aircraft flight manual, marking 

## &placard Certifications required, the original intent ofthese regulations was to display an aircraft's airworthiness, certification, and registration documents so theywouldbe easily available to inspectors and passengers. Basedonthe FAAMemorandum subject "Interpretationregarding whethercertainrequired documents maybekept at an unmanned aircraft's control station," dated August 8, 2014, the requested relieffrom 14 CFR §§ 91.9(b)(2) and 91.203(a) and (b) 

### is not necessary. 

## Notes Regarding: §91.109 Flightinstruction; Simulatedinstrument

## & certainflighttests Small UASs, bytheir design, do nothave fully functional dual controls. Flight control is accomplished through the use ofa control boxthat communicates with the aircraft viaradio communications. Aircraft being considered for use byKC Aerial Photo, LLC allowthe UAS Instructorto place the aircraft into 'loiter' mode (fixed altitude stationary hold). Inthe event ofthe student losing control, the UAS Instructor can quickly and via alternate equipment (equipmentnotin the hands ofthe student) placethe aircraft into a mode thatthen allows the instructorto bring the aircraftback into control andbackto the predetermined and/or safe landing location. KC AerialPhoto, LLC does not describetraining scenarios in which a dual set ofcontrols wouldbeutilized orrequired, i.e. dual flight instruction, providedbya flight instructor or other company-designated individual, thatwouldrequire that individualto have fully functioning dual controls. Rather, KC AerialPhoto, LLC evaluatesthe qualification ofits PICs based ontheir experience with the

### UAS to be operated and verifies throughtesting, in lieu offormalized training. As such, KC AerialPhoto, LLC does not seekrelieffrom 14 CFR § 91.109. 

## Notes Regarding § 

## 14 CFR91.119(b) Relieffrom § 14 CFR91.119(b), operation over congested areas, is not applicable, becausethe KC Aerial Photo LLC's operations will onlybe conductedwithin the secured area describedherein. 

## Support for Petitionfor Exemption Inaccordance withthe proceduralrequirements of 14 C.F.R. 

## §11.81, KC Aerial Photo, LLCprovides the following information: ContactInformation: Nicolas Rodriguez Founder/CEO KC Aerial Photo, LLC 9437 Ballentine St. OverlandPark, Kansas (913)-271-4819 KCAerialPhoto@gmail.com Regulatory Provisions from which KC Aerial Photo, LLC seeks anExemption KC Aerial Photo, LLC believes 

## itmay need an exemptionfrom the following provisions to conduct the contemplated operations. In some instances, reliefis neededbecauserelieffrom anotherprovisionrenders compliance withthe regulation athand infeasible. 333 AircraftExemption Status 14 C.F.R. §61.113(a) and (b) 14 C.F.R. §91.119(c) 14 C.F.R. §91.121 14 C.F.R. §91.151 14 C.F.R. §91.4D5(a) 14 C.F.R. §91.407(a) 14 C.F.R. §91.409(a)(1)&(2) 14 C.F.R. §91.417(a)&(b) KC Aerial Photo, LLC believes an exemptionis onlyneededfromthe above-listed regulatory provisions. To 

## the extentthatthe FAAbelievesthat additional reliefis required for KC Aerial Photo, LLC to conductthe operations described here, werequest an exemptionfrom any suchregulatory provisions as well.3 3 

### Forexample, 14 C.F.R. §91.417(a) imposes certainmaintenance record keeping requirements "as applicable". Since none ofthe underlying requirements (e.g., inspection intervals) canbe met and will require an exemption, KC AerialPhoto, LLC believes a separate exemption should notbe required for §91.417(a).

## KC Aerial Photo, LLC anticipates initially using a cadre ofspecially trained staffto conductthe sUAS operations. Whilethese individuals will nothold commercialpilot licenses. The sUAS will notcarry property for compensation orhire sincethey will be used solely to assist inevaluation ofthe infrastructure, equipment, right-of-way, assets, bridges, tunnels and out-buildings infurtherance ofKC Aerial Photo, LLC's client's primary business, the successful operationofa infrastructure; however, the employees' operationofthe sUAS will notbe incidental to their employmentwith KC Aerial Photo, LLC, andthey willbe compensatedfor suchwork. Without anexemption,the pilot would berequiredto hold a commercialpilot certificate under §61.133. However, therisk associated withthe contemplated operations is less thanthe riskposedby atraditional aircraft. The sUAS will fly ataltitudes well belowthe permissible limits for othercivil aircraft, eliminatingthe riskto otheraircraft, and within a geographical envelope under the sole control ofKCAerial Photo, LLC'sclients. Accordingly, the risk would be limitedto KC Aerial Photopersonnel, who will be appropriately outfitted in safety gear, and KC Aerial Photo, LLC'sclient'sproperty onthe ground. Requiring a commercial pilot certificate wouldprovideno appreciable safety benefit and would needlessly impose additional cost onKC Aerial Photo, LLC. Becausethe contemplated operations would not comply with §61.113(b)(1) andnone ofthe other exceptionsto paragraph (a) apply, reliefis needed from bothparagraphs (a) and (b).
14 C.F.R. 91.119(c) §91.119 Minimum safe altitudes: General. Exceptwhen necessary fortakeofforlanding, no personmay operate an Aircraftbelowthe following altitudes:

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## (c) Over otherthan congested areas. An

## altitude of500 feet above the surface, exceptover openwater or sparselypopulated areas. Inthose cases, the aircraft may notbe operated closerthan 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. 

# •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• KC Aerial Photo, LLC submitsthatthe only reliefitrequires from §91.119 is from the minimum altitudes listed inparagraph (c). Reliefis required from paragraph (c) for fixed wing operations because asset evaluationconducted at 500 feet orhigher is insufficiently distinctto bemeaningful. Since operations atthis altitude also pose a heightenedrisk of collisionwith another aircraft, safety can only be assuredthroughthe grant ofan exemption. The anticipatedrotorcraft operations shouldbe adequately addressed by paragraph (d) (1). Additionally, reliefshould notbe needed fromparagraph (a) because an emergency landing ofthe aircraftdue to apowerfailure will notcreate an undue hazardto persons orproperty onthe surface. As noted inthe explanation ofwhy an exemptionwill not adversely affect safety, KC Aerial Photo, LLC clients has exclusive use ofthe land overwhichthe sUAS will be operated, andpublic access is restricted. It 

## also has exclusive use ofsignificantportions ofland adjacentto the infrastructure and structures thatwillbethe objects ofevaluation and analysis. KC Aerial Photo LLC's Clients tightly control accessto land and have the ability to assure thatno individuals unassociated withthe planned operations are onthe affected land. As such, the risk of

## injury is minimal. KC Aerial Photo, LLC does not contemplate conducting operations overcongested areas, so reliefis notrequested from paragraph (b). 

## 14 C.F.R. 

## 91.121 14 C.F.R. §91.121AltimeterSettings This regulation requires eachpersonoperating anaircraftto maintain cruising altitude byreference to an altimeterthat is set "
...to the elevation ofthe departure airport oran appropriate altimeter setting available before departure." 

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## Anequivalentlevel ofsafety will be achievedby the operator,pursuantto the Manual and Safety Check list, confirmingthe altitude ofthe launch site shownonthe GPS altitude indicatorbefore flight. Altitude informationwill be provided to the sUAS pilotvia a digitally encoded telemetric data feed, which downlinks from the aircraft to a ground-based on-screen display. This altitude information will be generated by equipment installed on board the aircraft, using GPS triangulation, or digitally encodedbarometric altimeter, orradio altimeter, or any combinationthereof. Priorto each flight, a zero altitude initiation pointwill be established and confirmed for accuracy by 

## the pilot.


## 14 C.F.R. 

## 91.151 §91.151 Fuelrequirements for flight in VFR conditions. (a) Nopersonmay begin a flight in an airplane underVFRconditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enoughfuel to fly to the first pointofintended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed

- (1) Duringthe day, to fly afterthatfor at least 30minutes. (b) Nopersonmay begin a flight ina rotorcraftunder VFRconditionsunless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enoughfuel to fly to the first pointofintendedlanding and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly afterthat for at least

## 20 minutes
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# .. Operatingthe sUAS in a pre-defined areawithless than 30 minutes ofreserve fuel does notraise the type ofrisk contemplatedby 

## §91.151, i.e., that an aircraftcould run out offuel inthe eventithas to beflown to an alternate airport or circlethe planned airport inthe event ofunanticipated conditions. KC Aerial Photo,LLC does notintend to use the sUAS for point-to-pointflights and will notoperatethe sUAS beyondvisual line ofsight. Norwillthe sUAS require an airport inorderto land. Rather, KC Aerial Photo, LLC will operatethe sUAS using pre-planned flight paths (takinginto account weather conditions) designedto allowthe s UAS to fly to thepointofintendedlanding. As such, there is no need for a time basedexcess fuel requirement. Rather it shouldbe sufficientto require only as muchadditional excess flight capacity as necessaryto safelylandthe sUAS. We believe that a 

## 25% battery reserve ismore than sufficientto meetthis objective. 14 C.P.R. 91.405(a), 91.407(a) (1), 14 C.P.R. 91.409(a) (1)&(2) 

## and 14 C.P.R. 91.417(a) & (b)

## §91.405Maintenance required. Eachowner oroperator ofan aircraft- (a) Shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribedin subpart E ofthis part and shallbetweenrequired inspections, except as providedinparagraph (c) ofthis section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed inpart43 ofthis chapter; 

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- (1) It

## hasbeen approved for returnto service by a person authorized under §43.7 ofthis chapter; 

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_ (1) An 

## annual inspection in accordance with part43 ofthis chapter andhas beenapproved forreturnto serviceby a person authorizedby §43.7 ofthis chapter; or (2) An

## inspectionfor the issuance ofan airworthiness certificate in accordance withpart 21 ofthis chapter.

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**Aeria~** 

## Photo, LLC will maintainthe aircraft as instructed inthe owner's manual andASTM F2909, where applicable, and will not operate the aircraftuntil ithas reasonably determinedthat any neededrepairs have been made. However, because ofthetechnical impossibility ofmeeting the requirements of §§91.405(a), 407(a), 409(a) and 417(a)&(b), we believe an exemptionfrom these provisions is appropriate. Please do nothesitate to contactme atthe phonenumber orvia the e-mail addressprovided above shouldyouhave any questions orconcerns.

## Respectfully submitted, Nicolas Rodriguez Founder/CEO, KC Aerial Photo, LLC Appendix 

## A Summary for Federal Register Publication Pursuantto 14 C.F.R. Part 11, the following summary is providedfor publicationinthe Federal Register shouldthe FAA determine thatpublicationis needed. Petitioner: KC Aerial Photo, LLC Sections of 14 C.F.R. Affected: 333 AircraftExemption Status 14 C.F.R. §61.113(a) ;md (b) 14 C.F.R. §91.119(c) 14 C.F.R. §91.121 14 C.F.R. §91.151 14 C.F.R. §91.405(a) 14 C.F.R. §91.407(a) 14 C.F.R. §91.409(a) 14 C.F.R. §91.417(a)&(b) Description ofReliefSought: Petitioner seeks relieffrom the requirements of333 Aircraft Exemption Status, 14 C.F.R., 61.113(a)&(b)), 91.119(c), 91.121, 91.151, 91.405(a), 91.407(a), 91.409(a), and 91.417(a)&(b) to 

## conduct sUAS operations overKC Aerial Photo, LLC's Client's owned or controlled land, solely during daylighthours, to assist inthe safe evaluationand analysis ofinfrastructure and operations. Ingeneral, sUAS operations are intendedto be conductedinareas remote from bothcongested areas and airports. The nature of operations anticipatedby KC Aerial Photo, LLC requires thatthe sUAS be flown at relatively lowaltitudes. KC Aerial Photo, LLC expects thatin mostinstances, the sUAS will be flown less than 75 feet from the highest structure along the pathofthe sUAS and in no instances will be flown higher than400 feet above the ground. Accordingly, the risk ofinterference with other aircraft is minimal.

## AppendixB Specific type(s), make, and model

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# A...f..f~c,hc,L #1 DJI Inspire 1

See Attached FlightManuals: DIT Inspire 1UserManual

## Appendix C: KC Aerial Photo, LLC Safety Operations 

## & Procedures Overview Technology Considerations: Best-in-class, tried and proventechnologies that are in advanced iterations. Software from highly-reputable industrypartners will include features: 1. Auto descent (landing) ifcommunication signal wereto be severed. Ifthe sUAS loses communications, the sUAS willhave capabilityto return to a pre-determined location within the SecurityPerimeter and land. 2. Auto descent (landing) ifbatterywereto drop lower than nominal level. 3. Flights will beterminated at 25% batterypowerreserve. 4. Livevideo for operator gives real-time positioning feedback. In otherwords, we can monitorthe scene from the vehicle's perspective for collision avoidance, and to maintain spatial orientation. 5. The sUAS will havethecapabilityto abort a flight in case ofunpredictedobstacles or emergencies. 6. On-Screen-Display (OSD) contains operating informationto ascertain vehiclehealth at all times: speed, altitude, number ofGPS satellites (when available), heading and voltage. 7. GPS lock supplies for return-to-home (RTH). Should Command and Control (C2) link failures occur (highly improbable), vehicle returns automaticallyto the point oflaunch. 8. Altitude information will be providedto the sUAS pilot viaa digitally encodedtelemetric data feed, which downlinks from the aircraftto a ground-based on-screen display. This altitude information will be generated byequipmentinstalled on boardthe aircraft, using GPS triangulation, ordigitally encoded barometric altimeter, orradio altimeter, or any combinationthereof. Priorto each flight, a zero altitude initiationpointwill be established and confirmed for accuracybythe pilot. Mechanical/Physical: 1. Wewill fly line-of-sight (LOS) only. The vehicle will alwaysremain in direct LOS to the pilot, thus eliminatingthe concern ofsignal severance (flying behind objects/walls). 2. The sUAS will weigh less than 55 lbs and travel at less than 50 knots. 3. Batteries should far exceed the capacityrequired for actual flight time. 4. Flights will be operated at an altitude ofno more than 400 feet AGL. 5. Fireproofbags for storage and charging ofhigh capacity Lipo batteries on-site. 6. UA operated underthis exemption will be marked in accordance with 14 CFRpart45 oras otherwise authorizedbythe FAA. Personnel: 1. Spotters ensure safe operation and act as a redundant set ofeyes for operators (pilot, gimbal op, director) 2. Radio spectrum analysis for interference onthe frequencies utilized for vehicle controVcommun1cation. 3. A briefing will be conducted inregard to the planned sUAS operations priortaeach day's activities. It

### will be mandat<>ry that allpersonnel who will beperforming duties withinthe boundaries ofthe safetyperimeterbe present for this briefmg. 4. The operator will obtainthe consent ofall persons involved inthe sUAS operations and ensure thatonly consentingpersons will be allowed within 100 feet ofthe flight operations.

## 5. Spotter and pilotwill at all times be in 

## direct contact 6. Written and/or oral permission from the relevant property holders will be obtained. 7. 

## Pilot and spotterwill have beentrained in operation ofUAS generally and received up-todate information on the particularUAS to be operated. Operations: 1. 

## The unmanned aircraft (UA) mustweigh less than 55 pounds (25 Kg), including energy source(s) and equipment. Operations authorizedbythis petition ofexemption are limited to the following aircraft described inAppendixB. Proposed operations ofany other aircraft will require a newpetitionor a petition amendmentto this request. 2. The UAmay notbe flown at a ground speed exceeding 50 knots. 3. Flights mustbe operated at an altitude ofno more than 400 feet above ground level (AGL), as indicatedbythe procedures specifiedinthe operator's manual. All altitudes reportedto ATC mustbe infeet AGL. 4. TheUAmustbe operatedwithinvisual line ofsight (VLOS) ofthe PIC andVisual Spotter "VS" at alltimes. Thisrequiresthe PIC to be able to use humanvisionunaided by any device otherthan corrective lenses. 5. All operations must utilize a VS at all times. The VS may be usedto satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintainsVLOS capability. The VS and PIC mustbe able to communicate verbally at all times. 6. The operator's manual included as Appendix C andthispetition ofexemption mustbe maintained andmade available to theAdministratoruponrequest. Ifa discrepancy exists betweenthe conditions and limitations inthis exemption and the procedures outlined inthe operator'smanual, the conditions and limitations hereintake precedence and mustbe followed. Otherwise, the operatormust follow the procedures as outlinedinits operator'smanual. The operatormay update or revise its operator'smanual. It

## is the operator's responsibility to track suchrevisions and presentupdated andrevised documents to the Administratoruponrequest. The operator mustalso presentupdated andrevised documents ifitpetitions for extension or amendment. Ifthe operatordetermines that any update orrevision would affectthe basis for whichthe FAA grants this petitionfor exemption, thenthe operatormustpetition for amendment to theirexemption. The FAA'sUAS Integration Office (AFS-80) maybe contacted ifquestions arise r-egarding updates orrevisions to the operator'smanual. 7. Priorto each flight the PIC mustinspectthe UAS to ensure itis ina condition for safe flight. Ifthe inspectionreveals a conditionthat affects the safe operation oftheUAS, the aircraft is prohibited from operatinguntil the necessary maintenance has beenperformed andthe UAS is found to be ina conditionfor safe flight. The Ground Control Station, ifutilized, mustbe includedinthe preflightinspection. All maintenance and alterations mustbe properly

## documented inthe aircraftrecords. 8. Any UAS thathas undergone maintenance or &Iterations that affectthe UAS operation orflight characteristics, e.g. replacement ofa flight critical component, mustundergo a functional test flight inaccordance withthe operator'smanual. The PIC who conductsthe functional testflight mustmake an entry inthe UAS aircraftrecords ofthe flight. Therequirements and procedures for a functional test flight and aircraftrecord entry mustbe addedto the operator'smanual. 9. The operatormustfollow the manufacturer'sUAS aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limitrequirements. Whenunavailable, aircraftmaintenance/component/overhaul, replacement, and inspection/maintenancerequirements mustbeestablished and identified inthe operator's manual. Ata minimum, requirements for the following mustbe included inthe operator'smanual: a. Actuators 

## I Servos; b. Transmission (singlerotor); c. Powerplant (motors); d. Propellers; e. Electronic speed controller; f. Batteries; g. Mechanical dynamic components (singlerotor); h. Remote command and control; i. Ground control station (ifused); and j. Any othercomponents as determined bythe operator 10. The PilotIn Command (PIC) mustpossess a "FullMembership" ofthe Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), Unmanned Aerial Vehicle United States Member, Associationfor UnmannedVehicle Systems InternationalMember, UnmannedExperts 

## "Initial QualificationTraining- Small UAS (IQTl) certification." 11. Priorto operations conducted for the purpose ofinfrastructure inspections, the PIC musthave accumulated and logged, in a mannerconsistentwith 14 CFR 

## § 61.51(b), a minimumof200 flight cycles and 25 hours oftotal time as a UAS rotorcraftpilotand at least 10 hours logged as a UAS pilotwith a similarUAS type (single blade or multirotor). Priordocumented flight experiencethat was obtained incompliance with applicable

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## may satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, and experience-building flights canalso be conducted underthis petition ofexemptionto accomplishtherequired flight cycles andflight time. Duringtraining, proficiency, andexperience-building flights, allpersonsnot essential for flight operations are considerednonparticipants, andthe PIC must operate the UAwith appropriate distance from nonparticipants inaccordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 12. Priorto operations conductedfor the purpose ofinfrastructure inspection, the PIC musthave accumulated and logged, in a mannerconsistentwith 14 CFR 

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## 61.51(b), a minimum offivehours as UAS pilotoperatingthe make and model of UAS to beutilized for operations underthe exemption andthree take-offs and three landings inthe preceding 90 days. Training, proficiency, experience building, andtake-offandlanding currency flights canbe conductedunderthis petition ofexemptionto accomplishthe required flighttime and 90 day currency. Duringtraining, proficiency, experience-building, andtake-offand landing currency flights allpersons not essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, andthe PIC must operate the UAwith appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR 

## § 91.119. 13. Priorto any flight operations authorized by this petitionofexemption, the PIC and VS musthave successfully completedthe certificationprocess. Asthis is a requirement stipulatedbythe operator, the testmustbe developed and implementedby a qualifiedpersondesignated atthe sole discretion ofthe operator. A record ofcompletion ofthis qualificationprocess mustbe documented andmade available to the Administrator uponrequest. 14. 

## Priorto operations conductedfor thepurpose ofinfrastructure inspection, a flight demonstration, administeredby anoperator-approved and -qualifiedpilotmustbe successfully completed and documented. This documentationmustbe available for review uponrequestby the Administrator. Because the knowledge and airmanship test qualifications have beendeveloped bythe operator, andthere are no established practicaltest standards that support ajurisdictionalFAAFSDO evaluation and approval ofcompany designated examiners, the petitionerwill conductthese tests in accordance withthe operator'smanual. 15. TheUAmay notbe operated directly overany person, except authorized and consentingpersonnel, below an altitude thatis hazardoustopersons orproperty on the surface inthe event ofa UAS failure or emergency. 16. Regardingthe distance from participatingpersons, the operator's manual has safety mitigations for authorized and consentingpersonnel. Atall times, those persons mustbe essential to the operations. 17. Regarding distance from nonparticipating persons, the operatormustensure that no persons are allowed within 500 feet ofthe areaexceptthose consenting to be involved and necessary for the infrastructure inspection operations. This provision may bereduced to no less than200 feet ifitwould not adversely affect safety andthe Administratorhas approved it. Forexample, an equivalentlevel ofsafety may be determined by anaviation safety inspector's evaluation ofthe infrastructure inspection areato note terrain features, obstructions, buildings, safety barriers, etc. Suchbarriersmayprotectnonparticipating persons (observers, the public, news media, etc.) from debris inthe event ofan accident. 18. IftheUAS loses communications orloses its GPS signal, the UAmustreturnto a pre-determined locationwithinthe security perimeter and land orbe recovered in

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accordance withthe operator'smanual. 19. The UAS must abortthe flight inthe event ofunpredictedobstacles or emergencies in accordance withthe operator'smanual. 20. EachUAS operationmustbe completed with25%batterypowerremaining. 21. The operatormust obtainwritten ororal consent from allproperty owners. 22. All aircraft operatedinaccordance withthis exemptionmustbeidentifiedby serial number, registered in accordance with 14 CFRpart47, and have identification (N-Number) markings inaccordance with 14 CFRpart45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as practicable. 23. The operator must develop procedures to document andmaintaina record ofthe UAS maintenance, preventative maintenance, alterations, status of replacement/overhaul componentparts, andthe total time in service ofthe UAS. These procedures mustbe addedto the operator'smanual. 24. EachUAS operatedunderthis exemptionmust comply with all manufacturer Safety Bulletins. 25. The operatormust develop UAS technician qualification criteria. These criteria mustbe addedto the operator's manual. 26. The preflightinspection section inthe operator's manual mustbe amendedto include the following requirement: Thepreflightinspectionmust account for all discrepancies, i.e. inoperable components, items, orequipment, not coveredinthe relevantpreflightinspection sections ofthe operator'smanual. 27. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrumusedfor operation and control ofthe UAmust comply withthe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) orother appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 28. The documents requiredunder 14 CFR 

## §§ 91.9 and 91.203 mustbe available to the PIC atthe Ground Control Station oftheUAS any time the aircraftis operating. These documents mustbe made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement officialuponrequest. 29. The UAmustremainclear and yieldthe right ofwayto all othermanned operations and activities atall times (including, butnot limitedto, ultralightvehicles, parachute activities, parasailing activities, hang gliders, etc.). 30. UAS operations maynotbe conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR 

## § 1.1. All operations mustbe conductedundervisual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights under specialvisual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

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31. The UAS may notbe operatedbythe PIC from any moving device orvehicle. 32. The UAmay notbe operatedless than 500 feet beloworless than2,000 feet horizontally from a cloud orwhenvisibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 33. The UAmaynot operate in Class B, C, orD airspace withoutwritten approval from the FAA. The UAmay not operate within 5 nautical miles ofthe geographic center ofa non-towered airport as denoted on a currentFAA-published aeronautical chartunless a letterofagreementwiththat airport's management is obtained, andthe operationis conductedinaccordance with aNOT AM as required by the operator's COA. The letter ofagreementwiththe airportmanagementmustbe made available to the Administratoruponrequest. 34. Any incident, accident, orflight operationthattransgresses the lateral or vertical boundaries ofthe operational area as definedbythe applicable COAmustbereported to the FAA'sUAS Integration Office (AFS-80) within24 hours. Accidents mustbe reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) perinstructions contained ontheNTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov. Furtherflight operations may not be conducted until the incident, accident, ortransgressionis reviewed by AFS-80 and authorizationto resume operations is provided.

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The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensure you to make full use of your Inspire 1. 1.Disclaimer 2.1n the Box 3.1nspire 1 Quick Start Guide 4.Safety Guidelines 5.1nspire 1 User Manual 6.1ntelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines Watching 

### all the tutorial videos and reading the Disclaimer before flight is recommended. Afterwards, prepare for your first flight by using the Inspire 1 Quick Start Guide. Refer to this manual for more comprehensive information.

Please watch the tutorial video belowto learn howto use Inspire 1 correctly and safely: www.dji.com/product/inspire-1 /video

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before use. Scan the QR code or visit "http://m.dji.net/djipilot" to download the app. 

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# Contents
Using this manual Legends Before Flight Watch the video tutorials Download the DJI Pilot app 

### Product Profile Introduction Feature Highlights Assemble the Aircraft Aircraft Diagram Remote Controller Diagram 

### Aircraft Flight Controller Flight Mode Flight Status Indicator Return to Home (RTH) Dynamic Home Point Vision Positioning System Flight Recorder Attaching and Detaching the Propellers DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 

### Remote Controllers Remote Controller Profile Remote Controller Operations Dual Remote Controllers Mode Remote Controller Status LED Linking the Remote Controller Remote Controller Compliance Version 

### Gimbal and Camera Camera Profile Gimbal 

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### 43 Academy 

### 43 User Center 

### 43 Flight Flight Environment Requirements 

### 45 Flight Limits and Flight Restriction Area 

### 45 Preflight Checklist 

### 49 Calibrating the Compass 

### 49 Auto Take-off and Auto Landing 

### 50 Starting/Stopping the Motors 

### 51 Flight Test 

### 51 FAQ Appendix Specifications 

### 57 Intelligent Orientation Control (lOG) 

### 60 Howto Update Firmware 

### 61 FCC Compliance 

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# Product Profile
This chapter describes the features of Inspire 1, instructs you to assemble the aircraft and explains the components on the aircraft and remote controllers.

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# Product Profile

The Inspire 1 is brand new quadcopter capable of capturing 4K video and transmitting an HD video signal (up to 2km) to multiple devices straight out of the box. Equipped with retractable landing gear, it can capture an unobstructed 360 degree view from its camera. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability and weight efficiency while minimizing space. When no GPS signal is available, Vision Positioning technology provides hovering precision.

Camera and Gimbal: Up to 4K video recording and 12 megapixel photo capture. Reserved mounting space for NO filters for better exposure control. New quick-release mount allows you to remove the camera with ease. HD Video Downlink: Low latency, HD downlink powered by an enhanced version of the OJI Lightbridge system. It also provides dual controllers mode. Landing gear: Retractable landing gearthat enables an unobstructed panoramic view from the camera. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: 4500 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery employs new battery cells and a battery management system. Flight Controller: The next generation flight controller system provides a more reliable flight experience. A new flight recorder stores the flight data from each flight, and Vision Positioning enhances hovering precision when no GPS is available.



### Unlocking Travel Mode The aircraft is in Travel Mode during delivery. Follow these steps to change it to Landing Mode before your first flight: 1. Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment. 2. Power on the Remote Controller and the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Toggle the Transformation Switch up and down at least four times. 4. Power off the aircraft.

Travel Mode Togglex4 Land:ng Mode



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# 6 • Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" (P21) for more information

. • If you have purchased the dual remote controller version. you must use the Master remote

controller to deactivate Travel Mode. Refer to "Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode" (P30) section for more infromation about Master remote controller. • Be sure to remove the gimbal from the aircraft before switch from Landing Mode to Travel Mode. • Place the aircraft on the smooth and reflective surface (e.g. table or tile) before switching between

the travel modes to the landing mode. Do not place the aircraft on the rough and sound-absorbing surface (e.g. carpet) before switching between thetravel modes and landing mode. 

### Installing Gimbal and Camera 1. Remove Gimbal Cover. 2. Rotate the Gimbal Lockto the unlocked position (to the right when facing the nose of the aircraft). 3. Insertthe gimbal by aligning the white mark on the Gimbal. 4. Rotate the Gimbal Lock back into the locked position.



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Locked 

# 6 Ensure the Micro-SO card is correctly inserted into the camera. 

### Attaching Propellers Attach propellers with the black nut onto motors with the black dot and spin counter-clockwise to secure. Attach propellers with gray nut onto motors without a black dot and spin clockwise to secure.

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# & Place all propellers onto the correct motor and tighten by hand to ensure security before flight 

### Attaching 1345s Quick-Release Propellers The i345s Quick-Release propeller is the upgrade version of the propellers that greatly enhance the reliability of the propeller during the flight. Following the steps below to attach the i 345s Quick-Release propeflers.


### 1. Install the propellers with a white dot onto the mounting plates that have a white dot, and install the propellers without a white dot onto the mounting plates that do not have a white dot

Without white dot

2. Align the hook (A) on the propellers with the securing spring (B), then press down the propeller onto the mounting plate then rotate the propellers according to the lock direction until it is secured.



### Preparing Remote Controller Tilt the Mobile Device Holder to the desired position then adjustthe antenna as shown. 1. Press the button on the side of the Mobile Device Holder to release the clamp, adjust it to fit then attach your mobile device. 2. Connect your mobile device to the remote controller with a USB cable. 3. Plug one end of the cable into your mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller.



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[1] GPS [2] Propeller (P17) [2] [3] [3] Motor [4] [5) 

### [4] Front LED (P12) [5] Landing gear [6] Gimbal and Camera (P35)

[9] [7] Intelligent Flight Battery (P18) [10] [8] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

### [9] Rear LED (P12) [10] Camera Micro-USB Port [11] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot (P35) [12] [13) [12] Vision Positioning Sensors (P16) [13] Aircraft Status Indicator (P13)

[1] Antennas (P29) Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Mounting place for your mobile device. 

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**~** INSPIRE 1 User Manual [6] Battery Level LEOs [8] Power Button Displays the current battery level. [7] Status LED Used to power on or power off the remote controller. [9] RTH LED Displays the power status. Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.

[10] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. Only functions when the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilot app. [11] Playback Button Playback the captured images or videos. [12] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If in burst mode, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [13] Flight Mode Switch Used to switch between P, A and F mode. [14] Video Recording Button Press to start recording video. Press again to stop recording. [15] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal. [16] Mini-HOM! Port Connect an HD compatible monitor to this port to get a live HD video preview of what the camera sees. [17] Micro-USB Port For connecting the remote controller to your computer. [16] [17] [18] [19]

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# Aircraft
This chapter describes the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System and the Intelligent Flight Battery.

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# Aircraft

The Inspire 1's flight controller is based on OJI flight controller with several enhancements such as new flight mode and new safe mode. Three safe modes are available: Failsafe, Return Home and Dynamic Home Point. These features ensure the safe return of your aircraft if the control signal is lost. A flight recorder stores crucial flight datafor each flight.

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found in the section below: P mode (Positioning) : P mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P mode, which will be automatically selected bythe Inspire 1depending on GPS signal strength and Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATTI: Neither GPS or Vision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometer to maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home if the Remote Controller signal is lost and if the Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC in Appendix.

:\): Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight Mode Switch" on P27 for more information.

The INSPIRE 1 comes with the Front LED, Rear LED and Aircraft Status Indicator. The positions of these LEOs are shown in the figure below:

Front LED Rear LED
The Front and Rear LED show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LED displays solid red and the Rear LED displays solid green. Aircraft Status Indicator shows the system status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status Indicator: 

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### ~X2 ······Green Flashes Twice :@·······Yellow Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (P mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) Safeto Ry (P modewithVision Positioning butwithout

### GPS) Safe to Fly (A mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) 

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..···· Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required

The Return to Home (RTH) brings the aircraft backto the last recorded Home Point. There are three cases thatwill trigger RTH procedure; they are Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH and Failsafe RTH.

Home Point



### Smart RTH The Home Point is the location atwhich your aircraft takes 

### offwhen the GPS signal is strong. You can view the GPS signal strength through the GPS icon

**(~.nil).** If you are using the Dynamic Home Point setting, the Home Point will be updated to your current position as you move around and when the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks green.
Using the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on P28 for more information) or the RTH button in the DJI Pilot app when GPS is available to enables smart RTH. The aircraft return to the latest recorded Home Point, you may control the aircraft's orientation to avoid collision during the Smart RTH. Press the Smart RTH button once to start the process, press the Smart RTH button again to exit Smart RTH and regain the control.

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### Battery RTH The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when these warnings are shown. DJI Pilot app will advise user to return the aircraft to the Home Point when low battery warning is triggered. Aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after 1 0 seconds countdown. User can cancel the RTH by pressing once on the RTH button. The thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the current aircraft altitude and its distance from the Home Point. Aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only supportthe aircraft to land to the ground from the current altitude. User can use the remote controller to control the aircraft's orientation during the landing process. The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below

Critical Low battery level Sufficient battery warning(Red) ieve!(Green)



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The aircraft must land immediately. Estimated remaining flight based on current battery level. Power requires to return home Battery leve: indicator

Aircraft status indicator blinks RED slowly.

Aircraft status indicator blinks RED quickly.


## N/A Tap "Go-home" to have the aircraft return to the Home point and land automatically, or "Cancel" to resume normal flight. If no action is taken, the aircraft will automatically go home and land after 1 0 seconds. Remote controller will sound an alarm. The DJI Pilot app screen will •. flash red and aircraft starts to

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and are adjusted automatically, according to the aircraft's current status. 

### Failsafe RTH Failsafe RTH is activated automatically if remote controller signal (including video relay signal) is lost for more than 3 seconds provided that Home Point has been successfully recorded and compass is working normally. Return home process may be interrupted and the operator can regain control over the aircraft if a remote controller signal is resumed. 

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## 11 Record Home Point (HP) 2 Confirm Home Point 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost

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# & • Aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore it is important to set an reasonable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" view and select "MODE" to set the Failsafe altitude. • Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to the Home Point if you move the throttle

stick during the Failsafe.

Dynamic home point is useful in situations when you are in motion and require a Home Point that is differentfrom the takeoff point. GPS module is located at the position shown in the figure below:



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### There are two options for Dynamic Home Point. 

### i. Set the aircraft current coordinate as the new Home Point. 2. Set the remote controller's coordinate as the new Home Point. Setting Up Dynamic Home Point 

### Follow the steps below to setup Dynamic Home Point: 

### i. Connect to the mobile device and launch the DJI Pilot app and goto the "Camera" page. 2. Tap"."and



### select"~", to reset the remote controller's coordinates as the new Home Point. 3. Tap"'"and



### select".~", to reset the aircraft's coordinates as the new Home Point. 4. The aircraft status indicator blinks green to show Home Point is set successfully.

DJI Vision Positioning is a positioning system that uses ultrasonic and image data to help the aircraft identify its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Inspire 

### i can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where there is no GPS signal available. The main components of DJI Vision Positioning are located on the bottom of your Inspire 

### i, including 

### [i]two sonar sensors and[2]one monocular camera.

Using Vision Positioning 

### Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Inspire 

### i is powered on. No manual action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in the indoor environment where no GPS is available. By using the sensors on the Vision Positioning system, Inspire 

### i can perform precision hovering even when no GPS is available.

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 1. Toggle the switch to "P" as shown the figure to the right: 2. Place the Inspire 1 on a flat surface. Notice that the Vision Positioning system cannot work properly on surfaces without pattern variations. 3. Power on the Inspire 1. The aircraft status indicator will flash twice in green light, which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift off, and the Inspire 1will hover in place. 

# Lt, The performance of your Inspire 1's Vision Positioning System is subject to the surface you are flying over. The ultrasonic waves may not be able to accurately measure the distance over sound absorbing materials, and the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from "P" mode to "A" mode automatically if both GPS and Vision Positioning System are not available. So operate the aircraft cautiouslywhen in any of the following situations: • Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). • Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. • Flying at high speeds(over 8m/s at 2 meters or over 4m/s at 1 meter). • Flying 

### overwater or transparent surfaces. • Flying 

### overmoving surfaces or objects. • Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. • Flying over extremely dark (lux 

### < 1 0) or bright (lux 

### > 1 0,000) surfaces. • Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). • Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. • Flying 

### oversurfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with same design). • Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves awayfrom the aircraft. • In the event of loss of remote controller's signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds and then

auto-land if it is in "P" mode. :\): • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness of the sensors. • The effective hovering altitudes of the aircraft is from 0 to 2.5 meters. • Vision Positioning system may notfunction properly when the aircraft is flying over water. • Vision Positioning system may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions (less than 1OOiux). • Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is

in operation. • Vision Positioning system may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the

ground (below 0.5 meters) in fast speed. 

# 0 Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency sound that is only audible to some animals.

Flight data is automatically stored in the internal storage device of the aircraft. User can gain access to these data through the DJI Pilot app. This includes flight duration, orientation, distance, aircraft status information, speed, and other parameters.

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Inspire 1. The grey or black nut on the propeller indicates the rotation direction of the propeller and where it should be attached. To attach the propellers properly,
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Attach On Motors without a black dot Motors with a black dot Legends



### B~ Lock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten 

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### Attaching the Propellers 

### I. Attach the propellers with a grey nut onto a motor without a black dot and spin the propellers clockwise to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with a black nut onto a motor with a black dot and spin the propellers counter clockwise to secure its position. Be sure to completely tighten each propeller by hand before flight.



## &, • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannottake off. • Handling the propellers with care. • Manuallytighten each ofthe propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure 

### it is attached firmly. 

### Detaching the Propellers Hold the motor still. Then spin the propeller in the unlock direction indicated on the propeller itself. 

### Detaching 1345s Quick-Release Propellers Press the 1345s Quick-Release propellers downward firmly then rotate the propeller in the unlock direction to unlockthe propellers.



## &, • Checkthat the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight. • Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use old, chipped,

or broken propellers. • To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOTtouch propellers or motors when they are spinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience.

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4500mAh, voltage of 22.2V, and smart chargedischarge functionality. It can only be charged with an appropriate DJI approved charger.

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## Lt, Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" P21 for more information

. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: LEOs display the current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: LEOs displaythe current battery power cycle. 3. Auto-discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% of total power when it is idle (press the power button to check battery level will cause battery to exit idle state) for more than 10 days to prevent swelling. It takes around 2 days to discharge the battery to 65%.1t is normal to feel moderate heat emitting from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging. 5. Over charge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 0 °C{32°F) and 40°C (104°F). 7. Over Current Protection: Battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 10A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: Discharging automatically stops when the battery voltage reaches 18V to prevent over-discharge damage 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected. 10. Battery Cell Damages Protection: DJI Pilot app shows warning message when damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Information History: Show the last 32 entries of battery information records that include warning messages and so on. 12. Sleep Mode: Sleep mode is entered after 10 minutes of inactivity to save power. 13. Communication: Battery voltage, capacity, current, and other relevant information is provided to the aircraft's to the main controller. 

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### Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guide/ins before use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. Using the Battery

Powering ON/OFF Powering On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will displaythe current battery level. Powering Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power off. © 201[-) DJ!. All Rights Reser;ed 

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### LowTemperature Notice: 1. The performance of the intelligent Flight Battery is significantly reduced when flying in a low temperature environments (those with air temperatures below S°C). Ensure that the battery is fully charged and the cell voltage is at 4.43 V before each flight. 2. Using the Intelligent Flight Battery in extremely low temperature environments (those with air temperatures below -10°C) is not recommended. When flying in environments with temperatures between

# soc and -1 0°C, the Intelligent Flight Battery should be able to achieve the appropriate voltage levels (above 4.2 V), but it is recommended that you apply the included insulation sticker to the battery in order to prevent a rapid drop in temperatures. 3. If the DJI Pilot app displays the "Critical Low Battery Level Warning" when flying in low temperature

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### environments, stop flying and land the aircraft immediately. You will still be able to control the aircraft's 

### 0 movement when this warning is triggered. 

### §1, 4. Store the Intelligent Flight Battery in a room temperature environment and ensure that its temperature exceeds

# soc before using it in the low temperature environment. S. When using the Inspire 1 in a low temperature environment, begin by allowing the aircraft to hover at a low altitude, for approximately one minute, to heatthe battery. 6. To ensure optimum performance, keep the Intelligent Flight Battery's core temperature above 20°C when in use. 

# 6 In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft to warm up for approximately 1-2 minutes before taking off. 

### Checking the battery level The Battery Level Indicators display how much remaining power the battery has. When the battery is powered off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See below for details.



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### Battery life The battery life indicates how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must be replaced. When the battery is powered off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink as described below for 2 seconds:



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# EJ.:I For more information about the battery, launch DJI Pilot app and check the information under the battery tab. 

### Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery I. Connect Battery Chargerto a power source (I00-240V 50/60Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. Ifthe battery level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level Indicator will displaythe current battery level during charging. 4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when Battery Level Indicators are all off. 5. Air cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature before storing it for an extended period. 

# & • Do not charge the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with standard charger (model: A14-1OOPIA) at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. • Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Inspire I. Never insert or

remove a battery when it is powered on.

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### ~ **~:** LE04blinks three times per second '•' (>40°C) After any of the above mentioned protection issues are resolved, press the button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug the charger in the event of a room temperature error, the charger will resume charging when the temperature falls within the normal range.



# 6 OJI does nottake any responsibility for damage caused bythird-party chargers.

**~\):** Howto discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: To effectively calibrate the battery capacity, it is recommended to charge and discharge the battery thoroughly for every 1 0 charge-and-discharge cycle. User should install the battery onto the aircraft and then power on the aircraft to initiate the discharge process, discharge the battery until the aircraft is powered 

### offautomatically. User should then fully charge the battery to ensure the battery is working at its optimal. Slow: Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Inspire 1's Battery Compartment and power it on. Leave it on until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the OJI Pilot appto check battery level. Rapid: Fly the Inspire 1 outdoors until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer beturned on.


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# Remote Controllers
This chapter describes the features of the remote controller that includes aircraft and remote controller operations and dual remote controller mode.

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# Remote Controller

The Inspire 1 Remote Controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the video downlink ground system and aircraft Remote Controller system. The video downlink and aircraft Remote Controller system operate at 2.4 GHz with maximum transmission distance of 2km. The remote controller features a number of camera functions, such as taking and previewing photos and video, and controlling gimbal motions. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The current battery level is displayed by LEOs on the front panel of the remote control.

• Compliance Version: The Remote Controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. • Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 , Mode 2. • Mode 1:The right stick serves as the throttle. • Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle. Do not operate more than 3 aircrafts within in the same area (size equivalent to a soccer field) to prevent transmission interference.



### Powering OnAnd OffThe Remote Controller The Inspire 1 remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery with a capacity of 6000mAh. The battery level is indicated bythe Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow the steps below to power on your remote controller: 1. When powered off, press the Power Button once and the Battery Level LEOs will display the current battery level. 2. Then, press and hold the Power Button to power on the remote controller. 3. The Remote Controller will beep when it powers on. The Status LED will blink green (slave remote controller blinks solid purple) rapidly, indicating that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LED will show a solid green light when linking is completed. 4. Repeat step 2to power offthe remote controller after finish using it.



### Charging Remote Controller Charge the remote controller via supplied charger. 

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### Controlling Camera Shoot videos or images and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback Button and Video Recording Button on the remote control.

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[1] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to quickly adjust camera settings such as ISO and shutter speed without letting go of the remote controller. Move the dial button to left or right to view the pictures or videos in playback mode. [2] Playback Button Press to view images or videos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press. [4] Receding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. 

### Controlling Aircraft This section explains how to use the various features ofthe remote controller. The Remote Controller is set to Mode 2 by default.

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### Remarks Moving the left stick up and down changes the aircraft's elevation. Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. Push the throttle stick up to takeoff. When both sticks are centered, the Inspire 1will hover in place. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the Inspire 1will change elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation changes. Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the rudder and rotation of the aircraft. Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter clock-wise, and push the stick right to rotate the aircraft clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Inspire 1will stay facing its current direction. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the Inspire 1will rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft's forward and backward pitch. Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly backward. The Inspire 1will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stickfurther awayfrom the center position for alarger pitch angle (maximum 35") and fasterflight. Moving the right stick control left and right changes the aircraft's left and right pitch. Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The Inspire 1 will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stick further awayfrom the center position for a larger pitch angle (maximum 35°) and faster flight. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static. '.Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P mode, F mode and A mode.

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P mode (Positioning) : P mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P mode, which will be automatically selected bythe Inspire 1 depending on GPS signal strength and Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATTI: Neither GPS or Vision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometer to maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home if the Remote Controller signal is lost and if the Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer to the IOC in Appendix. The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P mode by default. To unlock the switch, launch the DJI Pilot app, enter the "Camera" page, tap "MODE", and then activate "Multiple Flight Mode"

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### Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button The Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button combination serves two functions. Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lower the landing gear. Or, press the button to activate the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. Transformation Switch This switch has two positions. The effect of toggling the switch to any of these positions is defined below:

Lower Raise 1. Raise: Raise the landing gearto its upper most position.

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# & Do not raise the landing gear when the aircraft is on the ground. Ensure the landing gear is lowered before landing. 

### RTH button Press and hold this button to start the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. The LED around the RTH Button will blink white to indicate the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain the control of the aircraft.



### Connecting Mobile Device Tilt the Mobile Device Holderto the desired position. Press the button on the side of the Mobile Device Holder to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the clamp. Adjust the clamp to secure your mobile device. Then connect your mobile device to the remote controller with a USB cable. Plug one end of the cable into your mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back ofthe remote controller.



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### Optimal Transmission Range The signal transmission between aircraft and remote controller perform best within the range that displayed in the picture shown below:

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### Ensure the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission range. Adjust the distance and position between the operator and the aircraft to achieve optimal transmission performance.

More than one remote controller can connect to the same aircraft in Dual Remote Controller mode. In Dual Controllers mode, the "Master" remote controller operator controls the orientation of the aircraft, while the "Slave" remote controller controls the movement of the gimbal and camera operation. When multiple "slave" remote controllers (max of 6) are connect to the aircraft, only the first connected "slave" remote controller is able to control the gimbal, the remaining "slave" remote controller can view the live feed video from the aircraft and set the camera parameters, but they cannot control the gimbal.

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### Remote Controllers Mode Dual Remote Controllers mode is disabled by default. Users must enable this feature on the "Master" remote controller bythrough the OJ I Pilot app. Followthe steps belowfor setup: "Master'' Remote Controller: 1. Connect the remote controllerto your mobile device and launch the OJI Pilot app. 2. Go to the Camera page, and tap

**ii~** ,1111 to enter the remote controller settings window. 3. Tap "Set RC Status" to enable Master-and-Slave mode. 4. Select "Master" in the "Set RC Status" section to setthe remote controller as "Master" remote controller.
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2. Search the "Master" remote controller in the surrounding area in the "Request Control" section.

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The Status LED reflects connection status between Remote Controller and aircraft. The RTH LED shows the Return to Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains details on these indicators.



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# 6 The Remote Status Indicatorwill blink red, sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low.

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new remote controller for the first time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller: 1. Power on the remote controller and connectto the mobile device. Launch DJI Pilot app. 2. Power on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera" view and tap on and then tap "Linking Remote Controller" button as shown below. 

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5. Locate the Linking button on the front of the aircraft, as shown in the figure shown below. Press the Linking button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator will display solid green if Link is succeed.



# 6 • Remote controller cannot link to the aircraft if the remote controller is set as "Slave". Meanwhile, the "Slave" remote controller cannot control the orientation of the aircraft. Reset the remote controller to "Master" in OJI Pilot app if you wish to linkthe remote controller to the aircraft. • Remote controller will disconnect from the linked aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to

the same aircraft.

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# Gimbal and Camera
This chapter provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the working mode of the gimbal.

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# Camera and Gimbal

The on-board camera supports 4K video capture up to 4096x2160p24 and 12M pixel photos capture by using the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format for editing. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and timer mode. A live preview of what the camera is seeing before you shoot videos and pictures is supported through the OJI Pilot App. 

### Camera Micro-SO Card Slot To store your photos and videos, plug in the micro-SO card into the slot shown below before powering on the Inspire 1. The Inspire 1 comes with a 16GB micro-SO card and supports up to a 64GB micro-SO card. A UHS-1 type micro-SO card is recommended, because the fast read and write capability of these cards enables you to store high-resolution video data.



# 0 Do not remove micro-SO card from the Inspire 1when it is powered on. 

### Camera Data Port Power on the Inspire 1 and then connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos or videos from the camera to your computer.



# & Power on the aircraft before attempting to download the files.

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### Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Record button on the remote controller to shoot the images or the videos through the OJ! Pilot app. For more information about howto use these buttons, refer to "Controlling Camera" P25. 

### ND Filter Attach an NO filter to the front of the camera to reduce over-exposure and "jello" effect.



### Gimbal Profile The 3-axis Gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture stabilized images and video. The Gimbal can tilt the camera up to 120 degrees and rotate 360 degrees.

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control pitch movement ofthe camera by default. Note that you cannot control the pan motion of the camera by default. Enable the "Master-and-Slave" mode and set the remote controller to "Slave" state if you wish to control both the pan and pitch movement of the camera.



# & Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the pitch movement of the camera in the single remote controller mode, however, you cannot control the pan movement of the camera.
Pan Control Follow the instructions below to use the gimbal dial to control the pan movement of the gimbal: 1. Power on the aircraft and remote control, launch OJ! Pilot app and enter "Camera" page. 2. Tap "RC Control Settings" icon and select either C1 or C2 customizable button as the gimbal pitch/ yaw switching button. 3. Select "Gimbal Pitch/Yaw" from the dropdown list.



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# < RC Control Setting 

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Remote Control Calibration 

# > Stick Mode 

# > Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. Do not change unless familiar with your new mode.

C1 Gimbal Pitch/Yaw C2 Reset gimbal yaw

**L-----~~--~--~**

You can customize the C1 and C2 buttons on the back of the remote controller.

Press C1 or C2 button to switch from pitch mode to yaw mode. You may use the gimbal dial to pan the gimbal under yaw mode. Press C1 or C2 again to exit yaw mode. 

### Using DJI PilotApp to Control Gimbal Followthe steps belowto use OJ I Pilot appto control the gimbal orientation: 1. Launch OJI Pilot app, enter "Camera" page. 2. Tap and press on the screen until a blue circle is shown. 3. Slide to control the gimbal orientation within the "Camera" page as shown below.

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### Gimbal Operation Modes Three Gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the Camera page of the DJI Pilot App. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote controller for changes to take effect. Refer to the table below for details:



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### Follow Mode

FPV Mode

Free Mode
Re-alignment The angle between Gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constant at all times. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is required to control the pan motion using a second remote controller. The Gimbal will lock to the movements of the aircraft to provide a FirstPerson-Viewflying experience. The Gimbal's motion is independent of the aircraft's orientation. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is required to control the pan motion using a second remote controller. Tap to force the Gimbal orientation to re-align with aircraft's orientation by panning from gimbal's current orientation. Pitch angle will remain unchanged during the re-alignment. 

## Lt, • Gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) Gimbal is placed on uneven ground. (2) Gimbal has received an excessive external force. e.g. a collision. Please take 

### offfrom flat, open ground and protect the gimbal after powering up. • Flying in heavy fog or cloud may make the gimbal wet, leading to a temporary failure. The

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# DJI Pilot App This chapter describes the four main GUI of the DJI Pilot app.

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# DJI Pilot App The DJI Pilot app is a new mobile app designed specifically for the Inspire 1. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera and other features of your flight system. The app also comes with Map, Store a User Center, for configuring your aircraft and sharing your content with friends. It is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience.

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### The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Inspire 1's camera. You can also configure various camera parameters from the Camera page. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]

[10]

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**~:** The text next to this icon indicatesthe current flight mode. Tap to enter MC (Main Controller) settings. Modify flight limits, perform compass calibration, and set the gain values on this screen. [2] GPS Signal Strength

**~111ll:** This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicates adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings

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### CL: This icon shows which IOC setting that the aircraft has entered when in F Mode. Tap to enter IOC setting menu and select Course Lock, Home Lock or Point of Interest Lock. [4] System Status



### J~;~~~(~~:: This icon shows current aircraft system status, such as GPS signal health. [5] Battery Level Indicator
--o---o----o : The battery level indicator dynamically displays the battery level. The color zones on the battery level indicator represent different battery levels. [6] Remote Controller Signal 

### {,ij:;-.11111: This icon shows the strength of remote controller signal. [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength 

### 11![1::;..,,111: This icon shows the HD video downlink signal strength between the aircraft and the remote controller. [8] Battery Level 

# lftlOO%: This icon shows the current Intelligent Flight Battery level. Tap to enter battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds and view the battery warning history in this page. [9] General Settings 

### {§}: Tap this icon to enter General Settings page. Select parameter units, reset the camera, enable the quickviewfeature, adjustthe gimbal roll value and toggle flight route display on this page. [10] Camera Operation Bar Exposure Lock 

### AE •: Tap to enable or disable the camera exposure lock. Function 

## Fn: Tap to adjust camera settings, such as video format and digital filters. Shutter 

# e: Tap this button to take a single photo.

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Record : Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same function. Playback 

## [EI: Tap to enter playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings and Shooting Mode



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# : Tap to enter the Camera Settings page and switch from camera shooting mode from manual to auto. [11] Map Displaythe flight path of the current mission. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[12] Vision Positioning



### ~ :This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. [13] Flight Telemetry

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Vision Positioning Status Icon is highlighted when Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated bythe flight attitude icon. 

### (I) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. \Ci,)l 

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(3) Pitching ofthe boundary between light blue and dark blue area shows roll angle. {14] Home Point Settings ' : Tap this button to reset the current home point. You may choose to set the aircraft take-off location, the remote controller's current position, or the aircraft's current position as the Home Point. [15] Return to Home (RTH) 

# ,/;> :Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the latest home point.



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# ..1/...!.: Tap to initiate auto takeoff or landing. [18] Back 

# '*" :Tapto return to the main GUI.

User can view the current flight route in a larger map view in this page. You can also perform Auto takeoff and Landing in the page. Ensure your mobile device has access to the Internet. Due to the map data required, Wi-Fi connection is recommended. Internet access is required to cache the map, if Wi-Fi is unavailable, mobile data service is required.

Download user manual, view online videos. Also you can use the flight simulator to practice your flight skills.

You can sync the picture and videos to the mobile device, view the flight records and check your DJI account status in the User Center. Use the DJI registered accountto login to the User Center.

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# Flight
This chapter describes the flight safety and flight restrictions.

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# Flight Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended to use the flight simulator to learn how to fly safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in a suitable location.

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speed exceeding 1 Om/s , snow, rain and smog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures may affect the accuracy of the on-board compass and GPS signal. 3. Avoid from obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees or bodies of water. 4. Minimize electromagnetic interference by not flying in area with high levels of electromagnetism, including mobile phone base stations or radio transmission towers. 5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environment factor such as air density and temperature. Be very careful when flying 14700 feet (4500 meters) or more above sea level as battery and aircraft performance may be reduced. 6. The Inspire 1cannot operate within the polar areas in "P" mode.

Flight limits on height and distance can be set. The details of these flight limits are described in the following section. All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations as the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), FAA and their own national airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes height limits, distance limits and No Fly Zones. When operating in P Mode, height, distance limits and No Fly Zones work together to manage flight. In A mode only height limits work and flights cannot go higherthan 120 meters. 

### Max Height & 

### Radius Limits Max Height 

### & Radius limit flying height and distance, and the user may change these settings in the DJI Pilot App. Once complete, your Inspire 1 will fly in a restricted cylinder that is determined by these settings. The tables below show the details of these limits.

Max Height Max Rad'us
Home Point ----L\i-----7-- Height of aircraft when powered on

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### Max Height

Max Radius

Max Height Flight Limits DJI PilotApp Flight altitude must be under Warning: Height the set height. limit reached. Flight distance must be within Warning: Distance the max radius.

Flight Limits Flight height restricted to 120rn and under. limit reached.

DJI PilotApp Warning: Heightlimit reached. Aircraft Status Indicator None. Rapid red flashing d'!' 

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Aircraft Status Indicator None.
co Max Radius No limits

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### ·Ifyou fly out of the limit, you can still control the Inspire 1, but cannot fly it further. • If the Inspire 1 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within

range automatically. Flight Restriction of Restricted Areas Restricted areas include airports worldwide. All restricted areas are listed on the DJI official website at http://www.dji.com/fly-safe/category-mc. Restricted areas are divided into category A and category B. Category A areas cover 

### major international airport such as LAX and Heathrow, while category B areas includes smaller airports. CategoryA Safety Zone 

### (1) The category A "safety zone" is comprised of a small "no-fly zone" and a range of "restrictedaltitude zones". Flight is prevented in the "no-fly zone" but can continue with height restrictions in the restricted-altitude zone. (2) 1.5 miles (2.4 km) around a designated safety zone is a no-fly zone, inside which takeoff is prevented. (3) 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to 5 miles (8 km) around restricted areas are altitude restricted, with maximum altitude going from 35 feet (10.5 m) at 1.5 miles (2.4 km) to 400 feet (120m) at 5 miles (8 km). (4) A "warning zone" has been set around the safety zone. When you fly within 320 feet (100m) of the safety zone, a warning message will appear on the OJI Pilot App.



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Category B Safety Zone (1) Category B "safety zone" is comprised of a "no-fly zone" and a "warning zone". (2) 0.6 miles (1 km) around the safety zone is a designated "no-flyzone". (3) A "warning zone" has been set around the safety zone. When you fly within 0.6 miles (1 Km) of this zone, a warning will appear on the DJI Pilot App.

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Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI Pilot App Prompt 

### Status Indicator Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take off prohibited. No-fly Zone If the aircraft enters the restricted area in A mode but Warning: You are in a No-fly P mode activates the aircraft zone, automatic landing has will automatically descend to begun. (If you are within 1.5 mile land then stop its motors after radius) landing. Warning: You are in a restricted 

# -:®:······ zone. Descending to safe Red flashing Restricted- If the aircraft enters the altitude. (If you are between the restricted area in A mode but P range of 1.5 mile and 5 mile altitude flight mode activates, it will descend radius) zone to a safe altitude and hover 15 Warning: You are in a restricted feet below the safe altitude. zone. Maxflight height restricted to between 1 0.5m and 120m. Fly Cautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a there will be warning message. restricted zone, Fly Cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.


# I:T3 Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing.

**~** • When flying in the safety zone, aircraft status indicator will blink red quickly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which point it will switch backto red blinking. • For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines,

city centers and other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible.



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### 1. Remote controller, aircraft battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 5. Motors can start and are functioning as normal. 6. OJI Pilot app connected to the aircraft.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, which can cause abnormal compass data leading to poor flight performance or even failure. Regular calibration is required for optimum performance.



# 0 •DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcements underground. • DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones. • DO NOT calibrate beside massive metal objects. 

### Calibration Procedures Choose an open space to carry out the following procedures. 1. Ensure the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass in the Checklist, or if you have changed your position since last calibrating it, tap "MODE" in the app and select "Compass Calibration" to calibrate the compass. Then follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Hold and rotate the aircraft horizontally 360 degrees, and the Aircraft Status Indicator will display a solid green light.

### INSPIRE 1 User Manual 3. Hold the aircraft vertically with nose pointing downward, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator show solid red.



# 6 If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration, move your aircraft to a different location to carry out compass calibration. 

# :f,j; Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch DJI Pilot App, follow the on-screen instruction to calibrate the compass. 

### When to Recalibrate 1. When compass data is abnormal, and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking red and yellow. 2. When flying in a new location, or a location that is different from your last flight. 3. When the mechanical structure of the Inspire 1 has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the compass. 4. When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the Inspire 1 does not fly in straight lines.

Auto Take-off Use auto take-off to take off your aircraft automatically if the Aircraft Status Indicator displays blinking green. Followthe steps belowto use auto take-off: 1. Launch DJI Pilot app, enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in "P" mode. 3. Go through the pre-flight checklist. 4. Tap"..t..", and confirm flight condition. Slide to confirm and take-off. 5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at 1.5 meters above ground.



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### Starting Motors The Combination Stick Command (CSC) listed below are used to start the motors instead of simply pushing the stick up. Ensure that you perform the CSC in one motion.


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### Stopping Motors There are two methods to stop the motors. Method 1: When the Inspire 1 has landed, push the throttle down 

### ill, then conduct CSC ®.Motorswill stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push the throttle down and hold. The motors will stop after 3 seconds.



# & Do not perform CSC when aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors will be stopped.



### Take off/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircraft on open, flat ground with battery indicators facing towards you. 2. Power on the remote controller and your mobile device, then the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the DJI Pilot App and enter the Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicator blinks green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is safe to fly now. If it flashes yellow, it means Home Point is not recorded, and you should not take off. 5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or using Auto Take-off to take off. 6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app. 7. To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle slowly to descend. 8. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position for 3 seconds or more until the motors stop. 9. Turn offthe Intelligent Flight Battery first, followed bythe Remote Controller.
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**~** • When the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. • A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicator blinking red slowly or

rapidly during flight. • Watch video tutorials aboutflight for more flight information. 

### Video Suggestions and Tips 1. Work through the checklist before each flight. 2. Select desired gimbal working mode in the OJI Pilot app. 3. Aim to shoot when flying in P mode only. 4. Always fly in good weather, such as sunny orwindless days. 5. Change camera settings to suit you. These include photo format and exposure compensation. 6. Perform flighttests to establish flight routes and scenes. 7. Push the sticks gently to make aircraft movements stable and smooth.



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# FAQ

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# Troubleshooting (FAQ)
1. Howcan I put a GoPro camera on the Inspire 1?

The Inspire 1 does not currently support GoPro attachments. The gimbal is designed to hold DJI cameras only. 2. When will ground station functionality be available?

The Inspire 1 does not currently support ground station. Ground station will be available with future firmware updates. 3. Is the camera's exposure automatic?

The exposure can be set to Auto, for automatic changes, or Manual, ifyou wish to use a specific setting. 4. Can Isee the size of images through the app?

Yes, you can preview image or video sizes through the OJI Pilot app. 5. How much weight can the Inspire 1 carry without its included camera?

We do not recommend flying with any payload other than the included OJI gimbal and camera. 

# b 6. Do you have an LCD monitor available forthe Inspire 1? No, OJI does not sell LCD or HD monitors for the Inspire 1. However, you can output the live streaming video to a compatible monitor or mobile device of your own. 7. How long does it take to charge the battery? Does it comeswith a charger?

Yes, all Inspire 1 units come with standard TB47 charger. With the standard TB47 1 OOW charger, it takes 85min to fully charge a 4500mAh battery. 8. Are the two remote controllers the same? Should I setup the remote controllers in the app or somewhere elseto control the camera and aircraft separately? The two remote controllers are physically identical. You can set the remote controllers to either "Master" or "Slave" through the OJI Pilot app if you wish to use dual controller mode. 9. Where can I find info on the simulation application that plugs into the trainer port? Can you suggest a simulation program? There is no trainer port on the remote controller for the Inspire 1. 10. Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series remote controller? No, it cannot. The mobile device holder can only be used with the Inspire 1 remote. 11. Doesthe Inspire 1 have a SD card included? The Inspire 1 comes with a 16GB micro-SO card. It supports SO cards upto 64GB. 12. Can I upgrade and buy a second remote controller if Ionly buy a single remote controller now? Yes. 13. How big is the Inspire 1? Its length x heightxwidth dimensionswithoutthe propellers attached are 44x30x45cm (17.3 x 11.8x 17.7in).



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14. What flight controller doesthe Inspire 1 use? The Inspire 1 uses its own newflight controller. 15. Which motors and propellers doesthe Inspire 1 come with? The Inspire 1 uses 3510 motors and 1345 propellers. 16. Aircraft frame arm joints appear loosen, is that normal? The space of the joins shown in the below figure is normal and it will not affect the performance of aircraft, do not adjust the position of the screws on your own.

17. Failed to complete self-check? Place the aircraft on the flat surface before powering on. Do not move the aircraft during the selfcheck.

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Model Weight (Battery Included) Hovering Accuracy (P Mode)
Max Angular Velocity Max Tilt Angle Max Ascent Speed Max Descent Speed Max Speed Max Flight Altitude Max Wind Speed Resistance Max Flight Time Motor Model Propeller Model Indoor Hovering Operating Temperature Range Diagonal Distance Dimensions



### .~ifii6al· Model Output Power (With Camera) Operating Current Angular Vibration Range Mounting Controllable Range
Mechanical Range
Max Controllable Speed T600 2935 g Vertical: 0.5 m Horizontal: 2.5 m Pitch: 300°/S Yaw: i50°/S 35° 5m/s 4 m/s 22 m/s (ATil mode, no wind) 4500m 

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### m/s Approximately i 8 minutes DJI35i0 DJI i345 Enabled by default -ioo to 40° C 559 to 58i mm 438x45ix30i mm
ZENMUSE X3 Static: 9 W; In Motion: i i W Station: 750 mA; Motion: 900 mA ±0.03° Detachable Pitch: -90° to +30° Pan: ±320° Pitch: -i 25° to +45° Pan: ±330° Pitch: i20°/S Pan: i80°/S

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Name Model Total Pixels Effective Pixels Image Max Size ISO Range Electronic Shutter Speed FOV (Field Of View) CMOS
Lens

Still Photography Modes

Video Recording Modes
Max Bitrate Of Video Storage Supported File Formats
Supported SO Card Types Operating Temperature Range
Name Operating Frequency Transmitting Distance EIRP Video Output Port Power Supply Charging Dual User Capability 

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### 9 Elemehts in 9 groups Anti-distortion Single shoot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapse UHD (4K): 4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 FHD: 1920x1080p24/25/30/48/50/60 HD: 1 280x720p24/25/30/48/50/60 60 Mbps FAT32/exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) Micro SO Max capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. 

## oo to 40° C
C1 922.7MHz---927.7 MHz (Japan Only) 5.725-5.825

**GHz;2.400~2.483** GHz 2 km (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 10dBm@900m, 13dBm@5.8G, 20dBm@2.4G USB, Mini-HDMI Built-in battery DJI charger Host-and-Slave connectionMobile Device Holder OutputPower Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Charging Temperature Range

Model Voltage Rated Power
Name Model Capacity Voltage Battery Type Energy Net Weight Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Charging Temperature Range Max Charging Power



## ~a~e~**(bptio~~l;'/.···** Name Model Capacity Voltage Battery Type Energy Net Weight Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range Charging Temperature Range Tablet or Smart Phone 

### 9W -10° to 40° C Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° to 28° C

A14-100P1A 26.3V 100W Intelligent Flight Battery ·rB47 4500 mAh 22.2V LiPo 6S High voltage battery 99.9Wh 570 g -10° to 40° C Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° C to 28° C 0°tO 40°

# c 180W Intelligent Flight Battery TB48 5700 mAh 22.8V LiPo 6S 129.96Wh 670 g -10 to 40° C Less than 3 months: -20 to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° to 28° C INSPIRE 1 User Manual

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Max Charging Power
Velocity Range Altitude Range Operating Environment Operating Range

Mobile Device System Requirements
Supported Mobile Devices 180W

Below 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 5-500 em Brightly lit (lux 

### > 15) patterned surfaces 0-250 em
iOS version 7.1 or later; Android version 4.1 .2 or later * iPhone 6 Plus; iPhone 6, iPhone t)S, ipad Air 2, iPad Mini 

### 3! iPad Air, iPad Mini 

### 2, iPad 

### 4;* Samsung Note 

### 3, Samsung S5, Sony Z3 EXPERIA;"' Note: It is recommended that you use a tabletfor the best.experience

IOC allows users to lockthe orientation of aircraft in differentfashions. There are three working modes for 

# -6' IOC and you may select the desired IOC modes from the OJI Pilot app. IOC only works under F mode, "'0 

### ro and user musttoggle the flight mode switch to "F" mode to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: ::J 0.. 

## x· Course Lock (CL)
Home Lock (HL)*
Point of Interest (POl)* Its forward direction is pointing 

### to the nose direction when recording, which is fixed until you

**re~record** it or exitfrom CL. Record a Home Point (HP), and push Pitch stick to control the aircraft far from or near to the HP. Point of Interest. Record a point of interest (POl), the aircraft can circle around the POl, and the nose always pointsto the POl. :\): *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are coming soon. 

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### IOC Use the IOC feature under the following condition:

Course Lock No None Home Lock Yes



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Enable the IOC feature bytapping "Enable IOC" in the setting page of the DJI Pilot app. Toggle the Flight Mode Switch to "F" mode and follow the on-screen instruction to use IOC feature.

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### Follow the process described belowto upgradethe aircraft, remote controller and battery. 

### Updating theAircraft Firmware Step 1- Check Battery and SO Card Capacity 

### Ensure the Intelligent Flight Battery has at least 50% power and there is at least 1OOMB of free space on the SD card. Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 

### 1. Download the firmware update package from the official DJI website (http://www.dji.com/product/ inspire-1). 2. Insert the SO into your PC. Extract the all downloaded files into the root directory of the SO card. Remove the SO card from your PC. Ensure the Inspire 1 is powered off then insert the SO card into the SO card slot on the Inspire 1 camera. Step 3- Updatethe Aircraft 

### 1. Ensure the remote controller is powered off and then power on the aircraft Upgrade will begin automatically after aircraft is powered on. 2. It will take approximately 25 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera will sound a short pulse of "0-D-D-D" beeping sound to indicate the upgrade is in progress and sound a "0---DD" beeping sound to indicate the update is complete with success. 3. Check the upgrade status by opening the ".txt" 

### file that is automatically generated after the update. The update is successful if the text "result: successful" is in the document Try upgrading the firmware again if the text "result: failed" is found or the gimbal sound a long beep sound. 

### Updating the Remote Controller Firmware Step 1- Check Battery and SO Card Capacity 

### Remote controller firmware is included in the aircraft firmware update package. Use the same update package file that is downloaded from the DJI official website. Ensure the remote controller battery level is above 50%. Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 

### 1. Extract all downloaded files into the root directory of an SO card or USB thumb drive. 2. Insert the SO card into a SO card reader or the USB disk onto the remote controller USB port when remote controller powered off. If you do not have a SO card reader, you may insert the SO card into the gimbal and connect the gimbal with remote controller to upgrade the remote controller. Step 3- Update the Remote Controller 1
. Power on the remote controller and wait 60 seconds until the upgrade begins. Do not power off the remote controller during the update. 2. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera will sound a beeping sound and the Status LED on the remote controller shows solid blue to indicate the update is in progress. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid green and beeping sound will stop if the upgrade is completed with success. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid red if upgrade is failed. Try upgrade again.
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### Updating Intelligent Flight Battery Firmware The Intelligent Flight Battery is upgraded during the aircraft firmware upgrade process. It is recommended to keep the upgrade package files in your 

### SO card. The upgrade 

### will start automatically after power cycling the aircraft.

**~** • Do not perform firmware update while the aircraft is still flying in the air. Only carry out firmware update when the aircraft is landed. • Be sure to updatethe remote controller's firmware tothe latest version afteryou upgradethe aircraft's

firmware. • The remote controller may become unlinked from the aircraft after updating. Re-link the remote

controller and aircraft. • Confirm the update resutts accordingtothe gimbal sounds. It is normal for the aircraftto sound orthe

LED to blink during the update process. • Ensurethere is only one firmware package file stored on your 

### SO card. • Only storage devices that are formatted for FAT32 and exFAT file systems are supported for aircraft

and remote controller firmware updates. • Delete any automatically generated txt files (xxx_GS.TXT) in the SO card when updating multiple

remote controllers.



### FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

### Compliance Information FCC Warning Message Any Changes or modifications not expressly roved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

### FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 

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INSPIRE 1 User Manual frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increasethe separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connectthe equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consultthe dealer or an experienced radio{TV technician for help. IC RSS warning This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le present areil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. Any Changes or modifications not expressly roved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. KCC Warning Message

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