June 5, 2015

Exemption No. 11760 Regulatory Docket No. FAA

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Mr. Brian L. Short 12170 S Prairie Creek P ar kw a y Olathe, KS 66061

Dear Mr. Short :

This letter is to inform you that we have granted your request for exemption. It transmits our decision, explains its basis, and gives you the conditions and limitations of the exemption, including the date it ends.

By letter dated April 8, 2015 , you petitioned the Federa l Aviation Administration (FAA) for an exemption . The petitioner requested to operate an unmanned ai rcraft system (UAS) to conduct aerial video and photography of to be used in television commercials, weather traffic and news reports, and sporting events

. See Appendix A for the petition submitted to the FAA des cribing the proposed operations and the regulations that the petitioner seeks an exemption

. The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition in the Federal Register because the requested exemption would not set a precedent, and any delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to the petitioner

.

Airworthiness Certification

The UAS proposed by the petitioner are the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1

. In accordance with the statutory criteria provided in Section 333 of P ublic Law 112

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. § 44704, and in consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the aircraft and its operation, the Secretary of Transportation has determined that this aircraft meets the conditions of Section 333. Therefore, the FAA finds that relief from 14 CFR part 21

, C ertification procedures for products and parts,2

Subpart H

— Airworthiness Ce rtificates , and any associated noise certification and testing requirements of part 36, is not necessary.

The Basis for Our Decision

You have requested to use a UAS for aerial data collection 1

. The FAA has issued grants of exemption in circumstances similar in all material respects to those presented in your petition. In Grants of Exemption No s

. 11062 to Astraeus Aerial ( see Docket No. FAA−2014−0352), 11109 to Clayco, Inc. ( see Docket No. FAA

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− 0507), 11112 to VDOS Global, LLC ( see Docket No. FAA−2014−0382), and 11213 to Aeryon Lab s , Inc. ( see Docket No. FAA−2014−0642), the FAA found that the enhanced safety achieved using an unmanned aircraft (UA) with the specifications described by the peti tioner and carrying no passengers or crew, rather than a manned aircraft of significantly greater proportions, carrying crew in addition to flammable fuel, gives the FAA good cause to find that the UAS operation enabled by this exemption is in the public i nterest.

Having reviewed your reasons for requesting an exemption, I find that

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 They are similar in all material respects to relief previously requested in Grant of Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213 ;

 The reasons stated by the FAA for granting Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213 also apply to the situation you present; and

 A grant of exemption is in the public interest.

Our Decision

In consideration of the foregoing, I find that a grant of exemption is in the public interest. Therefore, pursuant to the authority contained in 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 40113, and 44701, delegated to me by the Administrator, Mr. Brian L. Short is granted an exemption from 14 CFR §§ 61.23(a) and ( c ), 61.101(e)(4 ) and (5), 61.113(a), 61.315(a) , 91.7(a), 91.119(c), 91.121, 91.151(a)(1), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), and 91.417(a) and (b), to the extent necessary to allow the petitioner to operate a UAS to perform aerial data collection

. This exemption i s subject to the conditions and limitations listed below.

Conditions and Limitations

In this grant of exemption, Mr. Brian L. Short is hereafter referred to as the operator.

1 Aerial data collection includes any remote sensing and measuring by an instrument(s) aboard the UA. Examples include imagery (photography, video, infrared, etc.), electronic measurement (precision surveying, RF analysis, etc.), chemical measurement (part iculate measurement, etc.), or any other gathering of data by instruments aboard the UA.3

Failure to comply with any of the conditions and limitations of this grant of exemption will be grounds for the immediate suspension or rescission of this exemption.

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption are limited to the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 when weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. Propo sed operations of any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this exemption

.

2. Operations for the purpose of closed

- set motion picture and television filming are
not permitted.

3. The UA may not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots (100 miles per hour). The exemption holder may use either groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine compliance with the 87 knot speed restriction. In no case will the UA be operated at airspeeds greater than the maximum UA operating airspeed recommended by the aircraft manufacturer.

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above ground level (AGL). Altitude must be reported in feet AGL.

5. The UA must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all times. This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA

- issued airman medical certificate or U.S. driver’s license.

6. All operations must utilize a visual observer (VO). The UA must be operated within the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. The VO may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maint ains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times ;

e lectronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation fo r the duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the VO can perform the duties required of the VO.

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the UAS and conduct its operations in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in thi s grant of exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the operating documents. The operating documents must be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and limita tions in this exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the conditions and limitations herein take precedence and must be followed. Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operating documents. The ope rator may update or revise its operating documents. It is the operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised4

documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The operator must also present up dated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or amendment to this grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then the operator must petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FA A’s UAS Integration Office (AFS− 80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operating documents.

8. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS op eration or flight characteristics, e.g.

, replacement of a flight critical component, must undergo a functional test flight prior to conducting further operations under this exemption. Functional test flights may only be conducted by a PIC with a VO and mu st remain at least 500 feet from other people. The functional test flight must be conducted in such a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and property.

9. The operator is responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it i s in a condition for safe operation.

10. Prior to each flight, the PIC must conduct a pre

- flight inspection and determine the UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre

- flight inspection must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g.

, inoperable comp onents, items, or equipment. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight.

11. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer’s maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements for the aircraft and aircraft components.

12. Each UAS operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer safety bulletins.

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC must hold either an airline transport, commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a state, the District of Col u mbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal government. The PIC must also meet the flight revi ew requirements specified in 14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.

14. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and main taining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency must be logged in a manner consistent with5

14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs and VOs (trai ni ng, proficiency, and experience

- building) and determining the PIC’s ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under this exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, training operat ions may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During traini ng, proficiency, and experience

- building flights, all persons not essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119.

15. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights under special visual f

light rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

16. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point (ARP) as denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Directory (AFD) or for airports not denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport sym bo l as denoted on the current FAA

- published aeronautical chart, unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s management is obtained or otherwise permitted by a COA issued to the exemption holder. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.

17. The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

18. If t he UAS loses communications or loses its GPS sign al, the UA must return to a
pre

- determined location within the pr ivate or controlled

- access property.

19. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies.

20. The PIC is prohibit ed from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough available power for the UA to conduct the intended operation and to operate after that for at least five minutes or with the reserve power recommended by t he manufacturer if greater.

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). All operations shall be cond ucted in accordance with an ATO

- issued COA. The exemption holder may apply for a new or amended COA if it intends to con duct operations that cannot be conducted under the terms of the attached COA

.

22. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption must be identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification (N− Number) mar kings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as practicable.6

23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of the UAS and any documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the aircraft is operating. These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.

24. The UA must remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations and activities at all times.

25. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle.

26. All Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonpartici pating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure that nonparticipating persons r emain under such protection. If a situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations must cease immediately in a manner ensuring the safety of nonparticipating persons ; and b. The owner/ controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not present an undue hazard

. The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered nonparticipating persons under this exemption.

27. All operations shall be conducted over private or control led

- access property with permission from the property owner/controller or aut horized representative. Permission from property owner/controller or authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted.

28. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical boundaries of the opera tional area as defined by the applicable COA must be reported to the FA A's UAS Integration Office (AFS− 80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov

. If this exemption permits operations for the purpose of closed

- set motion picture and television filming and production, the following additional conditions and limitations apply.

29. The operator must have a motion picture and television operations manual (MPTOM) as documented in this grant of exemption.7

30. At least 3 days before aerial filming, the operator of the UAS affected by this exemption must submit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight Standa rds District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the a rea of proposed filming. The 3

- day notification may be waived with the concurrence of the FSDO. The plan of activities must include at least the following:

a. Dates and times for all flights; b. Name and p hone number of the operator for the UAS aerial filming conducted under this grant of exemption;

c. Name and phone number of th e person responsible for the on

- scene operation of the UAS; d. Make, model, and serial or N− Number of UAS to be used;

e. Name and certifica te number of UAS PICs involved in the aerial filming; f. A statement that the operator has obtained permission from property owners and/or local officials to conduct the filming production event; the list of those who gave permission must be made available to the inspector upon request;
g. Signature of exemption holder or representative; and h. A description of the flight activity, including maps or diagrams of any area, city, town, county, and/or state over which filming will be conducted and the altitudes essentia l to accomplish the operation.

31. Flight operations may be conducted closer than 500 feet from participating persons consenting to be involved and necessary for the filming production, as specified in the exemption holder’s MPTOM.

Unless otherwise specified in this grant of exemption, the UAS, the UAS PIC, and the UAS operations must comply with all applicable parts of 14 CFR including, but not limited to, parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.8

This exemption terminates on June 30, 2017 , unless sooner superseded or rescinded.

Sincerely,

John S. Duncan Director, Flight Standards Service

EnclosuresUNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

WASHINGTON, DC

Regulatory Docket No. _______________

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR EXEMPTION OF: BRIAN L SHORT
FOR AN EXEMPTION SEEKING RELIEF FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF

TITLE 14 OF THE CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS SECTIONS 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), AND 91.417(a) & (b) CONCERNING COMMERCIAL OPERATION OF DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ AND DJI INSPIRE 1 UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF THE FAA MODERNIZATION AND REFORM ACT OF 2012

(PUBLIC LAW 112

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Submitted on April 8, 2015

Brian L Short 12170 S Prairie Creek Pkwy Olathe, KS 66061 913

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GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS.................................................................................3

SUMMARY.............................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF PETITIONER.................................................4

BACKGROUND................................................................................................................5

BASIS FOR PETITION..................................................................................................................... ......5

NAME AND ADDRESS OF PETITIONER...........................................................7
THE SPECIFIC SECTIONS OF 14 C.F.R. FROM WHICH BRIAN L SHORT SEEKS EXEMPTION.................................................................................8
THE EXTENT OF RELIEF BRIAN L SHORT SEEKS AND THE REASON BRIAN L SHORT SEEKS THE RELIEF................. .........11 THE REASONS WHY GRANTING BRIAN L SHORT’S REQUEST WOULD BE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST .../...................................................14
THE REASONS WHY GRANTING THE EXEMPTION WOULD NOT ADVERSELY AFFECT SAFETY................................. ........................................17
CONCLUSION.................................................................................................................32GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS

AGL Above Ground Level
AOI Area of Interest
ATC Air Traffic Control
ATO Air Traffic Organization
AV Aerial Vehicle
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COA Certificate of Authorization
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FAR Federal Aviation Regulation
GCS Ground Control Station
GPS Global Positioning System
LOL Loss of Link
NAS National Airspace System
NOTAM Notice to Airman
PIC Pilot In Command
Section 333 FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA)
Section 333
SO Safety Observer
SOP Standard Operating Procedures
UA Unmanned Aircraft
UAS Unmanned Aircraft System
VFR Visual Flight Rules
VLOS Visual Line of Site
VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
VTOL Vertical Takeoff and LandingSUMMARY

Brian L Short seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) &

(b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and
91.417(a) & (b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System pursuant to Section 333 of the

FAA M odernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA). This exemption will permit Brian
L Short to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the commercial purpose of
conducting aerial video and photography of to be used in television commercials, weather

traffic and news reports, and sporting events over certain areas of the United States.

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER
My name is Brian L Short, I am 46 years old, with an Bachelors Degree in
Corparate Radio & TV. My areas of interests include ama teur radio, flying, and
designing and construction of custom made UAS and remote control cars. I am actively
involved in local Emergency Preparedness teams, and Civil Air Patrol
The objective of TV25 Aerial Video and Photography Services is to provide hi gh
quality imaging for a variety of commercial and public uses, specifically targeting:

 Creation of commercial messages for Television.

 Video for Weather reporting

 Video for News and Traffic reporting.

 Coverage of Sporting events.BACKGROUND

Unmanned Aircraft Systems: DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1 UASs
Brian L Short seeks an exemption to operate DJI systems for compensation or hire
within the NAS. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 are vertical takeoff and
landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircra ft (UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) utilizing
electronic tablet or smart phone systems. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ has a maximum
gross weight of approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces, while having a length of 16 inches
width of 16 inches, height of 8 inc hes, and a maximum speed of approximately 29 knots.
The DJI Inspire 1 has a maximum gross weight of 6 pounds 7.5 ounces, a length of 17.3
inches, width of 17.7 inches, height of 11.8 inches, and a maximum speed of
approximately 42 knots. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1UAs are equipped
with four main rotors; driven by Lithium Polymer battery powered electric motors.
The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs that will be operated by Brian
L Short will be registered in accordance with 49 U.S .C. 44103, Registration of Aircraft

, as well as 14 C.F.R Part 47, Aircraft Registration , and marked in accordance with 14

C.F.R. Part 45, Identification and Registration Marking

.

BASIS FOR PETITION
Petitioner, Brian L Short, pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Aviation
Regulations (14 C.F.R. § 11.61) and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012

(FMRA), Section 333, Special Rules for Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems , hereby
petitions the Ad ministrator to commercially operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI
Inspire 1 UASs in the National Airspace System (NAS), and for an exemption from the
requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a),

91.407(a)(1), 91.409( a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b).
In consideration of the speed, weight, size, and limited operating area associatedwith the unmanned aircraft and its operation, Brian L Short operation of DJI Phantom 2

Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs meets the conditi ons of FMRA Section 333 and
therefore, will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part
21, Subpart H.
Accordingly, Brian L Short requests relief from Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1),

91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), as these sections set forth requirements for
maintenance that only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate.
Brian L Short submits that the requested relief is proper since an equivalent level
of safety will be ensured. Brian L Short will use experienced personnel or technicians to
perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UASs using the
methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating documents (i.e., Monthly
Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual).

Furthermore, Brian L Short will document and maintain all maintenance records for the
DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs.
Relief from certain requirements of Section 61.113(a) and (b), entitled Private
pil ot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command , is requested by Brian L Short to the
extent necessary to allow a Pilot in Command (PIC) holding a private pilot or higher

level certificate, as well as an airman medical certificate, and who has demonstrated , by
meeting minimum flight

- hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely
operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs in a manner consistent with
this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appro priate
distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures.

Brian L Short seeks relief from Section 91.7(a), entitled Civil aircraft

airworthiness

, because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not
require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. As

such, Brian L Short submits that he will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI
Inspire 1UASs are in an airworthy condition, prior to every flight, by determining that theUASs are in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log,

and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual), and that the aircraft
are in a condition for safe flight.
Brian L Short also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.1 21,

entitled Altimeter Settings , as the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs will not
have a typical barometric altimeter onboard. However, altitude information of the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1UAs will be provided to the PIC via Global
Positioning System (GPS) equipment and radio communications telemetry data link,
which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring of the flight path. This
altitude information, combined with Brian L Short’s operation of the DJI Phantom 2

Visio n+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs within visual line of sight, at or below 500 feet AGL,
will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121.
Additionally, Brian L Short seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section

91.151(b), entitled Fuel requireme nts for flight in VFR conditions . Brian L Short submits
that safety will not be affected by operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI
Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) under
visual flight rules (VFR), with e nough battery power to fly for a total duration of
approximately 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal
cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes.
In accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 11.81, Brian L Short provi des the following
information in support of its petition for exemption:

A. Name And Address Of The Petitioner.
The name and address of the Petitioner and point of contact is: Brian L Short 12170 S Prairie Creek Pkwy Olathe, KS 66061 913

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- 7373 Email: kcshorty@gmail.comB. The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. From Which Brian L Short Seeks Exemption. 1. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) And (b).

Section 61.113, entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations : Pilot in command

, subsections (a) and (b) prescribe the following, in relevant part: (a) No person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command (PIC) of an aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for compensation or hire; nor may that person, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft. (b) A privat e pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in connection with any business or employment if

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(1) The flight is only incidental to that business or employment; and
(2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for compensation or

hire. 2. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a).

Section 91.7, entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness , subsection (a), states the
following:

(a) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. 3. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121.

Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings , subsection (a), states the following, in

part: (a) Each person operating an aircraft shall maintain the cruising altitude or flight level of that aircraft, as the case may be, by reference to an altimeter that is set, when operating

-- (1) Below 18,000 feet MSL, to

-- (i ) The current reported altimeter setting of a station along the route and within 100 nautical miles of the aircraft; (ii) If there is no station within the area prescribed in paragraph (a)(1)(i) of this section, the current reported altimeter setting of a n appropriate available station; or (iii) In the case of an aircraft not equipped with a radio, the elevation of the departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before departure.
4. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.151(b).Section 91.151, entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions

, subsection
(b), states the following:
(b) No person may begin a flight in a rotorcraft under VFR conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 20 minutes.
5. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirement Of Section 91.405(a).

Section 91.405, entitled Maintenance required , subsection (a), states the
following: Each owner or operator of an aircraft

— (a) Shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter[.] 6. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.407(a)(1)

Section 91.407, entitled Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance,
rebuilding, or alteration

, subsection (a)(1), states the following: (a) No person may operate any aircraft t hat has undergone maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless

-- (1) It has been approved for return to service by a person authorized under § 43.7 of this chapter[.] 7. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.409(a)(1) And 91.409(a)(2). Section 91.409, entitled Inspections , subsection (a), states the following:
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, no person may operate an aircraft unless, within the preceding 12 calendar months , it has had

-- (1) An annual inspection in accordance with part 43 of this chapter and has been approved for return to service by a person authorized by § 43.7 of this chapter; or (2) An inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness certificate in acc ordance with part 21 of this chapter. 8. Brian L Short Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.417(a) And 91.417(b).

Section 91.417, entitled Maintenance records , subsections (a) and (b), state the
following: (a) Except for work performed i n accordance with §§ 91.411 and 91.413, each registered owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods specified in paragraph (b) of this section: (1) Records of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration andrecords of the 100

- hour, annual, progressive, and other required or approved inspections, as appropriate, for each aircraft (including the airframe) and each engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance of an aircraft. The records must include

-- (i) A descript ion (or reference to data acceptable to the Administrator) of the work performed; and (ii) The date of completion of the work performed; and (iii) The signature, and certificate number of the person approving the aircraft for return to service.

(2) Reco rds containing the following information: (i) The total time in service of the airframe, each engine, each propeller, and each rotor. (ii) The current status of life

- limited parts of each airframe, engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance. (iii) The time since last overhaul of all items installed on the aircraft which are required to be overhauled on a specified time basis. (iv) The current inspection status of the aircraft, including the time since the last inspection required by the inspection program under which the aircraft and its appliances are maintained. (v) The current status of applicable airworthiness directives (AD) and safety directives including, for each, the method of compliance, the AD or safety directive number and revision date. If the AD or safety directive involves recurring action, the time and date when the next action is required. (vi) Copies of the forms prescribed by § 43.9(d) of this chapter for each major alteration to the airframe and currently installed engines, rotors, propellers, and appliances. (b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods prescribed: (1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(1) of this section shall be retained until the work is r epeated or superseded by other work or for 1 year after the work is performed. (2) The records specified in paragraph (a)(2) of this section shall be retained and transferred with the aircraft at the time the aircraft is sold. (3) A list of defects furni shed to a registered owner or operator under § 43.11 of this chapter shall be retained until the defects are repaired and the aircraft is approved for return to service. C. The Extent Of Relief Brian L Short Seeks And The Reason Brian L Short Seeks The Relief.
1. Extent Of Relief Brian L Short Seeks And The Reason Brian L Short Seeks Relief From Section 61.113(a) And (b).

Relief from Section 61.113(a) and (b) entitled Pr ivate pilot privileges and

limitations: Pilot in command , is requested to the extent necessary to allow a PIC holdinga private pilot or higher level certificate, as well as a current and valid airman medical

certificate, and who has met certain flight

- hou r and currency requirements, to conduct the
proposed UAS flight operations for compensation or hire.
This relief is requested since the limitations set forth in Section 61.113(a) and (b)
state that a private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in
connection with any business or employment if: (1) The flight is only incidental to that
business or employment; and (2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for
compensation or hire.
As set forth more fully below, Brian L Short submits that an equivalent level of
safety will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ UAS or DJI Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has met certain flight

- hour and
currency requirements, demonstrating that the PIC is able to safely operate either the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with the operations
specifications as described in this exemption, including evasive and emergency
maneuvers, as well as maintaining appropriate dist ances from people, vessels, vehicles

and structures.
Further, Brian L Short submits that all flights of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and
DJI Inspire 1 UASs, conducted by the PIC pursuant to the grant of this Petition: (1) will

be incidental to Brian L Short's business; and (2) will not carry passengers or property for
compensation or hire. 2. Extent Of Relief Brian L Short Seeks And The Reason Brian L Short Seeks Relief From Section 91.7(a).

Relief from Section 91.7(a) entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness , is requested to
the extent required to allow Brian L Short to determine that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+
and DJI Inspire 1 UASs are in airworthy condition prior to every flight by ensuring that
the UAS is in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., t he Brian L Short Aerial
Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJIInspire 1 Instruction Manual).
Brian L Short seeks the requested relief because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and
DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not require an airwor thiness certificate in accordance with 14
C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Therefore, Brian L Short will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs are in airworthy condition based upon its compliance
with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual) prior to every flight, and further,
determine that the aircraft are in condition for safe flight, as stated in the conditions and

limitations below. 3. Extent Of Relief Brian L Short Seeks And The Reason Brian L Short Seeks Relief From Section 91.121.

Relief from Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings , may be required to allow
flight operations of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, which utilize a

baromet ric pressure sensor, GPS equipment, and a radio communications telemetry data
link to downlink altitude information from the UA to the PIC at the ground control
station (GCS). Since the FAA requires that any altitude information concerning UAS
operations b e reported to air traffic control (ATC) in feet above ground level (AGL),
Brian L Short seeks the requested relief because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI
Inspire 1 UA’s altimeter may be set on the ground to zero feet AGL, rather than the local

barometri c pressure or field altitude, before each flight.
Considering the limited altitude of the proposed operations, relief from 14 CFR
91.121 is sought to the extent necessary to comply with the applicable conditions and
limitations stated below. As more fully set forth herein, an equivalent level of safety will
be maintained since the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs are equipped with
a barometric pressure sensor and GPS equipment, which automatically ensures that a
ground level pressure setting wil l be established prior to each flight, and provides the PIC

with altitude information of the UA on the heads

- up display of the GCS. 4. Extent Of Relief Brian L Short Seeks And The Reason Brian L ShortSeeks Relief From Section 91.151(b).

Relief from Sec tion 91.151(b) entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR

conditions , is requested to the extent required to allow flights of the battery powered DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in visual meteorological

conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), for a total duration of 13.5 minutes to
the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that

for at least 4.5 minutes. Brian L Short seeks the requested relief because without an
exemption from Section 91.151(b), the flight time duration of the battery powered DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs will severely constrain the practicality of any

aerial video or still photo flight operations that Brian L Short proposes to conduct
pursuant to this Petition.
Significantly, as set forth below, the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 oper ating
documents, and Brian L Short’s proposed operating limitations, ensure that Brian L Short
will safely operate the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs
during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight
rules (VFR), with enough battery power to fly for a total duration of 13.5 minutes to the
first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at

least 4.5 minutes. 5. Extent Of Relief Brian L Short Seeks And T he Reason Brian L Short Seeks Relief From Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & (b).

Since Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b)
only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certif icate, Brian L Short requests relief from
these Sections because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not require
airworthiness certificates. As set forth more fully below, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and
DJI Inspire 1 UASs meet the conditions of FMRA Section 333 for operation without an
airworthiness certificate. Accordingly, Brian L Short will use trained technicians toperform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UASs using the

methods, techniques, and practices prescri bed in the UAS operating documents (i.e., the
Brian L Short Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Brian L Short will

document and maintain all maintenance records fo r the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI
Inspire 1 UASs.

D. The Reasons Why Granting Brian L Short Request Would Be In The Public Interest; That Is, How It Would Benefit The Public As A Whole.

Granting the present Petition will further the public interest by allowing Brian L
Short to safely, efficiently, and economically perform aerial video and photography of
construction sites, real estate, and landscape over certain areas of the United States

. Additionally, use of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will
decrease congestion of the NAS, reduce pollution, and provide significant benefits to the
economy. Notably, the benefits of Brian L Short’s proposed operation of the DJI

Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be realized without implicating any
privacy issues.
1. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion Of The NAS.
The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs are battery powered and serve

as a safe, efficient, and economical alternative to the manned aircraft traditionally utilized
to obtain aerial imagery. By reducing the amount of manned aircraft needed to perform
aerial acquisitions, an exemption allowing the use of a DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI
Inspire 1 U AS would reduce the amount of manned aircraft in the NAS, reduce noise and
air pollution, as well as increase the safety of life and property in the air and on the
ground.
Furthermore, by reducing the number of manned aircraft operating in the NAS,

conges tion around airports caused by arriving and departing aircraft will be reduced. TheDJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs do not require an airport to takeoff or land.

Likewise, a reduction of manned aircraft conducting aerial video and photography

m issions would result in fewer aircraft that must be handled by air traffic control during
the ground, takeoff, departure, arrival, and landing phases of flight operations. 2. The Public Will Benefit From The Safety And Efficiency Of The DJI Phantom 2 Visio n+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs.

Conducting aerial acquisitions with the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1
UASs, instead of manned aircraft, will greatly benefit the public by drastically reducing
the levels of air and noise pollution generated during tr aditional aerial video and still
photography flight operations. By using battery power and electric motors, the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs produce no air pollution, and is the most
viable environmentally conscious alternative to the cabin class, six cylinder internal
combustion engine aircraft that are typically utilized for aerial video and photography,
while burning approximately 20

- 30 gallons per hour of leaded aviation fuel. The DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs, while reduci ng the carbon footprint of aerial
acquisitions, also eliminates noise pollution, as the UAs are propelled by battery powered
electric motors, rather than an internal combustion engine.
By using the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs to perform aerial
acquisitions, the substantial risk to life and property in the air and on the ground, which is
usually associated with traditional manned aircraft flight operations, will be substa ntially
reduced or completely eliminated. Aside from the lack of flight crew members located
onboard the aircraft, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs (weighing
approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces and 6 pounds 7.5 ounces respectively, at their

max imum gross weights with lengths of 16 inches and 17.3 inches respectively, widths of
16 inches and 17.7 inches respectively, and with no fuel on board), has less physical
potential for collateral damage to life and property on the ground, and in the air,

c ompared to the manned aircraft that typically conduct similar operations (weighingapproximately 6,000 pounds with a wingspan of approximately 42 feet, a length of 34

feet, and a fuel capacity of 180 gallons). 3. Performing Aerial Video and Photography Op erations With The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Will Benefit The Economy.

In addition to being safe and efficient, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire
1 UASs are also an economical alternative to using manned aircraft to conduct simi lar
aerial operations. As such, operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1
UASs will allow United States based companies, like Brian L Short, to remain
competitive and contribute to growth of the U.S. economy. Specifically, with the rising

co st of aviation fuel and the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) regulatory
actions phasing out leaded aviation fuels, U.S. owned and operated companies must
adopt new and alternative technology in order to remain competitive. Operating the
battery powe red DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs is one such technology
that not only allows companies greater operational flexibility compared to manned
aircraft, but provides such flexibility without the high operational cost of a traditional

manned airc raft.
By operating the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, companies
such as Brian L Short, can remain competitive and profitable, and therefore, provide
greater job stability to employees and contractors, which will ultimately contribute to

gro wth of the U.S. economy. Improved financial performance of U.S. companies,
through commercial use of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, provides
a stable workforce that increases consumer spending; improves local, state, and federal

tax reve nues; and allows companies to invest in research and development in order to
remain competitive both in the United States and abroad.
4. There Are No Privacy Issues.
Similar to the manned aerial acquisition flight operations that have been conducted for
decades, Brian L Short’s proposed operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJIInspire 1 UASs will not implicate any privacy issues. Specifically, the DJI Phantom 2

Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be operated only in compliance with operating

documen ts (i.e., the Brian L Short Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log,
and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual) which requires
property owner involvement as well as local law enforcement notification, and in

accordance with t he Federal Aviation Regulations, including the minimum altitude
requirements of 14 C.F.R. § 91.119.

E. The Reasons Why Granting The Exemption Would Not Adversely Affect Safety, Or How The Exemption Would Provide A Level Of Safety At Least Equal To That P rovided By The Rule From Which Brian L Short Seeks Exemption.
1. Reasons Why The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs Meet The Conditions Of The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section 333.

In consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated
with the unmanned aircraft and its operation, Brian L Short’s operation of the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs meet the conditions of FMRA Section 333,

and will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21,
Subpart H.
Section 333 provides authority for a UAS to operate without airworthiness
certification and sets forth requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a
hazard to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security.
Speci fically, FMRA Section 333 states the following, in part: (a) In General.

-- Notwithstanding any other requirement of this subtitle, and not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall determine if certa in unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system before completion of the plan and rulemaking required by section 332 of this Act or the guidance required by section 334 of this Act. (b) Assessment of Unmanned Aircraft Syste ms.

-- In making the determination under subsection (a), the Secretary shall determine, at a minimum

-- (1) which types of unmanned aircraft systems, if any, as a result of their size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports and populate d areas, and operation within visual line of sight do not createa hazard to users of the national airspace system or the public or pose a threat to national security; and
(2) whether a certificate of waiver, certificate of authorization, or airworthines s certification under section 44704 of title 49, United States Code, is required for the operation of unmanned aircraft systems identified under paragraph (1).
(c) Requirements for Safe Operation.

-- If the Secretary determines under this section that certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircra ft systems in the national airspace system.

In seeking this exemption, Brian L Short submits that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+
and DJI Inspire 1 UASs can operate safely in the NAS pursuant to FMRA Section 333, as
demonstrated by: (a) the characteristics of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1
UASs; (b) the pilot certification requirement; and (c) the specific operating limitations.

a. The Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Demonstrate Its Safe Characteristics.

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not create a hazard to
users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security considering
its size, weight, speed, and operational capability.

i. Technical Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs.

The technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1
UASs are set forth by the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Specifications and

Data Sheet, attached hereto as Exhibit A and B.

ii. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Autonomous Flight And Navigation Modes Enable The UASs To Remain Within A Defined Operational Area.

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs may be operated in both
manual and fully autonomous flight modes. A complete description of the flight and
navigational modes of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs is provided at
pages 25

- 35 of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and pages 12

- 16 and 45

- 50 of the DJI Inspire

1 User Manuals, attached hereto as Exhibit C and D.

iii. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Are DesignedFor Automatic Return To Home Point Or Hover In The Event Of Loss Of The Control Link Or Navigation.

When the Control Link is lost, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs
will remain stationary, in flight, for 3 seconds or more. If, after 3 seconds, the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs do not reacq uire control link data from the

GCS, the UAs will assume that the Control Link is lost and the UAs will return to the
home position (i.e., failsafe mode) via GPS, and will descend to the takeoff position and

shutdown.
A complete description of the Failsaf e Functions of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+
UAS are set forth at pages 27 through 29 and for the DJI Inspire 1 at pages 13 through 15
of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 User Manuals, attached hereto as Exhibit

C and D. iv. The DJI Phantom 2 Visio n+ and DJI Inspire 1 GCS And Its

Operation.

A complete description of the operation and specifications of the DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 GCS and flight control software is provided at pages 32
through 43 of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ User Man ual and pages 40 through 47 of the
DJI Inspire 1 User Manual. DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 User Manuals are

attached hereto as Exhibits C and D.

b. Flight Operations Of DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Are Limited To The Line Of Sight Of A Certificated Pilot in Command With A Safety Observer.

Brian L Short will only utilize certificated pilots who possess a current and valid
airman medical certificate to act as a pilot in command (PIC) of the DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs. Additionally, a safety observer will assist all pilots
during flight time.

c. Flights Of DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Will Be Conducted Pursuant To Specific Operating Limitations.

In seeking thi s exemption, Brian L Short proposes to commercially operate DJIPhantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs for the special purpose of conducting aerial

video and photography over certain areas of United States, pursuant to the following
specific operating li mitations: 1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption will be limited to the following aircraft described in the operating documents, rotorcraft UASs weighing less than 55 pounds maximum gross weight: DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 Unmann ed Aircraft Systems. Proposed operations of any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this grant.
2. UAS operations under this exemption will be limited to conducting operations for the purpose of aerial video and photography.
3. The UAs may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 20 knots.
4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 500 feet above ground level (AGL), as indicated by the procedures specified in the operating documents unless a special request is made and approved by ATC. All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet AGL.
5. The UAs must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all times. This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA

- issued airman medical certificate.
6. The use of first person view (FPV) by the PIC or safety observer (SO) is not permitted.
7. All operations must utilize a safety observer (SO). The SO may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS capability. The SO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times. Electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the duratio n of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the SO can perform the functions prescribed in the operating documents.
8. The SO must not perform any other duties beyond assisting the PIC with seeing and avoiding other air traffic and other ground based obsta cles/obstructions and is not permitted to operate the camera or other instruments.
9. The operating documents and the grant of exemption must be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exist s between the conditions and limitations contained in the grant of exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the conditions and limitations contained in the grant of exemption take precedence and must be followed. Otherwise, the ope rator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operating documents. The operator may update or revise its operating documents. It is the operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised documents to the Administrator u pon request. The operator must also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or amendment to the grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which theFAA granted the exe mption, then the operator must petition for amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s UAS Integration Office (AFS

- 80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operating documents.
10. Prior to each flight the PIC mus t inspect the UAS to ensure that it is in a condition for safe flight. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UA S is found to be in a condition for safe flight. The Ground Control Station must be included in the preflight inspection. All maintenance and alterations must be properly documented in the aircraft records.
11. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or a lterations that affect the UAS operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement of a flight critical component, must undergo a functional test flight. The PIC who conducts the functional test flight must make an entry in the aircraft records.

12. Th e pre

- flight inspection must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g. inoperable components, items, or equipment, not already covered in the relevant sections of the operating documents.
13. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer’s aircraft/c omponent, maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements.
14. The operator must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping requirements, in accordance with the operating documents. Maintenance, inspection, alt erations, and status of replacement/overhaul component parts must be noted in the aircraft records, including total time in service, description of work accomplished, and the signature of the authorized person returning the UAS to service.

15. Each UASs operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer Safety Bulletins.
16. The authorized person must make an entry in the aircraft record of the corrective action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections.
17. The PIC must possess at least a private pilot certificate and at least a current third

- class medical certificate.
18. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC meets the operator’s qualification criteria and demonstrates the abil ity to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification fl ight hours must be logged in a manner consistent with 14 C.F.R. § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs are permitted under the terms of the exemption. However, training operations may only be conducted during dedicated trainin g sessions. During training, proficiency, and experience

- building flights, all persons not essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 91.119.19. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 C.F.R. § 1.1. All operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). If flight at night is required, a special request will be made at the FAA office closest to proposed area of operations. Flights under special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.
20. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point as denoted on a current FAA

- published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOTAM as required by the operator’s COA. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available to the Adminis trator upon request.
21. The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.
22. If the UA loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it must return to a pre

- determined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered in accordance with the operating documents.
23. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies in accordance with the operating documents.
24. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the intended landing point and land the UA with 25% battery power

r emaining.
25. The operator must obtain an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the grant of exemption. This COA will also require the operator to request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM ) not more than 72 hours in advance, but not less than 48 hours prior to the operation. All operations shall be conducted in accordance with airspace requirements in the ATO issued COA including class of airspace, altitude level and potential transponder

r equirements.
26. All aircraft operated in accordance with the exemption must be identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 C.F.R. part 47, and have identification (N

- Number) markings in accordance with 14 C.F.R. part 45, Subpart C. Ma rkings must be as large as practicable.
27. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrum used for operation and control of the UA must comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements.
28. The documents required fewer than 14 C.F.R. 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the UAS is operating. These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enfo rcement official upon request.29. The UA must remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation operations and activities at all times.
30. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle.
31. Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons (persons other than the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons), vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:
a. Barriers or structures are present that suf ficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protectio n and are within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations must cease immediately and/or;
b. The aircraft is operated near vessels, vehicles or structures where the owner/controller of such vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission and the PIC h as made a safety assessment of the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not present an undue hazard, and;
c. Operations nearer to the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons do not present an undue hazard to those persons per § 91.119(a).
32. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled

- access property with permission from the land owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from land owner/controller or authorized representative wil l be obtained for each flight to be conducted.
33. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA must be reported to the FAA's UAS Integration Off ice (AFS

- 80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov

. 2. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) And (b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

Brian L Short submits that the equivalent level of safety established by Section
61.113(a) and (b) will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to opera te the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs unless that PIC has demonstrated, by
meeting minimum flight

- hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely
operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent wit h the
exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate
distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures.Considering Brian L Short’s proposed area of operations, and the operating

limitations set forth

- above; the par allel nature of private pilot aeronautical knowledge
requirements to those of commercial pilot requirements ( See Exemption No. 11062); and
the airmanship skills necessary to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI
Inspire 1 UAS, Brian L Short submi ts that the additional manned airmanship experience
of a commercially certificated pilot would not correlate to the airmanship skills necessary
for Brian L Short’s specific proposed flight operations.
The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 61. 113(a) and (b) specific to
UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g.
Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110,

11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161).
Brian L Short will not allow any PIC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or
DJI Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight

- hour
requirements or the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI Inspire 1 UAS training and currency

r equirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI
Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with this exemption, including evasive and
emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels,

vehicles an d structures.
Specifically, the PIC must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent
with 14 C.F.R. § 61.51(b), 25 hours of total time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot (with a
minimum of 5 hours of those hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and m odel of
UAS to be used for operations under the exemption). In addition to the hour requirements,
the PIC must accomplish 3 takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency
purposes).
As in Exemption Nos. 11062, 11138, and 11153, prior documented flight
experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations will ensure an
equivalent level of safety during Brian L Short’s proposed operations. The Administratorhas held th at prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with

applicable regulations would ensure safe operations, stating as follows: In Exemption No. 11062, the FAA required that prior to conducting operations for the purpose of motion pict ure filming (or similar operations), the PIC must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 14 CFR 61.51(b), 25 hours of total time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot including at least 10 hours logged as a UAS pilot with a multi

- rotor UAS. Prior to operations under Exemption No. 11062, the PIC must also have accumulated and logged a minimum of 5 hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and model of UAS to be used for operations under the exemption. For clarification, the FAA considers these minim um hour requirements to be inclusive rather than additive; i.e. 5 hours make and model time may be included in the 10 hours of multi

- rotor time and the 10 hours may be included in the total 25 hours of UAS rotorcraft time. In addition to the hour requireme nts, the PIC must accomplish 3 takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency purposes). The FAA finds that at a minimum, the flight

hour requirements in Exemption No. 11062 are appropriate to practice and build proficiency in the skills nece ssary to safely conduct the petitioner’s proposed operations. The FAA also finds that prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations would satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, and experience

- build ing flights can also be conducted under the grant of exemption to accomplish the required flight time. During training, proficiency, and experience

- building flights the PIC is required to operate the UA with appropriate distances in accordance with 14 C.F. R 91.119.

Exemption No. 11138 at page 15.
Accordingly, Brian L Short will ensure safe operations by not allowing any PIC to
operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has
demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight

- hour and currency requirements, that the PIC
is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner
consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and
maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, ve hicles and structures. 3. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.7(a) will be maintained
because prior to every flight, Brian L Short will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or
DJI Inspire 1 UAS is in an airworthy condition based upon the UAS’s compliance with
its operating documents and as stated in the conditions and limitations herein.
Additionally, the FAA has previously granted relief from Section 91.7(a) specificto UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g.

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110,

11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 4. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121 Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.121 will be maintained

because the altitude information of the D JI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs
will be provided to the PIC via GPS equipment and a radio communications telemetry
data link, which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring of the flight
path and altitude. This altitude information , combined with Brian L Short’s operation of
the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAs within visual line of sight, at or below
500 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. The altitude
information will be generated by GP S equipment installed onboard the aircraft. Prior to
each flight, a zero altitude initiation point is automatically established by the UASs at
ground level.
The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 91.121 specific to UAS, in

circumstances simila r, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption

Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11112, 11136, 11138,

11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 5. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirem ents Of Section 91.151(b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

A grant of this exemption would ensure an equivalent level of safety established
by 14 C.F.R. Section 91.151(b) as a result of (1) the technical specifications of the DJI

Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs; (2) the limitations on the proposed flight
operations; and (3) the location of the proposed flight operations. Accordingly, Brian L
Short will ensure that it will safely operate the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+
and DJI Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in VFR conditions, with enough battery
power to fly for a total duration of 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and,assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes.
Here, as in Exempt ion No. 11109, the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom
2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs; the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and
the location of the proposed operations, will ensure an equivalent level of safety
established by 14 C.F .R. Section 91.151(b). Furthermore, safety will be ensured as the
DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs provide audible and visual warnings to
the PIC at the GCS when the UAs experiences low battery voltage, the first warning
occurring at approximately 33% remaining battery power, and again at approximately 10%
remaining battery power. At the critically low battery level, the DJI Phantom Vision+ and
DJI Inspire 1 UASs will descend and land automatically.
Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Section
91.151 establish that safety is not adversely affected when the technical char acteristics
and operating limitations of the UAS are considered. Relief has been granted for manned
aircraft to operate at less than the minimums prescribed in Section 91.151, including
Exemption Nos. 2689, 5745, and 10650. Moreover, the FAA has previously granted
relief from Section 91.151 specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material
respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 8811, 10808, 10673, 11042,

11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11136, 11138, 11150,

11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 6. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & (b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety.

In seeking this exemption, Bria n L Short submits that the equivalent level of
safety with regard to the regulatory maintenance and alteration requirements established
by Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) will be

met because Brian L Short will u se trained technicians to perform maintenance,
alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UASs using the methods, techniques, and
practices prescribed in the operating documents (i.e., the Brian L Short Aerial OperationsManual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1

Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Brian L Short will document and maintain all
maintenance records for the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs.
Since the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs wi ll be inspected as
prescribed by the operating documents, Brian L Short will maintain the equivalent level
of safety established by Sections 91.405(a), 91.409(a)(1), and 91.409(a)(2). A copy of the
DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 User Manuals are a ttached hereto as Exhibit C
and D; a copy of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UAS Maintenance LOG is

attached hereto as Exhibit E.
Likewise, the exemption sought will not adversely affect safety because Brian L

Short will use trained technician s to perform maintenance, alterations or preventive
maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed by the
operating documents.
Furthermore, the exemption sought would maintain an equivalent level of safety
established by Se ctions 91.407, 91.417(a) and 91.417(b), because all maintenance of the
DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be performed by trained technicians.
Maintenance will be documented and maintained utilizing the monthly maintenance log.
Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Sections
91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) establish that safety
is not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and operating limitations of

th e UAS are considered.
In consideration of Brian L Short’s proposed operating limitations, the operating
documents, and the technical aspects of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1
UASs, Brian L Short submits that safety will not be adversely affec ted by granting
exemption from 14 C.F.R. Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1) and (a)(2), 91.409(a)(2), and
91.417(a) and (b). The FAA has previously granted relief specific to UAS in
circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein ( e.g. ExemptionNos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11112, 11136,

11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161).
7. The FAA May Prescribe Any Other Conditions For Safe Operation.

In accordance with Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of

2012 (FMRA) and 14 C.F.R. § 21.16 entitled Special Conditions , Brian L Short requests
that the FAA prescribe special conditions for the intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2
Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, w hich contain such safety standards that the
Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established
by 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7 (a), 91.121,

91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). Such
special conditions will permit safe operation of the UAs for the limited purpose of
conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States for
compensation or hire. FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering
whether a UAS will create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a
threat to national security; and further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate

without airworthiness certificati on in accordance with any requirements that must be
established for the safe operation of the UAS in the NAS.
Likewise, the Administrator may prescribe special conditions pursuant to 14

C.F.R.
§ 21.16, for operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI In spire 1 UASs, since the
airworthiness regulations of 14 C.F.R. Part 21 do not contain adequate or appropriate
safety standards, due to the novel or unusual design features of the aircraft. Section 21.16,

entitled Special Conditions , states the following: If the FAA finds that the airworthiness regulations of this subchapter do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for an aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller because of a novel or unusual design feature of the aircraft, aircraft engine or p ropeller, he prescribes special conditions and amendments thereto for the product. The special conditions are issued in accordance with Part 11 of this chapter and contain such safety standards for the aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller as the FAA find s necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established in the regulations.See 14 C.F.R. § 21.16.

Therefore, in accordance with FMRA Section 333 and 14 C.F.R. § 21.16, the
FAA may prescribe special conditions for Leading Edge’s intende d operation of the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, which contain such safety standards that the
Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established
by 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121,

91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b).

 A Summary That Can Be Published In The Federal Register, stating: The Rules From Which Brian L Short Seeks Exemption:

Brian L Short seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a)&(b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b).
A Brief Description Of The Nature Of The Exemption Brian L Short Seeks:
This exemption will permit Brian L Short to commercially operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States.

 Any Additional Information, Views, Or Arguments Available To Support B rian L Short’s Request.

This Petition is made pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of

2012
(FMRA) Section 333, which directs the Secretary of Transportation to determine if
certain UAS may operate safely in the NAS. As such, Brian L Short’s request for
exemption may be granted pursuant to the authority of FMRA Section 333 and 14 C.F.R.

Part 11, as set forth above.
FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS
will create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public , or otherwise pose a threat to
national security; and further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate without

airworthiness certification.
As discussed in detail above, Brian L Short will operate the DJI Phantom 2Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs safely in the NAS, without creating a hazard to users of

the NAS, or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security.

CONCLUSION
As set forth herein, Brian L Short seeks an exemption pursuant to 14 C.F.R. §

11.61 and Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA),
which will permit safe operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs
commercially, w ithout an airworthiness certificate, for the limited purpose of conducting
aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States. By granting thisPetition, the FAA Administrator will be fulfilling the Congressional mandate of the FAA

Modern ization and Reform Act of 2012, while also advancing the interests of the public,
by allowing Brian L Short to safely, efficiently, and economically operate the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs commercially within the NAS.

WHEREFORE , in accord ance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the
FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Section 333, Brian L Short respectfully
requests that the Administrator grant this Petition for an exemption from the requirements

of 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1),
91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), and permit Leading Edge to operate the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs commercially for the purpose of conducting
aerial video and photograp hy over certain areas of the United States.

Dated: March 28, 2015

Respectfully submitted,

Brian L Short

_________________________ Brian L Short

Brian L Short 12170 S Prairie Creek Pkwy Olathe, KS 66061 913

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Appendices :

A

– DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ Specifications Data Sheet B

– DJI Inspire 1 Specifications Data SheetAPPENDIX

– A DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Brian L Short only utilizes safe and reliable UASs. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS production. DJI UASs are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set parameters which will not allow flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and set altitude as well as limit flight to a predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides real

- time altitude and location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices)

1.1 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+

1.1.1 Aircraft 1.1.1.1 Supported Battery

– DJI 5200mAH LiPo Battery 1.1.1.2 Weight (Battery & Propellers Included)

– 2lbs 11.810oz (1242g) 1.1.1.3 Hover Accuracy (Ready to Fly)

– Vertical: .8m; Horizontal: 2.5m 1.1.1.4 Max Yaw Angul ar Velocity

- 200 0 /s 1.1.1.5 Max Tilt Angel

- 35 0 1.1.1.6 Max Ascent Speed

– 6m/s 1.1.1.7 Max Descent Speed

– 2m/s1.1.1.8 Max Flight Speed

– 15m/s (NOT RECOMMENDED)

1.1.2 Gimbal 1.1.2.1 Working Current

– Static: 750mA; Dynamic: 900mA 1.1.2.2 Control Accuracy

- ±0.03 0 1.1.2.3 Controllable Range

– Pitch:

- 90 0

- 0 0 1.1.2.4 Maximum Angular Speed

– Pitch: 90 0 /s

1.1.3 Camera 1.1.3.1 Operating Temperature Range

- 32 0 F

- 104 0 F (0 0 C

- 40 0 C) 1.1.3.2 Sensor Size

– 1/2.3” 1.1.3.3 Effective Pixels

– 14M 1.1.3.4 Resolution

– 4384x3288 4.1.3.5 HD Video Recording

– 1080p30 & 720p 4.1.3.6 Recording Field of View

- 110 0 /85 0

1.1.4 Transmitter 1.1.4.1 Operating Frequency

– 5.728GHz

– 5.85GHz 1.1.4.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed)

– FCC Compliance: 800m 1.1.4.3 R eceiver Sensitivity (1%PER)

- - 93dBm 1.1.4.4 Transmitter Power

– FCC Compliance: 100mW 1.1.4.5 Working Voltage

– 120mA@3.7V
1.1.5 Range Extender 1.1.5.1 Operating Frequency

– 2412

- 2462MHz 1.1.5.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed)

– 500

- 700m 1.1.5.3 Tr ansmitter Power

– 20dBm 1.1.5.4 Power Consumption

– 2W

APPENDIX

– B DJI INSPIRE 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Brian L Short only utilizes safe and reliable UASs. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS production. DJI UASs are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set parameters which will not allow flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and set altitude as well as limit flight to a predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides real

- time altitude and location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices)

2.2 DJI Inspire 1

2.2.1 Aircraft 2.2.1.1 Model

– T600 2.2.1.2 Weight (Battery Included)

– 6lbs 7.5291oz (2935g) 2. 2.1.3 Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode)

– Vertical: 0.5m; Horizontal: 2.5m 2.2.1.4 Max Angular Velocity

– Pitch: 3000/s; Yaw: 1500/s 2.2.1.5 Max Tilt Angle

- 350 2.2.1.6 Max Ascent Speed

– 5m/s2.2.1.7 Max Descent Speed

– 4m/s 2.2.1.8 Max Speed

– 22m/s (ATTI mode, no wind

– NOT RECOMMENDED) 2.2.1.9 Max Flight Altitude

– 4500m 2.2.1.10 Max Wind Resistance

– 10m/s 2.2.1.11 Max Flight Time

– Approximately 18 minutes 2.2.1.12 Motor Model

– DJI 3510 2.2.1.13 Propeller Model

– DJI 1345 2.2.1.14 Operating Temperature Range

– 140F to 1040F (

- 100C to 400C) 2.2.1.15 Dimensions

– 17 1⁄4” x 17 3⁄4” x 12”

2.2.2 Gimbal 2.2.2.1 Model

– ZENMUSE X3 2.2.2.2 Output Power (with camera)

– Static: 9W; In Motion: 11W 2.2.2.3 Operating Current

– Static: 750mA; In Motion: 900mA 2.2.2.4 An gular Vibration Range

- ±0.030 2.2.2.5 Mounting

– Detachable 2.2.2.6 Controllable Range

– Pitch:

- 900 to +300; Pan: ±3200 2.2.2.7 Mechanical Range

– Pitch:

- 1250 to 450; Pan: ±3300 2.2.2.8 Max Controllable Speed

– Pitch: 1200/s; Pan: 1800/s

2.2.3 Camera 2 .2.3.1 Name

– X3 2.2.3.2 Model

– FC350 2.2.3.3 Total Pixels

– 12.76M 2.2.3.4 Effective Pixels

– 12.4M 2.2.3.5 Image Max Size

– 4000x3000 2.2.3.6 ISO Range

– 100

- 3200 2.2.3.7 Field of View

- 940 2.2.3.8 CMOS

– Sony EXMOR 1/2.3” 2.2.3.9 HD Video Recording

– UHD(4K): 4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30; FHD: 1920x1080p24/25/30/48/50/60; HD: 1280x720p24/25/30/48/50/60 2.2.3.10 Operating Temperature Range

- 320F

- 1040F (00C

- 400C)

2.2.4 Transmitter 2.2.4.1 Name

– C1 2.2.4.2 Operating Frequency

– 5.728

- 5.850GH z; 2.400

- 2.483GHz 2.2.4.3 Communicating Distance (unobstructed)

– 2000m 2.2.4.4 Output Power

– 9W 2.2.4.5 Operating Temperature Range

- 140F to 1040F (

- 100C to 400C) 2.2.4.6 Battery

– 600mAh LiPo 2S