Chris Saladin

Enterprise Systems Group

2305 Kelbe Drive

Little Chute, WI 54140

Dear Sir or Madam,

The following is my application for a license to operate an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in 

the National Airspace System (NAS) for civil purposes. The Pilot in Command (PIC) will only be

myself, Chris Saladin. 

Aircraft Description

The unmanned aircraft (UA) is a DJI Phantom that measures 13.8” x 13.8” x 7.5” (L x W x H) and 

weighs less than 2.6 lbs. The working frequency of the radio controls is 2.4GHz ISM with 7 

control channels, a 1000m communication distance, a receiver sensitivity of greater than -

100dBm and a working voltage of 52 mA@6V. The remote control is powered by four AA 

batteries. The UA is powered by a 2200mAh 11.1V LiPo high performance battery with an 

average flight time of about 10 minutes and a maximum flight velocity of 22 mph. 

Safety Precautions

The UA will be operated with the utmost safety precautions at private events where permission 

is pre-approved. The PIC will accumulate several hours of training flights using the UA under 

the guidelines of the FAA’s model aircraft operations before flying the UA for civil operations. 

The UA will fly below 400 feet, remain clear of surrounding obstacles, remain in visual line of

sight at all times, remain well clear of manned aircraft operations, maintain a minimum five 

mile distance from any airports or heliports, will not be flown near people or stadiums and will 

only fly aircraft weighing no more than 55 lbs.

Pre-flight inspections will take place before any operation. The pre-flight inspection consists of 

following a check list to insure all the equipment is operating correctly. The check list is as 

follows:

1. Transmitter / receiver firmware up to date

2. Transmitter batteries full

3. Flight batteries full

4. All parts of aircraft in good condition

5. Propellers and motors installed correctly and firmly

6. Aircraft not overloaded (less than 2.6 lbs.)
7. Compass calibration

8. Satellite signal lock

9. No interference between transmitter and receiver

10. Safe distance from power lines, people, airports, overhead obstructions, etc.

11. Motor properly warmed-up before flight

A shut-down procedure will take place at the conclusion of each flight. The shut-down 

procedure is as follows:

1. Rotors and motor off

2. Receiver powered down

3. Receiver battery disconnected

4. Transmitter powered down

5. Visual inspection of multi-rotor for any damage

6. Wrap and pack all cables

7. Disconnect all batteries

8. Recharge all batteries

A flight log will be recorded after each flight. The flight log will include such details as:

1. Location

2. Time/Date

3. Wind speed

4. Weather

5. Aircraft type

6. Duration of flight

7. Number of flights

8. General condition of aircraft

9. General notes on takeoff, flight and landing

10. Maximum altitude

In the event of loss of control of the UA, the UA has an automatic “go-home” function 

programmed as part of its failsafe protocol. The home-point is saved at the beginning of each 

flight, before take-off, once six or more GPS satellites are found. If the UA loses signal with the 

transmitter for longer than three seconds, the UA will ascend to 65 feet at its current location 

then travel back to the home-point while maintaining the same altitude. Once the UA has 

reached the home-point, it will hover for 15 seconds at 65 feet, then slowly descend and land. 

If the signal is restored within that process, the system will not exit the failsafe. 
Intended UAS Operations

The UA will be used to capture outdoor scenic footage of weddings, from a safe-distance. The 

footage would include the general area of the event with a flight time of 10 minutes and no 

more than two flights per event. The UA will also be used to shoot footage of outdoor 

architecture such as houses, golf courses and small buildings to be used for promotional 

purposes. All flights will only take place in good weather conditions. Good weather conditions 

include low or no winds, good visibility and no precipitation.

Thank you for your consideration. I have attached example documents of my pre-flight 

inspection, flight log, my contact information and the manual for the UA. If there are any other 

materials you would like for me to submit, my contact information can also be found below.

Best Regards,

Chris Saladin

Enterprise Systems Group

2305 Kelbe Drive

Little Chute, WI 54140

(920) 687-4312

chriss@esgexperience.com 

 Chris Saladin