DC: 5843669

- 1 September 29 , 2015

U.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations West Building Ground Floor, Room W12

- 140 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Washington, DC 20590

To Whom It May Concern :

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 C.F.R., Part 11, Microsoft Corporation (“ Microsoft ”) , operator of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (“ s UAS”) equipped to conduct aerial videography and photography for advertising and
other aerial photography purposes

, including use in software, requests a limited exemption
from the below

- listed regulations to allow commercial operation of its s UASs, provided that the proposed sUAS operations comply with the conditions outlined be low or as established by the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) under Section 333.

The name and address of the applicant is:

Microsoft Corporation

Attn: Steve Kaneko One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052
Phone: 425

- 706

- 9147

Fax: 425

- 936

- 7329

E mail : stevekan @microsoft.com

Microsoft makes this request under the “summary grant” process that the FAA announced in April 2015. 1 This request is similar in all material respects to a number of recent grants of exemption, including Grant of Exemption No. 11488 to Advanced Aerial Cinematography, LLC (FAA Docket No. 2014

- 0090) , Grant of Exemption No. 12721 to Limitless Drones, LLC (FAA Docket No. 2015

- 2078) , and Grant of Exemption No. 12956 (FAA Docket No.

2015

- 2545)

. 2

1 See FAA Summary Grants Speed UAS Exemptions, available at https://www.faa.gov/news/updates/?newsId=82485.

2 The use limitations and arguments in this application are nearly identical to those contained in Advanced Aerial Cinematography’s November 24, 2014 application and the FAA’s May 5, 201 5

approv al of that application, and to the June 8, 2015 application for an exemption from (continued...)U.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 2

Regulations from which the exemption is requ ested:

14 C.F.R. part 21

14 C.F.R. § 45.23 (b)

14 C.F.R. §§ 61.113 (a) & (b)

14 C.F.R. § 91.7 (a)

14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (b) (2)

14 C.F.R. § 91.103

14 C.F.R. § 91.109

14 C.F.R. § 91.119

14 C.F.R. § 91.121

14 C.F.R. § 91.151 (a)

14 C.F.R. §§ 91.203 (a) & (b)

14 C.F.R. § 91.405 (a)

14 C.F.R. 407 (a) (1)

14 C.F.R. § 409 (a) (2)

14 C.F.R. §§ 417 (a) & (b)

Microsoft proposes that it receive an exemption to use s UAS to conduct aerial videography and photography for advertising and other aerial photography purposes, including
use in software

. Microsoft would obtain the consent of all personnel in the vicinity in which the sUAS may operate

. The sUAS proposed by the petitioner is a DJI Phantom 3.

The proposed s UAS operation will be conducted safely to minimize risk to the national airspace system (“ NAS ”) or to persons and property on the ground. Microsoft proposes that the exemption apply to civil aircraft that operate with in the limitations listed below. Thes e limitations were established in the FAA’s grant of Advanced Aerial Cinematography’s request for an exemption :

Wingless Aerial Solutions and Photography and the FAA’s September 22, 2015 approval of that application.U.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 3

1. The sUAS will weigh less than 55 pounds, including payload. Proposed 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 permitted. (A motion picture and television operations manual (MPTOM) is attached to this application for exemption.)

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

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

5. The UA S will be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of th e Pilot in Charge (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 will ut ilize a visual observer (VO). The UA S will be operated within the 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 maintains the VLOS capability.
The VO and PIC will be able to communicate verbally at all times; electronic messaging or texting will not be permitted during flight operations. The PIC will be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC will ensure that the V O can perform the duties required of the VO.

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the s UAS and conduct its operations in accordance with the condition s and limitations stated in the grant of exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the opera ting documents. The operating documents will be accessible during s UAS operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the

co nditions and limitations in the exemption and the procedures outlined in the

ope rating documents, the conditions and limitations herein take precedence and will be followed. Otherwise, Microsoft will follow the procedures as outlined in its operating documents. Microsoft may update or revise its operating
documents. It is Microsoft ’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. Microsoft will also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or amendment to this grant of exemption. If
Microsoft determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then Microsoft must petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s UA S Integration Office (AFS

-U.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 4

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 operation or flight characteristics, e.g., replacement of a flight critical compone nt, 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 must remain at least 500 feet from other people. The functional test flight must b e conducted in such a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and property.

9. Microsoft is responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it is in a condition for safe operation.

10. Prior to each flight, the PIC will conduct a pr e

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

- flight inspection will account for all potential discrepancies, e.g., inoperable components, items, or equipment. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the s UAS, the aircraft will be prohibited form operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the s UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight.

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

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

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC will hold either an airline transport, commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC will also hold a current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by

a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal Government. The PIC also will meet the flight review requirements specified in 14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.

14. Micro soft will not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the ability to safely operate the s UAS in a manner consistent with how the s UAS will be operated under this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency will be logged in a manner consistent with 14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs and VOs (training, proficiency, and experience

- building) and determining the PIC’s ability to safely operate the s UAS in a manner consisten t with how the s UAS will be operated under this exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, training operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During training, proficiency, andU.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 5

experience

- building flights, all persons not essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC will operate the UA with appropriate
distance from no nparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119.

15. UAS operations will not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 C.F.R. § 1.1. All operations will be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
Microsoft will not operate f lights under sp ecial visual flight rules (SVFR).

16. The UA S will not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point (ARP) as denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Director (AFD) or for airports not denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport symbol a s 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 will
be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon
request.

17. The UA S will 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 the s UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA will return to a

pre

- determined location within the private or controlled

- access property.

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

20. The PIC will be prohib ited 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 the manufacturer if greater.

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). All operations will be conducted 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 will 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 will be as large as practicable.

23. Documents used by Microsoft to ensure the safe operation and flight of the s UAS and any documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 will be available to

t he PIC at the Ground Control Station of the s UAS any time the aircraft is operating. These documents will be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.U.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 6

24. The UA S will remain clear and give way to all manned aviation op erations and
activities at all times.

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

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

a. Barri ers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an
accident. Microsoft will ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where nonparti cipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations will cease immediately in a manner ensuring the safety of nonparticipating persons; and

b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted

perm ission 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, essential persons, or individual s who have signed consent forms are not considered nonparticipating persons under this exemption.

27. All operations will be conducted over private or controlled

- access property with permission from the property owner/controller or authorized 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 operational area as defined by the applicable COA will be reported to the FAA’s UAS Integration Office (AFS

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

Because this exe mption permits operations for the purpose of closed

- set television filming and production, the following additional conditions and limitations apply:

29. Microsoft will have a motion picture and television operations manual (MPTOM) as documented in this grant of exemption. The MPTOM is attached to this
letter as Attachment A.

30. At least 3 days before aerial filming, Microsoft will submit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The 3

- day notification may be waived with theU.S. Department of Transportation

, Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 7

concurrence of the FSDO. The plan of activities must include at least the following:

a. Dates and times for all flights;

b. Name and phone number of the operator for the s UAS aerial filming
conducted under this grant of exemption;

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

- scene operation of the s UAS;

d. Make, model, and serial or N

- Number of the s UAS to be used;

e. Name and certificate number of s 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 will be made available to the inspector
upon request;

g. Signature of exemption ho lder 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 essential to accomplish the operation.

31. Flight operations may b e 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.

U nless otherwise specified, the s UAS operations will comply with all applicable p arts of 14 CFR including, but not limited to, parts 45, 47, 61, and 91. Microsoft incorporates all arguments in support of the petition made in Advanced Aerial Cinematography’s November 24, 2014 application for exemption.

Federal Register Notice

As state d above, publication in the Federal Register is unnecessary because this application meets the FAA’s criteria for summary approval. To the extent that the FAA determines that publication is necessary, the following summary is provided:

Applicant seeks an exemption from the following rules: 14 C.F.R. § 21, subpart H; 14 C.F.R 45.23 (b); 14 C.F.R. § 61.113 (a) & (b); 91.7 (a); 91.9 (b)(2); 91.103 (b); 91.109; 91.119; 91.121; 91.151(a); 91.203 (a) and (b); 91.405 (a); 91.407 (a)(1); 91.409 (a)(2); 91.409 (a)( 2) and 91.417 (a) & (b) to operate commercially a small unmanned vehicle (55 lbs or less) in videography and photography operations.U.S. Department of Transportation , Docket Operations September 29 , 2015 Page 8

The Exemption is in the Public Interest

As demonstrated above, the proposed s UAS operations would minimize the risk of har m

to individual safety or damage to the NAS and property. The operations proposed by Microsoft would provide public benefits by enabling Microsoft to acquire quality commercial videography and still photography in a cost

- effective manner compared to tradi tional manned aircraft

. Use of sUAS for this purpose also benefits the public by reducing the levels of air and noise pollution generated during traditional manned videography flights. Furthermore, t he s UAS operations as described in this application wil l be far safer and more efficient than use of helicopters or other aircraft to capture the required footage.

The conditions outlined in this petition clearly satisfy Section 333 ’s exemption criteria regarding “size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports and populated areas, and operation within visual line of sight,” and therefore the proposed operations would not “create a hazard to users of the national airspace system or the public or pose a threat to national security.” As discussed above, Microsoft agrees to use limitations that are substantially
identical to those contained in the FAA’s recent grant of exemption for Advanced Aerial Cinematography. Accordingly, the propose d UAS operations of Microsoft should not raise safety or national security concerns, and should receive summary approval.

Please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned if you need additional information.

Respectfully submitted,

Kurt Wimmer Stephen KiehlDC: 5843686

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# Attachment A

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# Motion Picture and Television Flight Operation Manual

Microsoft Corporation

Attn: Steve Kaneko One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052

Phone: 425

- 706

- 9147
Fax: 425

- 936

- 7329 Email: stevekan@microsoft.com

Date: September 29 , 2015 Version: Original

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## Table of Contents

A. Purpose

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B. Pilot/Operator Organization

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C. Pilots To Be Used During Filming

................................ ................................ ................... 5

D. List of Aircraft by Make, Model and Serial or Registration Number

......................... 5

E. Distribution and Revision

................................ ................................ ................................ 5

F. Persons Authorized

................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 6

G. Area of Operations

................................ ................................ ................................ ............ 6

H. Plan of Activities

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I. Permission to Operate

................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 7

J. Security

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K. Briefing of Pilots and Production Personnel

................................ ................................ .. 8

L. Certification/Airworthiness

................................ ................................ ............................. 8

M. Pilot Personnel

— Minimum Requirement s

................................ ................................ ..... 8

N. Limitations

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O. Communications

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P. Accident Notification

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Q. Recall/Stop Procedures

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R. Aerobatic Competency

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Appendix A

Appendix B

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## Revision Control Page

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## Motion Picture and Television Flight Operation Manual

A. Purpose

This Manual has been developed by Microsoft Corporation (“ Microsoft ”) in conjunction with an application for an exemption from a limited number of regulations pursuant to Section 333 of the

FA A Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, as outlined in Microsoft ’s exemption application dated September 29 , 2015 , for use of sUAS to conduct aerial videography and photography for advertising and other aerial photography purposes, including use in

software

. Microsoft ’s pilots and other company personnel when applicable will comply with the policies, procedures, and conditions of this Manual , whenever motion picture or television flight operations are performed that require an exem ption.

B. Pilot/Operator Organization

Microsoft Corporation

-- Operator

Attn: Steve Kaneko One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052

Email: stevekan@microsoft.com

Steve Kaneko

- Partner Director of Design and applicant/responsible person

- phone 425

- 706

- 9147

C. Pilot s To Be Used During Filming

Pilots to be used during filming will be included in the Plan of Activities to be filed at least three (3) days prior to each scheduled filming, pursuant to Section H

, infra , with the local FSDO having jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The list of pilots will include each pilot’s pilot certificate number as well as special pilot authorizations or endorsements, if applicable.

D. List of Aircraft by Make, Model and Serial or Registration Number

A list of aircraft to be used appears in Appendix B, infra . Furthermore, a ny aircraft to be used in the proposed filming shall be listed by make, model and serial or registration number in the Plan of Activities to be filed at least three days prior to ea ch scheduled filming, pursuant to Section H

, infra , with the local FSDO having jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming.

E. Distribution and Revision

Microsoft will issue a copy of this manual, including all revisions, to all personnel involved in

sUAS operation . All recipients are required to keep their manuals up

- to

- date with any furnished

revisions.

Amendments in FARs and normal usage will frequently indicate a need for additions, deletions, or corrections of selected subject matter in this manual. Revisions to the manual will be issued periodically to reflect these changes. In addition, manual users who observe or experience a

### Page 6 of 11 need for change are encouraged to submit their suggestions to Steve Kaneko, Partner Director of Design, Microsoft, for re view and consideration.

Revisions to the Manual will be forwarded to the Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) at least 15 days before the proposed effective date. Revisions will be noted on the Revision Control Page at the front of this Manual and wil l be noted in bold in this Manual. Each subsequent revision of the Manual will be distributed to all company personnel involved in sUAS operation.

F. Persons Authorized

Section 91.119(c) is waiv ed only with respect to those pa rticipating persons, vehicles, a nd structures directly involved in the performance of the actual filming. The pilot

- in

- command and certificate holder shall ensure that no persons are allowed within 500 feet of the area except those consenting to be involved and necessary for the filming production. This provision may be reduced to no less than 200 feet in the event that a suitable, equivalent level of safety can be achieved. An equivalent level of safety may be determined by evaluation of the filming production area and the degree of te rrain features, buildings, etc. that will provide a safety barrier

to observers.

Prior to any filming, the pilot

- in

- command and certificate holder shall be responsible for obtaining signed consent forms from any person who is allowed within 500 feet (or 20 0 feet as outlined above) of the filming. Such consent forms shall be maintained by the operator for a period of at least six (6) months following the filming.

G. Area of Operations

The area of operations shall cover the United States . The specific location for each operation shall be stated in the Plan of Activities to be filed at least three (3) days prior to each scheduled filming, pursuant to Section H, infra , with the local FSDO having jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming.

The pilot/operator shall coordinate with the FSDO having geographic responsibility over the area of the filming operations.

H. Plan of Activities

At least three (3) days prior to any scheduled filming, Microsoft shall submit a written plan of

activities to the local FSDO havin g jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The plan of activities shall include the following:

1) Dates and times for all flights.

2) Name and phone number of operator responsible for the filming production

event.

3) Name and phone number of the person responsible for the on

- scene operation

of the sUAS.

### Page 7 of 11 4) Make, model, and serial number or registration number of aircraft to be used and type of airworthiness certificate, including Category (CAT).

5) Names and certificate nu mbers of pilots involved in the filming production

event.

6) A statement that permission has been obtained from property owners and/or

local officials to condu ct the filming production event; the list of those who gave permission will be made available to th e inspector upon request.

7) Signature of exemption holder or a designated representative.

8) A general outline , description or summary of the flight activity schedule, including maps or diagrams of any area, city, town, country, and/or state over

which filmin g will be conducted and the altitude essential to accomplish the operation

.

At the discretion of the FSDO, the 3

- day notification may be waived. Justification of the exception to the 3

- day requirement is needed.

Microsoft acknowledges that prior to the beginning of any filming operations, the plan of activities must be accepted by the FAA.

I. Permission to Operate

Before any flight operation is conducted at less than 500 feet under the provisions of the certificate of waiver and this Manual, the operator w ill obtain permission to conduct these operations from property owners and local officials as necessary or appropriate. Persons from whom permission may be required are listed below:

1) Property owners

2) Law enforcement officials

3) Fire department officials

4) Loca l, state and federal government

The Microsoft personnel obtaining such permission will do so in writing whenever practical; however, verbal permission is acceptable otherwise. A standard permission form is provided in Appendix A and may be used when obtaining written permission. Written permission forms will be maintained at the job site until flight operations are completed, and then turned over to

Microsoft to be kept on file for a minimum of six (6) months. These forms will be made available for inspection by the FAA or other official personnel upon request.

### Page 8 of 11 J. Security

Prior to any flight operation, the operator will coordinate with appropriate production personnel to devise a plan of securing the area(s) of operation from all unauthorized persons, vehicles and aircraft. Provisions will be made to immediately discontinue operations should the area(s) become unsecured or for any other reason in the interest of safety.

K. Briefing of Pilots and Production Personnel

Prior to the st art of any operation under the provisions of this Manual, the pilot in command will conduct a briefing of all procedures to participating personnel of the risks involved, emergency procedures, and safeguards to be following during the filming production ev ent. Personnel will also be briefed on any additional provisions that may be issued by the local FSDO, including the location of boundaries or any other time limits.

L. Certification/Airworthiness

Prior to any flight operation, the pilot in command will cond uct a pre

- flight inspection in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) parts 43 and 91 and applicable operating limitations. The pre

- flight inspection will account for all potential discrepancies, e.g., inoperable components, items or equipment. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the sUAS, the aircraft will be prohibited from operation until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the sUAS is found to be in a

condition for safe fl ight.

Microsoft will follow the sUAS manufacturer’s maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inpsection and life limit requirements for the aircraft and aircraft components. Each sUAS operated under this exemption will comply with all manufacturer safety bulle tins.

The aircraft to be used may be certificated in any CAT, including experimental, provided the requirements of 14 CFR part 91, §§ 91.7, 91.9, and 91.203 are met.

M. Pilot Personnel

— Minimum Requirements

The pilot in command will hold either an airline t ransport, commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC will also hold a current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal Government. The PIC also will meet the flight review requirements specified in 14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.

N. Limitations

Aircraft operations shall conform with the limitations set forth in Microsoft ’s request for a limited exemption, dated September 29 , 2015

.

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

### Page 9 of 11 The aircraft will not be operated during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1.

O. Communications

Prior to the start of any operation covered by this Manual, the pilot in command will formulate a plan to provide communications capability to all participants during the actual operation and filming. Oral, visual or radio communications may be used as long as it is effective and is capable of keeping the participants continuously appr ised of the current status of the operation.

P. Accident Notification

Should an accident or incident requiring notification of the NTSB occur, the operator would immediately notify the NTSB pursuant to 49 CFR § 830 and take steps to preserve and protect

the accident scene.

Q. Recall/Stop Procedures

Radio communication, oral, visual or a combination will be utilized to keep the pa rticipants continuously apprised of the current status of operation.

R. Aerobatic Competency

If the filming operations require the issuance of FAA Form 8710

- 7, see Volume 5, Chapter 9, Section 1, Issue/Renew/Rescind a Statement of Acrobatic Competency.

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## Appendix A

Microsoft Corporation Permission to Conduct Operations Form

In signing this form, I am giving Microsoft Corporation permission to operate its aircraft at less than 500 feet from property, or, in some jurisdiction in which I am responsible for or affiliated with, for the purpose of film or television production.

Name:

____________________________

Title:

____________ ________________

Location:

____________________________

Date of Operation:

____________________________

Basis of Authority to Grant Permission:

__________________________________________ ____________________________

Signature:

____________________________

Date:

____________________________

Microsoft Representative Receiving Permission:

________________________________________

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## Appendix B

Microsoft Corporation List of Approved Aircraft

Make and Model Type Weight

1 DJI Phantom 3 Quad

- rotor 3 lbs. (inclusive of camera and battery)