To whom it may concern,

My name is Philippe Boss and I’m currently 23 years old. Since the age of six, I have flown model airplanes without a single personnel injury. I always knew that model airplanes would eventually grow into the current growing drone industry. In June 2014 I graduated from the prestigious Embry Riddle Aeronautica l University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Aeronautics and a minor in Unmanned Aerial Systems. During my sophomore year of college I had the opportunity of obtaining a Private Pilot’s L icense which I achieved in six months. Also, I commissioned as a Seco nd Lieutenant into the United States Army Reserve. Upon commissioning I began applying for jobs to include Police departments and other organizations that are focusing on Unmanned Aerial Systems applications. During my college duration I had the opportun ity to receive approximately 20 flight hours in the MQ- 9 Predator flight simulator. While spending two years studying the new and exciting technology and ap plications associated with UAV’s I had the opportunity to study the current laws, the FAA transform ation to include UAV’s into the airspace and specific UAV types and capabilities . Through my research I have gathered the understanding that UAV operations for commercial use are currently prohibited. However, I understand that certain organizations such as Amazon have received specific Certificates to allow them to begin researching, and eventually use UAV’s for commercial use. I also understand that the FAA will monitor everything that is happening (flight hours, malfunctions, etc.) . According to Sectio n 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 the use of certain UAV applications that will not cause harm or safety concerns to the public is authorized without certification. The day I began learning and training with UAV’s I knew I wanted to b e part of this fast - growing and exciting new aviation industry. I understand at the age of 23 I have little life experience that would make starting a commercial UAV business nearly impossible. However, throughout my life I have preserved to become an ho norable soldier and Eagle Scout. I have obtained a secret security clearance and a concealed weapons permit that displays I have the responsibility of someday operation a UAV throughout the air space for commercial purposes. This section will explain my v ision, goals and ideas behind my UAV desires. Vision - It is my vision that I can successfully create a UAV business that would allow me to photograph/videotape an area and create a video. What is the purpose behind the video? The video can be edited to the liking of each company and uploaded onto their website for promotional purposes. For example, a realtor is in the business of selling houses. When a person wants to buy a house they contact a realtor in hopes to see different lands and areas of inter est. However, sometimes people have difficulty finding time to drive to a property and physically inspect the area. With my services, the realtor can hire me and my drone to videotape the property of the house, the neighborhood with aerial photography, t he size of the property, etc. The realtor saves time/money, the buyer saves time/money and the ultimate cost of my service is minimal. Another example would be making an aerial video for promotional purposes of a boat party on the lake. The simplicity o f uploading the video would attract several companies. A car dealership with the interest of making a commercial video to display on T.V.always loses an extraordinary amount of money. Renting a helicopter, the cost of fuel and the man

hours will add up financially. However, with my company vision I could present the same concept of making a video with the fraction of the cost. Furthermore, making most of the videos used for promotional concepts will be recorded over areas where personnel injury is highl y unlikely. Videoing an area for the above mentioned realtor will most likely occur over a piece of land where no humans are present. Goals - My goal for this company is to have the ability of offering aerial video making capabilities to any company who w ants to make promotional videos for a reasonable price. Also, it is my hopes that with this privilege I will have the opportunity to work alongside the FAA to increase safety of UAV’s, community trust, and increasing proficiency in the national airspace w ith UAV’s and manned aircraft. Ideas - Currently the concept of the company is aerial video making for companies to use for commercial or promotional purposes. Below is a list of applications that I have compiled to give an inside look into the hopes for this company.
 Realtors for property videoing (area and location of property)  Skiing events (UAV had great success in the 2014 winter Olympics)  Wakeboarding competitions/practice
- Helicopters cannot fly close enough to give wakeboarders a close look into th eir techniques to better their performance  Weddings -Aerial videoing will be the new thing  Car dealership lot commercials  House fires - hot spots  Boat parties on the lake  Boat shows  Sports events  And many more I’m writing this letter in hopes of becoming an entrepreneur in the future and being able to offer UAV services to several companies. I unde rstand this idea is far-fetched, however I truly believe this is the first step of something that could change every industry in the future. I hope that this letter will reach the right person so that I can begin a company like no other. With my background in aviation, experience and determination I know that this is achievable! I’m deeply appreciative that this idea is being considered. Please understand that I will do everything necessary to eventually start this company! Please contact me any time with any information in relevance to this request. Th ank you very much for your timeSincerely,

Philippe Boss Philippe.a.boss@gmail.com (704) 942 - 1074