June 9, 2015

Exemption No. 11786

Regulatory Docket No. FAA–2015–0995

Ms. Tabitha Femmer

President

Viznu, LLC.

204 Stonington Drive

Lafayette, LA 70503

Dear Ms. Femmer:

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 2, 2015, you (hereinafter petitioner or operator) petitioned the Federal 

Aviation Administration (FAA) for an exemption. The petitioner requested to operate an 

unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to conduct aerial photos and videos of real estate listings.

See Appendix A for the petition submitted to the FAA describing 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 and a DJI Spreading Wings 

S1000.

The petitioner requested relief from 14 CFR part 21, Certification procedures for products 

and parts, Subpart H—Airworthiness Certificates. In accordance with the statutory criteria 

provided in Section 333 of Public Law 112−95 in reference to 49 U.S.C. § 44704, and in 

consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the 
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aircraft and its operation, the Secretary of Transportation has determined that this aircraft 

meets the conditions of Section 333. Therefore, the FAA finds that the requested relief from 

14 CFR part 21 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 collection1. The FAA has issued grants of 

exemption in circumstances similar in all material respects to those presented in your petition. 

In Grants of Exemption Nos. 11062 to Astraeus Aerial (see Docket No. FAA−2014−0352), 

11109 to Clayco, Inc. (see Docket No. FAA−2014−0507), 11112 to VDOS Global, LLC (see

Docket No. FAA−2014−0382), and 11213 to Aeryon Labs, 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 petitioner 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 interest.

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

 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, Tabitha Femmer 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 is subject to the conditions and limitations listed below.

Conditions and Limitations

In this grant of exemption, Tabitha Femmer 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 (particulate measurement, etc.), or any other gathering of data by 

instruments aboard the UA.
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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 and 

DJI Spreading Wings S1000 when weighing 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 

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 maintains VLOS 

capability. The VO 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 

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 this 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 

limitations 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 operator may update or revise its operating documents. It is the 

operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised 
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documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The 

operator must also present updated 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 FAA’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 operation 

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 must 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 is 

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 components, 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 Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal 

government. The PIC must also 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. 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 

maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC 
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qualification flight hours and currency must 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 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 operations may only be conducted during dedicated training 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 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 flight 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 symbol 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 the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return to a 

pre-determined location within the private or controlled-access property.

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

20. The PIC is prohibited 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 shall be conducted in accordance with an ATO-issued COA. The 

exemption holder may apply for a new or amended COA if it intends to conduct 

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) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must 

be as large as practicable.
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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 nonparticipating 

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 remain 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 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 must be reported 

to the FAA'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.
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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 Standards 

District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the area 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 phone number of the operator for the 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 UAS;

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

e. Name and certificate 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 

essential 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.

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

Sincerely,

/s/

John S. Duncan

Director, Flight Standards Service

Enclosures
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April 02, 2015

U. S. Department of Transportation

Docket Management System

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE

Washington, DC 20590

Re: Exemption Request Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act of the Federal Aviation Regulations from 14

C.F.R. 45.23(b); 14 C.F.R. Part 21; 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a)&(b); 91.7(a); 91.9(b) (2); 91.103(b); 91.109;

119.121; 91.151(a); 91.203(a)&(b); 91.405(a); 91.407(a) (1); 91.409(a) (2); 91.417(a)&(b)

Dear Sir or Madam,

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the Reform 

Act) and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, I, Tabitha Femmer, an owner and operator of Small 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems “(sUAS”) equipped to conduct aerial photos and videos of 

real estate listings, hereby applies for an exemption from the listed Federal Aviation 

Regulations (“FARs”) to allow commercial operation of my sUASs, so long as such 

operation is conducted within and under the conditions outlined herein or as may be 

established by the FAA as required by Section 333.

As described herein I, Tabitha Femmer, am the owner of VIZNU, LLC which services 

the real estate industry in Louisiana and an affiliate member of the Realtor Association 

of Acadiana; experienced in flying hobby helicopters for recreational purposes. I have 

added a hobby grade quad-copter1 UAS to my inventory equipped with a GoPro4+

Black camera with intent for aerial videography/cinematography to enhance

academic community awareness for those individuals and companies unfamiliar with 

the geographical layout of the Acadiana and Baton Rouge area, and augment real

estate listing videos; following exemption and approval by the FAA. Thereby

enhancing their academic research experience for the Acadiana area. I plan to add a

second quad-copter2 to my inventory in the future with comparable safety capabilities.

I have flown small ultra light weight, unmanned (piloted by remote control) for over two

(2) years without incident. Committed to safety with each flight. My, Tabitha Femmer's,

exemption request would permit operation of ultra light weight, unmanned (piloted by

remote control) and comparatively inexpensive UAS(s) in tightly controlled and limited

airspace.3 Predetermined in areas away from general public, airports, heliports and 

vehicular traffic for community videos, and within property boundaries for individual

homeowner real estate listing videos/photos. Currently, similar lightweight, remote

controlled UAS's are legally operated by unmonitored amateur hobbyists with no

safety plan or controls in place to prevent catastrophe. I, Tabitha Femmer, have

personally instilled safety
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1 Appendix A – Phantom quad-copter Operator Manual 2 Appendix B – S1000 Octocopter Operator Manual 3 Appendix C – Lafayette and Baton Rouge 5 mile airport radius maps
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protocols and controls4 to avoid and prevent public hazard, as well as manned aircraft

hazards/catastrophe. This will act to further safety protocols exclusive to lightweight

UAS's specific to real estate video and photography usage as I, Tabitha Femmer,

record flight data and other information gained through permitted flight operations to

share with the FAA through any required FAA reports to assist with future protocol and

safety regulation.

Granting my, Tabitha Femmer’s, request comports with the Secretary of

Transportation’s (FAA Administrator’s) responsibilities and authority to not only integrate

UAS's into the national airspace system, but to “...establish requirements for the safe

operation of such aircraft systems [UAS's] in the national airspace system” under

Section 333(c) of the Reform Act specific to the use of UAS's for

residential/commercial photography and video shoots and real

estate/Realtor purposes. Further I, Tabitha Femmer, will conduct my operations in

compliance with the protocols described herein or as otherwise established by the FAA.

For the reasons stated below I, Tabitha Femmer, respectfully request the grant of an

exemption allowing me to operate ultra light weight, remote controlled UAS’s for

academic community awareness to benefit/stimulate attraction to the Lafayette and 

Baton Rouge areas and to enhance real estate listing videos for homeowners who

cannot afford expensive manned aircraft for the same purpose. Both of which will

promote local economic growth through increased employment and increased tax

base. Both with public safety in mind by keeping heavier manned aircraft containing

combustible fuel that poses potential public hazard. If I can provide any additional 

information to assist your understanding or review of this document, please do not 

hesitate to contact me at 337-258-1753 or via email at Tabitha@viznu.com.

I. Contact Information:

Tabitha Femmer, President

Viznu, LLC.

204 Stonington Dr.

Lafayette, LA 70503

Mobile: (337) 258-1753

Email: Tabitha@Viznu.com

II. The Specific Sections of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations From

Which Tabitha Femmer Requests Exemption are:

14 CFR 21;

14 C.F.R. 45.23(b);

14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b);

14 C.F.R. 91, et seq.;

14 CFR 407 (a) (1);

14 CFR 409 (a) (2); and,

14 CFR 417 (a) & (b).
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4 Appendix D - Personal Protocols and Controls
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III. The Extent of relief Tabitha Femmer seeks and the Reason She Seeks Such

Relief:

I, Tabitha Femmer, submit this application in accordance with the Reform Act, 112 P.L.

95 §§ 331-334, seeking relief from any currently applicable FARs operating to prevent

me, Tabitha Femmer, contemplated commercial cinematic, academic and other flight

operations within the national airspace system. The Reform Act in Section 332 provides

for such integration of civil unmanned aircraft systems into our national airspace system

as it is in the public’s interest to do so. My, Tabitha Femmer’s, ultra light weight UAS

meets the definition of “small unmanned aircraft” as defined in Section 331 and

therefore the integration of my ultra light weight UAS is expressly contemplated by the

Reform Act. I would like to operate my ultra light weight UAS prior to the time period by

which the Reform Act requires the FAA to promulgate rules governing such craft.

Thereby, providing direct experience and valuable information for formal regulation that

can be administered uniformly to all real estate related UAS aerial video and

photography. The Reform Act guides the Secretary in determining the types of UAS's

that may operate safely in our national airspace system. Considerations include: The

weight, size, speed and overall capabilities of the UAS's; Whether the UAS will be

operated near airports or heavily populated areas; and, Whether the UAS will be

operated by line of sight. 112 P.L. 95 § 333 (a). Each of these items reflect in favor of an

exemption for me, Tabitha Femmer. My UAS utilizes four (4) counter-rotating propellers

for balance, control and stability. My UAS is equipped with GPS and auto return safety

technology. Weighing less than five (5) pounds (far below the maximum 55 pound limit);

including GoPro with gimbal.

I, Tabitha Femmer, considers safety as foremost with each flight. My small unmanned

aircraft is designed to hover in place via GPS and operate in less than a 24 knot (15

mph) wind. For safety, stability and fear of financial loss I will not fly in winds exceeding

16 kph (10 mph). Built in safety systems include a GPS mode that allows my UAS to

hover in place when radio controls are released. With three modes to choose from, I

utilize the Fail Safe Mode5 for aerial videography/photography. This is the safest,

most reliable and stable mode to prevent accident and hazard. When pilot

communication is lost UAS is designed slowly descend to point of take off. I do not

operate my UAS near

airports, Hospitals nor Police heliports, and do not operate near areas where general

public is within fifty to one hundred (50-100) yards depending on location, conditions

and weather. I am constantly on alert for any manned aircraft (Police/Medical

helicopters, etc.) and prepared to land/abort immediately to the nearest and safest

ground point should a manned aircraft approach my location or I suspect manned

aircraft may approach near my location. My UAS is capable of vertical and horizontal

operations, and are flown only within my line of sight of me, as the remote control pilot.

Utilizing battery power rather than combustible fuels, flights generally last between three

(3) to seven (7) minutes, with an altitude under one hundred fifty (150) feet. I, Tabitha

5 Fail Safe Mode includes safe circle for operation, position hold, self-leveling, altitude command, GPS, return home feature, and
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safety control to return home or land in the event of communication interruption between RC transmitter and UAS. See Appendix A

- Operator Manual
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Femmer, utilize a fresh fully charged battery with each flight as a safety precaution; full

flight time limit for each battery is nine (9) to twelve (12) minutes as tested. I do not

operate my UAS at or below manufacture recommend minimum charge levels for

operation; preferring to remain well within a safe operating range to insure adequate

communication between radio control and UAS to eliminate potential for crash, loss of

control or hazard. Reserve batteries are at hand with each exercise to insure

replacement for sufficient safe level of operation. I do not believe in taking risk that may

cause a crash, that could create hazard to the public/property/manned aircraft, and

have no desire to lose an investment. I have clocked numerous practice flights in

remote areas as a hobbyist simulating flights for future commercial use to gain

familiarization with the characteristics of this specific UAS's performance under different

temperature and weather conditions. I also practice computerized simulated flights to

maintain adequate skills and response reflex time. All for the sake of safety.

I, Tabitha Femmer’s, am extremely cautious when operating of my UAS/ultra light

weight unmanned aircraft and will not “create a hazard to users of the national airspace

system or the public.” 112 P.L. 95 § 333 (b). Given the small size and weight of my UAS

it falls well within Congress’s contemplated safety zone when it promulgated the Reform

Act and the corresponding directive to integrate UAS's into the national airspace

system. Tabitha Femmer’s UAS, used in hobby flight, has a demonstrable safety

record and does not pose any threat to the general public or national security.

IV. How Tabitha Femmer’s Request Will Benefit the Public As A Whole:

Aerial videography for geographical awareness and for real estate marketing has been

around for a long time through manned fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. For small

budget real estate companies and average homeowners the expense of such aerial

videography is cost prohibitive. Only large companies and high end Realtors or luxury

homeowners can afford to absorb such expense. Depriving non-luxury homeowners

and lower budget Realtors from a valuable marketing tool. Manned aircraft pose a threat

to the public through potential catastrophic crash that the Lafayette and Baton 

Rouge community has experienced in the past. Most recently, on March 16th, four 

Louisiana National Guardsmen and seven marines dies when their UH-60 aircraft 

crashed during a training exercise in the Santa Rosa Sound in Florida. This was a 

catastrophic crash where combustible fuel exploded and burned on impact. My,

Tabitha Femmer's, UAS pose no such threat since size and lack of combustible fuel

alleviates any potential threat to the public.

Congress has already proclaimed that it is in the public’s interest to integrate

commercially flown UAS's into the national airspace system, hence the passing of the

Reform Act. Granting my, Tabitha Femmer’s, exemption request furthers the public

interest through academic/visual awareness of the geographical benefits in and around

the Lafayette and Baton Rouge area. My ultra light weight UAS is battery powered

and creates no emissions that can harm the environment. The consequence of my

ultra light weight UAS crashing is far less than a full size helicopter or fixed wing

aircraft; which are heavy, contain combustible fuel and can cause catastrophic

devastation to the public.
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The public’s interest is furthered by minimizing ecological and crash threat by permitting

aerial video/photo capture through my battery operated ultra light weight UAS's.

Permitting me, Tabitha Femmer, to immediately fly within national air space furthers

economic growth. Granting my exemption request substantially furthers the economic

impact for the Lafayette and Baton Rouge community for companies looking to relocate

or build in the Lafayette and Baton Rouge areas as well as individuals looking to

relocate for career advancement through academic and geographical awareness.

Both of which serve as a stimulus to the community.

V. Reasons Why Tabitha Femmer’s Exemption Will Not Adversely Affect Safety

Or How The Exemption Will Provide a Level of Safety At Least Equal To Existing

Rule:

My, Tabitha Femmer’s, exemption will not adversely affect safety. Quite the contrary,

for the reasons stated permitting me, Tabitha Femmer, to log more flight time in FAA

controlled airspace, with communication with the FAA, will allow me to contribute to the

innovation and implementation of new and novel, as of yet undiscovered safety

protocols for Realtors or Marketing companies that can be embraced by the NAR6,

RAA7, and GBRA8 for development in cooperation with the FAA. In addition I, Tabitha 

Femmer, submit the following representations of enhancements to current aerial

videography and photography for real estate:

My UAS weighs less than 5 pounds complete with a small ultra light weight high

quality GoPro 4 camera;

I only operate my UAS below 200 feet9 (well within the 400 foot permissible

ceiling set by the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012);

my UAS only operate for 3-7 minutes per flight;

I land my UAS prior to manufacturer recommended minimum level of battery

power;

I pilot my UAS through remote control only by line of sight;

My UAS has GPS a flight safety feature whereby it hovers and then slowly lands

if communication with the remote control pilot is lost;

I actively analyze flight data and other sources of information to constantly

update and enhance safety protocols;

I only operate in reasonably safe environment that are strictly controlled, are

away from power lines, elevated lights, airports and actively populated areas;

I conduct extensive pre-flight inspections and protocol, during which safety

carries primary importance;

I carry out initial research of the area to ensure it does not fall within any 

restricted areas and review weather forecasts and other pertinent information to 

ensure safe flight operations;

I always obtains all necessary permissions prior to operation; and,

I have procedures in place to abort flights in the event of safety breaches or

potential danger.

6 National Association of Realtors, http://www.realtor.org/
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7 Realtor Association of Acadiana, http://www.realtoracadiana.com/ 8 Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors, http://www.gbrar.com/ 9 Blade 350 QX quad-copter altitude ceiling is 147 feet when flown in Smart mode (see Appendix A Operator Manual)
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My, Tabitha Femmer’s, safety protocols provide a level of safety equal to or exceeding

existing rules. It is important to note that absent the integration of commercial UAS into

our national airspace system, helicopters are the primary means of aerial video and

photography for community awareness and real estate. While the safety record of such

helicopters is remarkably astounding, there have been local incidents involving loss of 

life; it is far safer to operate a battery powered ultra light weight UAS.

First, the potential loss of life is diminished because UAS's carry no people on

board and I only operate my UAS in specific areas away from mass populations.

Second, there is no fuel on board a UAS and thus the potential for fire or

explosions is greatly diminished.

Third, the small size and extreme maneuverability of my UAS allow me to

remotely pilot away from and avoid hazards quickly and safely.

Lastly, given its small size and weight, even when close enough to capture

amazing images, my UAS need not be so close to the objects they are focused

on through the technology and use of post editing software allowing pan and

zoom.

Accordingly, my UAS has been experimentally operated for familiarization/competency

and will continue to operate at and above current safety levels.

VI. A Summary The FAA May Publish in the Federal Register:

A. 14 C.F.R. 21 and 14 C.F.R. 91: Airworthiness Certificates, Manuals and The Like.

14 C.F.R. 21, Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, sets forth requirements

for procurement of necessary airworthiness certificates in relation to FAR §

91.203(a)(1). The size, weight and enclosed operational area of my, Tabitha 

Femmer’s, UAS permits exemption from Part 21 because my UAS meets (and

exceeds) an equivalent level of safety pursuant to Section 333 of the Reform Act.

The FAA is authorized to exempt aircraft from the airworthiness certificate

requirement under both the Act (49 U.S.C. § 44701 (f)) and Section 333 of the

Reform Act. Both pieces of legislation permit the FAA to exempt UAS's from the

airworthiness certificate requirement in consideration of the weight, size, speed,

maneuverability and proximity to areas such as airports and dense populations. My,

Tabitha Femmer’s, current and projected UAS's meet or exceed each of the

elements.

14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) prohibits the operation of an aircraft without an airworthiness

certificate. As no such certificate will be applicable in the form contemplated by the

FARs, this Regulation is inapplicable.

14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (b) (2) requires an aircraft flight manual in the aircraft. As there are

no on board pilots or passengers, and given the size of the UAS's, this Regulation is

inapplicable. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved by maintaining a
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safety/flight manual delineating areas of where safety can be defined.10 The FAA

has previously issued exemptions to this regulation in Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737,

8738, 9299, 9299A, 9565, 9565B, 10167, 10167A, 10602, 10700 and 32827.

14 C.F.R. § 91.121 regarding altimeter settings is inapplicable insofar as my UAS utilizes

electronic global positioning systems with a barometric sensor.

14 C.F.R. § 91.203 (a) and (b) provides for the carrying of civil aircraft certifications and

registrations. They are inapplicable for the same reasons described above. The equivalent

level of safety will be achieved by maintaining any such required certifications and

registrations by me, Tabitha Femmer.

B. 14 C.F.R. § 45.23: Marking of The Aircraft.

Applicable Codes of Federal Regulation require aircraft to be marked according to

certain specifications. My UAS are, by definition, unmanned. They therefore do not

have a cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which to mark certain words or phrases. Further,

two-inch lettering is difficult to place on such small aircraft with dimensions smaller that

minimal lettering requirement. Regardless, I will mark its UASs in the largest possible

lettering by placing the word “EXPERIMENTAL” on its fuselage as required by 14 C.F.R.

§45.29 (f) so that I the pilot, or anyone assisting me as a spotter with the UAV will see

the markings. The FAA has previously issued exemptions to this regulation through

Exemptions Nos. 8738, 10167, 10167A and 10700.

C. 14 C.F.R. § 61.113: Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations: PIC.

Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. §§ 61.113 (a) & (b), private pilots are limited to non-commercial

operations. I, Tabitha Femmer, can achieve an equivalent level of safety as achieved by

current Regulations because my UAS does not carry any pilots or passengers. Further,

while helpful, a pilot license will not ensure remote control piloting skills. The risks

attended to the operation of my UAS is far less than the risk levels inherent in the

commercial activities outlined in 14 C.F.R. § 61, et seq. Thus, allowing me, Tabitha 

Femmer, to operate my UAS meet and exceed current safety levels in relation to 14

C.F.R. §61.113 (a) & (b).

D. 14 C.F.R. 91.119: Minimum Safe Altitudes.

14 C.F.R. § 91.119 prescribes safe altitudes for the operation of civil aircraft. It allows

helicopters to be operated at lower altitudes in certain conditions. My UAS will never

operate at an altitude greater than 200 AGL; safely below the standard of 400 AGL. I,

Tabitha Femmer, will however operate my UAS in safe areas away from public and

traffic, providing a level of safety at least equivalent to or below those in relation to

minimum safe altitudes. Given the size, weight, maneuverability and speed of my UAS,

an equivalent or higher level of safety will be achieved.

E. 14 C.F.R. 91.405 (a); 407 (a) (1); 409 (a) (2); 417(a) & (b): Maintenance Inspections.

10 Appendix E - Safety/Flight Manual
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The above-cited Regulations require, amongst other things, aircraft owners and

operators to “have [the] 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. . . .”

These Regulations only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. They will not,

therefore, apply to my, Tabitha Femmer's, UAS. However, as a safety precaution I inspect my

UAS before and after each flight.

A Summary The FAA May Publish in the Federal Register: A. 14 C.F.R. 21 and 14

C.F.R. 91: Airworthiness Certificates, Manuals and The Like. 14 C.F.R. 21, Subpart H,

entitled Airworthiness Certificates, sets forth requirements for procurement of necessary

airworthiness certificates in relation to FAR § 91.203(a)(1). The size, weight and

enclosed operational area of my UAS permits exemption from Part 21 because my,

Tabitha Femmer’s, UAS meets an equivalent level of safety pursuant to Section 333 of

the Reform Act. The FAA is authorized to exempt aircraft from the airworthiness

certificate requirement under both the Act (49 U.S.C. § 44701 (f)) and Section 333 of

the Reform Act. Both pieces of legislation permit the FAA to exempt UAS's from the

airworthiness certificate requirement in consideration of the weight, size, speed,

maneuverability and proximity to areas such as airports and dense populations. My

UAS meets or exceeds each of the elements. 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) prohibits the operation

of an aircraft without an airworthiness certificate. As no such certificate will be

applicable in the form contemplated by the FARs, this Regulation is inapplicable. 14

C.F.R. § 91.9 (b) (2) requires an aircraft flight manual in the aircraft. As there are no

pilots or passengers, and given the size of the UAS's, this Regulation is inapplicable. An

equivalent level of safety will be achieved by maintaining a manual. The FAA has

previously issued exemptions to this regulation in Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737, 8738,

9299, 9299A, 9565, 9565B, 10167, maintenance program that involves regular software

updates and curative measures for any damaged hardware. Therefore, an equivalent

level of safety will be achieved.

In summary, Tabitha Femmer seeks an exemption from the following

Regulations:

14 C.F.R. 21, subpart H; 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(b); 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) and (b); 14

C.F.R. § 91.405 (a); 14 C.F.R. § 91.407 (a)(1); 14 C.F.R. § 91.409 (a)(2); 14 C.F.R. §

91.409 (a ) (2); and, 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.417 (a) & (b) to commercially operate my, Tabitha 

Femmer's, small unmanned vehicle/lightweight unmanned aircraft vehicle in community

awareness and real estate operations, and to develop economic platforms for real

estate to enhance the experience of those seeking to relocate to the Lafayette and 

Baton Rouge Louisiana areas. Currently, area awareness and real estate aerial

videography/photography relies primarily on the use of larger aircraft running on

combustible fuel. Posing potential risk to the public. Granting my, Tabitha Femmer’s,

request for exemption will reduce current risk levels and thereby enhance safety. 

My UAS craft do not contain potentially yy
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explosive fuel, is smaller, lighter and more maneuverable than conventional real estate

video and photographic aircraft with much less flight time. Further, I operate at lower

altitudes and in controlled airspace eliminating potential public risk flying to and from

established air fields. I, Tabitha Femmer, have been informally analyzing flight

information and will compile safety protocols and the implementation of a flight

operations manual for real estate usage that exceeds currently accepted means and

methods for safe flight. Formal collection of information shared with the FAA will

enhance the FAA's internal efforts to establish protocols for complying with the FAA

Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. There are no personnel on board my, Tabitha 

Femmer’s, UAS and therefore the likelihood of death or serious bodily injury is

significantly diminished. My, Tabitha Femmer ’s, operation of my UAS, weighing

less than 5 pounds and travelling at lower speeds within limited areas will provide an

equivalent level of safety as that achieved under current FARs. Accordingly I, Tabitha 

Femmer, respectfully request that the FAA grant my exemption request and am willing

to cooperate in sharing information to benefit the FAA, safety of manned aircraft, and

the general public at large.

Respectfully submitted,

Tabitha Femmer, President

Viznu, LLC.

204 Stonington Drive

Lafayette, LA 70503
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Appendix A

Phantom 2 Quad Copter

Operator Manual
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PHANTOM Flying Flowchart V1.0 (Simplified Ve rsion)

This flowchart is aiming at help you to get familiar with the flying procedures of PHANTOM, please read the

Manual carefully to get the operation details. Its corresponding Firmware Version is V3.0.

FailSafe LED: Blink Yellow

Quickly

& Self-check

Green+Yellow

LED:Red+Yellow

IOC On & LED Mode +GPS Satellite

Number+6Yellow

6Yellow means warming up

If Red LED appears in the la st four

green flas hes , the autopilot s ystem

cannot work.

LED Blink

direction.

Recording

is ok.

IOC Off &

Warming up is ok.

LED Mode +GPS Satellite

Any GPS Satellite Number GPS Satellite Number 6

Important: If PHANTOM is

If it is stationary on the

ground, pleas e try the IMU

Basic Calibration.

ATTI. Mode GPS ATTI. Mode

Important: At any moment after power

on, if the GPS S atellite number is le ss

than 6 and la st for at least 10s; even

though you select the GPS ATTI. Mode

and LED blinks in the GP S ATTI. Mode,

the PHANTOM will work in ATTI. Mode.

GPS Satellite Number 6

&IOC On

LED Blink Green Quickly

Record the Home Point

Home Point

Recording is ok

GPS Satellite

Keep Leveling

&Landing

FailSafe

GPS Satellite

IOC Starting Flying GPS Satellite Number 6, in GPS ATTI. Mode,

First Leve l

Protection Alert IOC Ending

Second Leve l

Protection Alert

&Height Descent

Landed

Power off the PHANTOM, and

then switch off the transmitter

 means s electable or possible situation.

Pink Text tells the details.

Red Part means pos sible abnormal situation.

Yellow Part is possible in normal or abnormal situation,

require you to confirm by the Text for details.

Blue Part is the condition of the normal situation.

Purple Part is the condition of the abnormal situation.
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PHANTOM Quick Start Manual V1.7

For NAZA-M Firmware V3.12

& Assistant Software V2.12

Thank you for purchasing our product. Please visit the DJI website, PHANTOM section to confirm if the printed manual

is the latest one according to the manual version. If not, please download and refer to the latest manual.

Please read the entire manual strictly and follow these steps to use you product. The manual will get you ready to fly by

doing simple operations. You can get an advanced manual from DJI website to learn more about PHANTOM, for

example, configuring parameters by connecting to assistant software, changing the transmitter to Mode1, matching

frequency between the transmitter and the receiver, etc.

Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0 ) to carry out firmware upgrade and

parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version.

Note: The built-in autopilot system is NAZA-M; you can obtain the current NAZA-M Firmware Version according to the

Assistant Software. If you ever upgrade your NAZA-M Firmware, please carefully read the corresponding NAZA-M

release note and NAZA-M quick start guide.
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Content

CONTENT........................................................................................................................ 2

DISCLAIMER & WARNING .......................................................................................... 3

CAUTIONS FOR PRODUCT USE....................................................................................4

TRADEMARKS ....................................................................................................................4

BATTERY USAGE & CHARGING CAUTIONS ....................................................... 5

IN THE BOX...........................................................................................................6

REQUIRED ITEMS.............................................................................................................. 6

INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................... 7

AIRCRAFT & TRANSMITTER BASIC OPERATION.............................................. 8

BEFORE FLYING............................................................................................................ 9

FLIGHT TEST..................................................................................................................... 13

THE FLOWCHART OF FAILSAFE AND HOW TO REGAIN CONTROL..............14

LOW-VOLTAGE ALERT ............................................................................................. 15

LED DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................15

SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AIRCRAFT....................................................................16
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Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the PHANTOM. By using this product, you hereby agree to this

disclaimer and signify that you have read them fully. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE UNDER THE

AGE OF 18.

PHANTOM is an excellent flight platform offering an excellent flight experience, only if it is powered normally and in a

good working condition. Despite the PHANTOM having a built-in autopilot system and our efforts in making the

operation of the controller as safe as possible when the main power battery is connected, we strongly recommend

users to remove all propellers when calibrating and setting parameters. Make sure all connections are good, and keep

children and animals away during firmware upgrade, system calibration and parameter setup. DJI Innovations accepts

no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectly from the use of this product in the following

conditions:

1. Damage(s) or injuries incurred when users are drunk, taking drugs, drug anesthesia, dizziness, fatigue, nausea and

any other conditions no matter physically or mentally that could impair your ability.

2. Damage(s) or injuries caused by subjective intentional operations.

3. Any mental damage compensation caused by accident.

4. . Failure to follow the guidance of the manual to assemble or operate.

5. Malfunctions caused by refit or replacement with non-DJI accessories and parts.

6. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using third party products or fake DJI products.

7. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mis-operation orsubjective mis-judgment.

8. Damage(s) or injuries caused by mechanical failures due to erosion, aging.

9. Damage(s) or injuries caused by continued flying after low- voltage protection alert istriggered.

10. . Damage(s) or injuries caused by knowingly flying the aircraft in abnormal condition (such as water, oil, soil,

sand and other unknown material ingress into the aircraft or the assembly is not completed, the main components

have obvious faults, obvious defect or missing accessories).

11. Damage(s) or injuries caused by flying in the following situations such as the aircraft in magnetic interference area,

radio interference area, government regulated no-fly zones or the pilot isin backlight, blocked, fuzzy sight, and

poor eyesight is not suitable for operating and other conditions not suitable for operating.

12. Damage(s) or injuries caused by using in bad weather, such as a rainy day or windy (more than moderate breeze),

snow, hail, lightning,tornadoes, hurricanes etc.

13. Damage(s) or injuries caused when the aircraft isin the following situations: collision,fire, explosion,floods,

tsunamis,subsidence, ice trapped, avalanche, debris flow, landslide, earthquake, etc.

14. Damage(s) or injuries caused by infringement such as any data, audio or video material recorded by the use of

aircraft.

15. Damage(s) or injuries caused by the misuse of the battery, protection circuit, RC model and battery chargers.

16. Other losses that are not covered by the scope of DJI Innovations liability.
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1. Before use of the product, please accept some flight training (Using a simulator to practice flying, getting

instruction from a professional person, etc.).

2. Check that all parts of the multi-rotor are in good condition before flight. Do not fly with aging or broken parts.

3. Check that the propellers and the motors are installed correctly and firmly before flight. Make sure the rotation

direction of each propeller is correct. Do not get close to or even touch the working motors and propellers to

avoid serious injury.

4. Do not over load the multi-rotor (should be less than 1200g).

5. Make sure that the transmitter battery and flight battery are fully charged.

6. Try to avoid interference between the remote control transmitter and other wireless equipment.

7. Make sure to switch on the transmitter first, then power on the multi-rotor before takeoff! Power off the

multi-rotor first, then switch off the transmitter after landing!

8. The fast rotating propellers of PHANTOM will cause serious damage and injury. Always fly the multi-rotor 3m or

above away from you and unsafe conditions, such as obstacles, crowds, high-voltage lines, etc. FLY

RESPONSIBLY.

9. All parts must be kept out of the reach of children to avoid CHOKE HAZARD; if a child accidentally swallows any

part you should immediately seek medical assistance.

10. Please always keep the compass module away from the magnet. Otherwise it may damage the compass module

and lead the aircraft to work abnormally or even be out of control.

11. DO NOT use the PHANTOM transmitter (receiver) with the other third party remote control equipment.

12. Make sure to use the NAZA-M assistant software of 2.0 version (or above 2.0 ) to carry out firmware upgrade

and parameter configuration. DO NOT use the NAZA-M assistant software bellow 2.0 version.

13. Thebuilt-inESCsofPHANTOMONLYsupport 3S(11.1V)powersupply.

14. ONLY use the DJI original motor and 8-inch propeller.

15. If you want to put the PHANTOM in a car, please keep it away from the speaker, since the compass module may

bemagnetized.

16. DO NOT use the magnetic screwdriver. Otherwise, keep the screwdriver at least 10cm away from the compass

module, to avoid magnetic interference.

17. If you use your own equipment(for example: GoPro3), please make sure the WiFi function is disabled, to avoid

the interference on the transmitter, which may cause the PHANTOM to FailSafe, crack and or even to fly away.

18. For Mac user, please install Windows Parallel to run assistant software.

If you have any problem you cannot solve during installation, please contact a DJI Authorized Dealer.

DJI and PHANTOM are registered trademarks of DJI Innovations. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this

manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are

copyrighted by DJI Innovations with all rights reserved. No part of this product or manual shall be reproduced in any

form without the prior written consent or authorization of DJI Innovations. No patent liability is assumed with respect to

the use of the product or information contained herein.

Cautions for Product Use

Please check the following steps carefully every time before flight.
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1. Do not put the battery into water; store the battery in a cool and dry environment.

2. Only use the correctly specified batteries

3. Batteries must be kept out of the reach of children; if a child accidentally swallows the battery you should

immediately seek medical assistance.

4. . Do not use or store the battery near fire.

5. Battery should be charged with proper standard charger.

6. Do not connect the battery reversed in positive and negative terminals in the charger or equipment.

7. Do not connect the battery directly to the wall plugs or vehicle-mounted socket.

8. Do not put the battery into a fire or heat the battery.

9. Do not let the battery terminals (+and-) touch together to cause short-circuit.

10. Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects.

11. Do not hit or throw the battery.

12. Do not weld the battery terminals together.

13. Do not drive a nail in, hit with a hammer, or stomp on the battery.

14. Do not disassemble or alter the battery.

15. Do not use or store the battery in extreme heat environments, such as direct sunlight or in the car in hot weather.

Otherwise, the battery will overheat, may cause fire (or self-ignite), this will affect the performance of the battery,

shorten the service life of the battery.

16. Do not use the battery in strong electrostatic areas, otherwise the electronic protection may be damaged which

may cause a hazard.

17. If you get the battery electrolyte leakage into your eyes, don't rub, first wash your eyes with clean water then seek

medical assistance immediately. If not handled in a timely manner, eyes could be damaged.

18. Do not use the battery when it emits an odour, high temperature, deformation, change in colour or other

abnormal phenomena; if the battery is in use or charging, you should stop charging or using immediately.

19. If the battery terminal gets dirty, please clean it with a dry cloth before using. Otherwise it will cause a poor

contact, thus causing energy loss or inability to charge.

20 . Discarded battery could lead to a fire; you should completely discharge the battery and wrap the output terminal

with insulating tape before discarding.

21. DO NOT drain the battery of phantom or leave the battery plugged into the PHANTOM when unused. When

there is low voltage alert please landing timely to avoid damages to the battery or others.

Battery Usage & Charging Cautions
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In the Box

Aircraft Transmitter

Landing Gear

(withCompassModule)

Frame for Camera Propellers Assistant Wrench

USB Cable ScrewPackage (M3x6) Accessory

5#AABatteries
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The PHANTOM is an all-in-one small Quad Copter designed for multi-rotor enthusiasts. Before shipping from the

factory, it has been configured and fully tested, which means you have no configuration to do.

Built-in

NAZA-M Autopilot System

(Refer to NAZA-M manualfor details)

GPS& Compass Module

R/CReceiver

Power System for Flight

 LED Indicator

 USB Interface

(in the Battery Compartment)

Function

 ATTI./GPS ATTI. Mode

 Intelligent Orientation Control

 Enhanced Fail-Safe

 Low-Voltage Alert

Camera Frame (For GoPro)

Takeoff Weight:<1200g

Working Frequency: 2.4GHz ISM

 Control Channel Numbers of Transmitter: 7

CommunicationDistance: 1000m

Receiver Sensitivity(1%PER):
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Aircraft&TransmitterBasicOperation

Definitions

Stick neutral position and stick released means the stick of Transmitter is pushed to the central position.

Command Stick means the stick of Transmitter is pushed away from the central position.

Aircraft

Transmitter
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Before Flying

Please use the full charged battery of 3S LiPo.

(Recommended parameters: 733496 - 2200MAH-20C

Open the battery compartment cover of the Transmitter.

Install 4x AA battery (5#) in accordance with the + /- pole.

3. Close the battery compartment cover of the Transmitter.

Installing theTransmitterBatteries

DO NOT use the PHANTOM transmitter (receiver) with the other third party remote control equipment.

Risk of explosion ifreplaced by an incorrect type.

Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Remove the batteries after use.

batteries.

Battery Charging LiPo Battery
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If the GPS ATTI. Mode is desired, you must first mount the landing gear which contains the Compass Module.

1. Prepare the aircraft and the landing gear.

2. Mount the landing gear with the Compass Module to the right part (shown as the following chart); make sure the

5-pin cable is through the hole of the landing gear. Fix the landing gear with screws (M3x6), and then connect the

5-pin cable to the Compass Module.

3. Mount the other landing gear to the left part.

4. . Fix the antenna and the 5-pin cable on both landing gear by using the white adhesive tape.

Landing Gear Mounting Compass Module Connecting

Mount the Landing Gear with the Compass Module if Required

When flying, please make sure the compass module isstationary and firm.

If the Landing Gear with the compass module mount on has been deformed, please replace it with a new one and

mount it as the procedures above.

The compass module is not waterproof, and not anti-oil.

DO NOT use the magnetic screwdriver. Otherwise, keep the screwdriver at least 10cm away from the compass

module, to avoidmagnetic interference.

Turn on the Transmitter

Set the IOC and Control Mode switch to the top position.

Turn on the power switch of the Transmitter
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Place the aircraft on the ground

Open the battery compartment cover of the aircraft.

Put the battery into the compartment with the power cord facing outward.

4. 

5. Keep the sticks of the Transmitter and the Aircraft stationary until the system start and self-check has finished

).

6. Put the power cable into the battery compartment.

7. Close the battery compartment cover.

8. The LED may blink Yellow 4 times quickly ( ). Start motor is disable during LED blinking Yellow 4 times

), as the system is warming up.

Power on the Aircraft

Please contact your dealer

the last four green flashes) in the Step5.

(Red LED appears in

After the system start and self-checking has finished, if the LED blinks Red, Yellow and Green continually, that

means the IMU data is abnormal. The PHANTOM will not work, please connect to the Assistant Software and

follow the tips to do operation. If it blinks red and yellow lights alternately ( ), that means the

compass error is too big, it can be caused by the following three cases. Please connect to the Assistant Software,

There are ferromagnetic substance around; first make sure that the compass has been calibrated correctly, you

can lift the aircraft up (about 1m from the ground), and stay away from the surrounding possible ferromagnetic

material object, if there is no red and yellow flashing after lifting it up about 1m from the ground, then it will not

affect the flight.

The compass module had been put near a magnet; in this situation please timely replace the compass for a new

one, otherwise it will lead to some abnormal action, or even loss of control.

The compass is not properly calibrated; in this situation please calibrate the compass correctly again, please see

the GPS compass calibration for details.
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If the Compass Module is not used, you can skip this step.

The GPS module has a built-in magnetic field sensor for measuring the geomagnetic field, which is not the same in

different areas. The GPS module will not work unless the Compass Module has been connected. Make sure the

Compass Module connections are correct.

Please always keep the compass module away from the magnet. If this situation occurs please change the compass

module before flying. Otherwise it may damage the compass module and lead the aircraft to work abnormally or even

be out of control.

Calibrate the compass before the first flight or when flying in a different area. Make sure to keep away from

ferromagnetic substance and other electronic equipment when calibrating or flying. If you keep having calibration

failure, it might suggest that there is magnetic interference or other ferromagnetic substance, please avoid flying in this

area.

If you have calibration failure or the LED blinks red and yellow lights alternately ( ), please connect to

T

1. Quickly switch the control mode switch from to

and back to for 6 to 10 times, The LED indicator will turn

to constantlyyellow.

2. Rotate your aircraft around the horizontal axis (about 360 o) until the LED

changes to constant green, and then go to the next step.

3. Hold your aircraft vertically and rotate it (its nose is downward) around the

vertical axis (about 360 o) until the LED turns off, meaning the calibration is

finished.

4. . If the calibration was successful, calibration mode will exit automatically. If

the calibration has failed, the LED keeps flashing quickly Red. Switch the

control mode switch one time to cancel the calibration, and then re-start from

step 1.

GPS ATTI. Mode

ATTI. Mode

ATTI.Mode->GPS ATTI.Mode ->

ATTI.Mode is one time

GPS &Compass Calibration
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FLYING NOTES

If in GPS ATTI. Mode, place the aircraft in an open space without buildings or trees. Take off the aircraft

after 6 or more GPS satellites are found (Red LED blinks once or no blinking). If in ATTI. Mode, you can skip

thisstep.

Place the aircraft 3 meters away from you and others, to avoid accidental injury.

3. Start-up

 Switch on the transmitter first, then power on multi-rotor! Keep the aircraft stationary until the system

start and self-check hasfinished.

Please wait for the system to warm up gradually with the LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly (

should not start the motors until the blinking disappears.

Keep the aircraft stationary, and execute the CSC to start the motors.

 Release the yaw, roll and pitch sticks and keep them at the neutral position, at the same time raise the

throttle stick from the bottom. The motors will stop if you do not push the throttle stick from the bottom

within 3 sec and you will need to re-start the motors.

Keep raising the throttle stick until all the rotors are working, push the throttle stick to the mid position

and then take-off your multi-rotor gently, pay attention not to push the stick excessively.

Pay attention to the aircraft movement at any time, and use the sticks to adjust the aircraft's position.

Keep the yaw, roll, pitch and throttle sticks at the mid position to hover the aircraft at desired height.

4. Lower the aircraft slowly until touch down is achieved. The motors willstop automatically after 3 seconds, or

you can repeat the start-up stick command to stop the motors sooner.

5. Please always power off the aircraft first, and then switch off the transmitter after landing.

FlightTest
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1. Please make sure to record the home-point during flight, and clearly know where it is.

2. During go-home the nose direction of the aircraft is facing toward the home-point, and the aircraft is

flying directly from the current position to the home-point.

The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control

An introduction of Go-Home and Landing.

Home-point: Every time you power on, after first motors start, and if 6 or more GPS satellites are found (Red light blinks

once or no blinking) for 10 seconds, the current position of multi-rotor will be saved as home-point by MC automatically.

Record Home Point Stay hover

Home Point

Tx Tx

Ground

2 3

Ready to Go-Home Current location > 20m

first Hover 15s, then land

20m

Tx Tx Current location 20 m Tx

4 5 6
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Low-Voltage Alert is to indicate that the battery cannot provide enough power for the aircraft, in order to warn

you to land the aircraft ASAP. There are both first level and second level protections. It is not for fun, you should

land your aircraft ASAP to prevent your aircraft from crashing or other harmful consequences!!!

InATTI.Mode&GPSATTI.Mode.

The first level protection has LED warning.

During second level protection the aircraft will land automatically with LED warning. Meanwhile the center

point of throttle stick will move up slowly to 90 % of endpoint, you should land ASAP to prevent your aircraft

from crashing! When the center point is at 90% of endpoint, aircraft willstill ascend slowly if you continue to

pull the throttle stick, and the control of Pitch, Roll and Yaw are the same as before.

Configure the FailSafe function in the assistant software -

instruction thoroughly and carefully.

and read the

Configure the Low-Voltage Alert function in the assistant software -

read the instruction thoroughly and carefully.

and

GPSSignal State Indicator

System Status

System start and self-check

IMU abnormal data

Warm up after power on

Bias of Sensors too Big

Compass Error too Big

Tx signal lost

Low Voltage Alert

Record forward direction or home point

ManualMode:None

Control Mode Indictor

GPSMode:

(stick(s) not at center

(stick(s) not at center

( stick(s) not at center
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ESC Sound Introduction

ESC State Sound

Ready 1234567

Throttle stick is not at bottom

Inputsignal abnormal B--------B--------

Input voltage abnormal BB---BB---BB---

Transmitter State Introduction

Specifications ofthe Aircraft

Parameters Range

Operating Temperature -10°C ~ 50°C

Power Consumption 3.12W

Supported Battery ONLY 3S LiPo

Take-off Weight <1200g

Hovering Accuracy (GPSMode) Vertical:±0.8m.Horizontal:±2.5m

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 20 0 °/s

MaxTiltAngle 35°

Max Ascent / Descent Speed 6m/s

Max Flight Velocity 10m/s

Diagonal distance (motor center to motor center) 350mm

Weight

Weight(with Battery)

670 g

80 0 g

Calibration or others error

TransmitterState

turning on may alarm.

Linking between the Transmitter and the Receiver

NormalOperation

Low-battery Alert (Need to change the battery)
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Due to the used enclosure material, the device shall only be connected to a USB Interface of version 2.0 or higher. The

connection to so called power USB is prohibited.

CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED

BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

Hereby, DJI Innovations Corporation declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and

other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

FCC Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device

may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged

to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CE Statement