# Pierluigi Lanciotti 104 Windchase Dr, Lafayette, La 70508 Lancioair@yahoo.com 337-356-1854

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# Exemption Request Pursuant To Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act of 2012



# Dear Sir or Madam, I, Pierluigi Lanciotti, am writing pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Refonn Act of 2012 and the procedures contained within 14 C.F.R. 11, to respectfully request that I, owner and operator of a DJI Phantom 3, a small lightweight umnanned aircraft, be exe!npted from the Federal Aviation Regulations listed below to operate commercially for real estate photography in the NAS complying with all the restrictions, conditions and limitations set forth by your authority.

I am an active helicopter pilot with an A TP license, a Certified Flight Instructor in both Airplane and Helicopter with more than 25 years of flight experience. I'm also an RC Model Airplane and Helicopter recreational pilot and a photographer. I hold a first class medical certificate.

The Specific Sections of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations that I request exemption from, are:

• 14 CFR Part 21 subpart H;

• 14 CFR Part 45.23(b)

• 14 CFR Part 91.7(a); 91.103(b); 91.105; 91.119(c); 91.121; 91.151; 91.405(a and b); 91.407 (a)(l); 91.409(a)(l); 91.417(a and b);

The relief is necessary to operate an aircraft (as defined by F ARs) legally for commercial purposes. The above reported list of regulations are either impractical or of difficult application for this new type of aircraft or flying activity. At the same time, as a daily user of the NAS in a manned aircraft, I auspicate the quick upcoming implementation of new FAR's specifically designed for small UAS. The requested exemption would not, in any way, affect the safety of flight operations.

# As a professional pilot, flight safety has always been a core value and a necessary condition for every activity, from planning to an extensive pre-flight to any other aspect of operations. Flying a UAS both commercially or recreationally, would not be any different. Compared to Aerial photography performed with the use of a small airplane, a UAS flight, given the very light weight and all the limitations and restrictions, involves mush less risk exposure and it is an inherently safer operation.

With the safety principle in mind I have created a personal "Operations Manual" that list all limitations, rules and best practices to adopt during commercial operations. These detailed procedures and restrictions are at times even more conservative than currently required by regulations or granted exemptions. Real Estate photography in fact, does not require high speed or acrobatic flying, nor high altitudes or extreme maneuvering. For good pictures, it's imperative to have good weather (VFR) and a steady camera platform in a hover position for few seconds with the operator in line of sight. For a normal project, a residential home, the total flight time might amount to no more than 5 minutes, therefore drastically reducing risk. To Illustrate how the aircraft would be operated, in appendix 1 I have attached my personal Operations Manual that I will use in conjunction with the additional limitations imposed by your office ifthe exemption is granted.

The DJI Phantom 3, the only UAS that I intend to use, is the successor of the already proven Phantom 2 for which exemptions have already been granted many times. The new safety features and automations ofthis quadcopter, reduce considerably the pilot/operator workload and make the aircraft easy to fly. The Phantom 3 comes ready to fly out of the box and no alteration is necessary. The Camera and the Gimbal are already mounted on the airframe. A full description of all limitations and safety features are contained in the attached DJI User Manual. (Appendix 2). Ground and Flight Operations will also be integrated with the use of a specially developed checklist.

I believe that granting this exemption would be beneficial to the local community as a whole and specifically to people interested in buying or selling a property and to real estate agents. An Aerial view could possibly enhance the quality of a listing, attracting more viewers and enabling possible buyers to make more infonnative decisions. On a national level, with the certain increase of UA activities in the near future, I believe that a well-organized, safety oriented and professional type of operation like the one that I intend to conduct, could serve as an example to emulate for other organizations. I'm also available to the FAA at any time for any collaboration that might be requested.

In summary, I request exemption from the following regulations:

• 14 CPR Part 21 subpart H;

• 14 CPR Part 45.23(b)

• 14 CPR Part 91.7(a); 91.103(b); 91.105; 91.119(c); 91.121; 91.151; 91.405(a and b); 91.407 (a)(1); 91.409(a)(l); 91.417(a and b);

In order to legally conduct Real Estate commercial photography using a DJI Phantom 3 light weight quadcopter.

# Sincerely
Pierluigi Lanciotti 07/07/2015



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Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Appendix 3 Operations Manual (attached) Phantom 3 User Manual (attached) Checklist (attached)

# Operations Manual

Original
July 2015

This Operations Manual defines and regulates Operations in connection with Commercial Aerial VideoPhotography. Recreational flight are not subjects to this manual restrictions even though all of safety precautions and best practices will be followed in conjunction with all applicable FAA regulations. All policies and procedures are based on the use of a DJI Phantom 3 Quadcopter.

Some of the limitations/restrictions are self-imposed and more restrictive than current regulations. I 

# case of a discrepancy or difference between this manual and other Federal, State or Local regulations, the most restrictive rule must be applied.

Terms such as Drone, UAV, UAS, Aircraft, RP A (remotely piloted aircraft), Model Aircraft or Quadcopter are interchangeably used in this manual. It 

# indicates the DJI Phantom 3 Quadcopter.

This manual is property ofPierluigi Lanciotti. Any 

# full or partial reproduction is prohibited.



# Manual Update/Changes From time to time, this manual will be updated to reflect new regulation or due to required operational changes. Main changes from previous revision will be highlighted at the forefront of the manual and the Rev # 

# with the new date will be noted at the footnote and in the file name.



# Reference Material

• FAR/AIM

• DJI Phantom 3 User Guide

• AC 91-57 June 09 1981

• Louisiana Senate Bill# 356

• FAA Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

• FAA Section 333 Exemption (pending at the time of this writing)

# Abbreviations



# COA Certificate ofWaiver or Authorization EI Electronic Interference ESCs Electronic Speed Controllers IOC Intelligent Orientation Control IMU Inertial Measurement Unit PIC Pilot in Command or Operator (the person in control of, and responsible for, the UAS). RTH Return To Home RP AS Remotely Piloted Aircraft System TFR Temporary Flight Restriction UA Unmanned Aircraft UAS Umnanned Aircraft System UAV Unmanned Airborne Vehicle VLOS Visual Line of Sight VPS Visual Positioning System

Weather Minimums 3 miles Visibility and 1000 ft 

# Ceiling. No precipitations
Airspace Restrictions Normally, only operations in class G airspace, below 400 ft 

# are permitted. Oher rules apply. 

# Sensitivity/Critical areas


# I will not accept assigmnents or conduct flights in proximity to Sensitive/Critical areas: (unless specifically authorized by the owner/administrator and authorities). Sensitivity/Critical areas are defined as: Infrastructure, systems, facilities, and assets vital to national defense, national security, economic security, public health or safety. Examples of which include but are not limited to:

• Military Bases, offices, installations.

• Prisons, Court Houses, Federal Buildings.

• Gas and oil production, storage, or delivery systems.
• Nuclear or Chemical plants.

• Water supply and treatment systems.
• Telecommunications networks.

• Electrical power generation or delivery systems.
• Financing and banking systems.
• Emergency services, including medical, police, fire, and rescue services.

• Transportation systems and services, including highways, mass transit, airlines, and airports.

# • Facilities subject to the Transportation Worker Identification.

Planning:

Prior to any flight:

• Check Local Weather.

• Check TFR's. Foreflight Software or other pertinent website will be used to assure avoidance of restricted/prohibited area and to measure distance from Airports/Heliports.

• Inspect area and surroundings for possible obstacles or danger. (Proximity to power lines, light poles, trees, streets etc). Determine the feasibility of the operations.


# Pre-Flight

• Checklist will be followed for each step of the Pre-flight (refer to checklist)

• Establish and mark the take-off and landing area. Access to this area must be restricted and Warning notice posted if necessary.
• The Take-off/Landing Area must be a square area (1 0 

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• Only personnel associated with flying the Remotely Piloted Aircraft are to be allowed inside the marked restricted area (Normally, Just the Pilot in Command, the designated Observer/Spotter and the Photographer, when needed).

• Perform a 1 

# minute Low Hover Test Flight making sure that all controls and functions are working properly. Make sure that no Electronic Interference is present. Land the aircraft.

• A crew briefing (PIC, Spotter, and Photographer) will take place before each flight.



# Use of Checklist

The checklist shall be used for pre-flight, before take-off, and after landing operations.



# In Flight operations

The Remotely Piloted Aircraft will be flown:

• In accordance with all limitations and conditions set forward by the COA (blanket or specific)

• In accordance with all applicable FAR's and recommendations set forward in the AIM.

• In accordance with all manufacturer limitations, instructions and recommendations.

• Always in line of sight and well within the distance limitations set by DJI.

• Only in locations where Model Aircraft or UA V activities are permitted.

The Remotely Piloted Aircraft will NOT be operated/flown:

• In a careless or reckless manner.
• Over populated areas
• At a location where model aircraft or UAV activities are prohibited.

• Within 5 miles of any airport or within the landing zone of a designated Heliport.

• At night, in rain, in clouds, in high winds.

• At Altitude higher than 400ft Above Ground Level (Operating Ceiling).

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• From a moving vehicle.

PIC Duties

The Remotely Piloted Aircraft PIC shall:

• Be aware of and abide by FAA regulations, NOT AMs, and TFRs
• Avoid flying directly over people, wildlife, vehicles or vessels.
• See and avoid all aircraft (a spotter must be designated and present for every commercial flight).
• Be always in line of sight and in direct communication with the spotter.
• Land immediately if another manned or unmanned aircraft is in sight and in proximity of the ops area. Spotter's Duties

• Maintain the Take-off/Landing Area and Operational Area always clear from bystanders.
• Do not allow anyone in the vicinity of the PIC.
• Watch for and assist the PIC in identifying power lines, light poles, buildings birds and other obstructions.

• Watch for and notify the PIC of any approaching aircraft.
• Any other assigned duties assigned by the PIC.

Qualifications/Training

• The PIC must have at least a commercial pilot license (Airplane or Helicopter).
• The PIC must have at least a class II medical certificate.

• The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in 14 CPR 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his the pilot certificate.
• The PIC will have logged a minimum of 25 hour of flight training in the specific make and model UAV before commercial operations. (DJI Phantom 3).
• The PIC will have to be fully proficient with the use of the Remote control and all its functions.

Other safety best practices

• Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch the model aircraft in flight while it is still under power.
• Take off will be always performed from the ground. No Hand Launching.
• The Remotely Piloted Aircraft may not be flown in proximity of highways or railroads and shall not be flown above moving traffic in such a way that could be a distraction to drivers.
• Propellers Guards will be used for every commercial flight.
• Duration of each flight shall not exceed 70% of the battery power.

In flight Malfunctions/Emergencies In 

# flight emergencies dictate a "Land Immediately" type of priority. Follow DJI user Manual for other specific guidelines

# MAINTENANCE AND LOG BOOK RECORDS: 

# Any damage or worn out parts are to be replaced or repaired before the next flight occurs. A Log book will be used to record aircraft flight times as well as all maintenance, repairs, and replacements.

• The Aircraft will not be modified in any way, shape or form from the manufacturer design.

• No Extra camera or other type of payload will be added/connected to the original manufacturer configuration.

• Only minor pilot performed maintenance is allowed. Specifically:
o Replacement/Recharging of batteries
o Replacement of propellers and propellers guards
o Replacement of landing gear
o Tightening of screws or bolts

• Any other type of maintenance will be performed by 

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# DJI Authorized repair station.
• Repaired aircraft shall be tested, deemed airworthy, and so noted in the maintenance logbook before resumption of duties.

• The flight and maintenance logbooks forms shall be made available to the FAA for inspection when requested.

Crew Briefing

I acknowledge that I have reviewed/made aware of all safety policy and procedures concerning my duties and responsibility as a 'spotter'.

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· The Phantom

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the next generation

of DJI quadcopters.

It is capable

of capturing 1080p video and transmitting

an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera
has an integrated gimbal

to maximize stability while minimizing
both weight and size. Even when
no GPS signal

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# 8 igh lights Camera and Gimbal: Phantom

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has

a fully integrated camera that shoots 1080p video

at up to 60 frames per second and captures

12 megapixel photos.

An enhanced sensor gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera. m HD Video Downlink:
The low-latency
long range HD downlink

is powered

by an enhanced version

of DJI Lightbridge. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells and an advanced power management system. Flight Controller:
The next-generation

flight controller
has been updated

to provide

a safer, more reliable flight experience.

A newly implemented
flight recorder stores critical data from each flight and the Vision Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors

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in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft

is in F-mode, therefore

the user must toggle the flight mode switch

to activate IOC. Refer

to the table below: Course Lock (CL) Home Lock (HL)* Point
of Interest (POl)* The nose direction,

at the time that CL
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of how the orientation
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of the aircraft changes. This will remain fixed until you reset

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will move the aircraft farther from and closer

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of Interest. Record

a point

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the features

of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System, and the Intelligent Flight Battery 10

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User Manual What

is the Phantom

3 flight time? 

# Flight times will vary depending

on environmental conditions

and usage patterns,

but the Intelligent Flight Battery

is designed

to provide

up to 23 minutes

of uninterrupted
flight time when fully charged. How can

I restore

a video file

if the power

is turned
off during recording? 

# Do not remove
the Micro-SO card from the camera.

If
it has been removed, place

it back

in the camera. Turn the Phantom

3 on and wait approximately

30 seconds

as the video file

is restored. How can

I ensure that my pictures
and videos will be synchronized

to my iOS album? 

# You may need

to adjust the settings

of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the Privacy tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next
to the OJI Pilot app icon.

If the Pilot app has not been granted access

to your albums,
the photos and videos cannot

be synchronized. What should

I do to land my Phantom

3 smoothly

as possible? 

# Hover the aircraft over

a flat, level surface. Slowly pull the throttle stick down until the aircraft touches
the ground. Why

is the discharge time
of the battery not zero, even though

I have never used
it? 

# Every battery

is tested prior

to being packaged

and shipped. This affects the discharge
time

of a new battery and

is the reason that the discharge
time

is not zero. The battery

is safe
to use. Can the mobile device holder

be used on the Phantom

2 series Remote Controller? 

# No,

it cannot. How
to safely operate
the aircraft when encountering compass error? 

# A compass error may occur when the aircraft

is flying close

to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when

a compass error occurs and the OJI Pilot app will display one
of the following messages: • Compass error, calibration required This warning message indicates

the aircraft

is receiving abnormal compass readings.

It is recommended to power
off the aircraft and re-calibrate

the compass

at a different location and then resume
the flight. • Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode This warning message indicates
that the aircraft

is drifting severely. Bring the aircraft

to a higher altitude to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message

is prompted.

The flight controller

will automatically adjust the orientation

of the aircraft

in the midair

to mitigate
the drifts. The aircraft
will switch back

to P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment

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How do I use the Director automatic video editor?

Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply

tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately.

How do I change the control mode of my Phantom 3?

By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the

movement of the aircraft and the left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft These

controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the DJI Pilot app. This is only

recommended for advanced users.

Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controller with the Phantom 3?

No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller

operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz.

Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Battery with the Phantom 3?

No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has

a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2 V.

My Phantom 3 does not turn off right away, is something wrong?

This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery, it may remain on for a few

seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SO card. This helps prevent your data from being lost or

corrupted.
Do I have to buy the Remote Controller separately?

No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller

that is already linked to the aircraft

Does my Phantom 3 support dual Remote Controllers?

No. The included Remote Controller can be used to control both the aircraft and the gimbal tilt at the same

time. What does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controller do?

This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle different flight modes:

P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and

your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both

In A-mode, or Attitude mode, the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the

barometer is used for stabilization. The aircraft can still return to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS

signal is available. F-mode, or Function mode, activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC

section in the Appendix of the User Manual.

By default, only P-mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other

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The Phantom 3 Advanced's flight controller features several important upgrades, including a new flight

mode.

Safety modes include Failsafe and Return-to-Home. These features ensure the safe return of your

aircraft

if the control signal is lost The flight controller can also save critical flight data from each flight

to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability and a new air

braking

feature. 

# :!"'light Mode Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below:

P-mode

(Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of

P-mode,

which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Advanced depending on signal strength

of

GPS and Vision Positioning sensors :

P-GPS:

GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning.

P-OPTI:

Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is

using

only the Vision Posttioning System for positioning.

P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for

positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized.

A-mode

(Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses

its

barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and

the

Home Point was recorded successfully.

F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information

about

IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix.

;\): Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight

Mode

Switch" on Page 26 for more information.



# Flight Statu.&.lllclJoatRt

The Phantom 3 Advanced has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs are

shown

in the figure below: Aircraft Status Indicator

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The Front LEOs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEOs glow solid red when the aircraft is

turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the

system

status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status

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Turning
On and Self Diagnostic Testing Warming

Up Safe
to Fly (P-rnode with GPS and Vision Positioning) Safe
to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning

but without GPS) Safe
to Fly (A-mode

but No GPS and Vision Positioning) Remote Controller's Signal Lost Low Battery Warning Critical Battery Warning IMU Error Critical Error Compass Calibration Required The Return-to-Home
(RTH) function brings the aircraft back

to the last recorded Home Point. There are three types

of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes these three scenarios

in detail. 

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Description If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff,
the Home Point is the location from which the aircraft was launched.
The GPS signal strength

is indicated

by the GPS icon

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will blink rapidly when the home point

is recorded. Use the RTH button
on the remote controller (refer

to "RTH button"

on page 26 for more information)

or tap the RTH button

in the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS

is available

toinitiate Smart RTH. The aircraft
will then automatically
return

to the last recorded Home Point. You may use the remote controller's control sticks

to control the aircraft's position

to avoid

a collision during the Smart RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once

to start the process, and press the Smart RTH button again

to terminate

the procedure
and regain
full control

of the aircraft. 

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# Troubleshooting

(FAQ) What

is the difference between
the Phantom

3 Professional

and the Phantom

3 Advanced? The biggest difference between

the Phantom

3 Professional

and the Phantom

3 Advanced

is in the camera.
The Phantom

3 Professional

is capable

of shooting spectacular

4K video

at up to 30 frames per second,
and the Phantom

3 Advanced

is capable

of shooting

at resolutions

up to 1080p60. Both models shoot

12 megapixel photos. The other main difference

is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger.
The Phantom

3 Advanced comes with

a 57-watt charging

unit and the Phantom

3 Professional comes with

a 100-watt charger,

the latter

of which allows
for shorter charging times. Can

I remove
the camera and attach my own? No. The cameras
that come with both models
are permanently attached. Attempting

to remove, replace,

or modify the camera may damage

the product and will void your warranty. Can

I charge
my Remote Controller

and Intelligent Flight Battery

at the same time? While the Remote Controller charger and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated

into one unit for your convenience,

it is recommended

that you only charge one item
at a time. We recommend

that you never charge both items using the same charger

at the same time. What are the buttons

on the back
of my Remote Controller
for? The two buttons

on the back

of the Remote Controller

can be customized

and assigned

to function

as you choose through
the DJI Pilot app. Refer

to the manual

for more information. How far can

I fly my Phantom

3? The signal transmission distance

will vary depending

on environmental conditions,

but the Phantom

3 series can reach distances

of up to 1.2 miles

(2 kilometers) away from the pilot. What app should

I use with my Phantom

3? The Phantom

3 is compatible

with the DJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which

is already used with the DJI Inspire. The app will detect which aircraft

is connected

and automatically adjust accordingly. Which mobile devices
are compatible
with the app? The DJI Pilot app

is only compatible

with devices running
iOS 8.0 or later
or Android v4.1.2

or later. The following devices
are recommended: iOSr iPhone
Ss, iPhone

6, iPhone

6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi



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2, iPad mini

2 Wi-Fi 

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2 Wi-Fi



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3, and iPad mini

3 Wi-Fi



### + Cellular. This app

is optimized

for iPhone
Ss, iPhone

6, and iPhone

6 Plus Android: Samsung

SS, Note

3, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus

7 II, Google Nexus

9, Mi 3, Nubia
Z7 mini Support

for additional Android devices

will become available

as testing and development continues. OJ ;,. 

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The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the OJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that

may

affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately

when

prompted. The DJI Pilot app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The

aircraft

will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after a ten-second countdown. The

user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds

for

these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's current altitude and distance from

the

Home Point.

The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough

to

descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft's

orientation during the landing process.

The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the OJI Pilot app, and is described below:

Battery Level Warning Low battery level warning Critical Low battery level warning Estimated remaining flight time Critical Low battery level warning(Rcd) Sutf1cient battery levei(Green) 

# j_ Low baltery level

warni?(Yellow) Remaining f11ght time



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Remark The battery power is low. Please land the aircraft. The aircraft must land immediately. Estimated remaining flight based on current battery

level. Power requires

to

return homE; Battery level Indicator Aircraft Status Indicator Aircraft status indicator blinks
RED slowly. Aircraft status indicator

blinks
RED quickly. N/A DJI Pilotapp

Tap "Go-home" to have the
aircraft return to the Horne

point and land automatically,

or "Cancel" to resume normal

flight. If no action is taken,

the aircraft will automatically

go home and land after 10 seconds. Remote controller

will sound an alarm.

The OJI Pilot app display will

flash red and the aircraft will

start to descend. The remote controller

will sound an alarm.

N/A Flight Instructions

Fly the aircraft back and land

it as soon as possible,

then stop the motors

and

replace the battery. Allow the aircraft to descend

and land automatically. N/A

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• When the Critical battery level warning

is triggered
and the aircraft begins

to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward

to make the aircraft hover

at its current altitude, giving you an opportunity

to navigate

to a more appropriate landing location. • The colored zones and markers

on the battery level indicator
bar reflect the estimated remaining flight time. They are automatically adjusted according

to the aircraft's current location and status. 

# Failsafe Rt'H If the Home Point was successfully recorded
and the compass

is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will be automatically activated

if the remote controller signal

is lost for more than three seconds.
The Return- to-Horne process may be interrupted

and the operator may regain control

of the aircraft

if the remote controller signal connection

is re-established. Failsafe Illustration 1 Record Home Point 

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3 sec.) 

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• The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore,

it is important

to set an suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch
the DJI Pilot app and enter "Carnera"
and select "MODE



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# > Failsafe mode"

to set the Failsafe altitude. • The aircraft
will stop
its ascent and return

to the Horne Point immediately

if the throttle stick

is moved during the Failsafe RTH procedure. 

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# System The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound

and image data

to help the aircraft maintain

its current position. With the help
of Vision Positioning,
your Phantom

3 Advanced

can hover

in place more precisely and fly indoors

or in other environments where

a GPS signal

is not available.
The main components

of the Vision Positioning System
are located

on the bottom

of your Phantom

3 Advanced;
they include

[2] two ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera. 

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. When the Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. • A low battery level warning

is indicated

by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking
red slowly

or rapidly during flight. • Watch our video tutorials

for more flight information. Video Suggestions

and Tips 1. Go through
the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode

in the DJI Pilot app. 3. Only shoot video when flying

in P-mode. 4. Always

fly in good weather and avoid flying

in rain or heavy wind. 5. Choose
the camera settings that suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compensation. 6. Perform flight tests

to establish flight routes and preview scenes. 7. Push the control sticks gently

to keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable.

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# Auto-Landing
Use auto-landing only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the

auto-landing

feature:

1. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode.

2. Check the landing area condition before tapping 

# "i.", to begin landing. Then follow the on-screen

instructions. 

# Star:ting/Stopping the Motors

Starting the Motors

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom

inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks

simultaneously. 

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There are two methods to stop the motors.

Method

1: When Phantom 3 Advanced has landed, push the throttle dowllQ), then conduct the same

CSC

that was used to start the motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both

sticks once motors stop. Method

2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors will stop after three

seconds. 

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# F:lightTes! Takeoff/Landing Procedures

1. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the battery level indicators facing towards you.

2.

Turn on the remote controller and your mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery.

3.

Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter the Camera page.

4.

Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe

to

fly. If they flash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded.

5.

Push the throttle up slowly to take off or use Auto Takeoff.

6.

Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app.

7.

To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle to descend.

8.

After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop.

9.

Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first, then the Remote Controller.



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# Using Vision Positioning
Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Advanced is turned on. No

further

action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS

is

unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3

Professional

can hover precisely even without GPS. 

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1. Toggle the flight mode switch toP-mode. '·"

2.

Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot work

properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations.

3.

Turn on the aircraft. The aircraft status indicator will flash green two times. which indicates the Vision

Positioning

system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift off and the aircraft will hover in place.



# & The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is

flying.

The ultrasonic sensors rnay not be able to accurately measure distances when operating

above

sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera rnay not function correctly in

suboptimal

environments. The aircraft will switch from P-mode to A-mode automatically if neither

GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the

following

situations:

• Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green).

•

Flying over a highly reflective surfaces.

• Flying at high speeds( over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter).

•

Flying over water or transparent surfaces.

• Flying over moving surfaces or objects.

•

Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically.

•

Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 100,000) surfaces.

•

Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet)

.

•

Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture.

•

Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same design).

•

Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the aircraft.



# ;<J: • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness

of

the sensors.

•

Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters.

•

The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water.

•

The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions

(less than 100 lux).

•

Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is

in

operation.

•

Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the

ground

(below 0.5 meters) at fast speeds

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# 0 Keep animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system

is activated.
The sonar sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible

to some animals. 

## FligN Reco;rder Flight data

is automatically recorded

to the internal storage

of the aircraft. This includes flight telemetry, aircraft status information,

and other parameters.

To access these data, connect
the aircraft

to the PC through
the Micro-USB
port and launch the DJI Pilot app. 

## · Atta6hing
ahd. De,taching

the Propellers Use only DJI approved propellers
with your Phantom

3 Advanced.

The grey and black nuts on the propeller indicate where they should

be attached
and

in which direction whey should spin. To attach the propellers properly, match the nut color with the motor axis color. Propellers Figure Attach
On Legends

Silver Dot

Black Dot 

### ~ 

### ~ Motors with

a grey axes

Motors with

a black axes El") Lock

: Turn the propellers

in the indicated direction

to mount and tighten. 

## 'b") Unlock: Turn the propellers

in the indicated direction

to loosen and remove. Attaching

the Propellers 1. Be sure
to remove
the warning stickers from the motors before attaching

the propellers. 2. Attach the propellers
with silver dots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise to secure them

in place. Attach
the propellers
with black dots onto the motors with black axes and spin the propellers counter-clockwise

to secure them

in place.
Be sure
to tighten each propeller

by hand before flight. 

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Phantom

3 Advanced User Manual 3. Hold the aircraft vertically,
with nose pointing downward,

and rotate

it 360 degrees around
the center axis. Recalibrate

the compass

if the Aircraft Status Indicator glows solid red. 

# 1 &

If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your aircraft

to a different location and try again. :\): Calibrate

the compass before each flight. Launch
the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions

to calibrate

the compass.

DO NOT calibrate

the compass near metal objects such as
a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding. When

to Recalibrate 1.When compass data

is abnormal
and the Aircraft Status Indicator

is blinking green and yellow. 2.When flying

in a new location

or in a location that

is different from the most recent flight. 3.When
the mechanical

or physical structure

of the Phantom

3 Advanced

has been changed. 4.When severe drifting occurs

in flight,
i.e. Phantom

3 Advanced does not fly in straight line. 

## Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing Auto Takeoff Use auto takeoff only

if the Aircraft Status Indicators

are blinking green. Follow the steps below

to use the auto takeoff feature: 1. Launch
the DJI Pilot app, and enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft

is in P- mode. 3. Complete

all steps
on the pre-flight checklist. 4. Tap"_t", and confirm that conditions

are safe for flight. Slide the icon
to confirm and takeoff. 5. Aircraft takes
off and hovers

at (1.5 meters) above ground. 

# & Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when

it is using the Vision Position System

lor stabilization. The aircraft
will automatically
hover below

3 meters.

It is recommended

to wait until there

is sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature.

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1. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged.

2.

Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly.

3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary.

4.

Gimbal is functioning normally.

5. Motors can start and are functioning normally.

6. The OJI Pilot app is successfully connected to the aircraft.



# Calibrating the Compas$ IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive

to

electromagnetic interference, which can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight

performance or flight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance.



# 0 • Do not calibrate your compass where there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference.

Sources

of potential interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean

metal structures

•

Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones.

• Do not calibrate in direct proximity to large metal objects.

•

DO NOT calibrate indoors. Calibration Procedures Choose an open area to carry out the following procedures.

1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight

preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap "Mode" in the app

and

select "Compass Calibration", then follow the on-screen instructions.

2.

Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display a solid

green light.



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# & • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off.

•

Wear gloves when handling propellers.

• Hand tighten each of the propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached firmly.

Detaching the Propellers

Hold the motor in place with one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlock direction.



# & • Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight.

• Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped,

or

broken propellers.

• To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning.

•

ONLY use original OJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience. 

# DJIIntellig~rifFilgnt B,attery ::

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/

discharge

functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved

byDJI. Intelligent Flight Battery 

# ~~

& The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to

"Charging

the Intelligent Flight Battery" for more information.

;(): Be aware that the output power of the supplied Phantom 3 Advanced charger is 57 W.

DJIIntelligent Flight Battery Functions

1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current battery level.

2.

Battery Life Display: the LEOs display the current battery power cycle.

3.

Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of

total power when it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around two days to discharge the battery to

65%.

It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process.

Discharge

thresholds can be set in the OJI Pilot app.

4.

Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging.

5.

Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged.

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 0°C (32°F) and

40°C

(104°F).

7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected.

8.

Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when

the battery voltage reaches 12 V.

9.

Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected.

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3 Advanced User Manual 

# 10. Battery Cell Damage Protection:
The DJI Pilot app displays

a warning message when

a damaged battery
cell

is detected. 11. Battery Error History: Browse
the battery error history

in the DJI Pilot app. 12. Sleep mode:
To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes

of inactivity. 13. Communication: Information pertaining

to the battery's voltage, capacity, current, etc.

is transmitted

to the aircraft's main controller. 

# & Refer

to 

# Pha.ntorn

3 Professiona.l



# I A.C/lla.nced Intelligent Flight Ba.ttery Safety Guidelines before use. Users take full responsibility

for all operations

and usage. :P 

# Using the Battery **~·** 

# ~ Turning ON/OFF



# '_E:U' I 

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# Lt.: Dr; Power Button (Bulit-in LED) 

# ~~-i~l11t:!')'L.t'\'el 

# Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for

2 seconds

to turn on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators

will display
the current battery level. Turning
Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for

2 seconds

to turn off. The battery power LED will flash when powering

off the Phantom

to allow automatically stopping of a recording during the event recording wasn't stopped. Low Temperature Notice: 1. Battery capacity

is significantly reduced when flying

in low temperature

( 

# < 0°C) environments. 2.

It is not recommended

that the battery

be used

in extremely

low temperature

( 

# < -10°C) environments. Battery voltage should reach the appropriate
level when operating environment

with temperatures between

-1 

# ooc and 5° C. 3. End the flight
as soon
as the DJI Pilot app displays
the "Low Battery Level Warning"

in low temperature environments. 4. Keep the battery indoors

to warm

it before flying

in low temperature environments. 5. To ensure optimal performance

of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C. 6. The charger

will stop charging

the battery

if the battery cell's temperature

is not within the operating range (0°C

- 40°C

). 

# &

In cold environments,
insert the battery into the battery compartment

and allow the aircraft
for approximately

1-2 minutes

to warm
up before taking off. Checking

the Battery Level The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery

is turned
off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators

will light up to display
the current battery level. See below for details. 

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# GPS Signal Strong ······Blinking Green

Aircraft Zone Restriction

DJI Pilot App Prompt

Status Indicator Motors
will not start.

Warning:
You are

in
a No-fly zone. Take off prohibited. No-fly Zone

If the aircraft enters the restricted area

in A-mode, but

is switched to P-mode, Warning:
You are
in a no-fly zone. the aircraft
will automatically Automatic landing has begun. descend, land, and stop
its rnotors.

R1: Warning:
You are
in a

.'R ...... 

# If the aircraft enters the restricted zone. Descending

to Red flashing Restricted- restricted area

in A-mode,

but safe altitude. altitude flight

is switched

to P-mode,

it will R2: Warning:
You are
in a zone descend

to an appropriate restricted zone. Maximum flight altitude and hover

15 feet altitude

is restricted

to between below the altitude limit.

20m and 500m.
Fly cautiously. Warning zone

No flight restriction applies,
but Warning:
You are approaching

a there will be
a warning

. restricted zone, Fly cautiously. Free zone

No restrictions.

None.

None. 

# 1JJ Semi-automatic descent:

All stick commands

are available except
the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors
will stop automatically

after landing. 

# &

• When flying

in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator

will blink red rapidly and continue for
3 seconds, then switch

to indicate current flying status and continue

for
5 seconds

at which point

it will switch back

to blinking red. • For safety reasons, please
do not fly close

to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, city centers,

or other sensitive areas.
Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight. 

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R2---- No-fly zone Reslricted-allitude flight zone Warning zone

Restricted Area

(1) Restricted Areas does not have flight altitude restrictions.

(2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off

within this zone. The value of R varies based on the definition of the restricted areas.

(3)

A "warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.6

miles

(1 km) of this zone, a warning message will appear on the DJI Pilot app.



## I +----Restricted Area------->- 

## I

No-fly zone Warning zone Free zone



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# EEJ The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and

discharging.

The indicators are defined below.



## 0 . LED is on. 

## Q' : LED is flashing.



# 0

:LED is off. Battery Level LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level



# 0 0 0 

# 0 87.5%-100%



# 0 0 

# 0 

# D 75%-87.5%



# 0 0 

# 0 

# 0 62.5%-75%



## 0 

# 0 

# 0 50%-62.5%



## 0 0 

# 0 0 37.5%-50%



# 0 

# D' 0 0 25%-37.5%



# 0 0 0 

# 0 12.5%-25%



### jQ; 

# 0 0 0 0%-12.5%



# 0 0 0 0 =0%

Battery life Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must

be

replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the

battery

life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two seconds, as shown below:

Battery Life LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Life



## 0 0 0 0 90%-100%



## 0 

# 0 0 

# ll 80%-90%



## 0 

# 0 0 

# 0 70%-80%



# 0 0 Qj 

# 0 60%-70%



## 0 0 

# 0 0 50%-60%



## 0 

# n 0 0 40%-50%



# 0 0 0 0 30%-40%



# D 0 0 0 20%-30%



# 0 0 0 0 below 20%



# & When battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used.



## E.I:J For more information about the battery, launch the DJI Pilot app and check the information that is

listed

under the battery tab. (C! . '-'" ' **·1'~;,_,** 

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# ~?0Phantom3AdvancedUserManualChargingtheIntelligentFlightBattery1.ConnecttheBatteryChargertoapowersource(100-240V50/60Hz).2.OpentheProtectionCapandconnecttheIntelligentFlightBatterytotheBatteryCharger.Ifthebatterylevelisabove95%,turnonthebatterybeforecharging.3.TheBatteryLevelIndicatorwilldisplaythecurrentbatterylevelasitischarging.4.TheIntelligentFlightBatteryisfullychargedwhentheBatteryLevelIndicatorsarealloff.5.Air-cooltheIntelligentFlightBatteryaftereachflight.Allowitstemperaturetodroptoroomtemperaturebeforestoringitforanextendedperiod.,&.•WedonotrecommendchargingtheIntelligentFlightBatteryandremotecontrollerwiththestandardchargeratthesametime,otherwisethechargermayoverheat.•AlwaysturnoffthebatterybeforeinsertingitorremovingitfromthePhantom3Advanced.Neverinsertorremoveabatterywhenitisturnedon.lntelli9entFilgl1lBatteryBatteryLevelIndicatorsWhileChargingLED1LED2LED3Di00Dlu0nunDlDD000BatteryProtectionLEDDisplayLED4000a0Char9erBatteryLevel0%-25%25%-50%50%-75%75%-100%FullyChargedThetablebelowshowsbatteryprotectionmechanismsandcorrespondingLEDpatterns.BatteryLevelIndicatorswhileChargingLED1LED2 LED3 LED4BlinkingPatternBatteryProtectionItem0D00LED2blinkstwicepersecondOvercurrentdetected0D00LED2blinksthreetimespersecondShortcircuitdetected00a0LED3blinkstwicepersecondOverchargedetected00D'0LED3blinksthreetimespersecondOver-voltagechargerdetected0000LED4blinkstwicepersecondChargingtemperatureistoolow000DlLED4blinksthreetimespersecondChargingtemperatureistoohigh20Phantom3AdvancedUserManualGPSSignalStrong······BlinkingGreenFlightLimitsDJIPilotappMaximumFlightAircraft'saltitudecannotWarning:HeightAltitudeexceedthespecifiedvalue.limitreached.MaxRadiusFlightdistancemustbewithinWarning:Distancethemaxradius.GPSSignalWeak\Y)······BlinkingYellowMaximumFlightAltitudeMaxRadiusFlightLimitsHeightisrestrictedto400feet.(120m)andunder.Nolimitslimitreached.DJIPilotappWarning:Heightlimitreached.AircraftStatusIndicatorNone.Rapidredflashing······whenclosetothemaxradiuslimit.AircraftStatusIndicatorNone.•Ifyouflyoutofthelimit,youcanstillcontrolthePhantom3,butcannotflyitanyfather.Ifthe,&.Phantom3fliesoutofthemaxradiusinReadytoFly(non-GPS)mode,itwillflybackwithinrangeautomatically.•IfthePhantom3fliesoutofthemaxradiusinReadytoFly(non-GPS)mode,itwillflybackwithinrangeautomatically.No-FlyZonesAllNo-FlyZonesarelistedontheDJIofficialwebsiteathttp://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly.No-FlyZonesaredividedintoAirportsandRestrictedAreas.Airportsincludemajorairportsandflyingfieldswheremannedaircraftoperateatlowaltitudes.RestrictedAreasincludeborderlinesbetweencountriesorsensitiveinstitute.ThedetailsoftheNo-FlyZonesareexplainedasfollow:Airport(1)AirportNo-FlyZonearecomprisedofTake-offRestrictedzonesandRestrictedAltitudeZones.Eachzonefeaturescirclesofvarioussizes.(2)R1miles(valueoftheR1dependsonthesizeandshapeoftheairport)aroundtheairportisaTakeoffrestrictedzone,insideofwhichtakeoffisprevented.(3) FromR1miletoR1+ 1milearoundtheairporttheflightaltitudeislimitedtoa15degreeinclination.Startingat65feet(20meters)fromtheedgeofairportandradiatingoutward.Theflightaltitudeislimitedto1640feet(500meters)atR1+1mile(4)Whentheaircraftenterswithin320feet(100meters)ofNo-FlyZones,awarningmessagewillappearontheDJIPilotapp.((I:'r,·::.:,._,.:..:41tO

# Flight Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the DJI Pilot

app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open

area. 

## Flig~t·Environment 

## Requirements

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s,

snow,

rain and fog.

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of theonboard compass and GPS system.

3.

Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies of water.

4.

Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations

and

radio transmission towers.

5.

Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and

temperature.Be very careful when flying at altitudes greater than 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea

**~**

level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be affected.

**~** 6. The Phantom 3 Advanced cannot operate within the polar areas.


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## and

**No~Fiy** 

## Zones

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and

regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by default,

which

helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance

limits, and No-Fly Zones.

When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to

manage

flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft

altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m)

.

Maxim urn flight altitude & Radius Limits

Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the

maximum

flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your

Phantom

3 Advanced will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below:

Maxilnurn F1i9ht Altitude



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After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the

Intelligent

Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not

need

to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the charger will resume

charging

when the temperature is within the allowable range.



# & DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers.

;\): How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery:

Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 3 Advanced's Battery Compartment

and turn it on. Leave it on until there is less than 8% of power left, or until the battery can no

longer

be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot app to check battery levels.

Rapid : Fly the Phantom 3 Advanced outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until

the

battery can no longer be turned on. OJ 

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# Remote Controller This section describes

the features of the remote controller
and includes instructions

for controlling

the aircraft and the camera. 22

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# Flight This section describes
safe flight practices
and flight restrictions.
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[16] Uvestream


## (ffiJ : Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on You Tube. Be sure the

mobile

data service is available on the mobile device.

[17] Back **~** :Tap to return to the main GUI. 

## Pitector Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply

tap

"Director" frorn the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately.



## Store Tap "Store" to visit the official DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily

buy new products. 

## Dis9overy Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your OJI account status in

"Discovery". Use your registered DJI account to login to "Discovery".



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# Remote Controller 8emote ControuewPr(}fHe

The Phantom 3 Advanced remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that

integrates

the video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft

remote

control system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control

functions,

such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion.

The

remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller.



# EIJ • Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations.

•

Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 or Mode 2, or to a custom mode.

• Mode 

### 1: The right stick serves as the throttle.

• Mode 

### 2: The left stick serves as the throttle.



# & To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area.



## Using the. Remote Controller·

Turning the Remote Controller On and Off

The Phantom 

### 3 Advanced remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a capacity

of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow the steps

below

to turn on your remote controller:

1.

When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will

display

the current battery level.

2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller.

3.

The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEOs will glow solid green when linking is

complete.



### 4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller. 

# 0 il @)

Charging the Remote Controller

Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the figure on next page below for more

details. (t) i,! qC-'C'VC'J 

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# ~~e

Power Outlet 

# Charger Power Button 

# Controlling

the Camera Shoot videos/pictures,

view recorded images, and adjust camera settings
via the Shutter Button, Camera 

# ~ Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button
on the remote controller. 

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[3] 

# [1] 

# Camera Settings
Dial Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such
as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting
go of the remote controller. Move the dial to left or right
to scroll through pictures and videos

in playback mode. Press down
on the dial to toggle between these settings. [2] Playback Button Press

to view images and videos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press

to take

a photo.

If burst mode

is activated, multiple photos
will be taken with

a single press. [4] Video Recoding Button Press once

to start recording video, then press again

to stop recording. [5] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. Controlling Aircraft This section explains how
to control the orientation

of the aircraft through
the remote controller.
The Remote Control

is set to Mode

2 by default. 

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# Record

: Tap once

to start recording video, then tap again

to stop recording.
You can also press the Video Recording Button
on the remote controller, which has the same functionality

.. Playback 

# [E]

: Tap
to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos

as soon
as they are captured. Camera Settings 

# ~;::Tap

to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values

of the camera. [1 1] Vision Positioning 

# £

: This icon shows the distance between
the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. 

# [1 2] Flight Telemetry

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V.S. 8.3MtS

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# - The Vision Positioning Status icon

is highlighted when the Vision Positioning

is in operation. Flight attitude

is indicated

by the flight attitude icon. (1) The red arrow shows which direction

the aircraft

is facing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. (3) The angle

of the boundary between
the light blue and dark blue areas indicates

the roll angle. 

# [13] Map Display
the flight path
of the current flight. Tap
to switch from the Camera GUI
to the Map GUI. 

# 0 [14] Return

to Home (RTH)



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# • eli; :Initiate RTH home procedure.
Tap
to have the aircraft return

to the last recorded home point. [1 5] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

# t I,._ :Tap
to initiate auto takeoff

or landing.

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[1] Flight Mode 

# 8: The text next to this icon indicates the current flight mode.

Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modify flight limits,

perform compass calibration, and set the gain values.

[2] GPS Signal Strength

**11!:** This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS

strength.

[3] IOC Settings

**~** CL: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC

settings menu and select the desired IOC setting.

[4] System Status sareroFiy(GPS) :This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength.

[5] Battery Level Indicator

o : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored

zones on the battery level indicator represent the power levels needed to carry out different functions.

[6] Remote Controller Signal



## g."-' .rill: This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal.



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[l[[]"-',til/: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and

the

remote controller.

[B] Battery Level

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## 100%: This icon shows the current battery level.

Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the

battery

warning history.

[9] General Settings

:: : Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters,

reset

the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the girnbal roll value, and toggle the flight

route display.

[10] Camera Operation Bar Shutter and Recording Settings



## l!o : Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution of

the videos, image size and so on.

Shutter

• :Tap this button to take a single photo. Press and hold this button to select single shot, triple shot

or

time-lapsed shooting modes.



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# ffi Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position.

Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the center position.

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aircraft's

elevation.
Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend.

When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3

Advanced

will hover in place.

The more the stick is pushed away from the center

position,

the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will

change elevation. Always push the stick gently

to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation

changes. Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the

rudder and rotation of the aircraft.

Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter-

clockwise,

push the stick right to rotate the aircraft

clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3

Advanced

will maintain its current orientation.

The more the stick is pushed away from the center

position,

the faster the Phantom 3 Advanced will

rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the

aircraft's

forward and backward pitch.

Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly

backward.

Phantorn 3 Advanced will hover in

place

if the stick is centered.

Push the stick further away from the center position for

a larger pitch angle (maximum 30') and faster flight.

Moving the right stick control left and right changes

the aircraft's left and right pitch.

Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The

Phantom 3 Advanced will hover in place if the

stick is centered. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the

camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the

dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point

downwards.

The camera will remain in its current

position

when dial is static. 

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P-mode **Position1~ Position2~**  Position3g P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal

is strong. There are three different versions

of P-mode, which will be automatically selected

by the Phantom

3 Advanced depending

on GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning
both are available;

the aircraft

is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning

is available

but

a sufficient GPS signal

is not available. Aircraft

is using only Vision Positioning

for position holding. P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning

is available,

the aircraft

is using only
its barometer

for positioning,

so only altitude

is maintained. A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System
are not used for stabilization.

The aircraft uses only
its barometer

to stabilize.
The aircraft can automatically
return

to the Home Point

if remote controller signal

is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)

is activated

in this mode. For more information about IOC, refer
to the IOC section

in the Appendix. By default,
the Flight Mode Switch

is locked toP-mode.

To unlock other flight modes, launch the DJI Pilot app, enter the "Camera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Multiple Flight Mode". RTH Button Press and hold the RTH button

to start the Return-to-Home
(RTH) procedure.

The LED ring around
the RTH Button will blink white

to indicate that the aircraft

is entering RTH mode. The aircraft
will then return

to the last recorded Home Point. Press this button again

to cancel the RTH procedure

and regain control

of the aircraft.

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# DJI Pilot App The DJI Pilot app

is a mobile application designed specifically

for the Phantom

3 Advanced.

Use this app to control
the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions.
The app also features Map, Academy,

and User Center, which are used for configuring
your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with others. It is recommended

that you use

a tablet for the best experience.



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# DJI Phantom 3 Checklist
Pre-Operations Area Planning 

# 1. TFRs 2. Prohibited or restricted areas, Critical/Sensitive Areas 3. COA: Blanked or Specific 4. ATC contact numbers 5. Distance from Airports

Before Leaving Home Checklist 

# 1. Weather forecast 2. Firmware latest update on Aircraft and Remote Controller 3. DJI Pilot App Latest Update 4. Phantom batteries 100% 5. !-phone battery 100% 6. Remote control battery 100% 7. Memory cards formatted and installed 8. Inspect the UAS for body damages, landing gear, camera, propellers
Operational Area Checklist 

# 1. Weather conditions and Wind 2. Hazards, obstructions, streets, pedestrian, vehicular traffic, buildings within flight plan 3. Check for EME interference potential, (Wireless Towers or Power Lines) 4. Plan emergency landing area accounting for the above 5. Define and set up Take-off and Landing area. (cones) 6. Spotter's Crew Briefing

# Before Take-off Checklist

1. 

# Install aircraft Battery
2. 

# Install props (Black props tighten counterclockwise, Gray props tighten clockwise) 

# 3. Position the aircraft on flat surface 4. 

# Confirm SD Card is installed 5. Confirm lens cap is off 6. Remove Gimbal Clamp 7. RC Flight mode switch toP 8. RC antennas Orient for best reception 9. RC On 10. Connect iPhone to RC 11. Tum on Aircraft Battery 12. iPhone: Screen Brightness= Full bright- Activate DJI app 13. Verify battery level of Phantom on app 14. Verify number of GPS satellites acquired (Never launch without 6 or more satellites) 15. Calibrate Compass (follow App Instructions) A way from magnetic interference Keep keys or cell phone far away 16. Aircraft Status Indicators: Green= Successful Calibration Solid red = Recalibrate Blinking red and yellow = detected magnetic interference. Change location 17. Establishes "Home Point" 

# 2: 6 Satellites (GPS signal icon in DJI pilot app yellow or green) 18. Final Area Clearance Check for nearby obstructions, people, power lines, etc. 19. Start video camera



# Take Off Checklist 1. Take Off. Push left joystick down and to right, right joystick down and to left to start engine (or
use auto takeoff feature in the App)



# POST-FLIGHT CHECKS 1. Power Down 2. Tum off the Main Battery 3. TumOffRC 4. Inspect the Phantom for any damage. 5. Inspect all props for nicks, problems, looseness 6. Check all bolts and body for damage 7. Remove the main battery. 8. Clean and store equipment

# EMERGENCY Checklist

Release the Joysticks. Press RTH button or Tum off the controller.