June 30
, 2015

Exemption No. 11958 Regulatory Docket No. FAA

– 20 15

– 1197

Mr. Terence G. Haglund 205

- B Bulifants Boulevard Williamsburg, VA 23188

Dear Mr. Haglund :

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 17, 2015
, you petitioned the F ederal Aviation Administration (FAA) for an exemption . The petitioner requested to operate an unmanned ai rcraft system (UAS) to conduct aerial photography and videography

. See Appendix A for the petition submitted to the FAA des cribing 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 is a DJI Phantom 2 Vision+

. The petitioner requested relief from 14 CFR part 21, C ertification procedures for products and parts, Subpart H

— Airworthiness Certificates

. In accordance with the statutory criteria provided in Section 333 of P ublic 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 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 from2

14 CFR part 21
, C ertification pr ocedures for products and parts, Subpart H

— Airworthiness Certificates , 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 collection 1

. The FAA has issued grants of exemption in circumstances similar in all material respects to those presented in your petition. In Grants of Exemption No s

. 11062 to Astraeus Aerial ( see Docket No. FAA−2014−0352), 11109 to Clayco, Inc. ( see Docket No. FAA

− 20 14

− 0507), 11112 to VDOS Global, LLC ( see Docket No. FAA−2014−0382), and 11213 to Aeryon Lab s , 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 peti tioner 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 i nterest.
Having reviewed your reasons for requesting an exemption, I find that

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 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, Mr. Terence G. Haglund 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 exempti on is subject to the conditions and limitations listed below.

Conditions and Limitations

In this grant of exemption, Mr. Terence G. Haglund 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 (part iculate measurement, etc.), or any other gathering of data by instruments aboard the UA.3

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 Vision+ when weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. Proposed opera tions of any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this exemption

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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 ;
e lectronic 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 dut ies 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, th e 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 responsi bility to track such revisions and present updated and revised documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The4

operator must also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or amendment to this gra nt 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 FA A’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 componen t, 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 t he 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,

re placement, 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 Col u mbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal government. The PIC must also meet the flight revi ew 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 demonstr ates 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 q ualification 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 VOs5

(traini ng, proficiency, and experience

- building) and determining the PIC’s ability to saf ely 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 traini ng, pro ficiency, 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 ma y 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 mil es 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 symbo l as denoted on the current FAA

- published aeronautical chart, unless a letter of a greement 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

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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 sign al, the UA must return to a pre

- det ermined location within the pr ivate 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 cond ucted 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

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22. All a ircraft 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.6

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 a nd 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, v ehicles, 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 protectio n. 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 t rainees or essential persons are not considered nonparticipating persons under this exemption.

27. All operations shall be conducted over private or control led

- access property with permission from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. P ermission 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 FA A'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.7

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) wi th jurisdiction over the a rea 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 th e 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 involv ed 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 operatio n.

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 91.8

This exemption terminates on July 31, 2017 , unless sooner superseded or rescinded.
Sincerely,

John S. Duncan Director, Flight Standards Service

Enclosures17 April 2015

The following petition is submitted by TERENCE G. HAGLUND, Petitioner, and made to

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON, DC 20591

for an exemption from Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Sections 45.23(a)(b); 45.27(a); 45.29; 47.15; 91.7(a); 91.119(b)(c); 91.121, 91.151(a); 91.405(a); 91.407(a)(1); 91.409(a)(2); and 91.417(a) & (b).

ALL OPERATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED BELOW 20 0 FEET, WITHIN VISUAL
- LINE
- OF
- SIGHT, DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS AND ROUGHLY FIVE MILES AWAY FROM ANY AIRPORT OR HELIPORT LOCATION.

PREVIOUS GRANT OF EXEMPTION

I submit the following approved exemption as reference (a):

Exemption No. 11191 / Regulatory Docket No. FAA

– 2014

– 0915

By letter dated July 12, 2014, Mr. Michael Singer of Singer’s Creations , of Harrisburg, PA., petitioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for an exemption from 14 CFR Part 21, Subpart H; 14 CFR 61.113 (a) and (b) ; 14 CFR 91.109; 1 4 CFR 91.121; 14
CFR 91

. 151; (a); 14 CFR 91.405 (a); 14 CFR 91.407 (a)(l); 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(l) ; 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(2) ; 14 CFR 91.417 (a) and (b) of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14CFR). The proposed exemption would allow Singer’s Creations to ope rate the PHANTOM 2 Vision+ quad copter unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to conduct aerial videography and cinematography to enhance academic community awareness for those individuals and companies unfamiliar with the geographical layout of the metro Tucson

ar ea and augment real estate listing videos.

The FAAs decision p ertaining to Exemption No. 11191 :“ 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, Singer’s Creations is granted an exemption from 14 CFR §§ 61.113(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

ne cessary to conduct aerial photography and videography for homeowners, realtors, home builders, home contractors, and/or home inspectors for use in real estate marketing and inspections of home exteriors. ”



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CURRENT PETITION FOR EXEMPTION

I, TERENCE G. HAGLUND , submit the following:

Summary of request I am submitting this petition pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and the procedures contained within 14 C.F.R. 11, so that I may operate the DJI PHANTOM 2 Vision+ (or simila r, should newer, safer and/or more advance d models become available) quad copter unmanned aircraft system (UAS) for the limited purpose of conducting aer ial photography and videography below 200 feet AGL and further than 5 miles from any airport or heliport , in order to safely and legally capture aerial photography and videograph y for use by owners of commercial and residential properties
, building contractors and inspectors, developers, realty agents, and for the inspection of stacks, towers, bridges, power lines, wind turbines, generating facilities
and other infrastructure. for compensation or hire

. I will also offer at no charge aerial photo/ video services to law enforcement and other first responder agencies

.

In reference (a), Exemption No. 111 91 (which is essentially identical to my request), an exemption was approved for an individual with no pilot certificate or experience . I currently hold a commercial pilot certificate, MEL, SEL, and instrument ratings. Iformerly held certificated flight in structor and advanced ground instructor certificates

. I will be supporting my request with the following information:

1) Uploaded file Drone Exemption Request

– Terence G. Haglund .pdf, 2) PHANTOM Flying Flow Chart V1.0 (Simplified Version); 3) PHANTOM 2 Vision+ Quick Start Guide, 4) PHANTOM 2 Vision+ Pilot Training Guide v1.1; 5) PHANTOM 2 Vision+ User
Manual v1.8
, (all hereinafter referred to as operating documents) ; and 6 ) Personal protocols and controls. I believe my request for exemption as outlined in the uploaded file Drone Exemption Request

– Terence G. Haglund .pdf is warranted in this case and respectfully request that it be granted without termination date for the reasons I have stated therein. Aerial photography and videography operations for pr ivate and/or commercial properties and businesses benefit the public with enhanced perspectives of characteristics, amenities, and benefits a property has that cannot be displayed through ground level photography and videography. Aerial videography and pho tography for inspections of stacks, towers, bridges, power lines, wind turbines, generating facilities and other infrastructure provides a much higher level of safety to the public and the structures at a fraction of the cost and without the burning of fos sil fuels which contaminate the atmosphere. And while this is essentially the same request as the one granted under Exemption No.
11191 / Regulatory Docket No. FAA

– 2014

– 0915 , my request goes further in that I currently hold a commercial pilot certificate

.

Thank you for your time and attention to my request.

Yours truly,

Terence G. Haglund17 April 2015

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

- 140 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Wash i ngton, DC 20590

RE: REQUEST FOR EXEMPTION UNDER SECTION 333 FROM 14 CFR PART 21, SUBPART H; 14 CFR 61.113 (A) AND (B) ; 14 CFR 91.109; 14 CFR 91.121; 14 CFR 91

. 151; (A); 14 CFR 91.405 (A); 14 CFR 91.407 (A)(L); 14 CFR 91.409 (A)(L) ; 14 CFR 91.409 (A)(2) ; 14 CFR 91.417 (A) AND (B)

Dear Sir or Madam:

In accordance with Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the Reform Act) and 14 CFR Part 11, Petitioner hereby applies for an exemption from the listed Federal Aviation Regulations (FA Rs) to allow commercial use of i ts Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUASs)
, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined herein or as may be established by the FAA as required by Section 333.

An exemption is being requested because (1) ex i sting regulations will burden Petitioner
, (2) Petitioner can provide a level of safety that i s equal (or greater than in many cases) to those provided by existing rules, and (3) the request is in the public interest. The
FAA's aut hority to issue exemptions from operating rules, and the Secretary's authority granted by Section 333 of P.L. 112

- 95, Special Rules for Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems, provide an opportunity to authorize certa in SUAS operations in the National Airspace System (NAS) prior to implementation of the SUAS rule

. This incremental stepwill allow Petitioner to safely and legally enter into the NAS.

As described in detail below, the requested exemption would permit Petitioner to operate SUASs under controlled c onditions in airspace that is (1) limited
, (2) predeterm i ned
, ( 3) controlled as to access, and (4) would provide safety enhancements to the already safe operations of those aircraft of similar size, weight, speed, and operating capability that have been granted entry into the NAS via the rules in Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) National Aircraf t Safety Code. 1

ALL COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED BELOW 200 FEET, WITHIN VISUAL
- LINE
- OF
- SIGHT, DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS
AND ROUGHLY FIVE MILES AWAY FROM ANY AIRPORT OR HELIPORT
LOCATION.

Approval of this exemption would thereby greatly enhance safety and fulfill the Secretary of Transportation's (the Secretary) responsibilities to " ... establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national a i rspace system" per Section 333 (c) of the Reform Act. 2

Petitioner is requesting exemption from the following regulations : 14 CFR Part 21, Subpart H 14 CFR 61.23 (a) 14 CFR 61.113 (a) and (b) 14
CFR 91.109
14 CFR 91.121
14 CF R 91.151 (a) 14

1 See the attached" AMA SafetyCode.pdf document. 2 Petitioner interprets this provision to place the duty on the Secretary to not only process applications for exemptions under section 333 of the Reform Act, but for the Secretary to craft conditions for safe operations of SUAS, if it should be determined that the conditions set forth herein do not fulfill the statutory requirements for approval.CFR 91.405 (a) 14 CFR 91.407 (a)(l) 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(l) 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(2) 14 CFR 91.417 (a) and (b)

This exemption application is expressly subm i tted to fulfill Congress' goal in passing Section 333 (a) through (c) of the Reform Act. This law directs the Secretary to consider whether certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the NAS before completion of the rulemaking required under Section 332 of the Reform Act. In making this determination, the Secretary is required to determine which types of S UAS ’ do not create a hazard to users of the NAS
, to the public, or pose a threat to national security.

Section 333 of the Reform Act grants the Secretary authority to determine (1) if an unmanned aircraft system, as a result of its size, weight, speed, operationa l capability, proximity to airports and populated areas, and operation within visual line of sight (VLOS) does not create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public
, or pose a threat to
national security, and (2) whether a certificate of waiver, certificate of authorization, or airworthiness certification under 49 USC 44704 is required for the operation of civil (nongovernmental) UASs. Therefore, if the Secretary determines that such vehicles "may operate safely in the na tional airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft in the national airspace syste m ". 3

Operation Overview
Petitioner’s DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ (“SUAS”) is a quadcopter , weighing 3 or fewer Ibs. ( including payload). The aircraft has the capability to hover and move in the vertical and horizontal planes simultaneously. They will operate only in visual line of slight (VLOS) and will operate only in tightly controlled and limited airspace. They are capable of operating at speeds of up t o 29 knots, but will be routinely operated at much lower

3 Reform Act Section 333 (b)speeds. They will routinely be operated below 200 feet above ground level (AGL), and unless and until regulations permit otherwise, never about 400 feet AGL.

Aerial photography and videography serv ices will be offered for use by owners of commercial and residential properties
, building contractors and inspectors, developers, realty agents, law enforcement and other first responders, and for the inspection of stacks, towers, bridges, power lines, win d turbines, generating facilities and other
infrastructure. All operations (with the possible exception of assisting law enforcement/first responders) will be conducted on private property and with the written and/or oral permission of the property owner(s). Operations will always be conducted in
areas that are clear of people , except the pilot in command (PIC) and the PIC's helper(s). Such o perations wi ll ensure that the UAS will "not create a hazard to users of the national airspace system or the public" 4

Aircraft
Petitioner operate s a Phantom 2 Vision+ (Phantom) S UAS manufactured by DJI, a well

known leader in quad copter technology. DJI strives to bring new perspectives to aerial work and help s companies accomplish feats safer, faster, and with greater efficiency. They have an unparalleled commitment to R&D, a culture of constant innova t ion, and a focus on transforming complex technology into easy

- to

- use devices.

The standard Phantom quad copter package includes the Phantom itself, camera, gimbal, propulsion system, flight control system, 5.8 GHz remote controller, and 2.4
GHz Wi

- Fi communication system. The remote uses a 5.8 GHz frequency to prevent interference with the video/telemetry channel. This second channel allows for a constant connection with the Phantom to monitor it via a smartphone that is attached to
the remote contr oller.

The Phantom is about 1 foot square in size. It has a maximum ascent speed of 11

4 http : //www.dji.com/product/phantom

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- vision

- plusknots, a maximum descent speed of 3 knots, and a maximum flight speed of 29 knots. While operating within VLOS, the remote control has a range of 2,624 feet. The total weight ( including the payload) is 2.55 pounds

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T he Phantom is equipped with a DJI Naza

- M V2 flight control system. This provides for incredible ease of use and stability. Pilots can control the Phantom's movements in many directions

- including forward and backward
, climb and descend, yaw ( turn left and right), and roll ( bank left or right). The flight control system can also provide Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC), failsafe, battery level warnings, and show the aircraft's current heading, directi on, and approximate distance from home on the on

screen radar. The built

- in GPS system aids in stabilizing the aircraft and automatically and safely returns it back to its home point if communication between the remote control and quad copter are lost or th e battery level becomes too low

.

The Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) has a built

- in inertial sensor and a barometric altimeter that measures both attitude (ATTI) and altitude. The inertial measurement tells
the Phantom how it's tilted. And the gyros tel l it if it's rotating in any particular direction.

The Phantom's compass re ads geomagnetic information and assist s the Global Positioning System (GPS) to accurately calculate the position and height of the aircraft. The vertical hover accuracy is +/

- 2.6 ft. The horizontal hover accuracy is +/

- 8.2 ft.

The Phantom has LED flight indicators beneath each of its four rotor arms. The LEDs illuminate to indicate the status of the flight control system and alert the PIC of any possible issues.

Such highly advanced capabil i ties will ensure that the Phantom can be safely operated and "not create a hazard to users of the national airspace system or the publ ic. " 6

5 http://www.dji.com/product/phantom

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- vision/spec

6 Reform Act Section 333 (b)Equivalent Level of Safety In an effort to join the FAA in its mission to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world and to minimize the risk to the NAS or to persons and property on the ground, Petitioner agrees to be bound by the following limitations and con ditions when conducting commercial operations under an FAA issued exemption:

A. For the purposes of ensuring the aircraft will be operated within the standards that the FAA has allowed in the AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code , except as modified or superseded by the proposed FAR Part 107 : 1

. SUASs will not be flown:
a. In a careless or reckless manner. b. At a location where SUAS activities are prohibi t ed

. 2. SUAS pilots will:

a

. Yield the right of way to all human

- carrying aircraft.
b. See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter will be used when appropriate

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c. Not conduct commercial operations higher than 200 feet above ground level or with i n five (5) mile s of an airport or heliport without notifying the airport operator , until such time as the FARs have been written or revised to permit higher flights or flights closer to an airport

. d. Not interfe r e with operations and traffic patterns at any a i rport, heliport or seaplane base except where there is a mixed

- use agreement.

e. Not exceed a takeoff weight of 55 pounds (including payload).
f. Ensure that the aircraft is identified by affixing the owner's contact
information to the outside of the SUAS.

7 AMA Document #540

- Dg. Not operate SUAS while under the influence of alcohol or while using any drug that could adversely affect the PIC's ability to safely
control the mode l.
h. Not operate SUASs carrying pyrotechnic devices that explode or
burn
, or any device that propels a projectile or dro ps any object that creates a hazard to persons or property. 3. SUASs will not be flown unless:

a. The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the specific event. b. An inexp e r ienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. All pilots will avoid flying directly over unprotected people, vessels, vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of life and property of
others.
5. A successful radio equipment ground

- range check in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations will be completed before the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft

. 6. SUASs will use the radio

- control frequencies currently allowed by
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
7. SUASs will not knowingly operate within five ( 5 ) miles of any pre

existing flying site without a frequency

- management agreement. 8
8. Excluding takeoff and landing
, no SUASs will be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the PIC and the PIC's helper(s) located at the takeoff /landing site.
9. Under no circumstances will a p i lot or other person touch a SUAS in flight wh i le it is still under power, except to divert it from striking an
individual. 10. The PIC of the SUAS shall:

a. Mainta i n control during the entire flight, mainta i ning visua l

8 AMA Documents #922 and #923contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses prescribed for the pilot

. b. Fly using the assistance of a camera or First

- Person View (FPV) only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA Document
#550.

c. Fly using the assistance of autopilot or stabilization system only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA D ocument
#560.
11. T he flying area will be clear of all utility w i res or poles and , except for utility line inspections, an SUAV will not be flown closer than 50 feet to any above

- ground electric utility lines

. 12. The flying area will be clear before the engine s are started, except for PIC and the PIC's helper(s).

B. In addition to the above rules outlined by the AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code and in an effort to enhance the safety offered by the already safe operations ment ioned above
, Petitioner also agrees to be bound by the following
limitations and conditions : 1. Flights will be operated within VLOS of the P I C.
2. Maximum total flight time for each operational flight will be 30 minutes. Flights will be terminated at 25% battery power reserve should that occur prior to the 30 minute limit.
3

. The SUAS will only operate in tightly controlled and limited airspace.
4. A briefing will be conducted in regard to the planned SUAS
oper ations prior to each flight

. It will be mandatory that all personnel who will be performing duties with i n the boundaries of the safety perimeter be present for this briefing.
5. The PIC and the PIC's helper(s) will have been trained in operation
of SUAS a nd received up

- to

- date information on the particular SUAS to beoperated.
6. The pilot and the PIC's helper(s) will at all times be able to communicate by voice

. 7. If the SUAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the SUAS will have capability t o return to a pre

- determined location with i n the security perimeter and safely land.
8. The SUAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies.
9. With the possible exception of flights conducted in support of law enforcement/first responder operations, a l l flights will be conducted on private property and with the written and/or oral permission of the property owner(s).
10. Flights will always be conducted in areas that are clear of all
peop l e, except for the PIC and the PIC's helper(s).
11. All flights will be conducted outdoors in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) and never during severe weather conditions.
12. Flights will not occur in weather cond i tions that prevent the PIC from operating within visual line

- of

- sight (VLOS) at all times or in weather conditions that dramatically affect the UAS's flight (e.g

. high winds)

. 13. If an operation occurs in an area where people could inadvertently enter the area, an operational border will be establishe d with traffic cones

. If it is not feasible to use traffic cones due to interference with the photography/videography, the PIC's helper(s) will be responsible for keeping a safe perimeter around the operation. The operation will cease immediately and be re scheduled if it is impossible to establish a safe
per i meter around the operation.

The operation of SUAS weighing less than 3 pounds , conducted in the strict conditions as outlined above, will provide an equivalent level of safety supporting the grant of exemptions requested herein, including exempting the applicant from the requirementsof Part 21 and allowing commercial operations.

These lightweight aircraft operate at slow speeds, close to the ground, and in a tightly controlled environment. As a result, they offer a much safer way to capture aerial photography and videography. Furthermore, the proposed operations represent a
safe ty enhancement to the already safe operations that have been granted by the FAA for the establishment of the AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code.

Preflight Action Plan The PIC will follow a comprehensive pre

- flight checklist to ensure that the SUAS i s in a condition for safe flight. This plan will be revised as needed in order to ensure all known safety precautions and/or safety precautions suggested by the manufacturer are being
accounted for.

A. Pre

- flight Inspection
1. Check that the remote control, aircraft battery, Wi

- Fi range extender, and smartphone are all fully charged.
2. Verify that the aircraft battery is not swollen or damaged in any way. Clean the contact needles and pads if necessary.
3. Manually t urn th e motor shafts to verify they are smooth and without excessive play or binding.
4. Verify that the propellers are mounted correctly. Propellers with a black top sh all be mounted on the mount shafts that have a black dot. Propellers with a silver top shall be mounted on the mount shafts that have a silver dot. Each propeller should spin all the way down onto the motor
shaft

. 5. Run finger along the edge of edge of each rotor blade to check for any rough edges.
6. Flex both side s of the rotor blades to check for hairline cracks
where the blades connect in the cente r of the rotor

.7

. Verify that the landing gear is secure (not cracked/broken/loose)

. 8. Verify that the compass and compass cable is firmly attached to th e landing gear.
9

. Verify that the Micro

- SD card has been inserted and formatted

. 10. Verify that the damping absorbers are not broken and/or worn.
11. Verify that the anti

- drop pins are in place and locked.
12. Remove the g imbal guard and camera l ens cap. 13. Verify that the camera is secure and clean. Inspect the camera ribbon cables for tears and/or signs of wear.
14. Verify that the smartphone's or tablet’s GPS is enabled

. 15. Set the smartphone or tablet to do

- not

- disturb mode to prevent distractions while flying.
16. Set the smartphone or tablet to forget any Wi

- Fi networks in range in order to prevent the Wi

- Fi connection from changing mid

- flight.
17. Verify that the smartphone or tablet’s audio is on to ensure the low battery warning and other alarms can be heard. B. Power Up
1

. Verify that S1 and S2 switches are in the top position on the remote
control.
2

. Power on the equipment in the following sequential order:

a. Range Extender ("System" is blinking green ; "Power" is solid green)
b. Remote Control (2 beeps to indicate it's in FCC mode)

c. Insert and start the Phantom battery.
3. Watch the Phantom LED startup sequence for abnormal indications. The rear LEDs should blink green for at least 10

- 15 seconds to indicate that it locked onto 6+ satellites and has marked the home point (for use by the failsafe feature).
4. Calibrate the P hantom's compass.
5. Place the Phantom at least 10 feet away on open, flat ground withthe battery indicators facing towards the PIC.

C

**.** DJI Vision Application
1

. Connect the smartphone or tablet Wi

- Fi to the range extender.
2. Launch the "DJI Vision" application on the smartphone.

a. Verify that the Wi

- Fi connection is "Phantom

- #####" and is marked with a green dot.
b

. Verify the number of satellites is 6+.

c. Verify the Wi

- Fi signal strength

. d. Verify that the Phantom and range extender batteries are reporting a full charge.

e. Verify that both the PIC's and Phan tom's location are the same before taking off to ensure the home point has been accurately marked.
f. Verify the location of the Pha ntom in the "Flight Radar". If it's not in the correct position/direction and/or shows a distance of "N/ A", it did not mark the home point.
g. Use the "Find my Phantom" feature to ensure the blue (home point location) and red (Phantom location) dots are in the same
location on the screen. D. Ready to Fly
1. Verify that the remote control antenna is perpendicular to the ground (pointing skyward).
2. Verify that the front, flat face of the range extender is pointed
toward the Phantom.
3. Verify that the rear LEDs are still slowly blinking green and still
connected to 6+ satellites.
4. Start the Phantom motors using the CSC command on the remote
control.
5. Verify that the motors are functioning normally, are n ot making anyunusual noises, and are all spinning at the same speed.
6. Verify that the area is still clear of obstructions, people, powe r lines,
etc.
7. Take off and hover at about 6

- 8 feet above the takeoff point to verify that the Phantom has a sol id GPS lock. If any abnormalities are noticed (drift i ng, flying in circles, etc.), land immediately and repeat the
"Pre

- flight I nspection" and " Power Up" sequences.
8

. Verify that the Phantom ho l ds a steady position wh i le yawing 360 degrees.
9. Verify that the Phantom response appropriately to all controls

- yaw left/right, forward/backward, bank left/right, and throttle up/down.

Preventative Maintenance A comprehensive preventative maintenance plan will be followed in order to ensure the
SUAS's software is up

- to

- date, the batteries are in good health, and the aircraft itself is always ready for safe flight 9

.

Pilot in Command (PIC) Qualifications
The Petitioner is the holder of c ommercial pilot certificate 2133412 , single and multi engine land
, single engine sea, with and instrument rating , and is a former certificated flight instructor and advanced ground instructor

.

The Petitioner holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration (Aviation Administration) granted from the Univers ity of North Dakota

. Courses in that curriculum
included lengthy studies of aviation meteorology and airspace regulations and
restrictions . Accordingly, I t may be assumed that the P etitioner ( with UH

- 34 Navy helicopter experience and over 1500 hours of fixed wing experience , along with hundreds of hours operating various radio controlled helicopters and quadrotors ) has

9 See the "Preventative Maintenance Checklist" on page 41 of the attached "PhantomGuide

. pdf" document.the skill and ability to safely operate an unmanned aerial vehicl e conducting commercial operations below 200 feet within strictly controlled
, pre - approved a i rspace

. Since there are no standards for either private or commercial SUAS pilot certificates, knowledge of airspace regulations and dexterity in the control and operation of the SUAS acquired from actual operat ion of the aircraft will be the most important factors in establishing an equivalent level of safety.

Furthermore, the petitioner has accomplished the following:
1. Perform ed in excess of 5 0 flights with the Phantom.
2. Successfully learn ed and demons trate d all flight maneuvers in the "Phantom Pilot Training Guide ". 10
3

. Studied and is familiar with all sections of the "Phantom 2 Vision+ User
Manual "

. 11

4. Studied and is familiar with all sections of the "Guide to the Phantom 2 Vision
& Vision+ " **12**
5. Studied
, is familiar with, and can demonstrat e (where possible) the "Always
B e Prepared for the Worst" scenarios

. 13

Public Interest Granting this exemption would benefit the public as a whole

. SUASs offer a strong equivalent or greater level of safety, a reduction in env i ronmental impacts
, and are free from the harmful emissions associated with the manned aircraft that are currently used for aerial photography and videography. Due to the small size of the SUAS and the tightly controlled and limited airsp ace in which the SUAS will operate, approval of this application presents no risk to the public

. Furthermore, the public will be able to legally

10 See the attached "PhantomTrainingGuide.pdf" document.
11 See the attached "PhantomUserManual.pdf" document.
12 See the attached "PhantomGuide.pdf" document

. 13 See "Always be prepared for the Worst" on page 13 of the attached "Guide to the
Phantom 2 Vision & Vision+"

.acquire ae r ial photography and videography to help in advertising commercial, residential and agricultural pro perty for sale or development, safely accessing high
and/or awkward areas of a building exterior s to assess damage that needs to be repaired
, and stack, tower , wind turbine and bridge inspections , and assisting first responders at no charge in crowd management and search and rescue operations.

Privacy
Since most of the areas being photographed or videoed will be on private property, accessed only after receiving written and/or oral consent by the property owner(s), and clear of people except for the PIC and the PIC's helpe r (s), approval of this application presents no risk to the public privacy

. And a s a former federal law enforcement officer
the petitioner is cognizant of and sensitive to privacy issues and the necessity to avoid
inv asions of privacy rights.

National Security
Due to the small size of the SUAS a nd the tightly controlled and limited airspace in which the SUAS will operate, approval of this application presents no risk to nat i onal security

.

Requested Exemptions
Petitioner requests exemption from the following regulations since it is not possible to
fu ll y comply with them, and since attempting to follow them for the purposes of operating a SUAS would be unreasonably burden some :

Airworth i ness Certif i cates 14 CFR Part 21, Subpart H Subpart H establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance of airworthiness certificates as required by FAR 91.203 (a) (1)

. Given the size and limited operating area associated with the aircraft to be utilized by Petitione r , an exemption from Part 21 Subpart H meets the requirements of an equivalent level of safety under Part 11 and Section 333 of the Reform Act

. The Federal AviationAct (49 USC 44701 (f)) and Section 333 of the Reform Act both authorize the FAA to exempt aircraft from the requirement for an airworthiness certificate, upon
consid e ration of the size, weight, speed
, operational capability, and proximity to airports and populated areas of the particular SUAS. In all cases, an analysis of
these criteria demons trates that the SUAS operated without an airworthiness certificate, in the restricted environment and u n der the condit i ons proposed, will
be at least as safe
, or safer, than a conventional aircraft operat i ng with an airworthiness certificate without the restrictions and conditions proposed.

Medical certificates 14 CFR 61.23 (a) This regulat i on requires pilots of manned aircraft to ho ld a medical certificate.
R isks associated with the operation of the pr oposed SUAS are greatly diminished from the level of risk associated with any manned aircraft due, in part, to the SUAS ’ small size, light weight
, low speed, and operational capabilities which
makes it much safer than any manned aircraft. And since operat ions will occur in tightly controlled and limited airspace, obtaining and maintaining a medical certificate would not improve the safety of the operation. In the very rare case of a mishap, the SUAS being flown will pose significantly less of a threat tha n manned helicopters and fixed wing aircraft because the SUASs are a tiny fraction of the size, a fraction of the weight
, will be flown at a fract i on of the spee d, carry no flammable fuel, carry no crew or passengers , and will autonomously return to
home in the event of l oss of communications with the pilot.

Civil Aircraft Airworthiness 14 CFR 91.7(a) Relief from Section 91.7(a) entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness , is requested to the extent required to allow Petitioner to determine that the DJI Phant om 2 Vision + S UAS is in an airworthy condition prior to every flight by ensuring that the S UAS is in compliance with the DJI Phantom 2 Vision + User Manual, and that the aircraft is in a condition for safe flight.Petitioner seeks the requested relief because the DJI Phan tom 2 Vision + does not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Therefore, prior to every flight, Petitioner will ensure that the DJI
Phantom 2 Vision + is in an ai rworthy condition based upon a visual inspection, in
order to determine that the aircraft and its components are in compliance with its type design and operating documents (i.e., the Phantom 2 Vision + User Manual ), and that the aircraft can be operated saf ely pursuant to the conditions and
limitations stated herein.

Flight inst r uction 14 CFR 91.109 This regulation provides that no person may operate a civil aircraft (except a manned free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that aircraft has fully functioning dual controls.

SUASs and other remotely piloted aircraft, by their de sign
, do not have fully functional dual controls. Flight control is accomplished through the use of a
control box that communicates with the aircraft via radio communications. The FAA has approved exemptions for flight training without fully functional dua l controls for a number of aircraft and for flight instruction in experimental aircraft. The equivalent level of safety is provided by the fact that neither a pilot nor passengers will be carried in the aircraft and by the small size and slow speed of
the aircraft.

Altimeter settings 14 CFR 91.121 This regulation requires each person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising altitude by referenc e to an altimeter that is set " ... to the elevation of the departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before departure."
As the SUAS does not have a barometric altimeter, but instead a is equipped with a barometric pr essure sensor and GPS equipment that automaticall y ensures that a ground level pressure setting will be established prior to eachflight, and provides the PIC with altitude information of the aircraft on t he heads

up display of the remote controller
, an exemption may be needed. The operator
will achieve an equivalent level of safety by confirming the altitude of the launch site shown on the GPS altitude indicator before flight.

Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions 14 CFR 91

. 151 (a) This regulation prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed

- (1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 30 minutes; or (2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 minutes."

The battery powering the SUAS provides a maximum of 3 5 minutes of powered flight ; t hat would make it impossible to meet th e 30

- minute reserve requirement. Given the limitations on the SUAS's proposed flight area and the location of its proposed operations within a predetermined area, a shorter time frame for flight in daylight VFR conditions is reasonable.

An equivalent level of safety can be achieved by limiting flights to 30 minutes or
25% of remaining battery powe r (whichever occurs first). This restriction would be more than adequate to return the SUAS to its planned la n ding zone from anywhere in its limited operating area.

Maintenance I nspections 14 CFR 91.405 (a); 14 CFR 91.407 (a)(l) ; 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(l); 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(2); 14 CFR 91.417 (a) and (b) These regulations require that an aircraft operator or owner " shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall between required inspections
, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, havediscrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapte r

... "
, and others
sh all inspect or maintain the aircraft in compliance with Part 43.

Given that these sections and Part 43 apply only to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, they do not apply to the operation of this SUAS

. The operator
, pursuant to the aforementioned DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ user manual and guide
, will accomplish any required maintenance . An equivalent level of safety will be achieved because these small SUASs are very limited in size, will carry a small payload, and operat e only in restr i cted areas for limited periods of time. If mechanical issues arise, the SUAS can land immediately and will be operating from no higher than 200 feet AGL ( until such time as regulations permit operations at higher altitudes)

. As outlined in the aforementioned Pre

- flight Action Plan, the operator will ensure that the SUAS is in working order prior to initiating flight and will perform maintenance as required. Moreover
, the operator is the person most familiar with the a i rcraft and best su i ted to maintain the aircraft in an airworthy condition to provide the equiva l ent l e vel of safety.

In accordance with 14 CFR Part 11, the following summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register:

Petitioner seeks an exemption from the following rules: 14 CFR Part 21, Subpart H; 14 CFR 61.113 (a) and (b); 14.CFR 91.7(a); 14 CFR 91.109; 14 CFR 91.121; 14 CFR 91.151; (a); 14 CFR 91.405 (a); 14 CFR 91.407 (a)(l); 14 CFR 91.409 (a)(l) & (a)(2) ; 14 CFR 91.417 (a) and (b ) to commercially operate small unmanned aircraft systems (55 Ibs. or less) below 200 feet AGL and further than 5 miles from any airport or heliport, in order to safely and legally capture aerial photography and videography for use by
homeowners , bui lders and inspectors , realt y agents , first responders/law enforcement, and for the inspection of stacks, towers, bridges , power lines, wind turbines, generating facilities and other infrastructure.The operation of SUASs conducted in the strict conditions outlined above, will provide an equivalent and/or greater level of safety supporting the grant of the exemptions requested herein, including exempting the applicant from the requi r ements of Part 21 and allowing commercial operations

. These lightweight air craft operate at slow speeds, close to the ground, and in a sterile environment, a n d as a result, are far safer than existing operations conducted with helicopters operating in close proximity to the ground, people, or other buildings in the vicinity.

Gi ven the small size of the SUASs involved, the slow speed at which they must be operated in order to capture photos and videos, and the restricted environment within which they will operate, the Phantom demonstrates that it can be operated within an equival ent level of safety in which Congress envisioned that the FAA must, by exemption
, allow commercial operations of SUASs to commence immediately

. Also, due to the size of the SUASs and the restricted areas in which the relevant SUASs will operate, approval o f this application presents no threat to nationa l security. Given the clear direction in Section 333 of the Reform Act, the author i ty contained in the Federal
Aviation Act
, the strong equivalent level of safety surrounding the proposed operations
, the significant public benefit

- including enhanced safety
, reduction in environmental impacts, no emissions, ability to legally obtain aerial photography and videography
services

- the grant of the requested exemptions is i n the public interest. According ly,
Petitioner respectfully requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption without delay.

Satisfaction of the criteria provided in Section 333 of the Reform Act

- size, weight, speed, operating capability, proximity to airports and populated areas, operation within the visual line of sight, public safety, and national security

- provide more than adequate justification to grant petitioner’s requested exemption, allo wing for commercial operations as described herewith.CONCLUSION

As set forth herein, Petitioner seeks an exemp tion pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 11.61 and Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA), which will permit safe operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision + S UAS commercially, without an airworthiness certificate, for the limited purpose of conducting aerial photography an d videography for use by owners of commercial and residential properties , realt y agents , builders, contractors, developers and/or inspectors, first responders/law enforcement,
and for inspections of stacks, towers, bridges, power lines, wind turbines, gene rating
facilities and other infrastructure , and any other lawful purposes, for compensation or
hire. By granting this Petition, the FAA Administrator will be fulfilling the Congressional mandate of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, while also advancing the interests of the public, by allowing Petitioner to safely, efficiently, and economically operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ S UAS commercially within the NAS.

WHEREFORE , in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Section 333, Petitioner respectfully requests that the Administrator grant this Petition for an exemption from the requirements of 14
C.F.R Sections 61. 113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), and permit Petitioner to operate S UAS commercially for the purpose of conducting aerial photography and videography for use by owners of commerci al and residential properties , realt y agents , builders, contractors, developers and/or inspectors, first responders/law enforcement, and for inspections of stacks, towers, bridges, power lines, wind turbines, generating facilities and other
infrastructure
, and any other lawful purposes, for compensation or hire.

Dated: April 1 7 , 2015

Sincerely, Terence G. Haglund Enclosures (4)