September 27,2015
Joseph Wolfinger Wolfinger Aerial Imagery 51230MayfairTerrace Novi, MI48374 (517)937-1175 J_A_Wolfinger@yahoo.com 

### Dear SirorMadam, Pursuantto Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (the"Reform Act") and 14 C.P.R. Part 11, operators atWolfinger Aerial Imagery seek an exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations detailed herein for the operation oflightweight aerial imaging equipment, also referred to throughout as Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), as well as their groundbased operation equipment described within. 

## OurAircraft: Our operation will include a single UAS, manufacturer DJI, referred to hereinafter as the Inspire 1. (UAS manuals attached). The DJI Inspire 1has the following flight and safety relatable features:
• Inspire 1is a UAS Quadcoptermade by DJIthat has a fixed gimbal and camera attached to the bottom. Inspire 1has a maximum weight of6.47lb. (2965 grams), and a maximumrange of2000m.
• Inspire 1has built in telemetry to allow the operator to see all onboard information relating to the safety offlight including but not limited to battery percentageremaining, overall health of the operating system, built-in GPS for positionhold and automatic return-to-home, and multiple fail-safes for maximum safety.

• The onboard camera allows the operatorto record High Definition video, as well as take camera stills. The video is transmitted real-time to the control and operator allowing the operator to see images to all sides ofthe UAS utilizing an Apple iPad Air.

• DJI Inspire 1is limited to a maximum assentrate of5 rn/s and has amaximum decentrate of 4 rn/s. It also has a limitation ofmaximum speed of22 rnls or49 mph.

• The Inspire 1will be operated with a 5700maH lithiumpolymer battery allowing for flight times not to exceed 22 minutes. 

## Our Ground Based Control and Guidance System:

• DJI Inspire 1is controlledusing a DJI transmitter, operating on a 2.4GHz frequency to a maximum range of2km. (Specific operatingrange of2.400-2.483GHz.) (See Manual Appendix page 57 for all specifications.) These specifications fall within FCC guidelines for operators. Poweredby a lithium polymerbattery ithas a 4 hour time between charges.

### • The DJI Inspire 1transmitterhas a built in GPS allowing the Inspire 1to always know where to return to in the event ofa failure.

• The Inspire 1transmitter will be controlled by a single operator, but will utilize aVisual Observer when necessary. 

## OurOperator:

• Wolfinger Aerial Imagery will use a single operatorfor eachflight, and when able/necessary use a Visual Observer to assist in keeping sight ofthe Inspire 1at all times. Atno time will the UAS be flown outside ofvisual line-of-sight and visual range.
• Our operatorholds an ATP (Certificate#3144231) with over4 years experience in airline operations. He also holds a CFII (#3144231CFI).
• Ouroperatorhas over 2950 flight hours and 10 years experience in aviation. He received a BachelorofSciencein Aviation from Western Michigan University.
• JosephWolfinger (Certificate# 3144231) will be the onlypilot to operate the UAS. 

## OurBase Intent: Wolfinger Aerial Imagery will be utilizing the UAS for multiple projects for time to time. These include:

• Precision Farming
o Farms in Central/Southeastern Michigan can see an advantage from using ourUAS to inspectfields. Utilizing our UAS to inspectfields over a more traditional gas/turbine aircraft will save time and money as well as increase safety.
• Microwave TowerInspection
o Inspecting microwave towers (including cellular telephone towers) traditionally requires a human inspection. Utilizing a UAS to inspectthese towers greatly improves safety and will prevent deaths oftower Inspectors.
• Bridge Inspections
o Similarto inspecting towers with the use ofUAS, the required inspections oflocal bridges and overpasses will see a significant amount ofincreased safety.

### • Livestock Search and Inspection
o Searchingfor cattle and otherlivestock utilizing traditional means is both time consuming and ineffective. We plan to utilize the UAS to aid farmers and ranchers in making this process much faster, saving time and money. Also, using the Inspire 1 will increase safety by preventing adjusters from having to climb tall ladders and roofs to make such inspections.
• Factory Inspections (bothinternal and external)
o Similarto tower and bridge inspections, we plan to use the Inspire 1to conduct inspections within and outside ofmanufacturing facilities. These dangerous and costly inspections will be made safer and less expensive with use ofour UAS.
• Commercial Advertising Video and Photography
o WolfingerAerial Imagery has a significant amount ofinterest in taking video and photos for advertising in ourlocal area. Utilizing the UAS will offer a significant improvementto the agency with regards to both safety and cost. Using a 6lb.UAS comparedto a gas turbine helicopter or aircraft will offer a considerable safety margin as well as cost savings advantage.

• Real Estate Photography and Videography
o Real Estate photography will see a significant impact with our services, allowing real estate agents a much more competitive product at a much lowerprice. Safety will also be increased as well as productivityby utilizing our services.
• Police/Fire/Search and Rescue
o Wolfinger Aerial Imagery intends to offer our services on a voluntary and pro bono basis for multiple local services including but not limited to Police services, fire fighting services, and search and rescue. These services will increase safety associated with law enforcement and search and rescue. The services will be offered free ofcharge to the community. 

## Our Safety and Operating Plan: Utilizing our UAS in a safe manner is ofupmost importance. Safety will be the guiding principle of our operation, both with respect to the National Airspace System, as well as persons and property on the ground. Our Safety plan will start with complying with all Federal Aviation Regulations, as well as conducting audits ofsafety procedures set forth within Wolfinger Aerial Imagery to keep up to date with the safestpractices.

### Ourinitial safetyphilosophy will be based on the premise of"Be Safe Before Takeoff''. We will complete preflightchecklists set forth by DJI, the UAS manufacturer, as well as do thorough postflight inspections. (See attached for the complete checklist) We will also complete post-flight checklist and debriefs to constantly monitor ourprocedures and identify any changes that can be made, similarto those set forth on airline flight decks. Maintenance andrepair ofourUAS will be conducted solely bythe manufacturer, DJI, by its employees ordesignated technicians. Withrespect to safety, Wolfinger Aerial Imagery believes the manufacturerholds higher maintenance abilities. WolfingerAerial Imagery will comply with the following at all times when conducting commercial operations: 1. All operations will remain outside Class A, B, C, D airspace. 2. Our operating system will be programmedbefore all flights to avoid airports such not to accidentally fly too close to one. The onboard system will not allow the Inspire 1to fly into such airspace. This is an automatic safety feature within the Inspire 1. 3. Operations conducted byWolfinger Aerial Imagery will always remain within visual line-ofsight ofthe UAS. Neverto exceedthe limitations ofouroperator's eye sight. We will limit the maximumrange ofthe UAS to not exceed a single person's visual eye-sightrange. Utilizing the software within the UAS will help to maintain this limit, not to exceed 300m. (.186 miles) 4. OurUAS will never carry an implement not approved by the manufacturer and will never exceed a weight of55 lb. as stated within this exemption. 5. All operations conductedby Wolfinger Aerial Imagery will be at an altitude ofless than 400ft AGL, while the majority ofour operations will be at an altitude less than 200ft AGL. The Inspire 1 has an automatic altitude limit built in and will be set and checked by our operatorpriorto every flight operation as part ofthe pre-flight inspection. 6. Wolfinger Aerial Imagery will not conduct operations with a speed in excess of27 knots. The Inspire 1UAS has an automatic speed limiter that will be set and checkedprior to every flight by the operator as part ofthe pre-flight inspection checklist. 7. All operations will be conducted in Day VFR conditions. Minimumflight visibility for all operation will be 5 miles. Minimum cloud ceilings will be 2000ft OVC (overcast) or BKN (broken). 8. All operations will be conducted away from densely populated areas. Wolfinger Aerial Imagery will work with local officials to make sure any required local documents or permits are attained priorto each flight. 9. Prior to each flight our operator will conduct a safety audit ofthe area to be flown. An assessment will be made with regards to persons, property, and weather. This assessment will allow our operatorto determine whether a safe operation and outcome will be expected.

### 10. Our operation will utilize a single, dual-bandtransceiver and will maintain a "listening watch" ofairspace surrounding the operations. (Example, we will monitor both local frequency 122.8 as well as maintain watch ofemergency frequency 121.5.) Our operator will also make traffic advisories ofour operation location and maximum altitudes prior to all flights utilizing the UAS. 11. Priorto operating under this exemption, our operatorwill obtain a Certificate ofWaiver or Authorization (COA) from the FAA AirTraffic Organization. 12. Areas ofoperation are attached at the bottom ofthis document. Part ofthe addendum section. 

## The currentregulations we are seeking exemption from:

• 14 CFR Part 21 (h) Airworthiness Certification
o Underthis part we seek exemption to apply for and maintain airworthiness certification for ourUAS. Model and serial number ofourUAS will be provided within.
• 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart A: Airworthiness 91.7 (a) Civil Aircraft Airworthiness
o Underthis part, "no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy condition."
o We seek exemption from this part, as we will keep ourUAS in a safe, reliable, and airworthy condition, it may not meet all standards as set for by this part ofthe FAR's. Our operator will assume all responsibility for determining that the UAS is in a condition safe for flight, as well as a condition that will notharm otherpeople or property. This will be accomplished using specific guidelines from the manufacture, DJI, as well as following any guidance set for routine maintenance.
• 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart C: 91.203: Certifications Required
o Underthis part, (a) no person may operate an aircraftunless ithas within itthe following; An appropriate and current airworthiness certificate. This part also includes regulations regarding the use offuel tanks, which do not apply.
o We seek exemption from this part as an airworthiness certificate does not apply to our specific UAS.

• 14 CFR Part 91 SubpartB; 91.119 Minimum Safe Altitude

o Underthis part, (a) no person may operate an aircraft below an altitude allowing, if powerfails, an emergency landing without undue hazard. (c) over other than congested areas an altitude below 500ft AGL.

### o We seek exemption from this part due to the nature ofthe operation, as well as the safetyprocedures set forth will have little to no risk ofdamaging any person or structure.

• 14 CFRPart91 SubpartB; 91.121 (a)(1) Altimeter Setting
o This section pertains to setting an altimeter setting below 18000ftto a reported altimeterreporting station setting.

o We seek expedition from this part as ourUAS has no way ofsetting an alternate altimeter setting. With a built-in barometer, the Inspire 1uses real-time data to determine altitude each flight. Operating less than 400ft AGL, we feel ourUAS will have little to no impact on otherparticipating aircraft. Also, with flights not to exceed 16 minutes (22 minute battery, and landing at 30% batteryremaining) our UAS will not need to recalibrate its altimeter while in flight.

• 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.151 Fuel Required for VFR flight

o This section contains requirements for fuel in VFR flight for combustion engines.
o We seek exemption from this part as our UAS operates offofbattery power only. We feel our operations will not compromise safety to either the operator orproperty as we have set forth a procedure to land ourUAS when the battery level reaches 30%, or approximately 6 minutes flight time remaining. The Inspire 1has built in battery telemetry that feeds information real time to the operator and an alarm notifies the operator ofminimumbattery level remaining. (See attached manual for more information)

• 14 CFR Part 91 SubpartE; 91.405 Maintenance Required
o This section contains requirements for the operator to maintain and have inspected the aircraft in accordance with Part 43 ofthe CFR. Under this section it is required to keep maintenance logbooks with the aircraft. It also requires the aircraft to contain placards ofthe inoperative equipment.
o We seek exemption from this part as our UAS will not be operating with inoperative equipment and is too small to carry logbooks. We also seek exemption due to no certified maintenance technicians will work on the UAS. Under this exemption Wolfinger Aerial will be completing pre-flight and post-flight inspections, and any required maintenance orrepairs will be completed by the manufacturer, DJI, or one ofits certified technicians.
• 14 CFR Part 91 SubpartE; 91.407 Operation After Maintenance
o This part requires an aircraft that has undergone repair, rebuilding, alterations, or general maintenance to be approved by an authorized person required by CFR 43.9 and CFR43.11.

### o We seek exemption from this part as these inspections do notpertain to our operation ofthe UAS. The operator will be responsible for determining the airworthiness ofthe UAS priorto each flight. After maintenanceprovided by the manufacturer, the operator will complete test flights before any operation in the vicinity ofpersons or property to assure all systems are functioning normally.

• 14 CFRPart 91 SubpartE; 91.409 Inspections
o This section provides details ofthe required inspection on an aircraft. No person will operate an aircraftunless in the preceding 12 months an aircraft has had (1) an inspection and (2) an airworthiness certificate issued.
o We seek exemption from this part as the inspection and airworthiness certificate to not apply to our UAS. Our operator will be responsible for the inspection and airworthiness determination prior to each flight and will have the UAS repaired by the manufacturer or one ofits certified technicians, ifthe UAS is found to be in a state otherthan intendedbut the manufacturer.

• 14 CFRPart 91 SubpartE; 91.417 Maintenance Records

o This section requires the owner/operator to complete and retain a list ofall records pertaining to the work preformed, the date ofcompletion, the signature ofthe inspector, and all work performed on the aircraft.

o We seek exemption from this part as the inspections and technician work will not apply. Our operator will be responsible for determining the airworthiness ofthe UAS prior to each flight and will not operate the UAS in any condition otherthan intended by the manufacturer. The operatorwill keep records ofall work completed bythe maintenance facility.

• 14 CFRPart 91 SubpartB; 91.103 Preflight Action

o This section requires eachpilotprior to flight will become familiar will all available information pertaining to that flight including runway lengths, flight information, weather, etc. For any flight, runway lengths at airports ofintended use, and the following takeoffand landing distance information include; all applicable informationrelating to aircraftperformance, airport elevation, runway slope, aircraft gross weight, wind and temperature.

o We seek exemption from this part as our operator, while utilizing all available information for the safe operation ofthe UAS, will not have the above information available for most flights. The operator will use goodjudgment and all resources available to ascertain the information necessary for the safe operation ofthe UAS. A preflight inspection will be accomplished according to the manufactures instructions prior to each flight.

### • 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.105 Flight Crew members Stations

o This section pertains to the required crew members being at their stations during all phases offlight, and requires the use ofseatbelts and shoulder harnesses.

o We seek exemption from this section as itpertains to aircraft with flight crew member stations. OurUAS does not have such stations.
• 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.9 Placement ofManual

o This part states no aircraft may operate without a manual onboard the aircraft.

o OurUAS is not large enough to carry such operating manual. We will however carry a currentmanufacturermanual in the UAS carrying case along with the operator on all flights.

• 14 CFR Part 45.23

o Under this part, it is required that each operatormust display onthat aircraft marks consisting ofthe Roman capital N followed by the registration number ofthe aircraft.

o Our UAS is too small to attachthe "N" number. We seek exemption from this part as we will be attaching the registration or serial number as required on the UAS.

### WolfingerAerial Imagery and its owners are committedto a "Safety First" atmosphere. We are committedto conducting our operation in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and maintaining a safety margin ofat least those regulations while striving to exceed expectations set forth bythe FAA. We are confidentwe can approach our operations with safety while adding a significant advantage to our community both through private and civil services. Wolfinger Aerial Imagery is prepared to respond to any concerns and look forward to working with you on this importantexemption. Please contact us with any other questions orconcerns. Sincerely,
Joseph Wolfinger WolfingerAerial Imagery



# Addendurns:

### Specifications Features Advanced Ready-to-Fly Design Powerful Propulsion System Aerodynamic Transforming Design Modular, Upgradeable System New Camera and Gimbal System Live HD View Create Together Fly Indoors and Without GPS using Vision Positioning System IntelligentPower Management System Full-FeaturedApp DedicatedControls A Complete Ready-To-Fly System

Remote Controller OperatingFrequency 922.7- 927.7 MHz (Japan Only) 5.725

- 5.825 GHz 2.400

- 2.483 GHz Transmitting Distance (outdoor and unobstructed: 2 km EIRP 10dBm@900M 13dBm@5.8G 20dBm@2.4G

CameraOutputPower:9W Battery: 6000 mAh LiPo 2S Max Mobile Device Width: 170mm
Total Pixels: 12.76M Effective Pixels: 12.4M ISO Range: 100-3200 (video) 100-1600 (photo) Image Max Size:4000x3000 Lens : 9 Elements in 9 groups ,Anti-distortionGimbal

WeightModel:ZENMUSEX3 OutputPower (with camera):Static : 9 W ; In Motion : 11 W Angular Vibration Range:±0.03° Controllable Range:Pitch : -90°- +30° ; Pan : ±320° Mechanical Range:Pitch : -125°- +45° ; Pan : ±330° Max Controllable Speed : Pitch : 120°/S ; Pan: 180°/s

2935g (Battery Included) TakeoffWeight 3400g HoveringAccuracy (GPS mode) Vertical : 0.5m ; Horizontal : 2.5m Max Angular Velocity Pitch : 300°/s ; Yaw : 150°/s Max Tilt Angle 35° Max Ascent/Descent Speed 5/4 m/s Max Speed 22m/s (ATTI mode, no wind) Max Flight Altitude4500m Max Wind Speed Resistance lOm/s OperatingTemperature Range -10°-40°C Max FlightTime Approximately 18 minutes IndoorHovering Enabledby default



### Checklists: Preflight Checklist 1. Remote controller, aircraft battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 3. Micro-SD card has been inserted ifnecessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 5. Motors can start and are functioning as normal. 6. DJIPilot app connectedto the aircraft.

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# Using this manual Legends Warning Important Hints and Tips Reference 

### Before Flight The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensure you to make full use ofyour Inspire 1. 1.Disclaimer 2.In the Box 3.Inspire 1Quick Start Guide 4.Safety Guidelines 5.Inspire 1User Manual 6.IntelligentFlight Battery Safety Guidelines Watching all the tutorial videos and reading the Disclaimerbefore flight is recommended. Afterwards, prepare for your first flight by using the Inspire 1 Quick Start Guide. Refer to this manual for more comprehensive information. 

### Watch the video tutorials Please watch the tutorial video below to learn how to use Inspire 1correctly and safely: www.dji.com/product/inspire-llvideo 

### Download the DJI Pilot app Download and install the DJIPilot app before use. Scan the QR code or visit "http://m.dji.net/djipilot" to download the app.Forthe best experience, use mobile device withAndriod V 4.1.2 or above. Requires iOS 8.0 or later.



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# Contents Using this manual Legends 2 Before Flight 2 Watch the video tutorials 2 Download the DJI Pilot app 2 Product Profile Introduction 6 Feature Highlights 6 Assemble the Aircraft 7 Aircraft Diagram 9 Remote Controller Diagram 9 Aircraft Flight Controller 12 Flight Mode 12 Flight Status Indicator 12 Return to Home (RTH) 13 Dynamic Home Point 15 Vision Positioning System 16 Flight Recorder 17 Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 17 DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 18 Remote Controllers Remote Controller Profile 24 Remote Controller Operations 24 Dual Remote Controllers Mode 29 Remote Controller Status LED 31 Linking the Remote Controller 32 Remote Controller Compliance Version 33 Gimbal and CameraCamera Profile 35 Gimbal 36

DJI PilotApp Camera 40 Map 43 Academy 43 User Center 43 Flight Flight Environment Requirements 45 Flight Limits and Flight Restriction Area 45 Preflight Checklist 49 Calibrating the Compass 49 Auto Take-off and Auto Landing 50 Starting/Stopping the Motors 51 Flight Test 51 FAQ Appendix Specifications 57 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 60 How to Update Firmware 61 FCC Compliance 62 4< 

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This chapter describes the features ofInspire 1, instructs you to assemble the aircraft and explains the components on the aircraft andremote controllers.

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# Product Profile Introduction The Inspire I is brand new quadcopter capable ofcapturing 4Kvideo and transmitting an HD video signal (up to 2km) to multiple devices straight out of thebox. Equipped with retractable landing gear, it can capture an unobstructed 360 degree view from its camera. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to

### l maximize stability and weight efficiencywhile minimizing space. Whenno GPS signal is available, Vision Positioningtechnology provides hovering precision. 

### Feature Highlights Camera and Gimbal: Up to 4Kvideo recording and 12 megapixel photo capture. Reserved mounting space for ND filters for better exposure control. New quick-release mount allows you to remove the camera with ease. HD Video Downlink: Low latency, HD downlinkpoweredby an enhanced version ofthe DJI Lightbridge system. It also provides dual controllers mode. Landing gear: Retractable landing gearthat enables an unobstructed panoramic view from the camera. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: 4500 rnAh DJllntelligent Flight Battery employs newbattery cells and abattery management system. Flight Controller: The next generation flight controller systemprovides a more reliable flight experience. A new flight recorder stores the flight data from each flight, and Vision Positioning enhances hovering precision when no GPS is available.

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### Assemble the Aircraft Unlocking Travel Mode The aircraft is in Travel Mode during delivery. Followthese steps to change it to Landing Modebefore yourfirst flight: 1. Insertthe Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment. 2. Power on the Remote Controller and the IntelligentFlight Battery. 3. Toggle the Transformation Switch up and down at leastfour times. 4. Power offthe aircraft. Travel Mode Togglex4 Landing Mode Battery mustbefully charged before using itfor the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" (P21) for more information
. Ifyou have purchasedthe dual remote controller version, you must use the Masterremote controllerto deactivate Travel Mode. Refer to "Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode" (P30) section for more infromation aboutMaster remote controller. Be sure to remove the gimbal from the aircraftbefore switch from Landing Mode to Travel Mode. Placethe aircraft on the smooth and reflective surface (e.g. table ortile) before switchingbetween the travel modes to the landing mode. Do not place the aircraft on the rough and sound-absorbing surface (e.g. carpet) before switching between the travel modes and landing mode. Installing Gimbal and Camera 1. Remove Gimbal Cover. 2. Rotate the Gimbal Lockto the unlocked position (to the right when facing the nose ofthe aircraft). 3. Insertthe gimbal by aligning the white mark onthe Gimbal. 4. Rotate the Gimbal Lockback into the locked position.

Gimbal Cover 3 Gimbal Lock Mounting Place
Gimbal Connector 2
LockedEnsurethe Micro-SD card is correctly inserted into the camera. INSPIRE 1 User Manual ProductProfile
© ?014 DJL AH Rights Resen·ed. 7INSPIRE 1 User Manual Attaching Propellers Attach propellers with theblack nut onto motors with the black dot and spin counter-clockwiseto secure. Attach propellers with gray nut onto motors without ablack dot and spin clockwiseto secure. ProductProfile Place all propellers onto the correct motor and tighten by hand to ensure security before flight. Preparing Remote Controller Tiltthe Mobile Device Holderto the desired position then adjust the antenna as shown. 1. Press the button on the side ofthe Mobile Device Holderto release the clamp, adjust it to fit then attach your mobile device.
2. Connectyour mobile device to the remote controller with a USB cable.
3. Plug one end ofthecable into your mobile device, and the otherend into the USB port on the back of the remote controller.
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### Aircraft Diagram (6] [II] [!] (7] (8] [1] GPS [2] Propeller (P17) 

### Remote Controller Diagram (9] (8] [7] [!] (2] [3] (4] (5] (6] [1] Antennas (P29) Relays aircraft control and video signal. [2] Mobile Device Holder Mountingplace for your mobile device. [3] Control Stick Controls aircraft orientation. [4] Return Home (RTH) Button (P13) Press and hold thebutton to initiate Return to Home (RTH). [5] Transformation Switch (P27) Toggle the switch up or down to raise orlower the landing gear.[2] [3] [3] Motor [4] [4] [5] [9] [10] [8] [12] [13] Aircraft Micro-USE Port [9] RearLED (P12) [10] CameraMicro-USE Port [11] CameraMicro-SD Card Slot (P35) [12] Vision Positioning Sensors (P16) [13] Aircraft Status Indicator (P13)
FrontLED (P12) [5] Landing gear INSPIRE 1 User Manual Product Profile [6] Gimbal and Camera (P37)[7] IntelligentFlight Battery (Pl8)

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INSPIRE 1 UserManual [6] Battery Level LEOs Displays the currentbattery level. [7] Status LED Displays the power status. [1 0] Camera Settings Dial Tumthe dial to adjust camera settings. Only functions when the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilot app. [11] Playback Button Playbackthe captured images or videos. [12] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. Ifin burst mode, the set number ofphotos will be taken with one press. [13] Flight Mode Switch Used to switch between P, A and F mode.
[14] Video Recording Button Press to startrecording video. Press again to stop recording.
[15] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt ofthe gimbal.[23] [21] [22] [16] Micro-USB Port Forconnectingthe remote controllerto your computer.
[17] Mini-HDMI Port Connect an HD compatible monitor to this port to get a live HD video preview ofwhat the camera sees. [20]

[18] CAN Bus Port Reserved for future use. [19] USB Port 10 D 201**~** All Right> Reserved. [8] Power Button Used to power on orpoweroffthe remote controller. [9] RTH LED CircularLED around the RTH button displays RTH status. [16] [17] [18] [19] [15] [10] [14] [13] [II] [12] ProductProfile Connectto mobile device to access all ofthe DJI Pilot app controls and features. [20] GPS Module Used to pinpoint the location oftheremote controller.[21] Back Left Button Customizable button in DJIPilot app. [22] Power Port Connectto a power sourceto charge the remote controller's internal battery. [23] Back Right Button Customizable button in DJI Pilot app.

# Aircraft
This chapterdescribes the features ofthe Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System and the Intelligent FlightBattery.
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# Aircraft Flight Controller The Inspire 1's flight controlleris based on DJI flight controller with several enhancements such as new flight mode and new safe mode. Three safe modes are available: Failsafe, Return Home and Dynamic Home Point. These features ensure the safe return ofyour aircraft ifthe control signal is lost. A flight recorder stores crucial flight data for each flight. 

### Flight Mode Three flight modes are available. The details ofeach flight mode are found in the section below: 

### P mode (Positioning) : P mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states ofP mode, which will be automatically selected by the Inspire 1depending on GPS signal strength and Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available butthe GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATTI: Neither GPS or Vision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometerfor positioning, so only altitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning Systemis not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometerto maintain altitude. Ifit is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home ifthe Remote Controller signal is lost and ifthe Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. Formore information about IOC, refer to the IOC in Appendix. Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode ofthe aircraft, refer to the "FlightMode Switch" on P27 for more information. 

### Flight Status Indicator The INSPIRE 1comes with the Front LED, Rear LED and Aircraft Status Indicator. The positions ofthese LEDs are shown in the figure below: Aircraft Status IndicatorFront LED Rear LED The Front and Rear LED show the orientation ofthe aircraft. The FrontLED displays solidred and the Rear LED displays solid green. Aircraft Status Indicator shows the systemstatus ofthe flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information aboutthe Aircraft Status Indicator: 12 ' 2111-1 \:1 Aircraft Green and Yellow FlashAlternatively Aircraft warming up INSPIRE 1 UserManual

Aircraft Status Indicator Description

Normal Red,GreenandYellowFlash Alternatively Green Flashes Slowly Yellow Flashes Slowly Fast Yellow Flashing Fast Red Flashing- Solid Red

### Return to Home (RTH) Power on and self-check Safe to Fly (P mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) Safe to Fly (A mode butNo GPS and Vision Positioning) Remote Controller Signal Lost Critical Low Battery Warning Critical Error



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The Return to Home (R TH) brings the aircraft backto the lastrecorded Home Point. There are three cases that will trigger RTH procedure; they are SmartRTH, Low Battery RTH and Failsafe RTH.

Home Point Smart RTH The Home Point is the location at which your aircrafttakes offwhen the GPS signal is strong. You can view the GPS signal strengththrough the GPS icon ( l'\ ,, 1 !). Ifyou are using the Dynamic Home Point setting, the Home Pointwillbe updated to your currentposition as you move around and whenthe Aircraft Status Indicatorblinks green. GPS Description



### :a. II 1Using the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTHbutton" on P28 for more information) orthe RTH button in the DJI Pilot app when GPS is available to enables smart RTH. The aircraft return to the latestrecorded Home Point, you may control the aircraft's orientation to avoid collision during the Smart RTH. Press the Smart RTH button once to start the process, press the Smart RTH button again to exit SmartRTH and regain the control. 0 20i-+ DJL Ail Rights Reserved. 13 Aircraft Battery Level Warning Remark Aircraft Status Indicator DJI Pilot app Flight Instructions Low battery level warning The battery poweris low. Please land the aircraft. Aircraft status indicatorblinks RED slowly. Tap "Go-home" to have the aircraft return to the Home point and land automatically, or "Cancel" to resume normal flight. Ifno action is taken, the aircraft will automatically go home and land after 10 seconds. Remote controller will sound an alarm. Fly the aircraft back and land it as soon as possible, then stop the motors and replace the battery. Critical Low battery level warning The aircraft must land immediately. Aircraft status indicatorblinks RED quickly.The DJI Pilot app screen will flash red and aircraft starts to descend. Remote controllerwill sound an alarm. The aircraft willbeginto descend and land automatically. Estimatedremaining flight time Estimatedremaining flight based on currentbattery level. 

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### Low Battery RTH The low battery level failsafe is triggered whenthe DJllntelligentFlightBattery is depleted to apointthat may affect the safe return ofthe aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediatelywhenthese warnings are shown. DJI Pilot app will advise userto return the aircraft to the Home Point when low battery warning is triggered. Aircraft will automaticallyreturnto the Home Pointifno action is taken after 10 seconds countdown. User cancancel the RTH bypressing once onthe RTH button. The thresholds forthese warnings are automatically determined based onthe current aircraft altitude and its distance from the Home Point. Aircraft will land automatically ifthe currentbattery level can only supportthe aircraftto land to the ground fromthe current altitude. User can use the remote controllerto control the aircraft's orientation during the landing process. The Battery Level Indicatoris displayed inthe DJI Pilot app, and is described below

Critical Low battery level warning(Red) Low hauery**l~vel** \Varning Po\\·er requires to return home Sufficient battery kvel{CireenJ**R~maining** tlight**[im~**

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# ..When the critical battery level warning activates and the aircraft is descending to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward to hover the aircraft and navigate it to a more appropriate location for landing. Colorzones and markers on the battery level indicatorreflect estimated remaining flight time and are adjusted automatically, according to the aircraft's current status. Failsafe RTH Failsafe RTH is activated automatically ifremote controller signal (including video relay signal) is lost for more than 3 seconds provided that Home Point has been successfully recorded and compass is working normally. Return home process may be interrupted and the operator can regain control overthe aircraft if a remote controller signal is resumed. Failsafe Illustration 1Record Home Point (HP) Blinking Green 4 Signal LostLasts 3secs. Fast Blinking Yellow 2 ConfirmHome Point
<8m Blinking Green 5 Go Home(20mcan be set)
Iletght over**III~**20m Elevate to 20m 20m
IIeight over IIP<=20m Fast Blinking Yellow 3 Remote Controller Signal Lost
Fast Blinking Yellow 6 Landing after Hovering 15secs
Fast Blinking YellowAircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore it is importantto set an reasonable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" view and select "MODE"to set the Failsafe altitude. Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to the HomePoint ifyou move the throttle stick during the Failsafe. 

### Dynamic Home Point Dynamic home pointis useful in situations when you are in motion and require a Home Point that is different from the takeoffpoint. GPS module is located at the position shown in the figure below:
GPS Ensure the space above the GPS module is not obstructed when using Dynamic Home Point. INSPIRE 1 User Manual Aircraft
© 20**I~** DJ!. All Rights Reserved. 15INSPIRE 1 User Manual There are two options for Dynamic Home Point. 1. Setthe aircraft current coordinate as the new Home Point. 2. Setthe remote controller's coordinate as the new Home Point. Setting Up Dynamic Home Point Followthe steps belowto setup Dynamic Home Point: 1. Connect to the mobile device and launch the DJI Pilot app and go to the "Camera"page. 2. Tap" "and select"", to reset the remote controller's coordinates as the new Home Point. 3.Tap" "andselect" ",toresettheaircraft'scoordinatesasthenewHomePoint. 4. The aircraft status indicatorblinks green to show Home Point is set succesfully. 

### Vision Positioning System DJI Vision Positioning is a positioning systemthat uses ultrasonic and image data to help the aircraft identify its current position. With the help ofVision Positioning, your Inspire 1can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where there is no GPS signal available. The main components ofDJI Vision Positioning are located on thebottom ofyourInspire 1, including [1]two sonar sensors and[2]one monocular camera. Aircraft Using Vision Positioning [I] Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Inspire 1is powered on. No manual action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in the indoor environment where no GPS is available. By using the sensors on the Vision Positioning system, Inspire 1can perform precision hovering even when no GPS is available.

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Followthe steps belowto use Vision Positioning: I. Toggle the switchto "P" as shownthe figure to the right: 2. Place the Inspire I ona flat surface. Noticethatthe Vision Positioning system cannotworkproperly on surfaces withoutpattern variations. 3. Power onthe Inspire 1. The aircraft status indicatorwill flashtwice in green light, whichindicates the Vision Positioning systemis ready. Gentlypushthe throttle up to lift off, and the Inspire I will hover inplace. Theperformance ofyourInspire I's Vision Positioning Systemis subjectto the surface you are flying over. Theultrasonic waves may notbe able to accurately measure the distance over sound absorbing materials, andthe camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switchfrom "P" mode to "A" mode automatically ifboth GPS and VisionPositioning Systemare not available. So operatethe aircraft cautiously when in any ofthe following situations: Flying overmonochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. Flying athigh speeds(over 8m/s at 2 meters orover4m/s at 1 meter). Flying overwater ortransparent surfaces. Flying overmoving surfaces orobjects. Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. Flying over extremely dark (lux < I0) orbright (lux > 1 0,000) surfaces. Flying over surfaces that canabsorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). Flying over surfaces without clearpatterns ortexture. Flying over surfaces withidentical repeatingpatterns ortextures (e.g. tiles with same design). Flying over inclined surfaces thatwill deflect sound waves away from the aircraft. Inthe event ofloss ofremote controller's signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds andthen auto-land ifit is in "P" mode. Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affectthe effectiveness ofthe sensors.The effective hovering altitudes ofthe aircraftis from 0 to 2.5 meters. Vision Positioning systemmay not functionproperlywhen the aircraftis flying overwater. Vision Positioning systemmay notbe able to recognize patternonthe ground inlow light conditions (less than lOOlux). Do notuse otherultrasonic devices with frequency of40 KHz when Vision Positioning systemis inoperation. Vision Positioning systemmay notbe able to stabilize the aircraft whenflying close to the ground (below 0.5 meters) in fast speed. Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning systemis activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency soundthat is only audible to some animals. 

### Flight Recorder Flight data is automaticallyrecorded to the SD card. This includes flight duration, orientation, distance, aircraft status information, speed, and otherparameters. 

### Attaching and Detaching the Propellers Use only DJI approved propellers with your Inspire 1. The grey orblacknut on the propeller indicates the rotation direction ofthepropellerand whereit should be attached. To attachthe propellers properly, matchthe nut withthe dots onthe motors ofyourInspire 1:AircraftINSPIRE 1 UserManual Propellers Figure Attach On Legends Grey cap(1345) Black cap(1345R) Motors without a black dot Motors with a black dot Lock :Tumthe propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten Unlock :Tumthe propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove Attaching the Propellers 1. Attach the propellers with a grey nut onto a motor without a blackdot and spin the propellers clockwise to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with a blacknut onto a motor with a black dot and spin the propellers counterclockwise to secure its position. Be sure to completely tighten each propellerby hand before flight. Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off. Handling the propellers with care. Manually tightent each ofthe propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached firmly. Detaching the Propellers Hold the motor still. Then spin the propeller in the unlock direction indicated on the propeller itself. Checkthat 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 old, chipped, or broken propellers. Toavoidinjury,STAND CLEARofandDONOTtouchpropellersormotorswhentheyarespinning. ONLY use original DJIpropellers for a better and safer flight experience. 

### DJI Intelligent Flight BatteryThe DJI IntelligentFlight Battery has a capacity of4500mAh, voltage of22.2V, and smart charge- discharge functionality. Itcan onlybe charged with an appropriate DJI approved charger. Intelligent Flight Battery Charger Aircraft 18 D 701.! Ail Rights Reserved. 

### INSPIRE 1 User Manual Battery must be fully charged before using itfor the first time. Referto "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" P21 for more information
. DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: LEDs display the current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: LEDs display the currentbattery power cycle. 3. Auto-dischargingFunction: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% oftotal power when it is idle (press the powerbutton to checkbattery level will cause battery to exit idle state) for more than 10 days to prevent swelling. It takes around 2 days to discharge the battery to 65%.It is normal to feel moderate heat emitting from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage ofeach 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).