RCAV

Operations Manual

FAA 333 Exempt UAV Operations

Document Version 1

Aug 10, 2015
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Table of Contents

I. Summary...................................................................................................5

II. Petitioner’s Contact Information.......................................................................5

III. RCAV LLC’s Operations..............................................................................6

A. The sUAS.................................................................................................6

B. Flight Conditions.........................................................................................7

C. Flight Operations.........................................................................................7

IV. Privacy .................................................................................................................................... 9

V. Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety..............................................................10

VI. Public Interest and Safety..............................................................................11

VII. Regulations from Which Exemption is Requested................................................12

A. 14 C.F.R. 21(h): Airworthiness Certificates.........................................................12

C. 14 C.F.R. 43.7: Persons authorized to approve aircraft, airframes, aircraft engines, propellers,

appliances, or component parts for return to service after maintenance, preventive maintenance,

rebuilding, or alteration. .............................................................................................................. 13

D. 14 C.F.R. 43.11: Content, form, and disposition of records for inspections conducted under

parts 91 and 125 and §§135.411(a) (1) and 135.419 of this chapter. ........................................... 

14

E. 14 C.F.R. 45.11: Marking of products. ....................................................................................14

F. 14 C.F.R. 45.27: Location of marks; non-fixed-wing aircraft...................................................14

G. 14 C.F.R. 45.29: Size of marks ................................................................................................15

H. 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a): Civil aircraft airworthiness. ..................................................................... .15

I. 14 C.F.R. 1.9(b) (2): Civil aircraft flight manual, marking, and placard requirements. ..........15

J. 14 C.F.R. 91.9(c): Civil aircraft flight manual, marking, and placard requirements................16

K. 14 C.F.R. 91.103(b) (2): Preflight action..................................................................................16

L. 14 C.F.R. 91.105: Flight crewmembers at stations. .................................................................17

M. 14 C.F.R. 91.113(b): Right-of-way rules: Except water operations. ......................................17

N. 14 C.F.R. 91.119(b) and (c): Minimum safe altitudes: General. .............................................18

O. 14 C.F.R. 91.121: Altimeter Settings ......................................................................................18

P. 14 C.F.R. 91.151: Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions. ........................................19

Q. 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) and (b): Civil aircraft: Certifications required. .......................................19

R. 14 C.F.R. 91.215: ATC Transponder and Altitude Reporting Equipment and Use ................21

S. 14 C.F.R. 91.403: General ........................................................................................................21

T. 14 C.F.R. 91.405 (a) and (d): Maintenance Required...............................................................21

U. 14 C.F.R. 91.407: Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or

alteration .......................................................................................................................................22

V. 14 C.F.R. 91.409: Inspections .................................................................................................22

W. 14 C.F.R. 91.417: Maintenance records .................................................................................23
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I. Summary

Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. Part 11, the following summary is provided for publication in the

Federal Register, should it be determined that publication is needed:

Applicant seeks an exemption from the following rules:

14 C.F.R 21(h); 14 C.F.R. 43.7; 14 C.F.R. 43.11; 14 C.F.R. 45.11; 14 C.F.R.

45.27; 14 C.F.R. 45.29; 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.9(b) (2); 14 C.F.R.

91.9(c); 14 C.F.R. 91.103(b) (2); 14 C.F.R. 91.105; 14 C.F.R. 91.113(b); 14

C.F.R. 91.119(b) (c); 14 C.F.R. 91.121; 14 C.F.R. 151; 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) and

(b); 14 C.F.R. 215; 14 C.F.R. 91.403; 14 C.F.R. 91.405; 14 C.F.R. 91.407; 14

C.F.R. 409; and 14 C.F.R. 91.417 for commercial operation a small unmanned

aircraft system (sUAS) (55lbs or less).

Approval of exemptions for RCAV LLC will allow commercial operations

of sUASs for the purpose of Photography, Videography and Mapping flying in legal airspace.

RCAV is managed by a licensed Airline Transport Pilot with a Flight Engineer Certificate and 

40 years of Aerospace experience including contributions to NextGen and Eurocontrol. RCAV 

flight operations are conducted with a complete understand of our National Airspace and in 

accordance will Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 / Part 11 of the 

Federal Aviation Regulations exemption to conduct commercial UAS operations, and all State 

and Local Authorities.

The requested exemption should be granted because operations of UASs is conducted in strict 

conditions and is managed by practical airspace experience with extensive aviation knowledge. 

This will provide an equivalent level of safety, as Congress intended, for commercial UAV 

operations. 

Lightweight aircraft; DJI Inspire 1, Phantom 1, QR X350 Pro Quadcopter's and the Anaconda, 

Skywalker X- 8, Sig T-Clip 70, ASW-28 and Solius fixed wing, covered by the exemption are 

far safer than conventional operations conducted with helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft 

weighing several thousand pounds containing pilot and crew operating in close proximity to the 

ground and people below. The seven factors Congress directed the FAA to consider when 

approving Section 333 exemption petitions - size, weight, speed, operational capability, 

proximity to airports, proximity to populated areas, and operation within visual line of sight –

each support the request. In particular, the sUASs are small, and will operate at slow speeds, 

close to the ground, far from airports and in a low risk environment. The substantial Aeronautical 

Knowledge and Experience of the owner / operator PIC weighs heavily in favor of granting the 

exemption.

II. Petitioner’s Contact Information

RCAV, LLC

328 White River Dr.

Pacific, WA 98047-1466

Tel: (253) 335 - 6677

Email: theedge26@comcast.net
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0 PREFACES 

0.1 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT 

The instructions, procedures and information contained in this manual have been devised to 

ensure safety and standardization in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration 

(FAA), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), specifically Section 333 of the FAA 

Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations 

exemption to conduct commercial UAS operations.

All personnel are obligated to comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations; such as 

directives, aeronautical information and notices.

Nothing in this manual takes precedence over Federal, State and Local regulations or permits 

unsafe operation.

In the event of operational experience errors found in the manual or deficiencies in the manner in 

which operations are conducted, recommendations for amendment action shall be submitted to 

the Chief Controller. 

0.2 COMPLIANCE 

Regulations 

Title Compliance* - Manual 

Reference 

14 C.F.R 21(h) Airworthiness Certificates Part D Section 1 

14C.F.R. 43.7 Return to Service after 

Maintenance

Part D Section 1 

14 C.F.R. 43.11 Content, Form, Disposition 

Records Inspection 

Part D Section 1 

14 C.F.R. 45.11 Marking of Products Part D Section 1 

14 C.F.R. 45.27 Location of Marks; Non-fixedWing Aircraft )

Part D 

14 C.F.R. 45.29 Size of Marks Part D 

14C.F.R. 91.7(a) Civil Aircraft Airworthiness Part A Section 4, Part D 

14 C.F.R. 91.9(b) (2) (C) Civil Aircraft Flight manuals, 

placards

Part D 

14 C.F.R. 91.103(b)(2) Pre-flight Part A Section 3
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14C.F.R. 91.105 Flight Crews at Stations Part D Section 1 

14 C.F.R. 91.113(b) Right of Way Rules N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 91.119(b) and (c) Minimum Safe Altitudes 

Congested & Un-Congested

N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 91.121 Altimeter Settings N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R.151(a) Fuel Requirements VFR N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) and (b) Civil Aircraft Certifications N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace

14 C.F.R. 91.215 Transponder, Altitude 

Reporting

N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 91.403 General N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 91.405 Maintenance Required N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14C.F.R. 91.407 14C.F.R. 91.407; (Operation 

after Maintenance, Preventive)

N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 409 (a) Inspections N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 

14 C.F.R. 91.417 Maintenance Records N/A Only applicable to 

Controlled Airspace 
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0.3 SIGNATURE SHEET 

• All personnel employed or contracted by this organization must sign this sheet as evidence of 

having read, understood and agreed to apply the procedures and data contained in this Operations 

Manual. 

• If this manual is reissued or revised they must resign, acknowledging review of the revision. 

Printed 

Name 

Signature Date Printed 

Name 

Signature Date 
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0.4 ABBREVIATIONS, ACCRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS 

AA Area Approval 

AC Advisory Circular 

AGL Above Ground Level 

AIP Aeronautical Information Package 

ASIC Aviation Security Identification Card 

ATC Air Traffic Control 

ATM Air Traffic Management 

DAMP Drug and Alcohol Management Plan 

FOC Flight Operations Crew

FOV Field of View

GSO Ground Station Operator

ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization 

IAW In accordance with 

NM Nautical Miles 

PVO Photographer Videographer Operator

RP Remote Pilot 

RPA Remotely Piloted Aircraft 

RPAS Remotely Piloted Aircraft System 

sUAS Small Unmanned Aircraft System(s)

sUAVs Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems

UA Unmanned Aircraft 

UAS Unmanned Aircraft System(s) 

UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle 

VLOS Visual Line of Sight 

VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions

VO Visual Observer
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1 PART A 

1.1 GENERAL 

1.1.1 COMPANY OPERATIONS 

All aerial operations using UASs will be conducted in accordance with the conditions and 

limitations placed on the UAVs Operators as outlined in FAA 333 Exemptions. A copy of the 

approved 333 Exemption is in Appendix One. 

1.1.2 FAA PART 11 DIRECTIONS, PERMISSIONS AND APPROVALS 

This manual will satisfy all requirements of FAA 101.330

FAA), Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), specifically Section 333 of the FAA Modernization 

and Reform Act of 2012 and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations exemption to conduct 

commercial UAS operations

1.1.3 ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE 

CEO/Director Maintenance / Chief UAV Controller / Photographer, Videographer / Spotter

1.1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES OF COMPANY PERSONNEL 

CEO/Director 

The CEO/Director has the overall responsibility for the company’s business performance and 

compliance. CEO/Director will provide the necessary resources so that all operations and 

maintenance can be conducted to meet company obligations, goals and objectives.

Chief Operations Manager

The Chief Operations Manager is the person appointed by the CEO/Director 

approved by RCAV and is responsible for all remote pilot training and operational matters 

affecting flight safety and adhering to RCAV’s operational procedures. 

The role and responsibilities of the Chief Operations Manager: 

a) ensuring that the operator’s air operations are conducted in compliance with The Civil 

Aviation Act and the Regulations, 

b) maintaining a record of qualifications held by each remote pilot (RP), 

c) monitoring operational standards, supervising and training RP employed by RCAV,

d) maintaining a complete and up-to-date reference library of operational documents as required 

by the FAA for the class of operations conducted; and 

e) being the point of contact between RCAV and all controlling agencies.

PVO Photographer Videographer Operator

The Photographer Videographer Operator is person appointed by the CEO, Director or Chief 

Operations Manager and is responsible for the photography.
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Maintenance Controller 

The Maintenance Controller is the person appointed by the operator, approved by CEO, Director 

or Chief Operations Manager and is responsible for ensuring the maintenance of company 

sUAVs, (small Unmanned Arial Vehicle Systems in accordance with the manufacturer 

specifications. 

The role and responsibilities of the Maintenance Controller are: 

a) control all company sUAVs maintenance, either scheduled or unscheduled;

b) ensure personnel performing maintenance on the sUAVs are competent. The Maintenance 

Controller must keep a record of personnel permitted to perform maintenance. 

c) develop, enforce and monitor sUAVs maintenance standards, 

d) maintain a record of sUAVs unserviceability’s,

e) ensure that specialist equipment items are serviceable, 

f) maintain a thorough technical knowledge of the company sUAVs,

g) ensure maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with the procedures specified in the 

Maintenance Manual; and 

h) Investigate all defects in the sUAVs. 

Controller/Remote Pilot in Command 

The controller/Remote Pilot in command of the aircraft is responsible for: 

a) conduct of flight – start to end; and 

b) safe operation of the aircraft. 

1.1.5 METRIC AND IMPERIAL UNITS

Both imperial and metric units are referenced in this manual. Appendix ......

1.1.6 DRUG AND ALCOHOL MANAGEMENT PLAN

As a safety sensitive aviation activity, personnel could be randomly tested for alcohol and other 

drugs.

1.1.7 SECURITY – SYSTEMS AND PHYSICAL

Reasonable precautions will be taken to prevent sabotage / vandalism to the sUAVs.

1.1.8 PRIVACY PROVISIONS

Nothing in this manual permits operations in contravention of the Privacy Act of 1974, which 

establishes a code of fair information practices that governs the collection, maintenance, use, and 

dissemination about individuals in systems of records by federal agencies. Appendix.....
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1.2 REMOTE CREW ADMINISTRATION

1.2.1 REMOTE CREW QUALIFICATIONS

CEO, Director or Chief Operations Manager and is responsible for ensuring all crew members 

are properly trained, qualified and competent to conduct to perform an assigned mission.

1.2.2 REMOTE PILOT RECORDS

Individual Controllers/Remote Pilots are responsible to maintain a log book. 

1.2.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT FLIGHT AUTHOURIZATIONS AND FLIGHT 

RECORDS

When more than one controller is assigned, each operation is to be authorized by the Chief 

Controller. Appendix......

1.2.4 RECENCY REQUIREMENTS

The Controller/Remote Pilot must have a minimum of three take offs and landings on the aircraft 

assigned to the mission.

1.2.5 DUTY AND FLIGHT TIME LIMITATIONS

The Chief Controller is responsible for the operational standards and supervision of pilots 

employed by RCAV. It is the responsibility of all flight crew members not to perform any flight 

operations duties while fatigued.

1.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION

1.3.1 METHOD OF RECORDING HOURS IN SERVICE AND UNSERVICEABILITY

The UAV operator is responsible to keep accurate records. The controller is responsible for 

ensuring hours and unserviceability are recorded. Appendix.....

1.3.2 PERSONS PERMITTED TO OPERATE REMOTELY PILOTED SYSTEM CONTROLS

Persons cannot operate the controls commercially unless they are trained and certified by the 

CEO, Director or Chief Operations Manager.

1.3.3 MAINTENANCE AUTHORITY

Only authorized personnel appointed by the Maintenance Controller can perform maintenance. 

The Maintenance Controller is responsible for keeping records of personnel authorized to 

perform maintenance.

1.3.4 DANGEROUS GOODS

Carriage of dangerous goods are not permitted excluding components that may be classified as 

dangerous goods during transportation, i.e. Li-Poly batteries.

1.4 FLIGHT CONDUCT

1.4.1 NON-COMPANY VISITORS

Non-company visitors will be kept 25 feet from all UAVs during operation. The 

Controller/Remote Pilot will provide a safety briefing.
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1.4.2 HAND OVER/TAKE OVER PROCEDURES

Positively identify the actions when a hand over / take over procedure is required and ensure it is 

understood, controllers/pilot and flight team participants.

1.4.3 REMOTE PILOT BRIEFING INCLUDING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

To ensure co-ordination in a multi-crew environment a briefing must be conducted prior to the 

commencement the mission.

1.4.4 USE OF CHECK SHEETS

Company supplied checklists must be used.

2 PART B

2.1 OPERATING THE REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM

2.1.1 SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT OPERATING PROCEDURES

The aircraft will be operated in accordance with the manufacturers operating instructions which 

are considered to be a part of this Flight manual. Company initiated variation of the Flight 

Manual will require supplementary documentation.

2.1.2 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICAL DATA/SYSTEM 

SPECIFICATIONS

2.1.3 NORMAL PROCEDURES

Check Lists/Sheets specific to a UAV Flight Manual and company supplied checklists/sheets 

will be used. 

2.1.4 PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURS

Pre-flight and post flight checks are mandated. It is the Controller/Remote Pilot’s responsibility 

to ensure the aircraft is airworthy prior to any flight. Refer to Fligjht Manual for pre and post 

flight procedure checklist.

2.1.5 FUEL/BATTERY DOCUMENTATION

Manufacturer’s fuel specifications and battery documentations referencing charge/discharge rates 

must be followed. Battery conditions will be monitored. Note Li-Po, (lithium polymer), batteries 

may be considered dangerous goods for transportation.

2.1.6 AIRCRAFT TEST FLIGHTS

Test flights are required at the completion of maintenance. The Maintenance Controller is 

responsible to ensure that the assigned maintenance personal or pilot completes a satisfactory 

flight test prior to returning the UAV to flight status.

3 PART C

3.1 INTERNAL TRAINING

3.1.1 TRAINING / TRAINING RECORDS

The Chief Controller is responsible for training and maintaining training records for all 

Controllers/Remote Pilots.
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4 PART D

4.1 OPERATIONS

4.1.1 FEASIBILITY CHECK AND FLIGHT SAFTEY ASSESSMENT

Before a mission is flown a feasibility check must be performed to ensure it is within the scope 

of FAA 333 Exemption.

1. Is it legal

Within FAA 333 Exemption and FAR

Under 500 feet Above Ground Level (AGL)

Outside Controlled / Restricted Airspace

Greater than 3 Nautical Miles (NM) from Airports

More than 25 feet from people not involved in the operation

Visual Line of Sight (VLOS)

Day Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC)

In compliance with all State, Local or Federal Regulations

2. Perform Job Safety Assessment

A Job Safety Assessment must be performed prior to conducting any mission

The Job Safety Assessment would normally be performed during the feasibility planning 

phase to determine if the flight is viable and validated on the day prior to the first flight. This 

is when assumptions made during the initial Job Safety Assessment (such as forecast 

weather/wind, location of persons etc.) are validated. 

As a minimum the Job Safety Assessment must consider the following: 

• Gathering the necessary maps and charts (either hard copy or electronic) for the area 

• Determining the weather is suitable for the machine and the operation 

• Reviewing the NOTAMs related to the operations area 

• Possibility of person moving into the area of operation or landing area during 

flight 

• Footpath, or other rights of way 

• Suitable take-off and landing areas (including alternate landing area) 

• Ability to maintain 30m separation from the public 

• Obstructions (Buildings Trees etc.) 

• Possible radio interference (power lines, antennas etc.) 

• Ability to maintain visual line of sight 

• Controllers ability matches location/task 

• Permission from land owner 

• Privacy 

• Local restrictions, by laws, 

• Need for signage

3. Would an Area Approval make it legal? 

Inside controlled airspace however, outside 3NM of an airport and not within the approach and 

departure path for a runway of an airport. 
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4. Is it safe? 

Complete the Risk Assessment Matrix at Appendix..... Note - this will form part of an Area 

Approval application

5. Apply for Area Approval: 

Apply to the FAA for an Area Approval if required.

Proceed: 

Validate the Job Safety Assessment if performed earlier. Commence job in accordance with FAA 

333 Exemption, FAR

4.1.2 TYPES OF OPERATIONS

All operations must be carried out within the limitations and conditions in the schedule of the 

UOC 

The Controller must not cause anything to be dropped or discharged from an unmanned aircraft 

in any way that may create a hazard to another aircraft, person or property. 

Tick as appropriate. 

These operations may be subject to other State and Federal laws and must be complied with. 

☐ AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY 

☐ AERIAL SPOTTING 

☐ AERIAL SURVEYING

III. RCAV LLC’s Operations

A. The sUASs

The requested exemption will permit the operation of three small, unmanned multirotor

aircraft, the DJI Inspire 1, Phantom 1, QR X350 Pro Quadcopter's, the Anaconda, X- 8 Flying 

Wing, Sig T-Clip 70, ASW-28 and Solius fixed wing aircraft. All aircraft weigh in under

55 pounds, (including, batteries and technical payload). Max operating speed of all aircraft are 

below 50 knots (57 mph).

All aircraft use the Hitec Aurora Transmitter, providing First Person View and telemetry data 

directly to the PIC and separate ground station.

2. Multicopter Specifications

3. DJI Inspire 1 Specification:

The DJI Inspire 1 is a small, unmanned multirotor aircraft, weighing 6.5 lbs., inclusive of

batteries / technical payload. The rotorcraft can operate at a speed up to 43 knots (50 mph).

Airframe Dimensions: 438x451x301mm / 17.24 x 17.75 x 11.85 in.

Flight Control System: Internal to the DJI Inspire 1. Main controller (MC), receives the battery 

voltage, capacity, and current, Internal Measurement Unit (IMU), receives telemetry data (visible 

at the PIC, and Ground Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: DJI Intelligent Flight battery with 4500 mAh capacity

Camera: Inspire 1 4K HD Video at 24p to 60p, Wide or Fisheye framing
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Data and Video Combined Link: HD DJI Lightbridge System

Flight Controller: Next Generation providing flight data recording and non-GPS Vision 

Positioning

Gimbal: Inspire 1 3-Axis 360-degrees Gimbal

Motor: DJI 3510

Propeller: DJI 1345, 13-inch diameter

Receiver (Rx): Internal to DJI Inspire 1

Transmitter (Tx): Two DJI Inspire Remote Controllers, one dedicated to flight control, one 

dedicated to photography control.

4. Phantom 1:

The Phantom 1 is a small, unmanned multirotor aircraft, weighing 1.74 lbs., inclusive of

Batteries / technical payload. The rotorcraft can operate at a speed up to 44.73 knots (43.86

mph).

Airframe Dimensions: 289mmx289x180mm / 11.37 x 11.37 x 7.08 in.

Flight Control System: APM ArdruCopter Controller Main controller (MC) receives the battery 

voltage, capacity, and current, Internal Measurement Unit (IMU), receives telemetry data (visible 

at the PIC, and Ground Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo 11.1V 2200 mAh capacity

Camera: Inspire Digital Video Format H.264, HDMI, Composite Video/Audio HDMI 12

Megapixel

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW

Flight Controller: APM ArdruCopter controller, Pixhawk, APM2 Autopilot with Mission Planner

Gimbal: FY-G3

Motor: WK-WS-28-008A

Propeller: DJI 1345, 13-inch diameter

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 6 - 6 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio 
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5. QR X350 Pro Specifications:

The QR X350 Pro is a small, unmanned multirotor aircraft, weighing 1.74 lbs., inclusive of

Batteries / technical payload. The rotorcraft can operate at a speed up to 44.73 knots (43.86

mph).

Airframe Dimensions: 289mmx289x180mm / 11.37 x 11.37 x 7.08 in.

Flight Control System: APM ArdruCopter Controller Main controller (MC) receives the battery 

voltage, capacity, and current, Internal Measurement Unit (IMU), receives telemetry data (visible 

to the PIC, and Ground Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo 11.1V 2200 mAh capacity

Camera: Inspire Digital Video Format H.264, HDMI, Composite Video/Audio HDMI 12

Megapixel

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW

Flight Controller: APM ArdruCopter controller, Pixhawk, APM2 Autopilot with Mission Planner

Gimbal: FY-G3

Motor: WK-WS-28-008A

Propeller: DJI 1345, 13-inch diameter

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 6 - 6 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio 

6. Anaconda Specifications:

The Anaconda is a small, unmanned fixed winged aircraft, weighing 10.25 lbs., inclusive of

Batteries / technical payload, speed 26.06 knots (30 mph).

Fuselage Dimensions (Inside): L 66cm (26.5 in) x W15cm (6 in) x H 8cm (3 in) 

Length: 1,410mm (55.51in)

Wingspan: 2060mm (81.10 in)

Wing Area: 4,900cm2

Flight Control System: Pixpilot v2.4.5, receives telemetry data (visible to the PIC, and Ground 

Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo, two 14.8V 4400 mAh capacity, wired parallel

Camera: GoPro 3 Black, HD format: 1080p, 12 megapixel sensor

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW
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Flight Controller: Pixhawk, L3GD20 3 axis digital 16 bit gyroscope, LSM303D, 3 axis 14 

acceleration / magnetometer, MPU6000 6 axis acceleration / gyroscope, MEAS MS5611high 

precision barometer, APM2 Autopilot with Mission Planner

Gimbal: FY-G3

Motor: Outrunner AT3520-5, 800kv

Propeller: 15x4E-inch diameter or 14X5.5MR or similar

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 9 - 9 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio 

7. Skywalker X-8 Specifications:

The Skywalker X-8 is a small, unmanned fixed flying wing aircraft, weighing 7.7 lbs., inclusive 

of Batteries / technical payload, speed 43.44 knots (50 mph).

Airframe Wingspan: 2120mm (83.46 in)

Flight Control System: Pixpilot v2.4.5, receives telemetry data (visible to the PIC, and Ground 

Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo, two 14.8V 4400 mAh capacity, wired parallel

Camera: GoPro 3 Black, HD format: 1080p, 12 megapixel sensor

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW

Flight Controller: Pixhawk, L3GD20 3 axis digital 16 bit gyroscope, LSM303D, 3 axis 14 

acceleration / magnetometer, MPU6000 6 axis acceleration / gyroscope, MEAS MS5611high 

precision barometer, APM2 Autopilot with Mission Planner

Gimbal: FY-G3

Motor: Outrunner HK-4025, 890kv

Propeller: 13x6.5E-inch diameter or similar

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 9 - 9 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio

8. Sig T-Clip 70 Specifications

The Sig T-Clip is a small, unmanned fixed wing aircraft, weighing 7.8 lbs., inclusive of Batteries 

/ technical payload, speed 26.06 knots (30 mph).
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Airframe: 1270mm (50 in)

Wingspan: 1778mm (70 in)

Wing Area: 55.5 dm2 (860 sq. in.)

Flight Control System: Pixpilot v2.4.5, receives telemetry data (visible to the PIC, and Ground 

Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo, 14.8V 4400 mAh capacity

Camera: GoPro 3 Black, HD format: 1080p, 12 megapixel sensor

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW

Flight Controller: Pixhawk, L3GD20 3 axis digital 16 bit gyroscope, LSM303D, 3 axis 14 

acceleration / magnetometer, MPU6000 6 axis acceleration / gyroscope, MEAS MS5611high 

precision barometer, APM2 Autopilot with Mission Planner

Gimbal: N/A

Motor: Outrunner HC-5030, 390kv

Propeller: 13x6.5E – 18x7E or similar

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 6 - 6 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio 

9. ASW-28 Specifications:

The ASW-28 is a small, unmanned fixed wing aircraft, weighing 2.3 lbs., inclusive of Batteries / 

technical payload, speed 10 knots (11 mph).

Wingspan: 2600mm (103 in)

Length: 1132mm (45 in)

Flight Control System: Hitec HTS-SS Advanced Telemetry & Radio System, receives telemetry 

data (visible to the PIC, and Ground Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo, 11.1V 1600 to 2200 mAh capacity

Camera: GoPro 3 Black, HD format: 1080p, 12 megapixel sensor

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW

Flight Controller: Guardian 2D/3D Stabilizer

Gimbal: N/A
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Motor: Outrunner 4023, 850kv

Propeller: 10x6 folding or similar

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 6 - 6 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio 

10. Solius Specifications:

The ASW-28 is a small, unmanned fixed wing aircraft, weighing 3.19 lbs., inclusive of Batteries 

/ technical payload, speed 10 knots (11 mph).

Wingspan: 2159mm (85 in)

Wing Area: 630.85 sq. in.

Length: 1092.2mm (43 in)

Flight Control System: Hitec HTS-SS Advanced Telemetry & Radio System, receives telemetry 

data (visible to the PIC, and Ground Station), compass, GPS, and radio receiver (Rx).

Batteries: LiPo, 11.1V 2200 mAh capacity

Camera: GoPro 3 Black, HD format: 1080p, 12 megapixel sensor

Data and Video Combined Link: 1.2G/1500mW

Flight Controller: Guardian 2D/3D Stabilizer

Gimbal: N/A

Motor: Outrunner BL-0 3516-0850, 850kv

Propeller: 10x6 folding or similar

Receiver (Rx): Hitec RCD 28410 Optima 6 - 6 Channel 2.4GHz Rx Receiver

Transmitter (Tx): Aurora 9X-9 Channel 2.4GHz Aircraft Computer Radio 

B. Flight Conditions

The sUAS will be flown in airspace under 500 feet above ground level (“AGL”) under controlled 

conditions. RCAV will only operate its sUASs in VMC, visual meteorological conditions: no 

less than 500 feet below and 2,000 feet horizontally from a cloud, visibility is at least 3 statute

miles from the PIC. The flight crew will make a safety and risk assessment of every flight 

operation, and will only operate when it is determined that no undue hazards are present. The 
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flight crew, consisting of one Pilot in Command (PIC), Camera operator and Visual Safety 

Observer, will maintain all flight operations within the intended flight area, monitoring for aerial 

and ground intrusions. If the flight area is breeched all operation can be quickly aborted if an

unauthorized person or aircraft enters the operations area. However, when flying closer than 500 

feet to nonparticipating individuals or structures, there will be barriers between the flight area 

and the nonparticipants.

The sUAS will be used to film or map properties both public and private, in both rural and urban 

environments, over land and water. When operating in congested areas RCAV will work very 

closely with the local FSDO, State and City officials. RCAV flight operations crew will make a 

safety assessment of the flight operations area prior to operations, and will only operate when it 

determines there is no undue risk.

C. Flight Operations

The purpose of each sUAS flight is to provide film, and mapping data for companies, 

government agencies and private entities.

RCAV Flight Operations Crew will always use three to four individuals for each flight 

depending on the mission to be flown: the Pilot in Command (PIC), Photographer / 

Videographer Operator (PVO), Visual Observer (VO) and Ground Station Monitor (GSM). The 

flight crew will be set

up in a triangle, with the safety technician and the PIC in one corner, and the VOs in the each of

the other corners, 200-300 yards apart. Each member of the flight crew, as well as any producers

who will be present, will wear a Peltor-brand headset, so they can communicate orally for the

duration of the flight.

Prior to flying the mission, the flight crew will visit the designated flying site to perform an area 

pre-flight to become familiarized with the flight area noting any additional safety precautions 

required to conduct a safe flight. The flight crew will then conduct a “dry run” without the 

sUAS, to prepare for the real flight.

On the day of the mission to be flown, the flight crew will set out a landing pad that has a 

diameter of 50 feet marked as the “home” area. This area will be used as a Safety Home Landing 

zone in which applicable aircraft will program to return to. The programmable sUAS will fly 

horizontally at a pre-programmed height to the Safety Home Landing zone, and land. 

Once the Safety Home Landing zone is set, the flight operations crew will go through an 

extensive preflight safety inspection prior to actual flight.

The Chief Operations Manager, Ground Station Operator and Photographer/Videographer will 

verify that the ground station is operating without defects and the telemetry/camera data is being 

transmitted.

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After the flight operations crew goes through the startup procedure specific to each sUAS, the 

Chief Operations Manager or designated Pilot in Command will commence with the planned 

mission. The Pilot and Photographer/Videographer operator will have dedicated camera views

independent of each other.