May 21, 2015

Exemption No. 11653

Regulatory Docket No. FAA–2015–0661

Ms. LaSheita Sayer

ZoZo Group, LLC

700 East 24th Avenue, Suite 2

Denver, CO 80205

Dear Ms. Sayer:

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 March 13, 2015, you petitioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on 

behalf of ZoZo Group, Inc. (hereinafter petitioner or operator) for an exemption. The 

exemption would allow the petitioner to operate an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to 

conduct aerial imagery documentation of highway construction projects.

See Appendix A for the petition submitted to the FAA describing the proposed operations and 

the regulations that the petitioner seeks an exemption.

The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition 

in the Federal Register because the requested exemption would not set a precedent, and any 

delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to the petitioner.

Airworthiness Certification

The UAS proposed by the petitioner is a DJI Phantom FC40 P330.

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

and parts, Subpart H—Airworthiness Certificates. In accordance with the statutory criteria 
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provided in Section 333 of Public Law 112−95 in reference to 49 U.S.C. § 44704, and in 

consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the 

aircraft and its operation, the Secretary of Transportation has determined that this aircraft 

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

14 CFR part 21, Certification procedures 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. The FAA has issued grants of 

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

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

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

Docket No. FAA−2014−0382), and 11213 to Aeryon Labs, Inc. (see Docket No. 

FAA−2014−0642), the FAA found that the enhanced safety achieved using an unmanned 

aircraft (UA) with the specifications described by the petitioner and carrying no passengers or 

crew, rather than a manned aircraft of significantly greater proportions, carrying crew in 

addition to flammable fuel, gives the FAA good cause to find that the UAS operation enabled 

by this exemption is in the public interest.

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

 They are similar in all material respects to relief previously requested in Grant of 

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213;

 The reasons stated by the FAA for granting Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 

11213 also apply to the situation you present; and 

 A grant of exemption is in the public interest.

Our Decision

In consideration of the foregoing, I find that a grant of exemption is in the public interest. 

Therefore, pursuant to the authority contained in 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 40113, and 44701, 

delegated to me by the Administrator, ZoZo Group, LLC is granted an exemption from 

14 CFR §§ 61.23(a) and (c), 61.101(e)(4) and (5), 61.113(a), 61.315(a), 91.7(a), 91.119(c), 

91.121, 91.151(a)(1), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), and 91.417(a) and (b), to 

the extent necessary to allow the petitioner to operate a UAS to perform aerial data collection. 

This exemption is subject to the conditions and limitations listed below.

Conditions and Limitations

In this grant of exemption, ZoZo Group, LLC is hereafter referred to as the operator.
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Failure to comply with any of the conditions and limitations of this grant of exemption will be 

grounds for the immediate suspension or rescission of this exemption.

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption are limited to the DJI Phantom FC40 

P330 when weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. Proposed operations of 

any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this exemption.

2. Operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television filming are 

not permitted. 

3. The UA may not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots (100 miles per hour). The 

exemption holder may use either groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine 

compliance with the 87 knot speed restriction. In no case will the UA be operated at 

airspeeds greater than the maximum UA operating airspeed recommended by the 

aircraft manufacturer.

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above ground level 

(AGL). Altitude must be reported in feet AGL.

5. The UA must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all times. 

This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than 

corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA-issued airman medical certificate or 

U.S. driver’s license.

6. All operations must utilize a visual observer (VO). The UA must be operated within 

the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. The VO may be used 

to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS 

capability. The VO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times; 

electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC 

must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the 

duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the VO can perform the duties 

required of the VO.

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the UAS and conduct its 

operations in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this grant of 

exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the operating documents. The operating 

documents must be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the 

Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and 

limitations in this exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, 

the conditions and limitations herein take precedence and must be followed. 

Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operating 

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

operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised 

documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The 
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operator must also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension 

or amendment to this grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update 

or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then 

the operator must petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s 

UAS Integration Office (AFS−80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding 

updates or revisions to the operating documents.

8. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS operation 

or flight characteristics, e.g., replacement of a flight critical component, must undergo 

a functional test flight prior to conducting further operations under this exemption. 

Functional test flights may only be conducted by a PIC with a VO and must remain at 

least 500 feet from other people. The functional test flight must be conducted in such 

a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and property.

9. The operator is responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it is 

in a condition for safe operation.

10. Prior to each flight, the PIC must conduct a pre-flight inspection and determine the 

UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection must account for all 

potential discrepancies, e.g., inoperable components, items, or equipment. If the 

inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is 

prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the 

UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight.

11. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer’s maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements for the aircraft and 

aircraft components.

12. Each UAS operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer 

safety bulletins.

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC must hold either an airline transport, 

commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a 

current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a 

state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal 

Government. The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in 

14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.

14. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the 

ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be 

operated under this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and 

maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC 

qualification flight hours and currency must be logged in a manner consistent with 

14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs and VOs 
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(training, proficiency, and experience-building) and determining the PIC’s ability to 

safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated 

under this exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, 

training operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During 

training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not essential for 

flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA 

with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119.

15. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All 

operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights 

under special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

16. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point (ARP) as 

denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Directory (AFD) or for airports not 

denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport symbol as denoted on the current 

FAA-published aeronautical chart, unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s 

management is obtained or otherwise permitted by a COA issued to the exemption 

holder. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available 

to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.

17. The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet 

horizontally from a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

18. If the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return to a 

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

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

20. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast 

weather conditions) there is enough available power for the UA to conduct the 

intended operation and to operate after that for at least 5 minutes or with the reserve 

power recommended by the manufacturer if greater.

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). All 

operations shall be conducted in accordance with an ATO-issued COA. The 

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

operations that cannot be conducted under the terms of the attached COA.

22. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption must be identified by serial 

number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification 

(N−Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must 

be as large as practicable.
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23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of the UAS and 

any documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the 

PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the aircraft is operating. 

These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement 

official upon request.

24. The UA must remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations and 

activities at all times. 

25. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 

26. All Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating 

persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons 

from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure 

that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises 

where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of 

the UA, flight operations must cease immediately in a manner ensuring the safety 

of nonparticipating persons; and

b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission 

for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of 

the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not 

present an undue hazard.

The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered 

nonparticipating persons under this exemption.

27. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with 

permission from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. 

Permission from property owner/controller or authorized representative will be 

obtained for each flight to be conducted.

28. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical 

boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA must be reported 

to the FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS−80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be 

reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions 

contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov.

If this exemption permits operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and 

television filming and production, the following additional conditions and limitations apply.

29. The operator must have a motion picture and television operations manual (MPTOM) 

as documented in this grant of exemption.
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30. At least 3 days before aerial filming, the operator of the UAS affected by this 

exemption must submit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight Standards 

District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The 3-day 

notification may be waived with the concurrence of the FSDO. The plan of activities 

must include at least the following:

a. Dates and times for all flights;

b. Name and phone number of the operator for the UAS aerial filming conducted 

under this grant of exemption;

c. Name and phone number of the person responsible for the on-scene operation of 

the UAS;

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

e. Name and certificate number of UAS PICs involved in the aerial filming;

f. A statement that the operator has obtained permission from property owners 

and/or local officials to conduct the filming production event; the list of those 

who gave permission must be made available to the inspector upon request;

g. Signature of exemption holder or representative; and

h. A description of the flight activity, including maps or diagrams of any area, city, 

town, county, and/or state over which filming will be conducted and the altitudes 

essential to accomplish the operation.

31. Flight operations may be conducted closer than 500 feet from participating persons 

consenting to be involved and necessary for the filming production, as specified in the 

exemption holder’s MPTOM.

Unless otherwise specified in this grant of exemption, the UAS, the UAS PIC, and the UAS 

operations must comply with all applicable parts of 14 CFR including, but not limited to, 

parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.

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

Sincerely,

/s/

John S. Duncan

Director, Flight Standards Service
March 13, 2015 

U. S. Department of Transportation 

Docket Management System 

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE 

Washington, DC 20590 

FAA registration number: N5318Z 

Re: Petition for Exemption under Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act 

of2012 and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation regulations from 14 C.P.R. Part 21; 14 C.P.R. 

61.113(a)-(b); 91.7(a); 91.9(b)(2); 91.103(b); 91.109; 91.119; 91.121; 91.151(a); 91.203(a)-(b); 

91.405(a); 91.407(a)(1); 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a)-(b). 

Dear Sir or Madam 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 and 14 

C.P.R. 11, ZoZo Group, LLC herein referred to as "Applicant," a public relations firm 

specializing in public information and communication on state-owned construction projects, 

hereby applies for an exemption from the listed Federal Aviation Regulations ("FAR") to allow 

commercial operation of its small Unmanned Aircraft Systems ("UAS"), so long as such 

operations are conducted within the conditions and limitations outlined in the following petition 

or as may be established by the FAA as required by Section 3 3 3. 

Approval of this exemption would thereby be consistent with the Secretary of 

Transportation's (the FAA Administrator's) responsibilities to " ... establish requirements for the 

safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system." Section 333(c) of the 

Reform Act. 
ZoZo GRoUP, 

Table of Contents 

1. THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE APPLICANT IS: ................................................................................. 2 

2. REGULATIONS FROM WHICH THE EXEMPTION IS REQUESTED ARE: .................................................... 3 

3. STATUTORY AUTHORITY ........................................................................................................................ 3 

4. PUBLIC INTEREST CONSIDERATIONS ..................................................................................................... 4 

5. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 4 

6. SPECIFIC REGULATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 6 

14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates; 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a)(1) ...................................... 6 

14 C.F.R. 45.23(b)- Display of Markings ................................................................................................... 6 

14 C.F.R. 61.113 (a)-(b)- Private Pilot privileges and limitations; Pilot in Command (PIC) ...................... 6 

14 C.F.R. 91.7(a): Civil aircraft airworthiness ............................................................................................ 7 

14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft ................................................................ 8 

14 C.F.R. 91.103- Preflight action .............................................................................................................. 8 

14 C.F.R. 91.109- Flight Instruction ........................................................................................................... 8 

14 C.F. R. 91.119- Minimum safe altitudes: General.. .............................................................................. 8 

14 C.F.R. 91.121- Altimeter settings .......................................................................................................... 9 

14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions .................................................... 9 

14 C.F.R. 91.203 (a)-(b)- Civil Aircraft; Certifications Required ............................................................. 10 

14 C.F.R. 91.405, 14 C.F.R. 91.407, 14 C.F.R. 91.409, 14, C.F.R. 91.417- Inspections, Maintenance 

required, Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding or Alteration, 

Maintenance Records ............................................................................................................................. 10 

7. ZOZO GROUP'S SUMMARY OF REQUESTS FOR ITS UAS ...................................................................... 12 

1. THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE APPLICANT IS: 

ZoZo Group, LLC 

Attn: LaSheita Sayer 
2. REGULATIONS FROM WHICH THE EXEMPTION IS 

REQUESTED ARE: 

14 C.P.R. 21 

14 C.P.R. 45.23(b) 

14 C.P.R. 61.113 (a)-(b) 

14 C.P.R. 91.7 (a) 

14 C.P.R. 91.9 (b) (2) 

14 C.P.R. 91.103 

14 C.P.R. 91.109 

14 C.P.R. 91.119 

14 C.P.R. 91.121 

14 C.P.R. 91.151(a) 

14 C.P.R. 91.203 (a)-(b) 

14 C.P.R. 91.405 (a) 

14 C.P.R. 91.407 (a) (1) 

14 C.P.R. 91.409 (a) (2) 

14 C.P.R. 91.417 (a)-(b) 

3. STATUTORY AUTHORITY 

The P ederal Aviation Act grants the P AA authority to issue exemptions to any 

regulations made pursuant to this title under 49 U.S.C. §44701(f), should the exemption be 

deemed to be in the public interest. 

Section 333(b) of the Reform Act gives guidance in determining whether a UAS may 

operate safely within the National Airspace System (NAS) without creating hazard to the user or 

the public. The factors to be considered under this subsection are: 

• The size, weight, speed, and operational capability of the UAS; 
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4. PUBLIC INTEREST CONSIDERATIONS 

Applicant is a public relations firm specializing in the management of public information 

services on public works projects, primarily through the Colorado Department of 

Transportation (CDOT). Applicant's role on these projects is to provide accurate and timely 

information to the taxpaying public of Colorado regarding government funded construction 

projects. Applicant serves on public works projects throughout the State of Colorado and is 

typically involved in 25 to 35 public information projects each year, each requiring weekly or 

monthly progress imaging. Due to the limited ground-level accessibility of construction sites, 

one challenge Applicant has encountered is the inability to fully demonstrate the effective 

use of taxpayers' dollars through ground level imaging. 

Applicant also proposes to use the UAS to enhance the safety of its team that document 

the progress of each construction project. The UAS will substantially improve safety 

conditions for Applicant's team by allowing members to remain a safe distance from traffic 

and construction equipment while documenting the progress of each construction project. 

In order to more safely and effectively illustrate the progress on public works projects, 

Applicant requests exemptions from FAR provisions concerning the commercial use of civil 

aircraft in the national airspace (NAS). Granting this exemption will help provide improved 

public information regarding highway construction and improve safety conditions for 

Applicant's employees. 

5. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 

The following conditions and limitations, to which Applicant agrees to be bound, provide for 

at least an equivalent level of safety to operations under the current regulatory scheme. The 

conditions and limitations proposed for the commercial operation of the UAS owned and 

operated by Applicant are as follows: 
5. Flights will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet AGL. 

6. Operations will occur during normal Visual Flight Rule Meteorological Conditions 

7. UAS Pilot will be Pilot in Command (PIC). 

8. Minimum crew for each operation will consist of the PIC who will keep the UAS within his 

visual line of sight at all times. One or more Visual Observers may also be present for 

operations, if determined necessary by the PIC. 

9. The PIC will be trained in flight operations and safety procedures as detailed in the 

submitted flight operations and procedures manual. 

10. The PIC will hold at least a current third-class medical certificate. 

11. Notification to stakeholders will be delivered prior to the scheduled flight operations. 

Stakeholders will be identified in accordance with the public information specifications set 

forth by the public entity for each project. Notification may be provided on the flyers 

distributed to notify such stakeholders of the project start. 

12. The UAS will be programmed to return to a pre-determined location within the secure 

perimeter and land should the UAS lose communications or GPS signal. 

13. The PIC will complete a customized UAS flight course, to be commissioned and designed 

by a professional instructor. 

14. Operations will not take place over densely populated areas or within five miles of an 

airport. The UAS will not be operated by the PIC from a moving vehicle. 

15. Prior to proposed operations, the PIC will have completed UAS training described above 

and will have logged at least one successful takeoff and landing in the proceeding 90 days 

with the UAS to be used in the proposed operations in order to ensure that the UAS is in 

good operating condition. 

16. The PIC will land the UAS prior to battery levels dropping below the manufactures' 

recommended minimum level for safe operations. 

17. An integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) on the UAS which allows the UAS to hover 
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Applicant in the National Airspace System will not pose a threat to public safety and should be 

exempted from the regulations listed above. 

6. SPECIFIC REGULATIONS 

14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates; 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a)(1) 

ZoZo Group's UAS is a DJI Phantom FC40 P330 rotorcraft, weighing less than fifteen 

pounds, including payload. It carries no hazardous or flammable materials, is unmanned, and 

operates at speeds of no more than 40 knots. The aircraft can hover and move in a vertical and 

horizontal plane simultaneously and is equipped with remote link failsafe including a "return to 

home" feature. Flight operations will only take place in a predetermined and limited area during 

normal weather conditions and always within the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the Pilot in 

Command (PIC). All operations will fall within Class G airspace, under 400 feet AGL. 

Applicant therefore seeks complete relief from this Section. 

14 C.F .R. 45.23(b) - Display of Markings 

The size of the DJI Phantom UAS makes it impossible to mark the aircraft in accordance 

with Section 45.23(b). Labeling areas of the aircraft is unnecessary because the UAS will have 

no entrance, cabin, cockpit, or pilot station. Applicant therefore seeks complete relief from this 

Section. 

14 C.F.R. 61.113 (a)-(b)- Private Pilot privileges and limitations; Pilot in Command (PIC) 

14 C.F.R. 61.113 restricts a person with a private pilot's certificate from being the PIC in 

a commercial flight. Due to the size and weight of Applicant's UAS, the condition that no 

passengers or pilot will be carried on board

and the condition that no propert

ill b
Manufacturer suggests that the maximum battery life is between 15-18 minutes. Applicant 

proposes a limitation on flight time to ensure that the UAS retains enough charge to safely land 

and make any emergency maneuvers. In light of the estimated battery life, no flights shall go 

longer than 10 minutes per battery charge or shall use more than 80% of battery life during each 

flight operation. Additionally, the DJI UAS is also equipped with failsafe modes to alert the 

operator when battery life is no longer able to support the continued flight of the UAS. Page 15 

of the FOPM explains emergency battery procedures for this DJI Phantom UAS. An equivalent 

level of safety provided by the regulations in 14 C.F .R. 61.113 ( a)-(b) can be achieved by pairing 

a basic aeronautical understanding along with a customized UAS-specific training program 

designed for Applicant's specific use of the UAS. Given the unique operational capabilities and 

safety features of Applicant's UAS, Applicant proposes that the PIC not be required to hold a 

commercial pilot certification. Instead, Applicant proposes its operators should be required to: 

• Complete a customized UAS flight school course, to be commissioned and designed by a 

professional instructor. 

• Be trained in flight operations and safety procedures as detailed in the submitted flight 

operations and procedures manual. 

• Have logged at least one successful takeoff and landing in the proceeding 90 days with 

the U AS to be used in the proposed operations in order to ensure that the U AS is in good 

operating condition. 

• Complete the checklist provided in the FOPM prior to operation. 

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

The regulation requires that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy 

condition. In light of the size, features, and nature of proposed use, Applicant seeks complete 

relief from this section. 
• Evaluation of wind and weather conditions. 

14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft. 

The applicant proposes that all materials suggested in 14 C.P.R.§ 91.9(b), § 91.203(a) 

and (b),§ 47.3(b)(2), and 47.31(c) be available at the ground station within reach of the PIC 

during flight operations. Because the manufacturer of the DJI phantom does not have an FAAapproved Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, a supplementary customized Flight Operations and 

Procedures Manual (FOPM) will be created by Applicant. Applicant will thus satisfy the intent of the 

regulation. 

14 C.F.R. 91.103- Preflight action 

The pre-flight checklist proposed above, to be included in the FOPM, will provide an 

equivalent level of safety to that provided by the regulations in this section. Before each flight, 

the PIC will perform all pre-flight check items listed above including reviewing weather, 

checking battery levels, aircraft performance data, and estimates of landing and takeoff 

distances. 

14 C.F.R. 91.109- Flight Instruction 

This Section 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. 

By its design, UAS do not include dual controls or any type of throw-over controls to aid 

in flight instruction. However, because the transmitter is hand-held, an instructor can take over 

control of the UAS easily by simply handing the controller to the instructor. This will provide an 

equivalent level of safety as the dual-control feature provides in commercial aircraft during 

training and instruction. 
or structure. Since the typical photo assignment would be photography of unopened intersections 

and/or roads, it may become necessary to operate at distances closer than 500 feet. Due to the 

small size and weight of the UAS and the type of locations it will be flying over, operating the 

device at a closer proximity would not adversely affect public safety or national security. Also 

the UAS will not carry a pilot or any passengers and will also not store any types of flammable 

or hazardous liquids on board therefore greatly reducing any potential harm. 

An equivalent level of safety to that achieved by this provision will be achieved in 

Applicant's proposed operations given the size, weight, and speed of the UAS as well as the 

nature of the proposed use of the UAS. The majority of flight operations will take place over 

closed construction sites and other sparsely populated areas. No flight will be taken without 

notice to identifiable stakeholders. 

14 C.F.R. 91.121- Altimeter settings 

The DJI Phantom does not have a barometric altimeter. Instead, the device has a GPS 

altitude read out. Applicant seeks complete relief from this Section. An equivalent level of 

safety will be achieved by use of the GPS altitude indicator to confirm the altitude of the launch 

site shown before flight, pursuant to the FOPM Manual and Safety Check list. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions 

Section 91.151 (a) 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." 

Due to the specifications of the DJI Phantom its battery does not allow for flights longer 
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14 C.F.R. 91.203 (a)-(b)- Civil Aircraft; Certifications Required 

The regulation provides in part: 

(a) Except as provided in§ 91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within 

it the following: 

(1) An appropriate and current airworthiness certificate .... 

(2) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by 

paragraph (a) of this section or a special flight authorization issued under §91.715 is 

displayed at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. 

Because Applicant's UAS weighs less than fifteen pounds and lacks the capacity to carry 

any additional materials, aside from its battery and the attached camera; in order to achieve an 

equivalent level of safety the applicant proposes that the paperwork required by 91.203 to be 

located at the ground station, immediately accessible to the PIC. 

14 C.F.R. 91.405, 14 C.F.R. 91.407, 14 C.F.R. 91.409, 14, C.F.R. 91.417- Inspections, 

Maintenance required, Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding 

or Alteration, Maintenance Records 

Section 91.405(a) requires, in pertinent part, that an aircraft operator or owner shall have 

the aircraft inspected and shall, between required inspections, have any deficiencies repaired. 

Section 91.407(a)(l) prohibits, in pertinent part, any person from operating an aircraft 

that has undergone maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless it has 

been approved for return to service by a person authorized under Section 43.7. 

Section 91.409(a)(2) prescribes, in pertinent part, that no person may operate an aircraft 
ZoZo 

An equivalent level of safety will be achieved because Applicant's small UAS is very limited in 

size and will carry a small payload consisting only of a camera, and operate only in restricted 

areas for limited periods of time. If mechanical issues arise, the UAS can land immediately and 

will never exceed an altitude of 400 feet AGL. Further, because there is no certified inspection 

facility for the DJI Phantom UAS, it is impossible for Applicant to comply with these 

regulations. 
ZoZo 

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7. ZOZO GROUP'S SUMMARY OF REQUESTS FOR ITS UAS 

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Pursuant to 14 C.P.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.P.R. Parts 21- Subpart H; 14 C.P.R. 45.23(b); 14 C.F.R 61.113 (a)-(b); 14 C.P.R. 91.7 (a); 

14 C.P.R. 91.9 (b) (2); 14 C.P.R. 91.103; 14 C.P.R. 91.109; 14 C.F. R. 91.119; 14 C.P.R. 91.121; 

14 C.P.R.§ 91.151(a); 14 C.P.R. 91.203 (a)-(b); 14 C.P.R. 91.405 (a); 14 C.P.R. 91. 407 (a) (1); 

14 C.P.R. 91.409 (a) (2); 14 C.P.R. 91.417 (a) -(b) to operate commercially a small unmanned 

vehicle (55lbs or less) for aerial imagery documentation of highway construction projects. 

Approved commercial flight operations would result in more comprehensive and 

effective public information provided to drivers and the tax-paying public of Colorado regarding 

construction projects in the state. Additionally, approval of this exemption would help increase 

public safety by making project documentation protocol safer. Current procedures endanger the 

safety of Applicant's team by requiring team members to enter potentially unsafe construction 

zones to document progress. Applicant's use of a UAS will allow to more accurately and safely 

capture high resolution images of project progress. 

The size, weight, and limited operational capabilities of the DJI Phantom UAS owned by 

Applicant provide no substantial risks to the integrity or safety of the NAS and poses no threat to 

national security. The U AS will not carry any passengers or a pilot, will not contain any 
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DJI Phantom 

Flight Operations land Procedures Manual 

Pre-flight Instruction & 

Operations Check List 

Aircraft and Transmitter Specractions 

PHANTOM Quick Start v1.7 

Specifactions of the Aircraft 

Parameters Range 

Operating Temperature - 10oC to 50oC 

Power Consumption 3.12 w 

Supported Battery Only 3S LiPo 

Take Off Weight < 1200g 

Hovering Accuracy Vertical: .8m. Horizontal: 2.5m 

Max. Yaw Angular Velocity 200 o/s 

Max. Tilt Angle 35° 

Max Ascent/ Descent speed 6 m/s (11.66 knots) 

Max Flight Velocity 10 m/s (19.45 knots) 

Diagonal Distance 350mm 

Weight 670g 

Weig~~("Yith Battery) 800g 

Transmitter Specfications 

Parameters Range 

Working Frequency 2.4 GHz ISM 

Control Channel Numbers of Transmitter 7 

Communication Distance 1000m 

Receive Sensitivity (1% PER) > -100 dBm 

Working Current/Voltage 52 mA@6V 

4 AA Batteries required 

DJI Phantom 

Flight Operations and Procedures 

Part 1 

Pre-flight Instruction 

Before powering up the OJ/ Phantom 

Make sure batteries in transmitter are good 

Make sure OJ/ 35 LiPo battery is fully charged 

Make sure Control Mode switch 51 is in GPS mode 

Make sure IOC Switch 52 is in off postion 

Before each flight in new area make sure that OJ/ copter has been properly calibrated 

Make sure to first switch on the remote transmitter then power on the OJ/ Phantom before takeoff 

Make sure to power off the multi rotor first then switch off the transmitter after landing 

Aircraft camera shouldd face away from pilot before takeoff 

1. Switch power switch to ON position on remote transmitter 

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0. Power on the Aircraft 

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3. Wait about 1 to 2 minutes for LED indicator light to be flashing green only 

(a rapidly blinking green light 4 times in a row means the home point has been set) 

4. Make sure that Control Mode Switch Sl is switched all the way up to GPS mode 

and LED indicator on Dji phantom air system is flashing only green 

5. When Control mode switch S1 is in GPS mode on trasmitter and the LED indiator 

on the DJI Phantom airsystem is flashing green only motor start up and take off phase may begin. 

DJI Phantom 

Flight Operations and Procedures 

Part 2 

Motor Start Up and Take off Phase 

1. When Control mode switch Sl is in GPS mode on trasmitter and the LED indiator on the DJI Phantom airsystem 

pull both joysticks to the corners in one of the demonstrated ways. 

2. This will power on the DJI Phantom engine, propellers should be spinning but DJI phantom airsystem should stil 

3. To initiate take off push the left joystick (throttle) up past 70% so the DJi takes off quickly and smoothly from H 

(Don't Hesitate! Make sure you give the copter adequate throtle to get off the ground, 

if you are too soft with the throttle on take off the Dji phantom will flip) 

4. Once off the ground allow the DJI Phantom quadcopter to hover at about 10ft AGL for around 25 seconds to 31 

{This allows IMU to warm up) 
DJI Phantom Flight Operation Checklist 

Aerial/ Ground 

Phantom Pre-Flight 

Post Takeoff Checklist 

Pre Land Checklist 

D Weather Forecast 

D Airports/ Airspace 

D Flight Plan Hazards 

D Emergency Plan 

D Battery charge-100% 

D Router charge -100% 

D Router-ON 

D Controller-On 

D Toggle Switches-FULL UP 

0 Rotor Blades- INSTALLED 

D sUAS Antenna- CHECK 

D sUAS Visual Inspection-CHECK 

D Gimbal Lock/ Lens Cap 

0 sUAS Battery- INSERTED 

D sUAS power- ON 

D Camera- ON & connected 

D Satellite Connection 

D Switch 51 toggle 5+ to intiate calibration (Yellow) 

D Rotate Horizontally 360 degree (Green) 

D Turn nose down, rotate 360 degrees (Flashing Green) 

D Set on level surface 

D Clear area 

D Start rotor blades 

D Initiate takeoff sequencing 

0 Hover ten feet AGL-CONFIRM CONTROL 

D All sticks operate correctly in hover-Verified 

D Camera-FULL UP 

D Video recording-STOP 

0 Landing Zone- CLEAR 

D Hover to Landing 

D Landing area CLEAR 

For NAZA-M Firmware V3.12 

& Assistant Software V2.12 

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

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

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

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

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

frequency between the transmitter and the receiver, etc. 

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

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

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

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

release note and NAZA-M quick start guide. 
Content 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LOW-VOLTAGE ALERT ...................................................................................................................... 15 LED DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................... 15 

SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AIRCRAFT ......................................................................................... 16 
Disclaimer & Warning 

Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the PHANTOM. By using this product, you hereby agree to this 

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

AGEOF18. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

conditions: 

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

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

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

3. Any mental damage compensation caused by accident. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

obvious faults, obvious defect or missing accessories). 

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

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

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

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

snow, hail, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes etc. 

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

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

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

aircraft. 

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Cautions for Product Use 

Before use of the product, please accept some flight training (Using a simulator to practice flying, getting 

instruction from a professional person, etc.). 

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

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

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

avoid serious injury. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

RESPONSIBLY. 

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

part you should immediately seek medical assistance. 

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

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

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

Trademarks 

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Battery Usage & Charging Cautions 

1. Do not put the battery into water; store the battery in a cool and dry environment. 

2. Only use the correctly specified batteries 

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

immediately seek medical assistance. 

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

5. Battery should be charged with proper standard charger. 

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

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

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

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

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

11. Do not hit or throw the battery. 

12. Do not weld the battery terminals together. 

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

14. Do not disassemble or alter the battery. 

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

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

shorten the service life of the battery. 

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

may cause a hazard. 

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

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

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

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

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

contact, thus causing energy loss or inability to charge. 

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

with insulating tape before discarding. 
In the Box 

Aircraft Transmitter 

Frame for Camera I Propellers 

USB Cable Screw Package (tvl3x6) /- [J 

Reauired Items 

Phillips Screwdriver 5# AA Batteries 

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Landing Gear 

(with Compass Module) 

Assistant Wrench 

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Accessory 

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Introduction 

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

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

• Built-in 

-/ NAZA-M Autopilot System 

(Refer to NAZA·IY1 manual for details) 

-/ GPS & Compass Module 

-/ R/C Receiver 

-/ Power System for Flight 

-/ LED Indicator 

-/ USB Interface 

(in the Battery Compartment) 

• Function 

-/ A TTI./GPS A TTl. Mode 

-/ Intelligent Orientation Control 

-/ Enhanced Fail-Safe 

-/ Low-Voltage Alert 

• Camera Frame (For GoPro) 

• Takeoff Weight:<l200g 

Antenna-~----~-------~~· 

IOC Switch-~~----'"1 

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Joystick~· 

Yaw 

Power~--

Motor~-~--

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Direction LED~-­

Green 

LED 

lndicator~--~~----­

Receiver Antenna-----------~----

Camera Mo;;;:;:; ____ __. 

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Control Mode 

-/ !Switch 

I 51 f)GPS 

I '1'::lATTI -/ !;::\ ATTI -/ 

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---~~~-~-~~ -Adhesive Tape 

--------------~~--Landing Gear 

-------~--~--~-compass 

Working Frequency: 2.4GHz ISM 

Control Channel Numbers of Transmitter: 7 

Communication Distance: lOOOm 

Receiver Sensitivity(l%PER): > -lOOdBm 

Power Consumption of Transmitter:< 20dBm 

Working Current/Voltage: 52 mA@6V 

AA Battery (5#): 4 Required 
Aircraft & Transmitter Basic Operation 

Definitions 

• Stick neutral position and stick released means the stick ofT ransmitter is pushed to the central position. 

• Command Stick means the stick ofT ransmitter is oushed awav from the central 

Aircraft 

GPS A TTl. A TTl. A TTl. 

(Nanual or 

Failsafe is 

selectable 

GPS A TTl. Mode/ A TTl. Mode 

Throttle stick is for aircraft up& down control. The aircraft will hold 

the height automatically if the stick is centered. You should Push 

the throttle stick to the neutral position to take-off the multi-rotor. 

Note that the stick returns to the central position when released 

for the transmitter V3.5. For the version below 3.5, the stick 

cannot hold 

Yaw stick is for aircraft rudder control. 

Command stick controls the angular velocity of the aircraft, with 

the maximum rudder angular velocity of 200• /s. Left stick 

command gives counter clock-wise rotation of the aircraft, & vice 

versa. 

Roll stick is for aircraft left/right control and Pitch 

front/back control. Command stick controls the angle 

aircraft. Stick neutral position is foro·, its endpoint is 35 •. 

and pitch sticks return to the central position when released. 

• In GPS Mode, the aircraft will 

when sticks released. 

• In A TTl. Mode, the aircraft will keep attitude stabilizing 

horizontal position (different from hover in GPS Mode). 

3-position switch (Sl) on the Transmitter for mode control. 

after Compass Module connection and Compass calibration, GPS 

A TTl. Mode is available. Otherwise, all switch positions are for 

A TTl. Mode. Pay attention because the GPS A TTl. Mode is 

dependent on the number of GPS satellites acquired by the main 

controller. Refer to the LED Indicator. When GPS signal has been 

lost for 3s, system enters ATTI. Mode automatically. You can 

enable the Manual Mode or FailSafe (also known as One-key 
Before Flying 

l·· II!. the Transmitter Batteries 

l. Open the battery compartment cover of the Transmitter. 

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

3. Close the battery compartment cover of the Transmitter . 

• 

• Risk of explosion if replaced by an incorrect type. 

• Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 

• Remove the batteries after use. 

• When the voltage is lower than 4V, the transmitter will alarm with sound of "BB ............ ", please change the 

batteries. 

2 Battery Charging - LiPo Battery 

Please use the full charged battery of 3S LiPo. 

(Recommended parameters: 733496- 2200MAH-20C - ll.lV.) 

3. 

1. First prepare the aircraft and the propellers (original 8-inch). 

2. Assemble the propellers (the side with rotary mark facing up) to the aircraft. Make sure the rotary mark on the 

propeller is the same as the mark on the frame arm. The arrow's direction stands for the rotating direction of the 

motors. 

3. nuts. 
4. Mount the Landing Gear with the Compass Module if Required 

If the GPS A TTl. Mode is desired, you must first mount the landing gear which contains the Compass Module. 

1. Prepare the aircraft and the landing gear. 

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

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

5-pin cable to the Compass Module. 

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

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

Landing Gear Mounting Compass Module Connecting 

• When flying, please make sure the compass module is stationary and firm. 

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

mount it as the procedures above. 

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

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5. Turn on the Transmitter 

the IOC and Control Mode switch to the top position. 
6. Power on the Aircraft 

1. Place the aircraft on the ground 

2. Open the battery compartment cover of the aircraft. 

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

4. Connect the battery and aircraft by the power lead and make sure the ESC's work properly. (Correct sound) 

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

(EU~t®~Ut<tee<teeee ). 

6. Put the power cable into the battery compartment. 

7. Close the battery compartment cover. 

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

quickly(®®®®), as the system is warming up. 

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

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

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

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

select the "tools" tab and follow the tips of the "ltviU Calibration" to do operation. 

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

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

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

affect the flight. 

2

The compass module had been put near a magnet; in this situation please timely replace the compass for a ne
7. GPS & Compass Calibration 

If the Compass Module is not used, you can skip this step. 

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

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

Compass Module connections are correct. 

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

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

be out of control. 

Make sure to keep away from 

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

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

area. 

1. Quickly switch the control mode switch from A TTl. Mode to GPS A TTl. 

Mode and back to ATT/. Mode for 6 to 10 times, The LED indicator will turn 

to constantly yellow. 

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

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

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

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

finished. 

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

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

the calibration, and then re-start from l. 

GPS A TTl. Mode 

A TTl. Mode 

A TTl. Mode->GPS A TTl. Mode -> 

A TTl. Mode is one time , quickly 

switch 6 to 10 times 
Test 

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

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

this step. 

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

3. Start-up 

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

start and self-check has finished. 

Please wait for the system to warm up gradually with the LED blinks Yellow 4 times quickly(®®@®). You 

should not start the motors until the blinking disappears . 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tr::mo.mitt<>r after landing . 
The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control 

An introduction of Go-Home and Landing. 

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

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

The flowchart of failsafe and how to regain control(the following content is for the firmware v3.12) 

This section will demonstrate the working logic of failsafe and how to regain control. 

The following description is effective only when: 

l. The aircraft is in flight. 

2. The GPS works normally and signal is GOOD satellite, the LED blinks a single red light or 

no red light). 

Node: (l) the aircraft will level its attitude immediately 

later. tailsafe is triggered and aircraft will start to go home. (3) If signal is 

during (l) or (2), it will resume normal flight immediately. 

the aircraft will slow down and hover. 

If you want the aircraft to Return Home, please do not turn the 

back on within 3 seconds*, otherwise the aircraft will exit 

If you choose to turn off the transmitter, 

you must be pretty sure that you know 

how to regain control. Here we offer a 

method, please read carefully. 

We strongly recommend you DO NOT try "Turn off the transmitter" , because 

there are three types of risk: 

(l) You must be pretty clear whether the Home-point is OK for landing or not. (You 

have to understand the definition of Home-point well and the working process of 

failsafe) 

(2) If there are tall buildings around, the aircraft may be obstructed on the way. 

When you turn off the transmitter, use the following 

method to regain control: 

(l) Switch the transmitter Sl switch to GPS. position. 

(2) and then put the throttle stick to lowest position, 

you can now turn the transmitter back on (greater than 

5secs after switching off

important)

then put throttle 
cannot provide enough power for the aircraft, in order to warn 

./ The first level protection has LED warning . 

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

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

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

and the control of Roll and Yaw are the same as before. 

(l) Configure the FailSafe function in the assistant software -> "Advanced" -> "F/S" and read the 

instruction thoroughly and carefully. 

(2) Configure the Low-Voltage Alert function in the assistant software-> "Advanced,.-> "Voltage" and 

read the instruction thoroughly and carefully. 

LED Descriotion 

System Status 

System start and self-check 

IMU abnormal data 

Warm up after power on 

Bias of Sensors too Big 

Compass Error too Big 

T x signal lost 

Low Voltage Alert 

Record forward direction or home point 

Control Mode Indictor 

GPS Signal State Indicator 

LED Flashing 

•••••• 

Manual Mode: None 

A TTl. Mode: • ( stick(s) not at center •• ) 

GPS Mode: 8 ( stick(s) not at center 88 ) 

IOC Mode: •• ( stick(s) not at center ••• ) 

GPS Signal is Best(GPS Satellite number> 6): None 

GPS Signal is Weii(GPS Satellite number= 6): • 
Compass Calibration 

Begin horizontal calibration 

Begin vertical calibration 

Calibration or others error 

ESC Sound Introduction 

Ready 

Throttle stick is not at bottom 

Input signal abnormal 

Input voltage abnormal 

Transmitter State Introduction 

LED Flashing 

·ransmitter State 

The throttle stick isn't at the lowest position after turning on may alarm. 

Linking between the Transmitter and the Receiver 

Normal Operation 

Low-battery Alert (Need to change the battery} 

~oecitications of the Aircraft 

Operating Temperature 

Power Consumption 

Supported Battery 

Take-off Weight 

Parameters 

Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode) 

Max Yaw Angular Velocity 

Max Tilt Angle 

Max Ascent / Descent Speed 

Max Flight Velocity 

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CE Statement 

Due to the used enclosure material, the device shall only be connected to a USB Interface of version 2.0 or higher. The 

connection to so called power USB is prohibited. 

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

BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. 

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

other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. 

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FCC Statement 

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

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

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

that may cause undesired operation. 

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

changes to this equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

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

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

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This product is not suitable for people under the age of 18. Please carefully read the "Quick 

Start Guide", "User Guide", disclaimer, and fully watch the "Quick Start Videos" before 

using the PHANTOM. Users should make every effort to fly regularly in order to improve 

their flight skills as an advanced level pilot ) . Please fly safely and responsibly. 

Please follow these guidelines prior to flying your Phantom: 

turn on the Remote Controller prior to turning on the Phantom. 

Toggle SL S2 to the top. 

Be sure there are no distractions when you're flying. 

When starting your training, be sure you are in a very large open area. Be aware of your 

surroundings. Always fly in areas void of obstacles and away from traffic and people. 

Before actually taking off, be sure you have calibrated the compass and you have full 

GPS satellite reception (Slow Continuous Green Flashing). 

Never fly over 400 feet. During training, stay behind your imaginary barrier and never fly behind yourself. 

When in doubt, gently pull down on the throttle stick and land. 

DO NOT PANIC. 

The aircraft camera should face AWAY from the pilot before takeoff. 

CAUTION 

DO NOT fly the Phantom within a radius of 2 meters. 
Take off and land with battery facing you. 

Hover in one spot keeping battery facing you, make 

sure to control Left/Right/Forward/Back movement. 

Rotate left, rotate 

pointed at yourself. 

but try to keep the battery 
Slowly fly forward/back/left/right with back of 

Phantom pointed at yourself. 

Fly forward to a spot 20-30 feet away. 

Then fly back keeping the battery pointed at yourself. 

tv1ark a spot (B) on the ground lOft away from the Phantom's 

take off point. Hover and fly towards that spot and land at 

the spot (B). Then go back into a hover and bring the Phantom 

back to its original position (A) and land again. 
Fly left lOft away from your take-off point, then fly right 

lOft from your take-off point all while keeping battery 

pointed at yourself. 

3 meters 3 meters 

Then, while keeping the camera pointed forward, 

fly a 4 point square box formation going clockwise. 

Be sure to be in control and stop and hover in place 

at each point before proceeding to the next point. 

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Do the same as above but fly the 4 point box formation 

counter-clockwise. Be sure to be in control and stop 

and hover in place at each point before proceeding 

to the next point. 

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In a hover, starting with the battery pointed at yourself, 

rotate 360 degrees clockwise. 

In a hover, starting with the battery pointed at yourself, 

rotate 360 degrees counter-clockwise. 

Starting with the battery pointed at yourself, go into a hover. 

Then rotate the Phantom 90 degrees facing left, and fly a 4 

point square box formation going clockwise. Be sure to be in 

control and stop and hover in place at each point before 

proceeding to the next point. 

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Starting with the battery pointed at yourself, go into a hover. 

Then rotate the Phantom 90 degrees facing right, and fly a 4 

point square box formation going counter-clockwise. 

Be sure to be in control and stop and hover in place at each 

point before proceeding to the next point. 

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keep the altitude and also the circle as uniform as possible. 

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Be sure to keep the altitude the same and the circle as 

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Fly a 4 point square box clockwise while keeping the camera 

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phantom in the direction of travel. 

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same and the circle as uniform as possible . 

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Fly a circle counter-clockwise with the camera pointed at the 

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a figure 8 without rotating the Phantom. Be sure to keep 

the altitude the same and the circle as uniform as possible. 

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a Figure 8 with the camera of the Phantom pointed in the 

direction of travel. Be sure to keep the altitude the same and 

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Fly Figure 8 patterns while experimenting with different orientations. 

For example, camera always pointed in a given direction or opposite/ 

left/right the direction of travel, etc. Be sure to keep the altitude the 

same and the circle as uniform as possible. 

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Return Home land Mode 

Be sure you are in a large open area. Before you take off, 

make sure you have a good GPS lock by ensuring your LED 

indicators are flashing Green. Fly the Phantom at least 50ft 

away from your take off point. Turn off the Remote Controller. 

The Phantom will enter it's failsafe Return-To-Home Mode. 

Let the Phantom finish it's routine and land itself within 2 meters 

of the take off point. 

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Be sure you are in a large open area. Before you take off, make 

sure you have a good GPS lock by ensuring your LED indicators 

are flashing Green. Fly the Phantom 50ft away from your take 

off point. Turn off the Remote Controller. The Phantom will 

enter it's failsafe Return-To-Home Mode. When the Phantom 

is returning home, you can intercept RTH Mode by switching 

the Sl Switch from the top position to the middle or lower 

position, then continue flying the Phantom.