# July 31, 2015

Exemption No. 12265 Regulatory Docket No. FAA

–2015

–2115

Ms. Dannette J. Myers Manager Michael’s Drone Photography, LLC 1850 Golden Gate Avenue Kingman, AZ 86401 Dear Ms. Myers: 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 May 28, 2015, you petitioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on behalf ofMichael’s Drone Photography, LLC (hereinafter petitioner or operator) for an exemption. The petitioner requested to operate an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to conduct aerial videography and photography for real estate purposes

. 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 Inspire 1

.

# 2 The petitioner requested relief from 14 CFR part 21, Certificationprocedures for products and parts, Subpart H

— Airworthiness Certificates

. In accordance with the statutory criteria 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 collection1



# . 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

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• They are similar in all material respects to relief previously requested in Grant of Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213; • The reasons stated by the FAA for granting Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213 also apply to the situation you present; and
• A grant of exemption is in the public interest. Our Decision In consideration of the foregoing, I find that a grant of exemption is in the public interest. Therefore, pursuant to the authority contained in 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 40113, and 44701, delegated to me by the Administrator, Michael’s Drone Photography, 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

1 

## Aerial data collection includes any remote sensing and measuring by an instrument(s) aboard the UA. Examples include imagery (photography, video, infrared, etc.), electronic measurement (precision surveying, RF analysis, etc.), chemical measurement (particulate measurement, etc.), or any other gathering of data by instruments aboard the UA.

# 3 aerial data collection

. This exemption is subject to the conditions and limitations listed below. Conditions and Limitations In this grant of exemption, Michael’s Drone Photography, LLC is hereafter referred to as the operator. 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 Inspire 1 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 f light 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

# 4 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 f ollowed. 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 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

# 5 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 (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 five minutes or with the reserve power recommended by the manuf acturer 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

# 6 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. 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

# 7 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 ofclosed

-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. 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.

# 8 This exemption terminates on August 31, 2017, unless sooner superseded or rescinded. Sincerely, /s/ John S. Duncan Director, Flight Standards Service

Enclosures

## May 28,2015 Michael's Drone Photography, L.L.C. 1850 Golden Gate Ave.

Kingman, AZ 86401 (928) 897-2631 dronephotos(q{hotmail.com

U.S. Department ofTransportation Docket Management System 1200NewJerseyAvenue SE Washington, DC 20590


# Re: Exemption Request Section 333 ofthe FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations from 14 C.F.R. 45.23(b);14 CFR Part 21;14 CFR61.113 (a) & 

# (b); 13 C.F.R. 61.133(a); 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(s)/Madam(s):
Pursuant to Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 

# ("Reform Act") and 14 C.P.R. Part 11, Michael's Drone Photography, L.L.C., an Arizona limited liability company, the operator ofa DJI Inspire 1 ("UA"), seeks an exemption from the Federal Aviation Regulations 

# ("FARs") as listed and discussed below.
Michael's Drone Photography's team has flown its UAs, for recreational purposes, for hundreds ofhourswithoutincident and was recently granted a similar exemptionfor its DJI Inspire 1 UA. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs are equipped to take aerial videography and photography to enhance awareness for those individuals and companies unfamiliar with the geographical layout ofcertain areas and augmentreal estate listings and promote the use ofcertain real estate properties which provides an enhancement to academic research being performed in certain geographical areas 

# ("purpose").

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Michael's Drone Photography, 1850 Golden Gate Avenue, Kingman, Arizona 86401 Phone: (928) 897-2631 {:

# Michael's Drone Photography's exemption request will permit the operation of comparatively inexpensive UAs in tightly controlled, predetermined and limited airspace. This airspace will include areas away from general public, airports, heliports and vehicular traffic for community videos, and within property boundaries for real estate listing videos and photos. Currently, similar lightweight, remote controlled UAs are legally operated by unmonitored and untrained amateurhobbyistswithno safetyplanor controls inplaceto preventcatastrophic events. Michael's Drone Photography has safety protocols and controls in place to avoid and prevent public hazards as well as preventing the interference with manned aircraft which could cause a hazard or catastrophe. This acts to enhance safety protocols unique to Michael's Drone Photography's lightweight UAs being utilized specifically for real estate videography and photography. Michael's Drone Photography hope to be able to conduct aerial videography and cinematographyto enhance academic community awareness and augmentreal estate listingphotos and videos and record otherinformation gained through permitted flight operations which may be shared with the FAA through any required FAA reports to assist with the development offuture FAA protocols and safety regulations.
The use ofMichael's Drone Photography's UAs for these purposes reduces the need to operate conventional aircraft, typically needed to perform these types ofoperations, provides an economic benefit to the business consumer as the Michael's Drone Photography UAs provides higher quality imagery at a fraction of the cost of aerial videography and photography using conventional aircraft. These savings result in not only enhanced efficiency and productivity for the affected activities but added environmental and safety benefits to the public at large.
As described more fully below, Michael's Drone Photography's requested exemption would authorize commercial operations ofaerial videography and photography, using Michael's Drone Photography'sUAs, whichwill be operatedunder controlled conditions at an altitude ofno greater than three hundred (400) feet AGL in airspace that is limited in scope and will have automated control features. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs will also be operated by an individual who has passed an FAA approved ground training exam, ifrequired by the FAA. As outlinedbelow, the airspaceinwhichMichael'sDronePhotography'sUAs will operate withinwill be disclosed to the FAA in advance to flight operation. Finally, Michael's Drone Photography's UAs will be used in lieu ofcomparatively hazardous operations now conducted with fixed wing and rotary conventional aircraft which should reassure the FAAthatthese operations will achieve at least an equivalent level or greater level ofsafety.
In the interest of economic efficiency and public safety, Michael's Drone Photography herebyrespectfully applies for an exemption from the listed FARs to allowcommercial operations ofMichael'sDronePhotography'sUAs, so long as suchoperations are conductedwithinandunder the conditions outlined herein or as may be established by the FAA as required by Section 333. 2
Michael's Drone Photography, 1850 Golden Gate Avenue, Kingman, Arizona 86401 Phone:(928)897-2631

## Approval of this exemption would thereby enhance safety and fulfill the Secretary of Transportation's ("Administrator") 

## responsibilities under Section 333(c) ofthe Reform Act to "establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system."
As discussedabove andmore fully describedbelow, therequested exemptionwouldpermit the operation ofsmall, unmanned and relatively inexpensive UAs under controlled conditions in airspace that is limited and predetermined. Approval ofthis exemption would thereby enhance safety and fulfill the Administrator responsibilities to "

...establish requirements for the safe operation ofsuch aircraft systems in the national airspace system." Please see Section 333(c) of the Reform Act. Additionally, the FAA has already granted a previous exemption which is essentially identical to the exemption being sought by Michael's Drone Photography. Please see FAA ExemptionNo. 11138.
The name and address ofthe applicant is:
Michael's Drone Photography, L.L.C. 1850 Golden Gate Ave. Kingman, AZ 86401 (928) 897-2631



# REGULATIONS FROM WHICH THE EXEMPTION IS REQUESTED
14 C.F.R. Part 21 14 C.F.R. 45.23(b) 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) & 

## (b) 13 C.F.R. 61.133(a) 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) 14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2) 14 C.F.R. 91.103 14 C.F.R. 91.109 14 C.F. R. 91.119 14 C.F.R. 91.121 14 C.F.R. 91.151(a) 14 C.F.R. 91.203(a) & (b) 14 C.F.R. 91.405(a) 3
Michael's Drone Photography, 1850 Golden Gate Avenue, Kingman, Arizona 86401 Phone: (928) 897-2631

# 14 C.P.R. 91.407(a)(1) 14 C.P.R. 91.409(a)(2) 14 C.P.R. 91.417(a) & 

# (b)
This exemption application is expressly submitted to fulfill Congress' goal in passing Section 333(a) through (c) ofthe Reform Act. This law directs the Secretary ofTransportation to consider whether certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system (NAS) before completion oftherulemaking required under Section 332 ofthe Reform Act. In making this determination, the Secretary is required to determine which types ofUAs do not create ahazard to users ofthe NAS or the public orpose athreatto national security in light ofthe following:

• The UA's size, weight, speed, and operational capability; • Operation ofthe UAs in close proximity to airports and populated areas; and • Operation ofthe UAs within visual line ofsight ("VLOS") ofthe operator.
Reform Act§ 333 (a). Lastly, ifthe Secretary determines that such vehicles "may operate safely in the national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation ofsuch aircraft in the national airspace system." Id. § 3 3 3(c) (emphasis added). 1


# The Federal AviationAct expressly grants the FAAthe authorityto issue exemptions. This statutory authority by its terms includes exempting civil aircraft, as the term is defined under §40101 ofthe Act, that includes UAs, from the requirement that all civil aircraft must have a current airworthiness certificate.
The Administrator may grant an exemption from a requirement ofa regulation prescribed under subsection (a) or (b) of this section or any sections 44702-44716 of this title if the Administrator finds the exemption in the public interest. 49 U.S.C. §4470l(f). See also 49 USC §44711(a); 49 USC §44704; 14 CFR §91.203 (a) (1).


# Michael's Drone Photography's UAs are rotorcraft weighing less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg) including energy source(s), equipment and any payload. Theyoperate, undernormal

1 

### Michael's Drone Photography interprets this provision to place the duty on the Administrator to not only process applications for exemptions under section 333, but forthe Administrator to craft conditions for the safe operation ofthe UA, if itshould be determined thatthe conditions set forth herein do notfulfill the statutory requirements for approval. 3 

### Reform Act Section 333 (b). 

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# conditions at a ground speed ofno more than thirty (30) knots and have the capability to hover, and move in the vertical and horizontal plane simultaneously. The UAs will operate only inline of sight and within safe. Such operations will insure that the UA will "not create a hazard to users ofthe national airspace system orthe public."3 

# Giventhe small size ofthe UAs involved and the restricted environmentwithinwhichthey will operate, Michael's Drone Photography falls squarelywithinthat zone ofsafety (an equivalent level ofsafety) inwhichCongress envisionedthatthe FAAmust, byexemption, allowcommercial operations ofUAs to commence immediately. Also due to the size ofthe UAs and the restricted areas in which the relevant UAs will operate, approval of the application presents no national security issue. Giventhe clear direction in Section 333 ofthe Reform Act, the authority contained in the Federal Aviation Act, as amended; the strong equivalent level of safety surrounding the proposed operations, and the significant public benefit, including enhanced safety, reduction in environmental impacts, including reduced emissions associated with allowing UAs for aerial videography and photography operations, the grant ofthe requested exemptions is in the public interest. Additionally, there is economic efficiency created with the use of Michael's Drone Photography's UAs as the typical cost to perform aerial videography and photography with helicopters and airplanes heavily multiplies the cost to business consumers and government agencies, including lawenforcement, for the services which areto be providedbyMichael'sDrone Photography.
THE EXTENTAND BASIS OF THE RELIEF SOUGHT BYMICHAEL'S DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY


# Michael'sDrone Photography submits this application in accordance withthe Reform Act, 112 P.L. 95 §§ 331-334, seekingrelieffrom any currently applicable FARs operatingthatpresently prevents Michael's Drone Photography from contemplated commercial video-graphic, photographic and other flight operations within the national airspace system. The Reform Act in Section 332 provides for such integration of civil unmanned aircraft systems into our national airspace system as 

# itis inthe public's interestto do so. Michael's Drone Photography'sUAs meet the definition of"smallunmanned aircraft" as defined in Section 331 and therefore the integration ofMichael'sDrone Photography's ultralightweightUAs is expressly contemplatedbythe Reform Act. Michael'sDronePhotographywouldliketo operate its ultralightweightUAspriorto the time period by which the Reform Act requires the FAA to promulgate rules governing such craft. Thereby, providing direct experience and valuable information for formal regulation that can be administered uniformly to all real estate related UA aerial videography and photography. The Reform Act guides the Administrator in determining the types ofUAs that may operate safely in our national airspace system. These considerations include: weight, size, speed and overall capabilities ofthe UAs; whetherthe UAs will be operated near airports or heavily populated areas and; whether the UAs will be operated by line ofsight.4 

# Each ofthese items is favorable to the 5

Michael's Drone Photography, 1850 Golden Gate Avenue, Kingman, Arizona 86401 Phone: (928) 897-2631

# grant of an exemption to Michael's Drone Photography. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs utilize four (4) counter-rotating propellers for balance, control and stability. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs are equipped with GPS and auto return safety technology. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs weigh less than five (5) pounds including camera and gimbal assembly.

4 

### 112 P.L. 95 

## § 333 

## (a). 

# Michael's Drone Photography puts safety first when considering any UA flight. Michael's Drone Photography's small UAs are designed to hover in place via GPS and operate in less than a 24 knot (27 mph) wind. In order to increase safety plus stability and limitharm and financial loss ofproperty, Michael's Drone Photography will not fly its UAs in winds exceeding 15 knots (17 mph). Michael's Drone Photography's established safety systems include a GPS modethat allows its UAs to hover in place when radio controls are released. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs havethreemodesto choose from, Michael'sDronePhotographyutilizesthe Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Flight (with GPS & 

# compass module)5 

# for aerial videography and photography. This mode is the safest, most reliable and stable mode to prevent accidents and being a hazard to others. When pilot communication is lost, Michael's Drone Photography's UAs are designed to return then slowly descendto the pointoftakeoff. Michael's Drone Photography does not operate its UAs near airports, hospitals, police heliports or news channel heliports. Michael's Drone Photography does not operate its UAs in areas where general public is within fifty (50) to one hundred (100) yards depending on location, conditions and weather. Michael's Drone Photography'spilots and observers are constantly on alert for any manned aircraft and preparedto immediately abort and land the UA at the nearest and safest ground point in the event a manned aircraft approaches or the Michael's Drone Photography pilot or observer suspects a manned aircraftmay approachthe operating areaofaMichael'sDrone PhotographyUA. Michael'sDrone Photography's UAs are capable ofvertical and horizontal operations, and are flown only within my line ofsight ofthe pilot. Michael's Drone Photography's UA flights generally lastfifteen (15) minutes with an altitude under three hundred (300) and utilize battery power rather than combustible fuels. Michael's Drone Photography does not operate its UAs below the manufacturer's recommended minimum charge levels for operation preferring to remain well within a safe operating range to insure adequate communication between radio control and the UAs to eliminate potential for crashes, loss ofcontrol or hazard. Fully charged reserve batteries are on hand withto insure replacement for a sufficiently safe level ofoperation. Michael's Drone Photography operates very conservatively and does believe in taking risks that may cause a crash or that could create hazard to the public, property and manned aircraft. Michael's Drone Photography's pilots have logged numerous practice flights in order to simulate flights for future commercial use to gain familiarization with the characteristics ofthis specific UA's performance under different temperature and weather conditions.

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Michael's Drone Photography, 1850 Golden Gate Avenue, Kingman, Arizona 86401 Phone: {928) 897-2631

# Michael's Drone Photography is extremely cautious when operating ofits UAs and will not "create a hazard to users ofthe national airspace system or the public."6 

# Given the small size and weightofMichael'sDronePhotography'sUAs, they fall well withinCongress'scontemplated safety zone when itpromulgatedthe Reform Act andthe corresponding directive to integrateUAs into the national airspace system. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs, utilized in hobby flight, has a demonstrable safety record and do not pose any threat to the general public or national security.

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# Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) Flight (with GPS & 

# compass module) includes safe circle for

operation, position hold, self-leveling, altitude command, GPS, return home feature, and safety control to return home orland inthe eventofcommunicationinterruptionbetweenRC transmitter andUAS. SeeExhibit 

## "1"- Inspire 1UserManual. 6 

### 112 P.L. 95 

## § 333 (b).



# MICHAEL'S DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY'S REQUEST WILL BENEFIT THE PUBLIC AT LARGE
Aerial videography and photography for geographical awareness and for real estate marketing and promotion has been around for a long time through the use ofmanned fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. The challenge for smallerreal estate companies and average landowners is thatthe expense related to manned videography and photography is costprohibitive. Typically, only largebusinesses, largehighendreal estate companies and highnetworth landowners are able to absorb such an enormous expense. This deprives non-luxury landowners and small revenue real estate companies from the enjoying the benefit ofthis valuable marketing and promotional tool. Manned aircraftpose a clearthreatto the general public throughpotential catastrophic crashes that mayoccur. There aremanydocumentedeventswhere amannedaircrafthascrashedintopopulated areas with the size and combustibility ofthese manned aircraft causing large property damage, human injuries and loss oflife. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs pose no such threat since size and lack ofcombustible fuel alleviates any ofthese potential threat to the public.
With the passage ofthe Reform Act, Congress has already proclaimed that it is in the public's interestto integrate commercially flown UAs into the national airspace system. The grant ofthe exemption request by Michael's Drone Photography furthers the public interest through academic and visual awareness ofthe geographical benefits ofcertain areas and by making this cost effective alternative available to small real estate companies and the average landowner. Michael's Drone Photography's ultralight UAs are battery powered and create no emissions that may harm the environment. In the unlikely event ofaMichael'sDrone Photography UA crash, the consequence is far less than a full size helicopter or fixed wing aircraft, which are heavy and contain combustible fuel, crashing and causing catastrophic devastationto the public.

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# The public's interest is furthered as Michael's Drone Photography minimizes ecological and crash threat by permitting aerial videography and photography captured through Michael's Drone Photography's battery operated ultralight UA's. Permitting Michael's Drone Photography to immediately fly within national air space furthers not only public safety but economic growth. Granting Michael's Drone Photography's exemption request substantially furthers the economic impact for any community and for companies looking to relocate or build in a certain community as well asindividualslookingto relocateto acommunityfor careeradvancementthroughacademic and geographical awareness provided by Michael's Drone Photography. In the end, the granting ofthis exemption to Michael's Drone Photography will serve as a benefit and stimulus to any community.



# MICHAEL'S DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY'S EXEMPTIONWILL NOT ADVERSELY AFFECT SAFETY AND WILLPROVIDE ALEVEL OF SAFETYAT LEAST EQUAL TOEXISTING FAA STANDARDS
Michael'sDrone Photography'sexemptionwill not adversely affect safety, as itwill in fact enhance safety. Michael'sDronePhotography's abilityto log significant, controlledandmonitored flight time in FAA controlled airspace will allow Michael's Drone Photography to contribute to the innovation and implementation ofnew, novel and undiscovered safety protocols for realtors that may be embraced by the NAR2 

# through consistent and ongoing cooperation with the FAA. Additionally, the FAAmay utilize the new safety protocols for the use ofUAs in FAA controlled airspace for all industries.
Michael's Drone Photography submits the following representations ofenhancements to current aerial videography and photography:

• Michael's Drone Photography's UAs weigh less than 5pounds (2.26796 Kg) complete with the camera and gimbal assembly; • Michael's Drone Photography will only operate its UAs below three hundred (300) feet which is well within the four hundred (400) feet ceiling having been established by the Reform Act of2012; .Michael'sDrone Photography's UAs only operate for fifteen (15) minutesperflight; • Michael's Drone Photography lands its UAs prior to manufacturer's recommended minimum level ofbattery power;

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# .Michael'sDrone Photography's pilots operate the UAs through Visual Line ofSight only; • Michael's Drone Photography's UAs have a GPS flight safety feature whereby the UA hovers and then slowly lands ifcommunication with the pilot is lost; • Michael's Drone Photography actively analyzes its flight data and other sources of informationto constantly update and enhance its safety protocols; • Michael's Drone Photography only operates in reasonably safe environments which are strictly controlled and away from power lines, elevated lights, airports and actively populated areas; • Michael's Drone Photography conducts extensive pre-flight inspections and protocol to ensure safety remains the primary concern; • Michael's Drone Photography always obtains all necessary permissions from the FAA and landowners priorto the operationits UAs and; • Michael's Drone Photography has established safety procedures in place to abort flights in the event ofsafety breaches or anypotential danger.
Michael's Drone Photography's safety protocols provide a level of safety equal to or exceeding existing FAA rules. It 

# is important to note that absent the integration ofcommercial UAs into our national airspace system, manned fixed wing airplanes and helicopters are the primary means ofaerial videography and photography for community awareness and real estate uses. Whilethe safetyrecord ofsuchhelicoptersis outstanding,therehavebeenincidentsinvolving loss oflife as well as extensive property damage due to crashes ofthese manned aircraft and it is far saferand less expensiveto operate abatterypoweredMichael'sDronePhotography'sultralight UAs to accomplish the same task. The potential for loss oflife is great diminished with a UA as Michael's Drone Photography's UAs carry no people or fuel on board and the UAs are also very small and versatile which allows Michael's Drone Photography to avoid hazards quickly and safely. Accordingly, Michael's Drone Photography respectfully requests that the FAA grant the requested exemption without delay.
AIRCRAFT AND EQUIVALENT LEVEL OF SAFETY


# Michael's Drone Photographyproposes that the exemptionrequested herein apply to civil aircraft that have the characteristics and that operate with the limitations listed herein. These limitations provide for at least an equivalent or evenhigher level ofsafetyto operations underthe currentregulatory structurebecausetheproposed operations represent a safety enhancementto the operations conducted with conventional aircraft. The FAA has noted in past exemptions that "Conventional aerial video operations, usingjetorpiston-powered aircraftpresentrisks associated with aircraft that weigh in the neighborhood of 5,000 to 7,000 pounds or more, carry large 9

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# quantities offuel, passengers, and, in some cases, cargo. Such aircraft must fly to and from the survey location. Please**~ee** 

# FAA Exemption 11110.
These limitations and conditions to which Michael's Drone Photography agrees to be bound when conducting all operations under an FAA issued exemption include: 

# 1. The UAs will weigh less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg). 2. Maximum total flight time for each operational flight will be fifteen (15) minutes. Flights will be terminated at thirty percent (30%) battery power reserve should that occurpriorto the fifteen (15) minute limit. 3. Flights will be operated at an altitude ofno more than three hundred (300) feet AGL. 4. Minimum crewfor each operation will consist ofthe UA Pilot and aVisual Observer ("VO"). 

# 5. The UAs will only operate within a safe area. 6. Abriefing willbe conductedwithregardto the plannedUA operationspriorto flight operations. It 

# will be mandatory that all personnel who will be performing duties withregardto the flight operations be present for this briefing. 7. The Pilot and VO will have been trained in operation ofUAs generally and received up-to-date information on the particular UA to be operated and the UA will be operated in conformity with Michael's Drone Photography's protocols. 8. The PILOT and VO will at all times be able to communicate via voice communication. 9. Written and/or oral permission from the relevant property holder(s), or their authorized representative(s), will be obtained. 10. All required permissions and permits will be obtained from territorial, state, county or city jurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire, or other appropriate governmental agencies. 11. Ifthe UA loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA will return to the launch site ofthe UA, or another more appropriate site, and land. 12. The UA will have the capability to abort a flight in case ofunpredicted obstacles or emergencies.
14 C.F.R. PART 21, SUBPART H:

AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATES 14 C.F.R. §91.203 (A) 

## (1) 

# Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance ofairworthiness certificates as required by FAR §91.203 (a) (1). Given the size and limited operating area associated withthe aircraft to be utilized by Michael's Drone Photography, anexemptionfrom Part21 SubpartHmeetsthe requirements ofan equivalentlevel ofsafety under 10
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# Part 11 and Section 333 ofthe Reform Act. The Federal Aviation Act (49 U.S.C.§44701 (f)) 

# and Section 333 oftheReformActboth authorizethe FAAto exempt aircraftfrom therequirementfor an airworthiness certificate, upon consideration ofthe size, weight, speed, operational capability, and proximity to airports and populated areas ofthe particular UA. In all cases, an analysis of these criteria demonstrates that the UA operated without an airworthiness certificate, in the restricted environment and under the conditions proposed will be at least as safe, or safer, than a conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft) operating with an airworthiness certificate without the restrictions and conditions proposed.
The UAs to be operated hereunder is less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg) fully loaded, carries neither a pilotnor passenger, carries no explosive materials or flammable liquid fuels, and operates exclusively within a secured area. Unlike other civil aircraft, operations under this exemption will be tightly controlled and monitored by both the operator, and under the requirements and in compliance with local public safety requirements, to provide security for the area ofoperation as is now done with conventional aerial videography and photography. Lastly, application ofthese same criteria demonstrates that there is no credible threatto national security posed by the UAs, due to its size, speed ofoperation, location of operation, lack ofexplosive materials or flammable liquid fuels, and inability to carry a substantial external load.
14 C.F.R. § 

## 45.23 (B). MARKING OF THE AIRCRAFT


# The regulation requires: Whenmarks include onlythe Roman capital letter "N" andthe registrationnumber is displayed onlimited, restricted or light-sport category aircraft orexperimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches normore than 6 inches high, the words "limited," "restricted," "light-sport," "experimental," or "provisional," as applicable.
Even though the UAs will have no airworthiness certificate, an exemption maybe needed astheUAswillhaveno entranceto the cabin, cockpitorpilot stationonwhichthe words "limited," "restricted," "light-sport," "experimental," or "provisional," may be placed. Given the size ofthe UAs, two-inch lettering will be impossible. The word "experimental," or any other term as is so required, will be placed on the fuselage ofthe UAs in compliance with §45.29 (f).


# The equivalent level ofsafety will be provided by having the UAs marked on its fuselage as required by §45.29 (f) 

# where the pilot, observer and others working with the UAs will see the identification ofthe UAs as "Experimental." The FAAhas issuedthe following exemptionsto this regulation to ExemptionsNos. 10700, 8738, 10167 and 10167A. 11

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## 14 C.F.R. § 

## 61.113(A) & 

## (B); 61.133(A): PRIVATE PILOT PRIVILEGES I

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## ANDLIMITATIONS; PILOT IN COMMAND; COMMERCIAL PILOT PRIVILEGES AND LIMITATIONS: PILOT IN COMMAND 

# Section 61.113(a) & 

# (b) limit private pilots to non-commercial operations. Unlike a conventional aircraft that carries a pilot, passengers, and cargo, the UA in this case is remotely controlled with no passengers or property of others on board. Section 61.133(a) requires an individual with a commercial pilot's license to be pilot in command of an aircraft for compensation or hire. Michael's Drone Photography respectfully proposes that operator requirements shouldtake into accountthe characteristics ofthe particularU

# A. Michael'sDrone Photography's UAshave various built-intechnical capabilities that strictly limitthe potentialfor operation outside ofthe operating conditions set forth in the exemption application including a fly back to launchpointto terminate the flight. Since hobbyists are notrequired to have a pilot license, Michael'sDrone Photographyrequests exemptionfor the need ofthe pilotto belicensed as apilotby the FAA.

• Detection oflost GPS or ofinsufficient satellites initiates an immediate return to launch location. • 

# • Low power onthe aircraft triggers escalating alarms at 30% and 15% levels

. The aircraft weighs less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg), fully loaded

. Given these safety features, Michael's Drone Photography proposes that operators ofthe UAs should onlybe requiredto hold aprivate pilot's license and not a commercial pilot's license.
Michael's Drone Photography notes that the FAA has found that safety factors permitted operation ofUAs by operators with these qualifications in the case ofoperations pursuant to public COAs where the mandatory operating conditions specified above are present. Please see Federal Aviation Administration, Notice N-8900.227, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operational Approval, at 20-21 (July 30, 2013). The FAA has the statutory authority, granted at 49 U.S.C.§44701(f) to waive the pilotrequirements for commercial operations.
Given these conditions and restrictions, an equivalent level ofsafety will be provided by allowing operation ofMichael's Drone Photography's UAs without a commercialpilot's license, under the conditions setforth herein.
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# with conventional aircraft (fixed wing or rotorcraft), that allowing operations ofthe UAs as set forth above meets or exceeds the present level ofsafety provided under 14 C.F.R. § 61.113(a) & 

# (b) and does not rise to the level ofrequiring a commercial pilot to operate the aircraft under §61.133(a).
Sections 61.113 (a) & (b) limit private pilots to non-commercial operations. Because the UAs will not carry a pilot or passengers, the proposed operations can achieve the equivalent level of safety of current operations by requiring the PILOT operating the aircraft to have a private pilot's license rather than a commercial pilot's license to operate these small UAs. Unlike a conventional aircraftthat carriesthe pilot andpassengers, the UAs are remotely controlledwithno livingthing onboard. The areaofoperationis controlled and restricted, and all flights areplanned and coordinated in advance. The level of safety provided by Michael's Drone Photography's exceeds that provided by a single individual holding a commercial pilot's certificate operating a conventional aircraft. The risks associated with the operation ofthe UAs are so diminished from the level ofrisk associatedwith commercial operations contemplatedby Part 61 when drafted, that allowing operations ofthe UAs as requested with aprivate pilot as the PILOTexceeds the present level ofsafety achieved by 14 C.F.R. §61.113 (a) & 

# (b).
14 C.F.R. §91.7(A): CIVILAIRCRAFTAIRWORTHINESS
The regulation requires that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy condition. As there will be no airworthiness certificate issued for the aircraft, should this exemptionbe granted, no FAAregulatory standardwill existfor determining airworthiness. Given the size ofthe aircraft and the requirements for maintenance and use ofsafety check lists prior to each flight.
14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (B) (2): CIVIL AIRCRAFT FLIGHTMANUAL IN THE AIRCRAFT
Section 91.9 (b) (2) provides:
No personmay operate a U.S. registered civil aircraft

... (2) For which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is notrequired by §21.5 of this chapter, unless there is available in the aircraft a current approved airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, markings, and placards, or any combinationthereof.

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## The UAs, given their size and configuration has no ability or place to carry such a flight manual onthe aircraft, not onlybecause there is no pilot onboard, butbecausethere is no room or capacity to carry such an item onthe aircraft.
The equivalent level ofsafety will be maintained by keeping at the ground control point where the pilotflying the UAs will have immediate access to it. The FAAhas issuedthe following exemptions to this regulation: Please see FAA Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737, 8738, 9299, 9299A, 9565, 9565B, 10167, 10167A, 10602, 32827, and 10700.
14 C.F.R. § 91.103: PREFLIGHT ACTION


## Thisregulationrequires eachpilotincommandtotake certainactionsbefore flightto insure the safety offlight. As FAAapprovedrotorcraftflight manuals will notbeprovidedfor the aircraft an exemptionwill beneeded. An equivalent level ofsafetywillbe provided. ThePILOT willtake all actions includingreviewing weather, flight battery requirements, landing and takeoffdistances and aircraftperformance databefore initiation offlight.
14 C.F.R. §91.109: FLIGHT INSTRUCTION


## Section 91.109 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.
UAs andremotelypilotedaircraft,bytheirdesigndo nothave fully functional dual controls. Flightcontrol is accomplishedthroughtheuse ofa controlboxthatcommunicates withthe aircraft via radio communications. The FAA has approved exemptions for flight training without fully functional dual controls for a number ofaircraft and for flight instruction in experimental aircraft. Please see FAA Exemption Nos. 5778K & 

## 9862A. The equivalent level ofsafety is provided as neitherapilotnorpassengerswillbe carriedinthe aircraft andbythe size andspeedofthe aircraft.
14 C.F.R. §91.119: MINIMUM SAFE ALTITUDES


## Section 91.119 establishes safe altitudes for operation ofcivil aircraft. Section 91.119(d) allows helicopters to be operated at less than the minimums prescribed, provided the person operatingthehelicoptercomplieswith anyroute or altitudesprescribed for helicoptersby the FAA. As this exemptionis for UAs that are a helicopter and the exemptionrequests authority to operate at altitudes up to three hundred (300) feet AGL, an exemption may be needed to allow such operations. As set forth herein, except for the limited conditions, the UAs will never operate at higher than three hundred (300) feet AGL. 

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# securityperimeter, wherebuildings andpeople will notbe exposedto operations withouttheirpreobtained consent.
The equivalentlevel ofsafety will be achieved given the size, weight, speed ofthe UAs as well as the location where it is operated. No flight will be taken without the permission ofthe property owner orlocal officials. Because ofthe advance notice to the property owner(s), ortheir authorizedrepresentative(s), all affectedindividuals willbe aware oftheplannedflight operations. When one compares the flight operations proposed herein with aircraft or rotorcraft weighing far in excess ofthe less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg) and the lack offlammable fuel, any risk associated with these proposed operations is far less than those presently presented with conventional aircraft operating at or below five hundred (500) feet AGL. In addition, the lowaltitude operations ofthe UAs will ensure separationbetweenthese small UAs operations andthe operations ofconventional aircraftthatmust comply with Section 91.119.
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# C.F.R. §91.121 ALTIMETER SETTINGS
This regulation requires each person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising altitude by reference to an altimeter that is set "

...to the elevation ofthe departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before departure." As the UAmay not have abarometric altimeter, but instead a GPS altitude read out, an exemption may be needed. An equivalent level ofsafety will be achieved by the operator, confirming the altitude ofthe launch site shown onthe GPS altitude indicator before flight.

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# C.F.R. § 91.151(A): FUEL REQUIREMENTS FORFLIGHTIN VFR CONDITIONS
; 

# Section 91.151 (a) prohibits an individual from beginning "a flight in an airplane under VFRconditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point ofintended landing, and, assuming normal cruising speed

- (1) 

# During the day, to fly afterthatfor at least 30 minutes; or (2) Atnight, to fly after that for at least45 minutes."
Michael's Drone Photography believes that an equivalent level of safety can be achieved by limiting flights to fifteen (15) minutes orthirtypercent (30%) ofbatterypowerwhicheverhappens first. This restrictionwouldbe more than adequate to returnthe UAs to theirplannedlanding zone from anywhere in its limited operating area. Similar exemptions have been granted to other operations, including Exemptions 2689F, 5745, 10673, and 10808.
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# AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATIONAND REGISTRATION
The regulation provides inpertinentpart: (a) Except as provided in§ 91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within itthe following: (1) An 

# appropriate and current airworthiness certificate

.... (b) Nopersonmay operate acivil aircraftunlessthe airworthiness certificaterequired by paragraph (a) of this section or a special flight authorization issued tmder §91.715 is displayed at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. The UAs fully loaded weight is no greater than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg) and is operated without an onboard pilot. As such, there is no ability or place to carry certification and registration documents or to display them onthe UA.
An equivalent level ofsafety will be achieved by keeping these documents at the ground control point where the pilot flying the UA will have immediate access to them to the extentthey are applicable to the UA. The FAA has issued numerous exemptions to this regulation. A representative sample of other exceptions includes Exemption Nos. 9565, 9665, 9789, 9789A, 9797, 9797A, 9816A, and 10700.
14 C.F.R. §91.405 (A); 407 (A) (1); 

# 409 (A) (2); 417(A) & (B): MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS
These regulations require that an aircraft operator or owner "shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpartE ofthis part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) ofthis section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter

...," and others shall inspect or maintainthe aircraft in compliance with Part43.
Giventhatthese section and Part43 apply only to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, these sections will notapplyto Michael's Drone Photography. Maintenance willbe accomplished by the operatorpursuantto theflight manual and operatinghandbook. An

# equivalentlevel ofsafety will be achieved because these small UAs are very limited in size and will carry a small payload and operate only in restricted areas for limited periods oftime. Ifmechanical issues arise the UAs may land immediately and will be operating from no higher than three-hundred (300) feet AGL. The operator will ensure that the UAs are in working order prior to initiating flight, perform 16

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## requiredmaintenance, andkeep a log ofany maintenanceperformed. Moreover, theoperatoris the person most familiar with the aircraft and best suited to maintain the aircraft in an airworthy conditionto provide the equivalent level ofsafety. 

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Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. Part 11, the following summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register, should itbe determinedthat publication is needed: Michael's Drone Photography seeks an exemption from the following rules:

14 C.P.R. §21, subpart H; 14 C.F.R45.23(b);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) and (b); 91.405 (a); 91.407 (a) (1); 

## 91.409 (a) (2); 91.409 (a) (2) and 91.417 (a) & 

## (b) to operate commercially a small unmanned vehicle weighing less than fifty-five (55) pounds (25 Kg) in its operations. Approval ofexemptions allowing commercial operations ofUAs in the purposes outlined above (or similar operations) will enhance safety by reducing risk. Conventional aerial videography and photography operations, usingjet or piston power aircraft, operate at extremely lowaltitudesjustfeet from theobjectbeingphotographed and ofteninextremeproximitytopeople and structures; and present the risks associated with vehicles that weigh in the neighborhood of fourthousand ( 4,000) pounds, carryinglarge amounts of jetA orotherfuel (one hundred and forty (140) gallons forjethelicopters). Suchaircraftmustfly to andfrom the site'slocation. Incontrast, aUA weighing less thanfive (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg) pounds andpoweredbybatteries eliminates virtually all ofthatrisk giventhe reduced mass and lack ofcombustible fuel carried onboard. The UA is carriedto the site ofthepurposes outlined above (or similaroperations) andnotflown to the site. The UA will carry no passengers or crew and, therefore, will not expose them to the risks associated with manned aircraft flights.
The operation ofsmall UAs, weighing less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg), conducted in the strict conditions outlined above, will provide an equivalent level of safety supporting the grantofthe exemptionsrequestedherein, including exemptingMichael'sDronePhotographyfrom therequirements ofPart21 andallowingcommercial operations. These lightweightaircraftoperate at slow speeds, close to the ground, and in a sterile environment and, as a result, are far safer than conventional operations conducted with turbine helicopters operating in close proximity to the ground and people. PRIVACY


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# andphotographywill be ofstructures andproperty whose owner, or authorizedrepresentative, has consented to the aerial videography and photography or otherwise have agreed to be in the area where aerial videography and photography will take place. The grant ofthis exemption request will provide improved safety in all operations.
Satisfactionofthe criteriaprovidedin Section 333 ofthe ReformActof2012- size,weight, speed, operatingcapabilities,proximityto airports andpopulatedareas and operationwithinvisual line ofsight andnational security-provide morethan adequatejustificationforthe granting ofthe requested exemptions allowing commercial operation ofMichael's Drone Photography's UAs.
SUMMARY OFMICHAEL'S DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY'S REQUEST FORAN FAA I 

# EXEMPTION
1. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs must weigh less than five (5) pounds (2.26796 Kg), including energy source(s) and equipment. Operations authorizedbythe grantofan exemption are limited to the following aircraft: Michael's Drone Photography's UA aircraft variant, bearing serial #PH645210898 onward as additional UAs are utilized by Michael's Drone Photography provided the additional UAs are of the same or similar specifications as the UA bearing serial# PH645210898. Any proposed operations ofany other aircraft will require a new petition or apetitionto amend this grant.
2. Michael'sDronePhotography'sUAs maynotbeflown ataground speedexceeding thirty (30) knots.
3. Michael's Drone Photography's flights must be operated at an altitude ofno more than three hundred (300) feet above ground level (AGL), as indicated by the procedures. All altitudes reported to ATC mustbe infeet AGL.
4. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs must be operated within the VLOS ofthe PILOT atalltimes. This requiresthe PILOTto be able to usehumanvisionunaidedby any device other than corrective lenses.
5. All Michael's Drone Photography operations must utilize aVO. The VO may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PILOT always maintains VLOS capability. The VO and PILOT mustbe able to communicate verbally at all times.
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# found to be in a condition for safe flight. A Ground Control Station, ifutilized, mustbe included in the preflight inspection. All maintenance and alterations must be properly documented in the aircraft records.
7. Any UA that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UA's operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement ofa flight critical component, must undergo a functional testflight. The PILOTwho conducts the functional test flight mustmake an entry inthe UA's aircraftrecords ofthe flight.

8. Michael's Drone Photography must follow the manufacturer's UA aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements. When unavailable, aircraft maintenance/component/overhaul, replacement, and inspection/maintenance requirements must be established and identified. At a minimum, requirements for the following may be included in protocols and controls to be established by Michael's Drone Photography:

a. Actuators/Servos; b. Transmission (single rotor); c. Powerplant (motors); d. Propellers; e. Electronic speed controller; f. Batteries; g. Mechanical dynamic components (single rotor); h. Remote command and control; 1. 

# Ground control station (ifused); and 

# J. Any other components as determined by Michael's Drone Photography.
10. Prior to operations conducted for the purposes outlined above (or similar operations), the PILOTmusthave accumulated and logged, in a manner consistentwith 14 CFR 

# § 61.51(b), a minimum oftwenty-five (25) hours oftotal time as a UA rotorcraft pilot (single blade ormulti-rotor) and atleastten (1

# 0) hours logged as aUApilotwithmulti-rotorUA whichis similar to the UA to be utilized pursuant to this exemption. Prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations may satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, andexperience-building flights mustbe conductedunder an exemptionto accomplish the required flight cycles and flight time. During training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, allpersonsnotessentialfor flight operations are considerednonparticipants, andthePILOT must operatethe UAwith appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 19
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# 11. Prior to operations conducted for the purposes outlined above (or similar operations), the PILOTmusthave accumulated and logged, in amanner consistentwith 14 CFR 

# § 61.51(b), a minimum offive (5) hours as a UA pilot operating the make and model ofUAsto be utilized for operations under the exemption and three (3) take-offs and three (3) landings in the preceding ninety (90) days. Training, proficiency, experience-building, and take-offand landing currency flights can be conducted under the grant ofexemptionto accomplish the required flight time and ninety (90) day currency. Duringtraining, proficiency, experience-building, and take-off and landing currency flights all persons not essential for flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PILOT must operate the UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 

# 91.119.
12. Michael's Drone Photography shall not permit the PILOT to operate the UAS for the purpose ofaerial videography or photography (or similar operations), unless the PILOT has demonstrated andloggedinamannerconsistentwith 14 CFR61.51(b), the abilityto safelyoperate 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 people, vessels, vehicles and structures.
13. The UA may not be operated directly over any person, except authorized and consenting personnel and persons, below an altitude that is hazardous to persons or property on the surface inthe event ofaUA's failure or an emergency. 14. At all times, those persons must be essential to the purposes outlined above (or similar operations). Because these procedures are specific to participating persons, no further FSDO or aviation safety inspector approval is necessary for reductions to the distances specified in Michael's Drone Photography's manuals.
15. Michael's Drone Photography's 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 ofthe UA, flight operations must cease immediately and/or; b. The aircraft is operated near vessels, vehicles or structures where the owner/controller ofsuch vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission

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# and the PILOT has made a safety assessment ofthe risk ofoperating closer to those objects and determined that it does notpresent anundue hazard, and; c. Operations nearer to the PILOT, VO, operator trainees or essential persons do not present anundue hazard to those persons per 

# § 91.119(a).
16. Ifthe UAs lose communications or loses its GPS signal, the UAs must return to a pre-determined location withinthe security perimeter and land or be recovered.
17. TheUAsmustabortthe flight inthe event ofunpredictedobstacles oremergencies.
18. Each UA operation must be completed within fifteen (15) minutes flight time or with thirty percent (30%) batterypowerremaining, whichever occurs first.
19. Michael's Drone Photography must obtain an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued CertificateofWaiverorAuthorization (COA) priorto conducting any operations underthis grant ofexemption. This COAwill also require Michael's Drone Photographyto request aNotice to Airman (NOTAM) not more than seventy-two (72) hours in advance, but not less than fortyeight ( 48) hours prior to the operation.

20. All aircraft operatedin accordance withthis exemptionmustbe identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification (N-Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFRpart45, SubpartC. Markings mustbe as large as practicable.
21. Michael'sDrone Photographyhas developedproceduresto documentand maintain a record of the UA's maintenance, preventative maintenance, alterations, status of replacement/overhaul componentparts, and the total time in service ofthe UAs.
22. EachUAoperatedunderthis exemptionmust comply with all manufacturer Safety Bulletins.
23. The preflight inspection section in Michael's Drone Photography's Confidential Protocols and Controls Exhibit includes the following requirement: The preflight inspection must account for all discrepancies, i.e. inoperable components, items, or equipment, not covered in the relevantpreflight inspection.
24. Before conducting operations, theradio frequency spectrumused for operation and control ofthe UA must comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements.

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Michael's Drone Photography, 1850 Golden Gate Avenue, Kingman, Arizona 86401 Phone: (928) 897-2631

## 25. The documents requiredunder 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 mustbe available to the PILOT atthe Ground Control Station, ifutilized, ofthe UA at any timethe UAis operating. These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.
26. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs mustremain clear and yield the right ofway to all other manned operations and activities at all times (including, but not limited to, ultralight vehicles, parachute activities, parasailing activities, hang gliders, etc.).
27. Michael'sDrone Photography'sUAoperationsmay notbeconductedduringnight, 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.
28. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs may not be operated by the PILOT from any moving device or vehicle.
29. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs may not be operated less than five-hundred (500) feetbeloworlessthantwo-thousand (2,000) feethorizontallyfrom a cloudorwhenvisibility is less thanthree (3) statute miles from the PILOT.
30. Michael's Drone Photography's UA may not operate in Class B, C, or D airspace without written approval from the FAA. The UA may not operate within five (5) nautical miles of thegeographiccenterofanon-toweredairport as denotedonacurrentFAA-publishedaeronautical chart unless a letter ofagreement withthat airport's managementis obtained, andthe operationis conductedinaccordancewithaNOT AM as requiredbytheMichael'sDrone Photography'sCOA. The letter ofagreement withthe airport managementmust be made available to the Administrator uponrequest.
. 31. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical boundariesoftheoperational areaas definedbythe applicable COAmustbereportedto theFAA's UAIntegration Office (AFS-80) withintwenty-four (24) hours. Accidents must bereportedto the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained onthe NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov. 32. Michael's Drone Photography's UAs, the UA's PILOT, and the UA's operations mustcomplywith all applicableparts of 14 CFRincluding, butnot limitedto, parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.

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# As mentioned above, the FAA has already granted a previous exemption which is essentially identical to the exemption being sought by Michael's Drone Photography in this petition for an exemption. Please see FAA ExemptionNo. 11138. Therefore, Michael'sDronePhotographyrespectfullyrequeststheFAAgrantanexemption pursuantto its application as outlined above. Sincerely,

# ~ Manager Michael's Drone Photography, L.L.C.

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# INSPIRE 1 User 

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# Using this manual

0 Warning 

## & Important ;\): Hints and Tips 

## 1iGJ Reference

The following tutorials and manuals have been produced to ensure you to rnake full use ofyour Inspire 1. 1.Disclairner 2.1nthe Box 3.1nspire 1Quick Start Guide 4.Safety Guidelines 5.1nspire 1User Manl)al 6.1ntelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines Watching all the tutorial videos and reading the Disclaimer before flight is recornrnended. Afterwards, prepare for your first flight by using the Inspire 1 Quick Start Guide. Refer to this rnanual for rnore comprehensive information.

Please watch the tutorial video below to learn howto use Inspire 1correctly and safely: www.dji.corn/producVinspire-1/video

Download and install the DJI Pilot app before use. Scan the OR code orvisit "http://m.dji.neVdjipilot" to download the app. 

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Forthe best experience, use rnobile device with Andriod V4.1.2 or above. Requires iOS 8.0 or later.

# Contents

Using this manual Legends Before Flight Watch the video tutorials Download the DJI Pilot app Product Profile Introduction Feature Highlights Assemble the Aircraft Aircraft Diagram Remote Controller Diagram Aircraft Flight Controller Flight Mode Flight Status Indicator Return to Home (RTH) Dynamic Home Point Vision Positioning System Flight Recorder Attaching and Detaching the Propellers DJilntelligent Flight Battery Remote Controllers Remote Controller Profile Remote Controller Operations Dual Remote Controllers Mode Remote Controller Status LED Linking the Remote Controller Remote Controller Compliance Version Gimbal and Camera Camera Profile Gimbal 2 2 

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### 35 36DJI Pilot App Camera 

### 40 Map 

### 43 Academy 

### 43 User Center 

### 43 Flight Flight Environment Requirements 

### 45 Flight Limits and Flight Restriction Area 

### 45 Preflight Checklist 

### 49 Calibrating the Compass 

### 49 Auto Take-off and Auto Landing 

### 50 Starting/Stopping the Motors 

### 51 Flight Test 

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FAQ Appendix Specifications 

### 57 Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

### 60 How to Update Firmware 

### 61 FCC Compliance 

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# Product Profile

This chapter describes the features of Inspire 1, instructs you to assemble the aircraft and explains the components on the aircraft and remote controllers.

# Product Profile

The Inspire 1 is brand new quadcopter capable of capturing 4K video and transmitting an HD video signal (up to 2km) to multiple devices straight out of the box. Equipped with retractable landing gear, it can capture an unobstructed 360 degree view from its camera. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal to maximize stability and weight efficiency while minimizing space. When no GPS signal is available, Vision Positioning technology provides hovering precision.

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

Unlocking Travel Mode The aircraft is in Travel Mode during delivery. Follow these steps to change it to Landing Mode before yourfirst flight: 1. Insertthe Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment. 2. Power on the Remote Controller and the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Toggle the Transformation Switch up and down at least four times. 4. Power off the aircraft.

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# & • Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to "Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery' (P21) for more information

. • If you have purchased the dual remote controller version, you must use the Master remote

controller to deactivate Travel Mode. Refer to "Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode' (P30) section for more infromation about Master remote controller. • Be sure to remove the gimbal from the aircraft before switch from Landing Mode to Travel Mode. • Place the aircraft on the smooth and reflective surface (e.g. table ortile) before switching between

the travel modes to the landing mcde. Do not place the aircraft on the rough and sound-absorbing surface (e.g. carpet) before switching between the travel modes and landing mode. Installing Gimbal and Camera 1. Remove Gimbal Cover. 2. Rotate the Gimbal Lockto the unlocked position (to the right when facing the nose ofthe aircraft). 3. Insertthe gimbal by aligning the white mark on the Gimbal. 4. Rotate the Gimbal Lock back into the locked position.

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& Ensure the Micro-SO card is correctly inserted into the camera. Attaching Propellers Attach propellers with the black nut onto motors with the black dot and spin counter-clockwise to secure. Attach propellers with gray nut onto motors without a black dot and spin clockwise to secure.INSPIRE 1 User Manual 

# & Place all propellers onto the correct motor and tighten by hand to ensure security before flight. Attaching 1345s Quick-Release Propellers The 1345s Quick-Release propeller is the upgrade version of the propellers that greatly enhance the reliability of the propeller during the flight. Following the steps below to attach the 1345s Quick-Release propellers.
1. Install the propellers with a white dot onto the mounting plates that have a white dot, and install the

propellers without awhite dot onto the mounting plates that do not have awhite dot.

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2. Align the hook (A) on the propellers with the securing spring (B), then press down the propeller onto

the mounting plate then rotate the propellers according to the lock direction until it is secured.

Preparing Remote Controller Tiltthe Mobile Device Holderto the desired position then adjust the antenna as shown. 1. Press the button on the side ofthe Mobile Device Holderto release the clamp, adjust itto fit then attach

your mobile device. 2. Connect your mobile device to the remote controllerwith a USB cable. 3. Plug one end of the cable into your mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of

the remote controller.[6]

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[1] GPS [2] Propeller (P17) [2] [3] [3] Motor [·1] [5] 

### [4] Front LED (P12) [5] Landing gear [6] Gimbal and Camera (P35)

--- [9] [7] Intelligent Flight Battery (P18) [8] Aircraft Micro--USB Port 

### [9] Rear LED (P12) [10] Camera Micro-USB Port [11] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot (P35)
[121 ------[13] [12] Vision Positioning Sensors (P16) [13] Aircraft Status Indicator (P13)

[1] Antennas (P29) Relays aircraft control and video signaL [2] Mobile Device Holder Mounting place for your mobile device. [3] Control Stick Controls aircraft orientation. [4] Return Home (RTH) Button (P13) Press and hold the button to initiate Return to Horne (RTH). [5] Transformation Switch (P27) Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lower the landing gear. 

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# g, ro"1J INSPIRE 1 User Manual [6] Battery Level LEDs Displays the current battery level. [7) Status LED Displays the power status.

[10] Camera Settings Dial [8) Power Button Used to power on or power off the remote controller. [9) RTH LED Circular LED around the RTH button displays RTH status.

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. Only functions when the remote controller is connected to a mobile device running the DJI Pilotapp. 

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### <D Playbackthe captured images orvideos. [12) Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If in burst mode, the set number of photos will be taken with one press. [13) Flight Mode Switch Used to switch between P, A and Fmode. [14) Video Recording Button Press to start recording video. Press again to stop recording. [15] Gimbal Dial Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. [16) Mini-HDMI Port Connect an HD compatible monitor to this port to get a live HD video preview of whatthe camera sees. [17) Micro-USB Port For connecting the remote controller to your computer.

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10 © 2015 Dd! .All Rights**Rt~servt1d.** [18] CAN Bus Port Reserved forfuture use. [19) USB Port Connect to mobile device to access all of the DJI Pilot app controls and features.

[20] GPS Module Used to pinpointthe location of the remote controller. [21] Back Left Button Customizable button in DJI Pilot app. [22) Power Port Connect to a power source to charge the remote controller's internal battery. [23] Back Right Button Customizable button in OJI Pilot app.

# Aircraft
This chapter describes the features of the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning System and the Intelligent Flight Battery.

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# Aircraft

The Inspire 1's flight controller is based on DJI flight controller with several enhancements such as new flight mode and new safe mode. Three safe modes are available: Failsafe, Return Home and Dynamic Home Point. These features ensure the safe return of your aircraft if the control signal is lost. A flight recorder stores crucial flight data for each flight.

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found in the section below: )> Pmode (Positioning) : Pmode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P

## ~· mode, which will be automatically selected by the Inspire 1depending on GPS signal strength and Vision

## ~ Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATII: Neither GPS or Vision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometer for positioning, so only altitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometerto maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home ifthe Remote Controller signal is lost and if the Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC in Appendix.



## :1;/: Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight Mode Switch" on P27 for more information.

The INSPIRE 1comes with the Front LED, Rear LED and Aircraft Status Indicator. The positions of these LEOs are shown in the figure below:

........ Aircraft Status Indicator

Front lED Rear LED

The Front and Rear LED show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LED displays solid red and the Rear LED displays solid green. Aircraft Status Indicator shows the system status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status Indicator: 

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### ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Power on and self-check

Jg) ······Green Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (P mode with GPS and Vision Positioning)

### "'~/······Yellow Flashes Slowly Safe to Fly (A mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) 

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...... FastYellow Flashing Remote ControllerSignal Lost

### "'~): ..····Fast Red Flashing Critical Low Battery Warning**(~):-Solid** Red Critical Error

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

Home Point

Smart 

### RTH**~.nil** The Home Point isthe location atwhich your aircrafttakes off when the GPS signal is strong. You can view the GPS signal strength through the GPS icon (**~.u!l** 

## ). If you are using the Dynamic Home Point setting, the Home Pointwill be updated to your current position as you move around and when the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks green.

Using the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on P28 for more information) or the RTH button in the DJI Pilot app when GPS is available to enables smart RTH. The aircraft return to the latest recorded Home Point, you may control the aircraft's orientation to avoid collision during the Smart RTH. Press the Smart RTH button once to start the process, press the Smart RTH button again to exit Smart RTH and regain the control.INSPIRE 1 User Manual

Low Battery RTH The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the OJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately when these warnings are shown. DJI Pilot app will advise user to return the aircraft to the Home Point when low battery warning is triggered. Aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after 10 seconds countdown. User can cancel the RTH by pressing once on the RTH button. The thresholds for these warnings are automatically determined based on the current aircraft altitude and its distance from the Home Point. Aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft to land to the ground from the current altitude. User can use the remote controller to control the aircraft's orientation during the landing process.
The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below

Low battery level warningCritiGal Low battety ievel warning(Red)

The battery power is low. Please land the Suffrcren1 bai1ery iew.:I(Green)

Battery level indica1or

Aircraft status indicator blinks RED slowly. the aircraft return to the Home point and land automatically, or "Cancel" to resume normal flight. If no action is taken, the aircraft will automatically go home and land after 10 seconds. Remote controllerwill sound an alarm. Fly the aircraft back and land it as soon as possible, then

. stop the motors

and replace the battery.

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## :i:J: •When the critical battery level warning activates and the aircraft is descending to land automatically, you may push the throttle upward to hover the aircraft and navigate it to a more appropriate location for landing. • Color zones and markers on the battery level indicator reflect estimated remaining flight time

and are adjusted automatically, according to the aircraft's current status. Failsafe 

### RTH Failsafe RTH is activated automatically if remote controller signal (including video relay signal) is lost for more than 3seconds provided that Home Point has been successfully recorded and compass is working normally. Return home process may be interrupted and the operator can regain control overthe aircraft if a remote controller signal is resumed. Failsafe Illustration

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# & • Aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore it is important to set an reasonable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" view and select "MODE" to setthe Failsafe altitude. • Aircraft will stop ascending and immediately return to the Home Point if you move the throttle

stick if the aircraft reaches 20 maltitudes or beyond during Failsafe.

Dynamic home point is useful in situations when you are in motion and require a Home Point that is differentfrom the takeoff point. GPS module is located atthe position shown in the figure below:



# & Ensure the space above the GPS module is not obstructed when using Dynamic Home Point.INSPIRE 1 User Manual
There are two options for Dynamic Home Point. 1. Set the aircraft current coordinate as the new Home Point. 2. Setthe remote controller's coordinate as the new Home Point. Setting Up Dynamic Home Point Follow the steps belowto setup Dynamic Home Point: 1. Connect to the mobile device and launch the DJI Pilot app and go to the "Camera" page. 2. Tap"'"and

### select"~", to reset the remote controller's coordinates as the new Home Point. 3. Tap"'"and select"4.'", to resetthe aircraft's coordinates as the new Home Point. 4. The aircraft status indicator blinks green to show Home Point is set successfully.

DJI Vision Positioning is a positioning system that uses ultrasonic and image data to help the aircraft identify its current position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Inspire 1 can hover in place more precisely and fly indoors or in other environments where there is no GPS signal available. The main components of OJI Vision Positioning are located on the bottom of your Inspire 1, including [1]two sonar sensors and[2]one monocular camera.

Using Vision Positioning Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Inspire 1 is powered on. No manual action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in the indoor environment where no GPS is available. By using the sensors on the Vision Positioning system, Inspire 1can perform precision hovering even when no GPS is available.



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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 1. Toggle the switch to "P" as shown the figure to the right: 2. Place the Inspire 1 on a flat surface. Notice that the Vision Positioning system

cannot work properly on surfaces without pattern variations. 3. Power on the Inspire 1. The aircraft status indicator will flash twice in green light,

which indicates the Vision Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to liftoff, and the Inspire 1will hover in place. 

# & The performance of your Inspire 1's Vision Positioning System is subject to the surface you are flying over. The ultrasonic waves may not be able to accurately measure the distance over sound absorbing materials, and the camera may not function correctly in suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from "P" mode to "A" mode automatically if both GPS and Vision Positioning 

### ?. System are not available. So operate the aircraft cautiously when in any of the following situations: 

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### f!i. • Fying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green
.**~** • Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. • Flying at high speeds(over 8m/s at 2 meters or over 4m/s at 1meter). • Flying overwater ortransparent surfaces. • Flying over moving surfaces or objects. • Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. • Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 10,000) surfaces. • Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). • Flying over surfaces without clear patterns ortexture. • Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns ortextures (e.g. tiles with same design). • Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the aircraft. • In the event of loss of remote controller's signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds and then

auto-land if it is in "P" mode. 

## '\;>: • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness of the sensors. • The effective hovering altitudes of the aircraft is from 0to 2.5 meters. • Vision Positioning system may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water. • Vision Positioning system may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light

conditions (less than 1001ux). • Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40 KHz when Vision Positioning system is

in operation. • Vision Positioning system may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the

ground (below 0.5 meters) in fast speed. 

# 0 Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar sensor emits high frequency sound that is only audible to some animals.

Flight data is automatically stored in the internal storage device of the aircraft. User can gain access to these data through the DJI Pilot app. This includes flight duration, orientation, distance, aircraft status information, speed, and other parameters.

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Inspire 1. The grey or black nut on the propeller indicates the rotation direction of the propeller and where it should be attached. To attach the propellers properly,
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# e'l Lock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten 

### 'b") Unlock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove Attaching the Propellers 1. Attach the propellers with agrey nutonto a motorwithout a black dot and spin the propellers clockwise

to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with a black nut onto a motor with a black dot and spin the propellers counter clockwise to secure its position. Be sure to completely tighten each propeller by hand before flight.



# & • Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding rnotors, otherwise the aircraft cannottake off. • Handling the propellers with care. • Manuallytighten each ofthe propellers on the corresponding rnotors to ensure it is attachedfirrnly. Detaching the Propellers Hold the motor still. Then spin the propeller in the unlock direction indicated on the propeller itself. Detaching 1345s Quick-Release Propellers Press the 1345s Quick-Release propellers downward firmly then rotate the propeller in the unlock direction to unlockthe propellers.



# & • Checkthatthe propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight. • Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use old, chipped,

or broken propellers. • To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR ofand DO NOTtouch propellers or rnotors when they are spinning. • ONLY use original DJI propellers for a better and saferflight experience.

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4500mAh, voltage of 22.2V, and smart chargedischarge functionality. It can only be charged with an appropriate DJI approved charger. 

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## &:, Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to 'Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery' P21 for more information

. OJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 1. Battery Level Display: LEOs displaythe current battery level. 2. Battery Life Display: LEOs display the current battery power cycle. 3. Auto-discharging Function: The battery automatically discharges to below 65% of total power when it

is idle (press the power button to check battery level will cause battery to exit idle state) for more than 10 days to prevent swelling. It takes around 2days to discharge the battery to 65%.1t is normal to feel moderate heat emitting from the battery during the discharge process. Discharge thresholds can be set in the OJI Pilot app. 4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging. 5. Over charge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between 0 °C(32°F) and

40°C (104°F). 7. Over Current Protection: Battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 10A) is detected. 8. Over Discharge Protection: Discharging automatically stops when the battery voltage reaches 18V to

prevent over-discharge damage 9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when ashort circuit is detected. 10. Battery Cell Damages Protection: OJI Pilot app shows warning message when damaged battery cell is detected. 11. Battery Information History: Show the last 32 entries of battery information records that include warning messages and so on. 12. Sleep Mode: Sleep mode is entered after 10 minutes of inactivityto save power. 13. Communication: Battery voltage, capacity, current, and other relevant information is provided to the aircraft's to the main controller. 

## &:, Refer to Disclaimerand Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guide/ins before use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage.
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Powering ON/OFF Powering On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to power on. The Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will displaythe current battery level. Powering Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2seconds to power off.INSPIRE 1 User Manual
Low Temperature Notice: 1. The performance of the intelligent Flight Battery is significantly reduced when flying in a low

temperature environments (those with air temperatures below S°C). Ensure that the battery is fully charged and the cell voltage is at 4.43 Vbefore each flight. 2. Using the Intelligent Flight Battery in extremely low temperature environments (those with air

temperatures below -10°C) is not recommended. When flying in environments with temperatures between

# soc and -10°C, the Intelligent Flight Battery should be able to achieve the appropriate voltage levels (above 4.2 V), but it is recommended that you apply the included insulation sticker to the battery in orderto prevent a rapid drop in temperatures. 3. If the DJI Pilot app displays the "Critical Low Battery Level Warning" when flying in low temperature )> environments, stop flying and land the aircraft immediately. You will still be able to control the aircraft's 

# a· movement when this warning is triggered. 

### gj, 4. Store the Intelligent Flight Battery in a roorn temperature environment and ensure that its temperature exceeds

# soc before using it in the lowtemperature environment. S. When using the Inspire 1 in a lowtemperature environment, begin by allowing the aircraft to hover at a

low altitude, for approximately one minute, to heat the battery. 6. To ensure optimum performance, keep the Intelligent Flight Battery's core temperature above 20°C

when in use. 

# & In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft to warm up for approximately 1-2 minutes before taking off. Checking the battery level The Battery Level Indicators display how much remaining power the battery has. When the battery is powered off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See below for details.**~** The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and discharging. The indicators are defined below.**~** : LED is on.**~:** : LED is flashing.**~** :LEDisoff.

...INSPIRE 1 User Manual Battery life The battery life indicates how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must be replaced. When the battery is powered off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink as described below for 2 seconds:



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

# EEJ For more information about the battery, launch DJI Pilot app and check the information under the batterytab. Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 1. Connect Battery Chargerto a power source (100-240V 50/60Hz). 2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Batteryto the Battery Charger. If the battery

level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 3. The Battery Level indicatorwill display the current battery level during charging. 4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when Battery Level Indicators are all off. 5. Air cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature

before storing itfor an extended period. 

## ,& • Do not charge the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with standard charger (model: A14-100P1A) at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. • Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Inspire 1. Never insert or

remove a battery when it is powered on.

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Charging Protection 

### LED Display The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns.

After any of the above mentioned protection issues are resolved, press the button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not need to unplug and plug the charger in the event of a room temperature error, the charger will resume charging when the temperature falls within the normal range.



# & DJI does nottake any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. :\}: Howto discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: To effectively calibrate the battery capacity, it is recommended to charge and discharge the battery thoroughly for every 10 charge-and-discharge cycle. User should install the battery onto the aircraft and then poweron the aircraft to initiate the discharge process, discharge the battery until the aircraft is powered off automatically. User should then fully charge the battery to ensure the battery is working at its optimal. Slow: Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Inspire 1's Battery Compartment and power it on. Leave it on until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on. Launch the DJI Pilot app to check battery level. Rapid: Fly the Inspire 1outdoors until there is less than 5% of power left, or until the battery can no longer be turned on.


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# Remote Controllers

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The Inspire 1 Remote Controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that integrates the video downlink ground system and aircraft Remote Controller system. The video downlink and aircraft Remote Controller system operate at 2.4 GHz with maximum transmission distance of 2km. The remote controller features a number of camera functions, such as taking and previewing photos and video, and controlling gimbal motions. The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The current battery level is displayed by LEOs on the front panel of the remote control. 

### E§ •Compliance Version: The Remote Controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. •Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode 1 , Mode 2. • Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. • Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle. 

# Lt. Do not operate more than 3 aircrafts within in the same area (size equivalent to a soccer field) to prevent transmission interference.

Powering OnAnd OffThe Remote Controller The Inspire 1 remote controller is powered by a2S rechargeable battery with acapacity of 6000mAh. The battery level is indicated bythe Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow the steps below to power on your remote controller: 1. When powered off, press the Power Button once and the Battery Level LEOs will display the current

battery level. 2. Then, press and hold the Power Button to power on the remote controller. 3. The Remote Controller will beep when it powers on. The Status LED will blink green (slave remote

controller blinks solid purple) rapidly, indicating that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LED will show a solid green lightwhen linking is completed. 4. Repeat step 2to power off the remote controller afterfinish using it.

Charging Remote Controller Charge the remote controllervia supplied charger. 

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Power Button Controlling Camera Shoot videos or images and adjust camera settings viathe Shutter Button, Camera Settings Dial, Playback Button and Video Recording Button on the remote control.

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[1] Camera Settings Dial Turn the dial to quickly adjust camera settings such as ISO and shutter speed without letting go ofthe remote controller. Move the dial button to leftor rightto view the pictures orvideos in playback mode. [2] Playback Button Press to view images orvideos that have already been captured. [3] Shutter Button Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press. [4] Recoding Button Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. Controlling Aircraft This section explains howto use the various features of the remote controller. The Remote Controller is set to Mode 2 by default. :0 ([) 

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### 26 @ 201ti DJ! All**Hi~hts Rt~~-erw~cl.**  aircraft's elevation. Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. Push the throttle stick up to takeoff. When both sticks are centered, the Inspire 1will hover in place. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the fasterthe Inspire 1will change elevation. Always push the stick gently to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation Moving the left stick to the leftor right controls the rudder and rotation of the aircraft. Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counter clock-wise, and push the stick right to rotate the aircraft clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Inspire 1will stay facing its current direction. The more the stick is pushed away from the center position, the faster the Inspire 1will rotate. Moving the right stick up and down changes the aircraft's forward and backward pitch. Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly backward. The Inspire 1will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stickfurther awayfrom the center position for alarger pitch angle (maximum 35') and fasterflight. Moving the right stick control left and right changes the aircraft's left and right pitch. Push leftto fly left and right to fly right. The Inspire 1 will hover in place if the stick is centered. Push the stickfurther awayfrom the center position for alarger pitch angle (maximum 35') and fasterflight. Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the 'camerawill shift to point upwards. Turn the dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point downwards. The camera will remain in its current position when dial is static.Flight Mode Switch Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. You may choose between; P mode, F mode and A mode. INSPIRE 1 User Manual

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P mode (Positioning) : Pmode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states of P mode, which will be automatically selected by the Inspire 1depending on GPS signal strength and Vision Positioning sensors: P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal is not. Aircraft is using only Vision Positioning for hovering P-ATTI: Neither GPS orVision Positioning available, aircraft is using only its barometerfor positioning, so only altitude is controlled. A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System is not used for holding position. The aircraft only uses its barometerto maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically return home if the Remote Controller signal is lost and if the Home Point has been recorded successfully. F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information about IOC, referto the IOC in Appendix. The Flight Mode Switch is locked in P mode by default. To unlock the switch, launch the DJI Pilot app, enterthe 'Camera' page, tap 'MODE', and then activate "Multiple Flight Mode'

. Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button The Transformation Switch 

### I RTH Button combination serves two functions. Toggle the switch up or down to raise or lowerthe landing gear. Or, press the button to activate the Return to Home (RTH) procedure. Transformation Switch This switch has two positions. The effect oftoggling the switch to any of these positions is defined below: 

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## &., Do not raise the landing gear when the aircraft is on the ground. Ensure the landing gear is lowered before landing.
RTH button Press and hold this button to start the Return to Horne (RTH) procedure. The LED around the RTH Button will blink white to indicate the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the last recorded Horne Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain the control ofthe aircraft.

Connecting Mobile Device Tiltthe Mobile Device Holderto the desired position. Press the button on the side of the Mobile Device Holder to release the clamp, and then place your rnobile device into the clamp. Adjust the clamp to secure your mobile device. Then connect your rnobile device to the remote controller with a USB cable. Plug one end of the cable into your mobile device, and the other end into the USB porton the backofthe remote controller.



### 28 © 2015 DJI All Rights**Rt'}~.<~rwlli.**INSPIRE 1 User Manual Optimal Transmission Range The signal transmission between aircraft and remote controller perform best within the range that displayed in the picture shown below:

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More than one remote controller can connect to the same aircraft in Dual Remote Controller mode. In Dual Controllers mode, the "Master" remote controller operator controls the orientation of the aircraft, while the "Slave" remote controller controls the movement of the gimbal and camera operation. When multiple "slave" remote controllers (max of 6) are connect to the aircraft, only the first connected "slave" remote controller is able to control the gimbal, the remaining "slave" remote controller can view the live feed video from the aircraft and set the camera parameters, but they cannot control the gimbal.

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# & Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the pitch movement of the camera in the single remote controller mode, however, you cannot control the pan movement of the camera. Setting Up Dual Remote Controllers Mode Dual Remote Controllers mode is disabled by default. Users must enable this feature on the "Master" remote controller by through the OJI Pilot app. Follow the steps below for setup: "Master" Remote Controller: 1. Connect the remote controllerto your mobile device and launch the OJI Pilot app. 2. Go to the Camera page, and tap**~"'** ,1111to enterthe remote controller settings window. 3. Tap "Set RC Status" to enable Master-and-Slave mode. 4. Select "Master" in the "Set RC Status" section to set the remote controller as "Master" remote controller.

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# & Remote controller cannot link to the aircraft if the remote controller is set as "Slave". Meanwhile, the "Slave" remote controller cannot control the orientation of the aircraft. Reset the remote controllerto "Master" in DJI Pilot app ifyou wish to linkthe remote controllerto the aircraft.

2. Search the "Master" remote controller in the surrounding area in the "Request Control" section.

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The Status LED reflects connection status between Remote Controller and aircraft. The RTH LED shows the Return to Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains details on these indicators.

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## & The Remote Status Indicatorwill blink red, sound an alert, when the battery level is critically low.

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new remote controllerfor the first time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller:
1. Poweron the remote controller and connectto the mobile device. Launch OJI Pilot app. 2. Power on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Enter "Camera" view and tap on and then tap "Linking Remote Controller" button as shown below. 

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4. The remote controller is ready to link. The Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and "beep"

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Linking button to start linking. The Remote Controller Status Indicator will display solid green if Link is succeed

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## .&, • Remote controller cannot linkto the aircraft if the remote controller is set as "Slave". Meanwhile, the "Slave" remote controller cannot control the orientation of the aircraft. Reset the remote controller to "Master" in DJI Pilot app ifyou wish to linkthe remote controller to the aircraft. • Remote controller will disconnect from the linked aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to

the same aircraft.

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# Gimbal and Camera
This chapter provides the technical specifications of the camera and explains the working mode of the gimbal.

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# Camera and Gimbal

The on-board camera supports 4K video capture up to 4096x2160p24 and 12M pixel photos capture by using the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor. You may export the video in either MOV or MP4 format for editing. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and timer mode. A live preview of what the camera is seeing before you shoot videos and pictures is supported through the DJI Pilot App. 

### Camera Micro-SO Card Slot To store your photos and videos, plug in the micro-SO card into the slot shown below before powering on the Inspire 1. The Inspire 1comes with a 16GB micro-SO card and supports up to a 64GB micro-SO card. A UHS-1 type micro-SO card is recommended, because the fast read and write capability of these cards enables you to store high-resolution video data.



# 0 Do not remove micro-SO card from the Inspire 1when it is powered on.
Camera Data Port Power on the Inspire 1 and then connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download photos or videos from the camera to your computer.



# & Poweron the aircraft before attempting to download the files.INSPIRE 1 User Manual
Camera Operation Use the Shutter and Record button on the remote controller to shoot the images or the videos through the OJI Pilot app. For more information about howto use these buttons, refer to "Controlling Camera" P25. NO Filter Attach an NO filterto the front of the camerato reduce over-exposure and "jello" effect.

Gimbal Profile The 3-axis Gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture stabilized images and video. The Gimbal can tiltthe camera up to 120 degrees and rotate 360 degrees.

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control pitch movementof the camera by default. Note that you cannot control the pan motion of the camera by default. Enable the "Master-and-Slave" mode and set the remote controller to "Slave" state if you wish to control both the pan and pitch movement of the camera.



# & Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the pitch movement of the camera in the single remote controller mode, however, you cannot control the pan movement of the camera.
Pan Control Follow the instructions below to use the gimbal dial to control the pan movement of the gimbal: 1. Power on the aircraft and remote control, launch OJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" page. 2. Tap "RC Control Settings" icon and select either C1 or C2 customizable button as the gimbal pitch/

yaw switching button. 3. Select "Gimbal Pitch/Yaw" from the dropdown list.

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Press C1 or C2 button to switch from pitch mode to yaw mode. You may use the gimbal dial to pan the gimbal underyaw mode. Press C1or C2 again to exit yaw mode. 

### Using DJI PilotApp to Control Gimbal Follow the steps belowto use DJI Pilot app to control the gimbal orientation: 1. Launch DJI Pilot app, enter "Camera" page. 2. Tap and press on the screen until a blue circle is shown. 3. Slide to control the gimbal orientation within the "Camera" page as shown below.



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The angle between Gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains constant at all times. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is required to control the pan motion using a second remote controller. The Gimbal will lock to the movements of the aircraft to provide a FirstPerson-Viewflying experience. The Gimbal's motion is independent of the aircraft's orientation. One user alone can control the pitch motion of the Gimbal, but a second user is required to control the pan motion using asecond remote controller. Tap to force the Gimbal orientation to re-align with aircraft's orientation by panning from gimbal's current orientation. Pitch angle will remain unchanged during the re-alignment. 

## .&, • Gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) Gimbal is placed on uneven ground. (2) Gimbal has received an excessive external force, e.g. a collision. Please take off from flat, open ground and protect the gimbal after powering up. • Flying in heavy fog or cloud may make the gimbal wet, leading to a temporary failure. The

gimbal will recoverwhen it dries out.



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# OJI PilotApp
This chapter describes the four main GUI of the OJI Pilot app.0 L ::9. §: )> '0 '0 

# DJI Pilot App
The DJI Pilot app is a new mobile app designed specifically for the Inspire 1. Use this app to control the gimbal, camera and otherfeatures of your flight system. The app also comes with Map, Store a User Center, for configuring your aircraft and sharing your content with friends. It is recommended that you use a tablet forthe best experience.

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The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Inspire 1's camera. You can also configure various camera parameters from the Camera page.



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## 8:The text next to this icon indicates the currentflight mode. Tap to enter MC (Main Controller) settings. Modify flight limits, perform compass calibration, and set the gain values on this screen. [2] GPS Signal Strength**~.ull:** This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicates adequate GPS strength. [3] IOC Settings**~**CL: This icon shows which IOC setting thatthe aircraft has entered when in FMode. Tap 

### to enter IOC setting menu and select Course Lock, Home Lockor Point of Interest Lock. [4] System Status 

## llilllllmll :This icon shows current aircraft system status, such as GPS signal health. [5] Battery Level Indicator

-<>-<>-·o : The battery level indicator dynamically displays the battery level. The color zones on the battery level indicator represent different battery levels. [6] Remote Controller Signal 

### ilo11il: This icon shows the strength of remote controller signal. 

### [7] HD Video Link Signal Strength 

### (][1",11il This icon shows the HD video downlink signal strength between the aircraft and the remote controller. (8] Battery Level 

## 1if 1 00%: This icon shows the current Intelligent Flight Battery level. Tap to enter battery information menu, setthe various battery warning thresholds and view the battery warning history in this page. [9] General Settings 

## 0 :Tap this icon to enter General Settings page. Select parameter units, reset the camera, enable the quickview feature, adjust the gimbal roll value and toggle flight route display on this page. [10] Camera Operation Bar Exposure Lock AE 

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Function Fn: Tap to adjust camera settings, such as video format and digital filters. Shutter 

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# e :Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same function. Playback**~:Tap** to enter playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are captured. Camera Settings and Shooting Mode**~;::Tap** to enterthe Camera Settings page and switch from camera shooting mode from manual to auto. [11) Map Display the flight path ofthe current mission. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI.

[12] Vision Positioning 

# Z : This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. [13] Flight Telemetry

Vision Positioning Status Icon is highlighted when Vision Positioning is in operation. Flight attitude is indicated bythe flight attitude icon. (1) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. (2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. (3) Pitching of the boundary between light blue and dark blue area shows roll angle. [14] Home Point Settings**~** : Tap this button to reset the current home point. You may choose to set the aircraft take-off location, the remote controller's current position, orthe aircraft's current position as the Home Point. [15] Retum to Home (RTH) 

## <!;; :Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the latest home point.INSPIRE 1 User Manual [16) Gimbal Operation Mode Refer to 'Gimbal Operation Mode' P38 for more information. [17] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

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# J :Tapto initiate auto takeoff or landing. [18) Back**~** :Tapto return to the main GUI.

User can view the current flight route in a larger map view in this page. You can also perform Auto takeoff and Landing in the page. Ensure your mobile device has access to the Internet. Due to the map data required, Wi-Fi connection is recommended. Internet access is required to cache the map, if Wi-Fi is unavailable, mobile data service is required.

Download user manual, view online videos. Also you can use the flight simulator to practice your flight skills.

You can sync the picture and videos to the mobile device, view the flight records and check your DJI account status in the User Center. Use the DJI registered accountto login to the User Center. 0 c._

# Flight
This chapter describes the flight safety and flight restrictions.

# Flight
Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended to use the flight simulator to learn how to fly safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in asuitable location.

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

snow, rain and smog. 2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures rnay affect the accuracy of the on-board

compass and GPS signal. 3. Avoid from obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees or bodies of water. 4. Minimize electromagnetic interference by not flying in area with high levels of electromagnetism,

including mobile phone base stations or radio transmission towers. 5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environment factor such as air density and temperature. Be very careful when flying 14700 feet (4500 meters) or more above sea level as battery and aircraft performance may be reduced. 6. The Inspire 1cannot operate within the polar areas in "P" mode. :!!

Flight limits on height and distance can be set. The details of these flight limits are described in the following section. All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations from such organizations as the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization), FAA and their own national airspace regulations. For safety reasons, the flight limits function is enabled by default to help users use this product safely and legally. The flight limits function includes height limits, distance limits and No Fly Zones. When operating in P Mode, height, distance limits and No Fly Zones work together to manage flight. In A mode only height limits work and flights cannot go higherthan 120 meters.
Max Height & Radius Limits Max Height 

### & Radius limit flying height and distance, and the user may change these settings in the OJI Pilot App. Once complete, your Inspire 1 will fly in a restricted cylinder that is determined by these settings. The tables below show the details of these limits.**~.r1ax** Rad1us

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## &, • Ifyou fly out ofthe limit, you can still control the Inspire 1, but cannotfly it further. • If the Inspire 1flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within

range automatically. No-Fly Zones All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly. No-Fly Zones are divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports include major airports and flying fields where manned aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include borders between countries or sensitive sites. The details ofthe No-Fly Zones are explained below: Airport: (1) Airport No-Fly Zones are comprised of Takeoff Restricted Zones and Restricted-Altitude Zones. Each zone features circles of various size. (2) R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport, and is an area around the airport that is a Takeoff Restricted Zone, inside of which take-off and flight is prevented. (3) From R1 to R1 + 1 mile around the airport, the flight altitude is limited on a 15 degree incline, starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is limited to 1640 feet (500 meters) at R1+1 mile. (4) When the aircraft is within 320 feet (100 meters) of the No-Fly Zones. a warning message will appear in the DJI Pilot app.

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(2) Raround the designated Restricted Area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot takeoff within this zone. The value of Rvaries depending on the definition of the Restricted Area. (3) A "warning zone" has been set around each Restricted Area. When the aircraft is within 0.6 rniles (1 km) of this zone, awarning message will appear in the DJI Pilot app.

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Aircraft Zone Restriction DJI Pilot App Prompt Status Indicator
Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a No-fly zone. Take off prohibited. No-fly Zone Ifthe aircraft enters the 

# • restricted area in A mode but Warning: You are in a No-fly Pmode activates the aircraft zone, automatic landing has will automatically descend to begun. (If you are within 1.5 mile land then stop its motors after radius) landing. Warning: You are in a restricted**{f:J:~** 

### ...... zone. Descending to safe Red flashing Restricted- Ifthe aircraft enters the altitude. (If you are between the restricted area in A mode but P range of 1.5 mile and 5 mile altitude flight mode activates, it will descend radius) zone to asafe altitude and hover 15 Warning: You are in a restricted 

# • feet belowthe safe altitude. zone. Maxflight height restricted to between 10.5m and 120m. Fly Cautiously. Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a there will be warning message. restricted zone, Fly Cautiously. Free zone No restrictions. None. None.



## EEl Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. 

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. When flying in the safety zone, aircraft status indicator will blink red quickly and continue for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which point it will switch backto red blinking

. • For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines,

city centers and other special areas. Try to ensure the aircraft is visible.

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1. Remote controller, aircraft battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 3. Micro-SO card has been inserted if necessary. 4. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 5. Motors can start and are functioning as normal. 6. DJI Pilot app connected to the aircraft.

IMPORTANT: Make sure to calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive to electromagnetic interference, which can cause abnormal compass data leading to poor flight performance or even failure. Regular calibration is required for optimum performance. 

# 0 •DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and steel reinforcements underground. • DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular

phones. • DO NOT calibrate beside massive metal objects.
Calibration Procedures Choose an open space to carry out the following procedures. 1. Ensure the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass in the Checklist, or if you

have changed your position since last calibrating it, tap "MODE" in the app and select "Compass Calibration" to calibrate the compass. Then follow the on-screen instructions. 2. Hold and rotate the aircraft horizontally 360 degrees, and the Aircraft Status Indicator will display a

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3. Hold the aircraft vertically with nose pointing downward, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center

axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator show solid red.



## & If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration, move your aircraft to a different location to carry out compass calibration. :\}: Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch DJI Pilot App, follow the on-screen instruction to calibrate the compass.


### When to Recalibrate 1. When compass data is abnormal, and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking red and yellow. 2. When flying in a new location, or a location that is different from your last flight. 3. When the mechanical structure of the Inspire 1 has changed, i.e. changed mounting position of the

compass. 4. When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the Inspire 1does notfly in straight lines.

Auto Take-off Use auto take-off to take off your aircraft automatically if the Aircraft Status Indicator displays blinking green. Follow the steps below to use auto take-off: 1. Launch DJI Pilot app, enter "Camera" page. 2. Ensure the aircraft is in "P" mode. 3. Go through the pre-flight checklist. 4. Tap"!.", and confirm flight condition. Slide to confirm and take-off. 5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at 1.5 meters above ground.



### 50 © 2015 f.AJi. Ali Ri9hts**Rer-orvl~d.**INSPIRE 1 User Manual Auto-Landing Use auto-landing to land your aircraft automatically if the Aircraft Status Indicator displays blinking green. Follow the steps belowto use auto-landing: 1. Ensure the aircraft is in "P" mode. 2. Checkthe landing area condition before tapping 

### ".!.", to perform landing. 3. Aircraft lowers the landing gear and proceed to land automatically.



## :\J: Landing gear will automatically raise when the aircraft reaches an altitude of 1.2m for the first time, and automatically lower every time it descends to O.Bm. Users can turn this feature ON/OFF in the Pilot app.

Starting Motors The Combination Stick Command (CSC) listed below are used to start the motors instead of simply pushing the stick up. Ensure that you perform the CSC in one motion. ::!!

OR

Stopping Motors There are two methods to stop the motors. Method 1: When the Inspire 1has landed, push the throttle down

### <D. then conduct CSC ®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both sticks once motors stop. Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push the throttle down and hold. The motors will stop after 

### 3 seconds.

OR



# it Do not perform CSC when aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors will be stopped.

Take off/Landing Procedures 1. Place the aircrafton open, flat ground with battery indicators facing towards you. 2. Power on the remote controller and your mobile device, then the Intelligent Flight Battery. 3. Launch the OJI Pilot App and enterthe Camera page. 4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicator blinks green. This means the Horne Point is recorded and it is safe to fly

now. If itflashes yellow, it means Home Point is not recorded, and you should not take off. 5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or using Auto Take-off to take off. co**~**INSPIRE 1 User Manual

6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app. 7. To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle slowly to descend. 

### 8. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position for 

### 3 seconds or

more until the motors stop. 

### 9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first, followed by the Remote Controller.



# & •When the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks yellow rapidly during flight, the aircraft has entered Failsafe mode. • A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicator blinking red slowly or

rapidly during flight. • Watch video tutorials aboutflight for more flight information.


### Video Suggestions and Tips 1. Work through the checklist before each flight. 2. Select desired gimbal working mode in the DJI Pilot app. 

# l} 3. Aim to shoot when flying in Pmode only.**~** 4. Always fly in good weather, such as sunny or windless days. 5. Change camera settings to suit you. These include photo format and exposure compensation. 6. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and scenes. 7. Push the sticks gentlyto make aircraft movements stable and smooth.

# FAQ

# Troubleshooting (FAQ)
1. How can Iput aGoPro camera on the Inspire 1 ?

The Inspire 1 does not currently support GoPro attachments. The gimbal is designed to hold DJI cameras only.
2. When will ground station functionality be available?

The Inspire 1 does not currently support ground station. Ground station will be available with future firmware updates.
3. Is the camera's exposure automatic?

The exposure can be setto Auto, for automatic changes, or Manual, if you wish to use aspecific setting.
4. Can I see the size of images through the app?

Yes, you can preview image or video sizes through the DJI Pilot app. 5. How much weight can the Inspire 1carrywithout its included camera?

We do not recommend flying with any payload otherthan the included DJI gimbal and camera. 6. Do you have an LCD monitoravailable for the Inspire 1?

No, OJ\ does not sell LCD or HD monitors for the Inspire 1. However, you can output the live streaming video to a compatible monitor or mobile device of your own. 7. How long does it take to charge the battery? Does it comes with acharger?

Yes, all inspire 1units come with standard TB47 charger. With the standard TB47 100W charger, it takes 85min to fully charge a4500mAh battery.
8. Are the two remote controllers the same? Should I setup the remote controllers in the app or

somewhere else to control the camera and aircraft separately? The two remote controllers are physically identical. You can set the remote controllers to either 'Master' or 'Slave' through the OJ\ Pilot app ifyou wish to use dual controller mode.
9. Where can I find info on the simulation application that plugs into the trainer port? Can you suggest a

simulation program? There is no trainer port on the remote controller for the Inspire 1.
10. Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2series remote controller? No, it cannot. The mobile device holder can only be used with the Inspire 1remote.
11. Does the Inspire 1have a SD card included? The Inspire 1comes with a 16GB micro-SO card. It supports SD cards up to 64GB.
12. Can I upgrade and buy asecond remote controller if Ionly buy asingle remote controller now? Yes.
13. How big isthe Inspire 1? Its lengthxheightxwidth dimensionswithoutthe propellers attached are 44x30x45cm (17.3x 11.8x 17.7in).



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14. What flight controller does the Inspire 1use? The Inspire 1uses its own new flight controller.
15. Which motors and propellers does the Inspire 1come with? The Inspire 1uses 3510 motors and 1345 propellers.
16. Aircraft frame arm joints appear loosen, is that normal? The space of the joins shown in the below figure is normal and it will not affect the performance of aircraft, do not adjust the position ofthe screws on your own.

17. Failed to complete self-check? Place the aircraft on the flat surface before powering on. Do not move the aircraft during the selfcheck. "Tl )> 0

# Appendix

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# Appendix

Model

Hovering Accuracy (P Mode)

Max Tilt Angle

Max Descent Speed

Max Flight Altitude

Propeller Model
Operating Temperature Range

Dimensions

Mounting

Mechanical Range T600

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35°

4 m/s

4500m

DJI 1345

-10° to 40° C

438x451x301 mm

Detachable

Pitch: -125° to +45° Pan: ±330° )> "0 "0 <1l :::J 0. 

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Name

Total Pixels

Still Photography Modes

Supported SD Card Types

Transmitting Distance

Video Output Port
Charging 

### X3

12.76M

Single shoot Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias Time-lapse

Micro SD Max capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required.

2 km (Outdoor And Unobstructed)

USB, Mini-HDMI

DJI chargerMobile Device Holder

Model

Rated Power

Name

BatteryType

StorageTemperature Range

Capacity
BatteryType

NetWeight

Storage Temperature Range Tablet or Smart Phone

A14-100P1A

100W
Intelligent Flight Battery

LiPo 6S High voltage battery

Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C More than 3 months: 22° C to 28° C

5700 mAh

LiPo 6S

670 g

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Max Charging Power 180W
Velocity Range Below 8 m/s (2 mabove ground)
Operating Environment Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces

IOC allows users to lockthe orientation of aircraft in different fashions. There are three working modes for 

# -6' IOC and you may select the desired IOC modes from the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works under F mode, 

# a; and user must toggle the flight mode switch to "F" mode to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: ::J Q. 

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Home Lock (HL)* Record a Home Point (HP), and push Pitch stick to control the aircraft far from or nearto the HP.



# :¢: *Home Lock and Point of Interestfeature are coming soon. Prerequisites of IOC Use the IOC feature underthe following condition:

POl Yes**~,nil** Aircraft ,sm-saom , Point of Interest Using JOC Enable the IOC feature by tapping "Enable IOC" in the setting page of the DJI Pilot app. Toggle the Flight Mode Switch to "F" mode and follow the on-screen instruction to use IOC feature.



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Follow the process described below to upgrade the aircraft, remote controller and battery. Updating the Aircraft Firmware Step 1- Check Battery and SD Card Capacity Ensure the Intelligent Flight Battery has at least 50% power and there is at least 100MB of free space on theSD card. Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 1. Download the firmware update package from the official DJI website (http://www.dji.com/product/

inspire-1). 2. Insert the SD into your PC. Extract the all downloaded files into the root directory of the SD card.

Remove the SD card from your PC. Ensure the Inspire 1is powered off then insert the SD card into the SD card slot on the Inspire 1camera. Step 3- Update the Aircraft 1. Ensure the remote controller is powered off and then power on the aircraft. Upgrade will begin

automatically after aircraft is powered on. 2. It will take approximately 25 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera will sound a short

pulse of 'D-D-D-D' beeping sound to indicate the upgrade is in progress and sound a "O--DD" beeping sound to indicate the update is complete with success. 3. Check the upgrade status by opening the ".txt" file that is automatically generated after the update.

The update is successful if the text "result: successful" is in the document. Try upgrading the firmware again ifthe text "result: failed" is found orthe gimbal sound a long beep sound. Updating the Remote Controller Firmware Step 1- Check Battery and SD Card Capacity Remote controller firmware is included in the aircraft firmware update package. Use the same update package file that is downloaded from the DJI official website. Ensure the remote controller battery level is above 50%. Step 2- Prepare the Firmware Update Package 1. Extract all downloaded files into the root directory of an SD card or USB thumb drive. 2. Insert the SD card into a SD card reader or the USB disk onto the remote controller USB port when

remote controller powered off. If you do not have a SD card reader, you may insert the SD card into the gimbal and connect the gimbal with remote controller to upgrade the remote controller. Step 3- Update the Remote Controller 1. Power on the remote controller and wait 60 seconds until the upgrade begins. Do not power off the

remote controller during the update. 2. It will take approximately 10 minutes to complete the firmware update. The camera will sound a beeping sound and the Status LED on the remote controller shows solid blue to indicate the update is in progress. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid green and beeping sound will stop if the upgrade is completed with success. The Status LED on remote controller shows solid red if upgrade is failed. Try upgrade again. )> '0 '0 (1J :::J Q. 

## x·INSPIRE 1 User Manual Updating Intelligent Flight Battery Firmware The Intelligent Flight Battery is upgraded during the aircraft firmware upgrade process. It is recommended to keep the upgrade package files in your SD card. The upgrade will start automatically after power cycling the aircraft. 

# Lh • Do not perform firmware update while the aircraft is still flying in the air. Only carry out firmware updatewhen the aircraft is landed. • Be sureto updatethe remote controller's firmware to the latestversion afteryou upgrade the aircraft's

firmware. • The remote controller may become unlinked from the aircraft after updating. Re-link the remote

controllerand aircraft. • Confirm

### the update results acccrdingtothe gimbal sounds. It is normalforthe aircraftto sound or

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LEDto blinkduringthe update process. • Ensurethere is onlyonefirmware packagefile stored on yourSD card. • Only storage devices that are formatted for FAT32 and exFATfile systems are supported for aircraft

and remote controllerfirmware updates. • Delete any automatically generated 

### txt files (xxx_GS.TXT) in the SD card when updating multiple

remote controllers.

FCC Compliance 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. Changes or modifications not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Compliance Information FCC Warning Message Any Changes or modifications not expressly roved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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

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