(505) 884-3424 Facsimile 

October 26. 20 15 

U.S. Depmtment ofTransportation 

Docket Management System 

1200 New Jersey Ave S.E. 

Washington, D.C. 20590 

Re: Request for exemption under Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform 

Act of2012 and Part 11 ofthe Federal Aviation Regulations fi-om Cettain Provisions of 14 C.F.R. 

Dear Administrator: 

Pursuant to Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Refonn Act of2012 (the Reform Act) and 14 C.F.R. patt 11, Domenici Law Finn files this petition for exemption on behalf of Geo Hawk Aerial. LLC ("Geo Hawk"), an operator of Small Unmanned Aircraft ("UA") Systems ("UAS") used to conduct land surveying, and geospatial analysis. Specifically, applicant seeks an exemption from the Federal Aviation Regulations ("F ARS") listed in Appendix A, attached, to allow commercial operation of its UAs, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined herein or as may be established by the FAA in a grant of this petition. 

Because the Petitioner will accept the conditions of previously granted exemptions related to similar UASs and proposed uses, as outlined in detail 

herein below, we seek a summary approval of this exemption request. 

Approval of the exemption for petitioner will allow commercial operation of the Aibotix X6, the DJI Phantom 3, and the DJI Inspire for land surveying, aerial photography, videography, orto mosaic and infrared mapping, remote sensing,Lidar, and aerial inspection in Class G airspace nationwide, or as othetwise prescribed in an Air Traffic Organization ("A TO") issued COA. The UA operations contemplated by this petition are in the public interest because they clearly satisfy the "Four D's" of approved exemplary uses of unmanned aircraft: described as 

replacing work that is ditty, dull, difficult, or dangerous, and provide an equivalent or greater level of safety than conventional manned aircraft operations. The UA covered in this petition 

are small battery powered craft, with the Aibotix X6 weighing_approximately 2.7 lbs. (1.2kg.), inclusive of battery and payload, the DJI Phantom 3 weighing approximately 2.82 lbs. 
Congress directed the FAA to consider seven (7) factors in deciding whether to 

approve Section 333 exemption petitions; size, weight, speed operational capability, proximity to airpmts, proximity to populated area, and operation within visual line of sight. Geo Hawk's petition qualifies as to each factor for an exemption. Specifically, the UAs are lightweight, small and operate at slow speeds and close to the ground well below the 

requirement of the FAA that they operate in an airspace below 400 feet. The use of UAs by Geo Hawk, LLC will be safer and more efficient in conducting land surveying, aerial photography, videography, mto mosaic and infrared mapping, remote sensing,Lidar, and aerial inspection that would otherwise be conducted via manned aircraft, potentially involving risk of human injury or death to employees and to the public, and increased risk to structures 

and other propetty. Increased safety to human life, to the environment and to property are Congress' and the FAA's primary concerns in providing a method by which to seek Section 

333 exemptions. 

Beginning with a table of contents, Geo Hawk, LLC submits information that can 

assist in the review required to grant an exemption. Further assistance or explanation may be requested at any time. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 505-883-6250 or via email at 

pdomenici@domenicilaw.com. 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

I. PETITIONER'S CONTACT INFORMA TON 

II. DEFINITIONS 

Pete V. 

~omeni ·, Jr 

Attorney for Geo Hawk, LLC I 

III. TITLE 14 CFR SECTIONS REQUIRING EXEMPTIONS 

IV. PROPOSED OPERATIONS 

A. UNMANNED AIRCRAFTS 
VII. PUBLIC INTEREST AND SAFETY 

VIII. FAA 333 EXEMPTIONS GRANTED FOR EACH 14 CFR SECTION 

IX. CONCLUSION 

I. PETITIONER'S CONTACT INFORMATION 

Geo-Tech LLC is a New Mexico Limited Liability Corporation. The date of incorporation is 

July 31, 2015. The principal place of business is 1606 Central Ave. SE, Suite 104, 

Albuquerque, NM 87102. Mailing address is P. 0. Box 65395, Albuquerque, NM 87193. 

Telephone# 575-644-0250, costacos81@gmail.com, www.constructionsurvevtech.com 

The owners are New Mexico licensed surveyors since 2009, and naturally bom U.S. citizens. 

David Acosta is a licensed New Mexico Professional Surveyor, license# 21082. Operators of 

the UA will be the owners ofGeo-Tech, LLC, John Gallegos, and David Acosta, who are 

trained and proficient in operating the three UA that exemptions are sought tor. 

II. DEFINITIONS 

I. AGL Above Ground Level 

II. ATC Air Traffic Control 

III. COA Certificate of Authorization 

IV. FAA Federal Aviation Administration 

V. FAR Federal Aviation Regulation 

VI. GPS Global Positioning System 
XI. VFR Visual Flight Rules 

XII. VLOS Visual Line of Site 

XIII. YO Visual Observer 

Ill. PROPOSED OPERATIONS 

The requested exemption would permit commercial operation of Geo Tech's s UAS 

which consist of three (3) small, multi rotor aircraft, weighing less than 55 lbs., 

including payload, performing precision aerial inspections or surveys that consist of 

still photographs, video or other digital data collected by an onboard camera or other 

sensing device. Applications for these UAS devices and associated data collection 

functions include professional land smveying as well as other surveys, inspections 

and/or measurement of difficult to reach equipment or structures, building exteriors/ 

rooftops, transmission/cell towers, right-of-ways and other landscape features such as 

field crops, forests and water bodies. Use of the UASs for aerial surveys and 

inspections reduces the need to operate conventional aircraft or other equipment for 

the same purpose and provides very high quality imagery at a fraction of the cost of 

surveys, inspections and measurements using conventional means. Likewise, 

inspections of structures can be safely performed without endangering the inspector or 

inhibiting local industrial or public operations with ladders, lifts or other potentially 

dangerous staging platforms and/or equipment. These savings result in enhanced 
stay in business. By fonning Geo-Tech and delving into flying, maintaining and using UA's 

for data collection, Construction Survey Technologies is assuming a leadership role in the 

industry. To be cost-effective and at the forefront of the data-collection business, it is 

incumbent that the FAA be assured that the concerns tor safety of the PIC, the public, and the 

property surveyed are met or exceeded. Upon request, Geo-Tech, LLC is ready, willing and 

able to assist in search and rescue operation, in game preservation efforts and to assist for the 

common good by volunteering its UA resources. 

Regulations from which the exemption is requested: 

14 CFR Part21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 14 C.F.R. §91.203(a) (I) 

14 C.F.R. 45.23(b): Marking oftheAircraft 

14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b): Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in 

command 

14 C.F.R. 91.7 (a): Civil aircraftairworthiness 

14 CFR 91.9 (b) (2): Civil aircraft flight manual, marking, and placard 

requirements 

14 C.F .R. 91.103: Preflight Action 

14 C.F.R. 91.109: Flight Instruction 

14 C.F. R. 91.119: Minimum SafeAltitudes 

14 C.F .R. 91.121: Altimeter Settings 

14 CFR 91.151 (a): Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions 
14 CFR 409 (a) (2): Inspections 

14 CFR 417 (a) & (b): Maintenance records 

A. UNMANNED AIRCRAFTS 

1. The DJI PHANTOM 3 

A. Weight (Including Battery and Propellers) 2.82 lbs. 

B. Diagonal Size (Including Propellers) 23.23 in. 

C. Max Ascent Speed 11.2 mph. 

D. Max Descent Speed 6.7 mph. 

E. Max Flight Time~ 23 minutes. 

F. Remote Controller Operating Frequency 2.400 GHz 2.483 GHz. 

G. Auto Takeoff: UA rises to a preset height and will hover in place until 

directed where to go. 

H. AutoReturn Home: UA remembers the exact spot it took off from to 

enable a tap of a button to return back home. 

I. Low Battery Failsafe: If the flight battery is run running low or the 

Phantom 3 loses connection with the remote it will automatically return back home. 

2. THE DJI Inspire 1 

A. Weight (Including Battery and Propellers) 6.47 lbs. 

B. Diagonal Size (Including Propellfrs) 22.87 in. 
GHz 5.825 GHz. 

G. Auto Takeoff Rises to a preset height and will hover in place until directed 

where to go. 

H. AutoReturn Home Remembers the exact spot it took off from to enable a 

tap of a button to return back home. 

I. Low Battery Fail safe If the flight battery is running low or the Inspire I 

loses connection with the remote it will automatically return back home. 

3. THE AIBOTIX X6 

A. Weight (Including Battery and Propellers) 14.55 lbs. 

B. Diagonal Size (Including Propellers) 23.23 in. 

C. Max Ascent Speed 11.2 mph. 

D. Max Descent Speed 6.7 mph. 

E. Max Flight Time~ 23 minutes. 

F. Remote Controller Operating Frequency 2.400 GHz 2.483 GHz. 

G. AutoTakeoff: UA rises to a preset height and will hover in place until 

directed where to go. 

H. AutoReturn Home: UA remembers the exact spot it took off from to 

enable a tap of a button to return back home. 
The PIC and YO will have been trained in operation ofUA generally and received up to date 

infOimation on the UAs to be operated pursuant to this request for an FAA 333 exemption. 

For PIC ofthe Phantom 3: 

I 0 hours of simulator training and knowledge, and reference to the Phantom 3 

training documentation provided by the manufacturer. 

For PIC of the DJI Inspire: 

10 hours of simulator training, and knowledge, and reference to the DJI 

Inspire 1 training documentation provided by the manufacturer. 

For PIC of the Aibotix X6: 

1 0 hours of simulator training, and knowledge, and reference to training 

documentation provided by the manufacturer. 

D. C. FLIGHT OPERATIONS 

John Gallegos and David Acosta, the owners and operators of Geo-Tech LLC, are trained and 

proficient in the operation ofUA. If required to maintain a level of proficiency that meets or 

exceeds FAA requirements, they are determined to engage in all required courses. They have 

both been PIC on numerous outings and are able to be onsite with all documentation in the 

event of a failed system or inclement weather. The petitioner will not permit any PIC to 

operate unless the PIC meets its qualification criteria and demonstrates the ability to safely 

operate the UA in a manner consistent with how the UA will be operated under this 
Prior to each flight , the PIC will inspect the UA, including the Ground Control Station, to 

ensure it is in a condition for safe flight. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the 

safe operation of the UA, the PIC will not operate the UA until the necessary maintenance has 

been performed and the UA is found to be in a condition for safe flight. All maintenance and 

alterations will be properly documented in the aircraft records. Each UA operated under the 

exemption will comply with all manufacturer Safety Bulletins. 

The UA will be operated within visual line of sight (YLOS) of the PIC and YO at all times. 

The PIC will not begin a flight ifthere is less than 25% of battery power remaining. 

Actual flight time for each operational flight will result in no less than a 25% battery reserve, 

The UA will have the capacity to abort a flight in case of unexpected obstacles or 

emergencies. 

The UA will be programmed so that if it loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it will 

return to a pre-determined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered 

in accordance with the operating documents. 

The petitioner will obtain an Air Traffic Organization issued Certificate of Waiver or 

Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the grant of exemption. 

Petitioner will request a Notice to Airman (NOT AM) not more than 72 hours in advance, but 

not less than 48 hours prior to the operation. All operations will be conducted in accordance 
markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, subpart C. Markings will be as large as 

practicable. 

The UA will not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 

The UA will not be operated over congested or densely populated areas. 

Operations nearer to the PIC, YO, operator trainees or essential persons do not present an 

undue hazard to those persons per 14 CFR 91.119( a). 

Petitioner will report any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or 

vertical boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA to the FAA's UA 

Integration Office (AFS-80) within 24 hours. Petitioner will report accidents to the National 

Transp01tation Board (NTSH) per instructions contained on the NTSB website: 

www.ntsb.gov. 

VII. PRIVACY 

There is little concern that the proposed flights will cause invasions of privacy, most flight will 

occur over undeveloped property or public rights of way. Data gathering will consist ofGPS 

surveying points over propetty primarily in undeveloped areas. Petitioner is sensitive to the 

public desire to be free from intrusive technology. All data collected will be stored on a private 

hard drive, pass word protected and not made available for public use. No attempt will be 

made to identify any individuals filmed, except in cases where they are trespassing upon or 

damaging propetty, or interfering with petitioner's or its customers operations. 
met: 

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonpa1iicipating persons from 

the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The petitioner will ensure that 

nonpmiicipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where 

nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, the PIC 

will ensure that flight operations cease immediately. 

b. The aircraft is operated near vessels, vehicles or structures where the owner/controller 

of such vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission 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. 

c. Operations nearer to the PIC, YO, operator trainees or essential persons do not present 

an undue hazard to those persons per § 91.119(a). 

VIII Public Interest and Safety 

The planned UA use will increase ground safety for aerial geospatial analysis projects. 

The enhanced safety and reduced environmental impact achieved using a 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 UA operation enabled by this 

exemption is in the public interest. 
applicant's UA, pursuant to Geo Tech's operating procedures. 

Traditional methods for geospatial analysis lead to a number of risks for engineers 

because they require engineers to traverse large geographic areas while carrying heavy 

equipment necessary for surveys. This equipment makes it difficult to navigate across 

rugged terrain. Engineers risk encounters with wildlife, including poisonous snakes. 

Engineers are also subject to prolonged exposure to the elements, especially in the height 

of summer and winter. At higher elevations, the dangers associated with extended 

exposure to cold temperatures are compounded. Traditional methods also take engineers 

into active mining sites, containing multi-ton machines that could cause risk of life or 

injury to engineers. The presence of these engineers often leads to significant disruption 

ofthe mining site, which causes productivity and financial loss. 

Additionally, there are geographic areas that are culturally, archaeologically, and 

environmentally sensitive that would otherwise be inaccessible. Many Native American 

Tribes do not allow non-tribe members to enter ce1tain areas of their land due to their 

cultural and religious beliefs. Traditional survey methods can damage sensitive 

archaeological and environmental areas that need to be mapped, but using a manned 

aircraft would otherwise be cost prohibitive. 

Use of a UA will ameliorate many of the hazards associated with traditional methods. 

Individuals involved with operations will be responsible for carrying less, and lighter, 
months and in 0°F or less, temperatures during winter. UA flights over culturally, 

archaeologically, and environmentally sensitive areas will allow these areas to be mapped 

without damaging those areas. 

Finally, when projects are over public roads, use of the UA will reduce the number of 

individuals who may otherwise be in danger from careless motorists. Additionally, these 

analytical and surveying projects may be conducted more quickly, reducing the amount 

of time workers need to be in the road and the amount of time that traffic will be blocked. 

VIII FAA 333 EXEMPTIONS GRANTED 

The FAA has issued grants of exemption in circumstances similar in all material respects to 

those presented in this 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), 11213 to Aeryon Labs, 

Inc. (see Docket No. FAA-2014-0642), and 12645 to Allied Drones (see Docket No. FAA20 14-0804 ), 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. 
IX CONCLUSION 

For all of the reasons set forth above, the FAA should excersise its full authority to grant 

an exemption from all the requirements as allowed under Section 333 of the FAA 

Modemization and Reform Act of2012 and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations from 

Certain Provisions of 14 C.F.R. so that Geo Hawk Aerial, LLC shall operate UAS' in a 

commercial endeavor involving data acquisition. 
The Aibot X6 represents a new generation of flying robots, specifically developed for demanding tasks in industrial inspection and surveying. The robust, 

reliable hexacopter is easy to fly and generates high quality data that can be 

processed in many ways . 

. Length I Width 

Height 

Housing 

DeadWeight 

Take-off Weight 

Max. Payload 

Max. Speed 

Flight Height 

Flight Time 

Operating Temperature 

Aibotix Navigation 

Control 

Batteries 

1.05 m (3.4 ft.) 

0.45 m (1.5 ft.) 

CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer) 

3,400g 

4,600 g - 6,600 g 

2,000 g 

40 km/h (25 mph)* 

up to 1,000 m (3,280 ft.) over ground under 

ideal conditions* 

max. 3,000 m (9,842 ft.) ASL 

up to 30 min.* 

-20 octo 40 °( (-4 to 104 F0 ) 

GPS receiver I Smart -sensor fusion: including 

gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer, magnetometers, and ultrasonic sensors 

Remote control, tablet-PC (optional), automatic 

waypoint flight 

Lithium-polymer 5,000 mA- 1 0,000 mA 

•· Depending on operating mode, weather and payload 

AIBDTIX 

INTELLIGENT AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES 
The Aibot X6 can be equipped with a variety of different sensors, making it an 

indispensable helper in virtually unlimited application areas: 

geo-referenced images for surveying and geo-mapping, as well 

as industrial inspection of power lines, wind turbines, bridges, dams, etc. 

. inspection and monitoring of photovoltaic systems, buildings, etc. 

various applications, especially in agriculture and 

forestry 

AIBDTIX - when it has to be right 

INTELLIGENT AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES Geosystems 

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s up out of view, giving the camera an unobstructed 360 degree view of the world 

below 

An advanced flight contro!fer makes the Inspire 1 stable, safe and easy to fly indoors or out. The brand new ViS!on 

Positioning System g·,ves it the power to hover in posiflon at low altitudes even without GPS. Like all DJI flight conlrollers. 

it is also able to return home if remote controller signal is lost or if the low battery warning is triggered. 

The Inspire 1 boasts a maximum ft!ght speed 22mfs· and a maximum fhght time of 18 minutes* using one fully charged 4500mAh Intelligent Flight Battery. 

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Travel Mode 

1. Gimbal and Camera 9. Intelligent Fl:ght Battery 

2. Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 10. Power Button 

3. Vision Positioning System 11. Battery Level Indicators 

4. Transformation Mechanism 12. Aircraft Status Indicator 

5. Front LEOs 13. Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

6. Motors 14. Camera Mlcro-USB Port 

7. Propellers 15. Gimbal lock 

l.anclng Mode 8. Rear LEOs 

• Please note that max1mum fhght speed and max1mum run time were tested in a lab environment. These statistics are for reference only, as 

conditions in your area may vary. 
picture review and gimbal controL 

A DJI Ughtbridge-based HD video downlink is buill-in, letting you see what your camera sees on your mob:le device in real time HD. The app also allows you to change camera settings and activate Master/Slave mode so thai one person can fty w/1ile other controls the gimbal independently. The master and slave contro!!ers communicate using a 5.8Ghz wireless signal, and have a communication range with each other of up to 50 meters. The controHer's LiPo battery has a maximum 

run time of approximately four hours and can be charged by plugging directly into the controller. 

1. Power Button 

2. Transformation Switch 

3. Return to Home (RTH) Button 

4. Control Slicks 

5. Status LED 

6. Battery Level LEOs 

Folded 

11. G1mba! Dial 

12. Camera Settmgs Dial 

13. Video Recordmg Button 

14. Right Mode Switch 

15. Shutter Button 

16. Playback Button 

17. Mmt-HDMI Port 

18. Micro-USB Port 

19. CAN-Bus Port 

20. USB Port 

21. Back Buttons {Reserved) 

• Please note that the max lransmisston distance were tested in a lab environment. This statistic is for reference only, as cond11ions in your 

area may vary. 
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, which can cause abnonnal compass data leading to poor flight perfonnance or even failure. Regular calibration is required for optimum pertonnance. Recalibrate the compass when: a) The Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking red and yellow. b) Flying in a 

new location. 

• DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magneftc interference, such as magne!Jte, parking structures, and steel remforcements underground. 

• DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones 

• DO NOT calibrate beside massive meta! objects. 

• If the Flight Status LED is st1owing so!id rod, then try to calibrate again. If it is blinking red and yellow alternately after plac1ng the aircraft on the ground, the compass has detected magnetic interference. Change your location. 

111 PMode: 

Sale to fly. In this mode, the lnspm 1 has a strong GPS signal and 

can use the Vision Positklning System allowing it to hover accurately 

in position indoors and out. !f outdoors, this mode also means that a 

Horne Point has been locked so that it can Return to Home if the 

contra! signal is lost 

If you are not in .this. mode, toggle the Flight Mode Sw1tch to P position to enable it. 

The Right Mode SWitCh 1s locked in P mode by default 

Refer to the User Manual on how u; unlock tho switch. 

There alf8 three states in P mode. 

P-GPS: GPS works best when outdoors in a wide open area, and 

your Inspire 1 uses GPS to hover in place when the GPS signal is 

strong. P-OPTI: If GPS is not available, the aircraft can use the 

Vision Positioning System to hover accurately. P·ATil: Neither 

GPS or Vision Positioning System available, aircraft is using only 

its barometer for positioning, so only altitude Js controlled. 

Note that the Vision Positioning System may not work properly when 

the Inspire 1 is flying over water. over surfaces without a clear pattern, 

or in a low light environment 

• Return to Home: 

GPS Positioning 

Return to home 

When the GPS signal IS strong, the aircraft will be able to record a 

Home Point and return to the Home Point when needed. The GPS 

location IS recorded when the GPS s1gnal icon in the DJI GO app is 

either yellow or green. 

The aircraft will return to the Home Point automatically in the lo!lowing 

cases (all require a strong GPS signal). 

Smart RTH: When you press the RTH button on the remote controller 

or in the App. Low Ba!ICIY RTH: The DJI GO app notifies users to ta'<e 

actiOn when the batiCfY level falls to a specified threshold 

Falsale RTH: 1N!1en the romote controller signal is lost. 

• While returning home. its .attitude can be adjus.ted by the user to avoid obstructioos. TaU buildlngs may atTect the rcmo1e contrcaer slgnaj. 

The FaBsafe Return to Home procedurewm be trlggeted If the sJgnallslost. Be sure fly higher than any nearby buUdJllQ$ to avoid crashing. 

e Flight Limits: 

The Inspire 1 is not permitted to fly within no·fly zones as specified 

by local laws and regulations. Please visit here: 

http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly for more mformation. 

e Environmental Considerations: 

1. Do not fly 1n severe weather conditions. This includes high wind. snow, rain and smog 

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2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures may alfect the accuracy of the onboard 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 areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including mobile phone base stations or radio transmiSSion towers. 

5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and temperature. Be very careful when flying 14 700 feet (,1500 meters) or mcro above sea level as battery and aJrcralt perfonnance may be reduced. 

6. The Inspire 1 cannot operate in P mcde or use GPS at polar lat,tudos. II only can fly in A TTl mode and use the Vision Positioning System. 
Maximum Weight of Payload 

Max lilt Angle 

Max Ascent Speed 

Max Descent Speed 

Max Speed 

Max Altitude Above Sea Level 

3400g 

35" 

5mls 

4 m/S 

22 m/s (A TTl mode, no wind) 

4500m 

Max Flight Time Approximately 18 minutes 

Operating Temperature Range -1Q'>C to 40"C 

• Gimbal (Model: ZENMUSE X3) 

Angular Vibration Range 

Controllable Range 

Max Controllable Speed 

• VISion Positioning 

Velocity Range 

Aitrtude Range 

±0.03" 

Pitch: -90" to +30' Pan: ± 320" 

Pitch: 120"/s Pan: 180"/s 

<8 m/s (Aitrtude 2 m) 

5cm-500cm 

Operating Environment Surface with dear pattern and adequate lighting (Lux> 15) 

Operating Range 0-250 em 

• camera (Name/Model: X31FC350) 

Sensor Sony EXMOR 112.3" Effective pixels:12.4M {total pixels: 12.76M) 

Lens FOV (Field Of Vi<m) 94" 20 mm (35 mm fonmat equivalent) fl2.8 

ISO Range 100-3200 (video) 100-1600 (photo) 

Electron•c Shutter Speed 8 s-1/8000 s 

Image Max Size 4000x3000 

Still Photography Modes Single shoot; Burst shoo11ng: 3/5/7 frames 

Video Record!f19 Modes 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0. 7EV Bias; lime-lapse 

UHD (4K): 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p 24125130 

Max Bitrate Of V1deo Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Supported SD Card Types 

FHD: 1920x1080p 24125/30/48/50/60 HD: 1280x720p 24/25/30/48150/60 

60Mbps 

FAT321exFAT Photo: JPEG, DNG Video: MP41MOV (MPEG-4 AVCIH.284) 

Micro SD, Max capacity: 84GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required 

Operating Temperature Range 0" C to 40" C 

• Remote Controller (Name: C1) 

Operating Frequency 922.7 MHz-927.7 MHz (Japan only) 5.725 GHz-5.825 GHz 2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

Transmitting Distance 2 km (outdocr and unobstructed) 

Video Output Port USB, Mini-HDMI 

Operating Temperature Range -1!rCto40"C 

Battery 6000 mAh UPo 2S 

• Charger (Model: A14-100P1A) 

Voltage 26.3V 

Rated Power 100W 

• lnteilllge!1t FT!ght Battery (Model: 1iB47, Standard) 

Capacity 4500 mAh 

Voltage 22.2 V 

Battery Type LiPo 6S High voltage battery 

Energy 99.9 Wh 

Net Weight 570 g 

OperatingTemge -10"Cto4!rC 

Max Charging Power 180 W 

• Intelligent FT!ght Battery (Model: 1iB48, Optional) 

Capacity 5700 mAh 71 rnm 

Voltage 22.8 V 

Battery Type LiPo 6S High voltage battery 

Energy 129.6 Wh 

Net Weight 670 g ( E 1313 £ RoHS :g 

OperatingTernge -10"Cto4!rC 

Max Charging Power 180 W 

* This Quick Start Guide IS subject to change without prior notice. 
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isclaimet; Intelligent Flight Satiety Safety Guidelines, Inspire 1 Safety Guidelines, In the Box, lnspite 1 User Manual. 1. Download the DJI GO App Search 'DJI GO' on t11e App Store or Google Play and download the app to your mobile device. DJIGOapp 2. Watch the Tutorial Videos Watch the tutorial videos at lNWVV.dJLCom or 1n the DJI GO app . • 1!1 . The tutorial VIdeos • For the best user experience, please use mobile deviCes with iOS 8.0 {or higher) and Andro1d 4.1.2 (or higher). • Read the Inspire 1 User Manual in the DJI GO app or official OJI website for more details. 

3. Check Battery Levels 

Press t11e Power Button once on both the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller to check battery levels. The 

Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Make sure both batteries are adeouately 

charged before each fligi1L 

Press the power button once then press agBJn and hold for 2 seconds to power on the remote controller. Repeat to power off. 

Press the power button once, !hen press again and hold for 2 seconds to power on the Intelligent Flight Battery. Repeat to 

power off. 

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Battery Level 

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Low 

Battery Level 

Low High 

4. Charging 

o Only use the official DJI Inspire 1 charger for your lntclltgcnt Flight Battery and remote controllor. 

• To charge the Inspire 1 Intelligent Flight Battery or the remote controller, connect it to power through the port to a suitable power source (100-240V 50/60Hz). 

• !t is recommended to turn off the batteries before charging. 

• Usc tho included charger to charge the Intelligent Right Battery and the remote controller battery. When lully charged, the battery LEDs on the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller will turn off 
Tilt tho Mobile Oev1ce Holder to the desired position then adJUSt 

the antennas as shown. The strength of the remote control!er 

signal is different when the antenna position is different. 

Strong Weak/!;, 

The transmission signal betv-veen the aircraft and remote 

controller will perform best when within the optimal 

transmission range. If the signal is weak, fly the aircraft 

closer to you to achieve optimal signal performance. 

CD Press the button on the Side of the Mobile 

Device Holder to release the clamp. 

@ Place your device onto the clamp and adjust 

the clamp to hold it securely. 

@ Connect your mobile dev1ce to tho remote 

controller with a USB cable. Plug one end of 

the cable into your mobile device. and the 

other end into t11e USB port on the back of 

the remote contruller. 

If you have purchased an Inspire 1 with dual remote controllers, the Master remote controller will connect to the aircraft 

automatically wl1en powered on. Master/Slave mode is disabled by default. Activate 1t and set il up through the DJI GO 

app. The Master remote controller's Status LED will show solid green when it connected to the aircraft. The Slave 

remote controller's Status LED wi!! show solid blue when it is connected to the Master controller. 

Connect1ng the Master remote controller to the Slave remote controller: 

On the Master remote controller, launch tim DJI GO app and go to the Camera page. Then tap liJ• ,1,11 on the top of your 

screen to enter the remote controller settings window. Tap "Activate Master/Slave Mode"and select "Master" Then 

enter your desired connection password for the "Slave'' remote controller. 

On the Slave remote controller, select "Slave" and tap "Search" to find the 1v1aster remote controller. Select the "Master" 

remote contro!!er from the "Master RC List" and input the connection password. 

• Do not use other 2.4GHz devices at the same time to avoid signal interference. 

6. Preparing the Aircraft 

The aircraft 1s Jn Travel Mode dunng delivery. Follow these steps to change it 

to Landing Mode before your first flight: 

CD Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into the battery compartment. 

Gl Power on the remote controller and I he Intelligent Flight Battery. 

@Toggle the Transformation Sw1tch up and down at least four times. Repeal 

to change aircraft to Travel Mode. 

Power off the aircraft before mounting the gimbal and camera. 

r(JD ~ @ 

~~~ 

Travel Mode 

• tf youhavepurchasedthedual remote controller version, you must use the Master remotecontrolfertodeactvate TravefM<:xie. 
(j) Remove the Gimbal Cover. 

<2) Rotate the Gimbal Lock to the unlocked poSition (to the nghl when 

facing the nose of the aircraft). Insert the gimbal by aligning the 

white mark on the gimbal with white mark on the Gimbal Lock. 

(j) Rotate the gimbal lock back into the locked position (to the left 

when facing the nose of the aircraft). ~--- GimbaiCover 

----Gimbal Lock 

·-- Mounting Place ~ vlocked 

8. Preparing for Flight 

Place the aircraft on a flat surface, in an open space, w1th the back facmg you. 

(j) 

@ Powt.Y en the remote ccn'roiiH 

@ Power on !he rurcmlt and wlli! for the sell-check ro ccmp!cte. Do no~ mow: the <t~rcrnlt dunng the 

seiJ.r;heck 

@ E1 1Sute :he rL--mole contrc¥-er 1$11nkc<: to the n;n:.rnft before ft'ght. R;Hnk tt:-o mmote contm~er to the 

aircraft il il fJ!ls ;o ccnnec: Refer to 1he INSPIRE 1 User A·lanwJ on t;o.v to link 

@ Ensure \he rc.mo1e conJ.Joficr and your mobde dew:e ;Jre connectt:d Wd) a USB cabfe. launch ;he 

0.1: GO -1PP .... tl€fl ccnnc~ing to the :>ircraft tcr th8 fu-st 1me. nnd tolbw :he m:ructions v<'ithn the app 

@ Launch :he OJ1 GO ~fOP f'Jld tap "Colll)t!m· 

~@] 

t1m€ lhf' :wcraft's al:ltl.KW and !tght dtstance is restricted when ttjing in Beginner 

Ycu 

Mode 

may drsatlD 

We 

~G 

0 Cai:Umtc th·.1 compass by tapping the A1rcmll S:atus Bar in the npp am1 <;dcct1ng "C::~!ibrate• Then 

fellow the on.:;crcc.fl instruct;cns 

@ For 1345s ?ropcik:f, install the !YQ!X-lY..:rs v.'th a '.vhi!C dot on:o the rnow1ting plates :ha! havo a •..torte dot 

For 1345 "ropel£--r, a:mc.h p~s v,11h the bb<'.k at. onto mot as >VIt!llhe black dot and spn 

COtll1;cH;IorJ...v.r...e to secure Anach pop::l!ers with gray nut on:o motOfS v.<f.hout a black dot and $pll) 

dcx:hviY: to secum Pttco all Pfopcil>~rs omo :he com:ct motor and tighten by tk1.nd to ensuro sec!Jii;y 

Nlorutl.ghL 

• V.Jh€n not in P mode. tho i'lspire 1 v.nll only rnarn:;.:un al!i;ude, not POSlli\'A\ and will cnlt ,..,,:11 

v.1nd or user mputs. Return to Home is not available 1n r mocle 

9. Remote Controller Operation 

5 

DJIGO 

App 

The remote controller is by default set to Mede 2 (throttle controlled by the left-hand stick). 

Adjust the till angle of camera by using the Gimbal Dial. 

Right Slick 

• You can set the remote controHer to different modes using the DJI GO app. 

rn . . 

Gimbal Dial 
e Auto Taking- Off & Landing: 

( In the Camera screen of tne OJ! GO app } 

Before taking off, make sure the aircraft 

status bar in the OJI GO app shews "Safe 

to Fly (GPS)". Otherwise, the aircraft cannot 

hover in place and record the Home Point 

Tap @ and confirm your selection. The aircraft wiU automatk:alty take off, retract 

rts landing gear, and hover at 12 meters after yoo tap and con fum Auto Take-off. 

Tap @ and confirm your selectJon. The landing gear will lower and lhe aircraft 

will automatically land. 

e Manual Take- off & Landing: 

Start the motors by pulling both control sticks to t11e bottom 1nside (or outs1de) 

corners. Release the slicks once the motors start. Slowly push the left (throttle) 

stick up to take off. Once 1n the air, toggle the Transformation Swi!cl1 up to 

raise the landing gear. Toggle lhe 

Transformation 

Swftch up 

left stick/ Up (Slowly) 

~~ 

Gently pull the left (throttle) stici< down to lower the aircraft 

Ell Return to Home 

RTHButton TheApp's RTH Button 

1. Press and hold the return home 

button until the LED surrounding 

the button is blinking white, and the 

return horne procedure is in 

process Press once to stop the 

procedure. 

until it touches the ground. Pull both sticks to the bottom Left stick/Down (Slowly) 

inside corners to stop the motors. 

2. The DJI GO app notlfres users to 

take action when the baHery level 

fafis to a spedfted IIYeshcld. ntis 

warwng threshold can be set with~nlhe DJ! GO app. The aircraft 

W!V land mmediately when 1l reache~ Cntk:al Low Battery Level 

Warning. 

After flight. chango tho aircraf1 back into Travel Mode. Do not 

attempt this at the beach, ovc..-r grass, or over monochromatic 

carpet. Then place the aircraft on a flat surface and remove 

the gtmba! and camera for transport 

• It ts highly 1ecommended I nat you only take off when the Aircraft Status bar is green. 

• The aircraft cannot take off if the Critical Low Battert Warning is active. 

• The Intelligent Fl!ght Battery must warm-up if the outside temperature is low. A 

wamtng Wfll dtsplay in the DJI GO app. 

• Rotaf!ng propellers can be dangerous. Do not start the motors when there are people 

nearby and always fly in a w.de open area 

• Never stop the motors during flight. Power off the a1rcratt prior to switching off the 

remote controHer after landing. 

Appendix 

Aircraft 

Status Indicator Description 

-,riJ,- Slowly: Safe to fiy,GPS working 

:f!i:x2 Double: Vision Positioning 

't' System working, noGPS 

-,6,- Slowly: P-A Tif or A Til 

:'0: Quickly: Not connected 

'' to remote controller 

Remote Controller 

Status LED 

@) Remote controller IS functioning normally 

but is not connected to the aircraft. 

Remote controller is functioning normaBy 

and is connected to the aircraft. ~) Remote controller is in Slave Mode 

and not connected to the aircraft. 

Remote controHer 1s in Slave Mode 

and is connected to the aircraft. 

:.*-::: 8-8-8 ... Aircraft low battery warning 

or remote controller error. 

-ylr Slowly: Low battery level warning C@ B-B-... ~~e~~~e5 c~~~~~:~ has been :'jf.,: Quickly: Critical low battery level wamng 

-------------------

'U; Solid: Critical error 

Learn more informalion from: :Iii:/ :'0: Blinking Alternately: 

''' ''' Compass calibration required www.dji.com/producVinspire-1 

3. Fa~safe: The Inspire i W1fl enter 

RTH !nOde tf remote contro!ler 

signal is lost 

•IMlilereturnmghome,rts 

aiJ!ude can be adjUSted by the 

user to avoid obstructions. 

Using the Camera 

• Adjust the camera parameters using the 

Camera Settmgs Dial on the remote 

controller or through the DJI GO app. 

Press the Shutter BultonNideo Record 

Button to capture photos or record 

videos. 

• Adjust the t~t of the gimbal us1ng the 

Gimbal Dial. 

• Download photos and video from the SD 

card to your mob1le deVIce through the 

DJI GO app. You may also use a SD 

card reader to export files to your PC. 

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Quick Start Guide 

V1.2 
Review the diagram below for a full list of your Phantom 3 Advanced's parts: 

1. Gimbal and Camera 9. Aircraft Status Indicators 

2. Vis1on Positioning System 10. Antennas 

3. Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 11. Intelligent Flight Battery 

4. Aircraft Micro-USB Port 12. Power Button 

5. Camera Status Indicator 13. Bat!ery Level lnd1catots 

6. Front LEOs 14. Link Button 

7. Motors 15. Camera Micro-USB Port 

8. Propellers 
Built into your Remote Controller is a rechargeable LiPo battery and DJI Lightbridge, which when paired with a compatible 

mobile device gives you a live HD view from the Phantom's camera. 

Folded 

11. Gimbal 01al 

12. Camera Settings Otal 

13. Video Recording Button 

14 Flight Mode Switch 

15. Shutter Button 

16. Playback Button 

17. C1/C2 Buttons (Customizable) 

18. USB Port 

19. Micro~USB Port 

1. Power Button 

2. Return to Home (RTH) Button 

3. Control Sticks 

4. Status LED 

5. Bauery Level LEOs 

6. Power Port 

7. Mobile Dev1ce Holder 

8. Small Device Positioning Tabs 

(such as mob1le phone) 

9. Antennas 

10. Handle Bar 

Mobile dev1ce connechon 

• This max1mum transmiSSIOn d:stance was tested in a !ab enwonment and is lor reference only. The rnax1rnum operatmg d1stance may vary depending 

on condl!ions in your 1mmed1ate surroundings 
y 

p

ys 

y 

 locations that are free and dear of bulldings, trees, power lines. and other obstacles. Do not fly above 

or near people or animals. 

2. Maintain Control at All Times: Even when using DJI autopilot functions such as AutowTakeoff, Auto-Landing, and Auto-Return to 

Home, always keep your hands on the Remote Controller and maintain control of your aircra1t when it is in flight. 

3. Maintain Une of Sight Keep your aircraft in sight at all times, and avoid fly'.ng behind buildings or other obstacles that may block your V1fNI. 

4. Monitor Your Altitude: For the safety of full-sized aircraft and other air traffic, always fly at altitudes less than 400 feet (120 meters) 

above ground level, or in line with your local lam and regulations. 

Visit http://flysafe.dji.com/no~fly for more information on critical safety features such as 

No-Fly Zones. 0/\ '<.::) • Calibrating the Compass: 

Make sure to calibrate the compass at 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 optimal 

performance. 

1. DO NOT calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference, such as magnetite, parking structures, and 

steel reinforcements underground. 

2. DO NOT carry ferromagnetic materials With you during calibration such as keys or cellular phones. 

3. DO NOT calibrate beside massive metal objects. 

4. If the Aircraft Status Indicators are showing solid red, then try to calibrate again. If they are blinking red and yellow alternately after 

placing the aircraft on the ground, the compass has detected magnetic interference. Change your location. 

• Environmental Considerations: 

1. Do not fly in severe weather conditions. This includes high winds (speeds of 22 mph or 10 m/s or more}, snow, rain, and fog. 

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall buildings and steel structures may affect the accuracy of the on-board compass and GPS signal. 3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high-voltage power lines, trees, and bodies of water. 

4. Minimize electromagnetic rnterference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including mobile phone base stations, 

radio transmission towers, or Wi-R hotspots. 

5. Aircraft and battery performance are subject to environmental factors such as air density and temperature. Be very careful when 

flying 19,600 feet (6 km) or more above sea revel, as battery and aircraft performance may not be at peak efficiency. 

6. The Phantom 3 Advanced cannot operate in P Mode or use GPS at polar latitudes. Only ATII Mode and the Vision Positioning 

system will be operational. 

• PMode: 

In this mode, the Phantom 3 Advanced can use GPS and the Vrsron 

Positioning system, allowing it to hover accurately in position indoors 

and out. When GPS is available, a Home Point Wlll be locked so that the 

Phantom 3 Advanced can Return to Home ff the Remote Controller signal 

rslost. 

To enable P Mode, toggle the Flight Mode Switch 

to the P position, 

There are three states in P mode: 

P-GPS: GPS works best when outdoors and in a wide open area. 

Your Phantom 3 Advanced uses GPS to hover in place when there is 

a strong GPS signal. 

P-OPTI: If GPS is not available, the aircraft can use the Vision Postioning 

system to hover accurately. 

P-ATTI: Neither GPS nor the Vision Positioning system are available. 

The aircraft vll!! only use 1ts barometer for altitude and other on-board 

sensors for attitude stabilization. 

Note that the Vision Positioning system may not work properly when 

the Phantom 3 Advanced is flying over water. over surfaces without a 

clear pattern, or in a low-light environment. 

X 

Return to home 

ttl II 

GPS POSitioning 

• Return to Home: 

VJS!OO POS!IlOning 

Altitude 

1 fool 

When there is a strong GPS signal, the aircraft \\'iU be able to 

record a Home Point and return to that Home Point when 

required. The Home Po1nt location is recorded when the GPS 

signal icon in the DJI GO app is either yellow or green. 

The aircraft will return to the Home Point automatically in the 

fo!lmving scenarios (all require a strong GPS signaQ: 

Smart RTH: When the RTH button on the Remote Controller 

or in the DJI GO app is pressed. 

Low-Battery RTH: A notification will appear in the OJI GO 

app requesting the pilot to take action when the battery level 

falls under a certain leveL 

Failsafe RTH: When the Remote Controller's signal is lost. 

• While returning to the Home Point. tfle aircraft's altitude can be adjusted to avo1d obstacles. Tall bwldrngs may affect the Remote Controller's signal. The Failsafe Return to Home procedure will be triggered if the signal is lost. Be sure to f!y higher than any nearby 

buildings to avoid crashing 
Max. Descent Speed 

Max. Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max. Flight Time 

Opera!ing Temperature Range 

GPS 

•Gimbal 

Controllable Range 

3m/s 

16 m/s (AITI mode, no wind) 

6000m 

Approximately 23 minutes 

lfC to 40"C 

GPS/GLONASS 

Pitch: - 90" to +30"' 

<8 m/s (Altitude 2m) 

30crn-300cm 

30cm-300cm 

• Vision Positioning 

Velocity Range 

Al!itude Range 

Operating Range 

Operating Environment Surface with clear pattern and adequate lighting (Lux> 15) 

• Camera 

Sensor 

Lens 

ISO Range 

Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" Effective plxels:12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M) 

FOV (Field Of View) 94" 20 mm (35 mrn format equivalent) f/2.8 

100-3200 (video) 100·1600 (photo) 

Electrontc Shutter Speed 

Image Max. Size 

Still Photography Modes 

8 5·1/8000 s 

4000 X 3000 

Single shot 

Burst shooting: 3/5{7 frames 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB}: 3/5 bracketed frames at 0. 7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

Video Recording Modes FHD. 1920x1080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HO 1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

MaK Bitrate of Video Storage 40Mbps 

Supported File Formats 

Supported SO Card Types 

Operating Temperature Range 

FAT32/exFAT Photo· JPEG. DNG V1deo: MP4/MOV (MPEG·4 AVC/H.264) 

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

• Remote Controller 

Operat1ng Frequency 

Max. Transmission Distance 

Video Output Port 

Operating Temperature Range 

Battery 

Mobile Device Holder 

Transmitter Power (EIRP) 

Working Voltage 

• Charger 

Voltage 

Rated Pot.ver 

O'C to 40'C 

2 400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

2 km (outdoors and unobstructed) 

USB 

O'C to40'C 

6000 mAh L1Po 2S 

Tablets and smartphones 

FCC: 20 dbm; CE:16 dbm 

12A@7.4 V 

17.4 v 

57W 

• lntelfigent Flight Battery ( PH3·4480 mAh· 15.2 V ) 

Capacity 4480 mAh 

Voltage 15.2 V 

Baltery Type LiPo 4S 

Energy 68Wh 

Net Weight 365 g 

Operating Temperature -10"C to 40°C 

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Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines, In the Box. 

1. Download the DJI GO App 

Search 'DJI GO' on the App Store or Google Play and 

download the DJI GO app to your mobile device. 

OJI GOapp 

2. Watch the Tutorial Videos 

Watch the tutorial videos on www.dji.com or in 

the DJI GO app. 

Phantom 3 tutorial videos 

• For the best experience, use a mobl!e device that runs iOS RO or above or Andrord 4,1 2 or above. 

3. Check Battery Levels 

Pressing the Power Button once on either your Intelligent Flight Battery or Remote Controller displays the battery level. 

Be sure to fully charge both batteries before your first flight. 

Low.,_ Battery level-+ High Low._ Battery level -tr- High 

4. Charging the Batteries 

• Only use the official DJI Phantom 3 Advanced charger. Remove the Intelligent Flight Battery from the aircraft before 

charging. 

• It is recommended that you turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery or Rernote Controller before charging. 

• Connect the charger to a suitable power source (1 00-240V 50/60Hz). 

• Connect the charger to the Intelligent Flight Battery or Remote Controller. The LEOs will display the current charge level, and when fully charged, they will automatically turn off. 

Remove the tnte!!igen! 

Flight Battery 
g

Remote Controller's signal will fluctuate depending on the 

positions of the antennas. 

Strong 

The transmission signal between the aircraft and 

Remote Controller will be strongest within the 

range illustrated here. If the signal is weak, adjust 

the positions of the antennas and fly the aircraft 

closer to achieve optimal signal performance. 

CD Press the button on the side of the Mobile 

Device Holder to release the clamp. 

0 Place your mobile dev1ce into the clamp and 

adjust it so that the mobile device is held 

securely in place. 

0 Connect your mobile 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 port on the back of 

the Remote Controller. 

• To avoid signal interference, do not use other 2AGHz dev1ces when flymg. 

6. Flight Controls 

Here are the default flight controls (Mode 2). The left stick controls altitude and rotation, while the right st1ck controls the 

forward, backward, left or right movements. The gimbal dial controls the camera's tilt. 

Left Stick Right Stick 

• You can customize or change these controls through the OJ! GO app. 

Gimbal Dial 

/ /~ lLl_fLrnU 

\.: 
in an open space, with the nose facing away from 

you. Then follow the steps below in this order: 

0 . . . DJIGO app 

~~ 

(j) Toggle the Flight Mode Switch on your Remote Controller 

to the right (P Mode). P Mode is Positioning Mode, A 

Mode is A TTl Mode, and F Mode is Function Mode. 

0 Turn on the Remote Controller by pressing the power 

button once, releasing it, and then pressing and holding 

for 2 seconds. 

Q Insert the Intelligent Flight Battery into your Phantom 3 

Advanced. Turn on the battery by pressing the power 

button once, releasing it, and then pressing and holding 

for 2 seconds. 

@ Ensure the LED on your Remote Controller is green, 

indicating it is ready to be used. 

® Connect your mobile device to the Remote Controller 

with a USB cable and launch the DJI GO app. Follow the 

instructions within the app. 

@ In the app, tap 'Camera'. Ensure your Phantom 3 Advanced 

is ready to fly by completing the on-screen Checklist. 

Beginner Mode is enabled by default when you launch 

the DJI GO app for the first time. The aircraft's altitude and 

flight distance are restricted when flying in Beginner 

Mode. You can disable Beginner Mode in the Settings 

Page of the DJI GO app. 

0 Calibrate the compass by tapping the Aircraft Status 

Bar in the app and selecting 'Calibrate'. Then follow the 

on-screen instructions. 

® Attach the propellers with a black nut onto the motors with 

black dot and spin them counter-clockwise to secure. 

Attach the propellers with a grey nut onto the motors 

without black dot and spin them clockwise to secure. 

• Tighten the propellers with bO!h hands before each flight 

•If you wrsh to record photos or videos, Jnsert a Micro·SD card into the Camera's Mrcro-SO Card Slot 

• The Flight Mode Switch JS locked 10 P Mode by default Refer to the User Manual to learn how to unlock the sw1tch and change 

to other modes. 

• Wtlen not in P mode, the Phantom 3 Advanced will only maintain altitude. not posit1on, and w111 dnft with wind or user input. Return 

to Home is not available in F mode. 

8. Flight 

Before taking off, make sure the Aircraft Status Bar in the DJI GO app 

indicates 'Safe to Fly (GPS)' or 'Safe to fly (non-GPS)' if flying indoors. 

• Auto Takeoff and Landing: 

Your Phantom 3 Advanced can automatically takeoff and land at the tap of a button in the Camera screen of the DJI 

GOapp. 

Tap and slide to confirm automatic takeoff. 

The aircraft will automatically takeoff and 

hover at 4 feet (1.2 meters). 

Tap and slide to confirm automatic landing. 

The aircraft will automatically land. 
motors start. Slowly push the left stick (throttle stick) up to 

takeoff. 

Start I Stop the motors Left stick up (Slowly) 

ground. Then pull both sticks to the bottom inside 

corners to stop the motors. 

Left sl!ck down (Slowly) 

• Never stop the motors mtd-fhghl, otherwise the aircraft will crash. Only stop the motors when on the ground or as requtred in 

emergency situations to reduce the risk of damage or injury. 

• You cannot takeoff if the lnteUigent Flight Battery is not suf1ictently charged and the Critical Low Battery Warnmg is ac!Jve. 

• The Intelligent Right Battery must warm up if the outside temperature is low. A warning will appear in the OJI GO app in this scenario. 

• Once spinning, the rotating properters can be dangerous Do not start the motors when there are people nearby and always try 

in a wide-open area. 

• Power off your Phantom 3 Advanced before SWitching off the Remote Controller after !andtng 

• Return to Home: 

1. Press and hold the Return to Horne Button on your 

Remote Controller until the LED surrounding the button 

starts blinking white and starts beeping. Your Phantom 

3 Advanced will return to the set Horne Point. Press the 

button once to stop the procedure. 

2. The DJI GO app will warn you if your Phantom 3 

Advanced's battery level falls under a certain level. This 

warning threshold can be set in the app. The aircraft 

will land irnrnediately if the battery power reaches a 

critical level and the Critical Low Battery Level Warning 

appears. ~ I 3. Failsafe: The Phantom 3 Advanced will enter Return to Home Mode if the signal to the Remote Controller is lost. 

RTH Button The app's RTH Button 

• Wh1le returning home, you can sHU control your Phantom 3 

Advanced's altitude to avoid any obstacles 

Appendix 

Aircraft Status Indicators 

)¥ Slowly: Safe to fly, GPS working 

:#: x2 Continuously: Vision Positlonlng 

system working, no GPS 

S Slowly: P-ATII or A Til Mode 

:8: Quickly: Not connected 

to the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

e Remote Controller is functioning normally, 

but is not connected to the aircraft. 

Remote Controller is functionmg normally 

and is connected to the aircraft. :~: B-B-B.. Aircraft Low Battery Level Warning 

or Remote Controller error. 

B-B-... Remote Controller has been 

idle for 5 mmutes. 

)¥ Slowly: Low Battery Level Warning 

:#,:Quickly: Critical Low Battery Level Warning 

• Solid: Crit1cal error 

:;+:: /:9.: Blinking Alternately: 

Compass calibration required 

For more mformat1on: 

httpJ/www.dji.com/phantom3 

Camera Controls 

• Adjust the camera parameters using 

the Camera Setlings Dial on the 

Remote Controller or through the DJI 

GO app. Press the Shuner Bunon or 

Video Recording Button to capture 

photos or record videos. 

• Adjust the gimbal's tilt using the 

Gimbal Dial. 

• Download photos and videos from 

the Micro-SO card to your mobile 

device through the DJI GO app. 

You can also use a SD-<:ard reader 

to export fHes to your computer. 

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