July 8, 2015

Joel Colombo

P.O. Box 1384

Wrightwood, CA 92397

Dear Mr. Colombo:

This letter is to inform you that we are unable to process your request for an exemption from 

Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). It explains why we can not process your 

request and what you should do in the next 30 days.

Why We Can Not Process Your Request

We entered your April 22, 2015 exemption request into the public docket (No. FAA-2015-

1131), but we are unable to process your request any further. The information you sent does

not comply with the requirements of § 11.81 (copy enclosed). For us to consider the request 

any further, you must send us all of the following:

 The specific section or sections of 14 CFR from which you seek relief, the extent of the 

relief you seek, and the reason you seek relief.

 The reasons why granting the request would be in the public interest; that is, how it would 

benefit the public as a whole.

 The reasons why the exemption would not adversely affect safety or how the exemption 

would provide a level of safety at least equal to that provided by the rule from which you 

seek an exemption.

 Any additional information, views, or arguments available to support your request.

What You Should Do

If you want us to process your request any further, you must send the information described 

earlier to reach us within 30 days. Please note that § 11.63(d) requires you to send your 

petition for exemption at least 120 days before the proposed effective date of the exemption.
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If We Do Not Hear From You

If we do not hear from you within 30 days, we will close the docket without notifying you 

further. If you have any questions or require additional time, you may call (202) 267-9677.

Sincerely,

/s/

Brenda Robeson

Program Analyst, Airmen and 

 Airspace Rules Division

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Joel Colombo

1102 Rivera dr Wrightwood. CA 92397

P.O. Box 1384 Wrightwood. CA 92397

Cell: 760.662.6263

DBA teamcolombo.com

Thepropertydrone.com

Request for Section 333 Exemption Photography April 14, 2015

Joel Colombo

This document constitutes an exemption Request under Section 333 of the FAA for Aviation Unmanned to perform

Aerial Photography of real estate as well as property inspections by/for Joel C Colombo. The main use of this UAS

would be taking real­estate photos. The UAS that I plan to use is a DJI PHANTOM 2 vision + and will be referenced

in this document and also in the attached user manual.

1. The safe operation to the NAS and/or persons and/or property will be kept to a minimum by always flying the

UAS within visual eye contact, less than 200 ft above ground and never directly above persons or public places. The

orientation of flights will be such that the pilot in command (PIC) always has a visual on the rear mounted LED flight

Indicator. Additional safety features on the DJI PHANTOM 2 vision + include, return to home, low voltage,

enhanced failsafe along with operating in the less populated 5.8 GHZ frequency range.

2. Pre­flight inspection would be checking battery condition/level in both the transmitter and UAS. The binding/link

feature will not let the UAS start if communication is not established. A check for power­lines, antennas and other

overhead objects would be performed. Wind conditions would be monitored and be a factor for flying.

3. The radio frequency of the DJI PHANTOM 2 VISON + is 5.728­5.85GHz the units camera is 2.4 GHZ. Maximum

take­off weight is 1242g. Max Ascent/decent speed 6 m/s. Maximum flight Velocity 10 m/s.

4. The PIC will be only myself and I have a minimum of 200 hours flying time with this DJI PHANTOM 2 vision +

model.. I hold a USCG masters license and worked under the coast guard regulations for 8 years before becoming a

realtor. I had high standers to preform maintenance and safety on all vessels I operated. This was closely monitored

under the coast guard to insure safety of my passengers. Routine maintenance and replacement of parts would be

closely observed and monitored in my flight log. Also routine inspections by a certified DJI dealer will be preformed

monthly to insure the UAS is 100% operational

5. Im in good medical health and sound mental health. No arrests or felonies. I have recently passed a background

check with the BRE and have regular physicals and drug screening.

6. The intended use of this DJI PHANTOM 2 VISON + is to supplement my real estate Photography with

occasional aerial photographs of real estate and building inspections. As a realtor this will not only give me better

photos but will ensure my clients obtain a sound home by having an above view upon inspection. This will reveal

roofing condition, property boundaries, elevations changes, cracks, external leaks and more.

7. All flights for real estate will have the date, time, GPS coordinates along with the camera metadata recorded on a

hard drive and also backed up to at least 2 hard dives. This data would be kept readily available for a period of 5

years after each aerial flight. The PHANTOM 2 VISION + will never fly in the dark nor will it fly after sunset or

before sunrise. I will not operate in fog, haze, heavy smog or any visual condition that could hinder 100% visibility. I

will not operate in or near an airport, busy street, trains, crowds, animals, or any objects that could be a possible

hazard or safety issue.

Joel Colombo

1102 Rivera dr Wrightwood. CA 92397

P.O. Box 1384 Wrightwood. CA 92397

Cell: 760.662.6263

Email: joel2@me.com

Teamcolombo.com

Thepropertydrone.com

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