VIA, Inc.

1036 Beecher Road

Winston Salem, North Carolina 27104

404-316-5842

www.viavideo.tv

October 23, 2015

Dear Sir or Madam, 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the

“Reform Act”) and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, operators at VIA, Inc. seek an exemption from 

Federal Aviation Regulations detailed herein for the operation of lightweight aerial 

imaging equipment, also referred to throughout this petition as Unmanned Aerial Systems 

(UAS), as well as their ground based operation equipment 

Our Aircraft: 

Our operation will include a single UAS, manufactured by DJI, referred to hereinafter as 

the Inspire 1. (DJI UAS manuals are attached). The DJI Inspire 1 has the following flight 

and safety related features: 

 Inspire 1 is a UAS quadcopter manufactured by DJI that has a fixed gimbal and 

camera affixed to the bottom. Inspire 1 has a maximum weight of 6.47 lb. (2965 

grams), and a maximum range of 2000m. 

 Inspire 1 has built-in telemetry allowing the operator to see all onboard 

information relating to the safety of flight including but not limited to battery 

percentage remaining, overall health of the operating system, built-in GPS for 

position hold and automatic return-to-home, as well as multiple fail-safes for 

maximum safety. 

 The onboard camera attached below the gimbal allows the operator to record High 

Definition video, as well as still photographs. The video is transmitted in real-time 

to the controller(s) allowing the operator and the videographer to see the images 

on all sides of the UAS utilizing an Apple iPad Mini and IPhone equipped with 

DJI’s Go application designed specifically for the Inspire 1.

 The DJI Inspire 1 is limited to a maximum assent rate of 5 m/s and has a 

maximum decent rate of 4 m/s. It is also limited to a maximum speed of 22 m/s or 

49 mph. 
 The Inspire 1 will be operated with a DJI-TB48 5700mAh 129.96Wh 22.8V

lithium polymer battery, manufactured by DJI specifically for use with the Inspire 

1, allowing for flight times not to exceed 18 minutes. For additional safety, VIA, 

Inc. will fly the UAS to 30% of its capacity and immediately return to home for 

approximately 15 minutes of flight time per fully charged battery.

Our Ground Based Guidance and Control System:

 The DJI Inspire 1 is controlled using a DJI transmitter, manufactured specifically

for the Inspire 1, operating on a 2.4GHz frequency to a maximum range of 2km. 

(Specific operating range of 2.400-2.483GHz.) (See Manual Appendix page 57 

for all specifications.) These specifications fall within FCC guidelines for 

operators. Powered by a lithium polymer battery it provides 4 hours of use

between charges. 

 The DJI Inspire 1 transmitter has a built in GPS (Return To Home feature) 

allowing the Inspire 1 to always know where to return to in the event of a failure. 

Additionally, the DJI transmitter provides the operator with a live HD 720p feed 

which utilizes DJI’s proprietary Light Bridge 2.4G technology.

 The Inspire 1 transmitter will be controlled by a single operator, but will utilize a 

Visual Observer when necessary and may from time to time as required utilize a 

second DJI manufactured controller with cameraperson also for the sole purpose 

of controlling the camera/gimbal assembly in order to provide our clients with 

the finest possible aerial footage. 

Our Operator:

 VIA, Inc. will use a single operator for each flight, and a videographer as 

required and when able/necessary use a Visual Observer to assist in keeping 

sight of the Inspire 1 at all times. At no time will the UAS be flown outside of 

visual line-of-sight and visual range. The Pilot-In-Command will be Patrick 

Fox of Winston Salem, N.C. He is a recent graduate of Embry-Riddle 

Aeronautical University with a degree in Unmanned Aircraft System, He

possesses 10 years of experience both in building and flying UAVs. Both the 

PIC and the videographer are members in good standing of the AMA. Our 

AMA membership numbers are: PIC #929326 Videographer #1083682. The 

PIC resume is attached to the end of this Petition. Additionally, our principal, 

Mr. Nicholson, is a currant participant in the FAA’s ‘B4UFLY’ program strictly

adhering to the program regulations.

Our Business Intent: 

VIA, Inc. will be utilizing the DJI Inspire 1 UAS for multiple projects from time to 

time as required by our clients. These will include: 
 Commercial Advertising Video and Photography 

VIA, Inc. has a significant amount of interest in taking video and photos for 

advertising in our local area. VIA, Inc. has over 34 years of video production and 

post-production experience, and our clients are very interested in utilizing the 

UAS. These services will offer significant advantages to our clients in terms of 

safety and cost as well as affording them previously unavailable aerial 

perspectives.

 Real Estate Photography and Videography 

Real Estate photography/videography will derive a significant improvement over 

traditional aircraft with our service, allowing real estate agents a significantly

improved competitive product at a lower price point. Utilizing our services will 

benefit these clients in increased productivity and safety.

 Insurance Inspections of Home and Property 

VIA, Inc. expects to develop a significant amount of interest from local and regional 

insurance companies and adjusters by utilizing the UAS to conduct aerial 

inspections of property and structures. By utilizing the Inspire 1 to conduct 

inspections of rooftops, farm fields, and other property, the insurance company

stands to save a significant amount of time inspecting such property after storms. 

Additionally, utilizing the Inspire 1 will increase safety by preventing adjusters 

from having to climb tall ladders in order to make such inspections. By utilizing 

the UAS, in lieu of more costly traditional helicopter or fixed wing aircraft, our 

clients will not only save a significant amount of money, but also have the 

potential to increase safety when compared to traditional methods that utilize 

gas/turbine helicopters and aircraft.

 • Microwave Tower Inspections

Inspecting microwave towers (including cellular telephone towers) has 

traditionally required human inspection. Utilizing a UAS to inspect these towers 

greatly improves safety and will help prevent deaths of tower inspectors. We

anticipate a significant amount of interest from companies doing business in 

North Carolina to conduct such inspections. 

 Solar Panel Farms

By utilizing the Inspire 1 for aerial inspections of such farms our clients will 

benefit from improved safety, time constraints and resources. We anticipate a 

significant amount of interest from companies doing business in North Carolina to 

conduct such inspections. North Carolina, which had almost no large-scale solar 
energy seven years ago, now ranks first in the Southeast and fourth in the nation 

in solar energy capacity, according to a recent report from Duke University.

 Bridge Inspections 

Similar to inspecting towers with the use of our Inspire 1, the required inspections 

of local bridges and overpasses will also provide increased safety. We anticipate 

having interest from local city officials to conduct such inspections in North 

Carolina. 

 Livestock Search and Inspections

Searching for cattle and other livestock utilizing traditional means is both time 

consuming and ineffective. We plan to utilize the Inspire 1 to aid farmers and 

ranchers in making this process significantly faster, saving both time and money

for them. 

 Factory Inspections (both internal and external) 

Similar to tower and bridge inspections, we plan to use the Inspire 1 to conduct 

inspections within and outside of manufacturing facilities. By using the sensors on 

the DJI Inspire 1 ‘Vision Positioning System’, the UAV can perform precision 

hovering indoors even when GPS is unavailable. Otherwise dangerous and costly

inspections can be accomplished more safely and more cost effectively with use 

of our UAS. 

 Yacht Sales Photography and Videography 

VIA, Inc. anticipates developing significant interest in utilizing our UAS to 

capture video and photos for yacht sales on the coastal area of North Carolina. We 

will utilize the UAS to increase sales for the yacht broker community. Once 

again, these services will provide a more cost competitive and effective product 

and a significantly safer alternative when compared to the current utilization of 

airplanes and gas/turbine helicopters. 

 Police/Fire/Search and Rescue 

VIA, Inc. intends to offer our services on a voluntary and pro bono basis for local 

municipalities including but not limited to police and fire departments, as well as

search and rescue teams as requested. These services will increase safety 

associated with law enforcement and search and rescue. The services will be 

offered on a pro bono basis to the community. 
Our Safety and Operating Plan: 

Utilizing our UAS in a safe manner is of upmost importance. Safety will be the 

guiding principle of our operation, both with respect to the National Airspace 

System, as well as those on the ground including persons and property. 

Our Safety plan will start with complying with all Federal Aviation Regulations, 

as well as conducting audits of safety procedures set forth within VIA, Inc. to 

keep up to date with the safest practices. 

Our initial safety philosophy will be based on the premise of “Be Safe Before 

Takeoff”. We will complete preflight checklists as set forth by DJI, the UAS 

manufacturer, as well as conduct thorough post-flight inspections after each flight. 

(See the attached document for the complete checklist). We will also complete 

post-flight checklists and debriefs to constantly monitor our procedures and 

identify any changes that can be made, similar to those set forth on airline flight 

decks. 

 Maintenance and repair of our UAS will be conducted solely by the manufacturer 

(DJI) by its employees or designated technicians. With respect to safety, VIA, Inc.

believes the manufacturer holds higher maintenance capabilities.

VIA, Inc. will comply with the following FAA required items at all times when 

conducting commercial operations: 

1. All operations will remain outside Class A, B, C, D airspace.

2. Our operating system will be programmed before all flights to avoid airports so as

not to accidentally intrude into restricted airspace. The onboard system will not 

allow the Inspire 1 to fly into such airspace as this automatic safety feature is 

within the Inspire 1 and specifically designed by DJI. VIA, Inc. has been a 

participant in the FAA’s ‘Be4UFly’ program now in Beta testing and currently

utilizing v1.45.

3. Operations conducted by VIA, Inc. will always remain within visual line-of-sight 

of the UAS; never to exceed the limitations of our operator’s eyesight. We will 

limit the maximum range of the UAS to not exceed a single persons visual 

eyesight range. Utilizing the DJI developed software within the UAS will help to 

maintain this limit, not to exceed 300m. (.186 miles) 

4. Our UAS will never carry an implement not approved by the manufacturer and 

will never exceed a weight of 55 lb. as stated within this exemption.

5. All operations conducted by VIA, Inc. will be at an altitude of less than 400ft 

AGL, while the majority of our operations will be at an altitude less than 200ft 

AGL. The Inspire 1 has an automatic built in altitude limiter and will be set and 
checked by our operator prior to every flight operation as part of the pre-flight 

inspection.

6. VIA, Inc. will not conduct operations with a speed in excess of 27 knots. The 

Inspire 1 UAS has an automatic built in speed limiter designed by DJI that will be 

set and checked prior to every flight by the operator as part of the pre-flight 

inspection checklist. 

7. All operations will be conducted in Day VFR conditions. Minimum flight 

visibility for all operation will be 5 miles. Minimum cloud ceilings will be 2000ft.

OVC (overcast) or BKN (broken). 

8. All operations will be conducted away from densely populated areas. VIA, Inc.

will work with local officials to make sure any required local documents or 

permits are attained prior to each flight. 

9. Prior to each flight our operator will conduct a safety audit of the area to be 

flown. An assessment will be made with regards to persons, property, and 

weather. This assessment will allow our operator to determine whether a safe 

operation and outcome can be expected. 

10. Our operation will utilize a single, dual-band transceiver and will maintain a 

“listening watch” of airspace surrounding the operations. (Example, we will 

monitor both local frequency 122.8 as well as maintain watch of emergency

frequency 121.5.) Our operator will also make traffic advisories of our operation 

location and maximum altitudes prior to all flights utilizing the UAS. 

11. Prior to operating under this exemption, our operator will obtain a Certificate of 

Waiver or Authorization (COA) from the FAA Air Traffic Organization. 

12. Areas of operation are attached at the bottom of this document. Part of the 

addendum section. 

The current regulations that we seek exemption from are as follows: 

A. 14 CFR Part 21 (h) Airworthiness Certification 

Under this part we seek exemption to apply for and maintain airworthiness certification 

for our UAS. Model and serial number of our UAS will be provided within. 

B. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart A: Airworthiness 91.7 (a) Civil Aircraft Airworthiness 

Under this part, “no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in airworthy

condition.” 

 We seek exemption from this part, as we will keep our UAS in a safe, reliable, 

and airworthy condition, it may not meet all standards as set for by this part of the 

FAR’s. Our operator will assume all responsibility for determining that the UAS 

is in a condition safe for flight, as well as a condition that will not harm other 
people or property. This will be accomplished using specific guidelines from the 

manufacture, DJI, as well as following any guidance set for routine maintenance. 

C. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart C: 91.203: Certifications Required 

Under this part, (a) no person may operate an aircraft unless it has within it the following; 

an appropriate and current airworthiness certificate. This part also includes regulations 

regarding the use of fuel tanks, which do not apply. 

 We seek exemption from this part as an airworthiness certificate does not apply to 

our specific UAS. 

D. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.119 Minimum Safe Altitude 

Under this part, (a) no person may operate an aircraft below an altitude allowing, if 

power fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard. (c) over other than congested 

areas an altitude below 500ft AGL.

 We seek exemption from this part due to the nature of the operation, as well as the 

safety procedures set forth will have little to no risk of damaging any person or 

structure. 

E. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.121 (a)(1) Altimeter Setting 

 This section pertains to setting an altimeter setting below 18000ft to a reported 

altimeter reporting station setting. 

 We seek expedition from this part as our UAS has no way of setting an alternate 

altimeter setting. With a built-in barometer, the Inspire 1 uses real-time data to 

determine altitude each flight. Operating less than 400ft AGL, we feel our UAS 

will have little to no impact on other participating aircraft. Also, with flights not 

to exceed 16 minutes (22 minute battery, and landing at 30% battery remaining) 

our UAS will not need to recalibrate its altimeter while in flight. 

F. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.151 Fuel Required for VFR flight 

 This section contains requirements for fuel in VFR flight for combustion engines. 

 We seek exemption from this part as our UAS operates off of battery power only. 

We feel our operations will not compromise safety to either the operator or 

property as we have set forth a procedure to land our UAS when the battery level 

reaches 30%, or approximately 6 minutes flight time remaining. The Inspire 1 has 

built in battery telemetry that feeds information real time to the operator and an 

alarm notifies the operator of minimum battery level remaining. (See attached 

manual for more information) 
G. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart E; 91.405 Maintenance Required 

 This section contains requirements for the operator to maintain and have 

inspected the aircraft in accordance with Part 43 of the CFR. Under this section it 

is required to keep maintenance logbooks with the aircraft. It also requires the 

aircraft to contain placards of the inoperative equipment. 

 We seek exemption from this part as our UAS will not be operating with 

inoperative equipment and is too small to carry logbooks. We also seek 

exemption due to no certified maintenance technicians will work on the UAS. 

Under this exemption August Aerial will be completing pre-flight and post-flight 

inspections, and any required maintenance or repairs will be completed by the 

manufacturer, DJI, or one of its certified technicians. 

H. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart E; 91.407 Operation After Maintenance 

 This part requires an aircraft that has undergone repair, rebuilding, alterations, or 

general maintenance to be approved by an authorized person required by CFR 

43.9 and CFR 43.11. 

 We seek exemption from this part as these inspections do not pertain to our 

operation of the UAS. The operator will be responsible for determining the 

airworthiness of the UAS prior to each flight. After maintenance provided by the 

manufacturer, the operator will complete test flights before any operation in the 

vicinity of persons or property to assure all systems are functioning normally. 

I. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart E; 91.409 Inspections 

 This section provides details of the required inspection on an aircraft. No person 

will operate an aircraft unless in the preceding 12 months has had (1) an annual 

inspection (2) an issuance of an airworthiness certificate.

 We seek exemption from this part as the inspection and airworthiness certificate 

to not apply to our UAS. Our operator will be responsible for the inspection and 

airworthiness determination prior to each flight and will have the UAS repaired 

by the manufacturer or one of its certified technicians, if the UAS is found to be 

in a state other than intended but the manufacturer. 

J. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart E; 91.417 Maintenance Records 

 This section requires the owner/operator to complete and retain a list of all 

records pertaining to the work preformed, the date of completion, the signature of 

the inspector, and all work preformed on the aircraft. 

 We seek exemption from this part as the inspections and technician work will not 

apply. Our operator will be responsible for determining the airworthiness of the 
UAS prior to each flight and will not operate the UAS in any condition other than 

intended by the manufacturer. The operator will keep records of all work 

completed by the maintenance facility. 

K. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.103 Preflight Action 

 This section requires each pilot prior to flight will become familiar will all 

available information pertaining to that flight including runway lengths, flight 

information, weather, etc. For any flight, runway lengths at airports of intended 

use, and the following takeoff and landing distance information include; all 

applicable information relating to aircraft performance, airport elevation, runway

slope, aircraft gross weight, wind and temperature. 

 We seek exemption from this part as our operator, while utilizing all available 

information for the safe operation of the UAS, will not have the above 

information available for most flights. The operator will use good judgement and 

all resources available to ascertain the information necessary for the safe 

operation of the UAS. A preflight inspection will be accomplished according to 

the manufactures instructions prior to each flight. 

L. 14 CFR Part 91 Subpart B; 91.105 Flight Crew members Stations 

 This section pertains to the required crew members being at their stations during 

all phases of flight, and requires the use of seat belts and shoulder harnesses. 

 We seek exemption from this section as it pertains to aircraft with flight crew 

member stations. Our UAS does not have such stations. 

M. 14CFR Part 91Subpart B; 91.9 Placement of Manual 

 This part states no aircraft may operate without a manual onboard the aircraft. 

 Our UAS is not large enough to carry such operating manual. We will however 

carry a current manufacturer manual in the UAS carrying case along with the 

operator on all flights. 

N. 14 CFR Part 45.23 

 Under this part, it is required that each operator must display on that aircraft 

marks consisting of the Roman capital N followed by the registration number of 

the aircraft. 

 Our UAS is too small to attach the “N” number. We seek exemption from this 

part as we will be attaching the registration or serial number as required on the 

UAS. 
VIA, Inc. and its owners are committed to a “Safety First” atmosphere. We are 

committed to conducting our operation in accordance with all Federal Aviation 

Regulations and maintaining a safety margin of at least those regulations while striving to 

exceed expectations set forth by the FAA. We are confident we can approach our 

operations with safety while adding significant benefits to our community both through 

private and civil services. 

VIA, Inc. is prepared to respond to any concerns and look forward to working with you 

on this important exemption. Please contact us with any other questions or concerns. 

Sincerely yours, 

G J Guthrie Nicholson, III

President, VIA, Inc.
Addendums: 

DJI Inspire 1 - Specifications 

Features 

 Advanced Ready-to-Fly Design 

 Powerful Propulsion System 

 Aerodynamic Transforming Design 

 Modular, Upgradeable System 

 New Camera and Gimbal System 

 Live HD View 

 Create Together 

 Capability to Fly Indoors and Without GPS using Vision Positioning System 

 Intelligent Power 

 Management System 

 Full-Featured App 

 Dedicated Controls 

 A Complete Ready-To-Fly System 

DJI - Remote Controller(s)

 ▪ Operating Frequency 

 922.7 ~ 927.7 MHz (Japan Only) 5.725 ~ 5.825 GHz

 2.400 ~ 2.483 GHz 
 ▪ Transmitting Distance (outdoor and unobstructed: 2 km EIRP 

10dBm@900M 13dBm@5.8G 20dBm@2.4G 

 Output Power: 9W 

Battery: 6000mAh Lithium Polymer 2S 

 Max Mobile Device Width:170mm 

Camera 

 Total Pixels: 12.76M 

 Effective Pixels: 12.4M 

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

 Image Max Size: 4000×3000 

 Lens: 9 Elements in 9 groups ,Anti-distortion 

Gimbal 

 Model: ZENMUSE X3 

 Output Power (with camera):Static:9 W; In Motion:11 W

 Angular Vibration Range:±0.03° 

 Controllable Range: Pitch:-90° ~ +30°;Pan:±320° 

 Mechanical Range: Pitch:-125° ~ +45°;Pan: ±330° 

 Max Controllable Speed:Pitch:120°/S; Pan: 180°/s 

Weight

2935g (Battery Included)

Takeoff Weight

3400g

Hovering Accuracy 

(GPS mode) Vertical: 0.5m; Horizontal: 2.5m Max Angular Velocity 

Pitch:300°/s;Yaw:150°/s

Max Tilt Angle

35°

Max Ascent/Descent Speed

5/4 m/s
Max Speed

22m/s (ATTI mode, no wind) 

Max Flight Altitude 

4500m

Max Wind Speed Resistance 

10m/s

Operating Temperature Range 

-10°~40°C

Max Flight Time 

Approximately 18 minutes Indoor Hovering

Enabled by default 

Checklists: 

Preflight Checklist:
FlySmart andSafe

LEDandInspire Reference Guide

COMPLETECONTROLLERSTEPSFIRST

Power on Inspire1

Ensure link to Controller

Transform to landingmode

Power off Inspire 1

Attach and lock Camera and Gimbal

Insert Camera Cardand format

Power on Inspire1

Ensure Link to Controller

Firmware up to date

BatteryCharged

CalibrateCompassif needed

Inspire placed in safe launch area

Propellers Tight and Locks applied

Area Clear of people

P Inspire 1re-Flight

Attach iPador iPhone

Firmware up to date

Batterycharged

Antennas Aligned Vertically

Identify Master/Slave

Device hood attached

Strong satellite connections

P-GPSor P-OPTI or P-ATTI mode

Controller

Flight

Post-Flight

Warn bystanders of take off

Safe toFlyonPilot App Confirmed

Initiate launchsequence

Hover for 20 seconds

Inspect Inspire1 for defects

Confirm all movement directions

Confirm battery level

Monitor signal strength

Keep line of sight

Warn bystanders of landing

Landingzone clear andsafe

Init landing sequence or RTH

Allow rotors to complete stop

Stop recording

Power down Inspire 1

Remove Rotors

Remove Camera and Gimbal

Power on Inspire 1

Transform to travel mode

Power off Inspire 1

Inspire 1

COMPLETEINSPIRE1 CHECKLISTFIRST

Power off controllers

Remove iPad or iPhone from cradle

Fold cradle

Stow antennas

Controller

P-GPS: GPSandVisionPos=true,GPSpos

=true

P-OPTI: VisionPos=true,GPS=false.

VisionPositioning only for hovering

P-ATTI: GPS=false,VisionPos=false

barometer only to pos. Alti onlycontrol

A-mode(Attitude): aircraft using only its

barometer to position. Only altitude

controlled. RTHstill functions if GPS

available.

For SafeOperationof DJI Inspire 1

Leave launcharea asyoufoundit
Resume of PIC PILOT IN COMMAND 

Patrick J. Fox

336-287-1633 • Patrickfox102892@gmail.com

EDUCATION EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY 

Daytona Beach, FL

Bachelor of Science in Unmanned Aircraft Systems

May 2015

Minor in Human Factors Sciences

Dean’s List, Honor Roll Fall 2014 

RELEVANT

COURSEWORK Unmanned Aircraft systems Commercial Pilot Operations

Unmanned Sensing Systems Robotic Technology in Unmanned Systems

UAS Flight Simulation Operational and Industrial Aspects of UAS

TRAINING Currently enrolled in flight training for Private Pilot license at Ra-Tech Aviation 

in Mt. Airy, NC

8 years experience building/flying R/C models – Giant scale gassers, electrics, 

multirotors and FPV

Solid understanding of Cleanflight Configurator, 32 bit flight controllers and 

building FPV systems

Piccolo Command Center (PCC) training as well as AGIG University training 

completion 

Approximately 50 hours flight time on the Neany Inc. Arrow UAV through PCC

40 hours Medium Altitude, Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aircraft 

Simulator

WORK 

EXPERIENCE NEANY INC.

Hollywood, MD
Air Vehicle Pilot

June 2015 – August 2015

 Pilot Arrow UAV through the use of Piccolo Command Center from 

Ground Control Station

 Responsible for preflight, launch, in mission control, emergency 

manual control and recovery

 Interim Secret Clearance

EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY 

Daytona Beach, FL

Advanced Flight Simulation Dispatcher

Sept 2012 – June 2015

 Scheduling of FAA certified flight training devices using Talon ETA 

web-based management system

 Resource management and direct interaction with flight crews

B/E AEROSPACE

Winston-Salem, NC

Global Operations Team Intern

Summer 2013

 Construct research paper on hydraulic fracking/natural gas drilling

 Construct long term research paper analyzing/promoting the UAV 

industry and civilian applications of UAVs

B/E AEROSPACE

Winston-Salem, NC

Global Operations Team Intern

Summer 2012

 Developed procedure and policy manuals with Director of Facilities 

and Health/Safety Management

 Involvement in building new corporate headquarters and project 

documentation as well as project accounting (check requests/purchase 

orders/book keeping)

 Involvement in design and initial build of new Experimental Design 

Lab to house a 16 G Crash sled for testing of commercial aircraft seats

SKILLS Radio Control Flight - 8 years experience flying 3D R/C aerobatics (giant 

scale), Multi rotors (FPV quad)
Electric and gas R/C systems – Small engine/motor troubleshooting, repair, 

setup/tuning and operation

Soldering – Experience in electric circuit construction, Arduino-robots and 

small electronics repair

Mechanical – Understanding of automotive maintenance and operation. Custom 

OHV modifications (swapped engines and drive train)

Computer – Cleanflight, Piccolo Command Center, Python, Arduino, Microsoft 

Office

ACTIVITIES EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY

Daytona Beach, FL

 Remote Control Aircraft club (R/C Club) 

2011 - 2012

 Unmanned Aircraft Systems Tech Club (UAS Tech Club)

2013 - 2015

 Trap and Skeet Team at ERAU

2013 - 2014

 Sport, Compact and Import Club (SCIC) 

2014 - 2015
‘Nick’ Nicholson, founder of VIA, Inc., graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 1974 

with a BA in English. After working in residential real estate in New England for several years, 

he moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1979. Always intrigued with photography, he initially worked 

for a photographic portrait company based in Marietta, Georgia. While there he read a random 

article about two women in New Jersey who had created a successful photographic inventory 

business. Their model led him to develop his first company, Video Inventory Associates, Inc. 

offering him the opportunity to marry their idea with the then novel VHS technology. The idea 

was initially successful but not particularly challenging or rewarding. With a background in real 

estate and having found a medium that satisfied his creative bent, he approached the chief 

engineer for the Dallas based developer, Trammel Crow hoping to marry the new technology 

with their, then nascent project, The Galleria complex located at the junction of Interstate 285 

and Cobb Parkway in Atlanta. After shooting the project from three different angles on a weekly 

basis for several months, they requested that the raw footage be edited. Once again, thankfully 

and coincidentally, VHS editing was just being offered for the first time by Panasonic. VIA, Inc. 

was born of Trammel Crow’s needs. By focusing primarily on corporate television production 

and post-production, the Company has successfully carved a niche in the marketplace. Since that 

modest beginning in 1980, the Company has served local, regional, national and international 

firms including construction, law, manufacturing, aerospace, mining, agriculture and healthcare 

ranging from the Instant Replay Team for the Atlanta Falcons to NASA’s Deep Space Goldstone 

Facility in California. Now, after over 30 years in business VIA stands ready to assist our clients 

with all their video requirements. Please reference our website for further information on our 

services at www.viavideo.tv

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