US Department of Transportation 

UAS FAA Exemption Request 

Craig Byrom 

21234 Branford Hills Lane 

Katy, Texas 77 450 

512-731-4341 

cbyrom1@gmail.com 

All following request and subject matter is regarding a DJI S1000 Octocopter, a 

professional aerial cinematography platform owned by Craig Byrom. UAS system 

specifications are attached in package along with photos. 

Request for exemption of air worthiness certification form FAA. Due to the size, 

manufacturing process and assembly by DJI trained technician in the US at UAVdirect 

LLC., Liberty Hill, TX and the lack of flamables or person on board along with built in 

safety features such as auto land to point of takeoff in the event that communication is 

lost and the ability to stay in flight in the event a single motor is lost. Not to mention that 

the use of this system will be in a closed commercial, TV, Motion, Picture or private 

property environment. Line of sight, under 400 feet. 

These exemption requests are similar to Grant ofExemption No. 11062 and would like 

for you to take that in to consideration please. 

Request for exemption from, 

14 CFR §§ 61.113(a) and (b); 91.119(c); 91.121; 91.151(a); 91.405(a); 91.407(a)(l); 

91.409(a)(1) and (2); and 91.417(a) and (b) to the extent necessary to allow Craig Byrom 

with pilot to operate UAS for the purpose of scripted, closed-set filming for the motion 

picture and television industry. Extend these exemptions to flight over personal property 

for mapping purposes of said property ; home, farm or ranch at the request of the 

property owner. All line of sight with a ceiling under 400 feet and a spotter. 

Allowing these exemption will increase the safety to the public and individuals working 

on set along with material equipment in its proximity due to the nature of the UAS and 

how it operates. No fuel or flammable liquids or solids will be flown overhead or be 

stored on the ground, because none is needed like there is in manned flight. 

Awarding these exemptions would also allow me to perform much needed and wanted 

mapping of farm and ranch land for property owners to better understand their land and 

what areas need more attention. 

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I will also be offering my services to law enforcement in the small towns I grew up in for 

search and rescue knowing that typically they do not have the budget to own or have a 

UAS on hand to do search and rescue. About 5 years ago a friend of mine came up 

missing on his family ranch land just outside of Devine, Texas and they did not find his 

body until about 3 weeks later being that the ranch was so big. I hope I may help 

someone else not have to go through the same thing his mother Molly Sue had to go 

through. 

My history, work and personal is 20 + years in the film business. I do physical full scale 

Special Effects, I carry my State of Texas Pyro license and my ATF explosives license. I 

grew up ranching and love the outdoors and flying along with my UAS flying. I have 

been flying RC for approximately 14 years. Have been flying my Unmanned Aerial 

Systems for one and a half years and have hundreds of hours on them all. I am currently 

in flight school at West Houston Airport in the hopes that I can pilot this UAS when I 

receive my credentials instead of hiring a pilot to fly. But in the mean time I have a pilot 

to hire with amazing credentials. 

Attached is a copy of the application I just submitted to register this vehicle with the 

FAA. 

UAS S 1000 specifications and photos. 

Thank. you 

Craig Byrom 
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6S LiPo 

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SlOOO User Manual Version: 

SlOOO ESC Firmware Version: 

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S 1 000 Overview 

1. Safe and stable 

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(1) The S1000 's V type mixer design provides large amounts of propulsion while improving power efficiency. 

Combined with a DJI flight controllers like the A2, it is guaranteed to remain stable even with the loss of a 

rotor. 

(2) Integrated into the center frame is a power distribution system using our patented coaxial cable connector. It 

is more efficient, reliable and easy to install and eliminates the need for soldering. Its main power cord uses an 

AS150 sparkproof plug and an XT150 plug, preventing creators from mixing up polarity when plugging in the 

battery and preventing short circuits. 

(3) All frame arms as well as the retractable landing gear are made from carbon fiber, ensuring light weight and 

high structural stability. 

2. Professional octocopter 

(1) Weighing approximately 4kg with a maximum takeoff weight of about 11kg, the S1000 can easily carry 

equipment as heavy as a 5D mark 3. Used with a 6S 15000mAh battery it can fly for up to 15 minutes. 

(2) The gimbal is mounted low on the frame on a specially designed bracket. When combined with our 

retractable landing gear, it offers a clear and wide shooting angle. 

(3) Gimbal and battery are mounted to the same bracket, with dampers placed between the bracket and the 

frame. This significantly reduces high-frequency vibrations and makes shots clearer and sharper. The battery 

tray's position also makes it more stable and convenient for mounting and dismounting. 

(4) Supports all Zenmuse Z15 gimbal systems. 

(5) Optimized for A2 wiring and installation, connecting an A2 flight controller and setting flight parameters is 

easy. The A2's antenna is kept away from any carbon fiber or metal, ensuring a better signal. 

3. Portable and easy to use 

(1) All eight arms can be completely folded down and the 1552 folding propeller can be tucked away, minimizing 

the S1000 's size for transportation. 

(2) To fly, simply lift the frame arms up, lock them in place with the red clips and power up the system. This 

greatly saves on pre-flight prep time. 

(3) On the center frame there are 3 XT60 power sockets and 8 positions reserved for equipment installation, 

making installs easier and tidier. 

4. Easy to control and fly 

(1) Each frame arm is designed with an 8 o introversive and a 3 o inclination, making the aircraft more stable when 

rolling and pitching and more flexible when rotating. 

(2) Each frame arm has a built-in 40A electronic speed controller (ESC). When combined with its 4114 pro motor 

and high performance 1552 folding propellers, it is capable of a maximum thrust of 2.5Kg. 

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Base, Servos) 

Landing Gear Size 

Stator Size 

KV 

Max Power 

Weight(With Cooling Fan) 

Working Current 

Working Voltage 

Signal Frequency 

Drive PWM Frequency 

Weight(With Radiators) 

Material 

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1045mm 

386mm 

325g 

337.5mm 

1330g 

460mm (Length) x511 mm (Width) x305mm (Height), (Top width: 155 mm) 

41x14mm 

400rpmN 

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION -· 

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION-MIKE MDNRDNEY AERONAUTICAL CENTER 

AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION APPLICATION 

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REGISTRATION NUMBER 

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TYPE OF REGISTRATION (Check One box) 

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FORM APPROVED 

OMB No. 2120-0042 

CERT: ISSUE DATE 

FOR FAA USE ONLY 

0 5. Government 

0 8. Non-Citizen Corporation 0 9. Non-Citizen Corporation Co-Owner 

NAME OR APPLICANT (Person(s) shown on evidence of ownership. If individual, give last name, first name, and middle initial.) 

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TELEP_HONE NUMBER: ( Sz'-.1 1-SJ- 'i3tt/ 

ADDRESS (Permanent mailing address "for first applicant on list) (If P.O. Box is used, physical address must also be shown.) 

Number and street: Ol.J~3JI B r AV\J:n r J 1-t..illc; L .41\P 

Rural Route: P.O. Box: 

CITY STATE ZIP CODE 

K.~i--y Te2e Pw-S -:[.1-l/5() - 0 CHECK HERE IF YOU ARE ONLY REPORTING A CHANGE OF ADDRESS 

ATTENTION! Read the following statement before signing this application. 

This portion MUST be completed. 

A false or dishonest answer to any question in this application may be grounds for punishment by fine andior imprisonment 

(U.S. Code, Title 18, Sec. 1 001 ). 

CERTIFICATION -

1/WE CERTIFY: 

(1) That the above aircraft is owned by the undersigned applicant, who is a citizen (including corporations) 

ofthe United States. 

(For voting trust, give name of trustee: ), or: 

CHECK ONE AS APPROPRIATE: 

a. O A resident alien, with alien registration (Form 1-151 or Form 1-551) No. 

b. 0 A non-citizen corporation organized and doing business under the laws of (state) 

and said aircraft is based and primarily used in the United States. Records or flight hours are available for 

inspection at 

(2) That the aircraft is not registered under the laws of any foreign country; and 

(3) That legal evidence of ownership is attached or has been filed with the Federal Aviation Administration . 

. 

NOTE: If executed for co-ownership all applicants must sign. Use reverse side if necessary. 

TYPE OR PRINT NAME BELOW SIGNATURE 

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NOTE Pending receipt of the Certificate of Aircraft Registration, the aircraft may be operated for a period not in excess of 90 

days, during which time the PINK copy of this application must be carried in the aircraft. 

AC Form 8050-1 (5/12) (NSN 0052-00-628-goo?) 
Craig D. Byrom -- Pilot c 

21234 Branford Hills Lane i D \J~ \../ 

Katy, Texas 77 450 l ( 

Aircraft being registered is a DJI S1000 UAV Octocopter with a DJl A2 

GPS Flight control system. There are photos and Aircraft specifications 

included in package. 

The aircraft does not come with a factory serial number, but the hand 

engraved serial number is; CB14. 

Attached is the bill of sale to myself (Craig D. Byrom) from UAV Direct, 

a DJI distributor located at 14365 West State HWY 29, Liberty Hill, 

Texas 78642. 

This aircraft was built and test flown for airworthiness by a UAV Direct 

technician who is also a pilot and aircraft mechanic. 

Contact info for UAV Direct is 855-788-6363 Jake Lahman 

Their parent company Is Maxsur LLC. 

The DJI S1000 is designed to maintain safe flight in the event that one of 

the 8 motors is lost. 

It is also programed to land itself at its takeoff point in the event 

communication is lost with its ground station. 

My intentions for use are aerial photography in the controlled 

environment of the Television/ Film Industry along with the Farm and 

Ranch community. 

My area of operation will be line of sight with the utilization of a 

spotter and a ceiling of less than 400 feet. 

My experience and back ground : 

I have been a RC/ UAV pilot for 13 years as an enthusiast. 

My profession; 

20 years in the Film industry as a Special Effects Technician and a 

rancher all my life. 

I am currently in flight school at West Houston Airport for my private 

pilots license to broaden my flying knowledge, skills and experience. 

I will use this aircraft registration to send in with my letter of 

exemption for the commercial use of this UAS in NAS in the United 

States. 

Thank you 

Craig Byrom 

512-731-4341 
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