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**Reinaldo I. Gutierrez ,**  **SkyDrone Services LLC .,**  **Weston FL** 
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**Section 333 Exemption Petition** May 18 , 2015 U. S. Department of Transportation Docket Management Sy stem 1200 New Jersey

Ave, SE Washington, DC 20590 Re: Exemption Request Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act of the Federal Aviation Regulations from 14 C.F.R. 45.23(b); 14 C.F.R. Part 21; 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a)&(b); 91.7(a); 91.9(b) (2); 91.103(b); 91.109; 119.121; 91.151(a); 91.203(a)&(b); 91.405(a); 91.407(a) (1); 91.409(a) (2); 91.417(a)&(b) Dear Sir or Madam, I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez dba “ SkyDrone Services LLC .”, am writing pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and the procedures contained within 14 C.F.R. 11, to request that I, Reinald o I. Gutierrez , an owner and operator of small unmanned aircraft, be exempted from the Federal Aviation Regulations (“FARs”) listed below so that I , Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , may

operate my

unmanned aircraft s ys tem (“UAS”) commercially in airspace regulated b y the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”). As described herein I, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , an insured member of the AMA (Academ y of Model Aeronautics) am experienced in fl yi ng hobby helicopters/planes for recreational purposes. Currently using a Phantom 2 Vision+ Quadcopter 1 currentl y registered under N826P identification number issue by FAA Certificate of registration, w ith intent for aerial videograph y/ cinematography to enhance academic community awareness for individuals and companies unfamiliar with the geographical layout of the South Florida area, and augment real estate listing videos; following exemption and approval by the FAA. Thereby enhancing their academic research experience for the SoFlo Area. I have flown RC He licopters/Planes for over six (20 ) years without incident. Committed to safety with each flight. M y exemption request would permit operation of ultra light weight, UAS(s) in tightly controlled and limited airspace. 2 Predetermined in areas away from general public, airports, heliports and vehicular traffic for community

videos, and within property boundaries for individual homeowner real estate listing videos/photos. Currently , unmonitored amateur hobbyists with no safety plan or controls in place to prevent catastrophe legall y operate similar lightweight, remote controlled UAS’s
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**______________________________________________________** 1 Appendix A

– Phanton 2 Vision+ Operator Manual 2 Appendix B

– Miami
- Dade

— South Florida area VFR radius mapsReinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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2 I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez, have personally instilled safety protocols and controls 3 to avoid and prevent public hazard, as well as manned aircraft hazards/catastrophe. This will act to further safety protocols exclusive to lightweight UAS's specific to real estate video and photography usage as I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , record flight data and other information gained through permitted flight operations to share with the FAA through an y required FAA reports to assist with future protocol and safety regulation. Granting m y request comports with the S ecretary of Transportation’s (FAA Administrator’s) responsibilities and authority to not only

integrate UAS's into the national airspace s ys tem, but to “...establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft s ys tems [UAS's] in the national airsp ace sy stem” under Section 333(c) of the Reform Act specific to the use of UAS's for Cinematograph y/Photo purposes. Further I, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , will conduct my operations in compliance with the protocols described herein or as otherwise established by the FAA. For the reasons stated below I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , respectfull y request the grant of an exemption allowing me to operate ultra lightweight, remote controlled UAS’s for academic community

awareness to benefit/stimulate attraction to the South Florida area and to enhance real estate listing videos for homeowners who cannot afford expensive manned aircraft for the same purpose. Both of which will promote local economic growth through increased employ ment and increased tax base. Both with public safety in mind by keeping heavier manned aircraft containing combustible fuel that that poses potential public hazard. **Name and Address of the Petitioner** Reinaldo I . Gutierrez dba “ SkyDrone Services LCC. ” 19164 N. Hibiscus St. Weston, FL33332 Mobile: (3 05) 342
- 2021 Email: reigutierrez@hotmail.com **Regulations Petitioner Petitions for Exemption, If Such Regulations Apply to SUA Vs**  14 CFR Part 21 14 C.F.R. 91.109 14 CFR 91.405 (a) 14 C.F.R. 45.23(b) 4 C.F. R. 91.119 14 CFR 407 (a) (1) 14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b) 14 C.F.R. 91.121 14 CFR 409 (a) (2) 14 C.F.R. 91.7 (a) 14 CFR 91.151 (a) 14 CFR 417 (a) & (b) 14 CFR 91.9 (b) (2) 1 4 CFR 91.203 (a) & (b) 14 C.F.R. 91.103

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- Personal Protocols and ControlsReinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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3 **The Extent of relief sought and the Reason He Seeks Such Relief:** I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , submit this application in accordance with the Reform Act, 112 P.L
. 95 §§ 331 - 334, seeking relief from an y currently applicable FARs operating to prevent me, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , to pursue commercial
-- cinematic, academic and other flight operations within the national airspace s ys tem. The Reform Act in Section 332 provides for such integration of civil unmanned aircraft sy stems into our national airspace s ys t em as it is in the public’s interest to do so. My , Reinaldo I . Gutierrez ’, ultra light weight UAS meets the definition of “small unmanned aircraft” as defined in Section 331 and therefore the integration of my ultra light weight UAS is expressly contemplat ed b y the Reform Act. I would like to operate m y ultra lightweight UAS prior to the time period by which the Reform Act requires the FAA to promulgate rules governing such craft. Thereb y, providing direct experience and valuable information for formal regu lation that can be administered uniforml y to all real estate related UAS aerial video and photograph y. The Reform Act guides the Secretary in determining the ty pes of UAS's that may

operate safel y in our national airspace s ys tem. Considerations include: Th e weight, size, speed and overall capabilities of the UAS's; Whether the UAS will be operated near airports or heavily

populated areas; and, Whether the UAS will be operated by line of sight. 112 P.L . 95 § 333 (a). Each of these items reflect in favor of an exemption for me, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez . My

UAS utilizes four (4) counter
- rotating propellers for balance, control and stability
. My UAS is equipped with GPS and auto return safety technology . Weighing less than ten (10) pounds (far below the maximum 55 pound limit); including camera with gimbal. I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , consider safety as foremost with each flight. My small
- unmanned aircraft is designed to hover in place via GPS and operate in less than a 24 knot (15 mph) wind. For safety, stability an d fear of financial loss Iwill not fl y in winds exceeding 16 kph (10 mph). Built in safety sy stems include a GPS mode that allows my UAS to hover in place when radio control inputs are released. With three modes to choose from, I utilize the Smart Mode 4 for aerial videography /photography . This is the safest, most reliable and stable mode to prevent accident and hazard. When pilot communication is lost UAS is designed slowl y descend to point of take off. I do not operate m y UAS near airports, Hospitals nor Police heliports, and do not operate near areas where general public is within fifty to one hundred (50
- 100) yards depending on location, conditions and weather. I am constantly on alert for any manned aircraft (Police/Medical helicopters, etc.) and prepared to land/abort immedi ately to the nearest and safest ground point should a manned aircraft approach m y location or I suspect manned aircraft may

approach near my

location. M y UAS is capable of vertical and horizontal operations, and are flown only withi n my

line of sight of me, as the remote control pilot. Utilizing battery

power rather than combustible fuels, flights generall y last between eighteen (18) to twenty (20) minutes, with an altitude under one hundred fifty (150) feet.

**_______________________ ____________**  4 Smart Mode includes GPS Geofence radius for operation, position hold, self
- leveling, altitude command, return home feature or land in the event of communication interruption between RC transmitter and UAS. See Appendix AReinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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4 4 Smart Mode include s GPS Geofence radius for operation, position hold, self
- leveling, altitude command, return home feature or land in the event of communication interruption between RC transmitter and UAS. See Appendix A I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , utilize a fresh fully char ged battery

with each flight as a safety precaution; full flight time limit for each battery is eighteen (18) to twenty (20) minutes as tested. I do not operate m y UAS at or below manufacturer recommended minimum charge levels for operation; preferring to remain well within a safe operating range to insure adequate communication between radio control and UAS to eliminate potential for crash, loss of control or hazard. Reserve batteries are at hand with each exercise to insure replacement for sufficient safe level of operation. I do not believe in taking risk that may cause a crash, that could create hazard to the public/property/manned aircraft. I have clocked over 3 00+ hours of hobby level flights for future commercial use to gain familiarization with the c haracteristics of this specific UAS's performance under different temperature and weather conditions. I also practice computerized simulated flights to maintain adequate skills and response reflex time. I , Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , am extremely

cautious when operating of m y UAS/ultra light weight unmanned aircraft and will not “create a hazard to users of the national airspace s ys tem or the public.” 112 P.L . 95 § 333 (b). Given the small size and weight of my UAS it falls well within Congress’s contemplated sa fety zone when it promulgated the Reform Act and the corresponding directive to integrate UAS's into the national airspace sy stem. The UAS, used in hobby flight, has a demonstrable safety record and does not pose any threat to the general public or nationa l security
. **How Reinaldo I. Gutierrez’**  **Request Will Benefit the General Public:** Aerial videograph y for geographical awareness and for real estate marketing has been around for a long time through manned fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. However, for small budget real estate companies and average homeowners the expense of such aerial videography is cost prohibitive. Only

large companies and high end Realtors or luxury homeowners can afford to absorb such expenses. Depriving non
- luxury homeowners and l ower budget Realtors from a valuable marketing tool. Manned aircraft pose a threat to the public through potential catastrophic crash that the community has experienced in the past with military , medical and news/tourism helicopter crashes within the south Florida Area . Each resulting in loss of life. Each with combustible fuel that exploded and burned on impact. Police helicopters have made emergency

hard landings within city limits. My

UAS pose no such threat since size and lack of combustible fuel allevi ates any potential threat to the public.

**___________________________________** 4 Smart Mode includes GPS Geofence radius for operation, position hold, self
- leveling, altitude command, return home feature or land in the event of communication interruption b etween RC transmitter and UAS. See Appendix AReinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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5 Congress has already proclaimed that it is in the public’s interest to integrate commerciall y flown UAS's into the national airspace s ys tem, hence the passing of the Reform Act. Granting my , Reinaldo I . Gutier

rez , exemption request furthers the public interest through academic/visual awareness of the geographical benefits in and around the South Florida area. My ultra lightweight UAS is battery powered and creates no emissions that can harm the environment. The consequence of my

ultra light weight UAS crashing is far less than a full size helicopter or fixed wing aircraft; which are heav y, contain combustible fuel and can cause catastrophic devastation to the public The public’s interest is furthered b y minimiz ing ecological and crash threat by permitting aerial video/photo capture through m y battery operated ultra lightweight UAS's. Permitting me, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , to immediately fl y within national air space furthers economic growth. Granting m y exemption request substantially furthers the economic impact for the South Florida community

for companies looking to relocate or build in the SoFlo area as well as individuals looking to relocate for career advancement through academic and geographical awareness. Both of which serve as a stimulus to the community
. **Reasons Why Reinaldo I. Gutierrez**  **’ Exemption Will Not Adversely Affect Safety And How The Exemption Will Provide a Level of Safety At Least Equal To Existing Rule:**  My , Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , exemption will not adversel y affect safety. Quite the contrary , for the reasons stated permitting me, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , to log more flight time in FAA controlled airspace, with communication with the FAA, will allow me to contribute to the innovation and implem entation of new and novel, as of yet undiscovered safety protocols for UAS Pilots that can be embraced for development in cooperation with the FAA. In addition I , Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , submit the following representations of enhancements to current aerial videography and photography :
 My UAS weighs less than 10 pounds complete with a small ultra light weight high camera  I onl y operate m y UAS below 200 feet (well within the 400 foot permissible ceiling set by the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012);  M y UAS onl y operate for 18
- 20 minutes per flight;  I land m y UAS prior to manufacturer recommended minimum level of battery power;  I pilot my

UAS through remote control only by line of sight;  My UAS has GPS a flight safet y feature whereb y i t hovers and then slowl y lands if communication with the remote control pilot is lost;  I activel y analyze flight data and other sources of information to constantly update and enhance safety protocols;  I onl y operate in reasonably safe environment that are strictl y controlled, are away from power lines, elevated lights, airports and activel y populated areas;Reinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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6  I conduct extensive pre
- flight inspections and protocol, during which safety carries primary

i mportance;  I alway s obtains all necessary permissions prior to operation; and,  I have procedures in place to abort flights in the event of safety breaches or potential danger. My , Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , safety protocols provide a level of safety equal t o or exceeding existing rules. It is important to note that absent the integration of commercial UAS into our national airspace s ys tem, helicopters are the primary means of aerial video and photography for community

awareness and real estate. While the saf ety record of such helicopters is remarkably astounding, there has been local incident involving loss of life as well as extensive property damage; it is far safer to operate a battery powered ultra light weight UAS.

 First, the potential loss of life is diminished because UAS's carry no people on board and only operated in specific areas away from mass populations.  Second, there is no fuel on board a UAS and thus the potential for fire or explosions is greatl y diminished.  Third, the small size and extrem e maneuverability of my UAS allow me to remotely pilot away from and avoid hazards quickl y and safel y.  Lastl y, given its small size and weight, even when close enough to capture amazing images, m y UAS need not be so close to the objects they are focused o n through the technology

and use of post editing software allowing pan and zoom. Accordingl y, m y UAS has been experimentall y operated for familiarization/competency and will continue to operate at and above current safety levels. **A Summary The FAA May Pu blish in the Federal Register:**  A. 14 C.F.R. 21 & 14 C.F.R. 91: Airworthiness Certificates, Manuals and The L ike. 14 C.F.R. 21, Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, sets forth requirements for procurement of necessary airworthiness certificates in relation to FAR § 91.203(a)(1). The size, weight and enclosed operational area of m y, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez ’, UAS permits exemption from Part 21 because m y UAS meets (and exceeds) an equivalent level of safety pursuant to Section 333 of the Reform Act. The FAA is authorized to exempt aircraft from the airworthiness certificate requirement under both the Act (49 U.S.C. § 44701 (f)) and Section 333 of the Reform Act. Both pieces of legislation permit the FAA to exempt UAS's from the airworthiness certific ate requirement in consideration of the weight, size, speed, maneuverability and proximity to areas such as airports and dense populations. My , Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , current and projected UAS's meet or exceed each of the elements.Reinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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7 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) prohibits the operation of an aircraft without an airworthiness certificate. As no such certificate will be applicable in the form contemplated by the FARs, this Regulation is inapplicable. 14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (b) (2) requires an aircraft flight manual in the air craft. As there are no on board pilots or passengers, and given the size of the UAS's, this Regulation is inapplicable. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved b y m aintaining a safety/ flight manual delineating areas of where safety can be defined. 5 The FAA has previousl y issued exemptions to this regulation in Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737, 8738, 9299, 9299A, 9565, 9565B, 10167, 10167A, 10602, 10700 and 32827. 14 C.F.R. § 91.121 regarding altimeter settings is inapplicable insofar as my UAS utilizes ele ctronic global positioning s ys tems with a barometric sensor. 14 C.F.R. § 91.203 (a) and (b) provides for the carrying of civil aircraft certifications and registrations. They

are inapplicable for the same reasons described above. The equivalent level of safety will be achieved by maintaining an y such required certif ications and registrations by me, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez
. **B. 14 C.F.R. § 45.23: Marking of The Aircraft.** Applicable Codes of Federal Regulation require aircraft to be marked according to certain specifications. M y UAS are, b y definition, unmanned. They th erefore do not have a cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which to mark certain words or phrases. Further, two
- inch lettering is difficult to place on such small aircraft with dimensions smaller that minimal lettering requirement. Regardless, I will mark it s UASs in the largest possible lettering b y placing the word “EXPERIMENTAL” on its fuselage as required by 14 C.F.R. §45.29 (f) so that I the pilot, or an yone assisting me as a spotter with the UAV will see the markings. The FAA has previousl y issued exemp tions to this regulation through Exemptions Nos. 8738, 10167, 10167A and 10700. **C. 14 C.F.R. § 61.113: Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations: PIC.** Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. §§ 61.113 (a) & (b), private pilots are limited to non
- commercial operations. I, R einaldo I. Gutierrez , can achieve an equivalent level of safety as achieved by current Regulations because my UAS does not carry

any pilots or passengers. Further, while helpful, a pilot license will not ensure remote control piloting skills. The risks att ended to the operation of m y UAS is far less than the risk levels inherent in the commercial activities outlined in 14 C.F.R. § 61, et seq. Thus, allowing me, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , to operate my UAS meet and exceed current safety levels in relation to 14 C.F.R. §61.113 (a) & (b).

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8 5 Appendix D
- Safety/Flight Manual **D. 14 C.F.R. 91.119: Minimum Safe Altitudes.** 14 C.F.R. § 91.119 prescribes safe altitudes for the operation of civil aircraft. It allows helicopters to be operated at lower altitudes in certain conditions. My UAS will never operate at an altitude greater than 200 AGL ; safel y below the standard of 400 AGL. I, Reinaldo I
. Gutierrez , will however operate m y UAS in safe areas away from public and traffic, providing a level of safety

at least equivalent to or below those in relation to minimum safe altitudes. Given the size, weight, maneuverability and spe ed of my UAS, an equivalent or higher level of safety will be achieved. **E. 14 C.F.R. 91.405 (a); 407 (a) (1); 409 (a) (2); 417(a) & (b): Maintenance Inspections.** The above
- cited Regulations require, amongst other things, aircraft owners and operators to “have [the] aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter. . . .” These Regulati ons only

apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. They will not, therefore, appl y to m y, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , UAS. However, as a safet y precaution I inspect my UAS before and after each flight. A Summary

The FAA May

Publish in the Federal Re gister: A. 14 C.F.R. 21 and 14 C.F.R. 91: Airworthiness Certificates, Manuals and The Like. 14 C.F.R. 21, Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, sets forth requirements for procurement of necessary airworthiness certificates in relation to FAR § 9 1.203(a)(1). The size, weight and enclosed operational area of my UAS permit exe mption from Part 21 because my , Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , UAS meets an equivalent level of sa fety pursuant to Section 333 of the Reform Act. The FAA is authorized to exempt aircra ft from the airworthiness certificate requirement under both the Act (49 U.S.C. § 44701 (f)) and Section 333 of the Reform Act. Both pieces of legislation permit the FAA to exempt UAS's from the airworthiness certificate requirement in consideration of the weight, size, speed, maneuverability and proximity to areas such as airports and dense populations. My UAS meets or exceeds each of the elements. 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) prohibits the operation of an aircraft without an airworthiness certificate. As no such certificate will be applicable in the form contemplated b y the FARs, this Regulation is inapplicable. 14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (b) (2) requires an aircraft flight manual in the aircraft. As there are no pilots or passengers, and given the size of the UAS's, this Regu lation is inapplicable. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved b y maintaining a manual. The FAA has previousl y issued exemptions to this regulation in Exemption Nos. 8607, 8737, 8738, 9299, 9299A, 9565, 9565B, 10167, maintenance program that involv es regular software updates and curative measures for any damaged hardware. Therefore, an equivalent level of safety will be achieved.Reinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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9 **In summary, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez**  **seeks an exemption from the following Regulations:** 14 C.F.R. 21, subpart H; 14 C.F.R . 45.23(b); 14 C.F.R. §§ 61.113 (a) & (b); 14 C.F.R. § 91.7 (a); 14 C.F.R. § 91.9 (b)(2); 14 C.F.R. § 91.103(b); 14 C.F.R. § 91.109; 14 C.F.R. § 91.119; 14 C.F.R. § 91.121; 14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a); 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.203(a) and (b); 14 C.F.R. § 91.405 (a); 14 C .F.R. § 91.407 (a)(1); 14 C.F.R. § 91.409 (a)(2); 14 C.F.R. § 91.409 (a ) (2); and, 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.417 (a) & (b) to commercially operate my

small unmanned vehicle/lightweight unmanned aircraft vehicle in community awareness, Cinematograph y, and to develop economic platforms for real estate to enhance the experience of those seeking t o relocate to the South Florida area. Currently , area awareness and real estate aerial videography /photograph y relies primarily on the use of larger aircraft running on combustible fuel. Posing potential risk to the public. Granting my request for exemption will reduce current risk levels and thereby enhance safety. My UAS craft does not contain potentially explosive fuel, is smaller, lighter and more maneuverable than conventio nal video and photographic aircraft with much less flight ti me. Further, I operate at lower altitudes and in controlled airspace eliminating potential public risk flying to and from established airfields . I, Reinaldo I. Gutierrez , have been informall y anal yz ing flight information and have compiled safety protocols and the implementation of a flight operations manual for UAS usage that exceeds currentl y accepted means and methods for safe flight. Formal collection of information shared with the FAA will enhance the FAA's internal efforts to establish protocols for compl yi ng with the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. There are no personnel on board my UAS and therefore the likelihood of death or serious bodily injury is significantl y diminished. Operat ion of my UAS, weighing less than 10 pounds and travelling at lower speeds within limited areas will provide an equivalent level of safety as that achieved under current FARs. Accordingly

I , Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , respectfully request that the FAA grant m y exemption request and am willing to cooperate in sharing information to benefit the FAA, safety of manned aircraft, and the general public at large. Respectfully

submitted, Reinaldo I . Gutierrez , SkyDrone Services LCC. 19164 N. Hibiscus St Weston, FL33 332Reinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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# Appendix A Phantom 2 Vision+ Operator Manual

http://www.dji.com/product/phantom
- 2 - vision
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# Appendix B South Florida
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# Appendix C Reinaldo I. Gutierrez Personal Protocols and Controls **Protocols and Controls** Aerial Community

and Real Estate Videos Safety for public on the ground as well as manned aircraft above is an essential and utmost consideration for aerial vide os and photograph y. As such, safety protocols and controls must be implemented through pre
- flight preparation and during flight. **Pre -**  **Flight Protocol:**

 Check batteries with voltage meter to insure full y charged and ready for use.  Inspect batteries for dam age or leakage that may affect proper operation.  Inspect propellers for cracks, chips or damage that may cause sudden loss of propulsion or unmanageable/uncontrolled flight.  Check weather forecasts for wind advisory or other conditions that my impact flight.  Consult five (5) mile radius map for airport vicinity
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 Contact respective airport to advise of estimated flight time, estimated flight duration, estimated elevation of f

light, and any

other pertinent information.  Inspect flight area for o vicinity of public safety

helipads/heliports o vicinity of medical helipads/heliports o vicinity of light poles o vicinity or utility wires o vicinity of trees o flocks of birds that may cause interference and potential flight impact  V icinity

of an y elevated obstructions that may pose potential flight hazard o vicinity of roadway s with moderate to heavy traffic that can be distracted o public gatherings that may attract viewers o option al point of control for best visual site of UAS while in flight  Takeoff and landing o inspect area for best and safest point of takeoff and landing o if in a subdivision or area that is within 150 feet of a residential street, post  W arning sign(s)/stand( s) "Attention Aerial Photography In Progress - Remain Back 150 Feet"Reinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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13 **Flight Protocol:**

 Takeoff and land from same location  Remain alert to birds, sound or aircraft, curious public, and approaching vehicles  Do not allow an yone to engage in conversation o r distract the remote control pilot  Restrict flight to minimal elevation sufficient to acquire desired results  Remain prepared for emergency landing at all times  Pay attention to flight time If possible set a timer as a safety alert  Land UAS and shut do wn propulsion immediately following landing **Protocols and Controls Post flight:**  1. Disconnect battery

to prevent accidental activation of propulsion sy stem 2. Secure UAS in a safe location 3. Remove all warning signs from public access areas **Emergency or Suspected Hazard:**

 Immediate land UAS at safest and closet ground location in the event o Manned aircraft is heard or seen in vicinity of flight o There is a public gathering within established safety boundary

wanting to observe  F light o Pilot is being distracted from focusing on flight and safety o Sudden change in weather (wind bursts) o Sudden increase in vehicular traffic in vicinity of flight o Birds enter into proximity of flight o Any sudden unsafe event that can cause collision, di straction or interruption of controlReinaldo I. Gutierrez, Weston, FL
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# Appendix D Reinaldo I. Gutierrez Safety/Flight Manual