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Drone/UAS Practice Group 35 E Wacker Drive Suite 1875 Chicago, IL 60601 Tel. 312.201.8310 Jeffrey@Antonelli

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U.S. Department of Transportation August 14, 2015 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 of 2012 and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations from Certain Provisions of 14 C.F.R.

Seiclone Surveys, Inc.

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, Antonelli Law files this petition for exemption on behalf of Seiclone Surveys

, Inc. (“ Seiclone ”) , an operator of Sma ll Unmanned Aircraft Systems (“ UA s ”) for the purpose of oil an d gas surveying . Specifically, petitioner seeks an exemption from the Federal Aviation Regulations (“FARs”) listed in Appendi x A to allow commercial operation of its UA , so long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined here in or as may be established by the FAA in a grant of this petition. This request is substantially similar to other data collection petitions previously approved, and should be considered under the expedited summary grant procedure.

Approval of the exemption for petitioner will allow commercial operation of the Trimble UX5 and UX5HP for the commercial purpose of oil and gas surveying in Class G airspace nationwide , or as otherwise prescribed by an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued COA

. T he Trimble UX5 family have been previously approved for commercial operations in the exemption grants listed in Section VII. The UA s covered by this petition are small battery

- powered craft

, weighing approximately 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg) , inclusive of battery and payload. Operation of the UA s under the strict conditions propos ed below will provide an equivalent level of safety, as Congress intended, while still allo wing commercial operations. Operations using these UA s are far safer than conventional op erat ions conducted with helicopters and fixed

- wing aircraft that weigh thousands of pounds

, carry highly flammable fuel, and operat e in close proximity to the ground, trees, infrastructure , and people.

Congress directed the FAA to consider seven factors in deciding whether to approv e Section 333 exemption petitions

- size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports, proximity to populated areas, and operation within visual line of sight . In this case, each factor support s the exemption r equest. In particular, the UA s are small, and will operate at slow speeds

### 3 Table of Contents I. Publishable Summary

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### II. Petitioner’s Contact Information

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### III

. Proposed Operations

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### A. The UA s

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B. The Crew

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C. Flight Conditio ns

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D. Flight Operations

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IV

. Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety

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### VI. Proposed Conditions of the Exemption

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### VI. Privacy

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### VII. Public Interest and Safety

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. Regulations from Which Exemption is Requested

................................ .............................. 13 Appendix A: FARs as to which Seiclone wishes the same determination to be made as has been made previously.

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### 4 Exhibit List

Exhibit 1 : UX5 User Guide................................ ..................... Submitted confidentially to the FAA Exhibit 2 : UX5 Maintenance Guide ....................................... Submitted confidentially to the FAA Exhibit 3 : UX5 Quick Start Guide .......................................... Submitted confidentially to the FAA Exhibit 4 : UX5 Safety Guide ................................ .................. Submitted confidentially to the FAA Exhibit 5 : UX5 Instructor Pilot Manual.................................. Submitted confidentially to the FAA Exhibit 6 : UX5 Aerial Imaging Instruction Card ................... Submitted confidentially to the FAA Exhibit 7 : UX5 ................................................................................................ .............................. 16 Exhibit 8: UX5 Data Sheet ................................

........................................................................... 22 Exhibit 9: UX5 White Paper ................................

......................................................................... 24 Exhibit 10 : UX5 HP

................................................................................................ ...................... 31 Exhibit 11: U X5 HP Data Sheet .........

. ......................................................................................... 36 Exhibit 1 2 : UX5 and UX5 HP Specifications............................................................................... 38

Exhibits 1 -6 have been submitted confidentially to the FAA and are not available to the public.

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I. Publishable Summary

Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 11, the following summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register, should it be determined that publication is needed:

Petitioner seeks an exemption from the following rules:

14 C.F.R 21(h); 14 C.F.R. 43.7; 14 C.F.R. 43.11; 14 C.F.R. 45.11; 14 C.F.R. 45.27; 14 C.F.R. 45.29; 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.9(b)(2); 14 C.F.R. 91.9(c); 14 C.F.R. 91.103(b)(2); 14 C.F.R. 91.105; 14 C.F.R. 91.109; 14 C. F.R. 91.113(b) ; 14 C.F.R. 91.119 (c); 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. 215; 14 C.F.R. 91.403; 14 C.F.R. 91.405 (a) ; 14 C.F.R. 91.407 (a)(1) ; 14 C.F. R. 409 (a)(1) and (2) ; and 14 C.F.R. 91.417 (a) and (b) to operate commercially small unmanned aircraft system s ( UA s ) ( 6.4 lbs

. or less).

Approval of the exemption requested by petitioner will allow commercial operation of the Trimble UX5 and UX5 HP for th e purpose of oil and gas surveying in Class G airspace nationwide, unless otherwise prescribed by an ATO

- issued COA. The requested exemption should be grante d because operation of a small UA weighing approximately 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg.), inclusive of battery and payload , conducted in the strict conditions outlined below, will provide an equivalent level of safety, while still allowing commercial operations. The lightweight aircraft covered by the exemption are far safer than conventional operations conducted w ith helicopters and fixed

- wing aircraft weighing thousands of pounds and carrying highly flammable fuel, and operating in close proximity to the ground and people. The seven factors Congress directed the FAA to consider when approving Section 333 exemption petitions

- size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports, proximity to populated areas, and operation within visual line of sight

– each support the request. In particular, the aircraft are small, and will operate at slow speeds, and close to the ground. The substantial increase of safety and decrease of risk to human life, coupled with the low risk use of UA s to conduct these operations, weigh heavily in favor of granting the exemption.

II. Petitioner ’s Contact Information

Aaron Totten Owner Seiclone Surveys, Inc. 750 Pomeroy Rd. Eureka, MT 59917

Counsel for Petitioner: Antonelli Law 35 E Wacker Drive Suite 1875 Chicago, IL 60601 Tel: 312

- 201

- 8310 Email: jeffrey@antonelli

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III. Proposed Operations

A. The UA s

The req uested exemption will permit petitioner to operate the Trimble UX5 and UX5 HP

. The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to the characteristics of the UA s are numbers 1, 5, and 16

- 20 in Section V below . Each has been adopted or imposed by the FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitions. The UX5 and UX5 HP have the following specifications or equivalent:

Airframe Trimble UX5 Trimble UX5 HP Flight Control System eBox eBox Ground Control Station Trimble Access Aerial Imaging control software loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC, which displays the telemetric data (including altitude, attitude, GPS location, battery power, etc.) Trimble Access Aerial Imaging control software loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC, which displays the telemetric data (including altitude, attitude, GPS location, battery power, etc.) Maximum Speed 43 knots 46 knots Max i mum Take

- Off Weight, inclusi ve of battery and technical payload 5.5 lbs. (2.5 kg) 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg)

Maximum Flight Time 50 minutes 40 minutes Transmitter muRata DNT2400P 2.4 GHz transmitter muRata DNT2400P 2.4 GHz transmitter Receiver internal to the eBox internal to the eBox Propulsion System 700 W brushless motor with electric pusher propeller 1400 W b r ushless motor with electric pusher propeller Data Link Internal to the Trimble Access Aerial Imaging control station Internal to the Trimble Access Aerial Imaging control stat ion Batteries 14.8 V, 6

, 000 mAh Lithium Polymer battery 14.8 V, 6

, 600 mAh Lithium Polymer battery Emergency Obstacle Procedure The PIC can initiate an emergency landing maneuver to a predefined alternative landing zone, or abort a mission and cause the UA to safely orbit to the ground. Should the UA lose connection with the ground station, it will return to the preset landing

area. The PIC can initiate an emergency landing maneuver to a predefined alternative landing zone, or abort a mission and cause th e UA to safely orbit to the ground. Should the UA lose connection with the ground station, it will return to the preset landing

area. Previously Approved Exemption Nos. Ex emption Nos. 11110, 11257, 11329, 11393A, 11432, 11666, 11806, 12231, and 12372. Exe mption Nos. 11110 A and 12231

.

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B. The Crew

The crew will consist of a pilot in command (PIC) and a visual observer (VO). The PIC and VO will have been trained in operation of UAs generally and received up

- to

- dat e information on the UA to be operated pursuant to this grant

. The PIC will have, at minimum, a sport pilot license and a U.S. driver’s license. Please refer to Exhibit 5: Instructor Pilot Manual for further information regarding PIC training.

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to the training and characteristics of the crew are numbers 3 and 6

- 9 in Section V below. Each has been adopted or imposed by the FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitio ns.

C. Flight Conditions

The UA will be used for oil and gas surveying in Class G airspace ( unless otherwise prescribed by an ATO

- issued COA) under 4 00 feet above ground level (“AGL”) and under controlled conditions over restricted property. Petitioner will work with the local FSDO when planning operations. Petitioner will only operate its UA in visual meteorological conditions (VMC). The UA will at all times be no less than 500 feet below and no less than 2,000 feet horizontally fr om a cloud, and petitioner will not conduct operations unless visibility is at least 3 statute miles from the PIC. The flight crew will always make a safety assessment of the risk of every operation, and will only operate when it is determined that no haza rds are present.

For more information regarding flight conditions , please refer to Exhibit 8: UX5 Data Sheet and Exhibit 9: UX5 HP Data Sheet.

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to the flight conditions in which the UA will be operated are numbers 2, 4, 16, and 28

- 29 in Section V below. Each has been adopted or imposed by the FAA in numerous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitions.

D. Flight Operations

The purpose of the UA flight s for which exemption is requested will be for oil and gas surveying

. Every UA flight will use at minimum a two person flight crew: a PIC and a VO

. Petitioner will fly the UA no higher than 400 feet above ground level (AGL ).

For more information regarding flight operations, please refer to the following Exhibits: Exhibit 1: UX5 User Guide Section 2: Planning a Project Section 3: Preparing Equipment Section 4: Completing a Flight Section 5: Analysis and Export Section 6: Troubleshooting Exhibit 2: UX5 Maintenance Guide Exhibit 3: UX5 Quick Start Guide Exhibit 4: UX5 Safety Guide

The specific conditions of the proposed exemption that relate to flight operations are numbers 11

- 12, 17

- 25, and 32

- 35 in Section V below. Each has been accepted or imposed by the

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FAA in numer ous previous grants of Section 333 exemption petitions.

IV. Aircraft and Equivalent Level of Safety

Petitioner proposes that the exemption apply to UAs that have the characteristics and that operate with the limitations proposed herein. These limitations pro vide for a level of safety at least equivalent to or higher t han manned aircraft operations under the current regulatory structure. Section V below identifies the limitations and conditions to which petitioner agrees to be bound when conducting commercial operations under a grant of this petition. Appendix A contains a matrix connecting (i) the specific proposed condition with (ii) the FAR provision for which it provides equivalent level of safety and (iii) one or more recent Section 333 exemption grants i n which the FAA recognized this equivalent level of safety.

Approval of the commercial operations outlined in this petition presents no national security issue. The PIC will possess, at minimum, a sport pilot’s certificate, so he or she will have been sub

ject to security screenings by the Department of Homeland Security.

V. Proposed Conditions of the Exemption

1. The UA s , including battery and technical payload will weigh no more than approximately 6.4 lbs. (2.9 kg.).

2. UA operations under this exemption will be limited to conducting operations for the purpose of oil and gas surveying in Class G airspace nationwide , unless otherwise prescribed by an ATO issued COA

.

3. Flights will be operated within line of sight of a PIC and VO

.

4. Flights will be operated at an altitude of no more than 4 00 feet AGL, as indicated by the procedures specified in the operating documents. All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet AGL.

5. The UA will not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 4 6 knots

.

6. Minimum flight crew for each operation will consist of the UA PIC and a VO

.

7. The PIC will have at minimum a sport pilot license and either a U.S. driver’s license or a third class medical certificate.

8. The petitioner will not permit a ny PIC to operate the UA 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 exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maint aining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency will be logged in a manner consistent w ith 14 CFR § 61.51(b). A record of the PIC training will be documented and made available upon request by the Administrator. Training operations will only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During training, proficiency, and experience

- building flights, al l persons not essential for flight operations will be considered nonparticipants, and the PIC will operate the UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119.

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9. The VO will not perform any other duties beyond assisting the PIC with seeing and avoiding other air traffic and other ground based obstacles/obstructions, and will not be permitted to operate the camera or other instruments.

10. The PIC will be designated before the flight and will not be allowed to transfer his o r her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC will ensure that the VO can perform the functions prescribed in these conditions and the operating documents.

11. A briefing will be conducted in regard to the planned UA operations prior to each day’s activities. It will be mandatory that all personnel who will be performing duties in connection with the operations be present for this briefing.

12. 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 mainte nance 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.

13. Petitioner will conduct a functional flight test on any UA that has undergone maintenan ce or alterations that affect the UA operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement of a flight critical component. The PIC who conducts the functional test flight will make an entry in the aircraft records.

14. The petitioner will carry out its main tenance, inspections, and record keeping requirements, in accordance with the UA manufacturer’s aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements set forth in the operating documents. Maintenance, inspection, a lterations, and status of replacement/overhaul component parts will be noted in the aircraft records, including total time in service, description of work accomplished, and the signature of the authorized person returning the UA to service. The authorized person will make an entry in the aircraft record of the corrective action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections.

15. The UA will be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. This requires the PIC to be ab le to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses. PIC and VO will at all times be able to communicate verbally. They will not be permitted to use electronic messaging or texting to communicate during flight operations.

16. The PIC wi ll not begin a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the intended landing point and prepare to land with at least 25 % battery power remaining.

17. Actual total flight time for each operational flight will result in no less than a 25% battery

reserve

.

18. The UA will have the capability to abort a flight in case of unexpected obstacles or emergencies.

19. The UA will be programmed so that if it loses communications or loses its GPS s ignal, it will

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return to a pre

- determined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered in accordance with the operating documents

.

20. If the UA and its radio control link disconnect during flight, the system’s failsafe protection will be triggered and the multirotor will return to home and land automatically, rather than flying off uncontrollably or landing at an unknown location.

21. The operating documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 will be maintained and available to the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UA any time the UA is operating. These documents will be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations in the exempt ion grant and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the grant conditions and limitations will take precedence and will be followed. Otherwise, the petitioner will follow the procedures outlined in its operating documents. If it updates or rev ises its operating documents, it will present updated and revised documents to the Administrator upon request. If the petitioner determines that any update or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted the exemption, then the Petitioner wil l petition for an amendment to the grant of exemption.

22. Petitioner will obtain written and/or oral permission from the landowners/authorized agents of the landowners over which flights will be conducted.

23. Petitioner will obtain all required permissions and permits from territorial, state, county or city jurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire, or other appropriate governmental agencies.

24. UA operations will not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All operations will be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights will not be conducted under special visual flight rules (SVFR).

25. The petitioner will obta in an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the grant of exemption. Petitioner will request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM) not more than 72 hours in advance, but not less tha n 2 4 hours prior to the operation. All operations will be conducted in accordance with airspace requirements in the ATO issued COA, including class of airspace, altitude level and potential transponder requirements.

26. The UA will not be operated within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point as denoted on a current FAA

- published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s management has been obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOTAM as required by th e operator’s COA. Any letter of agreement with the airport management will be made available to the Administrator upon request.

27. The UA will not be operated less than 500 feet below, or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from, a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

28. All operations shall be conducted in Class G airspace or as otherwise prescribed in an ATO issued COA.

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29. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption will be identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification (N

- Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings will be as large as practicable.

30. Before conducting operations, petitioner will ensure that the radio frequency spectrum us ed for operation and control of the UA complies with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements.

31. The UA will remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation operations and
act ivities at all times.

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

33. Petitioner will conduct all flight operations at least 5 00 feet from all nonparticipating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless one of the fol lowing three conditions is met:

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The petitioner will ensure that nonparticipating 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 fligh t 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 undue hazard.

c. Operations nearer to the PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons do not present an undue hazard to those persons per § 91.119(a).

34. 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 UAS Integration Office (AFS

- 80) within 24 hours. Petitioner will report accidents to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov.

VI. Privacy

There is little concern that the proposed flights will cause invasions of privacy . All flights will occur over either (a) public rights of way where there is no expectation of privacy; or (b) over private property with permission of the landowner/authorized agen t and consent of participating individuals.

VII. Public Interest and Safety

The planned UA use will increase ground safety for aerial oil and gas surveying operations

. This type of data collection has previously been done by manned aircraft or by individuals on the ground. Both are more time consuming and are more expensive than using a UA. Use of manned aircraft poses enhanced risk to the pilot and onboard crew, who would be several hundred feet in

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the air.

The enhanced safety and reduced environmental impact achieved using a UA 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.

Satisfaction of the criteria provided in Section 333 of the Reform Act of 2012

– size, weight, speed, operating capabilities, proximity to airports and populated areas and operation within visual line of sight and national security

– provide more than adequate justification for the grant of the requested exemption allowing commercial operation of petitioner’s UA in the utility and infrastructure inspection industries, pursuant to Seiclone’s rules of operation.

The FAA has previously approved the UX5 family for commercial operations in Exemption Nos. 11110 and 11110A

, 11257

, 11329

, 11393A, 11432

, 11666

, 11806 , 12231, and 12372

. Additionally, the FAA has previously approved c omparable UAs for oil and gas industry operations in Exemption Nos. 11176 ( o il and gas facility monitoring); 11208 ( o il and gas platform inspections); 11252 ( o il and gas industry inspections); 11355 (oil and gas exploration, pipeline inspection); 1142 2 (oil and gas pipeline inspections); 11524 (oil and gas pipeline inspections); 11525 (oil and gas pipeline inspections); 11886 (commercial operations for oil and gas); 11929 (oil and natural gas pipeline inspections); and 11953 (oil and gas facility ins pections)

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VIII. Regulations from Which Exemption is Requested

Appendix A : FARs as to which Seiclone wishes the same determination to be made as has been made previously.

FAR Provision Applicable condition(s) in

Section 5 of petition FAA Exemption Decision

21(h) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 16, 25, 28, 29 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11111, 11110, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195 43.7 13, 14 No. 11208 43.11 12 No. 11208 45.11 29 No. 11208 45.27 29 No. 11188 45.29 29 Nos. 11136, 11157, 11170, 11185, 11193 91.7(a) 12 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204 91.9(b)(2) 22 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11174, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11189, 11192, 1119 3, 11195 91.9(c) 30 Nos. 11136, 11170, 11171, 11174, 11185 91.103(b)(2) 3, 9, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 No s . 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11171, 11172, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204 91.105 6 No. 11185 91.109 7, 8 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11174, 11177, 11184, 11185, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11194, 11195, 11206, 11208 91.113(b) 3, 31 No. 11238

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FAR Provision Applicable condition(s) in

Section 5 of petition FAA Exemption Decision

91.119(c ) 4, 33 Nos. 11162, 11163, 11164, 11165, 11166, 111080, 111109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11160 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11178, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11190, 11193 91.121 4 Nos. 11162, 11163, 11164, 11165, 11166, 111080, 111109, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11160 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11174, 11176, 11178, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11190, 11193 91.151(a) 16, 17 Nos. 11110, 11153, 11156, 11161; 111109, 11110, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11160 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11178, 11185, 11188, 11189, 11190, 11193 91.203 (a) and (b) 22 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193 , 11195 91.215 25, 26 No. 11185, 11195 91.403 12, 13, 14 No. 11185 91.405(a) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204 91.407(a)(1) 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204 91.409(a)(1) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 111 10, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204

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FAR Provision Applicable condition(s) in

Section 5 of petition FAA Exemption Decision

91.409(a)(2) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 111 93, 11195, 11204 91.417(a) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204 91.417(b) 12, 13, 14 Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11111, 11112, 11114, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11160, 11161, 11166, 11167, 11170, 11171, 11172, 11174, 11176, 11177, 11178, 11184, 11185, 11188, 11188, 11189, 11191, 11192, 11193, 11195, 11204UAS Software Where to buy Product Resources Applications Gallery
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Engineered to help mapping and surveying professionals who require the highest accuracy work more efficiently, the Trimble UX5 sets the standard in mapping and surveying by combining a robust and highly user-friendly system with a custom-designed camera that offers the most impressive deliverables. The Trimble UX5 keeps you productive all day long - whatever job you're working on.

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# UX5

LEADING IMAGE

ACQUISITION QUALITY AND
DATA ACCURACY ALL-TERRAINAND ALLWEATHER PERFORMANCE REVERSE THRUST FOR

PRECISE LANDINGS IN

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SPACES DURABLE AND RELIABLE SOLUTION FOR INTENSIVE USE FULLY AUTOMATED

TRIMBLE ACCESS WORKFLOWSFOR EASE- OFUSE

## Leading image acquisition quality and data accuracy

Designed to follow the latest developments in the ‘prosumer’ camera market, the Trimble UX5 ensures optimal image quality along with maximum photogrammetric accuracy. The UX5 camera has – unlike a traditional compact camera – a large imaging sensor that captures very sharp, color-rich images, even in dark or cloudy conditions. The 24 MP camera and its custom optics give the UX5 the ability to capture data down to 2.0 cm (0.79 in) resolution.



## All-terrain and all-weather performance

The remarkable design of the Trimble UX5 ensures employability nearly everywhere and in practically all weather conditions. Whether you choose to fly in rainy conditions along windy seashores, in hot deserts, or in a snowy, mountain terrain, the Trimble UX5 is a dependable solution to gather high quality data without compromising coverage.



## Reverse thrust for precise

## landings in confined spaces

The Trimble UX5 overcomes the limitations of traditional UAS landings with the addition of an advanced control method. Based on reversed thrust, this innovative improved altitude measurement results in accurate and predictable landings for landing confidence every time. For professionals working in small areas, the landing angle and trajectory is compact and allows landings in confined spaces.



## Durable and reliable solution for intensive use

Based on a production method patented by Trimble, the Trimble UX5 combines an impact resistant foam structure and internal and external composite elements that give the UX5 its extreme durability and strength. Additionally, the design focus has been on delivering an easy to maintain airframe that can be renewed at users’ discretion by a plug-and-play fitting of the protected internal electronics.



## Fully automated Trimble Access workflows for ease- of-use

The Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC operates the Trimble UX5 andis a single software tool for planning
your aerial missions, performing pre-flight checks and monitoring your flights – all with intuitive workflows that ensure reliable results. In the field, the operator is guided through the pre- and post-flight sequences with step-by-step digital checklists. For additional time and resource savings, many of the Trimble UX5 checks are automatically verified by the software and do not require any interaction from the operator. Plus, the fast and intuitive workflow allows the Trimble UX5 to be ready to fly in only 5 minutes ensuring minimal downtime.

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# Trimble UX5 Unmanned Aircraft System

THE STANDARD IN MAPPING AND SURVEYING

The Trimble ® UX5 Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) sets the standard for fast and safe aerial data collection by offering a complete system with powerful technologies such as a robust design, a radically simplified workflow and reversed thrust & automatic failsafe procedures. The Trimble UX5 offers a much safer method to collect data compared to traditional surveying methods. Featuring the Trimble Access TM Aerial Imaging application, flights are conducted in a fully automated manner, from launch to landing, and require no piloting skills. The Trimble UX5 makes a once time consuming and complex process incredibly easy – no matter what the conditions.

Superior Image Acquisition The Trimble UX5 ensures optimal image quality along with maximum photogrammetric accuracy. The camera has a large imaging sensor that captures very sharp, color-rich images, even in dark or cloudy conditions. The 24 MP camera and its custom optics give the UX5 the ability to capture data down to 2 cm (0.79 in) resolution.

Unrivaled Performance Based on a production method patented by Trimble, the Trimble UX5 combines an impact resistant foam structure and internal and external composite elements that give the UX5 its extreme durability and strength. Additionally, the design focus has been on delivering an easy to maintain airframe that can be renewed at users’ discretion by a plug-and-play fitting of the protected
internal electronics. The remarkable design of the Trimble UX5 ensures employability nearly everywhere and in practically all weather conditions. Whether you choose to fly in rainy conditions along windy seashores, in hot deserts, or in a snowy, mountain terrain, the Trimble UX5 is a dependable solution to gather high quality data without compromising coverage.
Landings, less space – more accurate
The Trimble UX5 overcomes the limitations of traditional fixed wing UAS landings with the addition of an advanced control method. Based on reversed thrust, this improved altitude measurement results in accurate and predictable landings for landing confidence every time. For professionals working in small areas, the landing angle and trajectory is compact and allows for landings in confined spaces.

Intuitive Workflows with Trimble Access The Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC operates the Trimble UX5 and is a single software tool for planning your aerial missions, performing pre-flight checks and monitoring your flights – all with intuitive workflows that ensure reliable results. In the field, the operator is guided through the pre- and post-flight sequences with step-by-step digital checklists. The fast and intuitive workflow allows the Trimble UX5 to be ready to fly in only 5 minutes ensuring
minimal downtime.
Valuable Photogrammetry Deliverables Optimized to process data from the Trimble UX5 Unmanned Aircraft System, the Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry Module creates impressive deliverables. Produce point clouds, Triangulated Irregular Network (TIN) models and contour maps of the area flown. These can then be used to calculate volumes, excavation planning, drainage planning and many other functions. Trimble Business Center also produces a scaled orthophoto of the area that can be used to plan a project, define features of interest, identify property boundaries, or show construction progress by comparing orthophotos from different times. 

### Key Features

Leading image acquisition quality and data accuracy

All-terrain and all-weather performance

Reverse thrust for precise landings in confined spaces

A durable and reliable solution for intensive use

Fully automated Trimble Access workflows for ease-of-use and safe operation

Simple data processing with Trimble Business Center photogrammetry module DATASHEETOPERATION Endurance 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 minutes Range 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 km (37.28 mi) Cruise speed

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 kmh (50 mph) Maximum ceiling 2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000 m (16,404 ft) Pre-flight system setup time

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 minutes Take of f Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Catapult launch Angle

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 degrees Landing Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belly landing Angle

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 degrees Landing space (L x W) 2 Typical

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 m x 6 m (66 ft x 20 ft) Recommended

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 m x 30 m (164 ft x 98 ft) Weather limit

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 kmh (40.39 mph) and light rain Communication & control fr equency

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4 GHz (FHSS) Communication & control range

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 5 km (3.10 mi)
ACQUISITION PERFORMANCE Resolution (GSD)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 cm to 19.5 cm (.79 in to 7.67 in) Height above take-off location (AGL)

. . . . . . . 75 m to 750 m (246 ft to 2,460 ft)

AREA COVERAGE TABLE

Height GSD Coverage/flight [km 2 ] (1) Coverage/day [km 2 ] (2)

70% 80% 90% 70% 80% 90%

75 m (246 ft) 2.0 cm (0.79 in) 1.1 km 2 (0.43 mi 2 ) 0.8 km 2 (0.31 mi 2 ) 0.4 km 2 (0.15 mi 2 ) 6.85 km 2 (2.63 mi 2 ) 4.5 km 2 (7.74 mi 2 ) 2.3 km 2 (0.88 mi 2 )

100 m (328 ft) 2.6 cm (1.02 in) 1.8 km 2 (0.7 mi 2 ) 1.2 km 2 (0.64 mi 2 ) 0.6 km 2 (0.23 mi 2 ) 10.8 km 2 (4.17 mi 2 ) 7.2 km 2 (2.78 mi 2 ) 3.6 km 2
1.39 mi 2 )

150 m (492 ft) 3.9 cm (1.54 in) 3.1 km 2 (1.2 mi 2 ) 2.1 km 2 (0.81 mi 2 ) 1.0 km 2 (0.39 mi 2 ) 18.7 km 2 (7.22 mi 2 ) 12.5 km 2 (4.83 mi 2 ) 6.2 km 2 (2.39 mi 2 )

200 m (656 ft) 5.2 cm (2.05 in) 4.4 km 2 (1.7 mi 2 ) 3.0 km 2 (1.16 mi 2 ) 1.5 km 2 (0.58 mi 2 ) 26.6 km 2 (10.27 mi 2 ) 17.8 km 2 (6.87 mi 2 ) 8.9 km 2 (3.44 mi 2 )

250 m (820 ft) 6.5 cm (2.56 in) 5.8 km 2 (2.24 mi 2 ) 3.8 km 2 (1.47 mi 2 ) 1.9 km 2 (0.73 mi 2 ) 34.6 km 2 (13.36 mi 2 ) 23.1 km 2 (8.92 mi 2 ) 11.5 km 2 (4.44 mi 2 )

300 m (984 ft) 7.8 cm (3.07 in) 7.1 km 2 (2.74 mi 2 ) 4.7 km 2 (1.81 mi 2 ) 2.4 km 2 (0.93 mi 2 ) 42.5 km 2 (16.41 mi 2 ) 28.3 km 2 (10.93 mi 2 ) 14.2 km 2 (5.48 mi 2 )

400 m (1,312 ft) 10.4 cm (4.09 in) 9.7 km 2 (3.75 mi 2 ) 6.4 km 2 (2.47 mi 2 ) 3.2 km 2 (1.24 mi 2 ) 58.0 km 2 (22.40 mi 2 ) 38.7 km 2 (14.94 mi 2 ) 19.3 km 2 (7.45 mi 2 )

500 m (1,640 ft) 13 cm (5.12 in) 12.4 km 2 (4.79 mi 2 ) 8.2 km 2 (3.17 mi 2 ) 4.1 km 2 (1.58 mi 2 ) 74.2 km 2 (28.65 mi 2 ) 49.5 km 2 (19.11 mi 2 ) 24.7 km 2 (9.54 mi 2 )

750 m (2,461 ft) 19.5 cm (7.67 in) 19.0 km 2 (7.34 mi 2 ) 12.7 km 2 (4.90 mi 2 ) 6.3 km 2 (2.43 mi 2 ) 113.9 km 2 (43.98 mi 2 ) 75.9 km 2 (29.31 mi 2 ) 38.0 km 2 (14.67 mi 2 )

(1) For a 2:1 aspect ratio, which is a flight block with length equal to 2 times the width. This is a good approximation of

the average flight block. (2) Assuming on average 5 minutes pre-flight and 5 minutes post-flight setup and r ecovery time and operation between

10 am and 4 pm. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

• Maximized image footprint without compromising r esolution, obtained with

a custom wide-angle lens and APSC-type sensor.

• Maximized coverage per flight and per hour due to large image footprint,

sharp tur ning capability and high cruise speed.

• Reversed thrust technology for a short and steep landing circuit.

• Powerful propulsion system for steep climbs and high altitude flights.

• High airframe service life due to wing robustness and maintainability

.
• Short setup time with automated procedur es in Trimble Access field software.

• Self-check and failsafe procedur es for safe operation.

• One-button export to Trimble Business Center to cr eate deliverables.

• Optimized data accuracy when processed with T rimble Business Center.

HARDWARE Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fixed wing Weight

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg (5.51 lb) Wingspan

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 m (3.28 ft) Wing ar ea

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 dm Dimensions

. . . . . . . . . 100 cm x 65 cm X 10.5 cm (39.37 in x 25.59 in x 4.13 in) Material

. . . . . . . . . . . . . EPP foam; Carbon frame structure; Composite elements Pr opulsion

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric pusher propeller; brushless 700 W motor Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.8 V, 6000 mAh Camera

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 MP mirrorless APSC with custom 15 mm lens Contr oller

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trimble T ablet Rugged PC

SOFTWARE
Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application

• Project management

• Mission planning with option for multiple flights

• Automated pre-flight checks

• Automatic take off, flight and landing

• Autonomous camera triggering

• Automated fail-safe routines

• User controlled fail-safe commands

• Automated data consistency checks

• Export to Trimble Business Center and a generic format for image pr ocessing

Specifications subject to change without notice. © 2013–2015, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved. Trimble and the Globe & Triangle logo are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited, registered in the United States and in other countries. Access is a trademark of Trimble Navigation Limited. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. PN 022543-576B (06/15) 1 ISO standard atmospher e conditions. 2 1 sigma for wind <30 kph (19 mph). DATASHEET 

# Trimble UX5 Unmanned Aircraft System

TRIMBLE AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTION PARTNER NORTH AMERICA Trimble Navigation Limited 10368 Westmoor Dr Westminster CO 80021 USA EUROPE Trimble Germany GmbH Am Prime Parc 11 65479 Raunheim GERMANY ASIA-PACIFIC Trimble Navigation Singapore Pty Limited 80 Marine Parade Road #22-06, Parkway Parade Singapore 449269 SINGAPOREABSTR A CT
Using Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for photogrammetric aerial mapping provides surveyors and other geospatial professionals with a revolutionary tool for collecting data that was once reserved for large photogrammetry specialists. Trimble is creating the standard for Aerial Imaging Solutions by simplifying a once complex and time-consuming process. Aerial Imaging Solutions allow survey and geospatial professionals to collect large amounts of data (several square kilometers) in a short time (less than one hour) from a safe location for use in a variety of applications – rapid, safe, flexible. 

## WHITE P A PER

Dr P. Cosyn & R. Miller Trimble Survey, Westminster, CO, USA

Survey & Engineering Division, 10368 Westmoor Drive, Westminster, CO 80021-2712, USA © 2013, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved. Trimble, the Globe & Triangle logo, Trimble Access are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited, registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and in other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Last updated May 2013. PN 022543-549 (09/12) Trimble’s UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution is an ideal and innovative tool that can be utilized for survey, open-pit mine, oil & gas, landfill, and environmental applications such as; topographic surveys, site & route planning, progress monitoring, volume calculations, disaster analysis and as-builts, along with a wide variety of other applications. 

# TRIMBLE UX5 AERIAL IMAGING SOLUTION A new standard in accuracy, robustness and performance for photogrammetric aerial mapping

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. TRIM B LE

. COM / UASI NTRODUCTION
Digital imaging is a rapidly expanding and highly valuable technology for geospatial professionals. Imagery is often used to visualize job site conditions, review survey & mappingobservations, measure points & features, and create twodimensional & three-dimensional deliverables. In some cases, the imagery itself could be the desired deliverable. Imaging can be accomplished from both the terrestrial perspective as well as the aerial perspective. Both terrestrial panoramic and overhead point-of-views have advantages for given applications. The aerial perspective is optimal for documenting and measuring large horizontal sites, while the terrestrial perspective is ideal for documenting and measuring vertical structures such as buildings and bridges. Because many sites have a combination of both horizontal and vertical objects that need to be surveyed, there is a benefit to collecting both forms of imagery and merging them.

Trimble prides itself on being a leader in innovation. By setting new industry standards to improve our users’ efficiencies and deliverables, we are proud to provide even more breadth and depth to our portfolio by offering the first and only complete Aerial Imaging Solution specifically designed for surveyors and geospatial professionals. The system is comprised of the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover for collecting aerial photography; Trimble AccessTM Aerial Imaging application for mission planning, pre-flight checks and flight monitoring; and Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry module for processing aerial images and creating deliverables. This white paper discusses Trimble’s complete UAS photogrammetric mapping solution and simplified deliverable generation that make it the preferred solution for any demanding aerial surveying or mapping task.

IMA GE ACQUISITION M ETHODOLOGY
Being successful with aerial mapping is predicated on the planning of flights and the desired deliverables. The typical phases for image acquisition are:

f Mission planning: In the office (and in the field) users can define the mission area, add background maps, and define avoidance zones if required. The software estimates the total flight time needed to cover the mission area and allows the user to split the area into multiple flights when required because of the size of the area.

f Flight planning: For each flight, the pilot identifies the wind direction, takeoff location, and the landing location, so that the duration of the flight can be re-calculated based on the field conditions at the time of the flight. The launcher is set up and the pre-flight checklist is completed to ensure that the system is ready for flight. f Flight operation: After launching the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover, the flight is monitored using the ground control station. No manual interventions are required unless the user wants (or needs) to abort the flight. After the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover lands, the post-flight checklist is completed to transfer the data to the computer.

f Analysis: This process allows for a completeness check of the data. It ensures that the user is confident that he heads home with data he can process to his deliverables.

FIGURE 2 Trimble AccessTM mission operation FIGURE 1 Trimble AccessTM mission planning

D ELIVER A BLES
Orthophotos, contour maps, three-dimensional (3D) photos, point clouds, digital surface models (DSMs), and feature maps can easily be created from aerial imagery from Trimble Business Center. Trimble has created a new standard for processing UAS aerial imagery by incorporating more than 30 years of experience in photogrammetry from Inpho, a Trimble software solution, into streamlined workflows in the recently released Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry module.

WWW.TRIMBLE.COM/UAS 2FIGURE 4 Contour map produced with Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry module FIGURE 6 Panorama image in Trimble Business Center, taken with the Trimble VX Spatial Station

FIGURE 5 3D image colored by elevation produced with Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry module FIGURE 7 True-color point cloud in Trimble RealWorks, taken with the
Trimble TX5 3D Laser Scanner measurements can be taken from, but this type of data cannot be used to measure vertical structures such as buildings or bridges. By combining data collected with Trimble’s leading edge vision technology, such as the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover, Trimble VX Spatial Station, and Trimble TX5 3D Laser Scanner, users can visualize their project from multiple perspectives, measure points within the images and create 3D models of the infrastructure and terrain.

FIGURE 3 Orthophoto produced with Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry module

IMA GE QUA LITY & P ERFORM ANCE
The quality of the deliverables is dependent on the quality of the photogrammetric equipment used. The innovative Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover has been designed to follow the latest developments in the ‘prosumer’ camera market, ensuring optimal image quality along with maximum photogrammetric accuracy.

Trimble selected the Sony NEX-5R mirrorless camera because of its large APS-C (CMOS) sensor with 16.1 megapixel count. While the 1/1.7” sensor of the Ricoh GRD IV camera used in the Trimble Gatewing X100 was already 1.5 times larger than other compact cameras in the market, the surface area of the Sony NEX-5R sensor is nearly 9 times that of the Ricoh GRD IV. In addition to the significant increase in the pixel count, the size of each individual pixel with the Sony NEX-5R is more than 5x the Ricoh GRD IV pixels. This class-leading pixel size is important because it allows for a sharp increase in light In addition to producing these typical photogrammetric deliverables from Trimble Business Center, the aerial imagery data can be combined with Trimble VISION products such as the Trimble VISION total stations and Trimble 3D laser scanners for a one-of-a-kind solution in the market. Orthophotos are primarily used to create scaled images of a site that accurate

WWW.TRIMBLE.COM/UAS 3FIGURE 9 Sony NEX-5R camera and Voigtländer lens used in the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover sensitivity, dynamic range, and signal to noise ratio resulting in drastically reduced noise even at high ISO values. Combined with the much shorter ISO determination time of a system camera compared to a compact camera, it allows the user to use a fixed shutter speed and an automatically adjusted ISO ranging between 100 and 3200, yielding sharp, contrast rich images with a constant brightness, even in adverse and rapidly changing light conditions and shadow areas. This eliminates the need for users to judge brightness and manually set both the shutter speed and ISO to a fixed value throughout a flight.

From a photogrammetric perspective, the biggest advantage of the Trimble UX5 camera compared to using a compact camera in Aerial Imaging Rovers is the external lens. External lenses inherently offer a more stable internal geometry resulting in a more reliable camera calibration than that of a retractable lens. For the UX5, a light-weight 15 mm fixed focal length Voigtländer lens featuring mechanical focus and aperture ring, was chosen. To further increase the stability of the internal geometry, a custom adapter was designed by Trimble to replace the standard camera and lens mounts, which allow rotational movements of the principal point, by a two-part screw mount adapter. Additionally, the lens is fitted with a locking screw to fix the focus ring in the manufacturer-recommended position. This position is fixed using a collimator during production, ensuring not only sharp imagery across the flying height range (75 - 5000 m), but also a more stable focal length throughout all projects. The improved stability of the camera directly results in an increased accuracy of the deliverables, especially areas between the ground control points.

Mounted in front of the APS-C sensor, the focal length expressed as 35mm-equivalent of the UX5 camera is 22.5mm, yielding a wide field of view. This means that, at a flying height of 150 m, the Trimble UX5 produces an image footprint of 235 m by 157 m which is 40% larger than other UAS. Combining this field-of-view with the increased shutter speed, the Trimble UX5 has a larger overlap of the images than other systems, resulting in better accuracy of the DSM that is generated from the photos. The combination of these photogrammetric advancements means that the Trimble UX5 can cover 50-75% more area per flight hour than the X100 and most other UAS products at the same flying height. This translates to greatly enhanced work efficiency and reduced operational costs.

At a flying height of 150 m, the Trimble UX5 produces a GSD of 4.8 cm. In addition, the Trimble UX5 is capable of flying as low as 75 m above ground level (AGL) and producing a GSD of 2.4 cm. Flying at such a low height requires faster shutter speeds on the camera to prevent forward motion blur. The Sony NEX-5R camera used in the Trimble UX5 is capable of using the higher ISO values necessary to compensate the darkness resulting from the fast shutter speeds while keeping noise to acceptable levels for photogrammetric applications.

FIGURE 10 comparison X100 coverage and UX5 coverage UX5 coverage

X100 coverage

WWW.TRIMBLE.COM/UAS 4R ELI A BLE & R UGGED D ESIGN
The new Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover builds on the standards set by its predecessor, the first commercial aerial imaging rover on the market, the Trimble Gatewing X100. Key features of the Trimble Gatewing X100 are also available in the Trimble UX5, such as all-weather flight capability, while surpassing its design of the airframe, making it a heavy-use, all-terrain device with the best accuracy and image quality available.

FIGURE 11 UX5 top view

The Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover is based on a production method patented by Trimble. The base structure consists of a carbon frame inside expanded polypropylene foam. The frame ensures torsional stiffness and rigidity while the foam has exceptional pressure resistance and no memory-effect, which means that it will ‘bounce back’ to its original shape after impact. The exterior foam protects the internal electronics on impact and reduces the likeliness of any (physical) damage in case of an incident.

The Trimble UX5 has a longer life expectancy than many other similar aircraft and is considered a wing suitable for heavy use. This new wing design produces a more rigid aircraft without compromising flight efficiency. Parts used in the motor assembly, the container for the flight electronics (also called ‘eBox’) and servos are made of impact resistant plastics. The composite fiber parts of the elevons, the moving and fixed parts of the trailing edge of the wing, are light-weight and have an internal matrix structure that absorbs energy. The vertical winglets are made of a composite that allows bending in one direction to absorb energy during rough landings. Further, the Trimble UX5 belly plate is uniquely designed to absorb energy during landing as well as reduce abrasion from rough terrain such as rocks or tarmac.

FIGURE 12 UX5 bottom view

Due to its structural strength and additional energy absorption, maintaining the Trimble UX5 is easy. The Trimble UX5 offers operators a user-friendly design with replaceable parts such as vertical tails and propellers. The wing component is extremely durable and ideal for tough terrain. Some users will be able to work with just one airframe (or wing component) for years. This level of durability results in low yearly operation and maintenance costs of the Trimble UX5, which makes it a favorable system for the frequent (daily or weekly) use.

WWW.TRIMBLE.COM/UAS 5ACCUR A TE LANDINGS
The Trimble UX5 starts its final landing phase at the a height above ground level (AGL) of 75 m only 200 m from the designated landing location. The touch down is, on average, within a 10 m (radius) circle of the designated location. Offsets that double this value are extremely rare.

A traditional landing for an Aerial Imaging Rover has limitations that must be considered and addressed: the glide slope and landing speed. An efficient aircraft with good range and coverage has a disadvantage over an aircraft that consumes a lot of energy to stay aloft: the glide angle is rather small. A steeper approach would be means to reduce this offset but would result in a higher approach speed.

75 m

ø 200 m 300 m

The Trimble UX5 has been engineered to overcome the limitations of a traditional landing with the addition of an advanced control method and improving the height measurement resulting in accurate and predictable landings. The advanced control method included in the Trimble UX5 is a thrust reversal on approach. During thrust reversal, the motor and propeller direction is reversed. This has the same effect as using a propeller with opposite pitch. By reversing the thrust, the propeller starts pulling air instead of pushing it. This gives the aircraft a means to counteract the speed increase that results with a steep descent.

Thrust reversal (or also called ‘reversed thrust’) allows for an advanced control method that relies on changing the propeller from forward to reversed speed. This challenges aerodynamics, electronics and control algorithms. It challenges aerodynamics because applying a pulse of reversed thrust can result in stall effects of wing and elevons. It challenges electronics because FIGURE 13 Landing pattern UX5 having smooth control from forward to reverse is difficult for electronic speed controller (ESC). And it challenges control algorithms because it needs to cope with limits set by the aerodynamics and electronic speed controller and non-linear behavior because of asymmetry in the reversed and forward mode. A propeller that turns in reversed mode delivers thrust but also creates torque and aerodynamic effects that need to be monitored and controlled.

AUTOM A TED C HECKS & I MPROVED WORKFLOWS
The new Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application is a single software tool for planning Trimble missions, performing pre-flight checks and monitoring flights – all with intuitive workflows that ensure reliable results and safety of the individuals involved.

Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application offers mission planning that can be performed in the office or on the Ground Control Station (GCS). The project area and avoidance zones are drawn on top of an industry-standard map interface. The flight height above ground level (AGL), Ground Sample Distance (GSD) and photo overlap are defined and Trimble Access calculates the number of flights, flight pattern and duration of flight(s). The locations for takeoff and landing are proposed and then the project is taken to the field for the flight.

FIGURE 14 Trimble AccessTM

In the field, the operator is guided through the pre- and post-flight sequences with step-by-step digital checklists. Many of the Trimble UX5 checks are automatically verifiedby the software and sometimes run in the background (selfcheck routines) and do not require any interaction from the operator. This makes the setup process (before launch) and data recovery (after landing) easy and reliable.

With these wizard-like digital checklists, it is impossible for the operator to forget or bypass a critical step, ensuring reliable and safe flights. The software also requires the operator to follow a fixed post-flight procedure for downloading the data and verifying the data. This safeguards that the user does not leave the field with a dataset that is incomplete or inconsistent.

WWW.TRIMBLE.COM/UAS 6Some examples of automated pre-flight checks are:

f battery connection and status

f ground control station connection and status

f aircraft parameter self-check (when arming the system)

f camera trigger check

f elevon response check

f sensor and gps checks

FIGURE 15 pre-flight check

C ONCLUSION
The Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Solution sets a new standard in accuracy, robustness and performance for photogrammetric aerial mapping. The imaging performance of the Trimble UX5 Aerial Imaging Rover and the streamlined workflows of Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry application allow for the creation of professional deliverables with unprecedented accuracy and quality. Costs for data acquisition are drastically reduces when compared to collecting the same level of detail using traditional methods and technologies.

What was once reserved for large photogrammetry specialists is now available for a variety of geospatial applications. Trimble’s innovation in aerial photography can now be used to generate very detailed and useful deliverables by itself, however, by coupling UAS technology with other survey technologies such as GNSS, imaging total stations and 3D laser scanners, Trimble offers an unparalleled way to visualize and measure the world.

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# High Precision Mapping and Surveying Solution

The Trimble UX5 HP is a professional aerial mapping system, designed to capture the highest image accuracy for survey applications. The features of the new UX5 High Precision include an integrated Trimble GNSS receiver, a powerful new camera, and a selection of camera lenses available for the ultimate in system flexibility.

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# UX5 HP

HIGH PRECISION FOR SUPERIOR DELIVERABLES SELECT A CONFIGURATION THAT IS RIGHT FOR THE JOB TIME SAVINGS IN
THE FIELD CAPTURE THE HIGHEST QUALITY DATA

IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES INTUITIVE FIELD TO OFFICE WORKFLOW

SOLUTION

## High Precision for Superior Deliverables

The best geospatial deliverables require accurate and timely image and position data. The UX5 HP will lead the market inprecise data by integrating a highperformance GNSS receiver and a new Sony a7R camera. The Sony a7R is an industry leading, full-frame sensor, 36MP high-resolution camera. The camera in addition to the GNSS receiver achieves a leading level of image accuracy —orthomosaics resolution down to 1 cm and3D models with up to 1,000 pts/m2. Postprocessed kinematic (PPK) GNSS technology is used to establish image locations in absolute coordinate systems, minimizing, or even eliminating in some cases, the need for ground control and greatly increasing the value of the deliverable. This level of precision is ideal for power line modeling, field leveling and site planning.



## Select A Configuration That Is Right For The Job

No one project is ever the same. Now users can select a camera and lens combination that match project needs. Not only is there an option to choose between a near infrared or RGB sensor, now there is a selection of
lenses available. The three new lenses include a 35mm lens for high accuracy, a 15mm wide angle lens for increased flight coverage or a 25mm lens delivering both accuracy and increased flight coverage. No matter what a job requires, now there areoptions to meet the needs of diverse project requirements.



## Time Savings in the Field

With the addition of an integrated, highperformance Trimble GNSS system and PPK to establish image locations, ground control points (GCP) are no longer required in the field. This not only saves time in placing GCP’s but also eliminates the risk associated with laying GCPs in often dangerous environments such as pit mines or dense vegetation.



## Capture the highest quality data in extreme temperatures

The Trimble UX5 HP is an extremely strong, durable system made from impact resistant foam that can withstand extreme temperatures, winds up to 55 km/h and light rain, making it ideal for use in conditions that many other unmanned aerial vehicles struggle to operate in.

## Intuitive Field to Office Workflow Solution

The Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC operates the UX5 HP and is a single software tool for planning your aerial missions, performing pre-flight checks and monitoring your flights. Optimized to process data from the Trimble UX5 HP, the Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry Module creates impressive deliverables. Specialized computer-vision algorithms produce a scaled orthophoto, point clouds, Triangulated Irregular Network (TIN) models and contour maps of the area flown automatically, with minimal manual interaction. Making it possible to process complete survey projects. ( These can then be used in planning a project, calculating volumes, excavation planning, drainage planning and many other functions). Alternatively, Inpho UASMaster provides the power user or photogrammetrist with the right set of tools to use the full potential of aerial data.

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# Trimble UX5 HP Unmanned Aircraft System

HIGH PRECISION MAPPING AND SURVEYING SOLUTION

The Trimble ® UX5 HP Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) is an easy to use, fully automated, high precision system capable of capturing aerial photography with resolutions down to 1 cm. Featuring Trimble Access TM Aerial Imaging field software and Trimble Business Center office software, this complete system provides an intuitive workflow that allows you to quickly create the highest quality orthomosaics and 3D models for applications such as survey grade mapping, power line monitoring, field leveling, site and route planning, progress monitoring and asset mapping.
Superior Image Acquisition and Accuracy The UX5 HP delivers precise data by integrating a high-performance Trimble GNSS receiver and a superior camera. Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) GNSS technology is used to establish very accurate image locations in absolute coordinate systems, eliminating the need for ground control. As a result, less time is spent in the field and high precision results can be achieved even in the most inaccessible areas. With PPK, georeferencing aerial data is more robust and accurate than RTK, providing a superior level of reliability and accuracy. Use either your own base station or work with data from reference stations to georeference your deliverables with the highest accuracy possible.
The Trimble UX5 HP features an industry-leading 36 MP full-frame sensor camera capable of capturing sharp, high resolution images. The camera achieves a leading level of image resolution—orthomosaics down to 1 cm GSD and point clouds up to several thousands points per square meter. 

### Key Features

High-performance Trimble GNSS receiver with PPK technology

36MP, full-frame, high resolution camera

Orthomosaics resolution down to 1 cm & 3D models with up to 1,000 pts/m2

Survey quality accuracy without ground control

Fully automated Trimble Access workfl ows for ease of-use and safe operation

Simple data processing with Trimble Business Center photogrammetry module

Advanced data processing with Trimble Inpho UASMaster DATASHEET

Configure for the Job No one project is ever the same, that is why you can select a camera and lens combination that match your project needs. You have the flexibility to choose between a near infrared or RGB sensor system, and a selection of lenses. The lenses include a 35mm lens for high accuracy, a 15mm wide angle lens for increased flight coverage or a 25mm lens delivering both accuracy and increased flight coverage.

Trusted Performance The Trimble UX5 HP is an extremely safe and durable system, made from impact resistant foam, that can withstand extreme temperatures, winds up to 65 km, and light rain—making it ideal for use in conditions that most unmanned aircrafts struggle to operate in.

Intuitive Workflows with Trimble Access The Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC operates the UX5 HP and is a single software tool for planning your aerial missions, performing pre-flight checks and monitoring your flights. Now you can map corridors, cover disconnected areas in a single flight, import multiple map layers, fly irregular shaped areas and heights, plan or change multiple takeoff and landing locations during flight, and perform flight simulations to confirm the plan. The export functionality gathers all required data into a single file that can be imported into Trimble
Business Center.
Valuable Photogrammetry Deliverables Optimized to process data from the Trimble UX5 HP, the Trimble Business Center Photogrammetry Module creates impressive deliverables. With a single drag-and-drop, imported GNSS information, base station or reference station data, and onboard images are processed in Trimble Business Center to produce a scaled orthophoto, point clouds, Triangulated Irregular Network (TIN) models and contour maps of the area flown. These can then be used in planning a project, calculating volumes, excavation planning, drainage planning and many other functions.
Alternatively, Inpho UASMaster provides the power user or photogrammetrist with the right set of toolsto use the full potential of aerial data. With featurebased seamline-finding, terrain editing capabilities, state-of-the-art DTM generation, classification and filtering, even the most challenging projects can be processed.OPERATION Endurance 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 minutes Range 1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 km (32 mi) Cruise speed

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 kph (53 mph) Maximum ceiling 2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000 m (16,404 ft) Pre-flight system setup time

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 minutes Take off Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Catapult launch Angle

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 degrees Landing Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belly landing Angle

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 degrees Landing space (L x W) 3 Typical

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 m x 6 m (66 ft x 20 ft) Recommended

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 m x 30 m (164 ft x 98 ft) Weather limit

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 km/h (34 mph) and light rain Communication & control frequency

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4 GHz (FHSS) Communication & control range

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 5 km (3.10 mi)
ACQUISITION PERFORMANCE Resolution (GSD)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 cm to 25 cm (0.4 in to 9.9 in) Height above take-off location (AGL)

. . . . . . . 75 m to 750 m (246 ft to 2,460 ft) Absolute accuracy XY/Z (no ground control points)

. . . . . . . . . down to 2 – 5 cm (0.8 – 2 in) Relative orthomosaic/3D model accuracy

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1-2x/1-5x GSD)

AREA COVERAGE TABLE

Height AGL GSD 15 mm lens Area/ flight 15 mm lens GSD 25 mm

lens Area/ flight 25 mm

lens GSD 35 mm

lens Area/ flight 35 mm lens

75 m (246 ft) 2.4 cm (0.9 in) 1.4 km 2 (0.54 mi 2 ) 1.5 cm (0.6 in) 0.8 km2 (0.31 mi2) 1.0 cm (0.4 in) 0.6 km 2 (0.23 mi 2 )

100 m (328 ft) 3.3 cm (1.3 in) 1.9 km 2 (0.73 mi 2 ) 1.9 cm (0.7 in) 1.2 km 2 (0.46 mi 2 ) 1.4 cm (0.6 in) 0.8 km 2 (0.31 mi 2 )

120 m (394 ft) 3.9 cm (1.5 in) 2.4 km 2 (0.93 mi 2 ) 2.3 cm (0.9 in) 1.4 km 2 (0.54 mi 2 ) 1.7 cm (0.7 in) 1.0 km 2 (0.39 mi 2 )

150 m (492 ft) 4.9 cm (1.9 in) 3.1 km 2 (1.20 mi 2 ) 2.9 cm (1.1 in) 1.8 km 2 (0.69 mi 2 ) 2.1 cm (0.8 in) 1.2 km 2 (0.46 mi 2 )

300 m (984 ft) 9.8 cm (3.9 in) 6.5 km 2 (2.51 mi 2 ) 5.8 cm (2.3 in) 3.7 km 2 (1.43 mi 2 ) 4.2 cm (1.7 in) 2.7 km 2 (1.04 mi 2 )

750 m (2461 ft) 16 cm (6.3 in) 16.1 km 2 (6.22 mi 2 ) 14.6 cm (5.7 in) 9.3 km 2 (3.60 mi 2 ) 10.5 cm (4.1 in) 6.3 km 2 (2.43 mi 2 )

1 For a 5:1 aspect ratio of a single rectangular flight block, at 80% lateral overlap, including 5 min of traveling time

from take-off to the first waypoint and from the last waypoint to the landing. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

• Maximized image footprint without compromising resolution, obtained with

a custom wide-angle lens and APSC-type sensor.

• Maximized coverage per flight and per hour due to large image footprint,

sharp turning capability and high cruise speed.

• Reversed thrust technology for a short and steep landing circuit.

• Powerful propulsion system for steep climbs and high altitude flights.

• High airframe service life due to wing robustness and maintainability.

• Short setup time with automated procedures in Trimble Access field software.

• Self-check and failsafe procedures for safe operation.

• One-button export to Trimble Business Center to create deliverables.

• Optimized data accuracy when processed with Trimble Business Center or

Trimble Inpho UASMaster.

• High Precision GNSS receiver to georeference deliverables accurately and

easily.

HARDWARE Type

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fixed wing Weight

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9 kg (6.4 lb) Wingspan

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 m (3.3 ft) Wing area

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 dm 2 Dimensions

. . . . . . . . . . . . 100 cm x 65 cm X 10.5 cm (39.4 in x 25.6 in x 4.1 in) Material

. . . . . . . . . . . . EPP foam; Carbon frame structure; Composite elements Propulsion

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric pusher propeller; brushless 1400 W motor Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.8 V, 6600 mAh Camera

. . . . . . . 36 MP mirrorless full frame with custom 15, 25 or 35 mm lens GNSS receiver

. . . . . . . . . . . . . L1/L2 GNSS (GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo Ready) Controller

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trimble Tablet Rugged PC

SOFTWARE
Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application

• Project management

• Mission planning with option for multiple flights

• Automated pre-flight checks

• Automatic take off, flight and landing

• Autonomous camera triggering

• Automated fail-safe routines

• User controlled fail-safe commands

• Automated data consistency checks

• Export to Trimble Business Center, Trimble UASMaster and a generic format

for image processing

Specifications subject to change without notice. 

# Trimble UX5 HP Unmanned Aircraft System DATASHEET

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# Specifications

Category Item UX5 UX5 HP



### HARDWARE Type fixed wing fixed wing

Weight 2,5 kg (5.5 lb) 2,9 kg (6.4 lb)

Wingspan 100 cm (39.4 in) 100 cm (39.4 in)

Wing area 34 dm 34 dm

Dimensions 100 x 65 x 10.5 cm (39.4 x 26 x 4.1 in) 100 x 60 x 10.5 cm (39.4 x 23.6 x 4.1 in)

EPP foam; carbon frame 2 2Material EPP foam; carbon frame

structure; composite elements structure;

Composite elements

Propulsion electric pusher propeller;

brushless 700 W motor electric pusher propeller,

brushless 1400 W motor

Battery 14.8 V, 6000 mAh 14.8 V, 6600 mAh

Camera 24 MP mirrorless APSC 36 MP mirrorless full frame with

custom

15, 25 or 35 mm lens



### SOFTWARE Project management √ √

Mission planning multiple flights multiple flight

Automated pre-flight checks √ √

Automatic take off, flight and
landing √ √

Autonomous camera triggering √ √

Automated fail-safe routines √ √

User controlled fail-safe

commands √ √

Automated post-flight checks √ √

Trimble AccessTM integration √ √



### OPERATION Endurance 50 min 40 min

Range 60 km (37 mi) 52 km (32 mi)

Cruise speed 80 km/h (50 mph) 85 km/h (53 mph)

Maximum ceiling 5000 m (16,404 ft) 5000 m (16,404 ft)

Pre-flight setup time 5 min 5 min 1

1

2Take off type catapult launch catapult launch

Take off angle 30 deg 30 deg

Landing type belly landing belly landing

Landing angle 14 deg 14 deg

Typical landing spacing (L x
W) 20 x 6 m (66 x 20 ft) 20x 6 m (66 x 20 ft)

Recommended landing spacing
(L x W) 50 x 30 m (164 x 98 ft) 50 x 30 m (164 x 98 ft)

Weather limit 65 km/h (40 mph) & light rain 55 km/h (34 mph) & light rain

Communication & control
frequency 2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz

Communication & control range up to 5 km (3.1 mi) up to 5 km (3.1 mi)



### ACQUISITION
PERFORMANCE Resolution (GSD) 2.0 - 19.5 cm (0.79 - 7.6 in) 1.0 - 25 cm (0.4 - 9.9 in)

Height above take off location
(AGL) 75 - 750 m (246 - 2,460 ft) 75 - 750 m (246 - 2,460 ft)

Coverage check with flight calculator check with flight calculator

ISO standard atmosphere conditions UX5/UX5 HP: recommended, not tested above 5,000 m (16,404ft) 1 sigma for wind < 30 kmh (19 mph) 3

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