Michael A. Slater (Peti ti oner)

19911 Robinhood Lane #118
Plattsmouth, NE 68048 mcgator@jagwireless.net

1. Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA), Michael A. Slater hereby petitions exemption from certain requirements of 14 CFR. The exemption will permit Michael A. Slater to operate a small professional Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) such as a DJI Phantom 3 Professional, Inspire 1, or an equivalent or smaller UAS which are well under 55 lbs. The UAS will be used for

the comm ercial purpose of conducting aerial video and photography of residential and commercial real estate, agricultural areas, golf courses, construction sites, public landscapes (unless prohibited) and special events within the United States.

2. The Sectio ns of 14 CFR from which I am seeking exemption are as follows: Part 21, Subpart H Airworthiness Certificates 45.23 Display of marks; general. 61.113 (a) and (b) Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command 91.7 (a) Civil aircraft airw orthiness 91.9 (b) (2) Civil aircraft flight manual, marking, and placard requirements 91.103 Preflight action 91.109 Flight instruction; Simulated instrument flight and certain flight tests

91.119 Minimum safe altitudes: General

91.121 Altimeter settings 91.151 Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions 91.203 (a) & (b) Civil aircraft: Certifications required 91.205 (b) Powered civil aircraft with standard category U.S. airworthiness certificates: Instrument and equipment requirements. 91.215 ATC transponder and altitude reporting equipment and use

91.405

- 91.417 Maintenance & Inspections

3. In regards to the speed, size, weight as well as limited operating time spans and geography, the UAS meets the conditions of Section 333 (FM RA) and will not require an airworthiness certificate, markings, nor the maintenance and inspections associated with manned aircraft. As a battery powered aircraft, flight times are severely limited to less than 30 minutes and will only be flown within the line of sight and during stable weather conditions. Any repairs, upgrades or modifications to the UAS will be done by the manufacturer or authorized professionals only. The UAS will not only be used as part of my employment with great potential for econom ic improvement of my situation, but also as a volunteered service to clubs or organizations whom can benefit from the donation of such services. Flights will not involve the carrying of passengers or

property.

4. An equivalent level of safety will be m et by strict adherence to preflight checklists, regular inspections and maintenance, flight practice and safe flight techniques. Michael A. Slater will ensure that the aircraft is in an airworthy condition prior to every flight andthat weather, environmen tal, structural, and human conditions are such that a safe

flight can be successful. Additionally, the UAS that I intend to fly has built

- in safety features including GPS, barometric pressure sensors, return

- to

- home, limits on flight altitude of 400 feet, real time flight video to smartphone or tablet in the app which includes detailed flight information and battery life indicators and warnings, on screen map, and flight logs. The app also includes flight training simulators to help in gaining

confidence an d experience.

5. The public interest is better served in that aerial video, photography, and surveying can be achieved safely, efficiently, and economically though UAS flights within authorized air space rather than through the use of airplane or helicopter flights. Using UAS flights will reduce congested air space, are much more economical, and use minimal amounts of energy as well as no fossil fuels. UAS flights also cause less noise and air pollution.

6. Privacy rights of private citizens, companies, and government agents and facilities will be respected. Condi tions of Section 333 will be strictly observed.

Link to user manual: http://download.dji

innovations.com/downloads/phantom_3/en/Phantom_3_Professional_User_Manual_v 1.2_en.pdf

Attachments : Attachment1_Petition_for_Exemption_CFR14

Attachment2 _Safety_Guidelines_Disclaimer_en_201509.pdf

Attachment3 _DJI_Pre.pdf