Matthew Fulcher

1926 Sunrise Dr S.W. 32962

Vero Beach, FL

Matthew.fulcher@irchsonline.org

Petition for 333 Exemption

Aircraft Type: DJI Phantom 3 Drone

Weight: 2.82 Pounds

Type: Quadcopter

Intro

My name is Matthew Fulcher; I am applying for a Commercial Drone Exemption 333. By 

granting this commercial exemption I can use my drone to promote tourism in Vero Beach, FL, 

as well as work with local magazine outlets to promote business growth.

Drone Information

The drone that would be used weighs in at about 3 pounds, and is a quadcopter model. 

The drones top speed can reach up to 12 miles per hour.

This model drone can only fly up to 3⁄4 of a mile away.

The drone is controlled by a Controller using GPS Satellite.

This Aircraft complies with the FCC.

RF Spectrum is 2406.50000000-2476.50000000

Power Output: 0.7460000
Pre-flight

A series of Pre-Flight Inspections as well as safety checks are done prior to take off to ensure 

Safety of People and Property.

A Visual Check is done on the drone for damage that could interfere with flight.

Check Distance to nearest airport or controlled airspace.

All Propellers are tightened on the aircraft.

The Drone Compass is calibrated away from Electromagnetic Interference.

Ensure GPS Coverage will maintain safe flight.

Safety Checks will include:

Observation of safe weather for flight

Observation to proximity of building or trees

Observation to threats including people or wildlife

Pilot

The Person controlling this Aircraft will have a current Pilots License issued by the local airport.

The Pilot of the drone will have a minimum of 12 hours of flight time. I will be hiring a retired 

pilot to control operations of the drone. I will be directing and observing the operations of the 

pilot to ensure the best quality of flight. 
Purpose of Flight

The intended UAS operation will be Videography as well as Photography to boost the marketing 

used in tourism ads on my website. The Content area that will be focused on will be on and 

near the Indian River Lagoon. 

The drone would be flown at a minimum of 40 feet and at a maximum of 250 feet. 

For Safety Reasons, the drone will be flown during days with wind less than 10mph.

For Safety Reasons, the drone will be flown away from buildings, trees and other obstructions.

For Safety Reasons, the drone will be flown in areas away from people or groups of people.

For Safety Reasons, the drone will be flown at least 10 miles away from an airport.

For Safety Reasons, the drone will be only flown in Line of Sight.

For Safety Reasons, the drone will not be flown at Public Events or Sport Events.

For Safety Reasons, the drone will be flown only by the certified pilot.

Specifics

The average speed of the aircraft for its intended operation will average between 4-7mph.

The aircraft will sit on average at an altitude of 150 feet.

The aircraft will always be flown in line of sight.

Potential hazards could include aggressive birds.
Location

The aircraft will be flown in areas around bodies of water. (Such as Rivers and Lakes.)

The aircraft will not be flown in areas where people could be harmed in the case of a 

malfunction or unforeseen hazard. (Such as Wildlife)

This aircraft will not be used in the proximity of any airports.

Line of Sight

The UAS will have locked parameters set within the program to ensure Line Of Sight at all times.

The drone will be unable to fly past these parameters. (In the case visual was lost)

The Observer, (Me) will be watching the flight operations at all times.

If any other information is needed.

Email Matthew.fulcher@irchsonline.org

Or call 772-713-6378