Jan 6, 2016

Erik Sean Jensen

6200 Upper Olalla Rd. Winston, Oregon, 97496 jentree@zoho.com 541­784­7581

UAS CERTIFICATION NUMBER: FA3RLAFC9P

Issued: 12/23/2015 , Expires: 12/23/2018

Federal Aviation Administration:

I, Erik Sean Jensen, holding a valid private pilot certificate and current medical

certificate, 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, Erik Sean Jensen, an

owner and operator of small unmanned aircraft, be exempted from the Federal Aviation

Regulations (“FARs”) listed below so that I may operate a small ultra light weight

unmanned aircraft system (“UAS”) commercially in airspace regulated by the Federal

Aviation Administration (“FAA”) in accordance with FAA UAS Regulations & Policies.

I would like to formally submit for an exemption from the following Section 333

regulations: 14 CFR §§ 61.23(a) and (c), 61.101(e)(4) and (5), 61.113(a), 61.315(a),

91.7(a), 91.119(c), 91.121, 91.151(a)(1), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2),

and 91.417(a) and (b) to operate DJI’s following UAS: Inspire1, along the guidelines of

the accompanying Inspire1 Operator’s manual. This UAS will be equipped with

detachable cameras and will be transported in proper storage. This proposed exemption

would allow me operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for the purpose of aerial

videography/photography and surveying as a service to the public/ business interests.

They are similar in all material respects to relief previously requested in Grant of

Exemption #rs: 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213.

This device was selected because it has proven reliable flying capabilities managed by

gyro stabilized flight, ground detection, GPS aided navigation, a compass, blinking

LEDs, failsafe mode for returning home and prop guards. This will act to further safety

protocols exclusive to lightweight UAS’s specific to video and photography usage as I,

Erik Sean Jensen, record flight data and other information gained through permitted
flight operations to share with the FAA through any required FAA reports to assists with

future protocol and safety regulations.

Specific section or sections of 14 CFR which I seek relief and the reason I seek relief:

14 CFR 61.23(a) & (c): Operations requiring a medical certificate

14 CFR 61.101(e) (4) & (5): Recreational pilot privileges and limitations.

14 C.F.R. 61.113(a): Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command

14 C.F.R 61.315(a) Privileges and limits of my sport pilot certificate

14 C.F.R 91.7 (a): Civil aircraft airworthiness

14 C.F.R. 91.119(c): Minimum safe altitudes

14 C.F.R. 91.121: Altimeter settings

14 C.F.R. 91.151(a)(1): Fuel Requirements for flight in VFR conditions

14 C.F.R. 91.405(a): Maintenance Required

14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1): Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance,

rebuilding, or alteration

14 C.F.R. 91.409(a)(1) and (2): Inspections

14 C.F.R. 91.417 (a) and (b): Maintenance records

Public Interest

Aerial photography/videography and surveying using UAS as an available service to the

public allows for a more cost­effective method to capturing imagery than its current
alternative of utilizing larger aircraft. Additionally, I, Erik Sean Jensen, would gladly

offer my services upon request and with proper coordination to any official search and

rescue or emergency services organization to benefit the public.

Also as mentioned in the Trudeau exemption, exemption No.11138:

“Manned aircraft conducting aerial filming and photography can weigh 5,000 lbs. or

more, are operated by an onboard pilot and may carry other onboard crewmembers, as

well as 100 gallons or more of fuel. The petitioner’s [sUAS] weighs less than 5.5 lbs.

The pilot and crew will be remotely located from the aircraft. The limited weight reduces

the potential for harm to persons or damage to property in the event of an incident or

accident. The risk of an onboard pilot and crew during an incident or accident is

eliminated with the use of a [sUAS] for the proposed operation.”

Summary

I, Erik Sean Jensen, am seeking exemption from the following rules:

14 CFR §§ 61.23(a) and (c), 61.101(e)(4) and (5), 61.113(a), 61.315(a), 91.7(a),

91.119(c), 91.121, 91.151(a)(1), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), and

91.417(a) and (b)

With the exemptions of the mentioned rules I, Erik Sean Jensen, will be seeking to

make my drone photography/videography & surveying services available to the public.

These include but are not limited to:

● Flying the DJI Inspie1 safely

● Flying below 400 feet

● Proper visual inspection of UAS before flights

● Keeping mentioned UAS in visual sight at all times when in operation ● Using an

observer to assist as needed

● Remain well clear of and do not interfere with manned aircraft operations, and avoid

other aircraft and obstacles at all times

● Not intentionally fly over unprotected persons or moving vehicles

● Contact the airport or control tower before flying within 5 miles of controlled airspace
● Not flying in adverse weather conditions such as high winds or reduced visibility

● Not flying under the influence of alcohol or drugs

● Ensure the operating environment is safe

● Not flying over sensitive infrastructure or property such as power stations, water

treatment facilities, correctional facilities, etc.

● Check and follow all local laws and ordinances before flying over private property

● Do not conduct surveillance or photograph persons in areas where there is an

expectation of privacy without the individual's permission.

UAS CERTIFICATION NUMBER: FA3RLAFC9P

Issued: 12/23/2015 , Expires: 12/23/2018

Respectfully,

Erik Sean Jensen

6200 Upper Olalla Rd. Winston, Oregon, 97496 jentree@zoho.com 541­784­7581