U. S. Department of Transportation Docket Operations Dec 12, 2015

West Building Ground Floor, Room w12

- 140

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE Washington, DC 20590

Chicago Air Drones is r equesting FAA authorization to operate a U AS for civil purposes other than recreation or hobby. This Exemption Request is Under Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations

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Dear Sir or Madam:

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act o f 2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, Chicago Air Drones , seeks an exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations detailed below for (1) DJI Inspire 1, and (1) DJI Phantom Series 3
Professional quadcopt er manufactured by DJI.

This requested exemption would support a n application for a commercial Certificate of Authorization to use the system to support aerial photography and videography. The DJI Inspire 1 @ (6.5lb s ) and DJI Phantom Series 3 Professional @ (3lb s ) consist of a battery operated aircraft, a tablet

- based gr ound control station and/ a RC Controller, and associated communications equipment. Both of
these UAS carry an onboard camera that allows them to obtain both photography and videography.

The UAS will always be operated in the field with a PIC in accordanc e with the FAA Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 "Operational Requirements for UAS".

Chicago Air Drones respectfully requests the grant of exemption allowing them to operate lightweight (under 55lbs) , remot e controlled UAS lawfully and safely.

Chicago Air Drones also respectfully requests Exemption Request Section 333 from (but not limited to) the Specific Sections of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations and part 11 of the Federal Aviation. Regulations listed below.14 C.F.R.45.23 (b); 14 CFR Part 2 1; 14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b); 91.7 (a); 91.9 (b) (2);

91.103(b); 91.109; 91.119; 91.121~ 91.151(a); 91.203(a) & (b); 91.405 (a); 91.407(a) (1); 91.409 (a) (2); 91.417 (a) & (b)

The extent of relief Chicago Air Drones seeks and the reason why:

Chicago Air Dr ones is seeking relief from any applicable FARs in operation that
prevent s Chicago Air Drones from conducting aerial shots of real estate and other possible legal flight operations. The weight of the UAS meets the definition of
''small unmanned aircraft” f ound in section 331 "The Reform Act”. Chicago Air
Drones seeks to operate legally as a small business employed by real estate agents and inspectors

. At less than 7 pounds, Chicago Air Drones uses UAS that is considerably less than
55 lbs. inclu ding camera and battery . The UAS will be used at speeds less than 35 mph because of the nature of the business and also the physical capabilities of the
UAS by design . The UAS will be flying and taking pictures normally below 2 00ft.

The UAS that Chicago Air Drones would be using only utilizes battery power for its operations. There are no combustible fuels used in the UAS that Chicago Air
Drones uses. The maximum battery flight time for this UAS is 20 minutes . The
actual maximum flight time will be very minimal.

A s afety system built in to all Chicago Air Drones UAS includes GPS that allows the
UAS to return home if communication is lost or if th e battery life is critical.

A lso a Pilot in Command (PIC) operational control is in operation from beginning
to end and c ontrols the UAS while in the air. For added safety, line of site of the
UAS will be maintained during the entire flight. The 2.4GHz radio

t ransmitter/controller operated by the PIC to control the UAS while in flight;
receives live video, and flight data fr om the on

- board camera and computer.

The UAS, weighing less than 7lbs fully loaded, is powered by batteries and operates with no people on board which lowers the likelihood of death or serious bodily injury. With a small payload consisting of harmless ele ctronics such as a camera and GPS, the UASs only purpose is to be used to take pictures and videos.Current applicant has used helicopters and small planes for this purpose but the

cost of fuel, time, a nd pollution emissions of such aircraft are environme ntally hazardous and costly . The reduced cost s and efficiency of the se new electric UAS
allows more customers to take advantage of these services

. We strongly believe in giving back to our community and CHICAGO AIR DRONES
will reach out to our local authorities and first responders providing free services
for actions that co uld benefit the public, including fire and search and rescue.

Chicago Air Drones will not operate a UAS near airports and generally does not fly

over crow ds. Situational awareness is most important. The areas where Chicago
Air Drones conducts aerial photography is predetermined which allows for a controlled environment to operate safely.

Based on the size and run times of these smaller UAS any likelihood o f i njury or
even death from such a small unmanned aircraft is considerably low , compared to

a full sized aircraft flown loaded with highly combustible fuel.

Operational Summary :
Chicago Air Drones business is owned and operated by mature adults, and wil l strictly follow all safety guidelines of the FAA Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 "Op erational Requirements for UAS” with the appropriate exemptions for flying a
small UAS.

1) No flight s with a UA S g ross weight exceeding 55lbs

2) All operations will occur in FAA Class G airspace at no more than 400 ft. AGL, at airspeeds of no more than 25 knots, no more than 3/4 NM from the Pilot In Charge

3) Operations will be restricted to flights over private property with the full written permission of the property owner

4) All additional permits will be obtained prior to any operation s
5) The UAS will avoid densely populated areas and air shows

6 ) The UAS will not be operated over any open

- air assembly of people7 ) The UAS will n ot be o perated over heavily traveled roads

8) The UAS will no t be operated within 5 NM of a major airport

9) Operation s will be restricted to day and weather conditions equivalent to VFR

10) Before each flight a written Pre

- Flight Inspection will be completed b y the PIC
to ascertain that the UAS is in a proper condition for safe flight

11) We will ascertain business insurance for the safety of the public and property

12) Any FAA changes to policy will be immediately adopted and followed

These operations are the bare minimum safety guidelines Chicago Air Drones will
follow. Chicago Air Drones also is more than willing to follow any additional safety requirements if not listed above.

Chicago Air Drones believes that flying its UAS as a small business within the safety parameters of the FAA, will protect and help the general public, and
promote a healthy housing economy.
Applicant name and contact information :
Chicago Air Drones .com

Attn: Donald Tieri

Phone: 630

- 707

- 1679

Email: donaldtieri@gmail.com

Website: Chicagoairdrones.com

Chicago Air Drones respectfully requests that the FAA grant s this exemption

Thank you for your time.

Respectfully,

Donald Tieri ( Owner) Chicago Air Drones.com