To: 

Federal Aviation Administration 

C/0 Document Operations, M-30 

U.S. Department of Transportation 

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE 

Room W12-140 

West Building Ground Floor 

Washington, DC 20590-00001 

From: 

Nicole Wood 

Grafic Studios 

6325 Woodland Hill Court 

Loveland, CO 80537 

Date: 00/00/15 

Subject: 

Petition for Exemption for UAS under Section 333 and regulations from 14 C.F.R. Part 21, 45.27(a), 

45.29 (3)(c thru h), 61.113 (a) and (b), 91.103, 91.119, 91.121, 91.203, 91.151 

Item 7: 

I will be using a Phantom 3 battery powered Quad Copter to take aerial pictures of homes or land that 

has been listed for sale by area Real Estate Brokers. The quad copter and camera has a gross weight of 3 

pounds, is battery operated, and has a flight time of 10 minutes p~r battery. This UAS has a maximum 

speed of 30 knots. The Copter will be operated by a Futaba Transmitter operating at 2.4 GHz. 

The Quad Copter will be operated at 200 feet or below, no further than 500 feet from the operator, only 

during the day time using visual flight conditions, and always within visual line of sight. The area of 

operations will be in the Northern Colorado area. Any photography flight will remain 5 nautical miles 

from an airport having an operational control tower, or 3 nautical miles from airports or heliports that 

do not have an operational tower, or 2 nautical miles from an airport without a published instrument 

flight procedure or an operational tower, or 2 nautical miles from a heliport with a published instrument 

flight procedure. 

Copter inspection will take place at the Grafic Studios office prior to traveling to the identified property 

for photos and again at the proposed property for aerial photography (see remarks preflight procedures 

1 thru 5). Inspection ofthe property will occur upon arrival to identify any aerial flight obstructions 

(electrical lines, elevated lights, fog ... etc.) that will need to be considered during the proposed aerial 

photography. Property owners and any attending Realtor will be advised of proposed flight operations 

and when to keep family members and or animals away from the area of flight operations. All preflight 

procedures (see remarks) and photo flights will take place within the boundaries of the listed property. 

A metal tent sign 2.5 feet high imd 18 inches wide will be placed at property points to alert people of 

aerial photography in progress and to remain back from area by at least 100 feet. 
Should any individual, animal or any other type of aircraft enter the flight operation area the Copter will 

be immediately grounded and motors stopped until the safety concern has been removed. 

Remarks: 

A copy of the Phantom 3 Quad Copter quick start guide is enclosed. The Copter has a diagonal 

measurement of 2 feet and a height of 6.5 inches. 

Preflight Procedures: 

PIC: 

1. Be certain the Wi-Fi function on you camera is off. If you see a flashing blue light on you 

camera, this means the Wi-Fi function is on and must be turned off before starting the Phantom. 

2. Check that batteries of the transmitter and craft to insure they are fully charged and properly 

installed. 

3. Check that the camera is connected to the gimbal. 

4. Check that the antennas are connected to FPV monitor. 

5. Check that propellers are securely fastened to the motors. 

6. Place all switches on the transmitter in their uppermost position with the throttle all the way 

down. 

7. Power on the transmitter. 

8. Power on the Phantom and wait for LED lights to stop flashing red, indicating that the Phantom 

has achieved its GPS signal. 

9. Perform compass calibration. 

10. With the Phantom on an even surface at least ten feet away from you, start the motors by 

moving the control sticks down and towards the center of the transmitter. 

11. Press up on the throttle to create lift off. 

12. Maintain Phantom at a low altitude and move control sticks in all directions to insure craft 

response to controls. 

13. If during response to control operations the craft is unstable because of wind, the flight will be 

canceled and rescheduled. 

When the Phantom Quad Copter was purchased, I had an experience quad copter pilot come to the 

business location and identify all components and their uses. The pilot then went through the preflight 

procedure and demonstrated the flight capability of the unit. He then observed as I went through the 

preflight and launched the craft. His observation continued as I operated the controls and brought the 

craft back to the launch point. I have since practiced the preflight and flight procedures at least 30 

hours without any crash or flight problem. 

I am a healthy 35 year old individual with 20/20 vision and excellent hand eye coordination. 
Requested Exemptions: 

14 CFR Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 14CFR 91.203 

I am requesting an exemption in this area considering the Phantom 3 weighs 3 pounds, is 6.5 

inches high, 2feet in with, is powered by electric batteries, has an average flight time of 10 

minutes, and has a maximum speed of 30 knots. 

14 CFR 45.27(a) Location of marks for non-fixed-wing aircraft 14 CFR 45.29 (3) (c thru h): size of marks. 

I am requesting an exemption from 45.23 because my UAS does not have a pilot area or cabin 

on which to mark statements or words. Considering the size of the craft, the required 2 inch 

lettering will not fit on the copter structure to allow identification. 

14 CFR 91.405 (a), 91.407 (a)(l), 91.409 (a)(2),91.417 (a) and (b) Maintenance Inspections 

I am requesting an exemption from this regulation since this directly applies to aircraft with 

airworthy certificates. 

14 CFR 61.113 (a)(b) Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in Command. 

Regulation 61.113 (a)(b) restrict private pilots to noncommercial operations. Considering that 

my UAS does not carry passengers, pilots or crew, the risk level in operating this craft is low. I 

also request exemption from 61.113 considering my instruction by an experienced quad copter 

operator, his observations of my initial flight and my 30 practice flights without any mishaps or 

crashes. I also include for your review of my preflight procedures and safety procedures 

identified earlier in item 7 of the remarks area. 

14 CFR 91.103 (b)(l), (b)(2) Preflight Action 

I am also requesting an exemption of this area. Even with this exemption I will continue to 

execute my identified preflight procedures and safety procedures as identified above in Item 7. 

My business focus is providing marketing material to Real Estate Brokers in the Northern Colorado area. 

I am currently using the services of a local Helicopter operation to provide the aerial photography that is 

being requested by my Real Estate customers. It is my understanding that some Realtors are seeking 

the same exemption to create their own aerial photography using a UAS. Most Realtors have an 

average of about !listing per month. After receiving the FAA exemption I anticipate that I will be 

performing 1 to 3 photography flights per week during the March through November selling season. This 

frequency or operation will add to the safety of the general public considering the fact that the more 

you perform a task the better you become at executing that task. 75 to 150 flights per year will create a 

consistent level of knowledge and expertise that will provide the general public with a higher level of 

safety and security. 

If you have any questions, please call me at 970-667-7685. 
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 

1M23Z02201 
No cortificato may be Issued unless a completed application 

form has been received (14 C ... F R 91 101 and 106) 

~ US Depamnent o!Tranopo.tation 

From Approved: O.M.B. No.2120-002710/31/2015 

APPLICANTS ·DO NOT USE THESE SPACES 

1 W Federal Aviation Administration Region I Date 

APPLICATION FOR Action 

QApproved 0 Disapproved - "Explain under "Remarks" 

CERTIFICATE OF WAIVER Signature of authorized FAA representative 

OR AUTHORIZATION 

INSTRUCTIONS 

Submit this application in triplicate (3) to any FAA Flight fighting equipment. The applicant may also wish to submit 

Standards district office. photographs and scale diagrams as supplemental material 

Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorlzato assist in the FAA's evaluation of a particular site. 

Application for a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization must 

lion for an aviation event must complete all the applicable be submitted 45 days prior to the requested date of the 

items on this form and attach a properly marked 7.5 series event. 

Topographic Quadrangle Map(s), published by the U.S. 

Geological Survey {scale 1 :24,000), of the proposed operat- Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorizeing area. The map(s) must include scale depletions of the tlon for activities other than an aviation event will complete 

flightlines, showlines, race courses, and the location of the items 1 through 10 only and the certification, item 17. on the 

air event control point, Police dispatch, ambulance, and fire reverse. 

1. Name of organization 2. Name of responsible person 

GraFic Studios, Inc. Nicole Wood 

3. Permanent House number and street or route number City State and ZIP code Telephone No. 

mailing 

address 

6325 Woodland Hill Court Loveland co 80537 970-667-768 

4. Slate whethor the appUcant or any of its principal clf-s/owners has an appUcation for waiver pen<.ling at any othar office of the FAA. 

no 

5. state whether the appticant or any or lis plinclpal officer• ownen; has over had its application for waiver denied, or whether the FAA has ever withclrawn a waiver from the appUcant or any of Its p~ncipal offic:ers/owners. 

no 

6. FAR section and number to be waived 

· See Attached 

7. Detailed description of proposed operation (Attach supplement If n~ed) 

See Attached 

u. "!ea o~ operation £Location, afUtut:les, ere.) 

Northern Colorado 

Sa. ~ning (Date and hour) 1'1. t:natng (Date afl(l nouq 

en Certificate Received Open Ended 

10. Aircraft Pilot's Name Certificate ~umber Home address 

make a;!~ model andre ng (Street, ~F· State) (b) (c) 

Phantom 2 Nicole Wood 6325 Woodland Hill Court 

(')II UAS Loveland Colorado 80537 

FAA Form 7711 -2 (6108) Supersedes Previous Edition Page 1 
Ill- ITEMS 11 THROUGH 16 TO BE FILLED OUT FOR AIR SHOW/AIR RACE WAIVER REQUESTS ONLY. 

11. The air event wKI be sponsored by: 

12. Permanent House number and street or route number City State and ZIP code Telephone No. 

mailing 

address 

13. Policing (Describe provisions to be made for policing the event.) 

14. Eme~gencyfacl!itles (Mark all thatw/Q be available at time and place of air event.) 

0 Physician 0 Fire truck 0 Other • Specify 

OAmbulance 0 Crash wagon 

15. Air Traffic control (Describe method of controlling traffiC, including provision for antval and departure of scheduled airr:reft.) 

16. Schedule of Even!$ (Include anlval and departure of scheduled alrmft and other periOd$ the allpOrt maybe open.) 

Hour Date Event 

(a} (b) (c) 

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.. 

If SUfficient space is nof available, the en6re schedule of events may be submitted on separ;Me sheets. fn the order and manner indicated above. 

PleaseRe? 

The undersigned applicant accepts full responsibility for the strict observance .of the~erms of the Certificate 

of Waiver or Authorization, and understands that the authorization contained .In such certificate will be strictly 

limited to the above described operation. 

17. Certification ·I CERTIFY that the fore!;Jolng statements are true:-, 

Date s:r!J71Mu JYJJ 'I ;, 

9/83/1~ / 

Remarks ' ( .-'""'V' - SEE ATTACHED 

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FAA Form 7711·2 (6108) Supersedes Previous Edilton •'. 

·Page 2 
------------------- No certificate may be illeuod unlese a oompleted application 

form has been received (14 C ... F R 91 101 and 106) p US Department of Tranoporl>tion 

From Approved: O.M.B. No.2120-0027 10/31/2015 

APPLICANTS ·DO NOT USE THESE SPACES W Federal Aviation Administration Region .I Date 

APPLICATION FOR Action 

QApproved 0 Disapproved- •explain under ''Remarks" 

CERTIFICATE OF WAIVER Signature of authorized FAA representative 

OR AUTHORIZATION 

INSTRUCTIONS 

Submit this application in triptfcate (3) to any FAA Flight fighting equipment. The applicant may also wish to submit 

Standards district office. photographs and scale diagrams as supplemental material 

Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorizeto assist in the FAA's evaluation of a particular site. 

Application for a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization must 

tion for an aviation event must complete au the applicable be submitted 45 days prior to the requested date of the 

Items on this form and attach a property marked 7.5 series evenl 

Topographic Quadrangle Map(s}. published by the U.S. 

Geological Survey (scale 1:24,000), of the proposed operat- Applicants requesting a Certificate of Waiver or Authorizaing area. The map(s) must Include scale depictions of the tion for activities other than an aviation event will complete 

flightlines. showiines, race courses. and the location of the items 1 through 10 only and the certification, item 17, on the 

air event control point, Police dispatch, ambulance, and fire reverse. 

1. Name of organization 2.. Name of responsible parson 

Grafic Studios, Inc. Nicole Wood 

3. Permanent House number and street or route number City State and ZIP code Telephone No. 

mailing 

address 

6325 Woodland Hill Court Loveland co 80537 970-667-768 

4. State whether the applicant or any of ns prfntipat off<OerSiowners has an application for waiver pend'mg at any other office of the FAA. 

no 

5. State whether lhe applicant or any or Its principal officers owners has ever had its application for waiver denied, or whether the FAA has ever withdrawn a l"llllver rrom the applicant or any Of Us 

prinCipal offieel1l/owners. 

no 

6. FAR section and number to be waived 

· See Attached 

7. Detailed description of proposed operation (Attach supplement if needed) 

See Attached 

8. "!~a o~ operation J.L~UO/l, af111U!Jes, etc.} 

Northern Colorado 

9a. ~ning (Dale and hour} 

en Certificate Received b. tnatng (Da!_e ana no~r) 

Open Ended 

10. Alreraft PllorsName Certifieate number Home address 

make ara~ model and~~ng (Street, ~{1Y· State) (b) (c 

Phantom 2 Nicole Wood 6325 Woodland Hill Court 

n. UAS Loveland Colorado 80537 

FAA Form 7711 ·2 (6106) Supersedes Previous Edition Page 1 
!t'-.. m:MS 11 THROUGH 16 TO BE FILLEO OUT FOR AIR SHOW/AIR RACE WAIVER REQUESTS ONLY. 

11. The alr event will be sponsored by: 

12. Pennanent House number and street or route number 

malllog 

address 

City State and ZIP code Telephone No. 

13. Policing (Describti provisions to be made for policing the event.) 

14. Emergency facilities (Merk all that wiH be aval!able at lime and place of air event./ 

0 Physician QFiretruck 0 Other, Specify 

0 Ambulance 0 Crash wagon 

15. Air Traffic control (Describe method of COlli rolling traffic, including provision for antvsl and departure of scheduled aircraft.} 

16. Stlledule of events (include antval and departure of scheduled aln::ratt and other pariods the airport maybe opsn.) 

Hour Date Event 

(a) (b) (c) 

, . 

~ .. > 

If sufficient space is not available, the entire schedule of events may be submitted on sepatate sheets, In the order and manner indicated above. 

PleaseRe? 

The undersigned applicant accepts full responsibility for the strict observance of the terms of the Certificate 

of Waiver or Authorization, and understands that the authorizanon contained In such certificate will be strictly 

limited to the above described operation. 

17. Certification ·I CERTIFY that the forag~ statements are true. 

Dale S~nat~~MI~ 

0!1?3/1~ j!j)~ Remarks / ~ 

~ 

SEEATIACHED 

FAA Form 7711·2 (6/Cl8) Superse(fes Previous Ed11lon 

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