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Aerial Perspective Northwest September 13,2015 

Owner and operator: larry Haffner 

35708 S. E. Hurlburt Road 

Corbett, Oregon 97019 

Office: 503 695 5644 

Cell: 503 705 3781 

lanyapnw@gmail.om 

U.S. Department of Transportation 

Docket Management System 

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Rm. 

W12-140 

Washington, DC 20590-0001 

RE: Exemption Request Section 333 of the FAA Reform Ad of 2012 

Attachments: 1) 3DRobotics Iris+ User Manual vA 9 September 2014 

2) 30Robotics Iris+ Flight Checklist Published 2014 

3) Overview of business intent, qualifications, and specifications 

References: 1) FAA Exemption No. 11138, Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2014-0481 in 

the matter of the petition of DOUGLAS TRUDEAU 

2) FAA Exemption No. 11136, Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2014-0508 in 

the matter of the petition of ADVANCED AVIATION SOLUTIONS LLC 

3) FAA Exemption No. 11080 Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2014-0355 in 

the matter of the petition of FlYING CAM INC 

Dear Sir or Madam, 

In accordance with the FAA's Guidelines for SUbmitting a Petition for Exemption under 

section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Refonn Act of 2012, I larry Haffner, referred to 

hereafter as the petitioner, request exemption from the following sections of Title 14, 

Code of Federal Regulations 

61.113(a); 61.113(b); 91.119(c); 91.121; 91.151(a); 91.405(a); 91.407(a)(1); 91.409 

(a)(1); 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a) & (b); 

In order to operate small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) commercially in airspace 

regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the purposes of aerial 

photography, cinematography, videography, mapping, crop surveying, inspections and 

other flight operations that could be performed safely and more cost effectively with the 

use of small UAS at low altitude (less than 200 feet) within the U.S. national airspace system as 

compared to a manned aircraft. Operations will be performed only at the request of and with the 

authorization and permission of clients or their authorized agents in order to facilitate 

commerce and raise awareness of the beneficial uses of small unmanned air systems. 

So long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined 

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herein or as may be established by the FAA as required by Section 333. The conditions 

identified and proposed by the petitioner are drawn from references 1-3. 

TheFARs 

The petitioner seeks exemption from the above mentioned FARs for the following 

reasons; 

61.113(a) & (b); The petitioner requests relief in on:fer to facilitate the utilization of pilots, 

who hold a PRIVATE PILOT (or greater) certificate. Any pilots operating under this 

exemption would be required to comply with any conditions as set forth and in a similar 

fashion to the previously granted exemptions. 

91.119(c) As discussed in Exemption 11138 (DOUGLAS TRUDEAU), operations 

conducted closer than 500 feet to the ground may require that the UA be operated 

closer than 500 feet to essential persons, or objects that would not be possible without 

additional relief. The petitioner requests modification, waiver or exemption and 

clarification concerning the terms "congested areas" and "densely populated". The 

petitioner requests waiver for this condition to allow reasonable and responsible 

operations in areas of subdivisions and neighborhoods if required. 

91.121 As discussed in Exemption 11138 (DOUGLAS TRUDEAU) is inapplicable since 

the UAS does not have an altimeter and instead utilizes electronic GPS with a 

barometric sensor for altitude information above takeoff. 

91.151(a) As discussed in Exemption 11136 (ADVANCED AVIATION SOLUTIONS 

LLC) prior relief has been granted for manned aircraft to operate at less than the 

prescribed minimums, including Exemption Nos. 2689, 5745, and 10650. In addition, 

similar UAS-specific relief has been granted in Exemption Nos. 8811, 10808, and 10673 

for daytime, VFR conditions. The UAS provides battery power remaining in voltage to 

the PIC. The UA batteries provide approximatety 15 minutes of powered flight. 

Information provided in the operating documents discusses procedures regarding 

remaining battery power management. Those documents contain a con<fltion in which 

the PIC will initiate a landing procedure when battery remaining reaches a specified 

level. Given the limitations on proposed operations and the location of those proposed 

operations, The FAA found that a reduced minimum power reserve for flight in daytime 

VFR conditions was reasonable. 

91.405(a); 91.407(a)(1); 91.409 (a)(1) & (2); 91.417(a) & (b) As discussed in Exemption 

11138 (DOUGLAS TRUDEAU), The petitioner proposes to inspect and ensure that the 

UAS is in a condition for safe flight in accordance with the operating documents. The 

FAA found that adherence to the petitioner's operating documents and the conditions 

and limitations specified, describing the requirements for maintenance, inspection, and 

recordkeeping, were sufficient to ensure that safety would not be adversely affected. 

TheUAS 

The 30Robotics Iris + is a highly successful consumer grade small rotorcraft in the quadcopter 

configuration with an advertised weight of less than 4.3 pounds. Designed primarily to carry aloft a 

high definition camera. It has an advertised maximum speed of less than 33 knots (15rnls) and a 

maximum climb rate of less than 1200 feet per minute (6 m/s). It is powered by four electric motors 

with a distance between motors of less than 16 inches) It utilizes an internal inertial measuring unit 

(IMU) with integrated barometric sensor augmented with global positioning system (GPS) to 

maintain its geospatial orientation and position. It is controlled primarily through an FCC certified 

radio control (RC) unit. Real time video and telemetry information is transmitted back to a ground 

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control station allowing the operator and/or PIC to monitor battery level, GPS signal strength, 

altitude (AGL). distance from PIC, camera imagery, and control camera angle. It has failsafe modes 

of operation for either loss of RC or GPS signal. Altitude can be limited by the onboard flight 

controller and maximum altitude can be preprogrammed by the PIC. Battery life limits flight times to 

approximately 15 minutes. The onboard flight controller will warn the pilot via telemetry and external 

lighting cues before reaching a low battery state. An automatic termination of flight and landing will 

be initiated when the battery reaches a predetermined tow state. It is anticipated that flights wiH 

usually last less than 8 minutes. More information is available in attachment 1 or 

htto:/lwww.3df.comfarisfmfo 

Risk mitigation 

The petitioner has reviewed FAA exemptions reference's 1-3 Conditions and Umitations 

section and believes that the procedures specified therein are reasonable and will be utilized in 

order to manage and mitigate risk and ensure public safety. A preflight checklist will be utilized to 

ensure that the UA airworthiness will be verified before launch. Airworthiness wiD be maintained by 

performance of routine inspections before each flight, maintaining flight and maintenance logs to 

record time on failure-prone components. This includes but is not limited to, security of legs, motor 

mounts, prop hubs, prop condition, Battery security latch, camera mount, and gimble mount, 

Batteries wiH be checked for full charge before takeoff. 

The petitioner requests that in a manner similar to reference 3, he be allowed to operate 

within 5 miles of an airport provided that; 

"The UA may not operate in Class 8, C, or 0 airspace without written approval from 

the FAA. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of the geographic center of a 

non-towered airport as denoted on a current FAA published aeronautical chart unless a 

letter of agreement with that airport's management is obtained, and the operation is 

conducted in accordance with a NOT AM as required by the operator's COA. The letter of 

agreement with the airport management must be made available to the Administrator upon 

request." 

However, the petitioner requests that the UAV may be operated within 5 miles of a towered or 

non-towered airport without a signed agreement as long as the UAV maintains a minimum of 500 

foot lateral distance from the airport boundary with one mile distance from the boundary on a 

precision approach AND remains below 100 ft AGL. 

Operations within 5 miles of an airport are not anticipated to be routine but the petitioner 

is requesting a mechanism to facilitate such activities without requesting a new and 

separate exemption(s) should the need arise. Operations within dass 8 airspace are 

not requested due to the lack of mode C transponder. 

Public interest 

Use of the UAS in lieu of a manned aircraft would enhance safety and reduce the environmental 

impact as compared to similar operations conducted with manned aircraft of greater proportions, 

carrying a crew and flammable fuel. Additionally, use of the UAS in cm:Jer to facilitate commerce 

could lead to economic growth. Operations for this petition wiD enable service for property owners or 

their designees seeking an enhanced perspective for characteristics, amenities, and benefits of their 

desired photographic subjects that cannot be displayed through ground level 

videography/photography. Aerial photography is a valuable marketing tool that can lead to 

increased commerce and enhance personal photography. Crop surveying applications could lead to 

decreased use of pesticides and fertilizer and conservation of water as well as increased crop 

yields and decreased costs. Aerial surveying and inspections can increase work site efficiency, 

improve resultsand reduce risks. The petitioner will provide clients with photographic data for these 

purposes on a 'for hire' basis acting as an independent contractor. UAV will remain within visual 

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contact by the pilot or a VO at aH times. A visual observer (VO) may utilize a dual radio, press to 

talk, for instant communication. One sentence voice commands will be pre briefed. Usbility 

insurance wiD be obtained commensurate with the granting of this request for exemption. Flight data 

including UA flight time, Control Unit operation time, incident, accident, and details concerning any 

deviations from normal operations wiH be available to FAA for use in collecting data regarding the 

use of UAS as part of this application. This data may be submitted to FAA via traditional means, e.g. 

COA Monthly Reports, or other means as required. 

Conclusion 

The petitioner is requesting this exemption for the purposes of "aerial photography, cinematography, 

videography, mapping, crop surveying, inspections and other flight operations". The reason for such 

a general and broad based request is that the petitioner wishes to utilize a business strategy of 

horizontal integration and maximize economies of scope in order to capitalize on opportunities as 

they may arise in the future without the long turnaround time associated with additional exemptions. 

The petitione(s business model is based on the idea of offering ad hoc small UAS services to 

individuals or companies who wish to employ these services as a safe, effective, and legal option to 

enhance their business. The petitioner's own market research shows pent up demand for these 

services currenUy exists The petitioner has identified municipal agencies, universities, realtors and 

property managers would benefit from the operation requested in this application. The primary 

purpose of seeking this exemption is to obtain the capability to offer those services while remaining 

in compliance. The petitioner has 49 years of experience in commercial aviation and many modes of 

parachuting with aerial photography as a hobby, and holds an, AIRLINE TRANSPORT PILOT 

Certificate, as well as a current third class medical certificate. 

Respectfully submitted, 

17- JJ;;,L4 

Larry Haffner 

ATP 1687233 

 

Meet I Rl S. 

Thank you for purchasing IRIS. 

IRIS is a personal aerial imaging platform powered by open-source 

hardware, software, and firmware. Please read this manual carefully 

before your first flight and pay close attention to safety information. 

Happy flying! 

Important note: When using a Go Pro with IRIS, always 

ensure that the WiFi on the GoPro is turned OFF. 

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safety button 

Parts 

Controller 

your direct link to IRIS 

Ground station radio 

with USB and Android adapters 

Battery kit 

battery, guard bag, and charger 

with international travel adapters 

Propellers and tool kit 

four propellers with propeller tool and 

small, medium, and large hex keys 

(1.5 mm, 2 mm, and 3 mm) 

Tall legs 

Switch to tall legs to use IRIS with the Tarot 

Gimbal or for extra clearance on landing. 

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C>llf. 

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lith rrr 

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Use the small (1.5 mm) hex 

key to loosen the set screw 

in the bottom of the leg. 

Slide out the leg to remove it, and replace with the tall leg. 

Tighten the set screw until it sits flush with the surface. 

Do not tighten the screw beyond this point 
 

 lithium polymer (LiPo) battery. Store 

arge fully before flying. Batteries must 

rge before your first flight. Each full 

s of flight time without a gimbal and 

rot Gimbal.* 

Connect the red cable to the 

+ port and the black cable 

to the - port. 

0 

0 

LiPo 3A 

+-····--·· 

Secure battery inside the guard bag 

while charging. Charge until the status 

indicator displays green. 

• Chal'lilll • Complete 

*Flight time varies with payload, wind conditions, altitude, 

temperature, humidity, flying style, and pilot skill. See the Flight 

Checklist for instructions on managing battery levels during flight. 

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 black nuts and two with silver nuts. 

uts to the motors with black tops and 

he motors with silver tops. 

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ocking direction symbols. LJ 

f the locking symbol. The propellers will 

ors when you arm IRIS before takeoff. 

For propellers with silver nuts: 

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ch. Q Spin counterclockwise • to attach. 

 

.,...C\ Spin clockwise to 

• remove. 

! · ':uve, hold the motor in place with 

the propeller tool, and spin the propeller 

in the direction of the unlocking symbol. 

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Learn to Fly 

Maneuver IRIS in flight using 

the controller sticks. 

Throttle 

Move the left stick up and down to control altitude. 

To take off and to 

gain altitude, raise the 

throttle stick slightly 

above center position. 

Set the throttle stick 

to center to maintain 

the current altitude. 

Lower the throttle 

stick below center 

to decrease altitude. 

Set the throttle stick 

fully down to land 

once IRIS is a few 

inches above the 

ground. 

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left stick 

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0 

0 

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Yaw 

Move the left stick horizontally to rotate IRIS 

For a slow rotation, move the stick slightly aw

in either direction. Moving the stick farther fr

a faster rotation. 

Move the stick to 

the left to rotate 

counterclockwise. 

Move the stick 

to the right to 

rotate clockwise. 

Release the stick to 

stop rotating and 

maintain the current 

orientation. 

Fllaht11p 

left stick 

0 0 

When adj-usting orientation, move the left stick ho

vertical position. 
rol IRIS' position in the air. Move the right 

rection: forward (toward the blue arms), 

t (toward the left arms), or right (towards 

e the stick from the center before releasing 

right stick 

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on. The blue arms and white lights face 

lights face backward. Before using the right 

outward orientation so that the black arms and 

ue arms and white lights face away from you. 

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Flight Modes 

IRIS includes three flight modes: manual flight 

(STD-altitude hold), hover mode (LTR-Ioiter), and 

mission flight (AUTO). Use the switch on the 

right side o"f the controller to select a flight mode. 

Standard (altitude hold mode) 

STD 

fly manually 

Start your flight in standard to select altitude hold 

mode, and fly IRIS manually using the controller. 

Loiter mode 

LTR 

hover 

Select loiter to set IRIS to hover in place automatically. Use the 

controller to adjust IRIS' position then release the sticks to hold 

that position. Loiter is a great way for beginners to learn how to fly! 

If you're new to flying, start your first flight in loiter instead of standard. 

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omous mission. IRIS will 

aypoints saved to the autopilot. 

ons on planning and flying missions. 

parately), and use the TILT knob to 

n flight. Visit 3dr.com/iris/info for 

d your flight and land IRIS at its 

ate land, set the throttle stick fully 

y disarm after landing. IRIS will not 

throttle stick is set fully down. 

anding, use the 

 IRIS' position. ()(#) ()(Q} 

Return to Launch (RTL) 

land at the launch point 

Set the RTL switch to ON to end your flight and return 

IRIS to the launch point automatically. Ensure that the 

RTL switch is set to OFF before takeoff. 

15 meters 

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When commanded to RTL, IRIS will: 

1 Achieve minimum altitude of 15 m (50 ft) 

or maintain current altitude if above 15 m. 

2 Move to launch point and loiter for 5 seconds. 

3 land at launch point. 

Reposition during landing: During landing, use the 

right si:ick on the controller to adjust IRIS' position. 

Geofence 

hover 5 seconds 

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launch point 

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A safety fence restricts IRIS to within 300 meters (980 feet) of the 

launch point and under 100 meters (320 feet) in altitude. If IRIS reaches 

the edge of the geofence, it will initiate an automatic return to launch. 

300m 

•ooml l -

\ . • launch point 

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from people and buildings, and 

list and a fully charged battery. 

ying area before takeoff, and select 

nch point. Follow these preflight 

own here and on the Flight Checklist 

oller antenna up 

tenna down for 

gnal. 

witch to standard (STD). 

 flying, try starting your first 

LTR) instead of standard. 

 RTL switch 

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Connect battery. 

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Press and hold the ON button on the controller to 

view flight data from IRIS. See the Flight Checklist -

for more information about controller flight dqta. 

Press the sides of the battery 

compartment together and 

rotate the door down. 

Insert battery, and attach the yellow 

connectors. To close, squeeze the door, 

and rotate up until it clicks into place, ensuring that the battery cables do not 

interfere with the LED cables. 

Place IRIS at the launch point 

with the black arms facing 

towards you and the blue arms 

facing away from you . 

Connect the radio to your ground station, and select Connect. 

An optional ground station lets you view live data in 

flight and unlock IRIS' advanced autonomous features. 

To download a ground station app for you laptop or 

Android device, visit 3dr.com/iris/info. 

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ty button 

 red. 

e. 

dle e e e • Motors active, deactivate before 

handling 

D to view the status of IRIS. Wait 

til you see the blinking green light 

t IRIS has acquired GPS lock. 

estart 

eshooting 

 motors, 

ck down-right 

rs spin. 

ady for takeoff! 

Flight 

@)O 

®0 

Take off and gain altitude by 

raising the left stick slightly 

above center. 

Set the left stick to 

center to maintain 

the current altitude. @)O 

Rotate counterclockwise and 

clockwise by 

moving the left 

stick left and right. 

Fly forward, backward, left, or right 

by moving the right stick in the 

direction you want to fly. 

·'';' 0:· .. . j • ' . Release the right stick to level IRIS. Ja\···o···· ... 

Set the left stick fully 

down to land once IRIS 

is a few inches above 

the ground. 

Lower the left 

stick below center 

to descend . 

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Press safety 

button. 

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old 

wn

otors 

Press the safety 

button until it 

displays blinking 

red to make IRIS 

safe to handle. 

 

Your first flight is now complete! 

Follow the steps shown here and 

on the Flight Checklistevery time 

you fly. 

xercises to help you master flight controls. 

stent altitude while keeping IRIS oriented so 

 the blue arms face away from you. Practice 

vering altitude, and keeping IRIS in place 

orientation or position. If IRIS drifts forward, 

ckwise or counterclockwise, use the 

ct. 

r ability to maintain a consistent hovering 

ractice this, take off, reach your hovering 

ward, and left by making small adjustments 

e box in front of you and not around you. 

e black arms face towards you and blue arms 

of the exercise. 

a box while maintaining altitude and 

attern. Once again, make sure to fly the figure 

you. Use the right stick to create a smooth 

o correct orientation and maintain altitude. 

Planning Missions 

To plan a mission, download a ground station application from 

3dr.com/iris/info, and install onto your laptop or Android device. 

• DroidPianner 2 for Android • II Mission Planner for Windows 

Power IRIS, connect the radio to your laptop 

or Android device, and select Connect. 

APM Planner for OS X 

• 

Connect the blue end of the 

Android adapter to your device 

and the black end to the radio. 

Select Connect. 

·•· Connect the USB ad&pter·tO.the • radio and your laptop, Seltet 

AUTO, 57600, and Connect. 

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Configure waypoints. 

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Select £dlt ancUap to adcl 

waypoints, or !llelect W\e bNsh 

tool and draw a path for tRIS 

to follow. 

. :·:. :·•"T• 

·• Select tb 

• add waypOlnts. Seft!ctlhePJen 

arrows at the bottorri of the· · 

screen to configure and 

change wayp<)lnt types. 

• 

Save the mission to IRIS. 

• 

Select the option menu in 

the tOP· right corner, and 

select Send Mission. 

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• Select Write WPs . 

When flying missions, we recommend changing the GPS 

failsafe behavior to set IRIS to land in the event of a loss of 

GPS signal. For instructions, visit 3dr.com/iris/info. 

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Arm IRIS In standard. 

When you're ready 

to start the mission, 

arm IRIS in standard 

(STD). 

 a takeoff waypoint into 

switch to AUTO on the 

ise the throttle to initiate 

 you did not add a takeoff @)a 0 

ch to AUTO mode after 

ate the mission in flight. 

uring a mission, 

ler to switch 

TD) and land 

witch to RTL, 

ally return to 

nt. 

ion is complete and IRIS has landed, 

er to switch to standard (STD) then 

ceed with the postflight steps. 

 automatic landing waypoint to your 

ll disarm automatically after landing. 

Specifications 

Autopilot: 

Firmware: 

GPS: 

Telemetry radio: 

Motors: Frame type: 

Pixhawk v2.4.5 

ArduCopter 3.2 

3DR uBiox GPS with Compass (LEA-6H module, S Hz update) 3DR Radio Telemetry v2 (915 mHz or 433 mHz) 

920kV 

v 

Propellers: 9.5 x 4.5 T-Motor multi rotor self-tightening counterclockwise (2) 

9.5 x 4.5 T-Motor multi rotor self-tightening clockwise (2) 

Battery: 3S 5.1 Ah 8C lithium polymer 

Low battery voltage: 10.5 V 

Maximum voltage: 

Battery cell limit: 

12.6 v 

3S 

IRIS is compatible with 35 lithium polymer b._tteries only. 

Using a 4S battery can cause permanent damage to the gimbal electronics and will void 

the warranty. 

Payload capacity: 

Radio range: 

Flight time: 

Resources 

Hardware: 

Firmware: 

Software: 

3DR Store: 

Community: 

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400 g (.8 lbs) 

up to 1 km (.6 miles) 

16-22 minutes, depending on payload 

3dr.com/iris/info 

copter.ardupilot.com 

planner.ardupilot.com and planner2.ardupilot.com 

store.3dr.com 

diydrones.com 

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l~is+ FHght Checklist 

Power on controller; ·. Connect Go outside to 

an open area! set to STD and RTl OFF. .. charged battery. 

Place IRIS at 

launch point. 

Press and hold safety 

button until solid red. 

Check 

'LED. 

Arm 

motors. 

Choose a clear launch e e e e 

point, and face IRIS 

away from you. 

LED 

• • • • Initializing, please wait 

0. 0. Acquiring GPS, please wait 

0 • 0 • Autopilot ready, GPS locked 

•••• Armed 

Safety Button 

0 • 0 • Motors inactive, safe to 

handle 

Flight Modes 

e Standard position 

(altitude hold mode) 

STO 

fly monually 

The motors are 

now active. 

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Stand back! 

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oeoe 

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Hold left stick downright until motors spin. 

Loss of RC signal, automatic landing 

li) Low battery, automatic landing 

li) Loss of GPS signal, switch to manual 

System error, see troubleshooting guide 

•••• Motors active, deactivate before 

handling (see reverse) 

S loiter mode 

LTR 

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hover 

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AUlO 

fly a mission ~ Return to launch 

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land at the launch point 

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~ Land 

CH7 

land at the cunetlt position 

Control gimbal 

TILT 

tilt the camera down and up 
Con!~oller Flight Data 

Pres~ and hold the ON button to access the flight data screens. 

Press ON again to toggle between screens. 

GPS status 

connection strength 

altitude in meters 

speed in m/s 

meters from launch point 

flight time 

current latitude 

current longitude 

altitude in meters 

Flight 

current flight mode 

GPS signal strength in# of 

satellites 

flight battery level (10.5·12.6 V) 

flight battery mAh 

consumed since armed 

End your flight at 10.7 V. 

Do not exceed 4000 mAh for 

a fully charged IRIS• battery 

(80% of available capacity). 

controller battery level (9-12 V) 

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Postflight 

Raise left stick above Set left stick to center Move left stick left 

center to take off and to maintain altitude. and right to rotate. 

gain altitude. 

O(Q)O@~O\WO 

Use right stick to fly forward, 

backward, left, and right. 

Disarm 

motors. 

Press safety 

button. 

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Hold left stick down- Press and hold until 

left until motors stop. blinking red to deactivate. 

Lower left stick below Set left stick fully down to 

center to descend. land when near the ground. 

Disconnect 

battery. 

Power off 

controller. 
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PETITION FOR Sec 333 Exemption 

Pilot qualifications, specifications, and operational restrictions 

By: Aerial Perspective Northwest 

Owned and operated by Larry Gail Haffner 

35708 S. E. Hurlburt Road 

Corbett, Oregon 97019 

ATP:1687233 

Physical: Current 3rd class 

Personal Statement of Qualifications and intended Use 

As a professional pilot for most of my career, I have decided to start a business with an Iris+ quadcopter 

and wish to use it for videography and cinematography for compensation and hire in approved 

environments. My qualifications flying everything from C-141's in the service to BE-400 and Citation V 

for time share jet service should easily fulfill the requirements for knowledge and identification of 

controlled airspace and the importance of avoiding conflict with manned aircraft. I hold an ATP rating 

with a current third class flight physical. I do not believe that a manned pilot license or physical should 

be required to operate a UAV but I do believe there should be a requirement to have full knowledge of 

all classes of airspace and 20/40 corrected vision with good depth perception and color identification . 

My intent Is to fly in only authorized areas that have been approved by either the owner or the 

controlling authority. Where overflight might occur in order to achieve desired results for the target 

area, permission will also be sought out. The craft will always maintain no more than 300 feet AGL or 

below. Maintaining visual contact with the bird at all times is necessary for safety and prevention of 

damage to the craft. A second Visual Observer (VO) with two way radio and press to talk capability will 

be employed when required. In atl cases, permission will be obtained from all land owners over which 

the craft is to be flown. 

UAV Spedfcations and effect on Intended Use 

Iris Plus Quadcopter 

Auto Pilot Pixhawk v2.4.5 

Firmware ArduCopter 3.2 

Max crosswind without GPS lock: 15 MPH 

Max crosswind and headwind with GPS lock: 25 MPH 

Telemetry Radio 3DR v2 915 mHz 

Motors (4) 920 kV 

Power Source, 35 5.1Ah 8C lithium polymer 

Tarot Gimbal 

Camera: GoPro 4 Silver 

Performance: 

Max speed: 33 MPH 

Range: 0.6 miles horizontal and vertical, limited by radio strength 

Flight Time: 15 minutes max with camera 

Payload 0.8 lbs 

Max Weight: 4.5 fb 
Span: 25 in. 

length: 21 in. 

Controller 

Flysky TH9X 9 channel 

Monitor Screen 

Black Pearl, 32 channel, 5.8 GHz 

Intended Flight Parameters 

Manual and remote flight only operations when obstacles are within 45 ft horizontal distance 

Auto flight plan capability will be used whenever above horizontal clearance is assured and vertical 

clearance is confirmed of 20 ft. minimum on all obstacles by an on site visit immediately prior to flight. 

Auto flight plans will be programed for track, airspeed, camera target, and altitude. 

Auto flight plans will be tracked as flown and bird position shown at all times. 

The goals of this business can best be obtained by using the following guidelines: 

Max speed: 10 MPH 

Max altitude: 300 AGL 

Max distance: 0.5 mile 

Horizontal distance from non flight personnel <50 ft. 

Min altitude over briefed, interested parties: 100 ft. 

Visibility: As required to maintain visual contact 

Cloud clearance: Clear of clouds 

Max mission time: 13 min or NLT 10.7V 

Night flights: Allowed if flown first in daylight 

Emergency Return Capability 

With 25% or less power on bird or controller, UAV will return to launch point at flight altitude or higher 

if programmed. 

Geo Fence capability may be activated prior to flight which will prevent flight out of immediate 

operational area 

In case of craft straying off course, PIC may recall craft to launch point (RTL) with one step switch 

activation and no further controller input except optional course correction for landing 

In case of emergency, PIC may command immediate one step switch activation auto landing at any point 

during flight. 

Safety Preflight Checks 

Check all battery voltages for max capacity 

Check props for condition 

Check prop shaft mounting bolts for security 

Check battery compartment closed and locked 

Assure aircraft antennae are in extended position (2) 

Check security and position of controller antennae (3) 

Check gimbal mountings 

Check camera mountings 

Check security of landing struts 

Assure all switches and both sticks are in start and flight mode on controller 

Assure monitor screen is paired and camera is ON 

Press armed button 

Make sure all personnel are dear of launch area 
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Safety in Flight 

Monitor craft voltage and altitude 

Maintain situational awareness 

Monitor aircraft status light on tail and use front and rear position lights for situational awareness 

Use monitor screen for confirming front of aircraft 

Monitor flight track (red) on Android preprogrammed flight track in Flight Data Mode 

If craft is commanded to RTL or RTL's due to min power in AUTO, return to STD immediately after 

landing for ability to shutdown engines after touchdown 

Press steady red light to return to flashing light and safe mode for handling.