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March 4, 2016

SkyVista Imaging, LLC

480 Rockport Cir

Folsom, CA 95630

michael.horning@outlook.com

916-790-9551

U.S. Department of Transportation

Docket Operations

West Building Ground Floor

Room W12-140

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE

Washington, DC 20590-0001

RE: Exemption Request per Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act of 2012

Dear Sir or Madam;

SkyVista Imaging, LLC (“SkyVista Imaging”) seeks authority to commercially operate unmanned 

aircraft systems (UASs) pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 

and the procedures contained within 14 CFR 11. SkyVista Imaging seeks exemption from the 

following Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) to the extent necessary to conduct commercial UAS 

operations in pursuit of its interest to serve customers in the area of aerial data collection and 

related services: 14 CFR Part 21 Subpart H, and 14 CFR §§ 45.23(b), 61.23(a) and (c), 

61.101(e)(4) and (5), 61.113(a) and (b), 61.315(a), 91.7(a), 91.9(b)(2), 91.103(b)(2), 91.109, 

91.119(c), 91.121, 91.151(a)(1), 91.203(a) and (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), 

and 91.417(a) and (b).

A detailed explanation of the requested exemptions is included in Appendix A. 

This petition further describes:

 Operator’s name and address

 SkyVista Imaging’s proposed operations

 The specific applicable regulations where relief is requested

 That SkyVista Imaging will maintain an equivalent level of safety

 The make and model of the unmanned aircraft (UA) for the proposed operations

 That SkyVista Imaging’s operations do not pose a risk to national security

 That grant of the exemption is in the public interest

Operator

SkyVista Imaging, LLC

480 Rockport Cir

Folsom, CA 95630
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Proposed Operations

SkyVista Imaging seeks the requested exemptions in pursuit of its commercial interests to offer an 

array of services utilizing small unmanned aircraft systems, such as: aerial data capture; commercial 

photography/videography/cinematography for real estate, businesses, special events and other 

applications; agriculture and land surveying; aerial mapping; equipment and infrastructure 

inspections; insurance claim reviews; search and rescue; product demonstrations; research and 

development; and UAS operator training.

Further detail about SkyVista Imaging’s operations is included in following sections.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

SkyVista Imaging proposes to operate the following small UASs under this exemption: DJI Phantom

3 Pro, DJI Phantom 3 Advanced, DJI Phantom 4, DJI S900, DJI S1000, DJI S1000+, DJI Matrice 100, DJI 

Inspire 1, DJI Inspire 1 Pro, DJI Inspire 1 RAW, 3DR Solo, senseFly eXom, senseFly eBee, senseFly 

eBee Ag, senseFly eBee RTK, Trimble UX5, Trimble UX5 HP, Trimble ZX5, PrecisionHawk Hawkeye 

MK-III, Yuneec Typhoon Q500, Yuneec Typhoon Q500+, Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4k, Yuneec Typhoon 

H, Yuneec Tornado H920, Yuneec Tornado CG04, Aeryon Skyranger, Honeycomb AgDrone, and the 

ATI AGBOT.

The design and operational characteristics of each UA, including performance, performance 

limitations, safety features, operating procedures and UA loading information are included in the 

manufacturer’s documentation. Links to this information are found in APPENDIX B. All UASs utilize 

the 5.8GHz and/or 2.4GHz frequency bands for control and communications and according to the 

manufacturer are FCC Part 15 compliant.

Airworthiness Certification

All of the proposed UASs for use by SkyVista Imaging are less than 55 lbs and have the required 

features for safe operations. As indicated in exemption grants previously issued (see below), in 

consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the UA and its 

operation, the Secretary of Transportation has previously determined that these aircraft meet the 

conditions of Section 333, and further that relief from 14 CFR part 21, Certification procedures for 

products and parts, Subpart H---Airworthiness Certificates, and any associated noise certification 

and testing requirements of part 36, is not necessary.

UASs Previously Approved by the FAA

UAS Previously Approved in Exemption

DJI Phantom 3 Pro No. 13415 (Martinez Aerial)

DJI S900 No. 11440A (Aerial Optics)

DJI S1000 No. 11811 (Empire Unmanned LLC)

DJI S1000+ No. 11571 (HAZON Solutions, LLC)

DJI Inspire 1 No. 11295 (RoboFlight Systems LLC)
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UASs Previously Approved by the FAA (continued)

UAS Previously Approved in Exemption

DJI Matrice 100 No. 11440A (Aerial Optics)

3DR Solo No. 11832 (AUV, LLC)

senseFly eXom No. 11263A (SenseFly Ltd.)

senseFly eBee No. 11263 (SenseFly Ltd.)

senseFly eBee Ag No. 11167A (Pravia LLC)

senseFly eBee RTK No. 12571 (Landpoint, LLC)

Trimble UX5 No. 11110 (Trimble Navigation Ltd.)

Trimble UX5 HP No. 11110/A/B (Trimble Navigation Ltd.)

Trimble ZX5 No. 11110/A/B (Trimble Navigation Ltd.)

PrecisionHawk Hawkeye MK-III No. 11345 (PrecisionHawk Inc.)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 No. 12402A (Gowdy Brothers Aerospace, LLC)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500+ No. 12684 (AGL Imaging, LLC)

Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4k No. 14301 (Blu Eyz Productions, LLC)

Yuneec Tornado H920 No. 11440A (Aerial Optics)

Aeryon Skyranger No. 11255A (Aviation Unmanned)

Honeycomb Agdrone No. 11625A (DARTdrone, LLC)

ATI AGBOT No. 13752 (Adair UAV LLC)

Additional UASs

From a safety and airworthiness standpoint the following UASs are comparable in type, size, weight, 

speed and operating capabilities to previously approved models. Each of these UA weighs less than 

55 lbs. and has the required features to maintain an equivalent level of safety.

UAS Previously Approved Comparable UAS

DJI Phantom 3 Advanced DJI Phantom 3 Pro

DJI Phantom 4 DJI Phantom 3 Pro

DJI Inspire 1 Pro DJI Inspire 1

DJI Inspire 1 RAW DJI Inspire 1

Yuneec Typhoon H Yuneec Typhoon Q500+

Yuneec Tornado CG04 Yuneec Tornado H920

Detailed information about each UA can be found in Appendix B.

Operations and Safety

SkyVista Imaging LLC is a professional business that will conduct operations in alignment with the 

FAA’s continuing mission to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. 

Operations will be conducted in accordance with the procedures, conditions and limitations as

described in this petition, as well as all applicable FAA regulations concerning the operation of 

unmanned aircraft systems.
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SkyVista Imaging’s operation will be conducted to minimize risk to the National Airspace System 

(NAS), and to persons and property on the ground. The following paragraphs describe key elements 

of SkyVista Imaging’s operations that ensure an equivalent level of safety as required under Section 

333.

1. SkyVista Imaging’s operators have a high regard for safety, and extensive knowledge and 

experience with small unmanned aircraft systems. As licensed pilots, they are well qualified 

to coordinate with general aviation.

2. Each mission will be conducted with a trained and qualified Pilot in Command (PIC).

3. The PIC, who has final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of the UAS 

mission, will possess the appropriate airman certificate as prescribed in 14 CFR part 61, and 

the appropriate medical certificate as prescribed by 14 CFR part 67. The PIC for each UAS 

operation must hold a valid Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot or

Airline Transport Pilot certificate.

4. The PIC is designated before the flight and cannot transfer their designation for the duration 

of the flight.

5. All missions utilize a visual observer (VO), whose main responsibility is to maintain visual 

contact with the UA and watch out for any potential hazards, interference or other concerns 

that could impact flight safety or the safety of persons, structures or vehicles on the ground 

or in the air.

6. The UA is operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all times. The VO 

may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS 

capability. The VO and PIC are able to communicate verbally at all times. Electronic 

messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. 

7. The PIC is responsible for the flight operation and to ensure that the VO can perform the 

duties required of the VO.

8. SkyVista Imaging conducts is operations in accordance with an operations manual. SkyVista 

Imaging refers to this as its Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). All required operating 

documents, including the SkyVista Imaging SOP, are accessible during UAS operation. If a 

discrepancy exists between the operating documents/SOP and conditions and limitations of 

the exemption (assuming the exemption is granted), the latter will take precedence and will 

be followed.

9. Qualifications and training requirements for a PIC are documented in SkyVista Imaging’s

SOP which includes minimum hours of total flight experience as well as minimum flight hour 

requirements for each type of UA.

10. Qualifications and training requirements for a VO are specified in the SOP. The VO training 

requirements include: VO responsibilities, safety and operational procedures, flight plans, 

altitude restrictions, as well as flight proximity and COA restrictions.

11. SkyVista Imaging’s SOPs are under revision control and changes will be tracked. Updated 

and revised documents will be available to present to the Administrator or any law 

enforcement official upon request. If SkyVista Imaging determines that any update or 

revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted the exemption, it will present 

updated documentation to the FAA and petition for an amendment to its grant of 

exemption.

12. To ensure safe operations, SkyVista Imaging’s UASs are maintained in accordance with

manufacturer recommendations for maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and 
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life limit requirements. This applies to the aircraft and critical aircraft components.

Maintenance records for each UAS are kept.

13. Each UAS operated by SkyVista Imaging complies with all manufacturer safety bulletins.

14. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS operation or 

flight characteristics (e.g., replacement of a flight critical component) undergoes a 

functional flight test prior to conducting further flight operations. Functional test flights are 

only conducted by a PIC and VO and will remain at least 500 feet from other people. The 

functional test flight will be conducted in such a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard 

to persons or property.

15. There is a pre-flight review and safety risk assessment before each flight which includes a 

pre-flight UAS operational and safety inspection as well as a review of the flight plan, area of 

intended operations, as well as potential hazards and safety mitigations.

16. The PIC is responsible for the pre-flight UAS operational and safety inspection, and

determines if the UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection accounts for 

all potential discrepancies, e.g., inoperable or damaged components that could affect the 

safety of the flight. If the inspection indicates a safety concern, the UAS not be allowed to 

operate until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is in the proper 

condition for safe flight.

17. SkyVista Imaging does not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the ability 

to safely operate the UAS in accordance with operating procedures and FAA regulations, 

including conditions and limitations specified in the exemption. This includes potential 

evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, 

vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency will be logged in 

a manner consistent with 14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights to train PICs and VOs and to determine

the PIC’s ability to safely operate the UAS will be conducted in accordance with SkyVista

Imaging’s SOP, including conditions and limitations specified in the exemption. Training is 

only conducted during dedicated training sessions. During training and experience building 

flights all persons not essential for flight operations are kept at safe distances.

18. SkyVista Imaging operations are only conducted under visual meteorological conditions and 

are not conducted at night.

19. The UA will not be allowed to operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point 

(ARP) as denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Directory (AFD) or for airports not 

denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport symbol as denoted on the current FAApublished aeronautical chart. However, such operations are permitted if there is a letter of 

agreement with that airport’s management, or if the operation is otherwise permitted by a 

Certificate of Authorization (COA) issued to SkyVista Imaging for such operations. The 

authorizing documents will be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement 

official upon request.

20. The UA will not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet horizontally 

from a cloud, or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC.

21. The SkyVista Imaging UAs will not be operated above a maximum speed of 87 knots (100

miles per hour). Under no circumstances will the UA be operated at airspeeds greater than 

the maximum UA operating airspeed recommended by the UA manufacturer.

22. The UA will be operated at an altitude of 400 feet above ground level (AGL) or less. Altitude 

will be reported in feet.
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23. The UASs operated by SkyVista Imaging have advanced safety features. One such feature 

enables the UA to return to a pre-determined location within the private or controlledaccess property should the UAS lose communication or GPS signal.

24. The PIC operates the UAS with safety first and foremost. The flight will be aborted in the 

event of unpredicted events, obstacles or emergencies that could impact flight safety.

25. The PIC will not begin a flight unless there is enough available power for the UA to conduct 

the intended operation and to continue to operate after that for at least 5 minutes, or with 

the reserve power recommended by the manufacturer, if greater. Wind and forecast 

weather conditions will be factored into the minimum reserve power availability for safe 

operations.

26. All operations will be conducted in accordance with a properly issued COA.

27. The operator will file a request for a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) not more than 72 hours in 

advance, but not less than 48 hours prior to the operation.

28. All aircraft operated by SkyVista Imaging will be identified by serial number and registered 

in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and will have an identifying N-Number marking in 

accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings will be as large as practicable.

29. SkyVista Imaging’s operating documents, which support the safety and quality of its 

operations, including flight operations, as well as documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 

and 91.203 will be available to the PIC at the UAS Ground Control Station any time the UA is 

operating. These documents will also be available to the Administrator or any law 

enforcement official upon request.

30. The PIC ensures that the UA remains clear and gives way to all manned aviation operation 

and activities at all times.

31. The UAS will not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle.

32. All flight operations will be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons, 

vessels, vehicles, and structures unless:

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons 

from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator will ensure that 

nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where 

nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, 

flight operations will be ceased immediately in a manner that ensures the safety of 

nonparticipating persons; and/or

b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission 

for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of 

the risk of operating closer to those objects and determined that it does not present 

an undue hazard.

c. Note: The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered 

nonparticipating persons for the purposes of the above restrictions.

33. All operations will be conducted over private or controlled-access property with permission 

from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from property 

owner/controller or authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be 

conducted.

34. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical 

boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA will be reported to the 

FAA’s UAS Integration Office within 24 hours. Accidents will be reported to the National 

Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB web site.
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Public Interest

Approval of SkyVista Imaging’s exemption petition is in the public interest. SkyVista Imaging’s 

services will expand the public’s access to beneficial aerial data capture services that may have 

been previously unavailable to individuals and businesses. In addition, SkyVista Imaging intends to 

offer precision agriculture related services that enable increased farming efficiencies and reduced 

environmental impacts through the reduction of fertilizer application and other improved methods. 

SkyVista Imaging’s operations will also facilitate reduced environmental impact and enhanced 

public safety through the use of small lightweight electric powered unmanned aircraft with 

advanced safety features, and carrying no passengers or crew, to conduct operations that would 

otherwise be accomplished by manned aircraft of significantly greater proportions, carrying crew in 

addition to significant amounts of flammable fuel. For these reasons, the FAA has good cause to 

find that granting this exemption is in the public interest.

National Security

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) conducts security screenings of certified airmen. 

SkyVista Imaging’s UA pilots are certified airmen, which have been screened by the TSA. Given this 

and the limited size, weight, speed, load carrying capability, and carefully controlled operations 

described herein, grant of this exemption poses no threat to national security. 

Federal Register Publication

Pursuant to 14 CFR Part 11, a summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register, should it 

be determined that publication is needed. This summary is found in APPENDIX C.

SUMMARY

SkyVista Imaging, LLC respectfully requests, without delay, an exemption under Section 333 to 

enable SkyVista Imaging, LLC to conduct safe, low-risk commercial unmanned aircraft system 

operations for aerial data capture and other activities as described in this petition.

Thank you very much in advance for your prompt consideration of this request.

Sincerely,

Michael S. Horning

Managing Partner

SkyVista Imaging, LLC

michael.horning@outlook.com

916-790-9551
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APPENDIX A

FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION EXEMPTION REQUEST DETAIL

Unless otherwise specified, the UAS, UAS PIC and UAS operations will comply with all applicable parts of 

14 CFR including, but not limited to, parts 45, 47, 61 and 91.

SkyVista Imaging, LLC requests exemption from the following requirements to the extent necessary to 

allow the petitioner to operate an UAS to perform aerial data collection and other activities as described 

in this petition.

14 CFR Part 21 Subpart H

The FAA has indicated in previous exemptions (e.g., Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, 11213, and 

12645) that airworthiness certification in accordance with 14 CFR part 21 is not necessary.

14 CFR 45.23 (b) – Marking of the Aircraft

All aircraft operated by SkyVista Imaging will be identified by serial number and be registered in 

accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and will have an identifying N-Number marking in accordance with 

14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Additionally, the word “Experimental” will be placed on the fuselage in 

compliance with §45.29 (f). Markings will be as large as practicable.

14 CFR 61.23 (a) & (c) – Medical Certificates 

The PIC, who has final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of the UAS mission, 

will possess the appropriate airman certificate as prescribed in 14 CFR part 61, and the appropriate 

medical certificate as prescribed by 14 CFR part 67. The PIC for each UAS operation must hold a 

valid Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Private Pilot, Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot 

certificate.

14 CFR 61.101 (e)(4) & (5) – Recreational Pilot Privileges and Limitations

These sections prohibit a recreational pilot from compensation, hire, or furtherance of a business. 

The FAA has previously granted this exemption (e.g., Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, 11213, and 

12645).

14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b) – Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations 

Sections 61.113 (a) & (b) limit private pilots to non-commercial operations. SkyVista Imaging 

requests an exemption from these requirements so that it can conduct commercial operations 

using UASs operated by PICs that have a Sport Pilot license, or greater. The UA will not carry a 

pilot or passengers, and the proposed operations are limited in such a manner as to achieve an 

equivalent level of safety. The FAA has previously granted this exemption (e.g., Nos. 11062, 

11109, 11112, 11213, and 12645).

14 CFR 315 (a) – Sport Pilot Restrictions

This section prohibits a Sport Pilot from compensation, hire, or furtherance of a business. The FAA 

has previously granted this exemption (e.g., Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, 11213, and 12645).
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APPENDIX A (continued)

FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION EXEMPTION REQUEST DETAIL

14 CFR 91.7 (a) – Prohibits the Operation of an Aircraft without an Airworthiness Certificate

Since no such certificate will be applicable in the form contemplated by the FARs, this regulation is 

not applicable.

14 CFR 91.9 (b)(2) – Civil Aircraft Flight Manual, Marking, and Placard Requirements

Given the size and configuration, the UA has no ability to carry a flight manual on the aircraft. There 

is no pilot on board to benefit from a flight manual. An equivalent level of safety will be maintained 

by keeping the flight manual at the ground station where the UAS pilot will have immediate access 

to it.

14 CFR 91.103 (b)(2) – Preflight Action

This section concerns actions necessary by the PIC to prepare for safe flight. SkyVista Imaging will 

achieve an equivalent level of safety by requiring each PIC, before beginning a flight, to become 

familiar with all available information concerning that flight, including (but not limited to): weather 

conditions, flight battery requirements, safe takeoff and landing areas, UA performance data and 

alternatives in case the intended flight cannot be accomplished.

14 CFR 91.109 – Flight Instruction

UASs do not have fully functional dual controls. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved as 

follows: a) the UA does not carry any personnel; b) the UA characteristics are inherently safer in 

that they weigh less than 55 lbs and do not carry any combustible fuel; c) during training 

operations, all flight operations will be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating 

persons, vessels, vehicles and structures.

14 CFR 91.119 (c) – Minimum Safe Altitudes

In order to avoid potential interference with conventional manned aircraft, the UA will never be 

operated at an altitude higher than 400 feet AGL. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved 

given the size, weight, maneuverability and speed of the UAS; and also in the proximity limitations 

as described in other parts of this petition. 

14 CFR 91.121 – Altimeter Settings

The take-off location is the most appropriate place for the altimeter to be set since the UAS is 

operated within visual line of sight of that location. The UA transmits the altitude to the control unit 

operated by the PIC. The PIC is responsible to maintain the proper altitude for the duration of the 

flight. 
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APPENDIX A (continued)

FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION EXEMPTION REQUEST DETAIL

14 CFR 91.151 (a)(1) – Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions

Since the average UAS flight time is typically less than 30 minutes, it is not appropriate to have a 

reserve time of 30 minutes. The PIC will not begin a flight unless there is enough available power for 

the UA to conduct the intended operation and to continue to operate after that for at least 5 

minutes, or with the reserve power recommended by the manufacturer, if greater. Wind and 

forecast weather conditions will be factored into the minimum reserve power availability for safe 

operations.

14 CFR 91.203 (a) & (b) – Civil Aircraft: Certifications Required

The FAA has indicated in previous exemptions (e.g., Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, 11213, and 

12645) that airworthiness certification in accordance with 14 CFR part 21 is not necessary. As 

such, the requirements in 14 CFR 91.203 to carry and display airworthiness certifications do not 

apply. SkyVista Imaging will keep appropriate documentation, such as its list of approved and 

registered UA, at the ground control station.

14 CFR 91.405 (a);

14 CFR 91.407 (a)(1);

14 CFR 91.409 (a)(1) & (2);

14 CFR 91.417 (a) & (b) – Maintenance Related Sections

Given these sections apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate; these sections do not apply 

to the applicant. As a safety precaution, the operator will maintain each UAS in accordance with 

manufacturer’s recommendations and SkyVista Imaging’s SOPs, including recordkeeping. The 

operator will also perform preflight inspections and ensure UAS is in working condition before 

initiating each flight.
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APPENDIX B

ADDITIONAL UAS INFORMATION

Link to DJI Phantom 3 Pro/Advanced Manual:

https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/phantom_3/en/Phantom_3_Professional_User_Manual__V1.6.pdf

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/phantom_3/en/Phantom%203%20Safety%20Guidelines%20and%20Disclaimer.pdf

Link to DJI S900 Manual:

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/s900/en/S900_User_Manual_en_v1.4.pdf

Link to DJI S1000 Manual:

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/s1000/en/S1000_User_Manual_v1.10_en.pdf

Link to DJI S1000+ Manual:

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/s1000_plus/en/S1000%EF%BC%8B_User_Manual_en_v1.4.pdf

Link to DJI Matrice Manual:

http://download.dji-innovations.com/downloads/dev/Matrice/en/M100_User_Manual_v1.0_en.pdf

Link to DJI Inspire 1 Manual:

https://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/inspire_1/en/Inspire_1_User_Manual_en_v2.0_1218.pdf

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/inspire_1/en/Inspire_1_Safety_Guidelines_and_Disclaimer_v1.2_en.pdf

Link to DJI Inspire 1 Pro/RAW Manual:

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/inspire_1_pro/en/Inspire_1_Pro_User_Manual_en_v1.0_1201.pdf

http://dl.djicdn.com/downloads/inspire_1_pro/en/Inspire_Series_Disclaimer_and_Safety_Guidelines_v1.2_en.pdf

Link to DJI Phantom 4 Information:

Note: As of the petition submission date the Phantom 4 is in a pre-release status. It is part of the DJI Phantom

family of unmanned aerial systems. Several members of the family have already been approved in previous 

petitions (e.g., Phantom 3 Pro; Exemption No. 13415 Martinez Aerial). From a safety and airworthiness standpoint 

the Phantom 4 is comparable in type, size, weight, speed and operating capabilities to the previously approved 

models.

http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-4

Link to 3DR Solo Manual:

https://3dr.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/v8_02_05_16.pdf

Link to senseFly eXom Information:

https://www.sensefly.com/fileadmin/user_upload/sensefly/documents/brochures/eXom-brochure-en.pdf

Link to senseFly eBee Manual:

https://www.sensefly.com/fileadmin/user_upload/sensefly/documents/brochures/eBee_en.pdf
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APPENDIX B (continued)

ADDITIONAL UAS INFORMATION

Link to senseFly eBee Ag Manual:

https://www.sensefly.com/fileadmin/user_upload/sensefly/documents/brochures/eBee_Ag_en.pdf

Link to senseFly eBee RTK Manual:

https://www.sensefly.com/fileadmin/user_upload/sensefly/documents/brochures/eBee_RTK_en.pdf

Link to Trimble UX5 Manual:

http://trl.trimble.com/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-664301/022543-576B_TrimbleUX5_DS_US_0615_LR.pdf

Link to Trimble UX5 HP Manual:

http://trl.trimble.com/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-796965/UX5%20HP_UserGuide_AerialImagingv2.1_RevB_ENG.pdf

Link to Trimble ZX5 Manual:

http://trl.trimble.com/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-793405/Trimble%20ZX5%20Operations%20Manual.pdf

Link to PrecisionHawk Hawkeye MK-III Information:

http://www.precisionhawk.com/

Link to Yuneec Typhoon Q500 Manual:

http://www.yuneec.com/download/manuals/typhoon_q500_instruction_manual_v2.1.pdf

Link to Yuneec Typhoon Q500+ Manual:

http://www.yuneec.com/download/manuals/typhoon_q500plus_user_manual_v2.0.pdf

Link to Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4k Manual:

http://www.yuneec.com/download/manuals/Typhoon%20Q500%204k-%20User%20Manual%20V12302015.pdf

Link to Yuneec Typhoon H Information:

Note: As of the petition submission date the Typhoon H is in a pre-release status. It is part of the Yuneec Typhoon 

family of unmanned aerial systems. Several members of the family have already been approved in previous 

petitions (e.g., Yuneec Typhoon Q500+; Exemption No. 12684 AGL Imaging LLC). From a safety and airworthiness 

standpoint the Typhoon H is comparable in type, size, weight, speed and operating capabilities to the previously 

approved models.

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/yuneec-internationals-all-new-typhoon-h-delivers-professional-features-at-aprosumer-price-300199963.html

Link to Yuneec Tornado H920 Manual:

http://www.yuneec.com/download/manuals/h920_user_manual_(st12)_v1.0.pdf

http://www.yuneec.com/download/manuals/h920_industry_user_manual_(st24)_v1.0.pdf

Link to Yuneec Tornado CG04 Manual:

http://www.yuneec.com/download/manuals/PROACTION%20CGO4%20User%20Manual.pdf
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APPENDIX B (continued)

ADDITIONAL UAS INFORMATION

Link to Aeryon Skyranger Information:

http://www.aeryon.com/aeryon-skyranger/features

http://aeryon.com/wpp/wp-content/files/brochures/Aeryon-SkyRanger-Brochure.pdf

Link to Honeycomb AgDrone Information:

http://www.honeycombcorp.com/specifications/

Link to ATI AGBOT Information:

http://www.aerialtechnology.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/AgBOT-Data-Sheet-150-1.pdf
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APPENDIX C

FEDERAL REGISTER PUBLICATION

The following summary is provided for publication in the Federal Register, should it be determined that 

publication is needed:

Petitioner seeks an exemption from the following rules:

14 CFR Part 21 Subpart H, and 14 CFR §§ 45.23(b), 61.23(a) and (c), 61.101(e)(4) and (5), 61.113(a) and 

(b), 61.315(a), 91.7(a), 91.9(b)(2), 91.103(b)(2), 91.109, 91.119(c), 91.121, 91.151(a)(1), 91.203(a) and 

(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), and 91.417(a) and (b) to the extent necessary to 

operate small unmanned aircraft systems for commercial services including aerial data capture; 

photography; videography; cinematography; land surveying; aerial mapping; equipment and 

infrastructure inspections; insurance claim reviews; search and rescue; product demonstrations; 

research and development; and unmanned aircraft system operator training.