**July**

**17th , 2015** 

Peter J Closi Jr. 8 Dolphin Rd. Key W est, FL 33040 airadventuresllc@gmail.com 844

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Federal Aviation Administration: I, Peter J Closi Jr., 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, Peter J Closi Jr. , 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: Phan tom 2 and Phantom 3, along the guidelines of the accompanying DJ I Phantom 2 and DJI Phantom 3 Operator’s manuals. These UAS will be equipped with detachable cameras and will be transported in proper storage. This pro posed 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 reque sted in Grant of Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213. These devices were selected because they have proven reliable flying capabilities managed by gyro stabilized flight, ground detection (p hantom 3 ) , GPS aided navigation, a compass, blinking LE Ds, failsafe mode for returning home and prop guards. This will act to further safety protocols exclusive to lightweight UAS’s specific to vi deo and photography usage as I, Peter J Closi Jr., record flight data and other information gained through permitte d 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 mainten ance, 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 photogra phy/videography and surveying using UAS as an available service to the public allows for a more cost

-effective method to capturi ng imagery than its current alternative of utilizing larger aircraft. Additionally, I, Peter J Closi Jr. , 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 3 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, Peter J Closi Jr. , 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) Wi th the exemptions of the mentioned rules I, Peter J Closi Jr., 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 Phantom 2 and DJI Phantom 3 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 if 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 flyi ng wit hin 5 miles of controlled airspace ● Not flying in adverse weather condition s 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 ph otograph persons in areas where there is an expectation of privacy without the individual's permission.

Respectfully,

Peter J Closi Jr. 8 Dolphin Rd. Key W est, FL 33040 airadventuresllc@gmail.com 844

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