Petition for Exemption 14 

CFR § 11.81 

Exemption petition under SEC 333 

Name: James Dodd 

UAS Certificate Number: FA3HWFEY7R 

Address: 1102 MorningStar 

Rockwall, TX 75087 

Phone: 214-906-3313 

Email: Jim@jimdodd.com

The specific section or sections of 14 CFR from which you seek an exemption; 

Petition for Exemption under Sec 333 

The extent of relief you seek and the reason you seek the relief; 

Sec 333 prohibits the use of a UAS for commercial purposes on private property. I am 

petitioning for an exemption to provide a commercial service to private land owners and 

companies who wish to obtain and capture Aerial photos and videos of said property for 

purposes including real estate listings, independent film, and for use as a marketing tool 

for businesses. I would like to be able to accept payment for these services therefore 

making this a commercial use of a UAS. 

How your request would benefit the public as a whole; 

My request benefits the public as a whole by providing an opportunity for small business 

owners, real estate agents, and others who wish to document their land or property to 

take advantage of the technology that now exists in the form of UAS’s and allows them 

to do so using an experienced and certified RC Pilot in Command that understands how 

to safely operate such technology. 

Reasons why the exemption would not adversely affect safety, or how the 

exemption would provide a level of safety at least equal to the existing rule; 

In an effort to obtain my private pilot’s license, I have completed ground school and am 

working on accumulating flight time. I understand the importance of different uses and 

safety concerns regarding FAA regulated airspace, I would be a good candidate for 

exemption of Sec 333 while not putting Air Safety in any accelerated risk. 

The specific UAS (Blade 350qx) I am seeking exemption with is one with many safety 

programs, including SAFE technology and GPS navigating. When flying for this 

commercial purpose I would be flying at a maximum altitude of 400 feet for the 

purposes of taking photos and videos, decreasing the risk of any interference. My 

general knowledge of the aviation safety systems implemented by the FAA would be 

used to ensure that safety would not be affected by my operations. I would not be flying 
near disaster areas, sporting events, or high traffic areas including airports, and I would 

pay attention to NOTAMS. 

I Intend to fly in one of these two safe modes: 

Smart Mode (Default) 

Stick Relativity – While in Smart Mode, the path of the aircraft will always follow the 

control stick Input direction relative to the SAFE Circle, regardless of the direction the 

nose of the aircraft is pointing. 

• SAFE CircleTM – In most scenarios, the quad will not enter the SAFE Circle. 

• Position Hold –The aircraft will hold its position when elevator and aileron inputs are at 

neutral. 

• Self-Leveling – Brings the 350 QX to a level attitude when the elevator and aileron 

inputs are at neutral. 

• Altitude Command – Altitude is relative to throttle stick position. 

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Stability Mode 

• Self-Leveling–Brings the 350 QX to a level attitude when the elevator and aileron 

inputs are at neutral. 

• Position Hold–The 350 QX uses GPS to hold a given location when this function is 

activated. If GPS is enabled and has a solid lock, the aircraft will hold its position when 

elevator or aileron inputs are at neutral. 

• Throttle provides proportional thrust – The throttle responds directly to the throttle 

input, giving the pilot direct control over hovering as well as ascent and descent rates. 

I Intend to follow these suggested safety regulations 

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control. 

• Always keep people and pets at least 35 feet (10 meters) away when the battery is 

connected. 

• Keep children out of the vicinity of this product at all times. 

• Always use fully charged batteries. 

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly. 

• Always keep moving parts clean. 

• Always keep parts dry. 

• Always let parts cool after use before touching. 

• Always remove batteries after use. 

•Always have a first aid kit with you. 

•Always have an appropriate fire extinguisher with you. 

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring. 

• Never touch moving parts. 

The Blade 350 QX has many more features than other Blade quad copters 

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A summary we can publish in the Federal Register— 

I, James Dodd am seeking an exemption of the FAA’s Sec 333 rules that does not allow 

the use of an Unmanned Aircraft to be used for Commercial purposes in regards to 

National Airspace Safety. 

I am petitioning for an exemption to provide a commercial service to private land owners 

and companies who wish to obtain and capture aerial photos and videos of said 

property for purposes including real estate listings and independent film. I would be a 

good candidate for exemption of Sec 333 while not putting Air Safety in any accelerated 

risk. The specific UAS I am seeking exemption with is one with many safety programs, 

including SAFE technology and GPS navigating. When flying for this commercial 

purpose I would be flying at a maximum altitude of 400 feet for the purposes of taking 

photos and video, decreasing the risk of any interference. My general knowledge of the 

aviation safety systems implemented by the FAA would be used to ensure that safety 

would not be affected by my operations. I would not be flying near disaster areas, 

sporting events, or high traffic areas including airports, and I would pay attention to 

NOTAMS. I appreciate the FAA’s consideration of this petition for exemption. 

Any additional information, views, or arguments available to support your 

request; 

 

I am fully aware of the pre flight safety checks and procedures implicated in the 

operation manual for the Blade 350qx and intend to implement pre flight safety checks 

and utilize the safety technology provided with this unit. I intend to only fly in non 

populated, residential or rural areas and stay clear of all utility lines etc. I intend to be 

fully aware of my surroundings at all times and to only fly the unmanned aircraft within a 

visual line of sight and only in Visual Flight Conditions. 

I understand the and will comply with all the health and safety regulations for PIC’s and 

will be the only operator under this exemption. 

Operations of the Blade 350qx include the following information and operations manual: 

Length 18.30 in (465mm) 

Height 5.43 in (138mm) 

Main Rotor Diameter 22.80in (580mm) 

Flying Weight 24 oz (680 g) 

Airframe Blade 350 QX Quadcopter 

Motors 4x Brushless Outrunner Motor, 1100Kv 

ESCs 4x 10-Amp Brushless ESC 

Battery 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 30C Li-Po 

Transmitter DSM2®/DSMX® compatible transmitter 
General Safety Precautions and Warnings I intend to Follow 

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions 

or injury. This model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference 

from many sources outside your control. Interference can cause momentary 

loss of control. 

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic and 

people. 

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional 

support equipment (chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.).

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach 

of children. 

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and 

protected for this purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics. 

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious 

injury or even death. 

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. 

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control. 

• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike. 

• Always use fully charged batteries. 

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered.

• Always remove batteries before disassembly 

• Always keep moving parts clean. 

• Always keep parts dry. 

• Always let parts cool after use before touching. 

• Always remove batteries after use. 

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring. 

• Never touch moving parts. 

If you want to exercise the privileges of your exemption outside the United 

States, you must state the reason. 

I have no intention of using this exemption outside the United States.