Petition for exemptions to UAS specific rules:

1) Steven R Mitchell eMedia Films- Lake Tahoe Po Box 3250, Olympic Valley, Ca 96146 Ph: 530-448-6105 emediamitchell@yahoo.com
2)Seeking exemptions to Sections 45.23(b), 61.113(a) and (b), 91.7(a), 91.9(b)(2), 91.103(b), 91.109, 91.119, 91.121, 91.15l(a), 91.203(a) and (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(2), and 91.417(a) and (b) ofTitle 14, Code ofFederal Regulations (14 CFR). The proposed exemption would allow Mitchell and eMedia films the right to operate the DJI PHANTOM 2 quad-copter unmanned aircraft system (-Micro- UAS: ·lOOOg --2.21b ) & The DJI· Inspire 

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. 3)This petition is based on the precedent set by the Regulatory Docket No. FAA-2014-0481, Exemption No. 11138 Douglas Trudeau issued January 5th, 2015. 4)Further more I seek an exemption for the requirement (Conditions & Limitations 14, Exemption No. 11138) to have a private pilots license in orderto operate the UAS. As part ofthis request I wiH**pro~i~e** all**n~essary Q.p_c~ents**  and procedures to met the security screening requirements ofthe

### b_ep~tmen{qfHomeland**Sec~ty:·** Additionally, I will provide a third-class medical certificate, or equiv8Ient. The liasis for this request is that the requirements ofa manned-flight private pilots license does not facilitate safe knowledgeable operations ofa UAS specific flight. 5)Therequested exemptions will allow myselfpersonally, and my company to provide aerial photography_&icinematography for commer9ial clients while meeting necessary safe operating ·parameters and regulations defined by the FAA & other local and regional agencies. 6)My qualifications & track record as UAS Operator: Flying UAS since May 2013. Over 450 documented flights, and approximately 65 flight-hours. Utilizing Phantom 1 & Phantom 2 Models. ( under 3 lbs) I have experienced emergency landings, however my record includes: No significant crashes, no injuries to persons or damage to personal property. Furthermore I have worked as

__**cin~gr~pher** fi_lgting**for_ov~r** twenty years and have filmed on many occasions from both manned

Helicopters, and fixed·Wing vessels,

- · .· · · ·· .. . ·-- · - - -- 7) I have attached below: my personal Pre-flight tech and safety check list, as well as the Rules of flight I observe while operatingmy Micro UAS. I will comply with any additions the FAA might have for Pre-Flight, and Flight Rules.



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...... : ...Steve Mitchell- eMediaFilms UAS PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST & PROCEDURES: -Inspect rotors for shape, and cracks, any signs of loss ofintegrity. -Inspect I Attach rotors- check rotation direction and nut tension. -Inspect overall vessel for signs ofdamage and loose connections. -Inspection ofmotors for smooth balanced, quiet operation- free ofdebris. -Checkbattery at a minimum of95% ofcharge. -Checkbattery

- for clean connections & free ofdefects, swelling, etc -Define flight plan, take off& objectives & LZ. -Check flight plan against designated "No Fly Zone" ie: proximity to Airports, Military, etc. -Check wind and weather

- look for signs ofunusual wind at higher elevations. =Confirm.the designated.flying area**and_c_onfirm_w.ith_a)Lp_~rso_lll'lel_..** __ _ _**----'"'"'-'-~~~-~~-** _ -:-Confirm flying area is clear ofall restricted air space requirements. -Confirm your VO, LOS range and verbal communications to be used. -Check for aerial obstructions utility wires, etc. -Check all external connections: fpv, etc for tightness. -Checkall external devices are attached securely: gimbal, camera, fpv tx, etc, and each has a safety: ziptie, etc, incase a device comes loose it does not separate from the vessel. -Checkcamera lens is clean. -Checkcamera setting are correct. -Check all control switches are in proper start up position. -Clear and reset flight clock to zero. -Check take offarea is clear ofobjects and persons for 10 ft radius. -Announce "Stand Clear- We're Powering Up Now! " -Spin up rotors listen for any unusual sounds in the system. -Allowthe system to complete it's full start up procedure. -Confirm that the system status is flight-ready. -Confirm GPS status, and number ofsatellites. -Check that battery still indicates operational status at 95% or better -Start flight-clock.**-~~tift-cfff-a.trd-hoverat·4·feet. ~~·** **-~-** - - ·- · - -- _ _,_ --"'·---

·- -**~-** -Checkall status lights on the UV and Controller. -Check that hover is stable. ( not drifting orerratic ) -Check that camera and fpv is operational. -Check that all control commands are responsive. -Set current home location for Lost Link: "Return to Home" -ConfirmVO readiness, and proceed with the flight plan.

### Flight Rules: Receive Permissions to fly over specific private property. Maintain LOS at alJ times. Have aVO at all times. Maintain a minimum clearance of l0' offthe deck. Not to exceed a flying height 400' above ground. Maintain 30' ofclearance ofall objects and obstacles. Perform an emergency landing ifthe situation becomes unsafe. Perform and emergency landing 

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