May 15, 2015

Exemption No. 11599

Regulatory Docket No. FAA–2015–0506

Mr. Christopher Alan Frank

Rotary Image Marketing

9206 Timber Knoll Dr.

College Station, TX 77845

Dear Mr. Frank:

This letter is to inform you that we have granted your request for exemption. It transmits our 

decision, explains its basis, and gives you the conditions and limitations of the exemption, 

including the date it ends.

By letter dated February 22, 2015, you petitioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

on behalf of Rotary Image Marketing (hereinafter petitioner or operator) for an exemption. 

The exemption would allow the petitioner to operate an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to 

conduct aerial videography and cinematography to develop community awareness for housing 

and business properties.

See Appendix A for the petition submitted to the FAA describing the proposed operations and 

the regulations that the petitioner seeks an exemption.

The FAA has determined that good cause exists for not publishing a summary of the petition 

in the Federal Register because the requested exemption would not set a precedent, and any 

delay in acting on this petition would be detrimental to the petitioner.

Airworthiness Certification

The UAS proposed by the petitioner is a Phantom 2 Vision +.
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The petitioner requested relief from 14 CFR part 21, Certification procedures for products 

and parts, Subpart H—Airworthiness Certificates. In accordance with the statutory criteria 

provided in Section 333 of Public Law 112−95 in reference to 49 U.S.C. § 44704, and in 

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

aircraft and its operation, the Secretary of Transportation has determined that this aircraft 

meets the conditions of Section 333. Therefore, the FAA finds that the requested 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.

The Basis for Our Decision

You have requested to use a UAS for aerial data collection. The FAA has issued grants of 

exemption in circumstances similar in all material respects to those presented in your petition. 

In Grants of Exemption Nos. 11062 to Astraeus Aerial (see Docket No. FAA−2014−0352), 

11109 to Clayco, Inc. (see Docket No. FAA−2014−0507), 11112 to VDOS Global, LLC (see

Docket No. FAA−2014−0382), and 11213 to Aeryon Labs, Inc. (see Docket No. 

FAA−2014−0642), the FAA found that the enhanced safety achieved using an unmanned 

aircraft (UA) with the specifications described by the petitioner and carrying no passengers or 

crew, rather than a manned aircraft of significantly greater proportions, carrying crew in 

addition to flammable fuel, gives the FAA good cause to find that the UAS operation enabled 

by this exemption is in the public interest.

Having reviewed your reasons for requesting an exemption, I find that—

 They are similar in all material respects to relief previously requested in Grant of 

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 11213;

 The reasons stated by the FAA for granting Exemption Nos. 11062, 11109, 11112, and 

11213 also apply to the situation you present; and 

 A grant of exemption is in the public interest.

Our Decision

In consideration of the foregoing, I find that a grant of exemption is in the public interest. 

Therefore, pursuant to the authority contained in 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 40113, and 44701, 

delegated to me by the Administrator, Rotary Image Marketing is granted an exemption from 

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 

the extent necessary to allow the petitioner to operate a UAS to perform aerial data collection. 

This exemption is subject to the conditions and limitations listed below.

Conditions and Limitations

In this grant of exemption, Rotary Image Marketing is hereafter referred to as the operator.
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Failure to comply with any of the conditions and limitations of this grant of exemption will be 

grounds for the immediate suspension or rescission of this exemption.

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption are limited to the Phantom 2 Vision+

when weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. Proposed operations of any 

other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to amend this exemption.

2. Operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television filming are 

not permitted. 

3. The UA may not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots (100 miles per hour). The 

exemption holder may use either groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine 

compliance with the 87 knot speed restriction. In no case will the UA be operated at 

airspeeds greater than the maximum UA operating airspeed recommended by the 

aircraft manufacturer.

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above ground level 

(AGL). Altitude must be reported in feet AGL.

5. The UA must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all times. 

This requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than 

corrective lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA-issued airman medical certificate or 

U.S. driver’s license.

6. All operations must utilize a visual observer (VO). The UA must be operated within 

the 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 must be able to communicate verbally at all times; 

electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC 

must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the 

duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the VO can perform the duties 

required of the VO.

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the UAS and conduct its 

operations in accordance with the conditions and limitations stated in this grant of 

exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the operating documents. The operating 

documents must be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the 

Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and 

limitations in this exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, 

the conditions and limitations herein take precedence and must be followed. 

Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures as outlined in its operating 

documents. The operator may update or revise its operating documents. It is the 

operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and revised 
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documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The 

operator must also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension 

or amendment to this grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update 

or revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then 

the operator must petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s 

UAS Integration Office (AFS−80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding 

updates or revisions to the operating documents.

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

or flight characteristics, e.g., replacement of a flight critical component, must undergo 

a functional test flight prior to conducting further operations under this exemption. 

Functional test flights may only be conducted by a PIC with a VO and must remain at 

least 500 feet from other people. The functional test flight must be conducted in such 

a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and property.

9. The operator is responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it is 

in a condition for safe operation.

10. Prior to each flight, the PIC must conduct a pre-flight inspection and determine the 

UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection must account for all 

potential discrepancies, e.g., inoperable components, items, or equipment. If the 

inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is 

prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the 

UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight.

11. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer’s maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements for the aircraft and 

aircraft components.

12. Each UAS operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer 

safety bulletins.

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC must hold either an airline transport, 

commercial, private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a 

current FAA airman medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a 

state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, or the Federal 

government. The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in 

14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate.

14. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the 

ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be 

operated under this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and 

maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC 

qualification flight hours and currency must be logged in a manner consistent with 
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14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs and VOs 

(training, proficiency, and experience-building) and determining the PIC’s ability to 

safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated 

under this exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, 

training operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During 

training, proficiency, and experience-building flights, all persons not essential for 

flight operations are considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA 

with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119.

15. UAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All 

operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights 

under special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

16. The UA may not 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 

FAA-published aeronautical chart, unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s 

management is obtained or otherwise permitted by a COA issued to the exemption 

holder. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available 

to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request.

17. The UA may 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.

18. If the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA must return to a 

pre-determined location within the private or controlled-access property.

19. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies.

20. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast 

weather conditions) there is enough available power for the UA to conduct the 

intended operation and to operate after that for at least five minutes or with the reserve 

power recommended by the manufacturer if greater.

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). All 

operations shall be conducted in accordance with an ATO-issued COA. The 

exemption holder may apply for a new or amended COA if it intends to conduct 

operations that cannot be conducted under the terms of the attached COA.

22. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption must be identified by serial 

number, registered in accordance with 14 CFR part 47, and have identification 

(N−Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must 

be as large as practicable.
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23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of the UAS and 

any documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the 

PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the aircraft is operating. 

These documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement 

official upon request.

24. The UA must remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations and 

activities at all times. 

25. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 

26. All Flight operations must 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 must 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 must cease immediately in a manner ensuring the safety 

of nonparticipating persons; and

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.

The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered 

nonparticipating persons under this exemption.

27. All operations shall 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.

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

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

to the FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS−80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be 

reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions 

contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov.

If this exemption permits operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and 

television filming and production, the following additional conditions and limitations apply.

29. The operator must have a motion picture and television operations manual (MPTOM) 

as documented in this grant of exemption.
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30. At least 3 days before aerial filming, the operator of the UAS affected by this 

exemption must submit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight Standards 

District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The 3-day 

notification may be waived with the concurrence of the FSDO. The plan of activities 

must include at least the following:

a. Dates and times for all flights;

b. Name and phone number of the operator for the UAS aerial filming conducted 

under this grant of exemption;

c. Name and phone number of the person responsible for the on-scene operation of 

the UAS;

d. Make, model, and serial or N−Number of UAS to be used;

e. Name and certificate number of UAS PICs involved in the aerial filming;

f. A statement that the operator has obtained permission from property owners 

and/or local officials to conduct the filming production event; the list of those 

who gave permission must be made available to the inspector upon request;

g. Signature of exemption holder or representative; and

h. A description of the flight activity, including maps or diagrams of any area, city, 

town, county, and/or state over which filming will be conducted and the altitudes 

essential to accomplish the operation.

31. Flight operations may be conducted closer than 500 feet from participating persons 

consenting to be involved and necessary for the filming production, as specified in the 

exemption holder’s MPTOM.

Unless otherwise specified in this grant of exemption, the UAS, the UAS PIC, and the UAS 

operations must comply with all applicable parts of 14 CFR including, but not limited to, 

parts 45, 47, 61, and 91.

This exemption terminates on May 31, 2017, unless sooner superseded or rescinded.

Sincerely,

/s/

John S. Duncan

Director, Flight Standards Service
Documents 

• Petition of Exemption 

• Acknowledgement Letter 

• Phantom 2 Vision+ User Manual 

• Phantom Pilot Training Guide 

• Phantom 2 Vision + Quick Start Guide 

• UAS Flight Log 

• UAS Maintenance Test Flight Log 

• UAS Maintenance Log 

• Copy of Rotary Pilot Certificate 
PETITION OF EXEMPTION 

for Rotary Image Marketing 

a) Christopher Alan Frank 

9206 Timber Knoll Dr. 

College Station, Texas 77845 

(979) 820-3096 

chrisfrank83 @yahoo.com 

b) Request exemption from part 21, subpart Hand Sections 45.23(b), 61.113(a) and (b), 

91.7(a), 91.9(b )(2), 91.1 03(b ), 91.109, 91.119, 91.121, 91.151(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). 

c) This exemption would allow Rotary Image Marketing to operate the Phantom 2 vision + 

quad copter unmanned aircraft system (UAS) to conduct aerial videography and 

cinematography to develop community awareness for those parents/students who are 

planning to attend Texas A&M University and individuals, companies that are 

unfamiliar of the geographical layout of the Bryan/College Station area for housing and 

business properties. This exemption would allow Rotary Image Marketing to enhance 

real estate, small or large business, and apartment/ condo marketing. 

The extent of each relief requested will be as follows: 

CFR 45.23(b) Display of marks; general 

I request the UAS not to be either a certificated aircraft or a certificated "experimental" 

aircraft. Exemption from display of marks is requested due to its size and airspace that it 

will operate in. 

CFR 61.113(a) and (b) Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command 

As I Chris Frank, currently hold a private rotary certificate with a third-class airmen 

medical certificate and currently a UH-60L PIC for the US Army, I understand the 

importance to be knowledgeable of the National Airspace System (NAS). However, I 

request that a non certificated pilot be able to operate the UAS with direct and written 

discretion of a certificated pilot with proper ground, operation and airspace training that 

is established by that certificated pilot. This appointed pilot would be tested in aircraft 

operation, maintenance, emergency procedures and the NAS before assuming operation 
of the UAS. A proper training program will be in place with documentation and training 

logs. 

CFR 91.7(a) Civil aircraft airworthiness 

Given that the UAS will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 

CFR part 21, I request exemption. Also, there is no FAA regulatory standard for 

determining the airworthiness of an UAS. The manufacturers operating documents will 

be used by the operator to determine if the UAS is airworthy. 

CFR 91.9(b )(2) Civil aircraft flight manual, marking, and placard requirements 

Followed by exemption :from CFR 45.23(b). Manufacturers operating manual shall be 

used and kept by the operator on location ofUAS operations 

CFR 91.103(b) Preflight action 

While there is no approved airplane or rotorcraft flight manual available for the UAS the 

manufacturers operating manual is requested to be used for proper preflight. Runways 

and airports will not be used to deploy or recover the UAS excluding them :from the 

preflight/planning action. 

CFR 91.109 Flight introduction; simulated instrument and certain flight tests 

Although the UAS does not allow operation with a dual set of controls, proper hands on 

training ofUAS operation will be given to any operational pilot by a certificated pilot 

who has sufficient UAS operation hours. Simulated training may be used for sufficient 

operational training. All pilots will be familiar with preflight actions, routine flight 

operations, and emergency procedures. 

CFR 91.119 Minimum safe altitudes: general 

Notification of all residing tenets on which property the UAS is intended to operate on 

will be coordinated in advance. Tenets will be aware of the exact time and area that the 

UAS will be operating in. 

CFR 91.121 Altimeter settings 

The UAS operator will maintain a GPS that will have derived altitude capabilities to 

report feet AGL. Altitudes to be flown will be reported to local ATC before flight. 
CFR 91.151(a) Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions 

The UAS operator will land the UAS prior to the manufacturer's recommended minimum 

level of battery power of 30%. The UAS shows a low voltage warning when 30% battery 

life is remaining. This provides ample time for the UAS operator to land in an immediate 

safe area. Also, the UAS is equipped with an automated function that lands the aircraft 

immediately when a low battery is detected. 

CFR 91.203(a) and (b) Civil aircraft: certification required 

Operations ofthe UAS prove to be above safety standards due to its size, weight, speed, 

and limited operating area that it will be operated in 

CFR 91.405(a) Maintenance required 

This only applies to aircraft with airworthiness certificates. Maintenance of the UAS will 

be performed by the operator if a discrepancy is found during pre-flight and recorded on 

a "Maintenance Log" for personal history records. 

CFR 91.407(a)(l) Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, 

or alteration 

This only applies to aircraft with airworthiness certificates. Maintenance test flights will 

be performed after each maintenance discrepancy is corrected as a safety precaution and 

recorded on a "Maintenance Test Flight Log" for personal history records. 

CFR 91.409(a)(l) and (2) Inspections 

This only applies to aircraft with airworthiness certificates. Pre-flight will be performed 

as a safety precaution by the operator using the outlined procedures in the operating 

documents. 

CFR 91.417(a) and (b) Maintenance records 

This only applies to aircraft with airworthiness certificates. Any maintenance performed 

on the UAS will be recorded on a "Maintenance Log" for personal history records 
d) The UAS operations would provide more detailed and adequate information to potential 

individuals, companies looking to relocate to the Bryan/College Station area and promote 

economic growth overall. Also, the aerial videography would allow small business 

owners a more feasible option for marketing and advertisement over the high cost of 

manned rotary/fixed wing aircraft as in the past. Further, the UAS operation increases the 

safety of patrons due to its small size and lack of combustible fuel over compared to a 

large manned aircraft and reduces the ambient noise level helping to prevent noise 

complaints. Lastly, the UAS proves to be more ecological by emitting no exhaust fumes 

and requires no fossil fuels for operations. 

e) UAS operations will not reduce the safety of other airborne pilots, operating pilots, or 

patrons that are in an area ofUAS operation. Conversely, the UAS increases safety as it 

reduces flight operations by rotary wing aircraft flying at low levels while conducting 

videography operations which are conducive to a pilot becoming over task saturated and 

not recognize other flight dangers enabling them into a dangerous situation. Additionally 

the UAS size, weight, and speed do not pose a threat to the public or users of the NAS. 

f) (1) Rotary Image Marketing request exemption from the requirements of part 21, subpart 

Hand 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, 91.151(a), 91.203(a) and (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(2), and 

91.417(a) and (b) ofTitle 14, Code ofFederal Regulations (14 CFR). 

(2) This exemption will permit Rotary Image Marketing to operate an Unmanned Aircraft 

System (UAS) for the purpose of conducting real estate and business videography and 

cinematography throughout the Bryan/College Station area to provide a more feasible 

and safer option for real estate and small business owners advertising and marketing. 

g) Supporting operating documents are attached. 

VI- /) z~;~< - _;--·-·~ I / I ChriStopher .N.. Frallk 

F eMruary 22, 1

2015 
Rotary Image Marketing 22 Feb 2015 

To whom it may concern, 

We are submitting this Petition of Exemption for the purpose of allowing 

businesses the financial ability to use videography and cinematography as a marketing 

tool for their business, property, and or house. Also, to showcase land and housing 

options for newcomers to the Bryan/ College Station area who may be unfamiliar to its 

geography My wife Jeanie Frank, is currently a real estate agent in the Bryan/College 

Station, Texas area and understands the needs of the local businesses and people. She 

works for United Country Real Estate which works largely in auction homes, large plots 

ofland, and homes with land acreage attached. She has developed the knowledge of how 

to market homes from photography resources but clearly understands the effectiveness in 

the video marketing power that a drone can provide for properties and housing. 

I myself am working on acquiring my real estate license to better understand and 

serve the people with a great service. I also currently am employed as an Airport 

Operations Manager at Easterwood Airport which is located in College Station, Texas. In 

my duties, it is my job to comply with FAA requirements as a Part 139 airport and be in 

compliance with all FAA procedures as well. I understand the notification process that 

drones need to take with the local airports and I currently issue NOTAMS for the airport 

and local airspace. Additionally, I currently serve in the United States Army Reserve as 

153D UH-60A/L Blackhawk Pilot. I have served in the military for 13 years and as a 

pilot for the last 5 years. I have over 500hrs of multi-turbine engine rotary time and serve 

as a Pilot In Command (PIC). 

I write this letter hoping to show that our experience allows us to realize, 

understand and respect the very issues that the FAA is facing with drones for commercial 

use. Our years of experience and knowledge make us more heightened and aware of the 

obstacles that lie ahead but make us respect the process. As aviation enthusiast, we look 

forward to developing the UAS into the marketing world. 
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Contents 

Important Safety Notice 2 5.2 Power on the Remote Controller 17 

Using This Manual 5.3 Remote Controller Power LED Status 

Key 2 Information 17 

Important 2 5.4 Battery Level Indicator 17 

Before Flight 2 5.5 Antenna Orientation 17 

Watch the Tutorial Videos 2 5.6 Remote Controller Operation 18 

Download DJI VISION App 2 5.7 Linking the Remote Controller and 

Overview Receiver 19 

1 In the Box 5 Linking Procedures 19 

2 Introduction 6 Link Indicator 19 

Assembly and Use 5.8 Compliance Version Configuration 19 

1 Removing Gimbal Clamp 7 6 Preparing the Range Extender 20 

2 Preparing the Battery 7 6.1 Introduction 20 

2.1 DJI Smart Flight Battery 7 SYSTEM Indicator 20 

2.2 Usages 8 POWER Indicator 20 

2.3 Charging the Flight Battery 9 Binding Reset Button 20 

2.4 Battery Installation 10 6.2 Using Range Extender 20 

2.5 Correct Battery Usage Notes 10 Charging the Range Extender 20 

3 Preparing the Phantom 2 Vision+ 11 Powering on the Range Extender 21 

3.1 Introduction 11 Checking the Battery Level 21 

3.2 Built-in Flight Control System 11 6.3 Rename Range Extender SSID 21 

FC Assistant Port 11 6.4 Binding the Phantom 2 Vision+ and 

3.3 LED Flight Indicator Descriptions 12 Range Extender 21 

3.4 3-axial Stabilized Gimbal 12 7 Downloading and Installing the 

Anti-drop Kit 13 DJI VISION App 22 

Micro-SO Slot 13 7.1 Download and Install 22 

Gimbal Error Warnings 13 7.2 Register and Login 23 

3.5 Camera 14 [1] Register 23 

Lens cap removal 14 [2] Login 23 

Camera Function Buttons 14 [3] Usage tips·· 23 

Camera Data Port 14 8 Connecting theiCam'era 24 

Camera LED Indicator 15 8.1 Connecting Procedures 24 

4 Attaching the Propellers 15 Wi-Fi Computer Connection Status 

4.1 Introduction 15 Description 24 

4.2 Assembly 15 Flight 

4.3 Removing the Propellers 16 Flight Environment Requirements 25 

4.4 Notes 16 Preflight Checklist 25 

5 Preparing the Remote Controller 16 1 Calibrating the Compass 25 

5.1 The Remote Controller 17 1.1 Calibration Procedures 25 

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The Phantom 2 Vision+ is the next evolution of the Phantom 2 Vision. It features the same App enabled First Person View 

(FPV), high performance camera, remote camera control and in-flight content sharing, but adds to it a high performance 

3- axial camera stabilization system. It is ideal for aerial creativity whether photo or video. In addition, it provides ground 

station function which allows users to plan the flight mission and enables aircraft to flight automatically. 

EJ:§ FPV: First Person View, see the world from the perspective of the craft and feel a true flying experience. 

Check that all of the following items have been included in your package before use. If anything is missing, please 

contact your local dealer. 

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Includes attached Phone Holder and 

Range Extender 

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Assembly and Use 

'\j: Choose between Phantom and Naza-M working modes using Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant. If using Naza-M 

mode, please refer to the NAZA-M V2 Quick Start Manual for related instructions. 

• Phantom: Flight settings will be selected automatically depending on whether 6 or more satellites have been 

found. This mode allows users to configure the Remote Controller and gain values, and use Failsafe and battery 

level warnings. 

• Naza-M: Flight settings will be identical to the Naza-M V2. Users can choose between GPS, Attitude, or Manual 

mode. They can also access advanced settings including Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC). Rear LED Flight 

Indicators will display the flight status according to the Naza-M indicator. 

• Ready to Fly: When 6 or more GPS satellites have been found, the Flight Control System will lock its home point 

and Rear LED Flight Indicators will blink a slow green (-:!g::·· ·····).This mode is ideal for beginners. 

• Ready to Fly (non-GPS): When less than 6 GPS satellites have been found, the Flight Control System will 

stabilize itself less than in full Ready to Fly rnode and will require more skilled flying. Rear LED Flight Indicators 

will blink a slow yellow ('($· · · · · ·-). 

Assembly and Use 

Follow the below instructions to prepare for flight. 

Pull gimbal clamp in the direction indicated to remove. 

Figure 2 

0 To avoid damage to the gimbal, remove Gimbal Clamp 

before powering up the Phantom. 

'\j: Attach the Gimbal Clamp during transportation or long 

terrn storage to avoid damage. 

Ensure all related devices are fully charged before flying the Phantom 2 Vision+. 

Devicec 

Remote Controller 

Range Extender 

Aircraft (including gimbal and camera) 

Mobile Device 

2.1 DJI Smart Flight Battery 

Power supply 

2000mAh rechargeable LiPo battery 

Charge fully through Micro-USB slot. See Charging the Range 

Extender (Page 20) for details. 

DJI Smart Flight Battery. 

Fully charge before using the DJI VISION App. 

This battery has been specially designed for the Phantom 2 series. It has a battery capacity of 5200mAh, voltage of 

11.1 V and charge-discharge management functionality. It can only be charged with a DJI charger or Phantom 2 Car 

Charger. 

Smart Flight Battery 

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Discharging process 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery level 

0 0 0 0 87.5%-100% 

0 0 0 jj)) 75%-87.5% 

0 0 0 0 62.5%-75% 

0 0 a 0 50%-62.5% 

0 0 0 0 37.5%-50% 

0 11 . 0 0 25%-37.5% 

0 0 0 0 12.5%-25% 

n 0 0 0 0%-12.5% 

0 0 0 0 <0% 

Battery life 

When the battery is powered off, press and hold the Circular Power Button for 5 seconds to check battery life. Battery 

Level Indicators will show light up and the Battery Power Indicators will blink for 10 seconds. All lights will then turn off. 

For details, please see below. 

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LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Current battery life 

0 0 0 g 90%-100% 

0 0 0 ~j 80%-90% 

0 0 0 0 70%-80% 

0 0 n 0 60%-70% 

0 0 0 0 50%-60% 

0 n 0 0 40%-50% 

0 0 0 0 30%-40% 

n 0 0 0 20%-30% 

0 0 0 0 Less than 20% 

& When batter life reaches 0, it is no longer operational. 

ffi More battery information is available in the battery tab of the Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant. 

2.3 Charging the Flight Battery 

(1) Connect charger to wall socket (100-240V, 50/60Hz, using the Plug Adaptors if necessary). 

(2) Connect battery to charger. If the current capacity of the battery is over 75%, you should turn it on before beginning 

to charge. 

(3) Battery Level Indicators will display current capacity level as the battery charges. 

( 4) Battery is fully charged when Battery Level indicator lights are off. Disconnect the charger and battery when charging 

is complete. 

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Assembly and Use 

The Phantom 2 Vision+ is a quad rotor with a built-in Flight Control System with integrated gimbal and camera. It features 

an FC Assistant Port, Camera Data Port and a specialized battery compartment for its flight battery. All these features 

make the Phantom 2 Vision+ easy to assemble and configure. 

3.1 Introduction 

[1] 

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[5] 

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Propeller (P15) 

Motor 

Front Sticker 

Front LED (P12) 

FC Assistant Port (Mic;-c,USB slot) (P46) 

Vibration Absorber 

Camera LED Indicator (P15) 

Camera Function Button (P14) 

Anti-drop Kit (P13) 

3-axial Stabilized Gimbal (P12) 

Camera Lens (P14) 

Rear LED Flight Indicator (P12) 

DJI Smart Flight Battery (P7) 

Receiver Antenna (P17) 

Landing Gear 

Camera Data Port (Micro-USB slot) (P14) 

Compass (P25) 

Micro-SO Slot (P13) 

3.2 Built-in Flight Control System 

The Phantom 2 Vision+ is equipped with a DJI Naza-M V2 Flight Control System. This provides incredible ease of use 

and stability. Pilots can control the Phantom's movements in many directions, including pitch (!onwards and backwards), 

roll (left and right), elevator (up and down) and yaw (turn left or right). The flight control system also can provide IOC, 

Failsafe and battery level warnings. 

Modules 

Flight Controller 

IMU 

GPS & Compass 

LED Flight Indicators 

FC Assistant Port 

Furictior:is 

Acts as the brains of the complete flight control system, responsible for connecting and 

controlling all the modules together. 

Has a built-in inertial sensor and a barometric altimeter that measures both attitude and 

altitude. 

The compass reads geomagnetic information and assists the GPS (Global Position System) 

to accurately calculate the position and height of the aircraft. 

Indicates the status of flight control system. 

The flight control system communicates with the PC Assistant through a Micro-USB cable between the Phantom FC 

Assistant Port and the PC. Users can use Assistant to configure the aircraft and upgrade the Phantom firmware. Please 

refer to Using the Phantom 2 Vision+ Assistant (Page 46) for details. 

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Gimbal specifications 

Control accuracy ±0.03° 

Controllable range Pitch : -90°-0° 

Maximum angular velocity Pitch : 90° /s 

EEj • Non-FPV Mode: the gimbal will stabilize across 3-axial for smooth aerial creativity. 

• FPV Mode (First Person View Mode): Gimbal will lock to the movements of the Phantom for a FPV experience. 

Anti-drop Kit 

The Anti-drop Kit helps keep the gimbal and camera 

connected to the aircraft. Two have been mounted on 

delivery. If new ones are required. take the gimbal and 

press part [ 1] through the center hole of the Vibration 

Absorber the center hole of part [2]. Lock them together 

as shown in [3]. Mounting the Anti-drop Kit diagonally is 

recommended. 

[1] 

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ffi Once part [1] and part [2] are connected, the Anti-drop Kit cannot be disconnected and reused. 

Micro-SO Slot 

With flight battery powered off, make sure the Micro-SO 

card is inserted correctly into the Micro-SO Slot before 

taking any photos or recording any video. 

The Phantom 2 Vision+ comes with a 4GB Micro-SO card 

and can support cards up to 32GB. The DJI VISION App 

may not be able to read some Micro-SO cards. Using 

the DJI VISION App to reformat new Micro-SO cards is 

recommended. 

Refer to Format Micro-SO Card (Page 37) for details. 

0 Do not insert or remove Micro-SO card when flight battery i~ powered on. 

Gimbal Error Warnings 

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Before the aircraft takes off, if a gimbal motor error is detected or the gimbal clamp is not removed, there will be a 

warning prompt on the camera page of the DJI VISION App. This will disappear after the problem is resolved. 

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Assembly and Use 

Camera LED Indicator 

Camera LED Indicator lights up after the flight battery is powered on. It provides information on the working status of the 

camera. 

Camera LED lndicater 

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·:/f$:i: Slow Green Blink (0.2s on, 1.8s off) 

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:if$;:· Fast Green Blink (0.1 s on, 0.3s off) ON 

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:I[J;:- Orange Blink Once (0.2s on, 0.3s off) 

:~f-Orange Blink3 Times(0.1s on, 0.1s off) 

·:ifJ!: Orange Fast Blink (0.1 s on, 0.3s off) 

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·i~\ Slow Red Blink (0.2s on, 1.8s off) 

·:~" Red Blink Once (0.2s on, 0.3s off) 

:C(li:- Red Blink 3 Times(0.1s on, 0.1s off) 

:(~:; Fast Red Blinks (0.1 s on, 0.3s off) 

'(~1:-I~>@- Fast Green, Orange and Red Blink 

(0.1s on, 0.3s off) 

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ON/OFF 

ON/OFF 

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Camera. status 

Power On; Idle 

Idle 

Micro-SO card connected to PC 

Synchronizing 

Recording 

Taking a single picture. 

Taking 3 or 5 photos per shot 

Firmware Upgrading 

Recording 

Critical error 

CMOS sensor error 

Operation failed 

Micro-SO card error 

Upgrade error 

Overheated Camera 

Always use original 9-inch propellers, classified by the color of each central nut. 

4.1 Introduction 

Propellers 

Diagram 

Grey Nut (9450) 

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Assembly Location Attach to motor without black dot. 

Fastening/ 

Un-fastening 

Instructions 

4.2 Assembly 

El") Lock: Tighten propeller in this direction. 

"b ") Unlock: Loosen propeller in this direction. 

Black Nut (9450 R} 

Attach to motor with black dot. 

(1) (Figure 20) Remove warning cards from motors after you have read them. 

(2) (Figure 21) Spin grey marked propellers clockwise onto unmarked motors and black marked propellers anticlockwise for black marked motors. 

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5.1 The Remote Controller 

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5.2 Power on the Remote Controller 

[1] Antenna 

[2] Left Dial 

[3] Switch S1 

[4] Switch S2 (Reserved) 

Assembly and Use 

[5] Right Stick: J1, Roll [left & right], 

J2, Pitch [front & back] 

[6] Left Stick: J3, Throttle [up & down], 

J4, Yaw [rotation] 

[7] Neck Strap Attachment 

[8] Power Switch 

[9] Power Indicator 

[10] Battery Charge & RC Assistant Port (micro-USB port) 

[ 11] Battery Level Indicator 

[12] Training Port (on back) 

(1) Set S1 and S2 switches to the upper most position and place all sticks in the mid-point. 

(2) Toggle power switch to the right to switch on. 

(3) There will be a power on indicator beep. If the remote controller is set to be CE compliant. then 

there will be one beep, while the FCC compliant version will emit two beeps. The battery level 

indicator displays the current battery level. The indicator will blink green quickly, indicating the 

remote controller and receiver are linking. Once fully linked, the power indicator will change to 

a solid green. 

& • If the low voltage warning alert sounds (refer to Remote Controller Power LED Status Information (Page 17) for 

details), please recharge the battery as soon as possible. 

• Using the incorrect type of charging cable may cause damage. 

• Following long term storage, recharge the battery before use. 

5.3 Remote Controller Power LED Status Information 

Power LED Indicator Sound 

:~:~'·-Solid Green None 

:~i--Solid Red None 

'(\:i:-Solid Yellow None 

:®:·-Solid Red BB-BB-BB 

'\~:'- ...... Quick Red flashing B-B-B ...... 

:~::······Slow Green flashing B-B-B ...... 

5.4 Battery Level Indicator 

Remote Controllet$tatus 

Functioning normally. 

Charging( remote controller is powered off) 

Remote controller joysticks calibration error, need to be re-calibrate. 

Low voltage (from 3.5V-3.53V), recharge the remote controller. 

Critical low voltage (from 3.45V-3.5V). Recharge the remote 

controller immediately. 

Alert will sound after 15 minutes of inactivity. It will stop once you 

start using the remote controller. 

Built-in LiPo Battery: The remote controller includes a rechargeable LiPo battery with 

a capacity of 2000mAh. You can monitor the current battery level using the LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller as the figure shown: 

Battery Level Indicator 

• ~ • * 25% 50% 75% 100% 

& The remote controller will show a blinking LED and sound an alert when the voltage drops below 3.45V, then 

automatically power off after 3 seconds. This process will repeat even if you power cycle the remote controller. If 

this low voltage warning occurs during flight. the remote controller will automatically power off, causing the aircraft 

to enter Failsafe mode, which cannot be interrupted (refer to Failsafe Function (Page27) for details). It is strongly 

recommended that you recharge the battery immediately when the 3.45V-3.5V low voltage warning occurs. 

5.5 Antenna Orientation 

Keep the antennas pointing skyward, perpendicular to the ground for maximum remote controller range during flight. 

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