SUMMARY 

Elevation Events, LLC seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) 

& (b), 91.7(a), 91.121 , 91.15l(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & 

(b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization 

and Reform Act of 2012 (PMRA). This exemption will permit Elevation Events, LLC to operate 

an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the commercial purpose of conducting aerial video and 

photography for construction sites before and after, real estate photography, and landscape over 

certain areas of the United States. 

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER 

Elevation Events provides its clients with the high quality digital content for use in their 

commercial, personal, and non-profit multimedia projects. Elevation Events has 

recreational/hobby experience in all aspects of aerial video and photography. The objective of 

Elevation Events aerial video and photography operations is to provide high quality imaging for a 

variety of, commercial, public, and residential uses, specifically targeting 

• Real Estate Videography and Photography 

• Propetty sites before and after 

BACKGROUND 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems: DJI Inspire 1 UASs 

Elevation Events seeks an exemption to operate DJI systems for compensation or hire 

within the NAS. The DJI Inspire 1 is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft 

(UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) utilizing electronic tablet or smartphone systems. The 

DJI Inspire 1 has a maximum gross weight of 6 pounds 7.5 ounces, a length of 17.3 inches, width 

of 17.7 inches, height of 11.8 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 42 knots. The DJI 

Inspire 1 UA is equipped with four main rotors; driven by Lithium Polymer battery powered 

electtic motors. The DJI Inspire 1 UA that will be operated by Elevation Events, LLC will be 

registered in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 44103, Registration of Aircraft, as well as 14 C.P.R Part 

47, Aircraft Registration, and marked in accordance with 14 C.P.R. Part 45, Identification and 

Registration Marking. 

BASIS FOR PETITION 

Petitioner, Elevation Events, pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Aviation Regulations 

(14 C.P.R.§ 11.61) and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (FMRA), 

Section 333, Special Rules for Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems, hereby petitions the 

Administrator to commercially operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS in the National Airspace System 

(NAS), and for an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.P.R §§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 

91.121, 91.15l(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). 

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

unmanned aircraft and its operation, Elevation Events operation of DJI Inspire 1 UAS meets the 

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conditions of FMRA Section 333 and therefore, will not require an airworthiness certificate in 

accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. 

Accordingly, Elevation Events requests relief from Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(1) 

& (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), as these sections set forth requirements for maintenance that only 

apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. Elevation Events submits that the requested 

relief is proper since an equivalent level of safety will be ensured. Elevation Events will use 

experienced personnel or technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive 

maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating 

documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJllnspire 1 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, 

Elevation Events will document and maintain all maintenance records for the DJI Inspire 1 UAS. 

Relief from certain requirements of Section 61.113(a) and (b), entitled Private pilot privileges and 

limitations: Pilot in command, is requested by Elevation Events to the extent necessary to allow a 

Pilot in Command (PIC) holding a recreational, sport, private pilot or higher level certificate, as 

well as an airman medical certificate or valid driver's license in place of the medical certificate, 

and who has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the 

PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with this exemption, 

including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, 

vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Elevation Events seeks relief from Section 91.7(a), entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, because 

the DJI Inspire 1 UAS does not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. 

Part 21, Subpart H. As such, Elevation Events will ensure that the DJI Inspire 1 UAS is in 

airworthy condition, prior to every flight, by determining that the UAS is in compliance with the 

operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual), and 

that the aircraft is in a condition for safe flight. 

Elevation Events also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.121, entitled 

Altimeter Settings, as the DJI Inspire 1 UA will not have a typical barometric altimeter onboard. 

However, altitude information of the DJI Inspire 1 UA will be provided to the PIC via Global 

Positioning System (GPS) equipment and radio communications telemetry data link, which 

downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring of the flight path. This altitude 

information, combined with Elevation Events' operation of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS within visual 

line of sight, at or below 400 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. 

Additionally, Elevation Events seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 

91.15l(b) entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions. Elevation Events submits that 

safety will not be affected by operation of DJI Inspire I UA during daylight hours in visual 

meteorological conditions (VMC) under visual flight rules (YFR), with enough battery power to 

fly for a total duration of approximately 16 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, 

assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4 minutes. 

In accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 11.81, Elevation Events provides the following information in 

support of its petition for exemption: 

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A. Name and Address Of The Petitioner. 

The name and address of the Petitioner and point of contact is: 

Elevation Events, LLC 

15 Eola Drive 

Orlando, Florida 32801 

800-257-1254 

info@elevationcg.com 

B. The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. from Which Elevation Events Seeks Exemption. 

1. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) 

And (b). 

Section 61.113, entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command, 

subsections (a) and (b) prescribe the following, in relevant part: 

(a) No person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command 

(PIC) of an aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for compensation or hire; nor 

may that person, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft. 

(b) A private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in connection 

with any business or employment if-

( 1) The flight is only incidental to that business or employment; and 

(2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. 

2. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a). 

Section 91.7, entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, subsection (a), states the following: 

(a) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. 

3. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121. 

Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, subsection (a), states the following, in part: 

(a) Each person operating an aircraft shall maintain the cruising altitude or flight level of 

that aircraft, as the case may be, by reference to an altimeter that is set, when operating--

( I) Below 18,000 feet MSL, to--

(i) The current reported altimeter setting of a station along the route and 

within 100 nautical miles of the aircraft; 

(ii) If there is no station within the area prescribed in paragraph (a)(l)(i) of 

this section, the current reported altimeter setting of an appropriate available 

station; or 

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(iii) In the case of an aircraft not cq uipped with a radio, the elevation of the 

departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before 

departure. 

4. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.1Sl(b). 

Section 91.151, entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, subsection 

(b), states the following: 

(b) No person may begin a flight in a rotorcraft under VFR conditions unless (considering 

wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of 

intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 20 

minutes. 

5. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirement Of Section 91.40S(a). 

Section 91.405, entitled Maintenance required, subsection (a), states the following: 

Each owner or operator of an aircraft-

( a) Shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall 

between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, have 

discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter[.] 

6. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.407(a) 

(1) 

Section 91.407, entitled Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, 

rebuilding, or alteration, subsection (a)(l), states the following: 

(a) No person may operate any aircraft that has undergone maintenance, preventive 

maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless-

(1) It has been approved for return to service by a person authorized under §43.7 of this 

chapter[.] 

7. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 

91.409(a)(l) And 91.409(a)(2). 

Section 91.409, entitled Inspections, subsection (a), states the following: 

(a) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, no person may operate an aircraft 

unless, within the preceding 12 calendar months, it has had--

(1) An annual inspection in accordance with part 43 of this chapter and has been 

approved for return to service by a person authorized by§ 43.7 of this chapter; or 

(2) An inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 

part 21 of this chapter. 

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8. Elevation Events Seeks Exemption from the Requirements of Sections 91.417(a) 

and 91.417(b). 

Section 91.417, entitled Maintenance records, subsections (a) and (b), state the 

following: 

(a) Except for workperformed in accordance with§§ 91.411 and 91.413, each registered 

owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods specified in paragraph 

(b) of this section: 

(1) Records of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration and records 

of the 1 00-hour, annual, progressive, and other required or approved inspections, 

as appropriate, for each aircraft (including the airframe) and each engine, propeller, 

rotor, and appliance of an aircraft. The records must include--

(i) A description (or reference to data acceptable to the Administrator) of 

the work performed; and 

(ii) The date of completion of the work performed; and 

(iii) The signature and certificate number of the person approving the 

aircraft for return to service. 

(2) Records containing the following information: 

(i) The total time in service of the airframe, each engine, each propeller, and 

each rotor. 

(ii) The current status of life-limited parts of each airframe, engine, 

propeller, rotor, and appliance. 

(iii) The time since last overhaul of all items installed on the aircraft which 

are required to be overhauled on a specified time basis. 

(iv) The current inspection status of the aircraft, including the time since the 

last inspection required by the inspection program under which the aircraft 

and its appliances are maintained. 

(v) The current status of applicable airworthiness directives (AD) and safety 

directives including, for each, the method of compliance, the AD or safety 

directive number and revision date. If the AD or safety directive involves 

recurring action, the time and date when the next action is required. 

(vi) Copies of the forms prescribed by § 43.9(d) of this chapter for each 

major alteration to the airframe and currently installed engines, rotors, 

propellers, and appliances. 

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(b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods prescribed: 

(1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(l) of this section shall be retained until 

the work is repeated or superseded by other work or for 1 year after the work is 

performed. 

(2) The records specified in paragraph (a)(2) of this section shall be retained and 

transferred with the aircraft at the time the aircraft is sold. 

(3) A list of defects fumished to a registered owner or operator under §43.11 of this 

chapter shall be retained until the defects are repaired and the aircraft is approved 

for retum to service. 

C. The Extent Of Relief Elevation Events Seeks And The Reason Elevation Events Seeks The 

Relief. 

1. Extent Of Relief Elevation Events Seeks and the Reason Elevation Events Seeks 

Relief From Section 61.113(a) And (b) 

Relief from Section 61.113(a) and (b) entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot 

in command, is requested to the extent necessary to allow a PIC holding a recreational, 

sport, private pilot or higher level certificate, as well as a current and valid airman medical 

certificate, or validly issued driver's license in place of the medical certificate, and who 

has met certain flight-hour and currency requirements, to conduct the proposed UAS flight 

operations for compensation or hire. 

This relief is requested since the limitations set forth in Section 61.113(a) and (b) state that 

a private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in connection with 

any business or employment if: ( 1) The flight is only incidental to that business or 

employment; and (2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for compensation 

or hire. 

As set forth more fully below, Elevation Events submits that an equivalent level of safety 

will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the Dn Inspire 1 UAS unless 

that PIC has met certain flight-hour and currency requirements, demonstrating that the PIC 

is able to safely operate the Dn Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with the operations 

specifications as described in this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers, 

as well as maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Further, Elevation Events submits that all flights of the Dn Inspire 1 UAS, conducted by 

the PIC pursuant to the grant of this Petition: (1) will be incidental to Elevation Events 

business; and (2) will not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. 

2. Extent Of Relief Elevation Events Seeks And The Reason Elevation Events Seeks 

Relief From Section 91.7(a) 

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Relief from Section 91.7(a) entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, is requested to the extent 

required to allow Elevation Events to determine that the DJI Inspire 1 UAS is in airworthy 

condition prior to every flight by ensuring that the UAS is in compliance with the operating 

documents (i.e., the Elevation Events' Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance 

Log, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual). 

Elevation Events seeks the requested reliefbecause the DJI Inspire 1 UAS does not require 

an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Therefore, 

Elevation Events will ensure that the DJI Inspire 1 UAS is in airworthy condition based 

upon its compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and 

DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual) prior to every flight, and further, determine that the 

aircraft are in condition for safe flight, as stated in the conditions and limitations below. 

3. Extent Of Relief Elevation Events Seeks And The Reason Elevation Events Seeks 

Relief From Section 91.121 

Relief from Section 91 .121, entitled Altimeter settings, may be required to allow flight 

operations of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS, which utilizes a barometric pressure sensor, GPS 

equipment, and a radio communications telemetry data link to downlink altitude 

information from the UA to the PIC at the ground control station (GCS). Since the FAA 

requires that any altitude information concerning UAS operations be reported to air traffic 

control (ATC) in feet above ground level (AGL), Elevation Events seeks the requested 

relief because the DJI Inspire 1 UA's altimeter may be set on the ground to zero feet AGL, 

rather than the local barometric pressure or field altitude, before each flight. 

Considering the limited altitude of the proposed operations, relief from 14 CFR 91 .121 is 

sought to the extent necessary to comply with the applicable conditions and limitations 

stated below. As more fully set forth herein, an equivalent level of safety will be maintained 

since DJI Inspire 1 UA is equipped with a barometric pressure sensor and GPS equipment, 

which automatically ensmes that a ground level pressure setting will be established prior 

to each flight, and provides the PIC with altitude information of the UA on the beads-up 

display of the GCS. 

4. Extent Of Relief Elevation Events Seeks and the Reason Elevation Events Seeks 

Relief From Section 91.15l(b) 

Relief from Section 91.151(b) entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, is 

requested to the extent required to allow flights of the battery powered DJI Inspire 1 UA 

during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules 

(VFR), for a total duration of 16 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming 

normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4 minutes. Elevation Events seeks the 

requested relief because without an exemption from Section 91 .151 (b), the flight time 

dmation of the battery powered DJI Inspire 1 UA will severely constrain the practicality of 

any aerial video or still photo flight operations that Elevation Events proposes to conduct 

pursuant to this Petition. 

Significantly, as set forth below, the technical specifications of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS 

operating documents, and Elevation Events' proposed operating limitations ensure that 

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Elevation Events will safely operate the battery powered DJI Inspire 1 UA during daylight 

hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), with 

enough battery power to fly for a total duration of 16 minutes to the first point of intended 

landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4 minutes. 

5. Extent Of Relief Elevation Events Seeks And The Reason Elevation Events Seeks 

Relief From Sections 91.40S(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & 

(b) 

Since Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) only 

apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, Elevation Events requests relief from 

these Sections because the DJI Inspire 1 UAS do not require airworthiness certificates. As 

set forth more fully below, the DJI Inspire 1 UAS meet the conditions ofFMRA Section 

333 for operation without an airworthiness certificate. Accordingly, Elevation Events will 

use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on 

the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the UAS operating 

documents (i.e., the Elevation Events' Aerial Operation Manual, Monthly Maintenance 

Log, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Elevation Events will document 

and maintain all maintenance records for the DJI Inspire 1 UAS. 

D. The Reasons Why Granting Elevation Events Request Would Be In the Public Interest; 

That Is, How It Would Benefit The Public As A Whole. 

Granting the present Petition will further the public interest by allowing Elevation Events to safely, 

efficiently, and economically perfotm aerial video and photography for real estate, special events, 

and landscape over certain areas of the United States. 

Additionally, use of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS wilJ decrease congestion of the NAS, reduce pollution, 

and provide significant benefits to the economy. Notably, the benefits of Elevation Events' 

proposed operation of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS will be realized without implicating any privacy 

ISSUeS. 

1. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion Of The NAS. 

The DJI Inspire 1 UA is battery powered and serves as a safe, efficient, and economical 

alternative to the marmed aircraft traditionally utilized to obtain aerial imagery. By 

reducing the amount of manned aircraft needed to perform aerial acquisitions, an 

exemption allowing the use of a Dn Inspire 1 UAS would reduce the amount of manned 

aircraft in the NAS, reduce noise and air pollution, as well as increase the safety oflife and 

property in the air and on the ground. 

Furthermore, by reducing the number of manned aircraft operating in the NAS, congestion 

around airports caused by arriving and departing aircraft will be reduced. The DJI Inspire 

1 UA does not require an airport to takeoff or land. Likewise, a reduction of manned aircraft 

conducting aerial video and photography missions would result in fewer aircraft that must 

be handled by air traffic control during the ground, takeoff, departure, arrival, and landing 

phases of flight operations. 

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2. The Public Will Benefit from the Safety and Efficiency Of The DJI Inspire 1 UAS. 

Conducting aerial acquisitions with the DJI Inspire 1 UAS, instead of manned aircraft, will 

greatly benefit the public by drastically reducing the levels of air and noise pollution 

generated during traditional aerial video and still photography flight operations. By using 

battery power and electric motors, DJl Inspire 1 UAS produce no air pollution, and is the 

most viable environmentally conscious alternative to the cabin class, six cylinder internal 

combustion engine aircraft that are typically utilized for aerial video and photography, 

while burning approximately 20-30 gallons per hour of leaded aviation fuel. The DJI 

Inspire I UA, while reducing the carbon footprint of aerial acquisitions, also eliminates 

noise pollution, as the UA is propelled by battery powered electric motors, rather than an 

internal combustion engine. 

By using DJI Inspire 1 UAS to perform aerial acquisitions, the substantial risk to life and 

property in the air and on the ground, which is usually associated with traditional manned 

aircraft flight operations, will be substantially reduced or completely eliminated. Aside 

from the lack of flight crew members located onboard the aircraft, the DJI Inspire 1 UA 

(weighing 6 pounds 7.5 ounces respectively, at maximum gross weight with length of 17.3 

inches respectively, width of 17.7 inches respectively, and with no fuel on board), has less 

physical potential for collateral damage to life and property on the ground, and in the air, 

compared to the manned aircraft that typically conduct similar operations (weighing 

approximately 6,000 pounds with a wingspan of approximately 42 feet, a length of 34 feet, 

and a fuel capacity of 180 gallons). 

3. Performing Aerial Video and Photography Operations With The 

DJI Inspire 1 UASs Will Benefit the Economy. 

In addition to being safe and efficient, the DJI Inspire 1 UAS are also an economical 

alternative to using manned aircraft to conduct similar aerial operations. As such, operation 

ofDJI Inspire 1 UAS will allow United States based companies, like Elevation Events, to 

remain competitive and contribute to growth of the U.S. economy. Specifically, with the 

rising cost of aviation fuel and the Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") regulatory 

actions phasing out leaded aviation fuels, U.S. owned and operated companies must adopt 

new and alternative technology in order to remain competitive. Operating the battery 

powered DJI Inspire 1 UAS is one such technology that not only allows companies greater 

operational flexibility compared to manned aircraft, but provides such flexibility without 

the high operational cost of a traditional manned aircraft. 

By operating the DJI Inspire 1 UAS, companies such as Elevation Events, can remain 

competitive and profitable, and therefore, provide greater job stability to employees and 

contractors, which will ultimately contribute to growth of the U.S. economy. Improved 

financial performance of U.S. companies, through commercial use of the DJI Inspire 1 

UAS, provides a stable workforce that increases consumer spending; improves local, state, 

and federal tax revenues; and allows companies to invest in research and development in 

order to remain competitive both in the United States and abroad. 

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4. There Are No Privacy Issues. 

Similar to the manned aerial acquisition flight operations that have been conducted for 

decades, Elevation Events, LLC proposed operation of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS will not 

implicate any privacy issues. Specifically, the DJI Inspire 1 UAS will be operated only in 

compliance with operating documents (i.e., the Elevation Events' Aerial Operations 

Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Inspire l Instruction Manual) which requires 

property owner involvement and in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, 

including the minimum altitude requirements of 14 C.F.R. § 91.119. 

E. The Reasons Why Granting The Exemption Would Not Adversely Affect Safety, 

Or How The Exemption Would Provide A Level Of Safety At Least Equal To That 

Provided By The Rule From Which Elevation Events Seeks Exemption. 

1. Reasons Why DJI Inspire 1 UA Meet The Conditions Of The FAA Modernization 

and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section 333. 

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

unmanned aircraft and its operation, Elevation Events operation of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS 

meet the conditions ofFMRA Section 333, and will not require an airw01thiness certificate 

in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21 , Subpart H. 

Section 333 provides authority for a UAS to operate without airworthiness certification 

and sets forth requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard to users of 

the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security. Specifically, FMRA 

Section 33 states the following in part: 

(a) In GeneraL--Notwithstanding any other requirement of this subtitle, and not 

later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of 

Transportation shall determine if certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate 

safely in the national airspace system before completion of the plan and rulemaking 

required by section 332 of this Act or the guidance required by section 334 of this 

Act. 

(b) Assessment ofUnmanned Aircraft Systems.--In making the determination 

under subsection (a), the Secretary shall determine, at a minimum-

(1) which types of unmanned aircraft systems, if any, as a result of their 

size, weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports and populated 

areas, and operation within visual line of sight do not create a hazard to users of the 

national airspace system or the public or pose a threat to national security; and 

(2) whether a certificate of waiver, certificate of authorization, or 

airworthiness certification under section 44704 of title 49, United States Code, is 

required for the operation of unmanned aircraft systems identified under paragraph 

(1). 

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(c) Requirements for Safe Operation.--If the Secretary determines under this 

section that certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national 

airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of 

such aircraft systems in the national airspace system. 

In seeking this exemption, Elevation Events submits that the Dn Inspire 1 UAS can operate 

safely in the NAS pursuant to FMRA Section 333, as demonstrated by: (a) the 

characteristics of the DJT Inspire 1 UAS; (b) the pilot certification requirement; and (c) the 

specific operating limitations. 

a. The Specifications Of The DJI Inspire 1 UAS Demonstrate Its Safe 

Characteristics. 

The DJI Inspire 1 UAS does not create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public, 

or otherwise pose a threat to national security considering its size, weight, speed, 

and operational capability. 

i. Technical Specifications Of The DJI Inspire 1 UAS. 

The technical specifications of the Dn Inspire 1 UAS are set forth by the 

DJI Inspire 1 User Manual, attached hereto as Exhibit A. 

ii. The DJI Inspire 1 UAS Autonomous Flight And Navigation Modes 

Enable The UAS To Remain Within A Defined Operational Area. 

The DJI Inspire 1 UAS may be operated in both manual and fully 

autonomous flight modes. A complete description of the flight and 

navigational modes of the Dn Inspire 1 UAS is provided at pages 12-16 and 

45-50 of the DJI Inspire 1 User Manual, attached hereto as Exhibit A. 

iii. The DJI Inspire 1 UAS Are Designed For Automatic Return To 

Home Point Or Hover In The Event Of Loss Of The Control Link Or 

Navigation. 

When the Control Link is lost, the DJI Inspire 1 UA will remain stationary, 

in flight~ for 3 seconds or more. If, after 3 seconds, the on Inspire 1 UA 

does not reacquire control link data from the GCS, the UAs will assume that 

the Control Link is lost and the UA will return to the home position (i.e., 

failsafe mode) via GPS, and will descend to the takeoff position and 

shutdown. 

A complete description of the Failsafe Functions of the DJI Inspire 1 at 

pages 13 through 15 of the DJT lnspire 1 User Manual, attached hereto as 

Exhibit A. 

iv. DJI Inspire 1 GCS And Its Operation. 

A complete description of the operation and specifications of the DJT Inspire 

1 GCS and flight control software is provided at pages 40 through 47 of the 

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Dn Inspire 1 User Manual. Dn Inspire 1 User Manual is attached hereto as 

Exhibit A. 

b. Flight Operations of DJI Inspire 1 UAS Is Limited to the Line Of Sight of A 

Certificated Pilot in Command with A Safety Observer. 

Elevation Events will only utilize certificated pilots who possess a current and valid 

airman medical cetti:ficate to act as a pilot in command (PIC) of the DJI Inspire 1 

UAS. Additionally, a safety observer will assist all pilots during flight time. 

c. Flights of DJI Inspire 1 UAS Will Be Conducted Pursuant To Specific 

Operating Limitations. 

In seeking this exemption, Elevation Events proposes to commercially operate DJI 

Inspire 1 UAS for the special purpose of conducting aerial video and photography 

over cettain areas of United States, pursuant to the following specific operating 

limitations: 

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption will be limited to the following 

aircraft described in the operating documents, rotorcraft UASs weighing less than 

55 pounds maximum gross weight: DJI Inspire 1 Unmanned Aircraft System. 

Proposed operations of any other aircraft will require a new petition or a petition to 

amend this grant. 

2. UAS operations under this exemption will be limited to conducting operations 

for the purpose of aerial video and photography. 

3. The UA may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 50 knots. 

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

level (AGL), as indicated by the procedures specified in the operating documents 

unless a special request is made and approved by ATC. AU altitudes reported to 

ATC must be in feet AGL. 

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

times. This requires the PIC to be able to use hw11a11 vision unaided by a11y device 

other than con·ective lenses, as specified on the PIC's FAA-issued airman medical 

certificate. 

6. The use of first person view (FPV) by the PIC or safety observer (SO) is not 

permitted. 

7. All operations must utilize a safety observer (SO). The SO may be used to satisfy 

the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS capability. The 

SO and PIC must be able to communicate verbally at all times. Electronjc 

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

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

duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the SO can perform the functions 

prescribed in the operating documents. 

8. The SO must not perform any other duties beyond assisting the PIC with seeing 

and avoiding other air traffic and other ground based obstacles/obstructions and is 

not permitted to operate the camera or other instruments. 

9. The operating documents and the grant of exemption must be accessible during 

UAS operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a 

discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations contained in the grant of 

exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the conditions 

and limitations contained in the grant of exemption 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. 

1t is the operator's responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and 

revised documents to the Administrator upon request. The operator must also 

present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or amendment 

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

would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted the exemption, then the 

operator must petition for 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. 

10. Prior to each flight the PIC must inspect the UAS to ensure that it is in a 

condition for safe flight. 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. The Ground Control Station must be included in the preflight inspection. All 

maintenance and alterations must be properly documented in the aircraft records. 

11. 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. The PIC who conducts the functional test 

flight must make an entry in the aircraft records. 

12. The pre-flight inspection must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g. 

inoperable components, items, or equipment, not already covered in the relevant 

sections of the operating documents. 

13. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer's aircraft/component, 

maintenance, overhaul; replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements. 

14. The operator must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping 

requirements, in accordance with the operating documents. Maintenance, 

inspection, alterations, and status of replacement/overhaul component parts must 

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be noted in the aircraft records, including total time in service, description of work 

accomplished, and the signature of the authorized person returning the UAS to 

service. 

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

Safety Bulletins. 

16. The authorized person must make an entry in the aircraft record of the corrective 

action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections. 

17. The PIC must possess at least a recreational, sport, or private pilot certificate 

and at least a current third-class medical certificate or a validly issued driver's 

license in lieu of a medical certificate. 

18. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC meets the 

operator's qualification criteria and demonstrates the ability to safely operate the 

UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under the 

exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining 

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

qualification flight hours must be logged in a manner consistent with 14 C.F.R. § 

61.51(b ). Flights for the purposes of training the operator's PICs are petmitted 

under the terms of the 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 C.F.R. §91.119. 

19. VAS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 C.F.R. § 

1.1. All operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions 

(VMC). If flight at night is required, a special request will be made at the FAA 

office closest to proposed area of operations. Flights under special visual flight rules 

(SVFR) are nol authorized. 

20. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point as 

denoted on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement 

with that airport's management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in 

accordance with a NOTAM as required by the operator's COA. The letter of 

agreement with the airport management must be made available to the 

Administrator upon request. 

21. 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. 

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22. If the UA loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it must return to a 

predetermined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered 

in accordance with the operating documents. 

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

emergencies in accordance with the operating documents. 

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

forecast weather conditions) there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed 

to the intended landing point and land the UA with 25% battery power remaining. 

25. The operator must obtain an Air Traffic organization (ATO) issued Certificate 

of Waiver or Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the 

grant of exemption. This COA will also require the operator to request a Notice to 

Airman (NOT AM) not more than 72 hours in advance, but not less than 48 hours 

prior to the operation. All operations shall be conducted in accordance with 

airspace requirements in the ATO issued COA including class of airspace, altitude 

level and potential transponder requirements. 

26. All aircraft operated in accordance with the exemption must be identified by 

serial number, registered in accordance with 14 C.P.R. part 47, and have 

identification (N- Number) markings in accordance with 14 C.P.R. part 45, Subpart 

C. Markings must be as large as practicable. 

27. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrum used for operation 

and control of the UA must comply with Federal Communications Commission 

(FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 

28. The documents required fewer than 14 C.F.R. 91.9 and 91.203 must be available 

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

These docwnents must be made available to the Administrator or any law 

enforcement official upon request. 

29. The UA must remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation 

operations and activities at all times. 

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

vehicle. 

31. Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating 

persons (persons other than the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons), 

vessels, vehicles, and structures unless: 

a. BaiTiers 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 

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arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet 

of the UA, flight operations must cease immediately and/or; 

b. The aircraft is operated near vessels, vehicles or structures where the 

owner/controller of such vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission 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, and; 

c. Operations nearer to the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons do not 

present an undue hazard to those persons per§ 91.119(a). 

32. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property 

with permission from the land owner/controller or authorized representative. 

Permission from land owner/controller or authorized representative will be 

obtained for each flight to be conducted. 

33. 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. 

2. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

61.113(a) And (b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

Elevation Events submits that the equivalent level of safety established by Section 

61.113(a) and (b) will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI Inspire 1 

UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting 

minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the Dn 

Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with the exemption, including 

evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, 

vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Considering Elevation Events' proposed area of operations, and the operating 

limitations set fo1th-above; the parallel nature of private pilot aeronautical knowledge 

requirements to those of commercial pilot requirements (See Exemption No. 11 062); and the 

airmanship skills necessary to safely operate the on Inspire 1 UAS, Elevation Events submits that 

the additional manned airmanship experience of a 

commercially certificated pilot would not correlate to the airmanship skills necessary for 

Elevation Events' specific proposed flight operations. 

The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 61.113(a) and (b) specific to UAS, in 

circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 

11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 

11153, 11156, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 

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Elevation Events will not allow any PIC to operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has 

demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour requirements or the DJI Inspire 1 UAS training 

and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner 

consistent with this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining 

appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Specifically, the PIC must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 14 C.F.R. § 

6l.51(b), 25 hours of total time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot (with a minimum of 5 hours of those 

hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and model ofUAS to be used for operations under 

the exemption). In addition to the hour requirements, the PIC must accomplish 3 takeoffs and 

landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency purposes). 

As in Exemption Nos. 11062, 11138, and 11153, prior documented flight experience that was 

obtained in compliance with applicable regulations will ensure an equivalent level of safety during 

Elevation Events' proposed operations. The Administrator has 

Held that prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable 

regulations would ensure safe operations, stating as follows: 

In Exemption No. 1 1 062, the FAA required that prior to conducting operations for 

the purpose of motion picture filming (or similar operations), the PIC must have 

accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 14 CFR 61.51 (b), 25 hours of 

total time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot including at least 10 hours logged as a UAS 

pilot with a multi-rotor UAS. Prior to operations under Exemption No. 11062, the 

PIC must also have accumulated and logged a minimum of 5 hours as a UAS pilot 

operating the same make and model ofUAS to be used for operations under the 

exemption. For clarification, the FAA considers these minimum hour requirements 

to be inclusive rather than additive; i.e. 5 hours make and model time may be 

included in the 10 hours of multi-rotor time and the 10 hours may be included in 

the total25 hours ofUAS rotorcra:ft time. In addition to the hour requirements, the 

PIC must accomplish 3 takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for 

cunency purposes). The FAA finds that at a minimum, the flight-hour requirements 

in Exemption No. 11062 are appropriate to practice and build proficiency in the 

skills necessary to safely conduct the petitioner's proposed operations. The FAA 

also finds that prior documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance 

with applicable regulations would satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, 

and experience-building flights can also be conducted under the grant of exemption 

to accomplish the required flight time. During training, proficiency, and 

experience-building flights the PIC is required to operate the UA with appropriate 

distances in accordance with 14 C.F .R 91.119. 

Exemption No. 11138 at page 15. 

Accordingly, Elevation Events will ensure safe operations by not allowing any 

PIC to operate the DJl lnspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, 

by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate 

the DJI Inspire 1 UJ\S in a manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and 

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emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and 

structures. 

3. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a) 

Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.7(a) wilJ be maintained because 

prior to every flight, Elevation Events will ensure that the DJI Inspire 1 UAS is in an airworthy 

condition based upon the VAS's compliance with its operating documents and as stated in the 

conditions and limitations herein. 

Additionally, the FAA has previously granted relief from Section 91.7(a) specific to UAS, 

in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 

11062, 11063, 11064,11065,11066, 11067, 11080,11 109, 11110,1 1112,11136, 11138,11150, 

11153,11156,11157,11158,11159, 11160,11161). 

4. Reasons Wby An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121 

Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.121 will be maintained because 

the altitude information of the Dn Inspire 1 UAs will be provided to the PIC via GPS equipment 

and a radio communications telemetry data link, which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for 

active monitoring of the flight path and altitude. This altitude information, combined with 

Elevation Events' operation of the DJI Inspire 1 UA within visual line of sight, at or below 500 

feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. The altitude information will 

be generated by GPS equipment installed onboard the aircraft. Prior to each flight, a zero altitude 

initiation point is automatically established by the UAS at ground level. 

The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 91.121 specific to UAS, in 

circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 

11062, 11063,1 1064, 11065, 11066, 11067,11080,1 1109, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 

11156, 11157, 11158,11159, 11160,11161). 

5. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.151(b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

A grant of this exemption would ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 

C.F.R. Section 91.15l(b) as a result of (1) the technical specifications of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS; 

(2) the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and (3) the location of the proposed flight 

operations. Accordingly, Elevation Events will ensure that it will safely operate the battery 

powered DJI Inspire 1 UA during daylight hours in VFR conditions, with enough battery power 

to fly for a total duration of 16 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal 

cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4 minutes. 

Here, as in Exemption No. 11109, the technical specifications of the and Dn Inspire 1 UAS; the 

limitations on the proposed flight operations; and the location of the proposed operations, will 

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ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 C.F.R. Section 91.151(b). Furthermore, 

safety will be ensured as the DJI Inspire 1 UAS provide audible and visual warnings to the PIC at 

the GCS when the UA experiences low battery voltage, the flrst warning occurring at 

approximately 33% remaining battery power, and again at approximately 10% remaining battery 

power. At the critically low battery level, the DJI Inspire 1 UAS will descend and land 

automatically. 

Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Section 91.151 

establish that safety is not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and 

operating limitations of the UAS are considered. Reliefhas been granted for manned 

aircraft to operate at less than the minimums prescribed in Section 91.151, including 

Exemption Nos. 2689, 5745, and 10650. Moreover, the FAA has previously granted relief from 

Section 91.151 specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those 

presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 8811 , I 0808, 10673, 11042, 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 

11066,11067,11080,11109,11110,11136, 11138, 11150,11153,11156,11157,11158,11159, 

11160, 11161). 

6. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 

91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & (b) Would 

Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

In seeking this exemption, Elevation Events submits that the equivalent level of 

safety with regard to the regulatory maintenance and alteration requirements established by 

Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) will be met because 

Elevation Events will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive 

maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating 

documents (i.e., Elevation Events' Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI 

Inspire llnstruction Manual). Furthermore, Elevation Events will document and maintain all 

maintenance records for the DJI Inspire 1 UAS. 

Since the DJI Inspire 1 UAS will be inspected as prescribed by the operating documents, Elevation 

Events will maintain the equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.405(a), 91.409(a)( 1 ), 

and 91.409(a)(2). A copy of the DJI Inspire 1 User Manual is attached hereto as Appendix A; a 

copy of the DJI Inspire I UAS maintenance LOG is attached hereto as Appendix B. 

Likewise, the exemption sought will not adversely affect safety Elevation Events will use trained 

technicians to perform maintenance, alterations or preventive maintenance on the UAS using the 

methods, techniques, and practices prescribed by the operating documents. 

Furthermore, the exemption sought would maintain an equivalent level of safety 

established by Sections 91.407, 91.417(a) and 91.417(b ), because all maintenance of the DJI 

Inspire l UAS will be performed by trained technicians. Maintenance will be documented and 

maintained utilizing the monthly maintenance log. 

Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Sections 91.405(a), 

91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) establish that safety is not 

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adversely affected when the technical characteristics and operating limitations of the UAS are 

considered. 

In consideration of Elevation Events' proposed operating limitations, the operating documents, 

and the technical aspects of the on Inspire 1 UAS, Elevation Events submits that safety will not 

be adversely affected by granting exemption from 14 C.F.R. Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1) and 

(a)(2), 91.409(a)(2), and 91.417(a) and (b). The FAA has previously granted relief specific to UAS 

in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 

11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110,11112,11136,11138,11150, 

1 115 3, 1115 6, 1 115 7, 11 15 8, 1115 9, 11160, 1 1 I 61 ) . 

7. The FAA May Prescribe Any Other Conditions For Safe Operation. 

In accordance with Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 

(FMRA) and 14 C.F.R. § 21.16 entitled Special Conditions, Elevation Events requests that 

the FAA prescribe special conditions for the intended operation of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS, 

which contain such safety standards that the Administrator fmds necessary to establish a 

level of safety equivalent to that established by 14 C.P.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R 

§§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7 (a), 91.121 , 91.15l(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(1) & 

(a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). Such special conditions will permit safe operation of the UAs 

for the limited purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of 

the United States for compensation or hire. FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements 

for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public, or 

otherwise pose a tl1reat to national security~ and further, provides the authority for such 

UAS to operate without airworthiness certification in accordance with any requirements 

that must be established for the safe operation of the UAS in the NAS. 

Likewise, the Administrator may prescribe special conditions pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 

21.16, for operation of the Dn Inspire 1 UAS, since the airworthiness regulations of 14 

C.F.R. Patt 21 do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards, due to the novel or 

unusual design fcatw·es of the aircraft. Section 21.16, entitled Special Conditions, states 

the following: 

If the FAA finds that the airworthiness regulations of this subchapter do not contain 

adequate or appropriate safety standards for an aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller 

because of a novel or unusual design feature of the aircraft, aircraft engine or 

propeller, he prescribes special conditions and amendments thereto for the product. 

The special conditions are issued in accordance with Part 11 of this chapter and 

contain such safety standards for the aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller as the FAA 

finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established in the 

regulations. 

See 14 C.F.R. § 21.16. 

Therefore, in accordance with FMRA Section 333 and 14 C.F.R. § 21.16, the FAA may 

prescribe special conditions for Elevation Events intended operation of the DJI Inspire 1 

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UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator fmds necessary to 

establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H, 

and 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.15l(b), 91.405(a), 

91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). 

F. A Summary That Can Be Published In The Federal Register, stating: The Rules 

From Which Elevation Events Seeks Exemption: 

Elevation Events seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R Sections 

61.113(a)&(b), 91.7(a), 91.121 , 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & 

(a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). 

A Brief Description of the Nature of the Exemption Elevation Events Seeks: 

This exemption will permit Elevation Events to commercially operate an Unmanned 

Aircraft System (UAS) for the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over 

certain areas of the United States. 

G. Any Additional Information, Views, or Arguments Available To Support Elevation 

Events Request. 

This Petition is made pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) 

Section 333, which directs the Secretary ofTransportation to determine if certain UAS may operate 

safely in the NAS. As such, Elevation Events request for exemption may be granted pursuant to 

the authority ofFMRA Section 333 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, as set forth above. 

FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard 

to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security; and further, 

provides the authority for such UAS to operate without airworthiness ce1tification. 

As discussed in detail above, Elevation Events will operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS safely in the 

NAS, without creating a hazard to users of the NAS, or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to 

national security. 

CONCLUSION 

As set forth herein, Elevation Events seeks an exemption pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 11.61 and Section 

3 3 3 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of20 12 (FMRA), which will permit safe operation 

of the DJI Inspire 1 UAS commercially, without an airworthiness certificate, for the limited 

purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States. By 

granting this Petition, the FAA Administrator will be fulfilling the Congressional mandate of the 

FAA Modernization and Refonn Act of2012, while also advancing the interests of the public, by 

allowing Elevation Events to safely, efficiently, and economical1y operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS 

commercially within the NAS. 

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WHEREFORE, in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the FAA 

Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Section 333, Elevation Events respectfully requests that 

the Administrator grant this Petition for an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R Sections 

61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 

91.417(a) & (b), and permit Elevation Events to operate the DJI Inspire 1 UAS commercially for 

the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States. 

Dated: 1 0/14115 

Elevation Events, LLC 

ai!R---

Elevation Events, LLC, Owner 

15 Eola Drive 

Orlando, Florida 32801 

800-257-1254 

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Appendices: 

A DJI Inspire 1 Manufacturer's User Manual (http://download.djiinnovations.com/downloads/inspire 1/en/Inspire 1 User Manual vl.2 en.pdf) (Attached) 

B - DJI Inspire I Maintenance Log - http://www.Skyward.io will be used to track flights. log 

maintenance. and related data 

C - DJI Inspire I Specifications Data (https:/ /www.dji.com/productlinspire-1/spec) (Attached) 

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