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### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **Petition for Exemption Filed Under Section 333 Petitioner**  Daniel Schmidt, Chief Executive Officer, Chief s UAS Operator, and Co - Founder, Eagle Eye Photo and Video , LLC, 2217 Carroll Mill Rd, Phoenix, MD 21131 Phone: 443 -468 - 0504 eagleeyepandv@gmail.com Date: July 3 , 2015 U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Management System 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE Washington, DC 20590 To W hom It May Concern: Eagle Eye Photo and Video is writing following the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and the procedu res outlined within 14 C.F.R. 11, to request that Eagle Eye Photo and Video be exempted from the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) listed below so that Eagle Eye Photo and Video, may operate a small lightweight unmanned aircraft system (UAS) commercially in airspace regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). As described within, Eagle Eye Photo and Video is experienced in flying hobby airplanes and quadcopter drones for recreational purposes. Eagle Eye Photo and Video’s current inventory cons ists of the DJI Phantom 3 Advanced UAS which is equipped with a 3- axis gimbal - mounted camera along with a removable 32GB micro SD card. The camera shoots full HD video at 1080p/60fps and 12 megapixel still -fra me photographs. Committed to safety with each flight, Eagle Eye Photo and Video exemption request would permit operation of light-weight (less than 5 lbs), unmanned (piloted by remote control) and comparatively inexpensive UAS(s) in tightly controlled and limited airspace ( areas away from general public, airports, helipads, vehicular traffic and seaplane bases ) for community videos, real estate, farming, structure inspection et al

. T he PIC of Eagle Eye Photo and Video, has personally established safety protocols and controls to avoid and prevent pu blic hazard, as well as manned aircraft hazards/catastrophe. This will act to further safety protocols exclusive to lightweight UAS's , spec ific to commercial video and photography usage , as recorded flight data and other information gained through permitte d flight operations can be share d with the FAA through any required FAA reports to assist with future protocol and safety regulation. Granting Eagle Eye Photo and Video’s request complies with the Secretary of Transportation’s (FAA Administrator’s) respons ibilities and authority to not only integrate UAS's into the national airspace system, but to “...establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft systems [UAS's] in the national airspace system” under Section 333(c) of the Reform Act specifi c to the use of UAS's for real estate purposes. Further, Eagle Eye Photo and Video will conduct operations in compliance with the protocols described herein or as otherwise established by the FAA. For the reasons stated below, Eagle Eye Photo and Video, re spectfully requests the grant of an exemption allowing operation of lightweight, remote controlled UAS’s for real estate advertising , engineering , urban planning , farming (crop monitoring, fruit, dairy, livestock, aquaculture, Christmas tree, et al), construction progress monitoring , construction site analysis , roof, gutter, and chimney inspection and landscaping, all of this in lieu of more expensive, energy intensive traditional aircrafts (i.e., manned helicopters and airplanes).2



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **Objective** Seek FAA exemption to Title 14 of Code of Federal Regulations, sections: • 61.113(a) • 91.103(b)(2) • 91.105 • 91.109 • 91.119(b) and (c) • 91.121 • 91.151(a) and (b) • 91.405(a) • 91.407(a)(1) • 91.409(a)(1) and (2) • 91.417(a) and (b) **Definitions** • AGL = Above ground level • ATC = Air traffic control • CFR = Code of Federal Regulations • NAS = National Air Space • NPRM = Notice of Proposed Rule Making • s UAS = small unmanned aerial system, consisting of the Phan tom 3 Advanced aircraft, remote/transmitter contro ller from DJI (and iOS mobile device). • UA = Unmanned aircraft = DJI Phantom 3 Advanced aircraft • USC = United States Code • VFR = Visual flight rules **Company**

**Description** Eagle Eye Photo and Video, LLC (henceforth, “the Company”) proposes to offer contracted aerial photography and videography u rban planning; farmers; roof, gutter, and chimney inspection; home and commercial property builders (4 00 AGL height limit); solar panel installers; inspections of utilities (high - power electric, rad io transmission structures, base stations, et al excluded); construction site analysis and monitoring; services for real property brokers and agents, appraisers, property managers; public agencies; wildlife conservation organizations and landscaping. The Company wa s founded in 2014 by Daniel Schmidt (CEO, sole s UAS operator , and small RC fixed wing plane pilot since childhood ). Mr. Schmidt has been in public education fo r 23 + years. He possess a B.S. degree in Business Administration from Towson University, B.A. in Education from Towson University, M. S. in Math and Science from Johns Hopkins University and is a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics. Mr. Schmidt has previously owned and operated the DJI Phantom FC40 and DJI Phantom 2 Vision Plus , clocking over 4 0 hours without incident. Mr. Schmidt has flown the new DJI Phantom 3 Advanced over 70 flights, clocking over 10 hours. The Company uses the DJI Phantom 3 Advanced

. Its features include:  Positioning: GPS & GLONASS ( makes available a minimu m of 36 satellites for guidance and location assistance ) systems, visual and sonar sensors, live view & map;  GPS - enabled “geofence” prevents UAS from accidentall y flying into unwanted areas, obstacles or beyond preset flight limits ( 300 ft. AGL and 1, 000 feet late ral distance)  Default No - Fly Zones (prohibits flying into and taking off within No - Fly Zones)3



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition  Flight controller automatically logs every flight with complete flight route, time, distance, location, and cached versions of any photos and videos taken during each flight  In ternal Measurement Unit (IMU): 6 - axis gyro scope, accelerometer, barometer  Flight termination system - in the event of low battery or loss of communication link  Power Management System - when to return home, auto land, battery cell health  HD video a nd 12 megapixel imaging Key specifications of the s UAS include:  Flight time ~ 23 minutes  We ig ht = 2.8 pounds, including battery, gimbal, and camera  Size = 15.75 x 7.75 x 15.75 inches  Maximum ascent speed = 16 feet / second  Rotors = 4  Maximum horizon tal speed = 36 miles (statute) / hour  Flight telemetry - altitude, speed, distance **Regulatory**

**Relief Requests** T he petitioner uses the subsequent framework to address possible CFR impacts: 1. If relief from the regulation is requested; 2. The reason whether or n ot relief is requested; 3. Mitigation that will be put in place to follow the rule if relief is requested. **A. Part 21**  **- Certification Procedures for Products and Parts** **, Subpart H -** **Airworthiness Certificates:**  1. **No** relief requested 2. Rationale : Airworthiness Certificates, Manuals et al 14 C.F.R. 21, Subpart H, entitled Airworthiness Certificates, puts in place requirements for obtaining airworthiness certificates in relation to FAR § 91.203(a)(1 ). The size, weight and limited operational area of Eagle Eye Photo and Video’s s UAS allows relief from Part 21 beca use the Phantom 3 Advanced exceeds the level of safety pursuant to Section 333 of the Reform Act. The FAA is authorized to exempt aircraft from the airworthiness certificate requirement under both the Act (49 U.S.C. § 44701 (f)) and Section 333 of the Reform Act. Both pieces of legislation allow the FAA to exempt UAS's from the airworthiness certificate requirement when considering the ir weight, size, speed, maneuverability and proximity to areas such as airports and dense populations. Eagle Eye Photo and Video’ s current and anticipated UAS's meet or exceed these criteria

. 3. Mitigation: Not applicable. **B. (b)**  **- Display of marks; general:**  1. **No** relief requested 2. Rationale : Aircraft will be registered with the FAA a nd marked with an “Experimental ” number on the left and right side in a size as large as practical. 3. Mitigation: Not applicable. Wi ll comply.4



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **C. 47.15**  **- Registration number:**  1. **No** relief requested 2. Rationale: Applicable Codes of Federal Regulation require aircraft to be marked according to certain specifications. Our UAS is, by definition, unmanned. It therefore do es not have a cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which to mark certain words or phrases. Further, two - inch lettering is difficult to place on suc h a small aircraft with dimensions smaller that minimal lettering requireme nt. Regardless, we will mark the UA in the largest possible lettering by placing “Experimental ” on its fuselage as required by 14 C.F.R. §45.29 (f) so that I the pilot, or anyone as sisting me as a spotter with the UAV will see the markings. The FAA has previously issued exemptions to this regulation through Exemptions Nos. 8738, 10167, 10167A and 10700. 3. Mitigation: Not applicable. Wi ll comply. **D. 61.113(a)**  **and (b) -**  **Private pilot pr ivileges and limitations**  **- Pilot in Command** **:** 1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: It is understood that 49 USC 44711 requires the FAA to issue airman certificates. However, as of the date of this petition, none of the airman certificates issued by the FAA for student, recreational, private, co mmercial, airline transport, or sport pilots seems to be a good fit for s UAS pilots. In light of the similar nature of flight knowledge requirements contained within the FAA ground school exam and the procedures for obtaining a private pilot’s license along with the proposed UAS airmanship skills of Eagle Eye Photo and Video’s PICs, the additional manned airmanship knowledge and experience of a private pilot are not synonymous with airmanship skills ne cessary for Eagle Eye Photo and Video’s proposed unmanned operations. As stated in NPRM FAA-2015 - 0150 - 0017, the airman certificatio n requirements for a private or commercial pilot certificate imposes an unnecessary bu rden on the Eagle Eye Photo and Video ’s business. Much of the knowledge required for a private or commercial pilot certificate does n ot apply to operating the s UAS and does not result in a significant, relevant safety benefit. The s UAS ’ size, weight, operational capability, proximity to ai rports and populated areas, and operation within daylight, clear visibility, and visual l ine - of-sight rules pose minimal risk to public safety n or pose a threat to national security. . Therefore, Eagle Eye Photo and Video requests relief from 14 C.F.R. § 61.113( a) and (b). 3. Mitigation: The petitioner thoroughly understands the imp ortance of being trained in and knowledgeable of operating the s UAS in the NAS in a responsible manner as to not harmfully affect operations in the NAS or present a risk to persons or property on the ground. The petitioner proposes the following mitigation: a) Knowledge & training. Compliance with the Com pany’s Operator Training Policy and completion of the Operator Training Program which specifies the training required of operators before conducting fligh t for commercial purposes . They include: a. Viewing DJI videos: i. Introducing the Phantom 3 Advanced ii. Quick Start Guide iii. Pilot App Tutorial iv. Setting It Up v. How to Fly vi. Flight Simulator App b. V iewing websites: i. Know Before You Fly ii. DJI No Fly Zones iii. SkyVector Aeronautical Charts5



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition

c. Reading: i. DJI:1. User Manual 2. Quick Start Guide 3. Safety Guidelines 4. Battery Safety Guidelines 5. Ma intenance Manu al ii. FAA Pilot’s Hand book of Aeronautical Knowledge: 1. Preface 2. C hapter 1 Introduction to Flying 3. Chapter7 - Flight Instruments 4. Chapter 8 - Flight Manuals 5. Chapter 14

– Airspace 6. C hapter 16 - Aeromedical Factors 7. Chapter 17 - Aeronautical Decision Making iii. FAA / AeroNave Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide iv. FAA B4UFLY App

– when available d. Flight practice : i. Pilot App Simulator ii. Flying the UAS iii. Proficiency iv. Currency b) Medical. The operator holds a valid U.S. driver’s license. The operator has general annual physical exams. The due date of the next exam is provided in the Operator Log Book. **E. 91.7**  **- Civil aircraft airworthiness:**  1. **No** relief requested 2. Rationale: It is critical that the s UAS can be flown in a safe manner. 3. Mitigation: In accordance with the pertinent part of 14 C.F.R. § 91.7(b), t he s UAS undergoes a maintenance c heck per the specifications and procedures provided in the Phantom 3 Advance d Maintenance Manual. UAS Policies and Procedures require the completion of a Pre- Flight and Post- Flight Checklist for each flight. The operator in command of p etitioner’s UAS shall be responsible for determining whether the aircraft is in a safe condition fo r flight as a result of pre and post flight checklists. Petitioner’s manuals for maintenance and operations shall include safety checklists to be used by the operator in command prior to each flight. **F. 91.103(b)(2)**  **- General Operating and Flight**  **Rules, Subpart B -**  **Flight Rules, Preflight action:**  1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: The UAS for this petition will not be flown at airports. Takeoff and landing distances are zero since the aircraft is a s UAS

. Since all flights are to be carried out 5 nautical miles or greater from any airport and only in class G airspace , CFR 91.103(b)(2) does not apply. 3. Mitigation: The capture of still images and video along with associated flight path s will be discussed and agreed - upon with the client in advan ce of the shoot and confirmed or revised just prior to flight. The s UAS displays, records, and retains flight data including take - off height, take - off-speed, horizonta l distance traveled, horizontal speed, altitude, flown flight path, and other flight para meters.6



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **G. 91.105**  **- General Operating and Flight Rules, Subpart B**  **- Flight Rules,**  **Flight crew members at stations:** 1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: The UA is unmanned and does not have o n - board crew members , and as such, no safety harnesses are worn. 3. Mitigatio n: The s UAS operator will always be in sole control of the UA. If absence of the operator is necessary in connection with physiol ogical or other emergent needs, the operator shall first land the UA in a prompt manner to en sure public safety. **H. 91.109**  **- General Operating and Flight Rules, Subpart B**  **- Flight Rules,**  **Flight instruction:** 1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: The UA does not have flight dual controls. The Phantom 3 Advanced is designed and constructed without dual controls. The equivalent level of safety is provided by the limited size, speed, weight, and altitude of the aircraft in addition to no pilot or crew aboard the aircraft. 3. Mitigation: The Company’s Operator Training Progra m requires practice time on the Simulator app. **I. 91.119(b) and (c)**  **- General Operating and Flight Rules, Subpart B**  **– Flight**  **Minimum safe altitudes: General:**  1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: UAS will be flown no higher than 4 00 feet AGL as proposed in NPRM FAA2015 - 0150 - 0017. 3. Mitigation: As set forth in the Company UAS Policies and P rocedures, UAS will not be flown higher than 4 00 feet AGL. All flight operations will be conducted a minimum of 70 yards (distance was selected as a result of target real estate lots of roughly 1.5 acres wh ich measure approximate ly 104 yards by 104 yards) from all non - participating persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures, with the exception : a. S tructures/barriers are situated to provide sufficien t protect ion of bystanders from the UAS and possible debris in case of an accident. The operator will ensu re that bystanders are kept und er this protection. In the event a bystander comes within 70 yards of t he UAS , the operator will land the UAS immediately in the safest possible area : and b. In the event the owne r/controller of any structures , vehicles and /or vessels h as granted permission to operate closer to said objects and along with the operator’s safety assessment of the risk of operating closer to said objects and has determined t hat it does not present a hazard. **J. 91**  **.121 -**  **General Operating and Flight Rules, Subpart B -**  **Altimeter settings:** 1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: The UAS is unable to take input from stations. 3. Mitigat ion: The Phantom 3 Advanced does not have a typical barometric altimeter onboard the UAS. Instead, altitude information is provided to the UAS PIC via a digitally encoded telemetric data feed, which downlinks from the aircraft to a ground - based on screen display. The altitude information will be generated by equipment installed onboard the UAS, using GPS triangulation, digitally encoded barometric altimeter, radio altimeter, or any combination thereof. Prior to each flight, a zero altitude initiation point will be established and confirme d for accuracy by the UAS PIC.7



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **K. 91.151(a) and (b)**  **- General Operating and**  **Flight Rules, Subpart B –**  **Fuel requirements**  **for flight in VFR conditions:** 1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: The fuel for this UA is 100% battery power. Designed maximum flight time is approximately 23 minutes with a standard 4480 mAh LiPo battery. 3. Mitigation: The low battery level alert is triggered when t he battery is depleted to 30% capacity and t he PIC is alerted with visual and auditory notifications

. At that point the PIC will init iate return to home. At the same time, onboard algorithms calculate the distance and altitude of the UAS and estimate time to return home, letting the operator know when it’s time to fly back should they not begin return at the 30% alert . Further failsafe measures are built into the DJI Pilot App that will commence return home at 20% battery capacity (PIC has the option to override this feature) or land the aircraft imme diately if

the current battery level can only support the aircraft to land to the ground from the current altitude and distance

. Per the UA manufacturer and the Company’s preflight checklist, the battery is to be fully c harged before initiating flight operations. **L. 91.405(a)**  **- General Operating and Flight Rules, Subpart E**  **- Maintenance**  **Requ ired:**  1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: I nspections are not required by the FAA for the specified UAS. 3. Mitigation: Any anomalies , as per the Company UAS Policies and Procedures, observe d during any phase of operation that would adversely impact the safe control of the UAS m ust be resolved before any further flight operations. **M. 91.407(a)(1)**  **- General Operating and Fligh**  **t Rules, Subpart E –**  **Operations after maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration:**  1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: No person auth orized under §43.7 of chapter 1 of Title 14 exists to approve a return to service for this type of UAS. 3. Mitigation: If aircraft requires repair by the manufacturer, the manufacturer or an authorized repair facility cond ucts flight test worthiness after repairs and before shippi ng the UAS back to the operator. The Company’s UAS Policies and Procedures and the manufacturer’s correspondence with the petitioner specify to calibrate the Internal Measurement Unit after every firmware upgrade. This is done by t he operator. **N. 91.409(a)(1) and (2)**  **- General Operatin** **g and Flight Rules, Subpart E -** **Inspections:** 1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: Per the manufacturer’s maintenance m anual, this UA does not undergo annual inspections. Airworthiness certificates do not apply to this UA. 3. Mitigation: Per the manufacturer’s main tenance manual, maintenance and inspections are conducted after every 200 flights or 50 hours of flight. **O. 91.417(a) and (b)**  **- General Operating and Flight R** **ules, Subpart E -**  **Maintenance records:**  1. Relief requested 2. Rationale: Maintenance, preventive maintenance and a lterations are not conducted at 100 - hour and annual intervals. The type of record deta ils call out in this section do not apply to this UAS

. 3. Mitigation: The operator does record all maintenan ce in the Operator Log Book per the Company’s UAS Policies and Procedures. Reco rds are retained for as long as the UAS is flown and are available for inspection by the FAA Administrator upon request.8



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **Public Interest and Safety Public Interest**  The improved safety and diminished environmental impact attained using a UAS with the conditions described by the petitioner and carrying no passengers or crew, in lieu of a manned aircraft of much greater size, carrying people as well as combustible fuel, gives the FA A good cause to find that the UAS operation allowed by this exemption is in the public interest. FAA approval for the petitioner to fly the subject s UAS allows the petitioner to afford several important benefits to the public, such as:  Through the use of attractive aerial photographs and video, homeowners and real estate brokers/agents can sell properties faster which wo uld likely afford them their asking price or greater , at the same time allowing buyers to have a greater perspective on properties being co nsidered;  Managers of properties could safely and quickly inspect their grounds, roofs, and structures to prevent issues with tenants’ living environment and potentially reduce overall maintenance costs;  Homeowners could have rain gutters, downspouts, chim neys, et al inspected via UAS versus climbing ladders to potentially injurious heights (Morbidity and Mortality W eekly Report (MMWR), April 2014, found. . . 43 percent of fatal falls in the last decade have involved a ladder);  To verify proper workmanship and potentially reduce the costs of unexpected repairs builders can inspect for anomalies during construction;  Solar panels and other roof affixed - devices can more quickly and safe ly be inspected in lieu of climbing onto roofs ;  Farmers can reduce costs by inspect ing their fields with UAS , consuming less energy and time and allowing them to: o precisely target problem areas with fertilizers or pesticides; o reduce environmental impact ; o d etect invasive species in grasslands and crops; o p lan improvement in field drainage; o t rack disease progressions over wheat fields, identifying areas of reduced yields, root weight, and water- use efficiency;  P ick-your- own fruit and holiday- specific farms (Christmas tree, corn maze, etc.) can use aerial images and video to attract patrons and therefore increase revenue; Public benefit, including increased revenue, enhanced safety, reductions in environmental impacts, including reduced emissions associated with allowing the use UAS is in the public interest. **Public Safety** Granting the requested reliefs would provide a level of safety that is equal to that provided by the rules cited in the requested reliefs . The subject UAS of this peti tion provides an agile, lightweight, a nd safe alternative to manned aircraft

. The petitioner has p rovided mitigations for the requested CFR relief that provide the same or better level of safety for persons, vehicles, animals, prope rty, and structures than manned alternatives.9



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **Privacy** To meet the spirit of the Presidential Memorandum: Promot ing Economic Competitiveness Wh ile Safeguarding Privacy, Civil Rights, and Civil Libert ies in Domestic Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, the Company has Policies and P rocedures in place to protect the public’s privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties. Pe rmission is required to conduct flight operations on private property. **Federal Register Summary** Eagle Eye Photo and Video , LLC seeks an exemption for the following rules: 14 CFR Chapter 1, sections: 61.113(a), 91.103(b)(2), 91.105, 91.109, 91.119(b) and ( c), 91.121, 91.151(a) and (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) and (2), and 91.417(a) and (b). Approval of these exemptions will allow Eagle Eye Photo and Video , LLC to offer contracted commercial UAS operations for a wide range of industries a nd app lications. Granting these exemptions will enhance public safety by reducing the risk to the general public from hazards associated with performing the same service with conventional manned aircraft at the same time opening unforeseen markets that will benefi t the public through safe, economic means

. **Ad ditional**  **Supporting Information** Several documents or links are provided with this petition in supp ort of the relief request. They include: 1. Aircraft manufacturer - DJI: • Release Note 2015- 6 - 18 ( http://download.dji innovations.com/downloads/phantom_3/en/Phantom_3_Advanced_Release_Not e_en.pdf) • Phantom 3 Advanced User Manual (EN) v1.2 ( http://download.dji innovations.com/downloads/phantom_3/en/Phantom_3_Advanced_User_Manual _v1.2_en.pdf) • Phantom 3 Advanced “Fly Safe” ( http://flysafe.dji.com/) • Pilot Training Guide ( http://download.dji innovatio ns.com/downloads/phantom_2_vision_plus/en/Phantom_2_Vision_Plus _Pilot_Training_Guide_v1.1_en.pdf) • DJI “No- Fly Zones” ( http://flysafe.dji.com/no -fly) 2. Eagle Eye Photo and Video , LLC (company confidential) UAS Po licies and Procedures, covering topics such as, but not limited to: • Documents held with operator during flight operations; • Compulsory pre -flight reference to FAA’s “ B4UFLY” app • Line - of- sight flights, day-time only flights, favorable weather conditions; • Airspace restrictions • Reporting accidents to the FAA • Operator Log Bo ok and detailed flight paths are avail able fo r FAA and TSA’s review upon request. DJI Phantom 3 Advanced 1. Serial Number: 03Z0029255 2. Height limitation set for maximum of 4 00 feet AGL 3. Radius distance from controller set for maximum of 1 , 000 feet 4. Fl ight testing on owner’s property has proven that due to the size of the Phantom 3 Advanced , firmware is programmed for maximum 4 00 feet AGL and 1 , 000 distance. These parameters will allow for maintained VSOL without assistance of binoculars or other assistance. Most intended operation s will only require range of 20 -200 AGL and to aid in VLOS10



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition less than 5 00 feet lateral distance from PIC. Limited stated distance for VSOL will be rare if ever needed. 5. Current firmware u pgrades for Main Controller 6. GPS 7. Receiver 8. Battery **Ap pendix A**  DJI Phantom 3 Advanced Owner’ s Manual in PDF http://download.dji innovations.com/downloads/phantom_3/en/Phantom_3_Advanced_User_Manual_v1.2_en.pdf Instead of inserting pdf into this document, link is provided for immediate viewing and/or download. **Ap pendix B**  Baltimore/

Washingto n International Airport Vicinity and 5NM Circle11



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition Washington, D.C. Metro area no fly zones

**Ap pendix C**  **Protocols and Controls** Safety for public on the ground as well as manned aircraft above is an essential and utmost consideration for aerial videos and photography. As such, safety protocols and controls must be implemented through pre-flight preparation and during flight. **Ar ea & Environment** 

 Hazards / Site Selection o Check for wires/cables o Animals o People/bystanders o Property in the vicinity o Site is away from nonessential participants o Ability to maintain adequate buffer zones between aircraft and personnel o Minimize departures and landings over populated areas o Take into account local topography, ensuri ng a visible line of sight towards the UA at all times. o Ensure the telemetry connection is not obstructed.12



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition

o Investigate potential alternative landing site(s) in case take- off site is obstructed or emergency landing is necessary.  Psychological consideration (PIC and observer are well - rested and alert)  Weather considerations o Temperature o Visibility o Precipitation  Wi nd Speed o Upper winds / at altitude o Rotor (lee side of large objects)  Notify any bystanders or nearby property owners of your intentions (permission)  Discuss flight plan with observer  If flying in controlled airspace, have you notified airspace authority o NOTAMs o Can you reach authorities o Do you need to maintain communication?  First Aid Kit stocked, readily accessible and visible to anyone in the area. **Equipment / UA**

**V / Drone**

 Crack in joints and structural members  Loose or damaged screws, ties, fasteners, straps  Loose or damaged wiring  Loose or damaged connections (solder, plugs, etc.)  Inspect prop mounts and screws and apply slight counter pressure on a rms to check for loosened components  FPV , inspect / clean FPV (Camera) Lens and insure it is secured and connectors are fi rmly attached  Camera settings are correct (still images, video, framerate)  UA b atteries are fully charged, properly seated and secure d  Transmitter and FPV/tablet b atteries are fully charged  Fail - safe equipment functioning ◾ RT H (return to home)  Firmware Airport Proximity Detection Functioning  Props are smooth and free of damage / defect (check blade, surface and hub)  Prop adapters are ti ght / secure  Check RC transmitter shows the right range and centering for all sticks  Perform range test **Mission Plan**

 All actions and contingencies for the mission planned.  Contingency planning should include safe routes in the event of a system failure, d egraded performance, or lost co mmunication link.  Mission plans and flight plans should be shared with other operators in the vicinity.13



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **Pre -** **flight / Run -**  **up**

 Verify all transmitter, on - board aircraft and camera batteries are fully charged; (confirm voltage s)  Ensure no frequency conflicts with both video and transmitter / receiver  Checking all control surfaces for signs of damage, loose hinges, and overall condition;  Looking over the rotors to ensure they are in good structural condition and properly secured ;  Check motor and mounting attached to the airframe;  Study propellers / mo unting hardware (tight) ;  Check the landing gear for damage and function  Test electrical connections, plugged in and secure  Ensure photo / video equipment mounting system is secure and operational.  Check minimum GPS acquisition (9 satellites) controlling the autopilot.  Check the IMU movements in the ground control software.  UAV in stabilization mode, ensure control surfaces move towards the correct positions  UAV is in a level locatio n safe for takeoff  FPV / Power up ground station  FPV / Power up Video receiver  T urn on camera system  Camera settings are correct (still images, video, framerate)  SD camera memory clear and inserted into the camera  All transmitter controls move freely in al l directions  All transmitter trims in neutral position  All transmitter switches in correct position  Transmitter throttle to zero  Radio transmitter on  Connect / power on battery to airframe  Ensure led indicators and audible tones are correct  FPV, confirm vi deo is in monitor / goggles  Scan for nearby cars / people / animals  Say “CLEAR!”  Arm flight controller  Increase throttle slightly listening for any abnormalities  Short 20 - 30 second hover at 3- 5 feet (listen for vibrations / loose items)  Confirm Voltage levels are correct14



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **In -**  **Flight**

 Basics: If flying manually, always keep your fingers on the controller/transmitter.  UAV within sight at all times

.  Climb to predetermined altitude away from p otential hazards

.  Keep aircraft at a safe operating distance from people, electric utility lines and buildings.  If the UAV must be flown over buildings or people, use a lightweight UAV and maintain a safe altitude for recovery and make every effort to minimize exposure.  Spotter/observer is free of distractions and able to communicate clearly with PIC without the use of communication device (ex. radio, cell phone, etc.)  Do not fly UAVs within distance defined by local laws of any private/commercial airport/helipad /sea plane base.  Do not fly around a pre- existing UAV flying site without a frequency- management agreement.  Do not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at any airport  Landing: Regardless manual or automated UAV landing, scan landing area for potential obstruction hazards.  Announce out loud “Preparing to L and”.  Carefully land the aircraft away from obstructions and people. **Post -**  **Flight**

 Shutting Down o Turn the power off to the aircraft o Remove the battery. o Turn off the transmitter. o Turn the power off to the photo equipment.  Visually check aircraft for signs of damage and/or excessive wear.  Secure the aircraft.  Check pictures: Verify that the UAV camera actually took the pictures and/or video.  LOG FLIGHT15



### Eagle Eye Photo and Video, Phoenix, MD - Section 333 Exemption Petition **Ap pendix D**  Caution Placard