My name is Johnathon Choate and I am located at 540 Howard St., Kalona, IA 52247. I own a

small photography/videography business and am seeking exemption to be allowed to fly a DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ (UAS) commercially. Videos that I produce can benefitfrom this technology, as it can get aerial views and show specific locations. I see this being very valuable to the communities that I workwithin. The Phantom 2 provides photo and video shots that used to require tens ofthousands of dollars of equipment to pull off before introduced to the market. This allows me to pass savings for professional shots to the local market creating a higher demand. I’m looking for exemption forfor an exemption from part 21, subpart H; and Sections 45.23(b), 61.113(a) and (b), 91.7(a), 91.9(b)(2), 91.103(b), 91.109, 91.119, 91.121, 91.151(a), 91.203(a) and (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(2), and 91.417(a) and (b) ofTitle 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ is operated by connecting to multiple GPS satellites before being allowed to take off. This allows me to strictlywatch that I am not in violation of any existing FAA laws, such as flying near airports orflying higherthan 400 feet above ground level. Since this is operated off of GPS, the Phantom 2 can’t be flown higherthan 400 feet and will automatically start to fly back to original starting position ifflown furtherthan 1400 feet (line ofsight). The Phantom is powered up and not able to fly unless connected to GPS satellites, which provides the safest way to fly a UAS. The Phantom 2 weighs a total of 3.5lbs with camera attached and has a total of4 propellers (referred to as a quad
-copter) and is battery operated. It has a max airspeed of 30 knots. There are more details on the specifics ofthis UAS included in the other documents that I have included. Before flight, I do a visual inspection ofthe Phantom, make sure all batteries are charged, and everything is connecting seamlessly before flight. Before taking it to desired location, I always run a small test to make sure that everything is responding correctly between the remote, transmitter, and Phantom 2. Ifweather conditions such as wind, snow, or rain are an issue, the Phantom 2 isn’tflown. I also have a portable ground station to ensure that the take offand landing takes place on a solid, flat, level surface. I will operate in reasonably safe environments that are strictly controlled, are away from airports, actively populated areas, power lines, and elevated lights. I will continue to conduct extensive preflight inspections and protocols, safety is very important to me. The following has been taken from the “Phantom_2_Vision_Plus_User_Manual” (page 16):

“The Phantom 2 Vision+ Remote Control is a wireless communication device using the 5.8GHz frequency band. Remote Control and Phantom are paired before delivery.”

“The Phantom 2 Vision+ Remote Control is compliant with CE and FCC (see the FCC ID) regulations.” The UAS does not carry any pilots or passengers and a pilot license will not ensure remote control piloting skills as they are very different things. The risks of UAS are far less than the risk levels inherent in the commercial activities and would like to request exemption from § 61.113 Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations: Pilot in command. I have flown numerous practice flights in remote areas as a hobbyist simulating flights forfuture commercial use. This has helped me get very comfortable with the characteristics of my UAS performance undervarious weather conditions. I have over 30 hours of practice with this UAS logged. The battery life ofthis UAS does not allow flight time over 25 continuous minutes. I always have a spotterwith me that helps me be aware ofwhere the UAS is at all times, even though I never let the UAS leave myline ofsight. The spotter is aware and has experience flying the UAS and could take over at any

point during the operation ofthe UAS. I am in the process of acquiring a FAAthird
-class airman medical certificate. The UAS operations will always be conducted in a controlled environment.

• I will operate below 400 feet within a radius of 1000 feet from controller and spotter

• Operate UAS 10
-15 minutes perflight

• Land UAS at manufacturer’s recommended minimum level of battery power

• Operate UAS within visual sight only

• Use GPS flight safetyfeature that allows UAS to return home if connection to the controller is lost

• Have safety protocols including setting out signs with “Aerial Photography in progress, proceed with caution”

• Always obtain necessary permissions priorto operation

• have procedures in place to abort flights in the event of safety breaches or potential danger The UAS will be flown primarily out in the country on local farms. The flights will be conducted with the land owners permission and theywill be clear ofthe area where flights take place. The UAS will consistently stay safe distances away from structures and power lines and will always be in the line ofsite. There will always be a spotterthat ensures line ofsight is always established. I will not operate within the proximity of any airports. As stated before, the UAS will always be operated within the visual line ofsight and I will have a spotterwith me to make sure that I stay compliant. I’ve listed my procedures for a safe flight on page 1 ofthis document and safety procedures can also be found in the flight manual that I have provided from the manufacturer.