### UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON, DC

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR EXEMPTION OF: Wanderer Films

FOR AN EXEMPTION SEEKING RELIEF FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF

TITLE 14 OF THE CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 14 C.F.R §§ 61.23(a), 61.101(34) 61.113(a) & (b), 61.315 (a), 91.7(a), 91.119 (c), 91.119 (c), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), CONCERNING COMMERCIAL OPERATION OF YUNEEC TYPHOON 4K UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF THE FAA MODERNIZATION AND REFORM ACT OF 2012

(PUBLIC LAW 112-95)

Submitted on December, 2015

Luis Alcazar, Co-Owner Wanderer Films 1901 Tully Rd. Hughson, CA 95326

## Table of Contents

Glossary Of Abbreviations

...................................................................................................................... Summary

................................................................................................................................................. Introduction And Interests Of The Petitioner

.......................................................................................... Background

............................................................................................................................................. Basis For Petition

.................................................................................................................................... Name And Address Of The Petitioner

.................................................................................................... The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. From Which Applicant Seeks Exemption

..................................... The Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks The Relief

........................... The Reasons Why Granting Applicant Request Would Be In The Public Interest; That Is, How It Would Benefit The Public As A Whole.

....................................................................... 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 Applicant Seeks Exemption.

....................................................... Conclusion

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## Glossary Of Abbreviations

Acronym Definition

AGL Above Ground Level
AOI Area of Interest
ATC ATC Air Traffic Control
ATO Air Traffic Organization
AV Aerial Vehicle
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
COA Certificate of Authorization
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FAR Federal Aviation Regulation
GCS Ground Control Station
GPS Global Positioning System
LOL Loss of Link
NAS National Airspace System
NOTAM Notice to Airman
PIC Pilot In Command
Section 333 FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012
SO Safety Observer
SOP Standard Operating Procedures
UA Unmanned Aircraft
UAS Unmanned Aircraft System
VFR Visual Flight Rules
VLOS Visual Line of Site
VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
VTOL Vertical Takeoff and Landing

## Summary

Wanderer Films (Applicant) seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.23(a), 61.101(34) 61.113(a) & (b), 61.315 (a), 91.7(a), 91.119 (c), 91.119 (c), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (Yuneec Typhoon 4k) pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA). This exemption will permit Applicant to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the commercial purpose of conducting aerial video and photography to be used in film production, television commercials, news media, sporting events, special events, education, and residential and commercial real estate over certain areas of the United States.



## Introduction And Interests Of The Petitioner

Wanderer Films co-owners, Luis Alcazar, Andrew Brown and Eric Wann have over 20 years combined experience in film and video production. Luis Alcazar a graduate from The Academy of Radio & Television Broadcasting and alumnus of CSU Stanislaus has a de

gree in Computer Graphics and a BFA degree in Video production/Time-Based Media. Since graduating from the Academy in 1995, Luis Alcazar has worked in journalism, film production, sales and multimedia marketing. Andrew Brown has been a long time sup

porter and contributor to the video production and performing arts. He is an alumnus of UCLA, receiving his B.A. degree in Anthro

pology with a minor in Public Health. During his time at UCLA, he helped co-found a co-educational cinema fraternity, Delta Kappa Alpha, and went on become the organizations' Standards Member at Large. He also produced and directed documentaries through UCLA on issues such as transportation and homelessness. Since leaving UCLA, Andrew has returned back home to California's Cen

tral Valley and has been collaborating with local filmmakers and various artists. His dream is to help establish a community of film

makers from this area to help tell narratives that are often ignored in the mainstream media. Eric Wann is a video production, and film making enthusiast. He is currently enrolled at California State University Northridge to their film production program seeking a BFA in film production with a focus in cinematography. Eric began his career in video production in 2013 with small scale independent short films, and has since directed, edited, photographed, and distributed a growing library of shorts, music videos, commercials, in

structional videos, and short documentaries. While he plans to make a career out of photographing fictional narrative feature films, his passion lies in visual anthropology, and education based around sharing cultural experience.

Wanderer Films’ objective is to obtain an FAA authorization in order to provide high quality cinematography and photographic imaging for a variety of commercial and public uses, specifically targeting:

 Filmmaking (fiction, non-fiction, and documentaries)

 Advertisement (promotional videos and commercials)

 Commercial Aerial Photography

 Sporting and Special Events

 Schools and Universities (educational videos, ethnographic films, anthropological studies, film courses)

 Residential and Commercial Real Estate
1. Construction sites before and after, appraisals, land & aerial surveying, inspections, sales and marketing.


## Background

Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Yuneec Typhoon 4K UASs Applicant seeks an exemption to operate Yuneec systems for compensation or hire within the NAS. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft (UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) utilizing electronic tablet or smart phone systems. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k has a maximum gross weight (camera and aircraft) of approximately 4 pounds 18 ounces, while having a length of 22.2 inches width of 16.5 inches, height of 8.3 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 27 mph. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k is equipped with four main rotors; driven by a 5400mAh 3s 11.1 Lithium Polymer battery powered electric motors.The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA that will be operated by Applicant will be registered in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 44103, Registration of Aircraft , as well as 14 C.F.R Part 47, Aircraft Registration , and marked in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 45, Identification and Registration Marking

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## Basis For Petition

Petitioner, Applicant, pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 C.F.R. § 11.61) and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA), Section 333, Special Rules for Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems , hereby petitions the Administrator to commercially operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS in the National Airspace System (NAS), and for an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.23(a), 61.113(a) & (b), 61.315 (a), 91.7(a), 91.119 (c), 91.119 (c), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (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, Applicant operation of Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS meets the 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, Applicant requests relief from Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 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. Applicant submits that the requested relief is proper since an equivalent level of safety will be ensured. Applicant 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, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Applicant will document and maintain all maintenance records for the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS. Relief from certain requirements of Section 61.113(a) and (b), entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command , is requested by Applicant to the extent necessary to allow a Pilot in Command (PIC) holding a private pilot or higher level certificate, as well as an airman medical certificate, and who has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight- hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS in a manner consistent with this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. Applicant seeks relief from Section 91.7(a), entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness , because the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS does not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. As such, Applicant submits that he will ensure that the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS are in an airworthy condition, prior to every flight, by determining that the UAS are in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Instruction Manual), and that the aircraft are in a condition for safe flight. Applicant also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.119 (c), entitled Minimum Safe Altitudes: General , as the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS operate at low altitudes of 400 feet or less. Applicant also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter Settings , as the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA will not have a typical barometric altimeter onboard. However, altitude information of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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 Applicant’s operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS within visual line of sight, at or below 500 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. Additionally, Applicant seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.151(b), entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions . Applicant submits that safety will not be affected by operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) under visual flight rules (VFR), with enough battery power to fly for a total duration of approximately 20 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, Applicant provides the following information in support of its petition for exemption:

## Name And Address Of The Petitioner

The name and address of the Petitioner and point of contact is: Luis Alcazar, c/o Wanderer Films 1901 Tully Rd. Hughson, CA 95326
209-410-1765 Email: luis@luisalcazar.com



## The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. From Which Applicant Seeks Exemption

Applicant Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.23(a). Medical certificates: Requirement and duration. (a) Operations requiring a medical certificate. Except as provided in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section. Applicant 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. Applicant Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 315 (a).
61.315 What are the privileges and limits of my sport pilot certificate? (a) If you hold a sport pilot certificate you may act as pilot in command of a light-sport aircraft, except as specified in paragraph (c) of this section. Applicant 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. Applicant Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.119 (c). Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no person may operate an aircraft below the following altitudes: Applicant 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-- (1) 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)(1)(i) of this section, the current reported altimeter setting of an appropriate available station; or (iii) In the case of an aircraft not equipped with a radio, the elevation of the departure airport or an appropriate altimeter settingavailable before departure. Applicant Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.151(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. Applicant Seeks Exemption From The Requirement Of Section 91.405(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[.] Applicant 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)(1), 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[.] Applicant Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.409(a)(1) 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. Applicant 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 work performed 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 100-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. (b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods prescribed:(1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(1) 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 furnished 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 return to service.


## The Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks The Relief

Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks Relief From Section 61.23(a). Medical certificates: Requirement and duration. (a) Operations requiring a medical certificate. Except as provided in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section. The PIC will not be operating a aircraft which is capable of carrying passengers or the pilot. Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant 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 private pilot or higher level certificate, as well as a current and valid airman 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, Applicant submits that an equivalent level of safety will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS unless that PIC has met certain flight-hour and currency requirements, demonstrating that the PIC is able to safely operate either the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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, Applicant submits that all flights of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, conducted by the PIC pursuant to the grant of this Petition: (1) will be incidental to Applicant's business; and (2) will not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks Relief From Section 91.7(a). Relief from Section 91.7(a) entitled Civil Aircraft Airworthiness , is requested to the extent required to allow Applicant to determine that the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS is in airworthy condition prior to every flight by ensuring that the UAS is in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., the Monthly Maintenance Log, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Instruction Manual). Applicant seeks the requested relief because the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS do not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Therefore, Applicant will ensure that the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS are in airworthy condition based upon its compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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. Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks Relief From Section 91.119 (c). Relief from Section 91.119 (c), entitled Minimum Safe Altitudes: General , as the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA operates at low altitudes of 400 feet or less. Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks Relief From Section 91.121. Relief from Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter Settings , may be required to allow flight operations of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, which utilize 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), Applicant seeks the requested relief because the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA 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 the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA is equipped with a barometric pressure sensor and GPS equipment, which automatically ensures 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 heads-up display of the GCS.Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks Relief From Section 91.151(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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), for a total duration of 20 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 3 minutes. Applicant seeks the requested relief because without an exemption from Section 91.151(b), the flight time duration of the battery powered Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA will severely constrain the practicality of any aerial video or still photo flight operations that Applicant proposes to conduct pursuant to this Petition. Significantly, as set forth below, the technical specifications of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS operating documents, and Applicant’s proposed operating limitations, ensure that Applicant will safely operate the battery powered Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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 20 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 3 minutes. Extent Of Relief Applicant Seeks And The Reason Applicant Seeks Relief From Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & (b). Since Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, Applicant requests relief from these Sections because the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS does not require airworthiness certificates. As set forth more fully below, the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS meets the conditions of FMRA Section 333 for operation without an airworthiness certificate. Accordingly, Applicant 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., Monthly Maintenance Log, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Applicant will document and maintain all maintenance records for the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS.


## The Reasons Why Granting Applicant 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 Applicant to safely, efficiently, and economically perform aerial video and photography of construction sites, real estate, and landscape over certain areas of the United States. Additionally, use of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS will decrease congestion of the NAS, reduce pollution, and provide significant benefits to the economy. Notably, the benefits of Applicant’s proposed operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS will be realized without implicating any privacy issues. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion Of The NAS. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA is battery powered and serves as a safe, efficient, and economical alternative to the manned 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS would reduce the amount of manned aircraft in the NAS, reduce noise and air pollution, as well as increase the safety of life and property in the air and on the ground. It should also be noted that the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS FAA compliant “No Fly Feature” prevents flight near commercial airports. 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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. The Public Will Benefit From The Safety And Efficiency Of The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS

. Conducting aerial acquisitions with the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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, the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS produces 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, while reducing the carbon footprint of aerial acquisitions, also eliminates noise pollution, as the UA is propelled by a battery powered electric motor, rather than an internal combustion engine. By using the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA (weighing approximately 4 pounds 18 ounces, at their maximum gross weights with a length of 22 inches a width of 16.5 inches and 17.7 inches, 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). Performing Aerial Video and Photography Operations With The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Will Benefit The Economy. In addition to being safe and efficient, the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS is also an economical alternative to using manned aircraft to conduct similar aerial operations. As such, operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS will allow United States based companies, like Applicant, 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, companies such as Applicant, 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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. There Are No Privacy Issues. Similar to the manned aerial acquisition flight operations that have been conducted for decades, Applicant’s proposed operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS will not implicate any privacy issues. Specifically, the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS will be operated only in compliance with operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Instruction Manual), which requires property owner involvement as well as local law enforcement notification, and in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, including the minimum altitude requirements of 14 C.F.R. § 91.119.


## 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 Applicant Seeks Exemption.

Reasons Why The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA Meets 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 associated with the unmanned aircraft and its operation, Applicant’s operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS meets the conditions of FMRA Section 333, and will not require an airworthiness 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 333 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 of Unmanned 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). (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, Applicant submits that the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS can operate safely in the NAS pursuant to FMRA Section 333, as demonstrated by: (a) the characteristics of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS; (b) the pilot certification requirement; and (c) the specific operating limitations.a. The Specifications Of The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Demonstrates Its Safe Characteristics. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS

. The technical specifications of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS are set forth by the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Specification and Data Sheet, attached hereto as Exhibits A.
ii. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Autonomous Flight And Navigation Modes Enable The UAS To Remain Within A Defined Operational Area. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS may be operated in both manual and fully autonomous flight modes. A complete description of the flight and navigational modes of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS are provided on pages 13-17 of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Manual, attached hereto as Exhibits B.
iii. The Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Is Designed For Automatic Return To Home Or Hover In The Event Of Loss Of The Control Link Or Navigation. A complete description of the Home Mode of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS are set forth at pages 17-18, in the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Manual, attached hereto as Exhibits B. b. Flight Operations Of Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA Are Limited To The Line Of Sight Of A Certificated Pilot in Command With A Safety Observer. Wanderer Films (of California) video production staff will be the only persons to act as a pilot in command (PIC) of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS. Additionally, a safety observer will assist the PIC at all times during flight time. c. Flights Of Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS Will Be Conducted Pursuant To Specific Operating Limitations. In seeking this exemption, Applicant proposes to commercially operate Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS for the special purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain 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: Yuneec Typhoon 4k Unmanned Aircraft Systems. 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 UAs may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 20 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. All 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 human vision unaided by any device other than corrective 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. Electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the 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. It 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 ifquestions 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 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 UASs 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 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 permitted 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. 18. UAS 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 not authorized. 19. 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. 20. 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. 21. If the UA loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it must return to a pre- determined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered in accordance with the operating documents. 22. The PIC must abort the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies in accordance with the operating documents. 23. 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. 24. All aircraft operated in accordance with the exemption must be identified by serial number, registered in accordance with 14 C.F.R. part 47, and have identification (N- Number) markings in accordance with 14 C.F.R. part 45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as practicable. 25. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrum used for operation and control of the UA must comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 26. 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 documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. 27. The UA must remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation operations and activities at all times.28. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle.

29. 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. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure that nonparticipating persons remain under such protection. If a situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations must cease immediately 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). 30. 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. 31. 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

. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) And (b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. Applicant 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS in a manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. Considering Applicant’s proposed area of operations, and the operating limitations set forth-above; the parallel nature of private pilot aeronautical knowledge requirements to those of commercial pilot requirements ( See Exemption No. 11062); and the airmanship skills necessary to safely operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, Applicant submits that the additional manned airmanship experience of a commercially certificated pilot would not correlate to the airmanship skills necessary for Applicant’s 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). Applicant will not allow any PIC to operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour requirements or the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS training and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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. § 61.51(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 of UAS 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 Applicant’s 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. 11062, 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 of UAS 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 total 25 hours of UAS rotorcraft time. In addition to the hour requirements, the PIC must accomplish 3 takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency 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 applicableregulations 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, Applicant will ensure safe operations by not allowing any PIC to operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS in a manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 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) will be maintained because prior to every flight, Applicant will ensure that the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS is in an airworthy condition based upon the UAS’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, 11109, 11110, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.119 (c) and91.121 Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. The equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.119 (c) and 91.121 will be maintained because the altitude information of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA 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 Applicant’s operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 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 91.151(b) as a result of (1) the technical specifications of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS; (2) the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and (3) the location of the proposed flight operations. Accordingly, Applicant will ensure that it will safely operate the battery powered Yuneec Typhoon 4k UA during daylight hours in VFR conditions, with enough battery power to fly for a total duration of 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. Here, as in Exemption No. 11109, the technical specifications of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS; the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and the location of the proposed operations, will ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 C.F.R. Section 91.151(b). Furthermore, safety will be ensured as the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS provide audible and visual warnings to the PIC at the GCS when the UA experiences low battery voltage, the first warning occurring at approximately 33% remaining battery power, and again at approximately 10% remaining battery power. At the critically low battery level, the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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. Relief has 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, 10808, 10673, 11042, 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & (b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. In seeking this exemption, Applicant 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)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) will be met because Applicant 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., Monthly Maintenance Log, Pre-flight Checklist, and the Yuneec Typhoon 4k Instruction Manual ). Furthermore, Applicant will document and maintain all maintenance records for the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS. Since the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS will be inspected as prescribed by the operating documents, Applicant will maintain the equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.405(a), 91.409(a)(1), and 91.409(a)(2).Likewise, the exemption sought will not adversely affect safety because Applicant 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) establish that safety is not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and operating limitations of the UAS are considered. In consideration of Applicant’s proposed operating limitations, the operating documents, and the technical aspects of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, Applicant 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, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 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 , Applicant requests that the FAA prescribe special conditions for the intended operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator finds 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 §§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7 (a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). Such special conditions will permit safe operation of the UA 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 threat 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 Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, since the airworthiness regulations of 14 C.F.R. Part 21 do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards, due to the novel or unusual design features 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 the Applicant intended operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator finds 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, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b).

 A Summary That Can Be Published In The Federal Register, stating: The Rules From Which Applicant Seeks Exemption: Applicant 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)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). A Brief Description Of The Nature Of The Exemption Applicant Seeks: This exemption will permit Applicant to commercially operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States.

 Any Additional Information, Views, Or Arguments Available To Support Applicant’s Request. This Petition is made pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section 333, which directs the Secretary of Transportation to determine if certain UAS may operate safely in the NAS. As such, Applicant’s request for exemption may be granted pursuant to the authority of FMRA 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 certification.As discussed in detail above, Applicant will operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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, Applicant seeks an exemption pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 11.61 and Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA), which will permit safe operation of the Yuneec Typhoon 4k 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 Reform Act of 2012, while also advancing the interests of the public, by allowing Applicant to safely, efficiently, and economically operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS commercially within the NAS.
WHEREFORE , in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, Section 333, Applicant 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)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), and permit the Applicant to operate the Yuneec Typhoon 4k UAS commercially for the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States.

Respectfully submitted,

Luis Alcazar, c/o Wanderer Films 1901 Tully Rd. Hughson, CA 95326 luis@luisalcazar.com