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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION 

ADMINISTRATION

WASHINGTON, DC

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR EXEMPTION OF: ADAM J. STONESTREET

FOR AN EXEMPTION SEEKING RELIEF FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF TITLE 14 OF THE 

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 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) CONCERNING COMMERCIAL 

OPERATION OF DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ AND DJI Inspire 1+ AND DJI SPREADING WINGS 

S800 UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF THE FAA 

MODERNIZATION AND REFORM ACT OF 2012 (PUBLIC LAW 11295)

Submitted on October 15th, 2015

Adam J Stonestreet

PO BOX 7144 

Bismarck, ND 58507

701-595-6489
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS.................................................................................3 

SUMMARY......................................................................................................................4 

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF PETITIONER.................................................4 

BACKGROUND................................................................................................................4 

BASIS FOR PETITION...........................................................................................................................5 

NAME AND ADDRESS OF PETITIONER...........................................................8 

THE SPECIFIC SECTIONS OF 14 C.F.R. FROM WHICH ADAM J. STONESTREET SEEKS 

EXEMPTION......................................................................8 

THE EXTENT OF RELIEF ADAM J. STONESTREET SEEKS AND THE REASON ADAM J. 

STONESTREET SEEKS THE RELIEF..........................12 

THE REASONS WHY GRANTING ADAM J. STONESTREET REQUEST WOULD BE IN THE PUBLIC 

INTEREST ......................................................16 

THE REASONS WHY GRANTING THE EXEMPTION WOULD NOT ADVERSELY AFFECT 

SAFETY......................................................................20 

CONCLUSION.................................................................................................................39 
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GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS 

AGL Above Ground Level 

AOI Area of Interest

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 (FMRA) 

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 
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SUMMARY 

Adam J. Stonestreet seeks exemption from the requirements of 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), to operate an Unmanned 

Aircraft System pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA). This 

exemption will permit Adam J. Stonestreet to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the commercial 

purpose of conducting aerial video and photography, cell tower land and infrastructure inspection for civil 

operations within the United States of America. 

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER 

My name is Adam J. Stonestreet, and I am 26 years old. I live in Bismarck, North Dakota. I have been flying 

model airplanes, helicopters and UAS for nearly 8 years. I also am a skilled computer programmer. My areas of 

interests include film, flying, and designing and construction of custom made UAS. I am an actively involved 

member of my community. I am currently obtaining an LLC for an aerial film and photography business called 

Stonestreet Group.

The objective of Stonestreet Group will be to provide civil land surveying and various types of construction 

inspections. This includes power lines, cell towers, and agriculture systems. 

BACKGROUND 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems: DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's 

Adam J. Stonestreet seeks an exemption to operate DJI systems for compensation or hire within the NAS. The 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, DJI Spreading Wings S800 are vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) 

Unmanned Aircraft (UA). These UAS’s use a Ground Control Station (GCS), displayed on an electronic tablet 

or smartphone. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ has a maximum gross weight of approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces, 

a length of 16 inches width of 16 inches, height of 8 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 29 knots. 

The DJI Inspire 1 has a maximum gross weight of 6 pounds 7.5 ounces, a length of 17.3 inches, width of 17.7 

inches, height of 11.8 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 42 knots. T he DJI Spreading Wings 

S800+ weighs 8 pounds 2 ounces, is 35 inches in length, 18 inches in width and 12.5 inches in height, has a 

maximum gross weight 12 pounds 3.8 ounces, and Has a maximum speed of approximately 56 knots. The DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS’s are equipped with four main rotors; 

driven by Lithium Polymer battery powered electric motors. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS that will be operated by 

Adam J. Stonestreet 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.

BASIS FOR PETITION 

Petitioner, Adam J. Stonestreet, 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 DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's in the National Airspace System (NAS), and for 

an exemption from the requirements of 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). 
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In consideration of the speed, weight, size, and limited operating area associated with the unmanned aircraft and 

its operation, Adam J. Stonestreet operation of DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800 UAS's 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, Adam J. Stonestreet 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. 

Adam J. Stonestreet submits that the requested relief is proper since an equivalent level of safety will be 

ensured. Adam J. Stonestreet will use experienced personnel or technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, 

or preventive maintenance on the UAS's using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the 

operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ DJI Inspire 1+ and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Adam J. Stonestreet will document and maintain all 

maintenance records for the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's. 

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

Pilot in command, is requested by Adam J. Stonestreet 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's in a manner consistent with 

this exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from 

people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Adam J. Stonestreet seeks relief from Section 91.7(a), entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, because the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's do not require an airworthiness 

certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. As such, Adam J. Stonestreet submits that he will 

ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's are in an 

airworthy condition, prior to every flight, by determining that the UAS's are in compliance with the operating 

documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, DJI Spreading Wings 

S800 Instruction Manual), and that the aircrafts are in a condition for safe flight. 

Adam J. Stonestreet also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter 

Settings, as the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAs will not have a 

typical barometric altimeter onboard. However, altitude information of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 

1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAs 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 Adam J. Stonestreet’s operation of the 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1+ and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's within visual line of sight, at 

or below 500 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. 

Additionally, Adam J. Stonestreet seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.151(b), entitled Fuel 

requirements for flight in VFR conditions. Adam J. Stonestreet submits that safety will not be affected by 

operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1+ and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS’s during daylight hours in visual 

meteorological conditions (VMC) under visual flight rules (VFR), with enough battery power to fly for a total 

duration of approximately 14.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising 

speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. 
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In accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 11.81, Adam J. Stonestreet provides the following information in support of its 

petition for exemption: 

A. Name And Address Of The Petitioner. 

The name and address of the Petitioner and point of contact is: Adam J. Stonestreet

PO Box 7144, Bismarck, ND 58507. Phone: 701-595-6489 Email: ajstonestreet@gmail.com

B. The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. From Which Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks Exemption. 

1. Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) And (b). 

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

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

(a) No person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command (PIC) of an aircraft that is 

carrying passengers or property for compensation or hire; nor may that person, for compensation or hire, act as 

PIC of an aircraft. 

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

employment if—

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

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

2. Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a). 

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

following: 

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

3. Adam J. Stonestreet 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 
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altimeter setting available before departure. 

4. Adam J. Stonestreet 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. 

5. Adam J. Stonestreet 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[.] 

6. Adam J. Stonestreet 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[.] 

7. Adam J. Stonestreet 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. 

8. Adam J. Stonestreet 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 
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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. 

C. The Extent Of Relief Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks And The Reason Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks The 

Relief. 

1. Extent Of Relief Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks And The Reason Adam J. Stonestreet 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 
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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, Adam J. Stonestreet submits that an equivalent level of safety will be maintained 

because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ UAS, DJI Inspire 1+, UAS, or DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS unless that PIC has met certain flight-hour and currency requirements, 

demonstrating that the PIC is able to safely operate either the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 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, Adam J. Stonestreet submits that all flights of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS's, conducted by the PIC pursuant to the grant of this Petition: (1) will be incidental 

to Adam J. Stonestreet's business; and (2) will not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. 

2. Extent Of Relief Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks And The Reason Adam J. Stonestreet 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 

Adam J. Stonestreet to determine that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings 

S800 UAS's are in airworthy condition prior to every flight by e nsuring that the UAS is in compliance with the 

operating documents (i.e., the Adam J. Stonestreet Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 Instruction Manual). 

Adam J. Stonestreet seeks the requested relief because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS's do not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, 

Subpart H. Therefore, Adam J. Stonestreet will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+ and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS's are in airworthy condition based upon its compliance with the operating 

documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800, Instruction Manual) prior to every flight, and further, determine that the aircraft are in condition 

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

3. Extent Of Relief Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks And The Reason Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks Relief From 

Section 91.121. 

Relief from Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, may be required to allow flight operations of the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's, 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), Adam J. 

Stonestreet seeks the requested relief because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800 UA’s altimeter may be set on the ground to zero feet AGL, rather than the local barometric 

pressure or field altitude, before each flight. 

Considering the limited altitude of the proposed operations, relief from 14 CFR 91.121 is sought to the extent 

necessary to comply with the applicable conditions and limitations stated below. As more fully set forth herein, 

an equivalent level of safety will be maintained since the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAs are equipped with a barometric pressure sensor and GPS equipment, which 
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automatically ensures that a g round 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. 

4. Extent Of Relief Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks And The Reason Adam J. Stonestreet 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800 UAs during daylight 

hours in visual meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), 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. Adam J. Stonestreet seeks the requested relief because without an exemption from Section 

91.151(b), the flight time duration of the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAs will severely constrain the practicality of any aerial video or still photo flight 

operations that Adam J. Stonestreet proposes to conduct pursuant to this Petition. 

Significantly, as set forth below, the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and 

DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

operating documents, and Adam J. Stonestreet’s proposed operating limitations, ensure that Adam J. Stonestreet

will safely operate the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

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

5. Extent Of Relief Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks And The Reason Adam J. Stonestreet 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, Adam J. Stonestreet requests relief from these Sections because the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS's do not r equire airworthiness certificates. As set forth more fully below, the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's meet the conditions of FMRA 

Section 333 for operation without an airworthiness certificate. Accordingly, Adam J. Stonestreet will use 

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

methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the UAS operating documents (i.e., the Adam J. Stonestreet

Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800, Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Adam J. Stonestreet will document and maintain all 

maintenance records for the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's. 

D. The Reasons Why Granting Adam J. Stonestreet 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 Adam J. Stonestreet 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's will 

decrease congestion of the NAS, reduce pollution, and provide significant benefits to the economy. Notably, the 

benefits of Adam J. Stonestreet’s proposed operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800, UAS's will be realized without implicating any privacy issues. 
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1. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion Of The NAS. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAs are battery powered and 

serve 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI Spreading Wings S800, 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 g round. 

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

caused by arriving and departing aircraft will be reduced. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAs do 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. 

2. The Public Will Benefit From The Safety And Efficiency Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 

1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's. 

Conducting aerial acquisitions with the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

UAS's, 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's 

produce no air pollution, and is the most viable environmentally 

conscious alternative to the cabin class, six cylinder internal combustion engine aircraft that are typically 

utilized for aerial video and photography, while burning approximately 20-30 gallons per hour of leaded 

aviation fuel. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAs, while reducing 

the carbon footprint of aerial acquisitions, also eliminates noise pollution, as the UAs are propelled by battery 

powered electric motors, rather than an internal combustion engine. 

By using the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's to perform aerial 

acquisitions, the substantial risk to life and property in the air and on the ground, which is usually associated 

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

from the lack of flight crew members located onboard the aircraft, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, 

and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAs (weighing approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces and 6 pounds 7.5 ounces and 

8 pounds 2 ounces respectively, at their maximum gross weights with lengths of 16 inches and 17.3 inches and 

35 inches respectively, widths of 16 inches and 17.7 inches and 18 inches respectively, and with no fuel on 

board), has less physical potential for collateral damage to life and property on the ground, and in the air, 

compared to the manned aircraft that typically conduct similar operations (weighing approximately 6,000 

pounds with a wingspan of approximately 42 feet, a length of 34 feet, and a fuel capacity of 180 gallons). 

3. Performing Aerial Video and Photography Operations With The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 

1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's Will Benefit The Economy. 

In addition to being safe and efficient, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings 

S800 UAS's are also an economical alternative to using manned aircraft to conduct similar aerial operations. As 

such, operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's will allow 

United States based companies, like Adam J. Stonestreet and Peak Perspective LLC, to remain competitive and 

contribute to growth of the U.S. economy. Specifically, with the rising cost of aviation fuel and the 

Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) regulatory actions phasing out leaded aviation fuels, U.S. owned 

and operated companies must adopt new and alternative technology in order to remain competitive. Operating 

the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's is one such 
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technology that not only allows companies greater operational flexibility compared to manned aircraft, but 

provides such flexibility without the high operational cost of a traditional manned aircraft. 

By operating the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's, companies 

such as Adam J. Stonestreet, can remain competitive and profitable, and therefore, provide greater job stability 

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

financial performance of U.S. companies, through commercial use of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 

1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's, 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. 

4. There Are No Privacy Issues. 

Similar to the manned aerial acquisition flight operations that have been conducted for decades, Adam J. 

Stonestreet’s proposed operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

UAS's will not implicate any privacy issues. Specifically, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS's will be operated only in compliance with operating documents (i.e. Monthly 

Maintenance Log, and the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, 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. 

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

Exemption Would Provide A Level Of Safety At Least Equal To That Provided By The Rule From 

Which Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks Exemption. 

1. Reasons Why The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAs Meet 

The Conditions Of The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) Section 333. 

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

its operation, Adam J. Stonestreet’s operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800 UAS's meet the regulation and 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 
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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, Adam J. Stonestreet submits that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and 

DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's can operate safely in the NAS pursuant to FMRA Section 333, as 

demonstrated by: (a) the characteristics of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800 UAS's; (b) the pilot certification requirement; and (c) the specific operating limitations. 

a. The Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

UAS's Demonstrate Its Safe Characteristics. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's do not create a hazard to 

users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security considering its size, weight, 

speed, and operational capability. 

i. Technical Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings 

S800 UAS's. 

The technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

UAS's are set forth by the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 

Specifications and Data Sheet, attached hereto as Exhibit A, B and C. 

ii. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's Autonomous 

Flight And Navigation Modes Enable The UAS's To Remain Within A Defined Operational Area. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 U A S ' s m a y b e o p e r a t e d i 

n b o t h m a n u a l a n d f u l l y a u t o n o m o u s f l i g h t m o d e s . A c o m p l e t e description of the flight 

and navigational modes of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's 

is provided at pages 25-35 of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ and pages 12-16 and 45-50 of the DJI Inspire 1+, User 

Manuals, attached hereto as Exhibit D, E and F. 

ii i. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's Are Designed 

For Automatic Return To Home Point Or Hover In The Event Of Loss Of The Control Link Or 

Navigation. 

When the Control Link is lost, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, 

UAs will remain stationary, in flight, for 3 seconds or more. 

If, after 3 seconds, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAs do not 

reacquire control link data from the GCS, the UAs will assume that the Control Link is lost and the UAs will 

return to the home position (i.e., failsafe mode) via GPS, and will descend to the takeoff position and shutdown. 

iv. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, GCS And Its Operation. 

A complete description of the operation and specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and 

DJI Spreading Wings S800, GCS and flight control software is provided at pages 32 through 43 of the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 User Manual and pages 40 through 47 of the DJI Inspire 

1+, User Manual. DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, User Manuals are 

attached hereto as Exhibits C, D, And E 
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b. Flight Operations Of DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's 

Are Limited To The Line Of Sight Of A Certificated Pilot in Command With A Safety Observer. 

Adam J. Stonestreet will only utilize certificated pilots who possess a current and valid airman medical 

certificate to act as a pilot in command (PIC) of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800, UAS's. Additionally, a safety observer will assist all pilots during flight time. 

c. Flights Of DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's Will Be 

Conducted Pursuant To Specific Operating Limitations. 

In seeking this exemption, Adam J. Stonestreet proposes to commercially operate DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's for the special purpose of conducting aerial video and 

photography over areas of United States that do not pose any safety discrepancies to civilians, 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 UAS's weighing less than 55 pounds maximum gross weight: DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, 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 by any at an indicated airspeed exceeding 20 knots. 

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 500 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 
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it petitions for extension or amendment to the grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update or 

revision would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted the exemption, then the operator must petition for 

amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) may be contacted if 

questions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operating documents. 

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

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

operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a condition 

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

and alterations must be properly documented in the aircraft records. 

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

characteristics, e.g. replacement of a flight critical component, must undergo a functional test flight. The 

PIC who conducts the functional test flight must make an entry in the aircraft records. 

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

or equipment, not already covered in the relevant sections of the operating documents. 

13. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer’s aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, 

replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements. 

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

accordance with the operating documents. Maintenance, inspection, alterations, and status of 

replacement/overhaul component parts must be noted in the aircraft records, including total time in 

service, 

description of work accomplished, and the signature of the authorized person returning the UAS to service. 

15. Each UAS's operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer Safety Bulletins. 

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

discrepancies discovered between inspections. 

17. The PIC must possess at least a private pilot certificate and at least a current third- class medical 

certificate. 

18. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC meets the operator’s qualification criteria 

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

operated under the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate 

distances from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours must be logged in 

a manner consistent with 14 C.F.R. § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator’s PICs 

are 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 non-participants, and the PIC must operate the 

UA with appropriate distance from nonparticipants in accordance with 14 C.F.R. § 91.119. 

19. 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 
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request will be made at the FAA office closest to proposed area of operations. Flights under special 

visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized.

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

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

obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a NOTAM as required by the operator’s 

COA. The letter of agreement with the airport management must be made available to the Administrator 

upon request. 

21. The UA may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet horizontally from a cloud 

or when visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC. 

22. 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. 

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

the operating documents. 

24. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) 

there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the intended landing point and land the UA with 

25% battery power remaining. 

25. The operator must obtain an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate of Waiver or 

Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the grant of exemption. This COA will 

also require the operator to request a Notice to Airman (NOTAM) not more than 72 hours in advance, 

but not less than 48 hours prior to the operation. All operations shall be conducted in accordance with 

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

transponder requirements. 

26. All aircraft operated in accordance with the exemption must be identified by serial number, registered in 

accordance with 14 C.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. 

27. 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. 

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

Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the UAS is operating. These documents must be made 

available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. 

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

all times. 

30. The UAS may not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 
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31. Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons (persons other 

than the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons), vessels, vehicles, and structures unless: 

a. 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). 

32. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with permission from the 

land owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from land owner/controller or authorized 

representative will be obtained for each flight to be conducted. 

33. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical boundaries of the 

operational area as defined by the applicable COA must be reported to the FAA's UAS Integration 

Office (AFS-80) within 24 hours. Accidents must be reported to the National Transportation Safety 

Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: www.ntsb.gov.

2. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) And (b) Would Not 

Adversely Affect Safety. 

Adam J. Stonestreet submits that the equivalent level of safety established by Section 61.113(a) and (b) will be 

maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800, UAS's unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency 

requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI 

Spreading Wings S800, UAS in a manner consistent with the exemption, including 

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

structures. 

Considering Adam J. Stonestreet’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 DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS, Adam J. Stonestreet submits that the 

additional manned airmanship experience of a commercially certificated pilot would not correlate to the 

airmanship skills necessary for Adam J. Stonestreet’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). 

Adam J. Stonestreet will not allow any PIC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour requirements 

or the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS training and currency 
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requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI 

Spreading Wings S800, 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 Adam J. Stonestreet’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 applicable regulations would satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, and 

experience-building flights can also be conducted under the grant of exemption to accomplish the required 

flight time. During training, proficiency, and experience-building flights the PIC is required to operate the UA 

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

Exemption No. 11138 at page 15. Accordingly, Adam J. Stonestreet will ensure safe operations by not allowing 

any 

PIC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS unless that PIC 

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

operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, or DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS in a manner consistent 

with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from 

people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

3. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.7(a) Would Not Adversely Affect 

Safety. 

The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.7(a) will be maintained because prior to every flight, 

Adam J. Stonestreet will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings 

S800, 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, 
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11161). 

4. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121 Would Not Adversely Affect 

Safety. 

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

of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800, UAs will be provided to the PIC via GPS equipment and a radio communications 

telemetry data link, which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring of the flight path and 

altitude. This altitude information, combined with Adam J. Stonestreet’s operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAs 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's 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). 

5. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.151(b) Would Not Adversely 

Affect Safety. 

A grant of this exemption would ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 C.F.R. Section 91.151(b) 

as a result of (1) the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading 

Wings S800, UAS's; (2) the limitations on the proposed flight operations; and (3) the location of the proposed 

flight operations. Accordingly, Adam J. Stonestreet will ensure that it will safely operate the battery powered 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAs 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, 

and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's; 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings 

S800, UAS's provide audible and visual warnings to the PIC at the GCS when the UAs experiences low battery 

voltage, the first warning occurring at approximately 30% remaining battery power, and again at approximately 

10% remaining battery power. At the critically low battery level, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, 

and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's 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). 

6. 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, Adam J. Stonestreet submits that the equivalent level of safety with regard to the 

regulatory maintenance and alteration requirements established 
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by Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) will be met because Adam J. 

Stonestreet will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the 

UAS's using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating documents (i.e., the Adam J. 

Stonestreet Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, 

and DJI Spreading Wings S800, Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Adam J. Stonestreet will document and 

maintain all maintenance records for the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings 

S800 UAS's. 

Since the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's will be inspected as 

prescribed by the operating documents, Adam J. Stonestreet 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 Adam J. Stonestreet will use trained 

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

techniques, and practices prescribed by the operating documents. 

Furthermore, the exemption sought would maintain an equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.407, 

91.417(a) and 91.417(b), because all maintenance of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI 

Spreading Wings S800 UAS's 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 Adam J. Stonestreet’s proposed operating limitations, the operating documents, and the 

technical aspects of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's, Adam 

J. Stonestreet 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). 

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

In accordance with Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA) and 14 C.F.R. § 

21.16 entitled Special Conditions, Adam J. Stonestreet requests that the FAA prescribe special conditions for 

the intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's, 

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 UAs for the limited purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over 

certain areas of 

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

whether a UAS will create a hazard to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a 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 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's, 

since the airworthiness regulations of 14 C.F.R. Part 21 do not c o n t a i n a d e q u a t e o r a p p r o p r i a t e s
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a f e t y s t a n d a r d s , d u e t o t h e n o v e l o r u n u s u a l d e s i g n 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 Peak Performance’s intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's, 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 Adam J. 

Stonestreet Seeks Exemption: 

Adam J. Stonestreet 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 Adam J. Stonestreet Seeks: 

This exemption will permit Adam J. Stonestreet 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 Adam J. Stonestreet’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, Adam J. Stonestreet’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, Adam J. Stonestreet will operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and 

DJI Spreading Wings S800, UAS's 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 
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As set forth herein, Adam J. Stonestreet 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 DJI Phantom 

2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's 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 

Adam J. Stonestreet to safely, efficiently, and economically operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Inspire 1+, 

and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's commercially within the NAS. 

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

Act of 2012, Section 333, Adam J. Stonestreet respectfully requests that the Administrator grant this Petition for 

an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 

91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), and permit Peak Perspective to operate the 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, +DJI Inspire 1+,, and DJI Spreading Wings S800 UAS's commercially for the purpose 

of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States. Dated: April 22, 2015 

Respectfully submitted, 

Adam J. Stonestreet

_________________________ 

Adam J. Stonestreet

Adam J. Stonestreet

PO BOX 7144, Bismarck, ND 58507

Appendices

A – DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ Specifications Data Sheet

B – DJI Inspire 1+ Specifications Data Sheet

C – DJI Spreading Wings S800+ Specifications Data Sheet 
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APPENDIX – A

DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Adam J. Stonestreet only utilizes safe and reliable UAS's. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS production. 

DJI UAS's are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set parameters which will not allow 

flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and 

set altitude as well as limit flight to a predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides 

real-time altitude and location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices) 

1.1 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ 

. 1.1.1 Aircraft 1.1.1.1 Supported Battery – DJI 5200mAH LiPo Battery 1.1.1.2 Weight (Battery & Propellers 

Included) – 2lbs 11.810oz (1242g) 1.1.1.3 Hover Accuracy (Ready to Fly) – Vertical: .8m; Horizontal: 

2.5m 1.1.1.4 Max Yaw Angular Velocity - 200 0/ s 1.1.1.5 Max Tilt Angel - 35 0 1.1.1.6 Max Ascent 

Speed – 6m/s 1.1.1.7 Max Descent Speed – 2m/s 1.1.1.8 Max Flight Speed – 15m/s (NOT 

RECOMMENDED) 

. 1.1.2 Gimbal 1.1.2.1 Working Current – Static: 750mA; Dynamic: 900mA 1.1.2.2 Control Accuracy - ±0.03

0 1.1.2.3 Controllable Range – Pitch: -90 0 - 0 0 1.1.2.4 Maximum Angular Speed – Pitch: 90 0/ s 

. 1.1.3 Camera 1.1.3.1 Operating Temperature Range - 32 0F - 104 0F (0 0C - 40 0C ) 1.1.3.2 Sensor Size –

1/2.3” 1.1.3.3 Effective Pixels – 14M 1.1.3.4 Resolution – 4384x3288 4.1.3.5 HD Video Recording –

1080p30 & 720p 4.1.3.6 Recording Field of View - 110 0/ 85 0 

. 1.1.4 Transmitter 1.1.4.1 Operating Frequency – 5.728GHz – 5.85GHz 1.1.4.2 Communication Distance 

(unobstructed) – FCC Compliance: 800m 1.1.4.3 Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER) - -93dBm 1.1.4.4 

Transmitter Power – FCC Compliance: 100mW 

1.1.4.5 Working Voltage – 120mA@3.7V 

1.1.5 Range Extender 1.1.5.1 Operating Frequency – 2412-2462MHz 1.1.5.2 Communication Distance 

(unobstructed) – 500-700m 1.1.5.3 Transmitter Power – 20dBm 1.1.5.4 Power Consumption – 2W 
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APPENDIX – B 

DJI Inspire 1+, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Adam J. Stonestreet only utilizes safe and reliable UAS's. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS production. 

DJI UAS's are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set parameters which will not allow 

flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and 

set altitude as well as limit flight to a predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides real 

time altitude and location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices) .

2.2	DJI	Inspire	1+

. 2.2.1	 Aircraft 2.2.1.1	Model	– T600	 2.2.1.2	Weight	(Battery	Included)	– 6lbs	7.5291oz	(2935g) 2.2.1.3	

Hovering	Accuracy	(GPS	Mode)	– Vertical:	0.5m;	Horizontal:	2.5m	2.2.1.4	Max	Angular	Velocity	– Pitch:	

3000/s;	Yaw: 1500/s 2.2.1.5	Max	Tilt	Angle	- 350 2.2.1.6	Max	Ascent	Speed	– 5m/s 2.2.1.7	Max	

Descent	Speed	– 4m/s 2.2.1.8	Max	Speed	– 22m/s	(ATTI	mode,	no	wind	– NOT	RECOMMENDED)	

2.2.1.9	Max	Flight	Altitude	– 4500m 2.2.1.10	Max	Wind	Resistance	– 10m/s 2.2.1.11	Max	Flight	Time	–

Approximately	18	minutes 2.2.1.12	Motor	Model	– DJI	3510 2.2.1.13	Propeller	Model	– DJI	

1345 2.2.1.14	Operating	Temperature	Range	– 140F	to	1040F	(-100C	to	400C)	2.2.1.15	Dimensions	–

17	1⁄4”	x	17	3⁄4”	x	12”	

. 2.2.2	 Gimbal	

. 2.2.2.1	 Model	– ZENMUSE	X3	

. 2.2.2.2	 Output	Power	(with	camera)	– Static:	9W;	In	Motion:	11W	

. 2.2.2.3	 Operating	Current	– Static:	750mA;	In	Motion:	900mA	

. 2.2.2.4	 Angular	Vibration	Range	- ±0.030 

. 2.2.2.5	 Mounting	– Detachable	

. 2.2.2.6	 Controllable	Range	– Pitch: -900to	+300;	Pan:	±3200 

. 2.2.2.7	 Mechanical	Range	– Pitch:	-1250to	450;	Pan:	±3300 

. 2.2.2.8	 Max	Controllable	Speed	– Pitch:	1200/s;	Pan:	1800/s	

. 2.2.3	 Camera	

. 2.2.3.1	 Name	– X3	

. 2.2.3.2	 Model	– FC350	

. 2.2.3.3	 Total	Pixels	– 12.76M	

. 2.2.3.4	 Effective	Pixels	– 12.4M	

. 2.2.3.5	 Image	Max	Size	– 4000x3000	

. 2.2.3.6	 ISO	Range	– 100-3200	

. 2.2.3.7	 Field	of	View	- 940 

. 2.2.3.8	 CMOS	– Sony	EXMOR	1/2.3”	

. 2.2.3.9	 HD	Video	Recording	– UHD(4K):	4096x2160p24/25,	 3840x2160p24/25/30;	FHD:	

1920x1080p24/25/30/48/50/60;	HD:	 1280x720p24/25/30/48/50/60	

2.2.3.10	Operating	Temperature	Range	- 320F	- 1040F	(00C	- 400C)	

2.2.4	Transmitter	2.2.4.1	Name	– C1	

2.2.4.2	Operating	Frequency	– 5.728-5.850GHz;	2.400-2.483GHz	2.2.4.3	Communicating	Distance	

(unobstructed)	– 2000m 2.2.4.4	Output	Power	– 9W 2.2.4.5	Operating	Temperature	Range	- 140F	to	1040F	(-

100C	to	400C)	2.2.4.6	Battery	– 600mAh	LiPo	2S	
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APPENDIX – C 

DJI SPREADING WINGS S800+ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Adam J. Stonestreet only utilizes safe and reliable UAS's. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS production. 

DJI UAS's are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set parameters which will not allow 

flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and 

set altitude as well as limit flight to a predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides 

real-time altitude and location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices) 

3.3 DJI Spreading Wings S800 

. 1.1.1 Aircraft 3.3.1.1 Supported Battery – 1 0000mAh~15000mAh, 15C(Min) 3.3.1.2 Weight (Battery & 

Propellers Included) – 2lbs 11.810oz (1242g) 3.3.1.3 Hover Accuracy (Ready to Fly) – Vertical: .8m; 

Horizontal: 2.5m 3.3.1.4 Max Yaw Angular Velocity - 200 0/ s 3.3.1.5 Max Tilt Angel - 35 0 3.3.1.6 

Max Ascent Speed – 6m/s 3.3.1.7 Max Descent Speed – 2m/s 3.3.1.8 Max Flight Speed – 18m/s (NOT 

RECOMMENDED) 

. 1.1.2 Gimbal 3.3.2.1 Working Current – Static: 750mA; Dynamic: 900mA 3.3.2.2 Control Accuracy - ±0.03

0 1.1.2.3 Controllable Range – Pitch: -90 0 - 0 0 1.1.2.4 Maximum Angular Speed – Pitch: 90 0/ s 

. 1.1.3 Camera 3.3.3.1 Operating Temperature Range - 32 0F - 104 0F (0 0C - 40 0C ) 3.3.3.2 Sensor Size –

1/2.4” 3.3.3.3 Effective Pixels – 16M 3.3.3.4 Resolution – 4384x3288 3.3.3.5 HD Video Recording –

1080p30 & 720p 3.3.3.6 Recording Field of View - 110 0/ 85 0 

. 1.1.4 Transmitter 3.3.4.1 Operating Frequency – 5.728GHz – 5.85GHz 3.3.4.2 Communication Distance 

(unobstructed) – FCC Compliance: 800m 3.3.4.3 Receiver Sensitivity (1%PER) - -93dBm 

3.3.4.4 Transmitter Power – FCC Compliance: 100mW 3.3.4.5 Working Voltage – 120mA@3.7V 

1.1.5 Range Extender 3.3.5.1 Operating Frequency – 2412-2462MHz 3.3.5.2 Communication Distance 

(unobstructed) – 500-700m 3.3.5.3 Transmitter Power – 20dBm 3.3.5.4 Power Consumption – 2W