U.S. Depmi1nent of Transportation 

Docket Manage1nent Syste1n 

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE 

Washington, DC 20590 

ATTORN[YS AT LAW 

May 13, 2015 

Re: Petition of Legal EZE Teclu1ology, Inc. for Exen1ption Pursuant to Section 333 of 

the FAA Modernization and Refonn Act of 2012. 

To Whon1 It May Concern: 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reforn1 Act of2012 (FMRA) and 

14 CFR Part 11, Legal EZE Teclu1ology, Inc. (Legal EZE), hereby applies for an exe1nption fro1n 

Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) identified below and any other rules necessary to allow the 

co1n1nercial operations of sn1all un1nmu1ed aerial syste1n (i.e., UAS) under the conditions set 

forth in this petition. FMRA Section 3 3 3 grants the FAA authority to allow the operation of 

ce1iain UAS within the national airspace. 

Legal EZE is a litigation support co1npany owned and operated by a licensed attorney 

with a private pilot ce1iificate. It is conte1nplated that Legal EZE will use aerial photography and 

videography services for surveying and evidence collection. 

Granting this request co1npo1is with the Secretary of Transportation's (FAA 

Adn1inistrator's) responsibilities and authority to not only integrate UAS's into the national 

airspace syste1n, but to " ... establish require1nents for the safe operation of such aircraft syste1ns 

[UAS's] in the national airspace syste1n" under Section 333(c) of the Refonn Act specific to the 

use ofUAS's for co1n1nercial purposes. Further Legal EZE will conduct its operations in 

co1npliance with the protocols described herein or as otherwise established by the FAA. 

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21 N. Florida Street· Mobile, AL 36607 • 251-473-1800 • 866-473-1800 Toll Free· 251-473-1805 Fax 

www.jamesajohnsonpc.com 
I. Contact Information 

Legal EZE Teclu1ology, Inc. 

c/o J an1es A. J olu1son 

9251 Irvington BLB Hwy. 

#1210 

Irvington, AL 36544 

(251) 473-1800 

e-n1ail: jjohnson@jan1esajohnsonpc.con1 

II. Relevant Statutory Authority: 

This petition for exen1ption is subtnitted to fulfill Congress' goal in passing Section 

333(a) tlu·ough (c) ofthe Refonn Act. Congress has directed the FAA "to safely accelerate the 

integration of civil unn1mu1ed aircraft systen1s into the national airspace systen1." Pursuant to 

Section 3 3 3 of the Refonn Act, the FAA Adn1inistrator is to consider whether cetiain u1unmu1ed 

aircraft syste1ns may operate safely in the National Airspace ("NAS") before cmnpletion of the 

forn1al UAS rulen1aking, based on the following considerations: 

The UAS's size, weight, speed, and operational capability; 

Operation of the UAS in close proxi1nity to airports and populated areas; and 

Operation of the UAS within the visual line of sight of the operator.3 

If the Secretary detennines that such vehicles "1nay operate safely in the National 

Airspace Systen1, the Secretary shall establish require1nents for the safe operation of such aircraft 

in the National Airspace Syste1n". 

Additionally, the FAA Adtninistrator has general authority to grant exe1nptions fro1n its 

. safety regulations and 1ninilnun1 standards when the Adn1inistrator decides a requested 

exe1nption is in the public interest. A pmiy requesting an exen1ption must explain the reasons 

why the exe1nption: (1) would benefit the public as a whole, and (2) would not adversely affect 

safety (or how it would provide a level of safety at least equal to the existing rules). 

The Federal Aviation Act expressly grants the FAA the authority to issue exetnptions. 

This statutory authority, by its tenns, includes exetnpting civil aircraft, as the tennis defined 

under 40101 of the Act, frotn the requiretnent that all civil aircraft n1ust have a current 

airworthiness cetiificate and those regulations requiring conunercial pilots to operate aircraft in 

cmnmercial service: 

The Adtninistrator tnay grant an exetnption frotn a requirement of a regulation 

prescribed under subsection (a) or (b) of this section or any of sections. 

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III. Qualifications for Approval Under Section 333 of the Reform Act 

The proposed operations in this petition for exen1ption qualify for expedited approval 

under Section 3 3 3 of the Refonn Act. Each of the statutory criteria and other relevant factors are 

satisfied. 

The proposed operations would pern1it Legal EZE the use of sn1all UAS under controlled 

conditions in airspace that is: (1) predetennined; (2) controlled as to access; and that (3) 

provides an Increased level of safety beyond that existing when fixed or rotor wing re used to 

accon1plish the san1e purpose. 

Legal EZE uses UASs that are 1ntlltirotor and airplanes, weighing less than 55 pounds 

including payload. They operate, under nonnal conditions, at speeds not to exceed 50 n1ph. The 

n1ultirotor has the capability to hover and n1ove in the vertical and horizontal plane. Legal EZE's 

UASs will operate in line of sight, during daylight hours, a safe distance away fron1 persons and 

obstructions. Legal EZE will operate at or below 500 feet AGL and will advise the applicable Air 

Traffic Control (ATC) facility for each flight operated in controlled airspace that as required. 

Given the s1nall size of the UAS involved and the restricted sterile enviro1unent within 

which they will operate, this Legal EZE' s exe1nption falls within the zone of safety and 

de1nonstrate an equivalent level of safety, in which Congress desired the FAA to pern1it 

co1nmercial U AS and the confined area in which the U AS will operate, approval of the 

application presents no hazard in the NAS. 

Considering the clear direction in Section 333 of the Reforn1 Act, the authority contained 

in the Federal Aviation Act, as mnended, the equivalent level of safety surrounding the proposed 

operations, and the significant public benefit, the grant of the requested exemptions is also in 

the public interest. 

IV. Description of Proposed Operations 

Below is a sum1nary of operationallilnitations and conditions that will ensure an 

equivalent or higher level of safety to operations conducted under current regulatory guidelines: 

1. The proposed operations of Legal EZE will be lilnited to the DJI Inspire 1 and DJI 

Phanto1n 3 when weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. 

2. Any operations for the purpose of closed-set 1notion picture and television fihning will 

be conducted pursuant to the regulations 29-30 below. 

3. The UA will not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots (1 00 1niles per hour) based 

upon either groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine co1npliance with the 87 knot speed 

restriction. In no case will the UA be operated at airspeeds greater than the 1naxilnu1n UA 

operating airspeed reconunended by the aircraft 1nanufacturer. 

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4. The UA will be operated at an altitude of no 1nore than 500 feet above ground level 

(AGL) as repotied in feet AGL. 

5. The UA will be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all titnes. 

The PIC will be able to use hun1an vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, 

as specified on the PIC's FAA-issued airn1an 1nedical certificate or U.S. driver's license. 

6. All operations will utilize a visual observer (VO). The UAS will be operated within the 

visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all titnes. The VO n1ay be used to satisfy the 

VLOS requiren1ent as long as the PIC always 1naintains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC 1nust 

be able to con1n1unicate verbally at all tin1es; electronic n1essaging or texting is not pennitted 

during flight operations. The PIC n1ust be designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or 

her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC 1nust ensure that the VO can perforn1 the 

duties required of the VO. 

7. Legal EZE will insure the operating documents are accessible during UAS operations 

and 1nade available to the Adn1inistrator upon request. The operator will follow the procedures as 

outlined in its operating docun1ents. The operator 1nay update or revise its operating docun1ents. 

The operator will track such revisions and present updated and revised docun1ents to the 

Adtninistrator or any law enforcetnent official upon request. 

8. Legal EZE will perforn1 a functional test on any U AS that has undergone n1aintenance 

or alterations that affect the UAS operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacetnent of a flight 

critical cotnponent, prior to conducting operations. Functional test flights will only be conducted 

by a PIC with aVO and n1ust ren1ain at least 500 feet from other people. The functional test 

flight 1nust be conducted in such a 1natu1er so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and 

property. 

9. The operator will be responsible for n1aintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that 

it is in a condition for safe operation prior to every flight. 

10. Prior to each flight, the PIC will conduct a pre-flight inspection and detennine the 

UAS is in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection 1nust account for all potential 

discrepancies, e.g. inoperable cotnponents, itetns, or equipn1ent. If the inspection reveals a 

condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited fro1n operating 

until the necessary n1aintenance has been perfonned and the UAS is found to be in a condition 

for safe flight. 

11. The operator will follow the UAS manufacturer's 1naintenance, overhaul, 

replacetnent, inspection, and life litnit requiretnents for the aircraft and aircraft cotnponents. 

12. The operator will comply with all UAS manufacturer safety bulletins. 

13. The PIC will hold either an airline transport, cotnmercial, private, recreational, or 

sport pilot certificate. The PIC 1nust also hold a current FAA ainnantnedical certificate or a valid 

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U.S. driver's license issued by a state, the District of Colun1bia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a 

possession, or the Federal govenu11ent. The PIC n1t1st also n1eet the flight review requiren1ents 

specified in 14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate. 

14. The operator will not pennit any PIC to operate unless the PIC den1onstrates the 

ability to safely operate the UAS in a n1mu1er consistent with how the UAS will be operated 

under this exen1ption, including evasive and e1nergency 1naneuvers and 1naintaining appropriate 

distances fro1n persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and 

currency will be logged in a 1nanner consistent with 14 CFR § 61.51 (b). Training operations will 

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 n1t1st operate the UA with appropriate distance fro1n nonparticipants 

in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 

15. UAS operations will not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 CFR § 1.1. All 

operations 1nust be conducted under visual n1eteorological conditions (VMC). Flights under 

special visual flight rules (SVFR) will not be conducted. 

16. Legal EZE will not operate a UAS within 5 nautical1niles of an airport reference 

point (ARP) as denoted in the current FAA Airpo1i/Facility Directory (AFD) or for airports not 

denoted with an ARP, the center of the airport sy1nbol as denoted on the current FAA- published 

aeronautical chart, unless a letter of agree1nent with that airpo1i' s 1nanagen1ent is obtained or 

otherwise pennitted by a COA issued to the exe1nption holder. The letter of agree1nent with the 

airpo1i 1nanage1nent must be made available to the Adn1inistrator or any law enforcen1ent official 

upon request. 

17. The UAS will not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feet 

horizontally frmn a cloud or when visibility is less than 3 statute 1niles fron1 the PIC. 

18. Ifthe UAS loses co1nn1unications or loses its GPS signal, it is progrmn1ned to return 

to a pre- detennined location within the private or controlled-access property. 

19. The PIC will abo1i the flight in the event of unpredicted obstacles or emergencies. 

20. The PIC will not begin a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather 

conditions) there is enough available power for the UA to conduct the intended operation 

and to operate after that for at least five 1ninutes or with the reserve power reco1nn1ended by the 

1nanufacturer if greater. 

21. Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Cmiificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA). All 

operations will be conducted in accordance with an A TO-issued COA. 

22. All aircraft will be identified by serial nu1nber, registered in accordance with 14 CFR 

part 47, and have identification (N- Number) markings in accordance with 14 CFR part 45, 

Subpart C. Markings 1nust be as large as practicable. 

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23. Docmnents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of the U AS 

and any docu1nents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 will be available to the PIC at the 

Ground Control Station of the UAS any tin1e the aircraft is operating. These doctnnents will be 

n1ade available to the Adn1inistrator or any law enforcen1ent official upon request. 

24. The UAS will re1nain clear and give way to all1nam1ed aviation operations and 

activities at all ti1nes. 

25. The UAS will not be operated by the PIC fron1 any n1oving device or vehicle. 

26. All Flight operations will be conducted at least 500 feet fron1 all nonparticipating 

persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless: 

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonpmiicipating persons 

fron1 the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator will ensure 

that nonpmiicipating persons re1nain under such protection. If a situation arises 

where nonpmiicipating persons leave such protection and are within 500 feet of 

the UA, flight operations will cease i1nn1ediately in a n1anner ensuring the safety 

of nonpmiicipating persons; and 

b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted pern1ission 

for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has 1nade a safety assess1nent of 

the risk of operating closer to those objects and detennined that it does not present 

an undue hazard. 

27. All operations will be conducted over private or controlled-access prope1iy with 

pennission from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. Pern1ission frmn 

prope1iy owner/controller or authorized representative will be obtained for each flight to be 

conducted. 

28. Any incident, accident, or flight operation that transgresses the lateral or vertical 

boundaries of the operational area as defined by the applicable COA will be reported to the 

FAA's UAS Integration Office (AFS-80) within 24 hours. Accidents 1nust be reported to the 

National Transpo1iation Safety Board (NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: 

www.ntsb.gov. 

29. Any operations for the purpose of closed-set n1otion picture and television filming 

will be conducted pursuant will require the operator to have a 1notion picture and television 

operations 1nanual (MPTOM). 

30. At least 3 days before aerial fihning for closed-set 1notion picture and television 

filn1ing , the operator of the UAS will sub1nit a written Plan of Activities to the local Flight 

Standards District Office (FSDO) with jurisdiction over the area of proposed filming. The plan of 

activities will include at least the following: 

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a. Dates and titnes for all flights; 

b. Nan1e and phone nun1ber of the operator for the UAS aerial fihning conducted 

under this grant of exen1ption; 

c. Nan1e and phone nun1ber of the person responsible for the on-scene operation of 

the UAS; 

d. Make, n1odel, and serial or N-Ntnnber ofUAS to be used; 

e. Nmne and certificate ntnnber ofUAS PICs involved in the aerial fihning; 

f. A staten1ent that the operator has obtained pern1ission fron1 propetiy owners 

and/or local officials to conduct the fihning production event; the list of those who 

gave pennission tnust be tnade available to the inspector upon request; 

g. Signature of exen1ption holder or representative; and 

h. A description of the flight activity, including tnaps or diagran1s of any area, city, 

town, county, and/or state over which filn1ing will be conducted and the altitudes 

essential to accotnplish the operation. 

31. Flight operations on closed-set tnotion picture and television filn1ing will not be 

conducted closer than 500 feet fron1 participating persons consenting to be involved and 

necessary for the fihning production, as specified in the exetnption holder's MPTOM. 

V. Regulations From Which Exemption is Requested 

A. 14 CFR § Pali 61.113 (a) and (b) Private Pilot Privileges and Litnitations; Pilot in 

Cotntnand 

B. 14 CFR § 91.103: Preflight Action 

C. 14 CFR § 91.113: Right-of-Way Rules 

D. 14 CFR § 91.119 (c): Minitnutn Safe Altitudes 

E. 14 CFR § 91.121: Altilneter Settings 

F. 14 CFR § 91.151(b): Fuel Requiretnents for Flight in VFR Conditions 

G. 14 CFR § 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a) and (b): 

Maintenance Inspections 

H. Others as tnay be applicable 

A. 14 CFR §Part 61.113 (a) and (b) Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations 

Pilot in Command 

Section 61.113(a) & (b) litnit private pilots to non-cotnmercial operations. Unlike a 

conventional aircraft that carries a pilot, passengers, and cargo, the UAS are retnotely controlled 

with no passengers or propetiy of others on board. Legal EZE respectfully proposes that the FAA 

should take into account the characteristics and procedures of the paliicular U AS. 

Legal EZE proposes the following requiretnents: 

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The PIC will hold either an airline transport, coininercial, private, recreational, or spo1i 

pilot ce1iificate. The PIC 1nust also hold a current FAA ainnan n1edical certificate or a valid U.S. 

driver's license issued by a state, the District of Coltnnbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a possession, 

or the Federal govern1nent. The PIC n1ust also 1neet the flight review requiren1ents specified in 

14 CFR § 61.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate. 

The operator will not pennit any PIC to operate unless the PIC de1nonstrates the ability to 

safely operate the UAS in a 1nanner consistent with how the UAS will be operated under this 

exe1nption, including evasive and e1nergency 1naneuvers and n1aintaining appropriate distances 

fron1 persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency will be 

logged in a manner consistent with 14 CFR § 61.51 (b). Training operations will only be 

conducted during dedicated training sessions. During training, proficiency, and 

experience-building flights, all persons not essential for flight operations are considered 

nonpmiicipants, and the PIC 1nust operate the UA with appropriate distance frmn nonpmiicipants 

in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 

The UA will be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all tin1es. The 

PIC will be able to use htunan vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, 

as specified on the PIC's FAA-issued airn1an n1edical certificate or U.S. driver's license. 

All operations will utilize a visual observer (VO). There will be no special ce1iification 

required for the VO except that they will be over the age of 18 years old and capable of observing 

the operation of the UAS and co1nn1unicating with the PIC. The UAS will be operated within the 

visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at all tin1es. The VO 1nay be used to satisfy the 

VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always 1naintains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC n1ust 

be able to co1n1nunicate verbally at all tilnes; electronic n1essaging or texting is not pennitted 

during flight operations. The PIC 1nust be designated before the flight and cmu1ot transfer his or 

her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the VO can perfonn the 

duties required of the V 0. 

B. 14 CFR § 91.103: Preflight Action 

Legal EZE requests an exe1nption fro1n the preflight actions require1nents of 14 CFR 

91.113 that prescribes the preflight actions under which aircraft n1ay operate: 

Each pilot in comn1and shall, before begi1ming a flight, beco1ne fmniliar with all available 

infonnation concerning that flight. 

(a) Flight under IFR or a flight not in the vicinity of an airport, weather reports and 

forecasts, fuel requirements, alternatives available if the plmu1ed flight cmu1ot be 

co1npleted, and any known traffic delays of which the pilot in co1n1nand has been 

advised by ATC; 

(b) For any flight, runway lengths at airports of intended use, and the following 

takeoff and landing distance inforn1ation: 

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(1) For civil aircraft for which an approved Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight 

Manual containing takeoff and landing distance data is required, the 

takeoff and landing distance data contained therein; and 

(2) For civil aircraft other than those specified in paragraph (b)(l) of this 

section, other reliable inforn1ation appropriate to the aircraft, relating to 

aircraft perfonnance under expected values of airport elevation and 

runway slope, aircraft gross weight, and wind and ten1perature. 

Legal EZE will not operate sUAS's under IFR conditions or when the ceilings are below 

1000 feet and the visibility is below 3 statute 1niles. The DJI's UAS for which thsi exen1ption is 

sought (Inspire 1 and Phanton1 3) do not have published approved Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight 

Manual containing takeoff and landing distance data. 

Legal EZE will insure the operating docun1ents (including operator's n1anual and safety 

instructions which are attached hereto for the DJI Inspire 1 and Phanton1 3 U.P ... S) are accessible 

during UAS operations and 1nade available to the Ad1ninistrator upon request. The operator will 

follow the procedures as outlined in its operating doctnnents. The operator n1ay update or revise 

its operating docu1nents. The operator will track such revisions and present updated and revised 

docu1nents to the Ad1ninistrator or any law enforce1nent official upon request. 

Legal EZE will perforn1 a functional test on any UAS that has undergone maintenance or 

alterations that affect the UAS operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacen1ent of a flight 

critical co1nponent, prior to conducting operations. Functional test flights will only be conducted 

by a PIC with aVO and n1ust re1nain at least 500 feet from other people. The functional test 

flight n1ust be conducted in such a 1nanner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and 

property. 

The operator will be responsible for n1aintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it 

is in a condition for safe operation prior to every flight. 

Prior to each flight, the PIC will conduct a pre-flight inspection and determine the UAS is 

in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection 1nust account for all potential 

discrepancies, e.g. inoperable co1nponents, ite1ns, or equip1nent. If the inspection reveals a 

condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited fro1n operating 

until the necessary n1aintenance has been perforn1ed and the U AS is found to be in a condition 

for safe flight. 

The operator will follow the UAS 1nanufacturer's n1aintenance, overhaul, replace1nent, 

inspection, and life lilnit requirements for the aircraft and aircraft co1nponents. 

The operator will con1ply with all UAS 1nanufacturer safety bulletins 

C. 14 CFR 91.113: Right-of-Way Rules 

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Legal EZE request an exe1nption fro1n 14 CFR 91.113 Right-of-way rules, requiring 

vigilance by each person operating an aircraft so as to see and avoid other aircraft. When a rule of 

this section gives another aircraft the right-of-way, the pilot shall give way to that aircraft and 

n1ay not pass over, under, or ahead of it unless well clear. 

The operators of stnall pilotless UAS cmu1ot c01nply with these rules as they have been 

written. However, Legal EZE proposes to operate its UAS at or below an altitude of 500 feet 

AGL, well below the nonnal operating altitude of other aircraft. A Visual Observer (VO) will be 

used to assist the PIC with operations and the avoidance of aircraft and obstacles. 

D. 14 CFR. § 91.119: Minimum Safe Altitudes 

Legal EZE requests an exetnption fro1n the 1ninin1un1 safe altitude requiretnents of 14 

CFR 91.119 that prescribes the n1inilnun1 safe altitudes under which aircraft 1nay operate: 

Over any congested area of a city, town, or settlen1ent, or over any open air 

assetnbly of persons, an altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a 

horizontal radius of2,000 feet of the aircraft. 

Over other than congested areas at an altitude of 500 feet above the surface, 

except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft 

1nay not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or 

structure. 

Section 91.119 (d) allows for a helicopter to operate at less than those 1ninitnun1 

altitudes when it can be operated "without hazard to persons or property on the surface," 

provided that "each person operating the helicopter cotnplies with any routes or altitudes 

specifically prescribed for helicopters by the FAA." 

To provide the intended operations, the sUAS is norn1ally operated below 400 feet AGL. 

Additionally, due to the nature of the proposed operations, the sUAS willtnaintain a lateral 

distance of at least 1 00 feet fro1n inhabited structures, buildings, vehicles, and vessels, and fro1n 

people not associated with the operation. 

Cotnpared to flight nonnal aircraft, Legal EZE's 1nulti-rotor aircraft weigh a 1naxin1un1 of 

55 pounds, and given the lack of flmntnable fuel, any risk associated with these operations is far 

less than those that presently exist with conventional aircraft. An equivalent level of safety will 

be achieved given the size, weight, and speed of the UAS, as well as the location where it is 

operated. 

Legal EZE proposes that: 

A. The U AS will retnain clear and give way to all mmu1ed aviation operations and 

activities at all tilnes. 

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B. The UAS will not be operated by the PIC fron1 any n1oving device or vehicle. 

C. All Flight operations will be conducted at least 500 feet fron1 all nonpmiicipating 

persons, vessels, vehicles, and structures unless: 

1. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonpmiicipating 

persons fron1 the UA and/or debris in the event of an accident. The 

operator will ensure that nonparticipating persons ren1ain under such 

protection. If a situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such 

protection and are within 500 feet of the UA, flight operations will cease 

in11nediately in a n1mu1er ensuring the safety of nonparticipating persons; 

and 

2. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted 

pennission for operating closer to those objects and the PIC has n1ade a 

safety assesstnent of the risk of operating closer to those objects and 

detern1ined that it does not present an undue hazard. 

D. All operations will be conducted over private or controlled-access property with 

pern1ission frotn the prope1iy owner/controller or authorized representative. 

Pennission fro1n property owner/controller or authorized representative will be 

obtained for each flight to be conducted 

Futihennore, by operating at such lower altitudes, the UAS will not interfere with aircraft 

that are subject to the tninin1u1n safe altitude regulations. Finally, the successful safety record of 

the DJI UAS detnonstrates that the UAS can be safely used at these lower altitudes and closer 

operating envirmunents. 

E. 14 C.F.R. § 91.121: Altimeter Settings 

Legal EZE seeks an exetnption frotn 14 CFR 91.121, which requires a person operating 

an aircraft to 1naintain cruising altitude or flight level by reference to an altitneter that is set to 

the elevation of the departure airport or baron1etric pressure. An exetnption is required because 

the UAS does not have a barotnetric altin1eter capable of being calibrated or set by the PIC. It 

has a syste1n that uses a con1bination of two ultrasonic sensors, a 1nonocular cmnera, and GPS to 

detennine altitude. (See Operator's Manual attached hereto) 

Legal EZE proposes to following the procedures set forth in the Operations Manual for 

calibration of the GPS cotnpass and operation of the UAS. Legal EZE will confinn the altitude of 

the launch site shown on the GPS altitude indicator before flight by cotnparing the reading to the 

known altitude if practible. Moreover, the PIC will use the GPS altitude indicator to constantly 

tnonitor the UAS's height, thus ensuring operation at safe altitudes. 

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F. 14 CFR 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions 

Legal EZE requests an exen1ption fron1 14 CFR § 91.151 (a)'s fuel requiren1ents for flight 

in VFR conditions. Section 91.151 states: 

(a) No person n1ay begin a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless 

(considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to 

the first point of intended landing, and assun1ing norn1al cruising speed -

(1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 25 n1inutes; or 

(2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 1ninutes. 

In order to n1eet the 3 0 1ninutes reserve requiren1ent in 14 CFR 91.151, U AS flights could 

not be conducted with the UAS' proposed to be operated by Legal EZE. Given the lin1itations on 

the UAS's proposed flight area and the location of its proposed operations within a predetern1ined 

area, a safety n1m·gin based on a reserve mnount of battery life is needed. 

The batteries powering Legal EZE' s U AS' provide between 18-25 n1inutes of powered 

flight depending upon which UAS. They each have a battery level warning that will alert the PIC 

before the battery is discharged to the extent that the UAS cmmot be safely returned to the point 

at which the flight was initiated. The UAS also have a Return to Hon1e (RTH) function which 

will bring the U AS back to the point at which the flight was initiated if it loses contact with the 

controller or the battery level becotnes critically low. The UAS will return to hotne at 20 1neters 

AGL and the PIC has the ability to adjust the altitude upon initiating the RTH in order to avoid 

obstacles. 

Legal EZE will not be conducting any s U AS flights at night. 

Legal EZE proposes that the PIC will not begin a flight unless (considering wind and 

forecast weather conditions) there is enough available power for the U A to conduct the intended 

operation and to operate after that for at least five tninutes or with the reserve power 

reco1nn1ended by the 1nanufacturer. 

G. 14 CFR § 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a) and (b): 

Maintenance Inspections 

Legal EZE also seeks an exetnption fro1n the 1naintenance inspection requiretnents 

contained in 14 CFR 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(2), 91.417(a) and (b). These regulations 

specify 1naintenance and inspection standards in reference to 14 CFR Pmi 43. 14 CFR 91.405(a) 

(stating that each owner or operator of an aircraft "shall have the aircraft inspected as prescribed 

in subpmi E of this part and shall between required inspections ... have discrepancies repaired as 

prescribed in pmi 43 of this chapter"). An exetnption to these regulations is needed because Part 

43 and these sections only apply to aircraft with an airwotihiness certificate, which the UAS will 

not have. 

Legal EZE willtnaintain the UAS as provided in the Operator's Manual, the operator will 

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ensure that the UAS is in working order prior to initiating flight, perfonn required maintenance, 

and keep a log of any n1aintenance perfonned. The operator will be responsible for n1aintaining 

and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it is in a condition for safe operation prior to every flight. 

Prior to each flight, the PIC will conduct a pre-flight inspection and detern1ine the UAS is 

in a condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection tnust account for all potential 

discrepancies, e.g. inoperable con1ponents, itetns, or equipn1ent. If the inspection reveals a 

condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited fron1 operating 

until the necessary n1aintenance has been perforn1ed and the UAS is found to be in a condition 

for safe flight. 

The operator will follow the UAS tnanufacturer's n1aintenance, overhaul, replacetnent, 

inspection, and life lin1it requiretnents for the aircraft and aircraft con1ponents. 

The operator will con1ply with all UAS tnanufacturer safety bulletins. 

VI. PUBLIC INTEREST 

Granting Legal EZE Teclu1ology, Inc. an exetnption furthers the public interest. National 

policy set by Congress favors early integration ofUAS into the national airspace in controlled, 

safe working enviro1u11ents such as those propose in this petition. By lawfully operating its U AS 

pursuant to FAA policies Legal EZE will help facilitate safe integration of UAS' s into 

tnainstreatn USA in the following areas: 

Training. To ensure that UAS Operators are properly trained and certified to safely 

operate they're particular type ofUAS aircraft. Also, training will be conducted in the 

type of operations they will be using their aircraft. 

Movies and Videography. Whether the shot requires unique views and expansive panning 

or extren1e altitude with radical views, the UAS is designed to hold up under demanding 

conditions. Because of the autopilot feature with pre-designed 1nission managetnent and 

RIC control interrupt, the pilot and can1era operator can easily create the ultilnate shot 

with HD video or HD still photos. When working close in on a closed set the hazards to 

the actors are greatly reduced due to the size of the UAS. 

News Gathering. Silnilar to 1novies and videography, each news assignn1ent n1ay require 

a cotnpletely different shot or view of a scene. With budgets for traditional helicopter use 

being greatly reduced, the UAS is the perfect solution to allow for easy news gathering 

for a fraction of the cost. The UAS can and will be operated in a sterile area away frotn 

the public, while the traditional helicopter tnust hovers over persons and propetiy 

Increasing the danger to individuals. 

Real Estate. The UAS can be used in all areas of real estate, Including comn1ercial, 

residential and industrial properties. Using a UAS, real estate professionals can create 

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pron1otional videos, photos and unique shots that nonnal can1era aspects cannot capture. 

Fire and Rescue. The ability to offer real tin1e HD and IR video facilitates placing 

perso1u1el and equipn1ent in the right places safely out ofharn1';s way. 

Agriculture and Conservation. UAS can aid cmnn1ercial agriculture, land n1anage1nent 

and conservation efforts by assessing crops, n1apping flood zones, n1easuring snow pack 

and n1ore. The UAS can fly pre-saved 1nissions via the fully auton1ated ground station, 

which allows for tin1e-lapse photos of fields, crops and known land tracts. It also can 

accurately recreate the san1e pattern during all seasons, providing invaluable data for land 

and soil n1anagen1ent. Using HD video, HD photos, and IR can1eras allows for detailed 

analysis and recording. With photo rendering software, 3D n1aps and topography can be 

used in conjunction with tin1e-lapse photos to create highly detailed n1aps for erosion, 

flood n1apping and other critical aspects of land n1anagen1ent. 

Law. UAS can be very helpful in gathering evidence and infonnation useful in a legal 

setting. Insurance co1npanies have already recognized the potential value of using UAS 

to assess prope1iy dmnage after accidents and catastrophes and the video and photographs 

obtained will be very helpful in detennining the extent and value of dmnage during the 

claims process. UAS can be used to video accident scenes and to define real property 

boundries and features. UAS will be instnnnental in evidence collection and 

preservation. 

VII. Privacy 

Legal EZE will not operate its UAS where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy 

without pennission of the owner/occupier of the property above which the UAS is being 

operated. 

VIII. Federal Registry Summary 

Pursuant to 14 CFR Pmi 11, the following sun11nary is provided for publication in the 

Federal Register, should it be detennined that publication is needed: 

Legal EZE Teclu1ology, Inc. seeks an exen1ption from the following rules: 

14CFRPart61.113 (a)and(b); 14CFR91.103; 14CFR91.113; 14CFR91.119; 14 

CFR 91.121; 14 CFR 91.151(a); 14 CFR 91.405(a); 14 CFR 91.407(a)(l); 14 CFR; 91.409(a)(2); 

14 CFR 91.417 (a) & (b). 

Approval of this exe1nption request allows Legal EZE to conduct co1n1nercial operations 

with s1nall and lightweight u1U11a1u1ed aerial systen1s. Legal EZE is in the legal suppo1i business 

and uses uses UAS, weighing less than 55 pounds and powered by batteries. This eli1ninates 

vi1iually all of that risk given the reduced n1ass and lack of large mnounts of co1nbustible fuel 

carried on board as co1npared 1nam1ed aircraft. The U AS will carry no passengers or crew and, 

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therefore, will not expose then1 to the risks associated with n1mu1ed aircraft flights. 

The operation of this s1nall UAS will provide an equivalent level of safety, supporting the 

grant of the exe1nptions requested herein, Including exe1npting the applicant fron1 the 

require1nents of several regulations and allowing con1n1ercial operations. These lightweight 

UAS's operate at slow speeds, close to the ground, and in a sterile enviro1unent. As a result, they 

are far safer than conventional aerial survey and inspection operations conducted with fixed wing 

aircraft or helicopters. 

Please let 1ne know if you require any additional infonnation. 

Sincerely, 

J~~WV\ 

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DJI Phanto1n 3 Professional Safety Guidelines 

DJI Inspire 1 User Manual 

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Using this manual 

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0 Warning & Important :\): Hints and Tips ~ Reference 

Read Before the First Flight 

Read the following documents before using the Phantom 3 Professional: 

1. In the Box 

2. Phantom 3 Professional User Manual 

3. Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide 

4. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

5. Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battery Safety Guidelines 

We recommend that you watch all tutorial videos on the official DJI website and read the Disclaimer 

before you fly. Prepare for your first flight by reviewing the Phantom 3 Professional Quick Start Guide and 

refer to the User Manual for more detailed information. 

, :Video Tutorials 

Please watch the tutorial videos at the link below, which demonstrates how to use Phantom 3 Professional 

safely: 

http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-3/video 

[)()\fVploetqtl)e DJI Pilotapp~ 

Download and install the OJI Pilot app before using the aircraft. Scan the OR code to the right 

to download the latest version. (!]"~~.:[!] 

The Android :1~: ..... ~. • version of the OJI Pilot app is compatible with Android 4.1.2 or later. 

The iOS version of the OJI Pilot app is compatible with iOS 8.0 or later. 

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Contents 

Using this manual 

Legends 

Read Before the First Flight 

Video Tutorials 

Download the DJI Pilot app 

Product Profile 

Introduction 

Feature Highlights 

Preparing the Aircraft 

Aircraft Diagram 

Remote Controller Diagram 

Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

Flight Mode 

Flight Status Indicator 

Return-to-Home (RTH) 

Smart RTH 

Low Battery RTH 

Failsafe RTH 

Vision Positioning System 

Flight Recorder 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery 

Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Profile 

Using the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Status LED 

Linking the Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Compliance Version 

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Camera Profile 31 

Gimbal 32 

DJI Pilot App 

Camera 35 

Director 38 

Store 38 

Discovery 38 

Flight 

Flight Environment Requirements 40 

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 40 

Preflight Checklist 44 

Calibrating the Compass 44 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 45 

Flight Test 46 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 46 

Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

Appendix 

Specifications 53 

Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 55 

FCC Compliance 56 

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Professional and lists the components of 

the aircraft and remote controller. 

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Product Profile 

Introduction 

The Phantom 3 Professional represents the next generation of OJI quadcopters. It is capable of capturing 

4K video and transmitting an HD video signal out of the box. The built-in camera has an integrated gimbal 

to maximize stability while minimizing both weight and size. Even when no GPS signal is available, the 

Vision Positioning System allows the aircraft to hover accurately in place. 

Feature Highlights 

Camera and Gimbal: With the Phantom 3 Professional, you're shooting 4K video at up to 30 frames per 

second and capturing 12 megapixel photos that look crisper and cleaner than ever. An enhanced sensor 

gives you greater clarity, lower noise, and better pictures than any previous flying camera. 

HD Video Downlink: The low-latency long range HD downlink is powered by an enhanced version of DJI 

Lightbridge. 

DJI Intelligent Flight Battery: The 4480 mAh DJI Intelligent Flight Battery features upgraded battery cells 

and an advanced power management system. 

Flight Controller: The next-generation flight controller has been updated to provide a safer, more reliable 

flight experience. A newly implemented flight recorder stores critical data from each flight and the Vision 

Positioning System enhances hovering precision when flying indoors or in environments where GPS is 

unavailable. 

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Preparing the Aircraft 

Removing Gimbal Clamp 

Remove the gimbal clamp by sliding it to the right (when facing the nose of the aircraft), as shown below. 

Attaching the Propellers: 

Mount the propellers with black dots on to motors with black axes and spin counter-clockwise to secure. 

Mount the propellers with sliver dots on to motors with sliver axes and spin clockwise to secure. Be sure 

all propellers are securely in place. 

& Place all propellers onto the correct motors and tighten by hand to lock them in position. 

Preparing the Remote Controller: 

The mobile device holder is designed for securing tablet or mobile device. Tilt the mobile device holder to 

the desired position, then adjust the antennas so they are facing outward. 

1. Press the button on the top right side of the mobile device holder to release the clamp, then adjust the 

clamp to fit the size of your mobile device. 

2. Secure your mobile device in the clamp by pressing down, and connect your mobile device to the 

remote controller using a USB cable. 

3. Plug one end of the cable into the mobile device, and the other end into the USB port on the back of 

the remote controller. 

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[I] GPS 

[2] Propeller 

[3] Motor 

[4] Front LED Indicator 

[5] Landing gear 

[6] Gimbal and Camera 

[7] Aircraft Micro-USB Port 

[8] Aircraft Status Indicator 

[9] Intelligent Flight Battery 

[1 O] Vision Positioning Sensors 

[II] Antennas 

[12] Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

[13] Camera Micro-USB Port 

[14] Link Button 

[1] Antennas 

Relays aircraft control and 

video signal. 

[2] Mobile Device Holder 

Securely mounts your mobile 

device to the remote controller. 

[3] Control Stick 

Controls the orientation and 

movement of the aircraft. 

[4] Return Home (RTH) Button 

Press and hold the button to 

initiate Return to Home (RTH). 
[5] Battery Level LEOs 

Displays the battery level of the remote 

controller. 

[6] Status LED 

Displays the remote controller's system status. 

[7] Power Button 

Used to turn the remote controller on and off. 

[8] RTH LED 

Circular LED around the RTH button displays 

RTH status. 

[9] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the OJI 

Pilot app.) 

[1 0] Playback Button 

Playback the captured images or videos. 

(Only functions when the remote controller is 

connected to a mobile device running the DJI 

Pilot app.) 

[11] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is 

selected, the set number of photos will be 

taken with one press. 

[12] Flight Mode Switch 

Switch between P-mode, A-mode, and 

F-mode. 

[13] Video Recording Button 

Press to start recording video. Press again to 

stop recording. 

[17] C1 Button 

Customizable through the DJI Pilot app. 

[18] C2 Button 

Customizable through the OJI Pilot app. 

[19] Power Port 

Connect to the DJI Phantom 3 Charger to 

charge the battery of the remote controller. 

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[14] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

[15] Mircro-USB Port 

Connect to a SO card reader to upgrade the 

firmware. 

[16] USB Port 

Connect to mobile device or to a USB port for 

firmware upgrade. 

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This section introduces the features of 

the Flight Controller, Vision Positioning 

Systenl, and tfle Intelligent Flight Battery 

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Aircraft 

Flight Controller 

The Phantom 3 Professional's flight controller features several important upgrades, including a new flight 

mode. Safety modes include Failsafe and Return-to-Home. These features ensure the safe return of your 

aircraft if the control signal is lost. The flight controller can also save critical flight data from each flight 

to the on-board storage device. The new flight controller also provides increased stability and a new air 

braking feature. 

Flight Mode 

Three flight modes are available. The details of each flight mode are found below: 

P-mode (Positioning) : P-mode works best when GPS signal is strong. There are three different states 

of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on signal 

strength of GPS and Vision Positioning sensors: 

P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available. The aircraft is using GPS for positioning. 

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but the GPS signal strength is not sufficient. The aircraft is 

using only the Vision Positioning System for positioning. 

P-ATII: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available. The aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude can be stabilized. 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft only uses 

its barometer. The aircraft can still automatically return to the home point if the control signal is lost and 

the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. 

:\): Use the Flight Controller mode switch to change the flight mode of the aircraft, refer to the "Flight 

Mode Switch" on Page 26 for more information. 

Flight Status Indicator 

The Phantom 3 Professional has Front LEOs and Aircraft Status Indicators. The positions of these LEOs 

are shown in the figure below: 

Aircraft Status Indicator 

Front LED 

The Front LEOs show the orientation of the aircraft. The Front LEOs glow solid red when the aircraft is 

turned on to indicate the front (or nose) of the aircraft. The Aircraft Status Indicators communicate the 

system status of the flight controller. Refer to the table below for more information about the Aircraft Status 

Indicators: 

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Aircraft Status Indicator Description 

Normal 

······Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively 

······Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively 

:.(31 ······Green Flashes Slowly 

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X2 ······Green Flashes Twice 

······Yellow Flashes Slowly 

Warning 

...... Fast Yellow Flashing 

······Slow Red Flashing 

· · · · · · Fast Red Flashing 

· · · · · · Red Flashing Alternatively 

-Solid Red 

······Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively 

R.~turn-to-Home (RTH) 

Turning On and Self Diagnostic Testing 

Warming Up 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision 

Positioning) 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but 

without GPS) 

Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision 

Positioning) 

Remote Controller's Signal Lost 

Low Battery Warning 

Critical Battery Warning 

IMU Error 

Critical Error 

Compass Calibration Required 

The Return-to-Home (RTH) function brings the aircraft back to the last recorded Home Point. There are 

three types of RTH procedures: Smart RTH, Low Battery RTH, and Failsafe RTH. This section describes 

these three scenarios in detail. 

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Smart RTH 

GPS Description 

If a strong GPS signal was acquired before takeoff, the Home Point 

is the location from which the aircraft was launched. The GPS signal 

strength is indicated by the GPS icon ( ~ 111! ). The aircraft status 

indicator will blink rapidly when the home point is recorded. 

Use the RTH button on the remote controller (refer to "RTH button" on page 26 for more information) or 

tap the RTH button in the OJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen instructions when GPS is available to initiate Smart RTH. The aircraft will then automatically return to the last recorded Home Point. You may use 

the remote controller's control sticks to control the aircraft's position to avoid a collision during the Smart 

RTH process. Press and hold the Smart RTH button once to start the process, and press the Smart RTH 

button again to terminate the procedure and regain full control of the aircraft. 

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Low Battery RTH 

The low battery level failsafe is triggered when the DJI Intelligent Flight Battery is depleted to a point that 

may affect the safe return of the aircraft. Users are advised to return home or land the aircraft immediately 

when prompted. The DJI Pilot app will display a notice when a low battery warning is triggered. The 

aircraft will automatically return to the Home Point if no action is taken after a ten-second countdown. The 

user can cancel the RTH procedure by pressing the RTH button on the remote controller. The thresholds 

for these warnings are automatically determined based on the aircraft's current altitude and distance from 

the Home Point. 

The aircraft will land automatically if the current battery level can only support the aircraft long enough 

to descend from its current altitude. The user can still use the remote controller to alter the aircraft's 

orientation during the landing process. 

The Battery Level Indicator is displayed in the DJI Pilot app, and is described below: 

Battery Level 

Warning 

Low battery 

level warning 

Critical Low 

battery level 

warning 

Estimated 

remaining 

flight time 

Cr·itical Low battery levr~l 

waming(Red) 

Sufficier1t battery 

level( Green) 

j_ Low battery 

level wam1?(Yellow) 

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Power requ11 es 

to retum home 

Battery level Indicator 

Remark Aircraft Status 

DJI Pilot app Indicator 

Tap "Go-home" to have the 

aircraft return to the Home 

point and land automatically, 

The battery Aircraft status or "Cancel" to resume normal 

power is low. indicator blinks flight. If no action is taken, 

Please land the RED slowly. the aircraft will automatically 

aircraft. go home and land after 1 0 

seconds. Remote controller 

will sound an alarm. 

The aircraft Aircraft status 

The DJI Pilot app display will 

must land indicator blinks flash red and the aircraft will 

start to descend. The remote immediately. RED quickly. controller will sound an alarm. 

Estimated 

remaining flight N/A N/A based on current 

battery level. 

Flight Instructions 

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:c:J: • When Critical battery level warning is triggered and the aircraft begins to land automatically, 

you may push the throttle upward to make the aircraft hover at its current altitude, giving you an 

opportunity to navigate to a more appropriate landing location . 

.. The colored zones and markers on the battery level indicator bar reflect the estimated 

remaining flight time. They are automatically adjusted according to the aircraft's current location 

and status. 

Failsafe RTH 

If the Home Point was successfully recorded and the compass is functioning normally, Failsafe RTH will 

be automatically activated if the remote controller signal is lost for more than three seconds. The Returnto-Home process may be interrupted and the operator may regain control of the aircraft if the remote 

controller signal connection is re-established. 

Failsafe Illustration 

I Record Home Point 

Blinking Green 

4 Signal Lost Lasts (after 3 sec.) 

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Fast Blinking Yellow 

2 Confirming Home Point 

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Blinking Green 

5 RTH (adjustable altitude) 

Fast Blinking Yellow 

3 Remote Controller Signal Lost 

Fast Blinking Yellow 

6 Landing (after hovering for 5 sees) 

Fast Blinking Yellow 

& • The aircraft cannot avoid obstruction during the Failsafe RTH, therefore, it is important to set an 

suitable Failsafe altitude before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter "Camera" and 

select "MODE > Advanced Settings > Failsafe mode" to set the Failsafe altitude . 

• The aircraft will stop its ascent and return to the Home Point immediately if the throttle stick is 

moved during the Failsafe RTH procedure. 

Vision Positioning System 

The DJI Vision Positioning System uses ultrasound and image data to help the aircraft maintain its current 

position. With the help of Vision Positioning, your Phantom 3 Professional can hover in place more precisely 

and fly indoors or in other environments where a GPS signal is not available. The main components of the 

Vision Positioning System are located on the bottom of your Phantom 3 Professional; they include [2] two 

ultrasonic sensors and [1] one monocular camera. 

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Using Vision Positioning 

Vision Positioning is activated automatically when the Phantom 3 Professional is turned on. No 

further action is required. Vision Positioning is typically used in indoor environments, where GPS 

is unavailable. Using the sensors that are built into the Vision Positioning system, the Phantom 3 

Professional can hover precisely even witllout GPS. 

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Follow the steps below to use Vision Positioning: 

1. Toggle the flight mode switch toP-mode. 

2. Place the aircraft on a flat surface. Note that the Vision Positioning system cannot work 

properly on surfaces without clear pattern variations. 

3. Turn on the aircraft. The ait-craft status indicator will flash green two times, which indicates the Vision 

Positioning system is ready. Gently push the throttle up to lift off and the aircraft will hover in place. 

ffi The performance of your Vision Positioning System is affected by the surface over which it is 

flying. The ultrasonic sensors may not be able to accurately measure distances when operating 

above sound-absorbing materials. In addition, the camera may not function correctly in 

suboptimal environments. The aircraft will switch from P-mode to A-mode automatically if neither 

GPS nor Vision Positioning System are available. Operate the aircraft with great caution in the 

following situations: 

• Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g. pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). 

• Flying over a highly reflective surfaces. 

• Flying at high speeds( over 8 m/s at 2 meters or over 4 m/s at 1 meter). 

• Flying over water or transparent surfaces. 

• Flying over moving surfaces or objects. 

• Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically. 

• Flying over extremely dark (lux< 1 0) or bright (lux> 1 00,000) surfaces. 

• Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g. thick carpet). 

• Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture. 

• Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with the same design). 

• Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the aircraft. 

:(): • Keep the sensors clean at all times. Dirt or other debris may adversely affect the effectiveness 

of the sensors. 

• Vision Positioning is only effective when the aircraft is at altitudes of 0.3 to 3 meters. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not function properly when the aircraft is flying over water. 

• The Vision Positioning System may not be able to recognize pattern on the ground in low light 

conditions (less than 1 00 lux). 

• Do not use other ultrasonic devices with frequency of 40KHz when Vision Positioning system is 

in operation. 

• Vision Positioning System may not be able to stabilize the aircraft when flying close to the 

ground (below 0.5 meters) at fast speeds .. 

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0 Keep the animals away from the aircraft when Vision Positioning system is activated. The sonar 

sensor emits high frequency sounds that are only audible to some animals. 

Flight Recorder 

Flight data is automatically recorded to the internal storage of the aircraft. This includes flight 

telemetry, aircraft status information, and other parameters. To access these data, connect the 

aircraft to the PC through the Micro-USB port and launch the DJI Pilot app. 

Attaching and Detaching the Propellers 

Use only DJI approved propellers with your Phantom 3 Professional. The grey and black nuts on 

the propeller indicate where they should be attached and in which direction whey should spin. To 

attach the propellers properly, match the nut color with the motor axis color. 

Propellers Silver Dot Black Dot 

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Attach On Motors with a grey axes Motors with a black axes 

Legends Bl Lock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to mount and tighten. 

1=1 l Unlock: Turn the propellers in the indicated direction to loosen and remove. 

Attaching the Propellers 

I. Be sure to remove the warning stickers from the motors before attaching the propellers. 

2. Attach the propellers with silver dots onto the motors with silver axes and spin the propellers clockwise 

to secure them in place. Attach the propellers with black dots onto the motors with black axes and spin 

the propellers counter-clockwise to secure them in place. Be sure to tighten each propeller by hand 

before flight. 

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& · Ensure propellers are attached to its corresponding motors, otherwise the aircraft cannot take off. 

·Wear gloves when handling propellers. 

• Hand tighten each of the propellers on the corresponding motors to ensure it is attached firmly. 

Detaching the Propellers 

Hold the motor in place with one hand, then spin the propeller in the indicated unlock direction. 

& • Check that the propellers and motors are installed correctly and firmly before every flight. 

• Ensure that all propellers are in good condition before each flight. DO NOT use aged, chipped, 

or broken propellers. 

• To avoid injury, STAND CLEAR of and DO NOT touch propellers or motors when they are spinning. 

• ONLY use original OJI propellers for a better and safer flight experience. 

OJ I Intelligent Flight Battery 

The DJI Intelligent Flight Battery has a capacity of 4480 mAh, a voltage of 15.2 V, and a smart charge/ 

discharge functionality. It should only be charged using an appropriate charger that has been approved 

by DJI. 

lntelli~J81lt Fligilt Baltery 

The Intelligent Flight Battery must be fully charged before using it for the first time. Refer to 

"Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery" for more information. 

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DJI Intelligent Flight Battery Functions 

1. Battery Level Display: the LED indicators display the current battery level. 

2. Battery Life Display: the LEOs display the current battery power cycle. 

3. Auto-Discharging Function: To prevent swelling, the battery automatically discharges to below 65% of 

total power when it is idle for more than ten days. It takes around two days to discharge the battery to 

65%. It is normal to feel moderate heat being emitted from the battery during the discharge process. 

Discharge thresholds can be set in the DJI Pilot app. 

4. Balanced Charging: Automatically balances the voltage of each battery cell when charging. 

5. Overcharge Protection: Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully charged. 

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will only charge when the temperature is between ooc (32°F) and 

40°C (104°F). 

7. Over Current Protection: The battery stops charging when high amperage (more than 8 A) is detected. 

8. Over Discharge Protection: To prevent over-discharge damage, discharging automatically stops when 

the battery voltage reaches 12 V. 

9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts the power supply when a short circuit is detected. 

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I 0. Battery Cell Damage Protection: The DJI Pilot app displays a warning message when a damaged 

battery cell is detected. 

II. Battery Error History: Browse the battery error history in the DJI Pilot app. 

12. Sleep Mode: To save power, the battery enters sleep mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. 

13. Communication: Information pertaining to the battery's voltage, capacity, current, etc. is transmitted to 

the aircraft's main controller. 

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use. Users take full responsibility for all operations and usage. 

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Turning ON/OFF 

Turning On: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn on. The 

Power LED will turn red and the Battery Level Indicators will display the current battery level. 

Turning Off: Press the Power Button once, then press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off. The 

battery power LED will flash when powering off the Phantom to allow automatically stopping 

of a recording during the event recording wasn't stopped. 

Low Temperature Notice: 

I. Battery capacity is significantly reduced when flying in low temperature ( < 0°C) environments. 

2. It is not recommended that the battery be used in extremely low temperature ( < -I 0°C) environments. 

Battery voltage should reach the appropriate level when operating environment with temperatures 

between -I ooc and 5°C. 

3. End the flight as soon as the DJI Pilot app displays the "Low Battery Level Warning" in low temperature 

environments. 

4. Keep the battery indoors to warm it before flying in low temperature environments. 

5. To ensure optimal performance of the battery, keep the battery temperature above 20°C. 

6. The charger will stop charging the battery if the battery cell's temperature is not within the operating 

range (0°C ~ 40°C ). 

ffi In cold environments, insert the battery into the battery compartment and allow the aircraft for 

approximately 1-2 minutes to warm up before taking off. 

Checking the Battery Level 

The Battery Level Indicators display how much power remains. When the battery is turned off, press 

the Power Button once. The Battery Level Indicators will light up to display the current battery level. See 

below for details. 

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m The Battery Level Indicators will also show the current battery level during charging and 

discharging. The indicators are defined below. 

0 : LED is on. (0~: LED is flashing. 

0 : LED is off. 

Battery Level 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Level 

0 0 0 0 87.5%~100% 

0 0 0 ·.,: n 75%~87.5% 

0 0 0 0 62.5%~75% 

0 0 n 0 50%~62.5% 

0 0 0 0 37.5%~50% 

0 n 0 0 25%~37.5% 

0 0 0 0 12.5%~25% 

:o: 0 0 0 0%~12.5% 

0 0 0 0 =0% 

Battery life 

Battery life refers to how many more times the battery can be discharged and recharged before it must 

be replaced. When the battery is turned off, press and hold the Power Button for 5 seconds to check the 

battery life. The Battery Level Indicators will light up and/or blink for two seconds, as shown below: 

Battery Life 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Life 

0 0 0 0 90%~100% 

0 0 0 (0) 80%~90% 

0 0 0 0 70%~80% 

0 0 n 0 60%~70% 

0 0 0 0 50%~60% 

0 n 0 0 40%~50% 

0 0 0 0 30%~40% 

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Charging the Intelligent Flight Battery 

1. Connect the Battery Charger to a power source (100-240 V 50/60Hz). 

2. Open the Protection Cap and connect the Intelligent Flight Battery to the Battery Charger. If the battery 

level is above 95%, turn on the battery before charging. 

3. The Battery Level Indicator will display the current battery level as it is charging. 

4. The Intelligent Flight Battery is fully charged when the Battery Level Indicators are all off. 

5. Air-cool the Intelligent Flight Battery after each flight. Allow its temperature to drop to room temperature 

before storing it for an extended period. 

• We do not recommend charging the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller with the 

standard charger at the same time, otherwise the charger may overheat. 

• Always turn off the battery before inserting it or removing it from the Phantom 3 Professional. 

Never insert or remove a battery when it is turned on. 

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LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 

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0%~25% 

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50%~75% 

75%~100% 

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The table below shows battery protection mechanisms and corresponding LED patterns. 

Battery Level Indicators while Charging 

LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Blinking Pattern Battery Protection Item 

0 (Q) 0 0 LED2 blinks twice per second Over current detected 

0 ·.,: n 0 0 LED2 blinks three times per second Short circuit detected 

0 0 n 0 LED3 blinks twice per second Over charge detected 

0 0 (0) 0 LED3 blinks three times per second Over-voltage charger detected 

0 0 0 n LED4 blinks twice per second Charging temperature is too low 

0 0 0 n LED4 blinks three times per second Charging temperature is too high 

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After these issues are resolved, press the Power Button to turn off the Battery Level Indicator. Unplug the 

Intelligent Flight Battery from the charger and plug it back in to resume charging. Note that you do not 

need to unplug and plug in the charger in the event of a room temperature error; the charger will resume 

charging when the temperature is within tile allowable range. 

& DJI does not take any responsibility for damage caused by third-party chargers. 

:\): How to discharge your Intelligent Flight Battery: 

Slow : Place the Intelligent Flight Battery into the Phantom 3 Professional's Battery Compartment 

and turn it on. Leave it on until there is less thatl 8% of power left, or until the battery can no 

longer be turned on. Launch the OJI Pilot app to check battery levels. 

Rapid :Fly the Phantom 3 Professional outdoors until there is less than 8% of power left, or until 

the battery can no longer be turned on. 

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of the remote controller and includes 

instructions for controlling the airct'aft 

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Remote Controller 

Remote Controller Profile 

The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is a multi-function wireless communication device that 

integrates the video downlink system and aircraft remote control system. The video downlink and aircraft 

remote control system operate at 2.4 GHz. The remote controller features a number of camera control 

functions, such as taking and previewing photos and videos, as well as controlling gimbal motion. 

The remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery. The battery level is displayed via LED 

indicators on the front panel of the remote controller. 

m ·Compliance Version: The remote controller is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations. 

• Operating Mode: Control can be set to Mode I or Mode 2, or to a custom mode. 

·Mode 1: The right stick serves as the throttle. 

• Mode 2: The left stick serves as the throttle. 

& To prevent transmission interference, do not operate more than three aircrafts in the same area. 

Using the Remote Controller 

Turning the Remote Controller On and Off 

The Phantom 3 Professional remote controller is powered by a 2S rechargeable battery that has a 

capacity of 6000 mAh. The battery level is indicated via the Battery Level LEOs on the front panel. Follow 

the steps below to turn on your remote controller: 

I. When the remote controller is turned off, press the Power Button once. The Battery Level LEOs will 

display the current battery level. 

2. Press and hold the Power Button to turn on the remote controller. 

3. The remote controller will beep when it is turned on. The Status LED will rapidly blink green, indicating 

that the remote controller is linking to the aircraft. The Status LEOs will glow solid green when linking is 

complete. 

4. Repeat Step 2 to turn off the remote controller. 

Charging the Remote Controller 

Charge the remote controller using the included charger. Refer to the figure on next page below for more 

details. 

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Shoot videos/pictures, view recorded images, and adjust camera settings via the Shutter Button, Camera 

Settings Dial, Playback Button, and Video Recording Button on the remote controller. 

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[1] Camera Settings Dial 

Turn the dial to adjust camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture without letting go of 

the remote controller. Move the dial to left or right to scroll through pictures and videos in playback 

mode. Press down on the dial to toggle between these settings. 

[2] Playback Button 

Press to view images and videos that have already been captured. 

[3] Shutter Button 

Press to take a photo. If burst mode is activated, multiple photos will be taken with a single press. 

[4] Video Recoding Button 

Press once to start recording video, then press again to stop recording. 

[5] Gimbal Dial 

Use this dial to control the tilt of the gimbal. 

Controlling Aircraft 

This section explains how to control the orientation of the aircraft through the remote controller. The 

Remote Control is set to Mode 2 by default. 

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W Stick Neutral/Mid-Point: Control sticks are in the center position. 

Moving the Control Stick: The control stick is pushed away from the center position. 

Remote Controller 

(Mode 2) Remarks Aircraft 

Indicates Nose Direction) 

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Moving the left stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's elevation. 

Push the stick up to ascend and down to descend. 

When both sticks are centered, the Phantom 3 

Professional will hover in place. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional will 

change elevation. Always push the stick gently 

to prevent sudden and unexpected elevation 

changes. 

Moving the left stick to the left or right controls the 

rudder and rotation of the aircraft. 

Push the sick left to rotate the aircraft counterclockwise, push the stick right to rotate the aircraft 

clockwise. If the stick is centered, the Phantom 3 

Professional will maintain its current orientation. 

The more the stick is pushed away from the center 

position, the faster the Phantom 3 Professional will 

rotate. 

Moving the right stick up and down changes the 

aircraft's forward and backward pitch. 

Push the stick up to fly forward and down to fly 

backward. Phantom 3 Professional will hover in 

place if the stick is centered. 

Push the stick further away from the center position for 

a larger pitch angle (maximum 30°) and faster flight. 

Moving the right stick control left and right changes 

the aircraft's left and right pitch. 

Push left to fly left and right to fly right. The 

Phantom 3 Professional will hover in place if the 

stick is centered. 

Gimbal Dial: Turn the dial to the right, and the 

camera will shift to point upwards. Turn the 

dial to the left, and the camera will shift to point 

downwards. The camera will remain in its current 

position when dial is static. 

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Toggle the switch to select the desired flight mode. 

You may choose between; P-mode, F-mode and Amode. 

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Position 1 ~ F-mode 

Position 2 ~ A-mode 

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P-mode (Positioning): P-mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different 

versions of P-mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 Professional depending on 

GPS signal strength and the Vision Positioning sensors: 

P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning both are available; the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. 

P-OPTI: Vision Positioning is available but a sufficient GPS signal is not available. Aircraft is using 

only Vision Positioning for position holding. 

P-A Til: Neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude is maintained. 

A-mode (Attitude): GPS and Vision Positioning System are not used for stabilization. The aircraft uses 

only its barometer to stabilize. The aircraft can automatically return to the Home Point if remote controller 

signal is lost and the Home Point was recorded successfully. 

F-mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. For more information 

about IOC, refer to the IOC section in the Appendix. 

By default, the Flight Mode Switch is locked toP-mode. To unlock other flight modes, launch the DJI Pilot 

app, enter the "Camera" page, and tap "Mode", then activate "Multiple Flight Mode". 

RTH Button 

Press and hold the RTH button to start the Return-to-Home (RTH) procedure. The LED ring around the RTH 

Button will blink white to indicate that the aircraft is entering RTH mode. The aircraft will then return to the 

last recorded Home Point. Press this button again to cancel the RTH procedure and regain control of the 

aircraft. 

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Connecting Your Mobile Device 

Tilt the mobile device holder to the desired position. Press the button on the side of the mobile device holder 

to release the clamp, and then place your mobile device into the cradle. Adjust the clamp down to secure the 

mobile device. To connect your mobile device to the remote controller using a USB cable, plug one end of 

the cable into your mobile device and the other end into the USB port on the back of the remote controller. 

Optimal Transmission Range 

The transmission signal between the aircraft and the remote controller is most reliable within the area that 

is depicted in the image below: 

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Ensure that the aircraft is flying within the optimal transmission zone. To achieve the best transmission 

performance, maintain the appropriate relationship between the operator and the aircraft. 

Remote Controller Status LED 

The Status LED reflects the strength of the connection between the remote controller and the aircraft. The 

RTH LED indicates the Return-to-Home status of the aircraft. The table below contains more information 

about these indicators. 

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R -Solid Red l Chime The remote controller is disconnected from the aircraft. 

'p -Solid Green l Chime The remote controller is connected to the aircraft. 

R ······Slow Blinking Red D-D-0 ...... Remote controller error. 

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Red and Green/ Red and None HD downlink is disrupted. 

Yellow Alternate Blinks 

RTH LED Sound Remote Controller Status 

1/V: -Solid White /Chime Aircraft is returning home. 

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Linking the Remote Controller 

The remote controller is linked to your aircraft before delivery. Linking is only required when using a new 

remote controller for the first time. Follow these steps to link a new remote controller: 

I. Turn on the remote controller and connect to the mobile device. Launch the OJI Pilot app. 

2. Turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Enter "Camera" and tap on ~;/' 11 111 and then tap "Linking RC" button as shown below. 

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Default stick mode is Mode 2, changing stick modes alters the way the aircraft is controlled. 

Do not change unless familiar with your new mode. 

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4. Tile remote controller is ready to link. Tile Remote Controller Status Indicator blinks blue and a beep is 

emitted. 

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5. Locate tile linking button on tile side of tile aircraft, as sllown in tile figure below. Press tile link button 

to start linking. Tile Remote Controller Status Indicator LED will display a solid green once tile remote 

controller is successfully linked to tile aircraft. 

ffi · Tile remote controller will un-link itself from an aircraft if a new remote controller is linked to tile 

same aircraft. 

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Camera and Gimbal 

Camera Profile 

The on-board camera uses the 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensor to capture video (up to 4096x2160p at 24fps or 

4K at up to 30fps with the Phantom 3 Professional) and 12 megapixel stills. You may choose to record 

the video in either MOV or MP4 format. Available picture shooting modes include burst, continuous, and 

time-lapse mode. A live preview of what the camera sees can be monitored on the connected mobile 

device via the OJI Pilot app. 

Camera Micro-SO Card Slot 

To store your photos and videos, insert the Micro-SO card into the slot, as shown below, before 

turning on the Phantom 3 Professional. The Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 16 GB Micro-SO 

card and supports Micro-SO cards up to 64 GB. A UHS-1 Micro-SO card is recommended due to 

their fast read and write speeds allowing you to save high-resolution video data. 

0 Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the Phantom 3 Professional when it is turned on. 

Camera Data Port 

Turn on the Phantom 3 Professional and connect a USB cable to the Camera Data Port to download 

photos and videos to your computer. 

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& The aircraft must be turned on before attempting to access the files on the Micro-SO card. 

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Camera Operation 

Use the Shutter and Video Recording buttons on the remote controller to shoot the images or videos 

through the DJI Pilot app. For more information about how to use these buttons, refer to "Controlling the 

Camera Page 24". 

Gimbal 

Gimbal Profile 

The 3-axis gimbal provides a steady platform for the attached camera, allowing you to capture clear, 

stable images and video. The gimbal can tilt the camera within a 120° range. 

Use the gimbal dial on the remote controller to control the tilt movement of the camera. 

Gimbal Operation Modes 

Two gimbal operation modes are available. Switch between the different operation modes on the camera 

settings page of the DJI Pilot app. Note that your mobile device must be connected to the remote 

controller for changes to take effect. Refer to the table below for details: 

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FPV Mode 

The angle between gimbal's orientation and aircraft's nose remains 

constant at all times. 

The gimbal will synchronize with the movement of the aircraft to provide a 

first-person perspective flying experience. 

& · A gimbal motor error may occur in these situations: (1) the aircraft is placed on uneven ground 

or the gimbal's motion is obstructed (2) the gimbal has been subjected to an excessive 

external force, such as a collision. Please take off from flat, open ground and protect the gimbal 

at all times. 

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Anti-Drop Kit 

The anti-drop kit helps keep the gimbal and camera connected to the aircraft. Two pins have been 

mounted prior to shipping. If new or additional pins are required, see the diagram below. Press Part 

W through the hole of the vibration absorber and into the center hole of Part ® , then lock them together 

as shown(~. Mounting the anti-drop kit pins diagonally from each other is recommended. 

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DJI Pilot App 

The DJI Pilot app is a mobile application designed specifically for the Phantom 3 Professional. Use this 

app to control the gimbal, camera, and other aircraft functions. The app also features Map, Academy, 

and User Center, which are used for configuring your aircraft and sharing your photos and videos with 

others. It is recommended that you use a tablet for the best experience. 

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The Camera page contains a live HD video feed from the Phantom 3 Professional's camera. You can also 

configure various camera parameters from the Camera page. 

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[1] Flight Mode 

8: The text next to this icon indicates the current flight mode. 

Tap to configure the MC (Main Controller) Settings. These settings allow you to modify flight limits and 

set the gain values. 

[2] GPS Signal Strength 

~~ull: This icon shows the current strength of GPS signals. Green bars indicate adequate GPS 

strength. 

[3] IOC Settings 

~ CL: This icon displays the IOC setting when the aircraft has entered F-mode. Tap to view the IOC 

settings menu and select the desired IOC setting. 

[4] System Status 

satetoFty(GPS) :This icon indicates the current aircraft system status and GPS signal strength. 

u [5] Battery Level Indicator 

S -<>-o o : The battery level indicator provides a dynamic display of the battery level. The colored 

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[6] Remote Controller Signal 

~~ 111ll: This icon shows the strength of remote controller's signal. 

[7] HD Video Link Signal Strength 

(][)~ ,11ll: This icon shows the strength of the HD video downlink connection between the aircraft and 

the remote controller. 

[8] Battery Level 

lft 1 QQo/o: This icon shows the current battery level. 

Tap to view the battery information menu, set the various battery warning thresholds, and view the 

battery warning history. 

[9] General Settings 

:: : Tap this icon to view the General Settings page. From this page, you can set flight parameters, 

reset the camera, enable the quick view feature, adjust the gimbal roll value, and toggle the flight 

route display. 

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Shutter and Recording Settings 

I!Q- :Tap to enter various camera value settings, including color space for the recording, resolution of 

the videos, image size and so on. 

Shutter 

• : Tap this button to take a single photo. Press and hold this button to select single shot, triple shot 

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Record 

0 : Tap once to start recording video, then tap again to stop recording. You can also press the 

Video Recording Button on the remote controller, which has the same functionality. 

Playback 

[8 : Tap to enter the playback page. You can preview photos and videos as soon as they are 

captured. 

Camera Settings 

~.;=:Tap to set ISO, shutter and auto exposure values of the camera. 

[11] Vision Positioning 

£:This icon shows the distance between the surface and the Vision Positioning System's sensors. 

[12] Flight Telemetry 

The Vision Positioning Status icon is highlighted when the Vision Positioning is in operation. 

Flight attitude is indicated by the flight attitude icon. 

(I) The red arrow shows which direction the aircraft is facing. 

(2) Light blue and dark blue areas indicate pitch. 

(3) The angle of the boundary between the light blue and dark blue areas indicates the roll angle. 

[13] Map 

Display the flight path of the current flight. Tap to switch from the Camera GUI to the Map GUI. 

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($ : Initiate RTH home procedure. Tap to have the aircraft return to the last recorded home point. 

[15] Auto Takeoff/Landing 

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[16] Livestream 

(:» : Livestream icon indicates the current video feed is broadcasting live on YouTube. Be sure the 

mobile data service is available on the mobile device. 

[17] Back 

~ :Tap to return to the main GUI. 

Director 

Director is an automatic video editor built into the DJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply 

tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of 

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately. 

Store 

Tap "Store" to visit the official DJI Online Store to see the latest information about DJI products and easily 

buy new products. 

Discovery 

Sync pictures and videos to your mobile device, view flight logs, and check your DJI account status in 

"Discovery". Use your registered DJI account to login to "Discovery". 

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This section describes safe flight 

practices and flight restrictions. 

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Flight 

Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended that you use the flight simulator in the OJI Pilot 

app to hone your flight skills and practice flying safely. Ensure that all flights are carried out in an open 

area. 

Flight Environment Requirements 

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s , 

snow, rain and fog. 

2. Only fly in open areas. Tall structures and large metal structures may affect the accuracy of the onboard compass and GPS system. 

3. Avoid obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees, and bodies of water. 

4. Minimize interference by avoiding areas with high levels of electromagnetism, including base stations 

and radio transmission towers. 

5. Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and 

temperature. Be very careful when flying at altitudes greater than 19, 685 feet (6000 meters) above sea 

::!J level, as the performance of the battery and aircraft may be affected. 

tO 6. The Phantom 3 Professional cannot operate within the polar areas. ~ 

Flight Limits and No-Fly Zones 

All unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operators should abide by all regulations set forth by government and 

regulatory agencies including the ICAO and the FAA. For safety reasons, flights are limited by default, 

which helps users operate this product safely and legally. Flight limitations include height limits, distance 

limits, and No-Fly Zones. 

When operating in P-mode, height limits, distance limits, and No-Fly Zones function concurrently to 

manage flight safety. In A-mode, only height limits are in effect, which by default prevent the aircraft 

altitude from exceeding 1640 feet (500 m) . 

Maximum flight altitude & Radius Limits 

Maximum flight altitude and radius limits may be changed in the DJI Pilot app. Be aware that the 

maximum flight altitude cannot exceed 1640 feet (500 meters). In accordance with these settings, your 

Phantom 3 Professional will fly in a restricted cylinder, as shown below: 

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Maximum Flight Aircraft's altitude cannot Warning: Height 

Altitude exceed the specified value. limit reached. 

Max Radius Flight distance must be within Warning: Distance 

the max radius. 

GPS Signal Weak ······Blinking Yellow 

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Flight Limits 

Height is restricted to 400 

feet. (120m) and under. 

Max Radius No limits 

limit reached. 

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Warning: Height limit 

reached. 

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max radius limit. 

Aircraft Status Indicator 

None. 

• If you fly out of the limit, you can still control the Phantom 3, but cannot fly it any father. If the 

& Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back within 

range automatically. 

• If the Phantom 3 flies out of the max radius in Ready to Fly (non-GPS) mode, it will fly back 

within range automatically. 

No-Fly Zones 

All No-Fly Zones are listed on the DJI official website at http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly. No-Fly Zones are 

divided into Airports and Restricted Areas. Airports include major airports and flying fields where manned 

aircraft operate at low altitudes. Restricted Areas include border lines between countries or sensitive 

institute. The details of the No-Fly Zones are explained as follow: 

Airport 

(1) Airport No-Fly Zone are comprised of Take-off Restricted zones and Restricted Altitude Zones. Each 

zone features circles of various sizes. 

(2) R1 miles (value of the R1 depends on the size and shape of the airport) around the airport is a Takeoff restricted zone, inside of which take off is prevented. 

(3) From R1 mile to R1 + 1 mile around the airport the flight altitude is limited to a 15 degree inclination. 

Starting at 65 feet (20 meters) from the edge of airport and radiating outward. The flight altitude is 

limited to 1640 feet ( 500 meters) at R 1 + 1 mile 

(4) When the aircraft enters within 320 feet (100 meters) of No-Fly Zones, a warning message will appear 

on the OJI Pilot app. 

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Restricted Area 

(1) Restricted Areas does not have flight altitude restrictions. 

No-fly zone Restricted-altitude flight zone Warning zone 

(2) R miles around the designated restriction area is a Take-off Restricted area. Aircraft cannot take off 

within this zone. The value of R varies based on the definition of the restricted areas. 

(3) A "warning zone" has been set around the Restricted Area. When the aircraft approaches within 0.6 

miles (1 km) of this zone, a warning message will appear on the OJI Pilot app. 

No-fly zone Warning zone Free zone 

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GPS Signal Strong G. ······Blinking Green 

Aircraft 

Zone Restriction OJI Pilot App Prompt Status 

Indicator 

Motors will not start. Warning: You are in a No-fly 

zone. Take off prohibited. 

No-fly Zone If the aircraft enters the 

restricted area in A-mode, but is 

Warning: You are in a no-fly zone. switched toP-mode, the aircraft 

will automatically descend, land, Automatic landing has begun. 

and stop its motors. 

Rl: Warning: You are in a R ...... 

If the aircraft enters the restricted restricted zone. Descending to Red flashing 

Restrictedarea in A-mode, but is switched 

safe altitude. 

altitude flight to P-mode, it will descend to an 

R2: Warning: You are in a 

zone 

appropriate altitude and hover 

restricted zone. Maximum flight 

altitude is restricted to between 15 feet below the altitude limit. 

20m and 500m. Fly cautiously. 

Warning zone No flight restriction applies, but Warning: You are approaching a 

there will be a warning . restricted zone, Fly cautiously. 

Free zone 

No restrictions. None. None. 

W Semi-automatic descent: All stick commands are available except the throttle stick command 

during the descent and landing process. Motors will stop automatically after landing. 

& · When flying in a safety zone, the aircraft's status indicator will blink red rapidly and continue 

for 3 seconds, then switch to indicate current flying status and continue for 5 seconds at which 

point it will switch back to blinking red. 

• For safety reasons, please do not fly close to airports, highways, railway stations, railway lines, 

city centers, or other sensitive areas. Fly the aircraft only within your line of sight. 

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Preflight Checklist 

I. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 

2. Propellers are mounted correctly and firmly. 

3. Micro-SO card has been inserted, if necessary. 

4. Gimbal is functioning normally. 

5. Motors can start and are functioning normally. 

6. The OJI Pilot app is successfully connected to the aircraft. 

Calibrating the Compass 

IMPORTANT: Always calibrate the compass in every new flight location. The compass is very sensitive 

to electromagnetic interference, which can produce abnormal compass data and lead to poor flight 

performance or flight failure. Regular calibration is required for optimal performance. 

0 • Do not calibrate your compass where there is any possibility of strong magnetic interference. 

Sources of potential interference include magnetite, parking structures, and subterranean 

:::!::! metal structures 

.. Do not carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration such as keys or cellular 

phones. 

• Do not calibrate in direct proximity to large metal objects. 

• DO NOT calibrate indoors. 

Calibration Procedures 

Choose an open area to carry out the following procedures. 

1. Ensure that the compass is calibrated. If you did not calibrate the compass as part of your pre-flight 

preparations, or if you have moved to a new location since the last calibration, tap the Aircraft Status 

Bar in the app and select "Calibrate", then follow the on-screen instructions. 

2. Hold the aircraft horizontally and rotate 360 degrees. The Aircraft Status Indicators will display a solid 

green light. 

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3. Hold the aircraft vertically, with nose pointing downward, and rotate it 360 degrees around the center 

axis. Recalibrate the compass if the Aircraft Status Indicator glows solid red. 

& If the Aircraft Status Indicator blinks red and yellow after the calibration procedure, move your 

aircraft to a different location and try again. 

l} Calibrate the compass before each flight. Launch the DJI Pilot app and follow the on-screen 

instructions to calibrate the compass. DO NOT calibrate the compass near metal objects such 

as a metal bridge, cars, scaffolding. 

When to Recalibrate 

1.When compass data is abnormal and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking green and yellow. 

2.When flying in a new location or in a location that is different from the most recent flight. 

3.When the mechanical or physical structure of the Phantom 3 Professional has been changed. 

4.When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. Phantom 3 Professional does not fly in straight line. 

Auto Takeoff and Auto Landing 

Auto Takeoff 

Use auto takeoff only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the 

auto takeoff feature: 

1. Launch the DJI Pilot app, and enter "Camera" page. 

2. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

3. Complete all steps on the pre-flight checklist. 

4. Tap" t ", and confirm that conditions are safe for flight. Slide the icon to confirm and takeoff. 

5. Aircraft takes off and hovers at (1.5 meters) above ground. 

& Aircraft Status Indicator blinks rapidly when it is using the Vision Position System for stabilization. 

The aircraft will automatically hover below 3 meters. It is recommended to wait until there is 

sufficient GPS lock before using the Auto Take-off feature. 

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Auto-Landing 

Use auto-landing only if the Aircraft Status Indicators are blinking green. Follow the steps below to use the 

auto-landing feature: 

I. Ensure the aircraft is in P- mode. 

2. Check the landing area condition before tapping ".;. ", to begin landing. Then follow the on-screen 

instructions. 

Starting/Stopping the Motors 

Starting the Motors 

A Combination Stick Command (CSC) is used to start the motors. Push both sticks to the bottom 

inner or outer corners to start the motors. Once the motors have started spinning, release both sticks 

simultaneously. 

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Stopping the Motors 

There are two methods to stop the motors. 

Method I: When Phantom 3 Professional has landed, push the throttle downeD, then conduct the same 

CSC that was used to start the motors, as described above®. Motors will stop immediately. Release both 

sticks once motors stop. 

Method 2: When the aircraft has landed, push and hold the throttle down. The motors will stop after three 

seconds. 

Methocl I Method 1 

& Do not perform a CSC when the aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors will suddently stop. 

Flight Test 

Takeoff/Landing Procedures 

I. Place the aircraft in an open, flat area with the battet·y level indicators facing towards you. 

2. Turn on the remote controller and your mobile device, then turn on the Intelligent Flight Battery. 

3. Launch the DJI Pilot app and enter the Camera page. 

4. Wait until the Aircraft Indicators blink green. This means the Home Point is recorded and it is now safe 

to fly. If they flash yellow, the Home Point has not been recorded. 

5. Push the throttle up slowly to take off or use Auto Takeoff. 

6. Shoot photos and videos using the DJI Pilot app. 

7. To land, hover over a level surface and gently pull down on the throttle to descend. 

8. After landing, execute the CSC command or hold the throttle at its lowest position until the motors stop. 

9. Turn off the Intelligent Flight Battery first, then the Remote Controller. 

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& · When tile Aircraft Status Indicators blink yellow rapidly during flight. the aircraft has entered Failsafe 

mode. 

• A low battery level warning is indicated by the Aircraft Status Indicators blinking red slowly or 

rapidly during flight. 

• Watch our video tutorials for more flight information. 

Video Suggestions and Tips 

I. Go through the full pre-flight checklist before each flight. 

2. Select the desired gimbal operation mode in the DJI Pilot app. 

3. Only shoot video when flying in P-mode. 

4. Always fly in good weather and avoid flying in rain or heavy wind. 

5. Choose the camera settings that suit your needs. Settings include photo format and exposure compensation. 

6. Perform flight tests to establish flight routes and preview scenes. 

7. Push the control sticks gently to keep the aircraft's movement smooth and stable. 

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Troubleshooting (FAQ) 

What is the difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced? 

The biggest difference between the Phantom 3 Professional and the Phantom 3 Advanced is in the 

camera. The Phantom 3 Professional is capable of shooting spectacular 4K video at up to 30 frames per 

second, and the Phantom 3 Advanced is capable of shooting at resolutions up to 1 080p60. Both models 

shoot 12 megapixel photos. 

The other main difference is the Intelligent Flight Battery charger. The Phantom 3 Advanced comes with a 

57 -watt charging unit and the Phantom 3 Professional comes with a 1 00-watt charger, the latter of which 

allows for shorter charging times. 

Can I remove the camera and attach my own? 

No. The cameras that come with both models are permanently attached. Attempting to remove, replace, or 

modify the camera may damage the product and will void your warranty. 

Can I charge my Remote Controller and Intelligent Flight Battery at the same time? 

While the Remote Controller charger and Intelligent Flight Battery charger have been integrated into one 

unit for your convenience, it is recommended that you only charge one item at a time. We recommend that 

you never charge both items using the same charger at the same time. 

What are the buttons on the back of my Remote Controller for? 

The two buttons on the back of the Remote Controller can be customized and assigned to function as you 

choose through the OJI Pilot app. Refer to the manual for more information. 

How far can I fly my Phantom 3? 

The signal transmission distance will vary depending on environmental conditions, but the Phantom 3 

series can reach distances of up to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) away from the pilot. 

What app should I use with my Phantom 3? 

The Phantom 3 is compatible with the DJI Pilot app for iOS and Android, which is already used with the DJI 

Inspire. The app will detect which aircraft is connected and automatically adjust accordingly. 

Which mobile devices are compatible with the app? 

The OJI Pilot app is only compatible with devices running iOS 8.0 or later or Android v4.1.2 or later. 

The following devices are recommended: 

iOS: iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi 

+ Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, and iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi + Cellular. This app is 

optimized for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus 

Android: Samsung S5, Note 3, Sony Z3 EXPERIA, Google Nexus 7 II, Google Nexus 9, Mi 3, Nubia Z7 mini 

Support for additional Android devices will become available as testing and development continues. 

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How do I use the Director automatic video editor? 

Director is an automatic video editor built into the OJI Pilot app. After recording several video clips, simply 

tap "Director" from the app's home screen. You can then select a template and a specified number of 

clips, which are automatically combined to create a short film that can be shared immediately. 

How do I change the control mode of my Phantom 3? 

By default, the Remote Controller is set to Mode 2. This means that the right control stick controls the 

movement of the aircraft and the left control stick controls the throttle and orientation of the aircraft. These 

controls can be changed to Mode 1 or set to a customized configuration in the DJI Pilot app. This is only 

recommended for advanced users. 

Can I use a Phantom 2 Remote Controller with the Phantom 3? 

No. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller operates on a different frequency. The Phantom 2 Remote Controller 

operates at 5.8 GHz and the new Phantom 3 Remote Controller operates at 2.4 GHz. 

Can I use a Phantom 2 Intelligent Flight Battery with the Phantom 3? 

No. The Phantom 3 uses a newly designed Intelligent Flight Battery with greater power. The Phantom 3 has 

a 4 cell battery with a capacity of 4480 mAh and a voltage of 15.2 V. 

My Phantom 3 does not turn off right away, is something wrong? 

This is normal. After you attempt to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery, it may remain on for a few 

seconds as any video data is saved to the Micro SO card. This helps prevent your data from being lost or 

corrupted. 

Do I have to buy the Remote Controller separately? 

No, there is no need to buy a separate Remote Controller. Your Phantom 3 comes with a Remote Controller 

that is already linked to the aircraft. 

Does my Phantom 3 support dual Remote Controllers? 

No. The included Remote Controller can be used to control both the aircraft and the gimbal tilt at the same 

time. 

What does the "P, A, F" switch on the Remote Controller do? 

This switch, called the Flight Mode Switch, allows you to toggle different flight modes: 

P-mode, or Positioning mode, indicates that both GPS and the Vision Positioning System are active and 

your Phantom 3 will attempt to stabilize using both. 

In A-mode, or Attitude mode, the aircraft does not use GPS or the Vision Positioning System. Only the 

barometer is used for stabilization. The aircraft can still return to the Home Point as long as a sufficient GPS 

signal is available. 

F-mode, or Function mode, activates Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) functionality. Refer to the IOC 

section in the Appendix of the User Manual. 

By default, only P-mode may be used. Refer to your user manual for instructions on unlocking the other 

modes. 

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What is the Phantom 3 flight time? 

Flight times will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage patterns, but the Intelligent Flight 

Battery is designed to provide up to 23 minutes of uninterrupted flight time when fully charged. 

How can I restore a video file if the power is turned off during recording? 

Do not remove the Micro-SO card from the camera. If it has been removed, place it back in the camera. 

Turn the Phantom 3 on and wait approximately 30 seconds as the video file is restored. 

How can I ensure that my pictures and videos will be synchronized to my iOS album? 

You may need to adjust the settings of your mobile device. Open the Settings menu, select the Privacy 

tab, select the Photos tab, and then toggle the switch next to the OJI Pilot app icon. If the Pilot app has not 

been granted access to your albums, the photos and videos cannot be synchronized. 

What should I do to land my Phantom 3 smoothly as possible? 

Hover the aircraft over a flat, level surface. Slowly pull the throttle stick down until the aircraft touches the 

ground. 

Why is the discharge time of the battery not zero, even though I have never used it? 

Every battery is tested prior to being packaged and shipped. This affects the discharge time of a new 

battery and is the reason that the discharge time is not zero. The battery is safe to use. 

Can the mobile device holder be used on the Phantom 2 series Remote Controller? 

No, it cannot. 

How to safely operate the aircraft when encountering compass error? 

A compass error may occur when the aircraft is flying close to strong electric magnetic sources (e.g. 

power transmission lines). Aircraft Status Indicators blink red and yellow rapidly when a compass error 

occurs and the OJI Pilot app will display one of the following messages: 

• Compass error, calibration required 

This warning message indicates the aircraft is receiving abnormal compass readings. It is recommended 

to power off the aircraft and re-calibrate the compass at a different location and then resume the flight. 

• Compass error, exit P-GPS Mode 

This warning message indicates that the aircraft is drifting severely. Bring the aircraft to a higher altitude 

to gain enough GPS satellite locks when this warning message is prompted. The flight controller will 

automatically adjust the orientation of the aircraft in the midair to mitigate the drifts. The aircraft will switch 

back to P-GPS mode when the automatic adjustment is completed. 

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Specifications 

Aircraft 

Weight (Battery & 

Propellers Included) 

Max. Ascent Speed 

Max. Descent Speed 

Max. Speed 

Max. Flight Altitude 

Max. Flight Time 

Operating Temperature 

GPS Mode 

Gimbal 

Controllable Range 

Vision Positioning 

Velocity Range 

Altitude Range 

Operating Range 

Operating Environment 

Camera 

1280 g 

5 m/s 

3 m/s 

16 m/s (A TTl mode, no wind) 

6000 m 

Approximately 23 minutes 

ooc to 40°C 

GPS/GLONASS 

Pitch: - 90° to + 30° 

< 8 m/s (2 m above ground) 

30 cm-300 em 

30 cm-300 em 

Brightly lit (lux > 15) patterned surfaces 

Sensor Sony EXMOR 1 /2.3" Effective pixels: 12.4 M (total pixels: 12.76 M) 

Lens FOV 94° 20mm(35mm format equivalent) f/2.8 

ISO Range 1 00-3200(video) 1 00-1600(photo) 

Electronic Shutter Speed 8s -1 /8000s 

Image Max. Size 4000 x 3000 

Single shot 

Still Photography Modes 

Supported SO Card Types 

Video Recording Modes 

Max. Bitrate Of Video 

Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Operating Temperature 

Range 

Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames 

Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 

Bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

Micro SO 

Max. capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required 

UHD : 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 

FHD: 1920x1 080p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

HD: 1280x720p 24/25/30/48/50/60 

60 Mbps 

FAT32/exFAT 

Photo: JPEG, DNG 

Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 

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Operating Frequency 

Transmitting Distance 

Video Output Port 

Operating Temperature Range 

Battery 

Mobile Device Holder 

Transmitter Power(EIRP) 

Working Voltage 

Charger 

Voltage 

Rated Power 

2.400 GHz-2.483 GHz 

2000 m (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 

USB 

0°C- 40°C 

6000 mAh LiPo 28 

Tablets and smartphones 

FCC: 20 dbm; CE: 16 dbm 

1.2 A @7.4 V 

17.4 v 

IOOW 

Intelligent Flight Battery ( PH3-4480 mAh-"15.2 V) 

Capacity 4480 mAh 

Voltage 15.2 v 

Battery Type LiPo 48 

Energy 68 Wh 

Net Weight 365 g 

Operating Temperature -I 0°C- 40°C 

Max. Charging Power 100 w 

Aircraft Status Indicator Description 

Normal 

·R,. '·G 'Y ...... Red, Green and Yellow Flash 

Alternatively Turning on and Self-Diagnostics 

······Green and Yellow Flash Alternatively Aircraft Warming Up 

'G ······Green Flashes Slowly 

·d'-X2 ······Green Flashes Twice 

.y · · · · · · Yellow Flashes Slowly 

Warning 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with GPS and Vision Positioning) 

Safe to Fly (P-mode with Vision Positioning but without GPS) 

Safe to Fly (A-mode but No GPS and Vision Positioning) 

Y ...... Fast Yellow Flashing Remote Controller Signal Lost 

······Slow Red Flashing Low Battery Warning 

B · · · · · · Fast Red Flashing Critical Battery Warning 

R ······Red Flashing Alternatively IMU Error 

R; -Solid Red Critical Error 

······Red and Yellow Flash Alternatively Compass Calibration Required 

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Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) 

IOC allows users to lock the control orientation of the aircraft in different modes. There are three working 

modes for IOC that can be selected in the DJI Pilot app. IOC only works when the aircraft is in F-mode, 

therefore the user must toggle the flight mode switch to activate IOC. Refer to the table below: 

Course Lock (CL) 

Home Lock (HL)* 

Point of Interest (POl)* 

The nose direction, at the time that CL is set, will remain the forward direction 

regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. This will 

remain fixed until you reset it or exit CL mode. 

Record a Home Point (HP) and enter HL mode. The forward and backward 

controls will move the aircraft farther from and closer to the established Home 

Pont, regardless of how the orientation and position of the aircraft changes. 

Point of Interest. Record a point of interest (POl). The aircraft can then circle 

around the POl and the nose will always points toward the POl. 

:\:): *Home Lock and Point of Interest feature are coming soon. 

IOC Requirements 

IOC is only available under the following conditions: 

Modes IOC GPS enabled GPS counts Flight Distance Limits 

Course Lock No None None 

Home Lock Yes ~ill Aircraft ( ;::I Om , Home Point 

POl Yes ~ill Aircraft ( sm-soom, Point of Interest 

Using IOC 

Toggle the Flight Mode Switch F-mode and follow the instructions prompted on the OJI Pilot app to select 

the desired IOC mode. 

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FCC Compliance 

FCC Compliance 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired 

operation. 

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 

user's authority to operate the equipment. 

Compliance Information 

FCC Warning Message 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or 

transmitter. 

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 

pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 

harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio 

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in 

a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 

which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 

the interference by one or more of the following measures: 

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio(TV technician for help. 

IC RSS warning 

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard (s). Operation is subject to the 

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any 

interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 

Le present areil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada licables aux areils radio exempts de licence. 

L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes: 

(I) l'areil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et 

(2) l'utilisateur de l'areil doit accepter tout brouillage radioelectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est 

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susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 

IC Radiation Exposure Statement: 

This equipment complies with IC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& 

your body. 

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could 

void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

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Glossary 

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm 

when operating this product: 

I NOTICE I NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property 

damage AND a little or no possibility of injury. 

'-1 c::-:A-;-;u=rJ=oNC':"'\1 CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property 

damage AND a possibility of serious injury. 

lr:&_w_A-RN-IN--.GJ WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, 

collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury. 

_6 WARNING j Read the ENTIRE user manual to become familiar with the features of 

this product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly 

can result in damage to the product or personal property and cause serious injury. 

This is a sophisticated product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and 

requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible 

manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not 

intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible 

components or alter this product in any way outside of the documents provided by SZ DJI 

TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. These Safety Guidelines contain instructions for safety, operation and 

maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all of the instructions and warnings in the user 

manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate the product correctly and avoid 

damage or serious injury. 

Age Recommendation: Not for children under the age of 18. This is not a toy. 

Pre-flight Checklist 

1) Ensure that you are using only genuine parts and that all parts are in mint condition. 

2) Ensure the remote controller, Intelligent Flight Battery, and mobile device are fully charged. 

3) Ensure that there is no foreign object stuck to the camera lens, the micro-SO card has been inserted into 

the camera, and the gimbal can rotate freely before powering it on. 

4) Ensure the propellers are securely mounted onto the motors, and the motors can start and function normally. 

5) Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the compass. 

6) Ensure the DJI Pilot app and aircraft's firmware have been upgraded to the latest version. 

7) Ensure the your flight area is outside the No-Fly Zones and flight conditions are suitable for flying the 

aircraft. 

8) Be sure that you are NOT flying under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any substance that may impair 

your cognitive abilities. 

9) Be familiar with the selected flight mode and understand all safety functions and warnings. 

I 0) Be sure to observe all local regulations, obtain appropriate authorizations, and understand the risks. 

REMEMBER: It is solely your responsibility to comply with all flight regulations. 
Contents 

2 

NOTICE 

Glossary 

Pre-flight Checklist 

Disclaimer and Warning 

FCC Compliance and Advisory 

IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement 

FCC Class B Information 

Before You Begin 

Individual Parts 

Regarding Genuine and Functional Parts 

Remote Controller 

Camera 

Gimbal 

Compass 

Propulsion Systems 

DJI Pilot App 

Firmware 

Product Care 

Storage and Transportation 

Maintenance and Upkeep 

Flight Condition Requirements 

Weather Conditions and Surrounding Environment 

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Interference with Flight Controller, Communications, and Positioning Systems 11 

Operating the Aircraft Responsibly 11 

Flight Modes, Functions and Warnings 

Flight Modes 

Failsafe and Return to Home 

Low Battery 

Vision Positioning System 

Compliance with Regulations & No-Fly Zones 

Regulations 

No-Fly Zones 

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Disclaimer and Warning 

This product is NOT a toy and is not suitable for children under the age of 18. Adults should keep the 

Phantom 3 out of the reach children and exercise caution when operating this aircraft in the presence of 

children. 

This product is a flying camera that offers easy flight when in good working order as set forth below. Visit 

http://www.dji.com for the most current instructions and warnings and http://knowbeforeyoufly.org/ for more 

information about flight safety and compliance. 

The information in this document affects your safety and your legal rights and responsibilities. Read 

this entire document carefully to ensure proper configuration before use. Failure to read and follow the 

instructions and warnings in this document may result in product loss, serious injury to you, or damage to 

your aircraft. 

By using this product, you hereby signify that you have read this disclaimer carefully and that you 

understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions herein. You agree that you are solely 

responsible for your own conduct while using this product, and for any consequences thereof. You agree 

to use this product only for purposes that are proper and in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and 

regulations, including international and domestic airspace regulations, and all terms, precautions, practices, 

policies and guidelines OJI has made and may make available. You further understand and agree that your 

data including, but not limited to, flight telemetry data and operation records could be uploaded to and 

maintained on a DJI-designated server under certain circumstances. 

DJI accepts no liability for damage, injury or any legal responsibility incurred directly or indirectly from the 

use of this product. The user shall observe safe and lawful practices including, but not limited to, those set 

forth in these Safety Guidelines. 

FCC Compliance and Advisory 

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) 

this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, 

including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void 

the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement 

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This 

equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 em between the radiator and 

your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or 

transmitter. 

FCC Class B Information 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 

to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 

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interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency 

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference 

to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 

location. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by 

one or more of the following measures: 

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver; 

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; 

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio{TV technician for help; 

DJI hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant 

provisions of Directive 1995/5/EC. 

DJI reserves the right to update this disclaimer and the Safety Guidelines. Please visit www.dji.com and check your email 

periodically for the latest versiorl. This disclaimer is made in various language versions; in the event of divergence among 

different versions, the English version shall prevail. 

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Before You Begin 

The following documents have been produced to help you safely operate and make full use of your 

Phantom 3: 

In the Box 

Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Safety Guidelines and Disclaimer 

Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Intelligent Flight Battety Safety Guidelines 

Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced Quick Start Guide 

Phantom 3 Professional I Advanced User Manual 

Check all of the included parts listed in the Phantom 3 In the Box document and read the Phantom 3 Safety 

Guidelines before flight. Then prepare for your first flight by using the Phantom 3 Quick Start Guide and 

watching all of the tutorial videos on DJI's official website (http://www.dji.com). If you have questions, refer 

to the Phantom 3 User Manual in the DJI Pilot app or on DJI's official website for more comprehensive 

information. Make sure you fully understand the functionality of each individual part, the flight condition 

requirements, the key contingency warning functions/systems, and all government regulations before each 

flight. If you have any questions or problems during the assembly, maintenance or use of this product, 

please contact OJI or a OJI authorized dealer. 

Individual Parts 

Regarding Genuine and Functional Parts 

(&WARNING) 

To avoid component malfunction, serious injury, and property damage, observe the following rules: 

1) Use only genuine DJI parts or parts certified by DJI. Unauthorized parts or parts from non-DJI 

certified manufacturers may cause system malfunctions and compromise safety. 

2) Ensure there are no foreign objects (such as water, oil, soil, sand, etc.) inside of the aircraft or its 

components. 

3) Ensure the aircraft and its components- including but not limited to the remote controller, camera, 

gimbal, compass, propulsion system, and battery - are all in good working order, damage-free, 

and functioning well. Refer to the remaining sections in this document for more details on how to 

ensure the functionality of these components. 

Remote Controller 

( NOTICE ) 

1) Ensure the remote controller is fully charged before each flight. 

2) If the remote controller is powered on and has NOT been used for 5 minutes, it will sound an alert. After 10 

minutes it will automatically power off. Move the sticks or perform some other action to cancel the alert. 

3) Adjust the clamp of the mobile device holder to allow a firm grip on your mobile device. 

4) Ensure the mobile device holder is firmly in place and does not slip. 

5) Ensure the antennas of the remote controller are unfolded and adjusted to the proper position to achieve 

optimal transmission quality. 

6) Repair or replace the remote controller if damaged. A damaged remote controller antenna will greatly 

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decrease performance. 

7) Linking is required if you wish to replace your remote controller or receiver or add a new remote controller. 

Refer to the User Manual for details. 

Camera 

(CAUTION) 

To avoid possible serious injury and property damage, observe the following rule: 

I) Do NOT block any ventilation holes on the camera as the heat generated may hurt you and damage the 

device. 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Check camera settings before use to make sure you can adjust them to fit your needs. 

2) Test the camera by shooting a few test images and check that it is operating correctly before shooting 

important pictures or videos. 

3) Do NOT remove the micro-SO card from the camera when it is powered on. 

4) Photos or videos cannot be transmitted or copied from the camera if the Intelligent Flight Battery is 

powered off. 

5) Be sure to power off the Intelligent Flight Battery correctly, otherwise your camera parameters will NOT 

be saved and any recorded videos may be damaged. NOTE: Regardless of the reason, DJI will not be 

responsible for any failure of an image or video to be recorded or having been recorded in a way that is 

not machine readable. 

Gimbal 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Precision elements in the gimbal may be damaged in a collision or impact, which may cause the gimbal 

to function abnormally. 

2) Do NOT apply external force to the gimbal after the gimbal is powered on. 

3) Do NOT add any payloads to the gimbal, as this may cause the gimbal to function abnormally or even 

lead to motor damage. 

4) Remove the gimbal clamp before powering on the gimbal. Re-install the gimbal clamp to secure the 

gimbal's position if you are going to store the aircraft for an extended period. 

Compass 

(CAUTION) 

To avoid possible serious injury and property damage, observe the following rule: 

I) Land immediately when severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e., the aircraft does NOT fly in straight lines. 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Ensure the compass is calibrated before every flight. Failure to calibrate may lead to poor flight 

performance or a crash. 

2) Do NOT attempt to calibrate your compass where there is a chance of strong magnetic interference. 

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This includes areas where there are massive metal objects, parking structures, steel reinforcements 

underground, or under bridges. 

3) Do NOT carry ferromagnetic materials with you during calibration, such as keys or mobile phones. 

4) The compass should always be calibrated when moving from indoor spaces to outdoor spaces. 

5) If the rear LEOs show a solid red light, compass calibration has failed. Please recalibrate. 

6) After successful calibration, the compass may become abnormal when you place the aircraft on the 

ground. This may be because of underground magnetic interference. Move the aircraft to another location 

and try again. 

7) When to recalibrate 

a) When compass data is abnormal, and the Aircraft Status Indicator is blinking red and yellow. 

b) When flying in a new location, or a location that is different from your last flight. 

c) When the mechanical structure of the aircraft has changed, i.e. new mounting position of the compass. 

d) When severe drifting occurs in flight, i.e. the aircraft does NOT fly in straight lines. 

Propulsion Systems 

(ffi WARNING) 

To avoid serious injury to yourself or others, which may be caused by the rotating propellers 

and motors, observe the following rules: 

Propellers 

I) Do NOT use aged, chipped, or broken propellers. 

2) Always power off the aircraft before touching the propellers. 

3) Be aware of the sharp edges of the propellers when mounting or removing the propellers. Wear 

gloves or take other protective measures when touching the propellers. 

4) Whenever necessary, use tools (e.g., wrench, screwdriver, pliers, etc.) to remove or install the 

propellers. 

5) Ensure the propellers are securely mounted to prevent them from falling off the motors. 

6) Do NOT turn on the motors when propellers are mounted and there are other people or animals in 

the immediate vicinity. 

Motors 

I) Ensure the motors are securely mounted and rotating smoothly. 

2) Do NOT attempt to modify the structure of the motors. 

3) Do NOT touch or let your hands or body come in contact with the motors after flight as they may 

be hot. 

(CAUTION) 

To avoid possible serious injury and property damage, observe the following rules: 

I) Do NOT block any of the ventilation holes on the motors. 

2) Do NOT block any of the ventilation holes on the frame arm of the aircraft. 

( NOTICE ) 

Motors 

I) Keep the motors free of dust. 

2) If a motor is stuck and unable to rotate freely, execute the CSC (Combination Stick Command) to stop the 

motors immediately. 

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Electronic Speed Controllers 

1) Ensure the ESCs sound a normal tune when powered on. 

DJI Pilot App 

( NOTICE ) 

1) Be sure to fully charge your tablet or mobile device before launching the DJI Pilot app. A tablet is 

recommended for a better user experience. 

2) If you are using a phone as your mobile display device, be sure to continue flying safely when the phone 

receives an incoming call. Do NOT accept phone calls during flight. 

3) Read all prompted safety tips, warning messages, and disclaimers carefully. Be familiar with the related 

regulations in your area. You are solely responsible for being aware of all relevant regulations and flying in 

a way that is compliant. 

a) Read and understand the warning messages before using the Auto-take off and Auto-landing features. 

b) Read and understand the warning message and disclaimer before setting the altitude beyond the 

default limit. 

c) Read and understand the warning messages and disclaimer before switching between flight modes. 

4) Land your aircraft immediately if there is an alert shown on the app. 

5) Examine and check all warning messages on the checklist displayed in the app prior to each flight. 

6) Use the in-app simulator to practice your flight skills if you have never operated the aircraft or if you do not 

have sufficient experience to be comfortable operating the aircraft. 

7) Beginner Mode is enabled by default when you launch the DJI Pilot app for the first time. The aircraft's 

altitude and flight distance is restricted when flying in Beginner Mode. We recommend you fly in Beginner 

Mode to perfect your flight skills. Operate the actual aircraft only after you are confident that you have 

mastered adequate flight skills. 

8) Cache the map data of the area where you intend to fly the aircraft by connecting to the Internet before 

each flight. 

Firmware 

(&WARNING) 

To avoid serious injury to children and animals, observe the following rule: 

1) Keep children and animals at a safe distance during any firmware upgrade, system 

calibration, and parameter setting procedures. 

( NOTICE ) 

1) For safety, always update the firmware to the latest version when an upgrade notification is shown in the 

DJI Pilot app. 

2) Firmware upgrade notifications will prompt you to proceed with an update immediately or to update 

the firmware within three days. If you choose to ignore the current firmware update, you are required 

to accept the prompted disclaimer. You further understand and agree that the data including but not 

limited to flight telemetry data and user selection records may be uploaded to and maintained on a DJIdesignated server. 

3) Be sure to download the firmware package file from the official DJI website. Verify the firmware package 

file's integrity before upgrading. 

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4) Be sure to update the remote controller's firmware to the latest version after you update the aircraft's 

firmware. 

5) The remote controller may become unlinked from the aircraft after updating. Re-link the remote controller 

and aircraft. 

6) Be sure to check all connections and remove the propellers from the motors before performing the 

firmware update. 

7) Ensure there is only one firmware package file stored on your SO card. 

8) Only storage devices that are formatted for FAT32 and exFAT file systems are supported for aircraft and 

remote controller firmware updates. 

9) Delete any automatically generated . txt files on the SO card when updating multiple remote controllers. 

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Product Care 

Storage and Transportation 

(&WARNING) 

To avoid serious injury to children and animals, observe the following rule: 

I) Small parts, such as cables and straps, are dangerous if swallowed. Keep all parts out of reach of 

children and animals. 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Store the Intelligent Flight Battery and remote controller in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight 

to ensure the built-in LiPo battery does NOT overheat. Recommended storage temperature: between 

22°C and 28°C for storage periods of more than three months. Never store in environments outside the 

temperature range of -20°C to 45°C. 

2) Do NOT allow the camera to come into contact with, or become immersed in, water or other liquids. If it 

gets wet, wipe dry with a soft, absorbent cloth. Turning on an aircraft that has fallen into water may cause 

permanent component damage. Do NOT use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other 

flammable substances to clean or maintain the camera. Do NOT store the camera in humid or dusty 

areas. 

3) Do NOT connect this product to any USB interface that is older than version 2.0. Do NOT connect this 

product to any "power USB" or similar devices. 

Maintenance and Upkeep 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Check every part of the aircraft after any crash or violent impact. If you have any problems or questions, 

please contact a OJI authorized dealer. 

2) Regularly check the Battery Level Indicators to see the current battery level and overall battery life. When 

the battery life reaches 0%, it can no longer be used. 

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Flight Condition Requirements 

Weather Conditions and Surrounding Environment 

(&WARNING) 

The aircraft is designed to operate in good to moderate weather conditions. To avoid collision, serious 

injury and property damage, observe the following rules: 

i) Do NOT use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. These include wind speeds exceeding 10 m/s, 

snow, rain, smog, heavy wind, hail, lightning, tornadoes or hurricanes. 

2) Keep the aircraft at least 10 meters (30 feet) away from obstacles, people, animals, buildings, public 

infrastructure, trees, and bodies of water when in flight. Stay even further away from the above 

objects as your altitude increases. 

3) Be EXTRA cautious when operating the aircraft indoors. 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Aircraft and battery performance is subject to environmental factors such as air density and temperature. 

a) Be very careful when flying 20,000 feet (6,000 meters) or more above sea level as battery and aircraft 

performance may be reduced. 

2) Do NOT use the aircraft near accidents, fire, explosions, floods, tsunamis, avalanches, landslides, 

earthquakes, dust, or sandstorms. 

Interference with Flight Controller, Communications, and Positioning Systems 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Fly in open areas. Tall buildings or steel structures may affect the accuracy of the on-bomd compass and 

block the GPS signal. 

2) Avoid interference between the remote controller and other wireless equipment. Make sure to turn off the 

Wi-Fi on your mobile device. 

3) Do NOT fly near areas with magnetic or radio interference. These include but are f\JOT limited to: high 

voltage lines, large scale power transmission stations or mobile base stations and broadcasting towers. 

Failing to do so may compromise the transmission quality of this product or cause remote controller and 

video transmission errors which may affect flight orientation and location accuracy. The aircraft may 

behave abnormally or go out of control in areas with too much interference. 

Operating the Aircraft Responsibly 

(&WARNING) 

To avoid serious injury and property damage, observe the following rules: 

I) Make sure you are NOT drunk, taking drugs, under the influence of anesthesia, or suffering from 

dizziness, fatigue, nausea or any other conditions, whether physical or mental, that could impair 

your ability to operate the aircraft safely. 

2) Do NOT perform the Combination Stick Commands when aircraft is in midair, otherwise the motors 

will stop. 

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3) Upon landing, power off the aircraft first, then switch off the remote controller. 

4) Do NOT drop, launch, fire or otherwise project any dangerous payloads on or at any buildings, 

persons or animals, or which could cause personal injury or property damage. 

( NOTICE ) 

1) Make sure you have been sufficiently trained and are fully aware of any contingency plans before 

accidents happen. 

2) Make sure you have a flight plan and never fly the aircraft recklessly. 

3) Respect the privacy of others when using the camera. Make sure you comply with local privacy laws, 

regulations, and moral standards. 

4) Do NOT use this product for any reason other than general personal use. Do NOT use it for any illegal or 

inappropriate purpose (such as spying, military operations, or unauthorized investigations). 

5) Do NOT use this product to defame, abuse, harass, stalk, threaten or otherwise violate the legal rights (such 

as the right of privacy and publicity) of others. 

6) Do NOT trespass into private property of others. 

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Flight Modes, Functions and Warnings 

Flight Modes 

(&WARNING) 

To avoid serious injury and property damage, observe the following rule: 

1) Do NOT switch from P mode to either A mode or F mode unless you are sufficiently familiar with 

the aircraft's behavior for each flight mode, since disabling GPS may result in being unable to land 

the aircraft safely. 

( NOTICE ) 

P mode is preferred for most flying scenarios. Users can switch to A mode where and when P mode is 

unavailable. Be aware that some features are NOT available for A mode, and therefore be EXTRA cautious 

when flying in A mode. 

1) P mode (Positioning): P mode works best when the GPS signal is strong. There are three different states 

of P mode, which will be automatically selected by the Phantom 3 depending on GPS signal strength and 

Vision Positioning sensors: 

a) P-GPS: GPS and Vision Positioning are both available, and the aircraft is using GPS for positioning. 

b) P-OPTI: If GPS is NOT available, the aircraft will use the Vision Positioning System to hover accurately. 

Note that the Vision Positioning System may NOT work properly when the Phantom 3 is flying over 

water, over surfaces without a clear pattern, or in a low light environment. 

c) P-ATII: When neither GPS nor Vision Positioning is available, the aircraft is using only its barometer for 

positioning, so only altitude is controlled. 

2) A mode (Attitude): The GPS and Vision Positioning System are NOT used for positioning. The aircraft only 

uses its barometer to maintain altitude. If it is still receiving a GPS signal, the aircraft can automatically 

return home if the Remote Controller signal is lost and if the Home Point has been recorded successfully. 

3) F mode (Function): Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC) is activated in this mode. Ensure you are familiar 

with IOC functions before use. 

If you intend to switch to modes that disable GPS assistance (e.g., A mode), you are required to accept the 

prompted disclaimer to enable this function. If this function is enabled, you further understand and agree 

that data including but not limited to flight telemetry data and function records could be uploaded to and 

maintained on a DJI designated server. 

Failsafe and Return to Home 

( NOTICE ) 

1) The Return to Home feature will NOT work if the GPS signal is insufficient or if GPS is not active. 

2) Press the RTH (Return to Home) Button on the remote controller to bring the aircraft back to the Home 

Point instead of turning off the remote controller. 

3) Tall buildings may adversely affect the Failsafe function. Please adjust the aircraft location, altitude and 

speed while returning home to avoid obstacles. 

4) Make sure to always fly the aircraft within the transmission range of the remote controller. 

5) Only use the Failsafe and Return to Home functions in case of emergency, as they may be affected by the 

weather, the environment, or any nearby magnetic fields. 

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6) The aircraft cannot avoid obstacles during the Failsafe RTH; therefore it is important to set an appropriate 

Failsafe altitude before each flight. 

7) When flying indoors, the aircraft cannot perform precision hovering when flying above the surfaces that do 

not have a clear pattern. Refer to the "Vision Positioning System" section for complete indoor flying criteria. 

Low Battery 

( NOTICE ) 

1) When the Critical Battery Level Warning activates and the ait·cmft is descending automatically, you may 

push the throttle up to maintain the aircraft's altitude and navigate it to a more appropriate location for 

landing. 

2) When battery warnings are triggered, promptly bring the aircraft back to the Home Point or land to avoid 

losing power during flight and causing damage to the aircraft, property, animals, and people. 

Vision Positioning System 

( NOTICE ) 

1) The Vision Positioning System cannot work properly over surfaces that do NOT have pattern variations. 

The effective altitude for the Vision Positioning System to function correctly is less than 2.5 meters above 

ground level (AGL). 

2) The Vision Positioning System may NOT function properly when the aircraft is flying over water. 

3) Keep your pets away from the aircraft when the Vision Positioning System is activated, as the sonar 

sensors emit a high frequency sound that is only audible to some pets. 

4) Note that the Vision Positioning System may NOT function properly when the aircraft is flying too fast or too 

low. 

5) Operate the aircraft cautiously when in any of the following situations: 

a) Flying over monochrome surfaces (e.g., pure black, pure white, pure red, pure green). 

b) Flying over highly reflective surfaces; 

c) Flying at high speeds (over Bm/s at 2 meters or over 4m/s at 1 meter); 

d) Flying over water or tmnsparent surfaces; 

e) Flying over moving surfaces or objects; 

f) Flying in an area where the lighting changes frequently or drastically; 

g) Flying over extremely dark (lux< 10) or bright (lux> 10,000) surfaces; 

h) Flying over surfaces that can absorb sound waves (e.g., thick carpet). 

i) Flying over surfaces without clear patterns or texture; 

j) Flying over surfaces with identical repeating patterns or textures (e.g. tiles with same design); 

k) Flying over inclined surfaces that will deflect sound waves away from the aircraft 

6) In the event of loss of the remote controller's signal, the aircraft will hover for 8 seconds and then auto-land 

if it is in "P" mode. 

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Compliance with Regulations & No-Fly Zones 

Regulations 

(&WARNING) 

To avoid non-compliant behavior, serious injury and property damage, observe the following rules: 

I) Do NOT operate in the vicinity of manned aircraft, regardless of altitude. (Land immediately if 

necessary) 

2) Do NOT fly the aircraft in densely populated areas, including cities, sporting events, exhibitions, 

performances, etc. 

3) Do NOT fly the aircraft above the authorized altitude. Remain well clear of and do NOT interfere 

with manned aircraft operations. Be aware of and avoid other aircraft and obstacles at all times. 

(CAUTION) 

To avoid non-compliant behavior, serious injury and property damage, observe the following rules: 

I) Do NOT fly the aircraft within, near, or otherwise inside no-fly zones specified by local laws and 

regulations. The no-fly zone list includes: airports, borders between two sovereign countries or regions, 

major cities, etc., and is continuously updated. 

2) Do NOT fly the aircraft above the authorized altitude 

3) ALWAYS keep your aircraft within visual line of sight (VLOS), and use an observer to assist if needed. 

4) NEVER use the aircraft to carry illegal or dangerous goods/payloads. 

( NOTICE ) 

I) Make sure you understand the nature/type of your flight operation (such as for recreation, for public use, or for 

commercial use) and have obtained corresponding approval and clearance from the related government 

agencies before flight. Consult with your local regulators for comprehensive definitions and specific 

requirements. For users operating their aircraft in the United States, please first visit http://www. 

knowbeforeyoufly.org/ and take action appropriate to your circumstances. 

2) Please note that remote controlled aircraft may be banned from conducting commercial activities in 

certain countries and regions. 

3) Do NOT fly around sensitive infrastructure or property such as power stations, water treatment facilities, 

correctional facilities, heavily traveled roadways, government facilities, military zones, etc. 

4) Respect the privacy of others when using the camera. Do NOT conduct surveillance operations such 

as image capture or video recording on any person, entity, event, performance, exhibition, and property 

without authorization or where there is an expectation of privacy, even if the image or video is captured for 

personal use. 

5) Please be advised that in certain areas, the recording of images and videos from events, performances, 

exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera may contravene copyright or other legal 

rights, even if the image or video was shot for personal use. In addition, aircraft are banned from 

conducting commercial activities in certain countries and regions. Check and follow all local laws and 

ordinances before flying as those rules may differ from those stated here. 

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No-Fly Zones 

( NOTICE ) 

OJI always stresses safety during flight, and has tllerefore developed various aids to help users comply with 

local rules and regulations while flying. We strongly recommend that you update the firmware to the latest 

version to ensure the the following features are fully updated: 

No-Fly Zones 

1) No-Fly Zones include but are not limited to major airports around world, borders between two sovereign 

countries or regions, major cities/regions, etc. 

2) The complete list of No-Fly Zones is listed on the official OJI website at http://flysafe.dji.com/no-fly and is 

subject to periodic updates in line with the latest regulatory requirements without prior notice. 

3) Some No-Fly Zones are comprised of several zones. Each zone features circles of various sizes. The 

aircraft will NOT be able to take off in the inner most zone of the No-Fly Zone, and will descend to the 

specified altitude when it approaches the edge of the inner most zone. Ground station functionality is 

disabled when the aircraft is within a No-Fly Zone. 

4) Users are NOT able to set up waypoints within No-Fly Zones. 

Altitude Limit 

I) Fly NO higher than 120 meters (400 feet) above ground level and stay away from any surrounding 

obstacles. 

If you intend to fly above the default altitude limit, you are required to accept the prompted disclaimer to 

enable the new altitude limit. If a new altitude limit is set, you further understand and agree that data including 

but not limited to flight telemetry data and altitude limit changes could be uploaded to and maintained on a 

DJI-designated server.