United States Department of Transportation Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Docket Management System

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE

West Building Ground Floor Room W12-140

Washington, DC 20590

Re: Exemption Request Pursuant To Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act of 2012

Dear Sir Or Madam:

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (the “Reform Act”) and 14 

C.F.R. Part 11, REDLine Aerospace, LLC seeks an exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations 

(“FARs”) detailed below for the following described Unmanned Aerial System.

REDLines goal is to provide a professional unmanned solution for aerial cinema and commercial work. 

1. Concept of Operation – REDLine Aerospace LLC (hereafter REDLine) will be conducting UAS 

operations in the following basic manner:

1.1. REDLine is currently working with Direct Cinema Limited’s documentary film on the 

diminishing Orca whale population. Participation with related scientific organizations could 

include: Scripps Institution of Oceanography UC San Diego. SeaWorld Parks San Diego and the 

Vancouver Aquarium. (Canada BC). 

1.2. A three-person team trained by REDLine under a proprietary Commercial Pilot & Safety 

Observer program will operate one or more of the following: Cinestar X8, Steadidrone Mavrik, 

and/or DJI T600 Inspire 1 unmanned aircraft. The airframe will initially utilize a lightweight 

Sony a7S camera as the mission payload, stock camera (such as the one included on the DJI 

T600), and/or professional-grade cinema cameras. The crew positions are: 

1.2.1. Pilot in Command (a qualified REDLine Pilot) in charge of all aircraft operations and 

maneuvers. The PIC will brief and retain all final mission and safety decision making 

responsibilities. 

1.2.2. Safety Observer (a qualified REDLine Pilot) will be on discrete frequency hand-held radios 

and/or within ‘speaking’ distance of the PIC at all times. The Safety Observer will provide 

area of operations (AOO) situational awareness to include inclement weather and/or area 

traffic, as well advise of any potential flight conflicts. Positive (2-way) communication will 

be established prior to takeoff and maintained at all times an aircraft is airborne. 

1.2.3. Payload Specialist (a REDLine qualified technician or person designated as an ASC, DP or 

camera-operator on an insured project) will operate a mission-specific payload, which will 

initially include a cinema-grade digital film camera with professional lensing and 2 or 3-

axis control. The payload specialist will be within speaking distance of the PIC at all times. 

1.2.4. This separation of specific duties allows the PIC and Safety Observer to focus on flight 

safety while operating under pre-briefed mission parameters with sound decision making to 

build maximum situational awareness. Crew Resource Management (CRM) is taught, 

briefed and debriefed. See REDLine CRM program letter. 

1.3. REDLine missions will be primarily over open water to observe marine life. Over-land 

missions will take place in areas designated as an operating area by signs, placards and/or 

electronic notices. Sea and land operations will be scheduled not less than 72 hours in advance, 

and: 

1.3.1. All REDLine missions with new or significantly altered or proprietary REDLine equipment 

will be first conducted over an open, privately owned land area prior to any commercial 

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operations in accordance with FAA Advisory Circular 91-57, Model Aircraft Operating 

Standards. 

1.3.2. All REDLine mission pilots will practice and execute normal and emergency procedures 

during training flights before commercial operations.

1.3.2.1. REDLine Syllabus (Attachment B) specifies Profile 1 which includes a selection of 

normal and other than normal flight operations. 

1.3.2.2. Pilots are trained to identify and operate under NORMAL, EARLY RETURN and 

EMERGENCY conditions. 

1.3.2.2.1. Simulation will be used to the maximum extent available. 

1.3.2.2.2. Actual flight will be used to train and practice when feasible.

1.4. REDLine mission will recover aircraft to both safe land based areas and REDLine approved ship 

flight decks. 

1.4.1. REDLine will log and maintain a proprietary ‘flight deck’ takeoff and landing currency to 

include manual line-of-sight flight operations in lieu of software or GPS-reliant “return-tohome” technology. 

1.4.2. REDLine will track all FOD and/or report “Dropped Objects” not collected and/or 

accounted for. 

1.4.3. REDLine will make every reasonable effort to maximize flight safety for sea and land 

operating areas, to include proprietary and/or aircraft-specific modifications such as: 

1.4.3.1. Emergency hydro-activated flotation devices for over-water flights to preclude loss of 

craft and/or potential hazard to marine life. 

1.4.3.2. Emergency hydro-activated independent lighting. 

1.4.3.3. Emergency parachute(s) for over-land operations in the event of power or system 

failure for larger craft.

1.4.3.4. Alert siren or tone as a warning beforehand to alert those in the area of the impending 

operations as way to see and avoid a potential hazard. 

1.4.3.5. Emergency siren or tone as a warning if aircraft is operating under other than normal 

conditions. For example, the emergency siren would sound for an early return due to 

a bad battery or power cell. 

2. The Unmanned Aircraft System – REDLine will own and operate one or more of the following 

“off-the-shelf” proven aircraft systems, configurations and associated mobile ground stations with a 

mission payload not to exceed 85% of the maximum takeoff weight (MTOW):

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DJI T600 Inspire 1 SteadiDrone “Mavrik" Freefly Cinestar X8

2.1 System T600 User Manual Link Mavrik User Manual Link CineStar 8

2.2 Primary Method of 

Aircraft Control

Futaba-style Line of Sight 

Hand-Held Radio Control 

with GPS

Futaba-style Line of Sight 

Hand-Held Radio Control 

with GPS

Futaba-style Line of Sight 

Hand-Held Radio Control 

with GPS

2.3 Registration 

Number(s)

T600 Manufacturer 

Specifcations - Link

Mavrik Manufacturer 

Specifications - Link

CineStar Seller 

Specifications - Link

2.4 Propulsion 4 Brushless Electric 

Motors

4/8 MT4008 KV600 

Brushless Electric Motors

8 MN4012 KV480 

Brushless Electric Motors

2.5 Power Supply 

(approx. 18-35 minute flight)

TB48 5700 mAh 22.8V 

LiPo 6S 670g

8000 mAh Lipo 4S 16.8V 

(4.2V per cell) 10,000 mAh Lipo 6S

2.6 Nominal Weight 2,935 g / 6.47 lb 2,200 g / 4.85 lb 3050 g / 6.72 lb

 2.6.1 Maximum Take Off 

Weight (MTOW)

3200 g / 7.06 lb (based on 

DJI Forum, not MFR spec) 2,800 g / 6.17 lb 5445 g / 12 lb

2.7 Width/ Length /Height 438 x 451 x 301 mm 777 x 500 x 205 mm 1,000 x 900 x 350 mm

2.8 Maximum speed 22 m/s ATTI no wind 15 m/s assumed 12 m/s assumed

2.9 Navigation capability RF, GPS and Vision 

Positioning System (VPS)

RF, GPS by 3DR 

Systems “Pixhawk” w/ 

Advanced GPS features

RF, GPS by MikroKopter

2.10 Command & Control 

Telemetry (basic 

description)

Radio Controller 

5.728~5.850 GHz

2.400~2.483 GHz to 2km

16 Channel

Radio Controller

2.400~2.483 GHz

9 Channel

Radio Controller

2.400~2.483 GHz

2.11 Camera and Gimbal X3 FC350 on ZenMuse 

X3 9W / 11W in motion

Sony a7S on AlexMos 

gimbal by Basecam 

Electronics

Sony a7S on M5 gimbal 

by Movi

 2.11.1 Camera Weight included in T/O weight 489 g / 1.1 lb (no lens) 489 g / 1.1 lb (no lens)

 2.11.2 Gimbal Weight included in T/O weight included in T/O weight 2,200 g + 125 g / 5.13 lb

 2.11.3 Communication Wi-Fi / RF to Ground Wi-Fi / RF to Ground Wi-Fi / RF to Ground

 2.11.4 Integration X3 is the DJI-supplied 

camera w T600 purchase

Camera size based on 

Manufacturer Suggestion

FreeFly systems make 

CineStar 8 and Movi M5

2.12 Safety Features No fly zone feature hardprogrammed in w GPSLiPo Alarm Checker Flight Simulation 

Software

2.13 Maintenance / 

Repair As per Manufacturer As per Manufacturer As per Manufacturer

 2.13.1 Software or 

Hardware Updates and 

Upgrades

REDLine will upgrade 

based on DJI updates 

and

T600 User Manual Link

REDLine will maintain 

and upgrade based on 

manufacturer updates 

and User Manual updates

REDLine will maintain 

and upgrade based on 

manufacturer updates

 2.13.2 RF Additional 

Information

10dBm@900m, 

13dBm@5.8G, 

20dBm@2.4G

n/a n/a

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2.13. Lost Link – REDLine aircraft will be programmed to fly to a location designated by the Pilot in 

Command as a “Safe Zone” and/or uninhabited location. 

2.13.1.REDLine PIC will first attempt to regain command link. 

2.13.2. A “Safe Zone” is a designated landing site that has been pre-briefed and announced by the 

Pilot in Command to mitigate potential damage to Participants and Non-Participants alike. 

2.13.3. While operating from a mobile operating location such as onboard a ship or craft, or at 

sea, aircraft logic will be programmed to return to the last known GPS-based coordinates 

and hover at low altitude until power is depleted. 

2.14. Oceanic Ditching – REDLine will recover an aircraft immediately upon indication of any safety, 

power or maintenance issues. If it becomes imminent that a safe recovery cannot be made, the 

Pilot in Command, assisted by the Safety Observer, will visually clear a place to ditch the 

aircraft as softly as possible.

2.14.1. The Pilot in Command will announce the intention to ditch and receive an all-clear call 

from the Safety Observer and Payload Specialist as time and conditions permit. Once the 

craft sets down, every reasonable attempt will be made to safely recover the downed craft. 

A report shall be made and submitted to the servicing Coast Guard and/or FSS in less than 

24 hours in the event a craft is lost.

2.14.2. Over land, external photographic and video systems will be used to document the landing 

site when possible. 

3. Unmanned Aircraft PIC – REDLine will be using the highest levels of manned and unmanned pilots 

to accomplish our missions. REDLine has a minimum qualification of a commercial pilot rating for 

all pilots.

3.1. PIC qualifications (directly in control) 

3.1.1. All REDLine pilots will hold a commercial multi-engine aircraft rating. 

3.1.2. All REDLine pilots will be current and qualified as Pilot in Command / Primary in a 

military or civilian aircraft with a DoD Military Physical and/or civilian Class II medical. 

3.1.3. All REDLine pilots operating RPA/UAS as Pilot in Command will have a minimum of 500 

flight hours to include any the following: 

3.1.3.1. DoD, CBP, DHS or NASA Remotely Piloted Aircraft - 300 Hours Minimum 

3.1.3.2. DoD, CBP, DHS or NASA Manned Aircraft (Fixed Wing or Rotary) - 300 Hours 

Minimum 

3.1.3.3. Instructor Pilot (DoD, NASA, or FAA CFI) (Manned or RPA Aircraft) - 150 Hours 

Minimum 

3.1.4. All REDLine pilots will be qualified in both PIC and Safety Observer positions.

3.1.4.1. REDLine PIC and SO will follow a proprietary training syllabus to become qualified 

as Commercial PIC and SO, able to accomplish flights over land or at sea.

3.1.5. All REDLine pilots will maintain aerial platform currency in accordance with REDLine 

qualification guidelines: 

3.1.5.1. Currency is defined as 3 sorties per month plus 9 sorties over a 3 month look-back to 

include: 

3.1.5.1.1. One Emergency Procedures scenario taken to a logical conclusion. 

3.1.5.1.2. One Emergency Procedures practice session within 30 days of the flight taking 

place. 

3.1.5.1.2.1. Computer simulation will be used to the maximum extent possible. 

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3.1.5.1.2.2. Real world EP flying will not deviate from safe operating parameters. 

3.1.5.1.3. One Local Area Procedures Instructional Session before each new geographic 

location and within 30 days of the flight taking place. 

4. UAS Operation Parameters 

4.1. REDLine is based in Nevada, and will initially fly the training syllabus (Attachment B) in 

uninhabited privately owned areas near Henderson, NV for initial training and equipment 

validation. 

4.1.1. Validation is REDLine’s method to ensure off-the-shelf products (specifically flight 

stabilization, software, video capture and transmission devices and new equipment) are 

working as per manufacturer specifications, and not considered experimental. 

4.1.2. Training and Validation flights will be Day, VMC, and outside of any flight corridors, away 

from communications or power transmission lines, and outside of 5 miles from any airport. 

4.2. REDLine will operate missions initially over the Pacific Ocean and coordinate with specific 

FSDO’s for times and airspace permission if required. 

4.2.1. All commercial operations will be communicated to the appropriate FSDO not less than 72 

hours in advance. 

4.2.2. All commercial operations will include a review of Federal or Official Advisories and/or 

NOTAMS which shall be formally briefed before each flight or flying window. 

4.2.2.1. A Flying Window can include one or more flights within the same area provided there 

is not a change in PIC and Safety Officer, weather or payload mission. 

4.3. Overall Risk Mitigation Plan - Every effort will be made to Preserve human life. Preserve animal 

life, avoid intrusion to natural surroundings and any man-made property. REDLine will do this 

through a combination of flight discipline, expertise and programs to mitigate risk. 

4.3.1.Flight Discipline - Commercial and Private Operations will be clearly briefed, flown and 

de-briefed to include lessons learned, reasonable improvements, and future risk 

identification. 

4.3.2. Expertise - All crews will fly known parameters and shall not exceed identified operating 

limitations set by the manufacturer. Crews will be confident and knowledgeable with the 

systems they are operating, to include passing a REDLine internally approved test before 

being checked out in the system. 

4.3.2.1. Defined aircrew responsibilities are briefed and documented before a crews’ first 

flight. 

4.3.3. Programs - All REDLine aircrew will be professionally trained in each of the following 

areas to maximize flight safety and mitigate flight risk. 

4.3.3.1. Crew Resource Management - All crew members will be educated, briefed and 

debriefed on CRM. 

4.3.3.2. Local Area Orientation - All aircrew will be provided reference charts to study and 

reference before flying to determine any potential hazards to flight (e.g. location and 

height of obstacles, populated areas), to help mitigate potential pattern conflicts, or 

excessive disruption of wildlife habitats. The orientation shall include familiarization 

of pre-determined alternate landing sites to be used in the event of a “lost link” 

contingency or other degraded system operations that would preclude landing at the 

primary takeoff/landing site. 

4.3.3.3. Weather - All Aircrew have been extensively trained in weather. REDLine further 

trains aircrew under a proprietary syllabus (Attachment B) to, at a basic level, identify 

weather trends and conditions that effect smaller RPA systems. Any aircrew member 

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may terminate a mission for actual or predicted weather phenomena which prevent a 

safe flight. 

4.3.3.4. Operational Risk Management Program - An assessment of personal and mission 

risks will be tallied to deliver an overall GO or NO-GO for each period / day of flight. 

See REDLine ORM Policy letter. 

4.4. REDLine will conduct all operations in accordance with 14 CFR 91.119 Minimum Safe 

Altitudes: General 

4.5. REDLine will conduct all operations under day visual flight rules 

4.5.1. Flights, with proper aircraft lighting or marking, may include civil twilight. 

5. Public Interest 

5.1. REDLine commercial operations are in the highest Public Interest. Initial operations are being 

conducted by professional aviators with extensive manned and unmanned experience. 

5.2. REDLine innovations will help reduce or negate petroleum-based aviation’s current impact on 

marine life by using smaller, lighter, more efficient and far quieter electrically-powered systems.

5.2.1.Utilization of substantially lighter, emission-free unmanned aircraft represents a significant 

improvement over manned observation from boats, helicopters or aircraft. 

5.2.1.1. Small unmanned aircraft are less intrusive than traditional aircraft or helicopters. 

5.2.1.2. Noise pollution is minimized. 

5.2.1.2.1. A small drone at 1 meter emits 82-85 dB as compared to helicopter emitting 

100 dB at 100’. (Source: FAS, Purdue) 

5.2.1.3. Oil/fuel residuals are ‘zero’ for electric operations. 

5.2.1.4. Small unmanned aircraft are a significantly lesser risk compared to manned 

operations in the unlikely event of an unplanned landing. 

5.2.1.4.1. Illuminated automatic flotation devices, attached to each aircraft, reduce the 

potential for lost aircraft. 

5.2.1.4.2. Aircraft systems are secured to prevent lost or dropped objects. 

5.3. REDLine is working with leading scientific and research organizations who advise and approve 

of RPA aviation as a platform to aid in scientific and documentary film work.

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The following is a list of specific regulations that REDLine seeks relief from and/or describes how the 

regulation will be satisfied through REDLine RPA aviation operations:

• Section 21.185 prescribes, in pertinent part, the procedural requirements for issuing and changing 

design approvals, production approvals, airworthiness certificates, and airworthiness approvals. 

✓ REDLine will not be seeking certification while providing an equivalent level of safety via 

REDLine maintenance, operation procedures and policies. 

• Section 45.23(b) prescribes, in pertinent part, that when marks include only the Roman capital letter 

“N” and the registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light- sport category aircraft or 

experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the operator must also display on that aircraft near 

each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 

inches high, the words “limited,” “restricted,” “light-sport,” “experimental,” or “provisional,” as 

applicable. 

✓ REDLine will is not seeking 21.185 certification and therefore also seeking exemption to 

aircraft marking IAW section 45.23(b) 

• Section 61.113(a) and (b) prescribes that— 

(a) no person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command of an aircraft 

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

compensation or hire, act as pilot in command of an aircraft. 

(b) a private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as pilot in command of an aircraft in 

connection with any business or employment if: 

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

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

✓ REDLine pilots maintain appropriate aeronautical rating, training and experience and seek 

exemption to carry property in a commercial capacity for compensation or hire on board RPA 

• Section 91.7(a) prescribes, in pertinent part, that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in 

an airworthy condition. 

✓ REDLine will not be seeking certification while providing an equivalent level of safety 

via REDLine maintenance, operation procedures and policies. 

• Section 91.9(b)(2) prohibits operation of U.S.-registered civil aircraft unless there is available in the 

aircraft a current approved Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, 

markings, and placards, or any combination thereof. 

✓ REDLine will ensure all relevant material be kept accessible to the PIC in compliance 

with 

• Section 91.103 prescribes, in pertinent part, that each pilot in command shall, before beginning a 

flight, become familiar with all available information concerning that flight, to include— 

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

forecasts, fuel requirements, alternatives available if the planned flight cannot be completed, 

and any known traffic delays of which the pilot in command has been advised by ATC; 

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

landing distance information: 

(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)(1) of this section, 

other reliable information appropriate to the aircraft, relating to aircraft performance 

under expected values of airport elevation and runway slope, aircraft gross weight, 

and wind and temperature. 

✓ REDLine will comply with 91.103 (information available immediately to the PIC and Safety 

Observer 

• Section 91.109 prescribes, in pertinent part, that no person may operate a civil aircraft (except a 

manned free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that aircraft has fully functioning 

dual controls. 

✓ REDLine will adhere to 91.109. Flight instruction will be on private land property to the 

maximum extent possible IAW with REDLine qualification policy. 

• Section 91.119 prescribes that, except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no person may 

operate an aircraft below the following altitudes:

(a) Anywhere. An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency 

landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface.

(b) Over congested areas. Over any congested area of a city, town, or settlement, or 

over any open air assembly of persons, an altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest 

obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft.

(c) Over other than congested areas. An altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except 

over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft may not be 

operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure.

(d) Helicopters, powered parachutes, and weight-shift-control aircraft. If the 

operation is conducted without hazard to persons or property on the surface—

(1)A helicopter may be operated at less than the minimums prescribed in 

paragraph (b) or (c) of this section, provided each person operating the 

helicopter complies with any routes or altitudes specifically prescribed for 

helicopters by the FAA; and

(2) A powered parachute or weight-shift-control aircraft may be operated at 

less than the minimums prescribed in paragraph (c) of this section. 

✓ REDLine seeks exemption from 91.119 for RPA systems that are in use for commercial 

purposes. Commercial RPA flights will be made without undue hazard to persons or 

property on the surface. 

• Section 91.121 requires, in pertinent part, each person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising 

altitude by reference to an altimeter that is set “to the elevation of the departure airport or an 

appropriate altimeter setting available before departure.” 

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✓ REDLine will fly aircraft and follow manufactured altitude monitoring guidelines backed 

up by safety observer visual clearing. 

• Section 91.151(a) prescribes that no person may 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, assuming normal cruising speed, (1) during the day, to fly after that for at 

least 30 minutes; or (2) At night, to fly after that for at least 45 minutes. 

✓ REDLine will fly aircraft within described battery limitations. Prior to flight the PIC shall 

determine a minimum battery level/life required for normal return and landing (i.e. a “bingo” 

battery level). At pre-briefed time intervals all crew members shall determine battery level/

life and verbally confirm it. On-board warnings and alerts may be used to augment crew 

situational awareness. 

• Section 91.203(a) prohibits, in pertinent part, any person from operating a civil aircraft unless it has 

within it (1) an appropriate and current airworthiness certificate; and (2) an effective U.S. registration 

certificate issued to its owner or, for operation within the United States, the second copy of the 

Aircraft Registration Application as provided for in § 47.31(c). 

✓ REDLine will not be seeking certification while providing an equivalent level of safety via 

REDLine maintenance and operation procedures and policies. Maintenance and operational 

capability will be based on manufacturers and system suppliers recommendations as well as 

practical REDLine aviation knowledge. 

• Section 91.203(b) prescribes, in pertinent part, that no person may operate a civil aircraft unless the 

airworthiness certificate or a special flight authorization issued under § 91.715 is displayed at the 

cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. 

✓ REDLine will not be seeking certification while providing an equivalent level of safety via 

REDLine maintenance and operation procedures and policies. 

• Section 91.405(a) requires, in pertinent part, that an aircraft operator or owner shall have that aircraft 

inspected as prescribed in subpart E of the same part and shall, between required inspections, except 

as provided in paragraph (c) of the same section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 

of the chapter. Section 91.407(a)(1) prohibits, in pertinent part, any person from operating an aircraft 

that has undergone maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless it has been 

approved for return to service by a person authorized under § 43.7 of the same chapter. 

✓ REDLine will follow manufacturer provided information and internal maintenance policy 

and safety. 

• Section 91.407(a)(1) prohibits, in pertinent part, any person from operating an aircraft that has 

undergone maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless it has been approved 

for return to service by a person authorized under § 43.7 of the same chapter. 

✓ REDLine will follow manufacturer provided information and internal maintenance policy 

and safety. 

• Section 91.409(a)(2) prescribes, in pertinent part, that no person may operate an aircraft unless, 

within the preceding 12 calendar months, it has had an inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness 

certificate in accordance with part 21 of this chapter. 

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✓ REDLine will follow manufacturer provided information and internal maintenance policy 

and safety. 

• Section 91.417(a) and (b) prescribes, in pertinent part, that— 

(a) Each registered owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods 

specified in paragraph (b) of this section: 

(1) Records of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration and records 

of the 100-hour, annual, progressive, and other required or approved inspections, as 

appropriate, for each aircraft (including the airframe) and each engine, propeller, 

rotor, and appliance of an aircraft. The records must include— 

(i) A description (or reference to data acceptable to the Administrator) of the 

work performed; and 

(ii) The date of completion of the work performed; and 

(iii) The signature, and certificate number of the person approving the aircraft 

for return to service. 

(2) Records containing the following information: 

(i) The total time in service of the airframe, each engine, each propeller, and 

each rotor. 

(ii) The current status of life-limited parts of each airframe, engine, propeller, 

rotor, and appliance. 

(iii) The time since last overhaul of all items installed on the aircraft which 

are required to be overhauled on a specified time basis. 

(iv) The current inspection status of the aircraft, including the time since the 

last inspection required by the inspection program under which the aircraft 

and its appliances are maintained. 

(v) The current status of applicable airworthiness directives (AD) and safety 

directives including, for each, the method of compliance, the AD or safety 

directive number and revision date. If the AD or safety directive involves 

recurring action, the time and date when the next action is required. 

(vi) Copies of the forms prescribed by § 43.9(d) of this chapter for each 

major alteration to the airframe and currently installed engines, rotors, 

propellers, and appliances. 

(b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods prescribed: 

(1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(1) of this section shall be retained until the 

work is repeated or superseded by other work or for 1 year after the work is 

performed. 

(2) The records specified in paragraph (a)(2) of this section shall be retained and 

transferred with the aircraft at the time the aircraft is sold. 

(3) A list of defects furnished to a registered owner or operator under § 43.11 of this 

chapter shall be retained until the defects are repaired and the aircraft is approved for 

return to service. 

✓ REDLine will follow manufacturer or supplier provided information and internal 

maintenance policy and safety.

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ATTACHED DOCUMENTS:

REDLine A Business Talking Points * 

REDLine B Commercial Pilot and Safety Observer Training Program * 

REDLine C Commercial Aircrew and Support Qualification Program * 

REDLine D Common GPS Checklist 

REDLine E Operational Risk Management Program * 

REDLine F RPA Operations Safety 

REDLine G Knowledge Test System 03 

REDLine H Proposed Fleet (Table 2.1 through 2.13.2 shown earlier in this product)

* Proprietary REDLine Aerospace LLC Information, Process or IP 2015

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