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August 7, 2015

Jonathan Murlowski

Professional UAS Operator

P.O. Box 120041

New Brighton, MN 55112

U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations

West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE

Washington, DC 20590

RE: Request for exemption under Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of

2012 and 14 CFR Part 11

Petitioner, Jonathan Murlowski, seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 CFR 21 subpart H; 14 CFR 

61.113(a) & (b); 14 CFR 91.7(a); 14 CFR 91.9(b)(2); 14 CFR 91.103; 14 CFR 91.119(c); 14 CFR 91.121; 

14 CFR 91.151(b); 14 CFR 91.203(a) & (b); 14 CFR 91.405(a); 14 CFR 91.407(a)(1); 14 CFR 91.409 

(a)(1) & (a)(2); 14 CFR 91.417(a) & (b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) pursuant to the 

provisions of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 C.F.R. § 11.81) and the FAA Modernization and 

Reform Act of 2012 (FMRA), Section 333, Special Rules for Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

Dear Sir or Madam,

Jonathan Murlowski petitions to commercially operate the UAS known as the Yuneec Electric Aviation 

Typhoon Q500 4k, so long as such operations are conducted within and under the conditions outlined 

herein or may be established by the FAA as required by Section 333. The Typhoon Q500 4k will be 

operated to capture aerial photography and video for the purposes of advertising and marketing, site 

inspections, surveys, and landscapes.

This request is based on the grounds (1) the current regulations identified above are not practically 

applicable or create an undue burden upon the operation of the UAS, (2) the operations of the UAS would 

be conducted to meet or exceed the safety requirements mandated by the FAA, and (3) the operations of 

the UAS would be in the public interest. 

Jonathan Murlowski strives to provide future clients with the safest and highest quality UAS aerial video 

and photography available. Beginning his career in UAS Operations with a Bachelor Degree of Science in 

Aeronautics with a major in UAS Operations, Mr. Murlowski has accumulated nearly 1500 hours of 

professional UAS flight time with instructional experience. Mr. Murlowski also holds an FAA

Commercial Pilot Certificate for Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Airplane. For several years Mr. 

Murlowski has flown model aircraft as a hobby in accordance with Advisory Circular 91-57. The goal of 

Mr. Murlowski’s petition for exemption is to be able to use his experience to promote safety in the rapidly 

growing UAS market while providing high quality aerial video and photography for customers 

specifically regarding the following uses:

 Aerial photography or video for public or private use to include real estate marketing, 

advertising, landscapes, special events, site inspections and scouting, land surveys, 
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residential or commercial structural inspections (i.e. roofing) and utility infrastructure 

monitoring (i.e. wind turbines) under contract and/or license from the property owner 

and/or the local government if required

 Promote UAS safety through example

Jonathan Murlowski’s petition for exemption would result in the safe and controlled commercial 

operation of a UAS in the NAS that will provide equal or better safety to the regulations followed by 

conventional aircraft. 

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Jonathan Murlowski

P.O. Box 120041

New Brighton, MN 55112

763-200-8118

northernuas@gmail.com

14 CFR EXEMPTIONS REQUESTED:

14 CFR...

Part 21 subpart H

61.113 (a) & (b)

91.7 (a)

91.9 (b) (2)

91.103

91.119

91.121

91.151 (b)

91.203 (a) & (b)

91.405 (a)

91.407 (a) (1)

91.409 (a)(1) & (a)(2)

91.417 (a) & (b)

UUNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM: Yuneec Typhoon Q500 4k

Jonathan Murlowski is petitioning for an exemption to operate a Typhoon Q500 4k Vertical Takeoff and 

Landing (VTOL) UAS with the manufacturer’s all-in-one ST10+ handheld Ground Control Station 

(GCS). The Typhoon Q500 4k has a total weight of approximately 3 pounds 12 ounces (1700g) with the 

dimensions of 8.3 inches tall and 22 inches wide by 22 inches length, and a maximum forward speed of 

about 15.5 knots. The Typhoon Q500 4k is powered by four counter rotating propellers driven by electric 

motors. The propellers are differentiated by A and B models according to direction of rotation. The

electric motors are powered by a 5400mAh 3S 11.1V Lithium Polymer battery. The ST10+ is a 10 

channel remote controller operating on the 2.4 GHz band with a live video feed operating on the 5.2-5.8

GHz band. The ST10+ 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. The petitioner will only 

operate the UAS within visual line of sight and within a predetermined area agreed upon by the property 

owner. 
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BASIS FOR PETITION

In consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited area of operation of the Typhoon Q500 4k to be 

flown by Jonathan Murlowski, the UAS will meet the conditions of FMRA Section 333. The approval of 

this exemption will benefit the public by increasing safety, reducing negative environmental impact, and 

reducing the need for conventional aircraft with large footprints and personnel onboard that would 

otherwise be required to perform the same duties. The following guidelines from previously granted 

exemptions for commercial UAS operations will be adhered to and serve as a guide for the specific 

exemption requests that follow and/or as deemed necessary or amended by the FAA:

1. The Typhoon Q500 4k weighs less than 55 lbs. and proposed operations of any other aircraft 

will require a new petition or a petition to amend this exemption. 

2. Operations for the purpose of closed-set motion picture and television filming will not be 

conducted under any circumstance.

3. The Typhoon Q500 4k will not be operated at a speed exceeding 20 knots using either 

groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine compliance with the restriction. In no case will 

the UA be operated at airspeeds greater than the maximum UA operating airspeed recommended 

by the aircraft manufacturer. 

4. The UA will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above ground level (AGL). 

Altitude must be reported in feet AGL. 

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

requires the PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective 

lenses, as specified on the PIC’s FAA-issued airman medical certificate or U.S. driver’s license. 

6. Operations may utilize a visual observer (VO) if the PIC determines it necessary for safety of 

the flight. The UA will be operated within the visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC and VO at 

all times. The VO may be used to satisfy the VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always 

maintains VLOS capability. The VO and PIC will be able to communicate verbally at all times; 

electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during flight operations. The PIC will be 

designated before the flight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the duration of the 

flight. The PIC will ensure that the VO can perform the duties required of the VO. 

7. The operating documents will be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the 

Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists between the conditions and limitations in this 

exemption and the procedures outlined in the operating documents, the conditions and limitations

herein take precedence and will be followed. Otherwise, the operator must follow the procedures 

as outlined in its operating documents. The operator may update or revise its operating 

documents. It is the operator’s responsibility to track such revisions and present updated and 

revised documents to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon request. The 

operator must also present updated and revised documents if it petitions for extension or 

amendment to this grant of exemption. If the operator determines that any update or revision 

would affect the basis upon which the FAA granted this exemption, then the operator must 

petition for an amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA’s UAS Integration Office 
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(AFS−80) may be contacted if questions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operating 

documents. 

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

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

flight prior to conducting further operations under this exemption. Functional test flights will only 

be conducted by a PIC with a VO and must remain at least 500 feet from other people. The 

functional test flight will be conducted in such a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to 

persons and property. 

9. The operator will be responsible for maintaining and inspecting the UAS to ensure that it is in a 

condition for safe operation. 

10. 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 will account for all potential discrepancies, 

e.g., inoperable components, items, or equipment. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects 

the safe operation of the UAS, the aircraft will be prohibited from operating until the necessary 

maintenance has been performed and the UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. 

11. The operator will follow the UAS manufacturer’s maintenance, overhaul, replacement, 

inspection, and life limit requirements for the aircraft and aircraft components. 

12. The UAS operated under this exemption will comply with all manufacturer safety bulletins 

and software/firmware updates as released. 

13. Under this grant of exemption, the PIC will hold either an airline transport, commercial, or 

private pilot certificate. The PIC must also hold a current FAA airman medical certificate or a 

valid U.S. driver’s license issued by a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, a territory, a 

possession, or the Federal Government. The PIC will also meet the flight review requirements 

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 permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC demonstrates the ability to 

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

exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances 

from persons, vessels, vehicles and structures. PIC qualification flight hours and currency must be 

logged in a manner consistent with 14 CFR § 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the 

operator’s PICs and VOs (training, proficiency, and experience-building) and determining the 

PIC’s ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner consistent with how the UAS will be 

operated under this exemption are permitted under the terms of this exemption. However, training 

operations may only be conducted during dedicated training sessions. During training, 

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

considered nonparticipants, and the PIC must operate the UA with appropriate distance from 

nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 

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

operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). Flights under 

special visual flight rules (SVFR) are not authorized. 

16. The UA will not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point (ARP) as 

denoted in the current FAA Airport/Facility Directory (AFD) or for airports not denoted with an 

ARP, the center of the airport symbol as denoted on the current FAA-published aeronautical 
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chart, unless a letter of agreement with that airport’s management is obtained or otherwise 

permitted by a COA issued to the exemption holder. The letter of agreement with the airport 

management will be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official upon 

request. 

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

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

18. If the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UA will be set to return to a predetermined location within the private or controlled-access property. 

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

20. The PIC will be prohibited from beginning 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 5 minutes or with the reserve power recommended by the 

manufacturer if greater. 

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

will be conducted in accordance with an ATO-issued COA. The exemption holder may apply for 

a new or amended COA if it intends to conduct operations that cannot be conducted under the 

terms of the attached COA. 

22. All aircraft operated in accordance with this exemption will be identified by serial number, 

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

accordance with 14 CFR part 45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as practicable. 

23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation and flight of the UAS and any 

documents required under 14 CFR §§ 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to the PIC at the Ground 

Control Station of the UAS any time the aircraft is operating. These documents will be made 

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

24. The UA will remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations and activities at all 

times. 

25. The UAS will not be operated by the PIC from any moving device or vehicle. 

26. All Flight operations will be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating persons, 

vessels, vehicles, and structures unless: 

a. Barriers or structures are present that sufficiently protect nonparticipating persons from the UA 

and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator will ensure that nonparticipating persons 

remain under such protection. If a situation arises where nonparticipating persons leave such 

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

manner ensuring the safety of nonparticipating persons; and 

b. The owner/controller of any vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission for operating 

closer to those objects and the PIC has made a safety assessment of the risk of operating closer to 

those objects and determined that it does not present an undue hazard. 

The PIC, VO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered nonparticipating persons 

under this exemption. 
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27. All operations will be conducted over private or controlled-access property with permission 

from the property owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from property 

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 will be reported to the National 

Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).

EXTENT OF REGULATORY RELIEF 

14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATES

Due to the small size and limited area of operations of the Typhoon Q500 4k, the Airworthiness 

Certificates as required by FAR §91.7(a) should be exempt for this UAS as it will not require an 

airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. In consideration of the size, 

speed, weight, airport proximity, and restricted environment of operations of the UAS, the level of safety 

will meet or exceed current conventional aircraft restrictions and standards as per Part 11 and Section 333

of the Reform Act. The petitioner, Mr. Murlowski, submits that the Typhoon Q500 4k will be in an 

airworthy condition prior to each flight by following the preflight guidance provided in the 

manufacturer’s (Yuneec) instruction manual. Previous exemptions have been granted specific to UAS and 

under similar circumstances to those outlined within this petition.

The Typhoon Q500 4k will therefore meet an equivalent level of safety required by FAR §91.7(a) and 

will be maintained in an airworthy condition for each flight through a preflight inspection as stated in the 

manufacturer’s instruction manual. Mr. Murlowski has extensive aeronautical knowledge to apply to the 

operation of this UAS and will ensure the UAS is operated in a safe and airworthy condition at all times. 

The nature of this UAS weighing under 55lbs, relative slow operational speed, small size, small area of 

operation, lack of onboard passengers, and absent of dangerous fuels, result in a great degree of safety to 

the public when compared to conventional aircraft operations with airworthiness certificates.

14 C.F.R. § 61.113(a) & (b) PRIVATE PILOT PRIVILEGES AND LIMITATIONS: 

PILOT IN COMMAND

Relief from 14 C.F.R 61.113(a) & (b) is requested because this UAS will not carry a pilot or passengers 

thus greatly reducing the risk compared to conventional aircraft carrying a pilot and/or passengers and/or 

cargo. The risks of operating this UAS for the commercial purposes outlined in this petition are far less 

than the risk levels inherent in the commercial operations of conventional aircraft outlined in 14 C.F.R. 

61. The PIC under this exemption will possess at least a Private Pilot License with a current Class III 

Aviation Medical or higher or a current and valid state Driver’s License. Mr. Murlowski maintains these 

limitations will meet or exceed the levels of safety through 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) & (b). Further, the 

petitioner will not allow a PIC to operate the Typhoon Q500 4k unless that PIC meets flight hour and 

currency requirements and can demonstrate safe operations consistent with this exemption to include the 

following; evasive and emergency procedures/maneuvers, maintaining a safe altitude and distance from 

people, vessels, property, vehicles, and structures, as well as knowledge of the laws and regulations. 

Minimum flight hours will include 25 hours of time as PIC of a similar 4 rotor UAS under 55lbs and 5 

hours of time as PIC in the same make and model Typhoon Q500 4k. The currency requirement will be 3 

takeoffs and landings within the preceding 90 days. The petitioner insists an equal or greater level of 

safety will be maintained through this exemption.
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14 C.F.R. § 91.7(a) CIVIL AIRCRAFT AIRWORTHINESS

Relief from 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) is requested as no airworthiness certificate will be issued for this UAS in 

accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. The petitioner submits that the Typhoon Q500 4k will be 

maintained in an airworthy condition by the PIC prior to all flights by complying with operational, 

preflight, and maintenance instructions provided by the manufacturer. An equivalent level of safety will 

be achieved given the size of the UAS and through vigilant preflight actions to include use of 

manufacturer’s instruction manual and safety checks. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.9(b) (2): CIVIL AIRCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL MARKING, AND 

PLACARD REQUIREMENS.

Relief from 14 C.F.R. 91.9(b) (2) is requested due to the fact that the Typhoon Q500 4k does not have a 

pilot on board to use a manual, nor has the capability to carry a manual or pilot. Since there is no ability to 

carry passengers or a pilot, there is no need to place a manual, markings, placards, or any combination 

thereof on or in the UAS. An equivalent level of safety will be maintained by requiring the PIC of the 

UAS to have a flight manual and/or manufacturer’s instruction manual in his or her direct and immediate 

possession at all times while conducting flight or ground operations. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.103: PREFLIGHT ACTION

Relief is requested from 14 C.F.R. 91.103 since there is no FAA approved flight manual for the Typhoon 

Q500 4k. To ensure an equivalent level of safety is met, Mr. Murlowski submits the PIC will take actions 

before flight to include the following: weather briefings, battery endurance requirements for flight, 

landing and takeoff area, lost communications/link return point, predetermined area of flight operations, 

UAS performance data, and any maintenance actions as required. Weather limitations provided by the 

manufacturer limit operating the UAS in winds under 10 knots and the area must be clear of known or 

forecast precipitation and lightning. These limitations will be strictly adhered to through use of the nearest 

reported METAR or TAF. All flight operations will follow the requirement to maintain a distance of 

500ft below and 2,000ft horizontally from a cloud and cease operations if the visibility becomes less than 

3 statute miles from the PIC. Whichever report denotes the most unfavorable weather during the planned 

time of flight plus one hour will be used by the PIC to make a go/no go decision based on the limitations. 

The PIC must determine the conditions are safe for flight and must land the UAS if weather or any other 

circumstance creates an unsafe condition for flight.

14 C.F.R. § 91.119: MINIMUM SAFE ALTITUDES

Relief from 14C.F.R. 91.119 is requested on the basis that the UAS will be unable to comply with the

minimum safe altitude of 500ft AGL. The UAS will maintain an altitude of no higher than 400ft AGL. 

The size, weight, speed, and confined visual line of site operations of the UAS will result in an equivalent 

level of safety not attainable by larger conventional aircraft and thus not requiring a minimum safe 

altitude of 500ft. Operating the UAS under 400ft AGL will also help to maintain clearance from any 

conventional aircraft flying above their 500ft minimum safe altitude requirement in addition to the Visual 

Line of Sight requirement. The Typhoon Q500 4k is equipped with a default altitude limit of 400ft AGL 

to aid in safety and compliance of this restriction. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.121 ALTIMETER SETTINGS 
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Relief from 14 C.F.R. 91.121 is requested to allow flight operations of the Typhoon Q500 4k. The FAA 

requires an aircraft to set the onboard altimeter to the elevation of the departure airport before 

commencing flight. This UAS reports GPS altitude instead of barometric and therefore the altimeter 

cannot be set according to the elevation of the departure area. Instead, the GPS altitude information will 

be broadcast to the PIC through the Ground Control Station display in real time for the PIC to safely and 

accurately monitor the UAS and its altitude. An equivalent level of safety can be maintained by the PIC 

through the GCS flight data display and through visual sight of the UAS. On the ground prior to flight, 

the PIC will confirm the GPS altitude reported by the UAS matches that of the launch site within +/- 10ft.

To aid in safety, the Typhoon Q500 4k cannot enable its motors for flight unless a solid GPS lock is 

established.

14 C.F.R. § 91.151(b): FUEL REQUIREMENTS FOR FLIGHT IN VFR CONDITIONS

Relief from 14 C.F.R. 91.151(b) is requested to the extent required for the Typhoon Q500 4k battery 

powered UAS to fly in VMC conditions during daylight hours under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). This 

UAS has a flight time of approximately 25 minutes on a full battery charge according to the manufacturer, 

Yuneec. The fuel requirements under 91.151(b) “...to fly to the first point of intended landing and, 

assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 20 minutes.” is not reasonable due to battery 

life of the UAS. Being subject to that fuel requirement would severely limit the flight time of the UAS 

which would greatly reduce and/or eliminate its usefulness. Given the limited and confined area of flight 

operations, Mr. Murlowski will mitigate risk by limiting flights to 20 minutes or when the battery drops 

below 20%, whichever occurs first. This limitation will provide plenty of reserve power to safely land and 

recover the UAS due to the limited and confined area of operations thus resulting in an equal or better 

level of safety as intended through 91.151(b). 

14 C.F.R. § 91.203(a) and (b): CARRYING CIVIL AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION AND 

REGISTRATION

Relief from 14 C.F.R. 91.203 is requested due to the size of the UAS and the fact that it does not and 

cannot carry a pilot or passenger. As per 91.203:

(a) Except as provided in §91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within it the 

following: 

(1) An appropriate and current airworthiness certificate...

(b) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by 

paragraph (a) of this section 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.

These regulations are not applicable to the Typhoon Q500 4k because there is no “cabin” or “cockpit” to 

display the certificate and no onboard crew or passengers to display it to. In addition, the petitioner has 

requested relief from the need to obtain an airworthiness certificate as stated previously in this petition 

eliminating the need to display such a certificate. Jonathan Murlowski submits that an equivalent level of 

safety will be maintained by the PIC by ensuring the UAS is in a safe and airworthy condition prior to 

each and every flight and by strictly following the instructions by the manufacturer for operations and 

maintenance. The instruction booklet will be within reach of the PIC at all times during flight. 

14 C.F.R. § 91.405(a); 91.407(a)(1); 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2); 91.417(a) & (b): MAINTENANCE 

INSPECTIONS
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Relief from 14 C.F.R. 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) is requested as 

these sections only apply to those aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. This request is based on the 

Typhoon Q500 4k not requiring an airworthiness certificate as petitioned above in regards to 14 C.F.R. 

Part 21, Subpart H and 91.7. This UAS meets the conditions of FMRA Section 333 for operation without 

an airworthiness certificate. To provide an equivalent level of safety to these published regulations, 

Jonathan Murlowski will ensure maintenance, alterations, and preventative maintenance are performed 

according to the instruction manual provided by the manufacturer. For all maintenance actions not listed 

in the manual, service will be conducted only through the manufacturer, Yuneec, or an authorized dealer. 

Any and all maintenance actions performed will be documented and written down in a maintenance log 

unique to each individual UAS. This UAS is small in nature and will only operate in a small 

predetermined area which will allow a safe recovery of the UAS in the event of a maintenance 

malfunction or failure. To increase safety of flight, the PIC will always ensure the UAS is in an airworthy 

to fly before each flight. 

PUBLIC BENEFITS FOR THIS EXEMPTION

This exemption will benefit the public through safety, advanced technology, leading by example, 

application of the petitioner’s experiences in aviation, and an economical and state of the art UAS product 

for video and photographic purposes. The use of the Typhoon Q500 4k will provide a positive economic 

impact through efficiency and future job growth/production. It will reduce the amount of larger 

conventional aircraft in the National Airspace System, thus eliminating the risk of sending personnel in 

the air with potentially hazardous fuels. Jonathan Murlowski’s aviation credentials and background in 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations will bring a high level of safety and professional practices to the 

emerging industry. The petition promotes a positive environmental impact by eliminating the need to burn 

many gallons of flammable leaded gasoline that would be required of a small conventional aircraft 

through the use of battery power. The UAS is small, quiet, and produces no air pollution. The Typhoon 

Q500 4k will reduce or eliminate the need for a person to place his or her self in a dangerous situation to 

observe or inspect an object or structure that may be needed without the use of a UAS. The UAS can also 

provide valuable advertising and marketing for a wide variety of businesses and property owners by 

providing angles and views that were previously too dangerous or expensive to capture, thus creating a 

positive economic impact. Jonathan Murlowski submits that this proposal for exemption will create a 

positive public impact and provide an equivalent or better level of safety. 

CLOSING STATEMENT

I, Jonathan Murlowski, submit this proposal for exemption under Section 333 of the FAA Modernization 

and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 CFR Part 11.81 in full faith that the Typhoon Q500 4k will be operated in 

a safe manner without creating any hazards to the NAS, the public, or posing a threat to national security. 

I hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate for Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Airplane with around 1500 

hours of professional UAS operational experience. My background and certifications in aviation provide 

me an exceptional level of knowledge and safety that will be applied throughout all UAS operations 

conducted under this exemption if granted. I hereby request that the FAA Administrator formally accept 

this proposal for exemption. 

Respectfully submitted,

Jonathan Murlowski, Petitioner

Dated: August 7th, 2015
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Appendices: 

A- Typhoon Q500 4k Technical Specifications

B- Typhoon Q500 4k Link to online manuals

Appendix A

Aircraft

Flight Time up to 25 minutes

Weight with Battery and Payload 60.0 oz (1700g)

Weight without Battery and Payload 40.0 oz (1130g)

Battery 5400mAh 3S 11.1V LiPo 

Charger 3S 11.1V LiPo DC Balancing Smart Charger with AC Adapter 

Transmitter 10-channel 2.4GHz with 5.8GHz video downlink

3 Flight Modes Smart (Follow Me and Watch Me), Angle and Home

Maximum Flying Height Default 122m (400ft) above Ground Level (Adjustable via the 

Typhoon GUI)

Maximum Rotation Rate 65°/s

Maximum Roll Angle 35°

Operating Temperature Range −5°C to 80°C

Radio Control Frequency Band 2.4GHz

Max. Descent Speed 2m/s

Max. Flight Speed 8m/s

Gimbal Camera Type CGO3

Weight 6.9oz (195g)

Video Transmission Range FCC Compliance: Up to 600m (1968.5 ft)

CE Compliance: Up to 300m (984.252 ft) with ST10

Transmission Band 5.2GHz–5.8GHz

Input/Operating Voltage 12V

Working Temperature −10°C–50°C

Storage Temperature −20°C–60°C

Control Range Pitch: between −90° and 0° Yaw: between 0° and 360°

Microphone Yes

GCS

Type ST10+

Operating System AndroidTM

Number of Channels 10

Control Transmission Range (Optimum Conditions) FCC Compliance: Up to 800m 

(2624.67ft) CE Compliance: Up to 400m (1312.34 ft) Warning: 

You Must Follow Local Laws and Maintain Visual Line of Sight 

of Aircraft at All Times

Robust Radio Control Modulation Yuneec Protocol

Video Link Frequency Band 5.8GHz

Video Transmission Range (Optimum Conditions) FCC Compliance: Up to 600m

(1968.5ft) CE Compliance: Up to 300m (984.252 ft) Warning: 
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You Must Follow Local Laws and Maintain Visual Line of Sight 

of Aircraft at All Times

Flight Systems Telemetry Data On Screen Display Yes

Tactile (Vibrating) and Audible Feedback Yes

Built-in LiPo Battery Voltage / Capacity 3.6V/5200mAh 18.72Wh

Appendix B:

http://yuneec.com/support/manuals/q500_4k.html