Florida Landscape andNursery, Inc. 4404 Manucy Rd. St. Augustine, Fl. 32084 904-824-0991 February 11, 2016 U.S. Department ofTransportation Docket Operations West Building GroundFloor, Roomw12-140 1200 NewJersey Ave, SEWashington, DC 20590-0001

Dear Sir orMadam: 

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Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. is requesting FAA authorization to operate a UAS for civil purposes otherthan recreation orhobby. This Exemption Requestis Under Section 33 ofthe FAA Reform Act and Part 11 ofthe Federal Aviation Regulations.

Pursuant to section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc., seeks an exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations detailed below for (1) DJI Inspire 1, and (1) DJI Phantom Series 3 Professional quadcopter manufactured by DJI. This requested exemption would support an application for a commercial Certificate of Authorization to use the system to support aerial photography and videography. The DJI Inspire 1 @ (6.5lbs) and the DJI Phantom Series 3 Professional@ (3lbs) consist ofa battery operated aircraft, a tablet-based ground control station and/ aRC Controller, and associated communications equipment. Both ofthese UAS carry an onboard camera that allows them to obtain both photography and videography. The UAS will always be operated in the field with a PIC in accordance with the FAA Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 "Operational Requirements for UAS". FloridaLandscape and Nursery, Inc. respectfully requests the grant ofexemption allowing them to operate lightweight (under 55lbs), remote controlled UAS lawfully and safely. FloridaLandscape and Nursery, Inc. also respectfully requests Exemption Request Section 333 from (but notlimited to) the Specific Sections ofTitle 14 ofthe Code ofFederal Regulations andpart 11 ofthe FederalAviation Regulations listed below. 14 C.F.R.45.23 (b); 14 CFRpart 21; 14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b); 91.7 (a); 91.9 (b) (2); 91.103 (b); 91.109; 91.119;**91.121~91.151** (a); 91.203 (a) & (b); 91.405 (a); 91.407 (a) (1); 91.409 (a) (2); 91417 (a) & (b) The extent ofreliefFlorida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. seeks and why: Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. is seeking relieffrom any applicable FARs in operation that prevents FloridaLandscape and Nursery, Inc. from conducting aerial shots ofreal estate and otherpossible legal flight operations. The weight ofthe UAS meets the defmition of"smallunmanned aircraft" found in section 331 "The ReformAct". Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. seeks to operate legally as a small business employedbyreal estate agents and inspectors. Atless than 7 pounds, Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. uses UAS thatis considerablyless than 55 lbs. including camera and battery. the UAS willbe used at speeds less than 35 mphbecause of the nature ofthe business and also the physical capabilities ofthe UAS by design. The UAS will be flying and taking pictures normally below 200 ft. The UAS that Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. wouldbe using only utilizes battery power for its operations. There are no combustible fuels used in the UAS that Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. uses. The maximum battery flight time for this UAS is 20 minutes. The actual maximum flight time will bevery minimal. A safety system builtinto all ofFlorida Landscape and Nursery, Inc.'s UAS includes GPS that allows the UAS to return home ifcommunicationis lost orifthe battery life is critical. Also a Pilotin Command (PIC) operational controlis in operation from beginning to end and controls the UAS while in the air. For added safety, line ofsite ofthe UAS will be maintained during the entire flight. The 2.4 GHz radio transmitter/controller operatedby the PIC to control the UAS while in flight; receives live video, and flight data from the on-board camera and computer. The UAS, weighing less than 7 lbs fully loaded, is poweredbybatteries and operates with no people onboardwhich lowers the likelihood ofdeath or serious bodily injury. With a small payload consisting ofharmless electronics such as a camera and GPS, the UASs only purposeis to beused to take pictures andvideos. Current applicant has used helicopters and small planes for this purposebut the cost offuel, time and pollution emissions ofsuch aircraft are environmentally hazardous and costly. Thereduced costs and efficiency ofthese new electric UAS allows more customers to take advantage ofthese servtces. We strongly believe in giving back to our community and Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. will reach out to ourlocal authorities and first responders providing free services for actions that could benefit the public, including fire and search and rescue. FloridaLandscape and Nursery, Inc. will not operate a UAS near airports and generally does not fly over crowds. Situational awareness is mostimportant. The areas where Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. conducts aerial photography is predeterminedwhich allows for a controlled environment to operate safely. Based on the size and run times ofthese smaller UAS any likelihood ofinjury or even death from such a small unmanned aircraft is considerably low, compared to a full sized aircraft flown loaded with highly combustible fuel. Operational Summary:Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc.'s business is owned and operatedbyJohn Kordic, 

### will strictly follow all safety guidelines ofthe FAA Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 "OperationalRequirements for UAS" with appropriate exemptions for flying a small UAS. 1) No flights with a UAS gross weight exceeding 55lbs 2) All operations will occur in FAA Class G airspace atno more than 400 ft. AGL, at airspeeds of no more than 25 knots, no more than 3/4NM from the Pilot In Charge 3) Operations will be restricted to flights overprivate property with the full written permission of the property owner 4) All additional permits will be obtainedprior to any operations 5) The UAS will avoid densely populated areas and air shows 6) TheUAS will notbe operated over any open-air assembly ofpeople 7) TheUAS will notbe operated over heavily traveled roads 8) The UAS will notbe operatedwithin 5 NM ofa major airport 9) Operations will berestricted to day andweather conditions equivalent to VFR 10) Before each flight, a written Pre-Flight Inspection will be completed by the PIC to ascertain that the UAS is in a proper condition for safe flight 11) We will ascertain business insurance for the safety ofthe public and property 12) Any FAA changes to policy 

### willbe immediately adopted and followed These operations are the bare minimum safety guidelines Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. will follow. Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. also is more than willing to follow any additional safety requirements ifnot listed above. FloridaLandscape andNursery, Inc. believes that flying its UAS as a small business within the safety parameters ofthe FAA, will protect and help the general public, and promote a healthy housing economy. Applicant Name and Contact Information: Florida Landscape and Nursery, Inc. Attn:John Kordic (PIC) Phone: 904-824-0991 Email: floridalandscape@att.net Website: floridalandscape.netQualifications: John Kordic holds a Private Pilots License, single engine with high performance and complex rating, 3rdclass medical certificate, 200+ hours flight time in single engine aircraft, and 26 hours flight time with UAS. Florida Landscape andNursery, Inc. respectfully requests that the FAA grants this exemption. Thankyou for your time.

Owner FloridaLandscape andNursery, Inc.