Danny Frazier 

6909 Helsem Way 

Dallas, TX 75230 

(337)-278-2905 

dfrazier395@yahoo.com 

Dear Sir or Madam: 

This petition is being submitted on my behalf without legal counsel or consulting services. 

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

C.F.R. Part 11, Danny Frazier, a freelance multimedia producer, hereby applies for an exemption from the 

Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) listed below to allow operation of our Small Unmanned Aircraft 

System (sUAS) commercially in airspace regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) so long 

as such operations are conducted with and under the conditions outlined herein or as may be established by 

the FAA as required by Section 333. 

The requested exemption would permit Danny Frazier to pursue his commercial interests in providing 

services to clie nts using a small advanced sUAS in the following areas: Aerial Video and Photography, 

Real Estate, Marketing, Land Management/Surveying, and Special Events. Danny Frazier states that all 

sUAS nights will occur over private or controlled access property and will do so with the property owner's 

consent and knowledge and only those people who have consented or otherwise have agreed to be within 

the UAS' radius during filming and photography applications. 

Danny Frazier has demonstrated the ability to safel y and effectively n y the sUAS Yuneec Q500 Typhoon 

which will be used for all commerc ial and private purposes. Danny Frazier complies with local ordinances 

and laws regarding the operation of sUAS, and adheres to all weather and environmental resttictions or 

limitations in reference to the operations of sUAS. 

All nights will occur in accordance with any state or local laws regarding privacy. 

I, Danny Frazier, am seeking the exemption because I am committed to complying with all of the rules, 

guidelines, limitations, and future legislation set forth by the FAA. I agree to operate the sUAS in the 

manner that I have described herein, and for the purposes that I have described herein. Without the 

exemption request granted, I would be unable to safely and effectively run my business, and it is my 

intention to comply with the FAA and obtain an exemplton of the following regulations. 

The following contains my list of regulations from which I am seeking exemption, and a complete list of 

responsibilities I assume as operator; it also contains information regarding the aircraft, public benefit and 

safety features, and similar petitions requests granted. 

Regulations from which exemption is requested: 

14 C.F.R. P.drt 2 1 

14 C.F.R. 45.23(b) 

14 C.F.R. 6 l.1 13(a) & (b) 

14 C.F.R. 9 l.7(a) 

14 C.F.R. 9 1.9(b) (2) 
14 C.F.R. 9 1.109 

14 C.F.R. 91. 119 

l4 C.F.R. 9 L.l21 

14 C.F.R. 91.15l(a) 

14 C.F.R. 9 l.203(a) & (b) 

14C.F.R. 9 l.205(b) 

14 C.F.R. 91.215 

l4 C.F.R.91.401 -91.4l7 

I, THE OPERATOR, ASSUME THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption are limited to the Yuneec QSOO Typhoon when 

weighing less than 55 pounds including payload. 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 are not permitted. 

3. The UA may not be operated at a speed exceeding 87 knots ( l 00 miles per hour). The exemption holder 

may use either groundspeed or calibrated airspeed to determine compliance with the 87 knot speed 

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 must 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 must be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the PIC at all times. This requires the 

PIC to be able to use human vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses, as specified on the 

PIC's FAA-issued airman medical certificate or U.S. driver's license. 

6. All operations must utilize a visual obsenrer (VO). The UA must 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 must be able to communicate verbally 

at all times; electronic messaging or texting is not permitted during night operations. The PIC must be 

designated before the llight and cannot transfer his or her designation for the duration of the llight. The PIC 

must ensure that the VO can perform the duties required of the VO. 

7. This exemption and all documents needed to operate the UAS and conduct its operations in accordance 

with the conditions and limitations stated in this grant of exemption, are hereinafter referred to as the 

operating documents. The operating documents must 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 must be followed. Othenvise, 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 (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 llight 

characteristics, e.g., replacement of a night critical component, must undergo a functional test llight prior 

to conducting further operations under this exemption. Functional test nights may only be conduc ~::d by a 
PIC with aVO and must remain at least 500 feet from other people. The functional test flight must be 

conducted in such a manner so as to not pose an undue hazard to persons and property. 

9. The operator is 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 must conduct a pre-flight inspection and determine the UAS is in a 

condition for safe flight. The pre-flight inspection must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g., 

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

operation of the UAS, the aircraft is prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been 

perfom1ed and the UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. 

L L. The operator must fo llow the UAS manufacturer's maintenance, overhaul, replacement, inspection, and 

life limit requirements for the aircraft and aircraft components. 

12. Each UAS operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer safety bulletins. 

13. Under this grant of exemption, a PIC must hold either an airline transport, commercial, private, 

recreational, or sport 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 terri tory, a possession, 

or the Federal government. The PIC must also meet the flight review requirements specified in 14 CFR § 

6 L.56 in an aircraft in which the PIC is rated on his or her pilot certificate. 

14. The operator may 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 § 6 1.5l(b). Rights 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 tenns 

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 fli ght operations 

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

nonparticipants in accordance with 14 CFR § 91.119. 

15. UAS operations may 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 fli ght rules (SVFR) 

are not authorized. 

16. The UAS may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point (ARP) as denoted in the 

current FAA AirportJFacility Directory (AFD) or for airports not denoted with an ARP, the center of the 

airport symbol as denoted on the current FAA-published aeronautical 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 must be made available to the Administrator 

or any law enforcement official upon request. 

17. The UAS may not be operated less than 500 feet below or less than 2,000 feel 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 UAS must return to a pre-determined 

location within the private or controlled-access property. 

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

20. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a fli ght unless (considering wind and forecast weather 

conditions) there is enough available power for the UAS to conduct the intended operation and to operate 

after that for at least five 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 shall be 

conducted in accordance with an A TO-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 must 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, Subpa1t C. Markings must be as large as practicable. 

23. Documents used by the operator to ensure the safe operation a nd 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 must be made available to the Administrator 

or any law enforcement official upon request. 

24. The UAS must remain clear and give way to all manned aviation operations and activities at all times. 

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

26. All Flight operations must 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 UAS and/or debris in the event of an accident. The operator must ensure that 

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

leave such protection and are within 500 feel of the UAS, flight operations must 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 operatmg 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, YO, operator trainees or essential persons are not considered nonparticipating 

persons under this exemption. 

27. All operations shall 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 night 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 must be reported to the FAA's UAS Integration Office 

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

(NTSB) per instructions contained on the NTSB Web site: ''" '' .ntsb.gm . 

SIMILAR EXEMPTIONS 

The relief requested herein is similar in all/or many material respects to relief previously requested in Grant 

of Exemption Nos. 11062, lll09, 11112, 112 13, 11 734 and 13844. 

Public Benefit and Safety 

Unmanned Aircraft System sUA Vs are often seen as superior to helicopters as an aerial video gathering 

platform due to the smaller devices cheaper equipment and personnel cost, reduced noise and as such, a 

much smaller environmental impact which promotes public safety. 

Danny Frazier is petitioning for an exemption to operate a Yuncec QSOO Typhoon with a built-in stabilized 

HD camera and GPS safety features which supply its ability to limit the height it flies above ground level 

(AGL), to limit the radius of the distance it flies from the operator and to exclude it from operations within 

designated Class B, C and D airspace including a no-ny zone feature. 

The Yunecc Q500 Typhoon also has a failsafe function that is triggered in the event communication is lost 

between the sUAS and the main controller transmitter. At that time, the sUAS will return to its point of 

takeoff and land safel y. If the connection is restored, the PIC can regain control of flight and land manually. 
These specifications meet with the Model Aircraft Operating Standards as set below: 

The petitioner will only operate its sUAS in line-of-sight of a pilot and/or observer and will operate at sites 

that are 'sufficient distance' from populated areas within the sterile area described in the FOPM. Such 

operations will ensure that the sUAS will "not create a hazard to users of the national airspace system or the 

public." 

When flying the sUAS within three (3) miles of an airport, airport operators will be notified and the 

operator will give the right-of-way to avoid flying in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Maximum night 

time for each operation will be 30 minutes. 

Rights will be terminated when battery levels reach 25%, allowing sufficient reserve flight time to safely 

land the sUAS. 

The sUAS will be programmed so it will not be operated at an altitude that exceeds 400 feet AGL, and not 

more than 200 feet above an elevated platform from which videography is planned. 

Minimum crew for each operation shall consist of: sUAS pilot and visual sUAS observer. 

The sUAS PIC will be an FAA licensed airman holding a minimum of a Sport Pilot certificate and a 

cun·ent U.S. driver's license. 

The sUAS operated by the petitioner weighs less than 25 pounds, including all payload (i.e. camera, lens, 

and stabilized gimbal). 

The sUAS will operate at speeds of no more than 50 knots, can hover, and can simultaneously move 

vertically and horizontally. 

Given the small size of the sUAS and the restricted sterile environment within which it will operate, the 

described operations adhere to the Reform Act's safety requirements. 
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T"r'PHCCn 

- INSTRUCTION MANUAL -

Version 2.1 
and 

Change your pe~pective with the Yuneec Q500 Typhoon aerial photography and videography (APV) system. The system arrives 100% factory-assembled 

built

test Oown including the innovative 3-axis CG02-GB that records full HD 1080p (60. 50 or 48 fps) video and takes 12 mega pixel still photos. And the 

Station. 

-In digital 

With 

video downlink delivers streaming video that can be viewed right on the screen of the included 5110 transmitter and Personal Ground the Q500 it's never been easier to capture amazing photographs and video footage for a wide variety of uses. 

And 

safety, 

although 

battery 

the Q500 is nearly ready to Oy right out the box, please take the time to read through this entire instruction manual for more information on charging, Oight controls and more before making your ~~t night. Please also visit www.Yuneec.com for additional information including product updates. bulletins. videos and more. 

SP F CTATIONS 

QSOO 

Height: 210mm (8.3 in) 

Length (without rotor blades): 420mm (16.5 In) 

Width (without rotor blades): 420mm (16.5 In) 

Diameter (without rotor blades): 565mm (22.2 In) 

Propeller/Rotor Blade Diameter: 330mm (13.0 in) 

Weight (without battery and payload): 1130g (40.0 oz) 

Takeoff Weight (with battery and CG02-GB): 1700g 

(60.0oz) 

Battery: 5400mAh 3S 11.1V LiPo (included) 

Charger: DC 3S 11.1 V LIPo balancing and AC adapter 

(included) 

Transmitter: ST10 tO-channel 2.4GHz with 5.8GHz 

video link (included) 

Right Time: 20-25 minutes 

CG02-GB 

Height: 115mm (4.5 in) 

Width: 75mm (2.9 in) 

Depth: 135mm (1.4 in) 

Weight 185g (6.5 oz) 

Video Resolution: l080p 60, 50 or 48 fps 

Photo Resolution: 12 megapixels 

Transmission Distance/Range: Up to 600m (1970 ft) 

depending on receiving device 

Transmission Band: 5.8GHz 

Storage (memory): micro SO Oass 10 up to 128GB 

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ST10 

Number of Channels: 10 

RC Band: 2.4GHz 

RC Modulation: Yuneec 

Video Downlink Band: 5.8GHz 

Tt!lemetry/OSD: Yes 

SO Card Compatible: Yes 

LCD Screen Size: 4.5" 

Touchscreen: Yes 
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IMPORTANT NOTE: All safety precautions and warnings, instructions. warrantios and other collateral information is subject to change at the sole discretion of Yuneec. For the most up-to-date information please vislt the corresponding product page at www.Yuneec.com or contact the nearest Yuneec office or authorized distributor. 

The following special language terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: 

NOTICE: Procedures. which if not properly followed. create a possibility of property damage and/or little to no possibility of injury. CAUTION: Procedures. which if not properly followed. create the probability of property damage and/or a possibility of serious injury. WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage and/or serious injury or create a high probability of superficial injury. 

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE quick start guide and instruction manual to beoome familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result In damage to the product. property and/or cause serious injury. 

WARNING: This is a sophisticated consumer 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 damage to the product. property and/or cause serious injury. 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 instructions provided by Yuneec. The quick start guide and instruction manual contain instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings prior to assembly. setup and/or use in order to OPerate the product correctly and avoid damage or serious injury. 

AGE RECOMMENDATION: NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS. THIS IS NOT A TOY. 

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GENERAL SAFElY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 

KEEP CLEAR OF THE 

SPINNING PA.OPELlERSl 

DONOTFLYNEARBVTAU THEMAXIMUMFlYING 

BUILOINGS/OBSTitUCTlOIIS ALTTTUOE FOR THIS AIRCAAFT 

1100" MINIMUM CUAAANCE IS 8000FT ABOVE SEA lEVEU 

REQUIRED) 

OONOTFLYOVER 

CROWDS! 

00 HOTFLYNEAR 

AIRPORTS! 

OONOTFLYINWINOS 

THATEXCEEDI-12 MPH 

(13·19 KPH)! 

WARNING: Failure to use this product 1n the lnte~ manner as described In the quick start guide and Instruction manual can result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious Injury. A Radio Controlled (RC) multirotor aircraft, APV platform. drone. etc. is not a toy! If misused it can cause serious bodily harm and damage to property. 

WARNING: As the user of this product you are solely and wholly responsible for operating it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the product or the property of others. 

• Keep your hands, face and other parts of your body away from the spinning propellers/rotor blades and other moving parts at all times. Keep items that could impact or becom<! entangled away from the propellers/ rotor blades including debris. parts, tools. loose clothing, etc. 

• Always operate your aircraft in open areas that are free from people. vehides and other obstructions. Never Oy near or above crowds. airports or buildings. 

• To ensure proper operation and safe night performance never attempt to operate your aircraft nearby buildings or other obstructions that do not offer 

a clear view of the sky and can restrict GPS reception. 

• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft in areas with potential magnetic and/or radio interference including areas nearby broadcast towers, power transmission stations. high voltage power lines. etc. 

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your aircraft to avoid collisions and/or injury. This aircraft is controlled by a radio signal subject to interfer<!nce from many sources outsid<! your control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control. 

• To ensure proper and safe operation of the automatic landing function in Home Mode you must start thO! motors with the aircraft in a position that has at least 10 feet (approximately 3 meters) of clear and open space around it and achieve a proper GPS lock. 

• Do not attempt to operate your aircraft with any worn and/or damaged components, parts, etc. (including, but not limited to, damaged propellers/rotor blades. old batteries, etc.). 

• Never operate your aircraft in poor or severe weather conditions including heavy winds. precipitation. lightning. etc. 

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• Always operate your aircraft starting with a fully charged battery. Alw:.ys land as soon as possible after the first level low voltage battery warning 0< land immediately after the second level low voltage battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts from the transmitter/personal ground station). 

• Always operate your aircraft when the voltage of the battery In the transmitter/personal ground station Is In a safe range (as indicated by the battery charge status icon on the screen of the transmitter/personal ground station). 

• Always keep the aircraft in clear line of sight and under control, and keep the transmitter/ personal ground station powered on while the aircraft is powered on. 

• Always move the throttle control stick down fully and tum off the motors in the event the propellers/rotor blades come into contact with any objects. • Always allow components and parts to cool after use before touching them and Oying again. 

• Always remove batteries after use and store/transport them per the corresponding guidelines. 

• Avoid water exposure to all electronic components, parts, etc. not specificaly designed and protected for use in water. Moisture causes damage to electronic cO<nponents and parts. 

• Never place any portion of the aircraft or any related accessories, components or parts in your mouth as doing so could cause serious Injury or even death. • Always keep chemicals. small parts and electronic components out of the reach of children. 

• Carefully follow the instructions and warnings included with this aircraft and any related accessories. components or parts (including, but not limited to, char&ers. rechargeable batteries. etc.). 

CAUTION: The electronic speed controls (ESCs) installed in the QSOO are not compatible with any other product, and the QSOO is not compatible with any other ESCs. Use of any other ESCs in the QSOO will cause a crash, which may result in damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. 

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (l)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, induding interference that may c.::ause undesired operation. 

CAUTlON: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible fO< compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment 

This product contains a radio transmitter with wireless technology which has been tested and found to be compliant with the applicable regulations govern- Ing a radio transmitter in the 2.400GHz to 2.4835GHz frequency range. 

Antenna Separation Distance: 

Maintain a separation distance of at least 2 in (SOmm) between your body (not including your fingers. hands and wrists) and the antennas to meet the RF exposure safety requirements detennined by FCC regulations. 

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BATTfRYWARNINGS AND USAGE GUID LINES 

WARNING: Uthium Polymer (UPo) batteries are sl&nificantly more 

volatile than alkilllne. NICd or NIMH batteries. All Instructions and 

wamlnas must be followed enctly to prevent property damage and/or 

serious Injury as the mishandling of UPo batteries can rHult In fire. By 

handling, charging or using the included LIPo battery you assume all risks 

associated with LIPo batteries. If you do not agree with these conditions 

please return the complete product In new, unused condition to the place 

of purchase Immediately. 

• You must always charge the liPo battery in a safe, well-ventilated area 

away from flammable materials. 

• Never charge the UPo battery unattended at any time. When charging 

the battery you must always remain in constant observation to monitor the 

cho:~rging process and react immediately to any potential problems that may 

occur. 

• After flying/discharging the LiPo battery you must allow it to cool to 

ambient/room temperature before recharging. 

• To charge the UPo battery you must use only the included charger or a 

suitably compatible LIPo battery charger. Failure to do so may result in a 

fire causing property damage and/or serious Injury. 

• If at any time the UPo battery begins to balloon or swell, discontinue 

charging or discharging immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect the 

battery, then place it in a safe. open area aw.ly from flammable materials to 

observe it for at least 15 minutes. Continuing to charge or discharge a 

battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a fire. A battery t hat 

has ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed from 

service completely. 

• Do not over-discharge the liPo battery. Discharging the battery too low 

can cause damage to the battery resulting in reduced power, ftight duration 

or failure of the battery entirely. UPo cells should not be discharged to 

below 3.0V each under load. 

• Store the liPo battery at room temperature and in a dry area for best 

results. 

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• When charging. transporting or temporarily storing the UPo battery the 

temperature range should be from approximately 40- 120" F (5- 49° C). Do 

not store the battery or aircraft in a hot garage. car or direct sunlight. If 

stored in a hot garage or car the battery can be damaged or even catch fire. 

• Never leave batteries, chargers and power supplies unattended during 

use. 

• Never attempt to charge low voltage, ballooned/swollen, damaged or wet 

batteries. 

• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge batteries. 

• Never charge a battery if any of the wire leads have been damaged or 

shorted. 

• Never attempt to disassemble the battery, charger or power supply. 

• Never drop batteries, chargers or power supplies. 

• Always Inspect the battery, charger and power supply before charging. 

• Always ensure correct polarity before connecting batteries, chargers and 

power supplies. 

• Always disconnect the battery after charging. 

• Always terminate all processes if the battery, charger or power supply 

malfunctions. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: It's safer and better for the longevity of the battery to 

store it only partially charged for any length or time. Storing the battery 

approximately 50% charged (which is around 3.85V per cell) is typically 

best, however, it will take some careful management of the charge time and 

the use of a volt meter to achieve this voltage. If you have the equipment 

and skills to achieve the 50% charge level for storage it is recommended. If 

not, simply be sure to not store the battery fully charged whenever 

possible. In fact. as long as the battery will be stored at approximately room 

temperature and for no more than a few weeks before the next use, it may 

be best to store the battery in the discharged state after the last night (as 

long as the battery was not over-discharged on the last flight). 
QSOO, CG02·GB AND ST10 OVERVIEW 

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The STlO Is equipped with an internal cooling fan and components that deliver vibrating and 

audible alerts. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Although the STlO is equipped with digital 'trims' (located below the control sticks) they are not active/functional when controlling the Q500. 

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1 00/CGO' iB 

1 CG02·GB Gimbal Camera 

2 Camera LED Status Indicator 

3 Camera Lens 

4 5.8GHz Antenna 

5 Main LED Status Indicator 

6 Power Switch 

T10 

7 Proportional Control Rate Slider 

8 USB Connector/Charging Port 

9 Audio/Earphone Jack 

10 Take Still Photo Button 

11 Start/Stop Motors Button 

12 Rudder/Yaw Control (for Mode 2 and Mode 1) 

13 Throttle/ Altitude Control (for Mode 2) 

Elevator/Pitch Control ((or Mode 1) 

14 5.8GHz Antenna (located inside the case) 

15 Status Indicators (for ST10 battery, S.BGHz WiFi 

ondGPS) 

16 2.4GHz Antenna (lowted inside the handle) 

17 Start/Stop Video Recording Button 

18 Flight Mode Selection Switch 

19 Aileron/Roll Control (Mode 2 and Mode 1) 

20 Elevator/Pitch Control (Mode 2} 

Throttle/Altitude Control (Mode 1) 

21 Power Switch 

22 Volume and Navigation Tooch·Activated Buttons 

(Volume Down/Volume Up/Menu/Home/Bock} 

23 CG02·GB Pitch Angle/Position Control Slider 

24 SD Card Slot (located under the battery} 
ST10 DISPLAY 

The ST10 Is equip~ with a touchscreen display that allows for changing various settings and viewing real·time telemetry data and streaming video during Aighl 

3 • 7 • 1 Model Name 

2 Frames Per Second for Video Recording Button 

3 Status Information 

4 Direction to Home Point 

5 Oock/Current lime 19 6 GPS Status and Number of Satellites for ST10 

7 5.8GHz WiR Video Unk Status 

18 to 8 ST10 Battery Charge Level St.Jtus Icon 

9 Aircraft Battery Volt.Jge 

10 Altitude of Aircraft (Above Ground Level) 17 11 11 Ground Speed of Aircraft 

12 Distance of Aircraft from Home Point 

16 12 13 Model Select Menu Button 

14 Flight Settings Menu Button 

15 System Settings Menu Button 

16 Latitude/Longitude Position of Aircraft 

17 Number of Satellites for Aircraft 

18 GPS Status for Aircraft 

IS 14 13 19 Flight Mode of Aircraft 

QUICK TIP: Double tap on the screen to increase the size of the video viewing area to full-screen and double tap again to return to the st.Jndard size). 

WARNING: NEVER attempt to fly the QSOO via First-Person VteW (FPV). There's a slight 1ag' In the CG02·GB streaming video downlink to the ST10, and 

as a result the streaming video/FPV should only be used for aligning camera shots and not for flying! Attempting to fly via FPV can nesult in a crash that will 

cause damage to the product, property and/or cause serious injury. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Streaming video from the CG02·GB to the ST10 and to a separate phone/tablet (or another Yuneec transmitter/personal ground station) at the same time Is NOT recommended as it will result in a very significant lag in the video downlink. 

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Additional Smart Mode Features: 

'SMART CIRCLE 

In most cases the Smart Cirde will keep the QSOO from coming within 

approximately 26 feet (8 meters) of you (as long as you position yourself at 

least 26 feeU8 meters behind the QSOO. 

GEO-FENCE 

The geo-fence Is a virtual 'barrier' that will keep the QSOO from traveling 

farther than 300 feet (91 meters). And although this limit can be adjusted 

using the USB interface/programmer and software w e strongly recommend 

using the default limit al all times. 

WARNING: Smart Mode only works whon the QSOO Ius a suitable CPS 

sicnal/lock. If you take off In Smart Mode and the QSOO loses GPS 

signal/lock It will switch to Angle (Pilot) Mode automatically. Thlsls why 

we strongly recommend learning to fly In Angle (Pilot) Mode as soon as 

possible. Otherwise. If you lose GPS sisnal/lock and are not able to 

properly control the Q500 In Angle (Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or 

even 'fly away'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly a ways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 

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When the Flight Mode Selection Switch Is the middle position the QSOO 

will be in Angle (also known as Pilot) Mode. 

Angle (Pilot) Mode is the mode preferred 

by experienced RC/drone pilots because 

the QSOO will move In the direction the 

control stick is pushed relative to the 

fronUnose of the aircraft So if you push 

the right-hand stick to the left the QSOO 

will bank toward the left side and move to 

the left. This means if the fronUnose of 

the QSOO Is pointing away from you It will 

move to the left, but If the fronUnose is 

pointing at you the QSOO will move to the 

righl 

Additional Angle (Pilot) Mode Features: 

POSITION HOLD AND SELF-LEVELING 

The QSOO will automatically hold its position (with a suitable GPS 

signal/lock) and maintain a level attitude when the right-hand stick is 

centered. 

WARNING: If you do not properly control the QSOO in Angle (Pilot) Mode 

the aircraft may crash or even 'fly away'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 
When the Flight Mode Selection Swit ch is in the bottom position the QSOO 

will be in Home (also known as Return to Home) Mode. 

LANDING 

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PILOT LOCATION • .,. • 

In Home Mode the the Follow Me 

feature will fly back the QSOO in a 

straight line In the direction of the 

pilots' current location, and 

automatically land within 13-26 It 

(4-Sm) of the pilot. This can be 

very helpful for ~rst-time pilots 

who aren't quite ready to land the 

QSOO themselves. It c•n •lso be 

helpful for pilots that lose orientation during night; simply activate 

Home Mode until the QSOO 

automatically moves toward the 

home position, and once you've 

confinned orientation switch back 

to Angle (Pilot) Mode. And if the 

QSOO ever loses the link with the 

ST10 it will automatically enter Home Mode. When Home Mode Is 

activated the QSOO will respond as follows: 

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A) When flying higher than 33 feet (10 meters) the QSOO will maintain the 

current altitude, nv back to the home point, then descend vertically until it 

i;Jnds. 

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B) When flying lower than 33 feet (10 meters) the QSOO will climb to 33 

feet (10 meters) while Oying back to the home point. then will descend 

vertically until it lands. 
INSTALLING THE FLIGHT BATTERY 

After the flight battery has been fully charged it's ready to be installed in the 

QSOO: 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Keep the QSOO level relative to the ground when 

installing the battery. 

STEP 1) Push the area at the top of the battery door to release the 

latch/lock, and then open the door. 

STEP 2) With the side of the oottery cartridge that has the 'UP' arrow 

marking oriented upward, hold the handle and slide the battery into the 

battery compartment until you feel the connector make a positive connection. 

NOTE: If you do not install the battery in the correct orientation it will not 

be possible to make a positive connection. 

STEP 3) Oose the battery door by pushing the anea at the lop to engage the 

latch/lock. 

NOTE: If the door will not close because it's coming into contact with the handle on the battery cartridge, the battery is not inserted far enough to 

engage the connector properly. 

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The QSOO requires a suitable GPS signal/lock In order to start the motors 

and to be flown. This means it should only be operated outdoors in open 

areas that are free from people, vehicles and other obstructions. And in 

order to acquire a suitable GPS signal/lock it's critical that the GPS antenna 

Installed in the top of the QSOO always have a clear view of the sky (too• 

minimum clearance required). 

WARNING: Do NOT attempt to fly 

near or between tall buildings/obstructions, near or under dense 

vegetation, structures or Indoors. Do 

NOT attempt to fly the QSOO with GPS enabled indoors or In any 

location known to have poor GPS coverage. And do NOT disable/turn off 

GPS unless you're able to properly control the QSOO in Angle (Pilot) Mode 

without GPS assistance and accept ALL responsibility and liability for 

crashes or 'fly aways'. 

If the QSOO loses GPS signal/lock while flying it can only be flown in Angle 

(Pilot) Mode. Smart Mode and Home Mode, along with their corresponding 

features. will no longer work. And the Main LED Status Indicator will flash 

purple and the Below Motor LED Status Indicators will flash three (3) times 

per second then will stay off for one (1) second when the QSOO loses GPS 

signal/lock (or If GPS has been disabled/turned off). 

If the GPS signal/lock is reacquired (after receiving 5- 10 seconds of 

suitable GPS signal), Smart Mode and Home Mode will work again. 

WARNING: Loss of GPS signal/lock may result In a crash or even a 'fly 

away'. 
IMPORT ANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly a ways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 

NO-FLY ZONES 

With a suitable GPS signal/lock It will not be possible to start the motors. 

takeoff or ny the QSOO In the 'No-Fly Zones' within a 4 mile (6.4 kilometer) 

radius of most major airports. 

PREPAPING TO FLY 

WARNING: Before flying you MUST review and understand all of the 

NOTICES AND WARNINGS and the GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

AND WARNINGS found near the beginning of this instruction manual. 

Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could 

result in damage to the product property and/or cause serious injury. 

WARNING: Always operate the QSOO in open areas (approximately 10000 

square feel/930 square meters or more) that are free from people, vehkl<!s, 

trees and other obstructions. Never fly near or above crowds, airports or 

buildings. 

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Never attempt to operate the QSOO 

nearby tall buildings/obstructions 

that do not offer a clear view of the 

sky (a minimum clearance of too•). 

After selecting a suitable flylns area, 

please follow these steps: 

Step 1) ALWAYS tum the ST10 on 

and allow it to boot up fully BEFORE 

turning the QSOO on. 

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IMPORTANT NOTE: If you're a first-time pilot we strongly recommend 

putting the Flight Mode Selection Switch (located just above the right-hand 

control stick) In the top position to activate Smart Mode. Or, if you're an 

experienced RC/drone pilot we strongly recommend putting the switch In 

the middle position to activate Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

Step 2) Place the QSOO on a level and stable surface then slide the power 

switch to the 'ON' position. DO NOT TOUCH OR MOVE THE QSOO 

UNTIL THE INITIAUZATION PROCESS IS COMPLETE. The Main LED 

Status Indicator on the bottom of the QSOO will show one of the following 

indications when initialization is complete: 

• The QSOO is in Smart Mode with 

GPS lock Glows solid green 

• The QSOO Is in Smart Mode without 

GPS lock Rashes green (3 times per 

second) then off (for 1 second) 

• The QSOO is in Angle (Pilot) Mode 

with GPS lock Glows solid purple 

• The QSOO is in Angle (Pilot) Mode 

without GPS lock Flashes purple (3 

times per second) then off (for 1 

second) 

Step 3) If you do not have a GPS lock 

move the QSOO to a different area, 

tum it off, then back on again. Or, if 

you have a GPS lock, proceed to lhe 

next step. 

Step 5) Step back approximately 26 feet (8 meters) behind the QSOO. 
Step 6) Press and hold the red 

START /STOP button for approxl· 

mately three (3) seconds to start the 

motors. Or you can lower the 

left·hand stick all the way, move it all 

the way to the left, then all the way to 

the right and back to the middle to 

start the motors. 

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WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the QSOO in winds 

that exceed 8-12 miles per hour (13-19 kilometers per 

hour). 

To takeoff, slowly raise the left-hand stick to slightly above the center 

position. The QSOO will takeoff and climb slowly (or raise the stick further 

until it does). Allow the stick to return to the center position when the 

QSOO reaches the desired altitude. 

Take your time learning how the QSOO responds to various control inputs 

while flying. In Smart Mode the QSOO will always move in the direction the 

right-hand control stick is pushed relative to the pilot and no matter which 

way the front/nose is pointed. In Angle (Pilot) Mode the QSOO will move in 

the direction the control stick is pushed relative to the front/nose of the 

aircraft (and the 'angle' of movement Is determined by how far you push the 

stick away from the center position). And please see the corresponding 

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sections of this Instruction manual for more information on Smart Mode 

and Angle (Pilot) Mode. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: If at any time during night you feel like the QSOO Is 

drifting out of/beyond your control, simply release both control sticks. The 

QSOO will automatically self-level and will even hold its position (with a 

suitable GPS signal/lock) when both control sticks are centered. You can 

also activate Home Mode so the QSOO automatically flies itself back to the 

home point and lands. 

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There are two ways to land the QSOO: 

1) Pooition the QSOO above the area where you would like to land. Slowly 

lower the left-hand stick to below the center position. The QSOO will 

descend slowly and land. After the QSOO lands, press and hold the red 

START/STOP button for approximately two (2) seconds to stop the motors. 

2) Activate Home Mode and the QSOO will automatically fly itself back to the 

home point and will land within a 10 foot (3 meter) diameter circle around it. 

WARNING: Always land as soon as possible after the first level low voltage 

battery warning, or land Immediately after the second level low voltage 

battery warning (as indicated by the vibrations and audible alerts from the 

ST10. and by the Below Motor LED Status indicators flashing rapidly). And 

if at any time the Aircraft Battery Voltage shown on the screen is below 

10.7V, Iand the QSOO immediately. 

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ALWAYS turn off the QSOO BEFORE turning off the ST10. Then remove 

the battery frorn the QSOO and allow It to cool to ambient/room temperature 

before recharging. 
WARNING: Do NOT leave the ST10 and QSOO powered on and do NOT 

leave the flight battery Installed In the QSOO as doing so can over-disd>arge 

and damage the batteries. Over-discharging can cause damage to the batteries 

resulting in reduced perfonnance or failure of the batteries entirely. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Battery damage, crash damage and 'fly aways' are 

NOT covered under warranty. 

DI5ABL NG GPS 

WARNING: Smart Mode and Home Mode, along with their corresponding 

features, only work when GPS is active and the QSOO has a suitable GPS 

signal/lock. II you disable/tum off GPS the QSOO can only be flown in 

Angle (Pilot) Mode. And II you cannot properly control the QSOO in Angle 

(Pilot) Mode the aircraft may crash or even 'fly away'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Crash damage and 'fly aways' are NOT covered under 

warranty. 

We do not typically recommend disabling GPS lor any reason, especially if 

you're a first-time or low-time plloL However. if you're an experienced 

pilot that's able to properly control the QSOO in Angle (Pilot) Mode, and you 

do not exceed any attitude/ distance limits or fly in any 'no Ay zones' in your 

area, you can disable/turn off GPS. And do NOT disable/tum off GPS 

unless you accept ALL responsibility and liability lor crashes or 'fly aways'. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every time you tum the QSOO on It will default to 

having GPS active/on (even if you disabled GPS the last time is was 

powered on). 

Step 1) While the ST10 and QSOO are powered on and linked (and the 

motors are NOT running), move the Proportional Control Rate Slider on the 

right side of the ST10 to the uppermost (rabbit) position. 

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Step 2) Move the right-hand stick all the way to the right and hold it there 

until step 3 Is completed. 

Step 3) Move the Flight Mode Selection Switch from Smart to Home and 

Home to Smart mode 4 times in 3 seconds. 

When GPS has been disabled successfully the QSOO will emit an audible 

indication and the GPS status on the ST10 screen will show 'Disabled'. 

Also, the Main LED Status Indicator will flash purple and the Below Motor 

LED Status Indicators will flash three (3) times per second then will stay off 

lor one (1) second. 

GPAPHICAL USfR INTERFACE (GUI) 

You can download the graphical user Interface (GUI) software on the QSOO 

product page at www.Yuneec.com. Follow the on-screen instructions to 

install and operate the software which allows you to see the status of all 

sensors, to adjust various settings, check GPS accuracy, update firmware 

and more using the included USB Interface/Programmer.