UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION 

WASIITNGTON, DC 

IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION FOR EXEMPTION OF: 

DRONES PLUS, INC. 

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FOR AN EXEMPTION SEEKING RELIEF FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF TITLE 

14 OF THE CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS 

SECTIONS 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 

91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), AND 91.417(a) & (b) CONCERNING COMMERCIAL 

OPERATION OF a) DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+, b) DJI PHANTOM 3, and c) 

DJI INSPIRE 1 UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS PURSUANT TO 

SECTION 333 OF THE FAA MODERNIZATION AND REFORM ACT OF 2012 

(PUBLIC LAW 112-95) 

Submitted on JUNE 11, 2015 

Drones Plus, Inc. 

Marcus Mizzi, Owner 

5010 S Decatur Blvd, Unit H 

Las Vegas NV 89118 

(702) 577-1923 

rnarcus@dronespl us. corn 
TABLE OF CONTENTS 

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GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS . .. . .. ... . . .. . . .. . .. .. . . . . . .. . .. .. .. . . . ... .. . ... .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 

SUMMARY................................................................................ 4 

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF PETITIONER......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4 

BACKGROUND.................................................. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 

BASIS FOR PETITION... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 

NAME AND ADDRESS OF PETITIONER... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 

THE SPECIFIC SECTIONS OF 14 C.F.R. FROM WHICH, DRONES PLUS, INC. 

SEEKS EXEMPTION.................................................................. 7 

THE EXTENT OF RELIEF DRONES PLUS, INC. SEEKS AND THE REASON 

DRONES PLUS, INC. SEEKS THE RELIEF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 

THE REASONS WHY GRANTING DRONES PLUS, INC.'S REQUEST WOULD 

BE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 13 

THE REASONS WHY GRANTING THE EXEMPTION WOULD NOT 

ADVERSELY AFFECT SAFETY.................................................... 16 

CONCLUSION... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 

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Above Ground Level 

Area of Interest 

Air Traffic Control 

Air Traffic Organization 

Aerial Vehicle 

Code ofF ederal Regulations 

Certificate of Authorization 

Federal Aviation Administration 

Federal Aviation Regulation 

Ground Control Station 

Global Positioning System 

Loss of Link 

National Airspace System 

Notice to Airman 

Pilot In Command 

FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (FMRA) 

Safety Observer 

Standard Operating Procedures 

Unmanned Aircraft 

Unmanned Aircraft System 

Visual Flight Rules 

Visual Line of Site 

Visual Meteorological Conditions 

Vertical Takeoff and Landing 

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SUMMARY 

Drones Plus, Inc. seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) & 

(b), 91. 7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b ), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l ), 91.409(a)(l) & 

( a)(2), and 91.417( a) & (b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System pursuant to Section 333 

ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (FMRA). This exemption will permit 

Drones Plus, Inc. to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the commercial purpose 

of conducting aerial video and photography for real estate photography, wedding 

videography, special events, film sets and landscape over certain areas of the United States. 

INTRODUCTION AND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER 

Drones Plus, Inc. is the largest retailer specializing in drones in the United States. It is 

the mission of Drones Plus, Inc. to provide our clients with expertise and knowledge in all 

aspects of picture, video & audio production, as well as provide them with advanced 

technologies & solutions that will increase efficiency, productivity and effectiveness. Drones 

Plus, Inc. also provides clients with the highest quality digital content for use in their 

commercial, personal, and non-profit multimedia projects. Drones Plus, Inc. has several years 

of professional experience in photography and videography and has become recognized as an 

expert in this field. 

Drones Plus, Inc. has 2 years of recreational/hobby experience in all aspects of aerial 

video and photography. The objective of Drones Plus, Inc.'s aerial video and photography 

operations is to provide high quality imaging for a variety of commercial, public, and 

residential uses, specifically targeting: 

• Real Estate V ideography and Photography 

• Wedding Videography and Photography 

• Land survey & appraisals 

• Equipment Inspections 

• Roof Inspections 

• Construction sites before & after 

• Precision Agriculture 

• Creation of commercial messages for Television. 

• Search and Rescue Operations 

• Motion Picture Filming 

• Drone Educational Classes 

• Increase public knowledge ofUAS and promote safe UAS operations. 

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BACKGROUND 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems: DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 UASs 

Drones Plus, Inc. seeks an exemption to operate DJI systems for compensation or hire 

within the NAS. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 are vertical 

takeoff and landing (VTOL) Unmanned Aircraft (UA) with a Ground Control Station (GCS) 

utilizing electronic tablet or smart phone systems. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ has a 

maximum gross weight of approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces, while having a length of 16 

inches width of 16 inches, height of 8 inches, and a maximum speed of approximately 29 

knots. The DJI Phantom 3 has a maximum gross weight of approximately 2 pounds 13 

ounces, while having a length of 16 inches by 16 inches, height of 8 inches, and a maximum 

speed of approximately 31 knots. The DJI Inspire 1 has a maximum gross weight of 6 pounds 

7.5 ounces, a length of 17.3 inches, width of 17.7 inches, height of 11.8 inches, and a 

maximum speed of approximately 42 knots. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, 

and DJI Inspire 1 UAs are equipped with four main rotors; driven by Lithium Polymer 

battery powered electric motors. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs that will be operated 

by Drones Plus, Inc. will be registered in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 44103, Registration of 

Aircrqft, as well as 14 C.F.R Part 47, Aircraft Registration, and marked in accordance with 

14 C.P.R. Part 45, Identification and Registration Marking. 

BASIS FOR PETITION 

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Petitioner, Drones Plus, Inc., pursuant to the provisions ofthe Federal Aviation 

Regulations ( 14 C.F .R. § 11.61) and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 

(FMRA), Section 333, Special Rules for Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems, hereby petitions 

the Administrator to commercially operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and 

DJI Inspire 1 UASs in the National Airspace System (NAS), and for an exemption from the 

requirements of 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 

91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). 

In consideration of the speed, weight, size, and limited operating area associated with 

the unmanned aircraft and its operation, Drones Plus, Inc. operation ofDJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs meets the conditions ofFMRA Section 333 

and therefore, will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.P.R. Part 

21, Subpart H. 

Accordingly, Drones Plus, Inc. requests relief from Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 

91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b), as these sections set forth requirements for 

maintenance that only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. 

Drones Plus, Inc. submits that the requested relief is proper since an equivalent level 

of safety will be ensured. Drones Plus, Inc. will use experienced personnel or technicians to 

perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UASs using the methods, 
techniques, and practices prescribed in the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance 

Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual). 

Furthermore, Drones Plus, Inc. will document and maintain all maintenance records for the 

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs. 

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Relief from certain requirements of Section 61.113(a) and (b), entitled Private pilot 

privileges and limitations: Pilot in command, is requested by Drones Plus, Inc. to the extent 

necessary to allow a Pilot in Command (PIC) holding a private pilot or higher level certificate, 

as well as an airman medical certificate, and who has demonstrated, by meeting minimum 

flight- hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 

2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs in a manner consistent with this 

exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate 

distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Drones Plus, Inc. seeks relieffrom Section 91.7(a), entitled Civil aircraft 

airworthiness, because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs 

do not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.P.R. Part 21, Subpart H. 

As such, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that they will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs are in an airworthy condition, prior to every flight, by 

determining that the UASs are in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly 

Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction 

Manual), and that the aircraft are in a condition for safe flight. 

Drones Plus, Inc. also seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 91.121, 

entitled Altimeter Settings, as the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 

UAs will not have a typical barometric altimeter onboard. However, altitude information of 

the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs will be provided to the PIC 

via Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment and radio communications telemetry data 

link, which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring ofthe flight path. This 

altitude information, combined with Drones Plus, Inc.'s operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs within visual line of sight, at or below 500 

feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. 

Additionally, Drones Plus, Inc. seeks an exemption from the requirements of Section 

91.151 (b), entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions. Drones Plus, Inc. submits 

that safety will not be affected by operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in visual 

meteorological conditions (VMC) under visual flight rules (VFR), with enough battery power 

to fly for a total duration of approximately 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing 

and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. 
In accordance with 14 C.F .R. § 11.81, Drones Plus, Inc. provides the following 

information in support of its petition for exemption: 

A. Name And Address Of The Petitioner. 

The name and address of the Petitioner and point of contact is: 

Marcus Mizzi 

c/o Drones Plus, Inc. 

5010 S Decatur Blvd, Unit H 

Las Vegas NV 89118 

Tel: (702) 577-1923 

Email: marcus@dronesplus.com 

B. The Specific Sections Of 14 C.F.R. From Which Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption. 

1. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

Part 21, Subpart H 

14 C.F.R Part 21, Subpart H, establishes the procedural requirements for the issuance 

of airworthiness certificates as required by 14 C.F.R. §91.203(a)(l) 

2. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

61.113(a) And (b). 

Section 61.113, entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command, 

subsections (a) and (b) prescribe the following, in relevant part: 

(a) No person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command 

(PIC) of an aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for compensation or 

hire; nor may that person, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft. 

(b) A private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC 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. 

3. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.7(a). 

Section 91.7, entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, subsection (a), states the following: 

(a) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. 

4. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.121. 

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Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, subsection (a), states the following, in part: 

(a) Each person operating an aircraft shall maintain the cruising altitude or flight level 

of that aircraft, as the case may be, by reference to an altimeter that is set, when 

operating--

(1) Below 18,000 feet MSL, to--

( i) The current reported altimeter setting of a station along the route and 

within 100 nautical miles of the aircraft; 

(ii)there is no station within the area prescribed in paragraph (a)(1)(i) of this 

section, the current reported altimeter setting of an appropriate available 

station; or 

(iii) the case of an aircraft not equipped with a radio, the elevation of the 

departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available before 

departure. 

5. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.151(b). 

Section 91.151, entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, subsection 

(b), states the following: 

(b )No person may begin a flight in a rotorcraft 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, to fly 

after that for at least 20 minutes. 

6. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirement Of Section 

91.405(a). 

Section 91.405, entitled Maintenance required, subsection (a), states the following: 

Each owner or operator of an aircraft-

(a) Shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall 

between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, 

have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter[.] 

7. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.407(a)(l) 

Section 91.407, entitled Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, 

rebuilding, or alteration, subsection (a)(l), states the following: 

(a) No person may operate any aircraft that has undergone maintenance, 

preventive maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless--

(1) It has been approved for return to service by a person authorized under§ 

4 3. 7 of this chapter[.] 

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8. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 

91.409(a)(l) And 91.409(a)(2). 

Section 91.409, entitled Inspections, subsection (a), states the following: 

(a) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, no person may operate an 

aircraft unless, within the preceding 12 calendar months, it has had--

(1)An annual inspection in accordance with part 43 of this chapter and has 

been approved for return to service by a person authorized by§ 43.7 of this 

chapter~ or 

(2)An inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 

part 21 ofthis chapter. 

9. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.417(a} And 

91.417{b}. 

Section 91.417, entitled Maintenance records, subsections (a) and (b), state the 

following: 

(a) Except for work performed in accordance with§§ 91.411 and 91.413, each 

registered owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods 

specified in paragraph (b) of this section: 

(!)Records ofthe 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. 

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(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. 

C. The Extent Of Relief Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks And The Reason Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks 

The Relief. 

9. Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption From The Requirements Of Section Part 21, 

Subpart H 

Given the size and limited operating area associated with the UAS to be utilized by Drones 

Plus, Inc., an exemption from Part 21 Subpart H meets the requirements of an equivalent level 

of safety under Part 11 and Section 333 of the Reform Act. 

The Federal Aviation Act (49 U.S. C.§ 44701(£)) and Section 333 ofthe Reform Act both 

authorize the FAA to exempt aircraft from the requirement for an airworthiness certificate, 

upon consideration of the size, weight, speed, operational capability, and proximity to 

airports and populated areas of the particular UAS. 

In all cases, an analysis of these criteria demonstrates that the UAS operated without an 

airworthiness certificate, in the restricted environment and under the conditions proposed will 

be at least as safe, or safer, than a conventional rotorcraft operating with an airworthiness 

certificate without the restrictions and conditions of the proposed UAS operations. 

10. Extent Of Relief Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks And The Reason Drones Plus, Inc. 

Seeks Relief From Section 61.113(a) And (b). 

Relief from Section 61.113( a) and (b) entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in 

command, is requested to the extent necessary to allow a PIC holding a private pilot or higher 

level certificate, as well as a current and valid airman medical certificate, and who has met 

certain flight-hour and currency requirements, to conduct the proposed UAS flight operations 

for compensation or hire. 

This relief is requested since the limitations set forth in Section 61.113( a) and (b) state that a 

private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC 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. 

As set forth more fully below, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that an equivalent level of safety 

will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, 

DJI Phantom 3, UAS or DJI Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has met certain flight-hour and 

currency requirements, demonstrating that the PIC is able to safely operate either the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with the 

operations specifications as described in this exemption, including evasive and emergency 

maneuvers, as well as maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and 

structures. 

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Further, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that all flights ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 

3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, conducted by the PIC pursuant to the grant of this Petition: (1) will 

be incidental to Drones Plus, Inc.' business~ and (2) will not carry passengers or property for 

compensation or hire. 

11. Extent Of Relief Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks And The Reason Drones Plus, Inc. 

Seeks Relief From Section 91.7(a). 

Relief from Section 91.7(a) entitled Civil aircraft ainvorthiness, is requested to the extent 

required to allow Drones Plus, Inc. to determine that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs are in airworthy condition prior to every flight by 

ensuring that the UAS is in compliance with the operating documents (i.e., the Drones Plus, 

Inc. Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual). 

Drones Plus, Inc. seeks the requested relief because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 

3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 

C.P.R. Part 21, Subpart H. Therefore, Drones Plus, Inc. will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs are in airworthy condition based upon its 

compliance with the operating documents (i.e., Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 

2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual) prior to every flight, and 

further, determine that the aircraft are in condition for safe flight, as stated in the conditions 

and limitations below. 

12. Extent Of Relief Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks And The Reason Drones Plus, Inc. 

Seeks Relief From Section 91.121. 

Relief from Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, may be required to allow flight 

operations of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, which 

utilize a barometric pressure sensor, GPS equipment, and a radio communications telemetry 

data link to downlink altitude information from the UA to the PIC at the ground control 

station (GCS). Since the FAA requires that any altitude information concerning UAS 

operations be reported to air traffic control (ATC) in feet above ground level (AGL), Drones 

Plus, Inc. seeks the requested reliefbecause the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and 
DJI Inspire 1 UA's altimeter may be set on the ground to zero feet AGL, rather than the local 

barometric pressure or field altitude, before each flight. 

Considering the limited altitude of the proposed operations, relief from 14 CFR 91.121 is 

sought to the extent necessary to comply with the applicable conditions and limitations stated 

below. As more fully set forth herein, an equivalent level of safety will be maintained since 

the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs are equipped with 

a barometric pressure sensor and GPS equipment, which automatically ensures that a ground 

level pressure setting will be established prior to each flight, and provides the PIC with 

altitude information of the UA on the heads-up display of the GCS. 

13. Extent Of Relief Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks And The Reason Drones Plus, Inc. 

Seeks Relief From Section 91.151(b). 

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Relief from Section 91.151 (b) entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, is 

requested to the extent required to allow flights of the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in visual 

meteorological conditions (VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), for a total duration of 13.5 

minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly 

after that for at least 4.5 minutes. Drones Plus, Inc. seeks the requested relief because without 

an exemption from Section 91.151 (b), the flight time duration of the battery powered DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs will severely constrain the 

practicality of any aerial video or still photo flight operations that Drones Plus, Inc. proposes 

to conduct pursuant to this Petition. 

Significantly, as set forth below, the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, 

DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 operating documents, and Drones Plus, Inc.'s proposed operating limitations, ensure 

that Drones Plus, Inc. will safely operate the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in visual meteorological conditions 

(VMC), under visual flight rules (VFR), with enough battery power to fly for a total duration 

of 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to 

fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. 

14. Extent Of Relief Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks And The Reason Drones Plus, Inc. 

Seeks Relief From Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), And 

91.417(a) & (b). 

Since Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) only apply 

to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, Drones Plus, Inc. requests relief from these 

Sections because the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not 

require airworthiness certificates. As set forth more fully below, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, 

DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs meet the conditions ofFMRA Section 333 for 

operation without an airworthiness certificate. Accordingly, Drones Plus, Inc. will use trained 

technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or preventive maintenance on the UASs using 
the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the UAS operating documents (i.e., the 

Drones Plus, Inc. Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction Manual). Furthermore, Drones Plus, 

Inc. will document and maintain all maintenance records for the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs. 

C. The Reasons Why Granting Drones Plus, Inc. Request Would Be In The Public 

Interest; That Is, How It Would Benefit The Public As A Whole. 

Granting the present Petition will further the public interest by allowing Drones Plus, Inc. to 

safely, efficiently, and economically perform aerial video and photography of, real estate, 

wedding films, special events, precision agriculture, land survey & appraisal, construction 

sites, equipment & roof inspections, film sets and landscape over certain areas of the United 

States. 

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Additionally, use ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire I UASs will 

decrease congestion of the NAS, reduce pollution, and provide significant benefits to the 

economy. Notably, the benefits of Drones Plus, Inc.'s proposed operation of the DJI Phantom 

2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be realized without implicating any 

pnvacy Issues. 

1. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion Of The NAS. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs are battery powered and 

serve as a safe, efficient, and economical alternative to the manned aircraft traditionally 

utilized to obtain aerial imagery. By reducing the amount of manned aircraft needed to 

perform aerial acquisitions, an exemption allowing the use of a DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS would reduce the amount of manned aircraft in the NAS, 

reduce noise and air pollution, as well as increase the safety of life and property in the air and 

on the ground. 

Furthermore, by reducing the number of manned aircraft operating in the NAS, congestion 

around airports caused by arriving and departing aircraft will be reduced. The DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs do not require an airport to takeoff or land. 

Likewise, a reduction of manned aircraft conducting aerial video and photography missions 

would result in fewer aircraft that must be handled by air traffic control during the ground, 

takeoff, departure, arrival, and landing phases of flight operations. 

2. The Public Will Benefit From The Safety And Efficiency Of The DJI Phantom 

2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs. 

Conducting aerial acquisitions with the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 U AS's, instead of manned aircraft, will greatly benefit the public by drastically 

reducing the levels of air and noise pollution generated during traditional aerial video and still 

photography flight operations. By using battery power and electric motors, the DJI Phantom 2 
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Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs produce no air pollution, and is the most 

viable environmentally conscious alternative to the cabin class, six cylinder internal 

combustion engine aircraft that are typically utilized for aerial video and photography, while 

burning approximately 20-30 gallons per hour ofleaded aviation fuel. The DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs, while reducing the carbon footprint of aerial 

acquisitions, also eliminates noise pollution, as the UAs are propelled by battery powered 

electric motors, rather than an internal combustion engine. 

By using the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 U AS's to perform 

aerial acquisitions, the substantial risk to life and property in the air and on the ground, which 

is usually associated with traditional manned aircraft flight operations, will be substantially 

reduced or completely eliminated. Aside from the lack of flight crew members located 

onboard the aircraft, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs 

(weighing approximately 2 pounds 11 ounces, 2 pounds 13 ounces, and 6 pounds 7.5 ounces 

respectively, at their maximum gross weights with I engths of 16 inches, 16 inches, and 17.3 

inches respectively, widths of 16 inches, 16 inches, and 17.7 inches respectively, and with no 

fuel on board), has less physical potential for collateral damage to life and property on the 

ground, and in the air, compared to the manned aircraft that typically conduct similar 

operations (weighing approximately 6,000 pounds with a wingspan of approximately 42 feet, 

a length of 34 feet, and a fuel capacity of 180 gallons). 

3. Performing Aerial Video and Photography Operations With The DJI Phantom 

2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Will Benefit The Economy. 

In addition to being safe and efficient, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 UASs are also an economical alternative to using manned aircraft to conduct similar 

aerial operations. As such, operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 UASs will allow United States based companies, like Drones Plus, Inc., to remain 

competitive and contribute to growth ofthe U.S. economy. Specifically, with the rising cost 

of aviation fuel and the Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") regulatory actions 

phasing out leaded aviation fuels, U.S. owned and operated companies must adopt new and 

alternative technology in order to remain competitive. Operating the battery powered DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs is one such technology that not 

only allows companies greater operational flexibility compared to manned aircraft, but 

provides such flexibility without the high operational cost of a traditional manned aircraft. 

By operating the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire· 1 UASs, companies 

such as Drones Plus, Inc., can remain competitive and profitable, and therefore, provide 

greater job stability to employees and contractors, which will ultimately contribute to growth 

of the U.S. economy. Improved financial performance ofU.S. companies, through 

commercial use of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, 

provides a stable workforce that increases consumer spending; improves local, state, and 

federal tax revenues; and allows companies to invest in research and development in order to 

remain competitive both in the United States and abroad. 
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4. There Are No Privacy Issues. 

Similar to the manned aerial acquisition flight operations that have been conducted for 

decades, Drones Plus, Inc.'s proposed operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 

3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will not implicate any privacy issues. Specifically, the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be operated only in 

compliance with operating documents (i.e., the Drones Plus, Inc. Aerial Operations Manual, 

Monthly Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 

Instruction Manual) which requires property owner involvement as well as local law 

enforcement notification, and in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations, including 

the minimum altitude requirements of 14 C.F .R. § 91.119. 

D. The Reasons Why Granting The Exemption Would Not Adversely Affect Safety, 

Or How The Exemption Would Provide A Level Of Safety At Least Equal To That 

Provided By The Rule From Which Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption. 

1. Reasons Why The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 

UAs Meet The Conditions Of The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 

(FMRA) Section 333. 

In consideration of the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the 

unmanned aircraft and its operation, Drones Plus, Inc.'s operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAS's meet the conditions ofFMRA Section 333, 

and will not require an airworthiness certificate in accordance with 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart 

H. 

Section 333 provides authority for a UAS to operate without airworthiness certification and 

sets forth requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard to users ofthe 

NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security. Specifically, FMRA 

Section 333 states the following, in part: 

(a) In General--Notwithstanding any other requirement of this subtitle, and not 

later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of 

Transportation shall determine if certain unmanned aircraft systems may 

operate safely in the national airspace system before completion of the plan and 

rulemaking required by section 332 of this Act or the guidance required by 

section 334 of this Act. 

(b) Assessment of Unmanned Aircraft Systems.--In making the determination 

under subsection (a), the Secretary shall determine, at a minimum--

(1) which types of unmanned aircraft systems, if any, as a result of their size, 

weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports and populated 

areas, and operation within visual line of sight do not create a hazard to 

users of the national airspace system or the public or pose a threat to 

national security; and 
(2) whether a certificate of waiver, certificate of authorization, or 

airworthiness certification under section 44704 of title 49, United 

States Code, is required for the operation of unmanned aircraft 

systems identified under paragraph (1). 

(c) Requirements for Safe Operation.--Ifthe Secretary determines under this 

section that certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the 

national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the safe 

operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system. 

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In seeking this exemption, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs can operate safely in the NAS pursuant to FMRA Section 

333, as demonstrated by: (a) the characteristics ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, 

and DJI Inspire 1 UASs; (b) the pilot certification requirement; and (c) the specific operating 

limitations. 

a. The Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and 

DJI Inspire 1 UASs Demonstrate Its Safe Characteristics. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs do not create a hazard 

to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security considering 

its size, weight, speed, and operational capability. 

i. Technical Specifications Of The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and 

DJI Inspire 1 UASs. The technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs are set forth by the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Specifications and Data Sheet, attached hereto as Exhibit A, B 

and C. 

ii. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs 

Autonomous Flight And Navigation Modes Enable The UASs To Remain Within A 

Defined Operational Area. 

The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs may be operated in both 

manual and fully autonomous flight modes. A complete description of the flight and 

navigational modes of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs 

are provided at pages 23- 41 ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+; pages 23-29 ofthe, DJI Phantom 

3; and pages 12-18 and 45-52 of the DJI Inspire 1 User Manuals, attached hereto as Exhibit D, 

E, and F. 

m. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs Are 

Designed For Automatic Return To Home Point Or Hover In The Event Of Loss Of 

The Control Link Or Navigation. 

When the Control Link is lost, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 

UAs will remain stationary, in flight, for 3 seconds or more. If, after 3 seconds, the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs do not reacquire control link data 
from the GCS, the UAs will assume that the Control Link is lost and the UAs will return to 

the home position (i.e., failsafe mode) via GPS, and will descend to the takeoff position and 

shutdown. A complete description of the Failsafe Functions for the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ 

UAS are set forth at pages 32 through 34 of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ User Manual; page 

12 for the DJI Phantom 3; and for the DJI Inspire 1 at pages 13 through 15 of the DJI Inspire 

1 User Manual, attached hereto as Exhibit D, E and F. 

iv. The DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 GCS And Its 

Operation. 

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A complete description of the operation and specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 GCS and flight control software is provided at pages 7 through 

17 of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ User Manual; 11 through 46 of the DJI Phantom 3 User 

Manual; and pages 24 through 34 of the DJI Inspire 1 User Manual. DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ 

and DJI Inspire 1 User Manuals are attached hereto as Exhibits D, E, and F. 

b. Flight Operations Of DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 

1 UASs Are Limited To The Line Of Sight Of A Certificated Pilot in Command With 

A Safety Observer. 

Drones Plus, Inc. will only utilize certificated pilots who possess a current and valid airman 

medical certificate to act as a pilot in command (PIC) ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs. Additionally, a safety observer will assist all pilots 

during flight time. 

c. Flights OfDJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs 

Will Be Conducted Pursuant To Specific Operating Limitations. 

In seeking this exemption, Drones Plus, Inc. proposes to commercially operate DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs for the special purpose of 

conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas of United States, pursuant to 

the following specific operating limitations: 

1. Operations authorized by this grant of exemption will be limited to the following 

aircraft described in the operating documents, rotorcraft UASs weighing less than 55 pounds 

maximum gross weight: DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 

Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Proposed operations of any other aircraft will require a new 

petition or a petition to amend this grant. 

2. UAS operations under this exemption will be limited to conducting operations for 

the purpose of aerial video and photography. 

3. The UAs may not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 20 knots. 

4. The UA must be operated at an altitude of no more than 500 feet above ground level 

(AGL), as indicated by the procedures specified in the operating documents unless a special 
request is made and approved by ATC. All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet AGL. 

5. The UAs 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. 

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6. The use of first person view (FPV) by the PIC or safety observer (SO) is not permitted. 

7. All operations must utilize a safety observer (SO). The SO may be used to satisfy the 

VLOS requirement as long as the PIC always maintains VLOS capability. The SO and PIC 

must be able to communicate verbally at all times. Electronic messaging or texting is not 

permitted during flight operations. The PIC must be designated before the flight and cannot 

transfer his or her designation for the duration of the flight. The PIC must ensure that the SO 

can perform the functions prescribed in the operating documents. 

8. The SO must not perform any other duties beyond assisting the PIC with seeing 

and avoiding other air traffic and other ground based obstacles/obstructions and is not 

permitted to operate the camera or other instruments. 

9. The operating documents and the grant of exemption must be accessible during UAS 

operations and made available to the Administrator upon request. If a discrepancy exists 

between the conditions and limitations contained in the grant of exemption and the 

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

the grant of exemption take precedence and must 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 upon request. The operator 

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

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

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

for amendment to its grant of exemption. The FAA's VAS Integration Office (AFS-80) 

may be contacted if questions arise regarding updates or revisions to the operating 

documents. 

10. Prior to each flight the PIC must inspect the UAS to ensure that it is in a condition for 

safe flight. If the inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the 

aircraft is prohibited from operating until the necessary maintenance has been performed and 

the UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. The Ground Control Station must be 

included in the preflight inspection. All maintenance and alterations must be properly 

documented in the aircraft records. 

11. Any UAS that has undergone maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS 

operation or flight characteristics, e.g. replacement of a flight critical component, must 

undergo a functional test flight. The PIC who conducts the functional test flight must make 

an entry in the aircraft records. 
12. The pre-flight inspection must account for all potential discrepancies, e.g. inoperable 

components, items, or equipment, not already covered in the relevant sections of the 

operating documents. 

13. The operator must follow the UAS manufacturer's aircraft/component, maintenance, 

overhaul, replacement, inspection, and life limit requirements. 

14. The operator must carry out its maintenance, inspections, and record keeping 

requirements, in accordance with the operating documents. Maintenance, inspection, 

alterations, and status of replacement/overhaul component parts must be noted in the 

aircraft records, including total time in service, description of work accomplished, and the 

signature of the authorized person returning the UAS to service. 

15. Each UASs operated under this exemption must comply with all manufacturer Safety 

Bulletins. 

16. The authorized person must make an entry in the aircraft record of the corrective 

action taken against discrepancies discovered between inspections. 

17. The PIC must possess at least a private pilot certificate and at least a current thirdclass medical certificate. 

18. The operator may not permit any PIC to operate unless the PIC meets the operator's 

qualification criteria and demonstrates the ability to safely operate the UAS in a manner 

consistent with how the UAS will be operated under the exemption, including evasive and 

emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from persons, vessels, vehicles 

and structures. PIC qualification flight hours must be logged in a manner consistent with 14 

C.P.R.§ 61.51(b). Flights for the purposes of training the operator's PICs are permitted 

under the terms ofthe 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 C.F .R. § 91. 119. 

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19. U AS operations may not be conducted during night, as defined in 14 C .F .R. § 1.1. All 

operations must be conducted under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). If flight at night 

is required, a special request will be made at the FAA office closest to proposed area of 

operations. Flights under special visual flight rules (S VFR) are not authorized. 

20. The UA may not operate within 5 nautical miles of an airport reference point as 

denoted on a current FAA-published aeronautical chart unless a letter of agreement with that 

airport's management is obtained, and the operation is conducted in accordance with a 

NOT AM as required by the operator's COA. The letter of agreement with the airport 

management must be made available to the Administrator upon request. 

21. The UA may 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. 
22. If the UA loses communications or loses its GPS signal, it must return to a predetermined location within the planned operating area and land or be recovered in 

accordance with the operating documents. 

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

accordance with the operating documents . 

. 24. The PIC is prohibited from beginning a flight unless (considering wind and forecast 

weather conditions) there is enough power to fly at normal cruising speed to the intended 

landing point and land the UA with 25% battery power remaining. 

25. The operator must obtain an Air Traffic Organization (ATO) issued Certificate of 

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Waiver or Authorization (COA) prior to conducting any operations under the grant of 

exemption. This COA will also require the operator to request a Notice to Airman (NOT AM) 

not more than 72 hours in advance, but not less than 48 hours prior to the operation. All 

operations shall be conducted in accordance with airspace requirements in the ATO issued 

COA including class of airspace, altitude level and potential transponder requirements. 

26. All aircraft operated in accordance with the exemption must be identified by serial 

number, registered in accordance with 14 C.P.R. part 47, and have identification (N- Number) 

markings in accordance with 14 C.P.R. part 45, Subpart C. Markings must be as large as 

practicable. 

27. Before conducting operations, the radio frequency spectrum used for operation and 

control of the UA must comply with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or 

other appropriate government oversight agency requirements. 

28. The documents required fewer than 14 C.P.R. 91.9 and 91.203 must be available to 

the PIC at the Ground Control Station of the UAS any time the UAS is operating. These 

documents must be made available to the Administrator or any law enforcement official 

upon request. 

29. The UA must remain clear and yield the right of way to all manned aviation 

operations and activities at all times. 

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

31. Flight operations must be conducted at least 500 feet from all nonparticipating 

persons (persons other than the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential 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 must 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 must cease immediately and/or; 

b. The aircraft is operated near vessels, vehicles or structures where the 
owner/controller of such vessels, vehicles or structures has granted permission 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, and; 

c. Operations nearer to the PIC, SO, operator trainees or essential persons do not 

present an undue hazard to those persons per § 91.119( a). 

32. All operations shall be conducted over private or controlled-access property with 

permission from the land owner/controller or authorized representative. Permission from 

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

conducted. 

33. 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: www.ntsb.gov. 

2. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 61.113(a) And 

(b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

Drones Plus, Inc. submits that the equivalent level of safety established by Section 

61.113( a) and (b) will be maintained because no PIC will be allowed to operate the DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs unless that PIC has 

demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is 

able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a 

manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and 

maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Considering Drones Plus, Inc.'s proposed area of operations, and the operating 

limitations set forth-above; the parallel nature of private pilot aeronautical knowledge 

requirements to those of commercial pilot requirements (See Exemption No. 11 062); and the 

airmanship skills necessary to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, or 

DJI Inspire 1 UAS, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that the additional manned airmanship 

experience of a commercially certificated pilot would not correlate to the airmanship skills 

necessary for Drones Plus, Inc.'s specific proposed flight operations. 

The FAA has previously granted relief from Section 61.113(a) and (b) specific to 

UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. 

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 

11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 

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Drones Plus, Inc. will not allow any PIC to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has demonstrated, by meeting minimum 

flight-hour requirements or the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS 

training and currency requirements, that the PIC is able to safely operate the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a manner consistent with this exemption, 
including evasive and emergency maneuvers and maintaining appropriate distances from 

people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

Specifically, the PIC must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 

14 C.P.R. § 61.51(b), 25 hours of total time as a UAS rotorcraft pilot (with a minimum of 5 

hours of those hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and model ofUAS to be used 

for operations under the exemption). In addition to the hour requirements, the PIC must 

accomplish 3 takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency purposes). 

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As in Exemption Nos. 11062, 11138, and 11153, prior documented flight experience 

that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations will ensure an equivalent level of 

safety during Drones Plus, Inc.' proposed operations. The Administrator has held that prior 

documented flight experience that was obtained in compliance with applicable regulations 

would ensure safe operations, stating as follows: 

In Exemption No. 11062, the FAA required that prior to conducting operations for the 

purpose of motion picture filming (or similar operations), the PIC must have accumulated and 

logged, in a manner consistent with 14 CFR 61.51 (b), 25 hours of total time as a UAS 

rotorcraft pilot including at least 10 hours logged as a UAS pilot with a multi-rotor UAS. Prior 

to operations under Exemption No. 11062, the PIC must also have accumulated and logged a 

minimum of 5 hours as a UAS pilot operating the same make and model of UAS to be used 

for operations under the exemption. For clarification, the FAA considers these minimum hour 

requirements to be inclusive rather than additive; i.e. 5 hours make and model time may be 

included in the 10 hours of multi-rotor time and the 10 hours may be included in the total25 

hours ofUAS rotorcraft time. In addition to the hour requirements, the PIC must accomplish 3 

takeoffs and landings in the preceding 90 days (for currency purposes). The FAA finds that at 

a minimum, the flight-hour requirements in Exemption No. 11062 are appropriate to practice 

and build proficiency in the skills necessary to safely conduct the petitioner's proposed 

operations. The FAA also finds that prior documented flight experience that was obtained in 

compliance with applicable regulations would satisfy this requirement. Training, proficiency, 

and experience-building flights can also be conducted under the grant of exemption to 

accomplish the required flight time. During training, proficiency, and experience-building 

flights the PIC is required to operate the UA with appropriate distances in accordance with 14 

C.F.R 91.119. 

Exemption No. 11138 at page 15. 

Accordingly, Drones Plus, Inc. will ensure safe operations by not allowing any PIC to 

operate the Dll Phantom 2 Vision+, Dll Phantom 3, or Dll Inspire 1 UAS unless that PIC has 

demonstrated, by meeting minimum flight-hour and currency requirements, that the PIC is 

able to safely operate the Dll Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS in a 

manner consistent with the exemption, including evasive and emergency maneuvers and 

maintaining appropriate distances from people, vessels, vehicles and structures. 

3. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.7(a) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 
The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.7(a) will be maintained 

because prior to every flight, Drones Plus, Inc. will ensure that the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, 

DJI Phantom 3, or DJI Inspire 1 UAS is in an airworthy condition based upon the UAS's 

compliance with its operating documents and as stated in the conditions and limitations 

herein. 

Additionally, the FAA has previously granted relieffrom Section 91.7(a) specific to 

UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. 

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 

11112, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 

4. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 91.121 

Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

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The equivalent level of safety established by Section 91.121 will be maintained 

because the altitude information of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 UAs will be provided to the PIC via GPS equipment and a radio communications 

telemetry data link, which downlinks from the UA to the GCS for active monitoring of the 

flight path and altitude. This altitude information, combined with Drones Plus, Inc.' operation 

ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs within visual line of 

sight, at or below 500 feet AGL, will ensure a level of safety equivalent to Section 91.121. 

The altitude information will be generated by GPS equipment installed onboard the aircraft. 

Prior to each flight, a zero altitude initiation point is automatically established by the UASs at 

ground level. 

The FAA has previously granted relieffrom Section 91.121 specific to UAS, in 

circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 

11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11112, 11136, 11138, 

11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 11159, 11160, 11161). 

5. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Section 

91.15l(b) Would Not Adversely Affect Safety. 

A grant of this exemption would ensure an equivalent level of safety established by 14 

C.F .R. Section 91.151 (b) as a result of ( 1) the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs; (2) the limitations on the proposed flight 

operations; and (3) the location of the proposed flight operations. Accordingly, Drones Plus, 

Inc. will ensure that it will safely operate the battery powered DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAs during daylight hours in VFR conditions, with enough 

battery power to fly for a total duration of 13.5 minutes to the first point of intended landing 

and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 4.5 minutes. 

Here, as in Exemption No. 11109, the technical specifications of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs; the limitations on the proposed flight 

operations; and the location of the proposed operations, will ensure an equivalent level of 

safety established by 14 C.P.R. Section 91.151(b). Furthermore, safety will be ensured as the 
DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs provide audible and visual 

warnings to the PIC at the GCS when the UAs experiences low battery voltage, the first 

warning occurring at approximately 33% remaining battery power, and again at 

approximately 10% remaining battery power. At the critically low battery level, the DJI 

Phantom Vision+ and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will descend and land automatically. 

Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Section 

91.151 establish that safety is not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and 

operating limitations ofthe UAS are considered. Relief has been granted for manned aircraft 

to operate at less than the minimums prescribed in Section 91.151, including Exemption Nos. 

2689, 5745, and 10650. Moreover, the FAA has previously granted relieffrom Section 

91.151 specific to UAS, in circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented 

herein (e.g. Exemption Nos. 8811, 10808, 10673, 11042, 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 

11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 11136, 11138, 11150, 11153, 11156, 11157, 11158, 

11159, 11160, 11161). 

6. Reasons Why An Exemption From The Requirements Of Sections 91.405(a), 

91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), And 91.417(a) & (b) Would Not Adversely Affect 

Safety. 

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In seeking this exemption, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that the equivalent level of safety 

with regard to the regulatory maintenance and alteration requirements established by Sections 

91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) will be met because 

Drones Plus, Inc. will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations, or 

preventive maintenance on the UASs using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed 

in the operating documents (i.e., the Drones Plus, Inc. Aerial Operations Manual, Monthly 

Maintenance Log, and DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 Instruction 

Manual). Furthermore, Drones Plus, Inc. will document and maintain all maintenance records 

for the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs. 

Since the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be 

inspected as prescribed by the operating documents, Drones Plus, Inc. will maintain the 

equivalent level of safety established by Sections 91.405(a), 91.409(a)(1), and 91.409(a)(2). A 

copy of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 User Manuals are 

attached hereto as Exhibit D, E, and F; a copy of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, 

and DJI Inspire 1 UAS Maintenance LOG is attached hereto as Exhibit G. 

Likewise, the exemption sought will not adversely affect safety because Drones Plus, 

Inc. will use trained technicians to perform maintenance, alterations or preventive 

maintenance on the UAS using the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed by the 

operating documents. 

Furthermore, the exemption sought would maintain an equivalent level of safety 

established by Sections 91.407, 91.417(a) and 91.417(b), because all maintenance ofthe DJI 

Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs will be performed by trained 

technicians. Maintenance will be documented and maintained utilizing the monthly 
maintenance log. 

Significantly, previous exemptions granted by the FAA concerning Sections 

91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b) establish that safety is 

not adversely affected when the technical characteristics and operating limitations of the 

U AS are considered. 

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In consideration of Drones Plus, Inc.'s proposed operating limitations, the operating 

documents, and the technical aspects ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI 

Inspire 1 UAS's, Drones Plus, Inc. submits that safety will not be adversely affected by 

granting exemption from 14 C.F.R. Sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l) and (a)(2), 91.409(a)(2), 

and 91.417(a) and (b). The FAA has previously granted relief specific to UAS in 

circumstances similar, in all material respects, to those presented herein (e.g. 

Exemption Nos. 11062, 11063, 11064, 11065, 11066, 11067, 11080, 11109, 11110, 

11112,11136,11138,11150,11153,11156,11157,11158,11159,11160, 11161). 

7. The FAA May Prescribe Any Other Conditions For Safe Operation. 

In accordance with Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 

(FMRA) and 14 C.F .R. § 21.16 entitled Special Conditions, Drones Plus, Inc. requests that the 

FAA prescribe special conditions for the intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, 

DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, which contain such safety standards that the 

Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by 14 

C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R §§ 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7 (a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 

91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). Such 

special conditions will permit safe operation of the UAs for the limited purpose of conducting 

aerial video and photography over certain areas of the United States for compensation or hire. 

FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a 

hazard to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security; and 

further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate without airworthiness certification in 

accordance with any requirements that must be established for the safe operation of the UAS 

in the NAS. 

Likewise, the Administrator may prescribe special conditions pursuant to 14 

C.F.R. § 21.16, for operation ofthe DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 

1 UASs, since the airworthiness regulations of 14 C.F.R. Part 21 do not contain adequate or 

appropriate safety standards, due to the novel or unusual design features of the aircraft. 

Section 21.16, entitled Special Conditions, states the following: 

If the FAA finds that the airworthiness regulations of this subchapter do not contain adequate 

or appropriate safety standards for an aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller because of a novel 

or unusual design feature of the aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller, he prescribes special 

conditions and amendments thereto for the product. The special conditions are issued in 

accordance with Part 11 of this chapter and contain such safety standards for the aircraft, 

aircraft engine or propeller as the FAA finds necessary to establish a level of safety 

equivalent to that established in the regulations. 
See 14 C.P.R. § 21.16. 

Therefore, in accordance with FMRA Section 333 and 14 C.P.R.§ 21.16, the FAA may 

prescribe special conditions for Leading Edge's intended operation of the DJI Phantom 2 

Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs, which contain such safety standards that 

the Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established 

by 14 C.P.R. Part 21, Subpart H, and 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a) & (b), 91.7(a), 91.121, 

91.15l(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(l) & (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). 

E. A Summary That Can Be Published In The Federal Register, 

Stating: The Rules From Which Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks Exemption: 

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Drones Plus, Inc. seeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R Sections 61.113(a)&(b), 

91. 7(a), 91.121, 91.151 (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) 

& (a)(2), and 91.417(a) & (b). 

A Brief Description Of The Nature Of The Exemption Drones Plus, Inc. Seeks: 

This exemption will permit Drones Plus, Inc. to commercially operate an Unmanned Aircraft 

System (UAS) for the purpose of conducting aerial video and photography over certain areas 

of the United States. 

Any Additional Information, Views, Or Arguments Available To Support Drones Plus, 

Inc.'s Request. 

This Petition is made pursuant to the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (FMRA) 

Section 333, which directs the Secretary of Transportation to determine if certain UAS may 

operate safely in the NAS. As such, Drones Plus, Inc.'s request for exemption may be granted 

pursuant to the authority ofFMRA Section 333 and 14 C.P.R. Part 11, as set forth above. 

FMRA Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a 

hazard to users of the NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security; and 

further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate without airworthiness certification. As 

discussed in detail above, Drones Plus, Inc. will operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs safely in the NAS, without creating a hazard to users of 

the NAS, or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security. 

Conclusion 

As set forth herein, Drones Plus, Inc. seeks an exemption pursuant to 14 C.P.R. § 11.61 and 

section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012 (FMRA), which will permit 

safe operation of the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UAS's 

commercially, Without an airworthiness certificate, for the limited purpose of conducting aerial 

video and photography over certain areas of United States, By granting this petition the FAA 

administrator will be fulfilling the congressional mandate of the FAA Modernization and reform 
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act of2012, while also advancing the interests of the public, by allowing Drones Plus, Inc. to 

safely efficiently and economically operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI Phantom 3,and DJI 

Inspire 1 UASs commercially whine the NAS. 

Wherefore, in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the FAA Modernization 

and reform act of2012, Section 333 Drones Plus, Inc. respectfully requests that the 

administrator grant this petition for an example from the requirements of 14 C.P.R. Sections 

61.113(a) & (b) 91,7(a), 91.121, 91.151(b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & (a)(2), and 

91.417(a) & (b) and permit Drones Plus, Inc. to operate the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+, DJI 

Phantom 3, and DJI Inspire 1 UASs commercially for the purpose of conducting aerial video 

and photography over certain areas of the United States. 

June 11, 2015 

Respectfully Submitted 

Drones Plus, Inc. 

5010 S Decatur Blvd, Unit H 

Las Vegas, NV 89118 

Appendices 

A- DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ Specifications Data Sheet 

B- DJI Phantom 3 Specifications Data Sheet 

C- DJI Inspire 1 Specifications Data Sheet 

D- DJI Phantom 2 Manufacturer's User Manual 

E- DJI Phantom 3 Manufacturer's User Manual 

F- DJI Inspire 1 Manufacturer's User Manual 

G- Monthly Maintenance Log 

(702) 577-1923 ' 
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APPENDIX-A 

DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Drones Plus, Inc. only utilizes safe and reliable UASs. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS 

production. DJI UASs are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set 

parameters which will not allow flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to 

limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and set altitude as well as limit flight to a 

predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides real-time altitude and 

location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices) 

1.1 DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ 

1. 1. 1 Aircraft 

1.1.1.1 Supported Battery- DJI 5200mAH LiPo Battery 

1.1.1.2 Weight (Battery & Propellers Included)- 2lbs 11.810oz (1242g) 

1.1.1.3 Hover Accuracy (Ready to Fly)- Vertical: .8m; Horizontal: 2.5m 

1.1.1.4 Max Yaw Angular Velocity - 200° Is 

1.1.1.5 Max Tilt Angel- 35° 

1.1.1.6 Max Ascent Speed- 6m/s 

1.1.1. 7 Max Descent Speed- 2m/s 

1.1.1.8 Max Flight Speed-15m/s (NOT RECOMMENDED) 

1.1.2 Gimbal 

1.1.2.1 Working Current- Static: 750mA; Dynamic: 900mA 

1.1.2.2 Control Accuracy- ±0.03° 

1.1.2.3 Controllable Range- Pitch: -90° - 0° 

1.1.2.4 Maximum Angular Speed- Pitch: 90°/s 

1.1.3 Camera 

1.1.3.1 Operating Temperature Range- 32°F- 104°F (0°C- 40°C) 

1.1.3.2 Sensor Size- 112.3" 

1.1.3.3 Effective Pixels- 14M 

1.1.3.4 Resolution- 4384x3288 

1.1.3.5 HD Video Recording- 1080p30 & 720p 

1.1.3.6 Recording Field of View- 110°/85° 

1.1.4 Transmitter 

1.1. 4.1 Operating Frequency - 5. 728GHz- 5. 85GHz 

1.1.4.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed)- FCC Compliance: 800m 

1.1.4.3 Receiver Sensitivity (1 %PER)- -93dBm 

1.1.4.4 Transmitter Power- FCC Compliance: 100mW 

1.1.4.5 Working Voltage- 120mA@3.7V 
1. 1. 5 Range Extender 

1.1.5.1 Operating Frequency- 2412-2462MHz 

1.1.5.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed)- 500-700m 

1.1.5.3 Transmitter Power- 20dBm 

1.1.5.4 Power Consumption- 2W 

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APPENDIX-B 

DJI PHANTOM 3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Drones Plus, Inc. only utilizes safe and reliable UASs. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS 

production. DJI UASs are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set 

parameters which will not allow flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to 

limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and set altitude as well as limit flight to a 

predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides real-time altitude and 

location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices) 

1.2 DJI Phantom 3 

1.2.1 Aircraft 

1.2.1.1 Supported Battery- DJI 4480mAH LiPo Battery 

1.2.1.2 Weight (Battery & Propellers Included)- 2lbs 13.15oz (1280g) 

1.2.1.3 Hover Accuracy (Ready to Fly)- Vertical: +/- 0.1 m (when Vision Positioning 

is active) or+/- 0.5 m; Horizontal: 1.5m 

1.2.1.4 Max Yaw Angular Velocity- 200°/s 

1.2.1.5 Max Tilt Angle - 35° 

1.2.1.6 Max Ascent Speed- 5m/s 

1.2.1. 7 Max Descent Speed- 3m/s 

1.2.1. 8 Max Flight Speed- 15m/s (NOT RECOMMENDED) 

1.2.2 Gimbal 

1.2.2.1 Control Accuracy- ±0.03° 

1.2.2.2 Controllable Range- Pitch: -90° + 30° 

1.2.2.3 Maximum Angular Speed- Pitch: 90°/s 

1.2.3 Camera 

1.2.3.1 Operating Temperature Range- 32°F- 104°F (0°C- 40°C) 

1.2.3.2 Sensor Size- 1/2.3" 

1.2.3.3 Effective Pixels- 12.4M 

1.2.3 .4 Resolution- 4000x3000 

1.2.3.5 UltraHD Video Recording- 4096x2160p 24/25, 3840x2160p 24/25/30 

1.2.3.6 Recording Field ofView- 94°@20mm 

1.2.4 Transmitter 

1.2.4.1 Operating Frequency- 2.400GHz- 2.483GHz 

1.2.4.2 Communication Distance (unobstructed)- FCC Compliance: 2000m 

1.2.4.3 Receiver Sensitivity (2%PER)- -101dBm 

1.2.4.4 Transmitter Power- FCC Compliance: 20dbm 

1.2.4.5 Working Voltage- 1.2 A @7.4 V 
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APPENDIX-C 

DJI INSPIRE 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Drones Plus, Inc. only utilizes safe and reliable UASs. DJI is an industry leader in small UAS 

production. DJI UASs are loaded with ground breaking software enabling the user to set 

parameters which will not allow flight into controlled airspace. Parameters can also be set to 

limit flight to no higher than a predetermined and set altitude as well as limit flight to a 

predetermined and set distance. In addition, DJI software provides real-time altitude and 

location information to the PIC via the linked monitor (smart phone/tablet devices) 

2.2 DJI Inspire 1 

2. 2.1 Aircraft 

2.2.1.1 Model- T600 

2.2.1.2 Weight (Battery Included)- 6lbs 7.5291oz (2935g) 

2.2.1.3 Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode)- Vertical: 0.5m; Horizontal: 2.5m 

2.2.1.4 Max Angular Velocity- Pitch: 3000/s; Yaw: 1500/s 

2.2.1.5 Max Tilt Angle - 350 

2.2.1.6 Max Ascent Speed- 5m/s 

2.2.1.7 Max Descent Speed- 4m/s 

2.2.1.8 Max Speed- 22rn/s (ATTI mode, no wind- NOT RECOMMENDED) 

2.2.1.9 Max Flight Altitude- 4500m 

2.2.1.10 Max Wind Resistance- 10m/s 

2.2.1.11 Max Flight Time- Approximately 18 minutes 

2.2.1.12 Motor Model- DJI 3510 

2.2.1.13 Propeller Model- DJI 1345 

2.2.1.14 Operating Temperature Range-140F to 1040F (-100C to 400C) 

2.2.1.15 Dimensions- 17 V4" x 17 314" x 12" 

2.2.2 Gimbal 

2.2.2.1 Model- ZENMUSE X3 

2.2.2.2 Output Power (with camera)- Static: 9W; In Motion: 11 W 

2.2.2.3 Operating Current- Static: 750mA; In Motion: 900mA 

2.2.2.4 Angular Vibration Range- ±0.030 

2.2.2.5 Mounting- Detachable 

2.2.2.6 Controllable Range- Pitch: -900 to +300; Pan: ±3200 

2.2.2.7 Mechanical Range- Pitch: -1250 to 450; Pan: ±3300 

2.2.2.8 Max Controllable Speed- Pitch: 1200/s; Pan: 1800/s 

2.2.3 Camera 

2.2.3.1 Name- X3 

2.2.3.2 Model- FC350 

2.2.3.3 Total Pixels- 12.76M 
2.2.3.4 Effective Pixels- 12.4M 

2.2.3.5 Image Max Size- 4000x3000 

2.2.3.6 ISO Range- 100-3200 

2.2.3.7 Field of View- 940 

2.2.3.8 CMOS- Sony EXMOR 112.3" 

2.2.3.9 HD Video Recording- UHD(4K): 

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4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30; FHD: 1920xl080p24/25/30/48/50/60; HD: 

1280x720p24/25/30/48/50/60 

2.2.3.10 Operating Temperature Range- 320F- 1040F (OOC- 400C) 

2.2.4 Transmitter 

2.2.4.1 Name-Cl 

2.2.4.2 Operating Frequency- 5.728-5.850GHz; 2.400-2.483GHz 

2.2.4.3 Communicating Distance (unobstructed)- 2000m 

2.2.4.4 Output Power- 9W 

2.2.4.5 Operating Temperature Range- 140F to 1040F (-lOOC to 400C) 

2.2.4.6 Battery- 600mAh LiPo 2S 
APPENDIX-D 

DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ Manufacturer's User Manual 

User manual can be found at: 

http://www. dj i. com/product/phantom-2-vision/ download 

APPENDIX- E 

DJI PHANTOM 2 VISION+ Manufacturer's User Manual 

User manual can be found at: 

http:/ lwww. dj i. com/product/phantom-3/ download 

APPENDIX-F 

DJI Inspire 1 Manufacturer's User Manual 

User manual can be found at: 

http://www. dj i. com/product/inspire-1/download 

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APPENDIX-G 

MONTHLY MAINTENANCE LOG 

month:' "year:"_ 

Date Issue Date Issue Maintenance Performed by: 

UAS: Discovered Addressed Issue Description & Maintenance Conducted Print & Sign 

Software Updates 

Airframe 

Engines 

Propellers 

Camera Gimbal 

Landing Gear 

Vibration Dampening 

Other: