# DeMarco Inc.

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# Roofing/Construction
Est. 1986



## www. demarcoinc.com

January 21, 2016

U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Document Management System 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, D.C. 20590

Dear Sir / Madam;

This petition is being submitted by Frank DeMatteo, President of DeMarco Inc. and DeMarco Roofmg Inc. in the Construction, General Contracting and Roofing Industries. Frank DeMatteo is seeking exemption pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (The Reform Act) , and 14 CFR Part 11. 1 am requesting to be allowed commercial operation of designated UAS, provided operations are conducted within the conditions outlined under current Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and any subsequent revisions therein.

Exemption request pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal Aviation Regulations from: 14 CFR 21 14 CFR 45.23 (b) 14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b) 14 CFR 91.7 (a) 14 CFR 91.9 (b) (2) 14 CFR 91.103 14 CFR 91.109 14 CFR 91.119 (c) 14 CFR 91.121 14 CFR 91.151 (a) 14 CFR 203 (a) & (b) 14 CFR 205 (b) 14 CFR 91.405 (a) 14 CFR 91.407 (a) & (1) 14 CFR 409 (a) (1) & (2) 14 CFR 91.417 (a) & (b)

DeMarco, Inc. • 1160 S. Front Strcet • Columbus, OH 43206 Voice (614) 444-7366 • Fax (614) 444-7380 • demarcoinc.com

Page 1 of 3Name and Address of Petitioner:

DeMarco Inc. and DeMarco Roofing Inc. Attn: Frank DeMatteo, President 1160 S Front Street Columbus, OH 43206 614-444-7366 fdematteona,demarcoinc.com

We plan to operate a UAS, the DJI PHANTOM 3 Standard, which is an unmanned aircraft and a transportable ground station. The Phantom 3 is commonly referred to as a quad copter. This UAS has a weight of approximately 3 pounds. The DJI is equipped with four motors that are powered by rechargeable batteries. The DJI is also equipped with a camera with capabilities to capture video and still photographs. This UAS has maximum speed of 31 Kts.

We plan to also operate a UAS, the DJI Inspire 1, which is an unmanned aircraft and a transportable ground station. The DJI Inspire 1 is also a quad copter with a weight of approximately 6.5 pounds. The Inspire is also equipped with four motors that are powered by rechargeable batteries. The Inspire is also equipped with a camera with capabilities to capture video and still photographs. This UAS has a maximum speed of 42 Kts.

We also plan to operate a UAS, the DJI Matrice 100, which is an unmanned aircraft and transportable ground station. The DJI Matrice 100 is also a quad copter with a weight of 5.19 pounds. The Matrice 100 is also equipped with four motors that are powered by rechargeable batteries. The Matrice is also equipped with a camera with capabilities to capture video and still photographs. This UAS has a maximum speed of 42 Kts.

I am also requesting exemption to be inclusive of any newer technologies that become available. I am respectfully requesting exemption for a Visual Observer and Assistant, as needed, to the PIC. I will be providing a professional service to include but not limited to the following:

• Construction Site Inspections and monitoring • Commercial and Residential Roof Inspections • Aerial photography and videography for thermographic analysis and electrical inspections of existing structures • Agriculture purposes • Real Estate • Educational and research operations • Aerial piotography and videography for surveying • Aerial Mapping • Crop Surveying and Inspections • Remote sensing • IndustrialInspections • Energy Systems Inspections • Public safety/disaster response support • AerialInspections • Survey/GIS operations

DeMarco, Inc. • 1160 S. Front Street • Columbus, OH 43206 Voice (614) 444-7366 • Fax (614) 444-7380 • demarcoinc.com

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• Building and Struct>.u•al Inspections • Wildlife and Forestry Monitoring • Insurance Damage Assessments • Construction • Inspection of Commercial and Residential Utility Infrastructure including electrical power lines, turbines, cell towers and training • Special Events for public/private/commercial use • Marlceting/Advertising for public/private/commercial use

All such operations will be conducted within and under the conditions outlined herein as described by the FAA as required by Section 333. These operations will be conducted in a safe environment with all needed approvals. I will be conducting pre-flight inspections of the UAS. I will be checking the weather via 1oca1 and a11 available weather instruction. We will utilize strict maintenance protocols established by the manufacturer of the UAS. We will also be utilizing a Safety Officer when necessary. Both UAS contain on board built in safety mechanisms. They have onboard GPS systems and sensors which allow for a more controlled and safer flights. They will be set to fly within a given distance and altitude which we will be using as a standard. We will only be flying line of site and maintaining full control at all times. Knowledge of use is imperative and as such we will be also using Know before You Fly.com to lceep up to date in regards to No Fly Zones, etc.

We respectfully request exemption under Section 333 to enable DeMarco Inc. and DeMarco Roofing Inc. to operate efficient, limited, low-risk commercial SAUS operation for the activities stated respecting at all times the space and privacy of citizens. Thank you for your time and consideration for this exemption request.

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Frank DeMatteo President/Owner

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