Western Slope Aerial, LLC 

Zane Hollingshead 

Jimette Keenan 

21451 Government Springs Rd 

Montrose, CO 81403 

EIN: 47-3485849 

westernslopeaerialllc@yahoo. com 

970-275-8708 

March 20, 2015 

Federal Aviation Administration 

US Department of Transportation, Docket Operations 

West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140 

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE 

Washington, DC 20590 

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Re: Petition for Exemption from certain Sections of Part 61 of Title 14 Pursuant to 

the Procedures contained in Part 11 of Title 14 of the CFR 

Our Company proposes to operate an DJIInspire 1 Quadcopter (drone), 

primarily to conduct aerial photography and videography for homeowners, 

realtors, home builders, home contractors and home inspectors for real estate 

marketing and inspections. The Company will also perform aerial photography 

and videography of recreational events. The only operator of the DJIInspire 1 

Quadcopter will be Zane Hollingshead who has substantial experience. 

Attached in support of our petition are the following: 

Inspire 1 User Manual, with preflight check list 

Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual 

Inspire 1 Specifications 

We are seeking exemption, pursuant to the procedures set forth in Part 11 of 

Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, from the following: 

§61.23 Medical certificates: Requirement and duration. We are 

seeking exemption from this Section because we will not be responsible 

for others, such as passengers or flight crew members. If Zane 

Hollingshead, as sole operator, becomes ill he will not operate the DJI 

Inspire 1 Quadcopter. 
§61.113 Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command. 

We are seeking exemption from this Section because we are not pilots 

and will not pilot airplanes, helicopters or anything but the approved DJI 

Inspire 1 Quadcopter. 

§91.109 Flight instruction; Simulated instrument flight and certain 

flight tests. Zane Hollingshead is seeking exemption from this Section 

because, although he is not an actual pilot, Zane Hollingshead will follow 

all safety guidelines and will not represent himself as a licensed pilot. 

§91.117 Aircraft speed. We are seeking exemption from this Section 

because we have a 400 foot ceiling limit per the regulations, and the 

operational maximum speed of the DJI Inspire 1 Quadcopter is 25 mph. 

§91.119 (C) Minimum safe altitudes We are seeking exemption from 

this Section because this section applies to aircraft and not a drone such 

as the DJIInspire 1 Quadcopter. 

§91.121 Altimeter settings. We are seeking exemption from this 

Section because our top speed is 25 mph and our ceiling limit is 400 

feet. 

§91.151 Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions. We are 

seeking exemption from this Section because our OJ! Inspire 1 

Quadcopter, operates on batteries, not fuel. 

§91.405 Maintenance required. We are seeking exemption from this 

Section since it is not an actual aircraft and does not need this type of 

maintenance. 

§91.407 Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, 

rebuilding, or alteration. We are seeking exemption from this Section 

because it is not an actual aircraft and does not need this type of 

maintenance, nor will it carry passengers, or crewmembers. 

§91.409 Inspections; 

§91.417 Maintenance records; 

§91.419 Transfer of maintenance records; 

§91.421 Rebuilt engine maintenance records. We are seeking 

exemption from these Sections because the DJI Inspire 1 Quadcopter 

does not carry fuel and the engine only converts power, from the battery 

source to operate the rotors. We have attached the suggested 

maintenance manual that we will be following. 
We believe that if this request is granted; the public would greatly benefit from 

our services. We will be able to photograph recreational events from a whole 

new aspect and perspective. We would be able to help the real estate industry 

and our customers grow and increase their business with our aerial photos. 

We will fly our drone at safe elevations and speeds. We will not interfere with the 

recreational events that are taking place. We will not fly over anything that we 

have not previously requested and obtained permission from the property owner 

or homeowner. This is a much more cost effective and environmentally friendly 

way to obtain aerial photos. 

Our exemption request only applies within the United States. 

We thank you in advance for taking the time to consider our request. 

Western Slope Aerial, LLC 
INSPIRE 1 

Maintenance Nanual 

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To ensure that your aircraft continues to offer optimal performance and to ensure flight safety, 

it is recommended that comprehensive maintenance be performed after every 200 flights or 50 

flight hours. This manual is intend to help users maintain their aircraft and maximize its continued 

reliability. 

I. Checking the Battery 

1. Check the battery for damage and deformities. If 

there are any signs of damage to the battery, stop 

using it and discharge the battery to 10% or below 

for disposal. Do not disassemble the battery for any 

reason. 

2. Check the battery pins and rub them clean with an 

eraser if any residue is observed. This will help to 

ensure a more reliable connection. 

3. Check the metal battery power connectors for 

damage. If the connectors appear burnt, try to clear 

them. This can be done by inserting a piece of 

sandpaper (1 mm thick) into the connectors to polish 

the metal. 

4. Check the contact pins in the battery compartment to 

ensure that the pins are clear. They should be able 

to establish easy contact with the battery connectors 

and should not be bent. 

5. Check the electrodes on the battery. If they appear 

burnt, polish them with sandpaper. If there is serious 

erosion, send the battery in for repairs. 

6. Check the plastic components of the battery bracket 

to see it is in good condition and that all screws are 

secure. This prevents the battery from becoming 

loose during flight. 

7. Check the power cables between the arms and the 

center plate, if the cables are worn, contact DJI to 

arrange repairs. 

8. For long term storage, please refer to the "Intelligent 

Flight Battery Safety Guidelines" and check the 

battery once a month to prevent the battery cell from 

being damaged. 

9. Run the DJI Pilot App to confirm that all battery cells 

are at similar voltage levels and stay at the same level 

when the battery is fully charged. If all cells maintain 

voltage levels above 3. 7V but any cell is 0.2V higher 

or lower than the others, contact DJI for analysis. You 

can also check the battery cell warning history. If any 

warning are reported, contact DJI. 

II. Checking the Transformation System 

1. Check the servomotor cables for wear. Also confirm 

that the connection points are still in good condition. 

2. Check the lead screws and contact DJI Support 

to arrange repairs if any bending or damage is 

discovered. Clean the lead screws with WD-40 spray 

if they show signs of rust. 

3. Listen to the servomotors during the transformation, 

if there is abnormal noise, it may indicate that the 

servomotors worn. 

4. After the landing gear rises, check the lead screws 

and bearings. If any dirt or dust is found, clean and 

grease the bearings. 

5. Check the lead screws. If there is any scratches, 

dents, or plastic particles underneath them, contact 

DJI Support to arrange repairs. 

Ill. Checking the Aircraft 

1. Confirm that all the screws are still adequately 

tightened. 

2. Check the aircraft for breaks or damage. If there is 

any reason to believe that detectable damage might 

affect flight safety, consult with DJI Support. 

3. Check the carbon tubes of the arms for damage. 

4. Check the dampers on the landing gears. If they are 

loose, secure them with 502 glue. 

5. Ensure that there are no obstacles on or around the 

GPS module or around the antennas on the landing 

gear. Remove any obstacles (such as tapes with 

conductive material) that might affect or block the 

signal. 

6. Check that the right and left landing gear rest at the 

same tilt angle. 

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IV. Checking the Motors 

1. Check the rotors to confirm that they have not 

become loose. 

2. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Listen 

carefully. If there is any abnormal noise, please 

replace the motors. This may be a sign that the 

bearings have been worn out. 

3. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Carefully 

examine the edge of the rotor and confirm that the 

shaft is perfectly centered on the motor. Check 

for any abnormal or excessive vibration. If any 

problems are detected. contact DJI Support to order 

replacement motors. 

4. Check for deformities by confirming that the gap 

between the motor and motor base is even. If not 

contact DJI Support to order replacement motors. 

5. Ensure that the screws used to secure the motor 

base are tight and the plastic components around 

the motors are in good condition. If not please 

tighten the screws and contact DJI to repair any 

broken plastic components. 

V. Checking the Propellers 

1. Check the propellers. If there is any bending, 

breakage or cracking on a propeller. do not use it. 

2. Attach the propeller to the motor, turn on the aircraft, 

and place it on the ground. Stand 1 meter away from 

the aircraft and observe the rotating propellers. If you 

can see two distinct propeller outline layers, when 

looking at a spinning propeller from the side, this 

propeller is damaged and should not be used. 

VI. Checking the IMU 

1. Open DJI Pilot app to check the condition of the IMU 

and perform an advanced IMU calibration. Please 

place the aircraft in a cool environment and on a 

flat, stable surface (if the landing gear is damaged, 

support the aircraft with four objects of equal 

height). Do not touch the craft during the calibration. 

2. Turn on the aircraft and listen for any abnormal noise 

or vibration from the fan located on the front of the 

aircraft. If any irregularity is detected, replace the 

fan. 

VII. Checking the Control and Video Transmission System 

1. Check the 4 antennas on the landing gear to ensure 

that they are secure. Also check for any bending or 

damage. 

2. Check the antennas of the remote controller for 

damage 

3. Check the neck strap for damage or wear, replace 

if necessary. 

\lilt Checking the Gimbal· and· camera 

1. The quick-mount connector for the camera is a 

particularly vulnerable component. If the gimbal 

fails to initialize when turned on, fails to work after 

initialization, or fails to transmit video to the app 

(while OSD data is displayed), the quick-mount 

connector may be worn. In this case, replace the 

rubber mat, circuit board, and/or connector on the 

gimbal quick-mount. 

2. Check the metal contacts on the quick mount 

connector board, if any contact is bent, replace 

the quick-mount connector. 

3. Check the contact pins on the quick-mount 

connector board, if there is any dirt, rub it clean 

with an eraser. If any contact pins are worn out it 

should be replaced. 

4. Confirm that the gimbal is able to properly stabilize 

itself. If its stabilizing performance deteriorates, 

contact DJI to arrange repairs. 

5. Listen for any abnormal noise from the fan when 

the gimbal is turned on. This may indicate unusual 

vibration and the fan should be replaced. 

IX. Checking the Vision Positioning System 

1. Check the lens of the camera. If any dirt or residue 

is detected, gently clean the lens. 

2. Check for and remove objects that might block the 

sensors. 

3. Ensure that the Vision Positioning System is securely 

installed on the aircraft. 

4. Detach the propellers and turn on the aircraft. Hold 

the aircraft 1-2 meters above a surface with rich 

patterns, under good lighting conditions. Change 

the Flight Mode switch to P Mode on the controller 

and check the DJI Pilot app. If the app displays an 

altitude value and indicates that P-OPTI mode is 

active, the Vision Positioning System should function 

normally. 

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Aircraft Model T600 

Weight [Battery Included) 2935g 

Hovering Accuracy [GPS Mode) Vertical: 0.5 m 

Horizontal: 2.5 m 

Max Angular Velocity Pitch: 300'/s 

Yaw: 150'/s 

Max Tilt Angle 35' 

Max Ascent Speed 5 m/s 

Max Descent Speed 4m/s 

Max Speed 22 m/s [A TTl mode, no wind) 

Max Flight Altitude 4500 m 

Max Wind Speed Resistance 10 m/s 

Max Flight Time Approximately 18 minutes 

Motor Model Djl3510 

Propeller Model Djl1345 

Indoor Hovering Enabled by default 

Operating Temperature Range -10' to 40' C 

Diagonal Distance 559 to 581 mm 

Dimensions 438x451x301 mm 

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Gimbal Model 

Output Power (With Camera) 

Operating Current 

Angular Vibration Range 

Mounting 

Controllable Range 

Mechanical Range 

Max Controllable Speed 

Camera Name 

Model 

Total Pixels 

Effective Pixels 

Image Max Size 

ISO Range 

Electronic Shutter Speed 

FOV (Field Of View) 

CMOS 

Lens 

Still Photography Modes 

Video Recording Modes 

Max Bltrate Of Video Storage 

Supported File Formats 

Supported SO Card Types 

Operating Temperature Range 

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ZENMUSEX3 

Static:9W 

In Motion: 11 W 

Station: 750 mA 

Motion: 900 mA 

±0.03° 

Detachable 

Pitch: .go• to +30° 

Pan: ±320° 

Pitch: -125° to +45° 

Pan: ±330• 

Pitch: 120•/s 

Pan: 180°/S 

X3 

FC350 

12.76M 

12.4M 

4000x3000 

100-3200 (video) 

100-1600(photo) 

8s- 1/8000s 

94° 

Sony EXMOR 1/2.3" 

20mm (35mm format equivalent)f/2.8 focus at oo 

9 Elements in 9 groups 

Anti-distortion 

Single shoot 

Burst shooting: 3/5/7 frames 

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Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB): 3/5 bracketed frames at 0.7EV Bias 

Time-lapse 

UH D (4K): 4096x2160p24/25, 3840x2160p24/25/30 

FHD: 1920x1 080p24/25/30/48/50/60 

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

60 Mbps 

FA T32/exFAT 

Photo: JPEG, DNG 

Video: MP4/MOV (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) 

Micro SO 

Max capacity: 64GB. Class 10 or UHS-1 rating required. 

o• to 40• c 

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Remote Controller Name 

Operating Frequency 

Transmitting Distance (Outdoor And Unobstructed) 

EIRP 

Video Output Port 

Power Supply 

Charging 

Dual User Capability 

Mobile Device Holder 

Max Mobile Device Width 

Output Power 

Operating Temperature Range 

Storage Temperature Range 

Charging Temperature Range 

Battery 

Charger Model 

Voltage 

Rated Power 

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922.7-927.7 MHz Uapan Only) 

5.725-5.825 GHz 

2.400-2.483 GHz 

2km 

10dBm@900m, 13dBm@5.8G, 20dBm@2.4G 

USB, mini-HDMI 

Built-in battery 

DJI charger 

Host-and-Slave connection 

Tablet or Phone 

170mm 

9W 

-10' to 40' C 

Less than 3 months: -20' to 45' C 

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0-40'C 

6000 mAh LiPo 25 

A14-100P1A 

26.3V 

100W 

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Operating Temperature Range 

Storage Temperature Range 

Charging Temperature Range 

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Model 

Capacity 

Voltage 

Battery Type 

Energy 

Net Weight 

Operating Temperature Range 

Storage Temperature Range 

Charging Temperature Range 

Max Charging Power 

Vision Positioning Velocity Range 

Altitude Range 

Operating Environment 

Operating Range 

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Intelligent Flight Battery 

TB47 

4500 mAh 

22.2V 

LIPo 65 High voltage battery 

99.9Wh 

570g 

-10° to 40° c 

Less than 3 months: -20° to 45° C 

More than 3 months: 22° C to 28° C 

0° to 40° c 

180W 

Intelligent Flight Battery 

TB48 

5700 mAh 

22.8V 

LJPo 65 

129.96 Wh 

670g 

-10° to 40° c 

Less than 3 months: -20 to 45° c More than 3 months: 22° to 28° C 

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180W 

Below 8 m/s (2m above ground) 

5-500 em 

Brightly lit (lux> 15) patterned surfaces 

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Android 4.1.2 or later 

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