Mark Sobczyk Mark Sobczyk and Associates P.O. Box 1425 Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (Phone) 909-866-4354 (Fax) 909- 752-5323 January 9, 2015
U. S. Department ofTransportation Docket Management System 1200 NewJerseyAve., SE Washington, DC 20590 Subject Exemption Request Section 333 ofthe FAA Reform Act and Part 11 ofthe Federal Aviation Regulations from 14C.F.R. Part21, 45.27(a), 45.29 (3) (c)(d)(e)(f)(g)(h), 61.113 (a) & (b), 91.103, 91.119, 91.121, 91.203,91.151 Following theformat ofFAA Exemption No. 11138 -Regulatory Docket No. FAA 2014 0481 I have included: 1

)Supplemental Response for Petition 2)PHANTOM Quick Start Manual v1.7, PHANTOM Advanced Manual v.1.4 3)PHANTOM Flying Flow ChartV1.0 4)Personal protocols and controls

- Safety/Flight concerns
Pursuantto Section 333 ofthe FAA Modernization and Reform Actof2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, I, Mark Sobczyk, a licensed Realtorfor 10years, preparing this exemption request myself, would liketo applyfor an exemption from the following Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R) to be allowed commercial operation of lightweight Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for aerial imaging and video of Louisville Landmarks and homes I listfor sale.
I have experience in flying hobby quadsfor recreational purposes during the past 5 yearswithout incident. I have added a hobbygrade OJI Phantom 2 quad-copter (maximum grossweight 3 pounds, equipped with four rotors that are driven by electric motors powered by batteries, the UAS has a maximum airspeed of 10 m/s) to my inventoryequipped with a GoPro 4 Black camera with intentfor aerial videography/cinematographyto enhance academic community awareness and augment real estate listing videos; following an exemption and approval bythe FAA. 

### MarkSobczyk

ORE #01323140 firstTeam Real Estate Mark Sobczyk & Associates P.O. Box 6188 e 40717 Big Bear Boulevard o Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Direct: (909) 289-0863 e Fax: (909) 752-5323 Mark@BigBearReaiEstate.netMy exemption request would permit operation of ultra-lightweight, unmanned (piloted by remote control) in predetermined areas awayfrom general public, airports, heliports and vehiculartraffic, under400 ft. and after carefully reviewing, inspecting and examining the area ofaerial observation. This would allowfor community videos and within property boundaries for individual homeowner real estate listing videos/photos. Iwill abide all FAA requirements to ensurethis exemption will provide a level of safety at least equal to existing rules and will only operate in a safe environmentthat is strictly controlled, are awayfrom power lines, elevated lights, airports and actively populated areas; and Iwill conduct extensive preflight inspections and protocols, during which safety carries primary importance. 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 14 CFR

### § 91.203 Given the size, weight, speed, and limited operating area associated with the aircraft to be utilized, I am asking exemption from 14CFRpart21,Subpart H(Airworthiness Certificates)and§91.203 (a) and (b) (Certifications required),subject to certain conditions and limitations, is warranted and meets the requirements for an equivalent level ofsafety under14CFRpart 11 and Section 333 of P.L. 112-95 (Section 333). 14 C.F.R. 45.27(a): Location ofmarks; non fixed-wing aircraft. 14C.F.R. 45.29 (3) (c)(d)(e)(f)(h): Size of Marks

Furthermore I request an exemption from §45.23 Marking ofthe aircraft because my UAS will not have a cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which to mark certain words or phrases. Additionallytwo -inch lettering is difficult to place on such a small aircraft with dimensions smallerthan the minimal lettering requirement. I understand the need for markings and will mark my UAS in the largest possible lettering by placing the word "Experimental" or assigned number or name (based on a request or ruling bythe FAA) on its fuselage as required by §45.29(f) so that anyone assisting him as a spotterwill see the markings. I also askfor an exemption from §§91.405(a),91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(2) and 91.417(a) and(b) Maintenance inspections may be required and should be granted since they only applyto aircraftwith an airworthiness certificate. But, as a safety precaution Iwill perform a preflight inspection ofmy UAS before each flight as outlined in his operating documents.



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### Associates P.O. Box 6188 e 40717 Big BearBoulevard e BigBearLake, CA 92315 Direct: (909) 289-0863 e Fax: (909) 752-5323 Mark@BigBearRealEstate.net14 CFR 61.113 (a) 

### & (b): Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command. Under§61.113 (a) and(b) private pilots are limited to non-commercial operations, however I can achieve an equivalent level ofsafety as achieved by current regulations because my UAS does not carry any pilots or passengers. While helpful, a pilots' license will not ensure remote control piloting skills. The risks ofoperating a UAS are far less than the risk levels inherent in the commercial activities outlined in 14 CFR part61 ,et seq., I requests an exemption from §61.113 Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations. Regarding UAS operational training, as stated previously I have five years' experience flying numerous practice flights in remote areas as a hobbyist simulating flights forfuture commercial use to gain familiarization with the characteristics of his UAS' performance underdifferenttemperature and weather conditions. I also own and practices on a computerized simulated flights software to maintain adequate skills and response reflextime. I'm also aware ofathree-day drone training course in Las Vegas Nevada and would gladly attend if required bythe FAA. 14 C.F.R. 91.103 (b)(1), (b)(2): PreflightAction Ifgranted an exemption I agree to additional safety procedures including, but not limited to: • Keeping my USAwithin a radius distance of 1000feet from the controllerto both aid in direct line ofsightvisual observation. • Operate the UAS for 3-7 minutes perflight; land my UAS according to the manufacturer's recommended minimum level ofbattery power. • Operate my UAS onlywithin visual line ofsight (VLOS). • Use the UAS' global positioning system(GPS) flight safetyfeature; it hovers and then slowly lands ifcommunication with the remote control. • Conduct all operations under my own personal and flight safety protocols (including posting a warning sign reading: "Attention Aerial Photography in Progress -Remain Back 150feet"). · • Iwill operate and will actively analyze flight data and othersources of information to constantly update and enhance my safety protocols. • Contact respective airports ifoperations will be within 5 miles to advise them of his estimated flight time, flight duration, elevation offlight and other pertinent information.


### MarkSobczyk

DRE #01323140 FirstTeam Real Estate MarkSobczyk & Associates P.O. Box 6188 o 40717 Big Bear Boulevard" Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Direct: (909) 289-0863 • Fax: (909) 752-5323 Mark@BigBearReaiEstate.net• Always obtain all necessary permissions priorto operation. • Have procedures in place to abortflights in the event ofsafety breaches or potential danger. Aerial videographyfor geographical awareness of real estate marketing has been around for a long time through manned fixed winged aircraft and helicopters, butfor small business owners, its expense has been cost-prohibitive. Granting this exemption would allow meto provide this service at a much lowercost. Further, my small UAS, when used properly, will pose no threatto the public given its small size and lack ofcombustible fuel when compared to larger manned aircraft. The operation of his UAS will minimize ecological damage and promote economic growth by providing information to companies looking to relocate or build in the Big Bear Lake, Ca. area. Onefinal comment, the use ofa UAS has already proven to increase the marketability ofa home. Forexample please review the article published January 7, 2015 in the San Diego source entitled "drone use in real estate may increase", (also added as an attachment). The article cites the FAA's exemption given to Douglas Trudeau, but also describes a record high priceforan area home that used a drone for aerial photography. "When broker Kurt Wannebo added an aerial video to the listing for a Carmel Valley house, located on a large corner lot overlooking canyons on two sides, he saw Web traffic noticeably increase." I understand this may be outside the scope ofthis request but as a real estate agent I think it's importantto point outthatthe use ofanytool that increases value to a home orcommunity (by adding visibilityto more potential buyers) is in the best interest of homeowners nationwide. Selling a home faster and for more money because ofthe use ofnewtechnology (being safely used and approved by the FAA) will go a long wayto ensure our economy continues to grow.



### MarkSobczyk

ORE #01323140 FirstTeam Real EstateMark Sobczyk&Associates P.O. Box 6188 • 40717 Big Bear Boulevard e Big Bear lake, CA 92315 Direct: (909) 289-0863" Fax: (909) 752-5323 Mark@BigBearReaiEstate.net