May 20, 2015 

U.S. Dept. ofTransportation, Docket Operations 

West Building Ground Floor, Room wl2-140 

1200 New Jersey A venue, SE 

Washington, DC 20590 

Aerial Endeavors 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Christopher Shearer, Owner 

37 Molly Lane 

Esko, MN 55733 

PH: (2 18) 428-4444 

Re: Exemption Request under Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the 

Federal Aviation Regulations. 

Dear Sir or Madam, 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Moderni zation and Reform Act of 2012 (the "Reform Act") 

and 14 C.F.R. Part II Aerial Endeavors seeks an exemption from Federal Aviation Regulations 

("F ARs ")detailed below for the following described Unmanned Aircraft System. 

THE UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM (UAS) DETAILS: 

The manufacturer is DJI. It is model Phantom 3 Professional (2.8 lb gross weight fully equipped) 

battery only operated 4 motor craft in the form of a quadcopter that takes off and lands verticall y. 

It carries the following equipment in flight: 

• An on-board flight computer with GPS navigation and location abi lity that receives 

signals for flight controls from a ground-based transmitter/controller. 

• An on-board camera capable of capturing images in the form of full color, 4K definition 

still photos and videos. 

• It is equipped to send flight data from the on-board flight computer to the on-board radio 

transmitter including altitude AGL, horizontal and vertical speed, compass direction of 

fli ght and direction back to its launch site. 

• A 2.483 GHz on-board radio transmitter that transmits live video from the on- board 

camera plus all the flight data from the telemetry system described above. 
Aerial Endeavors 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Christopher Shearer, Owner 

37 Molly Lane 

Esko, MN 55733 

PH: (218) 428-4444 

The Unmanned Aircraft System will be operated in the fie ld with a PIC in accordance with FAA 

Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 "Operational Requirements for UAS". 

Aerial Endeavors respectfully requests the grant of exemption allowing us to operate lightweight, 

remote controll ed UAS's lawfully and safely. 

Aerial Endeavors also respectfully requests Exemption Request Section 333 from (but not 

limited to) the Specific Sections ofTitle 14 ofthe Code of Federal Regulations and part ll ofthe 

Federal Aviation. Regulations listed below. 

14 C.F.R. 45.23(b); 14 CFR Part 21; 14 CFR 61.113 (a) & (b); 91.7 (a); 91.9 (b) (2); 91.103(b); 

91.109; 91.119; 91.121; 91.15l(a); 91.203(a) & (b); 91.405 (a); 91.407(a) (I); 91.409 (a) (2); 

91.417 (a) & (b) 

The extent of relief Aerial Endeavors seeks and the reason why: 

Aerial Endeavors is seeking relief from any applicable F ARs operating to prevent Aerial 

Endeavors from conducting low level aerial shots of real estate and other possible legal flight 

operations. The weight of the UAS meets the definition of "small unmanned aircraft" found in 

section 331 of"The Reform Act". Aerial Endeavors seeks to operate legally as a small business 

that caters to real estate agents. Realtors are not allowed to use UAS's or hire unless they, or the 

person they hire, is allowed by the FAA to fl y a UAS. Aerial Endeavors would satisfy the need 

for safe and affordable aerial shots. 

At less than 3 pounds, Aerial Endeavors uses a UAS that is considerably less than 55 pounds 

including the camera that is attached. The UAS will be used at speeds under 30mph because of 

the nature ofthe business and the limited physical capabilities of the UAS. It is designed to hover 

and take pictures. The UAS will be in accordance with fl yi ng below 200ft. 

The UAS, in which Aerial Endeavors would be using, only utilizes battery power for its 

operations. There are no combustible fue ls used in the UAS that Aerial Endeavors uses. The 

maximum flight time for our particular UAS is 23 minutes battery life. It will fly no more than 

20 minutes maximum at one time at one location. The amount of time the UAS will be in the air, 

under 200ft, is very minimal. 

A Safety system in place for Aerial Endeavors UAS includes a GPS mode that allows the UAS 

to hover in place if communication is lost. Further, the GPS onboard allows the UAS to return 

back to its launched position if the battery life of the UAS is low. 
THE GROUND STATION PART OF THE SYSTEM: 

Aerial Endeavors 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Christopher Shearer, Owner 

3 7 Molly Lane 

Esko, MN 55733 

PH: (2 18) 428-4444 

• A Pi lot in Command (PIC) in operational control of flight operation from beginning to 

end and who controls the UAS while in the air. Additionally, the line of site of the UAS 

will not leave the sight of the PIC. 

• A 2.483 GHz radio transmitter/controller operated by the PIC to control the UAS while in 

flight; 

• A radio receiver receiving live video and flight data from the on-board camera and 

computer. It projects it all in one screen to the Pilot in Command. 

The UAS, weighing less than 3lbs fully loaded, is powered by batteries and operates with no 

people on board, which lower the likelihood of death or serious bodily injury. With a small 

payload consisting of electronics such as a camera and GPS, the UAS's only purpose is to be 

used as a tool to take pictures and videos. 

Low level aerial photos and video from several angles are far more effective than ground based 

photos. Low level aerial video and pictures show the layout of properties with the advantage of 

seeing more in one photo or short video. 

Current applicants have chartered helicopters and small planes for this purpose. The cost of fuel, 

time, and emissions of such aircraft (helicopters and planes) is not efficient enough for most 

customers to afford. 

The benefits of reduced cost and improved efficiency of the UAS allows future customers to 

afford this service with a faster turnaround time at a Jesser cost. 

Additionally we respectfully request that Aerial Endeavors be allowed to use the UAS to benefit 

possible first responders in my area for actions that could benefit the public. Such as, forest fires 

and/or search and rescue. 
Aerial Endeavors 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Christopher Shearer, Owner 

37 Molly Lane 

Esko, MN 55733 

PH: (218) 428-4444 

Aerial Endeavors will not operate a UAS near airports and generally does not fly over crowds. 

Situational awareness is important. The areas where Aerial Endeavors conducts aerial 

photography is predetermined which allows for a controlled environment to operate safely. With 

allowing Aerial Endeavors to conduct business with a light weight UAS, it will help the 

economy and benefit people in first response situations. Further, Aerial Endeavors' UAS is 

considerably lighter than the alternative, which is a helicopter or small plane. Currently, Aerial 

Endeavors has only one UAS which only operates off 23 minutes of battery power. Therefore, 

the UAS used by Aerial Endeavors would only have a fli ght time of 5 - 20 minutes at one time. 

The likelihood of injury or even death with such a small unmanned aircraft, compared to an 

aircraft flown by a person loaded with combustible fuel, is considerably low. 

SUMMARY: 

Aerial Endeavors will follow the safety guidelines of the FAA Policy N 8900.227 Section 14 

"Operational Requirements for UAS" with the appropriate exemptions for flying a small UAS. 

(a) No flight will be made with a UA Gross weight exceeding 55 pounds; 

(b) All operations must occur in FAA Class G airspace at no more than 200ft. AGL, at an 

airspeed of no more than 25 knots and no further than 3/4 NM from the Pilot In Charge; 

(c) Operations will be restricted to flights over pri vate property with the permission of the 

property owner; 

(d) All required permits will be obtained from state and local government prior to operation; 

(e) The UAS will not be operated over densely populated areas; 

(f) The UAS will not be operated at air shows; 

(g) The UAS will not be operated over any open-air assembly of people; 

(h) The UAS will not be operated over heavily trafficked roads; 

(i) The UAS will not be operated within 5 NM of an airport or heliport; 

U) Operations will be restricted to day only and weather conditions equivalent to VFR; 
Aerial Endeavors 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Christopher Shearer, Owner 

37 Molly Lane 

Esko, MN 55733 

PH: (2 18) 428-4444 

(k) The PIC will brief the property owner about the operation and risk before the first flight at 

each new location; 

(I) No flight may be made without a Pre-Flight Inspection by the PIC before each operation to 

ascertain that the UAS is in a condition safe for flight. 

My operations above, [(a) through(!)], are the bare minimum safety requirements Aerial 

Endeavors will follow. Aerial Endeavors is also more than willing to follow any additional 

safety requirements if not listed above. 

As stated by President Barak Obama in his recent memorandum for the heads of executive 

departments and agencies concerning a UAS, published on February 15, 2015. "As compared to 

manned aircraft, UAS may provide lower-cost operation and augment existing capabilities while 

reducing risks to human life. Estimates suggest the positive economic impact to U.S. industry of 

the integration of UAS into the NAS could be substantial and likely will grow for the foreseeable 

future". Aerial Endeavors believes flying its UAS as a small business within the safety 

parameters of the FAA, can help people and promote the economy. 

The name and contact information of the applicant is: 

Aerial Endeavors 

Attn: Andrew Field and Christopher Shearer 

Phone: 218-428-4444 

Emai I: fieldak@yahoo.com 

We understand safety is paramount in dealing with the airspace and people. Please contact us at 

any time if any additional information is needed or any questions need to be answered. 

Aerial Endeavors respectfull y requests that the FAA grant its exemption request without delay. I 

do look forward to working with you. Thank you for your time. 
Respectfully, 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Aerial Endeavors 

(218) 428-4444 

Aerial Endeavors 

Andrew Field, Owner 

Christopher Shearer, Owner 

37 Molly Lane 

Esko, MN 55733 

PH: (218) 428-4444