June 29, 2015

Greg Priest

3874 Camellia Drive

Mobile, AL 36993

Dear Mr. Priest:

This letter is to inform you that we are unable to process your request for an exemption from 

Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). It explains why we can not process your 

request and what you should do in the next 30 days.

Why We Can Not Process Your Request

We entered your March 19, 2015, exemption into the public docket (No. FAA-2015-0685), 

but we are unable to process your request any further. The information you sent does not 

comply with the requirements of § 11.81 (copy enclosed). For us to consider the request any 

further, you must send us all of the following:

 The reasons why granting the request would be in the public interest; that is, how it would 

benefit the public as a whole.

 The reasons why 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 you 

seek an exemption.

 Any additional information, views, or arguments available to support your request.

What You Should Do

If you want us to process your request any further, you must send the information described 

earlier to reach us within 30 days. Please note that § 11.63(d) requires you to send your 

petition for exemption at least 120 days before the proposed effective date of the exemption.
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If We Do Not Hear From You

If we do not hear from you within 30 days, we will close the docket without notifying you 

further. If you have any questions or require additional time, you may call (202) 267-9677.

Sincerely,

/s/

Brenda Robeson

Program Analyst, Airmen and 

 Airspace Rules Division

Enclosure
Petition for exemption 14 CFR part 21

Greg Priest

3874 Camellia Drive

Mobile Al, 36693

(251)680-6830

Gpriest65@gmail.com

Seeking exemption from 14 CFR part 21, subpart H; and Sections 45.23(b), 61.113(a) and (b), 91.7(a), 

91.9(b)(2), 91.103(b), 91.109, 91.119, 91.121, 91.151(a), 91.203(a) and (b), 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 

91.409(a)(2), and 91.417(a) and (b) of Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). part 21, 

Certification procedures for products and parts, Subpart H—Airworthiness Certificates.

I would like to use a small hex copter, in my startup business for Aerial real estate photography and land 

survey. In the course of operating my hex copter I have been contacted by individuals inquiring the 

availability of my equipment to video property or properties they have listed on various real estate sites.

I see the future of UAS based businesses growing rapidly, and would like to be a part of this growing 

aviation sector.

With the rapidly accelerating cost of aircraft rental and safety concerns, I feel that the UAS is a viable 

alternative and more cost effective way to provide a service in an ever expanding field.

Current aerial video and photography projects require the hire of full size aircraft at a considerably 

higher level of risk and cost. The equipment I will be using weighs less than 5lbs and has various safety 

systems and overrides that in the event of loss of signal, guarantee that the aircraft return to the point 

of launch and safely land. Also, the equipment weighs considerably less than traditional aircraft and 

crew.

As a former student pilot who worked toward my private pilot license, this allows me to get back into 

aviation in a new technology that I also hope will led to my eventual private pilot certification. As a 

student pilot I logged more than forty hours in small single engine aircraft. I understand the safety 

procedures and how important check lists and well maintained aircraft are for public safety. When I fly 

my UAS I always abide by all FAA regulations. I take this as a future business very seriously. 

The equipment I am using is maintained to the highest standards. I do preflight checks on batteries,

airframe, motors and all equipment associated with my aircraft. I do limit my flights to below 400 feet 

AGL and within line of sight. My UAS is equipped with an auto pilot system in the event of loss of signal 

or loss of sight. The UAS is also equipped with an FPV camera that can be used in the event there is an 

emergency situation or disorientation. Please consider granting this exemption I would greatly 

appreciate the consideration.

Sincerely

Greg Priest