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 of Transportation 

Docket Management System 

1200 New Jersey Ave., SE 

Washington, DC 20590 

Subject Exemption Request Section 333 of the FAA Reform Act and Part 11 of the Federal 

Aviation Regulations from 14 C.F.R. Part 21, 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 the format of FAA 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 Chart V1.0 

4 )Personal protocols and controls - Safety/Flight concerns 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 

11, I, Mark Sobczyk, a licensed Realtor for 10 years, preparing this exemption request myself, 

would like to apply for 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 list for sale. 

I have experience in flying hobby quads for recreational purposes during the past 5 years without 

incident. I have added a hobby grade OJI Phantom 2 quad-copter (maximum gross weight 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 inventory equipped with a GoPro 4 Black camera 

with intent for aerial videography/cinematography to enhance academic community awareness 

and augment real estate listing videos; following an exemption and approval by the FAA. 

Mark Sobczyk 

ORE #01323140 

first Team 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.net 
My exemption request would permit operation of ultra-light weight, unmanned (piloted 

by remote control) in predetermined areas away from general public, airports, 

heliports and vehicular traffic, under 400 ft. and after carefully reviewing, inspecting 

and examining the area of aerial observation. This would allow for community videos 

and within property boundaries for individual homeowner real estate listing 

videos/photos. 

I will abide all FAA requirements to ensure this exemption will provide a level of 

safety at least equal to existing rules and will only operate in a safe environment that 

is strictly controlled, are away from power lines, elevated lights, airports and actively 

populated areas; and I will 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 of safety under14CFRpart 11 and Section 333 of P.L. 112-95 (Section 333). 

14 C.F.R. 45.27(a): Location of marks; non fixed-wing aircraft. 14 C.F.R. 45.29 

(3) (c)(d)(e)(f)(h): Size of Marks 

Furthermore I request an exemption from §45.23 Marking of the aircraft because my 

UAS will not have a cabin, cockpit or pilot station on which to mark certain words or 

phrases. Additionally two -inch lettering is difficult to place on such a small aircraft 

with dimensions smaller than 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 

by the FAA) on its fuselage as required by §45.29(f) so that anyone assisting him as 

a spotter will see the markings. 

I also ask for 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 apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. But, as a safety 

precaution I will perform a preflight inspection of my UAS before each flight as 

outlined in his operating documents. 

Mark Sobczyk 

DRE #01323140 

First Team Real Estate Mark Sobczyk & Associates 

P.O. Box 6188 e 40717 Big Bear Boulevard e Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 

Direct: (909) 289-0863 e Fax: (909) 752-5323 

Mark@BigBearRealEstate.net 
14 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 of safety 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 of operating 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 for future commercial use to gain familiarization with the characteristics of his 

UAS' performance under different temperature and weather conditions. I also own 

and practices on a computerized simulated flights software to maintain adequate 

skills and response reflex time. I'm also aware of a three-day drone training course in 

Las Vegas Nevada and would gladly attend if required by the FAA. 

14 C.F.R. 91.103 (b)(1), (b)(2): Preflight Action 

If granted an exemption I agree to additional safety procedures including, but not 

limited to: 

• Keeping my USA within a radius distance of 1000 feet from the controller to 

both aid in direct line of sight visual observation. 

• Operate the UAS for 3-7 minutes per flight; land my UAS according to the 

manufacturer's recommended minimum level of battery power. 

• Operate my UAS only within visual line of sight (VLOS). 

• Use the UAS' global positioning system(GPS) flight safety feature; it hovers 

and then slowly lands if communication 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 150 feet"). · 

• I will operate and will actively analyze flight data and other sources of 

information to constantly update and enhance my safety protocols. 

• Contact respective airports if operations will be within 5 miles to advise them of 

his estimated flight time, flight duration, elevation of flight and other pertinent 

information. 

Mark Sobczyk 

DRE #01323140 

First Team Real Estate Mark Sobczyk & 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 prior to operation. 

• Have procedures in place to abort flights in the event of safety breaches or 

potential danger. 

Aerial videography for geographical awareness of real estate marketing has been 

around for a long time through manned fixed winged aircraft and helicopters, but for 

small business owners, its expense has been cost-prohibitive. Granting this 

exemption would allow me to provide this service at a much lower cost. Further, my 

small UAS, when used properly, will pose no threat to the public given its small size 

and lack of combustible 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. 

One final comment, the use of a UAS has already proven to increase the 

marketability of a home. For example 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 price for an 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 of this request but as a real estate agent I 

think it's important to point out that the use of any tool that increases value to a home 

or community (by adding visibility to more potential buyers) is in the best interest of 

homeowners nationwide. Selling a home faster and for more money because of the 

use of new technology (being safely used and approved by the FAA) will go a long 

way to ensure our economy continues to grow. 

Mark Sobczyk 

ORE #01323140 

First Team Real Estate Mark 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