June 29, 2015

G reg 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 expla ins why we can not process your request and what you should do in the next 30 days.

Why We Can No t Process Your Request
We entered your March 19, 2015 , exemption into the public docket (No. FAA

- 2015

- 0685 ),
but we are unab le to process your request any further. The information you sent does no t 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 wo uld no t 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 e ffective date of the exemption.2

If We Do No t 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 Dr ive 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 pa rts, 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
availa bility 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 consi derably 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

, th e 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 pil ot 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 al l 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 disor ientation. P lease consider granting this exemption I would greatly appreciate the consideration.

Sincerely

Greg Priest