Ryan Hart – (317) 908-0581 Garry Zukin – (317) 213-7569

13128 Hazelwood Court Carmel, IN 46033

June 7, 2015

U.S. Department of Transportation Docket Management System 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Washington, DC 20590

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

Dear Sir or Madam:

Aerial Technology Services is petitioning a request for exemption pursuant to the FAA Modernization an d Reform Act of 2012 (“FMRA”), Public Law 112-95 Febr uary 14, 2012, Section 333 and the procedures contained within 14 C.F.R. 11, to be exempt from th e Federal Aviation Regulations as specified and see k exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R. §§ 61. 113 (a) & (b), 91.7 (a), 91.121, 91.151 (b), 91.405 (a), 91.407 (a) (1), 91.409 (a) (1) & (a) (2), 91.417 (a ) & (b), to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System, (“UAS”), pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA FMRA.

Introduction

Aerial Technology Services is a central Indiana bas ed business founded by Ryan Hart and Garry Zukin. Work background includes knowledge and experience i n real estate, large scale renewable energy project s, and electrical infrastructure systems.

This exemption would allow operation of the DJI Pha ntom 3 and DJI S1000 UAS for the purpose of aerial photography/video, land surveying, agriculture indu stry support, and utility industry support.

Equipment

DJI Phantom 3

Aerial Technology Services seeks an exemption to op erate the DJI Phantom 3. The DJI Phantom 3 is a quad-rotor unmanned aircraft and a handheld ground control station. The DJI Phantom 3 is equipped with four electric motors powered by a lithium polymer b attery. Design and operational characteristics are provided in the DJI Phantom 3 Operating Manual whic h is attached to this petition.

DJI S1000

Aerial Technology Services seeks an exemption to op erate the DJI S1000. The DJI S1000 is a octo-rotor unmanned aircraft and a handheld ground control sta tion. The DJI S1000 is equipped with eight electric motors powered by a lithium polymer battery. Design and operational characteristics are provided in th e DJI S1000 Operating Manual which is attached hereto this petition.

Operations and Safety of UAS

Aerial Technology Services is committed to upholdin g the highest safety standards while operating a UA S. Our safety protocols are in line with the FAA’s mis sion to provide the safest and most efficient aeros pace.All UAS operations will adhere to the following saf ety protocols and procedures:

• UAS will operate within Visual Line of Sight (“VLOS ”) at all times

• Daylight only operations (sunrise to sunset)

• Maximum airspeed of 50 mph

• Maximum altitude of 400 feet above ground level

• UAS will operate at all times with an operator and visual observer (“VO”)

• Required pre-flight inspection of the UAS and groun d control equipment prior to any and all flights

• Any UAS deemed not fit to fly will remain grounded and will be repaired

• If the UAS loses communication with the operator or if it loses GPS signal for longer than 8 seconds, the UAS “Return Home” fail safe will be en gaged and the UAS will automatically return to a pre-programmed starting location for recovery

• UAS will not be flown in adverse weather and wind c onditions

• No UAS operations are allowed in Class A (18,000 fe et & above) airspace

• The UAS will not operate within 5 nautical miles ofan airport as denoted on a current FAApublished aeronautical chart unless a letter of agr eement with that airport’s management is

obtained

• UAS operate via remote control and all radio freque ncy communication is compliant with both CE and FCC regulations (See attached UAS operators man uals)

• All operators shall adhere to all safety procedures and operating procedures as outlined in the attached operating manuals for each UAS

Unmanned Aircraft Pilot in Command (“PIC”) and Visu al Observors (“VO”)

Aerial Technology Services founders have been opera ting UAS’s as hobbyists for the past five years. Th ey have accumulated over 500 flight hours with various UAS’s. They have always adhered to the highest safety standards in all aspects of UAS operation. A erial Technology Services will require any PIC to h ave a minimum of 25 hours of flight time with either the DJI Phantom 3 or the DJI S1000 in order to operate the

UAS as a PIC.

The VO will be utilized in all UAS operations. The VO will satisfy the VSOL requirements. The VO and PIC will always maintain verbal communication dista nces at all times. Any VO that is working with a P IC will be made to adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines as outlined in this petition. In additio n, the VO will be required to understand each UAS and its ope rating procedures specified in the attached manuals

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Conclusion

Aerial Technology Services aims to provide solution s to businesses and individuals who are seeking aer ial photography and video services. The current agricul ture and utility markets utilize manned aircraft an d service personnel for their aerial and ground opera tions. Aerial Technology Services will offer a more cost effective, efficient, and safer way to complete cer tain high risk and dangerous jobs. Aerial Technolog y Services is committed to operating legally and with the FAA's consent. Our company is looking to embra ce this emerging technology to benefit individuals and businesses within our communities. We appreciate your time in the review of this petition and we loo k forward to your response.

Sincerely,

Ryan Hart & Garry Zukin Aerial Technology Services

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