will not begin a flight unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough 

power to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, land the UA 

with 30% battery power remaining. 

Public Interest 

Aerial photography and videography for real estate and events are proven strategies to enhance 

marketing efforts and increase business success. The industry is not new. However, until recently it 

was conducted through the use of costly manned aircraft, a prohibitive business activity for small 

companies. By granting this exemption I would be able to provide affordable services. 

Further, the small UAS will pose no threat to the public given its small size and lack of combustible 

fuel when compared to larger manned aircraft. Additionally, the operation of our UAS will minimize 

harm to the environment economic growth by providing information to companies and the public 

looking to relocate or build in the metro areas we service. Public and private events serviced by our 

business enhance vibrancy and add culture to the community and its citizens. 

Summary 

We will comply with all of the following conditions and limitations should this exemption be 

provided: 

1) Operations will be limited to the following aircraft described in the operating documents, which is 

a quad-rotor aircraft weighing 2.8 pounds: Phantom 3 Unmanned Aircraft System. 

2) The UA will not be flown at an indicated airspeed exceeding 50 knots. 

3) The UA will be operated at an altitude of no more than 400 feet above ground level 

(AGL), All altitudes reported to ATC must be in feet AGL. 

4) The UA will be operated within visual line of sight (VLOS) of the Pilot In Command 

(PIC) at all times. 

5) All operations will utilize a visual observer (VO). The UA will be operated within the visual line of 

sight (VLOS) of the VO at all times. The VO and PIC will be able to communicate verbally at all times. 

The PIC will be designated before the flight and will not transfer his or her designation for the 

duration of the flight. The PIC will ensure that the VO can perform the functions prescribed in the 

operating documents. 

6) The operating documents will be accessible during UAS operations and made available to the 

Administrator upon request. Any revisions to the operating documents will be presented to the 

Administrator upon request. 

7) Prior to each flight, the PIC will inspect the UAS to ensure it is in a condition for safe flight. If the 

inspection reveals a condition that affects the safe operation of the UAS, the 

UAS will not be operated until the necessary maintenance has been performed and the 

UAS is found to be in a condition for safe flight. The Ground Control Station will be included in the 

preflight inspection. All maintenance and alterations will be properly documented in the aircraft 

records. 

8) Any UAS maintenance or alterations that affect the UAS operation or flight characteristics, 

e.g. replacement of a flight critical component, will undergo a functional test flight. 

The PIC who conducts the functional test flight will make an entry in the aircraft records. 

9) The pre-flight inspection section in the operating documents will account for all discrepancies, 

i.e. inoperable components, items, or equipment, not already covered in the relevant sections of the 

operating documents. 

10) We will follow the UAS manufacturer's aircraft/component, maintenance, overhaul, replacement, 

inspection, and life limit requirements.