Petition for Exemption 14 CFR § 11.81 

Exemption petition under SEC 333 

Name: Jason Eldridge

Address: 220 NE 12th Ave, Lot 108, Homestead, FL 33030

Phone: 305-989-3279 

Email: jason@eldridgephoto.com 

The specific section or sections of 14 CFR from which you seek an exemption; 

Petition for Exemption under Sec 333 

The extent of relief you seek and the reason you seek the relief; 

Sec 333 prohibits the use of a UAS for commercial purposes on private property. I am a Private Pilot 

(certificate# 413559490) and a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics. I am petitioning for 

an exemption to provide a commercial service to private land owners and companies who wish to 

obtain and capture Aerial photos and videos of said property for purposes including real estate 

listings, insurance property claims, events, and for use as a marketing tool for businesses. I would 

like to be able to accept payment for these services therefore making this a commercial use of a 

UAS. 

How your request would benefit the public as a whole; 

My request benefits the public as a whole by providing an opportunity for small business owners 

and others who wish to document their land or property to take advantage of the technology that 

now exists in the form of UAS’s and allows them to do so using an experienced and certified RC Pilot 

in Command that understands how to safely operate such technology. 

Reasons why the exemption would not adversely affect safety, or how the exemption would 

provide a level of safety at least equal to the existing rule; 

Being an FAA licensed Private Pilot, a certified AMA RC Pilot and therefore understanding the 

importance of different uses and safety concerns regarding FAA regulated airspace, I would be a 

good candidate for exemption of Sec 333 while not putting Air Safety in any accelerated risk. 

The UAS I seeking exemption with would be using the APM 2.6 flight controller complete with GPS 

and failsafe setting preventing the UAS from undesired navigation. When flying for this commercial 

purpose I would be flying at a maximum altitude of 40 meters and flying mostly vertically for the 

purposes of taking photos, decreasing the risk of any interference. My general knowledge of the 

aviation safety systems implemented by the FAA would be used to ensure that safety would not be 

affected by my operations. I would not be flying over individuals, near disaster areas, sporting 

events, or high traffic areas including airports, and I would pay attention to NOTAMS. 

I Intend to fly in two modes when using this device for commercial puposes: 

Stability Mode (Default) – This mode locks on to a GPS position prior to take off allowing for a 

return to launch situation should radio signal be interrupted or the failsafe triggered by the pilot.
Loiter Mode – This mode locks on to a GPS position prior to take off. This mode holds position and 

altitude making adjustments for wind. The return to launch feature is applicable in this mode 

should the failsafe be triggered or signal from the transmitter is lost.

I Intend to follow these suggested safety regulations 

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control. 

• Always keep people and pets at least 35 feet (10 meters) away when the battery is connected. 

• Keep children out of the vicinity of this product at all times. 

• Always use fully charged batteries. 

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered. 

• Always remove batteries before disassembly. 

• Always keep moving parts clean. 

• Always keep parts dry. 

• Always let parts cool after use before touching. 

• Always remove batteries after use. 

• Always have a first aid kit with you. 

• Always have an appropriate fire extinguisher with you. 

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring. 

• Never touch moving parts. 

A summary we can publish in the Federal Register Federal Register —

I, Jason Eldridge am seeking an exemption of the FAA’s Sec 333 rules that does not allow the use of 

an Unmanned Aircraft to be used for Commercial purposes in regards to National Airspace Safety. I 

am simply petitioning for an exemption to provide a commercial service to private land owners and 

companies who wish to obtain and capture Aerial photos and videos of said property for purposes 

including real estate listings, insurance property claims, events, and for use as a marketing tool for 

businesses. Being an FAA licensed Private Pilot, a certified AMA RC Pilot and therefore 

understanding the importance of different uses and safety concerns regarding FAA regulated 

airspace, I would be a good candidate for exemption of Sec 333 while not putting Air Safety in any 

accelerated risk. When flying for this commercial purpose I would be flying at a maximum altitude 

of 40 meters and flying mostly vertically for the purposes of taking photos, decreasing the risk of 

any interference. My general knowledge of the aviation safety systems implemented by the FAA 

would be used to ensure that safety would not be affected by my operations. I would not be flying 

near disaster areas, sporting events, or high traffic areas including airports, and I would pay 

attention to NOTAMS. I appreciate the FAA’s consideration of this petition for exemption. 
Any additional information, views, or arguments available to support your request; 

I intend to implement preflight safety checks and utilize the safety technology provided with this 

APM 2.6 Flight Controller. I intend to only fly in non-populated, residential or rural areas and stay 

clear of all utility lines etc. I intend to be fully aware of my surroundings at all times and to only fly 

the unmanned aircraft within a visual line of sight and only in Visual Flight Conditions. 

My FAA Issued Private Pilot License Certificate Number is 413559490

My Membership Number in the Academy of Model Aeronautics is 1038381 for 2015 

I understand and will comply with all the health and safety regulations for PIC’s and will be the only 

operator under this exemption. 

General Safety Precautions and Warnings I intend to Follow 

• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around your model to avoid collisions or injury. This 

model is controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from many sources outside your 

control. Interference can cause momentary loss of control. 

• Always operate your model in open spaces away from full-size vehicles, traffic and people. 

• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings for this and any optional support equipment 

(chargers, rechargeable battery packs, etc.). 

• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything electrical out of the reach of children. 

• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for this 

purpose. Moisture causes damage to electronics. 

• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it could cause serious injury or even death. 

• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries. 

• Always keep aircraft in sight and under control. 

• Always move the throttle fully down at rotor strike. 

• Always use fully charged batteries. 

• Always keep transmitter powered on while aircraft is powered. 

• Always remove batteries before disassembly 

• Always keep moving parts clean. 

• Always keep parts dry. 

• Always let parts cool after use before touching. 

• Always remove batteries after use. 

• Never operate aircraft with damaged wiring. 

• Never touch moving parts. 

If you want to exercise the privileges of your exemption outside the United States, you must state 

the reason. 

I have no intention of using this exemption outside the United States