Visual Nitro Operations Manual

Version: DJI-T600v1.0

April 5, 2015

Aircraft Model: DJI Inspire 1 T600
Visual Nitro Operations Manual

Version: DJI­T600v1.0

April 5, 2015

Aircraft Model: DJI Inspire 1 T600

This Visual Nitro Operations Manual is written based off information contained in the DJI Inspire 1 Operator's

Manual, Maintenance Manual and Visual Nitro operational data.

Operator (PIC)

The sUAS operator will hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate with the FAA and a valid Third Class Medical

certificate. The sUAS operator must be proficient with the specific model type of aircraft and have at least 10

hours of flight on the model described in this manual and 25 hours on sUAS systems in general. Currency

requirements will be 3 take­offs and 3 landings within 90 days of the mission.

The operator will follow training documents provided by DJI and will undergo 5 hours of training following

this program to ensure proficiency.

Documents to be present before and during every flight

1. Visual Nitro Operations Manual

2. DJI Inspire 1 Flight Log

3. DJI Inspire 1 Operators Manual

4. DJI Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual

5. Operator Pilot Certificate (Private Pilot or higher)

6. Operator Medical Certificate (III Class or higher)

7. Aircraft Registration (if applicable)

8. Preliminary Site Survey Map with potential obstructions noted

Operating Parameters

Maximum altitude: 400 feet AGL

Maximum velocity: 42 knots

Maximum distance from operator: Within visual line of sight of operator or visual observer up to a

maximum distance of 1,640 feet from the operator.

Visibility: Minimum 3 statute miles

Distance from clouds: At least 500 feet below, 1,000 feet above and 2,000 feet horizontally

Hours of Operation: Between Sunrise and Sunset

Meteorological Conditions: Dry, no rain, no snow, no excessive winds (greater than 19 knots)
Other Considerations

● Take­off and landing surface must be unobstructed and be clean hard surface. A

deployable and portable hard surface will be brought when it is not available on site (ie.

sand/dirt)

● Sunglasses if needed must not be polarized

● Use of a screen hood is recommended for mobile device controller if sunlight renders

viewing difficult

● A spare set of rotors will always be maintained with the aircraft

Site Selection

1. Ensure the site conforms to all applicable regulations. Airspace, distance from airfields (5 statute

miles from airport reference point) and densely or congested populated areas.

2. Survey the acceptability of the site for flight, all obstructions must be noted and flight plans must

remain clear of said obstructions.

3. The sUAS operator must have the consent of all persons within the flight area for overflight and

filming.

4. Flight area will have signs to warn people “Caution Aerial Filming in Progress”. Signs will be at least

8.5x 11 inches in size with red lettering.

Pre­flight checklist

1. Check weather within 4 hours of mission start and on site. Visibility must be at least 3 statute miles

and winds must be less than 19 knots (per manufacturer specifications). Use handheld anemometer

to confirm windspeed.

2. Check DJI website for service bulletins and notices concerning the Inspire 1 aircraft

3. Aircraft, Remote Controller and Mobile Device batteries are fully charged

4. Landing gear is placed in down mode on aircraft and controller switch reflects down position

5. Micro SD card with sufficient memory for the mission has been inserted into camera

6. Attach camera and gimbal assembly

7. Gimbal is functioning normally

8. DJI Pilot App on mobile device is on and can connect to the aircraft

9. Ensure DJI Firmware on the aircraft and remote are up to date (requires internet connection)

10. Calibrate aircraft compass

11. Ensure rotors are in operating order and undamaged.

12. Rotors are mounted and firmly attached. prop­locks are installed

13. Motors can start and are functioning normally

14. Insure GPS signal is optimal

15. Insure failsafe homepoint is logged in aircraft memory before liftoff

16. Insure a safe altitude is pre­programmed into the failsafe system before liftoff

17. Verbally communicate to any persons present liftoff of sUAS is imminent

In­flight considerations

1. Insure safe flight clear from persons and property.

2. Maintain safe distance from obstructions (powerlines, structures etc.)
3. Be aware of any potential manned aircraft entering the vicinity of the flight area, if necessary, return

the sUAS to the departure point as quickly as possible or land immediately if unable.

Landing Checklist

1. Alert surrounding persons of a returning sUAS and the intention to land it.

2. Insure all persons are a safe distance from the landing area.

3. Bring aircraft back to a 6ft altitude above the landing area.

4. Land the aircraft.

5. Turn off motors

6. Remove rotors

7. Remove camera and gimbal assembly and stow

8. Return aircraft to travel mode

9. Turn off aircraft and then remote control

10. Remove battery pack from aircraft and stow

11. Stow aircraft securely in case

12. Complete logbook entries concerning flight

Failsafe Features

● If a manned aircraft is observed approaching the area of the filming, the operator will immediately

land the sUAS if safe or return the sUAS to the point of departure if unable to land immediately.

● The DJI Inspire 1 is equipped with return to home feature that the operator can activate with one

button. The drone will return to the point of departure while the operator retain altitude control for

obstacle avoidance and landing. In case of need the operator can cancel the return and regain

manual control of the aircraft.

● The DJI Inspire 1 is equipped with two failsafe modes that will return the aircraft to the point of

departure. The first is activated if the aircraft loses connectivity with the operator remote control for

more than three (3) seconds, the aircraft will automatically return to the point of departure at a

predetermined safe altitude. The second is activated when there is only enough power remaining in

the battery pack to return to the point of departure. The device will return at a predetermined altitude

to the point of departure and land.

Maintenance

● Before and after every flight, the rotors will be verified for damage and replaced if necessary.

● The aircraft will be stored in the protective casing when not in use to protect from the elements and

dust/dirt.

● Ensure the glass filter element of the camera is clean before and after each flight.

● Follow the prescribed maintenance regimen as outlined by the manufacturer DJI as outlined in the

DJI Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual. This requires a more thorough maintenance check every 200

flight hours or 50 flights, whichever comes first. Replace parts as necessary.

Privacy Concerns
● The aircraft will be flown in full accordance with all local, state and federal laws regarding privacy.

Any commercial work accepted by Visual Nitro will only film consenting persons and will not overfly

private residences that have not consented to overfly and filming.

● The lens on the camera of DJI Inspire 1 is equivalent to a 20mm wide angle lens on a 35mm film

camera coupled with a 12 megapixel imaging sensor. This kind of equipment precludes any type of

“zoom” that could identify persons at a distance due to the low resolution of the sensor and very

wide angle/ low telephoto range of the lens.

Aircraft Specifications

● Model: T600 / Inspire 1

● Weight (Battery Included): 2935 g / 6.5 lbs

● Hovering Accuracy (GPS Mode)

Vertical: 0.5 m / 1.6 feet

Horizontal: 2.5 m / 8.2 feet

● Max Angular Velocity

Pitch: 300°/s

Yaw: 150°/s

● Max Tilt Angle: 35°

● Max Ascent Speed: 5 m/s / 9.7 knot

● Max Descent Speed: 4 m/s / 7.7 knot

● Max Speed: 22 m/s (ATTI mode, no wind) / 42 Knots

● Max Flight Altitude

4500 m / 14,650 feet MSL (Limited by software to a maximum of 500 m AGL / 1,640 feet AGL)

● Max Wind Speed Resistance: 10 m/s / 19 knots

● Max Flight Time: Approximately 18 minutes Standard Battery / 22 minutes Large Capacity Battery

● Motor Model: DJI 3510

● Propeller Model: DJI 1345

● Operating Temperature Range: ­10° to 40° C / 14° to 104° F

● Dimensions: 438x451x301 mm / 17.25x17.76x11.85 inches

Communication Specifications

● Operating Frequency

5.725~5.825 GHz

2.400~2.483 GHz

● Transmitting Distance (Outdoor And Unobstructed)

2 km / 1.25 miles

● Device is FCC compliant