**Petition for exemptions to UAS specific rules:**  1) Steven R Mitchell ( DOB: 1 1/03/1961, SS#067 - 56 - 0316 ) eMedia Films – Lake T

ahoe Po Box 3250, Oly mpic Va lley

, Ca 96146 Ph: 530 - 448 - 6105 emediamitchell@y ahoo.com 2) Seeking exemptions to Sect ions 45.23(b), 61.1 13(a) and (b), 91.7(a), 91.9(b)(2), 91.103(b), 91.109, 91.1 19, 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 T itle 14, Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). The proposed exemption w ould allow Mitchell and eMedia films the right to operate the DJI PHANT OM 2 quad - copter unmanned aircraft sy stem (Micro UAS: 1000g – 2.2lb ) & The DJI Inspire 1 ( 2935g – 6.47lb ) to conduct aerial photography and cinematography

over private property

wi th prior permission and restricted access by non - participants. The general geographic area of operations would be T ruckee, Ca, Lake T

ahoe and Reno, but would on occasions include other regions. 3) This petition is based on the precedent set by the Regulat ory

Docket No. F

AA - 2014 - 0481, Exemption No. 1 11 38 Douglas T

rudeau issued January

5 th , 2015. 4) Further more Iseek an exemption for the requirement ( Conditions & L imitations 14, Exemption No. 111 38 ) to have a private pilots license in order to operate the UAS. As part of this request I will provide all necessary

documents and procedures to met the security screening requirements of the Department of Homeland Security . Additionally

, Iwill provide a third - class medical certificate, or equivalent. The b asis for this request is that the requirements of a manned - flight private pilots license does not facilitate safe knowledgeable operations of a UAS specific flight. 5) The requested exemptions will allow my self personally , and my company to provide aerial photography

& cinematography

for commercial clients while meeting necessary safe operating parameters and regulations defined by the F AA & other local and regional agencies. 6) My qualifications & track record as UAS Operator: Flying UAS since May 2013. Ove r 450 documented flights, and approximately 65 flight - hours. Utilizing Phantom 1 & Phantom 2 Models. ( under 3 lbs ) Ihave experienced emer gency landings, however my

record includes: No significant crashes, no injuries to persons or damage to pers onal property . Furthermore I

have worked as cinematographer filming for over twenty y ears and have filmed on many occasions from both manned Helicopters, and fixed wing vessels, 7) I have attached below: my personal **Pre -**  **flight tech and safety check list** , a s well as the **Rules of flight**  I observe while operating my Micro UAS. Iwill comply with any additions the F

AA might have for Pre - Flight, and Flight Rules. Thank y ou for y our consideration in this matter . Steven R Mitchell Producer / Director / Aerial Specialist eMedia FilmsSteve Mitchell – eMedia Films

**UAS PRE -**  **FLIGHT CHECK LIST & PROCEDURES** :

 In spect rotors for shape, and cracks, any signs of loss of integrity .  In spect / Attach rotors – check rotation direction and nut tension.  In spect overall vess el for signs of damage and loose connections.  In spection of motors for smooth balanced, quiet operation - free of debris.  Check battery – at a minimum of 95% of char ge.  Check battery – for clean connections & free of defects, swelling, etc  Define flight pl an, take of f & objectives & LZ.  Check flight plan against designated “No Fly Zone” ie: proximity

to Airports, Military

, etc.  Check wind and weather – look for signs of unusual wind at higher elevations.  Confirm the designated flying area and confirm with all personnel.  Confirm flying area is clear of all restricted air space requirements.  Confirm y our VO, LOS range and verbal communications to be used.  Check for aerial obstructions – utility wires, etc.  Check all external connections: fpv, etc for tightn ess.  Check all external devices are attached securely : gimbal, camera, fpv tx, etc, and each has a safety : ziptie, etc, incase a device comes loose it does not separate from the vessel.  Check camera lens is clean.  Check camera setting are correct.  Check a ll control switches are in proper start up position.  Clear and reset flight clock to zero.  Check take of

f area is clear of objects and persons for 10 ft radius.  Announce “Stand Clear – We 're Powering Up Now! “  Spin up rotors – listen for any unusual sounds in the sy stem.  Allow the sy stem to complete it's full start up procedure.  Confirm that the sy stem status is flight - ready .  Confirm GPS status, and number of satellites.  Check that battery

still indicates operational status at 95% or better  Start flight - clo ck.  Li ft of f and hover at 4 feet.  Check all status lights on the UV and Controller.  Check that hover is stable. ( not drifting or erratic )  Check that camera and fpv is operational.  Check that all control commands are responsive.  Set current home location for Lost Link: “Return to Home”  Confirm VO readiness, and proceed with the flight plan.**Flight Rules:**

Receive Permissions to fly over specific private property . Maintain L OS at all times. Have a VO at all times. Conduct flight only

during daylight hours. Maintain a minimum clearance of 10’ of f the deck. Not to exceed a flying height 400’ above ground. Maintain 30’ of clearance of all objects and obstacles. Perform an emergency

landing if the situation becomes unsafe. Perform and emergency

landin g if the vessel shows any unstable characteristics. Return to ground with 25% battery life in reserve.