UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATIONADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON, DC RegulatoryDocketNo. _____ _ 

### IN THE MATTEROFTHEPETITIONFOREXEMPTION OF: LAPPERT SMITHTECHNOLOGIES LLC FORAN EXEMPTION SEEKINGRELIEFFROMTHE REQUIREMENTS OF TITLE 14 OFTHE CODE OFFEDERALREGULATIONS SECTIONS 91.9(b), 91.203(a), 91.203(b), 45.23(b), 21.185, 45.27(a), 91.7(a), 91.103, 91.109(a), 91.119, 91.121, 91.151(a), 91.405(a), 91.407 (a)(1), 91.409 (a)(2), 91.147 (a), 91.147(b), and 61.113 CONCERNINGOPERATIONOFAN UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM OVERRURALAREAS OFTHE UNITED STATES PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF THE FAA MODERNIZATIONAND REFORMACT OF2012

MICHAEL BRUK, ESQ. THELAWOFFICE OF MICHAELBRUK 138 W. 25TH ST, lOTH FLOOR, SillTE ClOOl NEWYORK, NY, 10001 Tel: (212) 203-9303 Fax: (347) 710-1791 Attorney forPetitionerContents GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS ....................................................................................... iii I. SUMM"ARY ..................................................................................................................... 1 II. INTRODUCTIONAND INTERESTS OF THEPETITIONER........................................ 1 III. BACKGROUND OF THEDll S800 OCTOCOPTER......................................................2 IV. BASIS FORAPPROVAL OF LAPPERT SMITHPETITION .........................................3 

### A Approval is Warranted Based onthe UAS's Size, Weight, Speed, and Operational Capability.............................................................................4 B. Approval is WarrantedBased onthe Operational Restrictions SetForthinthe OperationsManual ....................................................................5 V. THEEXTENT OF RELIEF LAPPERT SMITH SEEKS AND THEREASONLAPPERT SMITH SEEKS THERELIEF........................................7 VI. DRUGAND ALCOHOLPROGRAM........................................................................... 18 VII. REASONS WHY GRANTINGLAPPERT SMITH'S REQUESTWOULD BEINTHEPUBLIC INTEREST................................................. 18 A The PublicWill BenefitFromDecreased Congestion OfTheNAS, ReducedNoise and AirPollution, and Safety ofLife and Property, and Air Traffic Control's Responsibilities............................. 18 B. Aerial Inspections withthe Dll S800 HexacopterUAS will BenefittheEconomy........... 19 C. No Privacy IssuesExists........................................................................................................ 19 VIII. OPERATIONS ANDMANUFACTURER'S MANUALS..........................................20 IX. Any Other Conditions TheFAAMayPrescribeFor Safe Operation...............................20 X. A Summary That CanBePublished InTheFederalRegister .........................................21 XI. CONCLUSION..............................................................................................................22

iiGLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS AGL Above Ground Level ATC Air Traffic Control COA Certificate ofAuthorization FAAFederal AviationAdministration FARFederal AviationRegulation NAS National Airspace System Section 333 FAAModernization and Reform Act of2012, Section 333 SMS SafetyManagement System UAS Unmanned Aircraft System VFR Visual Flight Rules VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions

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### I. SUMMARY 

### Lappert Smith Technologies LLC, through its counsel and by this petition, seeks exemption that would permit Lappert Smith to operate an Unmanned Aircraft System ("UAS") over certain rural areas ofthe United States, while keeping the required regulatory documents readily accessible to the pilot in command atthe ground control station. This exemptionwill also permit all required markings regarding the operational status ofLappert Smith's UAS to be displayed onthe fuselage oftheunmanned aircraft. II. INTRODUCTIONAND INTERESTS OF THE PETITIONER Lappert 

### Smith Technologies LLC (hereinafter referred to as ("Lappert 

### Smith") seeks the requested exemptions to permit it to offer imaging and inspection of various power infrastructures to determine whether said lines are in need ofrepair. In 

### addition, Lappert Smith seeks authority to conducttraining and maintenance flights in a sterile area free from hazards and persons. Various utility providers strive to deliver reliable resources to manufacturers, commercial enterprises, and residential customers. These utility constantly seek newer, more-efficient, costeffective, and reliable means by which to perform safety checks of their equipment. These companies also realize that a portions ofthe infrastructure in the United States is aging and in need ofrepair or replacement. The Lappert Smith team has developed a remote piloted aerial system that safely and efficiently provides customers with low cost, comprehensive aerial inspection. Lappert Smith acknowledges and appreciates that UAS operations are part ofa complex and interconnected system that make up the national airspace (NAS). Lappert Smith personnel have extensive experience in conducting UAS flights and are conscious ofthe special safety issues that arise from working in this environment. The Lappert Smith Team is comprised as follows:1. Walter Lappert, ChiefDesign Engineer. 

### B.S. in Mechanic Engineering and A.A. 

### in Unmanned Aircraft Technology; Community College of the Air Force degree in 1

### Aircraft Armament Systems; 1 0+ years ofUSAF service, served as Weapons Load Team Chief, trained and qualified 51 service personnel on 18 GPS and laser-guided munitions system; Military Rank of Staff Sergeant (Disabled Veteran); Active SECRET Clearance (Department ofDefense); 238 Missions with Objective; 750+ hours ofUAS operation without objective. NCATT (National Center for Aerospace and Transportation Technology) Certified. 2. Alex Hinkle, Lead Pilot- 

### B.S. in Aviation Management from Kansas State University; Pilot's License with Instrument Rating; Class 1 Medical; 178 Missions with objective, 250+ hours ofUAS operation without objective 3. Peter Kalaitzidis, Co-Pilot and Lead Observer- A.A. 

### in Applied Sciences; A.A. 

### in Electrical Engineering, Community College of the Air Force degree in Aircraft Armament Systems; Military Rank of Staff Sergeant (Disabled Veteran, Retired); Class 2Medical Clearance; 88 Missions with objective, 625+ hours ofUAS operation without objective. 4. Parker Freeman, Co-Pilot/Observer. 

### Private Pilot's License; Class 2 Medical Clearance; 2013 AUVSI (Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International) Safety Award Recipient; 50 UAS missions as PIC totaling 150 single engine PIC flight time hours; 120 UAS missions as co-pilot/observer. 5. Bretten Smith- Chief Operating Officer. 

### B.S. in Applied Science and MBA with focus on Program Management, Kansas State University; Led Weapons System and Tech Crews in USAF; Military Rank of Staff Sergeant (Disabled Veteran); Active SECRET Clearance (Department ofDefense).

ill. BACKGROUND OF THE DJI SSOO OCTOCOPTER

2Lappert Smith seeks an exemptionto operate a

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS 1
, for compensation or hire within the national airspace system ("NAS"). The 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS is comprised ofan amphibious unmanned aircraft and a transportable ground station. The 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS has a maximum gross weight of approximately thirty (30) pounds, a 360 millimeters (14.173 inches) length ofeach wing, and base a length of500 millimeters (19.685 inches). The 

### Dll S800 hexacopter unmanned aircraft is equipped with 6 propellers driven by a Lithium Polymerbatterypowered electric motor. 

### IV. BASIS FORAPPROVAL OF LAPPERT SMITH PETITION Petitioner, Lappert Smith, through its undersigned counsel and pursuant to the provisions oftheFederal AviationRegulations (14 C.F.R. § 11.61) and theFAAModernization and Reform Act of 2012, Section 333, 

### Special Rulesfor Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems, hereby petitions the Administrator for an exemption from the requirements of 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.9(b), 91.203(a), 91.203(b), 45.23(b). In the alternative, and in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation ("FAR") Section 21.16, entitled 

### Special Conditions (14 C.F.R. 

### § 21.16), Lappert Smith respectfully requests that the Administrator prescribe special conditions for the intended operation ofthe Lappert Smith 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS that contain such safety standards as the Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the restricted category airworthiness certification standards specified in 14 C.F.R. 

### § 21.185. Lappert Smith provides the following information in support ofits petition for exemption: Narne And Address OfThe Petitioner. Lappert Smith TechnologiesLLC 1205 S. Tryon St. Unit 1106 Charlotte, NC 28203

1 Lappert Smithhasreserved registrationnumbers N 8HJLS, 

### .nn,s, and .326LS andwill submit anAircraft RegistrationApplicationuponthe grantofthe exemptions soughtbythisPetition. 3The point ofcontactfor this Petition and specific contact information is as follows: Michael Bruk, Esq. The Law Office ofMichael Bruk 138 W. 25thSt, lOth Floor, Suite ClOOl NewYork, NY, 10001 Tel: (212) 203-9303 Fax: (347) 710-1791 Email: mb@bruklaw.com

A. Approval is Warranted Based on the UAS's Size, Weight, Speed, and Operational Capability Lappert Smith will employ the Dll S800 hexacopter for infrastructure inspection operations, with a maximum take-off weight of 30 pounds, and whose flight speed will not exceed 30 miles perhour. In addition, no UAS will be flown in controlled airspace absent written consent ofa local regulatory agency or office, nor at an altitude that exceeds 400 feet AGL, and in such a way that operations can be safely terminated with a reserve battery power of 30% maximum charge. The Dll S800 does not carry any flammable propellant or fuel and possesses redundant motor capabilities. In addition, the UAS can maintain flight in the event one or more motors fail unexpectedly, and is capable ofcompensating for engine loss automatically. The Dll S800 also possessesthe ability to alert thePIC to the possibility ofa lost link before it occurs. In the event a control link is unexpectedly lost, the UAS is equipped with failsafe setting which returns the vehicle to a pre-determined, emergency alternate landing zone. In the absence of UAS operations, and particularly in rural areas, many of these inspections would have to be carried out by a helicopter or by technicians performing the 4

### inspection manually. Helicopter inspections are carried out at high speed, and carry a greater risk of a wire strike or other collision than do UAS operations. Moreover, conducting helicopter inspections at certain locations, such as substations where several utility lines converge, carry additional risks to helicopters. Finally, due tothe low altitude ofutility line inspection flights, the ability of a helicopter pilot to successfully conduct an autorotation in the event of an engine failure may be limited or impossible. Given the small size ofthe selected UAS and the restricted environment within which it will operate, this petition for exemption falls within the equivalent level of safety which Congress directed the FAA to permit commercial UAS operations by exemption pending completion offormal rulemaking.

B. Approval is Warranted Based on the Operational Restrictions Set Forth in the Operations Manual 

### The Lappert Smith Operations Manual, along with the Dll 

### manufacturer's manual, contain all of the procedures and limitations necessary to successfully and safely perform inspections of infrastructure. Below is a summary of operational limitations and conditions which will ensure an equivalent or higher level ofsafety for operations conducted under current regulatory guidelines: 1. The UAS will weigh 30 pounds orless. 2. Flights will be operated within line ofsight ofa pilot and observer. 3. Maximum total flight time for each operational flight will be limited to the lesser of25 to 30 minutes or the amount oftime the UAS can be flown and still maintain a reserve batterypower ofno less than 30%. 4. Flights will be operated at an altitude ofno more than 400 feet AGL and will not be conducted within navigable airspace. 5. Flights will be operated at a lateral distance of least 500 feet from any inhabited structures, buildings, vehicles orvessels, orfrom people not associated with the operation who have not givenpermission in advance ofthe operation.

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### 6. Minimum crew for each operation will consist ofthe UAS Pilot, one or more Visual Observers as necessary to safely conduct the mission, and a Sensor Operator ifrequired, all ofwhom possess class 2Medical 7. The Pilot will have a private pilot's license, be instrument rated, and have completed 64 hours of training and instruction on the Dll 800 prior to any flight in accordance the Operations Manual, will have conducted at least three (3) take-offs and three (3) landings 90 days immediately preceding the date ofany proposed commercial operation. 8. The UAS will operate in accordance with the safety and operational requirements ofthe Operations Manual. 9. Prior to the operation, a Mission Plan will be created setting forth the limitations for the flight as well as contact and hazard information provided by theutility. 10. ANOT AMwill be issued not more than seventy-two (72) hours in advance offlight, but not less thantwelve (12) hours before flight. 11. Pilot, Visual Observer and Sensor Operator will at all times be able to communicate by vmce. 12. Prior to any flights, a Certificate of Authorization will be obtained specifying the geographic over which operations will be conducted. 13. All required permissions and permits will be obtained from territorial, state, county or cityjurisdictions, including local law enforcement, fire or other appropriate governmental agencies. 14. The operator will coordinate all flights with the appropriate Flight Standards District Office. 15. If the UAS loses communications or loses its GPS signal, the UAS will have the capability to return to a pre-determined location withinthe operational area and land. 16. Contingency plans will be in place to safely terminate flight if there is a loss of communicationbetweenthe pilot and the observer. 17. The UAS will have the capability to abort a flight in case ofunpredicted obstacles or emergencies. 18. The Dll S800 UAS shall be operated pursuant to Day Visual Flight Rules (VFR) in visual meteorological conditions (VMC). The Dll S800 UAS shall be operated only during daylight hours (i.e. 

### betweenthe end ofmorning civil twilight and the beginning of
6evening civil twilight, as published in the American Air Almanac, converted to local time). 19. The Dll S800 UAS shall operate from on-site takeoff/landing locations directly next to the pilot in command and co-located safety observer. Ifthe operation is from a watercraft, the pilot in command and safety observer shall remain co-located onthe same watercraft. 20. Operation ofthe Dll S800 UAS with any inoperative instruments or equipment shall be prohibited. 21. The Dll S800 UAS shall be maintained m accordance with the Manufacturer's Maintenance Manual. 22. The Dll S800 UAS shall be operated pursuant to 14 C.F.R. Part 91, operating requirements. 23. Forthe proposed flight operation, only one Dll S800 UAS shall be airborne at any given time. 24. Prior to flight operations, Lappert Smith shall coordinate and establish two way communicationswiththe nearest Air Traffic Control facility. 25. For any flight operations over U.S. Government or state managed lands, Lappert Smith shall coordinate with the appropriate authority and ensure that the property owners have at least twelve (12) hours of advance notice prior to the proposed flight operations. Coordination shall include anticipated periods of operation, purpose ofthe flights, and contact information for the operator should questions orissues arise. V. THE EXTENT OFRELIEFLAPPERT SMITH SEEKSAND THEREASON LAPPERT SMITH SEEKS THE RELIEF. A. ReliefFrom Section 91.9(b). Lappert Smith seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R 

### § 91.9(b). Section 91.9, Civil aircraft flightmanual, marking, and placardrequirements, ofwhich subsection (b) states: (b) No person may operate a U.S.-registered civil aircraft (1) for which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is required by§ 21.5 ofthis chapter unless there is available in the
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### aircraft a current, approved Airplane orRotorcraft Flight Manual or the manual provided for in§ 121.141(b); and (2) For which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is not required by § 21.5 ofthis chapter, unless there is available in the aircraft a current approved Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, markings, and placards, or any combinationthereof Equivalent Level ofCompliance The Dll S800 hexacopter UAS is unmanned and has a maximum gross weight of approximately thirty (30) pounds. Therefore, it is unable to carry Airplane Flight Manuals onboard. Lappert Smith proposes the following conditions and limitations to its request for exemption from Section 91.9(b): The approved Airplane Flight Manual shall be kept at the ground control station, immediately available for reference by the PIC, or inspection by any FAA, DOD, or other law enforcement official, any time during operation of the UAS. In addition, the Flight Manual shall be made available within 10 days to any law enforcement official upon request. B. ReliefFrom Section 91.203(a) and (b). Lappert Smith seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R § 

### 91.203(a) and (b). Section 91.203 entitled Civilaircraft: Certifications required, 

### subsections (a) and (b) statethe following: (a) Except as provided in § 91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within it the following: (1) An 

### appropriate and current airworthiness certificate. Each U.S. airworthiness certificate used to comply with this subparagraph (except a special flight permit, a copy of the applicable operations specifications issued under § 21.197(c) of this chapter, appropriate sections ofthe air carrier manual required by parts 121 and 135 ofthis chapter containing that portion ofthe operations specifications issued under § 8

### 21.197(c), or an authorization under § 91.611) must have on it the registration number assigned to the aircraft under part 47 of this chapter. However, 

### the airworthiness certificate need not have on it an assigned special identification number before 10 days after that number is first affixed to the aircraft. A revised airworthiness certificate having on it an assigned special identification number, that has been affixed to an aircraft, may only be obtained upon application to an FAA Flight Standards district office. (2) An 

### effective U.S. registration certificate issued to its owner or, for operation within the United States, the second copy ofthe Aircraft registration Application as provided for in§ 47.31(c), or aregistration certification issued under the laws ofa foreign country. (b) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by paragraph (a) ofthis section or a special flight authorization issued under§ 91.715 is displayed at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legibletopassengers or crew. EquivalentLevel ofCompliance 

### The Dll S800 hexacopter is unmanned, has no cabin, cockpit, pilot station, or other entrances. The aircrew is located at the ground control station and no passengers are carried at any time. Lappert Smith proposes the following conditions and limitations to its request for exemption from Sections 91.203(a) and (b): The documents required by §§ 91.203(a) and (b) shall be kept at the ground control station, immediately available for reference by the PIC, orinspection by any FAA, DOD, or other law enforcement official, any time during operation ofthe UAS. In addition, these documents shall be made available within 10 days to any law enforcement official upon request.

9C. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 45.23(b). 

### Lappert Smith seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R § 45.23(b). 

### Section 45.23 entitled Display of marks; general, 

### subsection (b), statesthe following: (b) When marks include only the Roman capital letter "N" and the registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light-sport category aircraft or experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 inches high, the words "limited," "restricted," "light-sport," "experimental," or "provisional," as applicable. Equivalent Level ofCompliance 

### As the DJI S800 hexacopter UAS is unmanned, it has no cabin, cockpit, pilot station, or entrances thereto. Therefore, Lappert Smith proposes that, the FAA N numbers be prominently displayed on DJI 800 be displayed prominently displayed on the fuselage with markings that are as large as practicable., onboth sides ofthe DJI S800 hexacopter UAS. D. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H- Airworthiness Certificates and 14 C.F.R §91.203(a)(1) 

### Lappert Smith respectfully requests the FAA finds, under the Reform Act, that the DJI S800 UAS provides a level of safety equivalent to that of aircraft normally used for the same application. Ifsuch a finding is made, no exemption is needed. If, however, the FAA determines that there any characteristics ofthe UAS fail to meet the requirements ofthe Reform Act, an exemption is requested. Equivalent Level ofCompliance 

### The DJI S800 UAS will operate safely taking into account its size, weight, speed, and operational capability. The UAS has a maximum take-offweight of30 pounds, will be flown at less than 30 miles perhour and completely outside controlled airspace. 10Utility line inspections are currently performed by helicopters, which weighthousands of pounds, carry large loads offuel, and do not possess the ability to compensate for unexpected engine failure. Taken together with the low altitudes needed to conduct these inspections, helicopters cannot conduct operations as safely as a UAS. In addition, damage to critical infrastructure resulting from a helicopters coming into contact with a utility line or substation is far greaterthan ifthat ofa small UAS. Thus, a UAS operated in a restricted environment, within line-of-sight of the PIC, and under the conditions proposed, will be at least as safe as a conventional rotorcraft operating. E. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. Part 27 Airworthiness Standards: Normal Category Rotorcraft 14 C.P.R. Part 27 sets forth the procedural requirements for airworthiness certification of normal category rotorcraft. To the extent the Petitioner's UAS would otherwise require certification under Part 27, Petitioner seeks an exemption from Part 27's airworthiness standards for the same reasons identified in the exemptionrequest from 14 C.F.R. Part 21, Subpart H. F. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.9(c), 45.23(b) and 45.27(a): Aircraft Marking and Identification Requirements Petitioner Lappert Smith seeks an exemption from the aircraft marking and identification requirements contained in 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.9(c), 45.23(b) and 45.27(a). • 14 C.P.R.§ 91.9(c), Civil Aircraft Flight Manual, Marking and Placard requirements, provides that: No person may operate a U.S.-registered civil aircraft unless that aircraft is identified in accordance withPart 45 ofthis chapter. 14 C.F.R. 

### § 45.23(b), Markings of the Aircraft, states: When marks include only the Roman capital letter "N" and the registration number is displayed on limited, restricted or light-sport category aircraft or experimental or provisionally certificated aircraft, the operator must also display on that aircraft near each entrance to the cabin, cockpit, or pilot station, in letters not less than 2 inches nor more than 6 inches high, the words "limited," "restricted," "light-sport, "experimental," or "provisional," as applicable. • 14 11

### C.P.R. § 45.27(a), Rotorcraft, states: Each operator ofa rotorcraft must display on that rotorcraft horizontally on both surfaces ofthe cabin, fuselage, boom, or tail the marks required by§ 45.23. EquivalentLevel ofSafety 

### As the Dll 

### 800 is a hexacopter with an unconventional shape, Lappert Smith will apply for a Letter ofAlternative Marking to allow the registered N-number to be prominently displayed on the fuselage with markingsthat are as large as practicable.

G. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R § 91.9(b)(2): Civil Aircraft Flight Manual in the Aircraft and 14 C.F.R § 91.203(a) and (b): Carrying CivilAircraft Certification and Registration 

### Pursuantto 14 C.F.R. § 91.9(b)(2): (b) Noperson may operate aU.S.-registered civil aircraft- (2) For which an Airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual is not required by§ 21.5 ofthis chapter, unless there is available in the aircraft a current approved airplane or Rotorcraft Flight Manual, approved manual material, markings and placards, or any combination thereof Pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 91.203(a) and (b):(a) Except as provided in§ 91.715, no person may operate a civil aircraft unless it has within it the following: (1) An 

### appropriate and current airworthiness certificate. (b) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless the airworthiness certificate required by paragraph (a) ofthis section or a special flight authorization issued under § 91.715 is displayed at the cabin or cockpit entrance so that it is legible to passengers or crew. Equivalent Level ofCompliance 

### Lappert Smith does notrequest an exemption from this sectionbut instead notifiesthe FAAthat, in accordance with FAA Office ofChiefCounsel's Opinion dated August 8, 2014, the

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### UAS flight manual, registration certificate and other documentation will be kept at the control station with the PIC during flight. The Chief Counsel's Office has held that for all UAS operations, this alternate method constitutes full compliance withthe regulations. H. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 91.7(a): Civil Aircraft Airworthiness 

### Petitioner seeks an exemption from 14 C.P.R. § 

### 91.7(a), which requires that a civil aircraft be in airworthy condition to be operated. The FAA has stated that no exemption is required to the extent that the requirements of Part 21 are waived or found inapplicable. Accordingly, Petitioner request that the requirements for Section 91.7 are treated in accordance with Section V(A), supra. I. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 91.103: Preflight Action 

### Petitioner seeks an exemption from 14 C.F .R. § 

### 91.103, which requires a PIC to become familiar with specific information before each flight, including information contained in the FAA-approved Flight Manual on board the aircraft. While the PIC will be familiar with all information necessary to safely conductthe flight, an exemption is requestedtothe extentthat an FAA-approved Flight manual is required. Equivalent Level ofCompliance An 

### equivalent level of safety will be provided by following the Aircraft Operations Manual and flight manual provided by the manufacturer. The PIC will take all required preflight actions- including performing all required checklists and reviewing weather, flight battery requirements, landing and takeoffdistance, aircraft performance data, and contingency landing areas - before initiation of flight. The Aircraft Operations Manual and manufacturer's flight manual will be kept atthe ground station with the operator at all times. J. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 91.109(a): Flight Instruction

13Petitioner seeks an exemption from 14 C.F.R. § 91.109(a), which provides that "[n]o person may operate a civil aircraft (except a manned free balloon) that is being used for flight instruction unless that aircraft has fully functioning dual controls." UASs and remotely piloted aircraft, by their design, do not have functional dual controls. Instead, flight control is accomplished through the use of a device that communicates with the aircraft via radio communications. Equivalent Level ofCompliance Given the size and speed ofthe UAS, an equivalent level of safe training can still be performed without dual controls because no pilot or passengers are aboard the UAS, and all personswill be a safe distance away in the event thatthe UAS experiences any difficulties during flight instruction. In addition, Petitioner has established a flight training program that will be administered by a certified flight instructor. That training program includes both classroom instruction as well as supervised flight training employing the same aircraft that will be used operationally to conduct power infrastructure inspections. Accordingly, Lappert Smith's proposed method ofoperation provides superior levels ofsafety. 

### K. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 91.119: Minimum SafeAltitudes Petitioner requests an exemption from the minimum safe altitude requirements of 14 C.F.R. 

### § 91.119. Section 91.119 prescribes the minimum safe altitudes underwhich aircraft may not operate, including 500 feet above the surface and away from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure in non-congested areas. See 14 C.F .R. § 91.119(c). Section 91.119(d) allows for a helicopter to operate at less than those minimum altitudes when it can be operated "without hazard to persons orproperty onthe surface," provided that "each person operating the helicopter complies with any routes or altitudes specifically prescribed for helicopters by theFAA." Equivalent Level ofCompliance

14Compared to flight operations with rotorcraft weighing far more than the maximumUAS weight proposed herein, and given the lack of flammable fuel, any risk associated with these operations is far less than those that presently exist with conventional aircraft. An equivalent level of safety will be achieved given the size, weight, and speed ofthe UAS, as well as the location where it is operated. In order to avoid any risk to aircraft, flight operations will be restricted to 400' AGL or below. As set forth in the Manual, the UAS will be operated in a restricted area, away from persons or structures notinvolved inthe operation. L. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R § 91.121: Altimeter Settings This petition seeks an exemption from 14 C.P.R.§ 91.121, which requires a person operating an aircraft to maintain cruising altitude or flight level by reference to an altimeter that is set to the elevation ofthe departure airport orbarometric pressure. An exemption is required to the extentthattheUAS does not have a barometric altimeter, butrather a GPS altitude read out. Equivalent Level ofCompliance The FAAhas stated that an equivalent level ofsafety canbe achieved ifthe UAS will be operated at 400' or below and within visual line-of-sight in addition to GPS based altitude information relayed in real time tothe operator. As the attached Operations Manual indicates, the chosen UAS meets these requirements, and a zero altitude initiation point will be obtained prior to flight. M. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 91.151(a): Fuel Requirements for Flight in VFR Conditions Petitioner requests an exemption from 14 C.P.R.§ 91.151(a)'s fuel requirements for flight in VFRconditions. Section 91.151 states:

15(a) No person may begin a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless (considering wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed (1) During the day, to fly afterthat for at least 30 minutes; or (2) Atnight, to fly afterthat for at least 45 minutes.


### Equivalent Level ofCompliance Here, the technological limitations on UAS battery power means that no meaningful flight operations can be conducted while still maintaining a 30 minute reserve. The FAA has stated that an equivalent level ofsafety is provided ifthe UAS flight is terminated with at least 25% reserve battery power still available. Lappert Smith proposes that all flights comply with this requirement by mandating thatthe aircraft be safely landed with no less than 30% ofbattery life remaining. 

### N. ReliefFrom 14 C.F.R. § 

### 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a) and (b): Maintenance Inspections Petitioner seeks an exemption from the maintenance inspection requirements contained in 14 C.F.R. 

### § 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(l), 91.409(a)(2); 91.417(a) and (b). These regulations specify maintenance and inspection standards in reference to 14 C.F.R. Part43. See, e.g., 14 C.F.R. 

### § 91.405(a) (stating that each owner oroperator ofan aircraft "[s]hall have the aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E ofthis part and shall between required inspections . . . have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 ofthis chapter"). An exemption to these regulations is needed because Part 43 and these sections only apply to aircraft with an airworthiness certificate, which the UAS will not have. 

### Equivalent Level ofCompliance

16An equivalent level ofsafety will be achieved because maintenance and inspections will be performed in accordance with the UAS Manufacturer's Manual, as referenced in the Operations Manual. As provided in the Operat ons Manual, flights will notbe conducted unless a flight operations checklist is performed that includes all of the aircraft's components. The Operations Manual also sets requirements for maintenance log books and record keeping as well as routine and post-flight maintenance. The Manual sets requirements for both annual maintenance and preventative maintenance based onhours offlight. 

### 0. ReliefFrom 14 CFR

### § 61.113: Private Pilot Privileges And Limitations Petitioner seeks exemption from 14 CFR § 61.113, which restricts private pilot certificate holders from flying aircraft for compensation or hire, and would also require a second class medical certificate. The purpose ofPart 61 is to ensure the skill and competency of any PIC matches the airspace in whichthe PIC will be operating, as well as requiring certifications ifthe private pilot carries passengers or cargo for hire. In this case, while the UAS will be operated as part of a commercial operation, it carries neither passengers nor cargo. In the Grant of Exemption in FAA Docket No. FAA-2014-0352, the FAA determined that the unique characteristics ofUAS operation outside ofcontrolled airspace did not warrant the addition cost and restrictions attendant with requiring a PIC to have a commercial pilot certificate and class II medical certificate. 

### Equivalent Level ofCompliance . Regardless, Lappert Smith will employ only licensed private pilots as PIC for their operation. The restrictions Lappert Smith has placed on its UAS operations meet or exceed the restrictions similarly imposed on Astraeus Aerial in FAADocket No. F AA-2014-0352. Lappert Smith will operate in a sterile area way from persons and property not involved in the inspection. It will be flown based on VLOS and below 400' AGL. A NOT AM will be issued between 12 and 72 hours before the flight is to occur, and the flight will be coordinated with the applicable FSDO.

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### VI. DRUGAND ALCOHOLPROGRAM 

### Lappert Smith is committed to a drug-free work place and the right oftheflying public it serves to safe and efficient air transportation. All employees ofLappert Smith who perform safety sensitive and/or security related functions are prohibited from performing work if they have alcohol or aprohibited drug in their system.

VII. REASONSWHY GRANTINGLAPPERT SMITH'S REQUESTWOULD BE IN THE PUBLICINTEREST 

### Lappert Smith submits this Petition to provide safe, efficient, and economical aerial inspection and research throughout rural areas ofthe United States, in support ofgovernment entities, agriculture, scientific studies, wildlife monitoring, forestry, the oil and gas industries, and other utilities and commercial operations that require aerial inspection. The specific operations that Lappert Smith will perform withthe Dll 

### S800 hexacopter UAS demonstrate how the requested exemption will directly benefit these industries, as well as the public. A. The Public Will Benefit From Decreased Congestion OfThe NAS, Reduced Noise and Air Pollution, and Safety of Life and Property, and Air Traffic Control's Responsibilities 

### Compared to the cabin class, six-cylinder internal combustion twin engine aircraft that that use 20-30 gallons per hour of leaded aviation fuel, the Dll 

### S800 hexacopter UAS uses battery power and an electric motors, which produce no air pollution, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of aerial inspections and eliminating noise pollution. The Dll 

### S800 motor is barely audible during take-off, and cannot be heard when operating more than 100 feet above ground level. The Dll 

### S800 hexacopter UAS is a safe, efficient, and economical alternative to the manned aircraft traditionally utilized to obtain aerial imagery.

18The 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS, which weighs approximately thirty (30) pounds at its maximum gross weight, a 360 millimeter (14.173 inch) length ofeach wing, and base a length of 500 millimeters (19.685 inches) and has no fuel on board. Thus, the potential for collateral damage to life and property on the ground, and in the air, compared to the manned aircraft that typically conduct aerial inspection will be substantiallyreduced or completely eliminated. An exemption allowing the use of a 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS would decrease NAS congestion and provide a substantial benefit to the public in the form ofreduced quantity and size ofmanned aircraft, reduce noise and air pollution, increase the safety oflife and property in the air and on the ground, and reduce air traffic control's responsibilities regarding ground, takeoff, departure, arrival, and landing phases offlight operations. B. AerialInspections withtheDJI SSOO HexacopterUAS will BenefittheEconomy

With the rising cost ofaviation fuel and the EPA actions phasing out leaded fuels, U.S. companies are searching for alternative technology to remain competitive. The 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS is an economically sound alternative to manned aircraft and will allow U.S.- based companies to remain competitive, provide greater job stability to employees and contractors, and ultimately contributeto the growth ofthe U.S. economy. Improved financial performance ofU.S. companies, through commercial use ofthe 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS, provides a stable workforce that increases consumer spending, thereby increasing taxrevenues for local, state, and federal governments, C. No PrivacyIssues Exists The 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS will operate only in rural areas, and in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations, including the minimum altitude requirements of 14 C.F.R. 

### § 91.119. In addition, the 

### Dll S800 hexacopter UAS will not be operated closer than 500 feet to any third-person, vessel, vehicle, or structure, exceptwhen necessary for takeofforlanding.

19

### VIII. OPERATIONS AND MANUFACTURER'S MANUALS A copy of the Lappert Smith's Operations Manual and Dll's Manufacturers Manual, which are proprietary information, are attached hereto as Exhibits A and B, Petitioner requests, pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 

### 11.35(b), that all Exhibits attached to petition be held in a separate file as they are proprietary information, and in accordance with 14 C.F.R. 11.35(b), are not to be included in the FederalDocketManagement System (FDMS). IX. Any Other Conditions The FAA May Prescribe For Safe Operation. In 

### accordance with Section 333 ofthe FAAModernization and Reform Act of2012 and 14 C.F.R. § 

### 21.16 entitled Special Conditions, 

### Lappert Smith requests that the FAA prescribe special conditions for the intended operation ofthe Dll S800 UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator finds necessary to establish a level ofsafety equivalent to that established by Section 21.185, and whichwill permit safe operation ofthe Dll S800 UAS for the special purpose ofconducting aerial inspection over rural areas ofthe United States. Section 333 sets forth the requirements for considering whether a UAS will create a hazard to users ofthe NAS or the public, or otherwise pose a threat to national security; and further, provides the authority for such UAS to operate without airworthiness certification in accordance with any requirements that mustbe established for the safe operation ofthe aircraft systems intheNAS. Likewise, theAdministratormay prescribe special conditions pursuantto 14 C.F.R. § 

### 21.16, for operation oftheDll S800 UAS, since the airworthiness regulations of 14 C.F.R. Part 21 do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards, due to the novel or unusual design features ofthe aircraft. Section 21.16, entitled Special Conditions, 

### states the following: "Ifthe FAA finds that the airworthiness regulations ofthis subchapter do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for an aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller because ofa novel or unusual design feature ofthe aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller, he prescribes special conditions and amendments thereto for the product. The special 20conditions are issued in accordance with Part 11 ofthis chapter and contain such safety standards for the aircraft, aircraft engine or propeller as the FAA finds necessary to establish a level ofsafety equivalentto that established inthe regulations." Therefore, in accordancewith Section 333 and 14 C.F.R. § 21.16, theFAAmay prescribe special conditions for Lappert Smith's intended operation ofthe DJI S800 UAS, which contain such safety standards that the Administrator finds necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by Section 21.185, and which will permit safe operation ofthe DJI S800 UAS for the special purpose ofconducting aerial inspection over rural areas ofthe United States.

X. A SummaryThat CanBePublishedIn TheFederalRegister, stating: TheRules FromWhich Lappert Smith Seeks Exemption: LappertSmith TechnologiesLLCseeks exemption from the requirements of 14 C.P.R.§§ 91.9(b), 91.203(a), 91.203(b), 45.23(b), 21.185, 45.27(a), 91. 7(a), 91.103, 91.109(a), 9J.Jl9, 91.121, 91.151(a), 91.405(a), 91.407 (a)(J), 91.409 (a)(2), 91.147 (a), 91.147(b), and61.113 A BriefDescription OfTheNature OfTheExemptionLappert Smith Seeks: This exemption willpermitLappertSmith to operate an UnmannedAircraftSystem over certain rural areas ofthe UnitedStates, while keeping the documents required by the regulations at the ground control station and immediately accessible to the pilot in command Furthermore, the exemption will relieve Lappert Smith from the airworthiness certificate standards and the requirement to have a certificate ofairworthinessfor its Unmanned Aircraft System. This exemption willalsopermitany requiredmarkings concerning the operationalstatus of the UAS to be displayedon thefuselage of the unmannedaircraft.

21

### XI. CONCLUSION As set forth above, Lappert Smith seeks an exemption pursuant to 14 C.F.R. § 11.61 and Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, which will permit safe operation of the Dll S800 UAS commercially, for the special purpose of conducting aerial inspections over certain rural areas in the United States. By granting this Petition, the FAA Administrator will be fulfilling the Congressional mandate of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012, while also advancing the interests ofthe public, by allowing Lappert Smith to safely, efficiently, and economically operate the Dll S800 UAS commercially within the NAS.

WHEREFORE, in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of2012, Section 333, Lappert Smith respectfully requests that the Administrator grant this Petition for an exemption from the requirements 14 C.F.R. §§ 91.9(b), 91.203(a), 91.203(b), 45.23(b), 21.185, 45.27(a), 91.7(a), 91.103, 91.109(a), 91.119, 91.121, 91.151(a), 91.405(a), 91.407 (a)(l), 91.409 (a)(2), 91.147 (a), 91.147(b), and 61.113
Dated: New York, New York June 5, 2015 Respectfully submitted,

22 Michael Bruk, Esq. Attorney for Petitioner, Lappert Smith Technologies LLC

The Law Office ofMichaelBruk 138 W. 25th St, lOth Floor, Suite ClOOl New York, NY, 10001 Tel: (212) 203-9303 Fax: (347) 710-1791 Email: mb@bruklaw.com

# Spreading Wings S800 User Manual

v 1.7 2012.12.24 Revision©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 1 

### www.dji-innovations.com©2012 OJ! innovations. All Rights Reserved. 2 

# DiscIa imerRead this disclaimer carefully before using Spreading Wings S800. By usingthis product, you hereby agree to this disclaimer and signify that you have read themfully. SpreadingWings S800 isan excellent multi-rotor. With a good autopilot, itwill offertremendous flightfeatures. Despitethe controller of DJI autopilot operate in the safest manner when the main power battery is connected, we strongly recommend customers to remove all frame arms, and keep children away during system calibration and parameter setup. As DJIInnovations has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification (including use of non-specified DJI parts i.e. motors, ESCs, propellers, etc.) or misuse, no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. DJIInnovations assumes no liability for damage(s) or injuries incurred directly or indirectlyfrom this product usage. DJI Spreading Wings is registered trademark of DJI Innovations. Names of product, brand, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies. This product and manual are copyrighted by DJI Innovations with all rights reserved. No part ofthis product or manual shall be reproduced in any form withoutthe priorwritten consentorauthorization of DJIInnovations. No patent liability is assumedwith respectto the use ofthe product or information contained herein.©201 2 OJ I Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 3 

# 5800 

# ProfileoJI Spreading Wngs ssoo is a multi-rotor designed for AP. It simplifies users' installation and enables quick disassembling. Frame arm integrates with ESC and motor. Wth DJI VVKM autopilot system, it can achieve hovering, cruising and other flight elements. S800 can be applied for aerial photography and other aero-modeling activities.

mm(t.enghth)©2012 DJIInnovations. All Rights Reserved. 4 

# ContentSoisdaimer 2 S800 Profile 3 Contents 4 Product Usage Cautions 

### 5 In Box 6 Tools Needed 6 Center Frame Wiring 

### 7 Mount Center Frame 8 Mount Frame Arms 9 Mount Bi-pod 

### 11 Assembly 13 ESC Sound 14 Specifications 14 Appendix 16 Mount Battery Bracket 16 Trouble Shooting 

### 17 Spare Parts Listing 18©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 

### 5 

# product Usage CautionSWhen flying, thefast rotating propellersof5800 may cause serious damage(s) and injuries. Therefore, please flywith a high safety in mind at alltime.


### MountAttention Mount GPS with a bracket, toavoid interferencefrom the power board ofcenterframe. For IMU position, make surethearrowdirection marking is pointing tothe aircraft nose. The receiver is recommended stronglyto be installed underthe bottom board ofcenterframe, and the head ofantenna isdownwardwithoutany obstacle. The aircraftwill beoutofcontrol, sincethe wireless signal maybe lost bythe obstacle. Mountthe arms correctly. 

# e.. e ®.... 

## ® Centerframe ArmCenterframe Arm For removing screws in the bottom board, please proceed with cautious, avoiding damages. Do not remove any otherscrewsfixed with glue. Notice matching the indications isvery important, please pay attention tothem. 

### FlightAttention With DJI WKM autopilot system, makesuretheoutputsignal ofWKM F1-F2and M1-M6areall normal, to avoid serious damage(s) and injuries. Keepflying multi-rotora distancefrom people, building, high-voltage lines, etc. Make sureto use6S LiPo power battery. Do not get closetoortouch theworking motors and propellers, which will cause serious injury. Do notover load the multi-rotor. Make surethe propellers andthe motorsare installed correctlyand firmly beforeflying. Make sure all parts of5800 are in good condition before each flight Do notflywith wore or broken parts. Strongly recommend you use DJI parts as much as possible. 

### Others Ifyou have any problem you cannotsolve, please contact agents or DJI customer service.©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 6 

# In Box

Center Frame 800CFx1 Frame Ann 800FAx6 

## I I H Frame SOOHF x1 T Frame 800TFx2,Aiuminum Ring 800ARx2 Base Pipe 800BPx2 Bi-pod Drawbar800BDx4

Silicone Rubber Damper800SRDx4 Nonslip Damper800NDx4 

## I 

## I 3-PIN Servo Cable SOOSC x1 Screw Package SOOSP x1 Hexagonal screws: M3x8_ M2.5x5 Hexagonal socket head cap screws: HC-M3.0x22 

## .. HC-M2.5x5 HC-M2.5x8 HC-M3x8. T2x9 Adhesive Velcro SOOAV x1, Battery Band SOOBB x2 

# Tools Needed

2.0mm HexWrench, 2.5mm HexWrench For mounting screws. Screw Glue For fastening screws. Nylon Cable Tie Scissors For binding devices and wires. Diagonal Cutting Pliers Foam Double Sided Adhesive Tape For fixing receiver, controller and other modules.©2012 DJIInnovations. All Rights Reserved. 

### 7 

# Center Frame Wiri ngTop board is power distribution board, and the bottom board is for loading autopilot system components.

------- Bottom Boan

---- ___cSlot Top Board

lMU mountposition



### Notices: For IMU position, make surethe arrow irection marking is pointing to the aircraft nose. Tap Board Maarnumber Connectthe motor 3-pin connector (M1-M6) from VvKM M.C. to ESC signal socket (M1-M6) on

C signal outlet centerframe markings accordingly. (VvKM M.C. M1 Botto ESC signal scket M1, Slot , VvKM M.C. M6 To imbal

ESC signal socket M6)

Mak 

### Tips: Main battery power leads, gimbal and PMU leads are on the bottom surface of thetop board. XT60 Male Markings and stand forthe propeller rotation direction. means clock-wise, and means counter clock-wise.lfyou need other lead connector, please cutthe original connector and solder on the new connector. (But not Recommend)©2012 DJIInnovations. All Rights Reserved. 

# Mount Center Frame
Remove Screws Fix Screws**~OOCF** M2.5X5

Step1: Mount IMU module into IMU position in the center frame. Ensure IMU casing is out oftouch the top board edge, as vibration can cause IMU mal-function. 8

Step2: Please mount DJI Autopilot System parts onto the bottom board (not including GPS modules). Please remove all the screws from the bottom board first if necessary. Step3: Connect Autopilot System and receiver. Please refer to OJI WKM UserManualfor details. Step4: Please mount the screws to bottom board, and use adequate screw glue. StepS: Mountthe GPS on the top board with a bracket. Step6: Configure Autopilot System. Please refer to DJI WKM UserManual. 

### Notices:
Tips: Make sure to mountthe IMU module atthe IMU position first. Mountthe GPSwith a bracket, to avoid interference from centerframe power board. Ensure the USB port ofthe M.C. outwards for easy access. Please wire neatly. Make sure wires will not be cut by the edge offrames.

Install screws with appropriate strength to prevent damage threads.©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Resetved. 

# Mount Frame Arms Step 1

over**~---.!i ilotor---1<+"""'~** **sc----".,:'""~~** .ED------ Red Green

Step1: Check arms. Copper contacts

Motorrotation direction Clock-wfse Coul\1er clock-wrse Step 2

Step 5

(1) Make sure copper contacts are in good condition without bend or severe wear. n (2) Make sure propellers are without crack, and screws in propeller cover tight (3) Make sure motors are mounted firmly, and rotate freely. 9

(4) Distinguish LED indicator on the ESC bottom. Wth a red point in is red LED, others are green LED. We recommend you mount arms with red LED to M1 and M2. (5) Distinguish marks and on the arms.

Arm Centerframe Arm Centerframe Step2: Insertframe arm into centerframe vertically. x1800FA Step3: Slowly rotate the frame arm upward until positioned completely. Step4: Press down the buckle to lockthe arm. Make sure the arm does not move. StepS: Make sure the buckle is pressed down correctly, about 35° under normal circumstances.

### Notices:• Please add some lubricant atthe position (1) if it is hard to press down the buckle.• Slowly rotate theframe arm to prevent from breakingthe copper contacts. Please referto {2) to ensure the arm is perfectly positioned. Make sure use appropriate strength to press down the buckle correctly. Do not hot plug arms. Ifthe motor mount loosens, please tighten it by followingthe procedures in trouble shooting of Appendix. 

### Tips:
LED is on after motorstart.



### Examination ©20'12 OJ! Innovations. Ali Rights Reserved. Arms(D®are aircraft nose direction, arms®® are aircrafttail. See from top, motors on arms(D®® rotate counter dockwise; motors on arms®®® rotate clockwise. 

### t6) 10I' 

# Mount Bi-pod
Step1

SOOHF tiOIJIID SOitAA HC-M2.5XS



# IMZ.SD

HC..M3.ox22



### Step3 Xl X4 X2 X8

x4 x2



### Step2 (Fix, but nottighten screws)

800TF 800BP 800SRD 80DND

©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. Step1: MountT frame BOOTF and base pipe800BP. 

# ···+

(1) Put nonslip damper 800ND through the base pipe. (1) Putthe base pipe into T frame until the head of nonslip damper is embedded into T frame. (2) Embed the other nonslip damper into the T frame. (2) Putsilicon rubber damper 800SRD onto both sides ofthe base pipe. Step2: Mount H frame800HF and bi-pod drawbars 80080. 

### 11

(1) Fix (but nottighten) hexagonal socket head cap**screws~** (Fig.{D) to Hframe and bi-pod drawbar (Fig.(D).(2) Adjust drawbar and T frame, and fix (but nottighten) hexagonal socket head cap**screw~** (Fig.@) to drawbar and aluminum ring 800AR.©2012 OJ I Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 

### 12 StepJ: Mount Hframe and T frame. (1) Insert T frame through aluminum ring until it plugs into Hframe. (2) Fix T frame notch into H frame bulges outwards, make sure T frame will not move. (3) Put the bi-pod on theflatfloorto adjust Hframe and T frame. (4) Tighten all hexagonal socket head cap screws (including and@). 

### Notices:
Put bi-pod on theflat floor tofinish mounting smoothly and correctly. Please mountthe screws and use adequate screwglue. Separatethe bi-pod by disconnecting the H frame to make for easy carriage.



### Completed

Quick Disassembly©2012 OJ! Innovations. ,l\11 Rights Reserved. 13 

# Assembly Assembly

Step1: Align all knobs on the H frame to the marks; refer to fig (1). Step2: Ueframe and bi-pod horizontally, insert knobs into arms@ and®first, and then adjustto insert others into the arms. Step3: Rotate the knob to the end, as fig (2) shown. 

### Notices: 

### @ 

## ®



# . Ensure all knobs on the Hframe aligned to the marks, and they would go through the arms successfully
. 

### Tips: 

### ()



# . It is convenientfor you to carry S800 by quick disassembly (Frame, Bi-pod, Frame and Bi-pod)
.©2012 OJ I Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 

# ESC Sound
ESC State Ready Throttle stick is not at bottom Inputsignal abnormal Inputvoltage abnormal Tips: Sound /1234567 888888... 8 8 B
... 88-88-88-88... 14

DJI ESCs are specially designed for multi-rotors. \Mien use with DJI autopilot systems, you do not haveto setup any parameters or calibrate travel range. 

# Specifications

Frame Diagonal Wheelbase Frame Arm Length FrameArm Weight (Including Motor, ESC, Propeller) Center Frame Diameter Center FrameWeight Bi-pod Size Bi-pod Weight Total Weight Motor StatorSize KV Max Power Weight ESC 800mm 350mm 304g
240mm 365g 500mm(length)x415mm(\Mdth)x320mm(Height) (Topwidth: 145mm) 428g 2.6Kg

41x14mm 320rpmN 360W 147g©20i2 OJI Innovations. All Rights Reserved. Current Signal Frequency Drive PWM Frequency Weight Propeller Material Size Weight Flight Parameters TakeoffWeight Load Weight Power Battery Max Power Consumption Hover Power Consumption HoverTime 40A OPTOVoltage 30Hz- 450Hz 24KHz 18g

Carbon Fiber 15x04in 15g

5.0Kg- 7.0Kg OKg -2.5Kg 6S LiPo

LiPo (6S_ 10000mAh-15000mAh. 15C(Min)) 2100W 720W(@ TakeoffWeight 6Kg) Max: 16 min (@10000mAh&6KgTakeoff Weight) 15©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 

### 16 

# AppendixMount Battery Bracket Step1: Mountthe retaining clip and the bracket, fix screws (but nottighten).



### Step2: Place the mounting board and adjust its position, and then tighten all screws.

'arallel
......

# ~~~-- ..... Pa=riiJ=Iel.-'j'!iliOilf'
.. "-

# -~l

### Step1 Forarms For arms 

### Step3 Forarms For arms
©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 17 

# TroubIe ShootinQltthe motor mount loosens, please tighten it byfollowing the procedures.



### Step2

Step1: Remove. Please unscrewthe screws on the top. Step2: Tighten. Retighten the motor mount screws on the backto make the motorfirmly attached. Step3: Remount. Remount the screws on the top.



### Notices: Shim should be mounted in the correct position, as shim mount position ofarm is differentfrom arm . 

### Tips: Please use adequate screw glue.Install screws with appropriate strength.

# Spare Parts Listing If SBOO needs part replaced, please refer to the following diagram to identify the partwith the NO. and components, and then make a purchase. Each package includes screws needed.**~-----'<~~r**



# ___ .._.llj

NO. Name Components

2 15'Propeller CCW 

### S8010101A 

# I I 15'Propeller CW 

### 1sso1o1o1s 

## Components©2012 DJIInnovations. All Rights Reserved. 18 3 4114 Motor 320KV 

### 58010301, 58010302, 58010303

58010401A, 58010402, 58010403, 58010404

5 Frame Arm (Clockwise) 

### 580104018, 580104o2, 58010403, 58010404

6 ESC (Red LED) 

# I 58010601, 58010602R Frame Arm (Counter Clockwise) 

## $ 4 7 ESC (Green LED) 

### 58010601 58010602G ,, 8 Frame Arm w/ Propeller& Motor& ESC 5. 1. CCW&RedLED 

### 1, 3, 4, 6 2. CCW&Green LED 

### 1,3,4,7 3. CW&RedLED 4. CW& Green LED 

### 2,3,5,6 2,3,5,7

### Notices:@ Thediagram is onlyfor counter clockwise rotation propellerandframe arm.For clockwise propeller andframe arm, it is580101018and 580104018.8021

Bollur 01

©2012 DJIInnovations. All Rights Reserved. 

### 19 Ensure to solderthick wires andfine wires correctly, when solder ESC toframe arm.Clockwise and counter dockwise motor should be soldered to ESC correctly by different color order.For arms For arms Enamel Wire ShieldWire Red Black**----------:~'¥---,F-=-, ~d--------------~~~**  Black-----------,,......;**Biu~e ~~~~~~~**  Thick.**wire,--"'j'"-->~----#.11"'--:!hfn.** 

### Fm11**wire,---±~~.,..fi!q-il~"- ~irl~wi~·~z**  Thick**wire..:::::::=~~~~;._:x_**©2012 DJI Innovations. All Rights Reserved NO. Name Components 9 Arm Mounting Bracket 58020901.58020902.58020903. 10 Center Frame Support Pillar 

### 58021001 11 Center Frame Top &Bottom Board 

### 58021101.58021102 12 Top Board Cover for Arm Mounting Bracket 

### 58021201

l{)l-----------, 102-----------, iOl---ft**IQB~--------------------S~l~** ll2'---
....**·S~lW.!>** os----- :oa:---"1' 03-----flt**:xs----r--:.~** :Qoll------.#il**~='----------S8032201 =:t:l::J~Jlr-~;fll---(l~er------;;:o~-----S8032202** **"',CJr'""--~-_;L,..d-=::------** S8031507 xs:----· i0&-----"1<------' ""
..........**~ -01.---------'1~;"-""-~~** 
.02'--------t\_**.031-----------~~** :X&::----------**~1--------~**

58032201**~~--S8032203 =-~........;;:=--.-**  S8032204

### ~I 

# IVJ (1)

# (~~[10il~ t=J

# l~J <:lD**5~1402** 

# (I 20
58020904

Note1: All unlabeled screws are HC-M2.5X5.() Note2: (1) Left and right T-frames are different; (2) Left and right bi-podtopmounting hubs are different; (3) Leftset, middle set and right set of bi-ped carbon tube bracket are different ·NO., 

# IName

13 H-Frame Bi-ped Top Mounting Hub
215 H-Frame w/Bi-pod Top Mounting Hub 

# I I () Components 

### 58031301.58031302 58031401.58031402 58031501.58031502.58031503.58031504. 58031505.58031506.58031507.13.1416 T-Frame(Right) 58031601, 58031602, 58031603 58031601 T-Frame Nonslip Damper (4pcs) 19 T-Frame Silicone Rubber Damper (4pcs) LV 

# I 1::11-pod carbon 1 ube 21 Bi-pod Drawbar 

# I l::!attery 1 ray 23 Bi-pod Carbon Tube Bracket(Left Set)

L4 Bi-pod Carbon Tube Bracket(Middle Set)

©2012 OJ! Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 58031801 58031901 158032001 58032101, 58032102(2pcs) , 58032103 158032201, 58032202, 58032203, 58032204 58031501, 58031502, 58031503, 58031504, 58031505 58031501, 58031502, 58031503, 58031504, 58031506 21 58031501, 58031502, 58031503, 58031504,25 Bi-pod Carbon Tube Bracket(Right Set) 58031507
Lti ::;crewt-'acK ML.o.X.o 

## lwpcs 27 Screw Pack M3X8 lOpes ::;crewt-'acK ML.o.X.l::i 

# IlopesLappertSmith's UnmannedAircraftSvstem OperationsManual

PartA I. Responsibility and duties ofsupportpersonnel in the operation oftheUAS a. Mission Commander 1. The Mission Commander's main duty during the deployment oftheUAS is to operatetheUAS safely while accomplishing the goals ofthe client. 11. The Mission Commanderhas absolute authority toreject a flight based on personnel safety orviolation ofFAAregulations 1. No member oftheteam, regardless oftitle, shall order an operator to make a flight when, in the opinion oftheMission Commander, it poses a riskto personnel oris in violation ofFAAregulations 111. Mission Commanders shall see-and-avoid any obstaclethat will lessen safety during the mission IV. Mission Commander shall be responsive totherequests ofthe observer in orderto accomplishthe deployment b. Pilotin Command 1. The Pilot In Command (PIC) is responsible for compliance withthis manual, as well as applicable FAAregulations n. ThePIC is directly responsible for, and is the final authority overthe actual operation oftheUAS 111. The PIC shall monitorthe radio withtower as needed for updates c. Visual Observers 1. Observers shall see-and-avoid any obstacle that will lessen safety during the mission and informthe PIC u. Observers shall operate any attachments totheUAS, allowing thePICto maintain complete focus onthe operation oftheUAS. 111. Observers shall remain alert for suspicious persons or activities onthe ground and coordinateresponse by ground units. Page lof61v. Observers shall assist thePIC to achievethe main objective ofsafe operation oftheUAS v. Observers shall be responsible for documentation for missiontraining and updating offlight books II. Crewhealth and appropriately fitness priorto conducting any operations. a. 

### MedicalFactors 1. Operator and Observers shall only deploy the UAS whenrested and emotionallyprepared forthe tasks at hand 11. Physical illness, exhaustion, emotional problems, etc., can seriously impairjudgment, memory and alertness 1. Any operator, pilot, or observer is expectedto refrain from conductingUAS operations when a problems exists that could reasonably be expected to affecttheir ability toperform flight duties 111. A self-assessment ofphysical condition shall be made by all members during pre-flight activities 1v. No member shall act as an operator orobserverwithin eight hours after consumption ofany alcoholicbeverage orwhile underthe influence of alcohol 

### PartE I. Operating Documents a. This Operations Manual, the UAS manufacturersmanual, and a grant of exemption and/or Certificate ofAuthorization (COA), will 

### atall

### times during the UAS's operationbe accessible and available for presentationupon request from a law enforcement official orotherproper authority II. Preflight a. Priorto each flight, thePIC inspecttheUAS to ensure it is safe for operation 1. No operations shall be conducteduntil a conditionthat affects safe operation, ifone exists, is corrected
Page 2 of61. 

### Anyreplacement ormaintenance ofa flight critical component must undergo a functional test flight 

### a. Each maintenance event 

### mustbe documented and signed priorto resuming UAS to operations. b. Airframe Inspection 1. Cracks (especially in high stress areas likejoints) 11. Looseor damaged screws 

### I fasteners 

### Ibands 

### I straps 

### Ities 111. Loose or damaged wiring IV. Loose or damaged connections (solder, plugs, etc) v. Inspect prop mounts, screws and apply slight counterpressure on arms to checkfor loosened construction v1. Battery/batteries fully charged (25.2 volts), properly seated and secured vu. Remove props and testfail-safe behavior vm. Props are smooth and free ofdamage/defect (blade, surface, & hub)

IX. Tightenprop adapters x. Ensure voltage alarm is connected x1. Ensure arming/idle timeout is properly configured xu. CheckyourRC transmitter shows the right range and centering for all sticks x111. Ifdesired, performrange test CheckRC(TXIRX) operationrange (onthe ground!) from time to time (and before 1st flight) c. POWERUP PROCEDURE 1. Batteries charged & secured Il. Plan aircraft mission coordinates in accordance with location and possible hazards m. Position aircraft in a level, safe location for takeoff IV. !fusingonboard video recorder (i.e., Gopro), tum on camera v. All transmitter controls must move freely in all directions v1. All transmittertrims must be in their neutral positions vn. All transmitter switches must be inthe correct position (Transmitter throttle to zero) Page 3 of6vm. Turn onradiotransmitter on 1x. Connect/poweronbatteryto airframe x. Ensure led indicators & audibletones are all indicating correctly x1. Ensurethe autopilot has a GPS fix. When switchingto Loitermode, listen for a beep orTXto sayflight mode 2 xu. Formanual start ensureLoiter and Auto controls areturned off, and setto Stabilize xn1. Ensure compasses are calibrated and the right setting is loaded. x1v. Timer on (ifapplicable) xv. Stand clear- audibly, loudly announcethe word "CLEAR!" xv1. Armflight controller III. Take-off a. Operatinglimitations and conditions 1. MinimumPersonnelRequirements 1. The minimumpersonnel required onALL missions will be a Mission Commander, PICand atleast one (1) Observer. a. Under !!Q circumstances will a PIC attemptto complete a deployment alone b. Certificate ofAuthorization (COA) 1. No UAS operations will beginuntil a COAis obtained forthatPIC unless 1. Otherwise allowed bylaw or specific FAAexemption u. A Noticeto Airman (NOT AM) will berequested no morethan72 hours in advance, but no less than 12 hours priorto, any planned operation unless 1. Otherwise allowed by law or specific FAAexemption c. Markings: 1. N-Number markings mustbe as large as practicable and in accordance withFAAguidelines d. In flight 1. NO operations ofany kind will be conducted inwithin a five (5) nautical miles vicinity ofan airport reference pointwithoutwritten consent from the controlling agency, office, or authority Page 4 of6n. All UAS operationwill be conducted a safe distance from people, animals and objects e. Take-offWeight i. TheUAS take-offweight must notexceed 30 pounds. f Maximum Speed i. The UAS will operate at a speed no greaterthan 30 miles perhour. g. Maximum OperationalHeight inAGL 1. The UAS will be operated at an altitude ofno more than 400ft above ground level (AGL) h. Minimum Operating BatteryPowerLevel 1. All UAS operations will ceasewhenthe batterypower level reaches 30% offull capacity 1. Pilot in Control (PIC) 1. ANY AND ALL operations will be conductedby aPIC with a private pilot license and who holds at least a Second-ClassMedical. 11. ThePIC mustbe designated priortotake-off 1. The designation ofPIC cannotbe transferred 

### atany time during operations J. Visual Observer (VO) 1. No UAS operations will be conducted without at least one (1) visual observer 

### k. Visual Line ofSight (VLOS) operation 1. At all times, the UAS will be operated within visual line ofsight ofthe 

## vo 1. VisualMeteorological Conditions (VMC) 1. UAS operations will be conducted during the

### daytime only and under visual meteorological conditions IV. Landing a. Tum offtheMulti-Rotorfirst and disconnectthe flight batterybeforeturning off thetransmitter

Page 5 of6V. EmergencyProcedures a. Pre-determined landing area 1. Inthe event offlight termination due to a critical system failure, theUAS must beprogrammed to land in a pre-determined location. VI. After the flight (post-flight Check) a. Disconnectthebattery b. Visually inspectthe body and propellers.
c. Document any damaged or structurally deficient areas.


### Parte I. Maintenance a. UAS maintenance activities will be conductedin accordance withthe procedures specified in theMaintenance Manual b. Specialist equipment items maintenance activities will be conducted in accordance withthe respective manufacturers' service manuals bypersons with technical knowledge and expertise II. Maintenance
a. Each maintenance event mustbe documented and signed priorto resuming any UAS to operations b. Records 1. Maintenance Records shall bekept onfile and available for inspection or review within a reasonable period oftime

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