Supplemental Information 

Petition for Exemption Filed under Section 333 

 

Petition Information: 

Submitted 8/13/15

Agency: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

 

 

 

Please submit all further inquiries to:

Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC

Attn: VJ Arizpe

1325 W 24th, Unit A

Houston, Texas 77008

Phone: (832) 280-8003

Email: vjarizpe@virtualleasingsystems.com

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Contents 

Part A: DJI Inspire 1 User Manual........................................................................................................2

Purpose .........................................................................................................................................................4

Scope.............................................................................................................................................................4

Applicability...................................................................................................................................................4

Part B: DJI Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual...........................................................................................6

Purpose .........................................................................................................................................................7

Scope.............................................................................................................................................................7

Applicability...................................................................................................................................................7

Part C: DJI Inspire 1 Safety Guidelines..............................................................................................12

Part D: DJI Phantom 2 User Manual .................................................................................................18

Purpose .......................................................................................................................................................19

Scope...........................................................................................................................................................19

Applicability.................................................................................................................................................19
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Part A: DJI Inspire 1 User Manual 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Purpose 

The intention of presenting the manufacturers (DJI) user documentation is to demonstrate the 

petitioners (Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC “VLS”) access to and compliance with the pertinent 

documentation regarding the recommended operation of the unmanned aircraft system. The operators 

and observers that will be responsible for complying with the operational procedures and standards, 

should they be authorized by an exemption, will be fully proficient with the operating procedures 

recommended by DJI prior to engaging in unmanned commercial flight operations in service of VLS 

clients.

Scope 

The procedures and instructions provided in the DJI Inspire 1 User Manual, V1.4 (2015.7) are the most 

current released version as of the date this supplemental information was submitted. As standard 

operation procedure, the pilot in command is responsible for reasonable periodic verification of updates 

to user manual documentation in addition to mandatory software update status verification, and revision 

if required, prior to engaging in any flight operations. The Inspire 1 user manual only applies to the 

specific aircraft type listed in the documentation and does not apply to any other DJI product (e.g.-

Phantom 2). 

Applicability 

As the entirety of the DJI Inspire 1 User Manual is 65 pages in length, the petitioner will outline the 

sections covered in the manufacturer documentation. The user manual is intended to provide 

recommended best practices for safe and effective operation of the Inspire 1 Unmanned Aircraft System. 

Sections outlined in the documentation include comprehensive guidance relating to:

 
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Part B: DJI Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual

 

 
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Purpose 

The intention of presenting the manufacturers (DJI) maintenance documentation is to demonstrate the 

petitioners (Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC “VLS”) access to and compliance with the pertinent 

documentation regarding the recommended best maintenance practices of the unmanned aircraft 

system. The operators and observers that will be responsible for complying with the maintenance and 

upkeep procedures and standards, should they be authorized by an exemption, will be fully proficient 

with the procedures recommended by DJI prior to engaging in unmanned commercial flight operations in 

service of VLS clients.

Scope 

The procedures and instructions provided in the DJI Inspire 1 Maintenance Manual, V1.4 (2015.7) are the 

most current released version as of the date this supplemental information was submitted. As standard 

operation procedure, the pilot in command is responsible for reasonable periodic verification of updates 

to maintenance manual documentation in addition to mandatory software update status verification, and 

revision if required, prior to engaging in any flight operations. The Inspire 1 maintenance manual only 

applies to the specific aircraft type listed in the documentation and does not apply to any other DJI 

product (e.g.- Phantom 2). 

Applicability 

The manufacturer recommends that to ensure optimal performance and to ensure flight safety, 

comprehensive maintenance be performed every 200 flights or 50 flight hours.

Specific procedures include:

I. Checking the Battery
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II. Checking the Transformation System

III. Checking the Aircraft
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IV. Checking the Motors

V. Checking the Propellers
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VI. Checking the IMU

VII. Checking the Control and Video Transmission System

VIII. Checking the Gimbal and Camera
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IX. Checking the Vision Positioning System
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Part C: DJI Inspire 1 Safety Guidelines 
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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC Supplemental Information 

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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC | 1325 W 24th Street, Unit A | Houston, Texas 77008 | 832-280-8003 | www.virtualleasingsystems.com
Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC Supplemental Information 

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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC | 1325 W 24th Street, Unit A | Houston, Texas 77008 | 832-280-8003 | www.virtualleasingsystems.com
Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC Supplemental Information 

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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC | 1325 W 24th Street, Unit A | Houston, Texas 77008 | 832-280-8003 | www.virtualleasingsystems.com
Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC Supplemental Information 

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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC | 1325 W 24th Street, Unit A | Houston, Texas 77008 | 832-280-8003 | www.virtualleasingsystems.com
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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC | 1325 W 24th Street, Unit A | Houston, Texas 77008 | 832-280-8003 | www.virtualleasingsystems.com

Part D: DJI Phantom 2 User Manual
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Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC | 1325 W 24th Street, Unit A | Houston, Texas 77008 | 832-280-8003 | www.virtualleasingsystems.com

Purpose 

The intention of presenting the manufacturers (DJI) user documentation is to demonstrate the 

petitioners (Virtual Leasing Systems, LLC “VLS”) access to and compliance with the pertinent 

documentation regarding the recommended operation of the unmanned aircraft system. The operators 

and observers that will be responsible for complying with the operational procedures and standards, 

should they be authorized by an exemption, will be fully proficient with the operating procedures 

recommended by DJI prior to engaging in commercial unmanned flight operations in service of VLS 

clients.

Scope 

The procedures and instructions provided in the DJI Phantom 2 User Manual, V1.2 (2014.10) are the most 

current released version as of the date this supplemental information was submitted. As standard 

operation procedure, the pilot in command is responsible for reasonable periodic verification of updates 

to user manual documentation in addition to mandatory software update status verification, and revision 

if required, prior to engaging in any flight operations. The Phantom 2 User Manual only applies to the 

specific aircraft type listed in the documentation and does not apply to any other DJI product (e.g.-

Inspire 1). 

Applicability 

As the entirety of the DJI Phantom 2 User Manual is 36 pages in length, the petitioner will outline the 

sections covered in the manufacturer documentation. The user manual is intended to provide 

recommended best practices for safe and effective operation of the Phantom 2 Unmanned Aircraft 

System. 

Sections outlined in the documentation include comprehensive guidance relating to:

1. Phantom 2 Aircraft

1.1. Built-In Flight Control System Instructions

1.2. Connections with Other DJI Products

1.3. LED Flight Indicators Description

1.4. Notes for Phantom 2 Using with Other DJI Products

2. Propellers

2.1. Assembly

2.2. Disassembly

2.3. Notes

3. Remote Control

3.1. Power

3.2. LED Indicator Status

3.2.1.Power LED

3.2.2.Remote LED

3.3. Antenna Orientation

3.4. RC Operation

3.5. Linking the Remote Control & Built-In Receiver

4. Intelligent Battery

4.1. Charging Procedures

4.2. Installing the Battery
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4.3. Battery Usage

4.4. Battery Level Indicator

4.5. Correct Battery Usage Notes

5. Calibrating The Compass

5.1. Cal Warnings

5.2. Cal Procedures

5.3. When Cal is Required

6. Flight

6.1. Flying Environment Requirements

6.2. Starting the Motors

6.3. Takeoff/Landing Procedures

6.4. Failsafe Functions

6.5. Low Battery Capacity Warning Function

6.6. Flight Limits Function

6.7. Flight Limits of Special Areas

6.8. Conditions of Flight Limits

7. Assistant Installation and Configuration

7.1. Installing the Driver and Phantom 2 Assistant

7.2. Using the Phantom 2 Assistant on a PC

7.3. Firmware Upgrade of Phantom 2

7.4. Phantom RC Assistant Description

8. Appendix

8.1. Specifications

8.2. LED Flight Indicators Description