2014 Seed Orchard UAS Surveys - Project Aviation Safety Plan Mission: Aerial Imagery Project Name: Seed Orchard Surveys Unit: Salem and Eugene Districts, BLM Anticipated Project Date: week of July 28-31, 2014 Start Time: TBA (post sunrise) Ending Time: TBA (NTE sunset) Project Plan Prepared and Reviewed by: /s/: Kurt Kleiner Title: BLM OR-WA State Aviation Mgr. Date: 6/22/2014 Note: Signature by the preparer verifies that all personnel have the required training for the mission. Maps will be attached to emails when this document is forwarded for signature, clearly showing areas to be flown; aerial hazards must be indicated. Project Plan Reviewed by: /s/ Jeff Safran Title: Project Leader Date: 6/27/14 Project Plan Reviewed by: /s/ Title: Unit Aviation Officer-Salem Dist. Date: Project Plan Reviewed by: /s/ Title: Unit Aviation Officer-Eugene Dist. Date: This Flight is Approved by: /s/ Title: BLM Salem District Manager Date: This Flight is Approved by: /s/ Title: BLM Eugene District Manager Date:

Background and justification: Seed is produced at BLM managed seed orchard facilities in western Oregon for use by BLM and contributing cooperators for forest restoration treatments and reforestation. Surveys are traditionally conducted each year by personnel on the ground to estimate cone crops. Not all cones are visible from the ground, and ambient lighting often makes it difficult determine accurate individual-tree cone crop levels early enough in the growing season for procurement actions to be completed and to meet cooperators’ planning needs. Helicopters with personnel on board have not been utilized in the past due to the excessive cost and inherent risk. It is believed that the use of UAS technology in future cone counts will significantly enhance the ability to meet the goals and objectives of the seed orchard program. The mission is an experimental proof-of-concept attempt to improve the accuracy of future cone counts. Project Description: This project will utilize a DOI approved/owned/operated Raven and T-Hawk UAS’ to digitally image coniferous cones in tree crowns using color and near infrared technology. Mission will test the techniques and capabilities of the Raven and T-hawk UAS’ at various altitudes for cone surveys and mapping. Additional surveys may be planned for subsequent years with an overall goal of establishing a GIS cone data-set to be used for planning future treatment actions and preparing contracts. The BLM Oregon Seed Orchard UAS survey has been coordinated through the Dept. of Interior-Office of Aviation Services, the DOI National Operations Center, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the BLM Oregon/Washington State Office, and the BLM National Aviation Office in accordance with all DOI and BLM Aviation policies, and the BLM National Aviation Plan, Sec. 5.29. Flight operations will be consistent with the DOI/FAA Memorandum of Agreement or through an approved FAA Certificate of Authorization or COA, #4441 in accordance with 14CFR, Federal Aviation Regulations. Locations: The first project area is at the Horning Seed Orchard located near Colton, OR (Clackamas County), on Salem District BLM, at the approximate Lat./Long: 45° 12.295’ N x 122° 23.425’ W. The second project area is located at the Tyrrell Seed Orchard near Lorane, OR (Lane County), on Eugene District BLM, at approximate Lat./Long.: 43° 50.724’ N x 123° 16.894’ W. Dates: The Horning Orchard survey is scheduled for July 28-29, 2014, and the Tyrrell Orchard will be surveyed on July 30-31, 2014. (The number and duration of individual flights is described below.) August 1 is reserved as an alternate mission day in the event weather or technical difficulties preclude the missions from being completed within the initial projected four- day period. Operational parameters: UAS flights will maintain line of sight at all times and not exceed 400 Feet AGL at each project flight location. Flights will be conducted during daylight hours with approximately 2 to 3 (1 hour) flights per day at each site. The flights will not exceed more than 60-90 minutes in duration per flight. Flight operations at both sites will not be flown concurrently. The same flight crew will conduct flight missions in both areas. Flights will be launched and returned within the boundaries and parameters of the approved FAA COA, and will remain in Class G uncontrolled airspace at all times. All UAS aircraft that may be used on this project have been inspected and approved/carded by DOI-OAS, and all pilots/operators have also been OAS-approved and carded to perform this mission. The mission will take place away from people, vehicles, or structures on the surface, in a very sparsely populated area, and no closer than 8 miles from any general aviation airport. The operators are trained, certified, experienced, and knowledgeable in UAS operations. The overall risk rating for this project is Moderate as determined by the risk assessment shown below.

Attachments: Maps Other:

Page 1 of 7 Project Manager: Jeanette Griese – Reforestation Services Supervisor Phone: 575-479-6124 Cell: 575-479-6124 Mike Crawford - Seed Orchard Program Mgr. Phone: 541-767-0460 Cell: Project Aviation Manager: Jeff Safran - Physical Scientist-GIS Phone: 303-236-2315 Cell: PIC: Jeff Safran Physical Scientist Phone: 303-236-2315 Cell: PIC: Lance R. Brady – USGS UAS Pilot Phone: Cell: 928-965-4345 PIC: Mark Bauer –USGS UAS Pilot Phone: Cell: 303-949-9359 Salem District Aviation Manager: Jake Dollard Phone: 503-375-5622 Cell: Eugene District Aviation Manager: Sean Stafford Phone: 541-225-6402 Cell: 575-973-4106 BLM OR/WA State Aviation Manager: Kurt Kleiner Phone: 503-808-6593 Cell: 971-338-3091 Dispatch Center: Coastal Valley Interagency Communication Center (Salem District) Phone: 541-750-7042 Cell: 503-551-6576 Dispatch Center: Eugene Interagency Communication Center (Eugene District) Phone: 541-225-6400 Cell: 541-954-7769

Mission: Aerial Photography Cost Code: L63200000.HL0000 LLOR931000 (estimate $1500 for operators’ travel costs)

UAS Kit# Make & Model: Honeywell RQ-16 T-Hawk GMAV and Raven RQ-11a. The T-Hawk UAV is a remotely piloted rotorcraft that weighs about 20 lbs. It has a flight endurance of 45 minutes, and an effective radius of about 6.2 miles. Flying speed ranges from 0 to 45 mph. Typical operating altitude of 100-1000 ft. AGL. The characteristics of the T-Hawk are:

Length 2 ft. 6 inches, Weight 20 lbs. Engine 1X3w-56 56 cc Boxer Twin Piston engine, 4 HP. Fuel requirement: 100 LL Aviation fuel mixed with full synthetic 2-stroke oil. Max Cruising Speed-45 mph; Range-6.2 miles Service Ceiling: 10,000 ft. density altitude; Flight time- 45 minutes

The Raven-A small unmanned aerial vehicle (SUAV) is a hand-launched reconnaissance and surveillance tool. The system employs a self-stabilizing aircraft configuration with stability augmentation avionics to provide ease of control and steady video imagery. It transmits live airborne video images, compass headings and location information to a ground control unit (GCU) and remote video terminal (RVT). The system optics package includes an electro-optical (EO) color camera nose payload (side and forward-looking on the same payload) and two infrared (IR) thermal nose payloads. The Raven system is typically operated by a two person team consisting of a operator and mission controller. The aircraft characteristics are:

Wingspan- 55 in., Length -36in. Weight 4.2 lbs. Payload Nose Weight 6.5 oz. Structure: Modular, Kevlar composite Operating Altitude: 150 to 1,000 ft. AGL; Cruise Speed: 30 mph (13.5 m/s); Range: 10 km (LOS) Climb Rate: 800 ft./min at 2,000 ft. AGL; Turn Rate: 360 in 24 seconds Motor: Direct drive electric; Aircraft Batteries: LiSO2 (single-use) Li-Ion (rechargeable) Flight Duration: 60-90 min rechargeable Launch- Hand Launch; Landing- Commanded auto land, deep stall Navigation: P(y)-code GPS (WGS84) and electronic compass Flight Control: Manual or Autonomous Pilot Name(s): Jeff Safran, Mark Bauer, Lance R. Brady Pilot(s) Carded: Yes No A/C Carded: Yes No Flight Following Procedure: . FM Receive: FM Transmit: Tones: AM Air to Air: AM (other): Other:

Start Location Latitude Longitude Elevation Description of Launch/Recovery Areas

Type of Flight Personal Personnel Protective Equipment Requirements T-Hawk Raven Both Other:

Military Training Route (MTR) Information: N/A MTR Route Legs-Altitude Activity Time Time Zone N/A Hot Cold Start Stop UTC Local Hot Cold Start Stop UTC Local Hot Cold Start Stop UTC Local Other airspace concerns/hazards: Two general aviation airports are located near the Horning Seed Orchard; One is approximately 6 miles north (5S9), the other about 8 miles west (4S9). The Tyrrell Orchard is 12 nm from Cottage Grove (61S), the closest airport. General aviation traffic is not expected to be a factor since UAS operations will be conducted below 400 ft. AGL.

Airspace Deconfliction Procedures: Deconfliction will not be required since there are no Military Training Routes or Special Use Airspace in the vicinity of either project site.

Special Instructions: Notify the appropriate Dispatch Center (serving the Salem or Eugene Districts) before flight operations begin, and when flights are completed at the end of the day. Seed Orchard personnel will provide alternative effective means of communications with dispatch (radios or land lines) if there is poor cell coverage at either projects site.

Emergency medical attention and evacuation plan: Notify the appropriate Dispatch Center (serving the Salem or Eugene Districts) if any medical issue arises with personnel on the project site.

Logistics: TBD

Page 3 of 7 Risk Assessment Matrix Severity Likelihood IV Negligible III Marginal II Critical I Catastrophic Frequent 2 3 4 4 A Probable 2 3 4 HIGH B Occasional 1 2 SERIOUS 4 C Remote 1 MEDIUM 2 3 D Improbable LOW 2 2 2 E Reference the Aviation Risk Mgmt. Workbook, JHAs, etc., to assist completion of Risk Assessment. Assess the risks involved with the proposed operation. Use additional sheets if necessary.

Pre-Mitigation hazards rate out as: Hazards: Likelihood Severity Risk A-E I-IV Level 1. D II 2 2. D II 2 3. D IV 1 4. D III 2 5. E IV 1 6. D III 2 7. D II 2 8. C III 2 9. D II 2 10 D III 2 Pre-Mitigation Overall Rating: Medium Post Mitigation hazards rate out as: Mitigation Controls: Likelihood Severity Risk A-E I-IV Level 1. E II 2 2. . E II 2 3. E IV 1 4. D III 2 5. E IV 1 6. E III 2 7. D II 2 8. D III 2 9. D II 2 10. D III 2

Post-Mitigation Overall Rating: Medium

Appropriate Management Level for Risk Decisions Risk Level Project Incident HIGH AMD Associate Director/ State Director Incident Commander or Ops Chief SERIOUS AMD Division Chief/ District Manager Incident Commander or Ops Chief MEDIUM Project Aviation Manager Air Operations LOW UAS Pilot In Command Air Operations

Page 5 of 7 Mission Planning/Preflight Briefing Checklist: Review with all participants as part of preflight briefing

1. Chain of command, individual roles and responsibilities are identified to all Yes No NA participants? 2. Project Aviation Safety Plan is approved and signed at the appropriate levels? Yes No NA 3. Is the emergency evacuation plan reviewed? Yes No NA 4. Are all elements in place to track the UAS at all times? Yes No NA 5. Can terrain, altitude, temperature or weather that could have an adverse effect be Yes No NA mitigated? 6. Are all aerial hazards identified and known to all participants? Yes No NA 7. Have ground operations hazards and safety been identified to all participants? Yes No NA 8. Have mitigating measures been taken to avoid conflicts with military or civilian Yes No NA aircraft? 9. Have adequate landing areas been identified and or improved to minimum standards? Yes No NA 10. Are all agency personnel qualified for the mission? Yes No NA 11. Are there enough (qualified) agency personnel to accomplish the mission Yes No NA safely? 12. Is the pilot carded and experienced for the mission to be conducted? Yes No NA 13. Will adequate briefings be conducted prior to flight with all participants? Yes No NA 14. Is the aircraft capable of performing the mission with a margin of safety? Yes No NA 15. Does the aircraft have the capability to perform the mission based on Yes No NA predicted weather conditions? 16. Is the aircraft properly carded? Yes No NA 17. Do all personnel have the required PPE? Yes No NA 18. Remember; maps of areas/sites, handheld radios, cell phones. Yes No NA 19. Are pilot flight and duty times compromised? Yes No NA 20. Is there an alternative method that would accomplish the mission more Yes No NA safely? 21. Have the proper approvals been given by FAA? Yes No NA 22. If flying in Restricted Airspace, has notification been made with controlling Yes No NA authority prior to launching UAS? 23. Other? (identify) Fire Extinguisher Yes No NA 24. Other? (identify) Yes No NA 25. Other? (identify) Yes No NA Identify Corrections (if any):

PIC Signature: Date: Operator/Observe Date: Signat ure: Project Aviation Safety Briefing

Briefing Leader: ______

Briefing Date: ______Time: ______Location: ______

Discussion Items: a. Hazard Analysis (as outlined in plan)

b. Safety Air Ops (Ground)

c. Safety Air Ops (Flight)

d. Military Training Routes

e. Flight Following

f. Frequencies

g. Lost Link Procedures

h. Emergency Evacuation Plan

i. Authorities

j. Weather Considerations

k. Review applicable JHAs/Risk Assessments

l. other

Briefing Attendees Signature and Concurrence:

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