Utilizing unmanned aircraft for communication tower inspections provides a safe, fast and cost-efficient approach.

We capture high-resolution images (20-48 megapixels or greater), utilize real-time kinetic (RTK) and post-processing kinetic (PPK) correction streams.

We leverage Pix4D photogrammetry software to construct 3D “digital twins” to inspect potential issues such as corrosion, structural fatigue, or environmental damage without the cost and risk of sending climbers.

We concentrate on 3 primary variables:

  1. Hardware (UAS/Camera/Sensor)

  2. Asset Specific Flight Pattern

  3. Photogrammetry Software

Uncrewed Aircraft Communication Tower Inspections

Tower Orbits Sequence

  • 5-8 ft above the tower

  • Perform an orbit every 5-8 ft. towards the ground

  • Continue down to the ground equipment

  • 5-8 ft. distance from the structure

  • Camera tilt -45deg

Picture frequency

  • Overlap 80%

  • Every 1 to 2 seconds take a photo