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capture | inspect | survey | visualise

What’s the difference between a drone, RPA, RPAS, UAV, UAS?
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These terms are often used interchangeably because they are essentially the same, however they have specific differences.

Drone is the term the general public knows and understands and is a commonly used term by the military.

RPAS, or (remotely piloted aircraft systems), is the official term for drones that has been adopted by CASA and used in Australia’s aviation legislation. RPAS includes the remotely piloted aircraft (RPA), ground control stations, data links and other support equipment.

UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) are the actual aircraft and UAS (unmanned aerial systems) includes the UAV, ground control system, camera, GPS, software and also the person on the ground controlling the flight and the system in place that connects both of them.

AtlasAero is a certified aerial imaging service provider.

We can equip our RPAS' with thermal cameras and observe thermal energy (heat) from a particular object, surface or environment. This imagery can be analysed and reveal areas requiring attention or repair before a major issue arises.

 

Through the process of aerial photogrammetry we combine captured aerial photography shots to create

2D and 3D models, and topographical maps.

Using Ground Control Points (GCP's) and RPA GPS/RTK systems allows us to provide you with accurate site surveys, construction progress over time, generate cut and fill maps, measure distances, grades, and heights in a fraction of the time it would take for a conventional survey.

With our range of RPAS, we provide

high resolution aerial photography and film

with still images captured up to 24MP and

4K videos recorded at up to 30fps.

Our RPAS and experienced operators can capture high resolution images of roofs, buildings and infrastructures at various heights and angles making inspections safe, efficient and cost effective for our clients.

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Landscape Architecture aerials - The Spit - Mosman, Sydney
Infrastructure Inspections - Lake Parramatta - New South Wales

Real Estate marketing

Landscape Architecture aerials

Infrastructure inspections

Construction progress - Construction Site - Nth Melb
Environmental monitoring - Farm Dam - Gippsland
Ground and volumetric surveys - PropAero Mapping 1

Construction progress

Environmental monitoring

Ground and volumetric surveys 

plan | capture | process | analysis | deliver

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Mission Planning

We work together with you to ensure we all have a full understanding  of objectives prior to commencing. Our aim is ensure flight safety, and minimise risk and delays to your project.

Data Capture

Our RPAS's are specifically set up for your project with the appropriate imaging system payloads. We always bring secondary RPA's and payload systems for backup.

Data Processing

Captured drone data is processed in-house by our qualified technicians or by our dedicated software partner depending on data type.

Analysis & Verification

Detailed examination of the drone data for errors and consistency. We can also mark-up photographs, measure, document and classify  survey data.

Delivery

We coordinate our drone service with you through the whole process to ensure a results-focused mission, and organised handover of documents and data packages.

Certifications

CASA

Australian Certified Operator

AtlasAero is certified by CASA to operate Australia wide (ReOC). Our pilots are fully insured for public liability and hold Remote Pilots Licences (RePL) and Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificates (AROC).

QBE Insurance

Fully Insured

AtlasAero is fully insured by QBE with third party public liability coverage of $20,000,000

 

QBE are market leaders in the aviation industry in Australia. QBE has underwritten aviation in Australia for over 55 years and RPAs/UAVs /drones for over 10 years.

AAUS

Corporate SME Operator

The Australian Association for Unmanned Systems (AAUS) is Australia’s largest industry advocacy group for unmanned systems. AAUS represents unmanned systems across all three domains: land, sea and air.

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AtlasAero is an Australian certified drone operator and aerial imaging service provider.

AtlasAero is an Australian certified drone operator and aerial imaging service provider, specialising in high resolution aerial photography and film, aerial inspections, drone surveys, and 3D model visualisations.

CASA

Certified RPA Operator

CASA.ReOC.6797

QBE Insurance

Public Liability Insurance

$20,000,000

AAUS
Contact

40 Porter St, Prahran,

VIC, 3181, Australia

40 Porter St, Prahran,

VIC, 3181, Australia

Tel:

1300 ATLAS 1
1300 285 271
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