Public Safety Support
Support incident response, assessments, and documentation across Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna, Trinidad, McKinleyville, and nearby communities with high‑resolution visuals and optional thermal imaging operated under FAA Part 107.
Get a same‑day feasibility check, a clear three‑step plan, and deliverables formatted for emergency managers, public information officers, and stakeholder reporting.
Operated by certificated remote pilots under FAA Part 107 with registration and Remote ID compliance for every mission.
County‑wide coverage including Eureka, Arcata, Blue Lake, Ferndale, Fortuna, Rio Dell, Trinidad, and McKinleyville.
Process
Scope and estimate: Share the location, objective, and timing; receive a same‑day feasibility review and pricing.
Plan and authorize: Airspace checks and LAANC requests where required, plus a concise capture plan and site controls you approve.
Fly and deliver: On‑site capture with safety briefings, then delivery in formats aligned to public safety and reporting workflows.
Deliverables
Visual documentation: High‑resolution nadir and oblique photos (JPG/RAW) of scenes, access routes, and affected areas with clean color and level horizons.
Thermal options: Targeted thermal passes for heat signatures or anomaly flagging when appropriate for the request and conditions.
Mapping: Orthomosaics and site overviews to support situational awareness and post‑event records.
Reporting: Labeled folders, web‑ready exports, and optional PDF summaries organized for quick sharing.
Turnaround: Standard 24–72 hours depending on scope and weather conditions.
Safety and compliance
Flights are conducted within Part 107 rules, maintaining visual line of sight and yielding right‑of‑way to other aircraft.
Night, over‑people, and over‑moving‑vehicle operations are available only when aircraft category, lighting, and site controls meet FAA requirements.
Use cases
Incident documentation: Perimeter and damage surveys, access verification, and condition records for post‑event reporting.
Community communications: Clear visuals that support public information updates and stakeholder briefings.
Preparedness and recovery: Pre‑event baselines and post‑event comparisons to aid planning and claims support.
Areas we serve
Primary cities: Eureka, Arcata, Blue Lake, Ferndale, Fortuna, Rio Dell, and Trinidad.
Additional communities: McKinleyville, Myrtletown, Cutten, Humboldt Hill, Hoopa, Willow Creek, Garberville, Redway, Shelter Cove, Scotia, Loleta, Manila, Fieldbrook, Hydesville, Westhaven‑Moonstone, Orick, and more.
FAQ
Is this work legal for public safety support? Yes – commercial flights are permitted under FAA Part 107 when operated by certificated remote pilots.
Do you handle airspace near airports or temporary restrictions? Airspace is checked and LAANC authorizations are requested when required before scheduling.
Can you operate at night? Night operations are possible when aircraft lighting and rule conditions are met.
How are files delivered? High‑resolution photos, optional thermal captures, and organized folders or PDF summaries sized for quick sharing.
How fast is delivery? Most standard missions deliver within 24–72 hours depending on scope and weather.
Who it’s for / not for
For: Emergency managers, public agencies, utilities, and organizations needing safe, clear visual evidence and rapid delivery.
Not for: Projects requiring beyond‑visual‑line‑of‑sight or operations that cannot meet FAA safety criteria for the site and conditions.
Check availability in Eureka, Arcata, or your Humboldt community and get a firm quote today.
Safety & Quality
Flights are conducted under Part 107 with visual line of sight, right‑of‑way to other aircraft, and aircraft registration maintained.
All pilots are certificated remote pilots, and operations follow current FAA guidance for commercial UAS.
Servicing Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna, Trinidad, McKinleyville, Blue Lake, Ferndale, Rio Dell, and neighboring Humboldt communities.
