Industrial & Utility Inspections
Inspect plants, substations, tanks, towers, and sites across Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna, Trinidad, McKinleyville, and neighboring Humboldt County communities with high‑resolution and optional thermal imaging by certified pilots.
Get a same‑day feasibility check, a simple three‑step plan, and deliverables formatted for maintenance, safety, and reporting workflows.
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.
Industrial and utility use cases supported: orthomosaics, progress documentation, inspections, and stakeholder visuals with predictable turnaround.
Process
Scope and estimate: Share site address, asset types, and timing to receive a same‑day feasibility review and pricing.
Plan and authorize: Airspace checks and LAANC requests where required, plus a concise capture plan and safety controls you approve.
Fly and deliver: On‑site capture with safety briefings, then delivery in formats aligned to your CMMS, EHS, or contractor needs.
Deliverables
Visual inspections: High‑resolution nadir and oblique photos (JPG/RAW) and close‑ups for components, terminations, fasteners, and fittings.
Mapping: Orthomosaics and site overviews to document conditions, access, laydown areas, and change over time.
Thermal options: Targeted thermal passes to flag suspected hotspots or anomalies on electrical gear, PV arrays, and mechanical systems.
Reporting: Labeled folders, web‑ready exports, optional PDF summaries, and CSV/KMZ deliverables upon request.
Turnaround: Standard 24–72 hours depending on scope and weather conditions.
Use cases
Utilities and energy: Substation exteriors, PV arrays, wind components, and right‑of‑way documentation with zoom and thermal options.
Industrial facilities: Tanks, stacks, conveyors, rooftops, and hard‑to‑reach fixtures documented without scaffolding or shutdowns where permitted.
Construction and maintenance: Progress photos, orthos, and punch‑list visuals sized for stakeholder updates and close‑out records.
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
Are industrial drone inspections legal? Yes – commercial inspections are permitted under FAA Part 107 when operated by certificated remote pilots.
Do you handle airspace near airports or sensitive sites? Yes – LAANC authorizations are requested when required and site permissions are confirmed before scheduling.
Can you fly at night for outage windows? Night operations are possible when aircraft lighting and rule conditions are met.
What deliverables can we expect? High‑res photos, optional thermal captures, orthomosaics, and labeled folders or PDF summaries aligned to your workflow.
How fast is delivery? Most standard inspections deliver within 24–72 hours depending on scope and weather.
Who it’s for / not for
For: Plant managers, utility teams, EPCs, maintenance contractors, and EHS leaders who need safe, fast visual evidence and clear reporting.
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.
