Precision Aerial Inspection
forCritical Infrastructure
LiDAR• RGB Imaging• Thermal Analysis
We deliver safer, faster, and more accurate inspections for wind farms, solar sites, and infrastructure using NDAA-compliant drones, thermal imaging and LiDAR.
Core Capabilities
LiDAR, RGB, and thermal imaging tailored for wind, solar, and infrastructure.
LiDAR & 3D Mapping
Millimeter-level precision for volumetric analysis, blade geometry, and as-built documentation.
Learn MoreHigh-Resolution RGB Imaging
Detailed visual inspection for surface defects, erosion, and coating condition assessment.
Learn MoreThermal Anomaly Detection
Identify delamination, water ingress, and bonding defects invisible to standard cameras.
Learn MoreWhy UAV Inspection?
How drone-based inspection compares to traditional methods.
| Criteria | UAV | Helicopter | Rope Access | Ground-Based |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Cost | ||||
| Fast Inspection | ||||
| Full Surface Coverage | ||||
| No Personnel at Height | ||||
| Minimal Turbine Downtime | ||||
| LiDAR / 3D Mapping | ||||
| Thermal / Subsurface Detection | ||||
| Consistent Repeatable Data |
- Low Cost
- Fast Inspection
- Full Surface Coverage
- No Personnel at Height
- Minimal Turbine Downtime
- LiDAR / 3D Mapping
- Thermal / Subsurface Detection
- Consistent Repeatable Data
- Low Cost
- Fast Inspection
- Full Surface Coverage
- No Personnel at Height
- Minimal Turbine Downtime
- LiDAR / 3D Mapping
- Thermal / Subsurface Detection
- Consistent Repeatable Data
- Low Cost
- Fast Inspection
- Full Surface Coverage
- No Personnel at Height
- Minimal Turbine Downtime
- LiDAR / 3D Mapping
- Thermal / Subsurface Detection
- Consistent Repeatable Data
- Low Cost
- Fast Inspection
- Full Surface Coverage
- No Personnel at Height
- Minimal Turbine Downtime
- LiDAR / 3D Mapping
- Thermal / Subsurface Detection
- Consistent Repeatable Data
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Rope access remains valuable for hands-on repair and tactile testing. For routine monitoring and defect detection across large fleets, UAV inspection delivers comprehensive data faster and more safely.
Why PropelUAV
NDAA-compliant equipment, precision, and offshore experience.
NDAA-Compliant Equipment
Federal project ready with American-made, Blue UAS equipment.
Millimeter-Level Precision
LiDAR accuracy for critical measurement and documentation.
Faster Turnaround
Compared to rope access or helicopter-based inspection.
Offshore Capable
Wind farm experience and offshore mission readiness.
Part 107 Certified
Full regulatory compliance for commercial operations.
Expert Data Analysis
Full, comprehensive analytical reports using cutting edge 3D mapping software.
Industries We Serve
Offshore & onshore wind, solar, construction, utilities, telecommunications, and real estate.
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