Aerial Services
Meridian Land Services, Inc. provides comprehensive aerial mapping and inspection services that support the timely and accurate completion of complex projects. Our UAV operations are led by licensed and experienced pilots, ensuring both compliance and safety on every flight. By integrating aerial data collection directly into our project workflows, we’re able to streamline timelines, reduce field hours, and improve data quality across disciplines—from survey to engineering.
Aerial Mapping & Data Collection
- Aerial Mapping and Photogrammetry: Capture high-resolution images and generate accurate 2D and 3D models of terrain, buildings, and infrastructure.
- Topographic Surveys: Collect detailed elevation data to create highly accurate topographic maps for planning and design.
- 3D Model Generation: Create realistic, interactive 3D models for planning, design, and visualization.
Site Monitoring & Analysis
- Volume Measurement: Accurately measure stockpiles, landfills, and other volumes for material tracking, inventory, and reporting.
- Stockpile Analysis: Monitor stockpile conditions and volume changes over time, ensuring accurate reporting and efficient operations.
- Continuous Site Monitoring: Ongoing aerial surveys to track site progress and changes, supporting real-time decision-making.
Inspection & Maintenance
- Infrastructure Inspections: Inspect bridges, towers, buildings, and other structures with precision, capturing data safely and without disruption.
- Transmission Line and Utility Inspections: Conduct thorough inspections of powerlines, utilities, and critical infrastructure, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
- Railway and Roadway Inspections: Perform detailed inspections of railways, roadways, and transport infrastructure to identify wear and potential issues.
Environmental & Risk Assessment
- Environmental Monitoring: Monitor environmental conditions and collect data to assess ecosystems, land use, and development impacts.
- Flood Risk Assessment: Utilize aerial data to model flood zones, identify risk areas, and support planning for flood management.
Real Estate & Media
- Real Estate Photography and Videography: Capture high-quality aerial imagery and video to showcase properties from stunning perspectives.
Our Aerial Services Department enables Meridian to expand the value we deliver—both within our core disciplines and beyond. By integrating aerial technology, we enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and safety of existing workflows, while also unlocking opportunities in new and unrelated fields. These services can reduce project costs, eliminate on-site safety risks, and streamline operations in ways that traditional methods can’t.
