Forests and vegetated areas
Terrain models (DTM) where photogrammetry cannot see the ground.
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Drone LiDAR surveys in Italy
LiDAR pulses pass through foliage and reach the ground: you get centimetre-level DTMs and DSMs even in forests, along river banks and on steep terrain. We have flown LiDAR since 2021, today with the DJI Matrice 400 and the Zenmuse L2 sensor.
We reply within 24 hours.
LiDAR in our fleet since 2021DJI Matrice 400 + Zenmuse L2Pilots with EU STS-01, STS-02, CRM and COMENAC-registered operator since 2014
Ground under the treesClassified point clouds ready for CAD, GIS and BIM.
Where LiDAR makes the difference
Power lines
Conductors, pylons, nearby vegetation and ground features captured in a single flight.
Roads, railways and bridges
Infrastructure surveys, also in hard-to-reach places, ready for BIM modelling.
Buildings and plants
Dense point clouds for design, BIM and quality control on site.
Rivers and flood areas
Fast elevation data to study hydrogeological risk.
Landslides and quarries
Slope and excavation monitoring with comparisons over time.
How it works
The Zenmuse L2 combines a laser scanner, an inertial unit and an RGB camera. Several returns per pulse let the sensor record the canopy, the branches and, crucially, the ground beneath. After the flight we process trajectories with RTK/PPK corrections, classify the point cloud (ground, vegetation, buildings, wires) and derive the products you need.
LiDAR drones are heavier than camera drones: in urban areas the flight needs a controlled ground area and the right authorisations. We assess the scenario and handle the paperwork.
Deliverables
- Classified point cloud (LAS/LAZ)
- DTM, DSM and contour lines
- Cross sections and profiles
- Vegetation clearance analysis for power lines
- Colour orthophoto from the same mission
- Data ready for GIS, CAD and BIM
The drones we use
DJI Matrice 400 + Zenmuse L2LiDAR surveys: the ground even under vegetation
DJI Matrice 4Precision surveys and inspections with RTKNeed to fly near an airport? In the red zones near Italian airports only class C5 drones with parachute and flight termination system may fly. We have them in our fleet, request the permits from ENAC and ENAV and always inform the Local Police and the Prefecture.
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Our pilots hold the highest certificates for civil drones in Europe
EU STS-01EU STS-02CRMCOM
They can fly the most demanding European standard scenarios, including in towns and near people, with full safety procedures.
ISO 9001:2015 certified company
Every job follows written, audited procedures, from quote to delivery. Flights insured up to €2 million.
How we work
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FeasibilityWe define area, point density and deliverables.2
PermitsWe assess the airspace, file the requests and inform the authorities.3
LiDAR flightMatrice 400 and Zenmuse L2 with ground control points.4
ProcessingClassified point cloud, DTM, DSM and report.Trusted by
What our clients say
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Edwin CottonFacebook review“Si lavora bene con loro, bravi.”
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Frequently asked questions
Does LiDAR really see under the trees?
Yes: part of the laser pulses passes through gaps in the foliage and reaches the ground, so a terrain model can be produced even in woodland.
How accurate is it?
With the Zenmuse L2, RTK corrections and ground control points accuracy is at centimetre level.
Which files do I receive?
Classified point cloud (LAS/LAZ), DTM, DSM, contour lines and, if needed, a colour orthophoto.
Can you fly LiDAR in cities?
The LiDAR drone is heavier than small camera drones: in urban areas we need a controlled ground area and the right permits. We assess the scenario for you.
Do I need a permit to fly a drone there?
Almost always for professional work. Italy publishes its drone geographical zones on D-Flight, the official portal: airports, heliports, military areas, parks and sensitive sites. Outside the Open category, and inside most of these zones, you need an authorisation or an airspace reservation (ENAC procedure ATM-09A). We check the exact spot, file the requests and always inform the Local Police and the Prefecture, so the shoot is not stopped halfway.
How fast do you reply?
Within 24 hours, with a proposal and a realistic timeline for permits.
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