Drone Surveying and Aerial Mapping, Centimeter-Accurate and Legally Valid
Orthophotos, 3D models, volume calculations and LiDAR scans for infrastructure, construction and quarrying projects. We connect you to CAA-licensed mapping operators working with certified surveyors, so the deliverable is valid with the authorities.
- 100% CAA commercial license (CAAI)
- Active commercial third-party insurance
- Response within one business day
Who this service is built for
Infrastructure & construction
Volume calculations, site progress tracking and accurate point clouds.
Developers & architects
Engineering imagery, 3D models and orthophotos for planning.
Agriculture & environment
Area surveys, slope analysis and drainage planning.
Industry & quarrying
Stockpile volume calculations and quarry change tracking.
Deep technical knowledge
Drone surveying vs. ground-based methods: when to go aerial
Traditional ground surveying of a large open area, a construction site or a quarry can take days, with each point measured separately. Drone surveys cover dozens of acres in a single flight and produce tens of thousands of measured points. The result is not only a dramatic time saving, but full continuous documentation of the entire site instead of spot sampling. On fast-changing projects like an active construction site or a quarry, you can re-survey weekly and track progress and volumes precisely.
Photogrammetry, orthophoto and LiDAR: which technology fits the project
Photogrammetry builds a 3D model and orthophoto from hundreds of overlapping photos, and it excels at volume and material calculations and visual site models. LiDAR emits laser beams that penetrate vegetation, making it the better choice for mapping ground under tree cover or dense growth and for fine infrastructure like power lines. The choice depends on the terrain, vegetation cover and required accuracy, and the mapping operator matches the sensor to the mission.
Certified surveyor and RTK accuracy: what makes an output valid
A consumer drone relies on GPS with an error of several meters. Professional operators work with RTK, real-time position correction that reduces the error to a few centimeters. But accuracy alone is not enough: for a survey deliverable to be accepted by the land registry, planning committees and authorities, it must be signed by a surveyor certified by the Survey of Israel. That is the difference between a nice photo and an engineering document you can submit, base planning on and calculate quantities from. That is why we connect you to firms that hold both credentials: a CAA pilot and a certified surveyor, wherever the deliverable needs legal standing.
Typical capabilities and deliverables
- Orthophoto: geo-referenced high-resolution aerial image
- Digital surface/terrain model (DSM/DTM) and 3D model
- Point cloud from photogrammetry or LiDAR
- Centimeter positional accuracy with RTK/PPK
- Earthwork volume, stockpile and material calculations
- Topographic survey and a valid output signed by a certified surveyor
- Periodic progress tracking for construction sites (Digital Twin)
Deliverables you receive
Equipment and sensors used
| Photogrammetry (RTK) | LiDAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Positional accuracy | A few centimeters (RTK/PPK) | Centimetric, even without ground control |
| Vegetation penetration | Limited | Penetrates dense vegetation to the ground |
| Primary output | Orthophoto and visual model | Accurate ground point cloud |
| Best for | Exposed sites and volume calculations | Forested terrain and fine infrastructure |
How much does drone mapping and surveying cost
There is no flat rate. Cost depends on site size, required accuracy, deliverable types and whether a certified surveyor's signature is needed. These are observed market ranges that give order of magnitude only. Your precise quote comes free through the marketplace.
| Photogrammetric mapping, small to medium site | 1,500 - 5,000 โช |
| Orthophoto and site model | 2,500 - 6,000 โช |
| Topographic survey signed by a certified surveyor | By site scope |
- Site size and number of dunams
- Required accuracy (RTK/PPK vs. standard GPS)
- Deliverable types (orthophoto, point cloud, 3D model, CAD files)
- Whether a certified surveyor's signature is needed for legal standing
- Terrain and vegetation complexity (photogrammetry vs. LiDAR)
Every flight is coordinated in advance with the required authorities, and in restricted areas that includes security clearance and NOTAM issuance as needed. The operators in the network handle the bureaucracy, so the project starts on time and fully approved.
Related topics in this field
Volume calculation
Earthwork and stockpile volume measurement at centimeter accuracy, for quarries and earthworks.
Construction monitoring
Periodic mapping and progress documentation for construction sites and infrastructure projects.
Orthophoto
A geo-referenced aerial image you can measure on, for planning and surveying.
Frequently asked questions
Do you operate drones yourself?
CAA-licensed, insured companies and pilots can join the operator registry and receive enquiries in their field and area. No joining fee and no exclusivity.