Lidar vs. Photogrammetry: Which is Best for Your Project?
Lidar is becoming a common drone payload, but is it right for your job? This article covers when to use lidar vs photogrammetry.
What is Volumetric Stockpile Analysis?
Volumetric stockpile analysis is a technique used to measure the volume of material in a stockpile. It is useful for various industries, including mining, construction, agriculture, and waste management. Learn more about drones for mining. The process of volumetric...
2022 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award Nomination
Vision Aerial was nominated for the 2022 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. This award recognizes employers who go above and beyond to support Guardsmen and Reservists. Vision Aerial was nominated in the Small Business category by Navy Reserve...
Grand Opening Event, June 10, 2022
You are invited! Please join us to celebrate the opening Vision Aerial’s new production facility. Vision Aerial is an American drone manufacturer that creates unmanned systems designed to increase efficiency, reduce industry risks, and save lives. Friday, June 10,...
Successful Drone Search and Rescue Missions
Drones for search and rescue have become increasingly popular due to their ability to cover large areas quickly, access hard-to-reach locations, and provide real-time information to rescue teams. Here are some real-world examples of successful drone search and rescue missions that resulted in saved lives.
Spring Newsletter: Announcing Our New Facility
New services, more products, and an Aerial Survey Guide. Announcing Our New Facility! Exciting things are happening at Vision Aerial. We're moving into a larger production facility, expanding our service department, are now offering data acquisition services, and...
Factors that Impact Drone Flight Times
“How long can my drone fly with XYZ payload?” This is an important question to ask when evaluating drone platforms. Although it seems the answer regarding drone flight times should be straightforward, more than just payload weight will impact how long a drone can...
Aerial Survey Guide for Vision Aerial Drones
How to Perform an Aerial Survey for Drone Photogrammetry Conducting an aerial survey for photogrammetry is one of the most common drone applications. This guide will provide an overview of the process for beginning drone pilots. It will also provide specific...
December 2021 Newsletter: Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays Thank you for helping make 2021 great. Wishing you the best in the new year! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season! Vision Aerial would like to thank everyone that helped make this year a success. Your feedback provides valuable insight that helps to...
Newsletter October 2021: Blue sUAS Project, SwitchBlade-Elite News, USFS, Flight Deck, and more…
Blue sUAS 2.0 project, SwitchBlade-Elite updates, and more… Recent news from Vision Aerial includes participation in Blue UAS 2.0 testing, product upgrades, new software, and more! Stay Informed! Drone industry news and product updates. ...
Verified! 19+ km Control and Telemetry Range
The manufacturer of the ground control station claims a 20 km range. We wanted to verify that was true considering the integration of our systems. The Test Case Verify that the drone will respond to user inputs at a 20 km range using a SwitchBlade-Elite with the...
Case Study: Montana State University Uses Scientific Research Drones
Montana State University research team uses SwitchBlade-Elite research drone to measure river ice thickness to predict seasonal flooding.