Frequently asked questions
Practical answers before you send an inquiry. Timing, scope and pricing are always confirmed for your specific job.
What is a typical delivery time?
It depends on scope, terrain and processing. Simple acquisition may take days; larger deliveries with QA are usually phased. Our reply to your inquiry includes a timeline and milestones.
Which deliverables and formats do you provide?
Typically point clouds, orthophotos, simple 3D assets, reports and CAD/GIS-friendly exports. We align formats and coordinate systems with your workflow.
How do you handle site access and flight approvals?
With landowner/site manager access, field work is straightforward. Where authority/airport coordination is required, we plan it up front and reflect it in the schedule.
Do you combine LiDAR, GPR and visual outputs?
Yes — we often combine methods by objective to avoid redundant field work while keeping budget predictable.
Who owns the data and how does licensing work?
Default ownership and usage are defined in the quote or contract. Premium outputs may be gated by licence type (e.g. internal vs. marketing).
What if I need consultation before field work?
Share a short goal and location. We will propose scope, risks and whether to start with a pilot/study vs. full execution.
What is LiDAR?
LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is airborne laser scanning. It produces a georeferenced point cloud — the basis for DTM, DSM, 3D models and feature analysis.
What is GPR (ground penetrating radar)?
GPR sends radar pulses into the ground and records reflections. From a UAS we map anomalies — utilities, voids, material changes — without excavation.
How deep can GPR typically see?
Depth depends on soil and moisture: often metres in sand, decimetres to low metres in clay. We estimate realistic reach for your site before the job.
How accurate is airborne LiDAR mapping?
With RTK/PPK and control points we achieve survey-grade parameters for design and GIS — specific cm/dm tolerances are confirmed in the quote.
What is the difference between DTM, DSM and orthophoto?
DTM = bare-earth terrain model, DSM = surface including vegetation and buildings, orthophoto = georeferenced image without perspective. We often deliver all from one flight.
What is a digital twin?
A digital twin is an accurate digital replica of an asset or area — geometry, textures and data layers that can be updated and shared (BIM/GIS/cloud).
How do you deliver data to municipalities or clients?
We provide a structured package (GIS/CAD, report, metadata) and optional cloud access with roles — aligned with your workflow and archiving.
How much does aerial mapping cost?
Price depends on area, sensor, processing and timeline. After a brief inquiry we send an indicative budget or phased quote — without obligation.
How long does processing take after the flight?
Simple deliverables may take days; complex QA and classification is phased. We confirm timing in our reply to your inquiry.
Which output formats are available?
Typically LAS/LAZ, GeoTIFF, SHP/GPKG, DXF/DWG, PDF reports, orthomosaics, DTM/DSM and cloud access — in your project coordinate system.
Can data be viewed in the cloud?
Yes — we offer cloud storage and viewers (including 3D point clouds) with access control for your team and partners.
Can outputs support grants and public procurement?
Yes, when scope and methodology match programme requirements. Quotes include work description, formats and documentation suitable for submission.
What is autonomous monitoring with DJI Dock?
DJI Dock is an automated drone station — planned missions, charging and uploads without a permanent crew on site. Ideal for sites and repeat inspections.
Who are HORDRONES services for?
Municipalities, investors, asset and infrastructure managers, heritage teams, designers and technical staff who need reliable UAS geodata and inspections.