AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY & AERIAL SURVEY

RC- HELICAM can access areas where a full-sized aircraft cannot, 0-300m 0-1000 feet. This means you and your clients

  can have aerial images captured up close and personal.

Because the needs of clients are diverse, we strive to offer a wide range of altitude, vantage points.

RC- HELICAM'S remotely piloted helicopter is used for special low altitude work.  Ideal for showing small targets

in high detail and great perspective.

RC- HELICAM can hover accurately on target capturing beautiful images from a variety of aerial perspectives.

Aerial multimedia for advertising, brochures, fliers, websites,  virtual tours, 3D modelling and more.

The possibilities are endless..........

If you or your clients require high quality, low-level aerial photography

please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Photo delivery options range from email to high res photos on CD, or enlargements and framed photos.

We use a Canon EOS 350 Digital SLR camera and a Sony DV video camera.

Check out the Photograph quality here (4,78Mbs)

 Contact us on:  045-8431330/ 072-0504211 email roger@rc-helicam.co.za  

Benefits of Aerial Photography

Aerial Survey

Volume Measurements Using Aerial Digital Photogrammetry.

Photogrammetry is the science of geometry, mathematics and physics that uses the 2-dimensional image of a 3 dimensional scene to reconstruct a reliable and accurate model of the original 3D scene. The principles of photogrammetry have been well established and used throughout the century. However with the recent advent of professional quality digital cameras and the emergence of suitable portable camera lifting platforms like          RC-Helicam, high quality and more precise 3D information can now be obtained much easier and at a very affordable rate.
 

RC-HELICAM  is ideal for small projects such pile volume calculations such as gravel, chip and coal.

Digital photogrammetry is a very cost-effective way to obtain accurate information for areas inaccessible to ground-based survey crews. No actual physical measurements are made of the specific ground features, except for control points established for the photogrammetric processing. However, a 3-dimensional model, from photographs taken at a sufficient altitude above the ground, can be created. From this model, distances between objects or differences in heights can be accurately measured. Photogrammetric surveys can be horizontal, vertical or both. They can be used for:

• Densification of survey control
• Cadastral surveys
• Topographic Surveys
• Terrain Analysis
• Stockpile, gravel pit or land fill monitoring and volume survey.

Aerial photogrammetry can be used to quickly obtain aerial observations of crime and accident scenes at low altitudes. Accurate non-contact 3D measurements of the scene can be easily obtained by incorporating state-of-the-art digital photogrammetry software. Accurate ground scales can be determined using targets on the ground and a Total Station for high precision measurements or measurement tapes where lower precision results are acceptable.

All important dimensional aspects of the crime or crash scene can be quickly captured. The scenes are frozen in time. Accurate X, Y and Z             co-ordinates of the important locations of the crime and crash scenes can be retrieved at any time. The data can be transferred to diagramming and rendering software at any time.

The Benefits are:

1. The high expense of leasing and arranging an airplane photogrammetry system can be avoided.
2. RC-Helicam can be arranged for and employed very quickly even for city intersections as well as highways.
3. Ideal for large area forensic data gathering needs.
4. Scenes and roads can be opened up quicker since the data can be captured very quickly (reducing the risk of secondary crashes and other on-scene collision catastrophes)
5. A permanent record of important information of a large area of immediate interest and the surrounding area of the scene of interest is obtained very easily (i.e. data which may not appear to be important and relevant at the time of the crime could become important at a later time because of the availability of new and unforeseen information in the future)

 RC-Helicam is associated with Precision Surveys and Mapping.

                                             www.precisionsurveys.co.za

Track Construction Record

Aerial photographs shot at regular intervals keep your clients better informed and more involved in the process. Enlargements provide a  visual reference for planning meetings with crews and sub-contractors. Also, images provided by an impartial third party offer dated evidence of work completed.

Market Your Property
Aerial photographs make an extremely effective marketing tool for your property. They can clearly communicate property boundaries, the location of your site within the community and proximity to rivers and roads.

Display Your Business
An aerial view is sometimes the only way to capture your entire building and property in a single photograph. Display your business with an aerial image on brochures and reports, on your websites and at trade shows.

Farms
An aerial photograph of your property is a perfect way to show it off. Enlargements have been a favourite gift that passes on for generations. Looking back to see landscape changes over the years is always interesting. Crop assessment, check where your crops are lacking fertilizer. Plan your irrigation scheme.

Legal
Aerial photographs provide a clear visual reference for property disputes, accident scene analysis or environmental matters.

Development Planning
Aerial photographs are a great reference tool for infrastructure planning.

Environmental  Impact

Flood control, river bank maintenance and erosion.

Special Events
Aerial photographs are a great way to commemorate outdoor special events, such as major sporting events, wedding receptions, shows, marathons, and races.

Contact us on:  045-8431330/ 072-0504211

email roger@rc-helicam.co.za   

 No hiring of pilots and photographers.