As part of the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) Technical Training Series, WithersRavenel’s Remote Sensing Group recently assisted with a training session on drones and construction surveying. The event, held at Robeson Community College in Lumberton, NC, was designed to equip small highway construction contractors with the skills and knowledge to confidently engage in NCDOT projects through drone surveying.
The session focused on how Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) are transforming the field of surveying. WithersRavenel’s Remote Sensing Director, Seth Swaim, GISP, PLS, shared real-world applications of drone-based LiDAR and photogrammetry, as well as basic steps of how to become a Part 107 Unmanned Aircraft Pilot.
The audience engaged in thoughtful discussions about safety, data accuracy, and the challenges of operating in difficult terrain. The training underscored WithersRavenel’s commitment to applying technology-based solutions to survey mapping and imaging services. As an early user of UAS technology, WithersRavenel keeps investing in the industry. They promote learning and safe operations on land, in the air, and underwater.
As UAS technology becomes more important in transportation and construction, programs like NCDOT’s Technical Training Series help contractors. These programs ensure that contractors can use new tools with confidence and accuracy.
Appreciation goes to the organizers of the training series and the other presenters for making these events a success.
*Photos are provided by the NCDOT
