AERIAL SERVICES

DRONE SERVICES

Advanced Aerial Services with FAA-Certified Operators

World-Class Aerial Inspections from the Ground Up

PraXel's FAA-certified drone operators bring advanced aerial inspection technology to electrical infrastructure inspection. Using high-resolution cameras, thermal infrared imaging, and sophisticated flight systems, we deliver detailed assessments of transmission lines, distribution systems, substations, and rights-of-way — faster, safer, and more cost-effectively than traditional ground-based methods.

Because our drone operators are part of PraXel's line crew operations, they understand exactly what they're looking for — deficiencies, damage, vegetation encroachment, and structural issues that matter to utilities. Our inspection data is delivered in organized, actionable formats to support maintenance planning and asset management.

FAA Part 107 Certified

Certified & Insured Operators

All drone operations are conducted by FAA Part 107 certified pilots — insured, experienced, and compliant with all applicable regulations.

Technology: 4K video, high-resolution still photography, thermal infrared imaging, and LiDAR capability.

›Inspect energized lines without outages or hot stick risk

›Cover miles of corridor per day vs. hours by ground

›Access difficult terrain — rivers, mountains, dense vegetation

›Thermal imaging detects hotspots invisible to the naked eye

›Rapid post-storm damage assessment for faster restoration

Drone aerial survey of storm-damaged area

Actionable Inspection Data

Every inspection is delivered with organized, actionable data — detailed imagery, thermal reports, LiDAR models, and damage documentation ready to plug directly into your asset management and maintenance planning workflows.

IBEW Code of Excellence
Operated by experienced utility professionals

Our Capabilities

Distribution Line InspectionsTransmission Line InspectionsSubstation Aerial SurveysThermal Infrared Imaging4K Video & High-Resolution PhotographyDamage Assessment & DocumentationPre- & Post-Storm SurveysRight-of-Way Corridor SurveysLiDAR Mapping & ModelingStructure & Equipment Close-Up InspectionsRapid Deployment for Emergency ResponseFAA Part 107 Certified Operators

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