Who we are

Cadence Aerial is built on three generations of experience across civil engineering, land surveying, construction inspections, and aviation operations. This background shapes how we approach aerial work today, combining practical field knowledge with a strong understanding of how projects are planned, built, and managed.

That experience guides a thoughtful, disciplined approach to aerial data collection—focused on safety, accuracy, and delivering information that is useful and reliable in real-world project environments.

Our team is internally staffed with a commercial pilot (CFI–II), professional FAA Part 107 UAS pilots, and sensor operators for both manned and unmanned operations. This structure allows us to scale our services to match project size and complexity while maintaining consistent standards and dependable execution. For projects involving sensitive or regulated environments, we also offer fully NDAA-compliant data acquisition using U.S.-manufactured and approved aircraft and sensor systems.

All data is processed in-house, allowing us to maintain direct oversight from collection through final delivery. By keeping operations and data management under one roof, Cadence Aerial delivers clear, dependable geospatial information that clients can trust for planning, documentation, and decision-making.

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  • Cadence Aerial is built on decades of combined experience in civil engineering, land surveying, construction, and professional inspections, supported by a strong understanding of FAA-regulated aviation. This background shapes how we collect, process, and deliver data—prioritizing accuracy, safety, and practical usability over novelty.

  • Yes. We support engineering and surveying teams by providing well-documented, georeferenced datasets that integrate cleanly with CAD and GIS workflows. Data is aligned to existing ground control and independently evaluated using control points and randomly distributed check points, with accuracy documented through transparent validation metrics. We’ve worked alongside both local and national firms and focus on clear communication and dependable support for licensed professionals.

  • Cadence Aerial is based in the Austin, Texas metropolitan area and regularly supports projects throughout the state of Texas. Depending on project scope and requirements, we also provide services across the south-central United States for infrastructure, energy, construction, and public-sector clients.

    Because our operations are aviation-based and self-contained, service area is driven more by project needs than fixed geography. Specific locations and logistics are discussed during scoping to ensure alignment with timelines, access, and regulatory considerations.

  • Yes. Cadence Aerial has the capability to provide fully NDAA-compliant data acquisition using U.S.-manufactured and approved aircraft and sensor systems, supporting projects involving critical infrastructure, utilities, and government agencies.

  • We support construction, utilities, energy, land development, engineering, surveying, public safety, and critical infrastructure sectors.

  • Our team includes a full-time commercial pilot (CFI, II) and full-time FAA Part 107 UAS pilots, allowing us to provide reliable service without relying on subcontracted flight crews or introducing unnecessary operational variables.

  • Turnaround time depends on project size, data density, and deliverable requirements. At a minimum, we allow 2 days after acquisition to support quality GNSS processing. Depending on scope and deliverable expectations, most projects are typically delivered within one week.
    Because all processing is performed in-house, schedules are predictable and discussed during scoping to ensure alignment with project needs.

  • Accuracy is influenced by flight planning, conditions, and data processing—not just the sensor itself. Our data is aligned to ground control and independently checked using separate reference points, with results documented in an accuracy report.

    Under suitable conditions, projects commonly demonstrate sub-tenth of a USFT vertical accuracy, as indicated by RMSEz results.

  • We inspect and document a wide range of assets including rooftops, transmission and distribution infrastructure, pipelines, substations, solar and wind energy facilities, construction sites, and transportation corridors. Our approach is guided by decades of experience in engineering and certified commercial/ residential inspections, guiding how we plan, capture data, and focus on the conditions that matter most.