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Recent content by cdrjf

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    Mapping a Sand Pit

    Thank you for this info. I have taken an online class using Pix4D and would use it if it weren't so expensive. I've not heard of Virtual Surveyor, so I'll check that out.
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    Mapping a Sand Pit

    Thanks so much...as I get into this further, I will update. This pit is caught up in a legal battle which may last till the end of Q1 of 2024. I am going to try to fly it from an offsite location, because I don't think I'll get access until next year.
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    Mapping a Sand Pit

    Thanks for your reply...I contacted the MME folks and the answer I got was "give it a try". So, I plan to. And I agree with you...BigAl's model is stunning!
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    Mapping a Sand Pit

    Nice imagery...every big project that I know of has to have a way to manage rain run-off...hence your holding pond. I am pleased to see that it's not just a black hole of data...which has been my fear. My customer is very unsophisticated in re: drone imagery (as if I am...), but his goal is to...
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    Mapping a Sand Pit

    Hi all, I am a mapping rookie who's been asked to map a water-filled sand pit. The pit will be drained and I would map periodically to monitor progress. I have two questions: 1. Is this even possible? 2. Would "Maps Made Easy" work for this task or do I need to get Pix4D products? Thanks for...
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    Introduce Yourself!

    Hi, my name is Julie. I live in a suburb of Houston TX. Have my Part 107 and am finishing my application for Part 137. I see there is an Ag section in this community, but it doesn't seem to have much recent traffic. I'm retired military, an engineer and a business owner (build Cobra car...
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    2021 UAS Ag Summit

    I am new to this forum and unsure if you still post here, but for a soon-to-be certificated ag drone pilot, your comments are so very helpful. I live in a suburb of a large city, have no contacts with farmers but am so fascinated with using drones in agriculture. With newer drones available...