ENVIRONMENTAL DRONE surveying
WELCOME TO FLYING FOX
Flying Fox Drone Solutions is a specialist drone surveying business based in Victoria on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country. Established to bridge the gap between ecological expertise and modern aerial technology, we focus on producing spatial data that is scientifically robust, environmentally responsible, and genuinely useful for on‑ground decision‑making.
We collaborate with conservation groups, government agencies, Traditional Owner organisations, agricultural producers, environmental consultants, and land managers. Every project is guided by transparency, scientific integrity, and a deep respect for Country and community.
OUR SERVICES
We provide aerial surveying and mapping services built around your project’s specific needs — from initial planning through to final data deliverables.
All survey data is geo-referenced and ready for integration into GIS platforms, enabling detailed spatial analysis, informed decision-making, and clear, defensible reporting for your site or project area.
Every engagement begins with thorough flight mission planning. This includes site-specific safety assessments, CASA compliance checks, airspace authorisation and permit applications where required, and detailed flight path planning. Whether your site is straightforward or complex, our planning process is designed to give you confidence that the work will be carried out safely, efficiently, and to a consistently high standard.
SO, WHAT IS DRONE SURVEYING?
Drone surveying is the process of using Remotely Piloted Aircraft (aka RPA, UAV, drone) equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors to capture accurate aerial data over a target site. This technology enables us to create detailed geo-referenced maps and models for our clients.
Drones are especially valuable for conducting repeatable surveys year after year, enabling precise comparisons and long-term analysis. They also provide an affordable, safe and efficient method of gathering vital information of the environment when compared to on-foot and helicopter surveys. At the end of the day, you save time and money and get more data!
There is a plethora of opportunities where drones can provide insights to environmental projects; the sky is the limit!
Advantages of Drone Surveying
High Quality Imagery
High resolution aerial imagery utilising 20MP cameras and 4K video.
Data Aquisition
Gather quantifiable information and identify patterns over time.
Accuracy
Highly accurate results with the assistance of RTK systems.
Repeatable
Track changes over time with repeatable flight paths.
Time Saving
Incredibly fast and efficient compared to traditional on-foot surveying.
Safety
Survey difficult terrain too dangerous for on-foot surveying teams.
ABOUT US
Established in 2024, Flying Fox Drone Solutions is a small, professional drone or aerial surveying business based in Naarm (Melbourne).
Our core values:
– Environment first
– Respect
– Integrity
– Quality
Our name honours the Grey‑headed Flying Fox—a keystone species whose seed dispersal and pollination sustain ecosystems. They epitomise our mission to gracefully nurture the land through flight.