This solution is a quick and flexible solution that all lights are on, with equal relative brightness, correct colour and that there is no confusion with other lights such as signalised obstacles. These types of inspections are specially important in the commissioning of new runway lightings, as an inspection on the ground is not good enough, because there is no way to check that there are no lights that can create confusion.

With our solution, it takes 10-20 minutes between of flight to inspect a 4km runway, taking into account that it needs to be inspected in both directions for double-prism lamps.

Yes, we the procedures have been designed specifically with FAA and ICAO guidelines and recommendations. For example, EASA requirement GM2 ADR.OPS.B.015 states:

“Flight checks of approach and runway lighting systems should be carried out to ensure the pattern is correct and the lights are working, whenever a new system is commissioned, or after a major maintenance, and at least annually. The opportunity should also be taken to identify any confusing, or misleading lights in the aerodrome surroundings.”

Yes, in fact, we have designed all the tools so that anyone can do the inspections for the airport after receiving our training. The solution can be acquired by airport operators, ANSPs, CAAs or any company or entity that can provide this service to airports. Ask as for a quote to acquire the solution.

Yes, we have performe inspections with SNOW and -10ºC, with up to 15-knot WINDS and even with light RAIN. Although the real benefit is that with this solution, you have the flexibility of taking advantages of small windows where the wind goes down or it stops raining.

The drone can fly several km away and hundreds of meters high if needed. However, according to our procedures, the drone flies within the airport, and below 40 meters AGL.

Depending on weather conditions, the batteries can last 15-25 minutes. This is MORE than enough to do our ALS inspections, which just take 10 minutes. In any, case, it takes less than 1 minute to change batteries and fly again.

All the equipment can be carried out as checked-in luggage with any commercial airline. We have reached the most remote locations taking up to 4 different flights with just 1 person without any issue. Batteries need to be carried as carry-on luggage.

Yes, by obtaining the necessary authorisations in each country. CANARD has been authorised to fly drones in airports in several countries already, and we can help our customers that acquire our solution to obtain such authorisations. This is a very important matter, as safety is paramount in aviation and all procedures and coordination protocols must be stablished and follow to ensure safety.

Our solution is compatible with DJI M600 PRO and DJI M210 RTK drones. Contact us if you want a quote for a license to be able to use our software and training to perform Lights inspections with it.

Yes, the system is able to do different types of visual inspections (PAPI, ALS, Lights), ILS measurements, photogrammetry and others. Al the capabilities are built into the same app. Contact us to get a quotation for a solution for multiple inspections.

Yes, the different tasks and flights are built into the app. The operator only needs to execute them and monitor the the drone flies according to plan. The drone goes to the required locations and takes the images needed to analyse the Lights. Once the tasks are executed, the report can be generated from the tablet.

No, that type of inspection requires specialised sensors.