Line Work From Drone Data
Accurate CAD Drawings to Your Desktop
Survey-Grade Line Work from Drone Data—Fast, Accurate, Reliable
At Recon Aerial Calgary, we turn drone imagery into precise AutoCAD line work that helps surveyors, engineers, and planners move projects forward faster. From site inventories to complex civil and industrial builds, our outputs are surveyor-ready and built to industry standards.
We know deadlines are tight and accuracy is critical. That’s why our streamlined processing pipeline delivers CAD line work in 48–72 hours—without the cost of expensive software, training, or inconsistent freelance results.
Why Choose Us?
Save 40–60% of drafting time vs. manual workflows
Consistent, layered drawings for better planning and presentations
Scalable, cost-effective service that adapts to your workload
More time for your team to focus on high-value tasks
When you need line work from drone data, we deliver speed, precision, and value—every time.
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CAD Linework from Drone Data for Residential Contruction Example
Recon Aerial Calgary completed a drone mapping and surveying mission to support an architectural firm tasked with placing a home on a 10-acre waterfront lot. Over the course of three flights at 170, 220, and 250 feet, we collected nearly 800 images in just two hours at varying ground sample distances (GSDs).
Traditionally, an architect or planner would need to visit the site multiple times to assess setbacks, elevation profiles, property lines, sight lines, and access to the waterfront. In this case, our drone survey eliminated the need for repeat visits.
We delivered a full photogrammetric data package, with CAD-ready linework used to create plan views and section profiles to aid in development and planning.
The results were pivotal: the architect gained a complete understanding of the site, accurately positioned the home in relation to natural features, and aligned with client constraints and condominium covenants. The aerial survey even revealed substantial elevation changes, prompting additional road planning that would have otherwise been overlooked.
Line work from drone data delivers fast, accurate, and cost-effective drafting. It streamlines workflows, enhances project planning, reduces manual effort, and improves the overall efficiency of civil and site development.
Getting Results - Why Use Drones to Conduct Flare Stack Inspections?
Line work from drone data delivers fast, accurate, and cost-effective drafting. It streamlines workflows, enhances project planning, reduces manual effort, and improves the overall efficiency of civil and site development.
CAD Linework from Drone Data for Engineering and Civil Projects
Recon Aerial Calgary was engaged to perform a drone flight operation to produce a detailed, layered as-built drawing for an urban site.
The deliverable included a full set of standard site features—spot elevations, curbs, sidewalks, roads, paths, building footprints and heights, sewer grates, utility manholes, and more.
The mission was autonomously planned to cover 10 acres at 400 feet. In a single 30-minute flight, our team captured 155 high-resolution images. Base station data and ground control points were collected onsite to ensure precise georeferencing of the final orthomosaic. Total onsite time was just 1.5 hours.
After processing, we delivered a highly accurate layered AutoCAD .dwg file, supporting assets, and a client-ready PDF. The entire project—from initial planning to final delivery—was completed in just 7 days.
Interested in pricing or want to see a sample PDF? Contact us—we’d be glad to help.
WHY USE DRONES TO CREATE FEATURE SETS
AND DRAWINGS IN AUTOCAD??
AND DRAWINGS IN AUTOCAD??
Why Use Drones for AutoCAD Feature Sets and Drawings?
Because linework from drone data is faster, more detailed, and more cost-effective than traditional surveying.
Drones capture data rapidly—even across large areas. For example, a 10-acre mapping flight takes only minutes, and with ground control and survey points included, the full operation is typically complete within 3–4 hours. That efficiency slashes field time and labour costs.
The results are detailed, feature-rich as-built CAD drawings that often outperform conventional cadastral or topographic surveys. These outputs are invaluable for planning and development. For instance, an industrial site near water can leverage drone-to-AutoCAD drawings to map drainage infrastructure and build an environmental release management plan with confidence.
Our drone data also delivers exceptional accuracy. On a recent project, the average XYZ error was just 14 mm, ensuring features like manholes, building corners, and drainage outlets are shown within millimetres of their true position.
When precision, efficiency, and smart site planning matter, linework from drone data is the clear choice.
Line work from drone data delivers fast, accurate, and cost-effective drafting. It streamlines workflows, enhances project planning, reduces manual effort, and improves the overall efficiency of civil and site development.
Drone-based Photogrammetric Exports
Drone-based Photogrammetric Exports Deliverables
Linework Deliverables You Can Rely On
With every drone flight operation, we provide a full suite of file exports that integrate seamlessly into engineering and architectural workflows:
Orthomosaic
3D Mesh
.LAS Point Cloud
DTM Classified LAS
DSM
Contours from Classified LAS
Clean Top TIN
This photogrammetric, drone-based data supports planning, measurement, 3D modeling, and more. Our outputs are compatible with leading platforms including Leica Geosystems TruView, QGIS, Agisoft, 3DF Zephyr, Autodesk Recap, Revit, Navisworks, Bentley ContextCapture, Correlator3D, Trimble Inpho, RealityCapture, and Pix4D.
Drone-based Planimetric/AutoCAD Exports
Drone-based Photogrammetric/AutoCAD Exports
Planimetric CAD Exports
Alongside photogrammetry outputs, we also deliver planimetric CAD drawings tailored to client needs. These are especially valuable for as-built documentation, master site planning, or base map layers used by engineers, land developers, and planners. Clients choose the exact feature set required—whether for development drawings or detailed as-builts.
Typical CAD feature sets include: roads, curbs, paint striping, building outlines and elevations, spot elevations, pathways, fences, manholes, storm drains, transformers, light standards, utility infrastructure, ponds, lagoons, hydrants, sidewalks, building labels, GCPs, trees, contour intervals, breaklines, and more.
A standard deliverable includes three AutoCAD .dwg files:
Planimetric features
Breaklines
Planimetric DTM
When needed, we can also provide section drawings to clearly highlight elevation changes across a site.
Who Uses Drone-based Planimetric AutoCAD Data?
Who Uses Planimetric AutoCAD Exports?
Planimetric AutoCAD Exports
Recon Aerial Calgary regularly provides planimetric AutoCAD exports to engineering firms, architects, city planners, GIS specialists, property developers, industrial clients, and more.
The value of integrating drone surveys and topographic base mapping directly into planning workflows is enormous. It delivers fresh perspective, speeds up decision-making, and improves overall project efficiency.
Recent projects include:
CAD line work for a permaculture study
Industrial as-built for a 50-acre facility
Water study for a quarry and related infrastructure
Subdivision development for an engineering firm
Commercial site development line work
Private home development planning
Multi-use development as-built
We’ve also supported mining companies, telecoms, and other industries that recognize the efficiency and accuracy our drone-to-CAD solutions provide.
Drone Mapping and Surveying Services
We pride ourselves on our ability to capture just about any drone shot. We have a lot of experience working with exceptional clients like you. Checkout some of the more common service details for work we shoot regularly.
Principal Drone Services
- Up to 5.1 K drone video footage
- No Limit to Media (Photos or Video)
- Reshoot Free, if needed (but this is never needed)
- High resolution sensors
- Infrared inspection capability
- AI backed reporting
- Mapping specific sensors
- GNSS survey receivers
- Aerial to AutoCAD deliverables
- Site progress shots
- Live streaming 24/7 timelapse
- Mapping, earthworks and site logistics
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