High-Precision Aerial LiDAR: Cover More Ground, Faster

KCSI’s aircraft-based LiDAR flights offer rapid deployment, comprehensive coverage, and reliable data collection.

Why Choose KCSI for LiDAR?

At KCSI, we specialize in providing reliable, high-precision aerial LiDAR flights to support project decision-making. Our experienced pilots and state-of-the-art sensors ensure every mission is executed safely and efficiently, delivering the data you need to drive your projects forward.

Unlike drones, our aircraft cover significantly larger areas in a single flight, making them ideal for expansive infrastructure projects, corridor mapping, geohazard analysis, site assessments, and environmental monitoring. This efficiency reduces operational time and costs, allowing you to gather critical insights quickly.

LiDAR missions are completed on time, focusing on data quality, precision, and safety. We are your trusted partner for aerial LiDAR acquisition and processing, helping you focus on what matters most—actionable insights driven by accurate data.

RIEGL LiDAR Scanner and RGB sensor for high point density, dual collection

RIEGL sensor paired to our manned aircraft, accomplishes very high point density, single pass corridor missions and medium sized projects that lie beyond the capabilities of drone-based LiDAR, yet are also inefficient for traditional manned LiDAR platforms. KCSI is filling the niche between the capabilities of drones and traditional large format, large aircraft LiDAR systems.

Insightful derivative products and change detection

Ground Control, Calibration, Classification, Feature Extraction and Analysis provide insights throughout an organization and value in multiple use cases. When acquiring multiple datasets over the same area, LiDAR becomes a powerful tool for change detection.

Single acquisition, many use cases

LiDAR data provides actionable insights to many industries including oil and gas, architecture, engineering and construction firms, electrical utility companies, renewable energy project development, mining, land use and planning, and anyone concerned with ground movement and geohazards.

Prompt deployment & data processing

KCSI targets weeks from project proposal to acquisition, getting data to our customers quickly to keep projects on schedule.

KCSI Delivers Comprehensive LiDAR Solutions Across the Following Fields:

Engineering

Accurate elevation models for design & planning
Efficient 3D modeling for topography, cut and fill, and large infrastructure projects

Oil & Gas

Pipeline right-of-way management and geohazard monitoring with detailed surface scans

Electrical Utilities

Pole and Wire of transmission and distribution systems
Vegetation management
Efficient, high–point density, linear acquisition at a fraction of the cost of helicopters

Land Use and Planning

Accurately assess land features, identify development areas, design infrastructure, and make informed decisions regarding land use zoning and development

Renewable Energy

Assessing solar and wind farm placement with detailed topography, cut and fill, and vegetation data

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FAQ: Understanding LiDAR Technology

What is LiDAR technology used for in construction?

LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology is widely used in construction and engineering for tasks such as creating detailed topographical maps, site planning, and monitoring ground movement. It provides precise elevation data and 3D imaging, enabling accurate project planning, risk assessment, and progress tracking. LiDAR laser point returns can be accurately classified to differentiate between bare earth, vegetation, structures, power poles, and wires.

How can LiDAR imaging improve geohazard analysis?

LiDAR imaging enhances geohazard analysis by providing high-resolution data to detect potential risks like landslides, ground subsidence, and erosion. Its ability to repeatedly measure subtle changes in terrain and identify areas of concern helps mitigate risks and ensure safety in infrastructure development and maintenance.

How can LiDAR imaging improve geohazard analysis?

What makes KCSI’s LiDAR services stand out?

KCSI leverages a cutting-edge RIEGL LiDAR scanner paired with a high-resolution visible camera for dual acquisition from a single flight over an area of interest. These sensors, deployed on KCSI’s manned aircraft, allow for efficient acquisition over regions that are beyond the capabilities of drones up to +/- 200 square miles. Based on project needs, KCSI can also provide drones, helicopters, and large-area LiDAR acquisition. KCSI’s LiDAR and imagery data is highly accurate and precise – commonly with LiDAR density of 40-50 points per square meter and 2-inch pixel resolution. Our aerial data and experienced planning, acquisition, and processing teams deliver precise, actionable insights tailored to your project needs.