Quantum Flight Pack

You know Quantum Land Design is the trusted expert in 3D machine control modeling for the earth moving industry.  Now you have the opportunity to leverage our experience with your drone data through Quantum's Flight Pack. 

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Quantum's Flight Pack is a simple, easy to use drone system any contractor can operate.  We offer a standard or PPK drone system depending on your needs.    

 

Instead of specialized (read…expensive) drones and ground control targets you utilize the GPS system you already own to measure ground control.  Your data will match your machine control model and project plans every time.  

 

Here is how it works:

 

1. Use your GPS rover to place a few ground control targets on the site.

2. Fly your drone over the project with automated flight software.

3. Load your photos and control data to our cloud.

4. Quantum processes the drone data and runs the volume calcs for you. OR, we can provide you with a 3D surface and contours you can use in your takeoff software (like Carlson Takeoff, AgTek, Trimble Business Center, InSite, AutoDesk, Bentley, etc…).

 

That is all there is to it.  No new software or web portals to learn.  Just real time data you can use in your current workflow.  You pay per job without big monthly or annual fees.  Click here for more detail regarding our keep-it-simple methodology. 

 

We bill per project and can quote regular jobs.  You always know what the cost is upfront and, again, we do not bill you regardless of whether or not you send us drone data.

 

For pricing and to learn more click here and tell us a little about yourself.  We will call you to discuss how drone data can help you make better decisions and make more money.

This is the the drone solution we recommend to most of our contractors.  It includes the DJI Mavic 3E, RC Pro remote with built in screen, three drone batteries, contractor grade case, 8 ground control targets, one year of DJI Enterprise Care and all of the little things you need to be successful right out of the box.  The remote and drone are full updated and test flown.  We even process a data-set from each kit to verify it is 100% ready to go. 

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The RC Pro remote has DJI Pilot 2 software installed.  Pilot 2 is free, easy to use and has all the features you need to fly your construction sites.  Check out this YouTube video to learn how to plan a fully automated flight in Ground Station Pro (it's similar to Pilot 2).  After you have planned a few it only takes a couple minutes to set up a new flight plan.  

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With both of our drone kits, you will use your GPS rover to measure ground control and check shots.  All we need to generate your 3D surface are the drone photos and control data.  By measuring control with the GPS rover you already have set up for machine control we can be certain that your drone data will match up with your takeoff, machine control model and any GPS topo work you have done. 

This is the the drone solution we recommend to our power users.  It includes the DJI Mavic 3E, RC Pro remote with built in screen, PPK GPS antenna, three drone batteries, contractor grade case, 8 ground control targets, one year of DJI Enterprise Care and all of the little things you need to be successful right out of the box  The PPK kits are fully updated and test flown.  We even process a data-set from each unit to verify it is 100% up to spec.

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What is the difference between the Standard and PPK system?  The PPK data is post processed by Quantum to improve the accuracy of the photo GPS locations (PPK = Post Processing Kinematic).  More accurate photo locations can improve the accuracy of your drone data as you get further away from your GCP's.  

 

Either way has it's pros and cons but your final 3D surface data will be accurate with either system.  Due to the more accurate photo GPS locations, the PPK system does give you a little more flexibility in the placement of ground control targets.  PPK is nice to have when flying larger projects, too.   We use your ground control to work out any minor errors in the PPK process and perfect alignment to your GPS machine control data.  We can help you decide if the Standard or PPK system is best for your application.  Keep in mind, if you started with the standard system you can always add the PPK antenna later.  ​

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With this kit you still use your GPS rover to measure ground control points (GCP's) and check shots.  The big selling point of the PPK unit is that you may not need as many ground control points or check shots.  You can space GCP's further apart and reduce the number of check shots, too.  If you are flying frequently or on projects with difficult ground access this can be a significant time saver.  Keep in mind that the ONLY way we can be certain your drone data will line up with your machine control and GPS topo data is with ground control and check shots. 

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Just like the standard kit, all we need to generate your 3D surface are the drone photos and control data.  

You will need an FAA Part 107 drone pilot certificate to fly for your business.  It's a written test only.  Here are four great resources to study before the test:​

• The ASA Remote Pilot Test Prep Book (this is included in your Quantum Flight Pack)

• Tony and Chelsea Northrup's YouTube video.  Everyone recommends this video.  It's the only study guide many people use.  

• The FAA Become a Drone Pilot Site 

  • Follow the first-time pilot instructions, unless you already have a pilots certificate.

  • This link will take you to the Official FAA Part 107 study materials.

• xyHt Magazine "How to Get a Drone License".  This article will answer most of your questions, even some you did not know you had.   

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Studying and passing the FAA test might seem overwhelming or time consuming, but it's not that difficult.  Most of our contractor clients study over a one or two week period, take the test and pass it on the first try.  We have not had one contractor fail to obtain their Part 107 certificate.