Capture Precision Data from Above

Advanced aerial imaging and mapping backed by certified pilots and proven sensor technology.

FAA part 107 certified

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LiDAR Mapping

High-resolution terrain and elevation data that supports engineering, environmental analysis, and site planning.

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Construction Progress Monitoring

Regular aerial documentation helps project teams track milestones, coordinate schedules, and manage timelines.

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Thermal Inspections

Infrared imaging reveals energy loss, moisture intrusion, and equipment performance issues across large properties.

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Orthomosaic Mapping

Stitched aerial imagery creates georeferenced maps that support accurate measurements and spatial analysis.

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Deliver Accurate Aerial Intelligence Every Flight

Certified pilots and sensor systems working across Columbia

Back Forty Aerial Solutions brings professional drone mapping, LiDAR, inspections, and aerial imaging to construction, engineering, and environmental teams across Columbia and the Southeast. When you're managing complex sites or tracking evolving conditions, you need data that's both accurate and actionable. FAA Part 107 certified pilots operate every mission using advanced drone and sensor platforms designed for precision.


You'll see the difference in how your project documentation unfolds—flights are scheduled around your milestones, data is delivered in formats that integrate with your existing workflows, and every capture reflects the scope and detail you require. Whether you're monitoring a multi-acre development or inspecting infrastructure across difficult terrain, aerial intelligence offers a vantage point that ground-based methods simply can't match. Teams across South Carolina trust this approach to stay informed and responsive.


Back Forty Aerial Solutions operates with a commitment to accuracy, regulatory compliance, and clear delivery timelines. Each mission is flown with purpose, and every dataset is reviewed before it reaches your team. Family-owned and locally operated, this isn't a service built on volume—it's built on reliability and respect for the work you do.


Reach out to discuss your aerial imaging needs in Columbia or across the Southeast at 803-727-5551.

Rely on Certified Pilots for Every Mission

Professional drone services built on accuracy, compliance, and dependable execution.

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How Your Aerial Mission Takes Shape

When you schedule a flight, you're working with pilots who understand what construction, engineering, and environmental professionals need from their data. Every mission starts with a conversation about objectives, site conditions, and deliverable formats. You'll know what equipment is being deployed, what resolution and coverage to expect, and when processed data will be available. That clarity shapes how you plan around the information and integrate it into project documentation.


From pre-flight planning to post-processing, each step is documented and coordinated with your schedule. Pilots arrive with calibrated sensors, verify airspace compliance, and execute the flight plan according to the scope you approved. You're not left wondering what's happening or what comes next—you receive updates, previews when appropriate, and final deliverables in the formats that matter to your workflow.


Here's what working with Back Forty Aerial Solutions looks like:

LiDAR and orthomosaic datasets that integrate directly into CAD, GIS, and project management platforms

Thermal imaging that identifies issues before they escalate, reducing risk and repair costs

Construction progress documentation that gives stakeholders visual proof of milestones and site evolution

Service coverage across Columbia and surrounding communities throughout the Southeast

If you're ready to schedule a mission or explore what aerial data can reveal about your site, connect with the team serving Columbia and beyond.

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Dependable Service Rooted in Local Accountability

Let us be your top choice

is a family-owned operation based in Columbia, serving clients who expect professionalism and consistency on every flight. When you work with certified pilots who live and operate in the same region, you're partnering with someone who understands local conditions, site access challenges, and the importance of showing up prepared. This isn't a faceless service—it's a relationship built on accountability and follow-through.


Every mission reflects a commitment to doing the work right. Pilots don't cut corners on compliance, data quality, or equipment calibration. You're working with someone who knows that your project depends on accurate information delivered when promised, and who treats that responsibility with the seriousness it deserves. That's the foundation of trust in any professional service, and it's what keeps clients coming back across the Southeast.


Call 803-727-5551 to speak with a certified pilot in Columbia and discuss how aerial solutions fit your upcoming project.

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  • Columbia, SC
  • Charleston, SC
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Asheville, NC
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Atlanta, GA
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