About Aero Map Drone Solutions

Aero Map Drone Solutions provides professional drone mapping and photogrammetry services for construction, energy, and infrastructure projects across Illinois and the Midwest. Founded by Doug Shipton, AMDS focuses on delivering clear, accurate, and actionable mapping data — from high-resolution orthomosaics and 3D models to DSM/DTM surfaces, contours, and cut-fill analysis.

Our approach combines enterprise-grade drone equipment, GNSS workflows, and professional photogrammetry software to produce results that teams can actually build on — fast turnaround, organized deliverables, and unmatched visual clarity.

Aero Map Drone Solutions specializes in professional aerial mapping, volumetric analysis, and 3D site modeling for Illinois-based construction, engineering, and environmental projects — delivering actionable geospatial data within 48 hours.

DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise | Emlid RS2 & RS3 GNSS | Pix4D Mapper & Pix4D Survey | 3DF Zephyr | Virtual Surveyor

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Certified Drone Pilots with Advanced Skills

We are a Part 107 Licensed, fully licensed, and insured organization. We pride ourselves on delivering with the utmost professionalism, integrity, and efficiency. Choose Aero Map as a partner of your business. We can help empower the decisions you need to make today and going forward.

Our team of certified drone operators is skilled in using advanced drones for aerial mapping services, RTK mapping, and 3D modeling with drones. Specializing in centimeter accuracy mapping utilizing drone data and precise aerial imagery, we ensure your projects are handled safely, accurately, and efficiently. Whether you're in construction, agriculture, real estate, or any other industry that needs high-precision mapping, our pilots have the expertise to meet your needs with the latest drone technology.

Client-Centric, Results-Driven Approach

At Aero Map Drone Solutions, we take pride in our client-focused approach. We offer tailored drone mapping services that support industries such as construction, real estate, land surveying, agriculture, and more. Our team listens to your specific project requirements and delivers high-accuracy drone data, including orthomosaic maps, DSM models, and contour mapping. We are committed to building strong, long-term relationships by consistently providing fast, reliable, and high-quality services.

Tutorials on Drone Mapping

Follow along as we dive deeper into the world of aerial mapping. Hoping to teach others how to utilize Pix4D, 3DF Zephyr, map on their own, and more!

Drone Mapping Workflow

RTK & GCP Workflow

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