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About Us
Our Equipment
Currently our pilots are using proven and high quality technology from DJI. The venerable Mavic 2 Pro with its Hassleblad 4K video and photo are now the standards in their field. The Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual with photo quality camera and a separate "Integrated Radiometric FLIR® Thermal Sensor" is a multi-use platform. More information about these aircraft can be found on the DJI websites at:
Our Team
Owner Steve Anthony has been flying multiple aircraft since 1982 when attending Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. After graduation and becoming a law enforcement officer both passions came to fruition as he joined the NC Marine Patrol (NCMP) as an enforcement pilot. A few years later he was promoted to Chief Pilot. During his time at the NCMP he had the opportunity to pilot numerous aircraft. These included helicopters and various, multi and single-engine land and sea aircraft. Many hours flying day and night missions were spent in coordination with officers along the entire east coast of North Carolina. While there he was honored to serve the State by being liaison to North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) and a member of the Special Emergency Response Team (SERT). Steve has recently retired from the NCMP after nearly 30 years of service in law enforcement. He and all pilots hold FAA Part 107 Certification and NC DOT Commercial and Government Permits.
Contract Pilot and Geographic Information Science (GIS) specialist Mike Griffin has been a FAA part 61 manned aircraft pilot since 2002. Mike holds undergraduate degrees in computer engineering, electronics engineering, and physical geography. In addition to the undergraduate degrees, Mike also holds a masters in geography with a concentration in hydroclimatology and GIS, from East Carolina University. Mike specializes in all facets of UAS operation and processing, from flights, to processing and orthomosiac creation, to analysis. Mike’s work has been published in numerous peer reviewed journal articles.
Contract Pilot and current State Law Enforcement Officer Mark Daniels comes to you with over 5000 hours of manned flight experience. Mark is an alumni of East Carolina University and Flight Safety Academy in Vero Beach, FL. Mark has performed numerous drone missions for real estate agents in Craven and Pamlico Counties. He has also flown many manned flights for NC Emergency Management during recent hurricanes and has a passion for all aspects of flight and a skilled Flight Instructor.
Regardless of your needs, Crystal Coast Drone Services is here to help!
Why Us?
As a new start up, we are glad to offer any aerial needs - be them for real estate or "just for you"! We also realize there is a need for drone services that aren't just for photo /videography. So many other uses for these aircraft exist that are still being realized. Commercial and Industrial applications are expanding. We have the capability and experience for maritime or coastal needs such as water clarity / bottom surveys. Thermal imaging with its ability to give a different perspective and heat losses, or other special needs. Inspections and various other requirements for homeowners, contractors, attorneys or insurance companies can be completed. Orthomosaics and volumetrics can also be requested.
Also in the need of a Real Estate Agent?
Steve Anthony is also a fully licensed real estate agent and REALTOR. He is proud to be part of the team with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage. For more information see this ad:
Pricing
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Law Enforcement / Search and Rescue
With many years of law enforcement and emergency operations experience our team is uniquely equipped to serve as a force multiplyer for your needs.
Portfolio
Roof inspection, visible
Roof inspection, thermal.
Roof inspection, visible.
Roof inspection, thermal.
Tree service.
