ArcGIS SiteScan Support for Parrot ANAFI AI drone

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02-01-2023 10:14 AM
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JoeBryant1
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Now that DJI is on the US Department of Defense blacklist, we cannot use their drones. While the Astro Freefly is an excellent drone, it is out of the price range for most teams getting starting who were previously considering a DJI product. Please add support for more "pro-sumer" level drones in ArcGIS Site Scan. One such drone that seems capable and affordable is the Parrot ANAFI AI, although I am open to other makes and models that get the job done.

We don't require a fully USA manufactured drone or a model on the BLUE UAS list. We are a private AEC consulting firm that gives many of our utility clients cybersecurity support, and have decided that using drones that have been flagged as a cybersecurity risk is a non-option.

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BenjaminMittler

This seems to be a major issue. There are a ton of government entities right now looking for a solution for preplanned flight. Would be great if Sitescan would support a few other drones besides DJI. 

AndrewLake

Same here. Would like to see Autel drones compatible. 

NicoBonnafoux

@AndrewLake if you'd like suggest support for an Autel drone, please create a new idea for each specific model.