Photogrammetry uses overlapping imagery to reconstruct the geometry of a site and build products such as orthophotos, point clouds, and surfaces. Aerotas treats it as the default capture method for many projects because it is cost-effective, highly capable on open sites, and easier to scale than lidar in day-to-day production.
Where it is strongest
Photogrammetry is especially strong on hardscape, grading, pavement, and other areas where the ground is visible from above. It also performs well when the customer needs rich visual context alongside the geometry.
Why it still takes expertise
The hard part is not taking the photos. The hard part is planning the mission, controlling the positioning, processing the data cleanly, and knowing how to detect subtle failures before they reach the customer. That is why Aerotas treats photogrammetry as a production discipline, not just a software output.