South Mole Lighthouse

South Mole Lighthouse Fremantle Drone Scan using Drone Deploy - Image 1
3D model of the Fremantle South Mole lighthouse created using drone images

Drone Structure Scan - Heritage Lighthouse

Drone structure scan of the heritage South Mole Lighthouse in Fremantle, Western Australia using a Mavic Pro and photogrammetry processing with Drone Deploy.

Mission Summary

  • Goal: To create a digital virtual twin of the Fremantle South Mole lighthouse using Mavic Pro and Drone Deploy technologies.
  • Tech: DJI Mavic Pro, Drone Deploy
  • Conditions: Midday, overcast, high wind
  • Outcome: Despite the many challenges; high wind, busy light aircraft corridor, having to land twice because of helipad activity this was a very rewarding drone flight and scan. 
South Mole Lighthouse Fremantle Drone Scan using Drone Deploy - Image 2
Designed by C.Y. O''Connor and built in 1903 

South Mole Lighthouse Fremantle Drone Scan using Drone Deploy - Image 3
A clear view of the old gun defences erected during WWII next to the lighthouse

South Mole Lighthouse Fremantle Drone Scan using Drone Deploy - Image 4
Spot the sign hanging in mid-air. :)
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This has been another 'drone adventure' in aerial surveying, inspection and mapping by The Aero Scout.
Location: Fremantle WA 6160, Australia