Drone Services Brisbane
Professional drone inspections, surveys, and mapping from our Brisbane headquarters. Servicing South East Queensland and beyond.
Brisbane-Based, Australia-Wide
National Drones is headquartered in Mansfield, Brisbane — giving us rapid access to projects across South East Queensland and Australia.
38
Devlan St, Mansfield QLD 4122
Our headquarters
10+
Years of operations
Across every state and territory
25,000+
Assets inspected
Including our landmark power pole program
Our Brisbane Drone Services
Full-service drone operations for commercial and government clients across South East Queensland.
Surveying & Mapping
High-accuracy aerial surveys, orthomosaic maps, and 3D terrain models for Brisbane construction, development, and mining projects.
Inspections
Visual and close-range drone inspections for roofs, bridges, towers, and infrastructure across Brisbane and South East Queensland.
Thermal Inspections
Thermal imaging to detect electrical faults, moisture ingress, insulation failures, and solar panel defects in Brisbane properties and infrastructure.
LiDAR Surveys
Centimetre-accurate 3D terrain data through vegetation — ideal for Queensland corridor surveys, forestry, and earthworks.
Drone Spraying
Precision agricultural spraying with reduced chemical drift for farms and properties across South East Queensland.
Industries
Purpose-built drone programs for mining, construction, energy, and government across Queensland.
Local Knowledge, National Reach
Being based in Brisbane means we understand the local operating environment — controlled airspace around Brisbane Airport, council requirements, weather patterns, and the industries that drive South East Queensland.
- ✓CASA-licensed with controlled airspace approvals for Brisbane
- ✓Rapid deployment across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Toowoomba
- ✓Experience with Queensland mining, construction, and government sectors
- ✓Drone training courses run from our Brisbane training facility
Areas We Service
Queensland Case Studies
See how we have delivered for clients across Queensland and Australia.
Mining & Resource Exploration
QEM Limited
National Drones partnered with Silvertone and QEM to conduct an extensive BVLOS aerial survey spanning 250 square kilometres, creating detailed orthomosaic and digital elevation models.
Water & Wastewater
Gippsland Water
National Drones partnered with Gippsland Water to reduce maintenance inspection times and gain greater insights into asset condition via aerial survey, thermal imaging, and NDVI analysis.
Mining
BHP
National Drones conducted a BVLOS aerial survey of BHP's 180km² Olympic Dam mine site in South Australia, one of the largest ever covered by survey drone in Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What drone services does National Drones offer in Brisbane?
- We offer the full range of commercial drone services from our Brisbane headquarters including aerial surveying and mapping, drone inspections (visual, thermal, and LiDAR), solar panel inspections, powerline inspections, roof inspections, drone spraying, and 3D modelling. We service Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, and all of South East Queensland.
- How much do drone services cost in Brisbane?
- Drone service costs in Brisbane vary by type. Residential roof inspections start from $300, commercial inspections from $800, aerial surveys from $2,000, and thermal inspections from $500. We provide tailored quotes based on your specific requirements — contact us for a detailed estimate.
- Do you operate in controlled airspace around Brisbane Airport?
- Yes. National Drones holds the CASA certifications required to operate in controlled airspace. We regularly conduct drone operations in Brisbane's controlled airspace zones, coordinating with air traffic control as required. Our team handles all airspace approvals as part of the project.
- How quickly can you schedule a drone service in Brisbane?
- For standard services in the Brisbane metropolitan area, we can typically schedule within 3-5 business days. Urgent inspections — such as post-storm roof assessments or insurance claims — can often be arranged within 24-48 hours. Contact us to discuss your timeline.
- What industries do you serve in Brisbane?
- We serve a wide range of industries across Brisbane and Queensland including mining, construction, energy and utilities, government, education, property management, agriculture, and telecommunications. Our team has delivered projects for BHP, Aurecon, NSW Department of Education, Gippsland Water, and many more.
Ready to See What Drones Can Do?
Tell us about your project and we'll send you a tailored proposal — most quotes are turned around within 24 hours.