Diamond DA62 MPP SurveyStar aerial survey aircraft with belly-mounted sensor pod
mapSurvey Solutions

Aerial Survey & Mapping

Precision geospatial data collection for engineering, environmental, and resource applications. The DA62 MPP provides the stable platform and endurance needed for large-scale survey operations.

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Highest precision combined with efficiency make the SURVEYSTAR a perfect cost-effective mapping aircraft. Thanks to its multi-sensor capability, a wide range of missions can be offered. Whether you use lidar, a large format camera, or a combination of both — with the SURVEYSTAR this is possible.

Mission Applications

  • check_circleMapping / Photogrammetry
  • check_circleAirborne Laser Scanning
  • check_circleAerial Survey

Example Configuration

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Nose
Airborne Laser Scanner
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Belly
Large Format Camera
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Compartment
Flight Management System

Platform Advantages

Built for Survey Operations

The DA62 MPP combines the stability, endurance, and payload capacity required for professional aerial survey work.

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Stable Platform

Low vibration and smooth flight characteristics ensure sensor accuracy and high-quality data capture.

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Dedicated Sensor Hatches

Factory-integrated mounting points with provisions for nose, belly, and wing pod sensor installations.

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Long Endurance

Complete large survey areas in single flights, reducing mobilization costs and increasing productivity.

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Fuel Efficiency

Lower cost per survey mile compared to turbine platforms, making large-scale projects economically viable.

In the Field

Survey Platform Configurations

DA62 MPP Survey Operator Station

Operator Station — Survey Data Collection

DA62 MPP Multi-Platform Survey Operations

Multi-Platform Survey Operations

Applications

Survey Capabilities

From topographic mapping to mineral exploration, the DA62 MPP supports a wide range of aerial survey applications.

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Topographic Mapping

High-precision LiDAR and photogrammetric surveys for terrain modeling, DTM/DSM generation, and geodetic applications.

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  • checkDigital terrain model generation
  • checkOrthophoto production
  • checkVolumetric calculations
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Infrastructure Inspection

Systematic corridor surveys for pipelines, powerlines, railways, and other linear infrastructure assets.

  • checkPipeline patrol and leak detection
  • checkPowerline vegetation encroachment
  • checkRailway track inspection
  • checkTelecommunications tower surveys
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Mineral Exploration

Airborne geophysical surveys for mineral exploration, including magnetic, gravity, and electromagnetic methods.

  • checkMagnetic surveys
  • checkGravity gradiometry
  • checkElectromagnetic surveys
  • checkRadiometric mapping
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Corridor Mapping

Transportation route planning and right-of-way surveys for highways, railways, and utility corridors.

  • checkHighway design surveys
  • checkRailway alignment studies
  • checkUtility ROW mapping
  • checkEnvironmental impact corridors
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Environmental Monitoring

Vegetation analysis, coastal erosion studies, water quality assessment, and ecological habitat mapping.

  • checkVegetation health analysis
  • checkCoastal erosion monitoring
  • checkWetland delineation
  • checkWildlife habitat assessment

SurveyStar Performance

Mission Profiles

Three optimized configurations balancing resolution, coverage, and efficiency for different survey requirements.

High Resolution

  • checkCity & architecture modeling
  • checkPower lines & corridor mapping
  • checkPrecision monitoring programs
Speed117 KTAS / 60 m/s
Altitude2,000 ft / 610 m
GSD2.5 to 4.5 cm
Point Density20 pts/m² and higher
Fuel Flow9.0 USGal/h @ 45% power
Survey Time8.1 hours
Line Length1,760 km / 950 NM

Standard Resolution

  • checkCadastral mapping
  • checkAgricultural & forestry mapping
  • checkSmall & medium area programs
Speed146 KTAS / 75 m/s
Altitude8,000 ft / 2,438 m
GSD4.5 to 7.5 cm
Point Density10 to 20 pts/m²
Fuel Flow11.8 USGal/h @ 60% power
Survey Time6.2 hours
Line Length1,681 km / 908 NM

Large Areas

  • checkWide-area mapping & content programs
  • checkRemote area data collection
  • checkRegional spatial data infrastructure
Speed162 KTAS / 83 m/s
Altitude10,000 ft / 3,048 m
GSD7.5 to 12.5 cm
Point Density1 to 10 pts/m²
Fuel Flow14.8 USGal/h @ 75% power
Survey Time5.0 hours
Line Length1,488 km / 803 NM

Sensor Integration

Compatible Sensors & Mounts

The SurveyStar platform supports a wide range of industry-leading sensors from major manufacturers.

ManufacturerSensorMount
LeicaCountryMapperLeica PAV 200
LeicaCityMapper-2Leica PAV 200
LeicaDMC-4 / DMC-3Leica PAV 200 / 100
LeicaTerrainMapper-3Leica PAV 200
RieglVQ-1560 II-SSomag GSM 4000 / 5000
RieglVQ-1460Somag GSM 4000 / 5000
RieglVQ-1260Somag GSM 4000 / 5000
RieglVQ-860-GShock-Mounted
RieglVQ-780 II-SShock-Mounted
VexcelUltraCam MerlinSomag GSM 4000 / 5000
VexcelUltraCam EagleSomag GSM 4000 / 5000
VexcelUltraCam OspreySomag GSM 4000 / 5000
VexcelUltraCam DragonSomag GSM 4000 / 5000
PhaseOnePAS880Somag GSM 4000 / 5000
PhaseOnePAS280Somag GSM 4000 / 5000
IGIDigi-CAMSomag GSM 4000 / 5000

The Platform

Diamond DA62 MPP

10+ hrs
Max Endurance
1,140 nm
Max Range
20,000 ft
Service Ceiling

Discuss Your Survey Requirements

Tell us about your survey needs and we'll show you how the DA62 MPP can enhance your aerial data collection capability.