General Services

Q: What services does True North Aerial offer?
A: We provide a full range of professional drone solutions, including agricultural spraying, thermal imaging, multispectral field analysis, mapping and surveying, real estate imaging, public safety support, search and rescue, and drone training consultations. Our technology delivers precision, efficiency, and safety across multiple industries.

Q: Are you licensed to operate drones commercially?
A: Yes. We are FAA Part 107 certified and insured for commercial operations, ensuring every mission is conducted legally, safely, and to industry standards.

Q: What areas do you serve?
A: We are based in Lewiston, Idaho, and primarily serve the surrounding regions in Idaho, Washington, and Oregon. For larger contracts or specialized projects, we can travel nationwide.

Q: How far in advance should I book a service?
A: Agricultural spraying should be booked as early as possible during planting or pest control seasons to ensure optimal timing. Other services can often be scheduled within 1–2 weeks, depending on our availability.

Agricultural Drone Spraying & Field Analysis

Q: How accurate is agricultural drone spraying compared to traditional methods?
A: Our drones deliver precision spraying that targets only the necessary areas of your field. This prevents overspray, reduces chemical waste, saves money, and ensures a more even application than many ground-based systems.

Q: What crops can benefit from drone spraying?
A: Nearly all crops—including wheat, corn, alfalfa, orchards, vineyards, and specialty produce—can benefit from precision aerial applications.

Q: Can your drones spray on hilly or uneven terrain?
A: Yes. Our drones use advanced sensors and GPS mapping to maintain altitude and spray accuracy, even on sloped or irregular terrain.

Q: What is multispectral analysis, and why should I use it?
A: Multispectral imaging captures data the human eye can’t see, revealing crop stress, water distribution issues, and nutrient deficiencies before they’re visible. This allows you to take early action to improve yield and plant health.

Thermal Imaging & Search Operations

Q: How can thermal imaging be used in agriculture?
A: Thermal cameras detect temperature differences across your crops, helping identify irrigation issues, disease hotspots, and stressed plants quickly and accurately.

Q: Do you work with public safety agencies?
A: Yes. We assist law enforcement, fire departments, and search and rescue teams with aerial overwatch, crime scene mapping, wildfire monitoring, and locating missing persons. Our technology can track people, vehicles, and boats in real time without putting responders in harm’s way.

Q: Can your drones operate at night?
A: Yes. Our thermal and low-light sensors allow us to operate safely and effectively in low-visibility or nighttime conditions.

Mapping, Surveying & Inspections

Q: What industries can benefit from drone mapping?
A: Agriculture, construction, forestry, mining, environmental conservation, real estate, and infrastructure management all benefit from accurate drone-based mapping and inspections.

Q: How accurate is drone mapping?
A: Our mapping can achieve sub-inch accuracy depending on the project requirements, making it ideal for detailed planning, measurements, and documentation.

Q: Can you create 3D models from drone images?
A: Yes. We can stitch drone images into high-resolution 2D maps or interactive 3D models for land planning, property development, or structural assessments.

Real Estate Imaging

Q: Why use drones for real estate photos and videos?
A: Drone imagery provides stunning aerial views that showcase a property’s size, layout, and surroundings. It helps potential buyers visualize the property better, increasing interest and market value.

Q: Do you also capture interior footage?
A: While our specialty is aerial imagery, we can coordinate with real estate photographers to create seamless interior and exterior promotional packages.

Training & Consultation

Q: Do you offer drone training?
A: Yes. We provide training consultations for individuals, businesses, and agencies looking to operate drones safely and effectively. This includes equipment setup, FAA compliance, and practical flight skills.

Q: Can you help my company integrate drones into our operations?
A: Absolutely. We can advise on the right equipment, safety protocols, and workflows to add drones into your existing operations for better efficiency and cost savings.

Pricing & Scheduling

Q: How much do your services cost?
A: Pricing depends on the service, location, and project size. Agricultural spraying is typically charged per acre, mapping per acre or per project, and inspections based on time and complexity. Contact us for a customized quote.

Q: Do you offer package deals?
A: Yes. We can create bundled service packages for farms, real estate agents, or agencies that require regular drone operations.

Q: Is there a minimum charge for a job?
A: Yes. Smaller jobs are subject to a minimum service fee to cover travel, setup, and operation costs.