Case Study: NS Stations achieves safer, downtime-free train station roof inspections with Flyability's Elios 3

NS Stations saves weeks of downtime with Flyability's Elios 3 for train station roof inspections

NS Stations, the operator of train stations in the Netherlands, faced a significant challenge inspecting the metal roof beams of a century-old station. Safe access for personnel was impossible without scaffolding, a process that would have required shutting down three train lines and planning 13 weeks in advance, severely disrupting rail traffic. To avoid this, they partnered with Flyability and its partner Vortex to utilize the Elios 3 drone for a contactless inspection.

Flyability's solution involved using the Elios 3 drone equipped with LiDAR to fly pre-planned routes at night, capturing detailed data on the roof's structure without disrupting train operations. This approach completely eliminated the need for train downtime and scaffolding, saving weeks of work and millions of Euros in potential renovation costs. The data collected provided unprecedented situational awareness, allowing NS Stations to perform targeted maintenance only where needed and ensuring the safety of both staff and passengers.

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