Case Study: MassDOT modernizes bridge and infrastructure inspections with Skydio drones

MassDOT modernizes bridge inspections with Skydio in 2018 and scales to 30 licensed pilots

MassDOT sought to modernize its infrastructure oversight and improve the safety and efficiency of inspecting critical assets like bridges, roads, and runways. To address this challenge, the agency partnered with Skydio and implemented its drone technology, including high-resolution and thermal drones.

The solution from Skydio enabled inspectors to capture detailed imagery by flying close to assets, significantly reducing risk to personnel. Since launching the program in 2018, MassDOT has seen demand for its services surge, citing major increases in efficiency and safety. The agency now operates with over 30 licensed pilots and is successfully scaling this modern approach to managing the Commonwealth's aging infrastructure.

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