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High‑Precision Drone Data for Builders Who Can’t Afford to Guess
At Blue Nose Aerial Imaging of Chattanooga we provide more than visuals.
We deliver accurate aerial intelligence that lets Tennessee’s top contractors monitor progress, verify work and resolve disputes without stepping on site.
Construction in the Chattanooga area has grown rapidly, with the population rising from around 350,000 in 2001 to 437,000 in 2024 earthobservatory.nasa.gov. Large auto plants, new neighborhoods and industrial facilities have emerged along Interstate 75 and beyond earthobservatory.nasa.gov.
Teams working these sites face tight schedules, slim margins and rising documentation demands. Too many UAV providers just send pretty pictures. We send proof.
The Problem We Solve
- Tight schedules and slim margins leave little room for errors
- Site teams need frequent updates and they can’t waste hours walking huge projects
- Owners and executives demand clear visuals and third‑party proof
- Teams struggle to keep the office, the trailer and the field on the same page, which leads to miscommunication and rework
- Cheap drone operators send raw data that’s unusable by field teams
- Safety and quality issues hide until it’s too late
- Stakeholders worry about privacy, data security and liability
We close that gap. Our deliverables are built to inform action, reduce rework, improve communication and drive accountability.
Meet Billy Merop
- Founder and chief operator of Blue Nose Aerial Imaging of Chattanooga
- Decade of experience as a construction superintendent and health & safety manager on multimillion‑dollar projects
- FAA Part 107 licensed pilot
- CHST certified and OSHA trained
- Level 1 thermographer
- Military veteran with a disciplined approach and a builder’s mindset
Billy knows what it’s like to wait on updates and rely on guesswork. He founded Blue Nose Chatt to give project teams the data they need to make confident decisions.
When he isn’t flying, you’ll find him at Chamber events or knocking on trailer doors to talk with superintendents.
Our work follows a simple four‑step process
This repeatable approach means you know exactly what to expect from us every time.
L
Listen
We sit down and understand your goals, timeline and deliverable needs.
P
Plan
We plan the mission, secure airspace if needed and schedule the flight.
F
Fly
We capture high‑precision data using RTK‑equipped drones and follow strict safety protocols.
D
Deliver
We process, annotate and format the data so you can plug it into your workflows.
Built for Chattanooga
We live and work in Hamilton and Bradley counties.
That means faster turnaround times, local field knowledge and seamless compliance with regional regulations.
With growth in manufacturing and development nearly doubling durable goods jobs since 2010 earthobservatory.nasa.gov, the region isn’t slowing down. You need a partner who can move at the pace of your project.
Certifications & Compliance
FAA Part 107 Drone Operator
Certificate of Insurance on file for every job
CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
OSHA Training (OSHA 30, RF Awareness, Fall Protection)
Level 1 Thermography
We follow strict privacy and data security protocols and obtain any required airspace waivers before every flight.
Let’s Put Eyes on Your Next Jobsite
Looking for a Tennessee drone company that delivers visuals you can rely on?