Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Services, is a division of the Administrative Department, and is under the direct authority of the Town Manager / Assistant Town Manager. 

The division was launched in March of 2021, and serves the Town by providing aerial photography and video captured  through the use of multiple Unmanned Aerial Systems, commonly referred to as "drones." 

UAS assists multiple Town departments, including Public Works, Recreation, Public Utilities, Police, and Fire. 

The division employs one full-time drone pilot, who is appropriately certified and credentialed, meeting or exceeding all FAA and North Carolina regulations. 

Current services provided include:

• Search & Rescue Operations

• Police Operations Support

• Infrastructure Inspections

• Infrastructure Project Monitoring

• Pre & Post-Storm Inspection  

• Beach Ordinance Enforcement

• Beach Safety Observation

• ... and MORE!

The drone pilot maintains a FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification, NCDOT Drone Operators Permit, and completed FAA Recurrent Training.

For all questions or concerns regarding UAS Systems for the Town of Oak Island, or the services they provide, contact the Oak Island Communications Office at 910-201-8067, or use the contact form on the CONTACT US page of this website.

VIDEOS

Use the playlist below to view the most recent videos captured by the UAS Services Division for the Town of Oak Island. 

PHOTOS

Below is a collection of some of the recent photos captured by the UAS Services Division for the Town of Oak Island.