AOG
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AIRCRAFT ON GROUND SUPPORT

Drone Inspection / Remote Technical Assessment Aircraft Structural Maintenance

Technical Expertise When Your Aircraft Is Grounded

When an aircraft is grounded due to a technical issue, every stage of the investigation matters.

Drone Visual Inspection (DVI) supports aircraft operators, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organizations, and aviation professionals in detecting, identifying, and documenting visible damage affecting aircraft structures.

By combining automated drone inspections, remote technical assessments, and aircraft structural maintenance expertise, we provide tailored solutions to address the operational challenges of Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations.

Our objective: to support technical investigations, accelerate the delivery of actionable inspection data, and assist your maintenance teams in preparing the necessary steps towards returning your aircraft to service.

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Dedicated AOG Contact: AOG@dronevisualinspection.com

01 — HOW CAN WE SUPPORT YOUR AOG SITUATION ?

Lightning Strike Damage

Detection and documentation of visible evidence of lightning strikes on accessible aircraft surfaces.

Automated drone inspections can help identify and locate lightning attachment marks, coating damage, and other visible abnormalities across the fuselage, wings, vertical stabilizer, and horizontal stabilizers.

These findings help maintenance teams plan and prioritize further investigations in accordance with applicable aircraft maintenance procedures.

Impact and Accidental Damage

Ground handling incidents involving airport equipment, service vehicles, or other obstacles may result in damage to the aircraft structure.

DVI supports the detection and documentation of dents, deformations, impact marks, scratches, and other visible defects, facilitating damage localization and subsequent assessment by qualified maintenance personnel.

Hail Damage, Severe Weather and Exceptional Events

Following a hailstorm or an event potentially affecting external aircraft surfaces, a general or targeted visual inspection can be arranged.

High-resolution photographic acquisition helps document the inspected areas, including elevated or difficult-to-access sections, supporting subsequent maintenance investigations.

Suspected Structural Damage

When an unusual defect or potential structural deterioration is identified, DVI can perform additional photographic inspections or assess existing inspection imagery.

Depending on the agreed inspection scope, this service may cover surface abnormalities, visible deformations, coating damage, and indications of corrosion.

Repair Monitoring and Technical Documentation

During an AOG maintenance event, DVI can also provide photographic documentation before and after repair activities.

This documentation supports visual condition comparisons, maintenance traceability, and technical coordination between the parties involved.

02 — FIVE SOLUTIONS TAILORED TO YOUR AOG REQUIREMENTS

1. Remote AOG Technical Assessment — No On-Site Deployment Required

Already have photographs or aircraft inspection data available ?

Send your inspection imagery to DVI for a priority technical assessment, without necessarily requiring our team to travel to your facility.

Subject to image quality and suitability, our specialists can detect, identify, and locate visible defects before preparing a documented technical report.

This solution is particularly suitable when your own maintenance personnel can acquire the necessary imagery and require additional specialist support.

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2. On-Site Drone Availability — Local Data Acquisition and Remote Assessment

Does your maintenance facility already operate a drone inspection system provided by DVI?

Your appropriately trained and authorized personnel can perform photographic inspections directly at your facility, within the applicable operational conditions.

Inspection data is subsequently transferred to DVI specialists for remote technical assessment.

Particularly suited to MRO organizations with recurring inspection requirements, this operating model reduces the need for systematic on-site deployment of DVI personnel.

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3. Turnkey AOG Drone Inspection — DVI On-Site Deployment

No automated inspection system available at your facility ?

DVI can assess the feasibility of deploying its personnel and drone inspection equipment directly to your aircraft location.

Depending on the identified requirements, the intervention may involve a general visual inspection or a targeted search for visible damage across accessible aircraft surfaces.

The acquired inspection data can subsequently undergo technical assessment, followed by the preparation of a documented inspection report.

Deployment is subject to personnel and equipment availability, aircraft compatibility, and applicable operational conditions.

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4. Aircraft Structural Maintenance Support — Technical Intervention

Does your AOG situation require structural maintenance or repair work ?

In addition to its drone inspection capabilities, DVI provides specialized technical services in aircraft structural maintenance and repair.

Depending on operational requirements and available resources, our technicians can support maintenance teams in carrying out work on aircraft structures and airframe components.

All activities are performed in accordance with applicable approved maintenance data, personnel qualification requirements, and under the responsibility of appropriately authorized maintenance organizations where required by regulations.

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5. Tailored AOG Solutions — Support Adapted to Your Operational Environment

Does your situation require a solution beyond our standard services?

DVI can develop a tailored operational approach combining several areas of expertise, including targeted photographic inspections, remote technical assessments, specialist assistance, coordination with your maintenance facility, and additional technical documentation.

Each request is individually reviewed to determine the available resources, operational responsibilities, technical constraints, and expected deliverables.

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03 — A STRUCTURED APPROACH TO AOG SUPPORT

01 — Request Reception and Initial Assessment

Provide the essential details of your situation, including aircraft type, location, nature of the event, suspected damage, available inspection data, and operational constraints.

02 — Identification of the Most Suitable Solution

We assess your requirements, technical feasibility, available resources, and applicable regulatory or operational limitations to determine an appropriate support solution.

03 — Data Acquisition and Technical Assessment

Depending on the selected service, inspection imagery is acquired either by DVI personnel or by your own teams, then assessed within the agreed scope of work.

04 — Reporting and Technical Support

Documented findings, photographic data, and agreed technical reports are delivered to your teams to support further investigations and the coordination of maintenance activities.

04 — ACTIONABLE INSPECTION DATA FOR YOUR MAINTENANCE TEAMS

Depending on the service provided and the available inspection data, DVI can deliver:

High-resolution photographs of inspected aircraft surfaces.
Identification and localization of visible defects and damage.
Targeted or comprehensive technical assessments within the agreed inspection scope.
Documented technical reports detailing findings and assessment limitations.
Comparative photographic records supporting damage monitoring and repair follow-up.

These deliverables facilitate technical communication between aircraft operators, MRO organizations, engineering departments, aircraft manufacturers, and other stakeholders involved in the maintenance process.

An integrated approach combining visual data acquisition, specialist expertise, and technical traceability to support informed maintenance decisions.

05 — SAFETY AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AT THE CORE OF OUR OPERATIONS

DVI activities are conducted in accordance with applicable operational requirements and regulatory frameworks.

Outdoor drone inspections are subject to the necessary authorizations and the operational restrictions applicable to each airport or aerodrome.

DVI photographic assessments and technical reports provide supplementary technical support. They do not replace inspections required by the aircraft manufacturer, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), or mandatory maintenance procedures.

Damage acceptability assessments, airworthiness determinations, and certification of release to service remain the responsibility of appropriately qualified and authorized personnel and organizations.

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Contact Our AOG Support Team

Are you facing an AOG situation requiring aircraft inspection, priority technical assessment, or structural maintenance support?

Tell us about your situation. Our team will assess the available support options based on your operational constraints, resource availability, and applicable conditions.