about dj drone
DJ Drone brings professional engineering precision to aerial surveying and mapping across Plymouth and Cornwall. Founded by David Justin, a Class 1 Chief Engineer with over 25 years of maritime and mechanical engineering experience, we approach every survey with the technical rigour and safety standards that complex industrial projects demand.
Unlike typical drone operators, our foundation is built on engineering principles. David's background managing the maintenance, refit, and compliance of complex fleets and infrastructure throughout the UK brings a level of diagnostic understanding and operational discipline that sets us apart. When we inspect a structure or survey a site, we're seeing it through the eyes of an engineer, not just a pilot.
Professional Qualifications
David holds the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2CofC) and General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC), authorising operations in both Open and Specific categories under UK CAA regulations. Combined with advanced training in multispectral imaging and data interpretation, DJ Drone delivers accurate agricultural, environmental, and technical analysis that goes beyond standard aerial photography.
With a degree in Business and Management, we understand that great data is only valuable when it's delivered on time, on brief, and in a format you can actually use. Every project benefits from our blend of hands-on technical insight, operational discipline, and client-focused service delivery.
What This Means for Your Project
When you work with DJ Drone, you're getting:
1. Survey-grade data processed by someone who understands structural integrity and mechanical systems
2. Safety-first operations backed by decades of risk assessment experience
3. Technical fault diagnosis and condition monitoring expertise applied to every inspection
4. Regulatory compliance understanding from both engineering and aviation perspectives
5. Project delivery that meets commercial deadlines and professional standards
We specialise in precision mapping, volumetrics, and structural inspection for marine, industrial, construction, and renewable energy sectors. Whether it's a wind turbine blade inspection, quarry volumetric survey, or infrastructure condition assessment, we bring engineering expertise to every flight.
Certifications & Standards
A2 Certificate of Competency (A2CofC)
General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC)
Class 1 Chief Engineer (Unlimited)
Degree in Business and Management
Advanced Multispectral Imaging Training