{"product_id":"chcnav-alphaair-15-lidar-system-with-c5-camera","title":"CHCNAV AlphaAir 15 LiDAR System with C5 Camera","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CIONpSc7iHU?si=8L02DWwsFbo0bOKZ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCHCNAV AlphaAir 15: Airborne LiDAR with full-frame imagery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-AlphaAir-15\"\u003eCHCNAV AlphaAir 15 (AA15)\u003c\/a\u003e combines aerial laser scanning with a dedicated camera package for surveyors who need terrain data and detailed imagery from the same project. This configuration includes the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-C5\"\u003e45 MP full-frame C5 camera\u003c\/a\u003e with a 21 mm lens. It is a strong candidate for firms doing repeat corridor surveys, infrastructure mapping and larger topographic projects where both the point cloud and photographic record matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a survey crew, the decision starts with the deliverable. Bare-earth surfaces require usable ground observations and careful classification. Utility and transportation projects need sufficient sampling of narrow features and changes in elevation. The AA15 offers a high acquisition rate and multiple returns to support those tasks, while the C5 adds imagery for interpreting features and colorizing compatible point clouds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere the AA15 fits your surveying work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopographic and land-development surveys:\u003c\/strong\u003e collect broad site coverage for surface preparation, breakline interpretation and downstream contour generation. Plan independent checkpoints to assess the finished surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad, rail and utility corridors:\u003c\/strong\u003e use repeated flight lines to document terrain and visible infrastructure along a route. Set speed, overlap and scan settings around the smallest feature your deliverable must resolve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetated sites:\u003c\/strong\u003e multiple returns can record canopy and lower surfaces where pulses reach them. Ground visibility still depends on vegetation, season and collection geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban and infrastructure documentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e combine laser geometry and full-frame imagery when visual context helps the office team distinguish structures and site features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eAA15 system and included camera\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum pulse rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2,000,000 pulses\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLaser field of view\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 16 per pulse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eScan speed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 600 lines\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eImaging in this package\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 MP full-frame C5 camera; 21 mm lens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnvironmental protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackage MPN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8005010114\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are manufacturer specifications, not a guarantee of final survey accuracy. Pulse rate, range, flight height, speed, target reflectivity, positioning quality and control all influence the result. Choose acquisition settings from the required ground sampling and deliverable tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAA15 vs. other CHCNAV LiDAR options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eA practical selection guide\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSystem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhy choose it\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMain buying consideration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-AlphaAir-450\"\u003eAlphaAir 450\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower-cost entry into aerial LiDAR with integrated 26 MP imaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest evaluated against your required coverage, vegetation and project detail.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-alphaair-6\"\u003eAlphaAir 6\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight integrated LiDAR and imaging for routine aerial survey work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompare payload weight and camera format with the AA15\/C5 configuration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAlphaAir 15 with C5\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated aerial survey package with a full-frame 45 MP camera\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA good shortlist when imagery quality and repeat production work justify this configuration.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-AlphaUni-20\"\u003eAlphaUni 20\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA system that can move between airborne and vehicle mapping configurations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsider AU20 when road-level capture is an actual service requirement.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAA15 LiDAR unit, P\/N S20415021600004001.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC5 camera with 21 mm lens, P\/N S39905000024202001.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransport container, USB 3.0 to Type-C adapter cable, SD\/TF card reader and 32 GB USB drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens-cleaning blower and user manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAircraft, flight batteries and processing licenses are selected separately. Review the \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/chcnav-x500-professional-mapping-drone-lidar-packages\"\u003eCHCNAV X500 mapping drone\u003c\/a\u003e packages for a complete flight setup. Confirm the payload interface, total installed weight and camera integration for the aircraft you intend to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom flight data to finished survey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-CoPre\"\u003eCHCNAV CoPre\u003c\/a\u003e handles supported raw-data and trajectory processing; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geospatial.chcnav.com\/products\/chcnav-CoProcess\"\u003eCoProcess\u003c\/a\u003e provides downstream point-cloud tools. Select Professional when the Terrain module is required. Add an appropriate modeling license if the contract calls for textured 3D models as well as survey data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbsolute Accuracy support and training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk with Absolute Accuracy about your terrain, vegetation, expected daily coverage and final CAD or surface deliverables. We can help you evaluate the payload configuration and discuss training for mission planning, control, processing and quality review. Ask for a scope that matches your crew’s experience and the software you already use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHCNAV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43040419741776,"sku":"8005010114","price":79999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/6185\/2752\/files\/CHCNAVAlphaAir15LiDARSystem.jpg?v=1792539296","url":"https:\/\/aaisurvey.com\/es\/products\/chcnav-alphaair-15-lidar-system-with-c5-camera","provider":"Absolute Accuracy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}