Aerial Imaging Services in Beaverton, OR
Beaverton is home to Nike World Headquarters and a major Portland west metro hub, with the Nike WHQ campus expansion, downtown Beaverton Central revitalization, South Cooper Mountain residential development, and over 90 parks managed by THPRD driving diverse construction activity.
Beaverton (Oregon) is part of the Portland and has a population of approximately 98,000. Beaverton is a city of approximately 98,000 residents in Washington County, part of the Portland metro area and home to Nike World Headquarters. The city sits in the Tualatin Valley west of Portland. Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace, making it simpler for commercial drone operations than east-side Portland cities. Nike is expanding its WHQ campus with new office buildings and sports facilities. The Round at Beaverton Central has mixed-use development near the MAX station. Downtown Beaverton is seeing revitalization through the Urban Renewal Area. South Cooper Mountain is a new residential development area from urban growth boundary expansion. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) manages over 90 parks and 30+ miles of trails. The city is a hub for athletic and outdoor industry corporate campuses including Nike, Columbia Sportswear (nearby), and Tektronix.
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Drone Services Serving Beaverton, OR
Beaverton is a city of approximately 98,000 residents in Washington County, part of the Portland metro area and home to Nike World Headquarters. The city sits in the Tualatin Valley west of Portland. Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace, making it simpler for commercial drone operations than east-side Portland cities. Nike is expanding its WHQ campus with new office buildings and sports facilities. The Round at Beaverton Central has mixed-use development near the MAX station. Downtown Beaverton is seeing revitalization through the Urban Renewal Area. South Cooper Mountain is a new residential development area from urban growth boundary expansion. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) manages over 90 parks and 30+ miles of trails. The city is a hub for athletic and outdoor industry corporate campuses including Nike, Columbia Sportswear (nearby), and Tektronix.
How Beaverton Builders Use Aerial Data
Beaverton is experiencing sustained construction activity driven by Nike World Headquarters expansion, residential development, and commercial infill. Nike is expanding its WHQ campus with new office buildings, sports facilities, and parking structures. The Round at Beaverton Central continues mixed-use development near the MAX station. Downtown Beaverton is seeing revitalization with the Beaverton Central Urban Renewal Area. Residential construction is active in the South Cooper Mountain and Cooper Mountain reserve areas, both urban growth boundary expansions. The Progress Ridge area continues build-out. Infrastructure projects include the SW Scholls Ferry Road improvements, Murray Boulevard extension, and Tualatin Valley Highway upgrades. The city is a hub for athletic and outdoor industry corporate campuses.
Active Developers in the Area:
- Nike Inc. (World Headquarters campus expansion, new office and sports facilities)
- Beaverton Central Urban Renewal Area (mixed-use development at the Round)
- South Cooper Mountain development (urban growth boundary expansion residential)
- City of Beaverton (Murray Boulevard extension and downtown revitalization projects)
Aerial Imaging Pricing Across Oregon
Cost ranges are based on market data for Portland. Actual pricing depends on site size, complexity, and deliverables.
| Service Type | Low End | High End |
|---|---|---|
| Topographic Data Collection | $1,075 | $3,800 |
| Drone Inspection | $625 | $2,550 |
| LiDAR Scanning | $2,275 | $6,900 |
| Environmental Monitoring | $1,125 | $4,450 |
| Aerial Imagery | $400 | $1,450 |
| Construction Monitoring | $825 | $3,150 |
| Real Estate Photography | $275 | $1,100 |
| Roof Inspection | $300 | $1,150 |
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FAA Part 107 Requirements
Flying for hire in Beaverton? That is commercial operation under FAA Part 107, which requires a Remote Pilot Certificate — a credential we verify for every operator.
State Drone Laws
Commercial drone work in Beaverton follows Oregon UAS law (ORS 837.300-.340 (SB 425, 2013); ORS 164.653; OAR 736-010), with city-level rules on top: Beaverton requires a business license for commercial drone operations. Full Oregon drone law →
Local Ordinances
Beaverton requires a business license for commercial drone operations. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) requires a permit for commercial drone takeoff and landing in district parks, including Tualatin Hills Nature Park, Cooper Mountain Nature Park, and Greenway Park. The city prohibits drone operations that endanger public safety or violate privacy under Beaverton Municipal Code 5.02. Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace. Nike World Headquarters campus has corporate security considerations. Oregon state law (ORS 837.300-.340) governs privacy protections and surveillance restrictions statewide.
Restricted Airspace
- Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace at lower altitudes. PDX Class C airspace may extend over parts of east Beaverton at higher altitudes. Check FAA UAS Facility Maps for your specific location and altitude. Most commercial drone operations in Beaverton can operate without LAANC authorization at typical data collection altitudes.
- Nike World Headquarters campus has security considerations. While no formal flight restriction exists, operators should be aware of corporate security concerns. The Nike campus has extensive security infrastructure including private security patrols. Coordinate with Nike security for any flights near campus facilities.
- The MAX Blue Line runs through Beaverton with stations at Beaverton Transit Center, Beaverton Central, and Sunset Transit Center. Drone flights near light rail infrastructure should maintain safe distances from overhead catenary wires and trains. TriMet may have restrictions on drone operations near transit facilities.
- Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District manages over 90 parks and 30+ miles of trails in the Beaverton area. Commercial drone takeoff and landing in THPRD parks requires a permit. Tualatin Hills Nature Park and Cooper Mountain Nature Park are sensitive wildlife areas.
- The progress Ridge and Murrayhill areas are dense residential developments. Drone operations should respect privacy and avoid flying directly over private residences. Oregon privacy law (ORS 164.653) prohibits capturing images of private premises where a reasonable expectation of privacy exists.
Airports in the area: HIO - Hillsboro Airport (uncontrolled, busy GA, 4 miles north, busiest GA airport in Oregon), PDX - Portland International Airport (Class C, towered, 12 miles northeast, major commercial hub)
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Request a QuoteDrone Data Deliverables for Beaverton Projects
These are the files you receive with a Beaverton booking — all compatible with standard construction and engineering software. Projects like those delivered for Nike Inc. across Washington County need data that drops straight into their workflow.
- Orthomosaic maps (GeoTIFF) for site overview and documentation
- Point clouds (LAS/LAZ) for 3D modeling and volumetric analysis
- DEM/DSM terrain models for cut/fill and grade analysis
- Contour lines (DXF/DWG, CAD-ready) for Civil 3D and Revit
- Progress reports with side-by-side comparisons for construction monitoring
- Coordinate systems matched to your project datum — the Oregon State Plane zone, UTM, or a local datum your surveyor specifies
Insurance & Liability Protection
Pilot Insurance Required
Every operator matched to a Beaverton project carries active liability insurance — minimum $1,000,000 general liability, verified from the certificate before the pilot joins the network. Beaverton requires a business license for commercial drone operations. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) requires a permit for commercial drone takeoff and landing in district parks, including Tualatin Hills Nature Park, Cooper Mountain Nature Park, and Greenway Park. The city prohibits drone operations that endanger public safety or violate privacy under Beaverton Municipal Code 5.02. Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace. Nike World Headquarters campus has corporate security considerations. Oregon state law (ORS 837.300-.340) governs privacy protections and surveillance restrictions statewide.
FAA Part 107 Verified
Each pilot's Remote Pilot Certificate is checked against the FAA Airmen Inquiry before they can serve Washington County bookings. Expired certificates are flagged automatically.
Equipment Documentation
Pilots register their airframes and sensors (RGB, LiDAR, thermal, multispectral) so Beaverton requests route to crews with the right payload for the job.
Site Safety Coordination
Pilots coordinate with your site superintendent for safe operations on active Beaverton construction sites, including flight plans that avoid worker areas and equipment zones. Beaverton requires a business license for commercial drone operations. Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) requires a permit for commercial drone takeoff and landing in district parks, including Tualatin Hills Nature Park, Cooper Mountain Nature Park, and Greenway Park. The city prohibits drone operations that endanger public safety or violate privacy under Beaverton Municipal Code 5.02. Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace. Nike World Headquarters campus has corporate security considerations. Oregon state law (ORS 837.300-.340) governs privacy protections and surveillance restrictions statewide.
Drone Services FAQ for Beaverton, OR
Do I need LAANC authorization to fly a drone in Beaverton?
Beaverton is generally in Class G uncontrolled airspace at lower altitudes, so most commercial drone operations do not require LAANC authorization. However, PDX Class C airspace may extend over parts of east Beaverton at higher altitudes. Check FAA UAS Facility Maps for your specific location. HIO (Hillsboro Airport) is nearby but uncontrolled.
What construction projects are driving aerial imaging demand in Beaverton?
Nike is expanding its World Headquarters campus with new office buildings and sports facilities. The Round at Beaverton Central continues mixed-use development. Downtown Beaverton has revitalization projects in the Urban Renewal Area. South Cooper Mountain is a new residential development area. Infrastructure includes SW Scholls Ferry Road and Murray Boulevard projects.
Can I fly a drone near Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton?
While no formal flight restriction exists over the Nike campus, operators should be aware of corporate security concerns. Nike WHQ has extensive security infrastructure including private security patrols. Coordinate with Nike security for any flights near campus facilities. Be transparent about your operations and carry proof of FAA Part 107 certification. The campus is private property.
Do I need a permit to fly drones in Beaverton parks?
Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) manages over 90 parks in the Beaverton area. Commercial drone takeoff and landing in THPRD parks requires a permit. Contact THPRD for permitting. Tualatin Hills Nature Park and Cooper Mountain Nature Park are sensitive wildlife areas where drone operations may be restricted.
How much does an aerial imaging cost in Beaverton?
Topographic data collection projects in Beaverton range from $1,050 to $3,700. LiDAR scanning costs $2,200 to $6,700. Construction monitoring runs $820 to $3,100. Beaverton pricing reflects the Portland west metro market. Nike campus expansion and South Cooper Mountain residential development drive demand for construction monitoring and topographic services.
Aerial Imaging Terms for Beaverton Projects
First aerial project in Beaverton? These terms cover the deliverables local pilots will quote you. Most Beaverton projects in our cost table start around $275.
Orthomosaic
A geometrically corrected aerial photo map stitched from many images.
Point Cloud
A 3D dataset of points representing the captured surface.
Real-Time Kinematic
RTK GPS correction for centimeter-level positional accuracy.
LiDAR
Laser scanning that captures terrain through vegetation.
Digital Elevation Model
A 3D representation of terrain elevation across the site.
Ground Control Point
Known reference markers used to anchor and validate mapping accuracy.
Aerial Mapping
Data collection from above to map and measure a site.
Volumetrics
Cut/fill and stockpile volume calculations derived from terrain models.
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