RTKdata provides a global real-time kinematic (RTK) GNSS correction service designed to meet the accuracy demands of unmanned systems.
Delivering 1–2 cm positioning precision in real time, the service supports aerial mapping, photogrammetry, inspections, and autonomous navigation with reliable, repeatable results.
The service integrates via NTRIP with most GNSS RTK-enabled drones, autopilots, and robotic platforms, removing the need to operate local RTK infrastructure. For missions in areas with limited network coverage, deployable base station options are available.
With more than 15,000 correction sources across 140+ countries, RTKdata provides near-instant access to precise positioning data. This scalability benefits individual drone operators as well as enterprises running large fleets, reducing post-processing workloads and enabling more efficient survey and inspection workflows.
Key Capabilities for Drones and Robotics:
- 1–2 cm accuracy for drone mapping, surveying, and photogrammetry
- Autonomous operations support with stable flight paths and repeatable inspection missions
- NTRIP compatibility with most drone GNSS receivers and autopilot systems
- Global coverage without the need to manage base station infrastructure
- Reduced or eliminated ground control points (GCPs), lowering time and cost in large-scale projects
Fixed-wing mapping drone operations in particular can benefit from this service, with centimeter-level positioning (±1–2 cm horizontal, ±2–5 cm vertical) improving georeferencing, flight path stability, and take-off and landing precision. This enables the efficient collection of wide-area geodata for surveying, GIS, and 3D modeling applications.
By providing dependable, real-time corrections, RTKdata helps unmanned systems professionals increase efficiency, improve data quality, and maximize the potential of autonomous operations across air and ground platforms.
