Využitie UAV pre monitorovanie a údržbu letiskovej infraštruktúry

Abstract

The aim of this bachelor thesis is to explore the possibility of implementing UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) in the inspection and maintenance of airport infrastructure. The thesis focuses on identifying the most suitable areas in airport operations for UAV deployment and compares their advantages over traditional methods. Within this analysis, the technological capabilities of UAVs, their sensor equipment, and legal aspects of operation are examined in detail. Their application in airport operations and evaluation of implementation efficiency and cost-effectiveness are also investigated. In the practical part, a comparative analysis of two inspection approaches and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of UAV implementation into operations was used. For areas with the highest suitability for UAV deployment, a detailed methodology for their implementation was developed. The results of the thesis show that drones can significantly increase efficiency and safety in performing inspections, especially in areas with extensive and time-consuming operations. UAV implementation also brings economic benefits, such as reduced maintenance costs and limited disruption to airport operations. The conclusions of the thesis suggest that the optimal approach to UAV deployment in airport operations lies in their gradual integration in combination with traditional methods, leading to optimal results in terms of efficiency, safety, and costs.