APS Drone Services

Aerial pipeline inspection and leak detection for Alberta oil and gas

Calgary-based drone ROW patrols for oil and gas producers across Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Spot the signs of a leak early, with a record of every section flown.

Frequent drone patrols for your highest-risk pipelines

The AER notes that pipeline leaks typically cause the largest spills because they can go undetected for long periods. In 2025, 229 of the 277 pipeline incidents reported in Alberta were leaks or ruptures. Frequent aerial patrols shorten the time a leak can go unseen.

Who this is for

Integrity, HSE and operations teams at Alberta producers who need frequent patrols on their highest-risk segments, with records that fit their Integrity Management Program.

  • Focus on high-risk pipelines

    We identify operating pipelines that are older, made of steel with no internal coating, or cross a water body, and propose a patrol schedule for those segments.

  • Spot leaks before they spread

    A small leak is cheaper and safer to contain than one that has spread into soil or water. We review the video as soon as each flight lands and alert you immediately if we see signs of a leak.

  • On call 24/7

    When a leak is suspected, we fly the area as soon as daylight, weather and airspace allow, and send video to your incident commander to help size the response.