Pilot operation of ZALA unmanned systems for methane detection

The ZALA unmanned system was put into pilot operation at the gas transmission system facilities of Gazprom transgaz Ekaterinburg.

The work was carried out on behalf of PJSC Gazprom, the main objective being to ensure that the system functionality meets the company's requirements and to confirm its ability to promptly detect methane leaks on an industrial scale.

Обследование инфраструктуры  проводилось с помощью БВС ZALA 421-16E на высоте 100 м. Специальная целевая нагрузка —  детектор метана ДЛС-ЛА от АО «Пергам-Инжиниринг» позволяет во время полета обнаружить утечку метана за счет высокой стабилизации прибора  и отделить ее от естественного фона. Данные о местоположении утечки отображаются  на мониторе наземной станции управления в режиме реального времени.

As part of the pilot operation, the flight team surveyed more than 1,000 kilometres of gas transmission system communication corridors. The result was a proven technology ready for implementation.

Employees of Gazprom transgaz Ekaterinburg positively assessed the performance of ZALA unmanned systems. According to the company representatives, this is a cost-effective and efficient alternative to manned aviation.