About Carrot Drone Services
Trusted by professionals across the UK, Carrot Drone Services provides reliable drone inspections, mapping and aerial imaging backed by aviation-grade standards.
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Our Mission
To provide safe, accurate and dependable drone services that deliver clear, actionable data for professionals who rely on precision.
Our Vision
To be recognised as a trusted leader in professional drone operations, setting the benchmark for quality, safety and reliability across the industries we serve.
David Thurston
David is the founder of Carrot Drone Services and a seasoned aviation professional with many years of operational experience. He brings aviation-grade discipline, safety management expertise and procedural rigour to every drone operation, ensuring a structured and safety-led approach to aerial data capture and inspection work.
David is also a director of ARPAS-UK, the UK trade association for the professional drone sector, where he supports industry standards, regulatory engagement and best practice development. His work focuses on delivering reliable, high-quality aerial imagery and survey data that helps property, infrastructure and construction professionals make informed decisions with confidence.
Michael Royalton-Kisch
Michael is a Chartered Building Surveyor who studied architecture at the University of Manchester and building surveying at Kingston University. He brings over 15 years of professional experience delivering surveying, inspection and refurbishment projects across a broad range of property types, including residential, commercial and public-sector buildings. His expertise centres on assessing building condition, identifying defects and specifying practical repair and maintenance solutions, supported by a strong ability to manage stakeholders and align technical recommendations with client requirements.
A Chartered Member of the RICS, he is highly experienced in preparing clear, structured and professionally presented reports suitable for property assessments, inspections and technical observations, enabling clients to make informed decisions with confidence.
David being interviewed by the BBC as a recognised industry professional, sharing expert insight on drone operations, safety standards and the evolving role of aerial technology across multiple sectors.