The oil and gas industry is increasingly relying on robots like unmanned aerial vehicles for inspection. These drones can get into hard-to-reach or hazardous spots. They do not get bored. They can measure with precision. And they can save significant amounts of time. Inspecting equipment at height, such as flares and cooling towers, or under the deck typically requires personnel to use ropes for access. Setting that up takes time, and the work itself can be hazardous. Enter the drone, which requires little set-up time.