Aviation continues to be an essential facilitator of oil and gas activities, particularly in offshore areas where helicopters play a major role in the transportation of crews, the reaction to emergencies, and the coordination of logistical operations. Despite this, the industry continues to struggle with a number of issues, including as high operational costs, increased safety hazards, and increasingly demanding regulatory compliance. In order to find solutions to these problems, leading energy corporations including Qatar Energy, Aramco, Shell, and BP are currently investigating the revolutionary potential of emerging technologies. The purpose of this study is to investigate the incorporation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced data analytics into aviation operations within the oil and gas industry. The purpose of this study is to identify how the deployment of drones can reduce human exposure, cut costs, and improve data-driven decision-making. This is accomplished through a review of UAV inspection models, case studies, and financial and benefit assessments. A roadmap that has been proposed explains the ways in which unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) might be integrated into pre-existing aviation safety frameworks in order to facilitate a digital transition that improves operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. Significant oil and gas operators who are looking to future-proof their aviation logistics in the face of a rapidly changing energy landscape might benefit from the strategic insights provided by the findings.
Prasad Selvaraj (Wed,) studied this question.