A professional who directs flight operations of photogrammetry engineering company in making aerial surveys of specified geographical area. Responsibilities include:

• Ascertains from client geographical area and extent of survey required in order to estimate cost.
• Determines type of plane(s) and photographic equipment to be used, time allotted for conducting survey, and altitude from which to photograph terrain.
• Schedules and directs flight operations for airplane pilot, photogrammetry and photographer, aerial .