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map-creator
map-creator generates 3D DJI missions for photogrammetry and orthophotos. map-creator uses multiple GeoTiff sources for highly accurate elevation or AGL. It reads KML and KMZ missions and saves KMZ missions for DJI Fly and DJI Pilot (Litchi Pilot is also supported). The map-creator runs on MacOS and iOS. On MacOS, a local GeoTiff server from opentopodata.org can be used. I have developed a Windows version with the same algorithms. The Windows version is actually only in script mode.Edit waypoints
You can drag and add waypoints. Click on the waypoint in the 2D mission until it turns blue. You can now drag the waypoint. You can add a waypoint with add new behind a waypoint that you have just clicked on (it turns blue). You can drag the whole mission too.Add elevation
You can choose from various datasets for elevations: EU-DEM 25m, Aster 30m, NED 10m (North America), GPXZ for lidar preci- sion, and LOCAL for your own GeoTiff server from opentopodata.org. There is no limit to 100 waypoints. The map-creator can import KMZ missions (WPML mission file) and convert the existing waypoints into very precise AGL.Open Topo Data
If you want to install a local DEM server on your Mac, please refer to my opentopodata installation page.6 mission types
The Map Creator is based on 5 mission types. 1. 2D flat missions, 2D elevation missions 2. Orthophoto missions 3. 3D semi spheres 4. Inception 5. Panorama 6. 2D Vertical The Map Creator is compatible with hdrpano, DJI Pilot 2, DJI Fly and Litchi, Litchi Pilot.KMZ mission files for DJI Pilot SDK 5
The Map Creator converts 2D Missions, 2D Helix Missions and Vertical Missions into DJI Pilot 2, DJI Fly KMZ files. You can import them on the RC Pro with the SD card or with Google Drive.
map-creator iOS and Mac OS
You can download the map-creator under this link for iOS and Mac OS.
2D Mission
You can add 2 missions with a single or crossed track. The best results are achieved with an pitch angle of -70°. You will get the best results if you combine a 2D and a 3D mission. You can use AGL in the map creator to place the mission on an area that follows the terrain.
KML Export
You can export your mission into a KML file to check the flight path on google earth. Do not import this KML file into DJI Pilot. You should use the KMZ mission file instead.
KMZ mission files for DJI Fly
You can import the KMZ mission file into DJI Fly. Select DJI Fly export into the settings from the map-creator.CSV mission files for Litchi Pilot
You can import the CSV mission file into Litchi Pilot. Import first the mission into the mission hub from Litchi.
Elevation systems
There are three elevation models. The simple model places your mission polygon on a surface. This is the simplest method. You can triangulate the polygon. The individual triangles are divided into sub-missions. You can also divide your mission into many waypoints and query an elevation for each waypoint. This complex mission can also be smoothed.
3D Mission
I introduced the double helix in 2019 to achieve top 3D results in photogrammetry software with just a few photos. A good reference example remains my stable with only 89 images, which achieves very good results even in Meshroom.
map-creator iOS and Mac OS BETA
You can download the beta version from the map-creator under this link for iOS and Mac OS. The BETA version is intended for testing purposes. It is possible that not all functions will work properly. If this is the case, please provide detailed feedback with images and the name of the function that is causing problems. This is the only way to ensure that the software can be developed optimally.How map-creator compares
Map-Creator combines professional 3D mission capabilities with the simplicity and independence that hobby and independent drone pilots need.
© Kilian Eisenegger 2026, info@map-creator.com 4800 Zofingen Switzerland
map-creator
map-creator generates 3D DJI missions for photogrammetry and orthophotos. map-creator uses multiple GeoTiff sources for highly accurate elevation or AGL. It reads KML and KMZ missions and saves KMZ missions for DJI Fly and DJI Pilot (Litchi Pilot is also supported). The map-creator runs on MacOS and iOS. On MacOS, a local GeoTiff server from opentopodata.org can be used. I have developed a Windows version with the same algorithms. The Windows version is actually only in script mode.Edit waypoints
You can drag and add waypoints. Click on the waypoint in the 2D mission until it turns blue. You can now drag the waypoint. You can add a waypoint with add new behind a waypoint that you have just clicked on (it turns blue). You can drag the whole mission too.Add elevation
You can choose from various datasets for elevations: EU-DEM 25m, Aster 30m, NED 10m (North America), GPXZ for lidar pre- cision, and LOCAL for your own GeoTiff server from opento- podata.org. There is no limit to 100 waypoints. The map- creator can import KMZ missions (WPML mission file) and convert the existing waypoints into very precise AGL.Open Topo Data
If you want to install a local DEM server on your Mac, please refer to my opentopodata installation page.
3D photogrammetry
The Map Creator uses a hemispherical mission grid to optim- ize the 3D calculation. In a DJI mutable mission, this method uses only 5 waypoints for 3 POI flights for hdrpano 3D. For hdrpano 3D it is important to switch to Pilot 2 KMZ in the set- tings, to export the trigger distance.6 mission types
The Map Creator is based on 5 mission types. 1. 2D flat missions, 2D elevation missions 2. Orthophoto missions 3. 3D semi spheres 4. Inception 5. Panorama 6. 2D Vertical The Map Creator is compatible with hdrpano, DJI Pilot 2, DJI Fly and Litchi, Litchi Pilot.KMZ mission files for DJI Pilot SDK 5
The Map Creator converts 2D Missions, 2D Helix Missions and Vertical Missions into DJI Pilot 2, DJI Fly KMZ files. You can im- port them on the RC Pro with the SD card or with Google Drive.
2D Mission
You can add 2 missions with a single or crossed track. The best results are achieved with an pitch angle of -70°. You will get the best results if you combine a 2D and a 3D mis- sion. You can use AGL in the map creator to place the mission on an area that follows the terrain.
KML Export
You can export your mission into a KML file to check the flight path on google earth. Do not import this KML file into DJI Pilot. You should use the KMZ mission file instead.KMZ mission files for DJI Fly
You can import the KMZ mission file into DJI Fly. Select DJI Fly export into the settings from the map-creator.CSV mission files for Litchi Pilot
You can import the CSV mission file into Litchi Pilot. Import first the mission into the mission hub from Litchi.
Elevation systems
There are three elevation models. The simple model places your mission polygon on a surface. This is the simplest method. You can triangulate the polygon. The individual tri- angles are divided into sub-missions. You can also divide your mission into many waypoints and query an elevation for each waypoint. This complex mission can also be smoothed.
3D Mission
I introduced the double helix in 2019 to achieve top 3D results in photogrammetry software with just a few photos. A good reference example remains my stable with only 89 images, which achieves very good results even in Meshroom.map-creator iOS and Mac OS BETA
You can download the beta version from the map-creator under this link for iOS and Mac OS. The BETA version is inten- ded for testing purposes. It is possible that not all functions will work properly. If this is the case, please provide detailed feedback with images and the name of the function that is causing problems. This is the only way to ensure that the soft- ware can be developed optimally.
