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Convert layer files to flight items in WingtraCLOUD

Convert imported KML, GeoJSON, or DXF layers directly to flight items

 
Overview

When your survey area is already defined as a KML, GeoJSON, or DXF file, you can import it directly into WingtraCLOUD and convert its layers to flight areas, geobarriers, or corridors — without redrawing shapes manually. For flight areas, you can apply a positive offset to expand the coverage boundary and ensure no part of the original polygon is missed in the imagery.

Before you begin
Prerequisites
  • Prepare your file in .kml, .geojson, or .dxf format.
  • Open a Site, Flight, or Map in the WingtraCLOUD world viewer. Layer files can only be imported from the world viewer.
  • To convert an imported layer, first open or create a plan in WingtraCLOUD.
Import a layer file
1
 Import your file using one of the following methods:
  • Drag and drop the file directly into the browser window.
  • Click the + icon at the top of the Layers panel on the left side of the screen.
The file loads and its layers appear in the Layers panel.
2
 Review the imported layers in the panel. Each shape in your file appears as a separate layer entry.
Note: WingtraCLOUD reads only the geometry relevant to each conversion type. Polygons are used for Area and Geobarrier conversions; lines are used for Corridor conversions. Other geometry types in the file are ignored.
Layers panel after a KML file has been imported, showing multiple layer entries with the + import icon visible at the top of the panel
 
Convert layers to a flight area
3
 Click the Convert dropdown on the layer.
A menu appears with three options: Area, Corridor, and Geobarrier.
4
 Select Area.
5
 Select the layers you want to include. You can select up to five layers per operation.
Note: If your file contains more than five layers, repeat the import and conversion steps to add the remaining layers to your mission.
6
 Set an Offset value if required. Type a number directly or use the + and − buttons to adjust incrementally.
  • A positive value expands the flight area beyond the original polygon boundary, creating a buffer to ensure full imagery coverage of your survey area.
  • A negative value shrinks the flight area inside the polygon boundary.
Conversion dialog with Area selected, showing layer checkboxes and the Offset field
7
 Click Confirm.
The selected layers appear as flight areas on the map, adjusted by the offset value.
Flight planning screen showing converted flight areas on the map, visibly larger than the original polygon layers due to a positive offset
 
Convert layers to a geobarrier or corridor
8
 Click the Convert dropdown on the layer.
9
 Select Geobarrier or Corridor.
10
 Select the layers to convert.
  • Corridor: select up to five layers per operation. Repeat the process to add more.
  • Geobarrier: select one layer only.
11
 Click Confirm.
The selected layers appear as a geobarrier or corridor on the map.
 
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