Gary Latham
Reality Capture Technician
Gary Latham joined Wightman in 2025, bringing with him a wealth of experience in mapping and geospatial data collection from his years with the City of Kalamazoo. As a certified drone pilot in our Reality Capture division, Gary plays a key role in capturing high-quality aerial data for energy projects, including transmission lines and substations. His technical expertise and steady hand behind the controls also come in handy at company events—like flying the drone over the Wightman picnic at the Kalamazoo Growlers game!
Areas of Focus
- Drone piloting
- Laser scanning
- Point cloud registration
Services
Expertise
Education
B.S. Criminalistic
Lake Superior State University, Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Professional Training & Registrations
- Certified FAA Part 107 drone pilot
Awards
- Two-time recipient of the Chiefs Award of Excellence - Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety
- Two-time recipient of the Professional Excellence award - Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety
Personal Note
Gary's wife and family are the driving force behind all that he does, and he desires to make them proud.
