The RiCOPTER System is used for mapping erosion areas for the scientific project ERODYN. The project investigates shallow erosion dynamics in mountain grasslands of South Tyrol by monitoring of erosion processes and mitigation measures with close range and remote sensing techniques.

In July 2018 two test flights were conducted in the area of Obergurgl (Ötztal, Austria). The areas of interest were the lowest part of the Hochebenkar rockglacier and the Rotmoos valley.