Historic Environment Scotland
Within the administrative structure of Historic Environment Scotland (HES), the National Collection of Aerial Photography (NCAP) thrives as a specialised unit dedicated to preserving and promoting global aerial photography collections.
NCAP and HES
Located in Edinburgh, NCAP operates within the supportive framework of Historic Environment Scotland (HES). As a specialised unit under HES, NCAP receives vital administrative support, ensuring smooth operations in budgeting, staffing, and facility management.
Moreover, NCAP taps into the rich expertise available within HES, benefiting from collaborative ventures that span archival management, conservation practices, product marketing and heritage interpretation. This extends to collaborative projects, where NCAP joins forces with other HES departments to advance heritage conservation, research, and public engagement efforts.
By aligning with HES's overarching strategic goals, NCAP ensures its initiatives contribute meaningfully to Scotland's heritage preservation and promotion. Together, NCAP and HES form a dynamic partnership, enhancing the preservation and understanding of aerial photography covering Scotland and beyond.
IN THIS SECTION
Our Mission
With a responsibility for 30 million aerial photographic images, our goal is to preserve and make accessible for present and future generations.
Our Team
Meet the team of dedicated technicians, historians, analysts, cataloguers, data managers and robots who deliver NCAPs collections to the public every day.
Our Partners
We collaborate with organisations from around the world with the common goal of facilitating access to aerial photographic collections.
What's New and Next
Guided by our strategic plan for the care, digitisation and dissemination of aerial photographic collection, we are working through project priorities to meet set targets.
Get Involved
Growing our network of partners includes reaching out to a knowledgeable and engaged public, for both volunteer and outreach opportunities.