Spray drone training and Part 137
What agricultural spray drone training covers, and how it relates to FAA Part 137 and state pesticide licensing.
Rules involved
Dispensing products from a drone involves FAA Part 107, a Part 137 agricultural aircraft operator certificate (or operating under a holder) and usually exemptions for heavier aircraft, plus a state pesticide applicator licence.
What training covers
Aircraft set-up and calibration, mission planning, drift management, mixing and loading, maintenance and record-keeping.
Important
Training helps you prepare; certificates and licences are issued by the FAA and your state agency.
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