FAA Part 137 Agricultural Aircraft Operator Certificate (UAS spraying)
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What you'll learn
The AAOC authorizes you to spray or spread chemicals and agricultural products by drone. You first petition the FAA for exemptions, then apply for the certificate and fly under its terms, your COA and your Remote Pilot Certificate.
- Petition for exemption on regulations.gov
- Exemptions for drones under and over 55 pounds
- Basic operational information for the FAA
- AAOC application after your exemption is granted
- Remote Pilot Certificate and drone registration
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Is this right for you?
- Level
- Beginner People new to this. You can start today with no experience.
- What you get
- A certification employers can verify, made for the top of your résumé and your LinkedIn profile.
- How you learn
- Online, self paced, about 120 days.
- How to use it
- Put it at the top of your résumé and under Licenses and certifications on LinkedIn, with the verification link so hirers can confirm it in seconds. Name it in every application that uses this skill, and send it straight to recruiters and hiring managers.
- Why it's worth it
- Required to work in this field where it applies, and the first thing employers check. Get it and every door in the field opens.
What you will payDepends on who you areFree for some learners, such as through an employer, school or state program. Check eligibility before you start.
- Time
- Petition at least 120 days before needed
- Before you start
- Remote Pilot Certificate and a named pilot in command; petition for exemption (under 55 lbs: exemptions from 107.36 and parts of Part 137; 55 lbs or more: Parts 61, 91, 137 exemptions and an N number) filed at least 120 days ahead; then FAA Form 8710 3 with the exemption number.
- How you are tested
- FAA application and exemption petition
- Renewal
- Not stated on the page
- Full cost details
- Not published on the FAA page.
- Where it applies
- United States; drone dispensing of chemicals or agricultural products
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Sources and what we verified
FAA: Dispensing Chemicals and Agricultural Products (Part 137) with UAS ↗What we verified: FAA page does not mention state pesticide applicator licensing or fees; check the state agriculture department separately.
Fees and eligibility can change. Confirm current terms with the issuer before you pay.
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