How to Apply Crop Dusting Chemicals

Crop dusting, known as aerial application, has changed significantly with the adoption of precision farming. The wild crop dusters of yesterday now apply custom pesticide mixtures that vary from field to field. You need the excellent flying skills of those who have gone before you in order to succeed in crop dusting. Investigate crop dusting if you want a career in both aviation and agriculture. Read on to learn how to apply crop dusting chemicals.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Commercial pilot's license
• Federal, state and local pesticide licenses
• Plane

1. Explore the world of aerial careers. Decide if crop dusting is the field for you.

2. Attend flight school and obtain a commercial pilot's license. Learn how to fly helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft for a career as a crop duster.

3. Investigate agricultural flight aviation training schools. Contact each institution for information on admission requirements and tuition. Apply to the school that best suits your needs.

4. Learn about the use of global positioning systems in the agricultural industry. Study pesticide application, chemical safety, precision application and other aerial application tools.

5. Practice the art of field entries and departures. Learn the special flying techniques needed to for a safe and successful career as a crop duster. Complete the requirements of your chosen crop dusting and agricultural school.

6. Apprentice for a year to become a journey pilot and pass exams on pesticide application and knowledge of your state's pesticide laws. Obtain required federal, state and local licenses.

7. Register with all appropriate federal, state and county agencies. Gain employment with an existing aerial application firm or buy a plane and start your own crop dusting business.

Tips & Warnings

• Explore today's world of crop dusting. Precision farming techniques and lobal positioning systems have significantly changed the methods used to apply agricultural pesticides.

Resources

• National Agricultural Aviation Association for More Information
• Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Website

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