Pesticide License Requirements
An aerial applicator license is required to make any application by air. Core exam and the Aerial exam are required in order to become certified.
The person operating the controls must be licensed as a pesticide applicator.
Assisting Individuals
Any individuals assisting in the operation such as loaders, mixers etc. need a pesticide license. Mixing and loading is considered use and at a minimum the individual must be a registered technician. If the tank mix includes a Restricted Use Pesticide (RUP), the individual must follow the requirements for direct supervision of noncertified applicators using restricted use pesticides. RUP Application Requirements
FAA License Requirements
The FAA requires that the operator (person at the controls) hold a remote pilot certificate, obtained by passing the “Part 107” exam. The FAA also requires that the business hold Part 137 Aircraft Operations Certificate.