How many drone operators serve Dothan?

1 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Dothan, Alabama: KDB Land and Air. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.

What certifications do Dothan drone operators hold?

Of the 1 Dothan operators listed, 1 hold FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot Certificate) and 1 hold FAA Part 137 (Agricultural Aircraft Operator), which is the federal credential required for commercial agricultural application. 0 list NDAA Section 848 compliant equipment. On the state side, Alabama requires Aerial category with insurance requirement. Custom Business License for aerial for-hire. from Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries for any commercial drone pesticide application.

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Agricultural Drone Services in Dothan, Alabama

By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated April 21, 2026

Dothan, Alabama has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Southeast Alabama Wiregrass region; Houston, Dale and Henry counties anchor peanut and cotton production. Together they list corn and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Alabama drone application rates run $16 to $24/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Dothan include drone spraying, fertilizer application, cover crop seeding, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Alabama fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Aerial category with insurance requirement. Custom Business License for aerial for-hire. from Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries, and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact the operators below directly for season availability, exact per-acre pricing and to confirm license and insurance status before booking.

Listed operators

$16 to $24/acre

Alabama rate range

Corn, Soybeans

Top crops served

Drone operators in Dothan, Alabama

KDB Land and Air

Dothan, AL

Southeast multi-state ag drone & aerial application services

KDB Land and Air is a multi-state agricultural drone and aerial application company operating across the Southeast. The company offers drone fungicide, herbicide and defoliant programs for cotton, corn, soybeans and peanuts across Alabama, Georgia and Florida, with crews positioned for rapid deployment during critical spray windows.

Verified OperatorFAA Part 137 ✓FAA Part 107 ✓

Drone SprayingFertilizer ApplicationCover Crop Seeding

Price on request

Dothan ag-county context

Dothan sits in Houston County with a population of approximately 71,072 (US Census Bureau Places).

Southeast Alabama Wiregrass region; Houston, Dale and Henry counties anchor peanut and cotton production.

Sources: USDA NASS Census of Agriculture (county-level cropland and farm-receipts tables) and US Census Bureau Places gazetteer. Confirm exact figures via primary source for any decision-grade use.

Crops served by Dothan drone operators

Crop	Operators	Rate ($/acre)	Window
Corn	1	$12 to $18	Jul to Aug
Soybeans	1	$12 to $18	Jul to Sep
Cotton	1	$14 to $20	Jun to Oct
Wheat	1	$12 to $16	May to Jun
Cover Crops	1	$12 to $18	Aug to Oct

Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Alabama statewide range: $16 to $24/acre. Estimate your job →

Dothan drone operator credentials

1 of 1

FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot)

1 of 1

FAA Part 137 (Ag Aircraft)

0 of 1

NDAA Section 848 compliant

Commercial agricultural drone application in Alabama requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Aerial category with insurance requirement. Custom Business License for aerial for-hire. from Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.

Verify Dothan drone operator credentials

Primary-source references for verifying ag drone operator credentials in Alabama and federally.

How to hire a drone operator in Dothan

1
Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Dothan jobs against the $16 to $24/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Dothan jobs are corn), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
2
Verify FAA Part 137 and Alabama licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Aerial category with insurance requirement. Custom Business License for aerial for-hire.. 1 of 1 Dothan operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
3
Book the application window early
Corn treatment in Alabama typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Dothan operators below 4 to 6 weeks ahead with field maps, target product and a preferred date range. Confirm insurance certificates name your farm as additional insured before the first flight.

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FAQs about drone spraying in Dothan

Drone spraying in Dothan typically runs $16 to $24/acre, in line with the broader Alabama 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in Alabama sit toward the lower end of that range when fields are large and contiguous. Use the spray cost calculator to model your specific acreage before requesting quotes.