Southern California, CA
Agricultural drone service provider specializing in spraying and multispectral imaging in Southern California.
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Agricultural Drone Services in Southern California, California
By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated
Southern California, California has 2 verified agricultural drone operators listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. California drone application rates run $15 to $35/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Southern California include aerial mapping, drone spraying, crop scouting and pilot training, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over California fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate from CDPR (CalEPA), 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.
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Listed operators
$15 to $35/acre
California rate range
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Top crops served
Drone spraying services available in Southern California
- Aerial Mapping2 operators
2 of the Southern California operators deliver aerial mapping and orthomosaics for stand counts, drainage planning and yield-zone analysis.
Drone operators in Southern California, California
Southern California, CA
Industry leader in professional drone training for multiple verticals including agriculture. Offers in-person and at-customer-location courses.
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Southern California drone operator credentials
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FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot)
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FAA Part 137 (Ag Aircraft)
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NDAA Section 848 compliant
Commercial agricultural drone application in California requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate from CDPR (CalEPA). Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
How to hire a drone operator in Southern California
- 1Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Southern California jobs against the $15 to $35/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop, and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
- 2Verify FAA Part 137 and California licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate. 0 of 2 Southern California operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
- 3Book the application window early
Treatment windows are crop and weather dependent. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Southern California 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 Southern California
Drone spraying in Southern California typically runs $15 to $35/acre, in line with the broader California 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Use the spray cost calculator to model your specific acreage before requesting quotes.
2 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Southern California, California: AgDrone.Tech, DSLRPros. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 2 Southern California operators listed, 1 hold FAA Part 107 (Remote Pilot Certificate) and 0 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, California requires CDPR Unmanned Pest Control Aircraft Pilot Certificate from CDPR (CalEPA) for any commercial drone pesticide application.