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Agricultural Drone Services in Hiawatha, Kansas

By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated

Hiawatha, Kansas has 2 verified agricultural drone operators listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Kansas drone application rates run $12 to $16/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Hiawatha include equipment sales, crop scouting, pilot training, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Kansas fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus No single aerial category. Use-specific categories (1A/1B/1C/1D, 2, 3A/3B, 5, 6, 7C/7D, 10) from Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA), 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
$12 to $16/acre
Kansas rate range
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Drone spraying services available in Hiawatha

  • Equipment Sales2 operators

    2 of the Hiawatha operators sell ag drones (DJI Agras, XAG, Hylio class) plus support, parts and onboarding.

Drone operators in Hiawatha, Kansas

Hiawatha 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 Kansas requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus No single aerial category. Use-specific categories (1A/1B/1C/1D, 2, 3A/3B, 5, 6, 7C/7D, 10) from Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA). 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 Hiawatha

  1. 1
    Estimate your acreage and budget

    Use the spray cost calculator to model Hiawatha jobs against the $12 to $16/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop, and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.

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    Verify FAA Part 137 and Kansas licensing

    Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and No single aerial category. Use-specific categories (1A/1B/1C/1D, 2, 3A/3B, 5, 6, 7C/7D, 10). 0 of 2 Hiawatha operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.

  3. 3
    Book the application window early

    Treatment windows are crop and weather dependent. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha

Drone spraying in Hiawatha typically runs $12 to $16/acre, in line with the broader Kansas 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 Hiawatha, Kansas: Bestway Ag (Hiawatha), Kansas Agricultural Drone Services (KADS). All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.

Of the 2 Hiawatha operators listed, 0 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, Kansas requires No single aerial category. Use-specific categories (1A/1B/1C/1D, 2, 3A/3B, 5, 6, 7C/7D, 10) from Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) for any commercial drone pesticide application.