Billings, Montana has 2 verified agricultural drone operators listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Together they list row crops as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Montana drone application rates run $12 to $18/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Billings include drone spraying, cover crop seeding, fertilizer application, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Montana fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 18: Aerial Applicator from Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA), and many also carry FAA Part 137 for commercial agricultural aircraft operations. Contact the operators below directly for season availability, exact per-acre pricing and to confirm license and insurance status before booking.
2 of the Billings operators list drone spraying as a core service, with most jobs targeting row crops fungicide and herbicide passes. Typical mission size runs 40 to 800 acres per day per drone.
2 of the Billings operators seed cover crops by drone, typically interseeding into standing corn or soybeans late in the season for a 3 to 4 week establishment head start.
2 of the Billings operators apply granular and liquid fertilizer by drone, useful for variable-rate top-dress in tight planting windows or wet ground.
Commercial agricultural drone spraying in Montana. Offers fungicide, pesticide, herbicide and fertilizer aerial spraying plus over-seeding. Online booking available.
Billings-based ag drone spraying company providing precision aerial application of seed, pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers to Montana farmers.
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Row Crops | 2 | $12 to $22 | May to Oct |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Montana statewide range: $12 to $18/acre. Estimate your job →
Commercial agricultural drone application in Montana requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 18: Aerial Applicator from Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA). Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
Primary-source references for verifying ag drone operator credentials in Montana and federally.
Use the spray cost calculator to model Billings jobs against the $12 to $18/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Billings jobs are row crops), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Category 18: Aerial Applicator. 0 of 2 Billings operators in this directory list Part 137. Ask for a copy of their certificate and state license number before signing.
Row Crops treatment in Montana typically lands in the May to Oct window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Billings 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.
Drone spraying in Billings typically runs $12 to $18/acre, in line with the broader Montana 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Row Crops jobs in Montana 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.
2 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Billings, Montana: AgriDrone Solutions, Sphex AG. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 2 Billings 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, Montana requires Category 18: Aerial Applicator from Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) for any commercial drone pesticide application.