How many drone operators serve Goldsboro?

1 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Goldsboro, North Carolina: Carolina Agri Drones. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.

What certifications do Goldsboro drone operators hold?

Of the 1 Goldsboro 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, North Carolina requires Aerial Methods category + specialty category. Aircraft inspection $25/aircraft. from NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for any commercial drone pesticide application.

North Carolina

Agricultural Drone Services in Goldsboro, North Carolina

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

Goldsboro, North Carolina has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Eastern North Carolina Coastal Plain; Wayne and surrounding counties anchor sweet potato, tobacco and pork production. Together they list corn and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. North Carolina drone application rates run $16 to $25/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Goldsboro include drone spraying, fertilizer application, cover crop seeding, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over North Carolina fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Aerial Methods category + specialty category. Aircraft inspection $25/aircraft. from NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, 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 $25/acre

North Carolina rate range

Corn, Soybeans

Top crops served

Drone operators in Goldsboro, North Carolina

Carolina Agri Drones

Goldsboro, NC

NC tobacco, corn & soybean drone application

Carolina Agri Drones serves tobacco, corn, soybean and sweet potato producers across the North Carolina Coastal Plain and Piedmont. The operator specializes in fungicide programs for tobacco blue mold and black shank, soybean R3 applications and precision herbicide placement for specialty vegetables, offering scheduling flexible enough to accommodate time-sensitive tobacco windows.

Verified OperatorFAA Part 137 ✓FAA Part 107 ✓

Drone SprayingFertilizer ApplicationCover Crop Seeding

Price on request

Goldsboro ag-county context

Goldsboro sits in Wayne County with a population of approximately 33,438 (US Census Bureau Places).

Eastern North Carolina Coastal Plain; Wayne and surrounding counties anchor sweet potato, tobacco and pork 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 Goldsboro drone operators

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

Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. North Carolina statewide range: $16 to $25/acre. Estimate your job →

Goldsboro 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 North Carolina requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Aerial Methods category + specialty category. Aircraft inspection $25/aircraft. from NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.

Verify Goldsboro drone operator credentials

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

How to hire a drone operator in Goldsboro

1
Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Goldsboro jobs against the $16 to $25/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Goldsboro jobs are corn), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
2
Verify FAA Part 137 and North Carolina licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Aerial Methods category + specialty category. Aircraft inspection $25/aircraft.. 1 of 1 Goldsboro 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 North Carolina typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro

Drone spraying in Goldsboro typically runs $16 to $25/acre, in line with the broader North Carolina 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in North Carolina 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.