Gettysburg, PA
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Agricultural Drone Services in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
By Eugen Manoli, Founder and Editor · Updated
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Adams County is the top US apple-producing county outside Washington state; concentrated tree-fruit production. Together they list corn and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. Pennsylvania drone application rates run $15 to $24/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Gettysburg include drone spraying, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over Pennsylvania fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 25: Aerial Applicator from Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 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 $24/acre
Pennsylvania rate range
Corn, Soybeans
Top crops served
Drone operators in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Gettysburg ag-county context
Gettysburg sits in Adams County with a population of approximately 7,106 (US Census Bureau Places).
Adams County is the top US apple-producing county outside Washington state; concentrated tree-fruit production.
Sources: USDA NASS Census of Agriculture (county-level cropland and farm-receipts tables) and US Census Bureau Places gazetteer. Confirm exact figures via primary source for any decision-grade use.
Crops served by Gettysburg drone operators
| Crop | Operators | Rate ($/acre) | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | 0 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Aug |
| Soybeans | 0 | $12 to $18 | Jul to Sep |
| Wheat | 0 | $12 to $16 | May to Jun |
Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. Pennsylvania statewide range: $15 to $24/acre. Estimate your job →
Gettysburg 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 Pennsylvania requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 25: Aerial Applicator from Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.
Verify Gettysburg drone operator credentials
Primary-source references for verifying ag drone operator credentials in Pennsylvania and federally.
How to hire a drone operator in Gettysburg
- 1Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Gettysburg jobs against the $15 to $24/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Gettysburg jobs are corn), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
- 2Verify FAA Part 137 and Pennsylvania licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Category 25: Aerial Applicator. 0 of 1 Gettysburg 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
Corn treatment in Pennsylvania typically lands in the Jul to Aug window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Gettysburg 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 Gettysburg
Drone spraying in Gettysburg typically runs $15 to $24/acre, in line with the broader Pennsylvania 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Corn jobs in Pennsylvania 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.
1 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Highline Ag Solutions LLC. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.
Of the 1 Gettysburg 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, Pennsylvania requires Category 25: Aerial Applicator from Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for any commercial drone pesticide application.