How many drone operators serve Florence?

1 verified agricultural drone operators are listed in the directory for Florence, South Carolina: Carter Aerial. All listings are reviewed for licensing claims and contact information before publication.

What certifications do Florence drone operators hold?

Of the 1 Florence 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, South Carolina requires Category 11: Aerial Applicator from Clemson University Department of Pesticide Regulation for any commercial drone pesticide application.

South Carolina

Agricultural Drone Services in Florence, South Carolina

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

Florence, South Carolina has 1 verified agricultural drone operator listed in the directory, serving farms across the surrounding area. Pee Dee region; Florence and Darlington counties anchor cotton, soybean, peanut and tobacco production. Together they list cotton and soybeans as the primary crops treated by drone, with additional coverage across other regional commodities. South Carolina drone application rates run $16 to $24/acre depending on field size, crop and application timing, in line with 2026 statewide benchmarks. Available services in Florence include drone spraying, fertilizer application, cover crop seeding, giving growers a full menu beyond pesticide application. Every operator working over South Carolina fields must hold FAA Part 107 plus Category 11: Aerial Applicator from Clemson University Department of Pesticide Regulation, 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 $24/acre

South Carolina rate range

Cotton, Soybeans

Top crops served

Drone operators in Florence, South Carolina

Carter Aerial

Florence, SC

South Carolina cotton, soybeans & timber drone services

Carter Aerial Land Management is a South Carolina-based drone application company serving cotton, soybean and timber producers across the Pee Dee and Lowcountry regions. Services include fungicide and defoliant applications for cotton, soybean R3 programs and herbicide spraying for pine release and invasive species control in managed timberlands.

Verified OperatorFAA Part 137 ✓FAA Part 107 ✓

Drone SprayingFertilizer ApplicationCover Crop Seeding

Price on request

Florence ag-county context

Florence sits in Florence County with a population of approximately 38,932 (US Census Bureau Places).

Pee Dee region; Florence and Darlington counties anchor cotton, soybean, peanut and tobacco 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 Florence drone operators

Crop	Operators	Rate ($/acre)	Window
Cotton	1	$14 to $20	Jun to Oct
Soybeans	1	$12 to $18	Jul to Sep
Corn	1	$12 to $18	Jul to Aug
Cover Crops	1	$12 to $18	Aug to Oct

Rate ranges from national crop benchmarks. South Carolina statewide range: $16 to $24/acre. Estimate your job →

Florence 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 South Carolina requires the federal FAA Part 137 certificate plus Category 11: Aerial Applicator from Clemson University Department of Pesticide Regulation. Read the federal rules in the FAA Part 137 guide and the state-by-state breakdown on state pesticide licensing.

Verify Florence drone operator credentials

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

How to hire a drone operator in Florence

1
Estimate your acreage and budget
Use the spray cost calculator to model Florence jobs against the $16 to $24/acre state range. Pin down acres, target crop (most Florence jobs are cotton), and whether you need application only or chemical-included pricing.
2
Verify FAA Part 137 and South Carolina licensing
Confirm the operator holds FAA Part 107, FAA Part 137 and Category 11: Aerial Applicator. 1 of 1 Florence 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
Cotton treatment in South Carolina typically lands in the Jun to Oct window. Demand spikes in peak season, so contact 2 to 3 of the Florence 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 Florence

Drone spraying in Florence typically runs $16 to $24/acre, in line with the broader South Carolina 2026 benchmark. Application-only rates exclude chemical, and quotes vary based on field size, terrain and crop. Cotton jobs in South 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.