For pilots operating in agricultural, horticultural, and pest control sectors, this rating covers spray application, fertiliser application, and vertebrate toxic agent (VTA) application. This course is conducted for Drone Trust by Flight Test NZ Ltd Part 141 certificate TR52489.
The total cost of this pathway ranges, depending on your existing experience and qualifications, and the pathway may include just the Rating Assessment, or every step to get you there from your initial Pilot Certificate. Click the button below to enquire with us and get access to more information about the pathway.
Our Ag Rating course is designed for pilots who intend to operate in agricultural, horticultural, and pest control sectors, and it covers spray application, fertiliser application, and vertebrate toxic agent (VTA) application.
Our Ag Rating course can be tailored to any level of experience and certification - from new drone pilots needing to start with the basic pilot certification, to experienced operators who have already completed everything but the agricultural rating.
Pilots should be prepared for course completion to take 18-24 months to complete all qualifications, consolidation training, and assessments.
Training Components
RPAS Pilot Certification (Part 102)
Chemical Handling Qualification (for applicable ratings)
UAV Survey and Type Rating
Autonomous Flight Planning
Practical Flight Training
UAOC Induction and Operational Competency Assessment (OCA)
Supervised and Unsupervised Flight Experience
Pricing Breakdown
RPAS Pilot Certificate: $998
Operational Competency Assessment: $629
Exposition Writing Service: $5175
Survey Course: $499
Chemical Rating Course: $5330
Ag Rating: $3000
Total: $15631 NZD incl. GST
Note: Additional costs may be incurred for examiner travel expenses.
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