P&S Agricultural Services offers a unique opportunity for those pilots who wish to pursue a specialized career in Helicopter Aerial Application.
Our program consists of 2 components - Flight Training and Agricultural Ground Training.
It is our goal to provide internship and employment opportunities for qualified individuals who successfully complete our program.
We have over 25 years experience in the agricultural industry. We pride ourselves on quality training and professionalism.
Call 561.723.1911 for more information.
P&S Agricultural Services - Program Highlights
Prerequisites for Training
- 2nd class Medical
- Commercial Rotorcraft Pilot's Certificate
Flight Training Components
- 25 Hours in the R44
- Aerial Application Tatics
- GPS guidance system
- Flow Meter
- Spray Patterns
- Loading from the ground
- Loading from the Truck Platform
- Emergency Procedures
Agricultural Training Components
- 25 Hours Ground to include
- Aerial Application Theory
- FAA part 137 Regulations
- Weight and Balance
- Calibrating the spray system
- Droplet Size and Spray pattern
- How to Apply Chemicals Correctly
- EPA and Government Regulations
- Record Keeping
- GPS System
- Flying the wire environment
- Customer Relations and PR
- State Pesticide Test
Program Fees/Financial Assistance/Availability
- The total cost of the program is $19,750
- The Bell 206B or MD500 can be used in place of the R44 for a course cost of $31,250
- The R44, MD500 and Bell 206B can be utilized in any combination of training. Custom Quote on request.
- Housing can be provided at an additional fee.
- Recurrent Ag Pilot Training available.
- Job Placement and Internship program's available for selected Pilots who complete the program
- Financing Available to qualified applicants
- Will furnish References upon request.