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The National Agricultural Aviation Association and National Agricultural Aviation Research and Education Foundation’s boards and committees met last week in Montreal, Canada, holding meetings simultaneously with the annual convention of the Canadian Aerial Applicators Association (CAAA). For decades, the CAAA has held their board meetings during NAAA’s annual convention. NAAA,...

Each year, the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) offers a range of valuable benefits designed to support operators and pilots throughout the season. These benefits are designed to enhance the safety, efficiency, and success of those in agricultural aviation and are made available to all those in the industry to...

The FAA has updated their Part 137 uncrewed aerial application systems (UAAS) webpage with a highlighted header which reads:  “The FAA has become aware of exemption holders conducting commercial agricultural operations in a manner noncompliant with the conditions and limitations of their exemption. Therefore, the FAA is implementing operational validations...

The National Agricultural Aviation Association is pleased to announce its 2025 officer team, led by NAAA President Mike Rivenbark. Serving alongside Rivenbark are Vice President Matt Hovdenes, Secretary Tim Swanson and Treasurer Sue Stewart. President Mike Rivenbark (North Carolina) 2025 NAAA President Mike Rivenbark is the operator of Moore’s Aerial Applicators...

Rising health insurance premiums have become a major concern for individuals and employers nationwide. The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) is dedicated to finding opportunities that enhance the benefits available to our members. Over the past few years, we’ve had requests for more affordable, quality health and life insurance options...

The 2024 Ag Aviation Expo, held at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas, set new records for the ag aviation community. With record-breaking attendance, innovative exhibits, and engaging programming, this year’s event proved why it remains a must-attend gathering for all of those in ag aviation. Sunday...

The 2024 Ag Aviation Expo was a resounding success in Fort Worth, Texas. Watch the recap video below.  

The following is from Andrew Moore's CEO Report during the 2024 Fall Board Meeting of the National Agricultural Aviation Association via NAAA. It has been edited for space. For the full report, visit agaviation.org. Andrew Moore, NAAA CEO started his state of the industry report during the 2024 Fall Board...

NAAA’s primary goal is to unite operators, pilots, allied businesses, and industry supporters to promote and safeguard the aerial application industry. However, the benefits of membership extend well beyond its mission. Joining NAAA means becoming part of a grassroots community filled with individuals who are passionate about their work. It’s...

via NAAA After two years of popularity, NAAA and NAAREF are bringing back the Flying in the Wire and Obstruction Environment Course on Saturday, November 16 beginning at 7:30 a.m. in Fort Worth, Texas. This course will be taught on the Saturday before the start of the 2024 Ag Aviation...