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1. Introduction to Kisan Drone Operations Overview of drones in agriculture Role and responsibilities of a Kisan Drone Operator Types of agricultural drones Benefits of drone-based farm operations (spraying, mapping, monitoring) 2. Basic Drone Technology Parts of a drone (frame, motors, ESC, propellers, GPS, IMU, flight controller) Types of batteries and charging safety Payload systems and sprayer mechanism Sensors used in agriculture (RGB, multispectral) 3. DGCA Rules & Drone Regulations Categories of drones (Nano, Micro, Small, Medium) UIN (Unique Identification Number) UAOP (Operator Permit) / Digital Sky platform No-fly zones and airspace restrictions Safety guidelines and compliance procedures 4. Pre-Flight Preparation Site assessment and field layout Drone inspection checklist Battery check, propeller check, payload check Understanding weather conditions Mission planning using flight apps 5. Basic Flying Skills Manual and autonomous flying Takeoff and landing procedures Hovering, directional control, altitude management Emergency landing exercises Using remote controller & mobile app/ground control software 6. Advanced Drone Operations GPS mission planning Waypoint navigation Automated spraying routes Obstacle detection and avoidance Return-to-Home (RTH) functions 7. Agricultural Spraying Operations Types of pesticides, fertilizers, and their spray requirements Tank filling, mixing, calibration, and dosage control Nozzle selection and spray droplet control Drift management and safety gear Field coverage calculation and spray efficiency 8. Crop Monitoring & Mapping Basics of aerial imaging Creating field maps NDVI / multispectral data basics Assessing crop health, plant stress & water needs Generating reports and farmer communication 9. Maintenance of Drones Routine cleaning & servicing Battery maintenance and storage Propeller balancing and replacement Troubleshooting common technical issues Drone logbook management 10. Safety, Risk Management & Emergency Handling Pre-flight and post-flight checklists Chemical handling and PPE Weather considerations Fail-safe systems Managing mid-air failures, signal loss, battery failure 11. Simulator Training Virtual flight practice Manual control exercises Automated mission simulations Emergency drills using simulator 12. Soft Skills & Professional Skills Communication with farmers Recordkeeping and reporting Customer service and field demonstration Entrepreneurship opportunities in agri-drone services 13. Assessment & Certification Practical flying test Theory exam (safety, technology, spraying) Troubleshooting assessment Logbook and documentation verification
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Kissan Drone Operator
Drone Components & Working
DGCA Rules & Regulations
Pre-Flight Planning
Basic Flying Skills
Agricultural Spraying Operations
Crop Monitoring & Mapping
Drone Maintenance
Safety & Risk Management
Simulator Training
Soft Skills & Business Skills for Drone Service Providers
Final Assessment Structure
kisan drone operator

DGCA Rules & Regulations

  1. Drone Classification (Nano, Micro, Small)

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) classifies drones based on their weight:

  • Nano Drones:
    Weight: ≤ 250 grams
    No registration required, but must follow safety rules.
  • Micro Drones:
    Weight: 250 g to 2 kg
    Requires UIN and basic operating permission.
  • Small Drones:
    Weight: 2 kg to 25 kg
    Used in agriculture for spraying.
    Requires full registration, UIN, and pilot permit as per DGCA regulations.

These categories help identify regulatory requirements and permissible operations.

  1. UIN (Unique Identification Number)

A UIN is similar to a registration number for drones.

  • All Micro, Small, and higher category drones must have a UIN.
  • The UIN must be printed or displayed on the drone.
  • Helps track the drone, operator responsibility, and compliance with government rules.
  1. Pilot Permit Requirements

To legally operate a Kisan Drone, the pilot must have:

  • Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) issued by a DGCA-approved Drone Training Organization.
  • Age requirement: 18–65 years
  • Knowledge of drone rules, flying skills, maintenance & safety.
  • Medical fitness is required for safe operation.

This ensures only trained operators handle agricultural drones.

  1. Digital Sky Platform Usage

Digital Sky is India’s official portal for drone registration and permissions.
Operators use it for:

  • Registering drones and obtaining UIN
  • Applying for flight permissions (NPNT – No Permission, No Takeoff)
  • Checking airspace maps (green, yellow, red zones)
  • Applying for Remote Pilot Certificates
  • Reporting incidents or drone loss

All legal drone operations in India must follow Digital Sky rules.

  1. No-Fly Zones & Safe Flying Areas

DGCA airspace is divided into:

  • Red Zones: No flying allowed (airports, military areas).
  • Yellow Zones: Require special permission; controlled airspace.
  • Green Zones: Free to fly up to the permitted altitude for certified pilots.

Agricultural drone spraying must always be done in green zones or permitted yellow zones.

Operators must avoid:

  • Airports
  • High-security zones
  • Crowded public areas
  • National parks
  • Border regions
  1. Insurance & Compliance Guidelines
  • All drones (except Nano) must have third-party liability insurance.
  • Covers damages to people, crops, or property during operations.
  • Operators must maintain:
    • Flight logbook
    • Maintenance records
    • Chemical-handling safety compliance

Ensuring safety and accountability is mandatory for legal drone operations.

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