Suitable equipment must be present to enable constant ground to air communications. In addition to proper equipment, pilots must have demonstrated ability and experience in applying fertilizer to forest land. Fertilizer application operations should be restricted to times of adequate daylight and visibility to ensure a safe, efficient application. Guideline Pilots must have demonstrated ability and experience in applying fertilizer to forest land. Weather and visibility conditions should not adversely affect treatment effectiveness.
Wind can affect the uniformity of the fertilizer application.
Avoid application when gusty wind conditions adversely affect treatment effectiveness or maintenance of buffer zones.