About Carolina Aerial Applications Group

Rooted in the Carolinas. Committed to Your Crop.

Carolina Aerial Applications Group was founded on a simple belief: that the farmers of North and South Carolina deserve access to the same precision technology that large agribusiness operations use — at a price that makes sense for family farms and independent growers.

We combine deep agronomic knowledge with cutting-edge drone technology to deliver application services that reduce input costs, protect the environment, and improve yields.

  • Founded by Carolina farmers & aviation professionals
  • Serving all of NC & SC statewide
  • FAA Part 107 Certified operators on every job
  • Over 50,000 acres treated since founding
CAAG team in the field

Our Core Values

Stewardship

We treat every acre like it's our own. Responsible application practices protect your soil, your water, and your neighbors.

Precision

GPS-guided, variable-rate technology means the right product goes to the right place at the right rate — every single time.

Partnership

We're not just a service provider. We're a long-term partner invested in the success of your operation season after season.

Integrity

Transparent pricing, honest recommendations, and full documentation on every job. No surprises, no shortcuts.

Meet Our Team

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Jon Moore

Co-Founder & Pilot

Jon co-founded Carolina Aerial Applications Group with a vision to bring precision aerial technology to growers across the Carolinas. A licensed FAA Part 107 pilot with deep roots in Carolina agriculture, Jon leads flight operations and business development, ensuring every client receives the highest standard of service from first contact to final application report.

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Mike Puckett

Co-Founder & Operations Manager

Mike brings a rare combination of agricultural knowledge and operational discipline to CAAG. As Co-Founder and Operations Manager, he oversees scheduling, logistics, and client coordination — making sure every job runs on time, on budget, and to spec. His hands-on approach and commitment to grower success are the backbone of the company's day-to-day operations.

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Josh Wilson

Senior Pilot

With over 15,000 hours of flight time across fixed-wing, rotary, and unmanned platforms, Josh is one of the most experienced aerial applicators in the Southeast. His unmatched situational awareness and precision in the cockpit make him the go-to pilot for complex, high-acreage, and time-sensitive applications across North and South Carolina.

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Jeff Puckett

Pilot

Jeff is an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot with a strong background in precision agriculture. Detail-oriented and methodical, he excels at executing application plans with accuracy across a wide range of crops — from row crops and pastures to specialty applications like blueberries and orchards. Jeff's calm demeanor and technical skill make him a trusted member of every flight crew.

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Bradley Dick

Pilot & Senior Media Manager

Bradley combines elite drone piloting skills with a professional eye for aerial cinematography and media production. As Senior Media Manager, he captures stunning field documentation, promotional content, and application footage that tells the CAAG story. His dual expertise in flight operations and visual storytelling brings a unique dimension to the team and to every client engagement.

Professional-Grade Precision Spray Drones

We operate a fleet of two industry-leading agricultural drones — chosen for their power, reliability, and versatility across every crop type and terrain we serve in the Carolinas.

Talos T60x agricultural spray drone in action
Talos T60x

High-Capacity Heavy-Lift Sprayer

The Talos T60x is our workhorse for large-scale row crop and specialty applications. With a 13.2-gallon (50L) tank upgradeable to 15.8 gallons and up to 70 acres/hour efficiency, it handles high-volume jobs with ease.

Tank Capacity
13.2 – 15.8 gal
Efficiency
Up to 70 ac/hr
Spray Width
36 ft swath
Max Speed
45 ft/sec
XAG agricultural spray drone
XAG Drones

Autonomous Precision Application

XAG's fully autonomous unmanned aerial systems bring next-generation precision to every field. Ideal for seeding, liquid spraying, and dry fertilizer/lime spreading — with intelligent terrain-following and automatic mission planning.

Application Types
Spray, Seed & Spread
Spray Width
Up to 33 ft
Tank Capacity
Up to 13.5 gal
Navigation
Fully Autonomous

Ready to Work Together?

Contact our team today and let's talk about what precision aerial application can do for your operation.