Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Abstract: The Salt Lake City Mosquito Abatement District has been using Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to apply larval control products since 2018. In 2022, The District purchased a DJI Agras T30 to increase their ability to aerially apply mosquito control products. This new aircraft is in addition to an older DJI Agras MG-1S that is still operating within the fleet. Together the two aircraft worked side-by-side to treat around 2,000 acres of larval habitats during the 2022 season.
In this presentation we will talk about the growth of the UAS program in Salt Lake City and we will cover some of the challenges and issues encountered during the year. We will talk about the differences between the two models of aircraft used this year, including the types of support equipment needed to operate them. Lastly, we will talk about the different requirements and regulations involved in operating an unmanned aerial system that weighs more than the Federal Aviation Administration’s 55-pound weight restriction.
