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Federal Register · December 4, 2024
The title they went with Transportation of Fuel for Agricultural Aircraft Operations Noisy translates that to

Crop dusters can now carry jet fuel without a special license

What happened
The US Department of Transportation wants to make it easier for agricultural pilots to transport jet fuel. States could waive a special license requirement for drivers carrying up to 1,000 gallons of aviation jet fuel for seasonal crop dusting.
Why it matters
This change makes it simpler for farmers and agricultural businesses to get fuel to remote airstrips during planting and harvesting seasons. It means fewer administrative hurdles for a specific, seasonal operation. This could slightly reduce the cost and logistical complexity of aerial crop treatment.
The signal
Watch for how many states adopt this waiver and whether agricultural aviation companies report any measurable cost savings or operational efficiencies in the next two years.
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