In the modern agriculture, the only constant is change. This axiom also holds true for aerial application. Modern spray planes are single purpose, with advanced spray systems, incorporating all of the technical advances (such as GPS swath guidance) that are typical in all aspects of modern agriculture.

Today's ag pilots are highly trained professionals, with ongoing upgrading on safety, crop care products, technical and environmental concerns.

The Saskatchewan Aerial Applicators Association, in conjunction with Saskatchewan Agriculture, operates an aerial applicator training program that ensures present and future applicators are well-qualified.

Calibration Clinics are offered by the Canadian association to test and modify spray equipment and patterns and assist in educating applicators about drift management.

Aerial application offers some unique advantages to modern farmers, such as the ability to apply crop protection products in a timely manner (morning and evening desiccation), or apply fungicides, herbicides, or insecticides quickly, even in wet conditions. Crop loss due to compaction is nonexistent, as are ruts or trampled straw, which can cause problems when harvesting or direct seeding.

The modern farmer uses all of the "tools" at his disposal, with the bottom line as his guide. Aerial application can be an integral tool, assisting farmers with their pursuit of cost-effective crop care.