At Virginia Ag Drones, our products and services are just the beginning. Our products, services and community engagement will serve as a catalyst, promoting progressive societal change, self-empowerment, more sustainable & regenerative farming, enhanced farmer to consumer community engagement and additional actions that serve to further strengthen our communities while greatly improving the environment and overall socioeconomic status of every region that chooses to embrace the previously stated. In addition, the products and training alone will place farmers and communities at the forefront of an already global agricultural transition/evolution. Most certainly not a transition anyone invested in their future would want to be behind on.
Our team is made up of highly experienced professionals with a passion for all things agriculture, conservation and the power of leveraging rigorously vetted Ag-Tech in an effort to promote the immensely positive financial, environmental & societal benefits that can be gained. No longer do our local communities & farmers need to repeat yet another year of playing the same game that inevitably brings the same complaints & heartaches. No longer are state of the art precision ag products/solutions & cost effective sustainable farming practices out of reach or unavailable within a serviceable range. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible service and support in the industry. Our team includes experts in agronomy, aeronautical science, horticulture, Marine Corps, military aviation, fire fighters, commercial ATP pilots, commercial real estate management & development, environmental conservationists, forestry & wetlands management, data-analytics and electrical engineering, as well as, experienced sales, certified UAV technicians and customer service professionals. Virginia Ag Drones also provides their customers operating in multiple states full access to our national network of on call freelance Ag Drone Mobile Operators. Thus, providing our customers with guarantees regarding large scale & multi-state operations requiring more complex operational logistics and the labor force to successfully execute each mission, and within the required time-frame.
Results oriented professional raised on family farm in King & Queen, VA. A United States Marine (3rd BAT 3rd MAR DIV - “Americas Battalion”) combat veteran & QRF Team Leader with years of experience as a leader both in and out of combat theaters. Founder of Virginia Ag Drones and over 10 years of flight experience. Education in Aeronautical Science & Commercial Aviation Operations. Specializing in state-of-the-art precision Multispectral, Thermal & Bathymetric LiDAR data collection. To include, aerial spray & spreading Ag Drone applications. Effectively adapts to fast-paced, ever-changing environments and takes pride in a superior level of professionalism. Firmly believes in maintaining a hard-charging, “can do” attitude without forgetting that all who wish to perform at a higher level must do so while balancing all aspects of their lives. Strives to never stop learning, growing, and improving.
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”
- Winston Churchill
Owner / Chief Pilot - Ag Drones East, LLC
Owner / Chief Pilot - North Carolina Ag Drones, LLC
Robert Hawlik
Owner & Chief Operating Officer | 227 Solutions LLC
As the dedicated Owner and COO of 227 Solutions LLC, Robert leverages his extensive military
background and expertise in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to deliver innovative, practical
solutions tailored to clients' unique needs. With over a decade of professional experience, Rob's
commitment to mission-driven results sets him apart as a trusted drone specialist and business
partner.
Military Career:
• Served honorably in the U.S. Air Force for over 15 years• Developed expertise in air-to-ground integration within Air Force Special Warfare• Completed multiple deployments and training exercises supporting global operations over
his military career
• Consistently provided commanders and stakeholders with practical, achievable solutions
Certifications & Expertise:
• FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot• Certified Private Pilot (Fixed-Wing Aircraft)• Level 1 Thermographer• NIST BPERP Certificate• New Jersey Certified Agricultural Pesticide Applicator• GIS work, including:◦ Vegetation index mapping for crop health management◦ Contour mapping for drainage and volumetric analysis◦ Burn area maps◦ Other specialized mapping services
Christopher Donohue
Owner & Chief Executive Officer | 227 Solutions LLC
A distinguished leader with over two decades of service in the U.S. Armed Forces, Chris brings his extensive experience in air-to-ground integration, new systems implementation,
and global operations to the commercial drone industry. As Owner and CEO at 227 Solutions LLC,
Chris is committed to driving innovation and excellence in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)
technology.
Military Career:
• Served in three branches: United States Marine Corps, Army, and Air Force• Multiple deployments supporting global operations during his distinguished 25-year career• Recognized for exceptional service with the Bronze Star Medal, Joint Services
Commendation Medal, and numerous other awards
Air Force Special Warfare Community (Last 16 years):
• Focused on air-to-ground integration and implementation of new systems and technologies
in UAS operations
• Developed expertise in strategic planning, team leadership, and adaptability in dynamic
environments
Certifications & Expertise:
• FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot• Level 1 Thermographer• NIST BPERP Certificate• New Jersey Certified Pesticide Applicator
We love our customers and the communities we serve. Please do not hesitate to request a private or public demo/meet & greet.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Newtown Road, Newtown, Virginia 23148, United States
Mon | 08:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Tue | 08:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Wed | 08:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Thu | 08:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 08:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | By Appointment | |
Sun | By Appointment |
Please try to provide a minimum 24-48 hours notice for urgent time-sensitive service requests. A per hour or acre fee will be assessed based on time allotted to complete service, Ag Drone Pilot’s & Field Operator’s availability, if the service will require one of our Command Center Trailers, and the overall logistics required to guarantee a successful & safe execution of the requested services within the required completion date/time.
(804)-461-8374 / jnorris@VirginiaAgDrones.com
We now proudly offer
DJI Ag Drone Support Packages!
Providing our communities & clients with state-of-the-art agriculture & farm management solutions backed by unparalleled drone product & application support.