What type of aircraft is typically used to treat large habitats for mosquito control?

The typical type of aircraft used for treating large habitats for mosquito control is rotary or fixed-wing aircraft. Rotary-wing aircraft, like helicopters, are advantageous for their ability to hover and access difficult terrain where mosquitoes breed. They can also provide precise application of insecticides over areas that are hard to reach via ground vehicles, such as marshes or densely vegetated zones.

Fixed-wing aircraft are also employed in mosquito control as they are capable of covering vast areas more quickly, making them ideal for large-scale treatments. They can apply pesticides in a more uniform manner over extensive areas, allowing for efficient management of mosquito populations in open environments.

While drones and powered paragliders exist in the realm of pest control, they are generally not used for large habitat treatments on the scale that rotary or fixed-wing aircraft can manage effectively. Drones may be more suited for small, targeted areas or research applications, whereas powered paragliders lack the capacity and range required for extensive mosquito control operations.