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A different role for the iconic Huey J & R Flying Service
The 802 is my office: Meandarra Aerial Meandarra, Queensland, Australia
Air Tractor makes host of announcements at 2016 NAAA convention • Air Tractor unveils new website at yearly ag aviation convention • Yield Defender UAS on display at NAAA convention
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NAAA convention hightlights Pratt & Whitney Canada debuts new technologies at 2016 NAAA convention • Pratt & Whitney Canada enhances service capabilities with “Virtual Presence” customer-collaboration solution • Pratt & Whitney Canada’s FAST™ Solution to help reduce costs and optimize aerial application operations
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GE Aviation increases capabilities and certifications announcements from the 2016 NAAA convention • Prime Turbines advances towards full overhaul capability for GE Aviation H Series engines • EASA Certifies GE H Series Electronic Engine and Propeller Control • GE H Series turboprops begin STC conversions for agricultural operators • GE & Thrush Aircraft support next-gen ag pilots with $5,000 scholarships • Cascade Aircraft Conversions purchases GE H series for ag conversions
06 AgAir Mail 08 Calendar of Events 37 The Hopper 38 Classifieds On the cover and this page: John Smith over Arkansas crop with his iconic UH-1H Huey.
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The normalization of deviance When you have invested a couple hours of your time listening to a speaker, it is always good that you take away with you at least one good item from the speech. Recently, I attended the Kick-Off Breakfast at NAAA’s 50th Anniversary Convention in Long Beach, California. The speaker was Colonel Mike Mullane, an astronaut. His presentation was fantastic, spellbinding all in the room. From his message, the one thing that stuck with me that relates to our industry so well is, “the normalization of deviance”. It is a bit odd to find these two keywords in the same phrase. But, with a little forethought, the phrase makes sense. In this presentation, deviance basically means taking shortcuts, at least that was how I understood it. Colonel Mullane was telling his audience that whenever we take a shortcut when doing something, deviating that is, the action is different than what we typically do. However, when we deviate often enough, then in our minds it becomes the norm, setting us up for failure. Colonel Mullane went on the explain how the normalization of deviance related to the Challenger tragedy where seven
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crewmembers were killed. The principle applies to ag-pilots and I’m sure in some, if not many cases it has caused a fatality. There are several examples of normalization of deviance that I know many ag-pilots do on a regular basis, proving the point. How many of us do not use a checklist, maybe not even a touch and feel type versus reading a written one? Have we deviated, or taken a shortcut, to where we think this is normal? How many of us use a cell phone while flying? In a sense, talking on the cell phone is a shortcut to handling business during the moment instead of while on the ground in a safer environment. Even more poignant is texting. I am sure when texting is done while flying an ag-plane, that pilot’s “little voice” in the background is reminding him this is deviating, or better said, done often enough, normalization of deviance. We text a few times and nothing bad happens. So, we text a few more times until it is a normal action. The same can be said about taking videos while spraying; normalization of deviance. Those two keywords, normalization and deviance, are very powerful in meaning.
They beg you to ponder your own actions. Are you guilty of this phenomenon? It is so easy to deviate from the right course for a shorter one. After a while, that deviation is no longer a shortcut, but a way of doing something and often incorrectly or unsafe. Safely flying ag day after day, year after year without an accident requires attention to details that other professions know nothing of. The professionals in this business are constantly analyzing how they do things, voiding pitfalls created by normalization of deviance. Recognizing the normalization of deviance and acting on it can mean the difference in an accident-free season or one of tragedy. Keep Turning...
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calendar of events January 4-6, 2017 LaAAA Convention Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Lake Charles, LA Ed Krielow 337-230-9952 January 5-6, 2017 MoAAA Convention Drury Lodge Cape Girardeau, MO Mike Hall 573-649-2587 January 8-10, 2017 ArAAA Convention Little Rock Marriott Little Rock, AR Kelly Conley 501-372-4500 www.araaa.org January 9, 2017 AzAAA PAASS Meeting Custom Farm Service of AZ Stanfield, AZ Brittany Armstrong 520-705-9692 January 11-13, 2017 TxAAA Convention Omni Corpus Christi, TX Lerena Campos 512-476-4405 January 15-16, 2017 NE AAA Convention Dover Downs, DE Sandy Carter 609-820-7846 www.northeastaaa.org January 16-18, 2017 OkAAA Convention Embassy Suites Norman, OK Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 sandy@okaaa.org
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January 19-21, 2017 MsAAA Convention Beau Rivage Casino/Hotel Biloxi, MS Vicki Morgan 662-299-7836 msaaa.com
February 17-19, 2017 NAAA Spring Board Meeting Westin Alexandria Alexandria, VA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org
January 23-24, 2017 AMAA Convention Heritage Inn Great Falls, MT Colleen Campbell 406-781-6461 www.montanaarialapplicators. org
February 20-22, 2017 NATA Convention Holiday Inn Kearney, NE Judy McDowell 402-475-6282 gonata.net
January 25-27, 2017 NM AAA Convention Inn at the Mountain Gods Mescalero, NM Wade Berry 575-640-7258 www.nmagaviation.org
February 23-25, 2017 Canada AAA Convention The Fairmont Banff Springs Banff, AB, Canada Jill Lane 780-413-0078 canadianaerialapplicators.com
February 6-8, 2017 SEAF Convention Francis Marion Hotel Charleston, SC Linda Minton www.flagaviation.org
May 27, 2017 International Crop Duster’s Day
February 12-14, 2017 NC AAA Convention Embassy Suites Cary, NC Mike Rivenbark 910-279-7069 ncagaviation@gmail.com February 13-15, 2017 Tri-State Convention River’s Edge Convention Center St. Cloud, MN 605-690-3477 sdaviation@gmail.com
August 8-10, 2017 Congresso SINDAG 2017 Edição Mercosul Gramado Canella Convention and Visitors Bureau Canela, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil www.congressosindag.com.br August 19, 2017 Brazilian Ag Aviation Day October 6-8, 2017 NAAA Fall Board Meeting TBD Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org
October 17-18, 2017 AFF Conference 2017 at Nimes Nimes-Garons Airport Nimes, France Lauran Allan 44 (0) 128 550 041 Lallen@tangentlink.com November 2017 PNW AAA Convention TBA Tara Lea Brown 509-989-9098 November 2017 Mid-States Ag Aviation Conference TBA Don Younglove 815-538-7717 rrflightservice@yahoo.com www.iaagaviation.com www.agaviation.com November 2017 CaAAA 68th Annual Convention TBA Terry Gage 916-645-9747 caaa@psyber.com November 2017 CoAAA Convention TBA 719-362-0743 coagav@gmail.com December 4-7, 2017 NAAA Annual Convention and Exposition Savannah, GA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org
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Hello Hoppy Darn it. Seems fatal accidents are one of those most undesirable things in ag aviation. Unfortunately, it is the nature of the game. I wish there were less. This year in the states has been sad with 13 fatalities, about double the norm. However, that doesn’t mean we give up the effort to try for zero fatalities worldwide; a tall order. You fly safe,—Bill
Look after yourself and take care. Hoppy Hopwood Noosaville, QLD Australia
True Track I just got through reading your December 2016 edition of AgAir Update from cover to cover! What a great way to catch up on
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Steve Rye Lake Providence, Louisiana Morning Steve; I really enjoyed reading the article, too. It brought back memories that included Bruce and me riding down together from Monticello to the LaAAA convention that year. I still don’t understand why GPS manufacturers have not picked up on Bruce’s invention. It is a huge safety item, reducing fatigue and increasing accuracy. Maybe reprinting the article will spark someone into action. Take care and will see ya in Lake Charles— Bill
Assuming yes, I want to say it has been a pleasure working with you. You have been of great assistance in helping bring AgAir Update to more New Zealand ag operators. I wish you the best for wherever life takes you. Kindest regards my friend,—Bill Thanks Bill. I appreciate that. It’s been 21 years I’ve served NZAAA in various roles. Gotto go now. Massive earthquake and lots of cleaning up to do. Cheers and best wishes for AgAir Update. John Sinclair Executive Officer — NZ Agricultural Aviation Association & NZ Helicopter Association
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Hello John; I received word that you are about to be leaving NZAAA and wanted to check in with you to see if this is true.
Hello Ann Yes, I most certainly recognize the Thrush. I bought it brand new from Ayres Thrush in February 1980 with air-conditioning and night lights for $156,000! I flew it two seasons for a little over 800 hours. The PT6A-11 S/N 001 was weak on take off with only 500 SHP, but once in the air it was fine. I know the H75 will vastly improve its performance.
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A different role for the iconic Huey at J & R Flying Service by Graham Lavender The distinctive “thwop thwop” of the 48-foot rotor diameter, Lycoming T53-powered helicopter that is reminiscent of American troops disembarking during Vietnam can only be attributed to one helicopter - the Huey. Bell Helicopter’s UH-1, labeled the most successful rotorcraft in aviation history, was first manufactured in 1956 to meet the Army’s requirement for a new helicopter to serve as a medical evacuation, instrument trainer and general utility aircraft. Over 16,000 have been put into service, amassing an incredible 27 million flight hours since its inaugural flight in October of 1956. As the years progressed and technology evolved into newer designs for rotorcraft and systems, the UH-1 was eventually phased out of production. Today, there are approximately 540 UH-1Hs registered with the FAA. Three of those aircraft belong to Arkansas operator J & R Flying Service and have been integral to the Arkansas rice crop since the operation added their first UH-1H in 2002. John Smith and Rick Meeks began their career in agricultural aviation in 1993 flying local farmer-owned Bell 47s. As the workload increased, John and Rick persuaded their farmers to add two Bell UH-1Hs to the fleet in 2002 for bucket application of fertilizer. Later in 2008, John and Rick bought the business from the growers and renamed it J & R Flying Service. At the
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time of the business purchase, it included a 510 Thrush in the line-up. Immediately afterwards, the duo added a 550 Thrush. Even with two fixed-wing aircraft in the fleet, John and Rick were still helicopter operators at heart. By this time, they were flying two UH-1Hs and had transitioned to flying the operation’s liquid applications with helicopters and dry applications with airplanes. The UH-1H was proving itself to be a successful tool for multiple applications on Arkansas rice crops. So much so that in 2011 J & R Flying Service added a third UH-1H to their fleet. This helicopter is flown by long-time employee Jeff Russell, who began loading aircraft in 2002 and has worked is way up to be one of J & R Flying Service main-line pilots. 2011 also saw the departure of one of the Thrushes and the addition of an Air Tractor AT-802, bought from Lane Aviation in Rosenberg, TX. In 2013, the second Thrush was sold. The AT-802 is mostly a dry-application aircraft and is flown by Rick’s son, Rick Meeks, Jr. Rick, Jr. was a fixture around the operation since its beginning. Rick Jr., began loading aircraft at a very early age and worked his way through flight school, eventually graduating from Flying Tigers Aviation in Bastrop, Louisiana in 2009. Rick, Jr. did a brief stint in Illinois flying a Weatherly applying fungicide before moving up to a turbine Ag-Cat. Rick, Jr. returned to J & R Flying Service to fly its Thrushes, then eventually moving to the AT-802. J & R Flying
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(Foreground L-R) Rick Meeks and John Smith along with the staff of J & R Flying.
Service’s 2016 model AT-802 is powered by the PT6A-65AG. It has a Transland 7 ½-inch gate and a SATLOC G4.
helicopter is 250-300 gallons with a majority of the work applied at five gallons to the acre. All helicopters use SATLOC G4 units for guidance. The UH-1Hs are powered by the Lycoming T53 turbine, which delivers 1350 shaft horsepower. Normal speeds across the field are 70-95 mph applying a 60-65 foot swath and burning about 80 gallons per hour.
“Everybody who flies for us, should work in a loader capacity first,” comments Rick, Sr. His pilots have taken this route and both Rick and John believe this is a great approach to have a very well-rounded pilot. Rick’s son isn’t the only family member helping get the job done at J & R Flying Service. Blake Meeks, Rick’s other son, along with Blake’s wife, Whitney, keep operations going on the ground and in the office. Ricks brother Hershel and son Dustin as well as long time employee Ty Collins round out the ground crew. John Smith’s daughter, Ashleigh, splits her time between college and J & R Flying Service. J & R Flying Service’s main season is May through June, however, work builds throughout the year. May sees some pre-flood applications of herbicide and fungicide. In July, one to three aircraft go to the Midwest to spray corn, while August brings sodium chlorate applications that last through October. The UH-1Hs are all equipped identical with CP-03 nozzles and polypropylene 400-gallon tanks. The normal load for the
J & R Flying Service is not limited to just aerial application flights with their helicopters. The operation is also a holder of a Part 133 External Load certificate, which enables their helicopters to conduct long-line, external load operations. The UH-1H can hold up to 3000 lbs “on the hook”. The UH1H’s Vietnam history isn’t lost on John Smith and Rick Meeks, or any of the employees at J & R Flying Service. Two of the three helicopters have verifiable Vietnam history and one of them was actually shot down during the conflict. Recently, while en route to attend a Vietnam Helicopter Pilot’s gathering in Maryland, a helicopter pilot stopped at the operation. Having looked up the serial number of the helicopter he had flown over the rice fields of Vietnam, he discovered it was based at J & R Flying Service. After a few introductions, the pilot was reunited with his old bird and was at the controls again; instead this time over the rice fields of Arkansas.
Opposite Page: John Smith in his UH-1H over cropland in Arkansas. This page: One of J & R Flying Service’s UH-1H Hueys.
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The 802 is my office: Meandarra Aerial by Bill Lavender Depending on where in the agricultural aviation world they’re located, operators typically have two to three ag aircraft. Some areas require less and others more. However once the number surpasses 10 ag aircraft, it is safe to say the company is large. One such company is based in Meandarra, Queensland, Australia with a fleet of 18 ag-planes, two firefightingspotter aircraft and two helicopters; for a total of 22 aircraft. This is a story about how an individual with no ag-aviation experience built a large fleet of ag aircraft. Meandarra Aerial is owned and operated by Fiona and Lachlan “Lachie” Hill. Lachlan was raised on the family farm in Meandarra and graduated from the University of Southern Queensland in Toowoomba in 1989 with a degree in agricultural engineering. Because Lachlan could not get timely aerial applications for his farm, he looked into the possibility of forming an aerial spraying service with a couple of aircraft mechanic friends. He decided it could be a profitable endeavor. Although at the time Lachlan was not a pilot, he had been working on earning his Private Pilot’s License. His job in the newly formed spray business was to estimate how much work could be acquired and his partner friends would determine which aircraft was the most suitable. They decided either an Ag
Wagon or Air Tractor would work. That’s when Lachlan realized he had no idea about what he was about to get into, since he thought an Ag Wagon and an Air Tractor were the same type aircraft! Over the next few months, his friends lost interest in the business and pulled out of the venture leaving him on his own. A few months later Lachlan located an Air Tractor (AT-301) based not too far away in Goondiwindi. He set a time to go look at the aircraft, but a few days before he was to arrive, the seller crashed the airplane. The seller, Michael “Curly” O’Connor, (who incidentally, years later, flies for Meandarra Aerial) said he would be rebuilding the Air Tractor and wanted to know if Lachlan was interested in setting up an operation with him in Meandarra. This was October, 1997. Rain came and the new partnership had a good run. However, the business pressures were getting to Curly and he wanted out of Meandarra Aerial. Now, Lachlan had customers, but no aircraft. In January 1998, Lachlan started looking for a pilot with at least 500 hours experience, knowing one with much more experience would not come work for an operator that had not yet bought an aircraft. Lachlan’s first hired pilot, Tony Campbell, agreed to come work with him. He even knew of an Ag Wagon for sale in Western Australia. Lachlan borrowed funds from the bank, bought
The recently bought and built Meandarra operation. Before, it was located on Lachlan’s parents’ farm.
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Tony an airline ticket, handed him a wad of cash and told him to go to Western Australia and bring back the Ag Wagon. They had their first job treating 400 hectares of mung beans lined up. The first part of Meandarra Aerial’s 1998 season went well. In May, rains came and kept coming. At times, as many as four additional aircraft were hired to help. Lachlan decided to add a second aircraft, a C-188 Ag-Husky with a 400 HP IO-720 engine, bought from Aircair Aviation in Moree, New South Wales. With two planes going wide open, Tony ended upside down in a sodden wheat field. Six days later, the second aircraft was wrecked on takeoff. It was then Lachlan came to a turning point with his flying business; should he take the insurance money and quit, or use it to start over. With the insurance money, he bought a third aircraft and started the rebuild process on the other two that had been damaged. In early 1999, Lachlan married Fiona and while on their honeymoon were “disappointed” by one of the Meandarra Aerial pilots. This was when he realized to really operate Meandarra Aerial successfully, he needed to have a Commercial Pilot’s License, an Aerial Operators Certificate (AOC) and become the chief pilot. Within a year, he did just that and was doing most of the flying.
In 2005, two more aircraft were added to the fleet, which were equipped for firebombing. A Call-When-Needed contract was signed with the Queensland Rural Fire Service (QRFS) to supply two fixed wing firebombers and an observation aircraft. More fire contracts were signed in the following years. In August 2007, an opportunity arose to purchase an operation that specialized in irrigated cotton spraying in Mungindi, NSW complete with two AT-802s; exactly what was needed to continue the expansion in aerial firefighting and Mungindi Aerial was launched with partners Charlie and Bianca Tootell.
Lachlan and Fiona at their office in Meandarra. Lachlan is rarely in the office. Lachlan says the AT-802 is his office. Fiona helps with scheduling and administration duties.
In 2002 Lachlan sold one of the rebuilt aircraft and used the money to buy his first turbine powered ag-plane, a Turbo Thrush. Later that year, Meandarra Aerial did its first aerial firebombing in the Tara and Toowoomba area. Lachlan realized this would be a good opportunity
for the company during dry times of the year when spraying was off, but the fire threat was high. In June 2003, the second turbine plane arrived and by the winter of 2004 Meandarra Aerial had five aircraft and was facing a dry season with the
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had six planes working in Mungindi and three in Meandarra. A couple of years later, another operation, Aero Farm, not too far from Mungindi in Talwood, became available and it was bought. More recently, Meandarra Aerial bought Jones Air in St. George, Queensland and with it came two AT-802s and two 510GR Thrushes. Today, Meandarra Aerial operates from three bases with the main base in Meandarra using 12 turbine 510 Thrushes, six AT-802s, two C-210 spotter aircraft and two R22 helicopters for a total of 22 aircraft. All six AT-802s are powered by PT6A-65AG engines, while 10 of the Thrushes are 510GRs with TPE331-10 engines and two are 510Ps with PT6A-34AG engines. How does Lachlan Hill operate 18 ag aircraft and still fly full time? “I do it with good people. I have reliable partners running the Mungindi and St. George bases. It may appear to be a lot of aircraft and pilots to keep up with, when really it isn’t. Four of the AT-802s often are parked on standby for a firefighting contract. The Thrushes are divided up between three operations. “Our work is totally rainfall dependent. Regardless of the time of year, when it rains we fly. When it doesn’t rain, we don’t spray, instead we fall back on our firefighting contracts. It all works hand-in-hand. Our winter work runs between April and November, while our summer work is November to April.”
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“In the Meandarra area, primarily wheat, barley, milo and chickpeas are grown. The wheat, barley and chickpeas are a winter crop. We don’t receive enough rain in the summer to double crop, so the land lays out. But, we still have to spray it with glyphosate to keep weeds down. It is critical for soil in the Meandarra region to build up a moisture reserve during the summer, requiring the need to keep out any weeds when there is not a crop planted. Meandarra Aerial’s business is built on the foundation of glyphosate work. Crops treated range from spreading urea on grain to spraying insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and desiccates. Most of our spray applications are 20-30 liter/ha (2-3 gpa), while dry urea on grain is typically 100 kg/ha (100 lb/a), depending on the crop,” explains Lachlan. “In Mungindi and St. George irrigated cotton is the primary crop. Both areas are south of Meandarra near the New South Wales / Queensland provincial border. We have one unique customer at Cubbie Station that raises 18,000 ha (45,000 acres) of cotton in one block subdivided into 1,000 ha (2,500-acre) fields. It can easily be seen by satellite on Google. “To be successful, I have found it necessary to work as close to the field as possible. For that reason, we probably fly from as many as 100 or more different airstrips in a 600 km (360 mi) by 400 km (250 mi) area for three operations. Minimizing the ferry distance in most cases has allowed us to increase our hourly gross.” Meandarra Aerial’s fire season runs from October through January. Contracts are typically with Queensland Rural Fire Service and Origin Energy. With the Origin Energy contract, the AT-802s are allowed to spray early morning, while on standby in the afternoon with a required response time of 15 minutes. This contract is to protect gas wells. QRFS’s contract allows a daybefore notice and is considered a partial contract. There are two AT-802s on each contract. Also, other fire contracts are worked and in the past as far away as Western Australia. In addition to operating a fleet of 18 ag planes and an additional two spotter aircraft and two helicopters, Lachlan has 7,000 hectares (17,500 ac) of farmland of which 4,000 ha (10,000 ac) are planted in wheat, barley, milo and chickpeas. There are also about 350 cattle on the farm. The Meandarra Aerial ground crew helps with the farming. This too works hand-in-hand when the company is busy spraying, the farming work is less and vice versa. It is a remarkable feat for a married couple to build an ag-aviation company from one ag-aircraft into a fleet of 22 aircraft, whilst at the same time remaining a hands-on operation. Fiona and Lachlan Hill have been able to do it with hard work, long hours and supportive employees. Their beliefs in making it easy to use Meandarra Aerial while not making promises that can’t be filled, good communications and no substitute for quality have been the path to their success.
Air Tractor unveils new website at yearly ag aviation convention Air Tractor, Inc., rolled out its redesigned website at the NAAA Convention and Expo in Long Beach, California. The annual NAAA Convention, which brings together ag operators, aircraft manufacturers and others suppliers, is the ag aviation industry’s most important gathering. The improved, new airtractor.com website features a clean, uncluttered design, with simplified navigation, and an impressive list of improvements and features—all geared toward providing smooth and easy access to essential information on any device. “The goal of our redesign,” said Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch, “was to make it simple, intuitive and quick to find information and content. Our visitors
want information fast, and now it is right at their fingertips.” The new site features spectacular new imagery and up-to-date sales and technical information on the complete line of Air Tractor agricultural, firefighting, and utility aircraft. The site is multi-language—with English, Spanish and Portuguese translations to accommodate Air Tractor’s international customers. A Dealer section makes it simple to navigate to individual dealers—literally. Along with interactive maps, visitors will find complete GPS coordinates. An improved Owner portal allows owners to register their aircraft and receive easy access to maintenance manuals and service letters.
The “responsive” design means that the new airtractor.com website adjusts to whatever device it is being viewed on — making navigation easy even on a smart phone.
The Downloads page allows visitors to download sales literature along with desktop images and mobile wallpapers of Air Tractors in flight. A News page gathers the latest news and information on Air Tractor and allows visitors to subscribe to receive
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Air Tractor News updates delivered to their Inbox. Quick links to social media are easily accessible along with a host of other impactful improvements throughout the site. Coming soon, a new, expanded Air Tractor Gear page will offer Air Tractor branded apparel and merchandise. “Our team developed the new Air Tractor site with the ‘user experience’ first and foremost,” Jim Hirsch concluded. “Our customers and dealers were generous with their input on how we could improve their experience on our site. We listened, and it shows in the new airtractor.com website.”
Yield Defender UAS on display at NAAA convention The Yield Defender unmanned aerial system was on display at the National Agricultural Aviation Association Convention trade show in Long Beach, California last month. The drone system
is the flagship aircraft of Hangar 78 UAV, which was acquired by Air Tractor, Inc. earlier this year. According to Wes Hall, Vice President of UAS Technologies, Yield Defender is specifically engineered to serve the agriculture industry as a complete, turnkey system for field scouting and precision agriculture crop analysis. Manufacturing, research and development is headquartered in Olney, Texas. The Yield Defender unmanned aerial system includes Mission Planner PC software, High Endurance quad multirotor ag drone, professional-grade onboard sensors, and CropVue imaging processing software. “Yield Defender produces data to do farming jobs more effectively and efficiently—from monitoring crop health and yields to field scouting, drought assessment and field surveying. It provides immediate, on-the-spot insights on the condition of crops and fields so farmers can address issues quickly,” says Hall. Using Yield Defender Flight Management
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Will there be a day when drones replace manned aerial application aircraft? “That day is far, far in the future,” asserts Hirsch. “There is a huge economic barrier for bringing to market remotely controlled, large payload ag aircraft. As an example, we can all see how self-driving cars are still a long way from being perfected. What’s more, the FAA has not even begun to develop a certification framework for unmanned aerial spray planes, and likely won’t for the next ten to twenty years.”
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Rather than being competitors, Wes Hall sees agricultural drones as an additional service that aerial applicators can provide
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The new Thrush 510AS built by Redbird is the most advanced agricultural aviation simulator in the world – and training programs in it will soon be available at the Thrush Aircraft factory training center in Albany, Georgia. The 510AS is a full motion simulator with all functional flight and spray application controls. Thrush Aircraft course curriculums will include both classroom and simulator time, and be taught by on-site staff and overseen by Thrush Aircrafts chief pilot. In addition to emergency procedures, normal operations such as navigation programming, spray patterns and overall flight management will be taught as well. Two training courses will be initially be available. A seat in this course will be offered at no cost to customers purchasing a new Thrush. It’s designed to provide a solid orientation on both the 510G and 510P as well as normal and emergency procedures under daily working conditions. And, for a very limited time, this course will be available at no cost to all customers who purchased a new Thrush between 2003 and 2016. Additional course seats will also be available for purchase by customers at a discount. For more information on the new 510AS, contact Thrush Aircraft.
The GE H80-powered Thrush 510G that was displayed on the floor at this year’s NAAA Convention in Long Beach, California may look like other 510G’s you’ve seen before – but it was actually some $25,000 times less money than the first 510G’s the company produced. That’s because of a special promotion GE has put into effect that provides a $25,000 discount on the next fifteen H80 engines they build for Thrush. This means putting a new 510G in your hangar just got about 25,000 times easier. But, as Eric Rojek at Thrush Aircraft cautioned us, customers should act fast – because once those next fifteen engines are gone, they’re gone. And, as if to put even more truth to that statement, he advised that Thrush has sold four aircraft so far under this promotion – thanks to this summer’s Feeding the World Tour. That means there are only eleven left!
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A low battery is one of the main ingredients for speedy cooking. Since a turbine engine lives on lots of air, you can speed up the cooking process by using a low battery which reduces the spool speed and airflow into the engine and gives you a much higher cooking temperature. Many people don’t like the taste of the fuel in the barbecue, but I have been unable to cook without it. I have learned how to remove almost all of the fuel flavor by adding the quart of fuel early in the start at a low turbine speed with lower air flow and the increase in temperature gets rid of most of the flavor. Never get too excited about a rapid temperature rise because this is proof that the engine is cooking well and the fire is not going out. A rapid temperature rise always stops somewhere and can relieve the stresses in the engine by releasing the blades and vanes that
restrict the airflow. (Caution. Don’t stand by exhaust during this cooking process.) Maintain concentration on the task you are going to perform and don’t be distracted by the start because other things are much more important. Paying too much attention to the gages during the start may cause you to lose your train of thought and mess up the cooking of your engine. The quart of barbecue sauce is to be sent to the turbine engine shop with your cooked engine so they can pour it over your cooked parts. It will make them taste better when you eat them. Remember, for a well-cooked turbine engine barbecue always use a good recipe like this for the best barbecue. Happy cooking!
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How-some-ever (that’s good southern English), now I want to put in a plug for the Mississippi AAA. In the early spring of each year prior to the onset of “B…To The Wall” all day / everyday flying, each of the six districts in the state will have a spring safety meeting, which will include a fish-fry, crawfish boil, barb-que ribs, chicken, sausage, steaks, etc. These safety meetings / cookouts are primarily sponsored by insurance companies and chemical companies fuel suppliers and other manufactures of ag aviation products. The sponsors, of course, will have a turn at the podium to push their wares and introduce new products. A representative from the local FSDO will also be invited and given a turn to talk on previous year accident investigations, safety and FAR’s.
however, that there is one state, even though it does have a safety program, had the highest accident / fatality rate per hour flown than any other state in that part of the county. Go figure! Again, in my opinion, and simply stated, all states should follow the example set by the state that seems to be doing the right thing. Mississippi leads the way. Be safe, have fun, make money
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So what are the genuine, tangible results of these meetings? Just to name a few; 1. New pilots get to rub shoulders with the older guys and listen to some real “hangar stories” and maybe pick up some good tips on being a better ag pilot. 2. Goodwill is promoted among competitors with the possibility of working together when one or the other needs help. They get to know each other better. 3. A good rapport is established / maintained with the FAA and this alone is reason enough to have such a meeting. 4. The food is great, only costing you the drive / flight to the meeting place. It’s a fun time for the entire family and helps start the season on a pleasant note. 5. And lastly, and I think insurance statistics will support this, the overall accident rate in Mississippi has been steadily declining following the introduction of these safety meetings several years ago. In fact, Mississippi has had a very low accident rate per hours flown, if not the lowest, which translates into lower insurance cost.
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Hatfield inducted into Michigan Aviation Hall of Honor Western Michigan University’s College of Aviation Awards proudly announces William “Bill” Hatfield has been inducted in its Hall of Honor - Class of 2016. In 1970, Bill and his wife, Nancy, began a journey that would change their lives. Having recently graduated from Western Michigan University, where Bill earned his degree and pilot's license, the two Hatfields entered into the world of agricultural aviation and started Hatfield Spraying Service in Nunica, Michigan. Over the past 46 years, Bill has been at the forefront of the agricultural aviation industry. For over four decades, he has been instrumental in establishing and running the Michigan Association of Agricultural Aviation and an active member of National Agricultural Aviation Association.
Fellow Michigan operators Al Schiffer (L) and Mike Schiffer (R) flank Michigan Aviation Hall of Honor inductee William “Bill” Hatfield.
During the fall of 1990, Bill founded a new company, Turbine Conversions, Ltd, that develops new turbine-powered conversion options for agricultural aircraft. In October of 2013, Bill was the recipient of "The Wright Brothers Master
Pilot Award" issued by the Federal Aviation Administration to individuals who have 50 or more years of civil and military flying experience, while in 2014 he was inducted into the National Agricultural Aviation Hall of Fame in Jackson, Mississippi.
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Now is the time to determine which adjuvants you need by John Garr and Jerry Green, GarrCo Products If you have not already done so, now is the time to determine how you are going to use adjuvants next season. Adjuvants do a lot of useful things, but figuring out which adjuvants to use when can be a bit difficult. We will try to help make it a little easier for you.
Many adjuvant functions Adjuvants can be any substances that have no biological activity when they are applied alone but when you apply the “right” ones with pesticides and other types of biological products, they enhance activity or improve application characteristics, usually eliminating real and potential mixing and spraying problems. When adjuvants are added to pesticide formulations,
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they are called “in-can” adjuvants. When added separately, they are called “tank-mix” adjuvants. Many pesticide formulations contain in-can adjuvants. However, building a total adjuvant system into a formulation does not always work well because of the need to apply different spray volumes. Adjuvant efficacy often depends on its concentration, the percent of the spray volume, and an in-can adjuvant can only be the right concentration at one spray volume. For example, if the manufacturer designs the surfactant system to be the right concentration at 5 gal/A, it will be 4X too high at 20 gal/A and 5X too low at 1 gal/A. Our experience is that pesticide manufacturers rarely put the
Cosmetic damage is not usually of concern unless the leaf or fruit is sold directly to the consumer. Tank-mix adjuvants are generally regarded as safe and largely exempted from regulation by the U.S. EPA. They do not kill pests and usually do not show any effect on plants. At most, adjuvants may cause a little cosmetic damage on sensitive plant tissue, usually by solubilizing waxes and allowing the plant tissue under the spray deposits to desiccate and result in some leaf burn or necrotic spotting. This cosmetic damage is not usually of concern unless the leaf or fruit is sold directly to the consumer. In these cases, using a lower concentration or a milder adjuvant usually solves the problem.
Pesticide manufacturers know adjuvant quality varies greatly and their products will not always be in the spray tank with the best products. The solution for most pesticide manufactures is to recommend their products at rates high enough to work even with the poorer quality adjuvants. Even when you use the best adjuvants, it is still generally not a good idea to cut pesticide rates below label recommendations because pesticide manufacturers usually only stand behind their products when the full rates are used. In addition, full pesticide rates and the best adjuvants together help prevent the evolution of the slowly creeping types of pest resistance.
Special consideration for aerial application Develop your plans for adjuvants now before you get too busy. Anticipate pest problems and determine which adjuvant functions you will need. Aerial applicators know better than anyone how to apply pesticides at low spray volumes and have a high reputation to keep. However, the pressure to be perfect is increasing. Aerial applicators apply too much, too quickly to wait to see unwanted biological responses or product on their windshields to make corrections. Today’s yield monitors show uneven spray patterns and the grower is more likely to blame you than the products he asked you to apply for any streaks in the field. You will give your customers more uniform applications and better efficacy when you use adjuvants properly.
Adjuvant and formulation inert functions Adjuvants are commonly grouped into two categories: activator adjuvants that enhance biological activity and utility adjuvants that improve application characteristics. One well-known expert once declared that different spray adjuvants do different things in different applications. It’s a catchy phrase, but what adjuvants do is not a mystery. The beneficial functions of adjuvants are well defined and can be at any stage of the application process, from the product formulation to the pest (see figure).
How to use Applicators must consults pesticide labels to determine what adjuvants to add to the spray tank. The label directions can be specific requirements, general recommendations or prohibitions. When adjuvant use is not mentioned, the applicator has the discretion on what to use. Hopefully you never have to deal with a situation where pesticide label directions contradict each other. If that occurs, do not mix those products and contact the manufacturer for guidance.
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full amount of surfactants and other adjuvants needed in their formulations. Tank-mixing additional adjuvant usually helps. Pesticide manufacturers generally feel that putting the full amount of adjuvant “in-can” requires too much volume and thus overly dilutes the amount of pesticide in the product. And maybe even more importantly, pesticide manufactures need to cooperate with the distributors who sell their pesticides. All distributors have their own brand of adjuvants, which their sales force is strongly encouraged to sell.
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VeriFly GPS debuts in Long Beach at the NAAA Convention At this year’s NAAA convention VeriFly GPS debuted in booth #1043. While VeriFly has been cautiously introduced over the last several seasons in North America it was more widely available and publicly displayed in the VeriFly and partner booths. VeriFly has many innovative features that set it apart with more powerful apps being added all the time. It sets a new standard in so many ways, from the modern, intuitive software to the ground-up design that is optimized for an aerial applicator’s
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VeriFly has many innovative features that set it apart with more powerful apps being added. Paperless, yes please. USB stick, no thank you. The VeriFly system is built on internet connectivity, it’s not an add-on. VeriFly is always online so that you get real-time work orders in, coverage maps out, and tracking all the time. Diagnostics and support can be performed in the air. The web-enabled tracking system shows the aircraft location, the field that is being worked on, coverage in real-time, and the ETA of the aircraft for loaders who are preparing for the next load. VeriFly also has many standard features and they are done well, with class. The Lightbar is a sleek carbon fiber design with bold, ultra-bright, sunlight readability. It has informative displays and custom setup. The capacitive touch-screen display is large and does justice to the state-of-the-art software which has no limits and is very easy to use.
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EPA takes action to prevent poisonings from herbicide WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing safety measures to stop poisonings caused by ingestion of the herbicide paraquat, which can also cause severe injuries or death from skin or eye exposure. Since 2000, there have been 17 deaths – three involving children – caused by accidental ingestion of paraquat. These cases have resulted from the pesticide being illegally transferred to beverage containers and later mistaken for a drink and consumed. A single sip can be fatal. To prevent these tragedies, EPA is requiring: • new closed-system packaging designed to make it impossible to transfer or remove the pesticide except directly into the proper application equipment; • special training for certified applicators who use paraquat to emphasize that the chemical must not be transferred to or stored in improper containers; and • changes to the pesticide label and warning materials to highlight the toxicity and risks associated with paraquat.
In addition to the deaths by accidental ingestion, since 2000 there have been three deaths and many severe injuries caused by the pesticide getting onto the skin or into the eyes of those working with the herbicide. To reduce exposure to workers who mix, load and apply paraquat, EPA is restricting the use of paraquat to certified pesticide applicators only. Uncertified individuals working under the supervision of a certified applicator will be prohibited from using paraquat. Paraquat is one of the most widely-used herbicides in the U.S. for the control of weeds in many agricultural and non-agricultural settings and is also used as a defoliant on crops such as cotton prior to harvest. EPA proposed similar measures last March and took public comment. Actions on specific pesticides are one way that EPA is protecting workers from pesticide exposure. EPA’s Final Certification and
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Tribute to Eddie Henry Andrews by Bruce Andrews December 6, 2016 started as usual here at Bruce's Flying Service, Inc. But, quickly changed with the passing of Eddie Andrews. Eddie and I started working together 37 years ago here in Arlington, Georgia for my dad and Eddie's brother, Fred Andrews. Eddie and I were taught from the ground up in this industry. We learned to fly, load airplanes, run all ground operations and most all maintenance of agricultural aircraft, primarily the Thrush aircraft. We flew this aircraft and maintained our fleet 37 years, with many thousands of hours spent together doing the job we loved. Eddie and I always had one another's back and when adversity showed its head we stuck together. He never left me to stand alone. He was always there for me! We did not always agree on different issues or situations, but agreed to disagree because we always new where our focus should
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Eddie was born in Dothan, Alabama on September 28, 1953 to the late John Winston Andrews and Annie Mildred Arnold Andrews. He was a crop duster with Bruce's Flying Service of Arlington, Georgia. He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Midland City, Alabama. Survivors include his wife: Kaylah Elizabeth Conrad Andrews of Arlington, two daughters Kyndal Bayman and husband, Daniel, of Valdosta, Georgia and Jessica Andrews of Arlington, a
sister, Barbara Williams of Dothan and four brothers; J. W. and Lou Vera Andrews of Midland City, Gerald and Doris Andrews and Larry and Martha Andrews all of Dothan and Fred and Glenda Andrews of Arlington. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Sara Kornegay and a brother, Thomas Andrews. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made at any First State Bank for a college fund set up for Jessica Andrews.
So, God Speed to Eddie, my Uncle/Brother, partner and closest friend as he flies over the horizon until I do the same where I know he is waiting for me. We’ll belly up to the back of the pickup truck and dig into an ice chest and for a cold one and talk about old times. Love you my Brother! Eddie Andrews, 63, of Arlington, Georgia passed away Tuesday December 6, 2016 at Pioneer Community Hospital of Early in Blakely, Georgia. Graveside services were held Friday, December 9, 2016 at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery in Midland City, Alabama with Rev. Ryan Mason officiating. The family held visitation Thursday evening, December 8, 2016 at Manry Jordan Hodges Funeral Home Blakely, Georgia.
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the shop that anyone could ask for. He was always the go-to-guy because of his knowledge and patience. He was a teacher to many and most of all, had a pleasant way about him toward his fellow man. He also loved his family and they were always put first before his needs or wants. When he was not working here at the airport, he took time with his girls to teach them to drive, ride horses, handle firearms safely and to take care of themselves in the many situations life has to offer. He will be greatly missed!
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God’s judgments and wrath upon Babylon “Render to her (Babylon) just as she rendered to you, and repay her double according to her works; in the cup which she has mixed, mix double for her” (Revelation 18:6). The English word “double” comes from the Greek word “diplous” which means “double the double.” God’s law ordained a double penalty (Exodus 22:4, 7, 9). God punished Israel double because of their sin (Isaiah 40:1-2,
Jeremiah 16:18, 17:18). The tribulation followers of Jesus Christ who are killed will pray, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge and avenge our blood on those who dwell on the earth?” (Revelation 6:10). Jesus tells
all believers to pray for our enemies and do good for them, and never take revenge against them. But that doesn’t eliminate God’s vindication of His people. “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord (Romans 12:19). God’s wrath will destroy the ungodly Babylonian political, commercial, and financial systems, and pay them back according to their evil work and evil practices (Psalm 28:4). Paul wrote,
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“In the measure that she (Babylon) glorified herself and lived luxuriously, in the same measure give her torment and sorrow; for she says in her heart, ‘I sit as queen, and am no widow, and will not see sorrow’” (Revelation 18:7). Self-importance, self-glory, and self-gratification are very serious sins—God hates pride (Proverbs 8:13). Babylon says, “I will be a queen forever” (Isaiah 47:7). But God will give her torment in the same magnitude as her success. “Babylon, the glory of kingdoms, the beauty of the Chaldeans’ pride, will be as when God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah”
(Isaiah 13:19). Babylon is proud of her glory and wealth; but God will destroy her. Pride goes before destruction (Proverbs 16:18). God says, “I will punish the world for its evil and the wicked for their iniquity” (Isaiah 13:11). Herod accepted the praise of the people, and an angel of the Lord struck him because he did not give God the glory, and he was eaten by worms and died (Acts 12:22-23). “God is opposed to the proud” (James 4:6). “For this reason in one day her plagues will come, pestilence and mourning and famine, and she will be burned up with fire; for the Lord God who judges her is strong” (Revelation 18:8). Babylon was
captured in one day by the Medo-Persian army (Daniel 5), but this time Babylon will be totally destroyed in one day. Babylon will be destroyed like Sodom and Gomorrah (Isaiah 13:19). The seventh bowl judgment tells us about the destruction of Babylon. “Babylon the great was remembered before God, to give her the cup of the wine of His fierce wrath. And every island fled away, and the mountains were not found. And huge hailstones, about one hundred pounds each, came down from heaven upon men; and men blasphemed God because of the plague of the hail, because its plague was extremely severe” (Revelation 16:1921). The Antichrist and his forces of men and demons are no match for God’s supernatural forces!
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“Whatever a man sows, this he will also reap” (Galatians 6:7).
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“And the kings of the earth, who committed acts of immorality and lived sensuously with her, will weep and lament over her when they see the smoke of her burning” (Revelation 18:9). Babylon will be the capital of a oneworld socialistic government that’s ruled by the Antichrist and forces everyone to worship him and take his mark to buy and sell anything (Revelation 13-14). The ten kings and subordinate leaders, and merchants will become rich because of this ungodly system. They’re not repentant or apologetic for their sins, but they will passionately cry over the loss of Babylon—their worldly god that has provided them with their worldly riches. Jesus said “You cannot serve God and money.” “Standing at a distance because of the fear of her torment, saying, ‘Woe, woe, the great city, Babylon, the strong city! For in one hour your judgment has come’” (Revelation 18:10). The merchants don’t seem to want to get too close to Babylon for fear her torment might come upon them. This indicates that Babylon is a
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city with a geographically location. This is before every island fled away, and the mountains are not found (Revelation 16:20-21). Why would Babylon be called the great and strong city? Maybe because it still exists after the first five seal judgments, the six trumpet judgments, and five bowl judgments have been poured out and Babylon is still standing. The subordinate kings and merchants of the Antichrist are mourning because their worldly provider is destroyed. “And the merchants of the earth weep and mourn over her, because no one buys their cargoes any more—cargoes of gold and silver and precious stones and pearls and fine linen and purple and silk and scarlet, and every kind of citron wood and every article of ivory and every article made from very costly wood and bronze and iron and marble, and cinnamon and spice and incense and perfume and frankincense and wine and olive oil and fine flour and wheat and cattle and sheep, and cargoes of horses and chariots and slaves and human lives” (Revelation 18:11-13). If John wrote
this today he would probably list the worldwide stock and commodity markets of today. The destruction of Babylon will bring a violent end to the Antichrist’s ungodly political, commercial, financial, and socialistic systems of this world. “The fruit you long for has gone from you, and all things that were luxurious and splendid have passed away from you and men will no longer find them” (Revelation 18:14). The words “long for” comes from the Greek word “epithymia” which means “lusting and craving.” God will bankrupt the commercial and financial systems of the world, and the luxuries and wealth of Babylon that people have lusted for are gone. When Babylon’s controlling systems are destroyed everything else will disintegrate. Worldly minded people will lust for things that cannot be found. There will be very little food to buy and water to drink, and demons attacking and killing people; and someday God will bring these things upon this ungodly world. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life… And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die” (John 11:25-26).
On December 9th several members of the AAAA hosted Arkansas Ag Secretary and the Arkansas Department of Aeronautics at Tommy’s Flying Service in Sherrill. Tommy Anderson, Michael Hutchins, Jerald Burns, Derek Hallum, Brian Hawkins, David Strohl, and Dennis Gardisser along with Executive Director, Katherine Holmstrom and Melissa Moody and David Dunn from Capitol Partners met with Arkansas Agriculture Department Secretary Wes Ward and Richard Mills and Lily Roberts from the Arkansas Department of Aeronautics.
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Dennis Gardisser gave Mr. Ward an overview of the ag aviation industry by discussing the skill and precision that each pilot and aircraft must have and how aerial application is a critical component of high-yield agriculture. After a tour of Tommy’s facility, Michael Hutchins took Mr. Ward up for a quick
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Something to think about It’s a brand new year. Two Thousand Seventeen has never happened before and will never happen again. A statement such as this sounds redundant doesn’t it? It is however, a true statement and one we should take seriously. We will have one shot at getting it right. As we look forward to a new year and new seasons, plans are already being made to harvest a crop that isn’t even planted yet. That’s the optimistic nature of agriculture. All good plans are
salted with a big portion of caution and flexibility. “Make a plan; then plan to change it.” As ag pilots, we are but one wheel in a big machine. We just happen to be the coolest wheel.
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Our chemicals have evolved by leaps and bounds in the past several years. Growers and PCAs have more tools in their box. That’s a good thing. However, it also brings a problem of staying current on what’s new. We need to update our tactics to match the new technology. Every year we read about a mix ups in chemicals. Herbicides finding their way into non-herbicide mixes. You can imagine the results. Every pilot’s nightmare. In the old days, the usual culprit was partial containers without a proper label or in the wrong container altogether. I believe we pretty much killed that dog by training and hammering in the practice of having proper labels and containers. The problem now is
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Ag aviation is a continuously evolving industry. Every year brings changes in technology and new ways of doing old things. Add that to the heat of battle during the height of the season with trailers full of chemicals and work orders stacked up to the ceiling. The loader crew is doing their best to stay ahead of the airplanes.
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Most of us have been in their shoes and know there isn’t much time for reading. Grab it and go. A blurry glance at the container is about as good as it gets. There is a chain of safety checks between the warehouse and the loader hose. If there was a problem, it would have been caught before now. Right? Then the phone calls start coming in. Dark clouds start to gather. Once the money handle goes down that’s all there is. It’s done and there ain’t no changing it. As our work environment has changed we’ve adapted, but have overlooked some inherent complications. There is an irony to growth, as things become more complicated they need to be simplified. We have smart people in our industry, smarter than ever before. We are still however, just people. Mistakes happen and we tend to leave too much to chance and rely too heavily on all these new and improved methods. It doesn’t matter how professional and sharp your operation is. You can personally dot every ‘i’ and cross every ‘t’, but sooner or later something is going to slip through
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the cracks. I don’t think we have noticed how much wider those cracks are becoming. I have brought up the proposition of marking chemical containers. I would like to propose a color code system be incorporated on the labels themselves. A bold, red band or border on the label of herbicides for example. It’s a flag that would have a good chance of catching the eye of the ground crew as they reach for the jug. A redundant safety catch. It would not require a complete rework of the manufacturers label, only an addition of the band or border. I believe it would be a cost effective, non intrusive change that could be implemented quickly and without a lot of hoops to jump through. If chemical companies could come on board with
something like this, it would simplify matters and could very likely save millions of dollars in lawsuits. In the interim, it’s not a bad idea to have a can of red spray paint or large red marker handy. Mark the containers when they are received, especially if they’ll be stored for a while. If your operation doesn’t have a sharp eyed guy or gal to receive and verify chemicals you need to get one. It’s something to think about as we move forward and plan for tomorrow. To quote some non-eloquent guy, “Anything we do to improve the way we do what we do is something worth doing.” I welcome any feedback on this proposal. Until next time my friends. Have a happy and prosperous New Year! Fly well and stay safe.
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by Mabry I. Anderson An Insider's History of Agricultural Aviation
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The move westward Texas Pioneers Pioneers from this region significantly advanced the art. Among them were people such as C.W. "Pappy" Blackwell, Heard Cardin, and Parker Flying Service. Later on, the Mitchell brothers, "Poley" and Fields, founded M & M Air Service, a firm that was to become one of the largest in the world. It is now owned and operated by George Mitchell, a past president of the NAAA. Also entering aerial application in this region were legendary figures like Bill Kuby of Alamo, Lloyd Nolen of Mercedes, Dave Setter of Weslaco, and Ken Medders of San Benito. These men, plus many others, expanded Texas agricultural aviation to a remarkable degree. An important early Texas operation, the Texas Aeroplane Corporation, was organized in 1928 by Cliff Maus and Robert Maverick at Corpus. They utilized what aircraft they could find, notably Travel-Airs and some early Wacos.
extensively on this job and managed to save enough cash to buy a brand new Lincoln-Standard airplane. He used this plane to haul booze and contraband from Mexico, a profitable operation. All through the 1920s, Slats barnstormed, mostly through Texas and Oklahoma, and was more or less continuously in trouble with the law. Once he was caught and tossed in the Dallas jail. He quickly talked his way into becoming a trusty. With a free run of the jail, he soon discovered a large stash of confiscated booze stored in the evidence room. Slats made himself a key to the room and gradually sold off all of the booze, some 680 gallons of it, right out of the jailhouse door! Nothing came of this feat, since, in Slats' own words, "Everybody knew that the Courthouse gang was crooked anyway!"
The legendary "Slats" Rogers worked for the company for a while as a pilot. His real name was Floyd Hurtial, but for reasons unknown, he changed it permanently to Slats Rogers and was known by this name until his death.
Slats experienced a conversion of sorts and finally straightened himself out. He then went into full-time crop dusting, setting up his own firm, Valley Aero Duster Service at Mission, in 1931. He operated the company until 1943. Finally, a happy second marriage took place and Slats quit flying entirely. He died in 1956 at McAllen and is buried at Mission.
Slats' early flying consisted primarily of smuggling, bootlegging, drinking, and gambling. Much of his reputation was built around an airplane that he was reputed to have build and named "Old Soggy." Slats had taken a few flying lessons from Eddie Stinson, but like most real old-timers was, for the most part, self-taught. For a brief period in 1916, he gave instruction himself at Fort Sill, but after the war he went to work as an engineer on the Santa Fe Railroad. Legend has it that Slats bootlegged
Slats, along with others of his breed, although brought up during a time of recklessness and lawlessness in aviation circles, contributed a great deal to the art of agricultural flying. Their love of airplanes kept the spark alive that developed agricultural aviation into a respected business. C.W. "Pappy" Blackwell, an important Texas early bird, began his flying career with Cliff Maus at Corpus about 1929. Blackwell then went on his own in 1930, organizing a dusting firm known as
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Blackwell Flying Service at the Harlingen airport. His fleet consisted of one HissoSwallow and a Travel-Air with an OXX-6. As business developed, Blackwell procured some Risso-powered Wacos and some 2000 series Travel-Airs, all of which were later updated with J series Wright engines. Some of Blackwell's pilots were Claude Cossett, Jack Redpath, and Carl Farrow. In 1933 a devastating hurricane wiped out Blackwell's operation completely, but he regrouped and moved to Palestine, where the city built him a shop-hangar on the airport. He ran this operation until 1937 and then moved back to Harlingen. Blackwell Flying Service brought agricultural aviation much further along in Texas, and the firm operated well after World War II. In later years, the unit was run by "Pappy's" son, Charles, who is still engaged in flying as a corporate pilot for a large firm in San Antonio. Due to the work of these early pioneers, small operations began springing up across the state and, by the middle 1930s, crop dusting operations were established in virtually all heavily farmed areas of Texas. It is interesting that records show that in 1926 only 3,000 acres of crop land were dusted by plane, but by 1928 this figure had increased to over 50,000 acres. With the advent of many new firms, Texas agriculture shortly became the largest single user of agricultural aircraft in the country. For a number of reasons, early CaliforniaArizona-Nevada ag flying development is harder to trace than it is in the Southern states. It was developing in the 1920's and took great forward leaps
Curtiss Fledgling aircraft being loaded with sulphur dust, California, 1939 or 1940. in the early 1930's. The first notable efforts were apparently made by two pioneer airmen, Allen H. Rhodes and Colonel Livingston Irving, who formed a partnership in the 1920's and began operating at least two TravelAirs in the San Joaquin Valley, working the fruit orchards. Their hoppers were homecrafted and carried about 400 pounds of dust. Spreaders were the primitive
venturi type, with a wind-driven gear box and hopper agitator, similar to those produced earlier by Delta Laboratory. Irving was farm-oriented and became interested in finding a way to sow rice, a very important crop to that region, by air. Ground seeding was a slow, timeconsuming task with about 40 acres per day the limit.
The two men organized "seeding teams," composed of a pilot, mechanic, and two loader/flagmen. During the 1929 growing season, these teams successfully seeded hundreds of acres. Soon they were servicing as many as 400 acres per day per plane-IO times greater than ground equipment. Their success in this area expanded agricultural flying tremendously in California. Rhodes and Irving were among the first to introduce effective aerial seeding of rice. Another "first" by this firm, recently pointed out by Phil Murray, is that Rhodes and Irving probably utilized the first monoplane for dusting. It was a rare Moreland, in which they installed a hopper. They worked throughout the San Joaquin Valley. Contrary to popular belief, another Californian, Milton S. Robertson,
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brush was quite successfully developed and used in fruit orchard work and on truck crops. This unit was later renamed the ICD Rotor. About this time, Hawke Crop Dusting Company at Modesto, headed by "Pappy" Dunlap, began producing a somewhat different type of rotary brush and both firms were spraying liquids in 1933.
"Aircraft spraying is a new development which seems to offer considerable promise, especially on large acreage or where speed is of importance. "Two companies, the Independent Crop Dusting Company of San Francisco and the Hawke Crop Dusting Company of Modesto are now equipped to apply liquid materials. Both do satisfactory work.
Aircraft spraying is a new development which seems to offer considerable promise, especially on large acreage or where speed is of importance. A leading entomologist of the period, Frank B. Herbert, wrote an extensive report on work done by these two firms in a booklet reprinted by the Journal of
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"The Hawke Company has developed a propeller-type rotor. This has two sets of triple propellers, the rear three being hollow. The liquid flows by gravity to these and is forced out through jets set in a small venturi tube, which is set at right angles to the axis of the rotor. Centrifugal force develops a pressure of about 300 pounds, which breaks up the liquid into a fine fog. At present, the Hawke plane is equipped with only one rotor, but it
will have two later, which will turn even faster than at present." These planes, equipped as indicated, sprayed a slightly heated crop oil called Miscible Coprol, a material called Dormant Soluble Tox, and another fungicide/insecticide named Soluble Toxona 75E for the control of sundry diseases and insects damaging to commercial fruit orchards. Among the firm's clients were California Packing Company at Wheatland and Balfour, Guthrie and Company at Brentwood. Entomologist Herbert stated that both firms' planes flew directly over every row, at about two to four feet altitude, and occasionally knocked off small branches. He said, "The oil drifts downward onto the trees, covering the upper side of the twigs and branches heavier than the lower side. This coverage at first does not look to be satisfactory, but soon the oil begins to spread and the trees glisten in the sun. After 24 to 48 hours, the oil has crept until it covers the buds and the underside of the smaller twigs. The
lower sides of the larger branches are not completely covered. Dormant trees require six to eight gallons of fungicide per acre and 10 or possibly 12 gallons of oil for scale control." Both firms also utilized these spraying systems with as many as four rotors per plane in treating truck crops with various preparations available at that time for disease and insect control. This is rather startling, when one considers that it occurred nearly 50 years ago! Independent Dusting Company continued to refine its rotary brush system, and it became widely used much later. George Sanders of Agrinautics in Las Vegas subsequently acquired manufacturing rights to these units. Some of them can still be found on vintage Stearmans stored in hangars throughout the country. Continuing next month with chapter 3 The Move Westward.
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"The Independent Company has developed rotating brushes to break up the liquid. The oil flows by gravity to the 'rotors,' which are situated beneath the lower wings. Each rotor is turned at about 4,000 RPM by means of a propeller. When the valve ahead of the rotor is opened, a centrifugal pump in the center of the rotor throws the liquid out through spacers into a steel bristle or 'buffer' brush, which in rotating tears the material into a fine fog. In spraying truck crops, they use four rotors, but during dormant fruit tree work, the two outer rotors are taken off, giving fine coverage.
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When night flying came to San Joaquin by Bill Lavender SAN JOAQUIN, CA — In many regions of the West, night ag flying is the rule, not the exception. Where did it start? Who had the nerve to rig an aircraft, convince the grower the job could be done better at night than in the day, and most importantly why? George Willett of Huron, California is given credit for this feat that now is an every day (night?) occurrence. Although I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Willett, yet. I do believe another pioneer in ag aviation correctly told the events that ended up
setting the stage for the evolvement of night working with agricultural aircraft; Al Grouleff, Grouleff Aviation in San Joaquin, California. Overnighting in Lodi, Saturday morning I drove south on I-5 to San Joaquin. The last 20 miles were eastbound on a county road that was as straight as an arrow, directly through the world’s finest farmland, the San Joaquin Valley. As far as the eye can see in all directions, flat, rich farmland, truly the food and fiber provider for the world. Actually, there
are the Sacramento Valley, the Central Valley and the San Joaquin Valley. These are a series of valleys starting about 150 miles north of Sacramento at Redding, California, extending south to the Sacramento Delta, the southern most point of the Sacramento Valley. Then, picking up at that point and continuing south past Bakersfield, California stopped by the mountain range at Tehachapi Pass for a total length in excess of 300 miles. The overlapping area of the two valleys is referred to as the Central Valley. The northern most point starts out with a
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Al Grouleff, seated in Grouleff Aviation’s office with son, Don Grouleff, at his side. Not pictured, Greg Grouleff, also son of Al Grouleff.
George Willett is given credit for making the first night aerial application in 1947 in a Stearman he modified with two 450 watt lights mounted on the N strut. There were concerns within the industry that Willett would lose customers, that his applications wouldn’t be good enough compared to daytime spraying. Al Grouleff noted this and watched closely. Willett wasn’t losing customers. In fact he was adding more.
20-30 mile width, widening in the San Joaquin Valley to 75-100 miles. Nowhere else in the world is there such a vast stretch of land that produces so much food and fiber for the world to enjoy.
Agair, Inc. was having problems with bee kills. Their application periods were limited to early morning and late afternoon. No more than three or four hours of flying per day. Even then, the bee kills were a problem, especially if the
After visiting a bit with the Grouleff’s (Mr. Al, Greg and Don) at the California AAA meeting in Palm Springs, I learned how Al Grouleff helped bring night flying to the San Joaquin Valley and make
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it a viable spraying option while working for Agair, Inc. I graciously accepted their offer to visit. Unfortunately, my travel plans brought me to California before the “heat” of the season and there wasn’t any night work going on. Didn’t matter, it only gave me more time to sit and talk with the Grouleff’s learning about the Valley’s history.
In the early 1950s, Al visited George Willett in Huron to check out the Willett night light system. Al decided it interfered with the pilot’s peripheral vision. He also figured that 600-watt lights would provide even more light than Willett’s 450-watt bulbs. Thus, he mounted two 600-watt lights underneath the wings below the N strut of his 600 horsepower Stearmans. The lights were permanently extended with no provision for retraction, nor were there any turn lights.
At center of photo is a vibrator that shakes the gate to help sulfur dust exit the aircraft hopper. The off-balance Teflon wheel spins inside the housing. Along about that same time, Jim Vedder of Visco Flying Service in the Imperial Valley, recognized an opportunity. The Imperial Valley applicators were having problems applying parathion for the same reason, bee kills. A close friend of Al’s, Vedder made a trip to San Joaquin and designed a light system for his aircraft based on what he saw at Al’s. Except, Vedder used retractable lights. Unknown to other Imperial Valley applicators, Vedder rounded up the Valley growers and explained the benefits of night “crop dusting”, as it was called in those days. With his night flying techniques, the Imperial Valley dusters were forced to adopt night flying as a routine method of dusting.
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During the time of the birth of night flying in California, Al Grouleff worked for Agair, Inc. This was a large outfit operating more than 30 Stearmans throughout California. Before Agair Inc., Al had served in World War II, flying”The Hump” in C-46s (powered by two R-2800s).
“Bill, on a clear night it was often startling to see how close we were to the snow capped mountains. Mount Everest would tower over us,” remembers Al Grouleff. After the war, Al figured he could get hired by the Chinese National Airway Corporation. That was before Communism stepped in, messing up any such plans. He returned to his home in El Centro in the Imperial Valley. Finally, he landed a seat flying 220 horsepower Stearman dusters for Growers Service. In 1947, Jim Vedder helped him land a seat at the fast growing, newly formed in 1946, Agair, Inc. which was massing a fleet of Stearmans. Lloyd Stearman designed the dispersal gear for
Never having flown before, when he joined the Air Force he applied for the Cadet program. While waiting to be assigned to flight school, Al decided it might be a good idea to take a ride in an airplane just to make sure he would like it. He found an old timer who volunteered to take him for a ride in a J-3 Cub. From that point on, Al knew aviation would be his life-long career. Although Al applied for P-38 training, the Air Force decided they needed C-46 pilots. It was getting late in the war, 1944, and Al figured active duty in a C-46 was better than waiting on the P-38 slot that may never come to be. With less than 300 hours of total time, 20 years old, and after a checkout in the C-46, Al piloted from the left seat in a C-46 formation headed east from the United States, through Africa and India, into China. From China the missions over “The Hump” originated, crossing the Himalayas Mountains and into India. Navigation consisted of primarily an ADF. Loaded with cargo, fuel, troops and munitions, the C-46 aircraft would cross”The Hump” at 19,000 MSL and return at 21,000 MSL, barely clearing the mountains and in most cases in IMC conditions.
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This also proved true in the San Joaquin Valley. Four of Al’s Stearmans rigged for night work could cover as much ground as ten had in the past. A great leap in productivity. Bee kills became almost none existent. The growers were extremely pleased. As a bonus, in later years, wet applications worked much better due to less heat in the low humidity of the Valley.
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the crop dusting company through his company, Stearman Engineering at Eagle Field. In July of 1948 Agair, Inc. opened an operation in San Joaquin. Al moved to San Joaquin to run the operation using several Stearmans. He quickly converted the 450 horsepower Stearmans to 600 horsepower Stear Cats. The wings were modified at Vern’s Wing Shop to the 4412 airfoil. Vern also added aileron servos and aileron gap covers (seals). These modifications made the Stear Cat a real performer that was light on the controls and could carry 275 gallons.
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To prevent sulfur application fires, an automotive clutch return spring is attached to tow bar ring, while a lightweight chain is welded to the ridged end, dragging the ground on landing to discharge any static electricity that may have built up during flight. with Air Tractors, through the AT-802, and now operate two AT-502Bs with PT6A-34AGs and one AT-502 with a PT6A15AG. The AT-802 was sold to John Hunt in Stafford, Arizona. The AT-802 didn’t fit the Grouleff operation. The AT-502s were a much better match, working efficiently in the San Joaquin Valley. Today, within a 20-mile radius of the town of San Joaquin, Grouleff Aviation primarily treats cotton, about two-thirds of the company’s work load. But, the company also dusts at night, within a few pounds each year of a million pounds of sulfur dust on grapes, tomatoes and sugar beets for powdery mildew. However, even though all Grouleff Aviation’s aircraft are outfitted with WAG GPS units receiving their differential signals from the U.S. Coast Guard, the company still uses a flagger or two in the field at night. Al Grouleff believes a pilot has enough to think about at night without adding the additional worry of the GPS. In the 49 years Grouleff Aviation has been dusting, the company has only suffered two in-flight sulfur fires, both within a month of each other. At that time, Grouleff Aviation used an agitator to keep the dust from packing in the throat of the hopper. On both
Although there was no damage to the two aircraft, Al’s son, Don, one of the pilots, claimed the closing of the hopper was his first indication he had a fire, confirmed by a large explosion. Cutting off the air supply extinguished the fire. The other pilot, making dusting runs at the first crack of dawn, noticed his dust trail had a white color instead of the typical yellow color of dust settling in a field. Then it occurred to him that his dust was actually burning up before it found the crop. He was seeing the smoke from the ignited dust! Grouleff Aviation solved this problem by two means. First, all the aircraft were outfitted with a drag chain. This amounted to a static discharge device that was made from a automotive clutch spring that is a long and straight wire on one end and has a coiled spring on the other. The spring ends are clamped to the tow bar hooks on the main gear legs, while the other end has a lightweight chain welded to it. Whenever the aircraft lands, any static electricity is discharged through the chain ends upon contact with the ground. As for the agitator problem, a sulfur dust salesman brought to Grouleff Aviation’s attention that a customer of his, Chuck
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occasions, when the aircraft returned, it was found that a sheer bolt had broken in the agitator shaft. It is suspected, this allowed the powered shaft to spin inside of the agitator shaft creating enough heat with the extra oxygen from opening the hopper gate, to ignite the sulfur.
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Stone of Southeastern Aerial Crop Service, Inc., used a vibrator device to assist the flow of the material through the hopper gate, only after Grouleff Aviation refused to use the sulfur company’s product due to gate packing. The salesman brought a round roller blade wheel with a chunk missing from it, mounted to a shaft to spin on with bearings and a semi-round cover to protect it from dust buildup. With the gate open in flight, the roller blade wheel would spin causing a slight vibration freeing the sulfur dust to flow out. Concerned about the sulfur dust clogging the bearings and freezing up the wheel, Grouleff Aviation devised a Teflon wheel with about a 1/4 piece chunk cut out, with a bolt placed through a slightly larger size hole than the bolt, that the wheel spins on. This works well with little concern of the wheel seizing from contact with the sulfur.
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The balance of Grouleff Aviation’s work are liquid applications on cotton and crops treated by sulfur dust. The vast majority of the liquid applications are 10-gallon work with some fivegallon applications using CP nozzles. In California the chemical label dictates the water volume of the application, never less than five gallons and usually ten gallons. Not only in California are aerial applicators hindered with high water volume rates, but they are required to post 24 hours in advance of a restricted use chemical application a “Notice of Intent to Apply” with the County Ag Commissioners office. This document is often faxed in or dropped off at the county extension office. This request must be accompanied by a PCA (Pesticide Control Adviser) recommendation stating the product and rate. Ironically, PCAs are typically hired by chemical companies or have their own ground machine operation. Not only does the “Notice of Intent to Apply” have to be filed, within 24 hours of the application, but California operators in the San Joaquin Valley must call the county ag office before each application for name and phone number of each bee keeper within a one mile radius of each field to be sprayed. The applicator must contact the beekeeper at least 24 hours in advance of spraying to give them the opportunity to remove or cover the hives. The beekeeper can legally hold up the job for 48 hours after notification, if he so desires. After the application a “Use Report” must be filed, describing the application.
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Both Al Grouleff son’s, Don and Greg, fly at Grouleff Aviation, with Al and Greg managing the operation. Al helps Don and the other two pilots as needed. Although Greg flies, he doesn’t fly ag. He is involved with home built aviation, building a Harmon Rocket. Although he has an IO-540 Lycoming producing 325 horsepower installed on the 1,100 pound home built, Greg is looking for much more than a 250 mph cruise. Greg bought a D-series Walter turbine engine and prop to one day hang on the front of the Legend. Then, truly the home built will be a rocket. For personal travel, Grouleff Aviation uses a Meyers 200. For the untrained eye, this aircraft resembles a Navion. However, it is quite different with a cruise speed of 200 mph while carrying four passengers. Even though turbine powered AT-502 Air Tractors have no problem exceeding 150 mph, Don
Grouleff easily leaves these aircraft behind in his 260 cubic inch street roadster. Already the “stock” roadster has broken six records at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The most recent one was in 1995 when the little yellow car set a new world’s record clocked at 189 mph in a three-mile course starting from a standstill! You won’t meet any nicer people than the Grouleff’s. What I expected to be a one or two hours interview, ended up lasting the entire afternoon. I literally couldn’t get away. It’s pioneers like Al Grouleff, George Willett, Jim Vedder and others this industry has to thank for one more tool in agricultural aviation, night ag flying. Now about Mr. George Willett. I’d bet he would be an interesting character to talk with. Mr. Al, what was that phone number in Huron?
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The thinking behind the regulation of “Notice of Intent to Apply” was so that misapplications could be avoided. However, the state remains four to six months behind with the review of the intent applications. It becomes a PCA event.
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ntsb reports NTSB Identification: GAA17CA030 Date: October 18, 2016 Location: Paragould, AR Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 502 Injuries: 1 Minor. The pilot reported that while in a left turn during an aerial application flight the airplane encountered a gust of wind and began to "shake", so he leveled the wings momentarily before continuing the turn. He further reported that he was looking at the field instead of where he was turning and when the airplane was 30-50 feet above the ground he looked up and saw electrical wires. The right wing tip struck the electrical wires and the airplane made a forced landing in a nearby pond.
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NTSB Identification: WPR17LA014 Date: October 28, 2016 Location: Starbuck, WA Aircraft: AEROSPATIALE AS350 Injuries: 1 Uninjured. A Eurocopter S.N.I.A.S. AS350B, during an agricultural application flight, lost engine power and during the autorotation landed hard near Starbuck, Washington. The helicopter was under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 137. The commercial pilot was not injured. The helicopter sustained substantial damage during the accident sequence. The agricultural application flight departed at 1137 from a location near the accident site. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan had been filed.
The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the tailboom and to the main rotor assembly. During the recovery it was noted that the helicopter fuel tank was intact, undamaged and void of fuel, but the fuel quantity gauge still indicated 42% fuel remaining, which converts to 60-gallons. The helicopter was recovered from the accident site for further examination. NTSB Identification: ERA17LA032 Date: November 01, 2016 Location: Cameron, NC Aircraft: BELL OH 58C Injuries: 1 Minor. A Bell OH-58C was substantially damaged following a tailboom separation during the initial climb after takeoff in Cameron,
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The pilot reported that during the agricultural application flight as he was making his 6th pass, on the 5th application load, and traveling upslope from the west to the east, the fuel pressure warning light illuminated. The pilot scanned the instruments and noticed the fuel pressure was low, and the fuel quantity was indicating between 40-50%. About 3-4 seconds later the engine started to lose power. The pilot entered an autorotation and set up for a landing in the flattest area he could find in the canyon. During the approach the pilot extended the landing to make it to a more suitable site, which resulted in the loss of rotor RPM, and a subsequent hard landing.
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North Carolina. The commercial pilot incurred minor injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed for the planned local aerial application flight. The helicopter was operated under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137.
Examination of the wreckage by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed that the tailboom separated and made contact with the main rotor blades.
According to the pilot, he stated he flew earlier in the day at a different field, spraying a herbicide and made approximately 12 landings on a truck to refill the herbicide spray. He subsequently flew to a different field and sprayed one load of herbicide, landed and waited for the loading crew to arrive at the new field. Once the loading crew arrived and loaded the helicopter with 80 gallons (720 pounds) of herbicide, he took off and climbed to about 50 feet. Approximately 200 yards away, he heard a loud bang and the helicopter fell to the ground.
NTSB Identification: WPR17LA019 Date: November 10, 2016 Location: Yuma, AZ Aircraft: BELL 206B Injuries: 1 Serious. A Bell 206B3 rolled from an elevated landing pad located on top of a truck and collided with the ground near Yuma, Arizona. The commercial pilot sustained serious injuries. The helicopter, sustained substantial damage during the crash sequence. The helicopter was being operated under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137. The helicopter departed the landing area about 10 minutes prior to the accident. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the nighttime local aerial application flight, and a flight plan had not been filed.
According to a witness, the tailboom moved to the left and then went straight-up into the main rotor system. He further stated that the helicopter then fell straight down to the ground and he ran over to help the pilot out of the helicopter. He added that it looked like the tailboom became loose at the main frame attachment points.
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Pratt & Whitney Canada enhances service capabilities with “Virtual Presence” customer-collaboration solution Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) has further enhanced its capacity to provide rapid, tailored customer support with a new field-collaboration solution using Librestream’s Onsight software to connect the aircraft technician and remote specialist using an interactive audio-video technology platform. Building on its customer service leadership in the aviation industry, P&WC will be able to deliver expedited support and faster response times through this powerful service. P&WC is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). With rollout to customers expected in early 2017, the new solution will help further enable rapid diagnosis and resolution of issues in the field by making it possible for remote experts to inspect engines “virtually” in close collaboration with the customer. The platform provides a live and interactive link between the customer, P&WC’s field support representative and the P&WC customer engineer, which captures high quality video and images even in low-bandwidth areas where Wi-Fi and cellular signals are weak. Thanks to this dynamic connection, teams will be better equipped to rapidly troubleshoot issues and make proactive and preventive maintenance decisions – even if they are in remote locations on opposite sides of the globe. The solution, which is accessed via a software app installed on the remote expert’s computer and the customer’s smartphone, can save up to 12 hours by delivering virtual on-site support and technical expertise to the customer where and when they need it. “We continue to invest in technologies and solutions that enable proactive
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The Onsight solution provides the ability to develop knowledge-based content In addition to live video and audio, the platform includes features such as borescope connectivity, remote-camera control (camera angle, lighting, etc.), on-screen drawing and image sharing. The Onsight solution provides the ability to develop knowledge-based content, improve maintenance team productivity, and deliver effective remote training of maintenance teams in the field. Videos can be recorded for future customer use, training and reference and the Onsight solution enhances the confidentiality of information by means of advanced wireless security, authentication and encryption, network controls and privacy settings.
Pratt & Whitney Canada’s FAST™ solution to help reduce costs and optimize aerial application operations Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC’s) turnkey FAST™ (Flight, Acquisition, Storage and Transmission) solution is being readied for P&WC PT6A-powered agricultural aircraft following advanced prognostic health management trials
with two agricultural customers: Field Air in Australia and Kinniburgh Spray Service in Canada. The FAST solution, which enables wireless capture, transmission and analysis of key engine data, will allow agricultural operators to make rapid and informed decisions, lower costs and troubleshoot issues before they happen – helping reduce maintenance intervention or avoid shop events entirely. P&WC is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). With fully automated wireless data transmission to P&WC’s data centre for analysis, the results – including vital powerplant information and trend monitoring – are accessible to the operator minutes later via the Internet or by email. A key advantage of the FAST solution for agricultural operators will be the ability to know the condition of the engine without having to perform a hot section inspection each season. “Being able to combine our 60-plus years of experience in understanding the intricacies surrounding aerial application with in-depth knowledge of engine conditions across our fleet allows us to best serve our customers and improve our operational efficiencies,” said Shaun Kinniburgh, President of Kinniburgh Spray Services. “Through our testing of P&WC’s engine prognostics solution it is clear that having rapid access to engine and aircraft data and analytics in near real time allows us to further optimize our maintenance and financial planning. This insight also adds to overall safety by ensuring our aircraft and engines are not overworked or underutilized – all of which further supports our ability to provide the best service to help our customers succeed.” “The FAST solution for aerial application will provide deep and timely understanding about what is happening inside the engine and
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Prime Turbines advances towards full overhaul capability for GE Aviation H Series engines EVENDALE, Ohio—Prime Turbines is on track to provide full overhaul capability for GE H Series and M601 turboprop engines in the United States, Canada and South America. To facilitate post-overhaul engine test, GE Aviation and Prime Turbines collaborated to commission a revitalized test cell at GE’s nearby facility at Carter Field. The test cell is now fully operational and exceeding expectations. While engines are in for repair or full overhaul, Prime Turbines will have both H Series and M601 lease engines available to ensure uninterrupted operation. In 2014, Dallas-based Prime Turbines became a Designated Repair Center for GE’s M601 and H Series turboprop engine operators in the Americas. Prime Turbines offers heavy repair services, engines rentals, line replacement unit rotable pools and field service support to all existing and future M601 and H80 engines. GE Aviation provides OEM parts to meet Prime Turbine’s needs. “For more than 30 years, Prime Turbines has provided its customers with maintenance flexibility and reduced costs, making them a great fit
with GE’s engine service model,” said Norman Baker, President & Managing Executive of GE Aviation Czech, GE Aviation’s Business and General Aviation Turboprops. “Over the past year, GE and Prime Turbines made great strides on the revitalized test cell and we’re looking forward to providing full overhaul capability in the first half of 2017.” “Prime Turbines is very excited to expand our MRO services to the GE H Series clientele,” said Paul Goffredi, President and COO at VSE Aviation. “These engines are a natural extension to our portfolio as we increase our focus on the turboprop market.” The H Series turboprop family incorporates GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a powerful, fuelefficient, durable engine with no recurrent fuel nozzle inspections and no hot section inspection for a multitude of uses: agricultural, business turboprops, commuter and utility aircraft. GE is also developing an integrated Electronic Engine and Propeller Control (EEPC) for true single lever power control, and full auto-start capability to help ease pilot workload for H Series-powered aircraft. EEPC system has received type certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on November 25 with with the first application being the Nextant G90XT.
EASA certifies GE H Series Electronic Engine and Propeller Control GE Aviation’s Electronic Engine and Propeller Control (EEPC) system for its H Series turboprop engine has received type certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). GE’s EEPC is the business and general aviation industry’s first turboprop offering to combine engine and propeller operations into a single system. Prior to EASA certification on November 25, EEPC system validation testing totaled more than 200 hours of ground and flight testing. U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification is expected before the end of this year. The first application for the EEPC is Nextant Aerospace’s G90XT, a remanufactured and reimagined King Air C90. On October 25, GE Aviation and Nextant successfully completed first flight of the H75-powered G90XT in full EEPC configuration. Nextant expects to achieve U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification and deliver its first EEPC-equipped aircraft in the first half of 2017. In May, Thrush Aircraft, Inc., and GE Aviation announced plans to develop EEPC-equipped versions of the Thrush 510G. Initially, the EEPC
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will be introduced on the H80-powered 510G, with planned certification in 2017. In 2018, GE and Thrush plan to offer an EEPC-equipped H85 for 510G operators, providing additional horsepower for crop dusting missions. With another two applications to follow, the EEPC-equipped H Series has already been selected for four aircraft applications.
guarantees the engine always has the proper amount of fuel – nothing more, nothing less. • Electronic Prop Governor– This part controls the propeller speed, forward and reverse blade pitch control. It mechanically prevents the engine and propeller from overtorque and overspeed.
“EEPC is truly a game changer for turboprop aircraft capability: auto start, single-lever power control, torque limit, temperature limit, speed limit, you name it, the EEPC delivers,” said Brad Mottier, GE Aviation’s VP of Business and General Aviation and Integrated Systems business. “Speaking as a pilot, the EEPC certification is a landmark achievement for GE and a critical ‘first’ for our industry. From a pure cockpit operability standpoint, pilots will now be able to push for takeoff and not worry about temperatures, speeds or torque, which no other turboprop manufacturer can claim. Pilots can comfortably fly the prop knowing he or she is getting maximum performance from the engine.”
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The EEPC includes three key features: • Electronic Engine Control Unit– The EECU acts as the brain of engine control system, responsible for electronic control of the engine and propeller via a single lever. It auto-starts the engine and automatically prevents overtemp, overspeed and overtorque, leading to longer engine life and easier maintenance. • The Fuel Metering Unit– The FMU meters how much fuel the engine needs. Integrated with the fuel pump, the FMU
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The GE H Series engine provides significant improvements in aircraft performance and maintenance simplicity to deliver rugged, reliable power for a range of applications. With 1,040 Thermo HP, the GE H Series engine enables aircraft to operate at higher outside temperatures and higher altitudes. It brings the operator more efficiency and higher security, combined with a significant reduction of maintenance costs. “Turbine Conversions is pleased to be able to expand our turbine conversion STCs to now include the GE H75 and H80 Series turboprops. We can now offer GE H Series engines directly to our customers as part of our conversion kits, or make them available to existing TCL conversions owners for the update of out-of-time engines,” said Bill Hatfield, President of Turbine Conversion Ltd. The H Series turboprop engine (designed and manufactured by GE Aviation´s plant in Prague, Czech Republic) has been selected to power a variety of aircraft including the Aircraft Industries L410, the Nextant Aerospace G90XT, the Thrush Aircraft 510G and the CAIGA AG300 aircraft. Built to handle harsh conditions and extreme environments, the H Series engine is ideal for both new and STC aircraft applications serving commuter, business, agriculture and utility aircraft segments all around the world.
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Turbine Conversions, Ltd has completed the first installation of a GE H75 turboprop engine coupled to an Avia V508E-AG/106/A propeller on a Thrush S2R-T11. The first test flight occurred on December 2, 2016. Turbine Conversions plans to amend their existing Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) to add the GE H Series engines on Thrush, Ag Cat, Fat Cat, and Air Tractor 400/500. FAA approval is anticipated in the first half of 2017.
GE Aviation and Thrush Aircraft will collaborate with the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) to establish a flight training scholarship program for aspiring agricultural pilots. The scholarship program, entitled “Ag Wings of Tomorrow,” will establish three new $5,000 scholarships that can be used by pilots to cover ag-specific flight training costs. The Ag Wings of Tomorrow scholarship will be awarded annually. The program will be administered by the NAAA who will award the initial scholarships. Those interested in the Ag Wings of Tomorrow can contact NAAA. “GE Aviation is a strong supporter of NAAA’s mission to help small businesses and pilots aid farmers in producing a safe, affordable and abundant supply of food, fiber and biofuel,
With a hopper capacity of 510 gallons, a gross weight of 10,500 pounds, and GE’s H Series engines up front, the Thrush 510G is designed for superior performance for agricultural operations. The Thrush 510G features a 60,000-hour wing spar life. Additional features include a tubular steel fuselage and cockpit roll cage, removable fuselage skins, and chromate-treated aluminum surfaces for corrosion prevention; all designed to maximize pilot safety, reduce maintenance times and enhance aircraft productivity.
Cascade Aircraft Conversions purchases GE H series for ag conversions Cascade Aircraft Conversions has signed a contract to purchase GE’s H Series turboprop engines for its conversion supplemental type certificates (STCs) on Thrush and Air Tractor 300, 400 and 500 series agricultural aircraft. The announcement builds on a deal signed in 2009, when Cascade signed a contract to purchase GE’s M601 turboprop engines for its conversion supplemental type certificates (STCs) on Thrush and Air Tractor 300, 400 and 500 series agricultural aircraft. In 2010, GE Aviation named Cascade Aircraft Conversions as an Authorized Service Center for M601 and H80 engines. As part of the agreement, Cascade Aircraft Conversions offers comprehensive line maintenance, removals and re-installations of engines and LRUs and engine spares for the M601 and H80 engine families. GE Aviation provides Cascade Aircraft Conversions with comprehensive material support and training. “Cascade Aircraft Conversions has a deep understanding of the M601 and H Series engines and the benefits the engine conversions offer to Thrush and Air Tractor aircraft owners,” said Norman Baker, President & Managing
Executive of GE Aviation Czech, GE’s Business & General Aviation Turboprops. “GE is pleased to build on its relationship with Cascade and looks forward to working together to offer the best-in-class capability of the H Series turboprop to operators around the world.” “We are pleased and gratified to be in a working relationship with GE Aviation, and we look forward to continuing our long and mutually beneficial association, providing engines and service to the agricultural aviation industry,” said Doran Rogers, founder and CEO of Cascade Aircraft Conversions, LLC. “By incorporating the latest technological advances of the GE H Series turboprop, we’ll begin a new generation of Cascade conversions that builds on the significant fleet we’ve established in the agricultural marketplace.” The H Series turboprop family incorporates GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a powerful, fuel-efficient, durable engine with no recurrent fuel nozzle inspections and no intermediate hot section inspection required for a multitude of uses: agricultural, business turboprops, commuter and utility aircraft. GE offers H Series turboprop engines with 4000-hour time between overhaul (TBO) for agriculture, utility and business aviation aircraft. An extension program is also offered to extend TBOs for in-service engines.
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Charles “Chuck” Stone, Jr. passes Born December 31, 1923 in Winfield, Illinois; passed away December 2, 2016 Chuck is survived by his wife, Marie Stone; daughters, Ramona Wolkowsky, Rhonda Runte’; son, Rick Stone; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Chuck’s life-long career in agricultural aviation began while he was serving in the Navy at Banana River on the east coast of Florida during WWII. Chuck would come home to Fort Pierce
on weekends and work for J. R. McDaniel, first as an airplane mechanic, then a pilot crop dusting tomato fields. When Chuck was discharged from the Navy, he bought a surplus Stearman. He received a Veteran’s discount of 50%, and paid $250 for the airplane. Chuck took the airplane apart, installed a plywood hopper for dust and began working it at an airstrip on Okeechobee Road in Fort Pierce. On March 11, 1953 Chuck established Southeastern Aerial Crop Service, Inc. During the following decade, Chuck hired pilots, added a variety of airplanes to the fleet and bid on contracts throughout the southern states and eastern seaboard. As the business grew Chuck realized the potential of the growing agricultural aviation industry. In February, 1964, Chuck attended the Mississippi Aerial Applicators’ Association meeting in Biloxi, Mississippi. From that experience, he began working on plans for a state association in Florida. With help and support from other applicators in the state, the Florida Aerial Applicators’ Association was established. (Later to become the Florida
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1969 Ag Cat Model G164A, 600HP, N410X Serial# 631, AFTT 10,400 hrs, TSMOH 4hrs (Tulsa), TSPOH 2hrs (Precision Propeller), Complete Spray gear & Spreader Setup, Lane/Agrinautics/Transland/CP Satloc 99.5/Crophawk Smoker/ E x tended Wings/ 80gal Fuel, Bottom Load Fuel, King VHF. $99,000 OBO Aircraft is located in Northern Nevada. Call Mike Morris at Morris Ag Air 775-304-1958. 1975 G164A, 6915 TT, 1004 SMOH, SATLOC, Lite Smoker, Crophawk Call Mark Gorder 1-701-640-1069 or email gorder@rrt.net
SB+Mod’d Turbo-Cat, TPE331-1 Work horse! Deluxe Equipment, AAI-Annual, M3 w/FC, HV TL Combo. 218-SHSI & GBI, 5525/5210/1586 RC’s. $349K For more information contact AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com 1976 Turbine Ag Cat G164B, -27 Pratt, 1000 hrs since Engine IRAN with wet spline conversion, 561 hrs. on Hershey airframe, Prop 300 hr. Since O/H by San Antonio Prop, SATLOC Bantam, A/C, 25 in. gate & Swathmaster w/3 seasons, Agrinautics pump, Stainless Booms, Single point fuel. Annual with sale. $290,000 Negotiable. This aircraft has not been bent! Call Jeff Leger 409-659-6415 or Jeffery Leger 409-296-4300 1976 G164A, 7632 TTAF, 870 TSMOH engine Covington, 618 TSOH Prop AG1002, 80 Gallon Fuel, 24” ext. Hershey tips, SATLOC LiteStar II, Crophawk 7B, Bottom Load Fuel, Smoker, Flagger, Tank heater, WeathAero fan, Shutter door, 500-5T/W. Call 405-263-7271 Two Hole Ag Cat project for sale. Call Storm Aeronautics for more details. 308368-5556
1977 G164-B, 8876 TT airframe, 850 SMOH on Covington 1340, 330 gal hopper, tall tail, SATLOC GPS, bottom load fuel, 1 1/16” heavy gear, aileron-elevator servo’s, smoker, flagger, WeatherAero fan, 80 gal. fuel, Nebraska airplane. $110,000 Call Aaron at 308-367-6538 Twins! Two 2017 Super A+600 Queen Cats! 350gal H-V TL Combos, B-Cabins, T.S.T. 0-SMOH AF/E/P. Fly Smart / Safe / Cheap...do better work! For more information contact AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com
1976 Ag Cat B Model, 086B serial number, AFTT15900, engine TT 8000, PT6-20, slight 550 since hot, prop about 900 hrs. SIRAN, nav and strobe lights, goose feet, smoker, SATLOC gps, ten vane spreader, CP nozzles, WeathoAreo fan, 25 inch Transland gate, A/C, 80 gal fuel, bottom load fuel, stainless steel drop booms, fresh annual and hot section. Call 318-724-6880
Turbine Super B Ag Cat, TTAF 10,200, ELM 2001, SPOH 650, 400 Gallon Super B, Raised Wing, Walter Turbine Conversion, AVIA Prop, Lane Brake, Stainless Booms, CP Nozzles, Ag Nav, Crophawk, 38” Gate, Wide Transland Spreader, 120 Gallon Fuel, Bottom Load Fuel, Cool Seat, New 29” Tires, Wings Stripped and painted last annual, Goose Feet. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com
Mint G164A -450HP, 0-IRAN AF, E&P, DAF Combo, SAFE, Economic Start-up, $119K For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com
1976 Ag Cat G164A, N48555, SN 1671, R1340 1171 SMOH, 12D40 Prop, SS drop booms, CP Flat Fan w/swivels, Airstar 99 w/flow control, Smoker, Wing extensions & Hershey Tips, Aileron & Elevator Servos, 80g fuel w/bottom load, 1” main gear, Hershey tail gear, Sealed cockpit/ 1pc windshield, metalized wings, Tall tail - centerline, Flagger, Speed Ring. For more information contact Sky Tractor LLC at 800-437-5319, www.skytractor. com, email@skytractor.com or Fax 701636-5881
1976 Turbine Cat A Model, *PRICE REDUCED* 10,000 TTAF, PT6-20, 200 since IRAN and hot section, all B model updates, Satloc 99.5 w/flow control, bottom load fuel 335 hopper, right boom shut off, CP11s with swivels, clean northern plane! $215,000 Call Ryan 701360-7926 A Model Ag Cat project for sale. Includes data tag. Complete project disassembled. Frame, wings, tail surfaces repaired. Call for more details and pricing. Location in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics 308368-5556 D Model Ag-Cat -34 P&W, 550 gal hopper, 120 gal fuel, recent annual & extensive hot section on engine, too many other modifications to list. Serious inquires only. For more information call EF Lyon at 337-526-4850
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2000 AT-602, S/N 602-5068, TTA&E 7103, P&W PT6 -60AG, S/N PCE RG0077, 0 Time since wing SPAR MOD, Brand new landing gear (Factory installed), New ATF fuselage (factory install), Horizon indicator, Lane pump fan, SATLOC M3, Engine has NEW CT blades, Vane ring & segments, New #1 & #2 Bearings, O/H oil cooler, 875 SMOH on propeller, w/ new blades, 0 time since hot section, 38” Gate. $475,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Call George Mitchell at M & M Air Service Inc. 409-656-5998 or 409-794-2352 Fax: 409-794-2958
1997 AT-602 -60 *PRICE REDUCED* N5096N, Night work lights, smoker, bottom load fuel, wingman, AC and heat, SATLOC Bantam GPS, HSI performed with sale. ENGINE: PT6-60, Total engine and airframe time: 7500 hrs, CT blades, vane ring, and segments: 1100 hours, New fuel controller, PROP: 150 hours since overhaul and new blades, WINGS: spar cap replacement completed at 6800 hours, $515,000 Contact Office: (870) 655-8330 Cell: (870) 623-2312 Email: emptypocketsflying@yahoo.com
1992 AT-502A- 0166, *HUGE PRICE REDUC TIO N* N1539X , PT6A- 45R , 2,677.0 hrs SMOH, 6,403.0 hrs SNEW, Propeller 2,677.0 hrs SNEW, TSHS 0 hrs, SATLOC Bantam, Lane Brake and fan, Wingman unit, Pulse lights, Swathmaster Spreader, Annual Date of Sale. Artificial Horizon. Well maintained! $375,000 George Mitchell at M & M Air Service Inc. 409-656-5998 or 409-794-2352 Fax: 409-794-2958 2013 AT-602 -60AG, N30562, approx. 14 0 0 hr s T T, smoker, elec . br ake gr. adj., Bantam w/Flowcontrol and W ingman........ $880,0 0 0 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870295-6213
2008 AT-802A, S/N: 802A-0310, PT6A67AG, 2973 TT, Fresh paint job and fresh extensive annual. New landing gear, all new windows and windshields, new engine mount, 10 inch Hyd gate with Vondran gate controller, new G4 GPS with flow control, new spreader, smoker, bottom load fuel, LED pulse lights, Factory A/C and heat. This also comes with your first 100hr. and 300hr. inspections at no charge and 100hr. warranty on A/F labor at Ag Air Aircraft Inc. $935,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870-857-3744 for details
1998 AT-602-60, N5192T SN: 602-0527. 7911 TT Engine and Airframe, Night work lights, LED nose lights, Smoker, Single point fuel, Wingman, Factory heat & AC, SATLOC M3, Intelliflow, Factory dropped booms, CP11TT’s, Lane brake and fan, Right boom shutoff, SSF 13 Vane Spreader, Garmin SL 40, Motorola business band radio. See spec sheet for more info. Selling for the Chad Frei family. $400,000. OBO! MUST SELL THIS YEAR! 208-431-4795, timshamblin@gmail.com
2012 AT-502B -34AG, 1703 TTAE, 648 SHOT, Fresh Annual, VG’s, Satloc G4 with intelliflow, Radio Package, Electric artificial horizon, 3” Bottom Load, Single point fuel, Smoker, Lane brake, Transland Wingman, LED strobes, LED wigwag safety landing lights, Reabe hopper and pressure gauge, Stainless steel spray system, Right hand boom shut off, AFS check valves, CP-11 TT’s, CP swivels, Stainless camlocs, Night working lights, 25” Gate, Transland swath master, New landing gear, Stainless Steel tail wheel deflector, Laser altimeter. For more information please call Scott Rainey at 731-538-2926 or 731-446-5938 Email: rainair@ken-tennwireless.com 2013 AT- 602 - 65AG, 14 0 0 hrs. TT, Engine under warranty until 2500 hrs. $950,000 Call for more information 662-588-0519
1995 AT-502B 10,336 TTAF, Wing Spar Replaced 1-3-2012 7886 hours, Engine PT6-15AG S/N 14265, 10,336 TT, Prop o/h 7-13-2013, M-3 w/ Flow Control, Load Hawg, CP, Smoker, Heat & AC, Led light Spreader, Electric fan Brake, Hydraulic flaps, $350K Call Gary at 662-299-8095
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2011 AT-602. N6005R. 3800 TTAF&E60. New fuel controller and new high pressure fuel pump, Smoker, electric brake, air, heat, 10 inch hydraulic gate with Del Norte controller, single point fuel, Wingman, fresh annual, prop IRAN, fresh HSI, overhaul starter generator $595,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Call Al 870-265-5011 2001 AT-602, 6200 TT, recent IRAN on prop and gearbox. 0 HOT section by Prime Turbines. New wings, bottom load fuel, M3 Satloc, quick start, LED nose lights, Wingman, spreader and CP09 nozzles, $525,000. 870-866-7636
1997 AT-602 N50738, s/n: 602-0448, TT 11,055.0, Pratt & Whitney PT6A -45R s/n: PCE-84148, TT 30,424.0, SOH 15,445.3, SHOT 713.8, Hartzell Prop HC-B5MP-3, s/n: EVA-2147, TT 6300.0, SOH 2444.7, SIRAN 494.5, Annual inspection due 10-1-16, Eddy current inspection due at TTA of 13,055.0, Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 13,569.0, Since power section IRAN: 0.0 (by Pro-Turbines) Has upper aft Longeron kit installed, Has heavy horizontal brace tube assemblies Has Concord sealed batteries. See Spec Sheet for equipment. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
1991 AT-402A -34 Engine 11,313 hrs.TT with Fresh Hot Section & NEW VANE RING, Airframe 12,376 TT, Wings 5057 hrs. left, Prop “0” s/overhaul, New Paint in 2014, Main/Tail Springs & blocks 800 hrs. S/New, 3 pc. Windshield, A/C, Refurbished hopper installed in 2015, SATLOC Bantam, 25 in. gate with 3 yr. old Swathmaster, Stainless Booms, Air Tractor Fan. Single point fuel. Fresh Annual $340,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Negotiable. Call Jeff Leger 409-659-6415 or Jeffery Leger 409-296-4300
1982 AT-400, N432WA S/N: 400-0435, -15 Pratt, 15792.9 TT Engine, 2700 Hrs. Since Light Overhaul by Covington, 15571.1 TT Frame, 2985 Hrs. Since Spar Replace w/10,000 Hrs. remaining, 3 pc. Windshield, Harbour A/C, GCU., 600 hrs. on new gear, V.G.’s, Prop 300 hrs. since O/H., SATLOC Bantam, 25in. Gate w/Swathmaster, Stainless Booms, Agrinautics pump w/Lane Fan, Single point fuel. Fresh Annual. $300,000 Negotiable. Call Jeff Leger 409-659-6415 or Jeffery Leger 409-296-4300
1996 AT-402B, PT6A-34, TT 5681 hrs., SMOH 3876 hrs., SHOT 540 hrs., Wings 2298 hrs. $400,000 Call Doug Thiel at 559-907-4241 or 559-665-7830 2009 AT-502B N769PB, s/n: 502B 2691, TT 1830.0, Pratt & Whitney PT6A -34AG, s/n: PCE-PH0496, TT 1830.0, 0.0 SHOT by Prime Turbine, Hartzell Prop HC-B3TN-3D, s/n: BUA-31491. Annual inspection due: 4 -1-17. Equipment: 38” gate, Hopper rinse, Factory air conditioner, Factory Cabin Heater., Smoker, Alum. Booms w/ CP nozzles, M3 Satloc Small screen with Intelliflow, Electric fan, Single point fueling, Vortex Gen. kit, Load Hawg. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
2015 AT-502B -34AG, 500 Hrs. TT A&E, Stainless Steel Camlocs, SATLOC, Bantam with Intelliflow, Lane electric brake, Hatfield fueling system Wingman, CP nozzles, P&W extended warranty. $778,000 Call Steven at 870-945-1383
2003 AT-802F (2 Seat) 967.1 TTAF & E & P, -67AG, autopilot, complete spray gear with CP nozzles, NDH, always hangered, GNC 300XL GPS/Comm; K Y96A Comm; Apollo SL70 Xpder; Technisonic FD1074 TDFM136, Satloc M3, Air Tractor Fire Gate. 204-729-7723 or jon@westmanaerial.com
2010 AT-502B, TT 2351, PT6 -34AG 170 FUEL, HEAT & A/C, 3” SIDE LOADER SATLOC M3 W/7L LIGHT BAR, TURN & BANK IND. LARGE LANE FAN & ELE BRAKE TR ANSCEIVER TR ANSPONDER LED LANDING LIGHTS WIRE CUTTERS. NO FERTILIZER. 863-467-7777 sunniland@ wildblue.net
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1995 AT-502B, TTAF 8572.4, Engine TT 13,775 (250 hrs. SHS), Factory air conditioning, Wingman and good cycle times remaining, Hemisphere G4 w/Flow Control, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, CP11s, Weath-Aero Pump, One season on 3” load valve, 700 hrs. on fresh wings, main gear & tail spring. 38”Gate Swathmaster spreader, new main gear tires, single point fuel, Wingman $350K Call Blake 870-995-2031
2009 AT-502B, 3187 TTSNEW Engine: PT6A-34AG, 7375 TTSNEW 642 SHSI Prop: 2882.1 TTSNEW 337.1 SMOH by Maxwell SATLOC G4/Flow Control, Apollo SL40 Comm, Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel, A/C & Heat, VG’s, Reabe Clear Canopy, LED Landing Lights, Brackett Air Filter, Single Point Fuel, Hopper Rinse, Lane Brake, Rt. Boom Shut-Off, Fresh Annual, Clean Northern Airplane $549,500. Call Craig (605) 8504729 or Email: Cbair@ncfe.coop
1998 AT-402A, 6596 TTSN, 0 SHOT (Covington), 1657 SOH, NDH, All logs, All Ad’s complied including AD200608-08 (Eddy Current), New Paint 2008, Northern Plane, Loaded with M3, King Comm, Transponder, Garmin GPS, Lane Electric brake, Boom shut-off, Very Nice affordable well cared for work horse. 605-661-7525 or jcbhoffner@gmail.com
2008 AT-502B, 3360 hours TTA&E, Hot Section, Fresh Annual, $625,000 For more information email Mike at cobbeo@ rocketmail.com
1993 AT- 402, 6402 TT PT6A-15AG engine 8671.7 TT 1254 SHSI Prop 1254 SOH SATLOC Light GPS, Lane pump brake, standard spray system, Transland spreader. Ready to go to work. $325,000 Call Mike @ Valley Air Crafts 559-6867401 or mike@thevalleyaircrafts.com
1999 AT-502B -34 w/ fresh annual, 9600 TT, Tons of cycles remaining on all rotating components, 100 since HSI, FCU, Batteries, recent CT blades & spar caps, factory drop booms, Lane fan & brake, M3 GPS, hopper rinse, smoker, AC, Bleed air heat, 170 gallons fuel. For more information go to http://craig138. wixsite.com/n73070 $375K Call Craig 252-426-9676
2013 AT-802A -65AG, N522LL, approx. 1975 hrs TT, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., G4 w/flowcontrol, stainless steel can locks, spreader, CP nozzles, dual condensers, single point fuel, hydraulic gate w/Vondran controller, LED nose lights, Kawak Throttle Quadrant and Wingman $1,0 0 0,0 0 0,0 0 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870295-6213 2013 AT-502B -34AG, 1,300 TTAF&E, G4, VG’S, HEATER, COMM/TXP. $695,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
2013 AT- 602 - 65AG, 2,357 +/- Hrs. TTA&E, A/C, Heat, Lane electric brake & fan, air bag seat belts, SATLOC Bantam with Intelliflow, Wingman, single point fuel, Custom Air t/w, fresh H.S.I. and annual at sale. Excellent condition! $850,000 For more details call 800-4412964
2014 AT-502B -34AG, N30411, TT 1170 hrs., Wingman, Single Point Fuel, Bantam w/Flowcontrol, Smoker $680,000 *PRICE REDUCED* For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
2006 AT-802A -67AG, 4730 hrs. TTSN E&A, 10” Transland gate, single point fuel, M3 SATLOC, new landing gear, red and white, working now. $685,000 Call Steve 239-860-2028
1997 AT-802 -67AG 802A-0051, Satloc M3, AC, TDFM 138, 10” Transland Gate, ACTT- 6192.9, ENG TT-3331.2, Fresh annual, Shadin Fuel Flow, Single Point Fuel. $750,000 505-515-1187
2001 AT-802A - 65AG, Total rebuild 2865hrs ago TT 10,464, Major engine work at Dallas Air, Motive 1800 +/- hrs ago. Just came out of major annual fresh hot section, $125k spent on it. Zero on prop IRAN and starter gen., wings done 2865 hrs ago and aircraft was painted and totally redone at AG Air Aircraft. Loaded HYD gate, vondran controller, new G4 SATLOC, wingman, Lane pump, radio stack, red white paint. New landing gear, singal point fuel. Comes with 100 hr A/F warranty on labor and first 100 and 300 hour free labor with purchase. $655,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870-857-3744 Corning, AR
2007 AT-802A-0259, N2465D, -67AG, 4986.7 TT, SATLOC Bantam, radio pkg, smoker, electric fan brake, Fast Start, dual A/C cond., new landing gear, factory heat & air, fresh hot & annual. 2390.1 Hrs. TT since gear box and light O/H. $850,000 Available December. For more details call 800-441-2964 2017 Air Tractors, all models, call 800-4412964 to reserve your slot! 2011 AT-402B, 1,300 TTAF&E, 3 PIECE W/S, SMOKER, HEATER, LANE BRAKE/FAN $560,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1998 AT-602, 9630 TTE&A, PT-60AG 433 SHSI, 20 0 since nozzles & borescope, new filters & batteries, M3 SATLOC, flowcontrol, Shadin, CP109s w/set of CP11Ts, 2 rinse tanks, A/C, new pump, new Lane brake, new center boom, new flap motor & gears, new main & tail gear, new tires/brakes, 88” SS spreader, Load Hawg, night lights & a manual tail wheel lock. $400K Firm 318-237-7088 2013 AT-502B -34AG, 2050 TTAF&E, G4, VG’S, HEATER, LANE BRAKE $630,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401 2015 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG, 400 TTSN, Bantam/flow, CP’s, S. S spray, com/ transponder radio’s, 234 fuel, Hatfield STC S.P. fuel, S.S. Camloc’s. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmairparts@mymctc.net
2012 AT-802 -65AG, N363BG, approx. 2400 hrs TT, dual cockpit, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., G4 w/Flowcontrol, CP nozzles, spreader, hydraulic gate and Wingman....$975,000 *PRICE REDUCED* For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213.
2000 AT-502B, 9100 TTIS AF&E. Spars done at 7988 hours. 1100 hours SGBI and prop O/H. Factory heat & air. Lowered booms. Hemisphere G4 w/flow control. Smoker. Hopper rinse. CP-11’s, WeathAero. Wingman. Breckenridge 12 vane spreader. Sold with fresh annual and HSI. No major damage history $400,000 *PRICE REDUCED* 662-822-3204.
1991 AT-402 PT -34 11,650TT, Engine 9,800TT, 1,400 SIRAN Gear Box, 600 SIRAN Prop, 1,200 SOH Prop (times are approx. still working) WW, Bantam, Flow Control, Smoker, New belly skins, 1 yr. old AC, Digital Hopper Gauge, SS Booms & SS Spreader, PT 111 Tips, AFS Nozzles, Stripped & Painted 3/2016, 3 pc. Windshield, Wings due at 17,378 hrs., Annual & Hot Section at Sale, Very Well Maintained. $330,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Call Michael at 229-881-1253 2013 AT-802A, PT6A -67AG, TTA&E 2181 . 0 , 16 6 .7 S . H . S . I . , Fu l l f i r e configuration, Hyd. Gates & Wingman, July annual. $950,000 For more details 800-441-2964
1994 AT-502B, 11036 Hours Total Time, 558 Hours Since Complete Rebuild by Georges Aircraft, 558 Hours since new prop, 1 season on new SALTOC G4 w/ Intelliflow, 3111 Hours since new 9800 hour lower spar caps in 2008, 558 Hours since Hot and IRAN PT6A-34AG, AFS Check valves w/CP-11, Smoker, $460,000 Call 308-991-3432 or email rdwells@ gtmc.net
AT-401B: Power and payload at the right price. Step up to a highly productive, low maintenance piston engine ag plane for a price that makes solid business sense. The economical 400-gallon capacity AT-401B has a piston-engine price tag, plus all the reliability, durability, safety features and flying ease that make Air Tractor the industry leader. For qualified buyers, Wells Fargo has attractive and flexible terms available. Call your Air Tractor dealer New AT-502XP, PT6A-140 engine, smoker, 234 fuel. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmairparts@ mymctc.net A&E, 170 Gal Fuel, A/C, Heat, Lane electric brake & fan, RCA attitude gyro, 3” bottom load, S/S Camlocs, SATLOC Bantam with Intelliflow, P&W extended warranty. $785,000 *PRICE REDUCED* For more details 800-441-2964 2009 AT-802 -67. 6,800 TTE&A, 300 hrs SIRAN on prop, hydraulic flaps, hydraulic air conditioning, hydraulic spray pump, hydraulic spray valve, hydraulic gate, Air Repair variable rate gate controller, SATLOC G4, Wingman, FastStart. Comes with fresh annual and HSI. Call for price. 318-439-0710, snoano@gmail.com
1981 AT-301 TURBINE CONVERSION (GARRETT -6) 5,500 HOURS TTSN, TURBINE CONVERSION (BAILEY) DONE IN 2009 @ 4,800 HOURS, 600 HOURS SHOT ; 300 HOURS SINCE GEARBOX INSPECTION, 1,500 HOURS UNTIL NEXT HOT SECTION IS DUE, 300 HOURS ON LANDING GEAR LEGS, 2,000 HOURS UNTIL WINGS ARE DUE FOR NEW SPARS, BAILEY HOPPER CONVERSION 350 GALLON WITH 50 GALLON HOPPER EXTENSION ( 400 GALLONS CAPACITY), SATLO C M -3 G P S , M A R B U RG ER WINGLETS, SMOKER, WINDSHIELD WASHER, SINGLE POINT FUEL, RIGHT HAND BOOM SHUT-OFF, STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATORS SPREADER, ZEE AIR CONDITIONER, LED NAV LIGHTS AND LED 3 POSITION STROBES, NEW PAINT IN 2013, AIRCRAFT TO BE SOLD WITH FRESH ANNUAL, $249,500 *PRICE REDUCED* CALL ASI JET AT 952-9416255 FOR MORE DETAILS!
1989 AT-401, 9665TT, Younkin Engine w/2 new extra cyls. & parts 973TTSMOH, JPI Engine Monitor, Hamilton standard hydro prop 0 SMOH, Wing spar caps done 1501 hrs ago, Main gear has 292 hrs, SATLOC LiteStar II, Collins A/C, WeathAero pump, Stainless steel booms, New paint in 2013, Fresh Annual $160K 601-201-9497
2013 AT-502B -34, 2000 hrs TT AF&E, Working now, Owner flown, Clean, Equipped, N o damage his tor y, N o nonsense, Ready to work! Available late summer. $650K Call Paul Bruton 979543-5712 2015 AT-502B -34AG, 300 +/- Hrs. TT 2014 AT-802A, PT6A-65 AG, Wingman, hyd. gate, GPS/flow, 1400 TTSN. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmairparts@mymctc.net 2013 AT-802 (2 Seat), 4,000 TTAF&E, -67AG, Full Hydraulics, $900,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401 2014 AT-502B, 800 TTAF&E, G4, LANE BRAKE, HEATER, RADIOS, VG’S, $740,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
2013 AT-502B, 673.3 TT, PT6-34AG HEAT & A/C, BANTAM GPS W/7L LIGHT BAR, SS BOOMS, SHADIN FUEL FLOW COMPUTER, GARMIN TRANSCEIVER, LANE FAN & ELE BRAKE, TURN/BANK IND, RH BOOM SHUT OFF, 3” BOTTOM LOADER LED LANDING LIGHTS. NO DRY FERTILIZER. $650,000 USD *PRICE REDUCED*. 863-467-7777 sunniland@ wildblue.net
1979 AT-301 N8764S, TTAF 9663 Hrs. P&W R-1340-AN1 Engine TSMOH 235 Hrs. Covington, 2000 Hrs. remaining on wings, 12D40 Prop 385 Hrs. SOH, 126 gal. fuel, Short tail w/good fabric, Good Clean Northern Airplane w/no Corrosion, Ag Nav Guia w/flow control, New aluminum booms, CP-03’s, Smoker, Fresh Annual on purchase. Call 308-991-3432 or email rdwells@gtmc.net
1988 AT-502 N1004B, s/n: 501-0022, TT 7816.4, Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG, s/n: PCE-57182, TT 13,834.5, SHOT 1.1, Hartzell Prop HC-B3TN-3D, s/n: BUA30202, SOH 1121.4, (Aircraft converted from 501 to 502 on 10-31-05 by Frost Flying Service) Annual inspection due: 7-116, Hot Section Inspection performed by Prime Turbines., Has new 9800 hour spar cap’s, by Air Tractor. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
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1989 AT-402, 8720 TTAF, 1700 since new spars and refurbishment, P&W -15AG, 1085 since Covington light overhaul, 570 since HSI, 1085 since prop overhaul with new blades, SATLOC M3, A/C, electric fan brake, single point fuel, Shadin fuel flow meter, flow control, smoker, windshield washer, VG’s, Load Hawg, SSF spreader pan, CP09’s. Fresh annual, clean, problem free and ready to work! $350,000 Call 501-516-5874
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AT-504: Learn and earn. With side-by-side cockpit seating and 485-gallon capacity, the AT-504 is a great way to train new ag pilots and earn while they learn. Powered by the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG turbine engine, you’ll get working speeds and performance like the tried and true AT-502B. And when the training day is done, you’ll see that it was productive workday, too. Wells Fargo financing for qualified buyers is available; just visit with your Air Tractor dealer. 2005 AT-802 -65. 8,800 TTA&E. 400 hrs SIRAN prop, Completely refurbished 2015. SATLOC G4, Wingman, FastStart. Call for price. 318-439-0710. snoano@gmail.com
1982 AT-400, N501JK, 9597 TT, SATLOC M3 GPS, Smoker, hopper auger system, MICRO VG’S. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 1979 AT-301, 7619 TTAF, 240 SMOH by Covington, Hydromatic prop 240 SPOH by Memphis, Collins A/C, M3 w/ Flow control, Smoker/flagger, Garmin SL40, VG’s. New cool seat, AMSAFE airbag seat belts, CP nozzles, Reabe hopper gauge, 126 fuel, SS booms, All metal tail, 2011 paint, LG replaced at 6695 TTAF, Wings done at 6584, Single point fuel, Clean northern airplane. Call Kyle 970-867-8414 or 970-768-0553.
2013 AT-502B Firewall forward parts: Engine mount, cowling, Ram Air filter system, Hartzell prop NC-B3TN-3D/T 10282N S+4 106”. All parts with less than 1400 hours total time. Very clean and well maintained AT-502B. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details 1-509-635-1212
Several 2010-2013 AT-802 -67F, wheels configuration, full avionics, FRDS Gen II, 380 USG, full lightning protection, airbag. Detailed maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com.
AT-502B: More performance; more profit potential. With Air Tractor’s AT-502B there’s plenty of power and a big, 500gallon payload to please both pilot and operator. The Pratt & Whitney PT6A34AG turbine engine delivers efficient and effective performance that shortens ferry times and reduces takeoffs and landings. Since 1987 the AT-502 series has set the standard as the industry’s most popular ag plane. You can own one with attractive financing options from Wells Fargo. Talk to your Air Tractor dealer.
Several 2006-2012 AT-802A -67F on floats “Fire Boss”, full avionics, yellow and blue paint scheme, 1600 shp, computer gate, 380 USG, NAV/COM/GPS, audio box, radio, ELT, from 200 to 1600 hours TT, extremely careful maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@ airtractoreurope.com.
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1990 AT-502, SN 502-0080, TTAF-11221, PT6A-15AG Engine TT-12607, Fresh HSI, annual & paint job . Wing spars due in 6780 hrs. Satloc Bantam w/ G4 screen, Load Hawg, A/C, CP Flat Fan, Smoker. $360,000. Call Randy Turman 662-6540389
1980 AT-400, 7700 TTAF, 5500 TTE, 0 SHOT, 1500 Hrs on wing spar, New Prop, Overhauled Prop Gov, Overhauled Overspeed Gov, Overhauled Fuel Control Unit, New Landing Gear, New Paint, New Windshield, Satloc, Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091
AT-602: Trim your overhead. You’ll reduce costs and increase profit margins when you scale a multi-plane operation down to a single-plane operation. Air Tractor’s AT-602 makes it an easy choice. The big 630-gallon payload moves you up to high volume production, reduces loads, saves time and helps trim operating expenses compared with two smaller planes. The AT-602 is the ideal solution for 5-gallon work on center-pivot circles. Step it up with an AT-602. Visit your Air Tractor dealer. 2017 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVE YOUR POSITION NOW, $CALL$, Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
2017 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 AT-402B: Go turbo. The AT-402B, with the time-proven Pratt & Whitney PT6A-15AG turbine engine, offers impressive climb rates and overall performance. The AT-402B’s light handling characteristics help reduce pilot fatigue – while delivering the payload, speed and productivity that helps create profits. Visit your Air Tractor dealer and learn how Wells Fargo’s financing options for qualified buyers make owning an Air Tractor more affordable than you might think. 2012 AT-802 Dual Cockpit/Single Control, PT6A-65AG, 2700 TTSN, G-4/flow, com radio/transponder, wingman, new annual, new Covington hot section, 308 fuel, S.P. fuel, dual load. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmairparts@ mymctc.net
2012 AT-502B *PRICE REDUCED* PT6A3 4AG , (750 hp) 2,550 hor a s desde nuevo, 750 horas desde sección caliente y reparación mayor del hélice. Aire Acondicionado, Satloc G4 con Intelliflow, boquillas CP, Radio VHF, Transponder, Horizonte Artificial. Freno Eléctrico y Abanico Variable (Lane), Generadores de Vortice, 170 galones de combustible. Este avión se encuentra en buenas condiciones, un solo dueño desde nuevo, nunca dañado, con inspección anual reciente...$675,000 Sun Valley Aviation, 956-421-4545 2016 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG, (750hp) Avión nuevo, Aire Acondicionado, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable(Lane), 170 Galones de conbus tible , GPS Satloc Bantam con Intelliflow, Radio Comunicador y Transponder Garmin, Disponible en, Marzo...$891,000 Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545
AT-802: Capacity that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, zippy 190 mph ferry speeds, and greater working capacity than any other ag aircraft on the market - the AT-802 is simply a hoss. With the AT-802 you’ll ferry faster, spray more fields and do bigger jobs all in one load. That’s production that only Air Tractor can offer you. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the AT-802. And ask about special Air Tractor financing now available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers. Order your AT-802F or AT-802 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your AT-502 or Turbine AT-402 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Cessna 1989 AT-502, N10125, PT6-34 SN:5020047, 12746 TTAF,13700 TTE,190 SHOT Satloc Bantam with G4 screen, Wingman, Smoker, 38” gate, A/C, CP11’s. New Paint Job! $325,000. Call Randy Turman 662654-0389
1988 AT-502, W-34AG, Fresh Annual & Hot Section, 13,000 AFTT, Engine 14,278, TT 3633 SIRAN, 0.0 SHSI, Prop Hartzell HC-B3TN-D 630 hrs SOH, Spar Caps 5300 hrs remaining. Good Hopper & Glass, Wingman, Landing Lights, Alum Booms, CP’s 38” Gate, Lane Adj Fan w/ Electric Brake, Satloc G4 w/Flow Control, VG’s, Hopper Rinse, Paint is 2 years old. $325,000 Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
1993 AT-402. N9165C. 8480.1 TTAF, PT6A-14AG w/ 8239.8 TTE and 0 SHOT by LD Blake, Hartzell prop (see spec sheet), Annual due 8/1/16, 9800 hr spar caps by AT installed at 7323.5 by AT, rep. due at 17,123.5 TTA, new hopper installed by AT at 7323.5 TTA, new main gear legs and axles installed at Hobbs: 1107.6, new tail gear installed at Hobbs: 1568, five blade fan, electric brake, Aluminum booms, SATLOC M3, flow control, A/C, single point fuel. New Paint! $345,000. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends 1994 AT-502. 10,248 TTAF, 16,916 TT on -27. Fresh HSI, 275 since prop IRAN, wings done 8004 hrs, M3 w/ Intelliflow, LoadHawg, Lane elec. brake, heat/ac, LED strobes, CP11 Flat Fans, Transland 10-vane spreader. $315,000. Paul Artman, 662-347-1063
Cessna 188 B Model’s -EVERYTHING FOR 220K, N245IJ - Air Frame TT 6161 hrs., Engine SMOH 1251 hrs., Prop SMOH 95 hrs., N72091 - Air Frame TT 11,270 hrs., Engine SMOH 1057 hrs., Prop SMOH 675 hrs., N21852 - Air Frame TT 6118 hrs., Engine SMOH 426 hrs., PROP SMOH 140 hrs., One complete 188B in the middle of complete restoration! Countless 188 Parts! For details contact Malcom Williams at 318-372-4073 or email mwilliams@ vdci.net
1971 Cessna Ag Wagon, TTAF 1450 hours, TT Eng. Since O/H 292 hours (IO-540), TT on new prop 285 hours. $150,000 Call 309-253-2128
1978 Cessna Ag Truck, 6000 TTAF, 625 TTeng, 550 TTprop, 8.50X10 Clevelands, GPS, field ready. $125,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091
www.frostflying.com 1973 CESSNA 188B, N5647G, A/F TT 4020, Continental O-470R Engine, 230 HP, Prop Time 394.8, SEE SPEC SHEET FOR DETAILS, Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net 1979 Cessna Turbo 182RG, 3,120 Horas desde nuevo, 260 Horas desde Top y Turbo OH (Lycoming TO540. 88 Galones de combustible, Oxygeno, Radios King digitales con GPS, HSI, STEC 55 Piloto Automatico. Buenas condiciones, buena pintura, interior de cuero. $120,000 Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545
2017 Slots Available .............................................................................Call 1974 Cessna A188B Ag Truck, 5689.8 TT, 1213.8 TSMOH, 206.9 STOH, 106.9 TTSN Prop, Hyd. spray gear, Spreader but has never spread (Northern Plane), GPS, Crophawk, Horton Leading edge, New tires. $125,000 Call Kurt Homkes at 616-291-5808
2014 502B -34AG N30411, 1,700TT, Wingman, Single Point Fuel, Bantam w/Flowcontrol, Smoker............................................................ $680,000
1966 Cessna Ag Wagon A188, 4184 Total time with 1130 SMOH and 574 SPOH. Aero fan, CP11 nozzles, SATLOC lite, smoker and automatic flagman. Call Rex Kelley 308-214-1516 1978 Ag Wagon - IO 520-D engine, SMOH 525.6 hours, TTAF since new 7542.6 hrs., Bantam GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control and Wing fuel tanks. Clean old Cessna. Purchased to get my son ag time. He is now flying my turbine and have no need for the Cessna anymore. Contact Chris at 662-822-4278 or Phil at 662-390-7056.
2012 Air Tractor 802, N363BG, -65AG, approx. 2400 hrs TT, dual cockpit, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., G4 w/Flow control, CP Nozzles, spreader, hydraulic gate and Wingman ................................................... $975,000
2013 Air Tractor 602, N30562, -60AG, approx. 1400 hrs TT, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., Bantam w/Flow control and Wingman ............... $880,000 Complete Air Tractor Parts And Accessories
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1972 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, N21883, TT6350, 1740 SMOH, Prop165, stainless steel booms, SATLOC Lite 2, new leading edges, refurbished hopper, CP nozzles, owner flown since new. Good flying and fast! Current annual with sale. $120,000 Call Kevin at 785-386-8875 1976 AGTRUCK, 3984 TT 954, SMOH 957 SPOH, HYD PUMP, SS BOOMS, CP11 NOZZLES, BANTAM GPS, GARMIN 196 GPS, CABIN HEAT, CHT, FLASHING BEACON, SPIN ON OIL FILTER, FIRE EXTINGUISHER, 22X800X8 WHEELS & BRAKES, GOOD PAINT & GLASS, NO DRY FERTILIZER, PRICE $113,500 USD. 863-467-7777 sunniland@wildblue.net
2013 AT-802, N522LL, -65AG, approx. 1975 hrs TT, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., G4 w/flowcontrol, stainless steel can locks, spreader, CP nozzles, dual condensers, single point fuel, hydraulic gate w/Vondran controller, LED nose lights, Kawak Throttle Quadrant and Wingman ......$1,000,000
Dromader Order your Flying Dromader or M18 Dromader Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace. com
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Large Selection of PT6 Accessories New Turbine Props and Blades 0 SMOH 1340 Younkin S/S Pumps, Booms and Center Boom for Air Tractor
Jack Frost jack@frostflying.com Frost Flying Inc Office 870-295-6213 Maintenance 870-295-3776 Fax 870-295-6674
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Garrett Frost garrett@frostflying.com Parts 870-295-6218 Fax 870-295-6237 parts@frostflying.com
Large inventory of PT6 and Air Tractor parts • Financing Available Call for Wingman installation For AgAv Parts & Accessories Call Matt Ashburn
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1976 CESSNA, A-188B, N4933Q, A/F TT 6315.7, Continental IO-520D26B 285 HP, Check Spec Sheet for all the details, SOLID AS A NEW AIRCRAFT Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net
1976 Cessna Bonair Ag Truck A-188B, N4765Q, A/F TT 3227, Continental IO-550 Engine 300 HP, Engine Time 456, New Tail Wheel Assembly, Satloc Lite Star II, Smoker, Super Boom, Good Windows, Locking Tail Wheel, Nozzles Te e J e t s , M i d - C o n t i n e n t A i r c r af t , H a y t i , M O , 8 0 0 - 3 2 5 - 0 8 8 5 w w w. midcont.net
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1974 Cessna Ag Truck, N53243, TT 4940 hrs., Engine 698 hrs. TTSN on Cont IO-520, Hartzell 3-blade prop 698 hrs. SNEW, CP nozzles, Satloc Bantam, Smoker, New RH fuel cell in 2013 and new LH fuel cell in 2016. $110,000 Call Seaver at 575-799-2504
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3 Dromaders for sale. 1998: 1600-TTAF, 0-SMOH, 850-SPOH. 1996: 2700-TTAF, 650-SMOH, 0-SPOH, 750 gallon hopper. 1995: 4400-TTAF, 850-SMOH, 160-SPOH. All machines are well equipped, with fresh annuals inspections completed. We have lots of spares and can supply support. Please call for details and pricing. 306630-8870
1960 Hutcherson Pawnee, Less than 300 hrs. SMOH on Continental 0470R with a constant speed prop, 4000 hrs. TTAF, 2005 Ceconite fabric, In great shape, new SATLOC, new Garmin comm radio, CP’s, automatic flagger and smoker. Ready to work! $50,000 or might trade on very nice original stock J-3 Cub that has Butyrate Dope or Poly Tone Cub yellow. US inquiries only! Call 918-704-0308
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1964 PA25-235, 4818TT Engine1000 since O/H. Great airplane, No damage history, Smoker, Automatic Wingman, Weathaero Fan, Rear wing attach mod done, Current Annual next due March 2017, All Logs complete. $68,000 OBO • Contact Mat at 918-225-8561 Order your Piper Pawnee Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478 - 987-2 25 0 o r o rd e r o n l i n e at agairupdatemarketplace.com
1979 Ayres Thrush - N4010H - SN2527R 13,796 hrs. TT, Goering Conversion Garrett TPE331-6-6-252M, 0-Time Cam (CD Aviation), 500 Gallon Hopper, 1,365 hrs. since Lower Spar Cap Replaced (Gustin), Zee A/C, Cool Seat, Bottom Load Fueling, Transland Stainless Steel Booms, CP11 TT Nozzles, SATLOC Bantam, G4 Screen, L7 Light Bar, Intella-flow Flow Control. See spec sheet for more information. Call Jim 218-289-1999
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1981 Eagle Aircraft DW-1, Aircraft can be ready for delivery this Spring!!! Airframe (times are approximate): 4850 hours TT, Engine: 1650 SMOH, Propeller: 400 SPOH, Equipment: 250 Gallon Hopper, Satloc Lite Star II GPS, Smoker, Spreader, Air conditioning, Automatic flagman, Landing/Taxi lights, Nav lights, Strobe lights, Hopper light, General Information: Upper and Lower Right wings rebuilt at Factory, New Upper Center Wing spar section done at Factory. New cockpit glass! New Paint on entire aircraft! Fresh extensive annual inspection, and Much more!$60,000 Tom Ashenfelter 952941-6255
Piper 1946 J-3 Cub, 85 HP $37,000 Call Tim Wiebe at 316-617-6623
Piper Brave 285 - 1 working and 2 wrecked Tiara powered Braves. Working Brave has 7271 TT, 596 SMOH engine all compressions 72# or higher, 815 SMOH prop, Satloc Bantam GPS w/aerial ace flow control, CP11 nozzles w/swivels, wired hand held com radio, AM/FM & BB radios, E-I engine monitor and tach, 3 Transland spreaders, spare overhauled props & multiple Tiara engine parts. See spec sheet for details! $115K Call 218-770-0130
Piper PA-25-235, 6919Z, 7606TT, 725 SMOH, Full hutch conversion, SS sprayer, CP nozzles, weath aero fan, Crophawk, smoker, flagger, low time prop, 250 hp. Email rickh@ruraltel.net or call 785-2820218
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1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE(400 HP) - 7642 Total Time/ 388 since Overhaul engine/ 0 since Overhaul 3 blade Propeller: 275 gal hopper, JAS Gate, Agrinautics pump and fan, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with AFC check valves and CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, com radio, electric turn and bank, pistol grip, nav/strobe/instrument/landing and taxi and retractable night working lights, NEW Dyna Nav VEKTOR GPS, left entry step, good paint/tires/glass. Just had EXTENSIVE ANNUAL INSPECTION, aircraft in good condition. $160,000. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559 686 1794/ info@johnstonaircraft.com / www.johnstonaircraft.com
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1979 Thrush S2R/Walters Conv., TTAF 250 hrs., 1595 since eng. O/H and prop O/H. $300,000 Call 309-253-2128 for details
1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 620 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $135,000 Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545
1976 PA 36 Turbine Brave (550SHP) 6450TT, 3097 since P&W O/H PT6A-20A engine with 362 since HSI, 0 SOH 3 Blade Hartzell Prop, 275 gallon hopper, JAS gate, Agrinautics pump, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, JAS High Lift Wing Leading Edges, 90 gal fuel, comm radio, Crophawk, electric turn and bank, clock, nav/strobe/instrument/ landing and taxi lights, Del Norte GPS, pistol grip, left entry step, very good tires/ glass and paint, 1739 hours remaining on wing spar caps. This aircraft was imported from Australia, and has just had an extensive annual inspection of the engine, prop, and airframe, along with a NEW Airworthiness Certificate. This aircraft is in very good condition! Need a very reasonably priced, nimble turbine that will get a lot done for small $$$? This is it!! $280,000. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com / www. johnstonaircraft.com Order your Clipped J3 Cub Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. 478-987-2250
2006 Thrush 510P, 5670 Total Time, 29,000 hour factory Wing Spar! 850 Since Hot Section (PT6A-34AG) Bantam Satloc w/Flow control, Single point fuel, Hopper rinse tank, Load Hawg, FAST Start, Air Conditioning, Shadin fuel flow meter, Smoker, VG’s, and More!!! Asking price: $460,000. *PRICE REDUCED* ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255
1978 S2R Thrush with 40 Hrs. SMOH on Covington Engine, also new oil cooler and prop governor, 400 Gallon Thrush, TTAF 8815 hrs., SATLOC, M3 Touch screen, CP-03 stainless nozzles. Bought this aircraft to break in a new pilot fresh out of school and did not work out. Aircraft also comes with a spreader. $115,000 Call Lindsay P. Chandler at Empty Pockets Flying Service 870-623-2312 or 870655-8330
Thrush - Marsh Conversion *HUGE PRICE REDUCTION* S2RG1/400, 1975 Total time 5,601 hr, 400 gals hopper, Blay fan electric, CP nozzles, 2” side load, 106 gal fuel, Satloc with flow control, Smoker, Spring Tail wheel, 29” tire, Stainless Steel Boon, AD 80-04-06 due at 5666.6 total time (spar inspection), One owner, hangar since new in SW KS, Engine TPE 331-1 Total time 6,703, time since repair by CD Aviation Services (new turbines wheels) 633.2 hrs. engine cycles on turbines wheels, major 313, minor 1085, Prop Time since overhaul 633.2 hrs. $209,000 Call 303-810-3840
1977 THRUSH SR2, $395,000, 400 Gal with PT6-34 converted to Turbine 350 hours ago by Valley Aircraft. Airframe TT 5086.2, Engine 2800 SIRAN/Light OVH, 350 on Prop SNEW. 4800 hrs remaining on wing spars. MVP-50 Digital Instruments, M3 Satloc with flow control and touch screen, Air Conditioning an Electric Heater. Will be sold with Fresh Annual. Aircraft located in Yuma Arizona, Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
The 550 Thrush of fers new sturdy hopper and innovative large hopper door to improve access when loading dry chemicals, while providing a 550 gallon capacity. Fuel economy, low acquisition cost and proven performance makes the 550 Thrush a great option for operators. The 550 Thrush offers a choice of power plants, allowing you to tailor the aircraft to meet the demands of your particular operating environment. www. thrushaircraft.com 1997 Thrush S2R G10, 4987TT, 466 SCAM by CD, Turbomaxx Crossover duct, SATLOC Bantam w/flow control, A/C, smoker, REABE hopper quantity gauge, AMSAFE Airbag seatbelts. $485,000. Contact Kyle Scott 970-867-8414
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2015 Thrush 510G, 600 hours Total SNEW. Warranty remaining! Loaded with SATLOC Bantam Big screen w/flow control, Hatfield Single Point fuel, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Smoker, Vortex Generators, Leading edge LED lights, Night working lights/Landing light, Right and left boom shutoffs, Hopper Rinse system, GTR-225 Garmin Com Radio, RCA 2600-3 Artificial Horizon, Reabe Hopper level indicator, *STC Approval for Night Vision Goggles. $840,000 PRICE REDUCED! ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255
New 2017 Thrush 510P, serial number T34 - 451, Mid-January Delivery, All options are still available! Call for Special Pricing! ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255
2000 660 Thrush -65 Pratt, 8600hrs. TTAF, 8003hrs. SMOH, 850hrs. SHS & extensive work done to engine, prop 1100hrs. since IRAN, Load hog, fast start, flow control, heat/air, side fuel w/ auto shut off, hopper rinse, no damage history, low component times. Will sell w/fresh annual & fresh hot. 318-237-7088 2011 Thrush 510P, N70224, 1395 hrs. TTA&E, 510 Gallon Hopper, 41 Inch Stainless Steel Gate, Stainless Steel Boom, Five Blake Weathaero, Cockpit Adjustable Fan, 3” Side Load, Strobe and Nav Lights, Leading Edge Lights, Smoker, VG’s, 228 Gallon Fuel, Bantam SATLOC, Bottom Load Fuel, MVP50T, Cascade Pressure Cowl Install 213. $675,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-5729011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
1978 S 2 RT 3 4/4 0 0 T H R U S H (75 0 SHP) - 8900TT/3843 since O/H, 360 since IRAN and 28 since HSI & FCU O/H/ 512 since O/H propeller with new blades: 400 gallon hopper, factory spray system, Lane fan and electric b r ake, TJ e t n oz zl e s , S . S . 10 v an e spreader, 2” left side load, extended wings, 192 gal fuel, Cascade pressure cowl, 29” tires, spring steel tailwheel gear with 5.00x5 tire, nav/strobe/ instrument/landing and night working l i g h t s , a i r c o n d i t i o n i n g , s m o k e r, SATLOC LiteStar II GPS, good tires/ fabric/glass/paint. Fresh annual. 1200 hours remaining on wing spar caps. $287,500 Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@cascadeaircraftconversions.com 1999 Ayres Turbo Thrush N760BF G10154, 6008 Hrs. TTAF, 1150 Hrs. TTSN, 1150 Engine hrs. since Cam, 1150 Prop hrs. since O/H with New blades, Standard Gauges, Transponder, VHF Radio, A/C, AFS Check valves, Davidon Triset Nozzle Tips, Lane Fan Clutch, Lane Ground Adjustable Fan, Windshield Wiper, ATS VG’s, Smoker, Strobes, Aluminum Booms, 3” Side Load Valve, Bottom Load Fuel, 1150 hrs. on Spar Caps Replaced, Guia GPS & Flow Control, $525,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135 or bruceandrews62@ gmail.com
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The 660 Thrush with its innovative wing design and 54 foot wing span and over 400 square foot wing area ensures unmatched stability and control during ag maneuvers. The combination of a solid airframe and powerful engine creates an airplane that outperforms the competition. Thrush is known for their structural durability and excellent performance under extreme conditions. www.thrushaircraft.com
1987 Thrush S2R-T34/400 Great Low Time Thrush with loads of Extras! 6950TT airframe, 5250 TT Engine PT6A-34AG (New in 2006!) recent light overhaul IRAN by RT turbines, 400 hours of warranty remaining! Cascade inlet conversion, Dual cockpit, Bantam with Flow control, Winglets, Air conditioner, VG’s, Smoker, Lane fan brake, and More! Call for more details! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
1989 Ayers Thrush 510 -34, 13,975 TT A&E since new, 3925 time remaining on spar caps, serv aero fabric tail, complete records, fully equipped, well maintained. $295,000 Call 520-251-1577
1980 Ayres S2R-T34DC , 14961 TT, 3700 hrs. left on spars, PT6-34AG 4687 SIRAN, 7485 TT prop, 1025 SIRAN, Dual cockpit w/out controls, SATLOC M3 w/ flow control, Kawak control quadrant, Electric fan brake, Variable rate dry, Dual load valves, Dual single pt fuel, Zee A/C, Load Hawg and CP-11’s. $350,000 Call 318-724-6880
1979 AYERS THRUSH S2R-T15 Turbine Goering Conversion, AF T T 7595.1, TPE 331-5 Engine, TSO: 0/0 CSO: 0/0, Cro s s ove r, h e av y g e ar b ox 9 4 0 H P, Propeller TTSN: 506.2,T.S.O. 00.00 new blades, fresh 5 year. 528G hopper, ServAero Fabric Tail, Ciera A/C, Serv-Aero T/W Spring, Custom Air Tail Wheel Fork Conversion, Goring engine Instrument panel, Electronics International Instrument Cluster, Single Point Fuel, Low Fuel Warning Lights, Vortex Generators, Spreader, Smoker, New spray system with weathaero pump, New Tracmap GPS with auto-cal flowcontrol by Gustin Aviation. Spar Replacement Due In 1243.9 Hrs. Contact: Ward Rosadiuk at 907-351-4557 or moro@moroaircraft.com
1973 S2R Serv Aero “Viper” Thrush, Serial No: 1842R, Reg. No.: N5642X, Airframe: 7330 TT (approx.) , Engine: R-1820, 720 SMOH in 2005 (2000 TBO), Propeller: Hamilton-Standard 3 blade prop 640 SPOH (2008)(approx.), SATLOC G4, A/C, Single Point Refuel, SR 8A Electronics international Engine analyzer, KY 96A Nav/Comm, Panel mounted Boom pressure gauge, HORIZON INSTRUMENTS HI - P1000 Electric Tach, Alcor EGT, Electronics Intl. Smart Scanner, Crophawk , Smoker, 106 Gallon fuel, Aileron servos, Wing root fairings, Serv-Aero Turtle Deck, Spring steel tail wheel, Airwolf oil filter, Wing tip Extensions, AMSAFE restraint system, Stall Warning, Rotating Beacon, Strobe Light, Taxi Lights, Navigation Lights, Aluminum booms with atomizers, Installed CK-AG-40 wing spar upgrade per AD in 2007. Initial spar inspection due in 1000 hrs, Total Time remaining on spar is 8400 hours! Exterior: The aircraft top half is painted white which includes the horizontal stabilizer and rudder. The bottom half is yellow and the main wings are also yellow. $99,000 All specifications and times are subject to verification upon inspection by the buyer. Call for more details! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255 Order your 510 Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or www.agairupdatemarketplace.com
HARD WORKING THRUSH FOR IMMEDIATE SALE! $PRICE REDUCED$ AYRES -6 TURBO THRUSH, 1994 N6131MT T9230 -T TSC AM3139 -T TSPOH183 (NEW BLADES) 2266 HOURS LEFT ON FACTORY CAPS $205,000.....ANNUAL DUE 09/10/16-AC/HEAT-AGNAV-FAST START-SS BOOMS. CALL 334-898-7772 THIS AIRPLANE IS BEING REPLACED WITH A -10 THRUSH. AIRCR AFT IS LOCATED IN ALABAMA.
1981 Ayres Thrush 8670TT airframe, Engine is 0 since Covington light overhaul! Prop 1351 TSOH +4 blades. Ag-tips, Duel cockpit, fast start, Avenger spars, metal tail, Cascade pressure cowl, zee air, cool seat, custom Air tailwheel assembly, SS spray system, Lane fan and brake, Satloc Bantam GPS. This airplane is ready to work! $395,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Call Chris Eskildsen at 509-539-9033 2004 550 Thrush -65 8580 hrs. less engine and prop. Available Nov. 2016. SATLOC G4 w/Intelliflow, L7, Air Repair variable rate gate, Load Hawg, Lane brake, Shadin fuel, bottom fuel, fast start, smoker, strobe LED’s, Harbor A/C, VG’s, spreader, aluminum boom, CP 11’s. $100K Contact Jerry at 662-207-8088
1983 DC Thrush, TT 16,581, Walter 601E11, 29,000 hr wing spar, no ad’s, winglets 80’ swath, Satloc M-3, crophawk, fuel flow, a/c, heat, intercom, strobes, radio, ss booms, cp nozzles, electric pump brake, single point fuel, wingman, spreader, vg’s. $340,000 Call Shelton at 912-384-6466 or 912-592-5334. WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO Call 800-325-0885 or visit www.midcont.net 1975 S2R Thrush, Totally Renovated, All New Paint – White with New Thrush paint scheme, New Stainless Belly Skins, New Panels, New Zero Time Spars, New 850SHP Extended Engine Mount, PT6A-41 850SHP turbine, New 106” 3 Blade AVIA Prop, New Firewall Forward including the Cascade Pressure Cowl, New LED Landing/Taxi Pulsing light system, New Upper Instrument Panel with Electronics International MVP-50T Glass Panel display, New 525 Gallon, Hopper, Spr ay Sys tem, Booms and nozzles, Bottom Load Fuel, Heat and Air Conditioning, Air Seat, KAWAK Throttle Quadrant, 192 Gallon Fuel. $525,000 Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 903 Grinnell Rd. Garfield, WA 99130 509-635-1212
1980 AYRES S2R-T34, $400,000, DC 400 Gal, Air Frame TT5014 Hrs, Engine PT6A34AG TT 5014, 1813 SMOH, HARTZELL PROP 1772 TSNEW 135 SMOH, VG’S, Wing Extensions, Smoker, SS BOOMS, Strobes, LANES Electric Brake, 5 Blade Adj. Fan, 192 Gal Fuel, Windshield Washer/Wiper, Fabric Tail. Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
1974 S2RG5/525(Goering Garrett-5 conv.-750 SHP) - 12,624 TT/ 94 since IRAN engine/ 2704 since new 4 blade prop: 525 gal hopper, Simplex pump and electric fan brake, stainless booms, 2” left side load, extended wings, droop tips, aileron servos, vortex generators, 192 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/strobe/instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., SATLOC M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate with NEW factory lower spar caps, good paint/tires/glass/fabric, NEW Serv Aero Tail MODIFICATION with NEW FABRIC and PAINT! PRICE REDUCED! $305K JAS 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com
1974 S2R Geared Engine Thrush. 7710 T TAF, 810 SM O H engine . 330 hr s since master rod bearing reprocessed, crankshaft magnafluxed, valves reground and returned to service. 787 SMOH prop. Extensive annual with many new parts including tires, battery, A/C compressor, fuel pump, seat belts and harness. Has stainless steel pump with electric brake and stainless booms with CP nozzles. Satloc Bantam with G-4 screen and flow control. Air conditioner, chip lite, 24 volt electrical system, smoker, flagger, single point fuel, comm radio, oil filter kit, digital tach, extended wings, Big Butterfly plate, good glass and paint. All logs since new. Asking $155,000.00 OBO Call Terry 806258-7220 or email whiteface@wtrt.net
Several PT6A-34/510 Thrushs for sale. Low engine and propeller times and good equipment. Please visit our web site, www. johnstonaircraft.com, and look in our Ag Aircraft for Sale section. JOHNSTON AIRCRAFT SERVICE, INC. 559-686-1794 or e-mail info@johnstonaircraft.com. 2013 Thrush Aircraft, N762BF G10-177, 630 hrs. TTAF, 630 hrs. TTSN, Engine 630 hrs. since Cam, Prop 630 hrs., MVP 50, A/C, Guia GPS with Flow Control, AgNav, VHF Radio, Transponder, AFS Check valves, Davidon Triset Nozzle Tips, Lane Fan Clutch, Lane Ground Adjustable Fan, Windshield Wiper, ATS VG’s, Strobes, Aluminum Booms, 3” Side Load Valve, Bottom Load Fuel, $825,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229725-5135 or bruceandrews62@gmail.com Order your Radial Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478 - 9 87-2 2 5 0 o r o r d e r o n l i n e a t agairupdatemarketplace.com
1998 Thrush 510P S2R-T34, Airframe: Approx. 8600 hours TT, Approx.1600 hours remain on Wing Spar, Engine: PT6 - 34AG , 550 Hours Since Hot Section, Equipment: Satloc Bantam GPS with Intelliflow, Bottom Load Fuel, Load Hawg, LED Strobes, Becker Com radio, Garmin GMA 240 Audio Panel, Lane Electric Fan Brake, Hopper rinse, Smoker, Air conditioning (new in 2012) Inspection status: Sold with a Fresh Annual, New Paint and Panels in 2012, *PRICE REDUCED* $360,000 Call for more details! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
Order your Thrush 660 or Dual Cockpit Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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1996 620B One owner dr y countr y airplane. TT 4819 hrs., TSMOH 682 hrs. Tulsa, Last annual completed Sept. 2016, all AD’s complied with. Nice airplane, has been based in eastern Colorado its whole life. Airstar 99.5 with Crop Hawk, & Flagger. $90,000 Call 719-765-4532 The 510 Thrush has sent the standard in Ag Aviation for dependability. With rugged construction, simplified system and low maintenance, the 510 Thrush is the aircraft any operator can depend upon. Low maintenance, maximum loads, superior pattern makes the 510 Thrush a profit machine. All Thrush Aircraft models provide superb visibility, light control forces, and unmatched speed and maneuverability. www.thrushaircraft.com
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1976 Bell/Yehnert 47-G2, 60 hours since 1200 hour overhaul. Very low time on new components. $130,000 Call 309253-2128
1979 Maule M-7-235B, N61385, Must Sell! Great Condition, New Fabric in 2002, Great Interior, IFR, S-TEC Autopilot, Northstar GPS, I-O-540, 3-Blade McCauley Prop, Observation Doors, Seats 5. Call David Chancy 229-645-3880
TRANSLAND PARTS AND EQUIPMENT - WE ARE A TRANSLAND DISTRIBUTOR A N D H AV E B E E N H E L P I N G A G OPERATORS WITH THEIR NEEDS FOR 60 PLUS YEARS! CALL AND LET OUR VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE H EL P YO U !!! E XCEL L EN T PR I CE S , KNOWLEDGE, AND SERVICE. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559 686 1794/ parts@johnstonaircraft.com, fax 559686-9360, Ask for our catalog. CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 - FAX: 438344 Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. Email gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call Monticello at 270-305-2749
Bell 47G-5 Fresh out of 1200- READY TO SPRAY. GOOD COMPONENT TIMES: -21 Blades, ENG VO435B1A blueprinted & balanced by LyCon. Inc., trailer and some extra parts. Email gomesfarmair@ gmail.com
1979 Turbo Lance, 4500 hours with fresh overhaul, IFR with Garmin 430, 3 axis auto pilot with Alt hold. 320-760-2854 for more information and pictures email iflylow@ runestone.net
CP NOZZLES and CHECK VALVES THE DRIFT FIGHTERS! - We carry a VERY LARGE INVENTORY and we have KN OWLEDG E ABLE SALE S PEO PLE! Improve your spray pattern and CUT DOWN ON YOUR HEADACHES! Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: parts@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Transland 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,900; Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401
Bell 47 Tomcat MK6C, 175 hrs out of 1200, T/r blades 175 hrs since new, M/r blades 3500 hrs remaining, Hydraulic spray system, AgNav Guia GPS installed, Dry system included, Trailer available. Call 870-886-1999 or 870-926-9313
Bell 47 grass or cover crop seeder, STC’d Simplex, Model 91610, also 47G2 Model 1300 toe mount swingback boom spray system. For more photos call 509-429-2217 or email Lockwood@communitynet.org Order your Bell 206 Helicopter Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights. Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered sprayer. Start your own aircraft company or expand your line. Call for details. Airplane Services Inc. 850-675-1252, 850-380-7268, 850380-6091.
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20 03 G l a s a i r S u p e r I I - S RG W i t h Lycoming IO 360 B1E, Propeller: Hartzell HC-FZYR-1F, Tach 307.7, Airframe 307.7, Vision Microsystems Inc. VM 10 0 0 Engine Management System, Vision Microsystems Inc. Chronometer, Vision Microsystems Inc. Air Temperature, Vision Microsystems Inc. Fuel Level Monitoring System, GNC 250 GPS Com, Garmin 496, ZAON XRX Collision Avoidance System, Amera King AK-451 406 MHZ ELT. Call Chip or Joy at 800-736-7654 for more information on this aircraft. Turbo Prop Ag Planes - Take advantage of our biggest inventory of Turbo prop ag planes. Special buys and trades welcome. PT6, Garrett, GE even Walters. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 Order your Stearman Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace. com
Dispersal Equipment Rotary nozzle set for sale. Great condition! Only used 3 months. Versatile with any boom. Lost spraying contract and need to sale. Call Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 SUPERBOOMS, Thrush Servos; Maintenance on Ag & G.A . Aircraf t Including Heavy Structural Repairs; Robinson Helicopter Service Center; Machining, Fabricating & Sheet Metal Gurus; Tri-State Aviation, ND 800-6425777 or tsa@tri-stateaviation.com www. tri-stateaviation.com Custom Boom Systems–Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com
Tri-Set Hydraulic Nozzle-Three Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available. Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock and ready to ship today! Call 1-800-4375319 Sky Tractor LLC Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc. In business for over 30 years. New 7 1/2” gate spreaders. Call for more information. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” standard throat and high volume. We do repairs on all models, including Transland and Swathmaster. 800-736-3433 or 870217-9232 Newberg Electrostatic Spraying LLC is the exclusive distributor for Spectrum Electrostatic Spray Systems. Do more acres with better performance. Call Ed Newberg 320 -848-2745. Serving northern US and Canada. Now STC’d for all 400 and 500 series Air Tractors. New Gate Keeper technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, ea sy calibration, and accurate distribution. TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the market- Applies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately. Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 TurbineConversions.com Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale. Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com Rotar y atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spectrum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance. Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 www.davidononline.com SSF 38” 12 Vane Spreader for sale. $2,500 Call 870-644-3141 for more info. Best Classified Buy In The Industry. 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
Engine PT6A-34AG, Serial Number: PCE PH0173, TSO: 9.9, CSO: 0, TSN: 4324.0, CSN: 4378, TSHSI: 0.0 See spec sheet online at http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=963 for more information or call United Turbine at 305-885-3900 Prat t & Whitney R134 0 engine for sale and Air Tractor 301/401 firewall forward accessories and prop. 275 hours SMOH by Tulsa Aircraft Engines, 0.0 since IRAN by Tulsa Aircraft Engines. Hamilton Standard 23D40 prop 275 hours SPOH by Northwest Propeller Service. $60,000 Matt (903) 814-1077 or matt@ freedomav.com R985-14B, $40K, 270-SMOH, 0-SIRAN Convington. For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com 850SHP PT6A-41/42 Thrush FWF kits for sale. New balanced mount/Pressure Cowl included. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com Garrett TPE331-151, 4200 TT hours, 600 TT hours since hot section by Georgetown Jet, complete with all accessories including starter generator and BETA tube. $85,000 Call 772-913-5225 or email turbgrp@ aol.com P&W PT6A-20 550SHP Turbine Engine For Sale - Perfect for a Turbine Brave Conversion! 4521 Since overhaul, 0 since extensive hot section inspection and update, has fuel control, fuel pump, primary governor, ignition exciter box and nozzles plus complete logs. $60,000 USA FOB Tulare, CA Call 559-686-1794 PT6A-34 Fresh test and long term preservation. TTSN: 16,355.0; TCSN: 21,203; TSO: 3,591.2; CSO: 6,147. Cycle limiter is CT Disc with 4,771 cycles remaining. TSHSI: 826.8 by Dalla s Airmotive. Engine is currently stored in Grapevine, Texas in a climate controlled warehouse. Full specs and log package available upon request. Asking $170,000 Contact Chuck Farthing at 720-322-0211 or Wendell Lambert at 214-207-3426 Pratt & Whitney Piston Engines, Parts and Accessories in stock. 0-Time R-985 / R-1340 / R-1830-92 & -94 / R-2000-7M2 / R2800CB engines ready to go. Complete stock of engine parts. We stock complete OHC cylinder assys. Ready to install. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-2577710 or email info@sunairparts.com TPE331-1-151A: *PRICE REDUCED* P-92092C, 1521 HSI, Fresh L3-GBI / CB / SBG / PG / Nozzles, RCs 4634-4179-3755, $119K For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com A.E.R.O. Turbine Par ts: Call for the b e s t p r i c i n g o n yo u r P T6 E n g i n e Parts & Rotatables. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381. R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington, $66,500.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Pratt & Whitney PT6A-60AG, 4272.2 R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons, chrome cylinders, new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-4296805
Pratt & Whitney R1340 AN-1. 0 time since overhaul in 8/5/03 by Covington Aircraft Engines. Tulsa Aircraft Engine ran engine test in 2/27/13. Engine is approved for return to service. Engine was obtained from a company in Spain. The engine was a spare for an aircraft bought by Storm Aeronautics. All logs and paperwork. Located in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics. Asking $55,000 Call 308-368-5556 Prat t & Whitney R-985 For Sale! * F I R E WA L L F O RWA R D F O R A g C at * En g in e ha s 10 6 8 . 8 SM O H , Prop has 2078.8 SMOH, Includes all accessories; cowling, engine, prop, logbooks and paperwork. Located in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics. Asking $30,000. Please call 308-3685556 for details Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-28, PCE50555, TSO 2693, 3000 CR build. For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@ jsamiami.com Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit. To get yours today, call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com
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TTSNEW, 0 since power section IRAN by Prime Turbines, O/H CLS and OS governors, new #6 bearing, fresh hot section inspection, overhaul vane ring, O/H SED, fresh accessory gear box inspection, O/H HPFP by Kansas Aviation, FCU 430 since over haul by Kansas Aviation, fresh bench check, new ignition leads, certified test cell run by Prime Turbines, complete logs. $350,000 Call 903-748-9579
Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-28, P-50875, TSO 0, Ready to ship! For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@ jsamiami.com United Turbine PT6 Center of Excellence since 1991!! PT6A Overhaul, Repair & Test Capability. Component & Accessory Overhaul, Repair & Test. Part Sales & Purchases. Onsite, P&W correlated test cell. Call 305-885-3900 www. UnitedTurbine.com Wright 1820 Engine and Prop inventory of parts that include Cylinders, Carburetors, Magnetos, Starters, Oil Cooler, and various other parts. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Honeywell TPE331 -1 thru -10 engines and accessories available. Contact David Finley at 972-248-3108 X 213 / dfinley@ turbineair.com or Rick Forbes at 972248-3108 X 302 / rforbes@turbineair. com for details.
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R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com
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2017 Air Tractors All Models Available—Reserve your slot now! 2015 AT-502B -34AG 300+/- Hrs T.T. A & E, 170 Gal Fuel, A/C, Heat, Lane elect. brake & fan, RCA attitude gyro, 3” bottom load, s/s camlocs, Satloc Bantam with Intelliflow, more...$785,000. P&W extended warranty. 2013 AT-602 -65 AG 2,600 +/- Hrs. T.T. A & E. A/C, Heat, Lane electric brake & fan, air bag seat belts, Satloc Bantam with Intelliflow, Wingman, single point fuel, Custom Air t/w, fresh H.S.I. and annual at sale. Excellent condition...$850,000 2013 AT-802A -67AG 2181 Hrs TT, 166.7 Hrs since H.S.I., full fire configuration, hydraulic gate, Wingman. Excellent condition. …$1,100,000
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Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-28, PCE50818, TSO, 0, EOS OH, For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@ jsamiami.com R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-4296805 Garrett TPE-331-10-511M , 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718 or 979-533-1720 Day or night Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staf f. We have engines for sale or exchange. Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www.jsamiami.com. PT6A-15AG Engines: Need an engine replacement or upgrade for your Ag aircraft? Pratt & Whitney Canada has some 0 TSO PT6A-15AG PT6A-15AG PT6SMART(SM) engines available. Fly with the Eagle. Explore the available options for new and used engines and make your business “PT6SMART (SM)”. Email mike.lee@pwca.ca or call 450647-3682. 850SHP PT6-42 Turboprop FWF Power Upgrade for the Air Tractor AT502/502B aircraft. Complete new FWF package ready to bolt on your aircraft. 850SHP continuous up to 106° F OAT. This power upgrade package includes engine, new engine mount, all accessories, MVP-50T glass panel engine analyzer, Cascade Pressure Cowl including the new Par 46 LED pulsing light system and field proven serviceable air filtration system providing superior protection and maximum air availability to the engine. Power up your productivity with this new STC from Cascade Aircraft Conversions. Now scheduling production and receiving deposits. Contact Cascade at 509.635.1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com Pr at t & Whitney R-985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Rober ts Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805, Fax: 903-429-6047 or email crs5r@aol.com. Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-28, PCE41708, TSO 2816, Outright Fresh HSI/Repair. 30 days, For pricing call Paul at 817-3542002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com
Garrett TPE331-151 4200 TT hours 600 TT hours since hot section by Georgetown Jet, complete with all accessories including starter generator and BETA tube. $85,000 Call 772-913-5225 or turbgrp@aol.com
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Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractors and Thrush Aircraft. Balanced Mount/ Pressure Cowls for Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees. Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to service fuel nozzles & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com. Covington Aircraft - Turbine Engines Available, PT6A-21 0 TSO; PT6A-135A NEW; PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A-34AG 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-41 3196 TSO; PT6A-41 3511 TSOPT6A-42 2107 TSO; PT6A-42 2066 TSO; PT6A65AG 314 T SN , PT6A - 65AG 5916 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul, PT6A-65AG 3998 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light OverhaulPT6A-67AG 2851 TSN. Contact us for New Engine Prices. We are interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition. Contact: David Hamilton at 918-7567862 or davidh@covingtonaircraft.com Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders, carburetor, Ag cat spreader call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 Universal Turbine Parts, 2 ea PT6A-25C TSO 0, 27; 7 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO 0 (6), 3384; 4 ea PT6A-34AG TSO 0 (3); 2 ea PT6A-135 TSO 2791, 3081; 8 ea PT6A-41 TSO 0 (3) 239, 437, 482, 1219, 1558; 10 ea PT6A-42 TSO 0 (5),638, 2104, 2529, 2635, 2817; 1 ea PT6A-50 TSO 0; 2 ea PT6A-65B TSO 0 (2); 1 ea PTA-67R TSO 487; 1 ea PT6T-3B TSO 0; 2 ea PT6A-114A TSO 0, 4113. We also buy PT6 Engines in all conditions. Please contact: Greg Miller phone 334-540-9480 email gmiller@ utpparts.com or Main office phone 334361-7853 email sales@utpparts.com Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-27, P-50935, TSO 0, Ready to ship! For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@ jsamiami.com R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has a large selection of Lycoming and Continental engine cores in stock. Call Cecilia Buster for your parts or engine needs at 800542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.ne
We build loader trucks to your specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR.
R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805
Satloc G4, M3, and Bantam. Air Repair Inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and service. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com
S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830625-4138.
Intelliflow Flow Controls - in stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor LLC 1-800-4375319
Finance Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. Air Tractor offers competitive financing options in the U.S. and Canada from Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. Fly now and take seven years to pay, 10 years to amortize and have a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. Other attractive term periods are available, too. These financing options are available on both new and used Air Tractors purchased through Air Tractor dealers. See your Air Tractor dealer today!
GPS Like new factor y reconditioned DynaFlight-AirAg-Pro system complete with new wiring harness, new GNSS Antenna and new display. Only the processor box is reconditioned, Special Price: $8,900 Call 604-465-0009 NOW introducing the new VEKTOR MAX GPS - faster, more capability and extremely user friendly. DYNA NAV VEKTOR MAX GPS - NEWEST system on the market with a FANTASTIC PRICE for all of it’s CAPABILITIES! EASY to use, RELIABLE, MUCH FASTER and HIGHER TECH. DYNA NAV FLOW CONTROL SYSTEMS ALSO AVAILABLE - PREMIUM QUALITY at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! JAS - NORTH AMERICAN DEALER Tel 559686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com / web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800-325-0885 Satloc GPS systems in stock, Bantam, G4, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar3. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/ Dealer 2015. Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800-437-5319 Sky Tractor LLC
Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller Balancing with Chadwick Helmuth engine printout equipment. Jeffries Airworks, Dynamic Balancing, Vibration Analysis. Much more than just a balance. Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location.
New 8.4” M3 Touchscreens in Stock – $1395 each. Buy as an upgrade, a replacement or for inventory. New Satloc Systems - Bantams, G4s, IntelliFlows and more in stock. From Insero - Call Anthony 480-285-4367 SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417
Insurance L A D D G A R D N E R AV I AT I O N INSURANCEWhen it comes to aviation insurance, we take our business seriously and you can be confident that we will make sure that you get the level of coverage you need. As with any business, relationships are paramount and the combination of our experience in the field along with great relationships with the insurance underwriting companies allows us to provide our clients with the Best Service, the Best Coverage and the Best Price. The commitment to these goals combined with an unparalleled work ethic and a strong desire to succeed is what our clients expect and most certainly deserve. Give us a call today and let us give you the level of service you expect from your aviation insurance agent. Call 972-250-0400 or fax 972-250-0401. Go online for a quote at www.lgainsurance. com or email us at ladd@lgainsurance. com INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 64 Years Risk Management, Low-time Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net. HARDY AVIATION INSURANCE, INC. “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do, and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc. is centrally located in Wichita, Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. Randy Hardy established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a dedicated and knowledgeable staff that includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe, Mary Humphrey and Rita Ethridge, whom have years of e xp e r ie nce s e r vicin g the ae r ial application business. Give us a try, you might be surprised. Call 1 800 7216733 or fax us at 316-945-2330. Get an online quote from our web site at www. hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com DAVIDSON SOLID ROCK INSURANCE DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800358-8079. Or visit our website at www. dsrockin.com
Miscellaneous Prop Tether Kits in stock, ships today. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www. skytractor.com, email@skytractor.com, Fax 701-636-5881 FAA approved STC’d wire cutters for Air Tractors. Storm Cutters are the newest advancement in wire cutter technology (Patent Pending). These cutters mount to the landing gear and have adel clamps positioned along the trailing edge of the gear to secure the brake lines which do away with the standard black zip ties currently used. We now have Storm Cutters in stock and available for Air Tractor models 301-802. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-3685556 to order your set, or check us out at www.hersheyflyingservice.com Crop Duster Video - “The Crop Dusters - The Early Years 1921-1955”; the era of Stearmans and Cubs flying the fields will never be seen again. Available in VHS or DVD. Only $20.00, plus S&H. MC and Visa accepted. Call 478-987-2250 Fax 478987-1836 Historical Video Productions. Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s i n n ov at i ve a n d e x t re m e l y s i m p l e solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com
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THE COLE AGENCY, INC. Specializing In: Aerial Applicators, Helicopter Operations, Pleasure & Business, Commercial Aviation, Airpor ts, Life Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots, Health Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots, When it comes to placing aviation insurance, you need to work with an insurance agent who specializes in that field. At the Cole Agency we make sure you receive the best aviation insurance packages, at the most competitive price. At the Cole Agency we don’t just talk aviation, we are pilots as well. When insuring aircraft, picking the right aviation specialist first is important. The limited number of aviation insurance companies will only deal with one agent at a time during the year. You want to make sure that you have a reputable aviation insurance specialist who works with these companies and underwriters every day to represent you, your aircraft and business. Give us a call. Cole Agency Inc. 319 Walnut Street Montezuma, Ga 31063 478-472-2010 478-472-8694 fax, kevin@thecoleagency.com www. thecoleagency.com
Lot for sale: One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway. Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway. Located in Peach County, Georgia. Public water, septic sewer, paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $25,000 OBO. 478.987.2250 SUPERBUGS A safe and economical way to speed up Mother nature! Dispose of hazardous waste in loading and spill areas, ponds and ditches. SUPERBUGS disposes of insecticides, Fungicides, herbicides, and petroleum products such as waste oil, diesel fuel, gasoline, solvent or anything of organic nature. Blue Stripe Distributing Toll Free 877-924-5025 Let us help you meet increasingly stringent precision application demands. Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com Keep your drink hot or cold in this insulated 16oz Air Tractor Tervis Tumbler. $14.99 plus S&H Made in the USA, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com Vino? They do say ag pilots age like wine. Place your favorite wine in these high quality Rolf wine glasses etched with an ag plane, sold as a Set of 4. $49.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. $39.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com Fly through your mail with our Airplane Letter Opener! $13.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Aviator Backpack and matching coin purse (sold separately). For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. $29.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com
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Help your little pilot fly high in dream world with these Bi-Plane PJ’s... Assorted sizes available. $34.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at w w w. agairupdatemarketplace.com
HOTSTUFF AG AIRCRAFT CLEANER Call to order the # 1 Ag Aircraft cleaner in the country, Used by over 400 operators Coast to Coast. Blue Stripe Distributing 877-924-5025
Order your The AgOp Collage Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Toy plastic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com
Order your In-Formation Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478 - 9 87-2 2 5 0 o r o r d e r o n l i n e a t agairupdatemarketplace.com
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Ops For Sale/Wanted Transferable government and private contracts, both state and federal, along with extensive book of commercial business. $2.8MM assets, $.5 - 2+MM income per year, by single owner/pilot. Lots of room for growth. Solid equipment, spares, and support staff in place that pays their way when you aren’t flying. Attractive lease on 6,000+ square foot hangar. Get paid to travel the world building power lines, fighting wildfires, seeding mountainsides, building ski lifts, setting air conditioners, and starring in commercials. After 40 years of this exciting, satisfying business, the owner is ready to sell and enjoy more time with grandchildren. Owner is willing to assist buyer with the transition. No debt, minimal ongoing expenses. Asking $4.5MM. Must prove financial ability to review. Serious inquiries email blindads@ agairupdate.com, Subject: Heavy-Lift Helicopter Business or fax to 478-3520025. Established FBO with 2 locations in South Central Montana. Part6 135 Ops with State and Federal Contracts. Part 137 Ops with 2 Cessna AgHusky. Fuel sales with owned Fuel Systems and Trucks. Maintenance shop and ag chemical sales. Year round flying with loyal customer base and room for growth. Owned hangars on leased, county-owned airports. Approx. $1.5 million in assets. After 40+ years owners are ready to retire, but will assist new owner/s in transition. Email inquires to blindads@agairupdate.com, Subject: Established FBO or fax to 478-352-0025. Looking to purchase or buy into a business in the Pacific North or Midwest areas. Just finished my sixth season of spraying and wanting to take the next step. Email blindads@agairupdate.com, Subject: Looking To Purchase/Buy or fax 478352-0025 Solid aerial application business for sale. Has a variety of crops to include both dry land and irrigated plus pasture work. Located on 20 acres with nice loading facility and beautiful custom home. Serious inquires only. For further information, email blindads@agairupate. com, Subject: Solid Aerial Application Business or fax to 478-352-0025 Fully Running Ag Operation For Sale -Early May to Mid June - Insecticide, Wheat and Pasture. Mid August to September - Sunflower Insecticide. Late September thru October - Fall Pasture. Hangars, Office, All Equipment and Aircraft Available all together or separate. Serious Inquiries Only! Email inquires to blindads@ agairupdate.com, Subject: Fully Running Ag Op or fax to 478-352-0025
Ever wanted to star t your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane and train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506
Parts Complete Thrush S2R Airframe, 8,000+ hrs., Ser# 1916R N4113N, Factory metal tail, Herr 490 Gal. Hopper, Ext. Wings (Droop Tips), Cuffed leading edges, large wheels/brakes, Strobes (no engine - was Stewart/Davis 1820 Conversion) Located at Gustin Aviation, Lewiston, ID. Wings removed for transport. $45,000 OBO Call 360-298-1955 or 360-378-8800 GPS Antenna Mount, for specific ag aircraft, performance and looks, slip stream design delivers peak signals. Contact Terry Barber 605-258-2743 Fr e s h G16 4 A / B/C , Fa c t o r y 41 3 0 frameworks. Long-Fuel Systems, Cool Seats, Hoppers, Wings, Struts, Wires, Tails, Mounts. For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Fresh refurbished AT-402 hopper with lid. $7,500 Call 620-285-5609 AT-502B wings with new spar. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmairparts@mymctc.net Rudder (covered) for Piper PA-25 235/250, in good condition *PRICE REDUCED* $300. Maule tail wheel $40, tire size 8x3.00x4 single arm in fair condition with good bearings and race. Call Don at 402-841-514 4 or email flyagrp@cableone.net BRAVE and PAWNEE PARTS-Engines, Props, Spar kits, Fuel cells, Foam kits, Wings, Turbine and 400 CONVERSIONS, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft. com We have a set of Wings off of a 2012 Thrush 510P with less than 1000 hours total time on 29,000 hour spars. Available for outright purchase or exchange! Delivery available also! $99,950 Call Tom Ashenfelter at 952-941-6255 for more details! Miscellaneous parts for 802 and others, most brand new: engine mounts, landing gears, 118” propellers, spr ay kit s, Micronair AU5000, pilot and mechanic complete training courses, FTD Level II simulator for AT-802. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com Cessna airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer PMA Piper Brave and Weatherly tailsprings in stock. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556
The mid-west Air tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department. Call Naomi for all your Air Tractor parts needs at 877-715-8476 or farmairparts@ mymctc.net. Visit our website www. farmairinc.com Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 Piper airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com REBUILT 29” THRUSH LANDING GEAR IN STOCK & we can REPAIR / REBUILD yours to LIKE NEW STATUS. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email parts@johnstonaircraft.com / www.johnstonaircraft.com 11 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com SB+ / SC+ AgriJet Conversions w/HD Mounts in stock. Installed or FWF-Fit package. For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418 or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com H U G E I N V E N T O RY O F B U C K E Y E EQUIPMENT AND PARTS. WE SELL NEW COUPLERS AND ADAPTERS PLUS PARTS, and WE REBUILD YOUR COUPLERS/ ADAPTERS FOR ABOUT 1/2 OF NEW! Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Retrofit Hopper Door for AT502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556 Cascade Aircraft Conversions Barrier Filter System for the Soloy Turbine Converted Bell 47/Hiller 12 Helicopters. See decreased TOT by up to 38 degrees C. Pull full torque at lower TOT temps, burn less fuel, e x te n d t h e l i fe o f cr i t i c a l t u r b i n e par ts. Contact Cascade Aircraf t Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com Air Tractor auxiliary hydraulic system. 20lbs/hr LESS fuel burn, improved spray pattern, reduced maintenance cost, cockpit adjustable flow controls. Inquires call 541-385-5051 or www.kawakaviation. com
Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. Cockpit adjustable flow control kit. Manual control or GPS variable rate ready. Integrates into existing hydraulic systems. More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385-5051 www.kawakaviation.com Cessna Parts - Engines, propellers, and MUCH MORE-AUTHORIZED SERVICE AND PARTS CENTER. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559- 686 -9360, e-mail: par ts@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. For more information call Kawak Aviation Technologies at 541-385-5051 or visit www.kawakaviation.com Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. Agrinautics, Inc. Best spray pumps, valves, and strainers in the business! For service w/ a smile, call us at 435-586-1200. e-mail:agrinaut@cedarcity.net Thrush parts for sale! Ayres Metal Tail, Overhauled Fuselage Frame, Thrush Landing Gear, Flaps/Thrush, Ailerons/ Thrush, Fabric Tail Complete Heavy Flying Wires, -34 Pratt & Whitney Engine (2 each), Spar Cap Replacement. Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com D i s p e r s a l E q u i p m e n t : We a t h a e r o Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, F l a g g e r s , N o z z l e s , Tr a n s l a n d , Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs, All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. Agrinautics, Automatic Flagman, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Satloc GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www. skytractor.com, email@skytractor.com, 701-636-5881 (fax) We have a large selection of NEW and used inventory of Cessna 188 Ag Truck & Ag Wagon parts. J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Call Cecilia Buster at 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Lockable full swivel tail wheels for Thrush or Ag Cat, 500-5 or 600-6 wheel available all STC approved Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 to order. Tools for reaming attach bolts Wing Main (Centerwing to Outboard wing) attachment joints for Dromader M-18 per repair service bulletin #e/02.170/2000 Available for rent. Contact Nancy at Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com
E V ERY TH I N G yo u n e e d fo r YO U R Aircraft-PARTS, ENGINE OVERHAULS, REPAIRS/REBUILDS/MODIFICATIONSSPECIALIZING in THRUSH and BRAVE! JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Large inventory of Air Tractor parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com Boom Clamps-The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com
Propellers Used 5 Blade Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C, 572 hrs since overhaul $25,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091 New and used 3 and 5 blade PT6A propellers. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmairparts@ mymctc.net 3 D 40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 2013 Hartzell propeller NC-B3TN-3 D/T 10282N S+4 with less than 1400 hours total time for sale. Please call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details at 509.635.1212 HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Pr o p. H a r t ze l l H C- B5 M P -3C . F i t s AT-502A, AT-503, AT- 602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG -T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary at 210-924-5561 or email sales@dixieair.com 2 2 D 4 0AG 2 0 0 -2 418 - S O H 0 - I R A N $2 5 , 0 0 0, 1 2D 4 0AG10 0 -2 O H C $2 3, 5 0 0, 12D 4 0 - 6101 A12 O H C $22,50 0, 12D 4 0AG10 0 - 4S 0 - IR AN $18,500, 2D30AG100-2 OHC $21,500, HC-B3TN-3D/T10282N+4 New...Call for price. HC-B3TN-5M/T10282N+4 New...Call for price. AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX, Sales/Parts since 1971. Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller Balancing with Chadwick Helmuth engine printout equipment. Jeffries Airworks, Dynamic Balancing, Vibration Analysis. Much more than just a balance. Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location.
Hamilton Standard, 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533A Blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805
Service PBA Aviation - We buy & sell aircrafts and parts in Brazil and the USA. Importation & exportation worldwide trading. For more information contact us at + 5551 3724 4002, + 5551 9999 61597, pba@ aviacaoagricola.com.br or visit out website at www.pbaaviation.com.bt *We speak English, Spanish and Portuguese* Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 Southeastern Aircraft Sales and Service. Late model aircraft sold by Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service will have a New Annual Inspection, Fresh Hot Section Inspection and a 100 HOUR OR 90 DAY WARRANTY. Now That’s Peace Of Mind! Call Now 1-800-441-2964 FAA repair station for all ag equipment. Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. 800-325-0885 AgCat parts and service center. World wide parts and service for any model of AgCat. Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556 We rebuild and refinish any fibreglass part for Weatherly, Cessna, Piper and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B,C and D). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 Cascade Conversion for Thrush and Air Tractor. Fuel Saving, Cooler running, more power available. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885
Training Training center for mechanics and pilots with 2-seat planes and simulator FTD FAA Level 6, EASA FTD Level 2 available for type training on land and amphibious AT-802, as well as operational fire fighting training. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope.com Star t to finish AG PILOT TR AINING utilizing AgCat Gr164A Dual, Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit & PA-25 Single for Solo/Dump/Spray. Citabria for Private all in Tailwheel, Tailwheel Proficiency, and UpSet/Spin Recovery and Ag Biennial. Satloc and TracMap GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137. See videos at: www.eaglevistas. com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772-285-5506
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1994 Kenworth Tanker Truck, 4,175 gal. stainless tank, 4 stainless side tanks approx. 100 gal. each, 2 stainless side tanks 150 gal. each, 25/30 gal. stainless inductor tank, 5 metered chemical pumps, Hose reel. $80,000 Call 309-253-2128
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We b u i l d l o a d e r t r u c k s t o y o u r specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-6972004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West, Hickory Ridge, AR New 12 inch auger system with scales, mounted on Ford diesel Cummings truck, automatic with A/C. Call Randy Mink at Poorboy’s Flying Service 870-931-8485 Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133, Cell: 870-919-2317 or visit http://www.augerdanllc.com
Wanted to Buy A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: PT6 Engines Wanted for Purchase. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381 Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation 870-5729011 or 479-935-4891 EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal.net
AG pilot with 3000+ AG, 4500 TT 2,200 Turbine AG , Resume & References available upon request. Will relocate. Email inquiries to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: Professional Aerial Applicator, or fax 478-352-0025 Ag Pilot / A&P seeking a reputable operation to become a part of the team. 921 TT, 645 AG, 80 Turbine. Herbicide experience. Extensive Farm Background, including Ground Rig applications. Resume with References available. AgFlyer34@gmail.com Looking for 2017 Seat, 9304 TT, 7680 Ag Time, 136 Turbine Time. Round, Flat or Turbine it does not matter. Resume available upon request. Call Cory at 507456-6906 or email coryb70@hotmail.com For Hire - Older Model Ag Pilot, 12,000 Hrs TT, Fresh annual. Pressure and temps check good. No damage history. Turbines, radials, single wing or two, configured for wet or dry and SATLOC savvy. Good workhorse but stalls over little work and small fields. Contact: Geezer at 979-2533875
Looking for full time, experienced ag rice pilot, minimum 2000 hrs. ag time, 200 hrs. turbine time, must be insurable by our insurance company and must license in Louisiana. Send resume to centralflying@ centurytel.net North Star Aviation Inc., located in Ulysses, KS is seeking applications for an A&P Mechanic. We specialize in Turbine powered Agricultural Aircraft. Applicant must be self-motivated, dedicated and willing to live in a small town. Some benef its include Health Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Retirement and Bonus. Send resumes to northsa@pld. com Midwest Ag Operator is seeking an experienced and skilled AG Pilot for a turbine seat. Minimum requirements include 2,000 Ag hours and a minimum of 1,000 Turbine Ag hours. Main season runs from beginning of July through end of August. May lead to a long time position for the right person. Please send resume and references to scottschertz@ schertzaerial.com or please call for more information 309-725-3340.
C a n a d i a n Tu r b i n e P i l o t W a n t e d , Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd, based in Taber, AB is a proactive organization with over 64 years of service, requires 2 Professional Agriculture Aerial Applicators to fly our Air Tractors 502/802. Job Duties, Certifications Required, Wage/ Salary can be found online at http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=621 E-mail resume including references to info@kinniburghspray. com. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd, Taber Airport Box 4361 Taber, Alberta, Canada T1G 2C8, Phone: 403-223-8245 Fax: 403-223-1314 IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience.
Help Wanted Full-Time Turbine pilot needed for 502XP seat in Texas. Herbicide experience is a must, willing to relocate. We offer a deal you can’t afford to pass up. Call Cody at (940) 235-5022 or email murphreec@ diversifiedapps.com for more details.
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advertiser index Action Aircraft LP................................... 21A Ag - Nav, Inc. ...................................... 3, 20A Agrinautics.............................................. 10A Aircraft Accessories of Oklahoma....... 52A Airplane Services................................... 38A Air Repair Inc...................................... 9, 23A Air Tractor Inc........................................... 5A American AgViation............................... 38A ASI Jet Sales............................................ 18A Cascade Aircraft Conversions.............. 35A Collins Aircraft Dynamics, Inc............... 10A Covington Aircraft Engines................... 56A Desser Tire & Rubber Co...................... 31A DynaNav................................................. 24A Electrode Aviation................................. 38A FireBoss.................................................. 36A Flight Grip............................................... 38A Frost Flying............................................. 43A GE Aviation............................................... 7A Gulf Coast Ag Aircraft............................ 51A Isolair...................................................... 11A JetSet Airmotive..................................... 38A Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc............... 45A Kawak Aviation Technologies............... 33A Lane Aviation, Inc..........................21A, 47A
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L7 Lightbar
Machida Borescopes............................. 12A
• Wireless transfer of logs and jobs
Micron Sprayers Limited...................... 37A
• Access the G4 remotely through the Internet
The L7 Lightbar with new Hi-Bright LEDs, 4 Displays and other new features including optional sun visor
• Ability to receive job files from AgSync & Flight Plan Online
HQ Instant Data Push/Pull
• FAA obstacle warning database
Micro Aero Dynamics............................ 22A Mid - Continent Aircraft Corp............... 31A NAA Museum......................................... 49A Orsmond Aerial Spray Pty. Ltd............. 36A Pratt & Whitney Canada................. 13, 30A
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• Live view of any aircraft or asset
• Laser altimeter support
• View, print or email as-applied spray maps
• Nearest swath feature
• Enter Section/Township/Range
Preferred Airparts................................. 51A Queen Bee Air Specialties.................... 11A
• Create, view, manage and send job files to any aircraft with a G4
Rapco Inc................................................ 19A SATLOC................................................... 55A Schweiss Doors...................................... 38A ServAero Engineering........................... 38A
• Various weather layers including US & Canadian Radar and Wind
Sky Tractor LLC...................................... 12A Southeastern Aircraft............................ 49A Souther Field Aviation, Inc.................... 52A Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers.......... 38A Storm Aeronautics................................. 25A
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Thrush Aircraft Inc................................... 2A Travicar................................................... 37A
2207 Iowa Street Hiawatha, Kansas 66434 USA
(785) 742-2976 Toll Free US 800-247-3808
TracMap NZ LTD.................................... 28A Transland ............................................... 32A Tulsa Aircraft Engines........................... 23A Turbine Conversions Limited............... 34A Universal Turbine Parts Div.................. 20A
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