January 2012 - Edition in English by AgAir Update

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Legacy in Arkansas Wilburn Johnson, 11/25/1936 - 09/24/2010

inside this edition: GE Aviation’s H80 turboprop engine received EASA engine certification • 510G updates to a 4-blade propeller • ArAvia, S.A. named Air Tractor rep • DynaNav, Night Vision and Transland Fast System • FAA issues new PT6A bearing AD • FAA issues starter AD Your engine during the winter months? • Commercial application of fungicide

Good to the Last Crop. High yields don’t come easy. But for the folks who fly a Thrush, they come a whole lot easier. It’s not surprising since every Thrush offers superb visibility, speed, and maneuverability. Not to mention parts that withstand the test of time, weather, and plenty of long workdays. All so you can fly more hours than in any other ag plane. It’s what has made Thrush the favorite of some of the biggest crop dusting operations in more than 80 countries. And counting. Get the straight story on what’s happening at Thrush Aircraft. Visit us online or call Eric Rojek at 229.789.0437.

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Bill Lavender bill@agairupdate.com

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Keep Turning... By now, everyone knows the NAAA convention and exhibition in Las Vegas was a record breaking success, outnumbering the Savannah convention in 2010 by 50-60 attendees. To me, this is a direct reflection of the series of banner years for ag-operators across the country. Because of the Hilton Hotel Convention Center’s design, there were only three aircraft on display, a 510G Thrush, AT-502B and Bell 47 helicopter. The fixedwing aircraft had to be trucked-in and assembled in the exhibit hall. Next year in Savannah, new entrance doors should be completed and, hopefully, there will be more aircraft on display. Have you noticed the BASF ads on television? They aren’t about ag-aviation, however, they do not shy away from the “chemical” word. At the end of the advertisement, the company logo proudly claims, “BASF - The Chemical Company”. I agree with this way of identification. More chemical companies should follow suit and not be timid about who they are. Remember the slogan, “Better living through chemistry”? That is such a true statement. Anyone arguing otherwise needs to get their head out of the sand. Everywhere you look, chemistry affects our lives in more good ways than bad. Give me good chemistry anytime. I like

my food without disease, no insects and positively no E. coli! I also like swimming in a sanitized pool and wearing clean clothes; which is not possible without chemicals. Next time someone makes a derogatory remark about chemicals, more specifically pesticides, be prepared to defend them. Compare everyday things that are usually taken for granted and not viewed as chemical/pesticide laden. The pool and laundry are only two examples. Even soap used as an organic (I hate that word) pesticide is still a chemical and if you get in your eyes, it is a dangerous one. This month kicks off the beginning of 2012. My how the clouds pass us by. Ag-operations south of the equator are in full swing. While those north of it should be planning and preparing for the 2012 season. Part of that preparation should be attending state trade shows. If your state has already hosted its convention, then begin putting into place the things you learned there. If you didn’t attend, or don’t plan to attend one in 2012, shame on you. You should attend for your own benefit. This month’s cover story is one that spans the lifetime of an operator; how Wilburn Johnson began and how he left his company in the capable hands of his sons. His story is not unlike many others.

It is always good to know our history; Johnson Flying Service is part of it. Also in this edition of AgAir Update, you’ll find a more detailed article about my evaluation flight of the 510G Thrush than the blog I published the end of November. Blogs are good for publishing information quickly. However, nothing beats print for details. I know you’ll enjoy reading about this fantastic ag-plane, even if you aren’t a Thrush pilot! AgAir Update (Graham and I) will attend many of the state conventions during January and February. Please be sure to come by our booth and visit. I may be jumping ahead of myself, but I think Graham has video plans that you may want to check out. So until next month, Keep Turning... P.S. - I suppose you noticed I’ve replaced “Blue Sky and Tailwinds” with “Keep Turning”. Sometimes, you just have to make a change, a refresh. I may slip in a BST, but for now, I want you to “Keep Turning”. You can apply various annotations to this slogan; “Keep Turning” the aircraft in a profitable and safe way and “Keep Turning” the pages of AgAir Update, to name a few.

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inside this issue Calendar of events .................................................................................................................. 5A AgAir mail .................................................................................................................................... 7A Legacy in Arkansas............................................................................................................................. 8A Air Tractor to offer solid-state digital engine analyzer – EI MVP 50T...............................................11A Mystery ag plane............................................................................................................................... 12A GE Aviation’s H80 turboprop engine received EASA engine certification.........................................13A Pratt & Whitney Canada and Thrush Aircraft sign 10-year agreement.............................................14A 510G updates to a 4-blade propeller................................................................................................16A ArAvia, S.A. named Air Tractor rep....................................................................................................18A Air Tractor to unveil its new website..................................................................................................18A NAAA convention highlights...............................................................................................................20A DynaNav, Night Vision and Transland Fast System...........................................................................22A FAA issues new PT6A bearing AD......................................................................................................24A FAA issues starter AD........................................................................................................................24A Your engine during the winter months?............................................................................................25A Commercial application of fungicide with co-adjuvants.....................................................................26A Classified ads............................................................................................................................28A

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Legacy in Arkansas Wilburn Johnson

On the cover... Legacy in Arkansas See story on page 8A.

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calendar of events January 2012 January 4-7, 2012 TxAAA Convention Historic Hilton Fort Worth, TX Susan Bennett 512-476-2644 January 8, 9 & 10, 2012 ArAAA Convention Wyndham Riverfront Hotel North Little Rock, AR Ron Harrod 501-376-3233 rharrod@sbcglobal.net January 9, 2012 AzAAA Convention Custom Farm Service Stanfield, AZ Les Davis 602-258-9234 January 11-12, 2012 MoAAA Convention Cape Girardeau, MO Mike Lee 573-695-3842 January 11-13, 2012 LaAAA Convention L’Auberge de Lac Lake Charles, LA Edward Krielow 337-824-5007 January 15-17, 2012 Northeast AAA Convention Harrisburg, PA Ray Feeney 631-734-5515 January 16-18, 2012 OkAAA Convention The Biltmore Hotel Oklahoma City, OK Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 oaaa@sbcglobal.net January 17-19, 2012 MsAAA Convention IP Casino Resort Spa Biloxi, MS Vicki Morgan 662-455-0070 vickimorgan@msaaa.com January 24-25, 2012 AMAA Convention Heritage Inn Great Falls, MT Colleen Campbell 406-463-2268

January 25-27, 2012 NM AAA Convention Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino Ruidoso, NM Gaylon Stamps 806-537-5143

February 2012 February 6-8, 2012 SEAF Convention The Mulberry Savannah, GA Linda Minton 772-971-9980 February 10-12, 2012 NAAA Spring Board Meeting Hilton Alexandria Old Town Alexandria, VA Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org February 13-15, 2012 NATA Convention Midtown Holiday Inn Grand Island, NE Judy McDowell nata@windstream.net February 16-18, 2012 Canada AAA Convention Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel Montreal, Quebec Canada www.canadianaerialapplicators.com February 17-18, 2012 NC AAA Convention Martin Center Williamson, NC Don Stotesberry, Jr. 252-935-5000 February 21-23, 2012 Tri-State AA Convention Sioux Falls Convention Center Sioux Falls, SD Cynthia Schreiber-Beck (ND) 701-642-5777 Laurie Robbennolt (SD) 605-765-2707 Theresa Stieren (MN) 952-226-5874

March 2012 March - TBA InAAA Convention TBA Vic Bandini 317-831-7464

June 2012 June 6-9, 2012 AeroAplica 2012 Ruta 9 KM. 286 Cañada de Gomez, Santa Fe, Argentina www.ceasfe.com.ar June 28-29, 2012 SINDAG - Congresso Nacional de Aviação Agrícola Campo Grande - MS, Brazil Cristina Coria 55 51 33066-9355 55 51 9468-5353 cristina@sindag.org.br

August 2012 August 9-11, 2012 Sindicato Nacional dos Aeronautas (SNA) Seminar for Brazilian National Agricola Aviation Pilots Municipal Airport Cachoeira do Sul, Rio Grande Brazil August 15-17, 2012 Congreso Mercosur and Latinoamericano de Aviación Agrícola Bolsa de Cereales de Rosario Pcia. de Santa Fe Argentina Contact: Sr. Guillermo ForchinoDirector Ejecutivo FeArCa email: administracion@fearca.com

October 2012 October 12-14, 2012 NAAA Fall Board Meeting TBA Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org

November 2012 November 6-8, 2012 CoAAA Annual Convention & Trade Show Crowne Plaza Hotel Colorado Springs, CO Dolle M. Lehrkamp 719-768-3367 dolle@coagav.org www.coagav.org

December 2012 December 3-6, 2012 NAAA Annual Convention and Exposition Weston Hotel Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Savannah, GA Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org

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agair mail mystery aircraft The aircraft in the photos is a consolidated BT-13 that has been significantly modified. Regards Colin Bevan Kindersley, SK Canada Thanks Colin for your reply. You are correct. The answer was published in our December edition of AgAir Update. You should be receiving pretty soon. Oops! You need to renew your subscription! It expired last June.—Bill

thanks Hope everything is well with you and your family. Congratulations to Graham and his wife on becoming parents. And congratulations to you and your wife on the addition to your family. I sure like the addition of Mary and

Joseph, the three wise men, and the shepherd boy to the Christmas article-it is a really good addition. Good thinking. God bless, Carlin Lawrence Carnegie, OK Morning Carlin; All good here. Thanks for the compliment and congratulations. The credit all goes to Deb for the Christmas scene. —Bill

blog comment 80-85 gph? (510G Thrush evaluation flight) That seems excessive, that puts it on roughly the same level as an 802 with a PT6A-67, especially since our M601 (751 shp) indicates around 45 gph. I hope that was a typo! Anonymous blog commentor The fuel flow is not a typo. According to Jody Bays, V-P at Thrush, I

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misunderstood him. Here are Jody’s comments: “From what I have seen, fuel burn for the 510G is almost identical to the 510P, just you’re going about 10 mph faster in the G. Slow down to the P speeds and you’re burning about 5 GPH less than the -34P. fuel burn for both aircraft should average around 50 GPH, more if you “dog” it, less if you “baby” it. I don’t think you can make the H-80 burn 80 GPH, I must have mis-spoken.” Hope this helps, —Bill

prop Bill, just read article on 4-blade prop for 510G. Do you give the prop credit for the increased performance over your first flight in the 510G, or were other changes made in aircraft or engine settings? Is anyone testing this prop on a 510P? Thanks, Ricky Davidson Southland Flying Service, Inc. Tchula, MS Hello Ricky; Yes, I give all of the credit of the performance improvement of the 4-blade 510G over the GE H80 I flew last December to the 4-blade Hartzell prop. That is the only significant change that I know of made to the aircraft. However, the overall performance of the 510G over the older version of the turbine Thrush is not only the H80, but also the reduction of about 300 pounds of ballast removed from the firewall area. Not only 300 pounds lighter, but taking that much weight off the “nose” makes an obvious difference in the aircraft’s performance, along with 800 SHP being available. The fuselage is also extended about 18” and that surely affects the balance of the aircraft. I don’t know if Thrush plans to test the Hartzell 4-blade on the Pratt. I’ve included Jody Bays, vice-president of Thrush, in this email for his comment. To me, it would seem worth a test. I do know the blades of the 4-blade prop are the same blades in the 3-blade prop on

the 510P, except there are four of them and they are four inches shorter on the 510G. Hope that answers your questions. Thanks for reading my blog and AgAir Update! Read Jody Bays reply below: Through rumor, I understand Queen Bee Specialities (ID) is flying a 502 with the four-blade now and likes it, but because it’s a heavier prop it moves the CG forward on the 502. It’s also a considerably more expensive prop. Our S2R-T34 could possibly benefit more from the four-blade than the GE airplane did. The T-34 is tail heavy, so extra prop weight is more lead that comes out of the airplane, plus due to the station number of the prop, 30 lbs of prop could be as much as 50-60 lbs of lead removed ending up with a lighter and better performing airplane, the down side being cost. On the plus side, a 106” prop at 2200 RPM, standard day, has a tip speed of .912 Mach, which is getting a little inefficient and noisy. At 102” and 2200 RPM, same day, tip speed is .877 Mach, still a little high, but much better, certainly would be quieter and should develop more thrust. Mach number of the GE prop is .83, about as low as you can go without losing thrust, in fact I was worried we would lose thrust, but apparently didn’t. The airplane you flew last week is a different airplane than the blue one you flew at your hangar before last year’s NAAA show, not vastly different, but down under the skin, there are several changes. We have spent the past year trying to work out any of the “bugs”, plus it has been extensively pattern tested by both the USDA and Alan McCracken. On the GE, we haven’t been sitting on our hands while waiting for it to become a certified engine. We have done a lot of “polishing”, four different props, four different exhaust stacks, plus a lot of testing on control throws, ratios etc. to try to get a “balanced” airplane. I hate an airplane that is sensitive

and light on aileron, but heavy on elevator or vice versa. I wanted to lighten the controls, pick up some maneuverability, but not lose any of the stability in gusty winds that a Thrush is known for. It’s easy to get maneuverability, but hard to get it without losing stability. I’m crossing my fingers, but the GE should launch without any of the problems new airplanes come with. I’ve had a free hand to change any little things we have come up with along the way, none have been big. The only thing I can think of that I haven’t addressed is no way you are checking the oil level without a ladder, or the tailgate of a pickup, or something similar. However, I have never had to add a drop of oil to any of the three GE engines we have had installed, still need to check it, of course. Jody Bays Vice President Thrush Aircraft Inc.

and what a world it is, either a whole lot of water, jungle or desert. We only occupy a small part of this rock. Truly amazing! Best Regards Ray Dyson Brickeys, AR Hello Ray; Good to hear from you. I got a photo of you delivering an AT-502B to our friends AIFA in Ecuador. I can imagine the ferry flights in an ag-plane being interesting. —Bill

retiring I am a cropduster leaving the trade, just turned 69 years old. I am mentoring a 25-year old to take over. We have a IA-46 Ranquel and a Pawnee 150 HP. I’d like to inquire about a turbine airplane, price and pay plan. Thanks a lot. Horacio Dasetto Elena-Cba Argentina

poem Hey folks, we have a young lady that has flagged for us the past few years that is an aspiring non-fiction writer. She also writes poetry on occasion. I thought this one was worth sharing. Also, congratulations on the new addition to the family. Keep up the good work with AAU. We enjoy it. Deven Felix Olathe, CO Hello Deven; I am not a poet, but I know we’ll be glad to publish Ms. Jurgens’ poem. And, thanks for the compliments. Marley is really great. She missed mine and Graham’s birthdays (11/18) by four days! I think I’ll change hers! I have a five-year old grandson whose name is Nevan, very close, but not quite Deven. Tell your dad and brother I said, “hello!” —Bill

retired I enjoyed your video of the fellow laying down a swath of dust from an open cockpit. I really liked the way the wind was rippling the skin on his face. Brings back great memories. I was young and bulletproof in those days. About the only time today’s Ag-pilots get any wind on their face is when they have the AC set on hi-blower. Still a “retired” crop duster and seeing a bit of the world delivering these fine birds to customers all over,

Air Tractor by C.Jurgens His thrumming aerobatics are colored in a swift, blurring yellow. Crisp, white-cream spires of light pierce the cloud-less sky. The anticipation of dawn rests behind the silhouette of mountains. Tassels shiver and sway. He parts the sugary air above the corn. The pilot divides the field in intervals against the breeze. The plane’s mists swirl and curl in curves that collapse together. The frothing vapors blanket each stalk in minute droplets. A white flag billows. It snaps steadily toward the impending break of day. Cragged mountains are becoming bruisy-blue below his suspended turns. The pilot writes out the day’s first long, swaggering S’s and 8’s. His flight is a looping penmanship written on the wind. Gold spills into The Uncompahgre Valley from the glowing East. Constellations are snatched one-by-one by the Colorado sunrise. The pilot hangs his golden cursive from what’s left of the stars.

Hola Horacio; Please search www.agairupdate.com classified section for the aircraft that you want. If you do not find it, you may place a “wanted” ad and use PayPal for payment. Good luck with your search for the perfect turbine ag-plane! —Bill

calendar Thanks for the calendar. I always enjoy getting it every year. Good seeing you in Vegas. Really enjoyed the video coverage and the year-in-review issue. AgAir Update just gets better and better due to your and Graham’s hard work. Merry Christmas! Andrew Moore Washington, DC Andrew; Thanks for the compliments. It sure helps. Graham and I try to do the best we can, and coming from a father, make a pretty good team. Working with Graham has to be the very best part of my 38-year career in ag-aviation. You are welcome for the calendar, just a small token of appreciation.

Have a Merry Christmas, as well.— Bill

CEUs for 33 states I have the NEAAA conference coming up on January 16 & 17th in Harrisburg PA. I wanted to get the word out we will be giving CEU accreditation in 33 states. This is a great savings for applicators with multiple state licenses. I have a list of all the states we are giving CEU for on the NEAAA website (Northeastaaa.org). If you wouldn’t mind helping us out we would greatly appreciate it. I’ll owe you another helicopter ride next time you’re on Long Island!! Thanks Ray Feeney Cutchogue, NY P.S.- John says hello. Hello Ray; I can print your email as a Letter to the Editor, and our eEdition, along with listing the conference dates/location/ contact info in our Calendar of Events. That should pretty well get out the word, especially the part about 33 state CEUs. Same to John.—Bill

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Legacy in Arkansas 11/25/1936 - 09/24/2010 Wilburn Johnson, owner, pilot and operator of Johnson Flying Service in Weiner, Arkansas, served as the Arkansas AAA president and on occasion represented the Association in Washington, D.C.

by Bill Lavender Often times, an ag-operator will start his ag-flying career at a young age and during the course of his career, raise a family. Many of these young pilots hope all along the boys (and sometimes the girls) will follow in their footsteps to become an ag-pilot, eventually taking over the business. There are several three-generation operations (and maybe even a fourth) to be found throughout the country. Undoubtedly, each succeeding generation sees the past generation as a mentor, offering

(L-R) - Longtime ground operations Glen Dugan, and owners Trampas Johnson, Charlene Johnson and Cory Johnson at the Weiner airstrip with Riceland grain elevators in the background.

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guidance and wisdom from past experiences. Such is the case at Johnson Flying Service in Weiner, Arkansas. Wilburn Johnson left his legacy for sons Cory and Trampas to follow. Wilburn Johnson grew up in the Mississippi Delta watching ag-pilots work their Stearman aircraft over the Mississippi cotton fields. In 1958, he married “the girl at the movie theater”, Charlene, who stayed with him until his death on September 24, 2010. Wilburn started to realize his boyhood dreams when he began ferrying and spraying 220 HP Stearmans for MidContinent Aircraft and Sales in Hayti, Missouri. When Mid-Continent became the first Ag-Cat dealer, he had the privilege of ferrying Ag-Cat Serial Number 1 and spraying with Serial Number 2, both powered by a 220 HP radial engine in an semi-open cockpit. The older Mid-Continent ag-pilots called him “Junior”. He was all of 22 years old, the youngest of the Mid-Continent pilots. Wilburn also dreamt of flying ag in California. In 1962, young, adventuresome and with Charlene pregnant with Cory, Wilburn set out west to find his fortune. Charlene

stayed behind in Mississippi until Cory was born, then moved to California to join Wilburn, who had been flying for Inland Crop Dusters and West Coast Flying Services. After about six years working in California, Wilburn started Johnson Flying Service in 1968. Two more sons, Rolly and Trampas, were born during this time. Wilburn decided the time had come to return back East where there were more rice fields and less ag-operators. In 1975, he packed up the family and set up an operation in Weiner, Arkansas. There were no other operators in the area. In the latter days, Wilburn often commented about an operator on “the corner of every rice field”. The Weiner, Arkansas location of Johnson Flying Service started with an Ag-Cat, then later adding a Cessna Ag-Truck. Business was growing and after three years Wilburn added a 600 HP radial-powered Thrush bought from Darryl Riddell in 1978. In 1980, he converted it to a Lane Conversion. A year later, he added a factory Ayres Turbo Thrush that he bought from Lane Aviation. Cory and Trampas grew up in the ag-aviation business. They loaded and flagged in their younger years. Wilburn taught them how to fly in a Citabria and Super

Cub, telling them, “I better not catch you making tight turns, or you will go back to loading.” He started both of them in their ag-flying career in 1991 flying a turbine Thrush with GPS. He paid them $150 a week. By the second year, they got a raise to $350. In 1992, Wilburn bought a third turbine powered Thrush so that each of them would have a plane to fly. Wilburn decided in 1993 that it was time to try out an Air Tractor. So, he bought an AT-502. At first, Cory and Trampas were not fond of the Air Tractor. They were used to the handling characteristics of the Thrush. Cory even threatened to quit if he had to keep flying the Air Tractor. Obviously, his complaints fell on deaf ears. Wilburn bought a second Air Tractor the next year, replacing a Thrush with each Air Tractor. Finally, Cory and Trampas

adapted to the way an Air Tractor handled and Wilburn added a third Air Tractor in 1995, becoming a complete Air Tractor fleet. With three similar aircraft, father and sons would often find themselves flying near the other. On one occasion, Trampas noticed Wilburn was going across the field without the spray turned on. Trampas could not help himself from saying, “Daddy, that spray sure is falling down in the rice. How do you do that?” Wilburn’s response, not knowing his spray was turned off, “Son, when you are as good as I am, it is not a problem.” “Daddy, you can turn on your pump, now”, Trampas replied, getting one up on dad. In 2000, after 42 years of agflying, Wilburn decided to slow down. Charlene, as she does today, continued working in the office scheduling and keeping the books. Wilburn sold two of the AT-502s and replaced them with an AT-602. By 2002, Wilburn stopped flying ag altogether, leaving all the flying duties to Cory and Trampas. He had trained them well. Streamlining the company, the last of the AT-502s was sold and replaced

with an AT-402. The 602 would work primarily the dry work, while the 402 caught the spraying jobs. Later, the 402 was sold and Cory flew an 802 and 502 for Ken Grubbs Aero in Harrisburg, Arkansas. Whenever Trampas would get behind in the 602, Cory would come over and help catch up. In 2011, Johnson Flying Service added its second AT-602. Trampas was staying behind too much with Cory working in Harrisburg. Now, with the two AT-602s, Johnson Flying Service can handle as much work as was done before with three AT-502s. Although Wilburn is no longer at the helm of Johnson Flying Service, his attitude and character in business are carried on through his sons, Cory and Trampas, and his wife Charlene. They are left with memories; like while watching an old family reel to reel film with his family, Wilburn once said, “This is what I do when a farmer won’t pay me”, as he rewound the film with the airplane flying backwards and sucking the spray back into the booms.

Wilburn Johnson during his days flying Stearmans for Dick Reade at Mid-Continent Aircraft and Sales. (Circa 1960)

Although difficult to see in this photo of Johnson Flying Service’s AT-602 the top propeller blade is painted white, while the other blades are painted the traditional gray. It is believed that while in flight, the white blade is visible to birds that may not otherwise see it, helping to reduce bird strikes.

Johnson Flying Service uses CP Products nozzles with J-tube drops and boom drops to enhance the spray pattern.

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Air Tractor to offer solid-state digital engine analyzer – EI MVP-50T Air Tractor, the world’s leading manufacturer of aerial application aircraft, has announced that the company will soon begin offering the Electronics International MVP-50T Engine Analyzer as an option/alternative to analog instruments. FAA certification is expected sometime in 2012. Evaluation and testing of the MVP50T has been undertaken during the past year with the new 1000-gallon capacity Air Tractor AT-1002 serving as a test platform. “Throughout testing,” said Engineering Manager David Ligon, “the performance of the MVP-50T has been flawless. It allows pilots to quickly assess extremely accurate readouts of the pertinent information about engine performance.” The all solid-state electronics digital display of the MVP-50T provides complete engine performance information at a glance: propeller tachometer, gas generator, internal

turbine temperature, engine torque, oil pressure, oil temperature, battery voltage, generator output, fuel quantity, fuel flow, fuel pressure, time to empty, and other critical functions.

“Throughout testing,” said Engineering Manager David Ligon, “the performance of the MVP50T has been flawless. Other 50T features include Over and Under Temperature lights that provide pilots with immediate alerts whenever critical function parameters are exceeded during flight. Onboard Data-Recording gives pilots the capability

to review entire flight histories for any flight. Customizable Checklists allow the MVP-50T to visually inform the pilot which steps have and have not been completed in each checklist. General Information Screens and Flight Plan Screens can be customized to store critical flight information, allowing pilots to create a “virtual cockpit”. An Onboard USB Port allows pilots to quickly change configurations, update firmware, upload checklists, upload flight plans, upload general information screens, and download critical flight data logs. “At Air Tractor reliability and performance is at the heart of everything we do.” says Ligon. “With its solid-state design, ease of operation, precision accuracy, and long list of features, the MVP-50T fits right in.”

eight aircraft that includes 400, 500, 600 and 800-gallon capacity planes powered by Pratt & Whitney piston and turbine engines. They are used for agricultural purposes, fire fighting, narcotic crop eradication, fuel-hauling, fighting locust plagues, military strike/ reconnaissance, and cleaning up oil spills in coastal waters. Air Tractor aircraft are found working not only across the United States, but around the globe, in Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, North and South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Croatia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and China.

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GE Aviation’s H80 turboprop engine received EASA engine certification PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC -- GE Aviation’s H80 turboprop engine has received type certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) during a celebration in Prague in the Czech Republic. This is the first GE Aviation engine to receive its initial type certification from EASA. “The type certification on the H80 engine is a significant achievement for the GE Aviation facility in the Czech Republic along with the engineering teams in Evendale, Ohio, and Lynn, Massachusetts, which helped in the design of the new turboprop engine,” said Paul Theofan, president and managing executive of GE Aviation’s Business and General Aviation Turboprops.

The H80 engine will feature an extended service life between overhauls. The H80 engine combines the elegant, robust design of the M601 engine with GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a more powerful, fuel-efficient, durable engine compared with the M601 engine, with no recurrent fuel nozzle inspections and no hot section inspection. The H80 engine will feature an extended service life of 3,600 flight-hours or 6,600 cycles between overhauls. It will provide the option of a single- or dual-acting governor, allowing customers to have flexibility in propeller selection. The H80 engine has been selected to power multiple applications, including the Aircraft Industries L410 commuter plane, Thrush 510G agricultural aircraft and Technoavia’s newly designed Rysachok aircraft, a twin-engine, 10-seat general aviation aircraft. The H80powered Thrush 510G aircraft has been flight testing since last year and entry into service is anticipated early next year. Last month, Aircraft Industries began its flight tests of the H80-powered L410 aircraft, which is expected to enter service in the third quarter of 2012.

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Pratt & Whitney Canada and Thrush Aircraft sign 10-year agreement Pratt & Whitney Canada continues to provide dependable power and support for Thrush’s line of aerial application aircraft for the agriculture industry Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) and Thrush Aircraft announced a 10-year General Terms Agreement at the National Agricultural Aviation Association’s 45th Annual Convention & Exhibition. The agreement, which governs a broad suite of commercial arrangements, extends the partnership between P&WC and Thrush Aircraft, one of the leading agricultural aircraft manufacturers in the world. P&WC is a United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE: UTC). “The 10-year timeframe of our agreement with Thrush speaks to the long-standing and co-operative relationship we have,” said Mike

Perodeau, Vice President, Corporate Aviation and Military Engines. “We are gratified that P&WC will continue to work with Thrush to meet its engine needs, and we expect that this new agreement will set the stage for joint development work in the coming decade.” The commercial agreement announced today includes details on pricing, technical standards, terms and conditions, aftermarket support, warranty and training. “The completion of this long-term agreement is a significant new milestone for us,” said Payne Hughes, president of Thrush Aircraft, “and a meaningful one for our customers worldwide. We have always enjoyed our relationship with the Pratt & Whitney Canada team, and it is gratifying to know we’ll be continuing to work together well into the future. Our aircraft, and their engines, make for a very good combination.”

P&WC and Thrush have worked in tandem for many years as the manufacturer built its fleet of highly respected aerial application aircraft. Thrush’s 550P is powered by the PT6A-60AG engine, its 510P by the PT6A-34AG engine and the 710P by the PT6A-65AG engine. Thrush’s aircraft are known for structural durability and excellent performance under the most extreme conditions. They are flying today in more than 80 countries. “PT6 engines are used by 7,000 operators around the globe and stand as a testament to how P&WC reinvents its products to meet emerging customer needs,” said Perodeau. “Although other engine OEMs have tried, none have come close to matching the versatility and reliability of the PT6. We have consistently taken advantage of aerodynamic and material technology advancements to enhance the performance of the PT6 without

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510G updates to a 4-blade propeller by Bill Lavender Last November, I had the privilege to travel to the Thrush Aircraft factory in Albany, Georgia to attend its employee and customer Thanksgiving appreciation lunch, as well as fly the yet to be certified 510G Thrush. I enjoyed flying the aircraft more than the lunch, however the fresh caught Georgia fried catfish were superb. I had flown the GE-powered 510-gallon

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Thrush almost a year ago at AgAir Update’s Open House and Hangar Party. Then, it had the same 3-blade Hartzell propeller as the P&WC PT6A-34 510P Thrush, with the exception the GE prop was shot peened. Dennie Stokes also flew it that day and we felt the aircraft did not have the “get up and go” on takeoff for 800 SHP. This time, at the Thrush factory, the 510G had a 4-blade Hartzell propeller. This prop was the fourth generation of propellers fitted to the H80 engine for the Thrush. The 4-blade Hartzell propeller is 102” long, four inches shorter than the PT6A Hartzell prop. Earlier, the 106” PT6A propeller (shot peened), an AVIA propeller and a 108” Hartzell prop had been tested. The 108” propeller was another disappointment in performance, like the prop the PT6A engine uses. However, the buyer will have a choice between the AVIA or the 4-blade Hartzell for the H80 engine on the 510G. The 3-blade AVIA is manufactured in the Czech Republic, is relatively expensive and has special service considerations.

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The MVP-50T display while in level flight. Note power is at 95% torque, which equals 760 SHP that puts the 510G Thrush at 165 MPH at 3,300 AGL. The ITT is deep in the green. to a stall (stall horn sounding, stick slightly mushy) when loaded in the turns. Who in their right mind would want to be in a relatively steep turn, loaded and intentionally stall the aircraft while low to the ground? There is no reason to accidentally, fully stall the aircraft loaded and turning; the aircraft gives you plenty of warning beforehand. The maximum rated 800 SHP for the H80 is 100% torque and 2,080 RPMs. One percent of torque equals 8 SHP. The H80 is a derated engine. Dynamically, it is capable of developing more than 1,100 SHP. The H80 on the 510G has been limited to 800 SHP, primarily for simplifying certification. At rated power, the H80 is purring like a kitten and operating with a relatively low ITT temperature. Because of this, it is able to reach its maximum certified 800 SHP up to 107°F. This translates into a high density altitude, making the H80 a workhorse in any ag spraying environment. Satisfied with the empty performance of the 510G, I made another load with 350 gallons and I estimate about

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200 gallons of fuel. The Electronics International MPV-50 instrument gauge (which is the cat’s meow) does not indicate any more than 82 gallons per side, but neither does the old fuel indicators, pegging full at about 80 gallons per side. The real purpose of flying the aircraft with only 350 gallons was to loosen the rust on this ag-pilot’s skills. I decided it was prudent to fly with a piece of a load, just to be sure the “like riding a bicycle, you never forget” saying held true with flying a loaded ag-plane. It did. For the third load, I overfilled the hopper with water onto the tarmac and the fuel level was still somewhere above the MVP-50T max indicated 164 gallons. Taxiing out, the aircraft felt like any heavily loaded aircraft with its gross weight somewhere over 10,000 pounds (4,800 pounds empty weight + 1,080 pounds of fuel + 200 pounds of pilot + 4,080 pounds of water = 10,160 pounds). The 510G is certified for a maximum gross weight of 10,500 pounds. With water in the hopper, it would be next to impossible to exceed that limit. Really doesn’t matter, because the aircraft can carry far more than 10,500 pounds. One of the interesting aspects of the 510G is its CG configuration. An ag-plane will fly better with a slightly rearward point of CG. Remembering the 510G is different from any other Thrush in that it does not have 300 pounds of ballast up front and the nose is extended 18 inches past the firewall, the CG range is 24” forward to 30.5” aft. A max fuel load only moves the CG aft

by 2.5”, while a full hopper (depending somewhat on the product) moves the CG slightly forward, less than an inch. The most rearward CG configuration is an empty hopper with full fuel. The most forward CG configuration is a full hopper and with no fuel. Neither of these configurations are typical for spraying. The CG ends up ideally located with a load and moves very little with an ever changing gross weight. Adding power to 100% torque and 2,080 RPMs for takeoff, the tail was up in 1,300 feet and the aircraft was off the ground at about the 1,700-foot point, climbing steadily at 100 MPH. However, there was a reported 7-8 knot headwind and the outside temperature was 74°F. In my opinion, the advantages of the wind and temperature were easily offset by this out-of-practice pilot. No doubt a current Thrush pilot could easily beat my numbers. I ferried the 510G to the field using 90% torque and 1,900 RPMs. My IAS was 160 MPH, loaded. I used the same power setting for the spray runs and found myself moving across the field at 165-170 MPH. I know this airspeed is about 25 MPH faster than the ideal airspeed for a good spray pattern. In the case of the 510G, that has been disproved by USDA spray pattern analysis’s that indicate application speeds up to 180 MPH are acceptable. The pattern may be acceptable, but the pilot better be up to speed too; you are quickly approaching any obstacles. The fuel flow on the MVP-50T was not calibrated to the H80. I know this

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Air Tractor unveils its new website Air Tractor formally debuted its allnew re-designed company website Thursday, December 8th at the National Agricultural Aviation Association Convention and Expo. Visitors to the Air Tractor exhibit, however, could explore and were able to take an early peak at the new website during the NAAA trade show. Air Tractor president Jim Hirsch formally

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Safety Board (NTSB) investigator-incharge, the pilot reported that during takeoff initial climb from a private airstrip at an altitude of about 150 feet above ground level (agl), the engine began to surge along with erratic propeller RPM and engine torque readings on the engine instruments. The pilot said he then initiated a 180-degree turn back to the departure airport and about half way through the turn, the engine lost power. He then initiated a forced landing in the direction of the departure airport. Subsequently, the airplane landed hard on the northern

part of the departure airport and came to rest upright. Examination of the airplane by company personnel revealed that both wings and fuselage were structurally damaged. The wreckage was recovered to a secure facility for further examination.

NZ Accident Update: November 16, 2011 - Fletcher FU-24-950 (turbine conversion). East of Cambridge Nobody on board. The aerial topdressing aircraft was parked, with the engine running and its propeller in feather, while its pilot was removing the fertiliser covers. The propeller un-feathered and the aircraft accelerated and collided with a fence.

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DynaNav, Night Vision and Transland Fast System by Reg Moen President I would first like to thank the NAAA and all its staff for the great convention at the Las Vegas Hilton. I would also like to thank our loyal customers for their tremendous support to us at our booth at this show, it is great for our future customers to hear directly from the pilots as to the advantages of using the DynaNav system in real operations. “Grow With Us” - At the show we were again demonstrating how our DynaFlight-AirAg-E system had all the flight operations advantages of our professional system, it simply gives the operation to start with the core technology and build over time any of the

options that he needs for his operation. Using our AirAg Office software, we have the most versatile and simple tools for Importing and Exporting jobs (Shape Files, Google Earth KML Files, PDF reports, as well as screen reports). If you are using Web based management systems such as FlightPlan Online, AgSync, our AirAg Office software makes it easy to transfer the jobs to be flight ready (instant selection) for the pilot. At the NAAA we had our IFGI (Integrated Flight Guidance Instrument) tested and operational for ASU Inc. Night Vision Goggles. ASU is has a program for certification of the Night Vision Goggles installation as well as a Flight Training program to certify the

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FAA issues new PT6A bearing AD The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-15AG, -27, -28, -34, -34AG, -34B and -36 series turboprop engines. This AD requires the removal of certain affected part manufacturer approval (PMA) replacement Timken Alcor Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (TAATI) first stage reduction sun gears and/ or the interacting planetary gear sets from the propeller reduction gearbox assembly. This AD was prompted by a failure report of a certain TAATI PMA sun gear, installed since December 22, 2008. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the sun gear, which will result in an engine in-flight shut down, possible uncontained engine failure, aircraft damage, and serious injuries. This AD is effective December 28, 2011.

This AD was prompted by a failure report of a certain TAATI PMA sun gear, installed since December 22, 2008. Since the FAA issued AD 2011-20-51, it received a report of another failure of a sun gear not listed in that AD. Analysis has revealed that additional PMA replacement TAATI gears, installed since December 22, 2008, have the same failure potential as the gears affected by that AD. The additional gears are identified as follows: Replacement first stage reduction sun gears, P/N E3024765, serial numbers (S/Ns) PC5-051 through PC5-089, and S/Ns SG36-051 through SG36-120, including the associated planetary gears in propeller reduction gearbox assembly. Replacement planetary gear sets, P/N E3101455-02, S/Ns EE-051 through EE197, S/Ns EE-4051 through EE-4094, and S/N EE-4113, including the associated sun gear in the propeller reduction gearbox assembly. To utilize chip detector inspections, within 10 operating hours after the effective date of this AD: Inspect the chip detector on the propeller reduction gearbox assembly for metal debris.

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Do the inspections in accordance with paragraph 1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Timken Alcor Aerospace Technologies, Inc. Alert Service Bulletin No. T-804, Revision B, dated November 7, 2011. If the amount of metal debris found exceeds the allowable limits then, before further flight, permanently remove from service the affected gears as specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. Repeat the chip detector inspections within every 25 additional operating hours thereafter, until the affected gears are removed from service. Within 60 operating hours or 365 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, permanently remove from service the PMA replacement TAATI first stage reduction sun gear and the interacting planetary gears, and the PMA replacement TAATI planetary gear sets and interacting gears, listed in paragraph (c) of this AD, from the propeller reduction gearbox assembly. The sun gear and planetary gear sets as-installed are considered to be

matched sets. Therefore, the sun gear and planetary gear sets associated as mating parts with an affected gear in the propeller reduction gearbox assembly must also be permanently removed from service. This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-15AG, -27, -28, -34, -34AG, -34B, and -36 series turboprop engines that have had maintenance done to the power section module involving the first stage reduction sun gear or planetary gear set replacement since December 22, 2008, and having a Timken Alcor Aerospace Technologies, Inc. (TAATI) part manufacturer approval (PMA) replacement first stage reduction sun gear, part number (P/N) E3024765, serial numbers (S/Ns) PC5-051 through PC5089, or S/Ns SG36-051 through SG36120, installed or TAATI PMA replacement planetary gear set, P/N E3101455-02, S/ Ns EE-051 through EE-197, or S/Ns EE4051 through EE-4094, or S/N EE-4113, installed. The FAA estimates the inspection in this AD will affect about 5,000 engines

installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. It also estimates the disassembly of reduction gearboxes will affect about 50 engines and the gear removal will affect about 40 engines. It also estimates that it will take about one work-hour per engine for inspecting the engine records. It also estimates that for about 10 engines, records identifying the gear S/N for each gearbox do not exist, so that it will take about 10 work-hours to inspect gears for affected S/Ns and then to reassemble the reduction gearbox. It also estimates that it would take about 16 work-hours for parts replacement. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts for one engine will cost about $14,500. Based on these figures, the FAA estimates the cost of the AD on U.S. operators to be $1,067,900.

FAA issues starter AD The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) models TSIO-520, TSIO-550-K, TSIOF-550K, and IO-550-N series reciprocating engines. This emergency AD was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these engines. This AD requires replacing affected CMI starter adapters with starter adapters eligible for installation. This AD was prompted by five reports received of fractures in starter adapter shaft gears in certain part number (P/N) CMI starter adapters. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent failure of the starter adapter gear shaft, leading to an inoperable oil scavenge pump and engine in-flight shutdown. This AD is effective December 28, 2011 to all persons except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD 2011-25-51, issued on November 29, 2011, which contained the requirements of this amendment. This AD requires replacing affected CMI starter adapters with starter adapters eligible for installation.

The FAA estimates this AD will affect 195 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. It also estimates it will take about four work-hours per engine to perform the actions required by this AD, and that the average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $500 per engine. Based on these figures, it estimates the total cost of the AD to U.S. operators to be $163,800. This emergency AD applies to Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) TSIO520-B, BB, D, DB, E, EB, J, JB, K, KB, N, NB, UB, VB; TSIO-550-K; TSIOF550-K; IO-550-N (Turbo-normalized only; STC SE10589SC); with a starter adapter part number (P/N) 642085A17, 642085A19, 642085A20, 642085-1A1, and R-642085A17, installed, where the engine was manufactured between January 1, 2011 and November 20, 2011, or, where a replacement new or rebuilt starter adapter that was purchased from Continental Motors, Inc. and installed between January 1, 2011 and November 20, 2011. Engine owners are required to comply

with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. For starter adapters with less than 75 hours of total time-in-service (TIS) on the effective date of this AD, before further flight, replace the starter adapter with a starter adapter eligible for installation. For starter adapters with between 75 and 100 hours of total TIS, inclusive on the effective date of this AD, within the next 10 hours of engine operation, or before exceeding 100 hours TIS, whichever occurs first, replace the starter adapter with a starter adapter eligible for installation. For starter adapters with more than 100 hours of total TIS on the effective date of this AD, no further action is required. For the purpose of this AD, a starter adapter eligible for installation is a starter adapter with one of the P/ Ns listed in this AD that has a vibropeened manufacturer code below the ink stamped P/N on the starter adapter, or a starter adapter with one of the P/Ns listed in this AD that has more than 100 hours total TIS.

Your engine during the winter months? by Rob Seeman, Operations Manager, Covington Aircraft I am often asked, “Now that the (pleasant) flying weather has passed for most of us what is the best way to keep your engine in top condition through the winter months?” It is important to understand that there is no standard procedure that magically insures your engine will be corrosion free. Ultimately, the owner / operator of the aircraft is responsible to take what he feels as appropriate precautions. The geographic location of the aircraft will play an important role in proper preservation. Some of the recommendations that generally apply would be: • Change the engine oil. Although engine oil is made to lubricate the engine, many oils do have coating or preservative properties. This feature is hampered if the oil is not changed before storage. Used oil may contain contaminates and breakdown becoming acidic over a period of time. Changing the oil (and external

filter if applicable) and ground running the aircraft to operating temperatures is one basic procedure that will help fight corrosion during winter months. • Blanking the engine inlet and exhaust is an easy way to cut down on possible start up issues and lessen the amount of moisture that your engine is exposed to. It’s not unheard of to find insect nests or the occasional bird nesting in some of the worst places (for them and you), this would include your air inlet. Simply blanking the open ports into your engine will guard against this odd occurrence. Remember to position the throttle to closed and idle mixture to “Cut Off”. • Ground running the engine once a month is highly recommended when possible. Condensation is one of the main reasons for the dreaded “C” word (corrosion). Ground running the engine so that operating tempatures are achieved is the best way to burn off any condensation that has

formed or contaminated the engine oil. Remember to verify the magneto switches are in the OFF position and pull the propeller through to guard from hydraulic lock. Note: Bumping the starter is not a recommended procedure! • Between monthly ground runs I recommend nudging or bumping the propeller four to six inches. This is important because the engine utilizes mostly ball and roller bearings. Slightly moving the propeller rotates the balls or rollers so that they are not resting in the same location on the inner or outer bearing race. • Finally in most open-air, tie down, or floats situations I recommend spraying the cylinders with LPS 1 and utilizing a canvas blanket / cover to protect the engine from winter weather elements. Deflecting rain, snow and ice with this method will help protect from moisture accessing the internals of the engine and ignition system.

• Review the Preservation section (Chapter 10) in the Maintenance Manual (P/N 118611) for additional reference material. These six simple steps will help aid in getting a trouble free start up for the next flying season. This procedure is not applicable as a method of long term storage. For those procedures feel free to contact Covington Aircraft Engines!

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Commercial application of fungicide with co-adjuvants SpeedWet Siliconado NG on rice

introduction Tests were conducted on a rice field located in J.P.Varela, Dept. of Lavalleja, Uruguay to evaluate the performance of SpeedWet Siliconado NG applied with fungicide over crops in the blooming state. Three applications were conducted and water-sensitive cards were used to study the deposition.

materials and methods Location: J.P.Varela, Lavalleja, Uruguay Producer: Gustavo Ferrari Tests: For the applications, watersensitive cards were used at two different heights over the crop. The top one at 28 inches and the lower one at 16 inches from the ground. On each application seven cards were used at both heights. Fungicide was applied with Azoxistrobina

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20% + Cyproconazole 8%. Treatment*: 1. Fungicide + SpeedWet Siliconado 60 cc (0.2 %) 2. Fungicide + mineral oil 3. Fungicide (no coadjuvant) Application: Date: Feb 18,2008 Crop: flooded Time: 10:30 a.m. Wind: 8 km/h Rel Hum.: 55% Temperature: 26°C Crop state: 25 % in bloom

evaluation After the applications the cards were evaluated to determine the impact and d cv for each application

comments The first fungicide application with coadjuvant SpeedWet Siliconado NG reached a satisfactory level of impacts

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coadjuvants, registered the fewer number of impacts per square centimeter. Also, the droplet distribution was irregular (higher cv) and the droplet size was bigger on average than the ones observed on 1 and 2. As.In.Agro. Asesoramiento e Investigacion Agronomica Agronomist Engineer Nicolás Chebataroff Agronomist Engineer Hernán Zorrilla Agronomist Engineer Emiliano Ferreira

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1967 G-164A Ag-Cat 9000TT, 475 SMOHE, 650 SMOHP, AG-NAV2, smoker, flagger, B model canopy, AFS check valves with Davidon Tri-Set’s, spreader included. Please email george@cropjet.com or Call 208-358-1802 (01-12)

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A+600, 335 gal DAF TLand Sprayer0 SMOHE&P&AF 80 fuel, TST, “B”Cockpit/Canopy, Custom Panel, Airstar GPS, NEW hopper/panels/SSbelly, simply immaculate ground-up restoration............................................................... $175K B+600 (AN2) 350 gal DAF Tland Comb,1114 SMOHE. OHC 23D40/7005A17 prop, AACP/AAI rebuilt, 80 fuel, TST, Hvy Gear, Big Tires, M-3 StaLoc, CropHawk, Beautiful .$155K SB-Walter-FatCat, 1150-SMOH AF&E&P, hiwings, TST, HVY GSW, M-3 GPS, A41” TLand Spra 515 Hopper, 125 fuel, Super Value...................................................................... .$295K AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com AmAg 870886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com t f n

2008 AT-602-60ag. TTAF & Engine 1050, fully loaded with all options. Willing to trade for low time AT-402 or 502. Call 870-954-1383 or 870-457-2045 (01-12) 1990 AT-402A with Pratt and Whitney-15 engine, reason for selling, bought AT-602. $435,000 Call 580-347-2449 or 580-774-9305 ( 0 1 -12 )

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the remnants of one A-model Cat with 4 decent wing cores and a center section. Can send pictures. Call Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or emial jcaviation@pldi.net At fn 2005 Thrush 550. 2584 TT engine, 2584 AFTT, 310 since hot, 2584 TT PROP. Intellistar Satloc and Intelliflow flow control. Call Kris Jones at 970-630-4486. ( 0 1 -12 )

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A+ 600 Tower/Writer w/1200 SMOH AF&E&P best of the Rosie O’Gradys, flyaway .....................................................$55K. A+ 600, 300 gal DAF Tland Conb, 194SMOHE, 419 SOH Hyrda-Prop, SatLoc Lite, Fresh AAI LIC., Ready Money maker....................................................................... $125K A+600, Tower/Writer w/1200-SMOH AF&E&P best of the Rosies O’Gradys, flyway.............................................$55K AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com AmAg 870886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com t f n

PRICE REDUCED 1978 G 164 C SN 19 C. Rebuilt to better than new condition. AF TT 4090 Garrett super 1 turbine TSC 174 CSC 44 by AG AIR Turbines. Spray ready, Electronics International Digital Engine Display. This aircraft flies excellent and has not been worked since rebuild. Everything on this aircraft has been gone through including 500 gallon hopper refurbishment. - SKY TRACTOR SUPPLY, Broker - located Hillsboro, ND USA Telephone: 800-437-5319, 701636-5880 Fax: 701-636-5881 (t f n)

air tractor 2008 AT-602-60 2790 hrs TTSN, 0 SHOT, 0 SProp IRAN, Fresh annual, loaded aircraft, SATLOC M 3 with intelliflow, Lane fan / brake, 70 CP-TT, owner flown since new, NDH, $805,000, 318-341-1035 (01-12)

1997 502B s/n 0439 N5075P PT6-34AG 5295 TTA 7358 TTE 1540 siran 0 shot 1540 TTP jump seat, wingman, fuel flow Night work lights, single point fuel, Lane brake, VG’s, AgNav guia, factory air heat, 3” bottom load, King radio and transponder, CP flat fan nozzles, Crophawk, smoker and s+s jet tail wheel mod. $460,000 419-947-1833 or 740-225-3600 cell (01-12) 2005 AT-602-60 Ready Nov. 2011 current 3650 est hours in Nov. 4200+ Del Norde variable rate, elec. brake, wingman, smoker, spreader, CP’s. Call 662-588-6002 ( 0 1 - 1 2 )

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1980 AT- 301 8960TT Super 6 engine, 902 TT hydromatic prop Tall Tail, all metal control surfaces, aileron servos, Satloc lite, fresh annual with sale, $115,000 559-686-7401 or email valleyaircraft@clearwire.net (0 4 -12)

2006 Air Tractor,502-B,PT-6A, 34AG, 2808TT, fresh Annual, New Landing Gear, 2” bottom Load Fuel,Factory Air,3” Loading System, CP-11 Nozzles, Del Norte Flow Control,Extra Clean, Extremely Well Maintained. 225-718-3104. ( 01-12)

1998 AT-402A PT6 -11AG 3960 hrs TTAFE, 480 SHOT, fresh annual, flagger, smoker, wingman, Lane fan / brake,SATLOC M3 / Intelliflow, 65 ss CP s ,wing AD complete $ 420,000 318-574-2364 (01-12)

2010 AT-602, -60, 1620 hrs TTAF&E, smoker, single point fuel, elec. brake gr. adj., Intellistar w/flow control, Fresh Hot Section Inspection, Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual....... $960,000 Call for price Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn

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Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the AT-401 today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

1998 AT-602 -60 8610 TTAF/E. Wings done winter 2009 Fresh paint dec 2010, 10 hrs on fresh hot, Wingman, M3 flow control, 70 cp flat fan nozzles, 10 vane spreader, $650,000 Gary Flying MS Paul 662-347-1063 (01-12)

1981 AT-301 8849 TTAFH; 1125 hrs. on new spar; 650 Hrs. on Tulsa engine; Very cold A/C; Geared 1340 R1340 S3H1G Pratt & Whitney, Satloc M3/flow control; 126 gal. fuel; JPI Engine Data Magt. System; Big Metal tail; VG’s and new paint 2009. For more information visit warneragair.com or call 620-332-3748 (01-12) 1998 AT-502B Pratt and Whitney-34. 6250 TT, engine since new 4036 , M3 Satloc Flow Control AC, bottom fuel load, Votrex Gen, smoker, flagger CP Nozzles, Lane Fan Brake, Air Tractor inlets, $550,000 Call 580-347-2449 or 580-7749305 (01-12) 1996 AT-502B Air Tractor, PT6A-34AG (750hp), 8,400 horas tiempo total desde nuevo. “0” horas desde sección caliente y reparación de hélice. Alas renovadas en fabrica con nuevas vigas. Satloc M3, radio comunicador, transponder, abanico variable y freno eléctrico “Lane”. Boquillas CP. $435,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 t f n 2005 AT-802A-67, 3400 TT, 400 SHOT, 10” hydro gate w/Del Norte controller, Satloc M-3 touch screen, wingman, RAM AIR, single pt fuel, 700 hrs since landing gear. 875,000 OBO brenthampton79@yahoo.com Call 573-620-1815 (01-12)

1984 AT-301. TTAF 11988. TSMOH 506. Geared Engine w/otter prop. Metal tail,big hopper, 126 gal fuel. 3918 on wings. Great load hauler. purvisfly@accessatc.net or call 912-389-5605 (01-12) ’98 Air Tractor 602, N5192T, 5615. TT A/F, -60AG 607.1 SHOT, M3 w/ Big Screen, Flow Control, Hopper Rinse, A/C, Smoker, Wingman, Lane 4 Blade, HD Electric Brakes, Drop Booms, CP Nozzles. Annual due February 2012. Darryl 870-5729011 (01-12)

1997 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, Annual due: 3-1-12 Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 8000.0 (in 1294.6 hours), Prop overhauled 11-8-10 with factory new blades, All new landing gear installed at 6115.5 (589.9 hours ago), A/C, Heater, CP nozzles, Swathmaster spreader, “GPS” instrument panel, Intellistar GPS, Intelliflow flow control, 38” gate, Wingman Ram air inlet, Fast Start, Offset engine mount Garmin SL40. Darryl 870-572-9011 (01-12)

Large inventory or Air Tractor Parts. Surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

1997 AT-602 for sale with 7054 TT airframe and engine, 371 SOH on FCU, 751 hrs since wings spars done along with a very extensive annual, 1110 since iran on prop, hydrolic gate, cp nozzles, factory ram air, radio package, M3 with f/c, to many extras to list. Call 870-919-5476 (01-12)

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Turbine AT-402 today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

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. T F N

2012 Slots Available Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 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 at trac tive and flexible terms available. Call your Air Tractor dealer.

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. TFN 2012 AIR TRACTOR AT-502B, PT6A-34AG, Nuevo, para entrega en Julio de 2012. Equipado con freno eléctrico y abanico variable “Lane”, sistema de riego de dos pulgadas con 44 boquillas, aire condicionado, horizonte artificial, radio comunicador Garmin, certificado de aeronavigabilidad de exportación. $815,000.00 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the AT-802 today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

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. T F N 2012 AIR TRACTORS, ALL MODELS, SUMMER DELIVERIES $CALL$ 2009 AT-802A, 1700 TTAF&E, -65AG, HYD GATE, DEL NORTE W/FLOW, LOAD HAWG $1,100.000.00 2008 AT-602, 960 TTAF&E, 260 SHSI, SATLOC/FLOW, COOL START, AND ANNUAL $950,000.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281232-5401. tfn t f n

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. T F N

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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 PT6A-34AG 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. TFN

cessna 62 Cessna 310G 2700TT, Engines just redone, 30 hrs on new props. Corrosion free and ding free, excellent paint and interior. NDH. Logs from day one. $60,000.00 Tim Grayson 605-350-7773 (01-12)

1969 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, 2500 TT, 55 SMOH, Motor da caixa Continental, Satloc Lite, duas pares de barras inox (CP & rotativos), Spreader e mais. Muito bem conservado e arrumado Pronto para trabalhar. R$280.000,00 Homoligado em Brasil em 2005, Localisado em Goias thomas.morley@comcast.net (01-12) 1977 Cessna 150, 3,100 Horas desde nuevo, “0” horas desde reparación mayor – motor. GPS, Nav-Com, Transponder w/encoder. Recién pintado. $35,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the AT-602 today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

Will trade nice 1972 Super Viking for flying Ag Truck or Pawnee. Will consider projects. Call Jerry at J & C Enterprises Aviation, Inc. 1-800-542-8565 Atfn

Save money. Buy used. Parting out several Air Tractor 402, 502, 602, and 802, Thrush and , Ag Cats. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 (0 5 -12)

WE have the largest NEW inventory of Cessna 188 AG Truck & Ag Wagon parts in the USA. Parting out many other air crafts as well. J & C Enterprises Aviatiion INC 800-542-8565 or Email Sid or Jerry at jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

2007 AT-401B, 65 TTAF, 65 SMOH, 3 BLADE HYD, COM, TXP, LIKE NEW $355,000.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401. t f n

Cessna 337, several units, very low flight hours, perfect state, extremely careful maintenance, fully equipped, long range tanks, fully IFR, contact for prices and specs. info@ airtractoreurope.com, +34667102184 t f n 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; 330-6980280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n

AT-401s several units 2006 and 2007 year models. Less than 200 hours TT. Like new. 3-blade prop. Contact for prices: info@airtractoreurope.com, +34667102184. tfn

J & C enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Cessna aircraft, New & Used part of any kind. Call Jerry 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

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dromader Left and right M-18 wings 1500 hrs TT, new spare cap and fitting right wing, left wing checks ok with ailerons and flaps. New M-18 prop for sale, good used M-18 full blades, various other M-18 parts. For Sale or Trade? Call 573-246-3216 day, 573-481-0474 evening (01-12)

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the M18 Dromader today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

1979 Piper Pawnee Brave, PA 36-450, Conversion a Pratt & Whitney Radial R-985 de 450hp! 3,972 horas tiempo total, 712 horas desde reparación mayor motor. $60,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 t f n J & C Enterprises avaition Inc. Wants to buy your Piper, Pawnee or Brave aircraft. We are also looking for parts inventory, or derelect aircraft as well call Jerry at 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

N753WC, J.A.S. REMANUFACTURED WALTER CONVERSION THRUSH 0 TT Since Complete Rework of Aircraft, Factory Hot and High Remanufactured Engine, (751 SHP), Cascade Conversion, Very Low Time Thrush SPAR Caps, Newly Covered Cool Seat, Serv-Aero modified horizontal Stabilizer New style dropped boom brackets Tulare, California. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of The 510 Thrush today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

N752WC 2010 J.A.S. REMANUFACTURED WALTER CONVERSION THRUSH 130 Total Time Since Complete Rework of Aircraft, Factory Hot and High Remanufactured Engine, (751 SHP), Cascade Conversion, New Avia High Performance Propeller, 510 Gal. Hopper, Weath-Aero Fan, Stainless Steel Booms, CP Nozzles, 3” Left Side Load, Wing Extensions, 40,000 Hr. Avenger Spar Cap Kit, New H.D. Wing Leading Edge Skins and Ribs, 192 Gal. Fuel, Vortex Generators, Wing Root Fairings, Aileron Servos, Bottom Load Fuel, 29” Tires, Spring Steel Tailwheel with 5.00 X 5 Tire, Air conditioning, New Intellistar GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control, Smoker, Flagger, Garmin COM Radio, Nav / Strobe / Instrument / Landing Lights, Oregon Aero Seat Cushions, New Side Panels with Stainless Steel Fasteners, New Custom Paint, Excellent Tires / Glass / New Poly Fiber Fabric. Tulare, California. 559-686-1794 / Email info@ johnstonaircraft.com www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n

93 Thrush T34-510, 9643 TTAF, Recent annual & HSI, M-3, A/C, Smoker, VG Kit, Lane 4, Brake, SS Booms, CP nozzles, Super Clean, $365,000. Darryl at 870-572-9011 (01-12)

FAA repair station for all ag equipment. Thrush spar replacement, annuals. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Thrush 660 today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

Turbine Thrush -500 gallon, super clean, Walters 2007 conversion by Johnson, M3, flow control, air, bottom fuel, powder coated frame, no rice work. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Piper Pawnee today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

thrush Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Flying Dromader today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

piper 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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn 1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 500 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $160,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 t f n

1994 S2R 510-45, 6800 TTAF, Fast start, Load Hog, Lane brake & fan, cp-11, M3 w/flow control. All new glass, tires & brakes. Heat & AC. Very Fast & Clean! Asking $430,000.00 call 870-692-8305 (01-12) FOR SALE OR TRADE THRUSH, 510 FACTORY -6; 9998 TT, 155 SHSI, Fresh Test Cell & Lebow. New Harbor A/C, fresh annual & paint by Agair. Satloc, SSF. combo, CP nozzles. $340,000 USD. 870-886 8331 david@arkansasturbine.com (01-12) 2009 550 DC-60 Thrush, full loaded , night lights, 1800 tt since new engine and prop. 870-931-8485 ( 0 1 - 1 2 )

WORLD WIDE THRUSH Sales Exclusive U.S. dealer Canada, Mexico- New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, 660-67. *FINANCING AVAILABLE*Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO/ (573) 359-0500. http://www.midcont.net tfn

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601-713-3365 800-844-TOUR this project is partially funded through a grant by the jackson convention and visitors Bureau

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n

1996 Thrush S2R-6, 4250 TT, 500 TT Since hot Section, 1000 hrs since gearbox. $375,000. Call 229-886-8592 ( 01-12)

1976 Ayres 400 Gal. Thrush with -6 Garrett Engine; Satloc; Air Conditioner; Smoker; 29” Wheels and Brakes; New Paint; Fresh OH Prop; SS Spray System; Lane Brakes. Call Eugene 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A 4 -12

1992 Ayres 510 D C - 7,600 Hrs. TT; Garrett -6 Engine Low Time; M-3 with Variable Rate Flow Control, C.P. Nozzles; SS Spray System with Lane brakes; Air Conditioner; Smoker; Low time Prop; Nice clean airplane that is ready to work Priced To Sell Call Eugene 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A 4 -12

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

The 550 Thrush offers 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

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

For sale 2-600 hp Rockwell Thrushes, current annuals, always hangared, excellent condition, Call 306-861-0177. (01-12)

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1972 Citabria, 860 ttsn fresh annual in August, 1 king 195 com, 1 Garmin 150 GPS in the box with sale wheel pants, Sigtronics intercom, dry country airplane entire life.$39,500 email denny_ohara@yahoo.com or call 806-679-2202 (01-12)

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, 850-380-6091. (0 5 -12)

For Sale (1) Bell 47 Mark 5 Tom Cat with trailer and SS spray gear $90,000 (1) Bell 47 G-5 with spray gear with trailer and GPS $110,000. Call 717-334-0280 or 863-675-6919 (01-12)

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Radial Thrush today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com WORLD WIDE THRUSH Sales Exclusive U.S. dealer Canada, Mexico- New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, 660-67. *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO 573359-0500. 800-325-0885 http://www.midcont.net t f n

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Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Stearman today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Dual Cockpit Thrush, today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

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Unlimited Racer project: 85% complete Yak11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 t f n

Gulf Coast aG airCraft sales & serviCe “Century” wing spar for Thrush S2R aircraft. Lifetime spar without inspections, economical and easy to install. Call Eugene For Details at 979-533-1720

1976 Ayres 400 Gal. Thrush with -6 Garrett Engine; Satloc; Air Conditioner; Smoker; 29” Wheels and Brakes; New Paint; Fresh OH Prop; SS Spray System; Lane Brakes. Garrett TPE331-6-252M Please call for info. Engines available Garrett TPE-331-10-511M 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info.

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2008 BEECHCRAFT BARON G58, 1,000 Horas desde Nuevo! Equipado con la sistema Garmin 1000, con radar, trafico, nexrad, etc. Aire condicionado, certificado de aeronavigabilidad de exportación. Este avión se encuentra en condición de nuevo. $950,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 t f n

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Clipped J3 Cub today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of In-Formation today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

engines Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders $1850, called Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 ( 01-12) PT6A ENGINES ATS maintains one of the largest replacement engine inventories in the industry and can quickly and fairly evaluate your core or mid-time PT6 engine for exchange credit or outright purchase. View our current engine inventory at www.PT6A.aero (FAA CRS TQZR133K) PT6A engines for Sale or Exchange. t f n Garrett TPE331-6-252M Please call for info. 2 engines available. 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A 4-12

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R-1340, zero time since overhaul by Covington $53,500.00 New PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 outright or exchange call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281232-5401 t f n 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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n Covington Turbine Engines Available. PT6A-34AG 50 TSN PT6A-34AG 1789 TSO SOLD PT6A-34AG 780 TSOSOLD PT6A 2800 TSO SOLD PT6A-15AG0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul PT6A-34AG 0 TSO PT6A-34AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul. 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 918-756-7862 or davidh@ covingtonaircraft.com A t f n Pratt & Whitney R-985 & R-1340 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators, & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Roberts Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903429-6047 crs5r@aol.com (0 4 -12) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the largest selection of Lycoming and Continental engine cores in stock. Over 100 to choose from. Call Sid or Jerry for your parts or engines needs. 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net A t f n

dispersal equipment Dispersal Equipment: Weathaero Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, Flaggers, Nozzles, Transland, Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net. t f n Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc.-- We manufacture the SSF 13 vane, 12 vane and original 10 vane spreaders plus more. Take advantage of our Fall Discounts. Call us at 800-7363433 or 870-217-9232 (01-12)

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. (01-12) Transland and Agrinautics authorized distributor – Call us with your needs. Sid or Jerry @ J & C Enterprises 1-800542-8565 or e-mail jcaviation@pldi.net At fn CP NOZZLES AND CHECK VALVES. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 FAX: 438344 tfn ASC Rotary Atomizers - See www.dynafog.com/ascresults and April 2009 issue of AAU, A. McCracken. Made in USA. asc@ dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A 0 1 -13 Swathmaster Spreader off Air Tractor, 24 in gate $3500. (3) Satloc Air Star 99.5’s Make an offer Call 830-278-5522 or 830-275-1127 (01-12) ASC Rotary Atomizers - Consistent droplets, large flow openings, easy to mount without changing your existing pump, boom and flow control method. Made in USA. asc@dynafog. com, 317-896-2561 A 0 1 -13 Everything you need for fixed wing or helicopter JAS 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www,johnstonaircraft.com t f n TRANSLAND 10 vane sprder for 38” gate, new $9400 Agrinautics, root, Crophawk, Transland, others Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FA X 281-232-5401.t fn CP NOZZLES AND CHECK VALVES “The Drift fighters”. Plus they improve your spray pattern. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale. Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc. com t f n SprayTarget variable rate nozzles in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n

ASC Rotary Atomizers - Why use old hydraulic nozzle technology? Rotary Atomizers are proven as the most accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A 0 1 -13 Variable Rate OC and engine driven hydraulic spray control systems. Coming soon variable rate dry for standard gate and hydraulic flaps. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n 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 t f n

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Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800325-0885. t f n Satloc and Del Norte Air Repair Inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and sercece. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn Authorized AgNav Distributors. New and used systems. GIS Spray data services/conversion. Summit Helicopters Inc. Call Gary at 816-813-0442. summitGIS@earthlink.net (01-12)

parts Hopper from 402, removed for an upgrade $1000, call 870734-6064 (01-12)

2 Del Norte GPS, with variable rate options installed. Comes complete w/ all cabling, lite bar, moving map, touch pad controller, and more. One is available now and other Feb. 2012. Asking $5,000 each. Please call 573-649-2587 ( 0 1 - 1 2 ) Satloc sales and warranty service. Quick turn around on repairs New and used systems in stock Flow control systems and Vacuum Meters in stock Compton’s Flying Service 888-336-3924 (tfn)

38” Transland 10 Vane Spreader for Hyd. Gate... Great shape..$7000 or offer .. 806-777-1602 (01-12) Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Parts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. t f n

TRACMAP GPS has great features, easy to use, large screen, racetrack guidance, usb key easy import of files, competitive pricing. Now available from Turbine Conversions call 616-837-9428 www.turbineconversions.com 1 2 - 1 2 Intelliflow Flow Controls -in stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 tfn Hemisphere GPS systems in stock, Bantham, G4, Intellistar, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar2. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/Dealer 2011. Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800437-5319 Sky-Tractor Supply Company tfn Used Satlocs. Litestar 1 and II. Airstar. New M3s in stock Prompt repair service Compton Flying Service 888-336-3924 t f n Hemisphere GPS & Flow Control Dealer Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t f n

Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractor and Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees. Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to fuel nozzle & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-6351212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com . (08-12) Thrush Aircraft has surplus inventory - Tube Engine Control: 19561T004, 19561T005, 19561T006, 19561T007, 19561T008, Gussett Engine Control: 19561T009, 19561T010, 19561T011. Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453. (t f n)

ENGINES FOR SALE

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PT6A-67R Serial No. PC-E 106108/ PS 106108 0 PT6A-65 (Can be run as AR/R or B) Serial No. PC-E 32355 / PS 32355 0 PT6A-65R Serial No. PC-E 97127/ PS 97080 0 PT6A-45R (3) Serial No. PC-E 84309 / PS 84254 3694.8 Serial No. PC-E 84087 / PS 84363 4880.6 Serial No. PC-E 84002 / PS 84295 3498.1 PT6A-27 / 28 Hot Section Kit CT Disk 8179 CSN New 3045741-01 CT Blades Overhauled PT6A-27 / 28 Hot Section Kit CT Disk 7118 CSN New 3045741-01 CT Blades Overhauled

new Air Tractor in your future. YOUR #1 AIR TRACTOR DISTRIBUTOR IN SALES AND SERVICE AIRCRAFT 2012 AIR TRACTORS, ALL MODELS, SUMMER DELIVERIES ................................... $CALL$ 2009 AT-802A, 1700 TTAF&E, -65AG, Hyd Gate, Del Norte W/Flow, Load Hawg $1,100.000 2008 AT-602, 960 TTAF&E, 260 SHSI, Satloc/Flow, Cool Start, And Annual .......... $950,000 ENGINES R-1340, ZERO TIME SINCE OVERHAUL BY COVINGTON .................................$59,500 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE ...........................$CALL$ PROPELLERS HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – New And Used .........................$CALL$ DISPERSAL EQUIPMENT TRANSLAND 10 VAIN SPREADER FOR 38” GATE, NEW ......................................$9,400 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROPHAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS .............................$CALL$

Contact: Jim Germek

800-253-1711 ext 7122 Cell: 414-322-2025 jim.germek@aircar.com www.aircar.com Air Cargo Carriers, an operator of Shorts 330 and 360 freighter aircraft for over 25 years, is making available engines that are surplus to our current needs from our airline rotable pool. These engines were maintained by our in-house PT-6 Engine Overhaul Facility Midwest Turbine Services. Repair Station #DATR119D.

Lane Aviation, Inc. “Specializing in Turbine and Piston Air Tractors”

888-995-5263

281-342-5451 TEL • 281-232-5401 FAX e-mail: glane@laneav.com • www.laneav.com P.O. Box 432 • Rosenberg, Texas 77471 January 2012

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FOR ALL YOUR MAINTENANCE & PARTS NEEDS

New M3 (LAST ONE) Intellistar, Bantum, Litestar II, Intelliflow Systems. On the shelf ready to ship. Used Litestar II, Used Airstar. READY Compton flying Service 888-336-3924 t f n

25 inch Breckinridge Spreader. $2500. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services Inc. 850-380-6091. (0 5 -12)

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, extend the life of critical turbine parts. Contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com . (08-12)

We have many ROOT PUMP (Neito) parts in stock. Call Rick @ Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964. t f n

Export Experts Authorized Turbine Brave Conversion • Transland • Covington Engines • Ag Nav • Turbine Conversions • Single Point Fueling

• Agrinautics Pumps & Valves • Wag • Cascade Conversions • TracMap

AUTHORIZED THRUSH PARTS DISTRIBUTOR AND SERVICE CENTER

And So Much More… Frankie Williams - President—frankie@southerfield.com Paul Pearson - Parts & Maintenance—parts@southerfield.com Stephanie Williams - Exports—stephanie@southerfield.com

223 Airport Road, Americus, GA 31709 Phone: 229-924-2813 Fax: 229-924-4356 www.southerfield.com

Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@ gmail.com. 09 -12

STATE OFFICE OF THE GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION

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THRUSH / PIPER BRAVE / PAWNEE / CESSNA AG / AG-CAT / AIR TRACTOR • AIRCRAFT SALES / SERVICE / PARTS / MODIFICATIONS JAS REMANUFACTURED WALTER CONVERSION THRUSHS Excellent Performance - Reasonable Price

Thrush Aircraft has surplus inventory – interested? 19500T010 Plate Outside Finger, 19500T011 Plate Top, 19500T012 Plate Cross Bay, 19500T013 Plate Clevis Wrap, 19500T014 Plate Cross Bay, 19500T015 Plate Clevis Wrap 19500T035 Plate, 10734T001 Plate, 10734T002 Plate, 19530T013 Plate Cross Bay 19533T002 Plate Muff End Liner, 19533T007 Plate Muff End, 19533T008 Plate Muff End Outer. Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453. (t f n)

Thrush Aircraft has surplus inventory. Dishpan Brackets 19520T010, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22;Dishpan Top 19520T005; Dishpan Cuff 19519T001 Email rcarter@ thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453. (t f n) Angel Personal Flight Assistant - in stock, shipping today. Premium quality Bluetooth interface for the cockpit. Noise free cell phone use without fumbling for your phone. Caller ID, direct dial, redial, voice dial, download phonebook and call list entries, dial direct., Stream bluetooth music and control, E6B flight computer, Stopwatch, fuel and approach timer. Large full color easy to read backlit screen, intuitive menus, automatic cut out with radio transmissions, ambient light sensor. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 A t f n LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 TFN Fitting Engine Attach 15019T002, Doubler – Engine Attach 15019T906, 1340 Engine Mount, 19500T001, Engine Mount Ring Assy, 15019T906. Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453. (tfn) Thrush Aircraft has excess inventory – ready to move. Circuit Breakers, Transformers, Studs, Bolts, Rivets, Starters, Gauges and more. For complete listing of inventory, Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter229.789.0453. Be sure to check out our website at www.thrushaircraft.com under service and parts. ( t f n ) Starter, Generator and Quad Kit for a G6. Email rcarter@ thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453 ( t f n )

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130 TT Since Complete Rework of Aircraft Factory Hot and High Remanufactured Engine (751 SHP), Cascade Conversion CP Nozzles - Smoker / Flagger - 40,000 Hr. Avenger Spar Cap Kit - New Intellistar GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control - Garmin COM Radio Oregon Aero Seat Cushions - Bottom Load Fuel

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0 TT Since Complete Rework of Aircraft Factory Hot and High Remanufactured Engine (751 SHP), Cascade Conversion Very Low Time Thrush SPAR Caps Newly Covered Cool Seat Serv-Aero modified horizontal Stabilizer New style dropped boom brackets

We repair / moDify / tHruSH anD Brave WingS anD Control SurfaCeS inCluDing AVENGER, CENTURY & FACTORY SPAR CAP inStallation / SaleS.

Brave 4,100 Hour Kit Installation and Sales. We install and sell Cascade Walter conversions and pressure cowls. Thrush Fuel Capacity Increase. Thrush Landing Gear Repair and Rebuild. Distributor / Rebuilder of Emco Wheaton Dry Break Equipment. Distributor / Dealer For All Ag Equipment. Parts & Services Catalog Available.

We completely rebuild/repair/modify Thrush and Brave aircraft!! Distributor for APS “Bla ck Steel®” Brake discs and linings

We Have SolutionS to tHe tHruSH Wing Spar Cap aD long life Spar Cap kitS neW faCtory loWer Spar CapS 24 HR. PHONES: 559-686-1794 or 686-2161 FAX: 559-686-9360 P.O. Box 1457, Tulare, CA 93275 Se Habla Español info@johnstonaircraft.com • parts@johnstonaircraft.com

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Kulite Model APTE 211 1000-70D Transducer for a G5, G6 or G10 engine. Voltage 28 OVDC and Torque Gauge part #21743-101. Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453. (t f n) Um par de asas estendida 95% completa do Thrush S2R. A pair of extended wings 95% complete Thrush S2R. Brazil. garciaviagricola@uol.com.br / 16 36274879 (t f n) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc has purchased a large new inventory of Citabria GCBC part in late 1977-79 rnge. Lots of common everyday parts. Landing gear, wheels 7 brakes, engine parts etc. call Jerry or Sid today 800-542-8565 or email jcaviaiton@pldi.net Atfn ITT Gauge for a G6 (100-5812-01) and 67 (PT6A-67 Ag, part#590-40020, range 200-1200’C) engine, 1005812-01 Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter229.789.0453. (tfn) Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@pldi.net A t f n Cleveland Wheels and Brakes. Buy used and save money. Air-Tractor, Thrush, Ag Cat. Chad Stuart Airplane Services Inc. 850-380-6091 (0 5 -12) Used serviceable PT6 starter/generators. Wet or Dry spline. Guaranteed to work. $3,500 Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 (0 5 -12) Bendix/King GPS, KLN900, Part #066-04034-0104. TSO C129 Class A1 DO-178A Level 12 Power 18-33 VDC/3.3A Max . Email rcarter@thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453. (tfn) Spend your time doing what you do best “SPRAYING” and let us find those parts for you. Part numbers are really important. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn Vacuum Meters ready to ship. Clean, accurate, closed system. Why pay 50,000 for a accurate system when you can do it for a fraction of the price and require no computers. Compton Flying Service 888-336-3924 tfn

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. still has one of the largest Cessna, and Piper Ag Aircraft inventories in the USA and has a huge inventory of Lighting and wheel and brake inventory. Let us be your total part provider. Call in your needs - Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or jcaviation@pldi.net A t f n Thrush Aircraft has a surplus of Rivets: CR2162 4 4; 0059902, CR2163 4 1; 0059922 CR2163 4 2; 0059923, CR2248 4 1; 1953255, CR2248 4 3; 1953370, CR2248 4 5; NAS1739B4 5 CR2248 5 4; 1953280,CR2248 5 6; 19534481, CR2249 4 1, CR2249 4 2, CR2249 4 4, CR2249 5 6; 0059944, CR2249 6 3; 0066598, CR2539 4 1; 0066599, CR3212 6 4; 0091635 CR3212 6 5; 0092306, CR3212 6 6; 0091859, CR3212 6 7; 0091860, CR3212 6 8 CR3213 4 8; 0066386, CR3213 5 3; 0066388, CR3213 5 4; 0066389 CR3213 5 5; 0066390, CR3242 4 6; 3110053, CR3242 5 3; 0059855 CR3242 5 5; 3000176, CR3242 5 6; 3000177, CR3242 5 7; 3000171 CR3242 5 8; 3110481, CR3242 6 4 ; 3000168, CR3242 6 6; 3000170 CR3242 6 7 ; 3110095, CR3242 6 8, CR3243 4 8, CR3243 5 5 0059871 CR3243 5 6; 0059872, CR3243 6 2; 3000329, CR3243 6 3; 0057277 CR3243 6 4; 0057278, CR3243 6 8, CR3243 6 9; 0065301, CR3522 5 3; 3000704 CR3522 5 6; 3110061, CR3522 6 4; 3000708, CR3523 5 2; 3110050, CR3523 5 4; 3000682 CR3523 5 5; 3000683, CR3523 5 6; 3110327, CR3552 5 3; 3110394, CR3552 6 2; 3110274 CR3553 5 3; 3000282, CR517 6 6; 0059965, CR91662 5 2 0059980, CR9163 4 2; 0059985, CR9163 4 6 ; 0059991, CR9163 6 4; 0059977 Email rcarter@ thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229.789.0453 ( t f n ) .

Retrofit Hopper Door for AT502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 t f n GPS Antenna Mount, for specific ag aircraft, Performance and looks, slip stream design delivers peak signals. Contact Terry Barber 605-258-2743. (0 7-12) Complete Thrush Factory Metal Tail W / Updates.Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n Superbooms for Cessna, Piper, Thrush, Air Tractor and custom manufacture; THRUSH AILERON SERVOS-STC’d kits. TSA 800-642-5777 or tsa@702com.net (TFN) O/H’D Thrush 29” Landing Gear & We Can Repair / Rebuild Yours. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com t f n

Air Tractor Parts New and Used (Associate dealer for Lane Aviation). FWF cowlings 402,502,602 many to chose from, removed for Factory and Cascade P-cowl conversions. New and used (Factory Rebuilt) Aileron, Flaps, Elevators, Rudders, Horz/Vert stabs in stock and ready to sale or trade. Call Wendel or Steve North Star Aviation 620-356-4528 wlambert@pld.com t f n

Emco Wheaton/Buckeye Dry Break Couplers and adapters, Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n

8 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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n

PARTS, PARTS, PARTS... For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service (800) 441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer A TFN

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Also have 29” Thrush Landing Gear. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 t f n

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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n

propellers

Cessna Parts - Engine, propellers, authorized service center. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. A tfn NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock ready to ship today.1-800-437-5319 Sky-Tractor Supply Company t f n J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Also have 29” Thrush Landing Gear. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn 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.tfn Brave and Pawnee parts - engines, props, spar kits, fuel cells and foam kits, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t f n 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 830-625-4138. t f n Agrinautics, Automatic Flagman, Aero Engines, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Hot Stuff, Honda Engines, Johnson Sidewinder, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, Schweizer, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, APH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor Supply 800-4375319, 701-436-5881. t f n Set of new Thrush Aircraft current production wings featuring the 29,000 hour life limit on low spar caps. Upper and lower 4340 Chrome-Molly steel spar caps with 114 gallon fuel tank on each wing, 0 SNEW. Contact Thrush Aircraft Spares Department 229-883-1440, rcarter@thrushaircraft.com

GE M601-E11 751 HP TURBOPROP Conversions for Air Tractor and Thrush. Increased Reliability. No Hot Section Inspections. No Nozzles to Service. Cascade Pressure Cowl – Standard Equipment with Lifetime Serviceable Air Filter System! 3,000 HR Engine TBO. Auto Start Systems. Lower Operating/Maintenance Costs. Improved Safety. Ease of Maintenance Access. Warranty: 1,000 Hr / 1,100 Cycles or 2 Years. Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com (0 8 -12) J & C Enterprises has a Cessna 188 props in Stock Y.T. Also offer some STC’d propellers. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18 OHC 12D40-6101A-12 OHC 22D40-6533A-12 OHC 23D40-6533A-18 OHC 24D40-6533A-18 Serviceable cond. Call: PropWorks, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net

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IA200/FA8452, NEW $4,500 2D30-6101A20, A/R. $3,500 2D30-6101A12, O-IRAN $10,500 22D30-AG200-2 OHC $15,500 12D40-6101A, 175-SIRAN $11,500 12D40-AG100-4S, OHC $15,500 22D40-AG200-2, 1200-SOH, 60 SIRAN & ADCW, $15,500 33D50-7005A, A/R-Knocked Down. $5,900 23D40-7005A-17 OHC $19,500 HC-B3TN-3D/5M OHC w/NEw+4 blades....20,000 AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com t f n

Trade with members of NAAA

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January 2012 AT-502B February 2012 AT-802A February 2012 AT-502B March 2012 AT-502B available

800-441-2964 Ask for Chuck Stone or Rick Stone F O B Fort Pierce, FL

AIRCRAFT SALES & SERVICE

Office: 772-461-8924 • Fax: 772-461-9050 • mail@southeasternaircraft.com • www.southeasternaircraft.com

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FROST FLYING INC.

Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281232-5401 t f n . For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Prop. Hartzell HCB5MP-3C. Fits 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 210-924-5561. sales@ dixieair.com. ( 0 1 - 1 2 )

finance/lease

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:870697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR. ( 0 1 - 1 2 )

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Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hanger. 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! t f n

vehicles 2012 Slots Available ..................................................................Call 2010 AT-802A, 860 TT AF&E, -65, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., Intellistar w/flowcontrol, Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual. ............................................................. $1,190,000

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2010 AT-602, -60, 1493 hrs TTAF&E smoker, single point fuel, elec. brake gr. adj., Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, Intellistar w/flowcontrol, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual. ...................................................$920,000

1500 gal Jet A refueler; Nissan UD 3300 truck; epoxy lined steel tank: Liquid Control counter with predetermining counter (new 2003); single point and over the wing nozzles: automatic reel. Truck and pump work well; good rubber $13,900 or Will consider trades for auto, truck, or aircraft Call 501-985-1484 AR location.. tfn

Toy Cropdusting Airplanes!! Toy Cropdusting Airplanes of any model or kind. All Airplanes are made of solid wood w/ rubber tires, metal landing gears & metal spray systems. These are built to your specifications w/your own tail number & paint job. These make great gifts. Get your holiday orders in today! Your kids & grand kids will say a big Thank You! Only $125 + S & H CSMURPHREE@GMAIL.COM (01-12) Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s innovative and extremely simple 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 (0 8 -12)

Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-9192317 A 0 1 -12 1989 International, Diesel, 5 spd, New Auger truck, with fuel, flip over auger. Other Auger Available 870-931-8485 (01-12)

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of The AgOp Collage today. $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

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2010 AT-602, -60, 1820 TTAF&E, smoker, single point fuel, elec. brake gr. adj., Intellistar w/flowcontrol, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual. ...$950,000 2009 AT-602, 1435 TTAF&E, -60, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., CPs, 10” hydraulic gate, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual. .............................$875,000 Unlimited Racer Project: 85% complete Yak 11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. For pictures and details ........................................................CALL Complete Air Tractor Parts And Accessories Dealer For Every Major Ag Aviation Parts and Supplies

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WANTED Owners/Aircraft S2R-T41 Ayres Turbo Thrush with the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-41. Cascade Aircraft is in the final stages of development for improvements to the S2R-T41 Ayres Turbo Thrush. Owners in the area of Eastern Washington / the PNW are encouraged to contact us. We need an aircraft to complete the final installation – if you are interested in reduced ITT 30 to 70 degrees, improved fuel efficiency, 15 minute filter replacements with lifetime filters then please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com . (0 8 -12) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is always looking for all types of derelict aircraft, parts inventory, both new and used. We will buy small or a shop full. Contact Jerry Buster 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn HELMET with slide up visor $850. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1200. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 Atfn Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ For FREE SAMPLE go to www.GARRCO.com/ freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco.com t f n English to Spanish Technical Translations Former A&P and Ag-Pilot, Carlos Retamosa Specializing in translating:  • Aviation technical manuals • Airworthiness Directives (ADs) • Service Bulletins (SBs) Contact 598-53-24376 retamosa@adinet.com.uy

AFS Check Valves- Make the switch to AFS check valves, Find out what many operators already know, increased productivity, eliminate leaks and drips, long life, and no moe trying to find buckets!!! To help clean up your operation today call 800833-2013. www.aeroflow.com or Fax 574-862-4669. t f n

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“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 staff dedicated and knowledgable includes ANGIE BANZ and RITA ETHRIDGE, both of whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application business. Give us a try, you might be suprised. Call 1 800 721-6733 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. t f n 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 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com .t fn

services Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 TFN Penderson Powder coating. Custom Colors and two tone available. For more information Call 706-604-4934 (01-12) Beautiful 2.73 ac wooded lot in upscale Pine Ridge Equestrian Estates, located in Citrus County, Florida only five miles from Crystal River. Covenants, 27 miles of horse trails, community center, pool and golf course. Nicer homes and mini-ranchettes. Zoning allows up to three horses and stables permitted on lot with your house. Horse trail borders back end of lot that is 298’ wide and 400’ deep on 3620 Stirrup Drive, Beverly Hills, Florida (Google it!). Public water and septic sewer. $64,900 Contact Bill Lavender 478-987-2250 bill@agairupdate.com. 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. $50,000 OBO, includes closing costs. 478.987.2250. 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 877924-5025 A tfn 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 t f n

EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940-902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal.net tfn Wanted to Buy Air Tractor AT-301 or AT-401, Ferriable Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com t f n

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Wheels up. PIM Aviation Insurance is one of the oldest and most experienced ag aviation insurance providers in the industry. We provide access to creative negotiation and problem solving for all your risk management needs. Our passion to keep you flying is deeply rooted, resulting in knowledgeable recommendations and cost-sensitive pricing. For a free, no-obligation quote, call 800.826.4442 or visit us online at www.pimi.com. Proud member of NAAA. tfn INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 63 Years Risk Management, Lowtime Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net.. t f n

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Ag Husky Wanted. Australian operator seeks a good low time T188C Cessna Ag Husky. Prefer low time, NIL accident history with good paint. Would also consider a good airframe without engine or prop. Please e mail details to geoff@ nqaviation.com.au (01-12)

!!Attention Thrush Owners!! North Star Aviation Inc is now the new STC holder of the Thrush Reinforce Leading Edge Skins. If you are getting ready to rebuild your Thrush wings due to AD09-26-11 or tired of bird strikes and ugly leading edges!! Now is the time to install North Star Aviations new Thrush heavy duty reinforced leading edge skins fully STC’d SA03518AT no Field approval required. For more Info contact Wendel or Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 wlambert@pld.com t f n

An extraordinary opportunity to own Kootenai Valley Flying Service., Inc., a well established, stable and exclusive North Idaho aerial and ground application business. This package includes a 1981 Air Tractor, ground sprayers, 3000’ grass runway and hangar, a 2760 sq ft home, 182+ acres and too many items and equipment to list. $1,225,000. Call Darlene or Joe at 800-669-3248 or email: darlene@pace-kerby.com (01-12) Successful established Mid-West aerial application business for Sale. modern hanger and chemical mixing building, 2-10,000 fuel tanks and pumps. local customer base, 100,000 acres plus. Currently using turbine aircraft. Please Send Mid West operation C/O AgAir Update P.O. Box 850 Perry GA 31069 or email blindads@agairupdate.com (01-12) Looking to buy successful, Established aerial applications business with growth potential and loyal customer base, 100,000+ annual acres preferred. Sent to Business Wanted C/O AgAir Update P.O. Box 850 Perry GA 31069, Fax 478-987-1836 or email blindads@agairupdate.com subject Business Wanted (01-12)

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Cascade Conversion for Thrush and Air Tractor. Fuel Saving, Cooler running, more power available. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 t f n 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 t f n Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc. --- Stainless spreaders. We repair all models including Transland and Swathmaster. Remember to bring your spreaders in for repair as early as possible. FOR SALE: Used Transland 10 inch Gate Spreader. Call for more information 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232. (01-12) 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. (tfn)

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Operation for Sale. Ten month season, irrigated Columbia Basin, Washington State--plenty of water and sun. Grow most crops. Established business 35 yrs., flying for 43 yrs. and time to move on. For sale as is, three Thrush piston aircraft, hangar ( 75 by 100) plus other buildings, apartment ( 1700 sq, ft.), all on 68 acres w/blacktop runway. Send Responses to WA Operation C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850, Perry Ga 31069 or Email: blindads@agairupdate. com subject WA operation, or fax 478-987-1836 (01-12) Flying service located south of Beedeville, Arkansas. Nice 1,800 ft paved strip with parallel burmuda strip, Late 90’s office, two large storage trailers, covered mixing area with ss vats and extra steel vat, large concrete/asphault loading pad, large newer vertical fuel with large electric pump, plenty of acres to build large hanger/hangers on. Base crop is rice, and there’s plenty of potential for someone starting. Send Response to AR Operations C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 or email blindads@ agairupdate.com Subject AR Operations (01-12) Great deal for small ag business in Oregon. 50x80 hangar on paved airstrip. With PA36 Piper Brave. $200,000 541296-4906 shearer@qnect.net (01-12)

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Central Nebraska operation seeking an experienced pilot to fill a permanent position. Only qualified pilots with previous herbicide experience and turbine time will be considered. Must have a minimum of 3 references. Great seat and great pay with a leading independent operation. Mail Responses to: Central NE operation C/O AgAir Update Po Box 850 Perry GA 31069 email: blindads@agairupdate.com subject: Central NE fax 478-987-1836 subject: Central NE (01-12) Ag Pilot looking for seat for 2012 season. 5600 hrs. Ag, 1700 hrs. 502 Air Tractor. Exp. with most all crops, (rice, cotton, corn ,soybeans) and GPS systems. Perfer Ar. Mo. rice area, but open to other offers. If you’re looking for a pilot that will get up early, stay late, and be there everyday, I’m your man. jmoore723@yahoo.com or call 731-676-7111 (01-12)

Midwestern Aerial Application business seeking qualified chief pilot/assistant manager Starting with 2012 application season. Retired business owner, A & P, & Turbine Air Tractor time a plus. Pay based on experience. Base pay, acreage pay,& benefits. Must have ability to work well with others. Scott Heinen with Heinen Brothers AG. 800-760-4964 ( 0 1 -12 ) Midwest Operation AT-602 pilot needed. Long term opportunity to Manage operation. resume to windmill@ bwtelcom.net (01-12) Resumes are now being Accepted for A&P near Arlington GA. PT6, Garrett and Thrush exp. and IA exp. a plus. Fax resumes to 229-725-5135 or email bruceandrews62@gmail. com ONLY! NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! (01-12)

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Experienced AG or fire suppression pilot for rotation employment in Colombia. Minimum requirements: 2000 fixed wing hours; 1000 flt hours AG or fire suppression; FAA Cass II Medical; Must speak to ACTFL Intermediate Low or IRL Level 1 Spanish proficiency. Background check required. E-mail resume to: EASTResume@ginl.state.gov. An Equal Opportunity Employer (01-12) Full time A&P or A&I needed for Mid-West Air Tractor maintenance shop. Applicate must be highly motivated and willing to work, especially during the spraying season. Shop is new with top of the line working conditions. Position available immediately. For more info, send resume to blindads@ agairupdate.com ( t f n )

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AT-802 IP needed at PAFB, FL. Minimum requirements: 2000 fixed wing hours; 1000 flt hours AG or fire suppression; FAA Class II Medical; CFII; Must speak to ACTFL Advance High or IRL Level 2+ Spanish proficiency. Background check required. E-mail resume to: EASTResume@ginl.state.gov. An Equal Opportunity Employer. (01-12)

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Tailwheel endorsements and time building in south Texas for aspiring ag-pilots. C-170 available for training and rental with discounts for block time. Contact Clyde at 956-202-2094 or mrclyde_2003@hotmail.com. t f n

Experienced AG pilot wanted for AT-502-34 or AT-40215. Herbicide experience required. Minimum acre guarantee, health Insurance, full benefits, herbicide bonus, paid apartment. Well established and professionally managed multi-plane full service ag-retail operation in ND. Please contact Allan or Gordon @ 701477-3711 or email akrech@wilburellis.com (01-12)

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Experienced Ag Pilot Available. Have Flown Most Ag Planes. 6,000 Hrs. in Cats. Phone 956-429-1312 or 281-829-7636 willhubbsjr@hotmail.com (01-12)

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Exp. 25+ year Ag Pilot with 9,000+ ag time looking for a Seat for 2012 Season in the Mid West. Has Herbicide exp. and Turbine time agflyer11@hotmail.com or call 813-395-2990 (01-12)

S.E.A.T. PILOT WANTED. Experienced AT-802 fire suppression pilot wanted for summer fire seasons in the USA. Send resume with detailed spray and fire experience. Include references from each industry with their contact information. Send to airstream13@hotmail.com (01-12)

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LIGHT - OVERHAUL 1.) A light overhaul does not increase the value of your engine as a zero TSO will. 2.) A light overhaul on average can make your aircraft worth $150,000.00 less than an aircraft with a zero TSO entry. Today we live in a world market and with the advent of the internet your trade has a good chance of spending its next life in a different country which requires an engine under TBO. 3.) A light overhaul does not address the whole engine, only specific parts that are called out in the work scope. Twenty years ago a light overhaul was called an IRAN, the only difference being that in most shops a IRAN consisted of looking at the whole engine (all of the parts). An IRAN was represented to be just that. Not to politicize the word overhaul, a low cost zero time overhaul consists of using overhauled parts and Pratt & Whitney vendors, as needed, in a low overhead shop where the savings could be passed on. We are a shop that has been overhauling PT6’s for over 30 years and that gives you one price and sticks to it. A light overhaul very seldom meets the advertised price. Remember, if meeting the price was the target, then some needed work would have to be left unaccomplished on a light overhaul. On a zero TSO overhaul every single part of the whole engine has to be addressed and returned to Pratt & Whitney overhaul spec’s. If you need a (Light overhaul?) Turbines, Inc. can do a proper IRAN at lower cost than any other shop. Turbines, Inc. was the very first shop to do IRANS on ag engines starting in 1981. And after more than 30 years, the same mechanics at Turbines, Inc. are doing them today. No disrespect intended, but some of the other shops were not in the PT6 business then and their present day mechanics were not even born yet. 4.) To sum it up, experience equates to lower pricing, better quality of work (safety & reliability), plus you have someone you can call who has operational experience. As a footnote, Turbines, Inc. has had a “137 certificate” since 1986 and operates three “500 gallon -34” airplanes. We understand the language you speak when you call us for advice or need help to get you going again. Most of the mechanics here are war veterans going back to the Vietnam era and are of that work ethic. We have always been known to tell the truth and we consider it a point of honor to stick by our quotes. If all of this raises any questions about light overhauls, IRANS, or Zero time engine overhauls, give me a call any time at 812-877-2587 or my cell phone at 812-249-0364.

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