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keep turning… in this issue Volume 36 Number 2 | February 2018
10 Pattern testing in Australia 12 GE Aviation announces first run of advanced turboprop engine 16 Pioneering ag-aviation in Brazil
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Find my friends Today, our industry is fortunate enough to have sophisticated GPS units that can track ag-aircraft in real time using the Internet. However, not all ag-aircraft have upgraded to this very valuable function. There was a time when not all ag-aircraft had a GPS unit, but that’s not true today. I believe it to be reasonable to expect the time will come when all ag-aircraft can be tracked in real time, even with a smartphone.
usual or the fields smaller, that we start to become concerned for the safety of the flight.
Actually, that prediction could be true today, if the operator so desired. For the iPhone there’s an app called “Find My Friends”. It is a free app that can be downloaded from the app store. I use it all the time, not to locate ag-aircraft, but for family use.
So, how does the pilot feel about being tracked by others at any time? Well, it is a simple matter for him to turn off the function when not flying. However, now somebody has to remember to turn it back on before a flight. I suppose that would be a good excuse to use a checklist.
The operator, ground crew, office personnel, or anyone that needs to know where a particular ag-plane is operating can install this app on their smartphone. Another smartphone, typically the pilot’s, can be in the aircraft. The ground based phone “requests” the aircraft based phone to allow it to follow and the aircraft based phone accepts. Now, as easy as opening and viewing the app, the ground based phone can see in real time exactly where the ag-aircraft is located, view it making the application or ferrying to or from the field. It is possible in some areas where there is a limitation of cell service, either not enough coverage or the aircraft could be too high, that this type of tracking will not work. However, usually it will. I know several operators that use the Find My Friends app. We all know there are times when an aircraft has been out a little too long, maybe the ferry distance was longer than
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I’m sure it would be comforting to the operator, or ground personnel, to be able at a moment’s notice, open the app and see the location of the aircraft. Should something unfortunate happen, with the satellite imagery used in this app it would be easy to find the last location of the aircraft.
Now that I have dropped the “P-word”, as in Pilot, it may be an opportunity to touch on a concern a pilot reader emailed me. The pilot wanted to know how could he bring up a maintenance issue without getting fired over it. To quote the email: “What is the best way for a hired pilot to voice his concerns about an operator cutting corners on aircraft maintenance without getting fired?” In the ag-aviation world, the term ‘maintenance’ takes on a different meaning than when used in general aviation. Sometimes, methods are adopted to keep an ag-aircraft in the air that would not be acceptable elsewhere. That’s not to say an operator should violate FAA regulations. My suggestion to the pilot is to use his personal judgement. Technically, he is responsible for the airworthiness of the aircraft he is flying. That could be taken to the extreme. If it was
me, I would act based on my perceived safety and how I felt the FAA would react towards me. I believe tolerance has to play into the decision. The end result, ‘let your conscience be your guide’. Getting fired is better than getting hurt, or worse, killed. Besides, if the corner cutting is to such a degree you fear for your safety, you are better off not working for the operator. To directly address the question, sit down with the boss and politely point out your concerns, then act accordingly. In closing, I was reading about aircraft sales and marketing for general aviation. The author said that if 15% or more of the market was for sale, then it was a “buyer’s market”. Hmmm... I wonder how that author figures out how much 15% of the market really is? It’s easy enough to count the number of ag planes for sale in AgAir Update’s classified section. The unknown is the total number of ag-aircraft in service. If there are 4,000 ag aircraft in the U.S. in service, then there would need to be about 600 for sale to be a buyer’s market. Even if there were only 2,000 ag aircraft in service, then there would need to be 300 for sale. Using the author’s calculation, I don’t see how there ever could be a “buyer’s market”; but what do I know? Until next month, Keep turning...
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agair mail POWERS - 20 YEARS Just saw your article in AAU about 20 years ago and the Powers brothers. I had no idea you knew Elbie Powers. He let me fly on his 137 certificate when I worked up in NC for a farmer in 2000. Also, I had no idea Gene was his brother but, I knew Elbie had a brother that flew as well. And, David Hill looks so young. He’s got a good business up in NE Arkansas. Jason Blanke Hannibal, MO Hello Jason Yep, been knowing the Powers brothers for a very long time, maybe 40 years or more.
Hello Al; No problem! Will be glad to do so. I sent extra copies to David Hill to forward to Gene, but now that I have Gene’s address, I’ll send a couple more with a personal note!—Bill
ARM CHAIR EXPERTS Gavin; Absolutely a great job by Francis Zera. I’m jealous! He’s good, both writer and photographer. The photos are fantastic! I posted on his comments page to that effect. And, you did really good relaying to him the positive of our industry. Thanks, —Bill www.airlinereporter.com/2017/11/bts-aerial-spraying/
Amazing how fast the last 20 years have slipped by! Enjoy your working vacation in Puerto Rico!—Bill
PAPA GENE Just spoke with Todd Powers who is the son of Mr. Gene Powers that is featured in your “Twenty Years Ago” section in January’s 2018 AgAir Update. Mr. Gene, or as he is known now as “Papa Gene”, is living with his son Todd in Florida. Papa Gene was very instrumental in helping a lot of us younger guys get along in this business and is a wonderful man. I’m sure if you could send him a copy of this issue it would mean a lot to him. Thanks, Al Allen Allen Aviation Aynor, SC
I’m glad you found it! Thank you very much for responding to the comments! I was very relieved you did.... Erin and I badly wanted to rebuttal but felt anything we would say could be taken as a bias statement being the subject mater was about us personally. It was awesome to see a third party expert in our industry respond to the “arm chair experts” on the internet! Thanks again, really glad you enjoyed it. Gavin Morse Warden, WA
BANANAS -20 YEARS AGO Greetings! Its been 20 years, how are you? Thank you for putting back the article about me,Davao banana industry.
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As I am looking at the article, a lot has changed. Odette, my doctor girlfriend before is now my wife, we have two girls, 9 and 4 years old. Air Services who used to serve Dole-Stanfilco is now Airwolf Aviation. I now own Aerowurkz Aviation, I can say a major player in the industry with 16 spray planes. We still rely on AAU for updates. We also have now air charter, medevac, FBO, and an approved aviation supply, supporting the flying school of my family.
I remember my first taste of raw fish (not sure if it was sushi) was dining with you and your girlfriend. I also remember the dive shop, rock climbing wall and your kindness to provide me a place to stay in an apartment of yours. I appreciate your invitation to return for a follow up visit. I think it would be interesting. There is a 50-50 possibility I will travel to China in April 2018. If I do, that may be a good time to stop for a visit with you for an article about ag spraying in the Philippines. I will keep this in mind and will let you know my plans many weeks in advance. Take care, —Bill
The dive shop will be 25 years in 2019 and also has grown into commercial diving for ships, power plants, etc. also expanded as prestige boats for boats, jet ski repair, parts, maintenance. Davao has since changed that the current president used to be the mayor of Davao. Davao has grown fast. The aerial spraying industry has changed a lot although a lot has remain the same. Maybe this would interest you of another visit for another article not of me, but of the industry, as a country. Thank you very much Best regards, Albert Y. Pingoy Philippines AYP Holdings Inc. www.aypholdings.com Hello Albert! I really regret miss seeing you in Long Beach in 2016 at the NAAA show. It sure has been a long time since we visited; 20 years to be exact! Amazing how time “flies”. You seem to be doing really well in Davao City region of the Philippines. Sixteen ag aircraft are a lot to manage.
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Pattern testing in Australia by Alan Corr NATA Education Director, Certified S.A.F.E. Analyst Agri-Spray Constulting agrisprayconsulting.com
My son, Carson, and I had the opportunity to spend five weeks in Australia last summer pattern testing aircraft. Everything had been lined up by Adam Hooper, Program Manager for the Aerial Application Association of Australia and after our arrival we spent a few days in Sydney recuperating from the long flight and then traveled to Griffith, New South Wales (NSW) for a day of assembling flight line equipment that we had decided not to ship to Australia. We spent two days of
(L-R) Alan Corr, Adam Ianson, Riley Payne, Hayden Bruce (Hazair)
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pattern testing with Ed Dowling, Thomson Aviation and Gerard Higgins, SkyCroppers. Mid-afternoon on the second day of testing, we were flown to Camperdown, Victoria by Brett Hislop, Border Air Services and spent the evening pattern testing his plane. We finished the various passes in Camperdown as it was getting dark and traveled back to the hangar to evaluate the string. When I plugged in my spectrometer, sparks flew, smoke filled the office and the spectrometer went dead. I still had a large number of aircraft to test in Australia, so I went to work on the machine. I was able to determine that the power converter had failed, but after electrocuting myself twice,
I felt it would be better to leave the repair job to someone more qualified than myself (someone that remembers to unplug it before working on it). After visiting with Dick Whitney in the U.S. throughout the night by phone, he was able to line up a new power supply and have it shipped to us. Early the next morning, Stephen Death of Hazair and Adam Hooper picked us up in Stephen’s Cessna 206 and we flew to Hazair in Aubury, NSW. Hazair’s Aircraft Maintenance person, Greg Burke quickly found parts and repaired the spectrometer, so we were up and running again. After a day of testing for Hazair and Ag Flite near Aubury, we were flown south by Mick Gribble to
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Benambra, Victoria where we froze while testing Mick’s aircraft. From Benambra, we traveled north throughout New South Wales pattern testing in Quirindi for Les Brown of Quirindi Air, then to Piallaway to test for Jono Middlebrook of Middlebrook Air Operations, then to Moree testing Ben Brazier at Aircair Aviation, Charlie Tootell at Precision Aerial Management and Brent Nottage with Helispecs. After two, busy days of testing in Moree, we traveled to St. George, Queensland to test for Jason O’toole at Balonne Airwork. Following twelve days of nothing but travel and pattern testing, we finally flew north to Cairns, Queensland for a four-day break on the beach. We elected not to go for a swim as there were signs along the beach warning the presence of salt water crocodiles. At the end of our break, we rented a car and drove a couple of hours inland to Atherton, Queensland where we tested planes for Hamish Jacob at Atherton Tableland Air Service. We then headed to the south coast for a full day of testing planes at Aerotech in Kent Town, South Australia. That evening, Aerotech held an informational meeting for their customers and conduced a canopy infiltration demonstration using a fluorescent dye comparing ground application to aerial application. The aerial application (at a much lower application rate) won the contest hands down.
Clockwise: Adam Sillivan, Aerotech; Dave Quinlan, Thomson Aviation; Scott Mackie, South East Air Ag and Glenn Adams, Alpine Airworks They utilize the latest application technology, high quality nozzles, well maintained aircraft and various safety practices. All were very hospitable and friendly. It was just like testing planes here in the U.S. except they don’t have my brand of beer! After being gone for five weeks, traveling well over 40,000 miles, testing 30 ag-aircraft,
completing over 300 passes and using over 10 miles of string, we finally arrived back home. We had a great time in Australia, met so many tremendous people and we were lucky enough to have an experience few people get to have. I truly appreciate the Aerial Application Association of Australia and its membership for making our trip so enjoyable!
Our next stop was all the way over to the west coast of Australia to test planes for Brad Jones, Bungulla Farming in Tammin, Western Australia and then south to Esparance where we spent a day testing for Scott Mackie of Southeast Air Ag. Scott gave us a tour of the Esparance area which is a beautiful place located right on the southern coast. We spent the night with Scott and his family and truly appreciated their hospitality! The final stop on our trip was back in Aubury where we dodged rain storms to test helicopters for John Murray with Forest Air Helicopters. We had a great time with John, but I could tell that Carson was getting tired of testing planes when he decided to pick a fight with a kangaroo that had wandered near the flight line. Carson did, however, run away from the fight. Each operation that Carson and I visited was a very high quality aerial application operation.
(L-R) Carson Corr, Mick Gribble (Alpine Airwork), Stephen Death (Hazair) staining next to Steve’s Transavia AirTruk
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GE Aviation announces first run of advanced turboprop engine Milestone accomplished on schedule; certification begins in 2018 PRAGUE—GE Aviation’s Advanced Turboprop engine, the first cleansheet turboprop engine to hit the Business and General Aviation (BGA) market in more than 30 years, successfully completed its first engine test run at GE Aviation’s facility in Prague, Czech Republic, on Friday (December 22). “Running the Advanced Turboprop engine this year was our biggest and most important goal,” said Brad Mottier, vice president and general manager of GE Aviation’s BGA and Integrated Systems organization. “This milestone comes as a result of two years of tremendous effort by a worldwide team. We’re developing a real catalyst for the BGA market and we’re executing on plan. The integration of proven technologies has expedited the design, development and certification cycle of the engine.” The Advanced Turboprop engine will begin certification testing in 2018. The engine will power Textron Aviation’s new Cessna Denali, which is
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The Advanced Turboprop team prepares for first engine run at GE Aviation’s facility in Prague. expected to fly in late 2018. By the time the Denali enters into service, the engine will have completed more than 2000 hours of testing. “The continued testing will generate valuable data from the engine and validate the aerodynamics, mechanics, and aerothermal systems,” said Paul Corkery, general manager for GE Aviation Turboprops. “With the engine run and most of the individual component testing completed, early indications show that we will meet or exceed all the performance numbers we have quoted for the engine.” The new 1,240 SHP-rated Advanced Turboprop engine is in the family of turboprop engines aimed at BGA aircraft in the 1,000-1,600 SHP range. With 79 new technologies introduced, the engine offers a portfolio of advanced technology, as well as unparalleled performance and efficiency. The Advanced Turboprop engine features an industry-best 16:1 overall pressure ratio, enabling the engine to achieve as much as 20 percent lower fuel burn and 10 percent higher cruise power compared to competitor offerings in the same size class. At 4,000 hours, it offers 33 percent more time between overhaul than its leading competitor. When installed on the Denali, these engine efficiencies allow for a larger cabin experience with a comfortable 6000-foot cabin altitude at a 30,000-foot cruising altitude, as well as class-leading low cost of operation compared to smaller aircraft in the category. The Advanced Turboprop engine’s proven technology developed from GE’s large commercial and regional engines has reduced engine development risk and timing. It is the first turboprop engine in its class to introduce two stages of variable stator vanes and cooled high-pressure turbine blades, proven technologies developed by GE in its large commercial engines and flown more than 1.3 billion
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Since Mottier unveiled the Advanced Turboprop engine at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Convention in November of 2015, GE Aviation has committed more than $400 million in development costs for the engine. GE also finalized an agreement with the Czech government to build its new turboprop headquarters for development, test and engine-production in the Czech Republic. When complete and at full production rate, this new facility is expected to have 500 additional employees. GE Aviation Czech has already added around 180 jobs, with another 80 expected in 2018.
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Pioneering ag-aviation in Brazil by Bill Lavender
In 1995, José Paulo Rodrigues Garcia formed Garcia Aviação Agrícola in Ribeirão Preto after 17 years of ag-flying experience. Wanting something different for his flying service than the norm in Brazil, he bought a Piper Pawnee PA-25 from Mid-Continent Aircraft Sales and Service in the EUA. To make the aircraft and his company’s service unique, he
Garcia and the author remember AgAir Update’s visit 17 years ago.
flew the Pawnee to Air Repair in Mississippi to have a Satloc GPS unit installed, the first for a Brazilian ag-operation, before ferrying the aircraft home to Ribeirao Preto. By the third year in business, Garcia’s operation had grown to a fleet of two Pawnees and a radial engine Thrush. The Garcia fleet has transitioned over the years from Thrush and Pawnees to three AT401s and today a Pawnee, turbine AT-402, PZL Turbine Kruk and the R44 helicopter. The sugar cane factories insisted on the use of a helicopter to treat fields that are often as small as one quarter hectare. These applications are charged an hourly rate. When I visited Garcia in 2001, sleeping overnight in one of his hangars that provided a bunk, Garcia asked that I fly his Pawnee with winglets, the only one of its kind in the world. When I flew the winglet Pawnee from
José Paulo Rodrigues Garcia with his AT-402 and R44 at Garcia Aviação Agrícola in Ribeirão Preto. Garcia’s airstrip, he said, “Bill, do not lose sight of the runway, as you will be flying over an ocean of sugarcane.” He was correct. On the same land that was once owned by the family of world famous Santos Dumont,
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The Trichogramma galloi wasp that hatch from the eggs applied by Garcia Aviação Agrícola’s Piper Pawnee PA-25. arguably the first person to fly, Garcia had built a 3,000 foot ANAC approved runway from which he flew for sugarcane farmers in the region. During those early years, Garcia flew almost exclusively over sugarcane fields. However with the economic changes in Brazil affected by the reduction in the production of alcohol from the sugarcane plant, Garcia flies over a variety of crops. One very unique aspect, being of the pioneering type person, over 60% of Garcia’s applications are for organic crops, sugarcane and some soybeans and
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This type of application was developed by Garcia and local researchers. Last year 8,000 hectares were treated with great success. This year it is expected that over 10,000 hectares will be treated in this manner. It felt very good to return to my friend Garcia’s operation after 17 years. There were a couple of new hangars added and a helicopter service center, as well. Garcia was an innovator seventeen years ago with his winglet Pawnee and the first ag-operation to use GPS units. Today, his innovation has not slowed down. Garcia Aviação Agrícola is operating a helicopter to please its sugarcane clients, expanding organic crop applications and the exploring the application of wasp eggs by aircraft to control insects.
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Garcia Aviação Agrícola family: Wife Joana Leal and José Paulo Rodrigues Garcia with their pilots and agricultural technicians. From left to right: Estéfani and Leandro (technicians); Fabiano, Celso and Reynaldo (pilots).
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Don Taylor, beyond the typical ag-pilot stereotype His passion for flying is very obvious, but he is also very methodical and can always easily explain the airplane’s reaction. I know that because when I converted my Brazilian pilot’s license in USA, he was the flight instructor who gave me the biannual flight review endorsement. But more than that, he gave me lots of great advice. And for sure, I learned from him things that I’ll never forget. Like, “The one thing that is constant in aviation is gravity!” Now, I have the pleasure to tell you a little bit about his aviation career and history. Don Taylor was born December 2, 1933 in California and lived in a farming area. At the age of eight years old he was driving a bulldozer and at twelve he started to learn flying from his dad. Don’s father was a pilot too and he flew until he was 85 years old. After WWII, the U.S. government sold surplus airplanes and his dad bought a BT13 for $800 dollars. At 13 years old, Don was like his dad’s auto pilot, holding the altitude and tracking low frequency radio beacons, which was very hard to do. In 1946, VOR was the super new technology and it took him awhile to figure out how to use the system. He volunteered for the Korean War in 1950 and was sent to Northern Italy and Austria. That war lasted for three years and he was discharged
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from army in 1956. He went on to earn his Commercial Pilot’s License through the GI bill. At that time, Don and his dad kept an airplane at the airport, so he would fly and watch the spray planes. When Don was 32 years old and and farming with his dad, who was hard to work for, he left home when a local crop duster offered him a job. The same guy helped him earn his CFI rating and he started working as flight instructor. By the way, he’s still instructing to this day and I can tell from my experience that he is a great flight instructor! There’s more; he has an A&P license with Inspection Authority (IA). In 1965, Don started working as a spray pilot flying a Stearman that today is still his favorite airplane, even with lots of hours in all types of different aircraft. Among the many things he learned with the Stearman one is, “Listen to the airplane.” Don made a modification to the Stearman that made it an even better ag-aircraft. He moved the top wing forward so the angle of incidence decreased and made the stall speed lower and more predictable. Don remembered a story from that time when he and Jack, the other spray pilot, were spraying a nut tree farm that had a power line running diagonally through it. Jack liked going where nobody went before and Don was following him. They were spraying close to a river bottom. Jack made a pass underneath the wire and Don made the same decision, but then he realized there was a tree in his way. He was
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One time, Don went to the Thrush factory to pick up a new turbo Thrush. He was flying over Texas at 500 feet when he saw a shadow and then, two F-102 fighters were flying just beside him. At the time, George Bush Jr was flying that type of airplane in Texas, so maybe it was him, waving to our legend. Later, Don was flying from the Grand Canyon Airport ferrying an ag-plane to California. He had filled up the wings’ fuel tanks and hopper with fuel. Before landing, he had been going along Highway 395 and as usual that time of the year, it was snowing. Don knew California was open and clear. So, when a Baron took off climbed through a hole, he followed him. When he climbed through the hole there was just mountains with no place to land. Somehow he made it over them. But, he learned a valuable lesson and would never do it again.
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Yvonne must be doing really fine. When I saw them together, they were both in very good shape physically and had lots of energy and a great sense of humor. Don was also awarded the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award in June 2008; which is the most prestigious award presented by the FAA to pilots who have exhibited professionalism, skill and aviation expertise for at least 50 years while piloting aircraft. There’s a question that I always ask of these legends and that’s when I get out my ‘gold coin’, like something that I always keep on my mind. I feel blissful sharing these treasures. So, here we go!
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NAAA seeks operator and pilot participation for 2018 industry survey NAAA is getting ready to conduct its 2018 Survey of Part 137 Operators and Pilots. It has been six years since the association conducted its last comprehensive industry survey, and now more than ever NAAA needs current and accurate data about what is happening in the aerial application industry. A separate set of questions will be presented to operators and pilots. The information gathered in this survey is used to highlight the scope, importance and professionalism of the agricultural aviation industry. It is also used to counter theoretical overestimates of risk that federal agencies, such as the EPA, might make about aerial applications because of the actual data collected from survey responses. Results are also used to highlight potential threats to the future of the industry, such as towers and drones. The 2018 survey contains questions about acres and crops treated, number of aircraft, drift mitigation techniques, wind turbines and met towers, drone encounters, health and additional important topics. Many of the questions in the 2018 survey are the same as those in the 2012 survey. This allows NAAA to track changes in the industry, which is beneficial for showing the adoption of technologies and techniques that improve accuracy and safety. As an example, recently the EPA has accepted that GPS is the dominant means of swath guidance in agricultural aviation and that human flaggers are no longer used. In late January, NAAA sent Part 137 operators a letter, an email or both inviting them to participate in the survey. Email invitations also went out to member and non-member ag pilots in NAAA’s database. The invitations included a web address or a link directly to the survey. The survey is web-based on a secure website. The response to the first question
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asking if you are an owner/operator of a business that holds a Part 137 certificate will either direct you to the operator or pilot set of questions. Operators should answer questions taking into account their entire operation. Pilots should answer based on the aircraft they usually fly. Completing the survey should take no longer than about 20 minutes. Completing this survey will help the industry communicate with farmers, constituents and policy makers and further inform decision makers. As in the 2012 aerial application industry survey, NAAA will be summarizing the results and sharing them with the industry.
Please dedicate a few minutes to respond to the survey when you receive an invitation. Operator and pilot participation is vital. The higher the response rate, the more valid the results, and the stronger our voice. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of documenting the importance of agricultural aviation and provide the information needed to protect the future of our great industry. If you are an ag pilot or operator in the U.S. and did not receive an invitation or have any problems completing the survey, please email NAAA’s contractor, Tim Struttmann, at tim. struttmann09@gmail.com.
BASF continues support of Operation S.A.F.E. in 2018 Collaboration with NAAA incentivizes aerial applicators to participate in S.A.F.E. Fly-Ins NAAA is pleased to announce that BASF has renewed its commitment to offer financial incentives to NAAA members who participate in Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-In clinics in 2018. This is a continuation of a program BASF initiated in 2010 in collaboration with NAAA to provide financial support for participating aerial applicators that can be used toward membership in NAAA or for new spray equipment. Complete details are specified in the official program rules, but in essence, aerial application operators can earn a $225 incentive to be used to help subsidize either 2018 NAAA operator membership dues or up to $225 of the cost of purchasing new nozzles and/or tips for each eligible aircraft that they pattern test at an Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-In. Pilots participating in an Operation S.A.F.E.
Fly-In may be eligible to receive a $170 rebate that would reimburse them for nearly the full cost of their NAAA membership dues. The eligibility period for BASF’s incentive program encompasses Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-Ins offered between Oct. 1, 2017, and Sept. 30, 2018. The goals of the Aerial Application Equipment and NAAA Membership Program are to encourage operators and pilots to: • Pattern test their aircraft at an Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-In • Provide an incentive to equip eligible aircraft with new nozzles and/or tips • Encourage membership in NAAA • Promote aerial application optimization and stewardship
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Although it is not necessary to be an NAAA member at the time of the Operation S.A.F.E. calibration clinic, the participant must become an NAAA member before applying for and being granted approval for the rebate. The operator or pilot must also be sure that the Operation S.A.F.E. analyst has his complete and correct information so that the analyst can provide that information to NAAA for submission to BASF. The operator or pilot must complete the application and send it to BASF to be reimbursed for a portion of his 2018 membership dues or submit receipts to receive a rebate for nozzles and/or tips purchased for the aircraft. Submissions must be received by the rebate program’s auditor no later than Oct. 15. Payments will be made on or about Dec. 15, 2018. Please visit AgAviation.org/basfincentive for complete details about the program and to download the application for reimbursement. The Aerial Application Equipment and NAAA Membership Program is part of BASF’s ongoing stewardship efforts for aerial applicators and the safe and proper application of its products. Visit plant-healthpilots.com for a variety of resources BASF provides aerial applicators. NAAA and NAAREF encourage operators and pilots to measure and calibrate each spray system every 24 months or after any modification is made to the aircraft, the distribution system or flight procedures that could significantly affect the swath profile. Operation S.A.F.E. calibration clinics are held regularly throughout the year and can be sponsored by a state association or company. Operation S.A.F.E. clinics NAAA is aware of are listed on the event calendar at AgAviation.org.
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If you aren’t a member yet, the single-most effective way you can address the range of critical issues facing your business is by joining NAAA. The payoff far exceeds what you will spend in dues in the form of effective advocacy, national representation, education and safety programs and the personal connections you will make as you participate in association activities. To join, call 202-5465722 or visit AgAviation.org/membership.
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As the 2017 year has come to a close, we have finally had a chance to take a breath and look forward to the upcoming year. We cross our fingers hoping that the tides turn our way in our ag-aviation industry and have a safe and prosperous new year. I’ve been working in the industry since 1992, and have met many new friends along the way. As I mentioned to my co-worker Denise the other day, the convention season is like having a family reunion with our agaviation friends and vendors being like a second family. As someone mentioned “I guarantee you if you were stranded in any area of the
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From Conflict Films comes this awesome documentary about aerial application. Set over the course of the four seasons, camera crews follow Australian operators and give an insight into the world of aerial application. From Conflict Films: “Imagine a profession where flying 5 feet off the ground around tree’s and under powerlines is a daily occurrence. Highly Skilled and trained pilots fly into raging bush fires to help control the blaze. Everyday this group of professionals quietly go about their job helping to feed and protect our nation. This is the story of aerial application and the four seasons the industry relies and revolves around.”
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Very rare photo of Waco 10 spraying with flagman near Vineland, New Jersey, in 1937. The plane was owned by Faulkner Air Service and flown by Joe Toth.
Records show that this fight actually began in 1942 and 1943, when small spraying programs were undertaken as the moth began to create more damage. DDT programs were eventually phased out, but gypsy moth spray programs continued using Sevin, a less controversial pesticide.
Pioneer ag pilot Jim Stewart who flew for Wilson Faulkner of Vineland, New Jersey, in the 1930s, shown working on a propeller for Stearman C3B.
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Garry Joe Girdley passes Garry Joe Girdley, 61, of Keiser, AR went to be with our Lord and Savior January 6, 2018 in Etowah, AR. He was born December 2, 1956 to Melvin W. and Gertrude Girdley.
was to bring more people to know Jesus Christ. He was the apostle of Crop Dusters United; members of the group said that he lived his life according to Matthew 28.19.
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Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years: Debbie Girdley of Keiser, AR; daughters: Marci (Cody) Moore of Nolensville, TN and Molli Girdley of Keiser, AR; sister: Claudia (Dan) Sisco of Houlka, MS; brothers: Boat Jr. (Laura) Girdley of Etowah, AR and Ernie (Polly) Girdley of Etowah, AR; grandsons: Manning ‘’Joseph’’ Moore and McCarty Moore of Nolensville, TN; several nephews and nieces and his very devoted friend Mike Broughman. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister: Brenda (Girdley) May. Pallbearers: Henry Morgan, Hank Morgan, Burch Milano, Keith Weathers, Ernie Girdley, Boat Girdley Jr., Travis Senter, Keith Warren, Alan Beach and Kyle Boyd.
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Temporary worldly wisdom compared to God’s eternal wisdom “The foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men” (1 Corinthians 1:25). Paul is not saying there is any foolishness, nor any kind of weakness in God. Paul is being sarcastic; anyone who thinks God is foolish or weak doesn’t know anything about God. Many people ask God “Why did You allow this to happen.” That’s a very foolish question—those people are actually saying they know better than God.
any human can understand. The difference between the totality of all human wisdom and the simplest truths of God is infinity. The power and wisdom of Jesus Christ dying on a wooden cross to save sinners is infinitely beyond all human wisdom and power. God hid these things from the wise and prudent people of this world (Matthew 11:25). “The fear (reverence) of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge” (Psalm 111:10).
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Worldly wisdom has helped make life healthier and easier for billions of people “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him” (James 1:5). There’s lots of difference between the wisdom of God and the knowledge of mankind. Human knowledge and intellect cannot bring a person to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior—God’s supernatural wisdom can! (1 Corinthians 1:18-31). “But where can wisdom be found? And where is the place of understanding? Man does not know its value, nor is it found in the land of the living…Behold, the fear of the Lord,
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whether Jehovah was God or Baal was God (1 Kings 18:21). And like the people of Paul’s day who were sacrificing to demons and then going to the Lord’s Table (1 Corinthians 10:18-22). People who want God’s blessings but also want the pleasures and things of this world are like the lukewarm people that the Lord will spew out of His mouth because they are neither hot nor cold (Revelation 3:14-22). The one who doubts God, debates and argues with God, wavers in his trust of God, and isn’t solidly committed to the Lord, will not receive anything from God. That type of person characterizes an unbeliever or a weak doubtful Christian who is acting like an unbeliever. “He is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways” (James 1:8). The word “double-minded” comes from the Greek word “dipsychos.” The “di” means two and the “psycho” means soul, meaning “two souled” or double-minded. A mind that is divided between God and the world, vacillating between trusting in Jesus Christ and trying to be a friend of the world. John said, “Do not love this world” (1 John 2:15-17). James 4:4 says, “Friendship with the world is enmity with God.” John Bunyan, in his book Pilgrims Progress, called this type of person Mr. FacingBoth-Ways—a person who is unstable in all areas of life. He/she doesn’t have enough faith to set their own worldly wisdom and doubts aside and seek God’s supernatural wisdom. True stability comes to the people who, by faith, come to God with their problems, knowing that God will provide what we need to go through even the worst of trials. God’s eternal wisdom, or your temporary wisdom—it’s your choice!
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It’s no secret that Cuba is a Communist country and that the United States has imposed an economic embargo since the 1960s. Whether this embargo is effective or practical would be a political discussion that really doesn’t fall within the scope of this article. What is of note is that Cuba does have an aerial application industry and its discussion is the purpose of this article. It is illegal for an American to travel to Cuba, as provided by the U.S. Treasury department, unless certain criteria are met. One of these criteria is you must be a full-time journalist of a bona fide news reporting agency or publication. That is the rule that myself, Pat Kornegay and Ret Orsmond entered the country legally and actually brought back Cuban Cohiba cigars within the auspices of the law! The penalties otherwise are severe; $250,000 fine and up to 10 years in prison and/or confiscation of personal aircraft. Because the law wasn’t explicit as AgAir Update would have liked, and even though the Cuban government issued a permit for our aircraft to land at the José Marti Airport in Havana, we elected to not push the issue and flew in and out via Nassau aboard a Cuban aircraft. The short of it is, if you are a “journalist”, as much as I hate to use that term, you can travel legally to Cuba. That’s not to say that many Americans
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The country is sectioned into six operational areas across the island. In each region a main base of operation is established with satellite strips. At each main base the facility is equipped to perform maintenance and administrative operations. All airstrips, including satellite strips, utilize a half-mile hard surface runway. One hundred hour inspections are required of the aircraft. Major maintenance is performed based on the condition and need of that particular aircraft. The Russian AN-2 can carry 1200 liters of fuel (about 300 gal.). During ag operations the AN-2 is loaded with about 600 liters of fuel and burns about 180 liters per hour. The aircraft service an area of about 25
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kilometers (15 miles) from each base strip before branching out to a satellite strip. The AN-2s and M-18s run from 800-1000 hours between overhauls always using 100 octane av gas. There are two overhaul shops in Cuba to handle the engine overhaul requirements of ENSA. Of the two aircraft (AN-2 and M-18) used for aerial applications in Cuba, the AN-2 is by far the most popular. The AN-2 requires two pilots and the typical season involves about 350 hours of flight time for the aircraft. The pilots average about 60 hours flight time monthly, including hours flown for the air taxi operations that are flown in separate AN-2 aircraft than those used for spraying operations. Typical loads for the AN-2 are 1300 liters or 1300 kgs; for the M-18 1500 liters/1500 kgs. Human flaggers are used to mark the fields. Micronair rotary atomizers and Tee Jet nozzles spraying at 15-30 liters/hectare (1.5-3 gallons/acre) are used primarily. The Tee Jet arrangement consists of 54 nozzles giving a 30-meter swath with either aircraft. Typical spraying equipment used on AN-2s in Cuba. Nozzles are Tee-Jets with drop tubes. Rotary atomizers are Micronair. Pump system, hopper and spreader are Russian.
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“mini-physical” where their vital signs are checked. If toxic applications have been made by the pilot for three days in a row, then the pilot is relieved for a minimum of eight hours. ENSA considers itself a “private” company. It bills for its services to the growers with a credit limit of 90 days, although the growers are “ supplemented” by the government. The other faction of ENSA, Aerotaxi, is its air taxi operation. It caters to the tourist trade in Cuba utilizing the AN-2, often with a Cuban ag pilot at the controls.
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Although work hours are typically structured in communist countries, not so is the case for the ag pilots. The aerial applications are made when necessary including early morning applications for wind and temperature considerations. Each day pilots must pass a
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Decoding Operation S.A.F.E. fly-in reports by John Garr, Alan Corr, and Jerry Green of GarrCo Products
Operation S.A.F.E. clinics are an excellent way for ag aviators to access spray application experts and learn how to set up their aircraft for uniform and effective applications. If you have a new airplane or have not had your planes tested recently, it is a good idea to attend a clinic soon. Before going, we recommend you watch the National Agricultural Aviation
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describes your spray pattern, as measured by the string, and the other describes your droplet size, as measured by the water sensitive cards.
Spray pattern report
The first thing to look at in the pattern analysis report is the aircraft speed and elevation, usually determined for all three passes. These measurements should confirm that you are flying the way you intend.
Each liquid test or series consists of three passes over the flight line. Two reports are generated at an Operation S.A.F.E. clinic: one
The target rate is the gallons per acre (GPA) spray volume that the applicator is wanting to apply. Computer software calculates the GPA based on nozzle flow rate, number of nozzles, ground speed, boom pressure, and swath width. A fluorometer analyzes the amount of dye deposited across a string to determine the uniformity of the spray pattern. The graphs show the pattern for each pass as if you are looking at the rear of the aircraft, so the left side of the graph is the left side of the aircraft.
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You should start by examining the average pattern. Make sure it looks uniform with no holes or spikes that would cause a nonuniform application. If you see a problem spot, check the individual patterns to see if it occurs in all three passes. A consistent pattern problem is likely an issue with aircraft setup. You will need to examine the aircraft and adjust nozzle placement configuration to correct the issue. If you only see a pattern problem in a single pass, then it is more likely the issue could have been caused by the wind or how the aircraft was flown. Two graphs show how uniform deposition is across the field using the averaged spray pattern and a selected swath width. One graph shows the spray deposition and CV (coefficient of variation) for a racetrack application. The other graph shows the spray deposition and CV for a back and forth application. The CV is a statistical measure that indicates the relative variation in the volume across the pattern. The fly-in software calculates the CV based on the average pattern and specified
swath width. The lower the CV, the more uniform the deposition is. A CV of 0 would indicate a perfectly uniform application. The CV should be less than 20 percent. If your CV is high, there are two likely causes. The first is that the effective swath width is not appropriate. You may be trying to make a too wide or too narrow swath. The S.A.F.E. report shows what happens to your CV as you widen or narrow up your swath width. The swath table contains calculated GPA rates, and racetrack and back-and-forth CVs for a range of swaths, which allow the pilot to determine how increasing or decreasing swath width will impact the uniformity of deposition. The second reason for a high CV is large spikes or gaps in your spray pattern. Determine what caused the pattern to be non-uniform, correct it, and then retest the aircraft.
Droplet size report
Water-sensitive cards measure the droplet size. Usually, seven cards are spread parallel to the string in 8-foot increments on the last pass. A negative card number on the report indicates the position to the left of the center of the aircraft, and a positive number indicates
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the fewer number of fine droplets and the less risk of drift. VD(0.9): Ninety percent of the spray volume contains droplets less than or equal to this diameter expressed in microns, ten percent are equal or larger. For example, if your VD(0.9) was 600, then 90 percent of the spray volume were droplets 600 microns and smaller, and 10 percent was larger. The larger the VD(0.9), the less potential for drift. Bigger droplets will penetrate into thick canopies better than smaller droplets. Proper adjuvant selection will improve deposition and help ensure droplets will not bounce off and retained on the leaves. Knowing the pesticide mode-of-action helps determine the appropriate droplet spectrum. Spread factor is used to determine the actual droplet size created by the nozzle and not the size of the stain on the water-sensitive cards. When water spray droplets land on the water-sensitive cards, they usually spread. In addition, many tank-mixed ingredients such as surfactants, oils and pesticide products can cause spray droplets to spread even more. In a commercial application, oil adjuvants,
including oil drift adjuvants, can cause droplets to spread on spray card and make it appear the spray droplets were larger than what they actually were in the air if the spread factor is not taken into account. The Deposition versus Distance graph indicates the GPA deposition across the spray pattern. The Coverage versus Distance graph indicates the percentage of card surface covered by droplets across the spray pattern. These graphs provide similar information as the string analysis – a visual representation of the spray pattern. Preference should be given to the string analysis in measuring pattern uniformity because the string measures the amount of spray multiple times for every inch of string while the water sensitive cards only measure the amount of spray every 8 feet. The % Vol. Histogram of Droplet Diameters shows the spray volume contained in various droplet size ranges. The # Drops Histogram is the corresponding graph that shows the number of droplets in various ranges. The report contains information for each card that verifies uniform droplet size across the spray pattern. The first step in analyzing the
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Joe’s dog was currently safely sequestered at home. He, of course, would be grounded for a spell to try and live down his bad dog excursion and could possibly be facing a visit to the veterinarian. The loose, lady dog down the street was grudgingly returned to her owner and warned to stay away from Joe’s dog. Or, else! The propeller looked great. You could hardly tell if there had ever been any sort of rock ding anywhere along the length and tips of all three blades. It was thing of beauty. I shook Joe’s hand. “Thanks! I really appreciate it.” He smiled and nodded. “No problem, it’s what I do,” he said turning the propeller 360 degrees to evaluate his work. “But I’ll tell you what…” He warned, pointing his file again. “If that (female dog word) has puppies, it ain’t my fault!” Roger that, Joe. Roger that. Fly well, and Stay safe!
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Hammerhead turns We all know of some ag pilots who make hammerhead turns and maybe you are one of those who do make these hammerhead turns. It is my contention that those ag pilots who continue to make turns like this, will one day not be able to pull out of the dive in time and the ground will rise up and smite them a fatal blow. Too bad.
a hammerhead turn, the airplane will suddenly and without warning snap-roll to the inverted position. When this happens at 600-700’ agl, there is very little chance of recovering control of the airplane. I do know of one case where the pilot was able to get the airplane rightside-up by stomping a rudder pedal a split second before the airplane slammed into the ground. He hit so hard that the airplane did not slide 20 feet from the initial point of contact with the ground. The fuselage broke in half and both wings broke at the fuselage and hit the ground. The pilot survived, but sustained very serious injuries.
Once I overheard two of our students talking and using hand gestures about an ag pilot that one of them knows who continuously pulls his AT-502 nearly vertical, kicks a rudder and falls right back onto his next swath. The student’s obvious admiration for this seasoned ag pilot really bothered me. In Wayne Handley’s excellent film, Turn Smart, he demonstrates a hammerhead turn. In my opinion, he should not have IT’S ALL ABOUT AIR! included this in an otherwise, outstanding training film. Still, I do have all of my students watch this film. It’s my opinion that making hammerhead turns all day is like playing Russian Roulette. The odds are in your favor, that you will make a THRUSH 510P Balance successful hammerhead turn, just like the odds are in your Mount/Pressure Cowl favor the live cartridge will not Proven Performance Increase line up with the firing pin of Pressure Cowls your revolver. But, just keep on all models of Air Tractor & Thrush spinning the cylinder. BANG!
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Getting help The New Year can bring great expectations but also great pressure. Coming on the heels of the holiday season, combined with shorter days, more darkness, and possibly cold or bad weather, the start of a new year can be extra stressful. Feeling overwhelmed at this time of year is not unusual. In fact, I’d say that not feeling a bit overwhelmed is unusual. You are not alone. At this time of year, and at other times in our lives, many of us have felt the need to reach out to a member of our personal support system or perhaps a professional. However, due to the stigma associated with any kind of mental health treatment, many of us try to cope with difficult situations on our own instead of seeking help from a counselor or therapist. So what is the situation for pilots, who need to meet a higher medical fitness standard than the general population?
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Seeing the words “pilot” and “mental health” in the same sentence tends to make people uncomfortable. Most people remember the GermanWings 9525 crash in 2015, an event that caused civil aviation authorities and aerospace medical professionals all over the world to re-examine how they handle issues related to mental health. Not surprisingly, this level of attention might make pilots reluctant to seek any kind of mental health assistance. This fear isn’t new. We know that some pilots have long believed that they face a choice between being a pilot or getting help. Here’s what I want you to take from this article: Getting the help you need does not prevent you from holding a medical certificate, and help is not automatically disqualifying.
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Whether it’s an acute stress buildup or a more chronic issue, finding someone to talk to can be very helpful. Your first step might be a call to your primary care physician. This provider will be familiar with you and with the resources in your area, and thus able to suggest some good options. If a few sessions with a mental health professional can help you resolve the issue, that’s fine. If you feel it is helpful to regularly see a professional, that’s fine too. In fact, several airlines have even set up Pilot Assistance Programs and peer support groups to help. My point is that seeking help is a good thing.
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As I noted earlier, there are times many of us will need help. Though the information in this article may not be relevant to you, it could be relevant to a friend or hangar mate. I encourage you to share this information with those who need it. Perhaps just knowing that talking to a professional is not a situation that needs to be reported would encourage that person to get help. The priority for everyone involved in the NAS is safety, and being both physically and mentally healthy is a big part of that. As a reminder, follow the recommended IMSAFE pre-flight personal checklist: I – Illness M – Medication S – Stress A – Alcohol F – Fatigue E – Emotion The “S” and the “E” refer exactly to what I have been saying — assess your stress level and emotional response before flying and get help when necessary. And when appropriate, do not fly.
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1988 AT-301 in excellent condition. 7500 hrs TTSN. Strong running Younkin 1340 engine w/750 hrs SOH in July 2016. Overhauled carburetor, propeller governor, and fuel pump in July 2016. 0 (ZERO!) since IRAN on 23D40 prop (Memphis propeller, Dec 2017). Prop AD will need to be complied with 5 yrs from now. Wing AD was complied with in Dec. 2016 500 hrs ago by Georges out of Texas, one of the best AT repair stations in the US. No eddy currents or other inspections, other than visual, will be needed for 3000 hrs and gives you 6500 hrs until the wings will need to be done again. Fuselage is in excellent condition. 1988 is the last year of the 301 and this aircraft is only a few serial numbers from the end. When the plane was at Georges, it was found that there was a 401 fuselage instead of a 301 fuselage on the plane from the factory. It is theorized that the factory ran out of 301 fuselages and grabbed a 401 instead. The fuselage is in perfect condition with all reinforcements factory installed. There is no sign of corrosion anywhere and you are encouraged to bring your flashlight and check it out. New battery installed Dec 2016. The spray system is in top condition. New booms (Dec 2017) from Transland have never had chemicals in them. The CP-03 nozzles & check valves have been overhauled with new seals & O-rings. New Agrinautics spray pump (Dec 2017) coupled to a Lane electric fan/ brake. Backup spray pump as a spare will be included in the sale. Transland spray valve, loader valve, and 2” quick coupler overhauled Dec 2017. Everything in the spray system is new or freshly overhauled so you will not have any problems in the coming season. I have taken this system over the string and the setup is in great spraying configuration. Included with the sale is a Transland SwathMaster spreader. Currently the plane has an Ag-Nav Platinum GPS w/flow control, but I would like to sell the plane with a Satloc Bantam w/Intelliflow system & L7 lightbar. Other features: Single point fueling, StormCutters (Hersey Flying Service, STC, new April 2016) Tires, brake rotors & brake linings have only 30 hours on them, New tail wheel tire, Collins A/C, Smoker, New spark plugs installed, New life limited bolts in the landing gear & tail, 325 gal hopper, Set up for a handheld radio plugging into the external mounted antenna. (Easy 20+ mile transmitting range, and 60+ reception range), 126 gal fuel tanks, All glass in good condition, Windshield washer, Up to date Weight & balance, equipment list & AD list. All placards installed. Will pass an FAA inspection no sweat. Included with sale are all of my spare parts to keep you going, worth about $10,000. See attached spec sheet for a list. Come out and look at this plane. I guarantee you will not be disappointed by a trip to see this plane, as everyone has commented on how clean and top condition this aircraft is in. Exceptional buy at $139,500 and I can deliver the plane for expenses. Call 406-239-8377. 2007 AT-802A-0259, N4265D, -67AG, 5400 +/- Hrs. TT, 2804 Hrs. since light OH, SATLOC Bantam, radio pkg, smoker, electric fan brake, Fast Start, factory heat & air, dual A/C condensers $695,000. Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com
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Like New AT-502B -34AG W/WARRANTY, 300 TT A/E/P w/P&W 5 year/ 2500hr warranty, load master four blade prop, SATLOC Bantam w/Intelliflow, A/C, cockpit heat, smoker, Reabe hopper quantity system, clear view canopy, AM safe shoulder harness, single point fuel auto fill, big fuel, Com radio, Shadin fuel flow, Hopper rinse, CP11’s, 3” load, RCA Digital Attitude Indicator. No damage history. The 4 bladed prop makes for a great flying, quieter, faster, load hauling 502. The best I’ve owned. Performance of an XP at a fraction of the price. Moving to bigger aircraft and need the room. Sell outright or trade toward low time late model AT-802 and cash. 920-205-5900 Dean
AT-504 -34AG, 700TT A/E/P, P&W 5 year/ 2500hr warranty, Night Vision Goggle Certified(NVG), SATLOC bantam w/Intelliflow, A/C, cockpit heat, smoker, Reabe digital hopper quantity system, am safe shoulder harness, single point fuel auto fill, big fuel, Garmin com radio, audio panel, transponder, hopper rinse, CP11 nozzles, 3” load. RCA Digital Attitude Indicator, Fantastic trainer and spray ship. No Damage History. Just moving to bigger aircraft and need the room. For sale outright or trade toward low time late model AT-802 and cash. Call 920205-5900
2010 AT-802A PT6A-67AG, TTAE 3150, SHSI 557.3, Hartzell Prop SIRAN 301.0, Annual inspection due 2/1/18, LED Strobes, New Gear at last annual, Air Conditioner, Heater, CP- 09 nozzles, SATLOC G4 w/IntelliFlow flow control, Wingman, 48 Volt Fast Start, Smoker, 10” Hyd. Transland-Del Norte Firegate w/Hemisphere Controller, Ram air inlet, Offset engine mount. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
2005 AT-602 -60, N85239, TT 5030, TT remaining spars 1470, TT remaining landing gear 1763, 16 hrs power section inspection, 1236 hrs full IRAN engine, 30 new FCU, 430.9 since new prop, SATLOC G4, Lane fan brake, Fast Start, CP Nozzles. Price reduced to $555K for AT or $700K for AT & business w/40 yr customer list. ronniebooker@ymail.com
2006 AT-802A -67AG, 4730 hrs. TTSN E&A, 10” Transland gate, single point fuel, M3 SATLOC, new landing gear, red and white, working now. $685,000 Call Steve 239-860-2028
1985 AT- 400 - 0638, N73084, AFTT 11,930, Equipped as follows: PT6-27AG: TSO: GG 7245; PS 6685, 155 since Prime Turbines split and test cell run, 155 since wings done by Air Tractor, Collins air conditioner, Del Norte GPS with flow, 5-blade Weath Aero fan, Aluminum spray system, CP-09 nozzles, Night working lights, Single piece windshield, Single point fueling, Stainless steel camlocs. $315,000 Call 877-647-6325 2004 AT-502B -34AG, N8521Z, Serial#693, 4848 TT, TTE 11,202 , 151 SHS, Siran 772, SATLOC Bantam G4 screen, smoker, A/C, Spreader, BG’s, Lane fan brake, 4,652 hrs remaining on wings, CP nozzles. $400,000 Call 928-669-4042
1984 AT-400, N400ZR, approx. 12,706 hrs total airframe time, -34AG, approx. 9765 hrs total engine time, light start, fading system, CP nozzles, 370 fuel, fresh annual, new Pratt & Whitney CT Blades, 50 hrs since replace high pressure switch, overhauled fuel pump and Eddy Current Test. $185,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
2000 AT-602....Cheap! 7650 TT, PT6A60AG 561 since hot, all new CT blades 10/2016, one owner aircraft, full logs. Aircraft had fresh water incursion from hurricane Harvey up to trailing edge of wing. Engine did not get wet or cockpit. power washed aircraft, LPS3 sprayed, engines ran and had compressor wash. Have A&P check out and fly out. Call Walter at 619-322-1495
2016 AT-502XP, 600 TTAE, G4/Flow, VG’S, Smoker Kawak, Annual. $920,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1985 AT-301, 7825TT 550SMOH by Covington, 200 since prop OH by Jordan Propeller, spars done @ 7035TT. Items re p lace d at 7622T T: main lan din g gear & hardware, tailgear hardware & tailfork bushings, upper & lower seat covers, windshield, Lane fan & brake and new Agrinautics pump, SATLOC M3 & Intelliflow, CP11s, A/C, VGs & 126 gal fuel. All 3 tires have been replaced in the last 50 hours. Above average 301 ready to go to work. $130K Blake at 940-781-6582 or blake@davisagair.com 1992 AT-502 -15AG, TTAF 9792, only 227 hrs. since New Gear, Paint, Fuselage, Belly, Panels, Wings good till 17798.9 hrs., SATLOC Bantam W/FC, Wingman. Call 870-946-3509
2 01 5 AT- 8 02 A , N 8 0 4 R A , a p p r ox . 1000 TT, -65AG, S/S Cam locks, elec. brake gr. adj., smoker, Hatfield single point, G4 w/flowcontrol, Gate box, W i n g m a n . . . $1, 245 , 0 0 0 . Fo r m o r e information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870295-6213
1989 AT- 402 PT6 -15AG, 6280 TTE, 12,500 TTAF, 4800 hrs left on wings, refurbished tail in 2016, new landing gear & new prop in 2015, only flown 300 hrs since 2015. SS booms, CP nozzles, M3 w/ IntelliFlow control & A/C, Kept in hangar. Needs some TLC but in great shape, ready to work, super fast airplane. Engine just gone through. Hot section and IRAN in 2016. PT6-15 installed in 1/17. $375K Call Mike at 352-494-3978 for more information, pictures and cycles left on engine (tons of cycles left on engine). 2000 AT-602, PT6A-60, 6000 TTSN, Covington Hot, New Spars, G4 w/Flow Control. For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 2017 AT-802A, 400 TTAF&E, -65AG, Loaded. $1,315,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
2008 AT-502B, N329BR, -34AG, approx. 3,714 hrs TT, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, Electric Brake Gr Adj., Smoker, G4 w/ Flowcontrol, VG’S, Storm Cutters, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Reabe Hopper Gauge, Fresh Annual & Hot Section Inspection, 0 hrs since Annual with all 3 gears changed, 0 since HSI with CT vane overhaul, CT Blade Overhaul, and FCU & Fuel Pump overhaul w/ new segments. $535,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
1990 AT-502 -15AG, N1035L, 12,171 Hours Total Time, 827 Hours since Hot Section. 0 hours since prop IRAN. Equipped as followed; SATLOC Bantam, CP- 09 nozzles, Spreader, Wingman, Smoker and A/C. New belly skins and paint in 2016 along with many new side panels and new Cam Locks. For Sale $250K. For more information call Grover Lawson at 662-934-5172. 2013 AT-802A-0522, N335QF, -67 AG, 3100+ Hrs TTAE, 323+ Hrs. H.S.I. w/new CT blades, full fire conf., Vondran Hyd gate, Wingman, Ag Nav GPS, single point fuel, comm radio, smoker, Lane electric brake & fan, white/red paint, 308 gallon fuel. Spray, Fertilizer or SEAT. $850,000 Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com
1991 AT-401, TTAF: 9712 Hrs (Aprox 1000 hrs left on spar AD), Last Annual 03/2015, Geared Tulsa 1340 TSMOHE: 1710 hrs, 23D40 w/ Albatross Blades: 2564 Hrs (5 Year AD complied with 03/2015). Satloc Litestar 2, Crophawk 7, SS Booms, CP Nozzles, 4 Blade Weath aero Fan, VG’s, Digital Tach. Clean, well maintained Northwest airplane that comes with a runout core 1340 with accessories as well as some new parts that wear out such as bearings, tailwheel components, oil filters and brake parts. This airplane needs an annual and a different motor and it can be put right back to work, or it could be a great candidate for a turbine conversion. Price reduced to $110,000 Make an offer. 541-969-2062
2011 AT- 602, N5951B, - 60AG, 1951 hrs TT, 308 hrs SHOT, Hydro gate w/ Tr ansland controller, Bantam GPS, Lane elec. brake, CP-09 w/stainless tip, standard fuel, load hog, side load fuel, smoker, A/C, Unicom.....$825,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
1996 AT-402B, PT6A-28, 5946 TT, 4140 SMOH, 721 SHOT, Wings 7212 hrs. remain, Make offer. Call Doug Thiel at 559-665-7830 or 559-907-4241
2015 AT-502B, N8002E, 1,260 hrs TT, -34AG, 3” Bottom Load, Single Point Fuel, Stainless Steel Cam Locks, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj, Smoker, Wingman & G4 w/Flowcontrol......$735,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870295-6213
1999 AT-502B-34AG, TTAF 7018, 38” gate, STC’d Wingman, Flow control, Factory air, Hatfield single point fuel, Reabe hopper/pressure gauge. Call Matt at 870-946-3509
1996 AT-502B -34, TTAE 10,800, Wing spars good till 17,598, SHOT 693, Reabe canopy, M3 w/IntelliFlow, Right boom shutoff, SS booms, VG’s, Mill spec stainless fasteners. Excellent cycles remaining and fire gate included. $280,000 Jim at 218-289-1999
1995 AT-502B, N60893, TT 8602, PT6A-34 TT: 13,804.9 SHOT: 188.4, Hartzell prop TT: 3682.2 SOH: 0.0 Annual inspection due 1/1/19. Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 17,312.0 (in 8710.0 hrs.) Bantam SATLOC, Intelliflow flow control, SS booms, CP Nozzles, A/C, Hopper rinse, Wingman, Smoker, Lane electric brake and fan, 38” gate. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870995-1323 nights and weekends 2010 AT-802A, 2,990 TTAF&E, -67AG, FRESH HOT AND ANNUL $925,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1994 AT-502B, 11036 Hours Total Time, 558 Hours Since Complete Rebuild by Georges Aircraft, 558 Hours since new prop, 1 season on new SALTOC G4 w/ Intelliflow, 3111 Hours since new 9800 hour lower spar caps in 2008, 558 Hours since Hot and IRAN PT6A-34AG, AFS Check valves w/CP-11, Smoker. Call 308991-3432 or email rdwells@gtmc.net
1979 AT-301, ACTT: 8510, SMOH Eng: 1131 (Covington), SMOH prop: 572, Spars 5,074 remaining, Hydromatic prop, spin-on oil filter, engine driven A/C, metal tail, AmSafe belts, VG’s, M3 flow control, CP nozzles. $125,000 Call Richard 320979-8326
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1981 AT-301, TT 15,734, Geared 1340 SMOH 128, Hydromatic Prop, Zero Time Wings. $170,000 Call Doug Thiel at 559907-4241 or 559-665-7830 2018 AT-802’s, AT-502XP’s, AT-502’s and AT-402’s available in the spring. Please call Queen Bee Air Specialties, Inc. 1-800736-7654
2012 AT-802 -65, 3400 TTAE, SATLOC G4 with flow control, Load Hog, SS booms and T-boom, 92 CP-11’s, 92 AFS check valves, Single point fuel, Lane brake & fan, Laser altimeter, 10 inch hydraulic gate, Vondran controller, A/C, heat, Smoker, Paint 8.5. Always Hangared. Airplane will come with fresh annual and hot section. Available 12/1/17 $925,000 For more information call Trampas Johnson 870-684-2203 or 870-930-6556 2010 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, Covington hot, 4400 TTSN, 308 fuel, Hatfield STC S.P. fuel, G4 w/flow control, Reabe hopper gauge, G-4/flow and more. For pricing and information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 2011 AT-802A-0415, N802TR -67 AG, 3741 Hrs. TTAE, 998 Hrs. since light OH, 0 Hrs. H.S.I. and prop reseal. Wingman, SATLOC Bantam, Fast Star t, comm radio, transponder. $850,000 Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com
1991 AT-401 Clean and ready to work! TTAF 5700, TSO Engine P&W 1340 34 4hrs (Covington Overhaul), TSO Propeller 527hrs (22D - 40 constant speed) Hamilton Standard. VGs, Ag Nav Guia, AutoCal II Flow Control, Bendix King VHF Radio, Engine cold air kit, Engine oil filter, Collins Air Conditioning, Cool Seat, 32 VariRate Nozzles. Too much to list. $210K Call Ben at 403-336-1793 for more information. 2014 AT-802A, 802A-0579, TT: 1190, Satloc G4, Laser altimeter, 10” Hydraulic gate with Vonderan controller, Load Hawg, Single point fuel, LED nose lights, Sold with Fresh annual and HSI. $1,250,000 Aaron Keahey AG AIR AIRCRAFT, INC. 870-8573744 aaron-agairaircraft@outlook.com
2012 AT 802A-0439, N20607, Approx. 3,100 TT, - 65AG, LED Nose Lights, Smoker, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj, Wingman, 7 1/2 Manual Gate Box, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, 380 Fuel, Fresh Annual & Fresh Hot w/Vane Overhaul....Price reduced to $800,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
1991 AT-402 PT6-34, 11,650 TT, Engine 9,800 TT, 0 hrs. SIRAN Gear Box, 0 hrs. SMOH Prop with new blades (times are approx. still working) WW, Bantam, Flow Control, Smoker, AC 1 yr. old, Digital Hopper Gauge, SS Booms & SS Spreader, PT 111 Tips, AFS Nozzles, Stripped & Painted 3/2016, 3 pc. Windshield, Wings due at 17,378 hrs., 0 hrs. SHS, available in December. Very Well Maintained. $325,000. Call Michael 229-881-1253
NEW 2017 AT-802A -65 Dual Cockpit. 100 hrs. TT, SATLOC Bantam, G4 screen, Intelliflow, bottom load fuel, 308 gal. fuel, CPs, Elec Fan brake, Steam Gauges, Comm/ANR. Price reduced to $1,398,700 OBO and will consider trade for clean 802 or 502. Call Rod: 701-321-0767
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1989 AT-502 -34AG, N10125, 14,550 Hours Total Time, 0 hours since Hot Section. Equipped as followed; SATLOC Bantam, Stainless Steel spray booms and drop boom hangers, Spreader, Wingman, Smoker and A/C. New belly skins and paint in 2017 along with many new side panels and new Cam Locks. For Sale $250K. For more information call Grover Lawson at 662-934-5172.
2009 AT-802, N396LA, S/N: 802A-0331, PT6A-65AG, TTAF: 2127.8 hrs., ENGINE TT: 6022.5 hrs., 0 Since Hot Section Inspection, New paint in 2015, SATLOC G4 GPS, Reabe hopper qty system, Aero LED pulsing nose lights, Load hawg, 10” hydraulic gate with Vonderan controller, Smoker. Aircraft will be sold with fresh annual. $865,000 Aaron Keahey AG AIR AIRCRAFT, INC. 870-857-3744 aaronagairaircraft@outlook.com
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LIKE NEW! 2016 AT-802A -65. Delivered NEW in April 2017. 250hrs.TT, SATLOC Bantam with G4 screen, Intelliflow, Hatfield Fuel, 308 gal fuel, Steam Gauges, CP’s, Electric Fan brake. SS Camlocks, Comm/ANR. Price reduced to $1,370,000 OBO and will consider trade for clean 802 or 502. Call Chris at 701-866-2647 New 2017 AT-802A -67AG. Please call Queen Bee Air Specialties 800-736-7654
1991 AT-401, 3267 TSN, 782 SMOHE, M3 Satloc, Intelliflow, Very clean northern airplane! $235,000 Call Donnie Ripley at 830-275-1127 2018 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213
1989 AT-502 N10126, 14,012 TT, PT6A -34AG 16,683 TT, 1223 SHOT, 3583 since Light Overhaul by RT Turbines w/ new CT Blades, 2775 hours since last gear box inspection, Fuel Pump and Fuel Control replaced May 2016. Equipment: Cascade inlet, LED nose lights, Aluminum booms, CP nozzles, G4 GPS w/Intelliflow flowmeter, Air Repair hydraulic gate system w/smart cylinder. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1181 to see spec sheet for details. $280,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights and weekends 2013 AT-502B Firewall forward parts: Engine mount, cowling and Ram Air filter system. All parts with less than 1400 hours total time. Very clean and well maintained AT-502B. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details 1-509-635-1212
AT-502B: More performance; more profit potential. With Air Tractor’s AT-502B there’s plenty of power and a big, 500gallon payload to please both pilot and operator. The Pratt & Whitney PT6A34AG turbine engine delivers efficient and effective performance that shortens ferry times and reduces takeoffs and landings. Since 1987 the AT-502 series has set the standard as the industry’s most popular ag plane. You can own one with attractive financing options from Wells Fargo. Talk to your Air Tractor dealer.
1979 AT-301 PRICE DR A STIC ALLY REDUCED & SELLER IS VERY MOTIVATED! 9234 TTAF, 364 SMOH, 926 SMOH prop, Satloc Lite, new paint in 2011. 4600 hours remaining on wing spar. Great flying airplane! Will consider trade for a 402 or 502. Call Gary or Kevin 785-626-3344 2014 AT-502B, PT6A -34AG, 850 TTSN, Loaded! NDH. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net
1995 AT-802A, PT6A -65AG, 7600 TTSN, 10” gate, G4/Flow, New wing spar….No Trade…For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 1999 AT-502A, N166MM, Airframe TT 4750, Engine PT6-45A TT 31,210, SMOH 3659, Since Hot Section 727, Prop SMOH 847, A/C, cockpit heat, single point fuel, G4 Satloc with flow control, Lane fan and brake, booms with CP nozzles, all stainless plumbing, 10 inch Vondran hydraulic gate and hopper extension, 2 dry spreaders. $500,000 Call David at 806-777-1892
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. 1997 AT- 602 - 60, 8800 TTSN, New Wings, GPS w/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
AT-402B: Go turbo. The AT-402B, with the time-proven Pratt & Whitney PT6A15AG 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. 2017 AT-802A, FTO, Hatfield Fuel, Lane Brake, CP’s, 308 Fuel, Garmin Comm. $1,417,300 Call Lane Aviation 888-995LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-2325401
2014 AT-402B, 1,750 TTAF&E, 3 Piece W/S, Smoker, Heater, Lane Brake/Fan $570,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1979 AT-301, N8764S, R-1340 -AN1, approx. 9770 hrs TT, short tail w/good fabric, Ag Nav Guia w/flowcontrol, new aluminum booms, CP-03, smoker and 126 gallon fuel. $80,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213 2018 Air Trac tors, all models, call Southeastern Aircraft Sales at 800-4412964 to reserve your slot!
1993 AT-502, Available For SALE OR LEASE! Available with “ZERO TIME” PT6A-34 Engine, N198LA, Airframe TT: 10,065.2, Engine TT: 10,708.2 Cascade inlet, G4 Satloc, New paint, Smoker, WAG A/C, Hopper Rinse, 38” gate, Wingman, CP Nozzles. Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1054 to see spec sheet for more details. $445,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
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1988 AT-502, N1004B, Available For SALE OR LEASE! S/N: 501-0022, TT 7816.4. Available with “ZERO TIME” PT6A-34 Engine, s/n: PCE-57182, TT 13,834.5, SHOT 1.1, Hartzell Prop HC-B3TN-3D, s/n: BUA-30202, SOH 1121.4, (Aircraft converted from 501 to 502 on 10-3105 by Frost Flying Service) Hot Section Inspection performed by Prime Turbines., Has new 9800 hour spar cap’s, by Air Tractor. Annual due 4/1/18 Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=686 to see spec sheet for details. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights & weekends
Air Tractor 502XP: Go to work hauling a full 500 gallons all day, every day. Even when temperatures soar, the 502XP can power you through more acres in less time, with less effort. Quiet 4-blade prop. 867 horsepower PT6A-140AG engine. Rebalanced airframe. Larger fin and rudder. From nose to tail, it is a remarkable combination of power, stability and productivity. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the 502XP. Ask about special Air Tractor financing available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers.
1989 AT-401, 9665TT, Younkin Engine w/2 new extra cyls. & parts 973TTSMOH, JPI Engine Monitor, Hamilton standard hydro prop 0 SMOH, Wing spar caps done 1501 hrs ago, Main gear has 292 hrs, SATLOC LiteStar II, Collins A/C, WeathAero pump, Stainless steel booms, New paint in 2013, Fresh Annual $130K 601-201-9497
1988 AT-502, W-34AG, Fresh Annual & Hot Section, 13,000 AFTT, Engine 14,278, TT 3633 SIRAN, 0.0 SHSI, Prop Hartzell HC-B3TN-D 630 hrs SOH, Spar Caps 5300 hrs remaining. Good Hopper & Glass, Wingman, Landing Lights, Alum Booms, CP’s 38” Gate, Lane Adj Fan w/ Electric Brake, Satloc G4 w/Flow Control, VG’s, Hopper Rinse, Paint is 2 years old. $325,000 Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
Several 2010-2013 AT-802 -67F, wheels configuration, full avionics, FRDS Gen II, 380 USG, full lightning protection, airbag. Detailed maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com. 2005 AT-802A, PT6 -67AG, 6500 TTSN, Wingman, 10” Gate, G4/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
2013 AT-802A PT6A -67AG, 3100 TT, Full fire configuration, set up for spray, fertilizer or SEAT, Vondron hyd gate, Wingman, Ag Nav GPS, single point fuel, CommRadio, smoker, Lane electric brake and fan, white/red paint, 308 gallon fuel. PRICE REDUCED to $850,000. Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com
Several 2006-2012 AT-802A -67F on floats “Fire Boss”, full avionics, yellow and blue paint scheme, 1600 shp, computer gate, 380 USG, NAV/COM/GPS, audio box, radio, ELT, from 200 to 1600 hours TT, extremely careful maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@ airtractoreurope.com.
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.
1972 Cessna Ag Truck, TT 5643.2, Fresh engine: SMOH 8.9 hrs, Engine TTSN: 2482.5, Prop TTSN: 492.4, Annual: 9/18/17, A/C is rigged out for Banner Towing. Booms, pump, etc, crated, goes with A/C. $123,900 Call Ely Ag Helicopter Service 110744 S 4570 Rd Sallisaw, Ok 74955 918-605-1038 or email elyjd66@ yahoo.com
1972 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, N21883, TT6350, 1740 SMOH, Prop165, stainless steel booms, SATLOC Lite 2, new leading edges, refurbished hopper, CP nozzles, owner flown since new. Good flying and fast! Current annual with sale. Call Kevin at 785-386-8875
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1970 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, TTA 7388, TTSN 221, SATLOC. Currently flying. $79,000 Call Gary or Kevin at 785-6263344 1980 AT-400, 7700 TTAF, 5500 TTE, 0 SHOT, 1500 Hrs on wing spar, New Prop, Overhauled Prop Gov, Overhauled Overspeed Gov, Overhauled Fuel Control Unit, New Landing Gear, New Paint, New Windshield, Satloc, Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 2012 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG (750hp) 3,000 horas desde nuevo, 750 horas desde sección caliente y reparación mayor del hélice. Aire Acondicionado, SATLOC G4 con INtelliflow, boquillas CP, Radio VHF, Transponder, Horizonte Artificial, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable (Lane), Generadores de Vortice, 170 galones de combustible, broches de acero inoxidable. Este avión se encuentra en buenas condiciones, un solo dueño desde nuevo, nunca accidentado, con su certificado de Aeronavigabilidad de Exportación. Disponible en Agosto, 2017. $630,000 Sun Valley Aviation, 956-421-4545
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Order your AT-602 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order at agairupdatemarketplace.com 1975 A188B Ag Truck, TT 9300, IO-720 400hp, Roberson STOHL, 3 Blade w/ 0.0 SPOH, Winglets, Ag Nav w/ Flow Control, Radio and Transponder, Smoker, Droop Booms w/ CP’s, Spreader, Fresh Annual. $135,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights and weekends Order your AT-802F Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at w w w. agairupdatemarketplace.com
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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.
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1974 Piper Brave 285/300, 3417.5 TT, Engine 835.8 hrs SOH, 102.6 hrs on new prop, 396 hrs on new spars, SATLOC Bantam with flow control. $125,000 USD call Rick at 1-306-485-7075
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2015 AT-802, N802PL, -65AG, approx. 510 hrs TT, Dual Cockpit, Stainless Steel Cam Locks, LED Pulse Lights, Dual Single Point, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj., Smoker, Laser Altimeter, Dual Controls, Wingman, G4 w/Flow control & 7 1/2” Transland Hydraulic Gate w/Transland Controller.....$1,225,0 0 0 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870295-6213
1978 Ag Wagon - IO 520-D engine, SMOH 525.6 hours, TTAF since new 7542.6 hrs., Bantam GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control and Wing fuel tanks. Clean old Cessna. Purchased to get my son ag time. He is now flying my turbine and have no need for the Cessna anymore. Contact Chris at 662-822-4278 or Phil at 662-390-7056.
1966 Cessna Ag Wagon A188, 4184 Total time with 1130 SMOH and 574 SPOH. Aero fan, CP11 nozzles, SATLOC lite, smoker and automatic flagman. Call Rex Kelley 308-214-1516 1982 PA36-375 (400HP) 5687TT, 1320 SMOH 1459 SPOH, SATLOC LiteStar, Lane electric brake, smoker, flagger, King Ky92 Comm, King KT76A trans, CP nozzles. $150,000 or possible trade for low time AT-502. Call 605-870-2697
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1978 Cessna Ag Truck, 6000 TTAF, 625 TTeng, 550 TTprop, 8.50X10 Clevelands, GPS, field ready. $125,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091
1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 620 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $135,000 Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545
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1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE 400 HP - 7642 Total Time, 388 since Overhaul engine, 0 since Overhaul 3 blade Propeller: 275 gal hopper, JAS Gate, Agrinautics pump and fan, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with AFC check valves and CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, com radio, electric turn and bank, pistol grip, nav/strobe/instrument/landing and taxi and retractable night working lights, NEW Dyna Nav VEKTOR GPS, left entry step, good paint, tires & glass. Annual at sale. This aircraft is one of the best flying and performing Super Braves we have ever experienced! PRICE REDUCED to $150K. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com or www.johnstonaircraft.com
Like new D-model Pawnee 260 with Hutcherson conversion. 1841 TTSN, 361 TSMO. Just finished extensive annual. New mags, new smoke tinted side glass, new SATLOC Litestar 4, 2 seasons on new spray valve, pump, weathaero fan, new airfoil booms, CP nozzles, new smoker, new Alaskan Bushwheel tailwheel assembly, Garmin radio. 2 seasons on paint and fabric. Cessna spring gear. One of a kind. $130,000 Call 307-575-7088 1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE 400 HP - 3965 Total Time, 66 since Overhaul engine, 66 since IRAN Prop, 4040 hours remaining on wing spar caps, 275 gal hopper, Agrinautics pump and fan, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles and check valves, 2” left side load, extended wings, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, crop hawk, automatic flagger, pistol grip, nav/strobe/instrument/landing/taxi and night working lights, left entry step, good paint, tires and glass. $210K or OBO. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com or www.johnstonaircraft.com
1964 PA-25 -250 Pawnee, TT 7281, engine 509 SMOH, 509 on new Stits Poly-Fiber, Satloc Lite, stainless booms, new Agrinautics pump, spreader, all AD’s complied with. Selling because upgrade turbine fleet. Clean northern airplane! $74,000 PRICE REDUCED! Call Joe at 308695-0551 or 308-697-3677
Piper PA-25-235, 6919Z, 7606TT, 725 SMOH, Full hutch conversion, SS sprayer, CP nozzles, weath aero fan, Crophawk, smoker, flagger, low time prop, 250 hp. Email rickh@ruraltel.net or call 785282-0218
1966 Pawnee PA-25-235, N4494Y, 2690 TTSN, Lycoming 0-540-B2B5, 380 SMOH, McCauley prop 985 SMOH, M-3 GPS, spreader, all AD’s, flagger, annual 08-17. Always hangared! $70,000 309-759-4826
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1976 PA 36 Turbine Brave 550SHP 6450TT, 3097 since P&W O/H PT6A-20A engine with 362 since HSI, 0 SOH 3 Blade Hartzell Prop, 275 gallon hopper, JAS gate, Agrinautics pump, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, JAS High Lift Wing Leading Edges, 90 gal fuel, CommRadio, Crophawk, electric turn and bank, clock, nav/strobe/instrument/ landing and taxi lights, Del Norte GPS, pistol grip, left entry step, very good tires/ glass and paint, 1739 hours remaining on wing spar caps. This aircraft was imported from Australia, and has just had an extensive annual inspection of the engine, prop, and airframe, along with a NEW Airworthiness Certificate. This aircraft is in very good condition! Need a very reasonably priced, nimble turbine that will get a lot done for small $$$? This is it!! PRICE REDUCED to $265,000! Or Best Reasonable Offer. Call 559-6861794, Email info@johnstonaircraft.com or www.johnstonaircraft.com
1982 PA-36-375 Turbine Brave, 7050 Hrs. TT, PT6A-20A Engine 9037 TT 1065 TSOH, New Hartzell HC-B3TN-3D Prop, New wing spar caps, fresh paint and glass, Reman hopper, Comm radio with transponder, Souther Field Aviation tur bin e co nve r sio n, Fre sh ann ual . $325,000 Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-9242813
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THRUSH WE DO CENTURY 60,000 HR. SPAR CAPS FOR THRUSH AIRCRAFT. CALL FOR AFTER-SEASON SLOT. JOHNSON AIRSPRAY INC 218-437-6415, CELL 218201-1450 LINDLEY
2015 Thrush 510P -34, 1410 TTSN Engine & Airframe, G4, Intelliflow, Hatfield auto fuel, Reabe hopper gauge, LED navs/ strobes, LED leading edge lights, Dual landing lights, PAR 200a comm, stainless booms, AFS check valves, CP’s with swivels, Stainless steps, Chrome control stick, 2500 hr engine warranty, 29,000 hr wings. Excellent equipped 510. Located in ND since new. Never had a spreader on it. Call 701-370-2640 Reasonable offers considered.
2000 660 Thrush -65 Pratt, 8600hrs. TTAF, Engine: 0hrs. since light overhaul - EXTENSIVE WORK DONE TO ENGINE! Prop: 0hrs. since IRAN, Fuel Control Unit: 0hrs. since IRAN, Starter Generator: 0hrs. since over haul, Load hog, fast start, flow control, heat/air, side fuel w/ auto shut off, hopper rinse, no damage history, low component times. Fresh annual & fresh hot. 318-237-7088
2017 Thrush 510P, 280 hours TTAF&E P T6 A - 3 4 A G (2 , 5 0 0 h o u r/5 y e a r w a r r a n t y) A l l T h r u s h b a s e m o d e l equipment included Plus...Installed Options: Satloc Bantam GPS w/L7 light bar and Intelliflow, Cascade Pressure Cowl Inlet, Hatfield Single Point Fuel (with Auto shutoff), Leading edge LED lights, Smoker, Vor tex Generators, Custom Metallic blue and silver paint scheme, MVP 50 glass cockpit display and much more! Available immediately, Call for special pricing! ASI JET is a Thrush Dealer and Service Center and we take trade-ins! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
1993 S2R -10 500 Gallon Thrush, TTAF 4186, TTE Since CAM by Ag Air 1148 hours, 508 hours since overhaul by CD Aviation. Flat tire on landing resulted in a prop strike: 433 hours since gearbox and prop hub overhaul with new blades. This aircraft was completely refurbished and like new in 2013 and has 1148 hours since this work was completed. The aircraft has always been hangared and comes with Avenger Lifetime spars, smoker, flagger, SATLOC Bantam GPS with flow control, Hi Flow spray pump with Lane Electric Fan/ Brake, Automotive Battery STC, Fast Start system, Stainless Steel booms. This is a must see and seller is motivated. Priced to move at $475,000 OBO. Call Neil at 208-317-4041 for more info.
Salvage bids are now open for a 2011 Thrush S2R-T34, TTSM 1037.8 hrs. To request a salvage bid form contact pgreening@sasktel.net Greening Aviation claims Inc. 306 536-5866 Paul W. Greening FCIAA Greening Aviation claims Inc. Box 190 Riverhurst, Sask, Canada S0H 3P0
1991 510P Thrush, PT6A-34AG, TT 5400, TSOH 1550hrs, 4 bladed Hartzell prop 630 hrs, S/N, 12298 TTAF. $350,000 Call Christian at 605-924-6891
1995 Ayers Thrush, Model S2R G-10, SN G10-113, Aircraft Annual October2017 Johnston Aircraft Services, Inc. 6679 Dale Fry Dr, Tulare, CA 93274, TT Air frame 5919.00 Est. (Aircraf t Operated Regularly). Engine TPE 33110-511M, SN P-36450C, Rebuild by AG air Turbines: TTSO: 946.3, Starts/cycles: 965, Propeller TT: 3005 hrs, TSOH: 0.1, Fresh 5 year inspection October 2017. This aircraft Equipped as Follows: Kawak Hydraulic Spray System, 228 Gallon Fuel Capacity, Shadin Fuel Flow System, Air Conditioning, Heater, Transland Spreader, M-3 SATLOC GPS System, Marburg AG Tips, Vortex Generators, Auto Cal Flow Control, Night Work Lights, Single Point Fuel, Stainless Drop Booms, Smoker, Strobe Lights, 3” Load Line, Fast Start, AG Air battery Mod, Serv-Aero Flying Tail, Low Fuel Warning Lights. Contact: Ward Rosadiuk, Moro Aircraft Leasing, Inc. $350,000 Call Ward at 907-351-4557
1994 510 Thrush with good times. Great equipment and well cared for. P&W PT6A34AG 100.0 SHOT, 100.0 SIRAN - Power Section. Fresh HOT, Fresh Power Section, Fresh Prop, 450 hrs since new spar caps, VG’s, SATLOC Bantam w/Intelliflow, CP-09’s, Hopper Rinse, Spreader, Harbor Air, Electric Fan Brake, Center Point Fuel, Wingman, Smoker, KAWAK Quadrant, New Landing Gear. READY TO WORK. F I N A N C I N G AVA I L A B L E . T R A D E S ACCEPTED. $425K Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
1998 Thrush S2R G-1 Super Conversion, Very Clean and well cared for aircraft. Airframe:Approx. 4675 hours TT, Approx. 1000 remain on Wing Spar Cap. Engine/ Propeller: 75 hours Since EXTENSIVE Hot Section (Arkansas Turbines), 1675 Hours Since Super-1 Conversion, Hartzell 3 blade prop - 3875 Hours TT, 1100 SMOH, approx. 475 hours Since new Blades. Equipment: Bantam GPS, 400 Gallon Hopper, Large fuel (Approx. 190 Gallons), Single Point bottom load Fuel (both sides), Shadin Fuel Flow Meter, Air conditioning, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, Vortex Generators, Five Blade Weath Aero fan, Aluminum Booms, Comm Radio, Dual Landing light, NAV / Strobe lights, Windshield wiper/ washer, Tinted windows, Mesh seat and MORE!! Next Annual due 11/18! New Batteries 6/17, Overhauled Ignitor Box 6/17 $424,950 **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET. COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255 1978 AYRES S2R, N4872X, TTAF 8815, P&W 60, Hamilton Standard 12D40 2 Blades, New Oil Cooler, New Prop Governor, Wing Extensions, SATLOC M-3 Touch Screen, CP-03 Nozzles, New Tires, Lane Electric Brake, Smoker, Spring Tail Wheel, 400 Gallon Hopper, 78 Gallon Fuel, A/C, New Propeller Gov’t. $120,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net
1979 S2R-T34, N455JM, Total Time: 13,688.6, LoadMaster 4 Blade Prop, Wings: Vor tex Generators, Strakes and Delta Wings, Wing Tip Extensions, SATLOC Bantam GPS and Intelliflow, Hopper: 500 Gal, Load Hawg, Record Inlet, Harbour Air Conditioning, TSO: 757.4 GG / 757.4 PS, $460,000 Contact: Turbines Inc. at 812-877-2587 or turbines@ turbinesinc.com
2015 T h r u s h 510 G A i r f r a m e : 75 0 ho ur s T TSN E W, En gine/Prop e lle r : 750 Hours TTSNEW. Equipment: 510 Gallon Hopper, MVP-50T Glass panel color display, 228 gallon (useable) fuel capacity, 2 inch stainless steel spray system, 41 inch stainless steel gate box, 434 0 chrome - moly steel spar caps, Stainless steel bottom fuselage skins, Alodine Chromicoat L25 for corrosion resistance, Massive overturn structures, Quick detach fuselage skins, 28 – volt electrical system, Dual 24 – volt batteries, Wire deflector cable, Cockpit wire deflectors, Stainless steel rudder cables, Outside air temperature gauge, All metal Empennage, Zee Systems electric air conditioner/cabin heat, High flotation 29-in. tires, Cleveland dual caliper disc brakes, Wing root fairings, Windshield wiper and washer, Front B aggage compar tment. Additional Options: Satloc Bantam with Intelliflow flow control, Load Hawg, Single Point fuel, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Smoker, Vortex Generators, Leading edge LED lights. **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET. COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
www.frostflying.com 2018 Slots Available ................................................................................................................... Call 2015 AT-802, N802PL, -65AG, approx. 510 hrs TT, Dual Cockpit, Stainless Steel Cam Locks, LED Pulse Lights, Dual Single Pt, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj., Smoker, Laser Altimeter, Dual Controls, Wingman, G4 w/Flowcontrol & 7 1/2” Transland Hydraulic Gate w/Transland Controller ............. $1,225,000 2015 AT-502B N8002E, ~1,260 hrs TT, -34AG, 3” Bottom Load, Single Point Fuel, Stainless Steel Cam Locks, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj, Smoker, Wingman & G4 w/Flowcontrol..................... $735,0000 2015 AT-802A, N804RA, approx. 1000 TT, -65AG, S/S Cam locks, elec. brake gr. adj., smoker, Hatfield single point, G4 w/flowcontrol, Gatebox, Wingman ..................................................... $1,245,000 2012 AT-802A, N20607 Approx 3,100 TT, -65AG, LED Nose Lights, Smoker, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj, Wingman, 7 1/2 Manual Gate Box, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, 380 Fuel, Fresh Annual & Fresh Hot w/Vane O/H .......................................................................... $800,000 2011 AT-602, N5951B, -60AG, 1951 hrs TT, 308 hrs since HOT, Hydro gate w/Transland controller, Bantam GPS, Lane elec. brake, CP-09 w/stainless tip, standard fuel, load hog, side load fuel, smoker, a/c, Unicom .................................................................................................................. $825,000 2008 AT-502B, N329BR, -34AG, approx. 3,714 hrs TT, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, Electric Brake Gr Adj, Smoker, G4 w/Flowcontrol, VG’S, Storm Cutters, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Reabe Hopper Guage, Fresh Annual & Hot Section Inspection, 0 hrs since Annual with all 3 gears changed, 0 since HSI with CT vane overhaul, CT Blade Overhaul, and FCU & Fuel Pump overhaul w/ new segments. ................................................................................................................... .$535,000 1984 AT 400, N400ZR, approx. 12706 hrs total airframe time, -34AG, approx. 9765 hrs total engine time, light start, fading system, CP nozzles, 370 fuel, Fresh Annual & New Pratt & Whitney CT Blades, 50 hrs since Replace High Pressure Switch, Overhauled Fuel Pump and Eddy Current Test .............................................................................................................................. $185,000
Complete Air Tractor Parts And Accessories 2013 Thrush 510G, 1700 Hrs. TT, dual cockpit, dual control, CP11, Smoker, Com radio, load hog, single point fuel, leading edge lights, VG’s, hopper rinse, G4 flow control. Well maintained. $700,000 Possible Lease. Call Justin at 270-2933325
2011 Thrush S2R-T34, N7008M, TT 2,122.4, Stainless Steel Drop Boom, 35-CP-09 Nozzles & CP-04 Check Valve, Leading Edge Lights (LED), Zee Heat & Air Conditioner, Agrunatic Pump, Weathaero Fan, Bantam GPS w/8” Screen, Intelliflow, Smoker, Bottom Load Fuel, Vortex Generators, MVP-50T-Glass Panel, Load Hawg, Lane Electric Fan Brake Model - 111F, Laser Altimeter, Winglets, Comm Radio, Transponder, White/Red Trim. $645,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net
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Large Selection of PT6 Accessories New Turbine Props and Blades 0 SMOH 1340 Younkin S/S Pumps, Booms and Center Boom for Air Tractor
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2010 Thrush S2R-T34, N7024J, TTAF: 3711, No Damage History. Engine(s) P & W PT6A-34 (SN PCE-PH05801), HP 750 , 3711 since factory new, 0 since Hot Section. Prop Specs: Hartzell 33TN-3D (SN BUA31718), 3 Blade Prop, Time: 600 IRAN. Equipment List: Bantam GPS, Flow Control, CP Nozzles, SS Booms, Smoker, Vortex Generators, Leading Edge Lights, NAV-Lights, Strobes, Smoker, SS Spreader, Excellent Exterior and Interior. Annual completed 2-2017. $565,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net
1977 THRUSH SR2, $395,000, 400 Gal with PT6-34 converted to Turbine 350 hours ago by Valley Aircraft. Airframe TT 5086.2, Engine 2800 SIRAN/Light OVH, 350 on Prop SNEW. 4800 hrs remaining on wing spars. MVP-50 Digital Instruments, M3 Satloc with flow control and touch screen, Air Conditioning an Electric Heater. Will be sold with Fresh Annual. Aircraft located in Yuma Arizona, Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
2012 Thrush S2R-T34, N3000H, TTAF: 2400, Engine(s) P & W PT6A-34 (SN PCE-PH0851) HP 750, Since Hot Section: 0. Prop Specs: Hartzell B3TN-3D (SN BUA32808), 3 Blade Prop, Time: 600 IRAN. Equipment List: MVP Glass Panel, Bantam GPS, Intelliflow, CP Nozzles, Winglets, AM-SAFE Seatbelt Air Bags, SS Booms, Smoker, SS Spreader, Vortex Venerators, Leading Lights , NAV- Lights, Strobes. Excellent Exterior & Interior. Annual completed 2-2017. $665,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net
1999 Thrush S2R-G6, N4002U, Serial: G6 -151DC [FULL DUAL CONTROLS IN REAR COCKPIT] TTAF: 3,927.4 hrs., TPE331-6-252M, Satloc GPS 99.5, 18 ft. Stainless Steel Booms, Crophawk, PM1000II two place intercom, New A/C, KT 76A Transponder, 32 CP-11 TT flat fan nozzles, 32 AFS check valves, KY96A Comm Radio, Lane Fan Brake. Annual completed August 2017. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1199 to see spec sheet for more details. Price reduced to $320,000 Call 956-202-2094
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1992 S2R-T34 DC TT 7200 hrs., PT6A-41 TT 7200 hrs., 2200 SMOH, 700 SHSI Prop 0.0 SMOH. Dual cockpit with observer seat, quick star t A/C, SATLOC M3, KY196A Comm, Crophawk 7B, Converter, 30,000 Wing Spars installed 900 hrs. ago. Fresh annual. Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-9242813
The 550 Thrush of fers new sturdy hopper and innovative large hopper door to improve access when loading dry chemicals, while providing a 550 gallon capacity. Fuel economy, low acquisition cost and proven performance makes the 550 Thrush a great option for operators. The 550 Thrush offers a choice of power plants, allowing you to tailor the aircraft to meet the demands of your particular operating environment. www. thrushaircraft.com
1999 AYRES S2R-T34, N4020Q, TTA 9,523.4, PT6A-34AG 9627.5 TTE, 1500 SMOH, Bantam -w/Intelliflow, Lane Electric Brake, Winglets, Smoker, Air Conditioner, Stainless Steel Boom, Bottom Load Fuel. Prop Specs: Hartzell, HC-B3TN-3D, BUA22178, 2725.8. Very clean & good paint. $425,000 MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net
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
1999 S2R-T34, N524SL, Model Number: PT6A-34, TSO: 0.00, Total Time: 12,195.3, Wings: Avenger Spar Enhancement Kit, LoadMaster 4 Blade Propeller , Single Point Fueling System, AG-NAV 2 GPS, Air Conditioning. $550,000 Contact: Turbines Inc. at 812-877-2587 or turbines@ turbinesinc.com
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New 2018 Thrush 510P, 510G or 710P aircraft slots available for 2018! All options available! Call for Pricing and availability! ASI JET is an authorized Thrush Dealer and service center for North America! Centrally located in Minnesota, We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255!
WEATHERLY 1996 Ayres S2R-T34, N2243J, TTAF 8352.0, Engine(s) P&W PT6A-41 (SN PCE-80183) HP 850, TT 16,645, SHOT 357.0 Prop Specs: Hartzell HC-83TN-30 (SN BUA-19511) Time 1623. Equipment List: New Wing Spars Installed, SATLOC Bantam w/IntelliFlow, Smoker, Air Conditioner/Heat, Bottom Load Fuel, Lane Electric Fan Brake, Cool Seat, Hopper Rinse Tank, Boom & Nozzles. $425,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net
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MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT 2015 Thrush S2R-H80, N6214F, TT: 1,070.2, Dual Cockpit w/Observers Seat, G4 SATLOC w/Intelliflow, Load Hawg, Smoker, Left Landing Light, Bottom Load Fuel-MCAC, Air Repair Hydraulic Gate, Booms, 42 each CP-11TT Nozzles, MVP50T, Glass Panel, AM Safe Seat Belts. Call for price. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net
Order your 510 Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
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 WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO Call 800-325-0885 or visit www.midcont.net Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
2001 American Champion Scout, 2010 hrs TT, 12 hrs SMOH, Engine and CS Prop, 180 hp, LR Fuel ( 70 gal), April Annual, IFR, Wide Rear Seat, Cargo Door, All Garmin Avionics, $159,000 Call JD Ely, Ely Ag Helicopter Service 918-605-1038 or email elyjd66@yahoo.com Turbo Prop Ag Planes - Take advantage of our biggest inventory of Turbo prop ag planes. Special buys and trades welcome. PT6, Garrett, GE even Walters. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500
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, 850-3807268, 850-380-6091.
R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805
Order your Bell 206 Helicopter Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
ENGINE - PISTON Order your The AgOp Collage Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Geared 1340 and 23D40 prop for sale with fwf off a thrush. Engine 506 SIRAN (Tulsa) Prop 506 SMOH. Came off a working airplane. New prop gov. Been pickled for storage. Went turbine hate to see go to waste. Also have other yellow tagged parts for sale. 605-860-8692 R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons, chrome cylinders, new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-4296805
Order your In-Formation Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478 - 987-2 2 5 0 o r o r d e r o n l i n e at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Dromader USA LLC Factory NEW and Overhauled engines ASz62IR for the Dromader M18, AN2, and Otter. All engines come with Factory warranty and Accessories. Zero time overhauls in stock. Call Jeff at 317-579-6666 ext. 18 or jhammer@bycan-selen.net R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805
Order your Stearman Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders, carburetor, Ag cat spreader call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 Super Nice R1340 Ag Cat FWF Installation. Just removed for Turbine Conversion. Running great & dry, 1025 SMOH, 40 STOH, Beautiful 12D40AG100 -2 w/ 29 -SOH. $53,000 AmAg: 870 - 886 2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com R985-14B, PRICE REDUCED to $36,900, 270-SMOH, 0-SIRAN Convington. For more information contact AmAg: 870886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com
1978 Texas Helicopter Corp. WASP OH-13H/M74L S/N 78-019, Airframe TT 5543.0, Lycoming VO-435A1F High Dome 1044.4 SMOH. -23 MRB, Boosted collective, Composite TRB, No Bar kit, Jasco alternator, Crophawk, Simplex 1300/Isolair spray system, CP-03 nozzles. Fresh Annual Jan 2018. New mags, ignition harness, battery. Spares included: One set -23 MRB’s, ovhld mags, ovhld jasco, ovhld starter, new throttle correlator box, 2x sets isolair/simplex spray gear, boom stock, Litestar gps, gooseneck trailer and fertilizer spreader. Located Albany, Oregon. Email/Call for component time sheet. $134,500 Pete Email: transaginc@ gmail.com Phone: (541) 967-7200
Pr at t & W h i t n e y R- 985 Fo r S a l e ! *FIREWALL FORWARD FOR Ag Cat* Engine has 1068.8 SMOH, Prop has 2078.8 SMOH, Includes all accessories; cowling, engine, prop, logbooks and paperwork. Located in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics. Asking $30,000. Please call 308-368-5556 for details
Pratt & Whitney Piston Engines, Parts and Accessories in stock. 0-Time R-985 / R-1340 / R-1830-92 & -94 / R-2000-7M2 / R2800CB engines ready to go. Complete stock of engine parts. We stock complete OHC cylinder assys. Ready to install. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-2577710 or email info@sunairparts.com
Lycoming 540 Narrow Deck Crankcase repaired and certified. Good thickness! For a PA25 235 or 250 $2,800 Call Sandy Ullrich at 918-245-6092 R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 Pr at t & W hi tn ey R- 985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Rober t s Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805, Fax: 903-429-6047 or email crs5r@aol.com.
ENGINE - TURBINE PT6A-15AG For Sale $125,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695 Cascade has a complete 850SHP STC kit with engine built up and ready for installation on your AT-502 or AT-502B aircraft. This kit is complete with prop, MVP-50T glass panel display, new upper instrument panel, 850SHP Prat t & Whitney PT6A-41 engine, all new cowling, new engine mount. Power to perform and never download again. $335,000 for the complete kit with engine. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 to make your AT-502B perform like an AT-502XP! Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-67AG, TSN 2897. For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com PT6A-15AG, Approximately 4000 hrs TT, Fresh Hot Section, 0 time since IRAN on Gear Box. Great cycle times remaining! $170,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695 PT6A-60AG, 6500 hours TT, Fresh Hot Section, O/H Fuel Control Unit, O/H Bleed Valve, O/H Starter Generator. $295,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695 Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-34 TSO 0. For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com 850SHP PT6A-41/42 Thrush FWF kits for sale. New balanced mount/Pressure Cowl included. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com
R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington, $66,500.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401
TPE331-1-151A, P-92092C, 1521 HSI, Fresh L3-GBI / CB / SBG / PG / Nozzles, RCs 4634-4179-3755. Price reduced to $109K. For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805
A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: Call for the bes t pricing on your PT6A Engine Par t s & Rot ables. Cont ac t s ales @ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381.
United Turbine PT6 Center of Excellence since 1991!! PT6A Overhaul, Repair & Test Capability. Component & Accessory Overhaul, Repair & Test. Part Sales & Purchases. Onsite, P&W correlated test cell. Call 305-885-3900 www. UnitedTurbine.com NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Garrett TPE-331-10-511M , 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718 or 979-533-1720 Day or night Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staff. We have engines for sale or exchange. Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www.jsamiami. com. Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-27, P-50935, TSO 0, Ready to ship! For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@ jsamiami.com PT6A-15AG Engines: Need an engine replacement or upgrade for your Ag aircraft? Pratt & Whitney Canada has some 0 TSO PT6A-15AG PT6A-15AG PT6SMART(SM) engines available. Fly with the Eagle. Explore the available options for new and used engines and make your business “PT6SMART (SM)”. Email mike.lee@pwca.ca or call 450647-3682. 8 5 0 S H P P T6 - 42 Tu r b o p r o p F W F Power Upgrade for the Air Tractor AT502/502B aircraft. Complete new FWF package ready to bolt on your aircr af t. 850SHP continuous up to 10 6° F OAT. T h i s p owe r u p g r a d e package includes engine, new engine m o u n t , a l l a c c e s s o r i e s , M V P - 5 0T glass panel engine analyzer, Cascade Pressure Cowl including the new Par 46 LED pulsing light system and field proven serviceable air filtration system providing superior protection and maximum air availability to the engine. Power up your productivity w i t h t h i s n e w S TC f r o m C a s c a d e Aircraft Conversions. Now scheduling production and receiving deposits. Contact Cascade at 509.635.1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com Covington Aircraft - Turbine Engines Av a i l a b l e P T6 A -21 0 T S O ; P T6 A 135A NEW;PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A34AG 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A- 41 3196 TSO; PT6A- 41 3511 TSOPT6A-42 2107 TSO; PT6A-42 2066 TS O; PT6A - 65AG 314 TSN; PT6A 65AG 5916 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-65AG 3998 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light OverhaulPT6A-67AG 2851 TSN. Contact us for New Engine Prices. We are interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition. Contact: David Hamilton at 918-756-7862 or davidh@ covingtonaircraft.com Universal Turbine Parts - 4 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO 0(4); 3 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0(3); 1 ea PT6A-35 TSN 2849; 5 ea PT6A-41 TSO 0(3), 239, 384; 12 ea PT6A-42 TSO 0(8), 826, 2631, 2660, 3729; 4 ea PT6A67D TSO 0(2), 1916, 2997. We also buy PT6, JT15D, PW100 & PW500 ENGINES in any condition. Call Stacy Hollis Phone: (334) 315-3517 Fax: (334) 361-0290 or e-mail shollis@utpparts.com or sales@ utpparts.com
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Bell 206 Spray Helicopters For Sale! Bell 206 B’s or 206 L’s turnkey spray ready with Simplex System. AgNav or SATLOC GPS systems. Ready for you to chose your paint colors. Good component times remaining. Fresh annual with sale. Call Brian 561-723-1911
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EQUIPMENT - BOOMS SUPERBOOMS, Thrush Servos; Maintenance on Ag & G.A . Aircraf t Including Heavy Structural Repairs; Robinson Helicopter Service Center; Machining, Fabricating & Sheet Metal Gurus; Tri-State Aviation, ND 800-6425777 or tsa@tri-stateaviation.com www. tri-stateaviation.com Boom Clamps-The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com Custom Boom Systems–Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com
EQUIPMENT - NOZZLES 44 used Davidon atomizers and booms for sale. Booms measure 16 feet & 6 inches. All atomizers in excellent condition. Lost spraying contract. $14.000 Call Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 - FAX: 438344 Rotary nozzle set for sale. Great condition! Only used 3 months. Versatile with any boom. Lost spraying contract and need to sale. Call Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 CP NOZZLES and CHECK VALVES THE DRIFT FIGHTERS! - We carry a VERY LARGE INVENTORY and we have KN OWLEDG E ABLE SALE S PEO PLE! Improve your spray pattern and CUT DOWN ON YOUR HEADACHES! Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: parts@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com 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. Tri-Set Hydraulic Nozzle-Three Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available. Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock and ready to ship today! Call 1-800-4375319 Sky Tractor LLC Rotar y atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spectrum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance. Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 www.davidononline.com
EQUIPMENT - PARTS Agrinautics, Root, Crop Hawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401
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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 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com Let us help you meet increa singly stringent precision application demands. Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com
EQUIPMENT - PUMP SS All-Flo 2” NTP Diaphragm Pump P/N # SP-20, 180 GPM 2” 316 Stainless Steel/ PTFE Engineered for maximum fluid and chemical compatibility & freeze free operation, ranging from clean fluids to slurries, to solids applications. Bolted design provides ease of maintenance and leak free operation. NEW Price $5700 Selling 2 New in the box at $4000 each one used for $2500. Details: Air Inlet 3/4”, Weight 146, Max Flow 180 GPM, Max Air Pressure 120 psi, Max Solids 1/4”, Max Suction Lift Dry 13 ft, Max Suction Lift Wet 26 ft . Call Tanner at 701-520-0229
E V ERY TH I N G yo u n e e d fo r YO U R Aircraft-PARTS, ENGINE OVERHAULS, REPAIRS/REBUILDS/MODIFICATIONSSPECIALIZING in THRUSH and BRAVE! JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com
Load Hog out of 510 Thrush. $2500 or Best Offer. Call Mike at 352-494-3978
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
Handler IV Mix Tank, 230 gallon tank, 6.5 HP Honda, 3 inch pump with jug rinser. $2400 USD Call 863-467-7777 or email sunniand@wildblue.net
D i s p e r s a l E q u i p m e n t : We a t h a e r o Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, F l a g g e r s , N o z z l e s , Tr a n s l a n d , Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs, All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net.
EQUIPMENT - SPREADERS 41” SSF 13 vane spreader, fresh overhaul by SSF, looks almost new. $4,000 Call 573-225-8019 Grumman dry spreader for sale. Good condition! $750 OBO call Aaron Meyer at 308-367- 6538 or email ameyer@ windstream.net TRANSLAND PARTS AND EQUIPMENT - WE ARE A TRANSLAND DISTRIBUTOR A N D H AV E B E E N H E L P I N G A G OPERATORS WITH THEIR NEEDS FOR 60 PLUS YEARS! CALL AND LET OUR VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE H EL P YO U!!! E XCEL L ENT PR I CE S , KNOWLEDGE, AND SERVICE. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794, parts@johnstonaircraft.com, fax 559686-9360 or www.johnstonaircraft.com. Ask for our catalog. Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. Email gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call Monticello at 270-305-2749 Transland 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,900; Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 STAINLESS STEEL SPREADERS & REPAIR - STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATORS, INC. In business for over 30 years. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” spreader, standard throat and high volume. We do repairs on all models, including Transland and Swathmaster. Call for more information. 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232 New Gate Keeper technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, ea sy calibration, and accurate distribution. TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the market- Applies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately. Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 TurbineConversions.com
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FINANCE Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. Air Tractor offers competitive financing options in the U.S. and Canada from Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. Fly now and take seven years to pay, 10 years to amortize and have a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. Other attractive term periods are available, too. These financing options are available on both new and used Air Tractors purchased through Air Tractor dealers. See your Air Tractor dealer today!
GPS - AGNAV AG NAV GUIA. Includes small bright bar and unit harness and AG NAV Guia gold. Needs P500 unit Note: If need be I can sell complete with new p500 at cost. The (gold) is able to interface with the flow control. Call Brad Johnson at 712249-5766
GPS - DYNANAV Like new factor y reconditioned DynaFlight-AirAg-Pro system complete with new wiring harness, new GNSS Antenna and new display. Only the processor box is reconditioned, Special Price: $8,900 Call 604-465-0009 NOW introducing the new VEKTOR MAX GPS - faster, more capability and extremely user friendly. DYNA NAV VEKTOR MAX GPS - NEWEST system on the market with a FANTASTIC PRICE for all of it’s CAPABILITIES! EASY to use, RELIABLE, MUCH FASTER and HIGHER TECH. DYNA NAV FLOW CONTROL SYSTEMS ALSO AVAILABLE - PREMIUM QUALITY at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! JAS - NORTH AMERICAN DEALER Tel 559686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com / web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com
GPS - SATLOC Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800-325-0885
New 8.4” M3 Touchscreens in Stock – $1395 each. Buy as an upgrade, a replacement or for inventory. New Satloc Systems - Bantams, G4s, IntelliFlows and more in stock. From Insero - Call Anthony 480-285-4367 SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417 Intelliflow Flow Controls - In stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor LLC 1-800-4375319 Satloc GPS systems in stock, Bantam, G4, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar3. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/ Dealer 2015. Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800-437-5319 Sky Tractor LLC SATLOC G4, M3, and Bantam. Air Repair Inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and service. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com
HELP WANTED Looking for qualified 802 pilot with experience. At least 500 Hrs spray time in a 802. Some travel is required. Year round employment, with part of the year having a rotating schedule. Call 229838-6728 for further details. Based out of Lumpkin, GA. Seat available for the right individual. Must have 802/502 time. Only highly experienced turbine pilots need apply. Mississippi Delta area. Must be willing to relocate. Please send resume and references to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1482 or fax to 478-352-0025 Full time position in the El Reno area. Must have minimum of 2000 hours 402 turbine time. Guaranteed salary plus bonus. Health insurance provided. Position available immediately. Please contact Tanner Escott at (405) 255-8748. Looking to employee experienced pilots on Air Tractor 802 or turbine Thrush 550P for a minimum 3 consecutive fire fighting seasons in the Mediterranean region. Each fire season is 6 months. We offer competitive salary, house and car. Please submit your CV to aviators@hotmail.gr Attention: Mr. Paphitis IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience. AG PILOT INSTRUCTORS WANTED: Have a little time before the season starts? We are looking for Ag Pilot Instructors (Fixed Wing-CFI’s with Minimum 3 years Ag Experience) willing to teach the next generation of Ag Pilots how to be safe Ag Pilots and give back to the industry! Train to Ag Pilot Minimum standards established by us. Above average pay for above average instructors. Flexible training schedule. We ask for two week commitments at a time. Plan for the Fall and Winter also! Send resume to: bevsons@gmail.com or call 772-2855506 Pilot wanted for large Midwest turbine operation. Late model thrush and air tractors. Season will be June - early September. Paid housing with acre pay varying on experience. Please email resume and references to blindads@ agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1422 or fax 478-352-0025
Midwest operator has AT-502 seat available for the 2018 fungicide run. Experienced ag pilots send resume and references to lescady@yahoo.com AG AIR AIRCRAFT, INC. located at the Corning Municipal Airport in Corning, AR is looking for A&P and A&P IA Mechanics. Must have the following: Air Tractor experience, PT6A experience and 3 references. Contact Aaron Keahey at 870-857-3755. Email resumes to aaronagairaircraft@outlook.com C a n ad i a n Tu r b i n e P i l o t Wa n te d Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd, based in Taber, AB is a proactive organization with over 64 years of service, requires 2 Professional Agriculture Aerial Applicators to fly our Air Tractors 502/802. Job Duties, Certifications Required, Wage/ Salary can be found online at http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=621 E-mail resume including references to info@kinniburghspray. com. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd Taber Airport Box 4361 Taber, Alberta, Canada T1G 2C8 Phone: 403-223-8245 Fax: 403-223-1314
INSURANCE THE COLE AGENCY, INC. Specializing In: Aerial Applicators, Helicopter Operations, Pleasure & Business, Commercial Aviation, Airpor t s, Life Insur ance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots, Health Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots. When it comes to placing aviation insurance, you need to work with an insurance agent who specializes in that field. At the Cole Agency we make sure you receive the best aviation insurance packages, at the most competitive price. At the Cole Agency we don’t just talk aviation, we are pilots as well. When insuring aircraft, picking the right aviation specialist first is important. The limited number of aviation insurance companies will only deal with one agent at a time during the year. You want to make sure that you have a reputable aviation insurance specialist who works with these companies and underwriters every day to represent you, your aircraft and business. Give us a call. Cole Agency Inc. 319 Walnut Street Montezuma, Ga 31063 478- 472-2010 478- 472-8694 fax kevin@thecoleagency.com www. thecoleagency.com HARDY AVIATION INSURANCE, INC. “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford.”-Randy Hardy. Centrally Located in Wichita Kansas since 1995, Hardy Aviation Insurance ha s a s tro n g his to r y in th e ae r ial application industry by tailoring the best comprehensive plans to fit their client’s specific needs. Prompt, courteous service from a dedicated and knowledgeable staff whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application industry. Hardy Aviation Insurance has expanded coverages beyond aviation insurance to include: Homeowners, Auto, Marine, Life, Farm & Ranch, Long-Term Care and Business Insurance. Call 1 800 7216733 or fax us at 316-945-2330. Get an online quote from our web site at www. hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com
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Experienced ag pilot wanted for the Texas panhandle area. Looking for a self-driven, long term pilot. Full benefits available. Applicant needs to have herbicide experience and be able to work independently. Send resume to gkrech@ wilburellis.com
DAVIDSON SOLID ROCK INSURANCE DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 64 Years Risk Management, Low-time Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net.
MISCELLANEOUS Adjustable Height Creeper - Work on your plane or equipment with more comfort and ease! Easy to operate, 10 quick adjustments, Height range 4.5” to 20”, Heavy duty design, Low maintenance, Made in USA! Great customer service! Use promo-code AAJAN18 for $20 discount. 435-744-1019 www.aerocreeper.com Bruce’s Custom Cover for an AT-401, 502 or 602 model - Brand New, Never Used! Asking $350 Call Ward at 402-871-0039 or email wacii@prestox.com Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ FREE SAMPLE http://www.GARRCO.com/freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco. com Toy pla stic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com Lot for sale: One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway. Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway. Located in Peach County, Georgia. Public water, septic sewer, paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $25,000 OBO. 478.987.2250 Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s i n n ov a t i ve a n d e x t r e m e l y s i m p l e solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com 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
Your new Air Tractor is ready! YOUR #1 AIR TRACTOR DISTRIBUTOR IN SALES AND SERVICE AIRCRAFT 2018 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVE YOUR POSITION NOW ................................................ $CALL$ 2017 AT-802A, FTO, HATFIELD FUEL, LANE BRAKE, CP’S, 308 FUEL, GARMIN COMM .........................................................................................................$1,417,300 2017 AT-802A, 400 TTAF&E, -65AG, LOADED ...........................................................$1,315,000 2010 AT-802A, 2,990 TTAF&E, -67AG, FRESH HOT AND ANNUAL ............................... $925,000 2016 AT-502XP, 600 TTAF&E, G4/FLOW, VG’S, SMOKER, KAWAK, ANNUAL ...............$920,000 2014 AT-402B, 1,750 TTAF&E, 3 PIECE W/S, SMOKER, HEATER, LANE BRAKE/FAN .. $570,000. ENGINES R-1340, ZERO TIME SINCE OVERHAUL BY COVINGTON ................................................$66,500 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 VANE SPREADER FOR 38” GATE, NEW ....................................................$9,900 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROP HAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS ........................................... $CALL$
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D R P - 9 5 5 D R I F T R E TA R D A N T PENETRATOR-SPREADER/STICKER-UV Protectant For drift reduction, deposition increase, University tested. Big Gun in the war on Drift! Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com HOTSTUFF AG AIRCRAFT CLEANER Call to order the # 1 Ag Aircraft cleaner in the country, Used by over 400 operators Coast to Coast. Blue Stripe Distributing 877-924-5025
Crop Duster Video - “The Crop Dusters - The Early Years 1921-1955”; the era of Stearmans and Cubs flying the fields will never be seen again. Available in VHS or DVD. Only $20.00, plus S&H. MC and Visa accepted. Call 478-987-2250 Fax 478987-1836 Historical Video Productions.
Vino? They do say ag pilots age like wine. Place your favorite wine in these high quality Rolf wine glasses etched with an ag plane, sold as a Set of 4. $49.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. $39.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. $29.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Help your little pilot fly high in dream world with these Bi-Plane PJ’s... Assorted sizes available. $34.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250 or www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
Established Turnkey AG Operation for sale. Multiple crops and mosquito control. Located at 51A Hawkinsville, GA. Well maintained and equipped. 1975 Ag Truck, 60x40 drive through shelter with adjacent 18x40 Mixing/Storage Shed. S/S Dual Exhaust, Smoker, Wag, Crophawk 7B, S/S Spray System Except Pump, 30 CP-03’s, 4 Rotary Nozzles, Locking Tailwheel, Steerable Big Wheel, VG’s, A/C - No Heat, Tinted Glass, Hardwired ANR, Beacon Strobe, Wingtip Strobes, NAV/INST/ Landing Lights, Hopper Light $180,000 For current times, details and photos call Jimmy Coody at 478-285-3731 Ever wanted to star t your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane and train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506
PARTS - AIRFRAME Dromader USA LLC for all of your Dromader M18 engine and airframe parts. Spark plugs, fuel and air filters, brake pads and more. STC’s for VG’s, remote Mount Oil Filter, MTOW. Call Jeff or Corey at 317579-6666 or dromader@bycan-sellen.net
Keep your drink hot or cold in this insulated 16oz Air Tractor Tervis Tumbler. $14.99 plus S&H Made in the USA, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
Aviator Backpack and matching coin purse (sold separately). For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace. com
DeSpain Collection Customizable Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. $19.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250 or www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
Air Tractor auxiliary hydraulic system. 20lbs/hr LESS fuel burn, improved spray pattern, reduced maintenance cost, cockpit adjustable flow controls. Inquires call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com
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2011 AT-802A-0415 N802TR -67 AG 3741 Hrs. T.T. A & E, 998 Hrs. since light OH, 0 Hrs. H.S.I. and prop reseal. Satloc Bantam, Fast Start, comm radio, transponder ......................................................................................$850,000 2013 AT-802A-0522 N335QF -67 AG 3100 + Hrs T.T. A & E, 323 + Hrs. H.S.I. w/ new CT blades, full fire conf., Vondran Hyd gate, Wingman, Ag Nav GPS, single point fuel, comm radio, smoker, Lane electric brake & fan white/red paint, 308 gal fuel. Spray, Fertilizer or SEAT. .........................................................................................$850,000
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Set of Super B Ag Cat Wings. All metallized, large fuel capacity, fresh paint and ready to go! $50,000 Call Bill Kingrey at 979257-6695 A matched pare of Cessna 188 wings with wing struts. In good shape. I do not know the hours on the wings. Both sets for $20,000. Call 318-372-4073 Front seat for a Citabria 7 series and a Maule tail wheel, tire size 8x3.00x4 single arm in fair condition with good bearings and race. Both for $175 Call Don at 402841-5144 or email flyagrp@cableone.net Smokers/Driftfinders - Minimize your off target drift risk. FAA/PMA’d and STC’d for installation on most Agricultural aircraft. 44 years in business and over 6,200 units in service. For more information Please call Compro Aviation, Inc. 785899-2294 or visit us on the web at www. comproaviation.com AgCat Frameworks Sale! From factory fixtures, installation ready. Also up-grades (Lo n g f u e l , Co o l - S e at s , H o p p e r s , Empennage, Wires, Mounts, Spare Parts & Dispersal Components). AgCat Sales & Service since 1971. AmAg: 870-886-2418 or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Fresh refurbished AT-402 hopper with lid. $7,500 Call 620-285-5609 Prop Tether Kits in stock, ships today. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www. skytractor.com, email@skytractor.com, Fax 701-636-5881 AT-502B wings with new spar. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net We have a set of Wings off of a 2012 Thrush 510P with less than 1000 hours total time on 29,000 hour factory spars. Available for outright purcha se or exchange! Installation/Delivery Available! Asking $99,950 or Best Offer! ASI JET is capable of Wing Repairs, installing Spar Cap for Wing Spar AD compliance, extending fuel tanks, and much more! call for more details or to reserve your slot! **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyerWe specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255 PMA Piper Brave and Weatherly tailsprings in stock. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 FAA approved STC’d wire cutters for Air Tractors. Storm Cutters are the newest advancement in wire cutter technology (Patent Pending). These cutters mount to the landing gear and have adel clamps positioned along the trailing edge of the gear to secure the brake lines which do away with the standard black zip ties currently used. We now have Storm Cutters in stock and available for Air Tractor models 301-802. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-3685556 to order your set, or check us out at www.hersheyflyingservice.com Piper airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com
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Rudder and Elevator off of an AT-301 for sale. $1,000 Call Mike for details at 352494-3978.
Cessna Parts - Engines, propellers, and MUCH MORE-AUTHORIZED SERVICE AND PARTS CENTER. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559- 686 -9360, e-mail: par ts@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com Set of rebuilt, remanufactured AT-402 wings. 0 time on new spars and large fuel capacity. $85,000 Call Bill Kingrey at 979-257-6695 Cessna air frame par ts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts. com Retrofit Hopper Door for AT-502 and AT-602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556 Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractors and Thrush Aircraft. Balanced Mount/Pressure Cowls for Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees. Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to service fuel nozzles & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com. REBUILT 29” THRUSH LANDING GEAR IN STOCK & we can REPAIR / REBUILD yours to LIKE NEW STATUS. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email parts@johnstonaircraft.com / www.johnstonaircraft.com Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 BRAVE and PAWNEE PARTS-Engines, Props, Spar kits, Fuel cells, Foam kits, Wings, Turbine and 400 CONVERSIONS, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft. com Large inventory of Air Tractor parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com 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. Thrush parts for sale! Ayres Metal Tail, Overhauled Fuselage Frame, Thrush Landing Gear, Flaps/Thrush, Ailerons/ Thrush, Fabric Tail Complete Heavy Flying Wires, -34 Pratt & Whitney Engine (2 each), Spar Cap Replacement. Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com
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LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Parts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. Agrinautics, Automatic Flagman, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Satloc GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, S er vAero, Spr aying Sys tems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www.skytractor. com, email@skytractor.com, 701-6365881 (fax) Lockable full swivel tail wheels for Thrush or Ag Cat, 500-5 or 600-6 wheel available all STC approved Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 to order. Tools for reaming attach bolts Wing Main (Centerwing to Outboard wing) attachment joints for Dromader M-18 per repair service bulletin #e/02.170/2000 Available for rent. Contact Nancy at Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 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
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PARTS - ENGINE Firewall Forward - Frakes conversion for a Super B. $30,000 Call Bill Kingrey at 979-257-6695 Starter Generator, part #23046-28 for a PT6 engine. OHC by S&T. PRICE REDUCED to $4,500! For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Wright 1820 Engine and Prop inventory of parts that include Cylinders, Carburetors, Magnetos, Starters, Oil Cooler, and various other parts. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830625-4138.
PARTS - OTHER SB+ & SC+ New H.D. AgriJet Conversions in stock and ON SALE. Installed or FWF Kits. Prices will never be lower!. Call 870-886-2418 or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com Miscellaneous parts for 802 and others, most brand new: engine mounts, landing gears, 118” propellers, spr ay kit s, Micronair AU5000, pilot and mechanic complete training courses, FTD Level II simulator for AT-802. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer The mid-west Air tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department. For all your Air Tractor parts needs call 877-715-8476, email farmairparts@ mymctc.net or visit our website www. farmairinc.com
Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit. To get yours today, call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com
SBAccessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com
Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. Starting at $29.99 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
Cockpit adjustable flow control kit. Manual control or GPS variable rate ready. Integrates into existing hydraulic systems. More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385-5051 www.kawakaviation.com
11 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. For more information call Kawak Aviation Technologies at 541-385-5051 or visit www.kawakaviation.com H U G E I N V E N T O RY O F B U C K E Y E EQUIPMENT AND PARTS. WE SELL NEW COUPLERS AND ADAPTERS PLUS PARTS, and WE REBUILD YOUR COUPLERS/ ADAPTERS FOR ABOUT 1/2 OF NEW! Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com
PROPELLERS Used 5 Blade Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C, 572 hrs since overhaul $25,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091 For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Prop. Hartzell HC-B5MP-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 at 210-924-5561 or email sales@dixieair. com
New and used 3 and 5 blade PT6A propellers. For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 3D40 6101 Blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-4296805 12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 Q UA LIT Y PRO PELLER S FO R SA LE : 22D40AG200-2 OHC................. $27,500 22D40-6533A12 OHC................ $27,500 12D40AG100-2 OHC................. $23,500 12D40-6101A12 OHC................ $23,500 12D40AG100-4S 375-SOH........ $18,500 12D40AG100-2 828-SOH.......... $18,500 2D30AG100-2 OHC .................. $22,500 HC-B3TN-3D/T10282N+4 New...Call for price. HC-B3TN-5M/T10282N+4 New... Call for price. AmAg: 870 -886 -2418 (-2489 Fax)Ag Cat Sales / Service since 1971frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
SEAT WANTED Looking for 2018 Seat, 9304 TT, 7680 Ag Time, 136 Turbine Time. Round, Flat or Turbine. Resume available upon request. Call Cory at 507-456- 6906 or email coryb70@hotmail.com Seat Wanted - 1000 hours of turbine time and 1000 hours of radial engine time. Willing to relocate after March 2018. References and resume available upon request. call Gary at 620-290-8405 Looking for late model turbine seat in irrigated area. 10,000 plus accident free hours. Experienced in Thrush, Ag Cat, AT-301, AT-402, AT-502A&B, AT-602 and AT-802. California license and rice experience. References available upon request. Email blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#1464 or fax to 478352-0025 Husband and wife team, both experienced ag pilot s, looking to work and f ly together for an operation with two open pilot positions. Both have a variety of experience and are active leaders in ag aviation organizations. Email coppick@ gmail.com for more information. Ag Pilot / A&P seeking an opportunity with a reputable operation. 979 TT, 645 Ag, 80 Turbine. Herbicide Experience, Extensive Farm Backrground. Ag Aircraft Maintenance Experience. NAAA member. PAASS attendance. Relocation possible. Resume with References Available. javiation@icloud.com Looking for my first ag seat in 2018. Ag training and a turbine transition in my logbook. Safe pilot, team player, dependable, and willing to relocate. Ground crew experience. Class A CDL with Hazmat. Resume available upon request. Call or text Blake at 662-279-9411 or email bnorthington_06@live.com Best Classified Buy In The Industry. 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
Experienced turbine ag pilot looking for spring seat. Resume and references available upon request. 580-819-3034 or pennerfam3@gmail.com
SERVICE Southeastern Aircraf t Sales and Service. Late model aircraft sold by Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service will have a New Annual Inspection, Fresh Hot Section Inspection and a 100 HOUR OR 90 DAY WARRANTY. Now That’s Peace Of Mind! Call Now 1-800-441-2964 Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 AgCat parts and service center. World wide parts and service for any model of AgCat. Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556 We rebuild and refinish any fibreglass part for Weatherly, Cessna, Piper and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B,C and D). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 FAA repair station for all ag equipment. Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800325-0885 Cascade Conversion for Thrush and Air Tractor. Fuel Saving, Cooler running, more power available. Mid-Continent Aircraf t Corp. Hay ti, MO 800 -325 0885 Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller B alancing with Chadwick H elmuth 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.
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TRAINING Flight Training - Conventional Gear Aircraft. Cessna L19/O1-A. Experienced Ag Pilot CFI. $350.00/Hour. Contact Joe Woolslayer at 918-704 - 0308 or joecropduster@hotmail.com Riggin Flight Service, flight school offering private, commercial, instrument, Ag, multi-engine, tailwheel, etc. We tailor our courses to meet your needs. www. RigginFlightService.com (605)256-9774. EASA 147 training center for mechanics, 96 hours theory and practice. Flight school with FTD level 2 (EASA) simulator. Simulation for fire OPS. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com Star t to finish AG PILOT TRAINING utilizing AgCat Gr164A Dual, Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit & PA-25 Single for Solo/Dump/Spray. Citabria for Private all in Tailwheel, Tailwheel Proficiency, and UpSet/Spin Recovery and Ag Biennial. Satloc and TracMap GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137. See videos at: www. eaglevistas.com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772-285-5506
OUR KIT IS AN FAA APPROVED AMOC TO AD 2009-26-11 AND AS SUCH TERMINATES THE AD AND ALL FUTURE INSPECTIONS.
Contact Eugene Shanks, Sr. for more info: 979-533-1720 or 979-532-1718
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Hamilton Standard, 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533A Blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805
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Auger Dan SS Loader Truck 2005 IH 4300 DT466 engine 139,000 miles. Excellent Condition, standard transmission with air brakes, air park brake. All the bells and whistles under 26,000lb. GVW. 1000 gallon SS fuel, SS rear deck. Injector ports for urease inhibitor. Ready to go to work! $75,000 870-897-4548.
We build loader trucks to your specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR.
2003 Auto Car M-11 Cummins, Allison auto, heavy duty everything, new build up Jan. 2017, no chemical run through system, air over hydraulic operation. Call 409-267-7643 I n te r n ati o n al 430 0 DT4 6 6 m oto r, automatic transmission, A/C, new auger system, flip over auger with scales and fuel, low miles and ready to go. Several New Ones To Choose From! 870-931-8485
Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller Balancing with Chadwick Helmuth engine printout equipment. Jeffries Airworks, Dynamic Balancing, Vibration Analysis. Much more than just a balance. Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location.
We b u i l d l o a d e r t r u c k s t o y o u r specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-6972004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West, Hickory Ridge, AR
Wanted - AT-802, Preferably Northern with less than 1000 hrs. and large fuel. Will trade 2011 Thrush -34 or 1979 Thrush -34. Could buy outright if need be or lease. Call Ron at 641-325-0261 for times. Both in excellent condition. Wanted: To trade AT-301 for AT-402 or 502 Call Gary or Kevin at 785-626-3344 A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: PT6A Engines a n d /o r P T6 A E x c e s s I n v e n t o r y Wanted for Purchase. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381 Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation 870-5729011 or 479-935-4891
Chevrolet Tandem loader truck with gas pumps. All necessary equipment, AV fuel tanks and pumps, 1000 gallon water tank, with 250 gallon mix tank, Honda pump and valves. Platform for landing extended 2 feet on each side, foldable for transport. $24,995 Call Carl at 979-219-9351
EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal.net
Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133, Cell: 870-919-2317 or visit http://www.augerdanllc.com
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ZEE SYSTEMS, INC.
406 W. Rhapsody San Antonio, TX 78216 USA AIRCRAFT AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING FAA Approved Part 21 Manufacturer FAA-PMA PQ0490SW
www.zeesystemsinc.com 800-988-2665(COOL) - 210-342-9761 MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Since 1972
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The Zee Company, Inc. 123 Braniff Dr. San Antonio, TX 78216 USA COMPONENT OVERHAUL SHOP FAA ARS EA2R787K & EASA 145.5097 ELECTRICAL – FUEL – HYDRAULIC - MECHANICAL ENVIRONMENTAL - PRESSURIZATION – ELECTRONICS
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