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So you want to be a SEAT pilot?

Aerial fire control in Chile, in a big way In Chile, forest fire protection is big business.

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9 Air Tractor goes Hollywood 19 The “custom” in Custom Air, Inc. 25 DRP-955 opens doors for Davidon

A big promotional effort surrounding the release of Disney’s Planes.

Custom Air, Inc. tailwheel gives a solid ride with no shimmy

Davidon is the manufacturer of DRP-955 adjuvant and the Hi-Tek atomizer.

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Gardisser named distinguished alumnus by college of engineering Banquet honors leaders in engineering and business fields

A special section devoted to aerial firefighting and forestry

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F-15 Aerial fire control in Chile, in a big way 6 Calendar of Events 7 From the Cockpit 8 AgAir Mail

31 AAU Marketplace 32 The Hopper 34 Classifieds

On the cover -T-424 over West Texas.

On this page - Testing for altitude and pitch at Ft. Stockton

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Where am I, did you Photoshop me out? (Page B-3, April) I just see my beautiful wife and kids.

I hope you and the rest of the family are doing well! The new issue looks good and we sure appreciate Deb taking such good care of us with our advertising!

Can’t say I’d blame ya though.

Bryan Hauschild Fergus Falls, MN Hello Bryan; The short answer? I didn’t want to mess up such a great photo with you in it! Ha. Actually, it was a space issue with my graphics person editing the photos. When I saw the collage for final proofing, I didn’t realize you were “cropped” out (no pun intended).

On April 15, John (Garr) and Dennis (Gardisser) are hosting the fly-in that was a live auction item at NAAA. They are going to be in Delaware. I don’t suppose you have any free lancers floating around the DC area! If not, we’d love to write up something after the fact.

Could you use a piece with nice images that talks about the issues that popped up?

Thank you, Jennifer Marsik Friess GarrCo Flower Mound, TX

Call a good friend (I emphasize ‘good’) and have them submit you in AAU’s new pilot profile on line at www.agairupdate.com. Then, I’ll have a great photo of you and your cowboy hat!—Bill

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Hello Jennifer; Good to hear from you. I hope you are taking good care of the John and Jane. Unfortunately, no one from AAU will be in the DC area next week. However, I would greatly appreciate photos and text for an article. Try to keep the word count under 1,000, especially with photos. Needs to fall around 700. If you want to get a little technical, that would be good; something the reader can “take to the bank”.— Bill

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I spoke with Brittni just now...she is doing a good job on the phone.

Although I didn’t need to renew my ad, I know Graham and you will be pleased to know, I renewed my subscription for another year of AgAir Update .

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doubled I know that you have probably already found this out, but somehow the article on Joe Huysmans repeats itself on page A-18. I guess you were just making sure that someone is reading.

Terry Gage President California Agricultural Aircraft Association Hello Terry Yes, that was a test and you passed! Actually, we missed it in proofing.

Unfortunately, it happens.

Thanks for the heads up. Hope all is good with you.—Bill

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Hey! I am Brittany with Croom Aviation in Donalsonville, Georgia. My son, Reed (28 months at time in photo) loves to watch his pappy and crew fly over our home during the busiest time...summer. He was swimming (naked) and heard the plane coming, ran and jumped on the cow gate and waved proudly because he saw one of his pappy’s planes. This picture is the talk of the airport and we wanted to share it with you .

At his fingertips is an ‘89 Ayres Thrush. Hope it brings a good laugh. Thanks Brittany Phillips, Donalsonville, Georgia

Great article about Miles Morris! Miles was in the Syngenta Leadership Program with me in 2008-2009, he was a really neat guy to get to know. His operation in Arizona is certainly different from ours in the delta.

Brenda Watts Watson, AR Thanks Brenda. However the kudos go to Tracy Thurman who occasionally flies for Morris Ag-Air and has a regular column in AAU. We were pleased to feature the well deserving company. Hope you are having a safe and profitable season. Give Rick my regards.—Bill

yank Can you send us some additional copies here at Carroll Flying Service of Jake’s (Perry) article? He’s got a proud momma and daddy that took my copy! We enjoyed reading it....I did find it funny that you called him a “Yank”!

Sandy Boyette Lake Providence, LA Hello Sandy, My office should have mailed Jake extra copies along with color flyers of the article. I will send Barry and you some at Carroll F/S. The term “Yank” should be the nomenclature an Aussie would call us Americans. Maybe I should have checked that first, memory not what it used to be. I didn’t think about it in reference to our Yank/ Reb thingy!—Bill A comprehensive range of specialist CDA rotary atomiser systems for ULV and Low Volume aerial spraying.

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20 years We will be changing the Johnston Aircraft Services ad at this time.

I need to find a picture, as we want to prominently feature the Century Spar Cap Kit in our new ad.

I sure enjoyed the article on Ted Blanch. I miss that man - he was truly one of a kind and a real true friend!! Thanks for reprinting that “20 years ago” article.

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Air Tractor goes Hollywood “We’re really pleased that Disney approached Air Tractor to help with this project. When the Dusty Air Tractor flies past air show spectators, they’ll be entertained and learn how aerial spray planes play a big role in helping feed the world -- as well as how we do our job in a professional and responsible way to protect our environment.”

The Dusty Air Tractor airplane is scheduled to appear at 11 air shows across the U.S. and Canada beginning Memorial Day weekend, and continuing through the summer and fall months.

An Air Tractor AT-301 from south Texas has gone Hollywood as part of a big promotional effort surrounding the release of Disney’s Planes animated comedy adventure movie. The AT301 airplane, owned by veteran ag pilot Rusty Lindeman, has undergone a star makeover in the form of a turbine engine conversion to an Air Tractor model AT-400A, along with a fresh new paint scheme so that it now resembles the movie’s hero, a crop duster named Dusty.

For thousands of air show attendees this summer, Disney’s Planes will zoom to life with Dusty’s flying performance at select air shows across the United States. Lindeman will be in the pilot’s seat flying aerial demonstrations for the crowds.

“Our entire industry was excited to learn that the little crop duster ‘Dusty’ is the hero of Disney’s Planes,” commented Kristin Edwards, Air Tractor’s Vice-President, Sales. “We’re happy to help in bringing Dusty to life for the air show performances and hope that the audience will have fun and learn a bit more about the role of aerial application in modern agriculture.”

In addition to an Interactive Disney Display Hangar offering a variety of activities, Air Tractor will provide kids and parents with puzzles, other giveaways and information explaining Air Tractor’s role in helping farmers grow an abundant, safe and healthy crop and to protect our environment and natural resources.

Disney’s Planes takes off in theaters on August 9, 2013. For information about the movie, go to Disney.com/planes.

Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch sees a powerful opportunity to reach a lot of people with a positive message about our industry.

A new paint scheme was but one step in transforming Rusty Lindeman’s AT-301 into an AT-401A to fly at air shows as Disney’s Dusty.

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Flying through sequestration Compared to 2012, the 2013 fire season is off to a slow start. By this time last year, several large fires were ongoing across Western states such as New Mexico and Colorado. However, this year the first week of May saw snow accumulation along with subfreezing temperatures across those states, as well as much of the Rockies and the Midwest. The Predictive Services Office of the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) released their fire forecast for the country in early May. It shows a few hotspots in California, Arizona and New Mexico for the early part of the season with activity migrating to the Pacific northwest by late season. Most of the country shows normal to below normal fire activity. The forecast is good through the end of August.

It has been about a year and three months since the United States Forest Service (USFS) issued its solicitation for bids for the next generation of heavy air tankers.

As I write this in early May, no action has been taken and we are well into fire season. For many months now, the USFS has been saying the solicitations would be out “soon”. I imagine the vendors who have invested tons of time and

money in their equipment are getting a little nervous. The USFS has extended the contracts for the “legacy” air tankers.

That is how they refer to the remaining 1950s era P2-Vs that are currently the only heavy air tankers available. As it stands now there are only eight of them nationwide.

In the Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) world there are two types of contracts administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The Call When Needed (CWN) contract is just what it says; when the need arises the aircraft and crew will be placed on duty and when the need goes away they can be released. The Exclusive Use (EU) on the other hand guarantees the vendor from thirty to ninety days of availability with an option to extend. The availability and flight time costs are much less on an EU. The EU contract is a better value to the government when there is fire activity but if it a slow season they are stuck with the aircraft for the duration of the contract. Last year there were about fifteen EUs with the majority of the contracts being CWN. In 2013 the government has chosen to double the number of EU contracts to about thirty.

It remains to be seen how the sequestration will affect wildland firefighting. With budget cuts in every agency involved, it is bound to have some consequence. The USFS has already announced it would have about 500 fewer boots on the ground this summer and there have been rumors that it is the reason for the delay in the nextgeneration heavy air tankers contracts.

Historically, when lives and property were threatened the suppression funds were made available.

I hope by June all aircraft are on contract including the next generation heavies.

Let’s all be safe out there. We lost too many fellow aerial firefighters last season. Have a prosperous season and maybe I’ll see you in the mountains.

Marc June 2013

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So you want to be a SEAT pilot?

by Marc Mullis Today Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) contracts require the contractor to create and implement a Safety Management System (SMS). This system covers all aspects of company activities including operations, training, safety, planning and response. Our company manual at M & M Air Service is more than six hundred pages and is very cumbersome, so we converted it to digital discs which each pilot and driver has while on contract.

The contents of the disk are available for viewing on a laptop computer while in the field. This, combined with a compact scanner and printer, makes for a mobile and efficient overall system that clicks with the government’s move to a paperless system.

Required content in the SMS includes a company training program for newly

hired fire pilots. As our company’s Fire Instructor Pilot, I was tasked with developing and administering this program. It consists of twenty-five hours of classroom interaction and twenty-five hours of flight time in one of our Air Tractor AT-802 air tankers. The applicant must meet the minimum experience requirements listed in the contract. It usually takes between ten days and two weeks for a pilot to complete the course, depending on weather and the learning curve of the student. Mornings are spent in the classroom and afternoons in the cockpit. Each item in the curriculum must be covered through the course of the program.

In early March I received a phone call from fellow Texan, Todd Landry. After introducing himself, he explained he had spoken with with our company

T-424 getting a load at the Ft. Stockton SEAT Base.

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owner about a job as a SEAT pilot and had been instructed to contact me about attending our training program. He said he had been flying an AT-802 in the State Department’s drug spraying eradication program in South America and had grown weary of being shot at by the drug cartels. After comparing schedules, we agreed on a date to meet in Ft. Stockton, Texas (FST) to begin the training. Ft. Stockton is where we hangar our SEAT aircraft and is also close to mountainous terrain which would be needed for some of the simulated fire operations.

The office in the hangar also serves as a classroom.

A few weeks later Todd arrived at FST on a Friday afternoon. After he checked into a hotel, we had dinner and discussed the upcoming day’s work schedule. I supplied him with a copy of the current

Call When Needed (CWN) contract and instructed him to look through it when he returned to the hotel room. Our step with training the next morning would be contract content. The contract is the bible we operate under and a complete understanding of its contents is vital to a new SEAT pilot.

Saturday morning Todd and I met in the office to go over the contract item by item. After a morning of delving into the finite wording of the contract, we moved onto aircraft familiarization. Tanker 424 was used for the training and Todd spent the next few hours getting used to the placement of switches and radio operations. Per contract, all company aircraft must have consistent locations of all pertinent controls. A pilot moving from one aircraft to another should have no problem with orientation. The rest of the afternoon was spent with Todd flying the aircraft and getting used to its feel and operation. The student was given more material to study upon his return to his hotel room.

As day two dawned, we were in the classroom discussing a long list of subjects that included fuel types, fire behavior, incident command system, airspace over a fire, radio procedures and much more. The morning sessions went by fast as Todd was very interested in learning all he could and asked a lot of questions. Incorporated into the sessions were videos, many of them taken over

actual fires that included audio between the various aircraft. These are important learning tools because they give the student a feel for what it is like to be operating in the fire traffic area.

After lunch we moved into the cockpit to learn about the operation of the hydraulic gate system. We discussed coverage levels versus line length and emergency procedures in case of a malfunction.

Todd spent the afternoon dropping loads of water to develop his accuracy skills and getting used to the aircraft pitching up when the load is released. Most agpilots have never practiced dumping a full load from their aircraft. If not prepared for the effect, loss of control is possible. Todd started with a small load and gate opening and progressed up to a full load and maximum coverage level.

When the gate is opened to its widest deflection, its aerodynamics add to the pitching of the aircraft. I placed a barrel by the runway for a target and we went to work. With a radio in hand, I stood near the barrel and gave Todd tips on altitude and start points. By the end of the day he had it down pat.

As the days progressed, the missions became more complex and realistic.

After nailing accuracy and altitude, we advanced to splitting loads. Oftentimes SEAT pilots are asked to put one load of retardant on more than one target. I have split one load into as many as six drops. This can be accomplished with

the computer on the gate controller, but I wanted Todd to be able to master the split procedure manually. It is a skill that only comes with practice.

After our morning classroom sessions I always give a briefing on the afternoon’s activity. Having covered all the basics, it was time to start flying on simulated fires. For these missions, I served as dispatch and aerial supervision using my experimental RV-4 as an aerial platform.

I could select the location for the simulation by going to Google Earth™ and select a latitude and longitude in suitable terrain. I filled out an aircraft dispatch form, handed it to Todd and timed him on how long it took him to set up his aircraft with frequencies and lat-long positions. Our first few missions were carried out in relatively flat terrain.

I played the part of Air Tactical Group Supervisor or Air Attack. Without actual smoke and flames on the ground, it can be very difficult to convey a target description to the student, so I used physical features such as roads and fence lines for targets.

Mission after mission was flown with each one becoming more difficult for Todd. Distractions such as frequency mix-ups and diversions became the norm, along with the terrain becoming more extreme. As we moved into the mountains, my role switched from Air Attack to Lead Plane. With a Lead Plane the tanker pilot doesn’t have to receive a

Typical terrain in the Glass Mountains where the training takes place.

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target description, you just follow Lead and he shows you where to put the retardant. I had made arrangements with the Texas Forest Service to send engine crews out to our simulations and participate in our training. However, at the last minute they had other priorities arise. Even so, I did my best to make each mission as realistic as possible.

The RV-4 used for an aerial supervision platform during the training.

After we had completed each item in the curriculum, I issued Todd a completion certificate. He and I both felt assured that he was now ready for a real fire mission. He had already attended the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) training program in Boise, Idaho and completed the required online tests. All that remains with his carding process is an oral exam and check-ride with an inspector from the Office of Aircraft Services (OAS). Upon completing these items, he will be issued a Level II card, which will allow him to serve as an apprentice for one year. After twentyfive successful documented missions he will receive a Level I card, which will allow him to fly initial attack missions.

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When I first entered the National SEAT program many years ago there was no required training to be carded. If you had the proper credentials and could pass the oral and check-ride you were in. I was carded in Buckeye, Arizona one day and flying on a fire in New Mexico the next day.

I could fly the airplane, but knew nothing about the fire aviation world other than what I had learned on my own. It was truly on the job training. Soon after that, the BLM initiated the National SEAT Academy in Safford, Arizona. It was better than nothing, but was not a really good learning environment.

After several years of trying to make it work, the BLM abandoned it and shifted all initial training to individual vendors. This change has been a huge success and seems to be getting better each year.

Aerial fire control in Chile, in a big way

by Bill Lavender In Chile, forest fire protection is big business. In order to do it, a fleet of helicopters and fixed wing aircraft is required if a company is going to participate in fighting these wildland and urban interface fires. Fumigacion Aereas Analusa Sociedad Agronima (FAASA) is one of the major aviation companies in Chile that private forestry plantations depend on to protect their forest from fires.

Grupo FAASA was founded in Spain in 1945 by Sebastion Almagro. Then, the company started with a Pawnee and Ag-Cat for crop spraying. As less crops were being sprayed, Almagro expanded the business into aerial firefighting in 1966. He started with Puma and Super Huey helicopters.

Today, FAASA has over 60 operational bases in Spain, with its primary base in Palma del Rio in the province of Cordoba and employes over 300. Of these, just over 100 are pilots; 4-5 engineers, 6-7 supervisors and 20 mechanics.

FAASA operates a fleet of more than 65 aircraft of which seven are AT-802s. Five of those are dual cockpit models. The rest of

their fleet are helicopters: Bell 212, 222, 412, Augusta 119 Koala (24) and three Kamovs. Three of these nearly 60 helicopters are outfitted as med-evac units.

Grupo FAASA Chile employees over 100 people: one engineer, five supervisors, 18 mechanics and 42 pilots.

In 2006, FAASA expanded its firefighting operations into Chile forming Grupo FAASA Chile. A portion of the Spanish fleet travels to Chile to work fires from November to April. This compliments the Spanish fire season that runs from May to October. Five AT-802s, of which four are dual cockpit models, are ferried from Spain to the Chilean base at the Carriel Sur International Airport in Concepcion, 500 km south of the capital city of Santiago. They are never all ferried at the same time. Twenty-one helicopters are shipped on different ships with a minimum of 15 days between shippings, protecting the

(R) Jaime Lopez Bubert has been with FAASA for five years after working as a spray pilot flying an AT-802.

Today, he flies very little, mostly as a back up pilot.

He is kept busy managing the pilots and day to day operations of the company.

Along with Jaime is Francisco Carrasco Contereras, who is the Logistics and Spares Manager. He resolves issues and provides solutions.

He is also responsible for importing parts, speciality tools and aircraft.

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Jaime Lopez Bubert is Chief Pilot and Operations Manager for Grupo FAASA has modified its Augusta 119 Koala helicopter to be able to store its Bambi bucked in a side compartment of the aircraft instead of a transport box mounted to its skids.

fleet from a maritime disaster. There are 17 Agusta 119 Koalas and four Bell 212s used in Chile.

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Grupo FAASA Chile employees over 100 people: one engineer, five supervisors, 18 mechanics and 42 pilots. All pilots work in Spain during its fire season. The pilots flight time is regulated by the Chilean DGAC (FAA). No more than 12 hours on call are allowed with only eight of those being flight hours. The pilots are allowed a maximum of 30 consecutive days of being on call before they are required to take a 12-day off duty rest.

FAASA pilots are required to have a minimum of 1,000 flight hours and an aerial firefighting certificate. The company has an ongoing training program that each pilot must participate in annually. Training is done at the Spanish primary base, Palma del Rio. A FAASA-owned company, C.A.E.N.A. (Compania de Enseñanza Aeronautica) can train a pilot from his first flight to the aerial firefighting cockpit.

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The pilots are allowed a maximum of 30 consecutive days of being on call before they are required to take a 12-day off duty rest.

FAASA, Chile or Spain, no longer conducts any crop spraying. It is solely an aerial firefighting company. In Chile, the company has three, major clients and CONAF (Corporacion Nacional Forestal, the Chilean government’s firefighting department).

Chile has over 16 million hectares of forests. There are over 2,250,000 hectares of privately owned forest plantation, primarily owned by three private companies. The forests that FAASA is responsible for are through the center of Chile from Concepcion to Santiago. The lakes of Chilean are not conducive for the AT-802 Fire Boss, so FAASA flies from about 15 remote

bases. The helios use a Bambi bucket, dipping water from lakes and reservoirs.

Sometimes, a heli-tank is used and filled with pumps. Each base has a 200,000 liter water reservoir with fuel tanks mounted on trucks and living quarters for the pilots and ground crew. It is necessary for the pilot that is on duty to stay near the aircraft.

He is required to be in the air within seven minutes of the fire call.

Each forestry client has an operations center with watch towers strategically placed in the forests. When a fire is spotted, the pilot is called directly and given the coordinates. The client decides if the pilot uses water or foam, depending on the size of the fire. If the fire is large enough, the client will require the use of a retardant. The type of aircraft used depends on where the fire is located, using the aircraft that is the closest. Each aircraft is tracked in real time by FAASA using GPS and cell phone connectivity.

Managing over 65 aircraft from more than 75 bases of operation in two countries can no doubt be challenging. Grupo FAASA’s Spain and Chile operations have been doing it successfully for many years. It recognized the need for aerial fire protection decades ago and has since grown into one of the world’s leading aerial firefighting companies.

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by Bill Lavender Ag-pilots are known for their innovation; custom building improvements to their equipment that is vital to their day to day operations. The industry thrives on that innovation, as well as reliability and efficiency. Often, when an ag-pilot sees where he can make a change to improve, he exercises his innovation. The results more often than not are changes that will benefit him and his fellow ag-pilots.

Michael Hutchins started working at Custom Air, Inc. directly out of high school in 1991. The company was then owned and operated by Jim McKown in Roe, Arkansas. McKown had formed Custom Air, Inc. in 1974 and like so many other operators, was challenged by that era’s Thrush tailwheel. The tailwheel was, as some would say, missing the reliability and efficiency required of multiple, loaded takeoff and landings made daily working rice in central eastern Arkansas.

McKown designed and built a single-arm style tailwheel that was superior to the yoke type tailwheels found on Thrush

aircraft in the 1980s. The Custom Air, Inc. tailwheel gave a solid ride with no shimmy. The side hub cap helped keep fertilizer and other contaminants out of the wheel bearings.

When Michael Hutchins came to work for McKown, he had no aspirations to fly ag. At the time, he was attending college at Arkansas State University working toward a degree in Education. However, it wasn’t long after being around agplanes that he was bit by ag aviation.

As good fortune would have it, Michael’s brother-in-law, David Strohl, was flying ag at Custom Air, Inc. He taught Michael how to fly and soloed him in 1994.

In 1996, Michael flew his first season in a 600 Thrush. The following year, McKown moved him into a 1989 model 510 Thrush.

Michael moved back after college and worked full-time with McKown at Custom Air, Inc. He expanded his flying experience by helping other operators throughout the country during his off season.

By welding a second reinforcement strap to the Custom Air Tailwheel, the STC was amended in November 2012 to include Thrush aircraft with a gross weight up to 10,500 pounds.

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In 2007, Michael’s life took an unexpected turn; McKown was injured in an ag-plane. Michael was already in the process of buying Custom Air, Inc. and its tailwheel STC over an extended period. The accident accelerated this purchase and Michael finalized the purchase of the company in 2007.

All of Michael’s previous experience working under McKown and flying for various operators in different types of ag-aircraft came together that first year as sole owner of Custom Air, Inc. Michael, being an innovative guy, started designing improvements for items he considered problems with his ag-aircraft.

Out of necessity, Michael Hutchins modified the Air Tractor T-boom connections on the AT-802 and AT-602 to a rigid tube.

This sped up the spreader change over by eliminating sway bars.

After flying forestry work in an AT-602, Michael met John Schwank of Aero Spray in Appleton, Minnesota through a nearby friend, Darrin Henry. This was Michael’s entry into aerial fire fighting. He trained for aerial firefighting in both Boise, Idaho and Stafford, Arizona. Michael’s first aerial firefighting job was in 2005; seeding with an AT-802 in St. George, Utah.

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He also realized with the higher gross weight Thrush aircraft, he needed to update the Thrush tailwheel STC. As recently as last November, Custom Air, Inc. received an amendment for the tailwheel STC to accommodate the 10,500-pound gross weight Thrush. Now, the tailwheel is licensed for all model Thrush aircraft, except the 550 and 660 series.

Michael turned his other innovations into realities as well.

Operating an AT-802, along with a 510 Thrush, he noticed when flying the AT-802 the windshield wiper would float at high speeds and not clean the windshield. He designed a deflector with a blade adapter that would keep the wiper blade firmly on the windshield and accept automotive-type wiper blades.

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he designed a tow ring that would double for a jack point on the gear leg making it easier to service tires.

With rice work, often the spreader is changed several times a day; time being of the essence. The Air Tractor’s spreader attachment points required several steps to attach and remove the spreader. Michael designed a rigid tube that extends from the belly to the attach point of the spreader, eliminating the need for sway bars. This considerably sped up attaching and removing the spreader.

When traveling to help other operators spray corn in the Midwest, or for a firefighting contract, Michael saw a need for a radio cabinet.

From that, Michael designed a custom built cabinet for GE Aviation aircraft radios. An operator can describe the type radios he wants in the cabinet and the type aircraft and Michael will design and build one.

Michael’s design is compact GE H80 Series engines are built to last with advanced materials with easy access for the and a robust turboprop design. Combining the latest technologies with modern 3D aerodynamic design, these powerplants deliver pilot to the radio controls. the enhanced takeoff power, dependable hot day performance and The cabinet is accessible reduced cost of ownership required by the modern aerial applicator. through the rear. Switches and circuit breakers are To experience the next generation of engine performance, call: inside the cabinet, along Greg Ryan Michal Ptacnik with a bus bar for the Sales Representative Sales Representative wiring. The unit comes preNorth and South America Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia wired. It is slightly offset +1.954.292.5312 +420.222.538.701 from the righthand cockpit gregjames.ryan@ge.com michal.ptacnik@ge.com door opening to help avoid water and fertilizer. It also provides a comfortable right leg support.

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The cabinet exposes only the face of the radios, antenna coax cable and incoming power supply wiring. It can easily be removed when selling the aircraft and will fit like-kind replacement aircraft. Typical radios that are installed in the cabinet are a 560 Garmin GPS, audio panel, business band comm and a cell phone adapter. Often, particularly with firefighting aircraft, a transponder and second comm radio are added.

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Michael developed and shared with Vondran the original software that controls the hydraulic gate. Michael used a 510 Thrush for his test bed.

“The 802 will undoubtedly do a lot of work when it comes to row crops,” explains Michael. “However, if I am asked to pick the aircraft I like flying the best, it is the 510.”

Even so, Michael primarily flies the AT-802 for row crop work, while Cleo King flies the AT-802 for firefighting. Clay Able, who has been with Custom Air, Inc. for four seasons, flies the 510 Thrush. The administrative work is carried out by Michelle Bueker.

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Custom Air, Inc.’s season starts in February. In the first two months, about 100 hours in the AT-802 and 75 hours in the 510 Thrush are flown spreading fertilizer on wheat and spraying glyphosate on rice and corn ground. Compared to operators only 25 miles south of Roe, Custom Air, Inc. does relatively little burn down applications.

In late April, herbicide applications begin on rice, applied at 10 GPA. However, it is May, June and July that are the busiest months with fertilizer and fungicide applications on rice. Rice growers typically apply three to four applications of fertilizer throughout the summer, followed by one or two applications of fungicide and/or insecticide.

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EPA solicits regional agriculture IPM grant proposals for 2013 The EPA’s Office of Pesticide Programs is soliciting proposals for new Regional Agricultural IPM Grants totaling $422,000 for projects that support Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approaches to reduce pesticide risk in agriculture. The agency anticipates funding approximately three projects, with a maximum funding level of $170,000 per project.

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These grants will help formalize and expand public-private stewardship and collaborative pesticide risk reduction efforts in agriculture.

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Bridge the consumeragriculture divide with these tools from NAAA Are consumers buying what production agriculture is selling?

In the literal sense, the answer is yes, but according to research conducted by the United States Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA), the general public has been largely unreceptive to traditional ag industry messaging and skeptical of modern farming practices. As the chart below shows, what production agriculture is saying and what consumers are hearing are two different things.

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NAAA offers several tools to help aerial applicators accurately and eloquently explain what we do as an industry and why it’s important. Here are some of those tools of eloquence.

Aerial Application 101 PowerPoint Presentation: NAAA’s newest resource is a PowerPoint presentation that consumer perceptions of ag messages members can use whenever they’re invited to speak to Ag Industry Says…

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Your methods tamper with nature. the industry. If you’ve ever We keep food affordable… …but at what expense to quality? had trouble coming up with Most farms are family run… …but beholden to big processors. things to talk to about at an We care about our lands and animals.

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We need to produce more to feed the world.

You want to produce more to sell to the world.

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Pesticides, antibiotics and hormones may not and aerial application be safe in the long run. images. “Aerial Application 101: A Vital Component of Source: Agri Marketing and Charleston/Orwig Production Agriculture” is available for download on NAAA’s website at www.agaviation.org/content/aerial-application-101Skepticism is rampant across America. According to USFRA presentation. polling, 38 percent of consumers trust the government and only 33 percent say the media gets its facts straight. This consumer NAAA Media Relations Kit: NAAA’s Media Relations Kit— incredulity trickles through to their thoughts about agricultural available to members in hardcopy form or on NAAA’s website at production, where 49 percent of consumers say American www.agaviation.org/content/naaa-media-relations-kit— agriculture is on the wrong track. The old message of our provides talking points to use when speaking with an inquiring food supply being safe, affordable and abundant is now being public about what we are doing to apply more precisely and be suspiciously received. improved stewards of the environment. The media relations kit also includes industry factsheets for handouts and sample The silver lining is there is a way we can be more effective in press releases. gaining the trust of the average consumer about agricultural production and aerial application. The USFRA survey indicates NAAA Membership Directory: NAAA members received their that consumers think positively about those in agriculture when 2013 NAAA Membership Directories last month. The new they hear about our commitment to do better—to be more directory includes a timeline of key moments in ag aviation precise in how we do our job. When consumers hear this it is history and useful facts about the aerial application industry. received with a 70 percent approval rating. As an industry, we You’ll find those in the NAAA Programs & Resources section of have a great story to tell. Aerial applicators are some of the most the directory. talented pilots in aviation. We embrace technology to ensure

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Aerial Application’s Growing Role: This DVD educates viewers about the history, benefits and importance of aerial applicators to agricultural and forestry production. It is available for viewing on the homepage of NAAA’s website and on YouTube.

DVDs are $20 each and can be purchased by contacting NAAA at (202) 546-5722.

NAAA Wind Tower Education Campaign: In 2010, NAAA launched a public outreach campaign to raise awareness about the worrisome effects of wind energy development on agriculture and aviation. The industry’s concerns about safety and accessibility are addressed in a series of Wind Tower Education Ad Slicks, Radio Scripts and Wind Tower Safety Stuffers. The safety messages also address the dangers of unmarked towers.

Each ad ends with the tagline, “Let’s Be Fair About Sharing The Air.” For more information, visit www.agaviation.org/towers. htm. NAAA’s “Fact Sheet on the Dangerous Effects Towers Pose to the Aerial Application Industry,” which outlines a series of tower safety guidelines NAAA has endorsed and advocate for, is also available there.

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NAAA Convention: How to Make a Compelling Case for Agricultural Aviation and the Work You Do: Last but not least, the focus of NAAA’s General Session at our 47th Annual Convention & Exposition Dec. 9-12 in Reno, Nev., will be on media and public relations training. You’ll hear from Leonard Gianessi, Director of the Crop Protection Research Institute at the CropLife Foundation, about the value of modern crop protection technology in meeting global food production needs.

Additionally, Steve Powell of Solum Consulting will discuss the importance of building an advocacy story. You will learn how to advocate on the consumers’ “turf” and receive tips for telling the agricultural aviation industry’s story during a news interview. All attendees will leave armed with tips and resources to educate and advocate more effectively for their businesses and on behalf of the agricultural aviation industry.

All of these efforts and resources are made possible thanks to the support of NAAA’s members. We invite you to join the cause of preserving and protecting agricultural aviation and your way of life if you aren’t a member already. To join, call 202-546-5722 or visit www.agaviation.org/content/membership.

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God’s Holy Spirit. By faith we take up the whole armor of God, so we can withstand all the attacks of our sinful nature, this evil world and Satan (Ephesians 6:10-20).

Jesus said, “The Spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Mark 14:38). We are more than conquerors when empowered by God’s Holy Spirit.

Then Paul said, “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us” (Romans 8:37). Christians have the temptations of our sinful nature, the temptations of this sinful world and the temptations that Satan throws at us. Christians have physical sicknesses, physiological struggles, family problems, financial struggles and many other problems. But we don’t walk around with a defeated attitude, we come out boldly, living a godly life and witnessing for Jesus Christ. How? By faith we believe that every problem is refining us and making us spiritually stronger. By faith we hate sin and love righteousness, because we see how sin destroys people’s lives. By faith we yield our earthly body to be controlled by

Peter and John went to the temple to pray and God used them to heal a lame man.

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(Acts 4:19-20). After they were released the apostles prayed, “Lord, look on their threats and grant to Your servants that with all boldness they may speak Your word…And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled together was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and they spoke the Word of God with boldness” (Acts 4:23-31). The Holy Spirit gives life; the sinful flesh profits nothing (John 6:63).

God kept doing wonders, miracles and healings through the apostles, and the high priest had them put in prison, but God’s angel set them free and they went back to preaching in Jesus’ name. The apostles were brought before the Jewish leaders and the apostles were told not to preach in Jesus’ name again and Peter said, “We ought to obey God rather than men…The apostles were beaten, and they went away rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer for Jesus Christ” (Acts 5:12-42). These apostles were led and empowered by God’s Holy Spirit and became more than conquerors for Jesus Christ in their earthly life.

With the exception of Jesus Christ, the apostle Paul is more responsible for what Christianity has meant to this world than any other person in church history.

Paul never went to seminary, he never studied missions or church growth and yet Paul took the gospel of Jesus Christ to Asia (modern day Turkey), Greece, Italy and other places along the eastern side of the Mediterranean Sea and possibly into Spain (Romans 15:24-28). How did Paul accomplish God’s purposes for his life? Paul was consumed by his love for Jesus Christ, his love for Jesus’ church, and he was empowered by God’s Holy Spirit. Paul was beaten, put in prisons, shipwrecked and suffered from hunger and thirst (2 Corinthians 11:22-33).

When Paul was told he would be taken prisoner if he went to Jerusalem, Paul said, “I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus” (Acts 21:13). The only way this evil world can keep a man like the apostle Paul from teaching the good news of Jesus Christ is kill him—which is what happened. But Paul’s words lived on in the Bible!

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Is your relationship with Jesus Christ a dull rule keeping experience; or is your relationship with Jesus Christ one of intense and exciting passion like the apostle Paul? Is your relationship with Jesus Christ just a dull habit of going to church on Sunday? Or is your love for Jesus Christ passionate and demonstrated in your everyday life? Are you afraid you will lose your earthly riches, power, prestige and importance if you are a powerful witness for Jesus Christ? If your love for Jesus Christ isn’t growing every day, then it is becoming less every day. If your love for Jesus Christ is based upon rule keeping it will eventually die out. But if your love for Jesus Christ is driven by the power of God’s Holy Spirit it will be a raging fire, and nothing can put it out. Jesus said, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross, and follow Me (Matthew 16:24). Henry Martine said, “O that I were a flame of fire in the hand of God.” Live like you will stand before God—because someday you will (Hebrews 10:27).

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As it was told to me, John was just lifting off in his Ag-Cat with a heavy load of fertilizer when an Air Tractor ferrying from XYZ airport at approximately 150’ AGL flew right over the departure end of the runway in use. John said he had to make a sudden, radical turn and descent

to avoid a midair collision. John thought he knew who the pilot/operator was and called him when he returned from his mission. The pilot he called denied even flying close to John’s airport. Maybe this pilot was lying or maybe not. I guess it really doesn’t matter.

When I hear of stories like this, it makes me angry. I have had a few near misses. I guess all of us have. Some of the near misses occurred from another pilot ferrying dangerously low like mentioned herein and another one in particular when a rogue ag-pilot was making a low, high speed fly-by for his buddies on the loading crew. Regardless of the circumstances, I think it may be time to open up a can of “whoop-ass”.

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The only real recourse is to report it to the FAA, but I simply am not going to do that. Doing something like the last mentioned incident, In My Opinion, is inconsiderate of other pilots, apathetic and just plain stupid! Aside from the fact that it is illegal, if an FAA inspector were to observe any of these flyers, they’d be working as the loader and not the pilot.

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Potential health and environmental concerns make reducing pesticide spray drift a priority for the OPP. Applicators should prepare now for new protocols that will rate pesticide products, spray equipment and spray techniques according to drift reduction capabilities.

complex decisions Choosing the right spray nozzles and determining the correct nozzle spacing, boom height, boom pressure and application volume all come into play when aerial applicators work to keep products on target to achieve optimal results. But time and weather aren’t always on their side.

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One major reason for drift from aerial spraying is non-optimal spray droplet size; specifically, very fine droplets don’t have enough heft to reach the crop, she explains. Fine droplets can be reduced with nozzle choice and boom setup, but simply producing larger droplets does not eliminate the problem. Large droplets can shatter apart into fine droplets when exposed to wind shear in the aircraft wake.

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“For insecticides and fungicides, aerial applicators will want to choose a setup that delivers a finer droplet spectrum,” says Magidow. “Unfortunately, that carries a high risk of drift. With an herbicide application, you can use a coarser spray and still get good control. Applicators are always having to balance spray efficacy with drift management.”

Several strategies can help applicators prepare for the expected changes to current regulations.

operation S.A.F.E. Administered by the National Agricultural Aviation Research & Education Foundation (NAAREF), Operation S.A.F.E. helps applicators fine-tune and recalibrate spray systems. At S.A.F.E. Fly-In clinics, applicators can have their equipment professionally analyzed for pattern uniformity and droplet size. S.A.F.E. analysts recommend changes to improve aircraft performance; then pilots can run immediate follow-up tests to ensure their systems are set up correctly.

“Pilots who participate in S.A.F.E. clinics receive an evaluation of the droplet spectrum being delivered by their airplanes,” says Dennis Gardisser, Ph.D., P.E., president of WRK of Arkansas, which conducts S.A.F.E. clinics, and a licensed commercial agricultural pilot. “They can see whether they are producing fine droplets prone to drift or evaporation, or too many big droplets that hurt efficacy. We help them target droplet spectrum for a specific product or mode of action.”

take a PAASS Another NAAREF program is the Professional Aerial Applicators’ Support System (PAASS) program. Attendees learn about safety and drift minimization. The PAASS program works to reduce aviation accidents and drift incidents by improving aeronautical decision-making skills.

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Scott Bretthauer, Ph.D., extension specialist with the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, University of Illinois, is a PAASS program instructor and S.A.F.E. analyst.

“What we know about the new EPA regulations is certain application products are going to have a buffer zone and this zone can be reduced by using DRT,” says Bretthauer. “So far, there are more questions that are unanswered than answered, but we believe the new regulations will focus on nozzles and adjuvants to begin with.”

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adjuvant advantages Adjuvants can help provide reliably uniform droplet size and increase the potential for spray droplets to land where they should within the crop canopy to provide the most protection for developing crops.

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“Adjuvants help maximize the grower’s investment, especially when trying to manage tough-to-control pests,” says Magidow.

“MasterLock®, for example, reduces the amount of fine particles in the spray pattern without thickening the spray. It keeps more spray droplets within the most effective size range and is wellsuited to aerial applications.”

“Picking an adjuvant that will work for a specific water quality and water pH, mixing procedure, and application scenario is a bit tricky,” Gardisser says. “Adding an adjuvant to the spray isn’t a guarantee you’re going to get a reduction in drift potential. But we see that when adjuvants are properly used, applicators may get additional security against drift potential, and we encourage them to use adjuvants.”

Earning Stars One feature of the OPP DRT Program is a rating system modeled

on the United Kingdom’s Local Environment Risk Assessments for Pesticides (LERAP) system, which awards stars for decreases in fine spray relative to standard spray. In the LERAP system, no star is awarded for products that achieve less than 25 percent reduction in spray drift, but products achieving 75 to 100 percent reduction in spray drift earn up to three stars.

“Applicators are expected to move to the highest-star products immediately,” says Gardisser, “because they’re doing everything they can to avoid drift. If they encounter a couple of drift issues, they may not be able to get insurance. And that could put them out of business faster than a regulation will.”

The EPA’s Information Collection Request (ICR) period on the proposed regulations closed on January 22, 2013, with 28 comments received. The OPP will review and address all comments. After that, the proposal will be assessed by the Office of Management and Budget.

Applicators shouldn’t wait for new regulations to be sure they’re getting the most from every application, says Bretthauer. “I recommend aerial applicators take advantage of educational and equipment-verification opportunities and pay attention to research being done on drift reduction, particularly by the USDA Agricultural Research Service Aerial Application Technology Group in College Station, Texas. That knowledge will help them select and set up their equipment now — and prepare them for what’s ahead.”

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by Bill Lavender Biggs, California and Weiner, Arkansas Back in the spring I had the pleasure of visiting with longtime Ag Cat operators, the Jones brothers, Alan (Tiger) and Dale of Chuck Jones Flying Service. They also own Ag-Viation, an ag aviation supplier and FAA Repair Station. Then this fall I was fortunate enough to visit another Ag Cat operator in Weiner, Arkansas, Craig Keller of Keller Flying Service. Both run turbine Ag Cats and both primarily work rice, but are a continent apart.

Biggs, California is in the heart of northern California rice country. Chuck Jones Flying Service operates three C-Model Frakes Turbo PT6A-34s with 500 gallon hoppers and raised wings,, plus five 600 Ag Cats and a Bell Jet Ranger. The Cats fire-off in mid-April with the heaviest flying, although there

is some ag flying going on year-round. Rice makes up about 75% of the applications. This includes a preplant fertilizing of 100-200 pounds of 16-20-0 and a Furadan treatment. Almost every acre of rice is planted by air using presoaked seed.

Granulated applications of Ordran, for control of water grasses, and Londax, granulated Stam, are made after the seeding. The Londax is applied at 1.6 ounces per acre on an 80-foot swath (see picture of Tiger with applicator). Applications of parathion or Blue Stone (copper sulfate) are added to the rice paddies for freshwater tadpole shrimp control.

It isn’t difficult to understand the operation requires expertise in takeoffs and landings. “Bill, it’s not uncommon for our Ag Cats to takeoff and land as many as a 100 times in a day.” Tiger stated. That is probably one of the reasons the Ag Cat is a

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The flying service can stay caught up pretty good with the three Cats, but will bring in operators, outside of the 25 plus or minus agav operations in the Biggs area, to help them during the busier months.

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The old meets the new, on the left is Keller Flying Service's C-Model Ag Cat and on the right is Bill Simmon's 1962 G164 Ag Cat, S/N 171.

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The enormous amount of flying done on rice requires an extensive flagging operation. Eight load crews, each consisting of three loaders and two flaggers plus the pilot, sometimes working 100 hours a week, can be an ag operator’s worst nightmare. Of course the ground support operation requires a few extras for the no-shows. Dale had experimented with one of the GPS electronic flagging systems, but wasn’t convinced at the time it was the best way to go.

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Tiger gave me the nickel tour of the tire shop showing the special cookers (325°F) and balancers for aircraft tires. The tires are cut down, glue applied, wrapped with special rubber for aircraft tires, then cooked. After cooling the tires are then balanced and inspected. “We have never had in three years of recapping a total failure. The most that has ever occurred is the beginning of a peeling and that has been rare,” Tiger explained.

With the summer months passing, lingering thoughts of AgViation in the West, trying to remember 14 years ago when

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Nothing quite out turns and beats the safety of an Ag Cat Weiner, Arkansas - This visit Craig Keller was his normal self.

Stepping out the door of his Arkansas home, he immediately insisted I put down my junk and come fly his Garrett powered B-Model Ag Cat, and without ever asking me when was the last time a had flown an Ag Cat (remember 14 years?). Of course I accepted the offer to fly his Ag Cat, not only had I not flown an Ag Cat in 14 years, but had not ever flown a turbine powered Ag Cat! Craig didn’t ask and I didn’t tell. Afterwards, Craig’s wife, Dixie, paid me one fine compliment by saying, “Bill, Craig has never seen his Ag Cat fly until today. I told him you fly just like he does.”

Well, the Ag Cat didn’t fly bad at all. It was surprisingly fast, and of course, could turn around on spare change. It was most enjoyable, but flying Craig’s Cat wasn’t the reason for my visit.

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I questioned Craig about his decision to buy an Ag Cat and power it with a Garrett engine. “Bill, I feel real comfortable with the Ag Cat and its safety record. I can get into small tight fields by slowing down the Ag Cat. Most of my work is close-in, so long ferries aren’t a problem.

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by Bill Lavender When David Chancy started his ag flying service in 1966 in Dooly County, Georgia, the Hutchison 235 Pawnee was king. When he got behind in cotton spraying, simply adding another Pawnee would get the job done. Drift and pattern accuracy were just not as important during that time period. Fast forward nearly 30 years: the Pawnee is gone, replaced by larger aircraft and the need to put the application on target, accurately, is priority number one.

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DRP-955 is a highly efficient adjuvant.

Its seven proprietary ingredients make it the all-in-one adjuvant for the aerial and ground applicator. DRP-955 acts as an anti-evaporant to reduce spray drift.

This places more chemical on the target, thereby increasing deposition. Due to this and DRP-955’s UV protection and bonding ability, the application is more effective. Davidon contracted with a retired chemist to help develop DRP955, using David’s firsthand experience as an aerial applicator as a guideline. In August 2000, Davidon received its U.S. Patent for DRP-955.

DRP-955 is a true solution adjuvant and comes in 2.5 gallon plastic containers.

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Studies at the University of Georgia have indicated a 20% increase in deposition when using DRP-955. Real world testimonies from pilots claim no longer is spray deposition on the windscreen a problem during return spray passes.

DRP-955 is labeled in all states except California. It does not clog nozzles and will not turn into a clabber-like mix, even if it is overdosed. It is a true solution product that stays mixed. One gallon of DRP-955 will treat 200 gallons of solution at an applied rate of three GPA or less by air and 512 gallons when used by a ground rig In some tank mixes, the addition of a surfactant may be required.

(L-R) Rick Barnes of sales and marketing and Davidon president, David Chancy, present a table displaying Davidon products. On the far left and right are 2.5-gallon containers of DRP-955. Left to right across the top; stainless steel tubing for the boom attach kit, five Tri-Set nozzles, five stainless steel drop tubes, a boom bracket kit with T-Jet check valve and flow controller with red quarter turn handle. Left to right across the bottom; 3” and 2-2.5” boom clamps, disassembled Hi-Tek atomizer, two assembled Hi-Tek atomizers, Custom Boom System aluminum boom blank with welded, CNC milled ends.

Regardless how good an adjuvant is, to be effective it has to be applied with an equally good nozzle or atomizer. When David formulated DRP-955, he realized he needed to improve the way the product exited the aircraft’s booms. This led the way to the development of the Hi-Tek rotary atomizer.

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These blades have less vibration and a more consistent RPM than previous generations. Even though the unit only turns approximately 6,500 RPM, the sealed bearings are 24,000 RPM-rated.

All components that contact spray material is made of stainless steel.

The Hi-Tek atomizer attaches to a Spraying Systems’ 1/4” T-Jet check valve. Each unit can provide flow rates up to 3.9 GPM. Depending on the type aircraft, typically 12-16 units are installed, equally spaced with half of the units on each boom. Analyses have shown an exception with the Ag-Cat where the inboard unit on the right boom has to be adjusted inward. The atomizers create very little drag on the aircraft.

The outlet of the ¼” T-jet body accepts a 1/4” tube and a quarter turn ball valve assembly. The modified ball valve works

as a flow controller. When turned, the flow rate can be reduced to an amount determined by the customer, since each ball valve is drilled to order.

The droplet size and spectrum is set by the rotating speed of the atomizer and the screen grid sizes; numbers 10, 15 and 20 mesh. The atomizers require a minimum airspeed of 100 MPH. Obtaining the optimum rotation speed of 6,000-6,500 RPM is done by using the Davidon boom attach kit. The kit allows for various positioning of the atomizer on the boom to take advantage of the effect of the slipstream. The kit also includes the flow control valve. Droplet sizes ranges between 300-325 micron with very few “fines” below 100 microns. Davidon also offers a mosquito atomizer that produces 40 micron droplets.

The atomizer is very low maintenance.

It requires greasing through a Zerk-like fitting every 100 hours with a “OO” grease. The atomizers come with a one-year warranty and are rebuildable.

Customers can send in their atomizers

for a complete “Preventive Maintenance” inspection and replacement of necessary parts that gives the atomizer a new one-year warranty. Customers with second generation Hi-Tek atomizers can return theirs for an upgrade to the third generation model.

When marketing the Hi-Tek atomizer, David realized not every operator needed or wanted a rotary atomizer.

With this in mind, he developed the Tri-Set nozzle. This is a flat fan nozzle with three orifices; .062, .078 and .125 with three deflection angles; 0°, 22.5° and 45°. This combination of orifice sizes and deflection angles provides the operator a wide choice of droplet sizes and delivery rates. A unique feature of the Tri-Set nozzle is the design of the deflector plate. As the liquid exits the orifice, it “slides” along the deflector plate before entering the slipstream.

The Tri-Set nozzle body is made of industrial Delrin® plastic, too. All the metal, except a brass retaining nut, is made of stainless steel. A Viton® seal

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boom system on the aircraft, Davidon decided to build custom booms for its products. The boom is made from 20’ lengths of extruded aluminum blank. The CNC milled ends slide over the boom before being welded, insuring a secure fit. The interior of the boom has two reinforcement areas that can accept full thread contact for the atomizer boom attach kit and nozzles.

The reinforced areas are located along the trailing edge and midway between the leading and trailing edges of the boom.

Knowing time equates to money in the aerial application business, Davidon designed a boom clamp that is robust and quick with one simple pull-to-open movement. This greatly increased the speed it took to remove and replace the boom.

The Hi-Tek rotary atomizer in its assembled and disassembled state. is used between the body and the deflection plate. The nozzle comes with a one-year warranty.

The Tri-Set nozzle has been extensively tested at Texas A&M through the USDA’s Agricultural Research Station (ARS. See http://apmru.usda.gov/aerial/HomePage.htm). The highly favorably test results are posted on the ARS web site.

As one successful product followed another, it was only natural for Davidon to find other ways of improvements that complimented DRP-955, the Hi-Tek atomizer and the Tri-Set nozzle. Because the atomizers and nozzles are mounted to a

“If it requires a ground crew 10 minutes to unscrew all the boom clamps and screw them back on in a change out and this is done three times a day, the operator loses a half hour. In the course of a 100-day season, that is at least 50 hours of downtime on the ground,” explains Chancy. “Furthermore, the pilot can easily see from the cockpit that the boom clamp is secure.”

A Davidon boom clamp is made of CNC milled T6 aluminum and uses stainless steel hardware. It comes in two sizes for 2-2.5” and 3” booms.

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FAYETTEVILLE, AR – The University of Arkansas College of Engineering honored Dennis Gardisser with a Distinguished Alumni Award at its annual banquet on Saturday, April 13. The College of Engineering Alumni Awards recognize graduates of the college who have demonstrated exceptional professional and personal accomplishments and made important contributions to their professions and communities. The Distinguished Alumni Award honors College of Engineering graduates who have provided leadership in their communities and achieved distinction in their fields of endeavor.

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Gardisser received a bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering in 1979, a master’s degree in 1981 and a PhD in 1992, all from the University of Arkansas. He is currently the president of WRK of Arkansas, an application technology and aviation insurance company. WRK specializes in all types of pesticide application technology and has software and hardware

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“The H80 turboprop engine is flying on the Thrush 510G, and Aircraft Industries received its EASA certification in April for the L410 that was re-engined with H80 engines with aircraft being delivered,” said Jim Stoker, president and managing executive of GE Aviation Czech. “To meet the growing demands, we are increasing production to more than 70 engines this year.”

GE Aviation Czech is manufacturing the H80 engines at its Letnany facility in Prague. The site employs more than 400 employees. The employees at the GE Aviation Czech facility manage the entire lifecycle of the turboprop engine from design and development to assembly and overhaul.

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GE Beacon attracts engine operators More than 500 downloads of free mobile customer service and support app GE Aviation logged more than 500 downloads for its GE Beacon mobile app since its launch in November. GE Beacon allows operators of GE’s business aviation engines to have one touch access to support services 24 hours a day, seven days a week no matter where they travel.

The H80 engine received eight engine type certifications from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Russia and Uruguay. Certification efforts are underway in China, South Africa and the Philippines.

“The customer response to the GE Beacon mobile app is very strong,” said Brad Mottier, vice president and general manager of GE Aviation’s Business and General Aviation organization. “To date, we received 40 service calls, several sales inquiries and five aircraft on ground (AOGs) beacons. Our customers who are using GE Beacon have been very pleased with the results and the speed of our response to their needs.”

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1998 AT-602, 8420 TT, -60, 0 hrs since HSI, 0 hrs since power section inspection, hydraulic gate system, single point fuel, M3, Wingman. $465,000.00 Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn 2007 802A, Red & White, -65 1170 TT AF&E&P, 10” gate, split panel, 308 fuel,M3 SATLOC, flow control, no fertilizer, no damage. Fresh annual, like new, ready to work. USD$1,150,000. For more info. email blindads@agairupdate.com subject 802A or mail to 802A C/O AgAir Update Po Box 850 Perry GA 31069 or fax to 478987-1836 ATTN: 802A (06-13)

2005 AT-602 -60 3945TT 0 since IRAN engine 190 SNEW prop,wingman,new glass, new paint, cp nozzles,Lane brake and fan,single point fuel, new gear, new engine mount, ready to go to work, call Michael 870 -759-1888 or michaelwallin802@hotmail.com (06-13) 2009 Air Tractor 602-60 5 inch Hyd. Gate, intelliflow and dry gate controller, 2 sets of booms, Gps equipped,available in Oct. with fresh hot/annual. 3200 hrs TTE/ AF very clean. $795,000 Call Chuck 662207-6682 or emailcottonwingair@yaoo. com (06-13) FOR LEASE 2009 AT 502, For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (06-13) PRICE REDUCED! 1999 AT-802 5062 TTAE PT6-67AG engine work done by prime turbines test cell approved, 10 HYD Gate, Loadhog, Smoker, Satloc M3,Pulse lights, Single pt fuel, Lane fan, FastStart, Ramair, Crophawk, Shadin Fuel Flow. Call 800 736 7654 www.quessnbeeair.com tfn 2013 AT-502B and 802-A Available, see at queenbeeair.com or call 800-736-7654 tfn

2009 AT-802A Total time since new, 2,100 hours ENGINE PT6A-65AG hot section inspection at 1700hrs. 3” spray system 10” Transland gate in lieu of 38” wide gate pump shut-off valve Options included: Electric brake with Lane fan installed, Center point Fuel, Load Hawg hopper loading system, Smoker, Satloc G4, flow control, Garmin SL40 Comm, Garmin 327 transponder PRICE: Make offer email moroaircraft@frontier.com call 907-351-4557 (06-13)

2006 Air Tractor AT-401B, 1,180 Horas desde nuevo, Pratt & Whitney R1340, 18 horas desde overhaul mayor (Covington).

Hélice Hydromática de tres palas, 800 h o r a s d e s d e ove r haul m ayo r. G P S SATLOC M3 con control de flujo, Aire Acondicionado, Radio comunicador, Transponder. Este avión se encuentra en muy buenas condiciones, listo para trabajar. $335,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

Major airframe repair and rebuilds for all models of AgCats. We will build your dream AgCat from the ground up. Closest thing to a new AgCat out there. Call Hershey Flying Service at 308-368-5556 and ask for a quote.

(01-14) For Sale 600 gal PT6-42 (850 HP) Turbo C-Model Ag Cat TT-5099 NDH 0-SHSI 0-SNEWP New Turbo Cat Conversion (frakes) New Single Point Fuel New Turbine Conversions LTD Tailwheel (600 - 6) New Bantam Satloc New TCL Rotary gate system(refined duke system) New Paint New Glass 120 gal fuel Raised Wing 600 gal John Herr hopper expansion 25 inch Transland SS Spray system One of a kind NDH aircraft that has been maintained to government standards $650,000 trades?

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1983 AT-400, PT6A-34AG, 25” gate, Stainless Steel Booms with CP Nozzles, 4 blade Lane fan with electric brake, Harbour A/C . M3 Satloc. For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (06-13) Order your B Model Ag Cat Pen and Ink Drawing From our DeSpain Collection today for $60. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com T F N

1978 AT-301 8800 tt, 900 engine, lower spar,2000 tt new leading edge and ribs 100hs 115000.00 Satloc, lite, crophawk 940-886-8292 (06-13)

1999 AT-802 with Pratt & Whitney PT6A67AG Turbine engine. - ACTT..7,723 - Engine TT..5,855 - Prop TT..1,209 - Feb. 2013 Annual - FCU & Main Pump overhauled @ 7,590 - Kawak Hydraulic S p r ay Sy s te m - To u ch S cre e n M3 with Autocal - Drop Booms with Flat Fans - Single Point Fuel - Wingman Swathmaster Spreader with Transland Vanes on Gate Door - Air Condition - *Hot Section Inspection will be performed for purchaser $499,900 *Call Geoff Gamble @ 318-235-7419 (06-13)

1991 AT-401 - 5160TT/ 811 since O/H engine/ 38 since O/H Hydromatic prop: 400 gal hopper, Lane fan and electric brake, dropped stainless booms, CP nozzles, 2” left bottom load, spreader, 126 gal fuel, aileron servos, vortex generators, nav/strobe/instrument and landing lights, electronic tach, Satloc Airstar 99 GPS, very good condition. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn 2013 AT-502B -34AG available now.

Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer t f n 1982 - N9996J - Cessna Husky, 5100TT, 130 STOH, 1250 SMOH, new cylinders, air, Satloc, smoker. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

AT-401B: Power and payload at the right price. Step up to a highly productive, low maintenance piston engine ag plane for a price that makes solid business sense. The economical 400-gallon capacity AT-401B has a piston-engine price tag, plus all the reliability, durability, safety features and flying ease that make Air Tractor the industry leader. For qualified buyers, Wells Fargo has attractive and flexible terms available. Call your Air Tractor dealer. TFN

1976 AT-301 SN 0030. 4736 hrsTT. 1322 engine SOH. Prop 1101 hrs SO. 126 Gals Fuel, flagger, smoker, Satloc litestar 2, Have 0 time since overhaul engine and prop available.

Make an offer. bha2@wavecom.net call Robert Eisele 307-672-3421 (06-13) 2004 AT-802A, N8525D, 4123 hrs, -65, light overhaul done with 1500 hr warranty

by Dallas Air Motive with new CT blades, fresh prop, fresh annual, fresh starter , 10” hydraulic gate, Vondran gate, cp 11s, ram air, radio stack, flow control, Intellistar, all new gears, new engine mount, SS fasteners $835,000 Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn 2011 AT-802, 1100 TTAF&E, -65, smoker, Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, fresh annual, fresh HSI. $1,130,000 Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 TFN

1980 AT- 301 8960TT Super 6 engine, 902 TT hydromatic prop Tall Tail, all metal control surfaces, aileron servos, Satloc lite, fresh annual with sale, $115,000 559-6867401 or email valleyaircraft@clearwire. net (04-14) 2013 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn

Order your AT-502 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

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2011 AT-802, N6007S,1100 TTAF&E, -65, smoker, Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, fresh annual, fresh HSI. ................................................................ $1,130,000 2010 AT-802, N422BR, 1910 TTAF&E, -67, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Del Norte controller, Del Norte w/flow control, single point, Wingman, fresh annual, fresh HSI ................................................. $1,100,000

Order your Turbine AT-402 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN Large inventory or Air Tractor Parts.

Surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

2008 AT-602, N132JW, 2300 TTAF&E, -60, hydraulic gate w/Vondran controller, Wingman, heat, smoker, single point, shadin fuel, elec. brake gr. adj., fresh annual, fresh HSI ..................................................................................................$875,000

2004 AT-802A, N8525D, 4123 hrs, -65, light overhaul done with 1500 hr warranty

by Dallas Air Motive with new CT blades, fresh prop, fresh annual, fresh starter , 10” hydraulic gate, Vondran gate, CP 11s, ram air, radio stack, flow control, Intellistar, all new gears, new engine mount, SS fasteners .......................................... $835,000 1998 AT-602, 8420 TT, -60, 0 hrs since HSI, 0 hrs since power section inspection, hydraulic gate system, single point fuel, M3, Wingman. ..........................$465,000

Unlimited Racer Project: 85% complete Yak 11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. Will also consider trade. For pictures and details ........................................................................................... CALL

2010 AT-802, 1100 TT, 400 TT Engine, -67, smoker, elec brake gr. adj, load hog, 10” hydraulic gate, fresh annual, fresh HSI. $1,100,000 Frost Flying Inc. 870-2956213 t f n Air Tractor 402 for more information and price call Darryl or Bill 870-5729011 (06-13)

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2005 AT 402B -15 P&W engine, 3225 TT, Windshield washer, New Bantham GPS with large screen,smoker, tank rinser, single point fuel, 1 owner, bought new. $582,500. Call 256-426-7242 or 256-2475694 (06-13)

2013 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVIE YOUR POSITION NOW $CALL$ 2012 AT-502B, 250 TTAF&E, SATLOC, SS SYSTEM, HEATER, NDH, LIKE NEW $825,000.00 2011 AT-504, FTO - NEW, Lane brake and fan, Garmin comm, Garmin transponder $849,450.00 2011 AT-502B, 920 TTAF&E, SATLOC, VG’S, LANE BRAKE AND FAN, FRESH HOT AND ANNUAL $760,000.00 2013 AT-802A/67AG, FTO, LANE BRAKE & FAN, SS CAMLOCS, SMOKER $1,353,900 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401. tfn

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. TFN

Order your AT-802 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

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Save money. Buy used. Parting out several Air Tractor 402, 502, 602, and 802, Thrush and , Ag Cats. Call Chad Stuart.

Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 tfn

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.

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J & C enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Cessna aircraft, New & Used part of any kind. Call Jerry 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

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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cessna 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.

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Cessna airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts!

Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn

1982 Cessna Ag Husky. 6760 TTAF, 790 TT Engine, 1878 SMOH Prop. Air Star 99, Flagger, Smoker, VHF radio, Crophawk, VGs, leading edge extension, night wing tips, spreader. Hangared. Great Flyer!

Fresh annual, ready to work! $110K OBO. 402-618-9340 (06-13)

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

1978 Cessna A188B, 3628.3 TT AF, 4481.3 TTE, 755.4 TTP. Yates Engine Conversion, Electric Tach, Satloc M3, Stainless Steel booms and hangers. $115,000 For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-572-9011 days or 870995-1323 nights and weekends (06-13)

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. TFN

Order your M18 Dromader Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

Order your Flying Dromader Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

2013 Air Tractor AT-502B, PT6A-34AG 750hp, Nuevo para entregar en Junio de 2013. Equipado con freno eléctrico y abanico variable “Lane”, sistema de riego de dos pulgadas con 44 boquillas, aire condicionado, horizonte artificial, radio comunicador Garmin, certificado de aeronavigabilidad de exportación $815,000.00 Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

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1966 Piper Pawnee 235-250. 6490TT, 1440SMOH, 1440SPOH, Satloc lite, CP nozzles, smoker, flagger, very clean, working now. $75,000. Call Doug 605870-2697 (06-13)

WE have the largest NEW inventory of Cessna 188 AG Truck & Ag Wagon parts in the USA. Parting out many other air crafts as well. J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc 800-542-8565 or Email Sid or Jerry at jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn 1982 - N9996J - Cessna Husky, 5100TT, 130 STOH, 1250 SMOH, new cylinders, air, Satloc, smoker. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

2011 Thrush PT6-34 – 1080 TT, load Hawg, VG’s, smoker, lane fan. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

1978 Refurbished 500 Gallon S2R Thrush GE M-601-E-11 engine 1200 SMOH Avia 106 in prop 1200 s/new glass canopy, glass panel, MVP 50 extended fuel Hatfield fuel load M3 SATLOC flow control, Agrinatics pump, Lane brake and fan, 3200 HRS. remaining on the wings. $285,000 Call Johnson Airspray, Home of the Johnson Sidewinder 218-437-6415 or cell 218-201-1450 or visit our wesbsite johnsonairspray.com (06-13) 1993 Ayers Thrush N6018T, ser. no. T41192, TTAF 8131. PT6A-41 S/N PCE-80243, TTE 11,057, 1265 SHSI. TSOH on prop 169. 1415 hrs. since spar caps replaced.

Annual Jan. 2013, Bantam with Intelliflow control, Weathaero fan, SSF spreader, Load Hawg, CP’s. Call 870-479-3737 or email raider.rider@att.net (06-13) 1996 Ayres Thrush, N3299P ser. # T42-213, PT6A-42 S/N PCE93532. TTAF 7688, TT engine 9741, 820 hrs. since HSI ( 1st and 2nd stage PT blades replaced). TSOH on prop 222 hrs. Recent paint and belly skins.

Bantam GPS with flow control,SSF spreader, Weathaero fan. May annual. Call 870-4793737 or email fbfsllc@gmail.com (06-13)

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Piper, Pawnee or Brave aircraft. We are also looking for parts inventory, or derelict aircraft as well call Jerry at 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn 1995 Thrush 510-10, 8000 TT,700 Since New spars 4550 since o-haul, 500 SHOT and gearbox, Turbo Max Crossover, 200 on prop with new blades, Cool Start, Leading edge lights, Bantam GPS, Fresh Paint and Annual, Asking $375,000. 318559-1617 or 318-282-9263 (06-13)

1975 – N9482R - Cessna Ag Truck, 3500 3600TT, 300 SMOH, NEW Crankshaft, Bantam, SL40. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 1976- Cessna Bonair,-A188B, 3227.0TT, ENGINE TIME: 456.0, New Tail Wheel Assembly, S.S. Boom, Satloc Lite Star II, Smoker, Locking Tail Wheel,Nozzles 42 Ea Tee Jets, NEW MOTOR IN HYDRAULIC MANUAL PUMP W/NEW HOUSING Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

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1982 Piper PA-18 -150 Super Cub, 500 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspeccionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder.

El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $135,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

Order your Piper Pawnee Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

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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 tfn

2010 Thrush 510P, 600 TT, engine warranty remaining, MVP-50, Single point fuel, Smoker, VG’s, cool start, fresh annual, and More! Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and details.

ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer! Selling NEW and Used aircraft ASIJET-AG.COM or give us a call 952.941.6255 (01-14)

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T34-171DC, N95GP. Airframe T.T. 8594, engine T.T. 10,030, SMOH 3687. SOH on prop 2127. Bantam GPS, Intellistar flow control, CP’s, SSF 13 vane spreader, Weathaero fan, Load Hawg. $335,000 Call 870-479-3737 or email raider.rider@att. net (06-13)

2012 THRUSH 240 HRS SNEW Pratt PT6A-34AG, 750 SHP, Hartzell Constant Speed 3 blade Prop, 510 gallon hopper, 250 Amp Starter/Generator, Spray System w/ 41 in SS Gate box, Jet Glo Paint, 2” SS Spray System, 5 Blade WeathAero Cockpit Adjustable Fan, 3” Side Loader, Streamlined Aluminum Booms, Wing Tip Nav & Strobe Lights, 228 Gal Fuel System, Windshield wiper & washer, outside air temp gauge, 5000-pound certified hooker harness, inertia reels, 29” high flotation tires and wheels with dual caliper Cleveland brakes, Zee A/C and Cabin Heat. $810,000 Call Frankie at Souther Field Aviation, INC, 229-924-2813 0 9 -13 1977 Turbine Thrush S2R TPE-331-1 (Super) 0 SHSI, 0 SPOH, 9940 TT. Over $160K invested into the engine this off season! Wing Spar due in 1250.

Hemisphere intellistar w/intelliflow. AC, landing/NAV lights, comm, smoker, E.I. Fuel Flow, and a Fresh Annual! Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and details. 952.941.6255 ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer! Selling NEW and Used aircraft ASIJET-AG.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255 01-14 2011 – N7008M, Thrush S2R-T34, 490 TT SNEW, weathaero fan, 66 cp’s nozzles, s.S. Drop boom, led lights, air/heat, bantam gps w/intelliflow, bottom load fuel, vg’s, winglets, smoker, load hawg Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (tfn) 1974 S2RG5/525(Goering conv.-750 SHP) - 12,624 TT/ 94 since IRAN engine/ 2704 since new 4 blade prop: 525 gal hopper, Simplex pump and electric fan brake, stainless booms, 2” left side load, extended wings, droop tips, aileron servos, vortex generators, 106 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/strobe/instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., Satloc M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate, 800 hours remaining on wing lower spar caps, good paint/tires/ glass/fabric. $225,000 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn Parting out: 1974 Turbine Thrush, Lane Conversion, large fuel, email norm@ skynorth.com (06-13) 2011 – N70060, Thrush S2R-T34, 1080 TT SNEW, 228 GAL FUEL, WEATHAERO FAN, 60 CP’S NOZZLES, S.S.BOOM, FAN BRAKE, LOAD HAWG, VG’S, SMOKER, LED LIGHT, BANTAM GPS W/INTELLIFLOW, MVP-50, 3” SIDE L. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (tfn)

2000 S2RT65/660(1300 SHP) - 5895 TT/ 0 since O/H engine and 5 blade prop: 660 gal hopper, factory spray system, Lane fan and electric brake, stainless booms, 3” left side load, 26,000 hour life wing, 230 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, aileron servos, quick start system, nav/ strobe/instrument and landing lights, air cond., Load Hawg, good paint and glass, new tires and brakes. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn 2000 660 Thrush 5000 TT 0 time PT6A65 Zero time prop. New blades, load hot fast start, bottom fuel, new batteries, new tires and brakes. Spray system. Fresh Annual 812-877-2587 jim@turbinesinc. com (06-13)

2000 – N4081P, Thrush S2R-T660, 7506 TTA, 6825 TT SNEW 0.0 SINCE HSI, 4150 TT SNEW ,0.0 SIRAN, 660 GAL, 66 CP’S NOZZLES, S.S. BOOM, WEATHAERO FAN, 3” TRANSLAND PUMP, M-3 SATLOC W/ FLOW C Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (tfn) 2012 - N30538 – Thrush –S2R-T34 -2012 PT6-34 Ag 510, FTO only 210TT, SMOKER, VG’S, MVP-50T, AIR/HEAT, LED LIGHTS, SPRAYER, MID CONTINENT BOTTOM LOADER. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 2010 – N7023B - Thrush T34, 510 gal, 795 1365 Total, all options, dual cockpit, winglets, priced to sell. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

Ayres Thr ush Commander - G reat Opportunity, I’m selling because the company closed, the engine is newly overhauled with only 30m flytime and cost me more than I’m asking for the plane. The plane also includes a tail ready to receive turbine engines. Giving some material for free too. gustavo.fialho@ gmail.com (06-13) 1975 – N48399, Grumman G16 4A , 2630TTAF , TSMOH 521 Aero Engines, TSIRAN Prop 522 Ag-100, Spin On Oil Filter, Chip Dect., Digital Tach, Strobes/ Navs., 80 gal fuel, locking Tailwheel, 3” spray sys.w/Lane brake, ext. wings, TE booms, KY97A Comm, GTX320A Trans w/mode C Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (tfn)

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2009 – 5301W, Thrush S2R-T34, 1785.6 TT, Smoker, Shadin Fuel Flow, S.S. Boom, Satloc M3, 5 Blades Weathaero Fan, Smoker, Air condition/heat, 228 gallon fuel system, VG’s, Load Hawg. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (t fn)

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Refurbished Thrush 1974 -2012 7560 TT Engine M-601-E-11 GE O-SMOH by GE New Avia prop, New air, booms, side panels, glass, belly skins, tires, brakes, batteries, Refurbished 450 gallon hopper, extended fuel, new lower spar cap, new leading edges, new paint, EI glass panel.

Call Johnson Airspray, Home of the Johnson Sidewinder 218-437-6415 or cell 218-2011450 or visit our wesbsite johnsonairspray. com (06 -13) 2013- N30620, Thrush, S2R-T34, Factory NEW call for information. Mid Continent A ircr af t Co r p H ay ti, M O 573 -359 0500 tfn

2005 Thrush S2RHG-T65, TT: 3950 Hrs, Engine: Garrett TPE331-10-511M TT SCAM: 3860 Hrs , SHSI 930 Hrs. w/ New Gearbox,Propeller: Hartzell HC-B4TN-5NL TT: 3950 Hrs, SMOH: 0 Hrs. One Owner/ Pilot SNEW. New Factory Spray System, 64 Nozzles, Weathaero Pump Fan, 3” side loader, cockpit heat & A/C. Windshield Wiper/Washer, 550 Gal Hopper, Satloc GPS with Intelliflow, 228 Gal Fuel. No damage history, well maintained. Current Annual.

Good Paint. Tires and Glass are Excellent. $480,000 Call Frankie at Souther Field Aviation, INC, 229-924-2813 0 9 -1 3

1989 THRUSH S2R-T34 N61378; 6245 TT; 7196 SNEW; 0 SHSI; VFR; 1 Seat; ‘94 Thrush. 6244 TT A/F, “0” SHOT, 216 SIRAN Prop, 216 SIRAN power section, Alum Booms, CP’s, 4 blade Lane, M3, Flow, $410,000. For more information call Darryl or Bill 870-572-9011 (06 -13)

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 tfn

Order your 510 Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

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 TFN FAA repair station for all ag equipment.

Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800325-0885 tfn WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 www.midcont. net tfn

Order your Thrush 660 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdate. com T F N

1983 DC Thrush TT 160 0 0, Walter 601E-11, 29,000 hour wing, no AD’s, Satloc M3, Crophawk, fuel flow, a/c, heat, intercom, audio panel, vhf and business com radios, new tires and brakes, strobes, ss booms, cp nozzles, electric pump brake, single point fuel, wingman, spreader, vg’s, winglets. $325,000. 912384-6466 or 912-592-5334. (06 -13)

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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 tfn

New 2013 Thrush 510P with a PT6A34AG or GE H80 engines available, 2013 Deliveries available now. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASI JET-AG.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255 01-14

Order your Radial Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdate. com TFN

Order your Dual Cockpit Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60. plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdate. com T F N

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Order your Weatherly Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

Order your Bell 206 Helicopter Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

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BUILD CHEAP TAIL WHEEL TIME to train for Ag Career 1941 AERONCA Defender(L3) Historic Civil Air Patrol Markings Asking $22,500. Hangar kept.

3675 TT- 520 SMOH-150 STOH-Air frame rebuilt 1995 with Stits (in green) Great trainer! Call 772-285-5506 (06-13)

Order your Boy and AgCat Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com t f n

Order your AT-802F Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com tfn

bell - hiller (3) Hiller 12E--4500 Spray Systems, Satlocs, etc. Parts & Tools Inventory Available Also. Phone 612-751-0864; Email:Mstier3@aol.com (06-13) Bell OH -58C Garlic Conversion, cer tified in restricted use category o n l y. N1 39 R D, S/N : 71-2039 6 .

Helicopter has 11689.1 total flight time and 8454.1 total engine time. VFR with Carter Engineering Audio Panel, 804D -20, Garmin GNC 250XL GPS/ Com, Garmin GTX-320 Transponder, FDC Aerofilter Kit, Facet external oil filter kit, wire strike kit, and Isolair belly mounted tank and spray system with Kawak hydraulic drive. This ship ha s been used for ag spr aying. An additional set of new Bell main rotor blades (not surplus) are available for purchase with purchase of helicopter.

Contact Bart Alexander at 318-4248395 for information.

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COMMANDER ROCKWELL 112TCA 1977- S/N 13194 TT: 800 hours, fresh annual, all paper work updated new paint, tires, windscreen and windows green tinted, always hangared.- All ADs complied with.- All instruments inspected.- Radio Nav/Com OK Engine: Lycoming TO -360 - C1A6D; T T 80 0 hours TSOVH: 22 hours (TBO calendar) New three blade propeller (STC); new governor Asking U$S 140.000.- Airplane is in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia Owner: Verly Valdez Please email to: retamosa@adinet.com.uy (tfn) Unlimited Racer Project: 85% complete Yak 11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. Will also consider trade. For pictures and details 870-295-6213 tfn

Brand New Ag plane for sale with Lycoming IO-540-K1J5 Straight off the assemblyline. www.planair.com.br/en/projeto. php Contact me with any questions. Caio Villares email caio.villares@agroair.com or call 1-305-395-7814 (06-13)

(1) Allied Signal / Garrett / Honeywell TPE331-6-252 engine, complete FWF, include all accessories, starter generators, propellers, oil coolers, inlet cowls & all hoses. $125K. Phone: (772) 468-9292; Fax (772) 468-9297; Email: turbgrp@aol. com (06-13) R-1340 Engine, 0 SMOH by Aero, $54,000 OBO 12D40-211 Propeller, 0 SMOH. $12,500 OBO bha2@wavecom.net call Robert Eisele 307-672-3421 (06-13) (2) PT6A-20 engines for sale, (1) TSO 1,000 (1) TSO 1500, price $69,000 each will exchange. Also in stock PT6A-28 engines,Contact Robert at Conquest Av i a t i o n , 5 8 0 -2 39 - 9 626 o r e m a i l conquestaviation@gmail.com (06-13)

B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights.

Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered sprayer. Start your own aircraft company or expand your line. Call for details.

Airplane Services Inc. 850-675-1252, 850-380-7268, 850-380-6091. tfn

Order your Stearman Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN Unlimited Racer Project: 85% complete Yak 11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. Will also consider trade. For pictures and details tfn

Jet Set Airmotive PT6A-21 TSO 0 PT6A-28 TSO 1900 PT6A-34 TSO 0 PT6A-135A TSO 326 PT6A-60AG TSN 5284 Fresh HSI. Email preeves@jsamiami.com Email krod@jsamiami.com (06-13) Universal Turbine Parts has the following engines for sale: 11 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1256, 1458, 2243, 2936,3602 2 ea PT6A-114A TSO 0, 0 2 ea PT6A-135A TSN 653, 653 2 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0, 0 1 ea PT6A-34AG TSO 0 1 ea PT6A-60 TSO 0 1 ea PT6A-65 TSO 275 1 ea PT6A-67 TSO 0 We also buy PT6 engines in all conditions.

Please call Bill or Joel at 334-361-7853 or email bmershon@UTPparts.com or jplake@UTPparts.com PT6A engines for sale -15, -20, 27, 28, 34, 41, 42, 45, 65, 112, 114, 114A, 135. Contact Robert at Conquest Aviation, 580-2399626 or email conquestaviation@gmail. com (06-13) 1985 Ag Cat Engine for sale. 0 Hours since Covington O/H, TT 3678.6. $53,000 outright, no core. Engine is at Covington.

Also, AgCat firewall forward for engine For more info Email repettis1@yahoo.com or call 573-692-2160 (06-13)

Order your Clipped J3 Cub Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Ask about our Gift wrap option. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

Order your In-Formation Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com T F N

engines Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 (06-13)

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PT6-67AG engine outright sale, also PT6114A disassembled wip@wipaire.com 612-867-6160 01-14 R985-AN14B 792-SMOH (API)......$10,500 R985-AN14B 1045 SMOH (Cov)....$15,500 R1340-AN2 1114 SMOH (Cov).......$23,500 AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@ bscn.com *AgCat Sales/Parts/Service since ‘71* tfn Available Immediately! PT6A-67AG This engine has recently been removed from and Air Tractor 802 and is ready for sale. This engine has been maintained in accordance with Pratt & Whitney standards and is in great condition. (TSO: 1054.2 CSO: 1266) All information is available for review by contacting Grant Wallace at Wipaire. Please call 651-4146828 (01-14) Cylinders For Sale – Overhauled complete assy’s with new pistons installed. Ready to install. R-985 $1250.00 each Two or more less 5%: R-1340 $1950.00 each Two or more less 5%: Outright price: includes all gaskets. Sun Air Parts. 661257-7708 fax 661-257-7710 TFN

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Geared 1340 Tulsa engine for sell only 95 hours since Major. Continental 220 radial engine core. Call Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556 (01-14) Covington Turbine Engines Available.

PT6A-34AG 50 TSN PT6A-34AG 1789 TSO SOLD PT6A-34AG 780 TSO SOLD PT6A 2800 TSO SOLD PT6A-15AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul PT6A-34AG 0 TSO PT6A-34AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul. Contact us for New E n g i n e p r i ce s . We a r e i n te r e s te d in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition.

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J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the larges t selec tion of Lycoming and Continental engine cores in stock. Over 100 to choose from. Call Sid or Jerry for your parts or engines needs. 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn Garrett TPE-331-10 -511M 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A4-14 R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington $63,500.00 PT6A-34AG, 6,434 TTSN, P/S LIGHT OVERHAUL, NEW CT BLADES, O/H VAIN $260,000.00 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 Outright Or Exchange $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 TFN

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R-985. $1250,00 el par o 5% descuento por cantidad. R-1340 $1950,00 el par o 5% descuento por cantidad. Precio sin recambio: incluye todas las juntas. Sun Air Parts tel. 661-257-7708. Fax 661-2577708. tfn 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 tfn Pr at t & W h i tn ey R- 985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators, & accessories for above engines. Call Ches ter Rober t s Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903-429-6047 crs5r@aol.com 10 -13

dispersal equip Hi-Tek Rotary Atomizer - Rotary atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spectrum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance. Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229 - 6 45 -3605 w w w. davidononline.com tfn 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. 229645-3605. www.davidononline.com tfn

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Spreader Pan 13 Vane Stainless Steel Fabrication, 38 inch gate, good condition, $3,750. In AR Call 501-516-5874 (06-13)

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Manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” spreaders plus many more. Repairs on all makes and models including Transland and Swathmaster. Call us for all of your spreader needs 800-7363433 or 870-217-9232.

(06-13) CP NOZZLES AND CHECK VALVES. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. - Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462433540 - FAX: 438344 tfn EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR FIXED WING OR HELICOPTER JAS 559-686179 4, FA X 559 - 6 86 - 936 0, e - m ail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www,johnstonaircraft.com t f n ASC Rotary Atomizers - Why use old hydraulic nozzle technology? Rotary Atomizers are proven a s the most accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-14 CP N OZ ZLE S AN D CH ECK VALVE S “The Drift fighters”. Plus they improve your spray pattern. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn 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. (06-13) Transland and Agrinautics authorized distributor – Call us with your needs. Sid or Jerry @ J & C Enterprises 1-800-542-8565 or e-mail jcaviation@pldi.net At fn A SC Rotar y Atomizers - See w w w. dynafog.com/asc results and April 2009 issue of AAU, A. McCracken. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-14 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 tfn Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale.

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Satloc IntelliStar for sale. Includes CPU, Display, Lightbar, antenna, all cables, manuals, and installation hardware. Only used on the bench and ready for install.

Asking $12000, If interested call 877-9235832 ext 703 or email tom@agsync.com for more information.

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Hemisphere GPS systems in stock, Bantam, G4, Intellistar, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar2. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/Dealer 2012.

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Thrush S2R aircraft.

Lifetime Spar (60,000 Hr) without inspections.

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Tools for reaming attach bolts Wing Main (Centerwing to Outboard wing) attachment joints for Dromader M -18 p e r r e p a i r s e r v i c e b u l l e t i n #e/02.170/2000 Available for rent.

Contact Nancy at Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 12-14

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Used Load Hawg in excellent condition out of AT-602, $5000. For More information call 337-789-3529 or email lakeairser@ aol.com (06-13)

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New Piper tailwheel springs. Call Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556 (01-14)

Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385 -5051 w w w.kawakaviation. com (09-13)

Call Eugene For Details at 979-533-1720

The “Century” Wing Spar is now in HERE! FIRST KITS NOW IN STOCK Call today to purchase your kit!!!

Garrett TPE-331-10-511M 1 engine available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info.

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 (09-13)

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 w w w.kawakaviation. com (09-13)

25 inch Breckinridge Spreader. $1500.

Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services Inc. 850-380-6091. tfn

Used Thrush Parts for Sale

Several sets of late model wings • Metal Thrush tails • Many other items

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Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com (09-13) Superbooms for Cessna, Piper, Thrush, Air Tractor and custom manufacture; THRUSH AILERON SERVOS-STC’d kits. TSA 800642-5777 or tsa@702com.net (TFN) GPS Antenna Mount, for specific ag aircraft, Performance and looks, slip stream design delivers peak signals. Contact Terry Barber 605-258-2743.

(06-13) Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings. MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. tfn Air Tractor Parts New and Used (Associate dealer for Lane Aviation). FWF cowlings 402, 502, 602 many to chose from, removed for Factory and Cascade P-cowl conversions. New and used (Factory Rebuilt) Aileron, Flaps, Elevators, Rudders, Horz/Vert stabs in stock and ready to sale or trade. Call Steve @ North Star Aviation 620-356-4528 srice@pld.com tfn

O/H’D THRUSH 29” LANDING GEAR & WE CAN REPAIR / REBUILD YOURS. JOHNSTON AIRCRAFT SERVICE, INC. 559686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft. com www.johnstonaircraft.com tfn Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory.

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Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn 8 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper, and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com tfn Serviceable S2R wings, Engine Mount Ayres 45-60 Series, short extension wing tip assy, seat assy, strut assy, left engine exhaust stack, control sticks, steps, splice blocks, throttle quadrants, control quadrants, and MANY various other parts. For more information call Bruce’s Flying Service 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 TFN Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us.

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn Um par de asas estendida 95% completa do Thrush S2R . A pair of extended wings 95% complete Thrush S2R. Brazil. g arciav i ag r i co l a @ u o l .co m . b r / 16 36274879 (tfn)

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 C o nve r s i o n s at 5 0 9 - 635 -1 21 2 o r tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com .

(08-13) Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer.

Call Hershey Flying Service 308-3685556 (01-14) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc has purchased a large new inventory of Citabria GCBC part in late 1977-79 rnge.

Lots of common everyday parts. Landing gear, wheels 7 brakes, engine parts etc. call Jerry or Sid today 800-542-8565 or email jcaviaiton@pldi.net Atfn S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830-6254138. tfn

Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractor and Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees.

Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to fuel nozzle & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com ( 08-13) PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn

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Cessna Par t s - Engine, propellers, authorized service center. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 tfn Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn 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 tfn

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

09-13 Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net Atfn

Agrinautics, Angel Flight Assistant, Automatic Flagman, Aero Engines, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Hemisphere GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor Supply 800437-5319, www.skytractor.com, email@ skytractor.com, 701-636-5881 (fax) TFN

Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us.

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn

Brave and Pawnee parts - engines, props, spar kits, fuel cells and foam kits, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-6869360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t fn Angel Personal Flight Assistant - in stock, shipping today. Premium quality Bluetooth interface for the cockpit. Noise free cell phone use without fumbling for your phone. Caller ID, direct dial, redial, voice dial, download phonebook and call list entries, dial direct., Stream bluetooth music and control, E6B flight computer, Stopwatch, fuel and approach timer.

Large full color easy to read backlit screen, intuitive menus, automatic cut out with radio transmissions, ambient light sensor.

Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 A tfn Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit to get yours today call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi. net At fn NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock ready to ship today.1-800-437-5319 SkyTractor Supply Company tfn Retrofit Hopper Door for AT-502 and AT-602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 tfn

The mid-west Air tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department.

Call Carrie or Randy for all your Air Tractor parts needs at 877-715-8476. tfn

Emco Wheaton/Buckeye Dr y Break Couplers and adapters, Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559 - 686 -936 0, e - mail: info @ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Spend your time doing what you do best “SPRAYING” and let us find those parts for you. Part numbers are really important. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

COMPLETE THRUSH FACTORY METAL TA I L W / U P DAT E S . J O H N S TO N AIRCRAFT SERVICE, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. still has one of the largest Cessna, and Piper Ag Aircraft inventories in the USA and has a huge inventory of Lighting and wheel and brake inventory. Let us be your total part provider. Call in your needs - Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or jcaviation@pldi. net At fn Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone.

662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com tfn Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. Give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net At fn

propellers H ar t ze ll m o de l H C- C 2Y K-1B F, s/n CH-16579E. For more information email Chucao@tie.cl (06-13) 2D30-6101A20,A/R....................... 4,500 2D30-6101A12,0/Iran..................10,500 22D30-6533A12,OHC ................... 5,500 AmAg 870-886-2418 (89F) agcatbscn. com. *AgCat Sales/Parts/Service since ‘71* 12D40-AG100-4, OHC ................15,500 22D40-AG200-2, 1200-SOH, 60-SIRAN & ADCW.........................................20,500 22D40-6533A-12,852 SOH (beautiful).. ........................................................ 19,500 AmAg 870-886-2418 (89F) agcatbscn. com. *AgCat Sales/Parts/Service since ‘71* 12D40-6101A12, 175-SIRAN......11,500 12D40-AG100-4S, 375 SOH, 0-IRAN..... ........................................................14,500 HC-B3TN-3D/5M,OHC w/new +4 Blades ........................................................23,000 AmAg 870-886-2418 (89F) agcatbscn. com. *AgCat Sales/Parts/Service since ‘71* H ar t ze ll m o de l H C- C 2Y K-1B F, s/n CH-41802B. For more information email Chucao@tie.cl (06-13) McCauley model 2D36C14-F, S/n 737538.

For more information email Chucao@tie. cl (06-13) For sale Hamilton Standard 12D40-403 0-since IRAN. Email: vsi@polarcomm.com or call 701-284-6755 (06-13) 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 210924-5561. sales@dixieair.com. (06-13) Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18, 22D30-6533A-12 12D40-6101A-12, 12D40-AG100-2 22D40-6533A-12, 23D40-6533A-18 23D 4 0 -70 05A-12, Call PropWork s, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net 12-13 Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-2325401. T F N J & C Enterprises has a Cessna 188 props in Stock Y.T. Also offer some STC’d propellers. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

GE M601- E11 751 HP TURBOPROP C o n v e r s i o n s f o r A i r Tr a c t o r a n d Thrush. Increased Reliability. No Hot Section Inspections. No Nozzles to S e r v ice . C a s c ad e Pre s s u re Cow l – St andard Equipment with Life time Serviceable Air Filter System! 3,000 HR Engine TBO. Auto Start Systems.

Lower Operating/Maintenance Costs.

Improved Safety. Ease of Maintenance Access. Warranty: 1,000 Hr / 1,100 Cy c l e s o r 2 Ye a r s . N o w t a k i n g deposit s and scheduling deliveries for mid - late 2011 and early 2012.

Please contact Cascade Aircraf t C o n v e r s i o n s a t 5 0 9 - 6 35 -1 21 2 o r to m @ c a s c ad e a i rcr af tco nve r s i o n s . com . tfn

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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. Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-919-2317 A06-13 1500 gal Jet A refueler; Nissan UD 3300 truck; epoxy lined steel tank: Liquid Control counter with predetermining counter (new 2003); single point and over the wing nozzles: automatic reel. Truck and pump work well; good rubber $13,900 or Will consider trades for auto, truck, or aircraft Call 501-985-1484 AR location. tfn

Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. Air Tractor offers competitive financing 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.

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NEW to the DeSpain Collection, Customized Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

miscellaneous Five day KS rifle hunt. 100% success last 2 years, tags available OTC in June. Can accommodate group up to four. $3500 per gun. I am operator and pilot in South AR. Call Al for details, 870-265-5011 or email cropdoctoral@hotmail.com. (06-13)

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12” wingspan, removable stand.

G re at toy fo r th e k i ds o r d e s k to p m o d e l . $1 5 + s/ h o r d e r o n l i n e a t w w w. t a k e o f f t o y s . c o m o r e - m a i l t r e v o r e d w a r d s @ s w. r r. c o m t f n

finance/lease 1980 International we t/dr y truck .

Automatic Allison Transmission, all Hydraulic with Telescope Boom. $15,000 Call 573-989-6529 (06-13)

For Lease: Late model Air Tractor 502 for the 2013 season. Inquire - South Delta Aviation. Darryl Riddell 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends.

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Get these photo mats before they fly off the shelve. A great way to display your favorite photos. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 tfn

Don’t miss a great deal on these beautiful models, great addition to your growing collection. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

Trade with members of NAAA

2013 AT-502B-34AG available now AT-502B -34AG May 2013 AT-602 -65AG, AT-802A -65AG slot available Fall 2013

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

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Help your little pilot fly high in dream world with these Bi-Plane PJ’s... Assorted sizes available. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn 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 (08-13)

iPhone 5 bumpers, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

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. Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

SUPERBUGS A safe and economical way to speed up Mother nature! Dispose of hazardous waste in loading and spill areas, ponds and ditches. SUPERBUGS disposes of insecticides, Fungicides, herbicides, and petroleum products Such as waste oil, diesel fuel, gasoline, solvent or anything of organic nature. Blue Stripe Distributing Toll Free 877-924-5025 tfn

w w w. Aircr af tCost Analysis.com AG Operators can calculate your break even, % investment return, profit potential, and produce annual & monthly cash flows. Project your financials without spending hours of your time. All reports are produced automatically and accurately af ter you provide your cost inputs and gross application fees. Types of analyses performed include: Company/ Individual Ownership, Managed with/ without Leaseback, Commercial Operation, Agricultural/Fire/Ambulance Operations, Joint Ownership, Fractional Ownership, and Charter/Rental. AG sales organizations can provide prospects with customized & professional ownership cost analysis. This program is a great sales aid and management tool. FREE sample reports. Click REQUEST INFORMATION on the website or call 281-419-7443 t f n Aviator Backpack and matching coin purse (sold separately). Available in blue and pink. For more information call 478987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

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Fly through your mail with our Airplane Letter Opener! Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or vist our Market Place at agairupdate.com t fn PC SPRAY Dedicated Application Software, Version 3. Fully-functional program. Buy it once, use it forever! No annual fees.

Technical support for the life of the product. Call or email for demo today. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 tfn 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 478-9871836 Historical Video Productions. tfn

Order your The AgOp Collage Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com tfn 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 Atfn

Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

HELMET with slide up visor $850. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1200. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 At fn

English to Spanish Technical Translations Fo r m e r A &P an d Ag - Pi l ot, C ar l o s Retamosa Specializing in translating: • Aviation technical manuals • Airworthiness Directives (ADs) • Service Bulletins (SBs) Contact info 598-53-24376 retamosa@ adinet.com.uy tfn 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. $35,000 OBO. 478.987.2250 tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is always looking for all types of derelict aircraft, parts inventory, both new and used.

We will buy small or a shop full. Contact Jerry Buster 800 -542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

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. tfn 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. tfn “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc, is centrally located in Wichita Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. RANDY HARDY established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a staff dedicated and knowledgeable includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe, Dick Russell and Rita Ethridge, whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application business. Give us a try, you might be surprised. Call 1 800 721-6733 or fax us at 316-945-2330.

Get an online quote from our web site at www.hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com. tfn

services Cascade Conversion for Thrush and Air Tractor. Fuel Saving, Cooler running, more power available. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 tfn

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. tfn !!Attention Thrush Owners!! North Star Aviation Inc is now the new STC holder of the Thrush Reinforce Leading Edge Skins. If you are getting ready to rebuild your Thrush wings due to AD09-26-11 or tired of bird strikes and ugly leading edges!! Now is the time to install North Star Aviations new Thrush heavy duty reinforced leading edge skins fully STC’d SA03518AT no Field approval required.

For more Info contact Wendel or Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 wlambert@pld.com tfn Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 tfn !!Attention Thrush Owners!! North Star Aviation Inc is now the new STC holder of the Thrush Reinforce Leading Edge Skins. If you are getting ready to rebuild your Thrush wings due to AD09-26-11 or tired of bird strikes and ugly leading edges!! Now is the time to install North Star Aviations new Thrush heavy duty reinforced leading edge skins fully STC’d SA03518AT no Field approval required.

For more Info contact Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 srice@pld. com tfn

wanted to buy Looking to lease turbine PT6 thrush for summer and fall. Please email responses to blindads@agairupdate.com subject looking to buy or fax 478-987-1836 subject looking to buy.

(06-13) WANTED: S2R 600 radial Thrush. Any year, any condition. Engine optional. Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. bruceandrews62@gmail. com (06-13) Wanted - Turbine Thrush or Air Tractor, all considered, email specs and pictures to norm@skynorth.com (06-13) EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940-902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal. net tfn Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl Riddell at 870-572-9011 (06-13)

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 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 tfn

operations Ever wanted to star t your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane, train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506 (06-13) Ag Operations for sale, established 30+ years, seasoned Feb-Aug, 2 Airstrips, both w/concrete runways, 100x100 Hangar, 3 Air Tractors, with or without planes.

All ground support equipment. Available Fall 2013. Send interests to: blindads@ agairupdate.com subject 30 yr operation. or mail interests to 30 Yr. Operations C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry GA 31069 (06-13)

Looking for a multi piston or single turbine operator to buy-out. I prefer chemical sales, a long season, diverse crops, office, hangar and decent equipment. I’m in my late 20s and 8 years of AG. Please email repsonses to blindads@agairupdate.com or mail to Looking to Buy C/O AgAir Update Po Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 (06-13) Montana aerial application business with FBO. Year round income; ag, 135, fuel and maintenance, included hangar, office, fuel systems with truck and equipment.

Aircraft included, contact BigSkyDN@ aol.com (06-13)

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Available May-Sept. High time Ag Pilot.

FW-RW. 12,000 hrs. Prefer RW but will listen to all offers. Max Trost. 337-8024209 (06-13) Turbine pilot seeking a seat. Have flown AT-502’s, Turbine Thrushes, and turbine Cats. Experienced with everything from rice to corn run work, 35 years old, extremely easy to get along with, and married. Looking for something long term, but will take short term seats until I find it. Licensed in AR, LA, and TX. Getting licensed in others will be no problem. ssreid2002@yahoo.com or call 903-949-4966 (06-13) Pilot w/ 3000 Hours 2800 ag time 2600 turbine 12 Piston looking for seat. All ag time was in Arkansas rice & Iowa corn.

Lic. Tx, AR, KS, NB, MO, IL and IA, PASS cert. Hard working and capable free to travel wherever the season takes me.

Email Arkansasagpilot@live.com or call 870-215-2481 (06-13) Pilot and 500g Garrett Thrush available mid-May until the corn run and afterwards.

Thirtieth season, licensed in many states.

Call Craig @ 970-630-0922 (06-13) Co m m e r c i a l Pi l o t s e e k i n g a s e at .

400TT, 390 TW, 100Ag. Extensive farm background. A&P with Ag A/C experience.

NA A A member, PA A SS at tendance.

Willing to work ground crew. Looking to become an asset for your operation.

References Available gatebox1981@ gmail.com (06-13)

ENTRY LEVEL AG PILOT TR AINING utilizing Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit,Dual&Solo Flight Time in Ag Plane. SATLOC BANTAM. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137.See videos at: www.eaglevistas. com. E AGLE VISTA S LLC 772-285 5506 (06-13)

seat wanted Ag Pilot needs work, 12,000 ag, all make and models, 8000 turbine, A&P IA .

Please email responses to blindads@ agairupdate.com subject Ag Pilot or fax 478-987-1836 attn: Ag Pilot (06-13) Father-Son team seeking full time long term seats. 20,000 hours total time, 14,000 turbine time, 19,000 ag time 35 years experience.(Father) 4,000 hours total time, 2100 turbine time, 3500 ag time 8 years experience.(Son) Licensed in AR and La, Midwest seats welcome christopherowen70@yahoo. com or call 318-418-2493 (06-13) Ver y c apable B ell 20 6 Je t R anger, pilot/mechanic, and ground support equipment in search of ag work or other job opportunities. Please call 561-8762944.

(06-13) Ag Pilot with 6,000 Ag; 16,000 TT, Turbine ag time, No accidents, No incidents, No Violations. Looking for Midwest seat, Missouri, Illinois, Iowa. Contact: 314-9688815; Mobile: 314-239-0343 Available immediately (06-13) 3rd Generation pilot, 2nd Generation crop duster looking for my 1st seat. Flying Tiger Graduate w/ Turbine Transition in Thrush S2R-T15. 600TT, 320TW, 20Ag. Instrument rated Commercial pilot.

PAASS attendance, available immediately, references available call 863-557-3480 or email marcus.hinshaw@chaletsuzanne. com (06-13)

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Plane and Pilot insured Pawnee 235 licensed in AL, IL, NE. available for Spring and early Summer work email jcobb4443@hotmail. com or call 205-422-7624 (06-13) 1600+hrs helicopter, 400+ hrs Ag. Able to travel as needed, Certified applicator Kansas with reciprocity. Contact Ken at 316-209-8466 rkshack@cox.net (06-13) AT-502 & Pilot Available: I am currently looking for May & June work. I fly a 502A with M3, flow control, & flat fans. I have herbicide experience & am licensed in several states, north & south. I am a professional & work well w/ others.

Contact Brent (620) 640-6838 or (620) 649-3224 (06-13) Need another plane? Short-term or longterm, Northern Illinois operator with AT-602 and Pilot looking to schedule work in 2013. Please call Jerry at 217-304-5557.

We are mobile with ground support if needed and are probably already licensed in your state.

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help wanted Wanted: Helicopter Ag Operator with ground support equipment to work with midwest operator approx July, August 2013. Prefer turbine. Fax letter of interest to 866-607-5825.

(06-13) Wanted: Cessna C188 and 450 Ag Cat pilot for the corn run in July in Iowa must have 1000hrs Ag and REFERENCES send information to REPettis1@yahoo. com (06-13)

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Successful mid West operations for sale with or without turbine aircraft. Very successful with diverse crops, seasons April-September. 250-300 K annual acres and growing. Qualified buyers only. Please email responses to blindads@agairupdate. com subject: Operation for sale or fax 478345-2428 att: operation for sale or mail to Operations for Sale C/O AgAir Update Po Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 (06-13)

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Wanted Ground Crew Personnel for Midwest Ag Operation. July, August. Great Prerequisite to learn the business and meet/work with Ag Pilots in the industry.

Fax resume with letter of introduction to 866-607-5825 (06-13) Year-round helicopter pilot needed for the Southwest area. Night applications mainly. Turbine helicopter, Ag experience a must. Call Miles 928-580-9970 (06-13)

IT’S MORE THAN JUST THE HISTORY OF AVIATION IT’S THE LIVING HISTORY OF MISSISSIPPI AND THE SOUTH

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION MUSEUM WHERE A WAY OF LIFE, COMES TO LIFE. NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION MUSEUM 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson MS Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

601-432-4500 800-844-TOUR

This project is partially funded through a grant by the Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau

Back-up Pilot wanted. Ag-Cat with a Garrett TPE331-6 engine. Please send your resume to repettis1@yahoo.com. (06-13) Piston Seat available for the upcoming 2013 season and beyond, May - Sept. in the Midwest (MN, IA, IL, etc.) Min 250 hours AG time, no incidents, clean record.

Looking for long term employees and team players Send resume to blindads@ agairupdate.com or mail to A & P c/o AG Air Update PO Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 (06-13) INSTRUCTORS/MENTORS FOR ENTRY LE VEL AG PI LOTS ,CFI O R M e dic al not required for MENTOR POSITION, Flexible times available. Your experience makes you valuable! Give back to the industry! Contact EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772-285-5506 (06-13)

Immediate full time positions for entry level A&P mechanics. Please send resumes to North Star Aviation, Inc. Fax 620-3563864 or email srice@pld.com (08-13) IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience tfn Seeking pilot(s) for the upcoming 2013 season and beyond, May - Sept. in the Midwest (MN, IA, IL, etc.) For a turbine Thrush. Preferred 1000 hrs AG and 250 hours Turbine time. Also have a piston seat, min 250 hours AG time.

Looking for long term employees and team players, A&P a plus! Send resume to blindads@agairupdate.com or mail to A & P c/o AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 (01-14) Immediate full time positions for entry level or experienced A&P/IA mechanics.

Please send resumes to A&P c/o AgAir Update Po Box 850 Perry GA 31069 or email blindads@agairupdate subject A&P or fax 478-987-1836 (tfn) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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Seeking an A&P for a central Minnesota Maintenance operation. Ag experience a must, general aviation experience is a plus. Looking for long term employees and team players, IA’s and Pilots are a plus!

Send resume to blindads@agairupdate. com or mail to A & P c/o AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 (01-14)

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Turbine Conversions Limited............... 22A Turbine Installation ...............................17F Universal Turbine Parts Div.................. 28A

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