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Anatomy of an engine failure AAAA members participate in air show Eagle Vista graduates Innovation - Gaucho and Electrostatic in Brazil
6 Calendar of Events 7 AgAir Mail 11 From the SEAT
40 Truth in Flight 44 The Hopper 46 Classifieds
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calendar of events May 31 - June 3, 2017 23ª edición de AgroActiva Armstrong, Santa Fe Argentina agroactiva.com/ agroactiva-2017/ June 6 & 7, 2017 IA AAA Operation S.A.F.E. Marshalltown, IA Lynn Baxter lbaxter@wrkofar.com June 8-9, 2017 SNA Região Sul Aeroporto Municipal Cachoeira do Sul, Brazil Altamir Gomes 51.98182-1716 altamir@aviacaoagricola.com www.aviacaoagricola.com August 8-10, 2017 Congresso SINDAG Mercosul and Lationo-Americano Gramado Canella Convention and Visitors Bureau Canela, RS, Brazil www.congressosindag.com.br August 19, 2017 Brazilian Ag Aviation Day August 24-25, 2017 SNA Região Centro Oeste Aeroporto Primavera do Leste, Brazil Altamir Gomes 51.98182-1716 altamir@aviacaoagricola.com www.aviacaoagricola.com September 14-15, 2017 SNA Região Sudeste Garcia Aviação Agrícola Ribeirão Preto, Brazil Altamir Gomes 51.98182-1716 altamir@aviacaoagricola.com www.aviacaoagricola.com
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Hi Bill! How are you? I just read your editorial and you’ll always be welcome here in Argentina. We only need to know how you want it: rare, medium or well done! Best Regards Francisco & Luis Casajus Cordoba, Argentina
A long time ago, I had written a few lines in AgAir Update about “French Ag-Pilots”. This month in the French magazine infopilote, it talks about the same activity which is very difficult in France with the standards of Europe!
Thank you Bill, I appreciate the email about my close call. It certainly means a lot. I am finding out how close the aerial application community is and it is very uplifting and much needed after an incident like this.
But, the planes and pilots are still here, to treat mosquitoes in the south of France and Corsica. Best regards, Eric Deluy Les Mees, France
While I have the privilege to email you. I would like to tell you that I love AgAir Update. It is my favorite magazine and I learn something every time I read it.
Hello Eric; My memory fails me, but your last name and the topic do rings bells hidden deep in my cortex! One of the more often questions asked of me is, how is ag-aviation in Europe? It is such a hypocrisy that the ones who complain about aerial applications are the very ones begging for mosquito control with the airplane!
Luis and my daughter, Alma.
Hola Francisco! Thank you for your email, invitation and the photo! Your daughter must have a beautiful mother to be so pretty! Ha! No credit to you! I love my barbecue medium rare.
I sure could use an update based on your personal experience, maybe call a few friends that were in the business. Also, a reference to how the laws are structured in EU and France in regards to ag-aviation would be a good. You can write as much as you desire about this topic, not to exceed 1,000 words. —Bill
Please give my regards to your father, Luis!—Bill
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With that said, I sure wish I would have seen that power line. It was a very busy and lonely few moments until I made it back on the ground. I had a badly injured plane with a prop tip sheared off, open canopy, torn off rudder and I was unaware that I was injured myself. Not to mention I had to go under another power line to land, as my plane would not climb and would only turn left. I feel blessed to be alive and to be a part of this wonderful ag-aviation community. Thanks again, Kyle Gress Unadilla, NE Hello Kyle; Glad to know you survived the power line strike. Those buggers can be hard to see. Wishing you a speedy return to the air. — Bill
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statistics Thanks for your recent article covering the 2016 fatality statistics that I covered in our AMAA spring newsletter. However, I want to make sure to give credit where it’s due. The NAAA’s Safety and Regulations Committee put together a select group of people to take a closer look at ag accidents in order to come up with trends and “just causes” to help identify key areas that tend to lead to these accidents. That is where my figures I referred to in the article came from; I am just the messenger of a very important message. A thorough ag aircraft accident analysis has long been overdue in our industry and this group has done a great job. Glad to see someone outside of Montana reads our newsletter. Keep up the good work! Darrin Pluhar Association of Montana Aerial Applicators NAAA Represetative Rapid City, MT Hello Darrin; Thanks for the clarification. And yes, I appreciate and read the AMAA’s newsletter! I also appreciate your kind comments. Fly safe in Big Sky Country!—Bill
Adelaide I read your digital issue every month and was interested to see an article about the VLAT in Chile this month. I’ve attached an article about LATs in Australia if you have space in the future. Best Regards, John Gould Albuquerque, NM
Hello John; Absolutely awesome aircraft. I was just in Adelaide last September attending the firefighting conference there. Thanks so much for the article. The next edition of AirFire & Forestry will be June. I’ll place the article in that edition. If you have any photos of Tanker 910 making a drop, that would be good. Send me your mailing address and I’ll be sure to send you print copies, as well as the article formatted into a brochure that can be distributed in appreciation for your efforts. This is the address I have on record: 3201 University Bvld. SE, Suite 102 Albuquerque.— Bill
Avialsa Hi Bill; I just read in AgAir Update’s last month’s “Letters to the Editor” section about AT-802 pilot training. Please remember Air Tractor Europe provides AT-802 pilot training in aircraft and in our simulator for pilots worldwide in a variety of languages. Hugo Arceo Air Tractor Europe Valencia Spain Hola Hugo; So noted! Maybe I’ll have the opportunity soon to visit and check out the AT-802 simulator! —Bill
Great job To all at AgAir Update great job guys!! Hammer Patterson Town Creek, AL Hello Hammer; Been a long time since hearing from ya. Hope all has been good. Thanks for the compliments for all the “team players” here at AgAir Update.—Bill
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Preparing for the Season After a very convoluted bidding process which took many months and cost vendors hundreds of thousands of dollars, it appears there will be no Exclusive Use SEAT contracts for the upcoming fire season. The Bureau of Land Management had hoped to issue around thirty-five of the one hundred-day contracts, but protests by two vendors over the process led to the cancellation of all contracts. This means all SEATs on fire duty this summer will operate under the On Call Contract at a much higher cost to the government. I had written previously about how complicated the bidding process had become. Maybe this will lead to simplification of the system in the future. The BAe 146/Avro RJ-85 series have become very popular as heavy air tankers that now dominate the fleet of those size fire bombers. It appears there will be about twenty of them in service by year’s end. A surplus of airframes and spare parts means they will probably be around for a long time to come. The RJ-85 aircrews really appreciate the performance, flight characteristics and drop pattern on fires looks to be first class. Noticeably absent from fires last summer were the Erickson
MD-87s. It is my understanding that when McDonnell-Douglas certified the aircraft, they chose not to examine the stall characteristics with the flaps extended and the landing gear retracted as they did not foresee the aircraft being operated in that configuration. With no data from the manufacturer, it is impossible to calculate proper air speeds while serving as an air tanker. At this time, it is unclear what the future holds for these ex-airliners. The United States Forest Service has begun taking delivery of the Lockheed C-130s that are being transferred from the United States Air Force. The first one has completed the inspections and air tanker conversion by the USAF and is in possession of the USFS where it is being used for crew training in Sacramento, California. Recently, an issue arose when the USFS announced they would be operating air tankers as public use aircraft. This means they would not be subject to Federal Aviation Administration regulations as are contracted tankers, which they are in direct competition with. This does not seem fair and I am sure protests will be filed and lawsuits served. The USFS also announced the C-130s will be restricted to fires within 500 miles of Sacramento where their support equipment is
located. Conversely, contracted aircraft can be dispatched anywhere in the nation and the vendor must follow them with support equipment. Florida and southern Georgia have had an unusually active spring fire season. One day in late April, Florida had 90 fires burning with 32 greater than 100 acres. Crews from around the nation are there helping, along with numerous firefighting aircraft. The dense vegetation in this part of the country will carry these fires until Mother Nature delivers a soaking rain. In parting, heavy winter precipitation out West means lots of fuel for the upcoming fire season and a forecast for above normal fire activity. I hope you all have a very safe and prosperous season and maybe one day I will meet you in the mountains.
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Apocalypse on the plains by Marc Mullis The Great Plains of the central United States have seen fire play a role in its history for thousands of years. The vast grasslands emerge from winter with the blanket of fuel cured of moisture by the months of freezing and thawing. Before the country was settled, the only sources of ignition were lightning from a stray thunderstorm or perhaps an intentional set by local Native Americans. Tribes would often burn off areas with the knowledge that spring rains would bring a flush of new grass to the burn scar which would in turn attract and hold the huge herds of buffalo. With a deep understanding of topography and weather, the Indians could semi-control the burned area. As settlers swelled westward, the landscape began to change. The herds of buffalo disappeared as railroads snaked across the plains to be replaced by millions of cattle. Native Americans were forced into the reservation system. Homesteads were established and with them came fences and corrals. Wagon trails became roads and soon the high plains were wild no more.
As the Southern Plains emerged from winter in 2017 wildfire managers in several states were faced with a feeling of dread. Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas had all experienced below normal winter precipitation and the previous summer storm showers had created lots of fuel on the ground, which was now very dry. Conditions were ripe and when combined with the ever present spring winds, the outlook was for extreme fire weather. Several states took proactive measures and started pre-positioning firefighting assets. Colorado activated two of its state contracted Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs) in January and moved much of its engine crews from the mountains onto the eastern plains. The Kansas Forest Service only has five personnel and one engine assigned to full time fire duty. That state depends on rural volunteer fire departments for wildland fire control. Oklahoma requested four SEATs from the federal On Call contract in addition to two Super Scooper CL415s and numerous helicopters. In mid-February, the Texas Forest Service added four SEATs from the national On
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Call program. Two were positioned in Amarillo and two, of which I was one, reported to Abilene. Numerous agency personnel from east and south Texas were moved into the Panhandle region. Two weeks later, Texas added a heavy air tanker to Abilene, Tanker 02, a BAe146 from Neptune Aviation. On our first day of duty at Abilene, we were dispatched to a fire sixty miles to the east. When we arrived at the fire with our second load of retardant, I was number one for the drop while SEAT Tanker-866 was about one-half mile behind me. I identified the target and T-866’s instructions were to tag and extend my line. After making my drop and turning out, I suddenly heard the Air Attack command over the radio, “Tanker 866 abort abort.” Crews on the ground had spotted a drone that had actually flown between T-866 and me. If one of these highly popular units were to strike an air tanker there would definitely be metal bent and could possibly lead to a serious accident. Before the BAe-146 heavy air tanker T-02 arrived, life was pretty laid back at the Abilene SEAT base. It was just us two pilots, our support truck drivers and a SEAT manager, or an SEMG as it is known. A SEMG serves as a liaison between the contractor and the government agency we are assigned to. They keep track of our paperwork and record our times when we are flying. Before T-02 arrived things started to ramp up. With a heavy air tanker present, we became Abilene Tanker Base and required an Air Base Manager, Mixmaster and a Ramp Manager. The Texas Forest Service also
We received dispatches on a regular basis during this period but they were usually either called in too late for us to launch go to the fire and return to Abilene, or it would be too windy. SEATs are grounded when sustained winds reach thirty knots or if there is a gust spread of more than fifteen knots. On a lot of days both of these standards were met. With winds this strong retardant becomes ineffective and it is almost impossible to place it where you want it. Our morning briefing on March 1 was rather ominous in that the weather forecast showed an approaching strong cold front that would bring pre-passage record high temperatures, gusty winds and extremely low relative humidity. Red flag warnings were issued for the entire week and the event was to culminate on March 6 with the passage of the front that produced a 90° wind shift and no moisture. We watched anxiously all week as several small fires were reported to dispatch, but were caught by ground crews before there was a need for aircraft assistance. By the time we arrived for work on the morning of March 6, the winds had already exceeded our limitations. Sustained winds over forty knots with gusts over fifty knots were common in the Abilene area, while farther north and nearer the front wind speeds were
even higher. By early afternoon dispatch was reporting multiple new fire starts in the northern Panhandle. The acreage estimates for each fire grew at an alarming rate. Barriers, such as highways and railroads, were no defense against the 70 mph wind gusts. All firefighters could do was position in front of the fire and warn people to get out of the way. Multiple evacuation orders were issued and many communities looked like ghost towns as the flame front approached. The same conditions were occurring in Oklahoma and Kansas with the largest fire starting in western Oklahoma and crossing the state line into its neighbor to the north. A couple hours after darkness fell, blazes were still raging but a new element was inserted into the battle. The frontal passage with its associated wind shift passed through and the fire monsters were now headed southeast instead of northeast. New evacuations orders had to be issued. By late the next afternoon, winds had subsided and firefighters began to get a handle on the fires. Acreage estimates had become wild guesses and no one would really know until the fire perimeter could be mapped by aircraft. Containment would be weeks away as hundreds of miles of fire lines had to be patrolled; much of it being in very remote areas. Hot spots where heavier fuels had been had to be located and cooled off. As soon as it was safe, the survey of the devastation began. People were missing, homes were destroyed and untold ranching infrastructure, such as fencing and corrals, had been leveled. Overall, over one million acres burned in a two-
day period with 585,000 of those acres in Texas. Most had been pasture that was now reduced to worthless black ashes. The missing people were found, four in Texas and two in Oklahoma, all perished by overwhelming flames while trying to herd livestock out of harm’s way. Thousands of livestock were killed in the blaze with many having to be put down days later due to severe burns or smoke inhalation. It was a nationwide community of ranchers that reacted to the disaster. Millions of tons of hay for surviving livestock was donated with convoys of trucks hauling it in from hundreds and even more than a thousand miles away. Truckloads of fencing materials arrived daily. Fencing costs between $5,000-$10,000 per acre. Thousands of miles of it had been destroyed. The land would repair itself after the spring rains arrive and herds would be rebuilt from survivors. The governor declared a state of disaster making Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) funds available to ranchers affected by the fire. Federal funds would also pay for firefighting efforts as long as dangerous conditions existed. Investigators determined most fires started that fateful day were ignited by power lines that were downed by high winds. Back at the tanker base, all we could do was sit back watching report after report wishing there was something we could do. We remained in Abilene for another month responding to the occasional dispatch until spring rains and the resulting green up signaled an end to the spring fire season on the Southern High Plains.
The Portable Airtanker Base or PAB set up in Abilene. The entire setup can be loaded on a truck and trailer and be moved to another location in one day. The Texas Forest Service now has three of these units.
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Fire Bosses control Skopje wildfire by Igor Bozinovski A small forest fire that started on the plateaus of Skopje overlooking Skopska Crna Gora mountain (the Black Mountain of Skopje) on 1 April 2017 developed into a serious wildfire over the following 24 hours and caused a state of emergency requiring aerial firefighting assistance to 120-strong ground forces that were unsuccessfully fighting the wind-supported blaze that destroyed over 500 hectares a forest. The much needed assistance has been finally provided on 3 April 2017 by two Air Tractor AT-802A Fire Boss water-bombers from the Macedonia Protection and Rescue Directorate, a government subordinated institution specialized and equipped for disaster relief operations. Placed into action before noon on 3 April 2017, the two Fire Bosses operated from the Skopje Alexander the Great International airport and jointly executed 26 firefighting flights during which each aircraft dropped 3,100-liter
(800-gallon) loads of water over the mountainous wildfire that was 17 km away from the airport. By doing so, the two planes dispersed a total of 80,600 liters (21,300 gallons) of water over the Bulachani wildfire scene that was effectively extinguished in less than four hours at an expense of a little over 6,500 liters (1,700 gallons) of Jet-A fuel consumed by the Fire Bosses’ PT6A-67AG engines. Despite the fact that the Air Tractor AT-802A Fire Boss is a floats-equipped amphibious aircraft capable for scooping water from water surfaces like rivers, lakes and open seas, in this particular case and due to the lack of suitable water scooping areas around Skopje and also because of the vicinity of the wildfire to Skopje Alexander the Great International airport, a decision was made for the aircraft to be filled with water on the ground with 2,000 liters/minute (525 gallons) highcapacity water pumps. As a result the average time between
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The AT-802A Fire Boss unit has relieved the Republic of Macedonia from a chronic dependence on international aid. The small 15-people strong Aviation Unit of the Protection and Rescue Directorate (Avio Oddelenie na Direkcijata za Zastita i Spasuvanje) is permanently based at Skopje Alexander the Great International airport from where it operates a fleet of three fully-operational AT-802A Fire Bosses that were procured in March 2009 and achieved full operational readiness status in late June 2010. The unit relies on five experienced and highly skilled pilots that are regularly passing proficiency checks in an EASA Approved Training Organization (ATO) that is part of Air Tractor Europe AT802-related sales, training and logistical systems established in Spain. The last training session was in late 2016 where checks were supplemented with flight hours in an FTD Level II flight simulator for simulating firefighting scenarios and various in-flight emergencies with a level of accuracy as described in JAR-STD-3A for flight training devices. The Aviation Unit has been operational for seven years and is indeed very famous and highly respected in the Macedonian society because of the human aspect of its operations and the fact that despite being the smallest government aviation unit, it is receiving high serviceability and operational readiness. Additionally, the AT-802A Fire Boss unit has relieved the Republic of Macedonia from a chronic dependence on international aid for its aerial firefighting needs when it comes to the nation’s capability to independently and efficiently handle wildfires that are quite regular for Macedonia in during the hot and dry May-September months.
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Oops! Be honest. We have all done some things we are either ashamed of or feel embarrassed about. Whether it is the time we poured our drink down the front of our shirt at a party when someone asked us the time and we looked at our watch on the wrist of the hand holding our drink… or, the time we pushed and pushed on the door marked “Pull” or…well, you get the idea. We’ve all been there sometime in our lives. In my own case, I can pretty much blame almost all my embarrassing moments on a lack of focus or vigilance. If you are reading this, congratulations, you have survived by not making the ultimate faux pas.
As SEAT pilots, we must remain vigilant and focused while performing the missions as assigned. One of the ways that I have to remind myself to stay focused is to remember the mistakes of others. The following stories are sometimes hilarious, and sometimes tragic, but all are for learning from others mistakes. They are all true and rest easy my friends, I will not name names and I promise to protect the innocent! You know who you are and anyway, you guys know way too many stories about me to open that Pandora’s Box of embarrassment! So here we go. SEAT pilot sitting in the pit on his third re-load of the day. The hose is attached and filling the hopper with more of “the red stuff” when the Tanker Base manager calls him on the radio to give him a “heads-up” that he will be diverted to another fire on his next trip. He reaches for the transmit switch on the stick to reply and suddenly the aircraft grows light on its wheels. He notices the loading crew scrambling away from the side of the aircraft…OOPs!…that’s gonna cost him a lot of ice cream bars for the tanker base staff! He forgot to disarm his gate system when returning to the tanker base, hitting the trigger rather than the transmit switch. Focus!
The business of fighting fire with aircraft is very unforgiving and can be dangerous at times. Another SEAT pilot is doing everything right while en route to the fire, which is still miles away. He decides to try to contact the aerial supervisor to request permission to enter the fire airspace. Radios on the right frequencies, flying at the correct altitude and the aircraft is on the appropriate heading. Whoah! The aircraft suddenly pitches up as he hit what he assumed was the transmit switch. He has just released 750 gallons of retardant 12 miles short of the target and over a lake. OOPs! A new nickname for the pilot and a costly clean-up of the lake. Focus! Then, there were two large air tanker pilots who had been stationed at a certain tanker base in the Rocky Mountain west. This base hired local young people to fill temporary positions at the base during the summer fire season and was well known for having attractive young ladies working as dispatchers. They were always well trained and very good at their jobs. This also helped the tanker base manager find pilots whenever he needed them… they were always in the dispatch office keeping up on the
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There was the poor rookie helicopter pilot who, during a prescribed fire mission, found himself in the unenviable position of having a helitorch stuck in the on position. Rather than pulling the fuse to shut off the electricity to the mechanism that would turn off the heli-torch spewing liquid fire, he decide to return to the helibase. OOPs! Several miles of new fire line for the boys in yellow shirts to play with! Focus!
industry. But, if we ever meet up in some smoky dive bar, I will tell you about the time I was flying with a helicopter pilot who, against my astute council, had the double chili and jalapeño shredded pork burrito for lunch and an urgent nature’s call while out on a mission. Or, the SEAT pilot who was caught singing and talking to himself while flying to a fire assignment, or the Air Tactical Group Supervisor who called in a bunch of large air tankers to extinguish a prescribed burn; well, you get the picture. Stay safe out there and let’s all learn from our mistakes so we can laugh about them afterwards. Bickham, Out!
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Some mistakes are tragic. A SEAT pilot who forgot to arm his gate system prior to making a run on the target hit the trigger and nothing happened. He immediately started looking inside the cockpit for the cause of the failure. At 60 feet above terrain and at 125 mph, that was not the time to divert your full attention on flying the airplane; a tragic OOPs! Focus! The business of fighting fire with aircraft is very unforgiving and can be dangerous at times. All will agree that if we can learn from other’s mistakes we can make our industry a much safer place to work and a more effective and efficient means of protecting life, property and resources. Space being limited, I am unable to tell all the tales of embarrassment and chagrin that have occurred during my short time in this
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local and national fire situation. Yeah, right! Well, as luck would have it our two intrepid aviators were dispatched to another tanker base several states to the west. Upon departing the base, they decided to call dispatch and say their fond farewells to the ladies. What could possibly go wrong with that? After saying their good-byes and see ya soon, they neglected to make sure the transmit switch was in the off position. Unfortunately, they were talking on a secure intercom system while going into great and somewhat graphic detail extolling the feminine attributes of the base dispatchers. OOPs! Inappropriate and embarrassing to say the least! Focus!
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Vicente Huerta: Air Tractor AT-802, my business success formula Vicente Huerta Dominguez, Jr., the owner and CEO of the Spanish company Air Tractor Europe celebrates the acquisition by his company of Air Tractor AT-802 s/n 700 and explains how that simple agricultural aircraft became the formula for his continuous business success. by Igor Bozinovski On March 20th, 2017, Air Tractor Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of agricultural aircraft completed the production and rolled out at its Olney, Texas-based factory, the 700th version of its famous aircraft, the Air Tractor AT-802. This significant milestone has been reached 25 years after the Type Certificate A19SW was granted to Air Tractor Inc. by the Federal Aviation Administration with the AT-802 accumulating an average annual delivery of 28 units since 1992. The newest AT-802, serial number 802A-0700, is a single-seat AT-802A configuration. After flight tests and granted all necessary documents, the aircraft will be flown across the Atlantic Ocean to its owner, Air Tractor’s longtime dealer for Europe, Africa and Middle East - the Spanish, Valenciabased company Air Tractor Europe. “We are proud to be partner with Air Tractor Inc. and honored to receive its 700th AT-802,” said Vicente Huerta Dominguez, Jr., owner and CEO of Air Tractor Europe. “The delivery of this aircraft is all the more significant, as it reminds me of the time when in late 1994 I was in Olney and negotiated the procurement of the initial two 802s that I needed for my firefighting operations in Spain. That specific event sparked the magnificent ever-growing partnership
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Vicente Huerta Dominguez, Jr., owner and CEO of Air Tractor Europe through years - with his first AT-802 delivered in 1995 and with the latest Air Tractor design, the AT-502XP. Not much has physically changed over the years for this young and successfully entrepreneur with one thing remaining the same - his strong connection to Air Tractor aircraft.
Air Tractor Europe’s enormous success in promoting the Air Tractor brand and supplying over 150 new and preowned Air Tractor aircraft to different customers in 13 countries worldwide. On top of this, I am very proud that we have managed to build in Spain the world’s sole, one-stop AT-802 system of excellence.” Having inherited the agricultural aviation business that his father established in 1965, the young and visionary entrepreneur Vicente Huerta early in his business career recognized the newly-
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Final preparation on AT-802A s/n 802A-0700 before it departs Olney, Texas for Air Tractor Europe in Valencia, Spain.
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Air Tractor Inc. identification plate installed on the newest AT-802A showing aircraft serial number 802A-0700 and related Type Certificate No. A19SW.
developed AT-802 agricultural aircraft would be indeed an excellent and costeffective water-bomber. This has lead him to the decision to invest in two AT802s (serial numbers 802-0018 and 8020019) that he used in 1995 to promote his very own “Initial Fire Attack” program to Spanish authorities. The program, whose primary goal was early detection of wildfires and immediate action, was based on the proven capabilities of the newly acquired aircraft, wildfire statistical data for the preceding 10 years, use of specialized software and his company existing experience in aerial firefighting operations. The program was a resounding success - despite a dramatic 20% increase in the number of
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wildfires that year, the burned area was reduced by an incredible 60%. The two Air Tractor aircraft accumulated almost 1,300 flying hours in four months with an amazing over 99% dispatch reliability rate. As a result, Huerta decided to start phasing out the PZL M-18 Dromader aircraft and invest in building a completely new AT-802 fleet. Over the years, Huerta’s business bloomed and his companies now have 150 employees and strive for continuous growth and expansion, united around one key factor - the continued success of Air Tractor AT-802 aircraft. Being the center of Huerta’s AT-802 business, Air Tractor Europe is indeed a company with a large structure ready to provide integral services for the procurement, maintenance, consulting, training and aerial operations. Assets supporting the company’s capabilities are multidimensional and include the world’s largest AT-802 fleet with 25 firefighting aircraft and related personnel regularly, commercially leased by different government entities
Hugo Arceo, the long-time successful Sales Manager of Air Tractor Europe is seen in this photo with Jim Hirsch (left) president of Air Tractor Inc. during the process of Hugo’s inspection of AT-802A s/n 802A-0700 in Olney, Texas in March 2017. worldwide. It is also an EASA Part 145 maintenance, repair and overhaul facility that is specialized for line and heavy maintenance of AT-802 aircraft and is heavily involved in securing
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“With AT-802 sales booming and the aircraft becoming recognized as a successful aerial firefighting platform in Spain, we realized the need of establishing of an appropriate and well organized system for education and training of AT-802 pilots and technical personnel. Acting towards that goal and through a multi-year, step-by-step investment, we built from scratch a very unique and serious AT-802 education system. We first established an EASA Part 147 Training Center specialized in training AT-802 engineers and mechanics. That was followed by developing from scratch a new twin-seat floats-equipped AT802 Fire Boss aircraft for realistic SET(SEA) training of AT-802 pilots. That aircraft was then based for establishing our EASA Approved Training Organization (ATO) specialized for land and amphibious training of AT-802 flight crews.
Being asked about his most recent business investments and the vision for the future, Vicente Huerta said, “When our long-existing facilities at Valencia international airport exhausted their potential for expansion, the company invested in construction of new premises in Paterna and Viver, both near Valencia, Spain. The newly constructed facility in Paterna is now a reality and apart from been headquarters for all our businesses, it also houses Operations and Research & Development Departments, spare parts warehouse of nearly 600 m2 and also the specialized 300 m2 propeller workshop that separates us in Europe from our competitors. The facility in Viver, however, is still under construction, as it is much larger. Viver is indeed our private airfield located 85 km northwest of Valencia. The construction is expected to be finished by the end of 2019 with an area of 600,000 m2 and a 1,500 x 80m runway. It will become the main hub for all our existing and future activities and firefighting operations in Spain and in the Western Mediterranean area.”
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Tankers return after Australian fire season by John Gould Tanker 910, one of three DC-10s operated by 10 Tanker Air Carrier, began the long trip back from Australia this March to its home base in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The tanker and crew had just finished their second year on a contract with the Rural Fire Service of New South Wales and were heading back to North America to prepare for the fire season there.
Australia. Single Engine Airtankers (SEATS) have been a staple there for many years, as have small, medium and large helicopters. Only within the last few years have the states of Victoria and New South Wales begun to evaluate the effectiveness of Large Airtankers, and indications from agency Facebook posts are that the effectiveness of LATs are being noticed.
The DC-10 is the latest in a growing arsenal of aviation resources employed by firefighting organizations in
During the 2016/2017 fire season Tanker 910 flew over 50 missions in New South Wales. Those numbers are up slightly from the 2015/2016 fire season, where 910 flew 43 missions in three different Australian states; New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. Rick Hatton, President and CEO of 10 Tanker Air Carrier, says “We look forward to working again in Australia where, because of the size of the country, the speed and capacity of the DC-10 make it a particularly effective tool.”
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Anatomy of an engine failure January 21, 2017, at about 0710 Eastern Standard Time, the pilot of an Air Tractor AT-401B was conducting aerial spraying operations at a property about 10 km NW of Mareeba Airport, Queensland, Australia. Part way through spraying an avocado plantation, the pilot climbed the aircraft at the end of a spray run, to about 200 ft above ground level. As the aircraft climbed, the engine suddenly made loud banging noises and the pilot estimated that the engine power reduced by about half. The pilot levelled the aircraft and checked the fuel mixture and throttle controls but the engine did not respond. The power available continued to decrease as the pilot looked ahead for a suitable field to conduct a forced landing. The pilot selected a cleared area, but as the aircraft lost height, he realized the aircraft was not going to make it to the field.
Figure 1: Location of engine failure and accident site, Source: Google Earth™ annotated by ATSB. The aircraft then collided with several lychee trees and a vehicle that was parked in an orchard. The aircraft came to rest upright and was substantially damaged. The pilot sustained a minor injury.
The pilot then radioed his loader driver and advised he had engine trouble and asked him to contact emergency services. The loader driver had heard the abnormal noise the aircraft’s engine was making and responded immediately to the pilot.
The accident highlights the importance of taking positive action and maintaining aircraft control when conducting a forced landing, while being aware of flare energy and aircraft stall speeds.
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Figure 2: Damage to AT-401. Source: Pilot
The wind was a light westerly at about two kt and when the engine lost power the aircraft was tracking to the east, therefore with a light tailwind. This probably did not significantly affect the glide distance or the landing speed of the aircraft. The area has orchards, houses and powerlines in most of the paddocks with uneven ground and creeks running through it,
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NATA has launched its first-ever billboard campaign promoting the importance of aerial application. A billboard ad went up on Highway 81, a half-mile outside of Fairmont, NE, and about an hour drive west of Lincoln, the capital of Nebraska.
to city people and asked them if I put this on a billboard and this is the message, what would you think?” DeLong said. “From the Field to Your Plate” connected with people. “‘Oh, you’re spraying the crops and someday I’m going to eat the crops.’ They understood that,” he adds.
The billboard campaign is one of the first projects undertaken by NATA’s recently Nebraska’s NATA erects billboard 1/2 mile The billboard ad will remain up for six formed public relations committee. north of Fairmont. months, from May to October. NATA will Committee member Scott DeLong of then start a new billboard campaign from Sky Tech Inc. in Fairmont headed up the billboard initiative. May to October 2018 in Kearney, NE. The committee considered several locations, but DeLong says they chose the Highway 81 location because it is a high-traffic For anyone interested in billboard advertising, DeLong has a road populated by long-distance drivers, including many who couple of pieces of advice. First, positioning matters. “I notice are passing through the state. DeLong also liked the fact the billboards that are on the same side of the road that I’m driving.… billboard is located in front of a grain bin. “I was hoping that If it’s across the road and clear over to your left, it just doesn’t with the airplane and with ‘From the Field to Your Plate’ that it seem to pop out.” would all just blend together,” he said. Second, keep it brief. Between the tagline and the NATA logo The committee considered other promotional messages but and Facebook icon, “we’re just about maxed out in terms of decided on “From the Field to Your Plate” after DeLong queried what people can read and comprehend while driving at 65 a dozen or so city resident with no connections to agriculture. mph,” DeLong said. The average person will look at it for three seconds. “So, whatever your message is, you’ve got to get that “Farmers understood what we were trying to get through. I went person to get it in three seconds.”
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NAAA promotes members’ ag aviation services through new ad campaign, operator database As the “Voice of the Aerial Application Industry,” NAAA constantly informs consumers, the media and policy makers about the value of agricultural aviation. Now NAAA is promoting the benefits of aerial application to ag retailers, coops and crop consultants through a new ad campaign. Last month NAAA launched a series of ads in CropLife Media Group publications. The theme of the ads is, “Aerial Application: Above All Other Forms of Crop Care.” The ads promote how aerial application is by far the fastest, most versatile and economical way to aid farmers in producing greater crop yields. The ads direct readers to find an aerial applicator near them using NAAA’s “Find an Aerial Applicator” database of NAAA member operators. NAAA is running weekly ads in the CropLife News eNewsletter throughout May into early
June, and print ads will appear in CropLife magazine’s June and July 2017 issues. This ad campaign, along with the “Find an Aerial Applicator” database, is a service NAAA is providing to operator members to help promote their businesses. From ag retailers and dealers to custom applicators, co-ops and crop advisers, CropLife’s readership largely consists of key decision makers and influencers who make recommendations to growers. CropLife’s magazine readership includes nearly 18,000 retailers/dealers, distributors, custom applicators or coops of crop inputs and more than 2,000 crop consultants/advisors. CropLife News comes out on Wednesdays and has 20,600 email subscribers. Per CropLife Media Group, 78 percent of its online readers are responsible for making purchasing decisions.
Find an Aerial Applicator Near You The “Find an Aerial Applicator” lookup tool gives NAAA Operator, Affiliated Operator and Lifetime Operator members the option of promoting their services to farmers and other potential customers by listing their company in NAAA’s narrowly tailored public database. The database only provides enough information to give farmers, municipalities and others who may need the services of an aerial applicator a mechanism to locate and contact the NAAA operators nearest to them. Search results from the public database return the name of the company, the business number on file, the operator’s city and state, and the aerial application operation’s website, if there is one. “Find an Aerial Applicator’s” public search results do not identify NAAA operator members by name or divulge their
NAAA ads running in CropLife magazine and the CropLife News enewsletter.
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NAAA’s search tool can be found at AgAviation.org/findapplicator or on any page of NAAA’s website by clicking on the “Find Aerial Applicator” link in the upper right-hand corner. To ensure that enough operators are populated in the public database to deliver tangible search results, all NAAA Operator, Lifetime Operator and Affiliated Operator members were included in the “Find an Aerial Applicator” database at the onset. Operator members are free to opt-out or opt back in at any time. Simply log in to AgAviation.org and, once logged in, you can update your listing with a logo, edit your listing or opt-out of the database. If you need assistance with updating your information, please contact the NAAA office at (202) 546-5722 or information@agaviation.org.
presentation to Dick Reade, NAAA’s first president. Each NAAA member received a free copy last month. New members who join in 2017 will also receive a free copy of the 50th anniversary DVD. “NAAA: 1966–2016: 50 Years of Agricultural Aviation Advocacy” covers NAAA’s origins; the efforts to strengthen the industry’s image as professional aerial applicators or agricultural aviators; technological advances in the industry; protecting the inventory of crop protection products available for aerial use; NAAA and NAAREF’s safety education efforts, including the creation of the PAASS Program; NAAA’s response after the 9/11 terrorist
attacks, which grounded every aerial applicator in America; the camaraderie shared among NAAA members; and the need for a strong national association going forward working on aerial applicators’ behalf. If you aren’t a member already, join wings with NAAA to promote and protect agricultural aviation and your way of life. Whether you are an operator, a pilot or a company aligned with the aerial application industry, joining NAAA and is one of the best investments you can make for yourself and your business. To join, call 202-546-5722 or visit AgAviation.org/membership.
NAAA 50th Anniversary DVD Arrives NAAA released another promotional tool last month: its new DVD, “NAAA, 1966–2016: 50 Years of Advocacy.” The DVD features NAAA’s 50th anniversary documentary along with several bonus features, including a panel discussion of past and present NAAA leaders, six NAAA “flashback” promotional videos, and our Lifetime Achievement Award
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by Mabry I. Anderson An Insider's History of Agricultural Aviation
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The move westward Night Operations Visco Flying Service helped introduce night flying operations, especially on cotton. George Willett of Huron, California, apparently performed the first night applications in 1948 or 1949. According to Vedder, his firm got into the act almost by accident. "What happened," he explained, "was that during the peak cotton season there was just no way to get caught up. So we found ourselves finishing lots of jobs in the dark, with no lights at all. "We began thinking seriously then about night work, so I went into the San
Joaquin Valley and looked over some equipment and found out how to rig up the lights. I came on back home, rigged up an airplane, and we began spraying some easy fields with no obstructions. "Then one night my chief pilot, Al Lefleur, and I decided to spray a big field with tall eucalyptus trees at the end. We flipped to see who would fly and I won, so Al had to fly first! "I sat and watched and the first thing I noticed was that he cut off the lights as he began pulling up over the trees. When he got back, I asked him why and he told me I'd find out!
"I found out all right! We flew low and slow in those days and the lights shining ahead just went about half way up those trees. Without really thinking, I gauged the time to add power for the pulling up in accordance with the point where the lights showed the top of the trees. "But when I started up, I quickly realized that the lights only showed the bottom half! I managed to get over them. But from then on, we had to completely reorient ourselves about adding power, since the lights didn't carry to the tree tops.
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Innovative Operator Vedder's operation was innovative. As early as 1957, he was using bulk insecticide tanks years before this became common practice. A great many fine pilots worked for this firm, including Jack Rye, Myron Ballard, Gene Rye, Chuck Quigley, Tommy Mills, Louie Baker, Al Lefleur, and Cliff Shores. Vedder still operates Visco Flying Service, using both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. He still has a "boneyard" with several Stearmans and he told me that occasionally one is called into service. Vedder has been a leader in ag aviation and served as president of the National Agricultural Aviation Association in 1976. He still flies regularly himself.
Recently, he had to excuse himself from a dinner of industry veterans at 9:00 p.m. to fly cotton for the rest of the night! An interesting and colorful pioneer firm further north is the Precissi Flying Service at Lodi, sometimes known as the "Italian Air Force." Organized in 1945 by brothers Lou, Gus, Joe, and Frank Precissi, the firm has grown from a twoplane operation into one of the most substantial and effective firms in the San Joaquin Valley. Their Lodi operation is a revelation, especially to visitors with an interest in aviation history. The Precissis still use the vintage Travel Airs, most of them manufactured in the late 1920s and early 1930s. All of them are in mint condition, painted beautiful Air Force blue and yellow, and all carrying Continental 220 horsepower W670 engines. "We decided from the beginning to stay with Travel-Airs as long as possible and we've more or less done it," says one of the flying veterans.
"Even back in the 1950s and 1960s, when we took on a few Stearmans, we still stuck with the 220 horsepower Continental engines. They make for good, easy maintenance and with most of our work centered right around our air park or from strips out in the growing area, the 220s will haul all that we need to haul." Joe, Lou, and Gus were the pilots, while Frank handled ground operations. They did a superb job of selling the widely diversified growers in the area on airplane work and give much credit for their success to some very fine pilotsmen like Sid Novaresi, an Air Force Reserve officer who became a General in rank, Kenny Palmer, Jerry Wolther, Maurio Marchetti, Hunter Wardlow, Charles Greer, John Roche, John Trimmer, and others. Over time, a second generation of Precissis became involved in the firm. Pete Precissi, Lou's son, Dan, son of Gus, and Joe's son John all found a place in the organization. Pete and Dan do ag
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"This was probably the hardest thing to learn about night work. Nowadays, with much more power and speed across the field, it doesn't make nearly as much difference."
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flying, while John is a ground man, concerned with scheduling and other business matters. Besides the Travel-Airs, this firm has recently acquired several new Eagles, but it continues to rely on the 220 horsepower Continentals. "Why change when you know you got a winner?" asks Joe. Precissi Flying Service has surely been a winner in California ag flying circles. In its 37 years of continuous activity, the firm proudly boasts that it never has had a pilot injured! In the flat lands of northern California, around Yuba City, Knights Landing, Colusa, Chico, Woodland, and Arbunkle, rice is king, but vegetables and forage crops are given high priority. Ken Onstott of Onstott Dusters did much to exploit ag flying all over this region. As a kid, Onstott spent much time hanging around the old Del Monte airport, watching Bob Strief of Hawke Dusters working the rice and fruit in that area. His ag flying career began with Bill Eddy's Air Service at Yuba City in late 1945. Onstott formed a partnership with Eddy about 1946. Their fleet consisted of Travel-Airs, a Waco 9, a Bull Stearman or two, and, at one time, several brand new White Standard D-25s. The firm principally serviced rice crops-a dirty, difficult job, since the crop was planted wet and had to be loaded by hand.
Lou Precissi applying sulphur dust to grapes in the San Joaquin Valley with his Travel-Air about 1950. Photo courtesy of Precissi Flying Service. "One day," recalls Onstott, "Bill Eddy and I were putting out wet rice and, as you know, the pilot did the loading, standing in the cockpit and dumping those nasty, wet sacks into the hopper. Every time Bill would swing a sack up to turn it into the hopper, the damn thing would hang on the comer of the center section and spill all over the ground and into the cockpit.
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"Finally Bill hopped down, looked all around the loading area and came up with a big old three-foot machete, chopping away at the rear of the center section! He finally cut it all away, clear up to the rear spar and then, without a word, threw the machete down and began loading rice! "We flew that old Travel-Air that way for the rest of the season and then trimmed away the rear of the center section on the rest of them! It made for much better loading!"
Refines Dispensing Gear Eddy was killed in a crash about 1949 and after a year or two of running the firm with some residual partnership connections, Onstott acquired 100 percent interest and has operated it as Onstott Dusters ever since. Onstott, from the outset, has worked diligently to improve dispensing equipment, especially spreaders that would work well with rice.
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"I remember once," he recalls, "when we bought a Bull Stearman from Rex Williams that had a terribly ragged old spreader. But we were so snowed under with work that we had to use it.
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"When I got back to the strip, one of them came in and told me that the spreader was spreading beautifully out to maybe 38 or 40 feet. So I readjusted my gate opening and did an absolutely beautiful 40-foot swath.
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"Boy, when the season let up, we removed that spreader, took it completely apart, and built jigs and patterns so that we could build others exactly like the original. We did just that-built a new spreader for every airplane we had, put them on the planes, and you know what happened? Not a damn one of them would spread over 25 feet and they streaked every field we flew!
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"This just goes to show that we never did, and probably never will know everything that we need to know! I'm sure that I could still come up with a spreader that would really work if I could just do away with the landing gear and the propeller on the airplane. But then I doubt if it would fly too well, especially on hot days!" Through the years, some of Onstott's pilots who helped promote the industry were Gil Wagge, Harry Newell, George Spain, and Tom Fisher. This firm contributed a great deal to the growth of ag aviation in California and still does.
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Hello, I was diagnosed with large B cell, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer. I underwent an aggressive chemotherapy treatment with no radiation or surgery. I had just passed my first class medical a month before finding the cancer. As of two weeks ago my final PET scan showed that I was in complete remission and cancer free. I was never told that I couldn’t fly, but I had dismissed myself nevertheless. I had heard unofficially that cancer was not a disqualifying condition but the treatment was. What procedure should I proceed with to obtain my first class medical? It has been over seven months since my first class medical examination. I was a week and a half away from taking my multi engine ATP checkride. And now I would like to get back at it so I can get on with my flying career.
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How many chemicals can we mix in one application? by John Garr and Jerry Green of GarrCo Products A grower asked us to make his life easier and give him “all the good things” in one product. It is a good idea and the trend is to combine more of the good things together. Who wouldn’t want to buy one product and make one application? If it were technically possible and companies could work out the business arrangements, chemical manufacturers would do it. However, putting everything together for an entire season in one package is not possible regardless of the marketing hype.
All-in-one formulations Premixtures can make it easier for a grower to select one product to do everything. The assumption is that the manufacturers will take care of all the compatibility problems when they premix. So far, attempts by chemical companies to mix the full dose of adjuvants with pesticides in-can have not been very successful. Pesticide companies want to sell more concentrated pesticide formulations and not dilute them by adding adjuvants that applicators currently tank-mix. Plus even more importantly,
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pesticide manufacturers have to cooperate with the distributors of their pesticides that also sell their own tank-mix adjuvants and do not want to stop. Premixtures may be great formulations from a chemical perspective, but they can be significantly more expensive and you may not need every ingredient in their premixtures. The “one shoe size does not fit all” product is not always the best value. Compare the price of the premixture to the price of its components alone. The extra cost for convenience may make it worth the effort to buy products separately and tank-mix them.
Age of mixtures Today is the “cocktail age” of chemical mixtures. We need to mix more now because new chemistry is not keeping up with the evolution of resistant insects, plant diseases and weeds. It has been more than 25 years since the commercialization of a herbicide new mode-of-action and the next one is at least a decade in the future. The best we can do on the chemical front
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is to use the current chemical tools in our toolbox in the best way possible. That means diversification and not relying solely on any single pesticide to keep a pest in check. Companies formulate pesticides for application in water. Water is the universal solvent, but getting everything mixed uniformly is difficult in the low spray volumes commonly applied in ag aviation. The more products you mix, the greater the chance of incompatibility. The problem is too big to fix when you see it at the top of the spray tank. If you think a customer is asking you to mix too many things together, let them know that you will have to do a compatibility test.
The “one shoe size does not fit all” product is not always the best value. Many multicomponent mixtures do not mix uniformly and negatively affect spray droplet size, which can cause an uneven spray pattern and increase drift. Just because a mixture sprays out the nozzles does not mean it was uniformly mixed. Growers are more likely to blame a streaked field and yield variation on a bad application than on the extra products they asked you to apply to save a pass. If your customer insists on applying a lot of products together, try using a compatibility agent. If there is still a problem, you will need to make two applications.
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In the spirit of the NAAA’s Ag Aviation Expo in Savannah, GA and good Southern hospitality, AgAir Update is hosting its
4th Open House and Hangar Party Friday, December 1st, 2017
Enjoy Southern barbecue and agpilot fellowship before the NAAA convention. Live music, great food, ag-aircraft display and demos, along with good ol’ Southern hospitality.
Fly-in to the KPXE (Perry-Houston County Airport) and taxi up to the AgAir Update hangar. Drive-in to Perry, GA (on Interstate 75, 90 miles south of Atlanta) and park at the AgAir Update hangar. Motorhome space available (no power). Register at http://www.agairupdate.com/hangarparty June 2017
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Condition green, yellow and red Back in the early 1980s I went to Pensacola, Florida for my biannual flight instructor recertification seminar. I don’t remember who the primary AOPA presenter was, but I do, very clearly, remember his lesson. There must have been over a hundred people in the meeting hall. It was around 2:00 PM and rather warm. My belly was full and I think the speaker was talking about something as exciting as FARs. I was sitting in the first seat right next to the center aisle, halfway up the inclined auditorium. After a valiant effort to stay alert and attentive, I drifted off to la-la land. The speaker was talking about staying acutely alert at all times when flying. Makes me think of one of Chuck Yeager’s favorite sayings, “Stay on the edge of your seat at all times.” The following is a synopsis of the AOPA speaker’s message:
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pack of saltine crackers, all washed down with an IBC root beer, I would set up the cot, generator and fan under the wing of my C-188 Ag Truck. My loaders and farmers all knew to not disturb Robert for exactly 30 minutes. And, they didn’t. This power-nap made it a whole lot easier for me to fly in Condition Yellow for the rest of the day.
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Surely, ag-pilots don’t ever fly in Condition Green. Right! It’s hard not to, especially toward the end of a long season, after lunch with the air conditioner in-op. This would make a prime candidate for Condition Green. I know of an ag-pilot that probably was a victim of flying in Condition Green. I say, “probably” because he died following a gradual descent directly into the side of a ditch bank. I have had this Condition Green problem. The way I resolved the situation was to take a foldout cot, a portable generator and a small fan to the airstrips from where I fly. After my standard lunch of Vienna sausages, a slice of hoop cheese and a nickel
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The AOPA presenter subtlety observed this old crop duster quietly sawing logs. He motioned to everyone else to be cool, as he walked up the inclined steps carrying the new, two-inch thick, five-pound AOPA Airport Directory. When he was standing immediately beside me, he dropped the book flat on the floor. I came out of my seat like I was being launched from a bottle rocket. The place broke into hysterics. I was embarrassed to the point that I wanted to crawl out of the place, classic Condition Green.
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Provine Helicopters sets forestry applications standard by Bill Lavender GREENWOOD, MS — There’s more to aerial application than just row crop spraying. It consists of many aerial feats with aircraft, both fixed and rotary wing, conducting both liquid and dry applications of materials to enhance food and fiber production. Based in central Mississippi, at the GreenwoodLeflore airport is a unique aerial spraying service, Provine Helicopters. Several factors make this hugely successful industrial flying service special. In this article, AAU explores the world of agricultural aviation from the rotorcraft aspect of forestry herbicide applications.
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Provine Helicopters is owned and operated by its president, Bob Provine. The company operates helicopters primarily (98%) for forestry and right-a- way herbicide applications. The remaining 2% of Provine Helicopters’ work is aerial photography and recon work. Rarely are the helicopters used in other markets. Provine Helicopters is licensed in eight southeastern states. Mississippi is its primary state of operation, with job sites extending from north Florida to Kentucky to eastern Texas, with other states in between. Bob Provine started his career in the
aerial application business as a pilot for Bob Walker in 1969 in Philipp, Mississippi flying a 235 Pawnee. In 1970, he went to work at Leflore Flying Service, for Mr. R. C. Covin flying 450 Stearmans in Sidon, Mississippi. Leflore Flying Service operated 10 Stearmans with five pilots. Seven of the aircraft were set-up for spraying, while two were rigged for dry and one for hormone applications. In 1973 Bob started Provine Flying Service with a Cessna Ag Wagon that he bought from Stewart Kimmel for treating row crops in the Mississippi
In 1982 Bob was in need of a way to apply 2,4-5T on rice without any drift. He decided the best way would be by helicopter. He located Randy Bogle spraying citrus in Florida with a Wasp helicopter. Randy agreed to come to Greenwood and help Bob apply 2,4-5T with his helicopter.
Although it may not seem so from the angle of this picture, pilot Mark Holland for Provine Helicopters is actually maneuvering between the antenna tower and the guide wires that support it. He is making a site prep application with Roundup and Oust on a pine plantation in north central Mississippi.
During the early 80s, Bob realized a lack of aerial application companies readily available for applying herbicides on forest in the central Mississippi area. He formed Provine Helicopters in 1985. Buying a Bell 47 G3, he began building a client base of forestry accounts. In the fall of 1986, he disbanded Provine Flying Service, selling the AT-301s. Although he continued to spray rice with helicopters during the late 80s, he was working to build Provine
Helicopters into an exclusive industrial aerial application company. This meant no more agricultural crops in the standard sense of the word, such as cotton, soybeans, corn, etc. All Provine Helicopters work became herbicide applications on forest, right-of-ways and roadside industrial applications. During the heat of the 1990 season, from mid-July to mid-October, Bob used subcontractors to help him keep up. Randy Bogle came on board full time flying one of the company’s two Bell 47 Soloys. This was the year that began the growth spurt of Provine Helicopters, adding another ship to the fleet each year thereafter, including a seventh one for 1997. The first of this group of helicopters was a Bell 47 Soloy conversion with a 420 hp rated Allison C-20B. The second Bell Soloy was put towork in 1990 with Randy Bogle at the controls full time. Randy had been flying everything from DC-3s to helicopters the previous four years in Florida while helping Bob during the summers.
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Delta. Operating from the GreenwoodLeflore airport, the company expanded to two AT-301s, serial numbers 79 and 80, powered by P&W 450s. A thousand hours and two years later the 301s were converted to 600 hp Pratts.
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The third helicopter added to the fleet in 1992 was a Bell 206 B-3 Jet Ranger. Each year another B-3 was added to the fleet, until in late 1996 Provine Helicopters broke tradition and purchased a Bell 206 L-3 Long Ranger. At this point in December 1996, the Provine Helicopter fleet consisted of one Bell 47 Soloy conversion, four B-3s and the newly refurbished L-3. These ships are flown by five full-time pilots; Randy Bogle (‘85), Ron Wolf (‘93), Mark Holland (‘93), Walter Jordan (‘95), and Jim Robertson (‘96). Also, two additional pilots, Marty Anderson and Hal Baker, rotate one week on - one week off, and fill-in during vacation time for the other five full-time pilots. One part-time pilot, Dexter Williams, will become fulltime when Provine Helicopters adds its fifth B-3 this summer. Provine Helicopters’ season runs eight months out of the year. The off- months are for the more extensive maintenance on the helicopters and load units. Also, pilots take much needed time off from long days in the cockpit and traveling on the road.
(L-R) Mike McCool, Marketing Specialist, Mike McCain, A&P Maintenance, Jillian Scott, Director of Operations, Bob Provine, President, Sarah Henson, Bookkeeper, and Jeannie Haddon, Receptionist gather outside the Provine Helicopters’ base of operations on the Greenwood-Leflore airport in Greenwood, Mississippi.
During the height of the spraying season, Provine Helicopters will call-in two contractors. One of the contractors is Burns Aviation and will be used full-time flying his converted OH58. The other contractor is Scott’s Helicopter Service from LeSuer, Minnesota. These contractors must meet the stringent requirements of Provine Helicopters to be able to represent the company with their applications. This includes top-notch ground crews and equipment.
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locations of sites can be off the main highway deep in the back woods, it may require a unit one or two hours to move from one LZ to another. Provine Helicopters’ maintenance is performed by Mark Campbell of Campbell Helicopter Service in Rodessa, Louisiana. Campbell works closely with Bob whenever Bob decides to purchase another ship for the fleet. Campbell’s advice convinced Bob the B-3 was the best ship for his operation. Even though the Soloy Conversion Bell 47 carries the same payload as the B-3, it isn’t as fast ferrying and has a slightly narrower swath. But, there were other reasons to transition the fleet to the Jet Rangers. Because no more Bell 47s are being manufactured, parts are becoming more scarce and expensive. The B-3 is more
Bob continued to explain all the reasons why it was so important that Provine Helicopters and his sub-contractors equipment be in top notch condition and utilize the latest technology. Each helicopter in the Provine Helicopter fleet, as well as contractor aircraft, is equipped with a SATLOC ForestStar GPS. The booms are set-up with tube-style Accu-Flow nozzles, 58 on the B-3s and 78 on the L-3. This allows for a 50 ft. swath with the B-3 and the swath of the newly acquired L-3 has yet to be determined. The booms are custom built, AgAir Update | Repair & Overhaul Ad Thrush double flow design that maintains an even pressure throughout their length. Typical application rates are 10 gallons per acre. Load Zones (LZs) are located as close as possible to application sites. Loading is from the top of the ground unit’s loading truck. The average size application tract is 80 acres. Often units may move from four to eight times a day. Because the
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“Bill, if an operator is having a problem and the customer sees a clean well-kept ground crew, equipment and helicopter, he thinks maybe it’s just a bad day. However, if the ground crew is slouchy and the equipment beat up, then he may think something entirely different” stated Bob.
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All applications are made at 60 mph regardless whether in a Bell 47, Jet Ranger or Long Ranger. There are four major chemical companies manufacturing the forestry herbicide products Provine Helicopters utilizes; Monsanto, American Cyanamid, Dupont and DowElanco. The applications are called herbacious weed control (HWC) applications. After cutting, the pine plantations are treated May-October for site preparation with Accord (Roundup). Pine seedlings are planted November-March. The first release (treating for herbacious and woody vegetation in six months to four year old pines) applications are made after July 15th. The chemicals used are Arsenal and Oust for elimination of competing herbacious and woody vegetation. There may be a second release on mid-rotation trees (15-18 years old) on the more intensely managed forest. Forests are typically planted then thinned in 10-12 years with another thinning seveneight years later. The forest is clear-cut after 25 years and siteprepped for another cycle. All of Provine Helicopters’ work is contracted. The contracts are with private land owners, consortiums, timber companies or consulting companies for investment companies who own timberland. Provine Helicopters furnishes the herbicide products in the contract price. The company also makes the application recommendation determining the product and proper time of application through its marketing specialist, Mike McCool.
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During my visit at Provine Helicopters I became very aware I was visiting a professionally run operation. It was immaculate. My first impression came from the office area. From there I met team employees who made it obvious I was about to learn about a company at a high level of professional operations. My assumptions were confirmed when Bob Provine handed me a four-color brochure describing Provine Helicopters Service, Inc.. Then, he handed me another brochure. This brochure announced The 7th Annual Safety and Recertification Meeting of PHS. Amazed, I began to realize what Bob was showing and telling me about was a meeting held over five days in-house for Provine (clockwise) A partial line-up of the eight Provine Helicopters’ LZ unit trucks; Bob Provine at the job site with his newly acquired L-3 Bell Jet Ranger; Loading dry material, Velpar ULW, into the Soloy Conversion Bell-47.
Helicopters employees. This annual meeting is dedicated to safety and education, solely for Provine Helicopters’ 20-25 employees. The 7th year’s agenda consisted of ground and flight training with Mack LeDouz of Bell Helicopter, computer classes, driving safety, hazardous materials handling, chemical company presentations, maintenance classes with Mark Campbell of Campbell Helicopters and sessions with EPA, MS agri-aviation board and the Bureau of Plant Industry.
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When the first meeting was held seven years ago it was for one day. Now the event covers all aspects of business training and upgrading employee performance. Provine Helicopters feels without a doubt that this training reduced the potential for many accidents, both on the ground and in the air. In addition to the annual safety meeting, Provine Helicopters employees are CPR trained. They wear color-coordinated shirts as part of their professional image. Bob holds impromptu meeting at LZs called “Tailgate Training”. He has a checklist of items that he goes over during these both announced and unannounced meetings. The “grading” at the “Tailgate Training” sessions affects the annual bonus of the employee, offering motivation to operate as safe and professionally as possible. There is no doubt Provine Helicopters Service, Inc. is a tightly run operation. Under the foresight of Bob Provine, with his ability to delegate duties to highly qualified individuals, creating an extensive team effort, Provine Helicopters is in the aerial application business for the long run. Provine Helicopters redefines the meaning of professional aerial application.
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Ag pilots by nature are notoriously administratively challenged. Flying a 510 Thrush, or an AT-502, a 300-acre field at five-gallon per acre application rate will receive three loads. We use a “Quick Track X” pattern, which is a kind of an expedited race track as it only requires an “A” and a “B” point with no “C” and takes you directly to the middle swath. It’s necessary to have
a known width of the field or a known quantity of passes using this pattern. Having this information foregoes the necessity for the “C” point. We always go with the width and let the computer tell us how many swaths it’ll take to get from one edge to the other. Here are some of the duties the Crew Chief performs. After ensuring we have the correct field for the job, he’ll check to make sure the field is clear, the conditions are good and then measure the field depending on which direction we intend to fly it. He provides those numbers to the pilots and explains any obstacles there might be. He then informs the load crew to start mixing. Pilots will set the field measurement into their SATLOCs following the ‘setup’ menu for the quick trac X pattern, the pilots confirm the total number of passes required as indicated by the computer and which pass number will be the middle pass found by clicking the swath advance, setting a mock A-B and then advancing the swath to what would
be the next or middle pass. Both pilots repeat this information. This ensures both aircraft are set up to fly the same pattern and swath width. I prefer to do this on the ground. Halfway through the job is no time to find out you have the wrong numbers plugged in. Clicking the swath advance ahead is not a necessary step, it’s only another check and balance. Not long ago, field measurements were made in different ways. Today however, just about everyone has a smartphone of some sort. There are many ‘apps’ available that measure distance and acres of just about any spot on earth right on the phone. (Star Trek is real. I’ve been saying it for years...) The crew chief’s job is a crucial one at Lakeland and is only filled with the most experienced ground crewmen we have. It’s a position of responsibility and authority. He is second in the command structure of spraying operations after pilots and has go/no-go input for every job. He directs the load crew and keeps the work moving. As a pilot, I can tell you it’s good to have a smart guy on the ground
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planning the work flow. Both pilots review each other’s work to confirm it is correct. This is a check and balance that serves to prevent mistakes. Ag pilots by nature are notoriously administratively challenged. I’ve been glad more than once to have another pilot check my math. We also confer with each other and the crew chief about how we will fly a specific field, or if there are any questions or notes left by the PCA.
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helping to assess the situation. There is no substitute for a good ground crew. Assume the field width is 2,600 feet. Flying a 62-foot swath width equates to 42 passes. Pass 22 will likely be the ‘middle’ pass in this scenario. At three loads, that’s 14 passes per load. The crew chief will set up flags, or lights at night, denoting where the first pass or the A-B line needs to be. The first pilot to the field calls the shots for that job, if not worked out previously. (There is a polygon option.) He will fly the A-B line and go straight to work indicating to the second pilot where he will start. He will have two of the three loads going on that field. Meaning, the first pilot will fly 28 total passes, while the second pilot will fly 14. The first pilot will fly passes 1-14 and the first
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Throughout all of this, it is most important to note that good communication is essential. Radios are mandatory equipment. We have company banded radios, as well as VHF radios in each aircraft. Each crew uses specific frequencies on each. Pilots and ground crew are in constant contact with each other. If for instance the field requires an extra pass, a pass is skipped, there is a mistake or one guy runs short of chemical, he needs to communicate this information with his partner so he can compensate, if necessary. Should a pass get left out, it wrecks the job. We have our SATLOC logs reviewed every day; just in case.
is another set of eyes and another brain if something comes up. Having another pilot, right there on the radio keeps things going as well; especially when fatigue sets in. If a pilot is having an off day or is dragging, the other tends to fire him up a little. The same goes if a pilot is getting reckless or too aggressive, there’s another pilot right there to tell him to back it off a notch. Another absolute necessity in the team flying arrangement is mutual respect between pilots and crew. Pilots and crew have to work together seamlessly with safety and the success of the job always foremost in mind. It is after all, a team effort. Fly well. Stay safe. Keep your airspeed up!
It’s a good habit to frequently call out your position and intentions. Being aware of the location of the other airplane is crucial; while on the field or ferrying to and from the field. Flying at night it is even more so. We make it a practice to call out where we’re are, what we’re doing, repeat, and remind the other pilot about obstacles and changes. There are pros and cons to everything we do. Team flying doesn’t dramatically increase production, but it does enhance productivity. For example, one loader crew serves two airplanes. Our airstrips are setup to accommodate two airplanes in case one has to wait on the other. Now and then a pilot will have to circle if the other guy is ready to takeoff, but generally there is only one airplane on the ground at a time. As Reid Potter, Lakeland’s manager, says. “The benefit is, there is always 500 gallons in the air.”
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The Saints reign with Jesus Christ “Then I saw an angel coming down from heaven, having the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. He laid hold of the dragon, that serpent of old, who is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years; and he cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal on him, so that he should deceive the nations no more till the thousand years were finished. But after these things he must be released for a little while” (Revelation 20:1-3). “Dragon” is a good name for
Satan because it emphasizes his bestial nature, and his ferociousness, cruelty, and oppressiveness. “The serpent of old” refers back to the Garden of Eden when the serpent (Satan) deceived Eve into disobeying God. The word “devil” means slanderer and Satan means adversary and enemy. The devil is called a murderer and liar (John 8:44). Satan is constantly accusing
Christians before God day and night (Revelation 12:10). Why didn’t God put Satan in the pit a long time ago and save humanity from all the misery and suffering that Satan has brought upon the earth? And If Satan is chained up in the pit why will God allow him to be released again? The biblical fact is that Satan does serve a divine purpose for God. It’s easy for us to say that we love God more than anyone or anything else. But those words are not always said with sincerity, and God
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them. Then I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their witness to Jesus and for the word of God, who had not worshiped the beast or his image, and had not received his mark on their foreheads or on their hands. And they lived and reigned with Christ for a thousand years. But the rest of the dead did not live again until the thousand years were finished. This is the first resurrection. Blessed and holy is he who has part in the first resurrection. Over such the second death has no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with Him a thousand years” (Revelation 20:4-6). The church of Jesus Christ that has been taken into heaven are the ones sitting on the thrones (Revelation 3:21), and the beheaded believers are the ones killed during the tribulation (Revelation 6:9, 18:24, and 19:2). Both these groups of believers will have glorified bodies and will come back with Jesus Christ to rule with Him (Psalm 149:5-9, 1 Corinthians 6:2-3, Revelation 2:25-27). The first
resurrection includes all believers in God and Jesus Christ since Adam and Eve. The second resurrection and second death are when all unbelievers are raised from the dead and judged at the Great White Throne Judgment (Revelation 20:11-15). “Now when the thousand years have expired, Satan will be released from his prison and will go out to deceive the nations which are in the four corners of the earth, Gog and Magog, to gather them together to battle, whose number is as the sand of the sea” (Revelation 20:7-8). Satan is still the same deceiver he’s always been; even after a thousand years in the bottomless pit he continues going out like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). The believers who have survived the tribulations will enter into the one thousand year reign of Jesus Christ in their natural sinful bodies, and they will have children who are born with a sin nature—flesh can only produce flesh, and the mind of the flesh is hostile toward God (Romans 8:7).
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or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot reported the wind was 180º at 15 knots with gusts to 28 knots. The closest automated weather observation station, about 38 nautical miles, recorded a wind of 180° at 14 knots, gusting to 22 knots. The airplane took off runway 30. NTSB Identification: CEN17CA120 Date: March 02, 2017 Location: Fairmont, OK Aircraft: AERO COMMANDER S2R Injuries: 1 Serious. The pilot stated he was conducting spray operations to a pasture with power lines
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on its north border. As the pilot approached the pasture from the north on his fourth pass, he intended to descend after flying past the second of two cables. The pilot initiated a descent, but the airplane struck the second cable. The airplane subsequently impacted the ground and a post impact fire ensued. Following the accident, the pilot stated that he misidentified the first cable as the second cable. NTSB Identification: CEN17LA151 Date: April 08, 2017 Location: China, TX Aircraft: Grumman Schweizer G164A Injuries: 1 Uninjured. A Grumman G-164A conducted a forced landing near China, Texas. The pilot was not injured and the airplane was destroyed during the accident. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time. The pilot reported that he was conducting spraying runs, when he received a low/no oil pressure indication, and a smell of smoke in the cabin. He partly opened the cabin door and noticed flames. The smoke and fire increased, so he selected a field for a forced landing, and exited the airplane. After landing the fire consumed the airplane. The airplane was retained for further examination.
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According to the pilot, the aircraft was flying in a southerly direction over the application area when he heard a "pop" sound, The pilot then heard a louder "pop" sound and the engine lost power. The pilot continued flying in a southerly direction about 1/3 of a mile before being forced to land. The pilot turned to the left to avoid a pasture fence and landed in a southeast direction in a newly planted wheat field. During the landing, the aircraft rolled over 5 terraces. Skid marks and numerous blade ground strikes where found at each terrace location. Ground scaring indicated that the propeller/engine separated from the aircraft before it spun 180 degrees and came to a stop. The pilot exited the airplane uninjured. The right lower wing at the forward inboard spar and the engine firewall was found severely wrinkled. During the landing sequence, the hopper tank dump valve was opened and the herbicide chemical escaped.
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NTSB Identification: CEN17LA163 Date: April 17, 2017 Location: Palmer, KS Aircraft: Grumman Schweizer G164A Injuries: 1 Uninjured. A Grumman G164A sustained substantial damage during a forced landing after a loss of engine power in the vicinity of Palmer, Kansas. The pilot was not injured. The flight originated at 1030 from the pilot's private airstrip near Baileyville, Kansas.
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NTSB Identification: CEN17LA176 Date: May 05, 2017 Location: Gypsum, KS Aircraft: Thrush Aircraft Inc S2R-H80 Injuries: 1 Uninjured.
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A Thrush Aircraft Inc. S2R-H80 airplane impacted terrain during a forced landing near Gypsum, Kansas, following a loss of engine power. The commercial pilot was uninjured. The airplane sustained substantial fuselage damage during the forced landing. The airplane was an aerial application flight under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations
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Innovation - Gaucho and Electrostatic in Brazil by Bill Lavender If you recall, last month’s edition of AgAir Update featured my evaluation flight of Embraer’s EMB-203 Ipanema in Botucatu. After that, my Brazilian reps, Gina and Ana Paul, and myself returned to Porto Alegre on Friday to prepare for Saturday’s travels to Pelotas (southern Brazil) to visit a longtime friend, Alan Polusen and his son, Alan Jr. at Taim Aero Agricola, Ltda.
each along with 250 hectares of sorghum for a feed source for the farms 13,000 cows that are raised on 10,000 hectares of pastureland.
Alan Sr. started flying in 1979 for his mentor Eduardo Araujo at Mirim Aviação Agricola, Ltda. in Pelotas. In 1992, Alan formed Taim Aero Agricola, Ltda. taking the name Taim from the nearby biological reserve. Taim operates from a large farm called Granjas 4 Irmáos that is owned by four Portuguese brothers. It is one of the largest farms in Brazil for growing seed rice for RiceTec, a large international rice seed producer.
The large size of Granjas 4 Irmáos requires Taim to operate four EMB-202 Ipanemas. This may seem like too many hectares for four Ipanemas, however, all of the flying is very close to the airstrip. Taim’s Ipanemas can cover about 85-90 hectares per flight hour when flying near the airstrip. However, the overall average application rate is 77 hectares per hour. This includes when spraying with the Spectrum Electrostatic System. For granular applications using the Transland Gaucho Swathmaster spreader, the overall average rate is 51 ha/hr, applying 100 kilograms per ha.
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These are the first swathmaster built for Taim. 0001/98 and the number 2 of 1999. Taim pilots live on the farm where sleeping quarters and meals are provided. Besides using four Ipanemas, Taim utilizes a John Deere ground machine for spraying near sensitive crops. Six years ago, Taim decided to buy the ground machine because customers were asking for it and Alan did not want his customers to be using one, thinking they would spray more hectares suitable for the aircraft than just sensitive areas. The John Deere can treat 400 hectares (1000 acres) in a 24-hour non-stop day. The ground machine has night operating lights. Alan Poulsen, Sr. holding a Zanoni Equipamentos designed and built double size screen for Spectrum Electrostatic System used by Taim Aero Agricola’s T-boom.
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size range of 80-100 microns with the ES charge that assists in droplets attaching to the crop. The ES on the Ipanema provides a 15-meter swath. Sometimes, Taim uses a standard Ipanema boom system with T-jet nozzles. This arrangement will provide a 17-18 meter swath. However, most customers prefer the ES system because of its superior droplet deposition. In the late 1990s, Conrad Barlow, at that time owner and founder of Transland application equipment, was traveling in Brazil. He took note of the spreader Ipanema operators were using and decided he could build a better unit after Alan asked him if it was possible to have a better deposition of rice seed. In October 1998, Taim bought serial number 0001 Gaucho Transland spreader and to this day still has and uses more 4 units. Taim also owns serial number 0002. A 22 to 24-meter swath is taken when applying dry fertilizer, like 46% urea, depending on the volume, 50kg to 100kg per ha. Taim’s Ipanemas are loaded using a bag and boom system. The bags hold a full load of 600 kilograms. When fertilizing season starts, the airstrip on the farm becomes extremely busy with many bags stacked everywhere. One time there was as many as 8,000 bags waiting for the Ipanemas to empty them! How does Alan, Sr. and Alan, Jr. know so accurately their overall average hectares treated per hour? Precisão em Campo, software developed by Alan, Jr. Although Alan, Jr. does not fly the Ipanema, he grew up in the ag-aviation business and
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Gina, Ana Paula and I spent most of the day visiting with the Poulsens. Alan, Sr. had prepared a traditional Gaucho bar-b-cue that was fantastic. At the end of the day, we returned to the hotel in Pelotas and later that evening Alan, Sr. took us to dine at the nearby resort and beach town of Laranjal Beach. The next day promised to be a long drive to Cachoeira do Sul and then to Porto Alegre, for the flight back to the U.S.
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least been close to such an accident / incident. Some of us got by with a scare, and others had their lives and machines destroyed. I remember that my grandfather had dreamed for many years for electricity to come to his countryside home ... In the 90’s, finally, the “light” arrived at his little farm, in a little hidden place in the interior of Minas Gerais. Wires, nets, and high-voltage towers scattered everywhere. SINTEF (Scandinavian research body) found that 10% of air accidents in
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During my applications, I have also come across critical areas (usually small) where there was weeds around and no pole visible, only the wire, camouflaged in the crop. Some of us (including myself) only noticed the presence of the wire, when “jumping” a tree ... but we know well that the factor “luck” never was considered as a measure of flight safety. Sometimes it is safer to fly under the wire. But, to decide this, it is solely for the judgment of the pilot.. It is also worth mentioning that some crops, in the initial phase, allow enough room to flying under the wire; but as they grow, they grow to the point where they do not leave enough space for the aircraft to pass between it and the wire. The same goes for when, due to high temperatures, the wire presents that “belly”, due to the dilation of the metallic material of which they are made.
One interesting thing that can be useful is to understand that in some cases the wire changes the angle or direction in which it is attached. When this happens, you usually have a guide wire that runs from the ground to the pole. That is to say: the pilot can be calmly flying under the wire and maintaining vertical separation between it and the terrain, but if it does not realize the existence of the guide wire, there is risk of lateral collision with the same. In fact, the standards for installing electrical grids are so vast, that you can not create a 100% recipe on how to fly about them. There are agricultural GPSs that can plot obstacles and raise an alert when the pilot approaches them, but this is not yet a reality for many of us. Some pilots operate in places without access to the internet and with old GPS equipment.
businesses can have their power supply interrupted in such an accident. In many reports that I have read about accidents of this type, the recommendation of reconnaissance of the area was unanimous before the aerial application began. Having the grid drawn on the paper map also helps the brain assimilate the information. All of this should be in the preparation of the flight. It is worth even talking to the landowner to inquire about obstacles. So remember: knowing your field is one of those responsibilities that comes with our duties. The thinker Dinamor has already said: “Money is like electricity, it benefits the prudent, it assaults the foolish.” “Courage, daring and tenacity.”
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STUD 500 Gallon Ag Cat -2011 Hershey built FAT CAT Super -6 Garrett. Engine 1513 TSOH. Prop 688 TSOH. Long range fuel tanks bottom load fuel. Heavy tail spring and gear legs. 41” Transland gate box w/ SS 13 vane spreader. Lane electric spray fan brake, SS booms CP-11’s, swivels and AFS bodies. Elevator and Rudder servo’s, Aileron servo’s and goose feet. Custom cockpit instrument panel w/ all EI digital gauges, VHF radio, SATLOC Bantam GPS w/ big screen. New Throttle quadrant, smoker, A/C. New 29x11 tires, new smooth side panels. Fresh annual completed 4/2017. Call Dwayne O’Brien at 337-515-5599 or 337-582-3701
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1984 Ag Cat Super B, N3627G, Airframe TT: 14,336.0, Engine TT: 10,849.0 PT6A -15AG, Equipment: Big Fuel – 120 gallons – Side Load, Wing Extensions – Hershey Tips, Hershey Heavy Tail Spring, Bantam w/ G4 plus Flow Control, Mills Conversion FWF, 400 Gallon Hopper, A/C, Bleed Air Heat, 38” Transland Gate, Agronautics Ground Adjustable Fan, Elevator Servo, Goosefeet Aileron Servo’s, CP Nozzles w/ Drop Airfoil (DAF) Booms. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1055 to see spec sheet for more details. $345,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends WANTED - 450HP Ag Cat. Call Dean at 406-374-2210 (2) 2017 Super A+600 Queen Cats! 350gal H-V TL Combos, B-Cabins, T.S.Tails, 0-SMOH AF/E/P. See to believe! Bank on Four Wings. Fly SAFER, CHEAPER & Do Better Work! For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
1977 164B Ag Cat w/R985 931 SMOH by Covington, prop 592.5 SIRAN, SS belly, SS booms w/CP3’s, Load Hog, Spreader, 68 gal. fuel but comes with extra right wing tank to make 80 gallons. Great running and great flying airplane. I upgraded to a turbine and just don’t need it anymore. $90K or reasonable offer. Will consider partial trades. Call Dusty at 417-321-0210
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1969 Ag Cat Model G164A, 600HP, N410X Serial# 631, AFTT 10,400 hrs, TSMOH 4hrs (Tulsa), TSPOH 2hrs (Precision Propeller), Complete Spray gear & Spreader Setup, Lane/Agrinautics/Transland/CP Satloc 99.5/Crophawk Smoker/ Extended Wings/ 80gal Fuel, Bottom Load Fuel, King VHF. $80,000 OBO *PRICE REDUCED* Aircraft is located in Northern Nevada. Call Mike Morris at Morris Ag Air 775304-1958.
1976 Ag Cat G164A, N48555, SN 1671, R1340 1171 SMOH, 12D40 Prop, SS drop booms, CP Flat Fan w/swivels, Airstar 99 w/flow control, Smoker, Wing extensions & Hershey Tips, Aileron & Elevator Servos, 80g fuel w/bottom load, 1” main gear, Hershey tail gear, Sealed cockpit/ 1pc windshield, metalized wings, Tall tail - centerline, Flagger, Speed Ring. For more information contact Sky Tractor LLC 800437-5319, www.skytractor.com, email@ skytractor.com or Fax 701-636-5881 A Model Ag Cat project for sale. Includes data tag. Complete project disassembled. Frame, wings, tail surfaces repaired. Call for more details and pricing. Location in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics 308368-5556
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2000 AT-502B, 9100 TTIS AF&E. Spars done at 7988 hours. 1100 hours SGBI and prop O/H. Factory heat & air. Lowered booms. Hemisphere G4 w/flow control. Smoker. Hopper rinse. CP-11’s, WeathAero. Wingman. Breckenridge 12 vane spreader. Sold with fresh annual and HSI. No major damage history $360,000 *PRICE REDUCED* 662-822-3204.
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1998 AT-602-60, N5192T SN: 602-0527. Fresh annual and $36K Factory New Fuel Control installed, 7911 TT Engine and Airframe, Night work lights, LED nose lights, Smoker, Single point fuel, Wingman, Factory heat & AC, SATLOC M3, Intelliflow, Factory dropped booms, CP11TT’s, Lane brake and fan, Right boom shutoff, SSF 13 Vane Spreader, Garmin SL 40, Motorola business band radio. See NEW SPEC SHEET for more info. Selling for the Chad Frei family. $375,000 PRICE REDUCED! 208-431-4795 or timshamblin@gmail.com
1995 AT-502B 10,336 TTAF, Wing Spar Replaced 1-3-2012 7886 hours, Engine PT6-15AG S/N 14265, 10,336 TT, Prop o/h 7-13-2013, M-3 w/ Flow Control, Load Hawg, CP, Smoker, Heat & AC, Led light Spreader, Electric fan Brake, Hydraulic flaps, $300K OR WILL TAKE TRACE *PRICE REDUCED* Call Gary at 662-299-8095
1999 AT-502B -34 w/fresh annual, 9600 TT, Tons of cycles remaining on all rotating components, 100 since HSI, FCU, Batteries, recent CT blades & spar caps, factory drop booms, Lane fan & brake, M3 GPS, hopper rinse, smoker, AC, Bleed air heat, 170 gallons fuel. For more information go to http://craig138.wixsite.com/ n73070 $350K PRICE REDUCED! Call Craig 252-426-9676
1988 AT-502 N1004B, Available For SALE OR LEASE! S/N: 501-0022, TT 7816.4, P&W PT6A-34AG, s/n: PCE-57182, TT 13,834.5, SHOT 1.1, Hartzell Prop HCB3TN-3D, s/n: BUA-30202, SOH 1121.4, (Aircraft converted from 501 to 502 on 10-31-05 by Frost Flying Service) Hot Section Inspection performed by Prime Turbines., Has new 9800 hour spar cap’s, by Air Tractor. Annual due 4/1/18 Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=686 to see spec sheet for details. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights & weekends
1994 AT-502B, N6017E, -34AG, approx. 11,040 hrs TT, AFS check valves w/CP 11’s, Satloc G4 w/Intelliflow and smoker. $400,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
1989 AT-502 N10126, 14,012 TT, PT6A -34AG 16,683 TT, 1223 SHOT, 3583 since Light Overhaul by RT Turbines w/new CT Blades, 2775 hours since last gear box inspection, Fuel Pump and Fuel Control replaced May 2016. Equipment: Cascade inlet, LED nose lights, Aluminum booms, CP nozzles, G4 GPS w/Intelliflow flowmeter, Air Repair hydraulic gate system w/smart cylinder. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1181 to see spec sheet for details. $280,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
Looking To Lease/Purchase 700 or 800 Gallon Aircraft. Contact John at 760427-1476
2011 AT-502A, PT6A-60AG, N1055F, TTAF 4157, TTE 4157, SHOT 632, TT Prop 4157, TS IRAN 632 w/2 New Blades, Fresh Annual, Ready To Go. 3” Spray System, Aluminum Booms, CP11 TT’s, AFS Checks, Dual 3” Bottom Loading Valves, Lane 4 Blade Adjustable Fan & Large Electric Brake, 38” Gate, Right Boom Shut Off, VG’s, Cool Start System, Smoker, CommRadio, Hopper Rinse, Factory AC, SatLoc Intellistar w/Intelliflow Control, Hoerner Wing Tips, Wired for Kennedy Cell Set. $515K Call Tommy at 601-748-1444
2013 AT-602 -65AG, 1400 hrs. TT, Engine under warranty until 2500 hrs. $925,000 Will possibly consider a partial trade for SuperB Ag Cat w/PT6. Call for more information 662-588-0519
1994 AT-402A, PT6A-15AG, AF: 7960 T TSNE W, Eng: 4 690 T TSUH, 1166 TTSHSI, Fresh Spar Caps, A/C, V.G.’s, Comm Radio, Satloc Bantam with Flow Control, 170 Gallon Fuel, Fresh Annual, Clean Northern Airplane! $425,000 PRICE REDUCED! Call Craig Bair Cell: 605-8504729 Work: 602-532-3462 2005 AT-802A N8524L, 6567 TT, PT6A67AG, 6567 TT, Annual inspection due 2/1/18, HSI performed by Covington at 6494 hours on 1/10/17, Prop IRAN by Memphis Propeller. Equipment: A/C, Heater, 100 CP nozzles - Aluminum Booms, G4 GPS w/Intelliflow flow control, Wingman, 250 gallon fuel, Lane Brake and Fan, 10” Hydraulic Gate, 2 1/2” Spray System, Ram Air Inlet, Single Point Fuel, Fast Start, Hopper Rinse, Reabe Digital Hopper Gauge, MVP-50T Digital Engine Monitor, Garmin 496 GPS, PMS 4000 Intercom. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1186to see spec sheet. $680K Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
2017 AT-502XP, G4 w/Flow, Smoker, VG’S, Storm Cutters, Ferry Time Only! Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401 AT-401 For Sale - Tac: 5935.69, TT airframe: 5935.69, TT engine: 8345.86, TSMOHE: 365.50, TT prop: UNK, TSMOHP: 365.50. $225K PRICE REDUCED! For pictures and other pertinent details call Bruce Budahn, friend of owner at 1-800-549-1814 or 1-507-433-1813
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1990 AT-501, TT 6316.2, AT-501 was conver ted to AT-502 with a Walter Engine M601E-11. Engine gear box started making metal so pulled Engine. Comes with Engine & Prop. No damage history. Call Tanner at 701-520-0229 or 701-662-4416
2004 502B -34AG, 4185 TTAE, 1179 SHOT, Heat, A/C, Lane fan and Brake, Single point fuel, Bantam with G4 screen, Intelliflow, Smoker, 164gal. fuel, CP-11TT nozzles, Comm transponder. Light hail damage, new paint. $475K. Call Rod at 701-321-0767
2013 AT-802A PT6A -67AG, 2900 TT, Full fire configuration, set up for spray, fertilizer or SEAT, Vondron hyd gate, Wingman, Ag Nav GPS, single point fuel, CommRadio, smoker, Lane electric brake and fan, white/red paint, 308 gallon fuel. $850,000 PRICE REDUCED Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com
Clean 1983 AT-301, 4498TT, 601SMOHTulsa. Fresh annual, new battery & carburetor. 22D-40 prop, A/C, VG’s, CP nozzles, winglets, Satloc AirStar, Crop Hawk, Weathaero fan, smoker, 126 gal fuel. $125,000 Call Ken at 580 484-7267 or 580 484--7267
1999 AT-502A, N166MM, Airframe TT 4750, Engine PT6-45A TT 31,210, SMOH 3659, Since Hot Section 727, Prop SMOH 847, A/C, cockpit heat, single point fuel, G4 Satloc with flow control, Lane fan and brake, booms with CP nozzles, all stainless plumbing, 10 inch Vondran hydraulic gate and hopper extension, 2 dry spreaders. $500,000 Call David at 806-777-1892
1999 AT-502B, TT A&E 7786, Engine: PT6-34AG, SMOH 3050, Since Hot Section 643, Prop SMOH 2033, 2 owner aircraft, AC, cockpit heat, 1 Comm Radio with bluetooth capability, Garmin transponder, M3 Satloc with flow control, digital hopper gauge and pressure gauge, new booms with CP nozzles, fan and brake, all stainless steel. $335,000 Call David at 806-777-1892
2004 AT-502B-2568, N8525V, TTAF 5410, PT6 -34AG: TTE 5410; SHOT 25, 4400 hours remaining on the wings with no inspection requirement, Cascade ram air inlet, Satloc M3 with flow, Stainless steel spray system, Air conditioned cockpit, Night working lights, Windshield washer and wiper, AmSafe inflatable restraints. $520,000 Call 877-647-6325
2012 AT-602-1216, N2061L -60AG, 2919 Hrs. TTAE since new, Satloc Bantam with G4 screen, CommRadio, transponder, Lane electric brake & fan, S/S T/W deflector, factory heat & air, drop booms, new annual at sale. $795,000 Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com
2012 AT-402B, 1,500 TTAF&E, Bantam/ Flow, Heater, No damage history. $550,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1996 502B -34AG COVER GIRL, 9331 TTAE, Wings done @ 7386 next due @17,186, Fresh Annual, Prop Iran, Starter Generator overhaul, Extensive Hot Section, Fuel control and engine accessory gear box done year before last, SATLOC M3 w/flow control, New gear @ 8816.6 TT, Factory heat and air, PAR 200 Com/Audio Panel, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, CP 09’s. This airplane was on the cover of the November issue of AAU!!! $425K Call 970-595-0946 2014 AT-402B, 1,750 TTAF&E, 3 Piece W/S, Smoker, Heater, Lane Brake/Fan $570,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1979 AT-301, N8764S, R-1340 -AN1, approx. 9770 hrs TT, short tail w/good fabric, Ag Nav Guia w/flowcontrol, new aluminum booms, CP-03, smoker and 126 gallon fuel. $80,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213 2015 AT-802A -65AG for sale. 575 Hrs. TTAE. Aircraft currently working, will sell at end of season, November or December. Aircraft will have approximately 975-1000 hours. Satloc, Flow Control, Standard Air Tractor gate, Wingman, Factory Nozzles, Yellow color, Fresh Annual with sale. Contact Brandon at 318-303-3147 2007 AT-402B, 3,870 TTAF&E, -34AG, G4, Hatfield fuel, VG’s Heater. $470,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1999 AT-802, 8065 TT, -67AG with 6195 TT, 280 since hot, FCU and flow dividers, 800 since prop IRAN, new motor mounts, 150 on new mains, SATLOC M3, single point fuel, Wingman, would consider 400 or 500 gallon airplane in trade. $599K Call Donald Dierks at 870-673-1821
1985 AT-301, recent recondition paint, cover, stainless spray system, 5425TT, cool seat & belts. Covington IRAN 729hrs., compression 99-100, 9 cylinder egt cht, 12D40. VG, bottom fuel, large wheels, stainless fasteners, right boom shutoff, Airstar 99, new stainless exhaust & engine heater. June annual. Flies great, looks new! $180K 218-201-0083 2011 AT-502B, 2800 TTSN. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
Air Tractor 502XP: Go to work hauling a full 500 gallons all day, every day. Even when temperatures soar, the 502XP can power you through more acres in less time, with less effort. Quiet 4-blade prop. 867 horsepower PT6A-140AG engine. Rebalanced airframe. Larger fin and rudder. From nose to tail, it is a remarkable combination of power, stability and productivity. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the 502XP. Ask about special Air Tractor financing available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers.
1980 AT-301, TTAF 9502.55 hrs., wings rebuilt 7424 hrs., TT engine 12,307 hrs. since OH, 954 hrs. since prop OH, 954 hrs. new cam and rollers installed by Covington good compression, Satloc M3, King radio, A/C, Transland pump CP09 nozzles. Purchased plane in 2009, many things done since. Plane is in very good condition. Fresh annual with sale. Motivated Seller - Make Offer! Call 785-336-1506
2013 AT-502B, TTAF: 1244, Pratt & Whitney PT6A -34AG TSHS: 207.6 TT: 6703.9 Hartzell HC-B3TN-3D/T10282NS+4 TSN: 1244.6. Covington Hot Section and engine inspection report report 03/29/2016, CP 09 Nozzles, Transland Spreader, VG’s, Wire Cutters, Shadin, G4 with Intelliflow, Garmin GMA 240 BT Audio Panel, Garmin GTR 225 Transceiver, Garmin GTX 327, USB, 12 & 24 V power supply, Transponder, Automatic Flagman, Climate Control hangar, Paint 9 out of 10, Tinted side windows, New Tires and Brakes. Sold with Fresh Annual. $500K PRICE REDUCED! Call Tony Rendleman 618-534-8035 1994 AT-802A, PT6A -65AG, 10,200 TTSN, G4/Flow, Com, Std Gate, CP’s…. No Trade…. $510K For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net
2008 AT-802, 3420 TTAE, 60 SHOT, M3 with flow control, Wingman, hydraulic gate, Agrinautics pump, single point fuel, Garmin SL40 Comm, Garmin GTX 327 transponder. $850K PRICE REDUCED!, will consider trades. Call 877-647-6325 2017 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVE YOUR POSITION NOW, $CALL$, Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
602 Project Complete Aircraft! We have disassembled our 1999 AT-602 and it is ready for shipping in container. The aircraft was used for fungicide applications the last 2400 hrs. in Cameroon central Africa. The airframe, engine and propeller have 6900 TT. The power section has 2400 hrs. since Covington light overhaul. The prop has 850 since overhaul and new blades. The wings need the modification. We have new 602 and need to sell this or have it refurbished. We can sell complete or airframe only. Also if you are interested in refurbish for us, let us know. The container should reach US approx. mid April. Please contact us for more info: Denis 337-501-0504 or 337453-0793 guillemd@bellsouth.net
1993 AT-502, PT6A -34AG, N198LA, Available For SALE OR LEASE! Airframe TT: 10,065.2, Engine TT: 10,708.2 Cascade inlet, G4 Satloc, New paint, Smoker, WAG A/C, Hopper Rinse, 38” gate, Wingman, CP Nozzles. Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1054 to see spec sheet for more details. $445,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
Several 2006-2012 AT-802A -67F on floats “Fire Boss”, full avionics, yellow and blue paint scheme, 1600 shp, computer gate, 380 USG, NAV/COM/GPS, audio box, radio, ELT, from 200 to 1600 hours TT, extremely careful maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope.com. 1991 AT-502B, PT6A -34AG, 9600 TTSN, Spar Completed, Bantam/Flow, Com. $395K For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
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. 1997 AT-602, PT6A -65AG, 6500 TTSN, New Wings, GPS/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
AT-401B: Power and payload at the right price. Step up to a highly productive, low maintenance piston engine ag plane for a price that makes solid business sense. The economical 400-gallon capacity AT-401B has a piston-engine price tag, plus all the reliability, durability, safety features and flying ease that make Air Tractor the industry leader. For qualified buyers, Wells Fargo has attractive and flexible terms available. Call your Air Tractor dealer 2005 AT-802A, PT6 -67AG, 6500 TTSN, Wingman, 10” Gate, G4/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net
1979 AT-301 PRICE DR A STIC ALLY REDUCED & SELLER IS VERY MOTIVATED! 9234 TTAF, 364 SMOH, 926 SMOH prop, Satloc Lite, new paint in 2011. 4600 hours remaining on wing spar. Great flying airplane! Call Gary or Kevin 785-626-3344 AT-402B, PT6A -34AG, 4000 TTSN, GPS/ Flow control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
2006 AT-802A -67AG, 4730 hrs. TTSN E&A, 10” Transland gate, single point fuel, M3 SATLOC, new landing gear, red and white, working now. $685,000 Call Steve 239-860-2028
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1995 AT-802A, N6148T, TTAE 9530 hours, 1057 SHOT, Single point fuel, G4 with flow control, Wings done at 6016 TT, Comm and transponder, Air conditioned cockpit, Cockpit heater, $550,000 Call 877-647-6325
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AT-502B: More performance; more profit potential. With Air Tractor’s AT-502B there’s plenty of power and a big, 500gallon payload to please both pilot and operator. The Pratt & Whitney 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. 2006 AT-802A, PT6A -65AG, 6500 TTSN, Wingman, 10” Gate, G4/Flow Control, SP Fuel, 308 Gallon Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
1999 AT-802A -67AG, Factory refurbished, new panels, skins and much m o re at A ir Tr ac to r! N 8 0 4 D G , T T 7910.8 hrs.,0 Hrs. since prop O/H, New spar caps and landing gear. Kawak hydraulic spray system, Satloc M3, Wingman, Auto-Cal, single point fuel, 254 gallon fuel, recent hot section inspection.2913 Hrs since IRAN. New annual at sale. Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=994 to see spec sheet for additional inform a t i o n . Av a i l a b l e n o w. $ 62 5 , 0 0 0 PRICE REDUCED! For more details call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service at 800-441-2964
1998 AT-402A, 6596 TTSN, 0 SHOT (Covington), 1657 SOH, NDH, All logs, All Ad’s complied including AD2006-08-08 (Eddy Current), New Paint 2008, Northern Plane, Loaded with M3, King Comm, Transponder, Garmin GPS, Lane Electric brake, Boom shut-off, Very Nice affordable well cared for work horse. 605-661-7525 or jcbhoffner@gmail.com
2007 AT802A- 0259 N2465D - 67AG, 4986.77 T.T. Satloc Bantam, radio pkg, smoker, electric fan brake, Fast Start, dual A/C cond., new landing gear, factory heat & air, fresh hot & annual, T.T. since gearbox and light O/H 2390.1 hrs. $795,000. PRICE REDUCED! For more details call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service at 800-441-2964
2010 AT-502B, 2380 TT, 600 SHOT, PT634AG, 170 Fuel, Heat and Air, 3” Side Loader, SATLOC M3 with 7L Light Bar, Turn and Bank IND, Large Lane fan and ELE brake, Garmin Transponder, Encoding Altimeter, Bendix King Transceiver, Shadin Fuel Computer, LED Landing Lights, Wire Cutters, No Dry Fertilizer. 863-467-7777 sunniland@wildblue.net 2017 Air Tractors, all models, call Southeastern Aircraft Sales at 800-441-2964 to reserve your slot!
1994 AT-802A -65AG well maintained aircraft with lots of good years remaining. New G-4 with Intelliflow and Vondran Dry Flow Control. No Major Damage History. Call for Details. 870-897-4548 2000 AT-402A, PT6A -11AG, 6100 TTSN, GPS/Flow control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
2003 AT-802F (2 Seat) 967.1 TTAF & E & P, -67AG, autopilot, complete spray gear with CP nozzles, NDH, always hangared, GNC 300XL GPS/Comm; KY96A Comm; Apollo SL70 Xpder; Technisonic FD1074 TDFM136, Satloc M3, Air Tractor Fire Gate. 204-729-7723 or jon@westmanaerial.com
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2008 AT-802A, S/N: 802A-0310, PT6A67AG, 2973 TT, Fresh paint job and fresh extensive annual. New landing gear, all new windows and windshields, new engine mount, 10 inch Hyd gate with Vondran gate controller, new G4 GPS with flow control, new spreader, smoker, bottom load fuel, LED pulse lights, Factory A/C and heat. This also comes with your first 100hr. and 300hr. inspections at no charge and 100hr. warranty on A/F labor at Ag Air Aircraft Inc. $850,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Available for Least to Own! Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870-8573744 for details 1999 AT-802A RED/WHITE, PT6A -67 AG, 6800 TTSN, 10” gate, G4/Flow, SL40 Com, Wingman, Hatfield S.P. Fuel, ….No Trade….$680K For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net
2001 AT-802A - 65AG, Total rebuild 2865hrs ago TT 10,464, Major engine work at Dallas Air, Motive 1800 +/- hrs ago. Just came out of major annual fresh hot section, $125k spent on it. Zero on prop IRAN and starter gen., wings done 2865 hrs ago and aircraft was painted and totally redone at AG Air Aircraft. Loaded HYD gate, Vondran controller, new G4 SATLOC, Wingman, Lane pump, radio stack, red white paint. New landing gear, single point fuel. Comes with 100 hr A/F warranty on labor and first 100 and 300 hour free labor with purchase. $655,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870-857-3744 Corning, AR
1993 AT- 402, 6402 TT PT6A-15AG engine 8671.7 TT 1254 SHSI Prop 1254 SOH SATLOC Light GPS, Lane pump brake, standard spray system, Transland spreader. Ready to go to work. $295,000 *PRICE REDUCED* Call Mike @ Valley Air Crafts 559-686-7401 or mike@thevalleyaircrafts.com 2013 AT-802 (2 Seat), 3,900 TTAF&E, -67AG, Full Hydraulics, $860,000 PRICE REDUCED! Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401 2005 AT-802 -65. 8,800 TTA&E. 400 hrs SIRAN prop, Completely refurbished 2015. SATLOC G4, Wingman, FastStart. Call for price. 318-439-0710. snoano@gmail.com AT-402B, PT6A -27AG, 7300TTSN, New Wings, GPS/Flow control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 2009 AT-802 -67. 6,800 TTE&A, 300 hrs SIRAN on prop, hydraulic flaps, hydraulic air conditioning, hydraulic spray pump, hydraulic spray valve, hydraulic gate, Air Repair variable rate gate controller, SATLOC G4, Wingman, FastStart. Comes with fresh annual and HSI. Call for price. 318-439-0710, snoano@gmail.com
1989 AT-401, 9665TT, Younkin Engine w/2 new extra cyls. & parts 973TTSMOH, JPI Engine Monitor, Hamilton standard hydro prop 0 SMOH, Wing spar caps done 1501 hrs ago, Main gear has 292 hrs, SATLOC LiteStar II, Collins A/C, WeathAero pump, Stainless steel booms, New paint in 2013, Fresh Annual $130K 601-201-9497
1997 AT-602 N50738, s/n: 602-0448, TT 11,055.0, Pratt & Whitney PT6A -45R s/n: PCE-84148, TT 30,424.0, SOH 15,445.3, SHOT 713.8, Hartzell Prop HC-B5MP-3, s/n: EVA-2147, TT 6300.0, SOH 2444.7, SIRAN 494.5, Annual inspection due 4/1/18, Eddy current inspection due at TTA of 13,055.0, Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 13,569.0, Since power section IRAN: 0.0 (by Pro-Turbines) Has upper aft longeron kit installed, Has heavy horizontal brace tube assemblies Has Concord sealed batteries. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=685to see Spec Sheet for equipment. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights and weekends 2013 AT-502B Firewall forward parts: Engine mount, cowling, Ram Air filter system, Hartzell prop NC-B3TN-3D/T 10282N S+4 106”. All parts with less than 1400 hours total time. Very clean and well maintained AT-502B. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details 1-509-635-1212
1988 AT-502, W-34AG, Fresh Annual & Hot Section, 13,000 AFTT, Engine 14,278, TT 3633 SIRAN, 0.0 SHSI, Prop Hartzell HC-B3TN-D 630 hrs SOH, Spar Caps 5300 hrs remaining. Good Hopper & Glass, Wingman, Landing Lights, Alum Booms, CP’s 38” Gate, Lane Adj Fan w/ Electric Brake, Satloc G4 w/Flow Control, VG’s, Hopper Rinse, Paint is 2 years old. $325,000 Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
2015 AT-502B -3024 N3076W -34AG, 300 hrs approx. Satloc Bantam with Intelliflow, cockpit heater, A/C, Lane electric brake & fan, 3A” bottom load, S/S camlocs, S/S spray valve, RCA attitude gyro. $745,000 *PRICE REDUCED* For more details call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service at 800-441-2964 1995 AT-802A, PT6A -65AG, 7600 TTSN, 10” gate, G4/Flow, New wing spar….No Trade…. $790K For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net
Several 2010-2013 AT-802 -67F, wheels configuration, full avionics, FRDS Gen II, 380 USG, full lightning protection, airbag. Detailed maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope.com.
2009 AT-602, PT6A -65AG, 3600 TTSN, Wingman, STD gate, Bantam/Flow Control. $695K For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
1993 AT-402. N9165C. 8480.1 TTAF, PT6A-14AG w/ 8239.8 TTE and 0 SHOT by LD Blake, Hartzell prop, 9800 hr spar caps by AT installed at 7323.5 by AT, rep. due at 17,123.5 TTA, new hopper installed by AT at 7323.5 TTA, new main gear legs and axles installed at Hobbs: 1107.6, new tail gear installed at Hobbs: 1568, five blade fan, electric brake, Aluminum booms, SATLOC M3, flow control, A/C, single point fuel. New Paint! Annual inspection due 11/1/17. Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=262 to see spec sheet for details. $345,000. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends 1997 AT-602, PT6A -60AG, 8800 TTSN, Wing Spar Replacement done, GPS/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
2014 AT-502B, PT6A -34AG, 850 TTSN, Loaded! NDH. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
AT-402B: Go turbo. The AT-402B, with the time-proven Pratt & Whitney PT6A-15AG turbine engine, offers impressive climb rates and overall performance. The AT402B’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. 2001 AT-602, 6200 TT, recent IRAN on prop and gearbox. 0 HOT section by Prime Turbines. New wings, bottom load fuel, M3 Satloc, quick start, LED nose lights, Wingman, spreader and CP09 nozzles, $525,000. 870-866-7636 Order your AT-802F Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your AT-502 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your Turbine AT-402 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your AT-802 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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.
Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. Only $29.99 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025. Order your AT-602 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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2012 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG (750hp) 3,000 horas desde nuevo, 750 horas desde sección caliente y reparación mayor del hélice. Aire Acondicionado, SATLOC G4 con INtelliflow, boquillas CP, Radio VHF, Transponder, Horizonte Artificial, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable (Lane), Generadores de Vortice, 170 galones de combustible, broches de acero inoxidable. Este avión se encuentra en buenas condiciones, un solo dueño desde nuevo, nunca accidentado, con su certificado de Aeronavigabilidad de Exportación. Disponible en Agosto, 2017. $630,000 Sun Valley Aviation, 956-421-4545
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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1980 AT-400, 7700 TTAF, 5500 TTE, 0 SHOT, 1500 Hrs on wing spar, New Prop, Overhauled Prop Gov, Overhauled Overspeed Gov, Overhauled Fuel Control Unit, New Landing Gear, New Paint, New Windshield, Satloc, Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091
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1972 Cessna Ag Truck for immediate sale!! Huge price reduction! This Ag Cessna 188B has been used for banner towing since 1992. It has been well maintained and in great shape. I have all of the spray equipment ready to be put back on. It’s ready to go back to work! $56,000 OBO 865-405-4428
1975 Cessna A188B, Ag Truck Airframe TT 9300, Engine IO-720 400 HP Robertson Stohl Kit, 1200 TSMOH 3 blade prop 0 AMOH winglet, all cylinder EGT, Ag Nav Guia w/flow control, CommRadio and Transponder, W/S Washer, Smoker, Drop Booms, CP11 Nozzles and Spreader. Fresh Annual. $140K Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
1976 AgTruck 3984TT, SMOH 957, SPOH 957, 400 since new crank case, HYD pump, SS Booms, CP11 Nozzles, Bantam GPS, Garmin 196 GPS, Cabin Heat, CHT, Flashing Beacon, Spin on air filter, Fire extinguisher, 22X800X8 Wheels and brakes. Good paint and glass, no dry fertilizer. 863-467-7777 sunniland@wildblue.net
1974 Cessna A188B, TTAF 4124 hrs., IO520D0 since factory new, 194 hrs. since prop overhaul, CP11’s, SATLOC 99, Annual on 5-23-16. Clean northern airplane. Call Jim at 218-289-1999
1966 Cessna Ag Wagon A188, 4184 Total time with 1130 SMOH and 574 SPOH. Aero fan, CP11 nozzles, SATLOC lite, smoker and automatic flagman. Call Rex Kelley 308-214-1516 1978 AgTruck, 5007 TT, 219 SMOH all new Millennium cylinders, 1143 On New Hartzell Top Prop (TBO 2000), Hyd. Pump, SATLOC Bantam GPS with 7L Light Bar, Garmin 196 GPS, Cabin Heat, LED Landing Lights, Flashing Beacon, CHT, Spin on Oil Filter, Fire Extinguisher, SS Booms, CP11 Nozzles. 863-467-7777 sunniland@ wildblue.net
1972 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, N21883, TT6350, 1740 SMOH, Prop165, stainless steel booms, SATLOC Lite 2, new leading edges, refurbished hopper, CP nozzles, owner flown since new. Good flying and fast! Current annual with sale. $120,000 Call Kevin at 785-386-8875
1973 CESSNA 188B, N5647G, A/F TT 4020, Continental O-470R Engine, 230 HP, Prop Time 394.8, SEE SPEC SHEET FOR DETAILS, Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net
1978 Cessna Ag Truck, 6000 TTAF, 625 TTeng, 550 TTprop, 8.50X10 Clevelands, GPS, field ready. $125,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091
1978 PA-36-300 Brave, 2936 TTAF, 535 SMOH, 535 TTSN Prop. (HC-C2YR-1BF/ F8475+2 Yates STC Conversion). Dropped SS Booms and plumbing, Lane electric brake, CP’s with AFS check-valves, Satloc M-3 W/flow control (no valve), King KY 96, dry spreader. Aircraft disassembled and completely refurbished in 2010. Fuselage Tubing sandblasted and epoxy primed, refurbished hopper, new fuel cells, all new glass, new tailwheel and spring, brakes, cables, instruments, seat belts. Too much too list. As close to new as you will find. No expense spared. All logs since new. $132,500 Call Harold at 252-904-4771 or 252-823-5374
1978 Ag Wagon - IO 520-D engine, SMOH 525.6 hours, TTAF since new 7542.6 hrs., Bantam GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control and Wing fuel tanks. Clean old Cessna. Purchased to get my son ag time. He is now flying my turbine and have no need for the Cessna anymore. Contact Chris at 662-822-4278 or Phil at 662-390-7056.
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1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 620 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $135,000 Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545
Piper PA-25-235, 6919Z, 7606TT, 725 SMOH, Full hutch conversion, SS sprayer, CP nozzles, weath aero fan, Crophawk, smoker, flagger, low time prop, 250 hp. Email rickh@ruraltel.net or call 785282-0218 1964 PA-25-250 Pawnee, TT 7281, engine 509 SMOH, 509 on new Stits Poly-Fiber, Satloc Lite, stainless booms, new Agrinautics pump, spreader, all AD’s complied with. Selling because upgrade turbine fleet. Clean northern airplane! $74,000 PRICE REDUCED! Call Joe at 308695-0551 or 308-697-3677
1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE(400 HP) - 7642 Total Time/ 388 since Overhaul engine/ 0 since Overhaul 3 blade Propeller: 275 gal hopper, JAS Gate, Agrinautics pump and fan, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with AFC check valves and CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, com radio, electric turn and bank, pistol grip, nav/ strobe/instrument/landing and taxi and retractable night working lights, NEW Dyna Nav VEKTOR GPS, left entry step, good paint/tires/glass. Annual at sale. This aircraft is one of the best flying and performing Super Braves we have ever experienced! PRICE REDUCED to $150K. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559686-1794/ info@johnstonaircraft.com / www.johnstonaircraft.com
1976 PA 36 Turbine Brave (550SHP) 6450TT, 3097 since P&W O/H PT6A-20A engine with 362 since HSI, 0 SOH 3 Blade Hartzell Prop, 275 gallon hopper, JAS gate, Agrinautics pump, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, JAS High Lift Wing Leading Edges, 90 gal fuel, CommRadio, Crophawk, electric turn and bank, clock, nav/strobe/instrument/landing and taxi lights, Del Norte GPS, pistol grip, left entry step, very good tires/glass and paint, 1739 hours remaining on wing spar caps. This aircraft was imported from Australia, and has just had an extensive annual inspection of the engine, prop, and airframe, along with a NEW Airworthiness Certificate. This aircraft is in very good condition! Need a very reasonably priced, nimble turbine that will get a lot done for small $$$? This is it!! $265,000 PRICE REDUCED! Or Best Reasonable Offer. 559686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft. com / www.johnstonaircraft.com Order your Clipped J3 Cub Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your Piper Pawnee Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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Turbine Brave, 6874 hrs. TT, 1753 hrs. SOHE&P, 1304 hrs. till wings due, Satloc Bantam, Fuel Flow, com radio, SS booms, CP nozzles, Electric pump brake, VG’s and AC. $285,000 Call 912-592-5334
1982 Piper PA-36-375, TT 7050 hrs., Engine IO-720-D1C 934 hrs., SMOH 17 hrs. since prop strike inspection and extensive top overhaul. Johnston Super Prop 17 hrs. SNEW. New paint, Electric Brake, SS Booms. $225,000 Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
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1974 Thrush S2R, N4205X, Serial: 1968R, TTAF: 11,213.7 hrs., TPE331-6-252M, Satloc 99.5, Stainless Steel Booms, Crophawk, Lane Fan Brake, A/C (Harbor Air), 36 CP3 Nozzles. Go online to see spec sheet for more details. $175,000 Call 956-202-2094
1993 Thrush S2R-T34, N6099T, Serial: T34-194, PT6A-34, TTAF: 7,947.8 hrs., Satloc GPS M3, Stainless Steel Booms, Lane Fan Brake, Flow Control, A/C (Zee system/works but needs compressor), Motorola CM200 radio, 33 CP-11 TT flat fan nozzles, 33 AFS check valves, ICOM IC-A210 Communication Radio. Go online to see spec sheet for details. $350,000 Call 956-202-2094
1999 Thrush S2R-G6, N4002U, Serial: G6 -151DC [FULL DUAL CONTROLS IN REAR COCKPIT] TTAF: 3,927.4 hrs., TPE331-6-252M, Satloc GPS 99.5, 18 ft. Stainless Steel Booms, Crophawk, PM1000II two place intercom, New A/C, KT 76A Transponder, 32 CP-11 TT flat fan nozzles, 32 AFS check valves, KY96A Comm Radio, Lane Fan Brake. Go online to see spec sheet for more details. $325,000 Call 956-202-2094
1974 S2R Geared Engine Thrush. 7710 TTAF, 810 SMOH engine. 330 hrs since master rod bearing reprocessed, crankshaft magnafluxed, valves reground and returned to service. 787 SMOH prop. Extensive annual with many new parts including tires, battery, A/C compressor, fuel pump, seat belts and harness. Has stainless steel pump with electric brake and stainless booms with CP nozzles. Satloc Bantam with G-4 screen and flow control. Air conditioner, chip lite, 24 volt electrical system, smoker, flagger, single point fuel, CommRadio, oil filter kit, digital tach, extended wings, Big Butterfly plate, good glass and paint. All logs since new. Asking $155,000.00 OBO Call Terry 806-258-7220 or email whiteface@wtrt.net WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO Call 800-325-0885 or visit www.midcont.net
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1995 Thrush 510 S2R-R1340-33 3084x, 3211TT, 228 fuel, M-3, A/C, smoker, fresh hot included, fresh annual. $320,000 Leave a message at 918-261-5990 and I will return the call.
1992 S2R-T34 DC TT 7200 hrs., PT6A-41 TT 7200 hrs., 2200 SMOH, 700 SHSI Prop 0.0 SMOH. Dual cockpit with observer seat, quick start A/C, SATLOC M3, KY196A Comm, Crophawk 7B, Converter, 30,000 Wing Spars installed 900 hrs. ago. Fresh annual. Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
1979 Ayres Thrush - N4010H - SN2527R 13,796 hrs. TT, Goering Conversion Garrett TPE331-6-6-252M, 0-Time Cam (CD Aviation), 500 Gallon Hopper, 1,365 hrs. since Lower Spar Cap Replaced (Gustin), Zee A/C, Cool Seat, Bottom Load Fueling, Transland Stainless Steel Booms, CP11 TT Nozzles, SATLOC Bantam, G4 Screen, L7 Light Bar, Intella-flow Flow Control. See spec sheet for more information. Call Jim 218-289-1999
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
New 2017 Thrush 510P or 510G. All options are available! Call for Pricing! ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET. COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255
1999 510 Thrush, N218PB, PT6A-34AG, Airframe TT: 5847.1 hrs., Engine TT: 5847.1 hrs. SHOT: 245.4 hrs., G4 Satloc with flow control, Aluminum booms, Harbor aircraft air conditioner, Kawak throttle quadrant, MVP-50 digital engine instrument, (Electronics International), Single point fuel, Smoker, VG’s. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1056 to see spec sheet for more details. $345,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
1978 S2R Thrush with 40 Hrs. SMOH on Covington Engine, also new oil cooler and prop governor, 400 Gallon Thrush, TTAF 8815 hrs., SATLOC, M3 Touch Screen, CP-03 stainless nozzles. Bought this aircraft to break in a new pilot fresh out of school and did not work out. Aircraft also comes with a spreader. $115,000 Call Lindsay P. Chandler at Empty Pockets Flying Service 870-623-2312 or 870655-8330
1974 S2RG5/525(Goering Garrett-5 conv.-750 SHP) - 12,624 TT/ 94 since IRAN engine/ 2704 since new 4 blade prop: 525 gal hopper, Simplex pump and electric fan brake, stainless booms, 2” left side load, extended wings, droop tips, aileron servos, vortex generators, 192 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/ strobe/instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., SATLOC M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate with NEW factory lower spar caps, good paint/tires/glass/fabric, NEW Serv Aero Tail MODIFICATION with NEW FABRIC and PAINT! PRICE REDUCED TO $290K OBO. JAS 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www.johnstonaircraft.com
1977 THRUSH SR2, $395,000, 400 Gal with PT6-34 converted to Turbine 350 hours ago by Valley Aircraft. Airframe TT 5086.2, Engine 2800 SIRAN/Light OVH, 350 on Prop SNEW. 4800 hrs remaining on wing spars. MVP-50 Digital Instruments, M3 Satloc with flow control and touch screen, Air Conditioning an Electric Heater. Will be sold with Fresh Annual. Aircraft located in Yuma Arizona, Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
2015 Thrush 510G, 550 hours Total SNEW. Warranty remaining! Loaded with SATLOC Bantam Big screen w/flow control, Hatfield Single Point fuel, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Smoker, Vortex Generators, Leading edge LED lights, LED Strobes/NAV lights, Night working lights/Landing light, Right and left boom shutoffs, Hopper Rinse system, GTR-225 Garmin Com Radio, RCA 2600-3 Artificial Horizon, Reabe Hopper level indicator, *STC Approval for Night Vision Goggles. $840,000! ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255
2000 660 Thrush -65 Pratt, 8600hrs. TTAF, Engine: 0hrs. since fresh hot section - EXTENSIVE WORK DONE TO ENGINE! Prop: 0hrs. since IRAN, Fuel Control Unit: 0hrs. since IRAN, Starter Generator: 0hrs. since over haul, Load hog, fast start, flow control, heat/air, side fuel w/ auto shut off, hopper rinse, no damage history, low component times. Fresh annual & fresh hot. 318-237-7088
1978 S2RT34/400 THRUSH (750 SHP) 8900TT/3843 since O/H, 360 since IRAN and 28 since HSI & FCU O/H/ 512 since O/H propeller with new blades: 400 gallon hopper, factory spray system, Lane fan and electric brake, TJet nozzles, S.S. 10 vane spreader, 2” left side load, extended wings, 192 gal fuel, Cascade pressure cowl, 29” tires, spring steel tailwheel gear with 5.00x5 tire, nav/strobe/instrument/landing and night working lights, air conditioning, smoker, SATLOC LiteStar II GPS, good tires/fabric/glass/paint. Fresh annual. 1200 hours remaining on wing spar caps. $287,500 Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com
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 maint., maximum loads, superior pattern makes the 510 Thrush a profit machine. Thrush Aircraft provide superb visibility, light control forces, and unmatched maneuverability. www.thrushaircraft.com
1973 S2R Serv Aero “Viper” Thrush, Serial No: 1842R, Reg. No.: N5642X, Airframe: 7330 TT (approx.) Engine: R-1820, 720 SMOH in 2005 (2000 TBO), Propeller: Hamilton-Standard 3 blade prop 640 SPOH (2008)(approx.), SATLOC GPS, Air Conditioning, Single Point Refuel, SR 8A Electronics international Engine analyzer, KY 96A Nav/Comm, Panel mounted Boom pressure gauge, HORIZON INSTRUMENTS HI-P1000 Electric Tach, Alcor EGT, Electronics Intl. Smart Scanner, Crophawk, Smoker, 106 Gallon fuel, Aileron servos, Wing root fairings, Serv-Aero Turtle Deck, Spring steel tail wheel, Airwolf oil filter Rotating Beacon, Strobe/Navigation Lights, Installed CK-AG-40 wing spar upgrade per AD in 2007. Initial spar inspection due in 1000 hrs, Total Time remaining on spar is 8400 hours! Exterior: The aircraft top half is painted white which includes the horizontal stabilizer and rudder. The bottom half is yellow and the main wings are also yellow. $89,950 *PRICE REDUCED AGAIN, MAKE OFFER!* All specifications and times are subject to verification upon inspection by the buyer. Call for more details! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
1980 AYRES S2R-T34, $400,000, DC 400 Gal, Air Frame TT5014 Hrs, Engine PT6A-34AG TT 5014, 1813 SMOH, HARTZELL PROP 1772 TSNEW 135 SMOH, VG’S, Wing Extensions, Smoker, SS BOOMS, Strobes, LANES Electric Brake, 5 Blade Adj. Fan, 192 Gal Fuel, Windshield Washer/Wiper, Fabric Tail. Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813 2013 Thrush Aircraft, N762BF G10-177, 630 hrs. TTAF, 630 hrs. TTSN, Engine 630 hrs. since Cam, Prop 630 hrs., MVP 50, A/C, Guia GPS with Flow Control, AgNav, VHF Radio, Transponder, AFS Check valves, Davidon Triset Nozzle Tips, Lane Fan Clutch, Lane Ground Adjustable Fan, Windshield Wiper, ATS VG’s, Strobes, Aluminum Booms, 3” Side Load Valve, Bottom Load Fuel, $825,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135 or bruceandrews62@gmail.com
1975 S2R Thrush, Totally Renovated, All New Paint – White with New Thrush paint scheme, New Stainless Belly Skins, New Panels, New Zero Time Spars, New 850SHP Extended Engine Mount, PT6A-41 850SHP turbine, New 106” 3 Blade AVIA Prop, New Firewall Forward including the Cascade Pressure Cowl, New LED Landing/Taxi Pulsing light system, New Upper Instrument Panel with Electronics International MVP-50T Glass Panel display, New 525 Gallon, Hopper, Spr ay Sys tem, B ooms and nozzles, Bottom Load Fuel, Heat and Air Conditioning, Air Seat, KAWAK Throttle Quadrant, 192 Gallon Fuel. $525,000 Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 903 Grinnell Rd. Garfield, WA 99130 509-635-1212
The 550 Thrush offers new sturdy hopper and innovative large hopper door to improve access when loading dry chemicals, while providing a 550 gallon capacity. Fuel economy, low acquisition cost and proven performance makes the 550 Thrush a great option for operators. The 550 Thrush offers a choice of power plants, allowing you to tailor the aircraft to meet the demands of your particular operating environment. www.thrushaircraft.com 1997 Thrush S2R G10, 4987TT, 466 SCAM by CD, Turbomaxx Crossover duct, SATLOC Bantam w/flow control, A/C, smoker, REABE hopper quantity gauge, AMSAFE Airbag seatbelts. $485,000. Contact Kyle Scott 970-867-8414 Order your 510 Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your Radial Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your Thrush 660 or Dual Cockpit Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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1980 Ayres S2R-T34DC, 14961 TT, 3700 hrs. left on spars, PT6-34AG 4687 SIRAN, 7485 TT prop, 1025 SIRAN, Dual cockpit w/out controls, SATLOC M3 w/ flow control, Kawak control quadrant, Electric fan brake, Variable rate dry, Dual load valves, Dual single pt fuel, Zee A/C, Load Hawg and CP-11’s. $350,000 Call 318-724-6880
1997 Weatherly 620B, *PRICE DRASTICALLY REDUCED & SELLER IS VERY MOTIVATED* 3333 TTAF, 718 SMOH by Tulsa Engine, 718 since prop, SATLOC, Always hangared, One owner, Fresh annual, Nice airplane! Call Gary or Kevin 785-626-3344 Order your Weatherly Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace. com
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Bell 47 grass or cover crop seeder, STC’d Simplex, Model 91610, also 47G2 Model 1300 toe mount swingback boom spray system. For more photos call 509-4292217 or email Lockwood@communitynet. org
Simplex 5200 Spray System for Hughes 300 in excellent condition! $7,500 Call Art Sloan at A&E Accessory at 541-459-4389
1972 OH-58A Garlick conversion, 5700TT, one civilian owner, wire cutters, never sprayed, good component times, very good condition and appearance, Bell service center maintained for many years, needs straps. $330,000 OBO 317281-8946
2003 Glasair Super II-S RG With Lycoming IO 360 B1E, Propeller: Hartzell HC-FZYR1F, Tach 307.7, Airframe 307.7, Vision Microsystems Inc. VM 1000 Engine Management System, Vision Microsystems Inc. Chronometer, Vision Microsystems Inc. Air Temperature, Vision Microsystems Inc. Fuel Level Monitoring System, GNC 250 GPS Com, Garmin 496, ZAON XRX Collision Avoidance System, Amera King AK-451 406 MHZ ELT. Call Chip or Joy at 800-736-7654 for more information on this aircraft. Turbo Prop Ag Planes - Take advantage of our biggest inventory of Turbo prop ag planes. Special buys and trades welcome. PT6, Garrett, GE even Walters. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 Order your The AgOp Collage Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your In-Formation Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com Order your Stearman Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Dispersal Equip. Used 10” Hydraulic Gate for sale. Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870857-3744 for pricing and details
Bell 47 Tomcat MK6C , 175 hrs out of 120 0, T/r b l ad e s 175 h r s si n ce new, M/r blades 3500 hrs remaining, Hydraulic spray system, AgNav Guia GPS installed, Dry system included, Trailer available. Call 870 -886-1999 or 870-926-9313 Order your Bell 206 Helicopter Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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Explore the History of Agricultural Aviation National Agricultural Aviation Museum Monday-Saturday 9a-5p 800-844-TOUR
B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights. Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered sprayer. Start your own aircraft company or expand your line. Call for details. Airplane Services Inc. 850-675-1252, 850-380-7268, 850380-6091.
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Rotary nozzle set for sale. Great condition! Only used 3 months. Versatile with any boom. Lost spraying contract and need to sale. Call Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 SUPERBOOMS, Thrush Servos; Maintenance on Ag & G.A. Aircraft Including Heavy Structural Repairs; Robinson Helicopter Service Center; Machining, Fabricating & Sheet Metal Gurus; Tri-State Aviation, ND 800-642-5777 or tsa@tristateaviation.com www.tri-stateaviation. com Tri-Set Hydraulic Nozzle-Three Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available. Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com TRANSLAND PARTS AND EQUIPMENT - WE ARE A TRANSLAND DISTRIBUTOR AND HAVE BEEN HELPING AG OPERATORS WITH THEIR NEEDS FOR 60 PLUS YE AR S! C ALL AND LET OUR VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE HELP YOU!!! EXCELLENT PRICES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SERVICE. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794/ parts@ johnstonaircraft.com, fax 559-686-9360 or www.johnstonaircraft.com. Ask for our catalog. CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 - FAX: 438344
CP NOZZLES and CHECK VALVES - THE DRIFT FIGHTERS! - We carry a VERY LARGE INVENTORY and we have KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE! Improve your spray pattern and CUT DOWN ON YOUR HEADACHES! Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559- 686 -9360, e-mail: par ts@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com Transland 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,900; Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Custom Boom Systems–Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock and ready to ship today! Call 1-800-4375319 Sky Tractor LLC Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc. In business for over 30 years. New 7 1/2” gate spreaders. Call for more information. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” standard throat and high volume. We do repairs on all models, including Transland and Swathmaster. 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232
Newberg Electrostatic Spraying LLC is the exclusive distributor for Spectrum Electrostatic Spray Systems. Do more acres with better performance. Call Ed Newberg 320-848-2745. Serving northern US and Canada. Now STC’d for all 400 and 500 series Air Tractors.
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Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. Email gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call Monticello at 270-305-2749
Pen & Ink Drawings By Richard C. DeSpain
New Gate Keeper technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, easy calibration, and accurate distribution. TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the market- Applies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately. Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-8379428 TurbineConversions.com Rotary atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spectrum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance. Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 www.davidononline.com
Engine Dromader USA LLC Factory NEW and Overhauled engines ASz62IR for the Dromader M18, AN2, and Otter. All engines come with Factory warranty and Accessories. Zero time overhauls in stock. Call Jeff at 317-579-6666 ext. 18 or jhammer@bycan-selen.net PT6A-15AG, Approximately 4000 hrs TT, Fresh Hot Section, 0 time since IRAN on Gear Box. Great cycle times remaining! $170,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695
Dry Loading a Thrush has them! Limited Editions Signed & Numbered 1/100 $60.00 each, plus S&H To Order Call 478-987-2250 or Fax to 478-987-1836 View Online at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com
Postage & Handling $10.00 U.S. and Western Hemisphere. All other countries vary. U.S. money order or check on U.S. bank,Visa or Mastercard accepted.
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2015 AT502B-3024 -34AG 300 Hrs TT A & E. 170 gal fuel, cabin heat, electric brake & fan, 3” bottom load, SS camlocs, Satloc Bantam, G4 screen, Intelliflow, RCA attitude gyro. Extended P & W warranty. $745,000.00 (no trades) 1999 AT-802A-0089 N804DG -67AG 7910 Hrs. T.T. , New spar caps and landing gear. Factory refurbished, new panels, skins, paint and much more at Air Tractor. Refurbished hoppers, Kawak hyd. Spray system, Satloc M3, Wingman, Auto-Cal, 254 gal. fuel, 2913 Hrs. since IRAN by NorthStar Turbine, 95 Hrs. since H.S.I. by Prime Turbine, new style FCU, 0 Hrs. since prop O/H, new annual at sale $625,000
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PT6A-60AG, 6500 hours TT, Fresh Hot Section, O/H Fuel Control Unit, O/H Bleed Valve, O/H Starter Generator. $295,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695
Starter Generator, part #23046-28 for a PT6 engine. OHC by S&T. $4,900 PRICE REDUCED! For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
Lycoming 540 Narrow Deck Crankcase repaired and certified. Good thickness! For a PA25 235 or 250 $2,800 Call Sandy Ullrich at 918-245-6092
Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-34 TSO 0. For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com
Blue Diamond Turbine Services TPE331 EnginesTPE331-10-511M, “0” SMOH $225K USD; TPE331-10UA-511G, 7000 TBO, TSO-3920, TSHSI-624, TSGBI624, $145K USD; TPE331-10UA-511G, 7000 TBO, TSO-4303.6, TSHSI-989.4, TSGBI-989.4, $135K USD; TPE331-1151G, S/N: P-91081C, TSO -2869.7, TSHSI-624, $42.5K; TPE331-1-151G, S/N: P-92091C, TSO-3046.7, TSHI-946.7, $42.5K; TPE331-1-201A, TSO-3500, TSHS-1700, TSGBI-209, $29K USD; Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1174 to see spec sheet for details. Please contact us at FL/(772) 913-5225 or turbgrp@aol.com Geared 1340 Pratt Low time w/Otter prop, 350 SPOH and new Otter blades by Memphis Propeller, engine overhauled by Tulsa. Includes exhaust, carb, mags, spare carb, spare yellow tag mag & cylinder, FWF off Geared 1340 Thrush. Great for T-6 or Thrush. Removed for turbine conversion. $40K Kirk at 719-688-2224 Super Nice R1340 Ag Cat FWF Installation. Just removed for Turbine Conversion. Running great & dry, 840 SMOH, 520 STOH, Beautiful 12D40AG100-2 w/ 29-SOH. Call for prices AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com FOR SALE PT6A-20, TSN: 9037.8, TSO: 1065.3 This unit comes with 6 month/800 hour workmanship warranty, fresh hot section, and full performance test cell run. All current log books and 8130 certification as a time continued “REPAIRED” engine. $110,000 Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1084 to see spec sheet for details. Contact Jim at 812-877-2587 or 812-249-6417 turbines@turbinesinc.com FOR SALE PT6A-20, TSN: 12705, TSO: 0.00 $145,000 Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1083 to see spec sheet for details. Full Turbines Inc. Warranty and Unlimited Technical Support. Contact Jim at 812-877-2587 or 812-249-6417 turbines@turbinesinc. com
R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 PT6A-34AG, Serial Number: PCE PH0173, TSO: 0.0, CSO: 0, TSN: 4324.0, CSN: 4378, TSHSI: 0.0 See spec sheet for more information or call United Turbine at 305-885-3900 R985-14B, $39,000 PRICE REDUCED! 270-SMOH, 0-SIRAN Convington. For more information contact AmAg: 870886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com 850SHP PT6A-41/42 Thrush FWF kits for sale. New balanced mount/Pressure Cowl included. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com P&W PT6A-20 550SHP Turbine Engine For Sale - Perfect for a Turbine Brave Conversion! 4521 Since overhaul, 0 since extensive hot section inspection and update, has fuel control, fuel pump, primary governor, ignition exciter box and nozzles plus complete logs. *PRICE REDUCED* $55,000 Includes accessories and exhaust stacks. USA FOB Tulare, CA Call 559-686-1794 www.johnstonaircraft.com PT6A-34 Fresh test and long term preservation. TTSN: 16,355.0; TCSN: 21,203; TSO: 3,591.2; CSO: 6,147. Cycle limiter is CT Disc with 4,771 cycles remaining. TSHSI: 826.8 by Dallas Airmotive. Engine is currently stored in Grapevine, Texas in a climate controlled warehouse. Full specs and log package available upon request. Asking $170,000 Contact Chuck Farthing at 720-322-0211 or Wendell Lambert at 214-207-3426 Pratt & Whitney Piston Engines, Parts and Accessories in stock. 0-Time R-985 / R-1340 / R-1830-92 & -94 / R-2000-7M2 / R2800CB engines ready to go. Complete stock of engine parts. We stock complete OHC cylinder assys. Ready to install. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-257-7710 or email info@sunairparts.com
TPE331-1-151A: *PRICE REDUCED* P-92092C, 1521 HSI, Fresh L3-GBI / CB / SBG / PG / Nozzles, RCs 4634-4179-3755, $116K For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: Call for the best pricing on your PT6A Engine Parts & Rotables. Contact sales@aeroturbineparts. com or call (877) 842-5640 Ext. 381. R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington, $66,500.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Pratt & Whitney R-985 For Sale! *FIREWALL FORWARD FOR Ag Cat* Engine has 1068.8 SMOH, Prop has 2078.8 SMOH, Includes all accessories; cowling, engine, prop, logbooks and paperwork. Located in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics. Asking $30,000. Please call 308-3685556 for details United Turbine PT6 Center of Excellence since 1991!! PT6A Overhaul, Repair & Test Capability. Component & Accessory Overhaul, Repair & Test. Part Sales & Purchases. Onsite, P&W correlated test cell. Call 305-885-3900 www.UnitedTurbine.com Wright 1820 Engine and Prop inventory of parts that include Cylinders, Carburetors, Magnetos, Starters, Oil Cooler, and various other parts. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Honeywell TPE331 -1 thru -10 engines and accessories available. Contact David Finley at 972-248-3108 X 213 / dfinley@ turbineair.com or Rick Forbes at 972248-3108 X 302 / rforbes@turbineair. com for details. R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staff. We have engines for sale or exchange. Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www.jsamiami.com. R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805
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.
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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.
PCE 51689 PT6A-34 $280,000 TSO: 0.00 Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1082 to see spec sheet for details. Full Turbines Inc. Warranty and Unlimited Technical Support. Contact Jim at 812-877-2587 or 812-249-6417 turbines@turbinesinc.com R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons, chrome cylinders, new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com
Garrett TPE-331-10-511M , 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718 or 979-533-1720 Day or night Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-27, P-50935, TSO 0, Ready to ship! For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com PT6A-15AG Engines: Need an engine replacement or upgrade for your Ag aircraft? Pratt & Whitney Canada has some 0 TSO PT6A-15AG PT6A-15AG PT6SMART(SM) engines available. Fly with the Eagle. Explore the available options for new and used engines and make your business “PT6SMART (SM)”. Email mike.lee@ pwca.ca or call 450-647-3682. 850SHP PT6-42 Turboprop FWF Power Upgrade for the Air Tractor AT502/502B aircraft. Complete new FWF package ready to bolt on your aircraft. 850SHP continuous up to 106° F OAT. This power upgrade package includes engine, new engine mount, all accessories, MVP-50T glass panel engine analyzer, Cascade Pressure Cowl including the new Par 46 LED pulsing light system and field proven serviceable air filtration system providing superior protection and maximum air availability to the engine. Power up your productivity with this new STC from Cascade Aircraft Conversions. Now scheduling production and receiving deposits. Contact Cascade at 509.635.1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com Pratt & Whitney R-985 & R-1340 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Roberts Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805, Fax: 903-429-6047 or email crs5r@aol.com. Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractors and Thrush Aircraft. Balanced Mount/ Pressure Cowls for Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees. Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to service fuel nozzles & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com. Covington Aircraft - Turbine Engines AvailablePT6A-21 0 TSO; PT6A-135A NEW; PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A-34AG 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-41 3196 TSO; PT6A-41 3511 TSOPT6A-42 2107 TSO; PT6A-42 2066 TSO; PT6A-65AG 314 TSN; PT6A-65AG 5916 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-65AG 3998 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-67AG 2851 TSN. Contact us for New Engine Prices. We are interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition. Contact: David Hamilton at 918-756-7862 or davidh@ covingtonaircraft.com Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders, carburetor, Ag cat spreader call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830625-4138. Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit. To get yours today, call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com
R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805
Finance Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. Air Tractor offers competitive financing options in the U.S. and Canada from Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. Fly now and take seven years to pay, 10 years to amortize and have a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. Other attractive term periods are available, too. These financing options are available on both new and used Air Tractors purchased through Air Tractor dealers. See your Air Tractor dealer today!
GPS Garmin Aera 660 GPS. Includes GA 25 MCX low profile remote antenna and database upgrade certificate. Call 800441-2964 Like new factor y reconditioned DynaFlight-AirAg-Pro system complete with new wiring harness, new GNSS Antenna and new display. Only the processor box is reconditioned, Special Price: $8,900 Call 604-465-0009 SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417 NOW introducing the new VEKTOR MAX GPS - faster, more capability and extremely user friendly. DYNA NAV VEKTOR MAX GPS - NEWEST system on the market with a FANTASTIC PRICE for all of it’s CAPABILITIES! EASY to use, RELIABLE, MUCH FASTER and HIGHER TECH. DYNA NAV FLOW CONTROL SYSTEMS ALSO AVAILABLE - PREMIUM QUALITY at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! JAS - NORTH AMERICAN DEALER Tel 559686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com / web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800-325-0885 Satloc GPS systems in stock, Bantam, G4, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar3. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/ Dealer 2015. Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800-437-5319 Sky Tractor LLC New 8.4” M3 Touchscreens in Stock – $1395 each. Buy as an upgrade, a replacement or for inventory. New Satloc Systems - Bantams, G4s, IntelliFlows and more in stock. From Insero - Call Anthony 480-285-4367
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Satloc G4, M3, and Bantam. Air Repair Inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and service. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com Intelliflow Flow Controls - In stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor LLC 1-800-437-5319
Insurance THE COLE AGENCY, INC.Specializing In: Aerial Applicators, Helicopter Operations, Pleasure & Business, Commercial Aviation, Airports, Life Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots, Health Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots. When it comes to placing aviation insurance, you need to work with an insurance agent who specializes in that field. At the Cole Agency we make sure you receive the best aviation insurance packages, at the most competitive price. At the Cole Agency we don’t just talk aviation, we are pilots as well. When insuring aircraft, picking the right aviation specialist first is important. The limited number of aviation insurance companies will only deal with one agent at a time during the year. You want to make sure that you have a reputable aviation insurance specialist who works with these companies and underwriters every day to represent you, your aircraft and business. Give us a call. Cole Agency Inc. 319 Walnut Street Montezuma, Ga 31063 478-4722010 478-472-8694 fax kevin@thecoleagency.com www.thecoleagency.com INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 64 Years Risk Management, Low-time Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net. HARDY AVIATION INSURANCE, INC. “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do, and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc. is centrally located in Wichita, Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. Randy Hardy established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a dedicated and knowledgeable staff that includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe and Mandi Hill 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 DAVIDSON SOLID ROCK INSURANCE DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com
Miscellaneous Diesel Powered Cotton Gin & Other Heavy Equipment - Looking for English speaking operators in South America that would be interested in a diesel powered cotton gin. Looking to also sell several pieces of heavy equipment to include a saw mill. Any suggestions or inquiries email Carl Chaney at carlcpilot@sbcglobal.net or call 979-219-9351
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Front seat for a Citabria 7 series and a Maule tail wheel, tire size 8x3.00x4 single arm in fair condition with good bearings and race. Both for $175 Call Don at 402841-5144 or email flyagrp@cableone.net
Fly through your mail with our Airplane Letter Opener! $13.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com
Bruce’s Custom Cover for an AT-401, 502 or 602 model - Brand New, Never Used! Asking $350 Call Ward at 402-871-0039 or email wacii@prestox.com
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.
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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 DRP-955 DRIFT RETARDANT PENETRATOR-SPREADER/STICKER-UV Protectant For drift reduction, deposition increase, University tested. Big Gun in the war on Drift! Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229645-3605. www.davidononline.com
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Export Experts Authorized Turbine Brave Conversion • Transland • Covington Engines • Ag Nav • Turbine Conversions • Single Point Fueling
• Agrinautics Pumps & Valves • Wag • Cascade Conversions • TracMap
And So Much More… Frankie Williams - President —frankie@southerfield.com Paul Pearson - Parts & Maintenance —parts@southerfield.com Stephanie Williams - Exports —stephanie@southerfield.com
223 Airport Road, Americus, GA 31709 Phone: 229-924-2813 Toll Free 866-924-2813 Fax: 229-924-4356 www.southerfield.com
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Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s innovative and extremely simple solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com
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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 Keep your drink hot or cold in this insulated 16oz Air Tractor Tervis Tumbler. $14.99 plus S&H Made in the USA, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Vino? They do say ag pilots age like wine. Place your favorite wine in these high quality Rolf wine glasses etched with an ag plane, sold as a Set of 4. $49.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace. com Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. $39.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com Help your little pilot fly high in dream world with these Bi-Plane PJ’s... Assorted sizes available. $34.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. $29.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com
Aviator Backpack and matching coin purse (sold separately). For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdatemarketplace.com DeSpain Collection Customizable Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. $19.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com Toy plastic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com Lot for sale: One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway. Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway. Located in Peach County, Georgia. Public water, septic sewer, paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $25,000 OBO. 478.987.2250
Ops For Sale/Wanted Private airport for sale, 9 parcels 46+ acres Washington State. Off the freeway, 2 hours to Seattle by car, Multiple Hangars, Empty restaurant and 3 mobile homes. $7,000 per month income. Zoned I-502 Cannabis Producer/Processor eligible. $495,000 Jeff 206-842-7200 Established fixed wing aerial application business with good field size and a great customer list with potential for expansion. Diverse area with several different crops to take care of. Will sell with or without aircraft. Must show financial ability before looking through the books. Email inquires to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1175 Established Helicopter Application Business For Sale - Part 135, 133, 137 Certificates. Large customer base, 50 years in business. Owner is ready to retire. Owner will assist new owner/s in transition. Pacific Northwest four state operations. Year round work and many growth opportunities. Offices, aircraft maintenance shop, ground support shop and hangar on private property. Above ground fuel storage and security system. Property is for sale or lease option. Serious inquiries only please. Email blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID# 1164 or fax to 478-352-0025 Ever wanted to start your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane and train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506
Hatfield fire gate for sale. Comes with hydraulic plumbing and quick release 41 inch base. In very good condition with little use. Located in Rosetown SK Canada. For more information and photos call Glenn Funnell at 306-882-3830 or email rosetown@provincialairways.net Dromader USA LLC for all of your Dromader M18 engine and airframe parts. Spark plugs, fuel and air filters, brake pads and more. STC’s for VG’s, remote Mount Oil Filter, MTOW. Call Jeff or Corey at 317579-6666 or dromader@bycan-sellen.net Two used Wingman systems for an AT-802. Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870-857-3744 for pricing and details Smokers/Driftfinders - Minimize your off target drift risk. FAA/PMA’d and STC’d for installation on most Agricultural aircraft. 44 years in business and over 6,200 units in service. For more information Please call Compro Aviation, Inc. 785-899-2294 or visit us on the web at www.comproaviation.com AgCat Frameworks Sale! From factory fixtures, installation ready. Also upgrades (Long fuel, Cool-Seats, Hoppers, Empennage, Wires, Mounts, Spare Parts & Dispersal Components). AgCat Sales & Service since 1971. AmAg: 870-886-2418 or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Piper airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com SB+ & SC+ New H.D. AgriJet Conversions in stock and ON SALE. Installed or FWF Kits. Prices will never be lower!. Call 870-886-2418 or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com Fresh refurbished AT-402 hopper with lid. $7,500 Call 620-285-5609 Prop Tether Kits in stock, ships today. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www. skytractor.com, email@skytractor.com, Fax 701-636-5881 AT-502B wings with new spar. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net We have a set of Wings off of a 2012 Thrush 510P with less than 1000 hours total time on 29,000 hour spars. Available for outright purchase or exchange! Delivery available also! $99,950 Call Tom Ashenfelter at 952-941-6255 for more details! Miscellaneous parts for 802 and others, most brand new: engine mounts, landing gears, 118” propellers, spray kits, Micronair AU5000, pilot and mechanic complete training courses, FTD Level II simulator for AT-802. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope.com PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer REBUILT 29” THRUSH LANDING GEAR IN STOCK & we can REPAIR / REBUILD yours to LIKE NEW STATUS. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email parts@johnstonaircraft.com / www.johnstonaircraft.com
11 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com BRAVE and PAWNEE PARTS-Engines, Props, Spar kits, Fuel cells, Foam kits, Wings, Turbine and 400 CONVERSIONS, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft. com FAA approved STC’d wire cutters for Air Tractors. Storm Cutters are the newest advancement in wire cutter technology (Patent Pending). These cutters mount to the landing gear and have adel clamps positioned along the trailing edge of the gear to secure the brake lines which do away with the standard black zip ties currently used. We now have Storm Cutters in stock and available for Air Tractor models 301-802. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 to order your set, or check us out at www.hersheyflyingservice.com Agrinautics, Root, Crop Hawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 The mid-west Air Tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department. For all your Air Tractor parts needs call 877-715-8476, email farmairparts@ mymctc.net or visit our website www. farmairinc.com Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airpar ts, 800 - 433- 0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com Retrofit Hopper Door for AT502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 EVERYTHING you need for YOUR AircraftPARTS, ENGINE OVERHAULS, REPAIRS/ REBUILDS/MODIFICATIONS-SPECIALIZING in THRUSH and BRAVE! JAS 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com Cessna airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556 Cascade Aircraft Conversions Barrier Filter System for the Soloy Turbine Converted Bell 47/Hiller 12 Helicopters. See decreased TOT by up to 38 degrees C. Pull full torque at lower TOT temps, burn less fuel, extend the life of critical turbine parts. Contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com
Let us help you meet increasingly stringent precision application demands. Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www.kawakaviation.com
Tools for reaming attach bolts Wing Main (Centerwing to Outboard wing) attachment joints for Dromader M-18 per repair service bulletin #e/02.170/2000 Available for rent. Contact Nancy at Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428
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
Dispersal Equipment: Weathaero Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, Flaggers, Nozzles, Transland, Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs, All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net.
HUGE INVENTORY OF BUCKEYE EQUIPMENT AND PARTS. WE SELL NEW COUPLERS AND ADAPTERS PLUS PARTS, and WE REBUILD YOUR COUPLERS/ADAPTERS FOR ABOUT 1/2 OF NEW! Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com
Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com Lockable full swivel tail wheels for Thrush or Ag Cat, 500-5 or 600-6 wheel available all STC approved Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 to order.
Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. For more information call Kawak Aviation Technologies at 541-385-5051 or visit www.kawakaviation.com
Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com.
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
Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Ser vice, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net.
PMA Piper Brave and Weatherly tailsprings in stock. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 Cockpit adjustable flow control kit. Manual control or GPS variable rate ready. Integrates into existing hydraulic systems. More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385-5051 www.kawakaviation.com Large inventory of Air Tractor parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com Cessna Parts - Engines, propellers, and MUCH MORE-AUTHORIZED SERVICE AND PARTS CENTER. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559- 686 -9360, e-mail: par ts@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com Agrinautics, Inc. Best spray pumps, valves, and strainers in the business! For service w/ a smile, call us at 435-586-1200. e-mail:agrinaut@cedarcity.net Thrush parts for sale! Ayres Metal Tail, Overhauled Fuselage Frame, Thrush Landing Gear, Flaps/Thrush, Ailerons/ Thrush, Fabric Tail Complete Heavy Flying Wires, -34 Pratt & Whitney Engine (2 each), Spar Cap Replacement. Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 Agrinautics, Automatic Flagman, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Satloc GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www.skytractor.com, email@skytractor. com, 701-636-5881 (fax)
Boom Clamps-The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com
Propellers Used 5 Blade Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C, 572 hrs since overhaul $25,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091 New and used 3 and 5 blade PT6A propellers. For more information call 309-7594646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 2013 Hartzell propeller NC-B3TN-3 D/T 10282N S+4 with less than 1400 hours total time for sale. Please call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details at 509.635.1212 HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Prop. Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C. Fits AT502A, AT-503, AT-602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG-T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary at 210-924-5561 or email sales@ dixieair.com 2 2 D 4 0 AG 2 0 0 -2 418 - S O H 0 - I R A N $26,500; 22D40 - 6533A12 852-SOH 0-IRAN $23,500; 12D40AG100-2 OHC $23,500; 12D40-6101A12 OHC $23,500; 12D 4 0AG10 0 - 4S 375 -SO H 0 - I R AN $18,500; 2D30AG100-2 OHC $21,500; HC-B3TN-3D/T10282N+4 New...Call for price. HC-B3TN-5M/T10282N+4 New...Call for price. AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX, Sales/Parts since 1971. Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
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Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller Balancing with Chadwick Helmuth engine printout equipment. Jeffries Airworks, Dynamic Balancing, Vibration Analysis. Much more than just a balance. Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location. Hamilton Standard, 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533A Blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 3 D 40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805
Service 1 Vision Aviation-Repair station centrally located in Sioux City, IA. From ramp rash to crash damage we can help you. Our highly motivated team has experience in frame, stringer, skin, spar repair or replacement, corrosion removal and repair and composite repair to ensure all of your structural needs are met. 912-899-1997 Southeastern Aircraft Sales and Service. Late model aircraft sold by Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service will have a New Annual Inspection, Fresh Hot Section Inspection and a 100 HOUR OR 90 DAY WARRANTY. Now That’s Peace Of Mind! Call Now 1-800-441-2964 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
Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 FAA repair station for all ag equipment. Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800325-0885 PBA Aviation - We buy & sell aircrafts and parts in Brazil and the USA. Importation & exportation worldwide trading. For more information contact us at + 5551 3724 4002, + 5551 9999 61597, pba@aviacaoagricola.com.br or visit out website at www.pbaaviation.com.bt *We speak English, Spanish and Portuguese*
Start to finish AG PILOT TRAINING utilizing AgCat Gr164A Dual, Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit & PA-25 Single for Solo/Dump/Spray. Citabria for Private all in Tailwheel, Tailwheel Proficiency, and UpSet/Spin Recovery and Ag Biennial. Satloc and TracMap GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137. See videos at: www. eaglevistas.com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772285-5506
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Cascade Conversion for Thrush and Air Tractor. Fuel Saving, Cooler running, more power available. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 AgCat parts and service center. World wide parts and service for any model of AgCat. Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556
Training Riggin Flight Service, flight school offering private, commercial, instrument, Ag, multi-engine, tailwheel, etc. We tailor our courses to meet your needs. www. RigginFlightService.com (605)256-9774. Training center for mechanics and pilots, fully certified under EASA. Flight simulator FTD Level 2 also certified and available for type training on land and amphibious AT-802, as well as operational fire fighting training. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope.com
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 2008 Chevrolet C5500 Auger Truck with a new Ballard Manufacturing black steel auger system installed. Call 318-728-2900 for details. 1995 Ford F-800, automatic, diesel, new auger system with scales Call 870-9318485 Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133, Cell: 870-919-2317 or visit http://www.augerdanllc.com
Wanted to Buy A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: PT6A Engines Wanted for Purchase. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381
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EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal.net
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Level I or II pilot position open do to retirement. Please email resume and references to beryl@westernpilot.com or call 602432-6318. IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870295-6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience. Single Engine Air Tanker Pilot Position available to OAS/DOI carded Level 1 or Level 2 pilot. Guaranteed salary offered flying 2016 AT-802F with state of the art equipment package. 2017 Season and beyond. Send resume and references to lukeboedeker@yahoo.com or call 940937-8454 for more information. AG PILOT INSTRUCTORS WANTED: Have a little time before the season starts? We are looking for Ag Pilot Instructors (Fixed Wing-CFI’s with Minimum 3 years Ag Experience) willing to teach the next generation of Ag Pilots how to be safe Ag Pilots and give back to the industry! Train to Ag Pilot Minimum standards established by us. Above average pay for above average instructors. Flexible training schedule. We ask for two week commitments at a time. Plan for the Fall and Winter also! Send resume to: bevsons@ gmail.com or call 772-285-5506 Professional Air Tractor Turbine Pilots and Mechanics wanted for Midwest Operation. Long term experienced turbine pilots for late model Air Tractor 502 and 802 fleet. Turbine time, time in type and Satloc experience required. Growth opportunities and work increases have allowed us to add additional aircraft for 2017. Work is mostly fungicide, insecticide work in row crops, dry work would consist of cover crops and urea. Our season runs May- September season. Shorter season might be discussed. Also in need of additional mechanics to support a large turbine fleet. Please email resume with work history to agpilotseat@ gmail.com or blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: Midwest Turbine Ag Pilot and Mechanic or fax to 478-352-0025 Pilots Wanted! Aerial application company looking for summer pilots. Build your tail wheel time towing banners, active banner towing. Free housing & training. Call Bob Bunting at Ocean Aerial Ads 410-251-6224 Helicopter instructor pilot needed. Please send resume and references to blindads@ agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1142 or fax to 478-352-0025 E xperienced helicopter spray pilot needed. Please send resume and references to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1088 or fax to 478-352-0025
Commercial Pilot looking for entry level position. 1150 total time, 500 tailwheel. Also have a CDL Class A hazmat with tanker endorsement. Recent graduate of Eagle Vistas Ag flight school. Currently in Columbus, Ohio and willing to relocate. Phone 614-425-2667 Email wilson. adam2@gmail.com
AG AIR AIRCRAFT, INC. located at the Corning Municipal Airport in Corning, AR is looking for A&P and A&P IA Mechanics. Must have the following: Air Tractor experience, PT6A experience and 3 references. Contact Aaron Keahey at 870-857-3755. Email resumes to aaron-agairaircraft@ outlook.com
Looking for 2017 Seat, 9304 TT, 7680 Ag Time, 136 Turbine Time. Round, Flat or Turbine. Resume available upon request. Call Cory at 507-456-6906 or email coryb70@hotmail.com
Canadian Turbine Pilot Wanted - Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd, based in Taber, AB is a proactive organization with over 64 years of service, requires 2 Professional Agriculture Aerial Applicators to fly our Air Tractors 502/802. Job Duties, Certifications Required and Salary can all be found at http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/details.php?id=621. E-mail resume including references to info@ kinniburghspray.com. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd. Taber Airport Box 4361 Taber, Alberta, Canada T1G 2C8 Phone: 403-223-8245 Fax: 403-223-1314
Help Wanted PT6 Mechanic needed for aircraft engine overhaul shop. A&P license not required. Pay based on experience. Send resume and references to blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#1072 or fax to 478-3520025
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