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the Envelope Pilot safety – power line warning Ag-Nav’s new feature

NZ agricultural pilot’s memorial roll Compilation of New Zealand ag pilots

First maintenance training class for the 510G Technicians from Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina and Uruguay attend class

GE Aviation names Sokol JSC as an authorized service center Russian Federation signs agreement with GE Aviation

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22 26 The FAA safety team 27 Pilot safety –power line warning

Transland - redefining ag-aviation dispersal equipment Bringing the very best and innovative dispersal equipment

Don’t become a statistic!

Ag-Nav’s new feature

First maintenance training class for the 510G

GE Aviation names Sokol JSC as an authorized service center

Technicinans from Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina and Urguay

Russian Federation signs agreement with GE Aviation

A special section devoted to aerial firefighting and forestry

F-11 From the S.E.A.T. F-12 Pushing the envelope F-16 Safety for aerial firefighters

5 Calendar of Events 7 From the Cockpit 7 AgAir Mail

19 Hands-on Flying 34 The Hopper 36 Classifieds

One the cover: The “cockpit” of the AT-802 firefighting simulator. On this page: An attempt to become airborne in the Sikorsky Skycrane.

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August 15-17, 2012 Congreso Mercosur and Latinoamericano de Aviación Agrícola Bolsa de Cereales de Rosario Pcia. de Santa Fe, Argentina Contact: Sr. Guillermo Forchino-Director Ejecutivo FeArCa administracion@fearca.com October 12-14, 2012 NAAA Fall Board Meeting Louisville, KY Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org October 16-17, 2012 MiAAA Conference & PAASS University Quality Inn & Conference Center East Lansing, MI Polly McKillop 248-760-0732 miagaviation@yahoo.com October 22-24, 2012 KsAAA Annual Convention Hilton Garden Inn Manhattan, KS Angie Banz 316-617-5680 kaaa@ksagaviation.org November 4-6, 2012 PNW AAA Convention Coeur D’Alene Resort Coeur D’Alene, ID info@pnwaaa.org November 6-8, 2012 Mid State Ag Aviation Conference Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf, IA Don Younglove 815-538-7717 rrfightservice@yahoo.com www.agaviation.com

November 6-8, 2012 CoAAA Annual Convention & Trade Show Crowne Plaza Hotel Colorado Springs, CO Dolle M. Lehrkamp 719-768-3367 dolle@coagav.org www.coagav.org November 12-14, 2012 CaAAA 63rd Annual Convention Hyatt Regency Monterey, CA Tel: 916-645-9747 Fax: 916-645-9749 www.caa.net December 3-6, 2012 NAAA Annual Convention & Exposition Weston Hotel Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Savannah, GA Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org January 13-15, 2013 ArAAA 51st Annual Convention Wyndham Riverfront Hotel North Little Rock, AR Ron Harrod 501-376-3233 rharrod@scbglobal.net January 14, 2013 AzAAA PAASS program Custom Farm Service Casa Granda, AZ 602-258-9234 February 16-18, 2013 NAAA Spring Board Meeting Hilton Alexandria Old Town Alexandria, VA Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org

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agair mail medical Being an old flat engine pilot who has little interest in needle nose aircraft and funds are short, I still appreciate receiving the email edition of AgAir Update. Therefore, I have changed my address to: larry.fiese@ yahoo.com. I lost my medical a couple of years ago, thought I was done flying, sold my Pawnee and ended up getting another limited medical. A good Pawnee cannot be found, but I had kept my father’s Super Cub, which is being rebuilt to continue the tradition. Larry Fiese Gothenburg, NE

Hello Larry; Sure glad you got the medical thing worked out. You are right, not many good Pawnees left. Although, they did “pay” for many larger aircraft. I once had a Super Cub (150 hp) with a 90-gallon belly tank. I put a farmer in the back, can’t remember how much I put in the tank, but believe me, it was too much and no good way to lighten the load! Sprayed out the load and was glad to get back on the ground. If you find a few extra dollars, sure would appreciate your print subscription. You are missing a lot with just the eEdition.—Bill

back pain Bill just came from my physical therapist and thought, “How to relive back pain, elbow and legs, etc.” (without Jack Daniels) might be a good article for AgAir Update. I presume I’m not the only one who has some pain related with sitting in the plane all day with the stress and so on. If you’ve done, one please pass on this suggestion to NAAA, if they haven’t. Just getting going up here, thanks Jim “Kaz” Kazmierczak Lodi, WI Hello Kaz; Good to hear things are starting to get going up there in the cold North. Are you suggesting that I pretend to be a doctor and write these articles? I agree, probably many ag-pilots suffer from chronic back and other pains. I even had the endoscopic-style back surgery that was a complete success with less than a weekend down time. However, I wouldn’t know where to start recruiting a doctor to write about all this.— Bill

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Mike and I will be attending the NAAA convention in Savannah in December. Mike would love to get his float plane rating and, since you live in the area, he was wondering if you knew of any reputable instructors. Also, is the weather in December historically suitable for lining up float plane training? Thank you for any help you can give us. Colleen Campbell Campbell Aviation, INC Dutton, MT Hello Colleen; I don’t know of any float plane ops near Savannah, much less a school. Whenever I hear of anyone discussing float plane training, I believe they are referring to somewhere in central Florida and/or Houston, Texas (DW Hooks Airport). Wish I could have been of more help.— Bill

Internation Crop Duster’s Day Just to note that International Crop Duster’s Day is May 27th, to recognize and offer respect to all the young and old crop duster pilots who have committed their skills, knowledge and professionalism to the aerial agricultural applicator profession. It is a day to give a pat-on-the-back to these pilots, and a moment of silence to those who gave their lives. International Crop Duster’s Day Society, 2811 Hwy 573, Anahuac, Texas 77514 oldduster@aol.com Bobby J. WheatFounder. New members are welcome. How about an article on those guys behind the scene, the A&P mechanics that keep those P&W and all the other name brand engines tuned to perfection. I‘ve hung my faith on those guys’ abilities many an hour. Thanks Bill and keep the ink flowing. Bob “Old Duster” Wheat Anahuac, TX Hello Bob; Hope all is well with you. All good here. Yes, I am aware May 27th is ‘International Crop Duster’s Day”. We put a notice in the May edition of AAU, on our Facebook page and our eEditions, worldwide. It is always interesting to read the responses you get, please be sure to forward any. As for the maintenance guys, I totally agree. I’ll keep your suggestion in mind and hopefully I will be able to get something done. One consideration is space. For a technical article to be of any real value, it takes a significant amount of space in the publication. So, the article has to be directed more to awareness than the nittygritty nuts and bolts (no pun intended) of the article.—Bill

mosquito Thanks for the heads-up on the mosquito article in the Laramie Boomerang. I hadn’t seen it yet but I knew it was coming to a head. Expect more of the same as I have backed out of a couple more projects that I have done for years. Finally, the public will have to face the consequences of the NPDES. Stay tuned, could be a wild ride. Dean McClain Torrington, WY I agree. I think your experience is just more to come. If we have to have this, then my hope is it will be snarled up and the howl from the public will be so loud, a “new” EPA will fix it. —Bill P.S. - FYI- for about 15 years I sprayed mosquitoes, both larvacide and adulticides for Kings Bay Naval Submarine base. It was a hoot. —Bill

airplane The dragon fly’s are getting huge here in Arkansas this year. A guy snapped this photo yesterday while I was fertilizing corn. The bug had perfect timing. Kenny Crider Swifton, AR Kenny, I think I saw a mosquito or two like that this past weekend here in Georgia... —Bill

I am looking for used agricultural airplanes in Central Florida. Do you have a company you can recommend? Thank you, Silas Brazil Ola Silas; Your best option is monitoring AgAir Update’s classified section at agairupdate.com. It is the latest information worldwide and is updated daily. Personally, I do not know of any aircraft, but I don’t keep up with them, either. I hope this helps and maybe I will meet you during one of my travels to Brazil this year.—Bill

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Well, I am back to Hannibal, Missouri now...Man, it’s been chilly...made me break my rule about not wearing jeans. Anyway, I thought about what you said about the company in North Dakota about UAVs for ag. I am interested in this and would like to talk to them. As a crop duster with UAV experience, I would like to get the ball moving, talk to them and see if we can get something going. I feel there is a need and many farmers would like to see pictures of their fields during the season. I don’t see this so much as variable rate GIS-type data for applications. I believe instead farmers want to see their fields after a storm, or a hail storm, or cold weather damage. I believe this service belongs in the hands of Part 137 operators as an added business....whether it’s on the application airplane or on a UAV. Other than that...wore out...tired and I haven’t even really started the hard spraying yet. Hope this finds you, Sandy and your family well. Jason Blanke Jay’s Flying Service LLC hopes they equal Puerto Rico. Obviously, knowing someone like Hannibal Airport yourself at the destination makes the trip a success. Hannibal, MO I am copying a very dear and longtime friend, Cindy SchreiberBeck, with your email. She is working with the UAV people in North Hello Jason; Dakota and comes from an ag-aviation background. I am sure she Good to hear from you. I was just yesterday organizing my photos will contact you, if not, let me know and I will follow up. and looking at the ones I took in Puerto Rico while visiting you. Stay warm and safe this year. Remember, you are on a mission Sandy and I vowed to make similar business trips each year with of rice spraying/fertilizing in PR! —Bill

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Spinning an AT-802? The 2012 fire season is now in full swing for the south and southwest regions. It is hoped that it will not be nearly as intense as last year’s season. The National Weather Service has declared the La Niña weather pattern over and the drought conditions that plagued the region are slowly waning. Western regions have experienced a wet winter adding to already a heavy fuel load, setting the stage for a past due active season. Many government fire agencies are feeling the economic pinch brought on by the sluggish economy. Funds for prevention and suppression are tight. With aerial firefighting assets being the most expensive tool in the box, they could be used much more conservatively. Agencies that in the past have pre-positioned aircraft in fire prone areas now will be calling in assets after a fire has started and releasing those assets after the fire is out. The Texas Forest Service, for instance, has already stated it will employ those tactics in 2012. That state agency still owes over one-hundred sixty million dollars from suppression of fires in years past. In this issue of AirFire & Forestry, you will read an article about my recent attendance to the SEAT academy in Sacramento, California. The AT-802 simulators there are a great training tool. I had reservations before I went, but they

were squashed as I went through the program. Where else can you intentionally spin a fully loaded AT-802 and live to tell about it. I look for the program to only improve with time. The National Heavy Airtanker fleet is now down to only ten aircraft. One of the P2-Vs was found to have a crack in its wing spar and repairs are just not financially practical considering the limited life of the aircraft. There will be a real tug-of-war for these assets as the season heats up. On a recent fire in West Texas, six of them were used for several days. That’s sixty percent of the fleet on one fire incident! The fire mentioned above was the Livermore Ranch Complex. It was a real threat to a resort community high in the Davis Mountains. At its apex, there were six heavies, six SEATs and two helicopters working it. I have never before experienced such a smooth flow of aircraft in the fire traffic area. The Air Attacks and Lead Plane pilots are to be commended. It was a real pleasure to work with these professionals.

I hope everyone has a safe and profitable season. Remember to always leave yourself an out and I hope to see you in the mountains one day.

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By Marc Mullis

As I lined up on runway 34 at the McCall, Idaho airport, I mentally went through the flightplan for the upcoming mission. The Air Tractor AT-802 I was piloting was loaded to its maximum gross weight of 16,000 pounds. I would make a left downwind departure after takeoff and climb to what I thought was a safe altitude for a series of stalls. The airspace chosen for the maneuvers was over a relatively flat area in the otherwise mountainous terrain. The first stalls would be rather simple and progress into more complex entries. After clearing the airspace I set up for the first in a series of stalls which would be wings level and power off. The aircraft gave plenty of warning as it approached the break, the stick trembled and the nose nodded at the horizon. As the stall became fully developed I unloaded the wing, kept the wings level with the rudder

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and slowly advanced the power lever for an altitude loss of about six-hundred feet. I progressed into stalls out of turns which produced a more pronounced break and a greater loss of altitude, but they were still very manageable. My last maneuver would be a full-power stall out of a forty-five degree right bank. There was little or no warning as the right wing snapped over the top and I suddenly found myself in an ever tightening spin with the ground rushing up at me. I reduced the power, applied right rudder,

forward stick and waited. The aircraft impacted the ground just as the rotation stopped. I leaned back in the seat and asked the simulator operator for a reset and was instantly back on the runway at McCall, ready for another flight. Actually, I was not at McCall. The flight simulator I was in only showed me to be there. In reality, I was at McClellan Airpark in Sacramento, California. McClellen is a sprawling ex-United States Air Force Base that has been retired and turned over for civilian and government use. After it changed hands, the United States Forest Service built a huge training facility there for the education of wildland firefighters. One part of the complex contains the flight simulator room. The floor space within contains numerous non-motion simulators which represent heavy air tankers, lead-planes, helicopters and recently added single-engine air tankers.

All can be linked together both visually and audibly. All the action can be projected onto a big screen monitor in the class room area. I was there in early March to attend the National Single Engine Air Tanker Academy. The Department of Interior contract we operate under requires all carded pilots to attend the training program at least every thirty-six months. In the past, the Bureau of Land Management, which administers the contract, conducted the Academy in Safford, Arizona utilizing actual aircraft on simulated missions. Budget restraints and liability led the BLM to purchase two AT-802 simulators to be infused into the up and running system at McClellen. This is the second year the units have been operational.

Getting quality instruction in the AT-802 simulator.

The Academy is limited to eight participants per class. The class is then divided into two flights. The flights alternate between time in the classroom and the simulators. The instructors are top of the line individuals pulled from throughout the aerial firefighting world. The structure allows a lot of one on one interaction between participant and instructor. The small classes also let the program be customized for new or experienced pilots. Pilots new to the program will spend the classroom time learning the basics of all aspects of aerial firefighting while battle hardened pilots can concentrate on more advanced subjects. At the end of each day, the two flights are brought together for a de-brief and sharing of thoughts. Day one of the three-day program is spent in orientation in the simulator room. It starts with the National Lead Plane Program Manager, Rusty Warbis, giving a demonstration in the AT-802 on what our first mission should look like. I wish I had paid closer attention to Rustyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demo because the tips he gave would prove to be pretty handy on later operational missions. Participants are then urged to spend time and get used to any simulators they should choose. This period would lead to my stall-spin accident mentioned earlier. The simulators are very similar in performance to their respective aircraft as are the location of controls and radio panels. They are however not designed to teach one how to actually fly the aircraft but how to perform procedures. After becoming comfortable in the AT-802, I moved into the lead-plane/ King Air sim and it was amazingly realistic. The wrap-around monitors lend a real sense of motion as some of the pilots claimed a hint of airsickness. I finished the day in the Sikorsky Skycrane. With a little coaching from Rusty, I was actually able to take-off in the loaded helicopter, drop a load on a fire and return for a safe, if not smooth, landing. Day two arrives and the game is on. We are handed a dispatch form just as if we are at the tanker base. As two pilots of the flight fly the mission the other two observe the action. The first mission is an initial attack where the air attack has not yet arrived. We were asked to give dispatch a size-up on the fire and determine where we thought our load of retardant would do the most good. After the mission we are critiqued on our procedures and decisions. With the simulator, one does not have to return to the base to get more retardant so multiple drops could be made in a short period of time. Each thirty-minute session in the machine seemed like hours of actual mission time. Every successive mission became more and more complex as more aircraft and ground equipment

The simulator â&#x20AC;&#x153;cockpitâ&#x20AC;? of the King Air lead plane.

Simulator graphics for retardant lines on two different fires.

The National Forest Service Aerial Firefighting Simulator complex in Sacramento, CA.

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were added to the mix. With more complexity came more procedures and again after each flight we were critiqued on our performance. By day three all of the participants had become quite comfortable with the nuances of the simulators and that was a good thing, as it would be an action packed day. We would be flying out of Jackson, Wyoming and the extreme terrain and addition of a lead plane would require everyone to be at the top of their game. Numerous aircraft filled the animated sky as we launched on a fire located in an urban interface area. Close attention had to be paid to spacing as multiple aircraft got in line to drop retardant or water in the target area. The radios were alive with chatter and it took concentration to filter out calls meant for your aircraft. I think that all participants may have pushed the edge a little because they knew the reset button was near and handy. At the end of the day there had been several accidents and close calls but because they happened in the simulators they were all incidents we could learn from on the spot. All simulations are recorded and can be replayed

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He went on to mention his ultimate goal. “I want to give the audience a good story, a good solid family film that highlights American agriculture and food production. I’m filming here, away from the toxicity of L.A. where it is image over substance, where everything is superficial. This is the movie I want to make and this is the place to do it, where I can focus on the kind of family values that is predominant in agricultural communities like Colusa.” As an industry, we need to keep in mind this is a movie about family drama, romance and conflict resolution. It is not a documentary about ag aviation. There will always be a line between producing a dramatic film and recording the reality of an industry. Ag aviation serves as the back drop and part of the vehicle that carries the story forward. However it is not the primary focus of the film. There are some “sensational maneuvers” planned and I know I am not the only one to caution Norm on the use of shots too far out from the realm

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construction; from quick turn arounds in the loading area to precision flying. Perhaps the movie “Colusa” represents an opportunity for the industry to cooperate with a film maker in order to produce a mutually beneficial product. The time could be right for ag aviation to hit the silver screen in a positive

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“Humans have two periods during the 24 hours where they are sleepiest: 0300 and 1500. These are also the times when fatal motor vehicle accidents occur the most. Most ag operators are not flying at 0300, and 1500 is usually the heat of the day. So take a nap for 20-40 minutes around 1500 and then take one or two cups of brewed coffee.” Remember to get a good night’s sleep too. Drink Plenty of Water: Dehydration sets in quickly when the heat index rises and can lead to more severe heat-related illnesses. Keep yourself and your crew hydrated by providing plenty of fresh water to replace what gets lost during the day through perspiration, urination and respiration. Early symptoms of mild dehydration are headaches, chronic pains in joints and muscles, lower back pain and constipation. Urine with a strong odor along with a yellow or amber color indicates the need for more water. Thirst is the most obvious sign, but people typically don’t realize they are thirsty until well after the shortage of water occurs. Rehydrating is another reason to take frequent breaks. Establish Personal Minimums: NAAA encourages each pilot to establish personal minimums and make them hard and fast rules to live by. In your desire to get the job completed quickly and still do a good job for your customer, it can be very easy to justify an action “just

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Ferry Above 500 AGL: When ferrying, remember the PAASS safety phrase “Ferry Above Five and Stay Alive” to keep yourself above power lines, unmarked towers and other ag aircraft conducting spray operations. Another important consideration in many parts of the country is ferrying at or above 500 feet is required by FAA regulations. Flying at a higher altitude has the additional advantage of allowing more reaction time in the case of an aircraft or engine malfunction. Check Temporary Flight Restrictions: As the presidential campaign kicks into high gear, so too will the number of VIP Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs). The aviation industry already has seen a marked increase in the number of VIP TFRs published this year. Checking TFRs before you fly is always important, but you should be even more vigilant about checking VIP TFRs until the elections are over. A list of current TFRs are available on AgAir Update’s website, www. agairupdate.com/tfr.php ly 1 ive Ju t c e ff rates E rship e b m e Fly Safe! These are new m nto effect. i o g ately but a few of the safety roxim p p a reminders NAAREF in by Save you jo ! f i % 10 sends to operators and 012 e 30, 2 n u J pilots through ongoing Fly Safe alerts. In the interest of safety and the benefit of all, Fly Safe messages are shared with NAAA members and nonmembers—specifically, all operators and pilots with a valid email address on file with NAAA. A fax option is also available. These important safety alerts are sent every other Monday in April, May, June and August and every Monday in July, which historically has been the peak month for ag accidents. Additional safety reminders are issued whenever aviation activity warrants them.

is not. Funding for NAAREF services and programs, such as PAASS, the Fly Safe campaign and Operation S.A.F.E., comes from NAAA and other donors willing to invest in the future of agricultural aviation. We invite you to join the cause of preserving and protecting the aerial application industry, your livelihood and your life by joining NAAA. If you aren’t an NAAA member already, this is a great time to join. You’ll save an average of 10% if you sign up by June 30, before NAAA’s new dues structure goes into effect July 1. Call 202-546-5722 or visit www.agaviation. org/content/membership to join or learn more about NAAA membership.

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Question: In 2004, I had an exercise EKG for a UK Civil Aviation Authority first-class medical and an anomaly was found with the reading. I went to our local hospital for a follow-up examination and was found to have a narrowing of my left descending atrium. A stent was installed in 2004 and I now take one 2.5 mg Bisoprolol tablet per day. I had no indications of any heart problem before, and I have had none since. I have also recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and am taking one 500mg Metformin tablet per day.

I haven’t flown since 2004 and I wish to renew my second- or third-class medical, in order to exercise privileges as a flight instructor. Is this possible?

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Question: I am a 49-year-old male single engine VFR pilot who recently just purchased a Skyhawk for our small flying club. At the age of 43, I had a minor heart attack that required two stents. I fly now with a special issuance that must be updated annually, but I’d also like to teach. My health is excellent according to my cardiologist, and I exercise and take my medications religiously. Is getting a CFI for me possible?

The regulations—specifically, 14 CFR 67.401— state that an airman must demonstrate that he or she is safe to fly for the time period of the medical certificate. In a special issuance, the airman must provide evaluations or medical tests to demonstrate that to the Federal Air Surgeon, and then re-demonstrate that fact on a recurring basis. Hypothyroidism, or low thyroid levels, can cause effects on the human body that could adversely impact one’s ability to fly safely. This condition can cause weakness, severe depression, memory loss, heart failure and cardiac arrhythmias. For these reasons, it is important for the FAA to have regular data showing that the airman is not hypothyroid, and is “euthyroid,” as your physician will call it.

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Since very few MET towers are properly marked in Nebraska, the NATA Directors saw value in getting more MET towers marked in our State as per FAA guidance. The Directors decided to ask John Hay to submit a project proposal for consideration for possible funding by our Association. After reviewing John Hay’s program proposal at the February Board meeting, the NATA Directors decided to provide a grant in the amount of $2000.00 to UNL Extension to support the “MET Tower Marking Awareness Program.” The NATA grant is for the following components of this program:

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• An aircraft and pilot to transport a video camera operator to videotape a MET tower before and after the application of markings as per FAA guidance to demonstrate the impact of tower markings upon its visibility. Upon learning of the NATA grant and the above offer by Brian Wilcox, Hay has expressed his appreciation and indicated that as a result, the video programs will be of higher quality because the enhanced visibility due to the tower markings will easily be demonstrated.

requirement to register the towers with the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics as per state law.

In March, the first letters were sent by John Hay to owners of Nebraska MET towers in which he informed them of the FAA guidance to mark MET towers and the

Meanwhile, Hay has constructed a map of Nebraska in which each MET tower registered with the NE Department of Aeronautics is identified. The map shows the locations of each of the Nebraska 85 MET towers as he began his program in mid-March 2012. The University of Nebraska – Lincoln Extension network is also involved in the “MET Tower Awareness Program.” In the last few days, Hay contacted each Extension Educator – Agriculture across Nebraska. The Educators learned of Hay’s program and of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics web site (http://www.aero. state.ne.us/windTowers. htm) where MET towers are registered.

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The pilot landed after completing an aerial application to a field, and planned on refueling the airplane while the application tank was reloaded. He noted that among other distractions, he was having problems with his GPS, and began discussing it with another pilot. The pilot reported that after takeoff, he realized that he did not have the ground crew refuel the airplane. The destination field was close, so he decided to continue rather than return and fuel the airplane. The fuel gages indicated 1/4 capacity at takeoff and were bouncing around 1/8 capacity after he completed two passes. The engine subsequently lost power due to fuel exhaustion and the pilot landed in a flat field. During the landing roll, the airplane nosed over, substantially damaging the vertical stabilizer and rudder. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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Power Line Warning by Fred Ramirez Pilots in the field of aerial application are exposed to many hazards when doing their work in the air. A survey from Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries shows that agricultural pilots are at higher risk for fatal injuries compared with pilots in all other industries. Every year, numerous seminars and training opportunities are made available to ag pilots. These sessions, provided by agriculture aerial associations, help to develop an awareness of obstacles and improve skills needed to avoid aerial accidents. After my presentation about the Obstacle Warning feature for the Ag-NavTM GuiaTM system at a convention in Florida in 2011, I received several comments from individuals who were concerned about pilot safety. Most of the comments I received from pilots around the world, were to encourage us not stop at the obstacle warning feature and continue to extend it to a power line warning system, as well. Below is an example of an Australian e-mail that I received:

forget them and this is to have a way of pushing them back into the short term memory just before you get to them. Thanks, David

Many features in the Ag-NavTM navigation systems have come from requests from pilots. The Power Line Warning in the Ag-NavTM GuiaTM system was developed because of the previous emails.

Obviously power lines are a direct threat to pilots. The poles may be easy to see, but the wires are virtually impossible to identify under certain conditions. Failure to see and avoid obstacles is one of the top ten reasons for aerial accidents.

I asked David to send me a sample of power line data. He sent me a KML file that has data of power lines in several regions in Australia. In my mind, a line should have only two points, but in reality they look like Figure 1.

“We just hit another wire today. $100k cost to us. Classic “forgot the wire”. If we can get ObstLine in the system it would extremely valuable to us. “ Even though no life had been lost, the bad news was serious enough. What can we do to help pilots?

Google EarthTM took half a minute for my computer to load all data. Three weeks later, I sent the software update to David and asked him to test it. David made a test flight right away. I think he was as excited as I was to see how it would work. The next day, I found his email saying, “The unit tested very well, the warning is good”. He gave me some

From: David Black Sent: January-24-12 1:07 AM To: Fred Ramirez Subject: ObstPnt Hi Fred, I am just reading the manual to get a bit familiar with the system. We have Google Earth overlays of all the power lines in the areas we operate. How can we get this info onto the system so it becomes a ObstPnt? Power line strikes are a major issue at the moment. There have been about 12 strikes in the last couple of months. We have had one ourself. Speaking from experience, there is only one way to not

Figure 1: Power lines in Dubbo, Australia

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to generate a power line file *.kml. You can also fly to the field and mark the power lines manually. Make sure you have the three functions below in the Control Menu: • <NewPwrLn> to start and record the first point of a new power line. • <PwrLine> to enter the next point of the power line. • <DelPwrLn> to delete the last entered point if you happen to enter the point by mistake. The power lines you generated are saved in the agnav.pwr file. You can copy this file to other GuiaTM systems to share the data.

Figure 2: Power lines in Tottenham, Australia feedback to improve the feature. It’s not practical to have too many power lines in one file, so I asked David to make smaller files. The results were much better and easier to work in realtime.

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Table 5 - Risk Perception Ranking Highest to Lowest Risk and/or hazard Power lines Communication towers Meteorological towers Mechanical failure Wind turbines Rotating prop Birds Adverse weather conditions Limited space for maneuvering Chemicals Engine noise Cockpit clutter

Pilot’s Average 7.0 6.6

No. of Responses 306 304

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A+ 60 0, 30 0 gal DAF Tland Conb, 194SMOHE, 419 SOH Hyrda-Prop, SatLoc Lite, Fresh A AI LIC ., GREAT VALUE ...$130K B+600 (AN2) 350 gal DAF Tland Conb,1114 SMOHE. OHC 23D40/7005A17 prop, AACP/AAI rebuilt, 80 fuel, TST, Hvy Gear, Big Tires, M-3 StaLoc, CropHawk, Beautiful .....$155K C182B Skylane 3300 TTA, 100 SMOHE & P, S-TEC auto pilot, Nice Trade for AgCat REDUCED............................................$74K B450 300 gal DAF GAAC Comb., 1046 SMOHE, 0 IranP, ACP/AAI rebuilt, 80 fuel, TST, Beautiful...................................$129K SB+TPE331-6 400gal, Turbo Cat, “04 HFS Refurb, AC, 114 fuel (BL), loadhog, DAF 25” Tland, 1719 SHSI/3799-SGBI/1700RCs, 902-SOHP...................$315K SB-TPE331-1 400gal, Turbo-Cat, ‘05 HFS Refurb, AC, 80 fuel (BL), DAF 25” T l a n d , 2 8 91- S H S I/9 61- S G B I/3 8 6 SIRANP..........................$215K B -TPE331-1 350 Gal Turbo car ‘96 WueenCat, 8006-TTA, 1918 SoHAF/ AAI, 10351 TTE. 1918SGBI/SHSI, RCS 2106/2707/1160, 1918-Snew 106” prop, DAF Tland Conb, 80 fuel, air, AgNav GUIA GPS, CP nozzles, TST, strobes, cool seat, Big tires, fly tips, more! GREAT VALUE..... ........................$285K AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@ bscn.com AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com t f n

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1967 G-164A Ag-Cat 10,000TT, 525 SMOHE, 650 SMOHP, AG-NAV2, smoker, flagger, B model canopy, Davidon Tri-Set’s, spreader included. Fresh Annual 5/3/12 $79,000 Please email george@cropjet. com or Call 208-358-1802 (06-12) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the remnants of one A-model Cat with 4 decent wing cores and a center section. Can send pictures. Call Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or emial jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

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AT 502A Prop HC-B5MP-3A, 10282AN+6, Fresh OHC, Located in CA. Make an offer. For more info. Call Will Staughton 316633-4262 (06-12) 90 AT 402-15,9100 TSMOHE,250 since light OH,all accessories OH,250 since new prop,11400 TTAF,830 since new spars and factory refurbish including rebuilding tail surfaces and new side panels,new paint,new hopper,new harbour air,lane fan & brake, ww, smoker, agnav guia,new mvp 50t engine instrument, aeroled landing lights,new ss booms and t boom,50 triset spray tips, new seat cover,new gear bolts,new tail spring, new oil lines to oil cooler,oil cooler rebuilt,new cowlings, swathmaster spreader, fresh annual, plane looks brand new,$450,000.00. for more info. Email: flyinglow1340@yahoo.com or call 318-435-3949 (06-12)

2012 602, -60, 292 gallon fuel, smoker, elec. br. gr. adj. fan in inventory....Call for price Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 t f n

2002 Air Tractor AT-802A -65, 4153TT. single place, 308 gallon fuel. See @ queenbeeair.com TFN

1989 AT-502, TTAF 10,615, SHOT 230, SPAR Done at 9052, Satloc M3, Inteliflow, SS Plumbing, drop booms, CP’s, Lane Brake and fan, Agrinautics pump, A/C Heat, smoker, side load fuel, window washer, VG’s, referb hopper @9052,New Paint. For more info email steggs@ pctelcom.coop or call 970-854-2728 office or 970-520-2728 cell (06-12)

1991 AT-402 N4551L 402-807 -27 1004 hrs SMOH-Covington. prop 805 SOH, Airframe 6835 Since New, All AD’s and SB complied with, AT Ram Air, Single point fuel, Bleed air heat, AT AC, 3 Piece windshield w Wiper, repainted and re skinned 2005, AFS CV’s, Lane Electric fan, Trimble Trim Flight 3, Smoker, Night Lights,Garmin SL-40, GTX 327 Transcoder w encoder, AT Radio Stack, Raven Flow meter. MVP-50P engine monitor. $495,000 For more info email dave@agriflite.com or call 574-5361901 (06-12)

1993 AT-402 TT 8066.2, PT6A-15AG TT 7825.9, SHOT 543.7. HC-B3TN-3D TT 7605.6, SOH 1093.1, SIRAN 83.1, Has 9800 hour spar caps installed at TTA of 7323.5 by Air Tractor. Next replacement due @ TTA of 17,123.5 (in 9,057.3 hours) 5 blade fan, Electric brake, Aluminum booms, Satloc M3 with small screen Flow control, Harbour air conditioner, Single point fuel. Annual inspection due: 3-1-13 For more info call Darryl or Bill 870-572-9011 (06-12) 1992 AT-401 401-0887. TT 9312. 100 hr on a Younkin engine. 220 hr since prop ads. Satloc 99, smoker, CP11. March annual done. 54000.00 worth of invoice plus the Younkin 1340. All this plane likes is new paint. $190,000 Call Steven 318-282-8163 (06-12) 1992/2010 AT 502-28 Fresh Hot Section, 800 Since refurb and spar re-work. New Paint,New hopper, New Side Panels, New Belly Skin,New Satloc Bantam, New Lane Fan and Brake, CP’s Too much to list. Brandon 318-303-3147 (06-12)

Like new AT-301,$180,000, available for immeidate sale, TT: 7400 hrs. Engine SMOH: 48 hrs., Wings Done, New Paint, VG’s, A/C, Tall Metal Tail, M3 email tmiles@ritternet. com or call 870-926-7724 (06-12)

1980 AT- 301 8960TT Super 6 engine, 902 TT hydromatic prop Tall Tail, all metal control surfaces, aileron servos, Satloc lite, fresh annual with sale, $115,000 559-686-7401 or email valleyaircraft@clearwire.net (04-13) 1987 502, -34, 8500 TTAF, 13500 SMOHE, 20 TT since hot/power section inspection, 200 TTSN on prop, Lane fan and brake, factory air, 200 TT since wings done at factory, Satloc Bantam, 38 inch gate with 13-vane Breckenridge spreader, 40 flat-fan CP’s with AFS check valves, Good cycles left. $420,000.00 318-722-3501 (06-12)

1995 802 Dual cockpit/controls, Factory fire gate. Annual at sale. 2791 TTAF, 2045 TTE PT6-67, 219 SOH Prop, 199 SHSI. Four new lower spar cap bolts after eddy current. Excellent condition, great value. Sprayed 100 hrs< >. $985,000. Call 951616-4407 (06-12)

1993 Air Tractor 502 Pt6-15 Ag 6818 TTAF; Bantam Touch Screen GPS; Garmin 496 w\ XM Satellite Radio and Weather Radio; 2-Way Radio; Single Port Fuel; All New CFS Check Valves plus T Jets and Smoker. Fresh HOT and Fresh annual Call Stacy Bloodsworth at 229-313-7065 or Mickey Stubbs at 229-365-3045. . (06-12)

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of The AT-502 today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 2012 Air Tractors, All Models, Fall Deliveries $CALL$ 2013 Air Tractors , Reservie Your Position Now $CALL$ 2009 AT-802A/65AG, 1,800 TTAF&E, HYD GATE, LOAD HAWG, G4 W/FLOW, COM/TXP $1,200.000.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401. tfn

1998 AT-602 -60 8610 TTAF/E. Wings done winter 2009 Fresh paint dec 2010, 10 hrs on fresh hot, Wingman, M3 flow control, 70 cp flat fan nozzles, 10 vane spreader, $650,000 Gary Flying MS Paul 662-347-1063 (06-12) 2001 Air Tractor AT-802AF -67, 1426.5TT No damage history, one owner. Cascade inlet, single place, 380 gallon fuel. Pulse lights. Fresh annual, excellent maintenance. See more @ queenbeeair.com TFN

1997 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, Annual due: 4-1-2013. Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 8000.0 (in 1294.6 hours), Prop overhauled 11-8-10 with factory new blades, All new landing gear installed at 6115.5 (589.9 hours ago), A/C, Heater, CP nozzles, Swathmaster spreader, “GPS” instrument panel, Intellistar GPS, Intelliflow flow control, 38” gate, Wingman Ram air inlet, Fast Start, Offset engine mount Garmin SL40. Darryl 870-572-9011 (06-12)

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

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1996 AT-502B Air Tractor, PT6A-34AG (750hp), 8,400 horas tiempo total desde nuevo. “0” horas desde sección caliente y reparación de hélice. Alas renovadas en fabrica con nuevas vigas. Satloc M3, radio comunicador, transponder, abanico variable y freno eléctrico “Lane”. Boquillas CP. $435,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

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

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the AT-602 today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06 -12 Save money. Buy used. Parting out several Air Tractor 402, 502, 602, and 802, Thrush and , Ag Cats. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 (06-12)

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. TFN

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

AT-402B: Go turbo. The AT-402B, with the time-proven Pratt & Whitney PT6A15AG turbine engine, offers impressive climb rates and overall performance. The AT-402B’s light handling characteristics help reduce pilot fatigue – while delivering the payload, speed and productivity that helps create profits. Visit your Air Tractor dealer and learn how Wells Fargo’s financing options for qualified buyers make owning an Air Tractor more affordable than you might think. TFN

2012 AIR TRACTOR AT-502B, PT6A34AG, Nuevo, para entrega en Noviembre de 2012. Equipado con freno eléctrico y abanico variable “Lane”, sistema de riego de dos pulgadas con 44 boquillas, aire condicionado, horizonte artifical, radio comunicador Garmin, certificado de aeronavigabilidad de exportación $815,000.00 Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

AT-504: Learn and earn. With sideby-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. TFN

1969 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, 2500 TT, 55 SMOH, Motor da caixa Continental, Satloc Lite, duas pares de barras inox (CP & rotativos), Spreader e mais. Muito bem conservado e arrumado Pronto para trabalhar. R$280.000,00 Homoligado em Brasil em 2005, Localisado em Goias thomas.morley@comcast.net (06-12) Will trade nice 1972 Super Viking for flying Ag Truck or Pawnee. Will consider projects. Call Jerry at J & C Enterprises Aviation, Inc. 1-800-542-8565 At fn

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AT-602: Trim your overhead. You’ll reduce costs and increase profit margins when you scale a multi-plane operation down to a single-plane operation. Air Tractor’s AT-602 makes it an easy choice. The big 630-gallon payload moves you up to high volume production, reduces loads, saves time and helps trim operating expenses compared with two smaller planes. The AT-602 is the ideal solution for 5-gallon work on centerpivot circles. Step it up with an AT-602. Visit your Air Tractor dealer. TFN

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the AT-401 today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06-12

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

AT-802: Capacity that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, zippy 190 mph ferry speeds, and greater working capacity than any other ag aircraft on the market - the AT-802 is simply a hoss. With the AT-802 you’ll ferry faster, spray more fields and do bigger jobs all in one load. That’s production that only Air Tractor can offer you. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the AT-802. And ask about special Air Tractor financing now available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers. T F N

1979 Cessna Turbo 206, 3,741 Horas desde nuevo, 850 horas desde motor remanufacturado, Intercooler “Riley”, Rober tson STOL, Interior nuevo de cuero, Radios “King”, con inspección anual reciente. $197,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-3992320 tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the M18 Dromader today And Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06 -12

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Flying Dromader today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06 -12

piper J & C Enterprises avaition Inc. Wants to buy your Piper, Pawnee or Brave aircraft. We are also looking for parts inventory, or derelect aircraft as well call Jerry at 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi. net At fn

Cessna airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn J & C enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Cessna aircraft, New & Used part of any kind. Call Jerry 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

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Piper airframe parts, continental and Lycoming engine parts and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn 1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 500 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $145,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

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1989 Thrush S2R-T34 510gal. 10,850 hours TTAF&E, 1500 since new spars, nose ribs and L/E skins. Newpaint , ss camlocks after 2009 season. Satloc M3, LED leading edge lights, load hawg, heat, air-cond, single point fuel, smoker, anr, Lane electric brake w/softstop, Night Light package (5 lights), Jan 2012 annual. For more info. email hoair1@yahoo.com or call 662-745-2616 (06-12) Turbine Thrush -500 gallon, super clean, Walters 2007 conversion by Johnson, M3, flow control, air, bot tom fuel, powder coated frame, no rice work. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

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1983 DC Thrush TT 16000, Walter 601E-11, 29,000 hour wing, no AD’s, Satloc M3, Crophawk, fuel flow, a/c, heat, intercom, audio panel, vhf and business com radios, new tires and br ake s, s trob e s, ss booms, cp nozzles, electric pump brake, single point fuel, wingman, spreader,vg’s, winglets. $325,000. 912-384-6466 or 912-592-5334. (06-12) 1996 Thrush S2R-6, 4250 TT, 500 TT Since hot Section, 1000 hrs since gearbox. $375,000. Call 229-886-8592 (06-12)

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The 660 Thrush with its innovative wing design and 54 foot wing span and over 400 square foot wing area ensures unmatched stability and control during Ag maneuvers. The combination of a solid airframe and powerful engine creates an airplane that outperforms the competition. Thrush is known for their structural durability and excellent performance under extreme conditions. www.thrushaircraft.com tfn

N753WC, J.A.S. REMANUFACTURED WALTER CONVERSION THRUSH 0 TT Since Complete Rework of Aircraft, Factory Hot and High Remanufactured Engine, (751 SHP), Cascade Conversion, Very Low Time Thrush SPAR Caps, Newly Covered Cool Seat, Serv-Aero modified horizontal Stabilizer New style dropped boom brackets Tulare, California. 559686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft. com www.johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of The 510 Thrush today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06 -12

The 550 Thrush of fers new sturdy hopper and innovative large hopper door to improve access when loading dry chemicals, while providing a 550 gallon capacity. Fuel economy, low acquisition cost and proven performance makes the 550 Thrush a great option for operators. The 550 Thrush offers a choice of power plants, allowing you to tailor the aircraft to meet the demands of your particular operating environment. www. thrushaircraft.com TFN

N752WC 2010 J.A.S. REMANUFACTURED WALTER CONVERSION THRUSH 130 Total Time Since Complete Rework of Aircr af t, Fac tor y Hot and High Remanufactured Engine, (751 SHP), Cascade Conversion, New Avia High Performance Propeller, 510 Gal. Hopper, Weath-Aero Fan, Stainless Steel Booms, CP Nozzles, 3” Left Side Load, Wing Extensions, 40,000 Hr. Avenger Spar Cap Kit, New H.D. Wing Leading Edge Skins and Ribs, 192 Gal. Fuel, Vortex Generators, Wing Root Fairings, Aileron Servos, Bottom Load Fuel, 29” Tires, Spring Steel Tailwheel with 5.00 X 5 Tire, Air conditioning, New Intellistar GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control, Smoker, Flagger, Garmin COM Radio, Nav / Strobe / Instrument / Landing Lights, Oregon Aero Seat Cushions, New Side Panels with Stainless Steel Fasteners, New Custom Paint, Excellent Tires / Glass / New Poly Fiber Fabric. Tulare, California. 559-6861794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www.johnstonaircraft.com tfn

(3) Hiller 12E’s for sale. Simplex spray system, Satloc equipped, mid-time or better on most components mstier3@ aol.com 612-751-0864 (06-12) The 510 Thrush has sent the standard in Ag Aviation for dependability. With rugged construction, simplified system and low maintenance, the 510 Thrush is the aircraft any operator can depend upon. Low maintenance, maximum loads, superior pattern makes the 510 Thrush a profit machine. All Thrush Aircraft models provide superb visibility, light control forces, and unmatched speed and maneuverability. www.thrushaircraft. com tfn

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New 2012 Thrush 510P with a PT6A-34AG engine available for July Delivery. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. Give us a call! 952941-6255 01-13

For Sale (1) Bell 47 Mark 5 Tom Cat with trailer and SS spray gear $95,000 (1) Bell 47 G-5 with spray gear with trailer and GPS $110,000. Call 717-334-0280 or 863675-6919 (06-12)

FAA repair station for all ag equipment. Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800325-0885 tfn

weatherly Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of the Bell 206 Helicopter today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06-12

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1989 S2R G-6 8050 TTAF 610 Since Iran Engine, Drop Booms, CP Nozzels, Single Point Fuel, Satloc M3 With Intelli Flow, A/C, Quick Start.... Clean Good Flying Airplane. Asking $230,000 Please Call 806-778-1418 (06-12) WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag T h r u s h , 3 4 - 510, 55 0 - 6 0, 6 6 0 67. *FINANCING AVAIL ABLE* Mid Continent Aircraft, Hay ti, MO 573359-0500. 800-325-0885 http://www. midcont.net tfn

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1962 Mooney M20C, 5300 TT, 1100 SMOH, Garmin 650, Garmin 327, Garmin 340,SL40, 560, King 89B, manual gear, $60,000.00 318-722-3501 (06-12) Unlimited Racer project: 85% complete Yak11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. For pictures and details call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn

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B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights. Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered s p r ay e r. St a r t y o u r o w n a i r c r a f t company or expand your line. Call for details. Airplane Services Inc. 850675-1252, 850 -380 -7268, 850 -380 6091. (06 -12)

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-15 AG and -34AG in stock. Call for price Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn Cylinders For Sale – Overhauled complete assy’s with new pistons installed. Ready to install. R-985 $1250.00 each Two or more less 5%: R-1340 $1950.00 each Two or more less 5%: Outright price: includes all gaskets. Sun Air Parts. 661257-7708 fax 661-257-7710 TFN

Cessna 180-185-188, PiPer Brave & Pawnee, CitaBria, DromaDer aero CommanDer Lark & Darter sCott & XPm taiLwheeL Parts, ContinentaL, LyComing, transLanD, harDware, ChamPion & CitaBria, mCfarLane, ag fiBergLass anD a Lot more. Having trouble finding tHose difficult parts!!!

PT6A-28 TSO 3684 Fresh HSI PT6A-28 TSO 0 PT6A-28 TSO 2554 PT6A-34 TSO 0 PT6A-34 TSO 4200 PT6A-114A TSO 0 PT6A-114A TSO 1866 PT6A-135 TSO 527 PT6A-135A TSO 236 PT6A-112 TSO 3240 PT6A-21 TSO 3599 PT6A-42 TSO 2901 Fresh HSI Phone: 305-825-2001 Email preeves@ jsamiami.com Email krod@jsamiami. com (06-12)

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Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of In-Formation today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06 -12

engines Available Immediately! PT6A-67AG This engine has recently been removed from and Airtractor 802 and is ready for sale. This engine has been maintained in accordance with Pratt & Whitney standards and is in great condition. (TSO: 1054.2 CSO: 1266) All information is available for review by contacting Grant Wallace at Wipaire. Please call 651-4146828 (06-12) Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 (06-12)

Garrett TPE-331-10-511M 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A4-13 Covington Turbine Engines Available. PT6A-34AG 50 TSN PT6A-34AG 1789 TSO SOLD PT6A-34AG 780 TSO SOLD PT6A 2800 TSO SOLD PT6A-15AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul PT6A-34AG 0 TSO PT6A-34AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul. Contact us for New Engine prices. We are interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition. Contact: David Hamilton at 918-7567862 or davidh@covingtonaircraft.com PT6A ENGINES ATS maintains one of the largest replacement engine inventories in the industry and can quickly and fairly evaluate your core or mid-time PT6 engine for exchange credit or outright purchase. View our current engine inventory at www. PT6A.aero (FAA CRS TQZR133K) tfn Pr at t & W hi tn ey R- 985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators, & accessories for above engines. Call Ches ter Rober t s Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903-429-6047 crs5r@aol.com (10-12) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the larges t selec tion of Lycoming and Continental engine cores in stock. Over 100 to choose from. Call Sid or Jerry for your parts or engines needs. 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington $61,000.00 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 Outright Or Exchange $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 TFN TPE-PC (2-1/2cores).......................$3,500 TPE331-6-252M (Dmgd Core Nice Logs)... $6,500 R985 AN14B 792 SMOH (API)................ ....$10,500 R985 AN14 1045 SMOH (Cov)................ ....$15,000 R1340 -AN2 891-SMOH (174-SIRAN) (cov).$34,000 R1340-HYD 1046 SMOH (cov)....................$2100 A m A g 8 7 0 - 8 8 6 - 2 4 1 8 (24 8 9 F) a g c a t @ b s c n . c o m t f n

FOR SALE: PT6-15AG TTSN 3980, “0” time since light overhaul by Timken Aerospace,Prop Gov,Prop Overspeed gov,Starter Gen. fuel pump.$235,000.00. C a sc ade Aircr af t Conver sion 50 9 635 -1 21 2 c a s c ad e @ co m p l e te b b s . com (08-12) Cilindros en venta- Completos con pistones nuevos.Listo para instalar. R-985. $1250,00 el par o 5% descuento por cantidad.R-1340 $1950,00 el par o 5% descuento por cantidad.Precio sin recambio: incluye todas las juntas.Sun Air Parts tel. 661-257-7708. Fax 661-2577708. tfn Universal Turbine Parts 16 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO 0, 0, 0, 892, 1256, 1458, 1525, 2162, 2663, 3161, 3258, 3482, 3489, 3515, 3912, 3912 1 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0 2 ea PT6A-42 TSO 2140, 3234 We also buy PT6 engines in all conditions. Please call Bill or Joel at 334-361-7853 or email bmershon@UTPparts.com or jplake@UTPparts.com T F N 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn

dispersal equip 38” gate 10-vane wide Transland spreader $4000. 38” gate 10-vane wide Transland spreader $2000 38” gate 8-vane deep throat Transland spreader $1000 Gary Flying Service MS, Paul 662-3471063 (06-12) D is p e r s al Eq u i p m e n t : We ath ae ro Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, F l a g g e r s , N o z z l e s , Tr a n s l a n d , Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. t f n Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc.-- Speaders and Accessories. Call about our Special Discount through June! The “13” vane, 12 vane and many more, Call us for all of your spreader needs and repairs. 800736-3433 or 870-217-9232 (06-12) EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR FIXED WING OR HELICOPTER JAS 559-6861794, FA X 559 - 6 86 - 936 0, e - m ail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www,johnstonaircraft.com t f n ASC Rotary Atomizers - Why use old hydraulic nozzle technology? Rotary Atomizers are proven a s the most accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-13 CP N OZ ZLE S AND CHECK VALVE S “The Drift fighters”. Plus they improve your spray pattern. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn Newberg Electrostatic Spraying LLC is the exclusive distributor for Spectrum Electrostatic Spray Systems. Do more acres with better performance. Call Ed Newberg 320-848-2745. Serving northern US and Canada. Now STC’d for all 400 and 500 series Air Tractors. (06-12)

Transland and Agrinautics authorized distributor – Call us with your needs. Sid or Jerry @ J & C Enterprises 1-800-5428565 or e-mail jcaviation@pldi.net At fn A SC Rotar y Atomizers - See w w w. dynafog.com/ascresults and April 2009 issue of AAU, A. McCracken. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-13

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Agrinautics, Inc. Best spray pumps, valves, and strainers in the business! For service w/ a smile,call us at 435-586 -1200. e-mail:agrinaut@cedarcity.net tfn CP NOZZLES AND CHECK VALVES. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. - Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462433540 - FAX: 438344 tfn Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale. Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc. com tfn TRANSLAND 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new $9,400.00 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROPHAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS $CALL$ Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-2325401. t f n ASC Rotary Atomizers - Consistent droplets, large flow openings, easy to mount without changing your existing pump, boom and flow control method. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317896-2561 A 01-13

gps Satloc Warranty repair and service. New Bantums and Intelliflow systems in stock. New Litestar II and G4s ready to ship. Compton Flying Service Ralph or Pete 888-336-3924 or 580-217-1914 -- 1912 We do GOOD work. tfn Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800-325-0885. tfn Intelliflow Flow Controls -in stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-4375319 tfn Authorized AgNav Distributors. New and used systems. GIS Spray data services/ conversion. Summit Helicopters Inc. Call Gary at 816-813-0442. summitGIS@ earthlink.net (06-12) Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. Only $45 888-987-2250. Fax: 888-382-6951.

new Air Tractor in your future. YOUR #1 AIR TRACTOR DISTRIBUTOR IN SALES AND SERVICE AIRCRAFT 2012 AIR TRACTORS, ALL MODELS, FALL DELIVERIES.......................................................... $CALL$ 2013 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVE YOUR POSITION NOW ......................................................... $CALL$ 2009 AT-802A/65AG, 1,800 TTAF&E, HYD GATE, LOAD HAWG, G4 W/FLOW, COM/TXP ...$1,200,000 ENGINES R-1340, ZERO TIME SINCE OVERHAUL BY COVINGTON .............................................. $61,000 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE ........................................ $CALL$ PROPELLERS HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – New And Used ...................................... $CALL$ DISPERSAL EQUIPMENT TRANSLAND 10 VAIN SPREADER FOR 38” GATE, NEW ................................................... $9,400 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROPHAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS .......................................... $CALL$

Satloc G4, M3, and Bantam. Air Repair inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and service. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn Hemisphere GPS systems in stock, Bantam, G4, Intellistar, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar2. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/Dealer 2011. Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800-437-5319 Sky-Tractor Supply Company tfn Hemisphere GPS & Flow Control Dealer Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn

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

888-995-5263

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

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Gulf Coast aG airCraft sales & serviCe “Century” wing spar for Thrush S2R aircraft. Lifetime spar without inspections, economical and easy to install. Call Eugene For Details at 979-533-1720 We are now taking orders for the Century Wing Spar with delivery date of June 20th as of this date. Call to reserve your spar today!!

Garrett TPE-331-10-511M 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info.

Looking for salvageable or slightly damaged Thrush wings. Please call if you have any for sale.

Used Thrush Parts for Sale

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

CALL EUGENE DAY OR NIGHT

979-532-1718 • 979-533-1720

parts 8 vane Transland spreader for Ag-Cat with 25” Grumman Gate exc. condition $1100 for more information Email: gmikeweeks52@ gmail.com or call 662-588-3303 ( 06-12) 25 inch Breckinridge Spreader. $1500. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services Inc. 850-380-6091. (06-12) Superbooms for Cessna, Piper, Thrush, Air Tractor and custom manufacture; THRUSH AILERON SERVOS-STC’d kits. TSA 800642-5777 or tsa@702com.net (TFN) GPS Antenna Mount, for specific ag aircraft, Performance and looks, slip stream design delivers peak signals. Contact Terry Barber 605-258-2743. (07-12) Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. tfn Air Tractor Parts New and Used (Associate dealer for Lane Aviation). FWF cowlings 402, 502, 602 many to chose from, removed for Factory and Cascade P-cowl conversions. New and used (Factory Rebuilt) Aileron, Flaps, Elevators, Rudders, Horz/Vert stabs in stock and ready to sale or trade. Call Steve @ North Star Aviation 620-356-4528 srice@pld.com tfn Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@ gmail.com. 09-12 Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net Atfn LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 TFN PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn Um par de asas estendida 95% completa do Thrush S2R . A pair of extended wings 95% complete Thrush S2R. Brazil. garciaviagricola@uol.com.br / 16 36274879 (tfn)

Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractor and Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees. Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to fuel nozzle & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions. com. (08-12)

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Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn O/H’D THRUSH 29” LANDING GEAR & WE CAN REPAIR / REBUILD YOURS. JOHNSTON AIRCRAFT SERVICE, INC. 559686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft. com www.johnstonaircraft.com tfn Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn 8 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper, and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com tfn Serviceable S2R wings, Engine Mount Ayers 45-60 Series, short extension wing tip assy, seat assy, strut assy, left engine exhaust stack, control sticks, steps, splice blocks, throttle quadrants, control quadrants, and MANY various other parts. For more information call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-7255135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail. com. (09-12)

Cascade Aircraft Conversions Barrier Filter System for the Soloy Turbine Converted Bell 47/Hiller 12 Helicopters. See decreased TOT by up to 38 degrees C. Pull full torque at lower TOT temps, burn less fuel, extend the life of critical turbine parts. Contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com . ( 08-12) Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556 (01-13) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc ha s purchased a large new inventory of Citabria GCBC part in late 1977-79 rnge. Lots of common everyday parts. Landing gear, wheels 7 brakes, engine parts etc. call Jerry or Sid today 800-542-8565 or email jcaviaiton@pldi.net At fn S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830-625-4138. t fn Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn The mid-west Air tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department. Call Carrie or Randy for all your Air Tractor parts needs at 877-715-8476. tfn

Agrinautics, Angel Flight Assistant, Automatic Flagman, Aero Engines, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Hemisphere GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor Supply 800437-5319, www.skytractor.com, email@ skytractor.com, 701-636-5881 (fax) TFN Kulite M odel APTE 211 10 0 0 -70 D Transducer for a G5, G6 or G10 engine. Voltage 28 OVDC and Torque Gauge par t #21743 -101. Email rc ar ter@ thrushaircraft.com or call Ray Carter 229-789-0453. (tfn) Cessna Par t s - Engine, propellers, authorized service center. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 tfn Spend your time doing what you do best “SPRAYING” and let us find those parts for you. Part numbers are really important. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn Brave and Pawnee parts - engines, props, spar kits, fuel cells and foam kits, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-6869360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t fn COMPLETE THRUSH FACTORY METAL TA I L W / U P D AT E S . J O H N S T O N AIRCRAFT SERVICE, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn Angel Personal Flight Assistant - in stock, shipping today. Premium quality Bluetooth interface for the cockpit. Noise free cell phone use without fumbling for your phone. Caller ID, direct dial, redial, voice dial, download phonebook and call list entries, dial direct., Stream bluetooth music and control, E6B flight computer, Stopwatch, fuel and approach timer. Large full color easy to read backlit screen, intuitive menus, automatic cut out with radio transmissions, ambient light sensor. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 A tfn Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit to get yours today call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi. net At fn

NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock ready to ship today.1-800-437-5319 SkyTractor Supply Company tfn Retrofit Hopper Door for AT502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 tfn Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

propellers For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Prop. Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C. Fits AT-502A, AT-503, AT-602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG-T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary 210924-5561. sales@dixieair.com. (06-12)

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. still has one of the largest Cessna, and Piper Ag Aircraft inventories in the USA and has a huge inventory of Lighting and wheel and brake inventory. Let us be your total part provider. Call in your needs - Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or jcaviation@pldi.net A tfn

Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18, 22D30-6533A-12 12D40-6101A-12, 12D40-AG100-2 22D40-6533A-12, 23D40-6533A-18 23D 4 0 -70 05A-12, Call PropWork s, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net 12-12

25 inch Breckinridge Spreader. $1500. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services Inc. 850-380-6091. (06-12)

Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401. TFN

Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com tfn

IA200/FA8452, NEW.......................$4,500 2D30-6101A20, A/R. ......................$3,500 2D30-6101A12, O-IRAN............... $10,500 22D30-AG200-2 OHC...................$15,500 12D40-6101A12 175-SIRAN .........11,500 12D40-AG100-4S, OHC...............$15,500 22D40-AG200-2, 1200-SOH, 60 SIRAN & ADCW, .$17,500 12D40-AG100-2, 375-SOH Nice Blades... $12,500 23D40-7005A-18 891 SOH ...........$18,000 H C - B 3 T N - 3 D/5 M O H C w/ N Ew + 4 blades..................$22,000 22D30-6533A12 OHC..................$15,500 12D40-AG100-2 OHC................$15,500 22S 4 0 - 6533A-12 852 SO H (beautiful)......................$19,000 AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@ bscn.com tfn

Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net At fn Emco Wheaton/Buckeye Dr y Break Couplers and adapters, Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559 - 686 -936 0, e - mail: info @ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Trade with members of NAAA

2012 AT-502B Available Late June

Low time, recently refurbished AT400 with PT6A-15AG coming soon!

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

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J & C Enterprises has a Cessna 188 props in Stock Y.T. Also offer some STC’d propellers. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

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:870-6973568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR. (07-12)

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.

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GE M601- E11 751 HP TURBOPROP Conversions for Air Tractor and Thrush. Increased Reliability. No Hot Section Inspections. No Nozzles to Service. Cascade Pressure Cowl – Standard Equipment with Lifetime Serviceable Air Filter System! 3,000 HR Engine TBO. Auto Start Systems. Lower Operating/ Maintenance Costs. Improved Safety. Ease of Maintenance Access. Warranty: 1,000 Hr / 1,100 Cycles or 2 Years. Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com . t f n

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JAS REMANUFACTURED WALTER CONVERSION THRUSHS Excellent Performance - Reasonable Price

AUTHORIZED THRUSH PARTS DISTRIBUTOR AND SERVICE CENTER We stock rebuilt Thrush wings

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

We RepaiR / modiFy / ThRush and bRave Wings and conTRol suRFaces soluTions FoR The ThRush spaR cap ad CENTURY (60,000 HR LIFE) & FACTORY SPAR CAP insTallaTion / sales.

Brave 4,100 Hour Kit Installation and Sales. We Install and Sell Cascade Walter Conversions and Pressure Cowls. Thrush Fuel Capacity Increase. Thrush Landing Gear Repair and Rebuild. Distributor / Rebuilder of Emco Wheaton Dry Break Equipment. Distributor / Dealer for All Ag Equipment. Parts & Services Catalog Available.

We completely rebuild/repair/modify Thrush and Brave aircraft!!

Distributor for APS “Bla ck Steel®” Brake discs and linings

We Rebuild and RecoveR ThRush and ag caT Tail FeaTheRs We stock Thrush units 24 HR. PHONES: 559-686-1794 or 686-2161 FAX: 559-686-9360 P.O. Box 1457, Tulare, CA 93275 Se Habla Español info@johnstonaircraft.com • parts@johnstonaircraft.com

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Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hanger. Air Tractor offers competitive financing options in the U.S. and Canada from Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. Fly now and take seven years to pay, 10 years to amortize and have a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. Other attractive term periods are available, too. These financing options are available on both new and used Air Tractors purchased through Air Tractor dealers. See your Air Tractor dealer today! t f n

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1998 International, Straight auger built by Auger Dan. All stainless steel with new screw, gears, and bearings. Has scales, flapper valve and 600gal fuel tank. Good clean truck! Ready to go to work!! $50,000.00 Call Shivers Flying Service at 870-735-1481 or shiversflying@yahoo. com (06-12) Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870578-6133 Cell: 870-919-2317 A 06-12 1500 gal Jet A refueler; Nissan UD 3300 truck; epoxy lined steel tank: Liquid Control counter with predetermining counter (new 2003); single point and over the wing nozzles: automatic reel. Truck and pump work well; good rubber $13,900 or Will consider trades for auto, truck, or aircraft Call 501-985-1484 AR location. tfn

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

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 (06-12) Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s i n n o v a t i ve a n d e x t r e m e l y s i m p l e solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions. com (08-12) SUPERBUGS A safe and economical way to speed up Mother nature! Dispose of hazardous waste in loading and spill areas, ponds and ditches. SUPERBUGS disposes of insecticides, Fungicides, herbicides, and petroleum products Such as waste oil, diesel fuel, gasoline, solvent or anything of organic nature. Blue Stripe Distributing Toll Free 877-924-5025 tfn PC SPRAY Dedicated Application Software, Version 3. Fully-functional program. Buy it once, use it forever! No annual fees. Technical support for the life of the product. Call or email for demo today. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 t f n WANTED Owners/Aircraf t S2R-T41 Ayres Turbo Thrush with the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-41. Cascade Aircraft is in the final stages of development for improvements to the S2R-T41 Ayres Turbo Thrush. Owners in the area of Eastern Washington / the PNW are encouraged to contact us. We need an aircraft to complete the final installation – if you are interested in reduced ITT 30 to 70 degrees, improved fuel efficiency, 15 minute filter replacements with lifetime filters then please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions. com (08-12)

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J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is always looking for all types of derelict aircraft, parts inventory, both new and used. We will buy small or a shop full. Contact Jerry Buster 800 -542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway. Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway. Located in Peach County, Georgia. Public water, septic sewer. paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $50,000 OBO, includes closing costs. 478.987.2250. tfn Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. 888-987-2250. Fax: 888-382-6951. w w w. Aircr af tCost Analysis.com AG Operators can calculate your breakeven, % investment return, profit potential, and produce annual & monthly cash flows. Project your financials without spending hours of your time. All reports are produced automatically and accurately af ter you provide your cost inputs and gross application fees. Types of analyses performed include: Company/ Individual Ownership, Managed with/ without Leaseback, Commercial Operation, Agricultural/Fire/Ambulance Operations, Joint Ownership, Fractional Ownership, and Charter/Rental. AG sales organizations can provide prospects with customized & professional ownership cost analysis. This program is a great sales aid and management tool. FREE sample reports. Click REQUEST INFORMATION on the website or call 281-419-7443 t f n Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ FREE SAMPLE http://www.GARRCO.com/freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco.com t fn

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 Fa x 478 -987-1836 Historical Video Productions. tfn

English to Spanish Technical Translations Fo r m e r A &P a n d Ag - Pi l o t, C a r l o s Retamosa Specializing in translating: • Aviation technical manuals • Airworthiness Directives (ADs) • Service Bulletins (SBs) Contact info 598-53-24376 retamosa@ adinet.com.uy tfn

Order your DeSpain Pen and Ink Drawing of The AgOp Collage today and Have it gift wrapped just in time for Fathers Day! $60.00 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 06-12

Beautiful 2.73 ac wooded lot in upscale Pine Ridge Equestrian Estates, located in Citrus County, Florida only five miles from Crystal River. Covenants, 27 miles of horse trails, community center, pool and golf course. Nicer homes and miniranchettes. Zoning allows up to three horses and stables permitted on lot with your house. Horse trail borders back end of lot that is 298’ wide and 400’ deep on 3620 Stirrup Drive, Beverly Hills, Florida (Google it!). Public water and septic sewer. $59,000 O.B.O Contact Bill Lavender 478987-2250 bill@agairupdate.com tfn

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

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

SOLD 2009 AT-602, 1441 TTAF&E, -60, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., CPs, 10” hydraulic gate, M3 flow control, wingman, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual., . ........................................................................................$875,000 SOLD 2010 AT-602, -60, 1820 TTAF&E, smoker, single point fuel, elec. brake gr. adj., Intellistar w/flowcontrol, Fresh HSI, Fresh Annual. ...$950,000

Unlimited Racer Project: 85% complete Yak 11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. For pictures and details ........................................................CALL -15 AG and -34 AG in stock ....................................CALL FOR PRICE Complete Air Tractor Parts And Accessories Dealer For Every Major Ag Aviation Parts and Supplies

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INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 63 Years Risk Management, Lowtime Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net. tfn DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, inte gr i t y, an d the co m mi tm e nt to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800358-8079. Or visit our website at www. dsrockin.com. tfn “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc, is centrally located in Wichita Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. RANDY HARDY established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a staff dedicated and knowledgable includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe, Dick Russell and Rita Ethridge, whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application business. Give us a try, you might be suprised. Call 1 800 721-6733 or fax us at 316-945-2330. Get an online quote from our web site at www.hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com. tfn

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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 tfn !!Attention Thrush Owners!! North Star Aviation Inc is now the new STC holder of the Thrush Reinforce Leading Edge Skins. If you are getting ready to rebuild your Thrush wings due to AD09-26-11 or tired of bird strikes and ugly leading edges!! Now is the time to install North Star Aviations new Thrush heavy duty reinforced leading edge skins fully STC’d SA03518AT no Field approval required. For more Info contact Wendel or Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 wlambert@pld.com tfn We rebuild and refinish any fibreglass part for Weatherly, Cessna, Piper and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B,C and D). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 tfn

I would like to purchase a 1990-1999 Ayres S2R Turbo Thrush. Preferences are 510 gal S2R-T45 or S2R-G10 but S2R-T34 also considered. Single or Dual cockpit OK. I want to make the purchase ASAP but do not need to take delivery until late August/early September. I am happy to lease back the aircraft until then if needed. Email response to blindads@agairupdate. com or send to Thrush wanted c/O AgAir Update Po box 850 Perry Ga 31069 or fax 478-987-1836 (06-12) EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940-902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal. net tfn Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl Riddell at 870-572-9011 (06-12)

Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 tfn !!Attention Thrush Owners!! North Star Aviation Inc is now the new STC holder of the Thrush Reinforce Leading Edge Skins. If you are getting ready to rebuild your Thrush wings due to AD09-26-11 or tired of bird strikes and ugly leading edges!! Now is the time to install North Star Aviations new Thrush heavy duty reinforced leading edge skins fully STC’d SA03518AT no Field approval required. For more Info contact Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-3564528 srice@pld.com tfn

Trace is buying 401 and 402 Air Tractors, any age, any engine. Prefer 2000 models and up. Also buying 301 and 302’s with tall tails and 350 gallon hoppers. Top price paid for clean straight airframes with logbooks intact. Prefer no damage. for more information call 214-674-4023 or email andy.biery@traceengines.com 10 -12

operations AG BUSINESS FOR SALE, 35+ years of quality application. Equipment at centrally located municipal airport and established satellite operations. Retail chemical sales growth potential. Two efficient Weatherly aircraft. Willing to help establish new owner. Attractive Montana agriculture based small town bigskydn@aol.com (06 -12) Successful established Mid-West aerial application business for Sale. modern hangar and chemical mixing building, 2-10,000 fuel tanks and pumps. local customer base, 100,000 acres plus. Currently using turbine aircraf t. Please Send Mid West operation C/O AgAir Update P.O. Box 850 Perry GA 31069 or email blindads@agairupdate. com (0 6 -12) Flying service located south of Beedeville, Arkansas. Nice 1,800 f t pave d s tr ip with par alle l B e r m u da s t r i p, L a t e 9 0 ’s o f f i c e , t w o l a r g e storage trailers, covered mixing area with ss vats and extra steel vat, large concrete/asphalt loading pad, large newer ver tical fuel with large electric pump, plenty of acres to b uild large han ge r/han ge r s on . Base crop is rice, and there’s plenty of potential for someone star ting. Asking $90,000 will consider trade for airplane of equal value or par tial toward strip Send Response to AR O p e r ati o n s C/O Ag A i r U p d ate P O Box 850 Perr y Ga 31069 or email blindads@agairupdate.com Subject AR Operations (06-12)

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seat wanted Seat Pilot wanted, must be carded or eligble to be carded, call Ted Stallings: office 575763-4300 or cell 303-619-9347 (06-12) Ag Pi l o t, CF I , CF I I , Ag I n s t r u c to r seeking seat. Hours 514 Total, 206 Ag. PAASS certified. Farm background and Ag Aviation business management experience. Highly motiv ated and dependable. Resume and references available. 573-421-6164 (06-12) Well Exp Ag Pilot for hire Many in most recips and Turbines. Last 5 or 6 seasons in IA, IL, and KS on rice, corn, and beans. Current Medical. I don’t fly junk. Ref on request. Lets Talk Call 316-425-2558 (06-12) 2800 Hours 2600 ag time 2000 turbine 12 Piston. All ag time was in Arkansas rice and Iowa corn. Hard working and capable free to travel wherever the season takes me. 870-215-2481 or email arkansaagpilot@ live.com (06-12) First year Ag Pilot seeking opportunity. Commercial Pilot 11,000. TT - Tailwheel 900, Flight Instructor 9,600., ( 21 years). FAA Designated Examiner. Experience: Pawnee, Ag Cat, GA-200 time. 20 Hrs. Ag time with Flying Tiger. NAAA, FLAAA, PAASS. Safe and Reliable. Ready to listen and learn. Will re-locate Resume and References available. Contact: Romke Sikkema: 863-446-6879, romke. sikkema@gmail.com (06-12) AT 502 & Pilot Available: I am currently looking work end of May-June. I fly a 502A w/M3, flow control, & flat fans. I have herbicide experience & am licensed in several states, north & south. I am a professional & work well w/ others. Contact Kubin Aerial: Brent – 620-6406838, bbarlow3@yahoo.com or Greg Kubin 620-598-2356 (06-12) Ag pilot with/without R44. 11,000 hr.TT FW/RW qualified Bell 47/206 Rob. R44 C-188 AT-502 AT-301 Geared nose. Former owner/operator multi-state multi aircraft operator. Timber, row crop, herbicides, Management ETC. Would prefer Helicopter Timber but will consider all maxairhelicopters@yahoo. com Call 337-802-4209 (06-12)

help wanted HELICOPTER PILOT WANTED: A Midwest Ag Operator is seeking an experienced and skilled Helicopter Ag Pilot for a Bell47G2A1. Minimum requirements to include 2,000 Ag hours, and a minimum of 1000 Bell 47 Ag hours. Main season runs from July 1st through end of August. Exceptional pay for the right person. Please send resume, references and salary expectations to vistahelicopter@gmail. com (06-12) Immediate full time positions for entry level A&P mechanics. Please send resumes to North Star Aviation, Inc. Fax 620-3563864 or email srice@pld.com (08-12)

Relief Pilot wanted for Ag Cat with Garret Engine corn run in Mo and Ia. Contact us @ repettis1@yahoo.com or call 573-6922160 (06-12)

Ag Pilot Instructor Needed. Must be a CFI with minimum 1000 hours Turbine Ag Experience. Two to Four Month Overseas Contract to Train New Ag Pilots. Salary and Expenses Negotiable. Please Email your Resume and Contact Information to: aginstructor704@gmail.com (06-12)

Wanted: 502 Air Tractor pilot, at least 1000 hours turbine experience, northern season position from May until August. Any questions please contact Jim Schick at 605 -853-2777 or 605 -871-3833. Send Resume to Aero Spray Service, Inc. P.O. Box 416 Miller, SD 57362 or fax to 605-853-2332 or email to aerospray21@ mncomm.com (06-12)

Pilot needed to fly Turbine Brave in Indiana in July. Must have turbine and Satloc 3 exp and provided good references. 912-3846466 (06-12) IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience tfn

Help Wanted. Licensed A&P Mechanic. Work to include fixed wing aircraft, helicopters, and associated equipment. Must have own tools, exhibit a strong work ethic, and demonstrate the ability to work with minimal super vision. Periodic travel required. Wages DOE and performance. Contact Ted Stallings 505515-1189. (06-12) PILOT WANTED: An innovative Midwest Ag Operator is seeking an experienced and skilled Ag Pilot for a Turbine seat. Minimum requirements to include 2,000 Ag hours and a minimum of 1,000 Turbine Ag hours. Main season runs from July 1st through end of August. May lead to a long time position for the right pilot. Please send resume and references to schertz@ schertzaerial.com or please call for more information 309-726-1311 (06-12) Resumes are now being accepted for A&P, welders and sheet metal workers to build and repair ag aircraft located in western Nebraska. Fax resumes to 308-368-5503 or send to Hershey Flying Service P.O. Box 215 Hershey, NE. 69143 (01-13)

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PILOT WANTED IN AUSTRALIA. Agforce Pty Ltd is based in Moree and Parkes in NSW Australia. We are looking for an experienced turbine agricultural pilot for our spring summer season - Aug/ Sept2012 to April 2013 . We operate AT-802,AT-502, PT6- 34 Thrush. We are an APPROVED SPONSOR for subclass 457 visa. Our work is cotton, cereal crops and weed work. Please apply via email to agforce1@bigpond.com (06-12)

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Immediate full time positions for entry level or experienced A&P/IA mechanics. Please send resumes to A&P c/o AgAir Update Po Box 850 Perry GA 31069 or email blindads@agairupdate subject A&P or fax 478-987-1836 (06-12)

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