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6 from the cockpit 7 calendar of events 8 agair mail 25 truth in flight 34 the hopper 36 classifieds On the Cover and this page: Greg Grouleff begins a night of aerial spraying in his R44 Raven II. The helicopter is outfitted with two HID and two Halogen 450w work lights for night application. See story page 10.
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This is my everything These airplanes work hard. And so do the pilots who fly them. When I get an Air Tractor in the shop, it has a story to tell. My job is to read the signs and understand what they mean. I perform the service. I make the repair. It’s my name in that log book, so I’m part of your story. From Service Letters and drawings to technical expertise—I tap into everything the factory provides to help me do my best work for you. I work hard to make sure this airplane story has a happy ending.
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from the cockpit Ken Edmundson and I pose before a wall mural that depicts ag-flying in Lemoore, California in The Vineyard Restaurant, owned by Ken’s friend, Lucy Jones.
If not for Ken The early 1980s were tough on Georgia aerial applicators. Some companies survived, others didn’t. Some of us closed the doors voluntarily and looked elsewhere for means of providing for the family. In my case, I was fortunate enough to sell out to my competitor and fly for him another 15 years, all the while building up AgAir Update. In the ‘90s, when travel money for AgAir Update was of short supply, I would share a hotel room with a south Georgia friend/ applicator, Ken Edmundson. Ken had a flying service in Quitman, Georgia. But, the grass was getting much greener on the other side of the fence and he too, closed his doors and made the phenomenal move to California seeking a pilot’s seat. He happened upon Roger Hewett of Blair Air Service in Lemoore, California. Roger hired the Georgia ex-operator ag-pilot and put him in an AT-502. Roger and mentor pilots at Blair Air Service took this daytime pilot and taught him how to spray at night;
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taught him how spread sulfur dust; and taught him to fly ag by California standards. My travel buddy became a California agpilot. I rarely saw or talked with him as our life paths took very different routes. but, I had spoken to Ken in the past about visiting him for an article about Blair Air Service. He was a little hesitate, but said he would talk to Roger about it. Roger Hewett is not someone who seeks recognition. He goes about his business in a quiet way. However, Ken was able to convince him the article would be about how Blair Air Service came to be a success with diversification; things in the article that would benefit the industry, that readers would find interesting reading. Now, Ken not only flies the AT-502, but spends a great deal of his flight time in the AT-802A at Blair Air Service. And, he even has the distinct honor of spreading sulfur dust in a radial AT-301, at night, like those
who came before him in the early years of “crop dusting”. That is surely a necessary logbook entry! If not for Ken, I don’t know if I would have been able to visit such a progressive ag-flying service as Blair Air Service and write about it. I visit lots of ag-operations all around the world and I can say without hesitation, Blair Air Service is in the top echelon. Be sure to read the article in this edition of AgAir Update. Thanks Ken!
October 6-8, 2017 NAAA Fall Board Meeting San Antonio, TX Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org October 11-12, 2017 MiAAA Convention TBA Lansing, Michigan Al Schiffer Al400@aol.com October 14-15, 2017 Arkansas Ag Aviation Golf Tournament Red Apple Inn Heber Springs, AR Brenda Watts 870-644-3141 kpflyingservice@gmail.com October 17-18, 2017 AFF Conference 2017 at Nimes Nimes-Garons Airport Nimes, France Lauran Allan 44 (0) 128 550 041 Lallen@tangentlink.com October 23-25, 2017 KsAAA Convention Hilton Garden Inn Manhattan, KS ksagaviation.org October 27, 2017 OkAAA Operation SAFE El Reno, Oklahoma Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 sandy@okaaa.org November 5-7, 2017 PNW AAA Convention Coeur d’Alene Resort Coeur d’Alene, ID Tara Lea Brown 509-989-9098
November 7-9, 2017 Mid-States Ag Aviation Conference Isle of Capri Casino Bettendorf, IA Brandon Flexsenhar 309-208-9668 agpilot79@yahoo.com www.iaagaviation.com www.agaviation.com November 13-15, 2017 CaAAA 68th Annual Convention Hyatt Regency, Monterey, CA Terry Gage 916-645-9747 terry.gage@caaa.net November 14-16, 2017 CoAAA Convention Embassy Suites Loveland, CO 719-362-0743 coagav@gmail.com December 1, 2017 AAU Open House and Hangar Party KPXE Perry-Houston County Airport 478-987-2250 aau@agairupdate.com agairupdate.com December 4-7, 2017 NAAA’s Ag Aviation Expo Savannah, GA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org January 3-5, 2018 LaAAA Convention Golden Nugget Casino Lake Charles, LA Ed Krielow 337-230-9952 www.laaaonline.org
January 4-5, 2018 MoAAA Convention Drury Suites Cape Girardeau, MO Mike Hall 573-649-2587 aerialcropservices@sbcglobal. net January 7-9, 2018 ArAAA Convention Little Rock Marriott Little Rock, AR Kelly Conley 501-372-4500 www.araaa.org January 8, 2018 AzAAA PAASS Meeting Custom Farm Service of Arizona Stanfield, AZ Brittany Armstrong 520-705-9692 barmstrong@agairusa.com January 10-12, 2018 TxAAA Convention TBA Lerena Campos 512-476-4405 January 14-15, 2018 NEAAA Convention TBA Dover Downs, DE Sandy Carter 609-820-7846 January 15-17, 2018 OkAAA Conference Embassy Suites Norman, OK Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 sandy@okaaa.org
January 18-20, 2018 MsAAA Convention Beau Rivage Resort and Casino Biloxi, MS Vicki Morgan 662-299-7836 msaaa.com January 22-24, 2018 AMAA Convention Heritage Inn Great Falls, MT Colleen Campbell 406-781-6461 montanaarialapplicators.org January 24-26, 2018 NM AAA Convention Inn at the Mountain Gods Mescalero, NM Wade Berry 575-640-7258 www.nmagaviation.org February 5-7, 2018 SEAF Convention Dayton Beach Resort and Conference Center Linda Minton www.flagaviation.org February 12-14, 2018 NCAAA Convention Embassy Suites Carey, NC Mike Rivenbark 910-279-7069 ncagaviation@gmail.com February 16-18, 2018 NAAA Spring Board Meeting Hilton Old Town Alexandria, VA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org
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agair mail PEN AND INK This drawing from Richard DeSpain was made from my dad’s Thrush back in the late ‘80s in Carlisle, Arkansas. He was a friend of dad and in fact made another drawing of his Dromader at a later time along with a drawing of dad standing next to his plane - he also used that piece as part of a collage of ag planes/pilots for the cover of the Arkansas AAA convention in the early ‘90s. Neat to find this on the internet - I have all of these prints that I mentioned. Chris Almond Carlisle, Arkansas
Chris, AgAir Update commissioned Richard DeSpain for these drawings over 25 years ago. I believe he has done 14 or 15 different, limited, signed and numbered versions, 1-100, for AgAir Update. This particular one was done in 1992! —Bill
RAINBOW This picture was taken by Rachel Charles, ground crew, employed by Ken Kane/Western Canadian Aerial in Minnedosa, Canada. Johnny Loewen flew this AT-401B Air Tractor with a Walter engine this year for Western Canadian Aerial. I’ve sold the business to Sprague Richardson and he continues with the company. I’m still involved with the business as Operations Manager. Ken Kane Western Canadian Aerial Ltd. Minnedosa, MB Good morning Ken; Thanks for the submission of the really great photo!
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I had heard you had “retired”. I sure was counting on a Ken Kane feature story about reaching the million-acre row crop benchmark in one season; maybe in the future.—Bill
LETTER TO GEORGE LANE/ LANE AVIATION — CIRCA 1982
Remember, our product is service and the farmer, who we provide this service to does not know how to figure our costs - in fact, as we agreed this morning, most of the applicators don’t know how to figure their costs - or, are scared to confront the farmer with a reasonable profit margin based on their cost - if they knew. In fact, the farmer (most of them) can’t figure their own costs. They have been on crop welfare so long they haven’t had to. Remember this, - subsidy, deficiency payment, or whatever you want to call it is nothing but welfare - and at our expense! Does anybody subsidize us? Hell, no! Now, it has always been my idea that it was fair and equitable to charge everybody the same and to make the same profit on everybody. We do deserve a reasonable profit on our service! The only way I figured this could be done was to charge by the hour. It is not my fault that some farmers have small fields and others have large ones, and that some are one mile from my strip and others are 10 miles. I do not believe in losing money on a job that puts me out of range of a competitor’s price just to keep the customer. Let the competitor have him. I want to know what my profit is before I take off and I insist on a profit on every job. Therefor, my business charges are based on the principle of: A Fixed Profit Percentage
which causes a Variable-Acreage Charge, depending on field size and ferry distance. I charge the same hourly rate to everybody! I make the same profit on everybody! ---And, always a profit. I set my profit margin - not my competitor or the farmer. Now, the other way is this: A Fixed Acreage Charge which causes a Variable Profit Percentage, Plus Or Minus, depending on field sizes and ferry distances. This causes us to have to dicker with the large farmer and lose money on the small farmer. Remember, since the farmer does not know our cost or the margin of profit (plus or minus) we make, the only thing he can do to satisfy himself that he is getting the best price he can is to mostly lie about what he has been quoted by our competitors - further cutting us down and keeping us agitated and distrustful of each other when we should all be aware of this not falling for it - and be trying to provide a reasonable profit for a big investment and risky business. I’m not trying to be smart and say I know it all. I have tried this method and I like it and so do my customers. Wish I had tried it 35 years ago, but I took the prices used by the old boys in the business then. Thank God they had a good profit margin then and it lasted a long time. But during the last few years, the high price of planes, labor, parts, overhauls, insurance, interest, depreciation, gas, and everything else caused me to take a look at my position,
and what I saw didn’t please me - and still doesn’t - but I’m doing the best I can in a fair way for the farmer and myself. Remember those famous words you said at some of our price meetings - “I can’t raise my prices. My farmers can’t afford to pay more.” This was said without you knowing their profit picture. You hadn’t seen their financial statement, - all you knew is that they belonged to the country club, had an expensive hunting lease, building a new home with a 5-car garage, and were getting an SBA, FHA loan, CD’s, deficiency payments, while you were worrying about insurance, interest, FAA, EPA, OPA, and all the rest of the government, and don’t forget the harassing phone calls from irate people, too. But, you thought you were doing the right thing. Now don’t forget, you know farmers - they always lose money, blame it on everything and everybody, are never at fault themselves, make you feel sorry for them, and then pay you when they want to - always after everybody else and lately not at all. Now, from what I have said, you may think I don’t like farmers. I don’t! I don’t even like this business anymore, and after 48 years of flying, I don’t like airplanes anymore, especially bi-planes. Would you like to buy me out or do you know anybody down here that isn’t broke who can buy me out? Best regards and best of luck, Clyde Elliott Harlingen, Texas
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The San Joaquin Valley is situated about a two-hour drive south from the diverse and progressive Silicon Valley and historic San Francisco. Although only a short distance apart, the geography and culture change significantly. The hubs of Google, Apple, Microsoft quickly give way to vast farmlands filled with an excess of 20 crop varieties; from onions and pistachios to cotton and soybeans. Long before the technology wave of the 1990s and the beginnings of this computing mecca, Al Grouleff was establishing the roots of Grouleff Aviation and it would bloom into the multi-generational agricultural aviation operation it is today. Al served in World War II, flying �The Hump� in C-46s (powered by two R-2800s). Never having flown before, he joined the Air Force and applied for the Cadet program. While waiting to be assigned to flight school, Al decided it might be a good idea to take a ride in an airplane just to make sure he would like it. He found an old timer who volunteered to take him for a ride in a J-3 Cub. From that point on, Al knew aviation would be his lifelong career. Although Al applied for P-38 training, the Air Force decided they
Greg, Jr. lands for another load. The nurse truck is positioned at the edge of the field for quick turnarounds, which is a common practice among helicopter operators.
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The Grouleffs. L-R: Don Grouleff, Greg Grouleff, Sr., Al Grouleff, Heather Grouleff (Stone), Adelie Eve Grouleff and Greg Grouleff, Jr.
needed C-46 pilots. It was getting late in the war, 1944, and Al figured active duty in a C-46 was better than waiting for the P-38 slot that may never come to be.
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With less than 300 hours of total time, 20 years old, and after a checkout in the C-46, Al piloted from the left seat in a C-46 formation headed east from the United States, through Africa and India, into China. From China, the missions over “The Hump” originated, crossing the Himalaya Mountains into India. Navigation consisted of primarily an ADF. Loaded with cargo, fuel, troops and munitions, the C-46 aircraft crossed ”The Hump” at 19,000 MSL and returned at 21,000 MSL, barely clearing the mountains and in most cases in IMC conditions.
After the war, Al figured he could get hired by the Chinese National Airway Corporation. That was before Communism stepped in, derailing any such plans. He returned to his home in El Centro in the Imperial Valley. Finally, he landed a seat flying 220 horsepower Stearman dusters for Growers Service. In 1947, Jim Vedder helped him land a seat at the fast growing, newly formed in 1946, Agair, Inc. that was amassing a fleet of Stearmans. In July of 1948, Agair, Inc. opened an operation in San Joaquin. Al moved to San Joaquin to run the operation using several Stearmans. He quickly converted the 450-horsepower Stearmans to 600-horsepower Stear-Cats. The wings were modified at Vern’s Wing Shop to the 4412 airfoil. Vern also added aileron servos and aileron gap covers (seals). These modifications made the Stear-Cat a real performer that was light on the controls and could carry 275 gallons. In 1973, in one giant leap, Agair, Inc. took delivery of two AT-300s, serial numbers four and six. And, the following year, serial numbers 20 and 21. The first two were powered by P&W R-985s with 300-gallon hoppers. The second two were delivered with P&W R-1340s. The original two were converted to 600-horsepower engines. Al bought the San Joaquin operation in 1976 using their secondary name of Aerial Chemical Corp. Mrs. Grouleff couldn’t stand the name and within a year the company became Grouleff Aviation, Inc. With a fleet of five AT-301s with 350-gallon hoppers, planting, fertilizing and controlling weeds in grain, along with the regular fare of cotton and alfalfa work, Grouleff Aviation found themselves working the piston Air Tractors 1,200 hours a season. Al sold one of the AT301s and converted the fleet to two factory Bull Thrush with four AT-301s. The company needed the extra speed and hopper capacity of the Bull Thrush. Grouleff Aviation was constantly pushing Air Tractor for a 400-gallon aircraft that could fly with the hopper full on 600 horsepower.
1. Greg Grouleff, Jr. making a typical application at dusk. 2. This Robinson R44 Raven II has its instrument panel highly modified by including the AutoCal flow control unit and associated accessory switches. The SATLOC Bantam head unit and light bar are mounted for high visibility and ease-of-use. 3. Grouleff Aviation operates two AT-502Bs in addition to two Robinson R44 Raven IIs. 4. When outfitting the recently purchased R44 Raven II for aerial application, the pump was switched from the traditional right side of the helicopter, and the tank was modified. This gives the helicopter more balance than the right-side mounted pump. Other modifications were the removal of most 90 degree bends in the plumbing to achieve a higher flow-rate required for some applications.
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In 1985 Grouleff Aviation became an Air Tractor dealer. Greg Grouleff, Sr. had pestered Leland Snow so much for a 400-gallon Air Tractor to sell, that they had to take the first one in 1986 for their spray business. When, in fact, they wanted the first AT-501. It turned out the AT-401 became one of the best piston ag aircraft Air Tractor ever built.
granddad, Al, and soon enough most all applications were completed during the dusk-to-dawn period.
From that point, Grouleff Aviation upgraded their equipment with Air Tractors, through the AT-802 and now operate two AT-502Bs and two Robinson R44 Raven II helicopters.
All Grouleff Aviation fleet have additional equipment (i.e. lights) to safely and effectively perform nighttime aerial applications. The AT502s are uniquely setup for liquid and dry work, including sulfur dust. Grouleff Aviation applies about 500,000 lbs a year. The entire fleet of airplanes and helicopters have SATLOC Bantams with AutoCal flow control units.
Grouleff Aviation is a multi-generational operation. Al is still at the office along with sons Don and Greg. Greg manages the day to day office operations and since 2011 they have had the help of Greg Grouleff, Jr.
San Joaquin crops are as diverse as the big city of San Francisco to the north; onions, garlic, lettuce, tomatoes, alfalfa, cotton, almonds, pistachios, grapes...over 20 different varieties.
Greg, Jr. is on his sixth season of ag-flying. Starting off his career in the AT-502, Greg did his first two seasons strictly in the airplane. After a push from local growers and PCAs (Pest Control Advisor), Grouleff Aviation added a Robinson R44 Raven II to their fleet. In the fall of 2016, Grouleff Aviation added a second, brand new Robinson R44 Raven II. Greg, Jr. transitioned to the helicopter and has spent the last three seasons mostly flying the Robinson at night.
“There are nights when I have 10 jobs, each a different crop,” comments Greg, Jr.
Night flying is not unique to the San Joaquin Valley, but a necessity. Matter of fact, night aerial application was thought to be pioneered in this location. George Willett is given credit for making the first night aerial application in 1947 in a Stearman he modified with two 450-watt lights mounted on the “N” strut. This caught the attention of Greg, Jr.’s
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Over 90% of the work is flown from the Grouleff’s home base in San Joaquin. The operation “leap-frogs” nurse trucks (using two with one always ahead of the other for the next job) for the helicopter, so downtime is minimized. The helicopter can continue to operate and not wait on support equipment. Grouleff Aviation has a long history in agricultural aviation. From the 1940s to today, Al Grouleff was a pioneer in nighttime aerial applications, an integral part of the Air Tractor development and realworld testing and a voice for the eventual use of SEAT aircraft for firefighting. His sons, Don and Greg, Sr. and his grandson Greg, Jr., continue his business alongside him.
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Greg Jr. and wife Heather have just welcomed the fourth generation into the Grouleff Aviation family, Adelie Eve Grouleff. However, the young Grouleff’s are going to have to share! Greg Jr. met Heather Stone (as the Stone in Southeastern Aircraft, an Air Tractor dealer in south Florida) during an NAAA convention in Savannah, Georgia. The two met at random on River Street, then realized not only were they in the same business, but that their grandfathers were close friends, as well as knowing their parents. Heather is the granddaughter of the late Mr. Chuck Stone, and the daughter of Rick and Mary Stone. Heather and Adelie are regulars at the office of Grouleff Aviation, where they truly are keeping it in the “family”.
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Diversification works in California by Bill Lavender
A New Zealand native with a father who was a top dressing pilot (the New Zealand term for aerial fertilizer spreading) flying a Fletcher FU24, it is no surprise that when Roger Hewett arrived in the United States 46 years ago that he would search out an ag-operation for employment. Roger signed on with Lakeland Dusters in Corcoran California as an ag-pilot in 1971. Twenty years later, he purchased Blair Air Service in Lemoore, California in 1991. The spraying operation was originally formed in the 1950s. Roger has grown the company from a single AT-400 Air Tractor to seven Air Tractors; two AT-502As with PT6A45 engines, two AT-502Bs with PT6A-34AG engines, two AT-802As with PT6A-65AG engines and one AT-301 with a P&W R-1340 radial engine, fondly nicknamed “Old Thunder”. Two of the AT-502s came with the recent purchase of Hale Aviation in Huron, California. Hale Aviation was bought in partnership with longtime employee (15 years) Ryan Boucher. Ryan is also a partner in the ground division, Blair Ground Service, that compliments Blair Air Service. When questioned about the need for the AT-502As with their higher horsepower engines Roger replied, “Early on after buying Blair Air
Just part of the air crew at Blair Air Service in Lemoore, California. (L-R) Case Zonneveld, Ryan Boucher, Lachlan Jones, Roger Hewett, Doug Hill and Ken Edmondson. Lachlan Jones is a guest ag-pilot from Australia flying at Blair Air Service. He comes from the well known Jones family of ag-operators in Down Under.
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In addition to the fixed wing aircraft, Blair Air Service operates three OH-58 helicopters with a fourth one coming online later in 2017. The OH-58 is a military version of the popular Bell 206 Jet Ranger. Supporting the OH-58 as a backup sprayer, the company has a Bell 47 and uses a Hughes 300 for field spotting. “At Blair, we believe the aerial application industry in California is moving toward using more helicopters. This is because of urbanization and the need to be considerate of the public. The helicopters are quieter, turn closer to the application site and all around less visible to the public, especially during night operations,” explains Roger. “We recognized the need to use helicopters for sensitive area spraying about seven years ago. That need has increasingly grown with each year since.” The helicopters are outfitted with Isolair spray systems, Auto-Cal flow controllers and Kawak hydraulics to power the spray pump. Agricultural Pest Control Advisors (PCAs) provide variable rate prescriptions for the helicopters. Most prescriptions are written for growth regulators on cotton. One Air Tractor is outfitted with Air Repair’s variable-rate gate. It is in
Sulfur bags waiting for the next Blair Air Service aircraft. The facility has offices, storage and maintenance with a drive-through parking and loading area. the experimental stages of making variable rate fertilizer applications based on ground speed. The GPS units used in the aircraft are SATLOCs with a TracMap unit in the AT-301. Both helicopters and fixed wing aircraft are used for frost patrol. This diverse fleet of ag-aircraft requires two full-time helicopter pilots, with the addition of a third later this year, and five Air Tractor pilots. Blair Air Service pilots have flown as much as 1,200 hours during the year-round season. However, a more typical annual flight time is about 800 hours. The busiest time of the year is from June through September. But, in recent years there has been an increase in applications in the spring on almond tree blooms. In the last few years, there has been a dramatic increase in almond tree orchards maturing into production.
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Joel Gibson, Jesse Lowrey, and Louis Estanol: Joel and Louis are IA mechanics and keep the helicopters in the air. Also, they are refurbishing several OH58s to bring into the fleet. Jessie is one of the two helicopter spray pilots. To say that applying pesticides and fertilizers in California can be challenging would be an understatement. Whether it be by ground or air, stringent regulations are in place that make operations difficult; ranging from buffer zones to protect farm workers and the public to having a PCA approval for every application. Working with PCAs can require a degree of coordination, however, it does take away some of the responsibility of the application when it comes to
Application rates range from 5-100 gallons per acre (GPA). A variety of crops are treated that include cotton, tomatoes, field corn, grain, almonds, pistachios, walnuts and onions. However, typical application rates are 5-10 GPA. There are a few oddity applications that require extreme application rates by air; an application for onions may need 40 GPA. Often, tomatoes are “whitewashed” with an application of Surround at 100 GPA. This is an application that covers the tomato with a white milky film that protects it from the sun. A Transland spreader is used for this liquid application. Even walnut trees sometimes require this high rate application to protect the nuts in the upper parts of the tree. Another unique application made by Blair Air Service is to control curly top virus that can infect tomato plants causing them to wilt. The virus is transmitted by sugar beet leafhoppers. The state of California has a program that provides shape files for applications in the foothills on the western side of the San Joaquin Valley. This is where the leafhopper resides. The state scouts for the leafhopper, creates the shape file and orders an application of eight ounces of malathion mixed in one gallon of water per acre. The applications are funded by a state levy on tomatoes sold.
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An application that is familiar to California operators, but not so much to other ag-operations is sulfur dusting. This dust application, from the heritage of crop dusting, is made at 30-40 pounds per acre. Traditionally, the AT-301 was used for this application, but recently one of the AT502Bs has been dedicated to this complex application. Before the AT502B was put to work dusting sulfur, its engine received a modification to protect it against corrosion. A silver coated shaft sleeve in the engine was replaced with a steel sleeve. Sulfur dust is highly reactive to silver. Additionally, an electrical grounding cable is attached to the aircraft to release any static electricity before loading the sulfur after a flight. Even so, the risk of a hopper fire is always present. 95% sulfur dust is not only corrosive, but highly flammable with a very low ignition point. In May, things change at Blair Air Service. The daytime outside air temperature has started to increase and the relative humidity begins to drop. There are more farm workers in the fields and bees are active during the day. These four factors are primary reasons applications start switching from daytime to nighttime. About 5 p.m., farm workers begin to leave the fields, the bees return to their hives and outside air temperature and relative humidity become more favorable for aerial applications. Blair Air Service’s aircraft start to prepare for their nighttime missions. Depending on the workload, flying can last until dawn. Blair Air Service also offers full application services through its sister company, Blair Ground Service. This includes an extensive list of ground spraying equipment; 34 air blast orchard sprayers, 12 John Deere Hi-Cycle 6000 and 6500 series sprayers and four John Deere
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The bug It was a buggy night. Our runway was adjacent to a recently cut wheat field. The days were long, hot and dusty. As the sun sank below the horizon, the air cooled slightly. The irrigation canal that flowed along the other side of the runway was full and drew every creature within smelling distance to it.
After a couple loads, I needed to get out of the airplane and adjust my nozzles. When I exited the cockpit I laid my helmet on the seat as I usually do and proceeded to take care of the business at hand. It does feel good to get out and stretch now and then.
The bugs were so thick they caused the loader crew problems. During takeoff, in the Thrush’s lights it looked like you were plowing through a snow blizzard.
I climbed back in the cockpit, strapped in and innocently squished my helmet back onto my head, squirming it around a little to get it snug and to get my odd shaped ears folded up into the correct position. The hopper was full. Fuel was good. The runway clear and the throttle went forward.
Unbeknownst to me however, something else was taking place. Something sinister. Something dark. Something that would soon threaten my very sanity. Something was crawling into my helmet. Some insidious little creature, hiding there, waiting...
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It started moving a little, right on top of my noggin. At first I thought it was just an itch, maybe just some more of my hair falling out. Then, whatever it was, began moving in different directions, increasing its intensity with each excursion. It was annoying, but I continued on, thinking much of a problem. I had a full load and were using wasn’t the best that sort of landing. been trained in military hadn’t I? Surely I could
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Mentally combating the thing digging into my scalp, I made my passes. They seemed so long. This load was taking way too long! It dug here and then dug there. Growing more aggressive, perhaps more hungry while the seconds turned to minutes. “Scratch ... scratch ... scratch ...” Then it made its way toward my left ear! My mind screamed in protest! NO! NO! NO! If it made it in there I was finished for sure! There would be no way to fight back once it penetrated my ear! I pulled the stick back shaking my head violently. Desperately climbing above the wires, I reached up and shoved my helmet side to side and fore and aft. I jammed my finger between my ear cup and my skull and tried to engage it in a hand to hand battle, but it retreated out of reach. I thought of yanking my helmet off and trying to forcefully evict it, but I only have so many hands and the upper air was a little rough to leave the airplane to its own volition even for a moment. So I pressed on and gritted my teeth a little harder. I had a job to do. A mission to accomplish. Even so, the battle raged inside my helmet and I felt myself growing more anxious. The nuisance of it faded into pain and
pain became agony! “Scratch ... scratch ... scratch ... crawl ... crawl ... crawl ...” Every little voice in my mind cried out in protest, “Make it stop! Make it stop!” I imagined the beastly little thing tearing shreds from my sweaty scalp, or maybe boring a tiny hole into my brain taking over my conscience in some sort of science fiction way that would cause me to become one of ‘them’. It was winning the battle and I still had forty acres left to spray! Thinking back to biology class, I recalled some creatures complete their life cycle by laying eggs in the flesh of a hapless victim, dooming the poor sucker to being an unwilling incubator for its organ eating larvae. I shook the thought away immediately! Something warm and wet dripped down the side of my face. I moved my hand there hoping it wasn’t blood! Nope. Just more sweat. Whew! My hands started to shake as I lined up for my last pass. Snatching the money handle closed, I swung the airplane around to make a quick, if sloppy, headland pass and poured on the coals to get back to the runway pronto! When the airplane finally came to rest next to the loader truck, I ripped my helmet from my head and dug my hands into the spaces of it. My fingers grasped a wriggling little thing with a hard shell and pincers on the front of its head. It looked at me accusingly through whatever it used as eyes, as I angrily squished it between my fingers. Victory at last! The question still remains however concerning its ‘life cycle’... Fly well, stay safe and check your helmet!
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up my spine as it relocated to different places in my helmet. My head shook involuntarily, as the nerves in my scalp reacted to the beast’s attacks. Yes, it had transformed from bug to beast in only a few short seconds. A metamorphosis of sorts. Probably a result of absorbing some sort of remote enzyme from my skin. It prowled around, searching out whatever it was looking for. Perhaps an opportune spot on my cranium that would grant it access to my brain? “scratch ... scratch ... scratch ... crawl ... crawl ... crawl, scratch ... scratch ... scratch ...” There was nothing I could do. I was helpless. My only recourse was to grit my teeth and just try to outlast the thing.
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Female Brazilian ag-pilot visits U.S. operation I am writing to you now, directly from Caldwell, a small town in the state of Idaho. The region here is known as the Treasure Valley. A conservative and quiet atmosphere is prevalent here. To my delight, I see crops that are a complete novelty for me: mint, alfalfa, turnip, mustard, beet, clover and hops. There are others that I am familiar as well: onions, corn and carrots. Unlike Brazil, my home country, much of the sugar here is made from sugar beets, and the taste is identical to sugar made from
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Another novelty that I saw here for the first time was the application of copper after a heavy rain or hail storm, the copper on the onion crops helps them to recover quickly from the “thump”. Those who work with aerial spraying in this region always seek to have a reserve of copper for emergencies. In addition to insects, other pests like mites and aphids prowl the crops. Most Treasure Valley businesses have two aircraft. Around here, there are about 8 to 10 turboprops and some 6 piston airplanes (mostly radials). The rate of application of the pesticides seemed surprisingly high compared to that of Brazil: 10 gallons per acre. I initially thought it was because of the high temperatures (I’ve seen variations ranging from unbelievable 38 degrees C to zero!). But, I was wrong...even with high temperatures and low relative humidity, the large amount of water required is to the recommendation of the agronomists and sometimes the product label.
It is also common for the pilot to spray the same field more than once, as certain defenses can not be mixed. Then in these cases a separate charge is made for fungicide and another for insecticide, for example.
in Brazil, some crops are located at the foot of these mountains, demanding more attention from the pilot, especially for having an operation that was totally surprising and admirable for me: night flights! In Brazil, we can operate from half an hour before sunrise until half an hour after sunset. This rule does not exist here.
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Bill Hubler, with more than 50 years of experience in agricultural activity, was already flying at night 50 years ago. The company that hosted me operates with night vision goggles. They are the first in the region to use this technology, which is not a requirement for flying at night, but which, according to the pilots, greatly increases the safety of the operation. Because the equipment restricted to the pilots who have the certification, I could not try them, but the description given to me is that the sensation is like daytime! According to the pilots, the night vision goggles allow even the stars to be seen.
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aerial application activity, obviously reducing the fatigue and the stress of the one who flies at night. The weight of the equipment is about 590 grams and operates with batteries that last from 40 to 50 hours. Although it is not mandatory to operate with this tool, pilots need specific training and the cockpit needs to be certified, as well as GPS, since these glasses change the perception of the lights. Once again, I see myself before a new world where I find similarities and novelties. Once again I confirm the deserved respect we should have for the rural community and especially for agricultural aviation. I am proud to be part of this industry where seeds and sweat are mixed. The man who works in the field, whether by planting or flying, has common traits that go far beyond nationality. Juliana Torchetti, 37, began her aviation career as a flight instructor. She flew as a Boeing 737 co-pilot and 727 freighter. Her passion for agricultural aviation called and she decided to change her aviation career. Now, as a third year agricultural pilot flying an Ipanema in Brazil, she feels that she has began her dream as an ag-pilot. Her view of ag-aviation is with discipline and good humor to handle the daily challenges of the profession.
Editor’s note: Juliana Torchetti has been smitten by the “love bug”. I extend to her a warm congratulations for her recent wedding to Joe Coppick, an ag-pilot flying in Idaho. I don’t know Juliana’s future plans, but she has “hooked up” with a great guy that I’ve known for years. I wish both Juliana and Joe a lifetime of happiness.
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Enjoy Southern barbecue and agpilot fellowship before the NAAA convention. Live music, great food, ag-aircraft display and demos, along with good ol’ Southern hospitality.
Fly-in to the KPXE (Perry-Houston County Airport) and taxi up to the AgAir Update hangar. Drive-in to Perry, GA (on Interstate 75, 90 miles south of Atlanta) and park at the AgAir Update hangar. Motorhome space available (no power). Register at http://www.agairupdate.com/hangarparty October 2017
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NAAA develops shooting-response checklist after rash of ag aircraft shootings NAAA has developed a checklist of actions operators and pilots can take if someone discharges a firearm at their aircraft, actions that occurred at an alarming rate over the summer. Just within the span of one month’s time, ag aircraft were fired upon by residents on at least three occasions. On July 18, an ag plane working near Belgrade, Mont., was hit twice by shots fired from the ground. Rob Nicholson was applying fungicide to a wheat field and turning around a subdivision about a half-mile away when two bullets pierced his plane. Headwaters Flying Service owner/operator Cody Folkvord told the Bozeman Daily Chronicle one bullet penetrated the aircraft’s left wing and another its right wing—with the second bullet striking “a foot-anda-half, at most” from the cockpit. On Aug. 11, the helicopter of an ag pilot working near Omaha, Neb., was damaged after being struck by at least two shotgun blasts. The pilot believes he was shot at three times during a turnaround between passes and hit by at least two of the shotgun blasts. The large number of pellets spread out and damaged numerous places on the helicopter’s skin including the cabin door. Quick notification of law enforcement authorities by the operator and pilot led to the alleged shooter being apprehended and arrested. Few details have been released about the most recent reported incident, but a 27-year-old man was arrested Aug. 18 for allegedly shooting at an ag plane in Bowling Green, Mo., that morning. Shooting at an ag aircraft is a provocative and potentially deadly act that requires swift action. The checklist on the adjacent page includes tips on how to report a shooting incident and spread the word so the perpetrator can be brought to justice. It is important for the public to realize how dangerous these careless acts are and to ensure there are repercussions for anyone who shoots at ag aircraft. Over and above state laws, it is a federal crime to shoot at aircraft, including unmanned aircraft systems. Penalties can be as severe as 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Even the threat of shooting down an aircraft can result in a five-year prison sentence. In addition to the shooting-response checklist, NAAA is available to offer additional assistance in the event of an ag aircraft shooting. Contact NAAA at (202) 546-5722 for further support.
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If you or a pilot of yours is shot at while operating an ag aircraft, undoubtedly one of the main things going through your mind after the initial shock subsides is what to do and who to call to report the shooting. NAAA has prepared a checklist on how to respond in the event someone discharges a firearm at your aircraft. Follow these steps. 1. Inform Local Law Enforcement While the laws vary from state to state, you should immediately report to your local law enforcement agency that someone has shot at your aircraft, even if your aircraft is not hit. Depending on the state, an individual discharging a firearm at an aircraft could be charged with anything from the negligent discharge of a firearm to attempted murder. It’s important to contact the enforcement body with jurisdiction over the locality where the offense occurred. The sooner you can contact law enforcement, the better chance of apprehending the shooter. 2. Contact the FBI Be sure to file a report with the FBI regional office for your area. The contact information for the regional office is available at www. fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices. In addition to state laws, it is a federal crime to shoot at aircraft, including shooting at UAVs. Penalties can be as severe as 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Even the threat of shooting down an aircraft can get you five years in prison. 3. Report it to the FAA National Safety Hotline After safely landing, you should report the incident by calling the FAA Safety Hotline at 1-800-255-1111 or online at hotline.faa.gov. This contact is a single avenue for anyone from FAA employees to concerned citizens to file a report regarding violations of federal aviation regulations or the safety of the national airspace. 4. Call your Local Flight Standards Office (FSO) Your local Flight Standards Office (formerly called FSDO) consists of aviation officials who are your local contact to the FAA. While local law enforcement and the FBI take care of criminal matters, be sure your local FSO is given details on the incident.
5. File a NASA Aviation Safety Report The primary purpose of a NASA aviation safety report is to collect data related to the national airspace to reduce aviation accidents and incidents. Your confidential and non-punitive report will go directly into the Aviation Safety Reporting System (ASRS), ensuring your experience will be used as data to contribute to aviation safety. The incident information can be recorded on the General Report Form for electronic submission, or the form can be printed for completion and mailing by U.S. mail. The General Report Form is available online at asrs.arc.nasa.gov/report/electronic.html. 6. Tell Other Pilots Whether it’s through social media, message boards, email or word of mouth, let other pilots in your area know when and where the incident occurred. Highlighting your experience can help other pilots maintain some extra situational awareness when flying in the area. 7. Notify Local News Media Share your encounter and safety concerns with the local media to inform the non-piloting public of these same concerns, as well as the penalties associated with willfully shooting at an aircraft. Getting your story out could help catch the perpetrator if the suspected shooter has not been apprehended and might make someone else think twice before discharging a firearm at an aircraft. 8. Contact Your Insurance Agent In the event physical damage is done to your aircraft, contact your insurance agent. The company will ensure repairs are made to the aircraft in accordance with your policy. There is a possibility the insurance company could pursue action against the parties that may be liable for the loss. If you need additional assistance in the event of an aircraft shooting incident, contact NAAA at (202) 546-5722. NAAA also has a checklist of steps to take after a UAV encounter. Learn more at agaviation.org/uav-encounter-checklist.
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On Thursday August 31st the AAAA hosted Senator Boozman’s new ag liason Skylar Sowder and two of his legislative aids, Mary Catherine Cromley and Ty Davis at Tommy Anderson’s hangar in Sherrill. Brian Hawkins and Tommy discussed the ins and outs of running the office, while Michael Hutchins gave an overview of being an ag aviator and Doug Gibson discussed the importance of our association. Dr. Dennis Gardisser spoke to complexities of the aerial application business and Brandon Everett did a great job briefing the staff on our challenges when it comes to hauling fuel in our loader trucks. This has been a constant issue for us over the past few years and we hope to work with the Senator’s team to find a solution to the problem. While the weather unfortunately didn’t allow for any flying that day we certainly appreciate the staff’s willingness to learn more about the association and we look forward to working with them and Senator Boozman more in the future.
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It was a privilege and honor being asked to participate in the ESAMSU (Entomological Society of America - Mississippi State University) Science Policy Field Tour titled “Balancing Pest Management and Pollination Health”. The event was hosted by Mississippi State University at Provine Helicopters’ operation in Greenwood, Mississippi. This program was established through a joint effort with the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation, Mississippi Agricultural Aviation Association, Mississippi Agricultural Consultants Association, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce and the Mississippi State University Extension Service. For the past four years, these organizations have worked together for improved communication and further encourage more collaboration between producers, our industry and beekeepers. The tour showcased the enthusiasm, commitment and passion associated with Mississippi agriculture. It provided a unique insight opportunity into the role of Mississippi’s diverse cropping systems, pesticide application techniques, on going agricultural research projects and pollinator protection. Dr. Jeff Gore-MSU, Dr. Angus Catchot-MSU, and Dr. Melissa Siebert-
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Taxi fare, about $0.08 USD . And, you never know whom you share a ride with. Here , author catching a ride. Dr. Albert Pingoy, Albert as he would rather be known, is a young man of 28 years. He has completed medical school, earning his doctorate. He was raised by his father, a surgeon, and his mother, a cardiologist. His brother and sister are also both physicians. It is a tradition within his family to study medicine and work as a doctor. The family operates a 100-bed hospital in the city of Cotabato, south of Davao. But, Albert had a love for flying that superseded his love for medicine.
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During Albert’s studies he completed his commercial pilot’s license. After obtaining his medical degree, he came to the United States to undertake further medical training and to complete his aviation training including ag pilot training. Albert earned his multi-engine and instrument ratings in Norman, Oklahoma. Afterwards, he enrolled at AG-Flight where he completed his ag pilot training. While working on his pilot’s license in Davao,
Albert developed a relationship with an aviation company called Air Services Coop, a cooperative that sprays bananas for Stanfilco, a Dole company. Air Services Coop was formed from a group of independent operators in 1992 by Dr. Tionko at the request of Dole. The coop flies primarily for the Dole Company, but also sprays other banana plantations in the area. The main office is located at Davao City International
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Airport. The coop has five airstrips located west and southwest of the city. Air Services Coop treats about 18-20,000 hectares of bananas per month. The company operates six of nine ag aircraft seven days a week from 5:30a to 8:30a. There is concern for the wind and temperature, halting applications during the early part of the morning. The six aircraft are comprised of five 600 Thrush and an Ag Cat. Until this year, the company had an additional two Ag Cats, but misfortune led to accidents that have the Ag Cats in the maintenance shop for rebuild. The pilots take one or two days off each week, if scheduling permits. Full-time pilots receive a base pay of $15,000 pesos a month plus $3.75 pesos per hectare (twenty-five pesos = one USD). The part-time pilots earn eight to nine pesos per hectare sprayed. In a good month a fulltime pilot will earn about $40,000 pesos ($1,600 USD), including his base salary. The full-time pilots average 700 hours a year. Aerial applications are made using Micronair rotary atomizers. Typically, the application rates are 30 liters/hectare (3 gallons/acre). Most applications are fungicides on banana trees combating sigatoka fungi. Tilt and Kocide are popular fungicides. The applications are scheduled ten days apart, sometimes closer, as often as four days under heavy fungus pressure. Air Services Coop operates within an area twenty miles to the north, fifty miles to the west and 100 miles to the south of Davao. In this area the company maintains five airstrips. There are three other ag air services in Davao province. Although Air Services Coop’s main customer is Dole, it competes with these companies for other banana plantation’s business.
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The term adjuvant is derived from a Latin word that means to aid. It’s a good name for adjuvants because that’s what they do. An adjuvant is not a pesticide or an active, but when mixed with an active, adjuvants aid actives by enhancing their activity or improving the application process. Agricultural adjuvants have their roots in the 1800s with the use of animal soaps to increase the toxicity of arsenical formulations on weeds. Soaps are still used widely today, but adjuvant technology has come a long way since their introduction. Today, all pesticide products have adjuvants in their formulations (in-can), and almost all are tank-mixed with additional adjuvants. The marketing spotlight is usually on the pesticide, but in many ways, agriculture is an adjuvant world. Adjuvants are the workhorses of the ag chemical industry. Adjuvants make water wetter, solubilize pesticides and leaf cuticles, emulsify oils in water or water in oil, increase spray retention and rainfastness, increase absorption, enhance deposition, mitigate drift, and do many other things. Choosing the right adjuvant depends on the pesticide and the targeted pests (the species and growth stage), environmental conditions (temperature, light, humidity, and rainfall), the spray mixture, and application parameters (spray volume, pressure
and desired droplet size). And yes, the cost is also an important consideration. Some adjuvants provide a lot of value at a low cost, but not all. It’s never a bargain if the adjuvant does not work. Don’t buy the hype, buy adjuvants that you or someone you trust know will perform. Pesticide companies usually do not put enough adjuvants in-can for optimum performance. Sometimes it’s a formulation issue such as ingredients not being compatible when concentrated together or the manufacturers do not want to dilute their pesticides with all the adjuvant it needs. Adjuvants need to do a lot of different adjuvant functions to cover all possible circumstances. Additionally, pesticide companies have to cooperate with the chemical distributors that sell their pesticides, and the distributors usually have their own brand of adjuvants that they want to sell. There are thousands of tank-mix adjuvants to choose from on the market today. Knowing the right ones to use can be difficult. The best place for the applicator to start is to look at the product labels. Most pesticide labels recommend adding tank-mix adjuvants under some conditions. EPA approves the directions for adjuvant use on the pesticide label. Pesticide labels seldom mention adjuvant brands, but refer to adjuvant
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Low & Slow An Insider’s History of Agricultural Aviation
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Like most far-reaching discoveries, awareness of calcium cyanamid’s ability to defoliate cotton came about by accident. A trailer of the pelletized material was being applied to lands adjoining a large cotton field during late September, when the cotton was naturally maturing. In opening and handling the 50-pound bags of Black Annie, a great deal of “dust” was released and spread by a light wind across the cotton field where it settled on the broad, green leaves. A few days later, farm personnel returned to the area and immediately noticed that the bulk of the leaves had been shed from the cotton, leaving the limbs and unopened bolls clean and well-exposed to the sunlight. The bolls opened
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Early ag aircraft were incredible performers. Nothing built today outperforms them in the weight/horsepower category. This Waco, piloted by Don Wright, applies rape seed in Nebraska in 1929.
Naturally, American Cyanamid Corporation was advised and the firm quickly went to work grinding a large amount of this material into dust form. Experiments were carried out, using both ground and aerial applicators. It was found that application of 25 to 40 pounds of this dust would nicely defoliate most cotton. Within a very short time, calcium cyanamid was being supplied in quantity to a tremendous market under the name Aero Cyanamid Special Grade. This was undoubtedly the first time that a product was named especially for the aircraft industry that would apply it! Crop dusters loved Black Annie, but they also hated it. It produced much-needed revenue and it did a good job, but it was unquestionably the messiest, nastiest material ever developed for aircraft use! The finely ground black powder could seek out and find every crevice that an aircraft had. After one day defoliating, a brand new airplane looked 10 years old!
Waco Model 1 O flying rape seed in Nebraska corn, 1929. Don Wright was the pilot. With pilots, it was just as bad. The stuff was light, fluffy, very black, and it turned pilots black! After three or four swaths, pilots were unrecognizable and washing it off was a chore. Ordinary soap hardly fazed it at all. One day, some unsung genius showered, using his wife’s Dove beauty soap, a delicate, perfumed soap containing a high percentage of cold cream. It worked like a charm. The Black Annie disappeared like magic under its lather. In cotton growing regions during defoliating season, the suppliers of Dove soap couldn’t meet the demand.
Pilot Don Wright (center) and the Wickersham Brothers successfully seeded rape by air in 1929 in Nebraska. Black Annie, besides being messy, had one other inconvenient drawback. For reasons not clearly understood, some individuals could not expose themselves to Black Annie and then have a couple of convivial beers. Although not every pilot was affected, many were. The results were astonishing. A cold-sober pilot could consume one or two beers and almost immediately sink into a complete daze! Not technically drunk, just badly addled. Sometimes skin reactions would occur, the victim would turn beet red,
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appear to be on the verge of apoplexy, and have no idea at all where he was or what he was doing. Most duster pilots soon learned to avoid alcohol, especially beer, during defoliation season. Smart aleck old-timers would often insist that a new man have a few beers with them at the local tavern after being exposed to Black Annie. The results were often hilarious. Good clean fun, typical of the times and the dusting fraternity.
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This all occurred before the advent of EPA and other consumer protection agencies, and nothing was ever done about this phenomenon. Today, a congressional investigation would be instituted immediately. Aero Cyanamid Special Grade held a virtual monopoly insofar as defoliants were concerned until the early 1950s. By that time, liquid spraying was taking over from dry materials and numerous new products began entering the market. This development will be discussed in some detail later on. During the 1930s, fertilizing by air also developed, more or less, on its own. Farmers all over the country, especially in regions where winter cereal crops were grown, began experimenting with aircraft application, or top dressing, especially during wet spring weather when turf conditions prevented the use of ground distributors. For the most part, this fertilizing consisted of the application of pelletized nitrogen, broadcast at rates of 100 to 200 pounds per acre. The unvaned spreaders or venturis of this era were not particularly well-adapted to even distribution, but skillful pilots using great care could do an adequate job. Again, however, operators undercharged for their fertilizer work at one cent per pound or less. Mechanical loaders had not appeared, so all materials were loaded by hand. The resulting gross revenue per hour under these conditions was ridiculously low.
As the war progressed, the Washington hierarchy began to realize that the agricultural flying business was badly needed to help increase food and fiber production. Consequently, a program was enacted that exempted ag flying people from direct military service. Many pilots were returned to their former positions, and the industry was determined to be essential. When the war ended, the stage was set for remarkable expansion. Thousands of surplus aircraft, some well-suited to the ag flying industry, were immediately and economically available. Also, hundreds of abandoned air fields and strips, complete with hangars, became available, especially in the South and Southeast.
Even more promising, however, was the fact that commercial chemical firms had at last come up with some highly effective materials, notably DDT, BHC, and 2,4-D for combating insects, disease, and weeds. These materials had been effectively used by the military in every comer of the world, applied for the most part with jerry-built spraying units attached to a number of different military aircraft. Exciting times were ahead. The very air buzzed with promise. Swaggering young military pilots began buying up surplus aircraft, especially the Boeing Kaydet (Stearman PT-17 and PT-13), and the modem era of agricultural aviation was about to be born. The land south of Coral Gables and southwest of Miami on the east Florida coast is deceptive. At first glance, it appears to be nothing more than a monotonous stretch of uncolorful sand, dotted with an occasional palm and lots of palmetto. Almost perfectly flat, it rises to just a few feet above sea level and is scattered with coral rock. Alligators and diamondback rattlers inhabit the marsh land that makes up a part of this region.
But despite its drab appearance, this land was, and is one of the prime vegetable growing regions of the world. The 12-month growing season spawns much of the country’s “outof season” produce, particularly tomatoes and snap beans. Consequently, agricultural flying has figured prominently in this region, particularly around the little town of Homestead, which lies just east of the huge Everglades National Park. Delta Air Service “discovered” Homestead in the 1920s and, for many years, sent its fleet into the area. The flying season began in late October and extended through the winter months and into June. Tomatoes were the principal crop treated by these early operators and aircraft dusting was an old story there well before World War II. The original Huff-Daland Dusters, and later Delta Air Service, expanded into some citrus work even in those Dark Ages. But, as in most localities, no real expansion occurred until shortly after the war. One of the first of this generation of Florida firms was Hall Dusting Service of Homestead.
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And then World War II came along. This event disrupted the small agricultural flying business tremendously. However, in some ways the war paved the way for the greatest boom imaginable for a fledgling industry. Every pilot who could fly was needed by the military and a great many duster pilots entered the services, either as instructors or as pilots for the Ferry Command. This situation closed many small operations completely.
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Ralph Hall, an Eastern Air Lines captain, while not an ag pilot himself, was vitally interested in this new industry. He established his firm directly after the hostilities ceased. Naturally, his company’s aircraft were Stearmans, equipped with dust hoppers. Among Hall’s early pilots were Jim Meek, Joe Brown, and William (Bill) A. Jones. Their impact on the fledgling industry was made possible by two exceptional field men, Johnny Osterholt and George Eicher. These two fellows were “characters” in their own right, especially Osterholt. Hall Dusting Service was exploiting the use of aircraft all over the Florida vegetable growing area, especially around Homestead. This land is not particularly rich, but the long growing season and inflated value of out-of-season produce made it possible for growers to fertilize heavily, irrigate when necessary, and, in general, spend all of the money necessary to ensure a crop. A lucky grower could sometimes actually get rich on one big out-of-season crop. The success of Hall Dusting Service in this area led to the formation of many new operations. Within a few years, ag aviation businesses had sprung up all over Florida. The well-remembered J.R. McDaniel, who gave Carl Heimer his start in the business, began Florida operations along with John Gardner at Zellwood. Also entering the Florida scene were Jim Sanders, originally from the East Coast, Buster Christopher, the Potters at Zellwood, and the famous Indian River Flying Service in Indian River County.
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Osterholt, upon arriving in Mississippi in early July, would personally visit every farmer in the trade area and hand out his business card. He had a pet closing line for farmers that went something like this: “Well, Mr. Farmer, I sure hope you don’t have any boll weevil this year, but if you do, you know who to call!” Bill Jones, Jim Meek, and Joe Brown were all pilots of ability. The work done by this firm was very good. All of these early pilots later went into business for themselves. But Hall Dusting Service continued for many years, finally expiring when Osterholt semi-retired and went into the motel business. In addition to being a salesman of custom insecticide service, Johnny Osterholt could sell anything. During the boll weevil season of 1949, the Mississippi Valley fleet was not sufficient to take care of the demand and it became necessary to buy another duster from Osterholt. Johnny held the buyer’s feet to the fire when the trading began and was finally paid the princely sum of $1,800 for a fine 220 Continental Stearman—an unheard of price at that time. The new owners operated the plane for two or three weeks. Then Osterholt found himself in a bind for airplanes and repurchased the same machine for the identical $1,800. Another interesting Floridian during this era was Curtis Pitts of “Pitts Special” fame. Pitts was from south Florida and came to Jacksonville after leaving the service. He began working on the ultimate aerobatic ship, laying out the first drawings on the hangar floor.
admits that the fuselage members were welded together by laying them along these chalk lines and squatting over them with an acetylene torch! In any case, the first Pitts Special came out of the hangar in 1945 and was granted a Type Certificate by CAA. Everyone knows what has happened since then. The airplane soon became recognized worldwide as the best of the best. These little masterpieces are still being produced. Pitts recently discussed the days when he became engaged in ag flying. Economics being what they were, he organized a dusting service about 1948 and worked Stearmans extensively in Florida and Mississippi. Pitts built and installed his own hoppers. He designed and built one of the first vaned spreaders seen in dusting circles.
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With competition much keener, early Florida aerial applicators began migrating northward. By 1947, Hall Dusting Service, headed by Osterholt, was operating seasonally in the Mississippi Delta, basing in Clarksdale. Others of this early breed settled down with seasonal bases in South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama. They became so well known that they were actually considered “natives” of the region they were serving.
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He eventually worked himself out of the ag flying game and devoted his time to the further development of the Pitts Special. He now lives in Homestead in what he calls “semi-retirement.” As the 1950s progressed, Leland Snow’s success with the original S-1 spurred considerable interest from other commercial firms and some of them began seriously researching the field. Among such firms was the huge Grumman Aircraft Corporation of Bethpage, New York, an old and highly respected firm whose history dates back to directly after World War I. In the early 1920s, Grumman put together some very successful flying boats. By the time World War II came along, the company was heavily into the manufacture of military aircraft, particularly the “Cat”
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Lippert and Koch visited extensively with operators such as Dick Reade at Mid-Continent Aircraft in Hayti, Missouri. This firm was destined to become the first Ag-Cat distributor, and Reade was responsible for giving the aircraft its name. Apparently the opinion shared by these two men was that the industry wanted a biplane that was safe and easy to maintain. They then put together a team that designed and built the first two prototypes, known at Grumman as the X-1 and the X-2. The most visible difference between the two models was that the X-2 could be identified by the geodetic rib design in the wing panels. Actual construction was done by Schweizer Aircraft Corporation at Elmira, New York, a firm known for its superb gliders. Light aircraft of this nature utilized fabric covering, rib stitching, and other intricate work not common with most plane manufacturers. At this time, Terrell P. Kirk, Jr. was Grumman’s test pilot, and, as production moved along, he was put in charge of almost everything. In addition to his flying duties, his responsibilities included advertising, public relations, sales, and production. Kirk flew the first flights in these prototypes. In the autumn of 1957 a Type Certificate was issued, and
the renowned “Ag-Cat” entered the field. Kirk remained with Grumman in this capacity throughout all of the years that Grumman produced these aircraft. He flew every model ever produced. The first models of this new machine were powered with the familiar 220 HP Continental W670. Shortly after the aircraft’s debut, Gulf Coast Airmotive in Texas began converting surplus 240 HP Continental “tank” engines for aircraft use, and this engine became optional on the Cat. This tank engine was exactly that-a W670 radial Continental used by the thousands in a military tank during World War II. It was virtually identical to the standard W670 aircraft engine except for a short crankshaft. Numerous firms attempted to use this engine, but it was never satisfactory in its unconverted form due to problems in adapting a suitable propeller to the stub crankshaft. Gulf Coast solved this problem to a degree by utilizing a longer crankshaft. A great many of these engines wound up in aircraft in a restricted category. During the years following its introduction in 1957, thousands of updated Cats were and continue to be built. They have run the gamut from the lowly 220 HP Continental to the most powerful “King Cat” provided by Mid-Continental Aircraft, utilizing the terrific old 1200 HP P & W. Also common today are the Turbo-Powered Cats, plus a wide range of intermediate engines. Continuing next month with Chapter Four The Southern and Midwestern Spread
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Lippert and Koch embarked on a tour of the country’s busiest ag flying areas, where they would settle in for periods of several weeks, talking with operators, visiting shops, and generally trying to learn what was wanted and needed. This was perhaps the first time that a major aircraft firm had worked on the premise of building what the industry wanted rather than on selling what it already had!
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“And he carried me away in the Spirit to a great and high mountain, and showed me the great city, the holy Jerusalem, descending out of heaven from God, having the glory of God. Her light was like a most precious stone, like a jasper stone, clear as crystal” (Revelation 21:10-11). The New Jerusalem that’s coming out of heaven has the full expression of God’s glory. God’s glory is seen throughout Scripture as shining bright light. Some Bible teachers think the “precious stone” reference is of a perfectly clear diamond, which represents the purity of the New Jerusalem. “Also she had a great and high wall with twelve gates, and twelve angels at the gates, and names written on them, which are the names of the twelve tribes of the children of Israel; three gates on the east, three gates on the north, three gates on the south, and three gates on the west” (Revelation 21:12-13). The wall is 216 feet high or wide, we’re not sure which, maybe both (Revelation 21:17), and each gate is a single pearl (Revelation 21:21). Everything in the New Jerusalem has perfect
“And the wall of the city had twelve foundation stones, and on them were the twelve names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb” (Revelation 21:14). The twelve foundations stones are adorned with precious stones; the first was jasper; the second, sapphire; the third, chalcedony; the fourth, emerald; the fifth, sardonyx; the sixth, sardius; the seventh, chrysolite; the eighth, beryl; the ninth, topaz; the tenth, chrysoprase; the eleventh, jacinth; the twelfth, amethyst” (Revelation 21:19-20). The original twelve apostles are: Andrew, Bartholomew or Nathanael, James the elder, James the Lesser or Younger, John, Judas, Jude or Thaddeus, Matthew or Levi, Peter or Simon Peter, Philip, Simon the Zealot, and Thomas. Judas was replaced by Matthias (Acts 1:15-26). Paul said that the church of Jesus Christ is built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone (Ephesians 2:19-21). “And he who talked with me had a gold reed to measure the city, its gates, and its wall. The city is laid out as a square; its length is as great as its breadth. And he measured the city with the reed: twelve thousand furlongs. Its length, breadth, and height are equal” (Revelation 21:1516). The New Jerusalem is a perfect square cube that measures 1500 miles on each side. Just the surface area of the New Jerusalem is 2.25 million square miles, or 3623 times the size of London. If the city has 13 foot stories it will be 660,000 stories high, and able to hold over one hundred thousand billion people with plenty of living space, and
room for other things. Believers will have spiritual bodies with amazing capabilities, and the height is no problem. “Then he measured its wall: one hundred and forty-four cubits, according to the measure of a man, that is, of an angel. The construction of its wall was of jasper; and the city was pure gold, like clear glass” (Revelation 21:17-18). The wall is two hundred and sixteen feet high or wide, maybe both. The light of God’s glory shined like a jasper stone, as clear as crystal (Revelation 21:11). Bible scholars believe the wall is made of a rare transparent green jasper stone or a transparent diamond. The New Jerusalem is made of pure gold that is transparent. The New Jerusalem will radiate the glory of God out through the city and wall into all of the new heaven and earth, which are merged together. God’s glory will radiate over everything. “The foundations of the wall of the city were adorned with all kinds of precious stones: the first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, the fifth sardonyx, the sixth sardius, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst” (Revelation 21:19-20). The color of each stone is: Jasper—green; Sapphire—blue; Chalcedony—greenish; Emerald—green; Sardonyx—red and white; Sardius—fiery red; Chrysolite—golden yellow; Beryl—aqua green; Topaz—greenish yellow; Chrysoprase—golden green; Jacinth—violet; Amethyst—purple. God’s glory shines through the foundations of the wall of the New Jerusalem and produces a spectrum of brilliant colors of indescribable beauty.
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NTSB Identification: GAA17CA151 Date: February 13, 2017 Location: Holtville, CA Aircraft: ROBINSON HELICOPTER R44 Injuries: 1 Uninjured. The pilot in the skid-equipped helicopter reported that he had performed an aerial application flight. The helicopter was within 100 pounds of the maximum gross weight at the time of the accident. The helicopter was headed south and the pilot made a left turn to the west and began to settle with power. The pilot noticed the low rotor revolutions per minute (RPM) and the helicopter touched down on the soft dirt surface and rolled over. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to both rotor drive systems, fuselage and tailboom. In an interview with National Transportation Safety Board investigatorin-charge the pilot stated that the helicopter was about 20 feet above ground level when he noticed the low rotor RPM horn and the airspeed was about 20 knots. He recalled that when he made the left turn, he was
operating with a tailwind. He added that the design of the hopper was not approved by the Federal Aviation Administration to be jettisoned. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the helicopter that would have precluded normal operation. NTSB Identification: CEN17LA303 Date: August 04, 2017 Location: Marshall, MO Aircraft: CESSNA A188B Injuries: 1 Uninjured. A Cessna A188B airplane was substantially damaged when it impacted the terrain after takeoff from runway 18 (5,006 feet by 75 feet, concrete) at the Marshall Memorial Municipal Airport (MHL), Marshall, Missouri. The pilot was not injured. The airplane was under Part 137 flight. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed. The flight was not operated
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on a flight plan. The local aerial application flight originated from MHL shortly before the accident. The pilot stated that he loaded the airplane was 120 gallons for the aerial application flight. The pretakeoff run-up was normal. After takeoff, he reduced engine power for climb. When he did so, the engine “surged.” He responded by increasing the throttle “a little,” but the engine “surged” again and he recalled thinking that the engine was losing power. The airplane “steadily sank” and he subsequently applied full power. He ultimately landed in a bean field and encountered a chain link fence before coming to rest. NTSB Identification: WPR17LA180 Date: August 05, 2017 Location: Pocatello, ID Aircraft: LOCKHEED P2V 5F Injuries: 3 Uninjured. A Lockheed P2V-5 was substantially damaged shortly after a departure from Pocatello Regional Airport (PIH), Pocatello, Idaho. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The airplane was under contract to provide aerial application services. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and a flight plan was not filed for the local flight, which was conducted under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137. According to the pilot-in-command (PIC), the flight departed on its third mission to disperse fire retardant over a nearby wildfire. During the airplane’s climb, the PIC observed an uncommanded aft movement
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NTSB Identification: CEN17LA309 Date: August 09, 2017 Location: Galesburg, IL Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR AT-802A Injuries: 1 Uninjured. An Air Tractor AT-802A sustained substantial damage during a forced landing near Galesburg, Illinois. The pilot was not injured. The airplane was under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 without a flight plan. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the local aerial-application flight that departed at 0630 from Monmouth Municipal Airport (C66), Monmouth, Illinois.
upon landing in the dense crop. The landing gear collapsed and there was substantial damage to the outboard right wing and aileron. The engine, a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67AG, serial number PCERD0221, was retained for a teardown examination. NTSB Identification: ERA17FA279 Date: August 16, 2017 Location: Philipp, MS Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR AT-502 Injuries: 1 Fatal. An Air Tractor AT-502B was substantially damaged when it impacted wooded terrain near Philipp, Mississippi. The pilot was fatally injured.
The pilot reported that the accident occurred about an hour into his first aerialapplication flight of the day. He stated that he felt a slight “thud or bump” that he initially believed was the airplane flying through its own propeller wash during a turn. The pilot stated that the engine gauges were indicating normal parameters as he continued to line-up for another spray pass; however, before his next spray pass the engine experienced a similar “thud” that the pilot identified as a compressor stall. The pilot entered a climb to gain safe altitude and maneuvered the airplane away from nearby homes. The pilot reported that the engine experienced several more compressor stalls and observed sparks departing the engine exhaust ducts before it experienced a total loss of power. The pilot stated that a forced landing was made in a nearby agricultural field, and that the airplane ground-looped
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Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed damage to the varicam. As this secondary control surface is directly connected to the elevators and provides a primary structural load path for all elevator loads, the damage was classified as substantial. Further examination of the varicam showed that the varicam actuator’s outboard locating bolt had backed out of the drive coupling. The bolt head had not been safety wired.
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The airplane was under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137. Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed for the planned local flight that departed from a private airstrip in Minter City, Mississippi, about 0610. According to the operator, the airplane was supposed to spray a cornfield. When the airplane did not return, a search was initiated and the wreckage was located about three miles southeast of the airstrip. An approximate 50-foot debris path was observed oriented about a magnetic course of 130°. The debris path began with freshly cut tree branches at a descending angle and ended with the main wreckage, which was also oriented about 130° magnetic. The main wreckage came to rest upright and a strong odor of fuel was present at the accident site.
An impression of the left wing leading edge was observed in the ground near the left wing, consistent with a nose-down vertical descent. Both wings were partially separated from the airframe. The flaps and ailerons remained attached to both wings and both wings exhibited crushing damage to the leading edges. The vertical stabilizer and rudder remained attached while the horizontal stabilizer and elevator were partially separated. Rudder control continuity was confirmed from the rudder through cables to the rudder pedals in the cockpit. Elevator control continuity was confirmed from the elevator through push-pull tubes to the cockpit area, where the push-pull tubes separated consistent with impact. Aileron control continuity was confirmed from both ailerons to their respective wing root, where the push-pull tubes separated consistent with impact. The elevator trim was connected by push-pull tubes and found in the full nose-down position; however, the preimpact position of the elevator trim could not be determined. The cockpit was partially crushed and the four-point restraint system remained intact, with the exception of the right shoulder harness, which separated consistent with overload. The power lever and propeller control were found in the full forward position and the fuel valve was in the on position. Measurement of the flap actuator corresponded to a flaps retracted position. The altimeter indicated a negative number and 30.00 was displayed in the Kollsman window.
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NTSB Identification: ANC17FA047 Date: August 22, 2017 Location: Calipatria, CA Aircraft: Rockwell International S2R Injuries: 1 Fatal. A Rockwell International S2R agricultural airplane, was destroyed when it collided with terrain following a loss of control while maneuvering, about 8.5 miles east of Calipatria, California. The airplane was under 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137, when the accident occurred. The pilot was fatally injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed. The flight originated at an unimproved dirt strip, about 4 miles from the
accident location, at about 1050 and was a local flight for aerial application. According to the owner this was the pilot’s second chemical load flight of the day. The first flight originated from Brawley Municipal Airport (KBWC), Brawley, California, about 1020. According to a witness about 100 yards from the accident location, the airplane completed an agricultural spray pass from west to east. As the airplane approached his position, the airplane began a right turn to turn around and re-enter the spray area. Following a slight right turn, the airplane rolled wings level before what would typically be a left turn back to the field. When the wings were rolled level, at an estimated altitude of between 150 ft above ground level (agl) and 200 ft agl, the nose dropped and the airplane impacted the field in near vertical attitude. A postimpact fire ensued, which incinerated a majority of the airplane’s fuselage, left wing, and empennage.
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(Translated from Portuguese) Agricultural aviation is at risk in Brazil. Legislation aimed at banning aerial spraying of agricultural pesticides has mobilized sectors linked to agricultural activity in the country. At the National Congress, there are 26 propositions that can have a negative impact for the industry, of which 12 bring proposals that limit or prohibit aerial spraying of pesticides. In addition, 12 state bills and four municipal bills that prevent or restrict this activity are in process. Six municipal laws and three state laws have been sanctioned in the same sense. “It is essential that all those who work in the agricultural aviation industry become aware of the magnitude of these numbers and of the strong trend for these projects, of how much risk they pose to gradually limit aerial applications, warns José Araújo, Sindag’s parliamentary adviser and tech consultant (National Union of Agricultural Aviation Companies), an agency that has been seeking to unite the industry to reverse this situation.
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Voting in the city of Americana / SP where it was knocked over by 9 votes to 8 on the afternoon of Thursday, September 14, 2017, the ban on agricultural aviation in the municipality. Eduardo Araújo, Sindag’s technical consultant, brings to light the important bias of the issue: the lack of equality of treatment granted to aerial and terrestrial applications. “While this is practically exempt from any regulation and supervision, it is buried by laws and regulations and ideological and irrational patrol”, he says. “It is not surprising, therefore, to see, in a country with characteristics so propitious to aerial application, that it represents 20% or less of the area applied”. The theme has been addressed in meetings, forums and public hearings held throughout the country. The most recent of these took place on
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SB+ Turbo-Cat, TPE331-1 Work horse! Deluxe Equipment, A AI -Annual, M3 w/TC, HV TL Combo, 218-SHSI/GBI, 5525/5210/1586 RC’s.PRICE REDUCED to $329K (AgCat trades welcome) For more information contact AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com
1985 Ag Cat G-164B, ATT 6450, Garrett 331-2 Turbine Engine with Fresh Hot Section, Fresh Gear Box and Compressor inspection, First & Second wheels new, third wheel 4078 Cycles remaining, Overhauled Dash 3 Torque sensor, Overhauled prop new blades, Hobbs 2138 since complete Hershey Rebuild, Raised Wing, FP-5 Electronics International Fuel Flow, Aileron & Elevator Servo Tabs, Smoker Kit, 115 Gallon Fuel Kit, Zee System A/C, Heavy Gear & Tail Spring, Approved Bottom Load fuel Kit, SATLOC M3 Touch Screen, 400 Gallon Hopper & A Frame. Motivated Seller! Price Reduced! Call Ward at 402-871-0039 or email wacii@prestox.com
500 Gallon Ag Cat -2011 Hershey built FAT CAT Super -6 Garrett. Engine 1561 TSOH. Prop 736 TSOH. Long range fuel tanks bottom load fuel. Heavy tail spring and gear legs. 41” Transland gate box w/ SS 13 vane spreader. Lane electric spray fan brake, SS booms CP-11’s, swivels and AFS bodies. All servos. Custom cockpit instrument panel w/ all EI digital gauges, VHF radio, SATLOC Bantam GPS w/ big screen. Smoker, A/C. Fresh annual. $285,000. Call Dwayne O’Brien at 337515-5599 or 337-582-3701 (2) 2017 Super A+600 Queen Cats! 350gal H-V TL Combos, B-Cabins, T.S.Tails, 0-SMOH AF/E/P. See to believe! Bank on Four Wings. Fly SAFER, CHEAPER & Do Better Work! For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
1967 164A Ag Cat, 450 HP, Fresh Annual, Transland Gate and Spreader, with or without Bantam GPS, SMOH 925.00, TSTOH 34.00, Prop TTSMOH 94.4 Great plane to fly! Flown daily at the flying service. Serious inquiries only! $60,000 Call Kyle at 337-580-0880
Order your Turbine Ag Cat Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99plus S&H. Call 478 - 9 87-2 2 5 0 o r o r d e r o n l i n e at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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1989 Super B Fat Cat 11,166TT, 1189 since Hot, 188 IRAN, hydraulic spray & A/C, wing ext., night lights, E/I gauges. $325,000 Call 509-520-8267 1976 G164A, 7632 TTAF, 870 TSMOH engine Covington, 618 TSOH Prop AG1002, 80 Gallon Fuel, 24” ext. Hershey tips, SATLOC LiteStar II, Crophawk 7B, Bottom Load Fuel, Smoker, Flagger, Tank heater, WeathAero fan, Shutter door, 500-5T/W. Call 405-263-7271 Col. Joe Kittinger’s “Show Cat”, unique G164A+, 3945 TT, Sky-Writer / BannerTower, Less E&P $39K, as is haul-away, or 0-SIRAN A&E&P (270-SMOH R985) for $139K Call 870-759-1692 or email frank. kelly@ag-cat.com
1969 G-164A, 6590 TT, P&W R-985-AN14B, 5083.07 TT, 822 SMOH, Prop was overhauled on 5-10-04 with AG-100-2 blades, Locking Tail Wheel, Ceconite, Hershey Tips, Airwolf Oil Filter, Metalized Wings, Brackett Air Filter, Weathero Fan and Trailing Edge Booms. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1180 to see spec sheet for more details. $65,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870995-1323 nights and weekends
1972 G164A Ag Model Ag Cat, with B Model mods, N100F, 10,000 TT, 1000 R1340 Covington, Locking TW, stainless valve, chip light, CP nozzles, 120g fuel, Hershey metalized wings, stainless belly, stainless airfoil booms, Smoker, com radio, sealed cockpit, B Model windshield, flat custom panel, centerline short tail, Hershey tips, Rudder/Aileron/Elevator Servos.. REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! For more information contact Sky Tractor LLC at 800-437-5319, www.skytractor. com, email@skytractor.com or Fax 701636-5881
1976 Turbine Cat A Model, *PRICE REDUCED* 10,000 TTAF, PT6-20, 200 since IRAN and hot section, all B model updates, SATLOC 99.5 w/flow control, bottom load fuel 335 hopper, right boom shut off, CP11s with swivels, clean northern plane! Price reduced to $200,000 Call Ryan 701-360-7926
1984 Ag Cat Super B, N3627G, Airframe TT: 14,336.0, Engine TT: 10,849.0 PT6A -15AG, Equipment: Big Fuel – 120 gallons – Side Load, Wing Extensions – Hershey Tips, Hershey Heavy Tail Spring, Bantam w/ G4 plus Flow Control, Mills Conversion FWF, 400 Gallon Hopper, A/C, Bleed Air Heat, 38” Transland Gate, Agronautics Ground Adjustable Fan, Elevator Servo, Goosefeet Aileron Servo’s, CP Nozzles w/ Drop Airfoil (DAF) Booms. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1055 to see spec sheet for more details. $345,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-5729011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
Sky Tractor LLC is proud to present the completion of the SN1B Ag Cat! You will not find another like it! SATLOC Bantam w/Intelliflow, 114g Long Range Fuel, All new fabric tail and wings, ANR Hardwire Hookup, Custom Seat, Electric Brake, Raised Wing Kit, Chip Detector. So much to list so make sure to check out the spec sheet! Call Sky Tractor LLC at 1-800437-5319 Mint G164A -450HP, 0-IRAN AF, E&P, DAF Combo, SAFE, Economic Start-up, $119K For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com
1976 Ag Cat G164A, N48555, SN 1671, R1340 1171 SMOH, 12D40 Prop, SS drop booms, CP Flat Fan w/swivels, Airstar 99 w/flow control, Smoker, Wing extensions & Hershey Tips, Aileron & Elevator Servos, 80g fuel w/bottom load, 1” main gear, Hershey tail gear, Sealed cockpit/ 1pc windshield, metalized wings, Tall tail - centerline, Flagger, Speed Ring. For more information contact Sky Tractor LLC at 800-437-5319, www.skytractor. com, email@skytractor.com or Fax 701636-5881 A Model Ag Cat project for sale. Includes data tag. Complete project disassembled. Frame, wings, tail surfaces repaired. Call for more details and pricing. Location in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics 308368-5556
O rd e r yo u r B M o d e l Ag C at Pe n and Ink Drawing From our DeSpain Collection today for $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com
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2015 AT 502B -34, Clean Texas Panhandle 502B with a -34. TTAE is right at 700hrs. It is currently getting a Pratt warranty hot section. Will have somewhere around 750hrs at the end of the season. Will be working till the end of September. 0 time annual with sale. Hatfield fuel, MVP50, Radio stack(will only remove business radio), Heat/AC, Lane electric brake , 3in loading system, SS spray system, CP-11 w/swivels and stainless J tubes, G4 w/ flow control, Garmin Aera 560, VG’s, LED light package. $835,000 Call Lance at 806-736-6965
1979 AT-301, ACTT: 8510, SMOH eng: 1131 (Covington), SMOH prop: 572, Spars 5,074 remaining, Hydromatic prop, spin-on oil filter, engine driven A/C, metal tail, AmSafe belts, VG’s, M3 flow control, CP nozzles. $125,000 Call Richard 320979-8326 2017 AT-802-0802 -65AG, F.T.O., dual cockpit, 308 gallon fuel, smoker, SATLOC Bantam with Intelliflow and G4 screen, single point fuel, Garmin 225 com, Garmin GTX transponder, antennas, Bose jack. Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com
2005 AT-602 -60, N85239, TT 5030, TT remaining spars 1470, TT remaining landing gear 1763, 16 hrs power section inspection, 1236 hrs full IRAN engine, 30 new FCU, 430.9 since new prop, SATLOC G4, Lane fan brake, Fast Start, CP Nozzles. $575K for AT or $700K for AT & business w/40 yr customer list. ronniebooker@ ymail.com
2011 AT-502A -60, 1825 TT, 216 SHSI by Covington, Hopper Rinse, Smoker, Bantam Satloc with G4 Screen and Flow Control, Garmin 510 Par 200 Radio, Lane Brake, Heat and A/C, RH Boom shutoff, single point fuel, CP-09-3P nozzles. Motivated Seller - Make Offer! Call 605870-2697
2006 AT-802A -67AG, 4730 hrs. TTSN E&A, 10” Transland gate, single point fuel, M3 SATLOC, new landing gear, red and white, working now. $685,000 Call Steve 239-860-2028
2009 AT-502B, 3820 TT, 0 SHOT, 0 FCU, 0 engine fuel pump, overhauled vane ring, overhauled CT blades, new landing gear, heat, A/C, Lane brake, G4 w/ IntelliFlow, Comm transponder, smoker, aluminum booms, CP11 nozzles, LED lights, LED strobes and night working lights. Comes with fresh annual by Frost. Always hangared, spotless and must go. $530,000 Call Robert 337-224-7803
2000 AT-502B, 9100 TTIS AF&E. Spars done at 7988 hours. 1100 hours SGBI and prop O/H. Factory heat & air. Lowered booms. Hemisphere G4 w/flow control. Smoker. Hopper rinse. CP-11’s, WeathAero. Wingman. Breckenridge 12 vane spreader. Sold with fresh annual and HSI. No major damage history $360,000 *PRICE REDUCED* 662-822-3204.
1997 AT-602 N50738, s/n: 602-0448, TT 11,055.0, Pratt & Whitney PT6A - 45R s/n: PCE-84148, TT 30,424.0, SOH 15,445.3, SHOT 713.8, Hartzell Prop HC-B5MP-3, s/n: EVA-2147, TT 6300.0, SOH 2444.7, SIRAN 494.5, Annual inspection due 4/1/18, Eddy current inspection due at TTA of 13,055.0, Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 13,569.0, Since power section IRAN: 0.0 (by ProTurbines) Has upper aft longeron kit installed, Has heavy horizontal brace tube assemblies Has Concord sealed batteries. To to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=685 to see Spec Sheet for equipment. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870995-1323 nights and weekends
1995 AT-502B 10,336 TTAF, Wing Spar Replaced 1-3-2012 7886 hours, Engine PT6-15AG S/N 14265, 10,336 TT, Prop o/h 7-13-2013, M-3 w/ Flow Control, Load Hawg, CP, Smoker, Heat & AC, Led light Spreader, Electric fan Brake, Hydraulic flaps, PRICE REDUCED to $275K OR WILL TAKE TRADE Call Gary at 662-299-8095 2018 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVE YOUR POSITION NOW, $CALL$, Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
1985 AT-301, AFTT 7756, P&W 1340 w/330 SMOH, Propeller is a hydromatic 22D40 AD81-13-06R2, 5yr recurrent inspection on prop just completed, 6400 hrs. left on wing spars, Touchscreen SATLOC M3, A/C, VG’S, 126 gal. single point fuel, 350 gal. Hopper, Smoker, Electric Fan Brake, CP09 Nozzles & Overhauled Transland 10” Vane Spreader w/cart. Around 450 hrs. ago plane had an extensive ground up refurb & paint. Fresh annual just completed. Ready to go to work! Very nice Air Tractor! $155K PRICE REDUCED! 229-425-8277
1985 AT-400, 9700 TTA, 10000 TTE, Winglets, VGS, Air & heat, Ag Nav, Crop hawk, Single point fuel, Super boom, CP check vales with CP11 nozzles, 25” gate, King KY96A radio and Transponder, 1000 hrs since new CT blades, 1150 on fuel controller and fuel pump, 2700 hrs on spar caps (9800 hr caps) for sale or trade towards newer 602. $340K Call Brian Fisher 419-560-5429 2010 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, 2800 TTSN, 308 fuel, Hatfield STC S.P. fuel, Reabe hopper gauge, G-4/flow and more. For pricing and information call 309-7594646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 2013 AT-602, 1,800 TTAE, FRESH HOT, G4, FLOW, NO DAMAGE. $815,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
2012 AT-802 -65, 3400 TTAE, SATLOC G4 with flow control, Load Hog, SS booms and T-boom, 92 CP-11’s, 92 AFS check valves, Single point fuel, Lane brake & fan, Laser altimeter, 10 inch hydraulic gate, Vondran controller, A/C, heat, Smoker, Paint 8.5. Always Hangared. Airplane will come with fresh annual and hot section. Available 12/1/17 $925,000 For more information call Trampas Johnson 1-870-684-2203 or 870-930-6556 2015 AT-802-65 1,600TT, 308 fuel, side load fuel, smoker, Lane brake/fan, G-4 GPS/Flow, Wingman, 10” gate Vonderan controllers, CP’s, steam gauges, stainless steel cam locks. $1,150,000 Call Bob Blair at 573-421-2573
2001 AT-602-60 Still working, will have about 7660 hrs TT. Wings done at 5919. Completely gone through at that time with new panels, new paint, light overhaul from Covington and overhauled propeller. Hatfield single point fuel system, Bantam w/Flow Control, Lane brake, stainless steel camlocks, Reabe Hopper gauge, smoker, heat and AC. Well taken care of, always hangared. $529,000 Hot section at time of sale. Contact Don at R&R Flight Service 815-303-7717 New 2017 AT-802A -67AG. Please call Queen Bee Air Specialties, Inc. 1-800736-7654
1998 AT-502B -34AG, G-4 w/flow, CP’s, VG’s, Smoker, Flagger, Comm w/stereo box package, Right boom shut off, Lane brake and fan, North Dakota and Canada airplane, TTAE 4914.6, Engine TSOH 4914.6, Engine TSHOT 1447.4, Power Section TS Light Overhaul 342.9, Prop TSOH 342.9, Prop Gov TSOH 342.9, Overspeed Gov TSOH 342.9, FCU TSHO 2212.3, Fuel Pump TSHO 2212.3, S/G TSOH 342.9, Main Landing Gear TSN 1824.5, Tail Spring TSN 1824.5. $450K Call 701-305-0072
2001 AT-802A, 802A-0111, N91398, - 65AG, 11,350 hrs TT, G4 without Flowcontrol, 10” hydraulic gate with Vondran controller, Reabe hopper qty system, Wingman, Single Point Fuel, LED nose lights, LED strobe/nav lights. $625,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213 2017 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213
2012 AT-802 -67AG, 2250 TT, 400 SHOT (Covington), 400 PROP IRAN, Loaded, Always hangared, G-4, 10” hydraulic gate, Wingman, laser altimeter, single point fuel, S-TEC 50 autopilot!, PAR 200 w/ Bluetooth, Garmin GPS 150XL, Garmin Transponder, LED’s on (Nose, Wings, Tail), tinted side windows, CP-11TT, Aluminum booms, Transland spreader, KAWAK throttle, New tires, heat, Lane brake, night lights, steam gauges. Priced with fresh annual. $1,150,000 Call 660-253-0181
Super Clean Northern Minnesota Trade-in! 2013 AT- 402, 1200 TTAF & Engine (PT6A-15AG), SATLOC Bantam GPS with flow control, Shadin Fuel flow, Bottom load fuel, Electric Fan Brake, Vortex Generator’s, Smoker, Air Conditioning, Comm radio, Landing/working lights, Aluminum booms And MORE!!! $599,950 **Aircraft specifications are subject to inspection and verification by the purchaser. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
2016 AT-602, N985JB, 430 TTSN, PT6A65Ag engine, Hartzell propeller model HC-B5MP-3F, Smoker, Lane electric fan, Hatfield, Stainless spray system, 3-inch load, G-4 GPS/flow control, CP-11 nozzles, avionics package with 796 Garmin. Very clean northern aircraft. $1,175,000 Call Dale at 402-841-4119
2001 AT-602, N9145H, 5857.8 hrs TT, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., dual bottom load, Crophawk, Wingman. $425,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
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2013 AT-502B -34AG, HAS TO GO! 2350 TTAE, 700 since hot, Wingman, 3 inch bottom load, single point fuel, G4 with flow control, heat and AC, drop booms with CP 11 and swivels, 25 inch gate with Swathmaster spreader, hot section inspection with sale. Call Brent at 662719-7519
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2001 AT-502B, TT 11228, hot section 1384, No damage history. Wings, Paint, New Landing Gear, Partial refurb in 2012. 3240 hours since wings done. VG’s, AFS check valves CP 11’s, SATLOC Bantam W/ Intelliflow, Load Hawg, Smoker, Heater, and AC. Always Hangared! $250K OBO Call 662-873-7125
1991 AT-402 PT6-34, 11,650 TT, Engine 9,800 TT, 1,400 SIRAN Gear Box, 600 SIRAN Prop, 1,200 SOH Prop (times are approx. still working) WW, Bantam, Flow Control, Smoker, AC 1 yr. old, Digital Hopper Gauge, SS Booms & SS Spreader, PT 111 Tips, AFS Nozzles, Stripped & Painted 3/2016, 3 pc. Windshield, Wings due at 17,378 hrs., Annual & Hot Section at Sale, Very Well Maintained. $310,000. Call Michael 229-881-1253
1996 502B -34AG COVER GIRL, 9331 TTAE, Wings done @ 7386 next due @17,186, Fresh Annual, Prop Iran, Starter Generator overhaul, Extensive Hot Section, Fuel control and engine accessory gear box done year before last, SATLOC M3 w/flow control, New gear @ 8816.6 TT, Factory heat and air, PAR 200 Com/ Audio Panel, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, CP 09’s. This airplane was on the cover of the November issue of AAU!!! Make offer! Call 970-595-0946
NEW 2017 AT-802A -65 Dual Cockpit. 100 hrs. TT, SATLOC Bantam, G4 screen, Intelliflow, bottom load fuel, 308 gal. fuel, CPs, Elec Fan brake, Steam Gauges, Comm/ANR. $1,418,700 Will consider possible trade for low time 502 or 502XP Call Rod: 701-321-0767
1989 AT-502 N10126, 14,012 TT, PT6A -34AG 16,683 TT, 1223 SHOT, 3583 since Light Overhaul by RT Turbines w/ new CT Blades, 2775 hours since last gear box inspection, Fuel Pump and Fuel Control replaced May 2016. Equipment: Cascade inlet, LED nose lights, Aluminum booms, CP nozzles, G4 GPS w/Intelliflow flowmeter, Air Repair hydraulic gate system w/smart cylinder. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1181 to see spec sheet for details. $280,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights and weekends
1994 AT-402A, PT6A-15AG, AF: 7960 T TSNE W, Eng: 4 690 T TSUH, 1166 TTSHSI, Fresh Spar Caps, A/C, V.G.’s, Comm Radio, SATLOC Bantam with Flow Control, 170 Gallon Fuel, Fresh Annual, Clean Northern Airplane! $375,000 PRICE REDUCED! Call Craig Bair Cell: 605-8504729 Work: 602-532-3462 2017 AT-502B, FERRY TIME ONLY, IN STOCK, SPEC TO YOUR NEEDS $893,400 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
AT-602: Trim your overhead. You’ll reduce costs and increase profit margins when you scale a multi-plane operation down to a single-plane operation. Air Tractor’s AT-602 makes it an easy choice. The big 630-gallon payload moves you up to high volume production, reduces loads, saves time and helps trim operating expenses compared with two smaller planes. The AT-602 is the ideal solution for 5-gallon work on center-pivot circles. Step it up with an AT-602. Visit your Air Tractor dealer. 2014 AT-502B, PT6A -34AG, 850 TTSN, Loaded! NDH. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 2015 AT-502B, 1,500 TTAE, G4, VG’s, CLE AN, NO DAMAGE, FRESH HOT. $660,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-2325401
1999 AT-502B, TT A&E 7786, Engine: PT6 -34AG, SMOH 3050, Since Hot Section 643, Prop SMOH 2033, 2 owner aircraft, AC, cockpit heat, 1 Comm Radio with bluetooth capability, Garmin transponder, M3 SATLOC with flow control, digital hopper gauge and pressure gauge, new booms with CP nozzles, fan and brake, all stainless steel. $335,000 Call David at 806-777-1892
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LIKE NEW! 2016 AT-802A -65. Delivered NEW in April 2017. 250hrs.TT, SATLOC Bantam with G4 screen, Intelliflow, Hatfield Fuel, 308 gal fuel, Steam Gauges, CP’s, Electric Fan brake. SS Camlocks, Comm/ANR. $1,400,000 Will consider possible trade for low time 502 or 502XP. Call Chris at 701-866-2647 1994 AT-502B, N6017E, -34AG, approx. 11,040 hrs TT, AFS check valves w/ CP 11’s, SATLOC G4 w/Intelliflow and smoker. $400,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
1991 AT-401, 3267 TSN, 782 SMOHE, M3 SATLOC, Intelliflow, Very clean northern airplane! $235,000 Call Donnie Ripley at 830-275-1127
1981 AT-400 –15 AG, NDH no fertilizer, 9624 hr TTA, 2455 hr Spar Remaining, 1977 hr SPOH, 7749 hr TTE, 207 hr HSI, 539 hr FCU OH, 2591 hr new CT Blades, 1977 hr new gear, Metal Tail, Reabe Gauge, Reabe Canopy, VG’s, Air Bags, Single Point Fuel, AC & Heat, Dual Fuel, Gauges, Low Fuel Lights, Smoker, Rinse Tank, Lane Fan Brake, Aleron Servos, January Annual. In Reabe Fleet since 1985 $325,000 Contact Jeff Reabe at 715-335-6810
1995 AT-802A, PT6A -65AG, 7600 TTSN, 10” gate, G4/Flow, New wing spar….No Trade…. $790K For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net 2009 AT-802 -67. 6,800 TTE&A, 300 hrs SIRAN on prop, hydraulic flaps, hydraulic air conditioning, hydraulic spray pump, hydraulic spray valve, hydraulic gate, Air Repair variable rate gate controller, SATLOC G4, Wingman, FastStart. Comes with fresh annual and HSI. Call for price. 318-439-0710, snoano@gmail.com
1994 AT-802A -65AG well maintained aircraft with lots of good years remaining. New G-4 with Intelliflow and Vondran Dry Flow Control. No Major Damage History. Call for Details. 870-897-4548
2004 502B -34AG, 4185 TTAE, 1179 SHOT, Heat, A/C, Lane fan and Brake, Single point fuel, Bantam with G4 screen, Intelliflow, Smoker, 164gal. fuel, CP-11TT nozzles, Comm transponder. New paint. $475K. Will consider possible trade for low time Ag Truck or Brave. Call Rod at 701-321-0767
1999 AT-502A, N166MM, Airframe TT 4750, Engine PT6-45A TT 31,210, SMOH 3659, Since Hot Section 727, Prop SMOH 847, A/C, cockpit heat, single point fuel, G4 SATLOC with flow control, Lane fan and brake, booms with CP nozzles, all stainless plumbing, 10 inch Vondran hydraulic gate and hopper extension, 2 dry spreaders. $500,000 Call David at 806-777-1892
1988 AT-502 N1004B, Available For SALE OR LEASE! S/N: 501-0022, TT 7816.4, P&W PT6A-34AG, s/n: PCE57182, TT 13,834.5, SHOT 1.1, Hartzell Prop HC-B3TN-3D, s/n: BUA-30202, SOH 1121.4, (Aircraft converted from 501 to 502 on 10-31-05 by Frost Flying Service) Hot Section Inspection performed by Prime Turbines., Has new 9800 hour spar cap’s, by Air Tractor. Annual due 4/1/18. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=686 to see spec sheet for details. Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights & weekends 2007 AT-402B, 3,870 TTAF&E, -34AG, G4, Hatfield fuel, VG’s Heater. $470,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401 2006 AT-802A, PT6A -65AG, 6500 TTSN, Wingman, 10” Gate, G4/Flow Control, SP Fuel, 308 Gallon Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
2012 AT-602-1216, N2061L, -60AG, 2920 Hrs. TTAE since new, New landing gear, SATLOC Bantam with M4 screen, CommRadio, transponder, Lane electric brake & fan, S/S T/W deflector, factory heat & air, drop booms. $795,000 Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com
1988 AT-502, W-34AG, Fresh Annual & Hot Section, 13,000 AFTT, Engine 14,278, TT 3633 SIRAN, 0.0 SHSI, Prop Hartzell HC-B3TN-D 630 hrs SOH, Spar Caps 5300 hrs remaining. Good Hopper & Glass, Wingman, Landing Lights, Alum Booms, CP’s 38” Gate, Lane Adj Fan w/ Electric Brake, SATLOC G4 w/ Flow Control, VG’s, Hopper Rinse, Paint is 2 years old. $325,000 Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
1999 AT-802, 8065 TTAF, -67AG with 6195 TTE, 280 since hot, FCU and flow dividers, 800 since prop IRAN, new motor mounts, 150 on new mains, SATLOC M3, single point fuel, Wingman, would consider 400 or 500 gallon airplane in trade. $599K Call Donald Dierks at 870673-1821
1993 AT- 402, 6402 TT PT6A-15AG engine 8671.7 TT 1254 SHSI Prop 1254 SOH SATLOC Light GPS, Lane pump brake, standard spray system, Transland spreader. Ready to go to work. Price reduced to $275,000. Call Mike @ Valley Air Craf ts 559- 686 -7401 or mike@ thevalleyaircrafts.com
1 9 9 9 AT- 8 0 2 A - 6 7A G , F a c t o r y refurbished, new panels, skins and much more at Air Tractor! N804DG, TT 7910.8 hrs.,0 Hrs. since prop O/H, New spar caps and landing gear. Kawak hydraulic spray system, SATLOC M3, Wingman, Auto-Cal, single point fuel, 254 gallon fuel, recent hot section inspection. 2913 Hrs since IRAN. New annual at sale. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=994 to see spec sheet for additional information. Available now. PRICE REDUCED to $625,000. For more details call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service at 800-441-2964
2015 AT-502B -3024 N3076W -34AG, 300 hrs approx. SATLOC Bantam with Intelliflow, cockpit heater, A/C, Lane electric brake & fan, 3A” bottom load, S/S camlocs, S/S spray valve, RCA attitude gyro. PRICE REDUCED to $745,000. For more details call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service at 800-441-2964
2008 AT-502B, 3,650 TTAE, HATFIELD FUEL, LOADED. $550,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
2013 AT-802A PT6A -67AG, 2900 TT, Full fire configuration, set up for spray, fertilizer or SEAT, Vondron hyd gate, Wingman, Ag Nav GPS, single point fuel, CommRadio, smoker, Lane electric brake and fan, white/red paint, 308 gallon fuel. PRICE REDUCED to $850,000. Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 772-461-8924 or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com 2011 AT-502B, 2800 TTSN. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net 2014 AT-402B, 1,750 TTAF&E, 3 Piece W/S, Smoker, Heater, Lane Brake/Fan $570,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401
Air Tractor 502XP: Go to work hauling a full 500 gallons all day, every day. Even when temperatures soar, the 502XP can power you through more acres in less time, with less effort. Quiet 4-blade prop. 867 horsepower PT6A-140AG engine. Rebalanced airframe. Larger fin and rudder. From nose to tail, it is a remarkable combination of power, stability and productivity. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the 502XP. Ask about special Air Tractor financing available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers.
1997 AT-602, PT6A -65AG, 6500 TTSN, New Wings, GPS/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
AT-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.
1993 AT-502, PT6A -34AG, N198LA, Available For SALE OR LEASE! Airframe T T: 10,065.2, Engine TT: 10,708.2 Cascade inlet, G4 SATLOC, New paint, Smoker, WAG A/C, Hopper Rinse, 38” gate, Wingman, CP Nozzles. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1054 to see spec sheet for more details. $445,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends
2005 AT-802A, PT6 -67AG, 6500 TTSN, Wingman, 10” Gate, G4/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ mymctc.net
AT-504: Learn and earn. With side-by-side cockpit seating and 485-gallon capacity, the AT-504 is a great way to train new ag pilots and earn while they learn. Powered by the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG turbine engine, you’ll get working speeds and performance like the tried and true AT-502B. And when the training day is done, you’ll see that it was productive workday, too. Wells Fargo financing for qualified buyers is available; just visit with your Air Tractor dealer. 2005 AT-802 -65. 8,800 TTA&E. 400 hrs SIRAN prop, Completely refurbished 2015. SATLOC G4, Wingman, FastStart. Call for price. 318-439-0710. snoano@ gmail.com
1989 AT-401, 9665TT, Younkin Engine w/2 new extra cyls. & parts 973TTSMOH, JPI Engine Monitor, Hamilton standard hydro prop 0 SMOH, Wing spar caps done 1501 hrs ago, Main gear has 292 hrs, SATLOC LiteStar II, Collins A/C, WeathAero pump, Stainless steel booms, New paint in 2013, Fresh Annual $130K 601-201-9497 2013 AT-502B Firewall forward parts: Engine mount, cowling and Ram Air filter system. All parts with less than 1400 hours total time. Very clean and well maintained AT-502B. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details 1-509-635-1212
Several 2010-2013 AT-802 -67F, wheels configuration, full avionics, FRDS Gen II, 380 USG, full lightning protection, airbag. Detailed maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com. 2017 Air Trac tors, all models, call Southeastern Aircraft Sales at 800-4412964 to reserve your slot!
2007 AT802A- 0259 N2465D - 67AG, 4986.77 T.T. SATLOC Bantam, radio pkg, smoker, electric fan brake, Fast Start, dual A/C cond., new landing gear, factory heat & air, fresh hot & annual, T.T. since gearbox and light O/H 2390.1 hrs. PRICE REDUCED to $795,000. For more details call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service at 800-441-2964
1979 AT-301 PRICE DR A STIC ALLY REDUCED & SELLER IS VERY MOTIVATED! 9234 TTAF, 364 SMOH, 926 SMOH prop, SATLOC Lite, new paint in 2011. 4600 hours remaining on wing spar. Great flying airplane! Will consider trade for a 402 or 502. Call Gary or Kevin 785-626-3344
1979 AT-301, N8764S, R-1340 -AN1, approx. 9770 hrs TT, short tail w/good fabric, Ag Nav Guia w/flowcontrol, new aluminum booms, CP-03, smoker and 126 gallon fuel. $80,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213
2012 AT-402B, 1,500 TTAF&E, Bantam/ Flow, H eater, N o damage his tor y. $550,000 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401 1997 AT-602, PT6A -60AG, 8800 TTSN, Wing Spar Replacement done, GPS/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For pricing and more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net
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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.
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Several 2006-2012 AT-802A -67F on floats “Fire Boss”, full avionics, yellow and blue paint scheme, 1600 shp, computer gate, 380 USG, NAV/COM/GPS, audio box, radio, ELT, from 200 to 1600 hours TT, extremely careful maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@ airtractoreurope.com.
1980 AT-400, 7700 TTAF, 5500 TTE, 0 SHOT, 1500 Hrs on wing spar, New Prop, Overhauled Prop Gov, Overhauled Overspeed Gov, Overhauled Fuel Control Unit, New Landing Gear, New Paint, New Windshield, SATLOC, Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091
AT-802: Capacity that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, zippy 190 mph ferr y 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.
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1981 C-A188B, AFTT: 7283 SMOH:852 IO -550 Bonaire Conversion Hartzell 3 blade Prop:852 since new SATLOC Bantam Intelliflow, New CP-11TT, New R adio box, New Garmin Com, New Kenwood FM Tr ansceiver, Smoker, Hydraulic Pump, Large Tail Wheel, VG’s, New Seat Belts, New Hydraulic fuel and oil lines, Recent paint and booms, All SID inspections complied with June 2017. $165,000 USD Call 403-223-8245 or 403-795-8245
1972 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, N21883, TT6350, 1740 SMOH, Prop165, stainless steel booms, SATLOC Lite 2, new leading edges, refurbished hopper, CP nozzles, owner flown since new. Good flying and fast! Current annual with sale. $120,000 Call Kevin at 785-386-8875
1966 Cessna A188, N8000V, IO-520, Transland gate box, pump and mount. Super booms, Davidon nozzles, Air Star 99.5 GPS, Weath Aero fan, Electric spray valve, Com and transponder. Without spraying gear, $20,000. With spraying gear $30,000. Needs Annual. Located at Johnston Regional Airport JNX, Smithfield, NC. Email muranopy@gmail.com
1975 Cessna A188B, Ag Truck Airframe TT 9300, Engine IO-720 400 HP Robertson Stohl Kit, 1200 TSMOH 3 blade prop 0 AMOH winglet, all cylinder EGT, Ag Nav Guia w/flow control, CommRadio and Transponder, W/S Washer, Smoker, Drop Booms, CP11 Nozzles and Spreader. Fresh Annual. $140K Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813 1970 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, TTA 7388, TTSN 221, SATLOC. Currently flying. $79,000 Call Gary or Kevin at 785-6263344
Order your AT-802F Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at w w w. agairupdatemarketplace.com 2012 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG (750hp) 3,000 horas desde nuevo, 750 horas desde sección caliente y reparación mayor del hélice. Aire Acondicionado, SATLOC G4 con INtelliflow, boquillas CP, Radio VHF, Transponder, Horizonte Artificial, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable (Lane), Generadores de Vortice, 170 galones de combustible, broches de acero inoxidable. Este avión se encuentra en buenas condiciones, un solo dueño desde nuevo, nunca accidentado, con su certificado de Aeronavigabilidad de Exportación. Disponible en Agosto, 2017. $630,000 Sun Valley Aviation, 956-421-4545
1993 AT-402. N9165C. 8480.1 TTAF, PT6A-14AG w/ 8239.8 TTE and 0 SHOT by LD Blake, Hartzell prop, 9800 hr spar caps by AT installed at 7323.5 by AT, rep. due at 17,123.5 TTA, new hopper installed by AT at 7323.5 TTA, new main gear legs and axles installed at Hobbs: 1107.6, new tail gear installed at Hobbs: 1568, five blade fan, electric brake, Aluminum booms, SATLOC M3, flow control, A/C, single point fuel. New Paint! Annual inspection due 11/1/17. Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=262 to see spec sheet for details. $345,000. “Sale Pending” Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights and weekends
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CESSNA Very authentic Cessna Bird Dog for sale with low time. $90,000 or will consider trade for “ready to spray” Ag Cat of the same value. Call Joe at 918-704-0308 or email joecropduster@hotmail.com
1974 Cessna Ag-Truck A188B, 5689.8 TT, Eng 1213.8 TSMOH, 206.9 STOH, 106.9 TTSN Prop, Hyd Liquid Gear, Spreader, GPS, Crop Hawk, Horton, New Tires. $115,000 Call Kurt at 616-291-5808
1975 A188B Ag Truck, TT 9300, IO-720 400hp, Roberson STOHL, 3 Blade w/ 0.0 SPOH, Winglets, Ag Nav w/ Flow Control, Radio and Transponder, Smoker, Droop Booms w/ CP’s, Spreader, Fresh Annual. $135,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days / 870-9951323 nights and weekends
1969 Cessna 188A AgWagon 300, IO 520D 300 HP, TTAE 6220 hrs, TSMOH 240, TSPOH 65, Annual due April 2018, LiteStar II GPS, STOL leading edge cuffs, Super Wing Tips, Air Foil Booms, CP Nozzles, Transland Pump, Smoker, Auto Flagman, Light s, E xcellent airplane. Everything works. Working plane now. Price: $105,000 Call 256759-3597 or email topturfsodfarm@ gmail.com
1978 Ag Wagon - IO 520-D engine, SMOH 525.6 hours, TTAF since new 7542.6 hrs., Bantam GPS with Intelliflow Flow Control and Wing fuel tanks. Clean old Cessna. Purchased to get my son ag time. He is now flying my turbine and have no need for the Cessna anymore. Contact Chris at 662-822-4278 or Phil at 662-390-7056.
1966 Cessna Ag Wagon A188, 4184 Total time with 1130 SMOH and 574 SPOH. Aero fan, CP11 nozzles, SATLOC lite, smoker and automatic flagman. Call Rex Kelley 308-214-1516
1973 CESSNA 188B, N5647G, A/F TT 4020, Continental O-470R Engine, 230 HP, Prop Time 394.8, SEE SPEC SHEET FOR DETAILS, Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont. net
1978 Cessna Ag Truck, 6000 TTAF, 625 TTeng, 550 TTprop, 8.50X10 Clevelands, GPS, field ready. $125,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091
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FROST FLYING INC. 1960 Piper Pawnee PA-25 SN25-18, 150hp O-360 This is a great plane to train in. I have had it for two years and used it for training on my own farm. Has modern GPS, 550 SMOH. I love this plane and it has served me well but have moved up to a bigger one. $42,500 Call Matthew at 309-297-0548 1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE 400 HP - 3965 Total Time, 66 since Overhaul engine, 66 since IRAN Prop, 4040 hours remaining on wing spar caps, 275 gal hopper, Agrinautics pump and fan, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles and check valves, 2” left side load, extended wings, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, crop hawk, automatic flagger, pistol grip, nav/strobe/instrument/ landing/taxi and night working lights, left entry step, good paint, tires and glass. $210K or OBO. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559-686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft. com or www.johnstonaircraft.com
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Piper PA-25-235, 6919Z, 7606TT, 725 SMOH, Full hutch conversion, SS sprayer, CP nozzles, weath aero fan, Crophawk, smoker, flagger, low time prop, 250 hp. Email rickh@ruraltel.net or call 785282-0218
2001 AT-802A, 802A-0111, N91398, -65AG, 11,350 hrs TT, G4 without Flowcontrol, 10” hydraulic gate with Vondran controller, Reabe hopper qty system, Wingman, Single Point Fuel, LED nose lights, LED strobe/nav lights ................................................................................. .$625,000.00 2001 AT-602, N9145H, 5857.8 hrs TT, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., dual bottom load, crophawk, Wingman ...................................... $425,000.00
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1994 AT-502B, N6017E, -34AG, approx. 11,040 hrs TT, AFS check valves w/CP 11’s, Satloc G4 w/Intelliflow and smoker ........................ $400,000
1982 PA36-375 (400HP) 5687TT, 1320 SMOH 1459 SPOH, SATLOC LiteStar, Lane electric brake, smoker, flagger, King Ky92 Comm, King KT76A trans, CP nozzles. $150,000 Call 605-870-2697 1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 620 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $135,000 Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545
1964 PA-25 -250 Pawnee, TT 7281, engine 509 SMOH, 509 on new Stits Poly-Fiber, SATLOC Lite, stainless booms, new Agrinautics pump, spreader, all AD’s complied with. Selling because upgrade turbine fleet. Clean northern airplane! $74,000 PRICE REDUCED! Call Joe at 308695-0551 or 308-697-3677
1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE 400 HP - 7642 Total Time, 388 since Overhaul engine, 0 since Overhaul 3 blade Propeller: 275 gal hopper, JAS Gate, Agrinautics pump and fan, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with AFC check valves and CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, com radio, electric turn and bank, pistol grip, nav/strobe/instrument/landing and taxi and retractable night working lights, NEW Dyna Nav VEKTOR GPS, left entry step, good paint, tires & glass. Annual at sale. This aircraft is one of the best flying and performing Super Braves we have ever experienced! PRICE REDUCED to $150K. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com or www.johnstonaircraft.com
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1979 AT-301, N8764S, R-1340-AN1, approx. 9770 hrs TT, short tail w/good fabric, Ag Nav Guia w/flow control, new aluminum booms, CP-03, smoker and 126 gallon fuel ........................................................................ $80,000
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1976 PA 36 Turbine Brave 550SHP 6450TT, 3097 since P&W O/H PT6A-20A engine with 362 since HSI, 0 SOH 3 Blade Hartzell Prop, 275 gallon hopper, JAS gate, Agrinautics pump, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, JAS High Lift Wing Leading Edges, 90 gal fuel, CommRadio, Crophawk, electric turn and bank, clock, nav/strobe/instrument/ landing and taxi lights, Del Norte GPS, pistol grip, left entry step, very good tires/ glass and paint, 1739 hours remaining on wing spar caps. This aircraft was imported from Australia, and has just had an extensive annual inspection of the engine, prop, and airframe, along with a NEW Airworthiness Certificate. This aircraft is in very good condition! Need a very reasonably priced, nimble turbine that will get a lot done for small $$$? This is it!! PRICE REDUCED to $265,000! Or Best Reasonable Offer. Call 559-6861794, Email info@johnstonaircraft.com or www.johnstonaircraft.com
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2000 660 Thrush -65 Pratt, 8600hrs. TTAF, Engine: 0hrs. since light overhaul - EXTENSIVE WORK DONE TO ENGINE! Prop: 0hrs. since IRAN, Fuel Control Unit: 0hrs. since IRAN, Starter Generator: 0hrs. since over haul, Load hog, fast start, flow control, heat/air, side fuel w/ auto shut off, hopper rinse, no damage history, low component times. Fresh annual & fresh hot. 318-237-7088
1976 510 Ayres Thrush. Practical turbine power that can crank out the acres…you don’t find these available everyday. Garrett TPE 331-10-511M Power Plant (Ag Air Systems Conversion), 510 gallon factory hopper, Avenger SS Spar Kit (40k hour spar/10,500 Gross Weight Limit), and a Night Vision Goggle Certified Cockpit are just a few of the upgrades you’ll find on this aircraft. TSO is 2,572.8…the engine is on a 7,000 Hr Inspection Program, so there’s nearly 1,000 hrs. of production remaining before it’s time for a Hot Section and Gearbox Inspection! If interested, please contact Bruce Hubler at 208-459-1266 or operations@valleyairllc.com
2015 Thrush 510G, Airframe: 600 hours TTSNEW, Engine/Propeller: 600 Hours TTSNEW, ENGINE MODEL: GE– H80, Propeller: 600 Hours TTSNEW. Equipment: 510 Gallon Hopper, MVP-50T Glass panel color display, 228 gallon (useable) fuel capacity, 2 inch stainless steel spray system, 41 inch stainless steel gate box, 4340 chrome-moly steel spar caps, Stainless steel bottom fuselage skins, Alodine Chromicoat L25 for corrosion resistance, Massive overturn structures, Quick detach fuselage skins, 28 – volt electrical system, Dual 24 – volt batteries, Wire deflector cable, Cockpit wire deflectors, Stainless steel rudder cables, Outside air temperature gauge, All metal Empennage, Zee Systems electric air conditioner/cabin heat, High flotation 29-in. tires, Cleveland dual caliper disc brakes, Wing root fairings, Windshield wiper and washer, Front Baggage compartment. Additional Options:, SATLOC Bantam with big Screen, and Intelliflow flow control, Hatfield Single Point fuel, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Smoker, Vortex Generators, Leading edge LED lights, Night working lights/Landing lights, LED NAV/Strobes, Hopper Rinse system, GTR-225 Garmin Com Radio, RCA 2600-3 Artificial Horizon, Reabe Hopper level indicator, *STC Approval for Night Vision (NVG) **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255
THRUSH WE DO CENTURY 60,000 HR. SPAR CAPS FOR THRUSH AIRCRAFT. CALL FOR AFTER-SEASON SLOT. JOHNSON AIRSPRAY INC 218-437-6415, CELL 218201-1450 LINDLEY
2012 Thrush S2R-T34, 2540 TTAF & E, 612 SHSI, G4 w/Flow Control, Load Hawg, Air Repair hydraulic system for liquid and dry variable rate applications, A/C, heat, smoker, Lane fan & brake, CP flat fan nozzles, Stainless booms and T, Transland deep spreader, VG’s. $600,000 Ricky Davidson 662-515-5049
New 2017 Thrush 510P or 510G. All options are available! Call for Pricing! ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255
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2015 Thrush 510P -34, 1410 TTSN Engine & Airframe, G4, Intelliflow, Hatfield auto fuel, Reabe hopper gauge, LED navs/ strobes, LED leading edge lights, Dual landing lights, PAR 200a Comm, stainless booms, AFS check valves, CP’s with swivels, Stainless steps, Chrome control stick, 2500 hr engine warranty, 29,000 hr wings. Excellent equipped 510. Located in ND since new. Never had a spreader on it. Call 701-370-2640
1979 S2R-T34, N455JM, Total Time: 13,688.6, LoadMaster 4 Blade Prop, Wings: Vor tex Generators, Strakes and Delta Wings, Wing Tip Extensions, SATLOC Bantam GPS and Intelliflow, Hopper: 500 Gal, Load Hawg, Record Inlet, Harbour Air Conditioning, TSO: 757.4 GG / 757.4 PS, $460,000 Contact: Turbines Inc. at 812-877-2587 or turbines@ turbinesinc.com
WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO Call 800-325-0885 or visit www.midcont.net
2004 Thrush 550 -45, 4580 TT, 4490 SMOH Engine, 350 Since Power Section OH, 350 SPOH. New Main gear at last annual. 29,000 HR wings, Fast start, Am-safe inflatable harnesses, M3, IntelliFlow, Hatfield auto fuel, VG’s, Dual landing lights, Comm radio, AFS check valves, CP’s with swivels. Excellent per forming acre eater. Ver y clean airframe. Call 701-370-2640
1978 S2RT34/400 THRUSH (750 SHP) - 8900TT/3843 since O/H, 360 since IRAN and 28 since HSI & FCU O/H/ 512 since O/H propeller with new blades: 400 gallon hopper, factory spray system, Lane fan and electric brake, TJet nozzles, S.S. 10 vane spreader, 2” left side load, extended wings, 192 gal fuel, Cascade pressure cowl, 29” tires, spring steel tailwheel gear with 5.00x5 tire, nav/ strobe/instrument/landing and night working lights, air conditioning, smoker, SATLOC LiteStar II GPS, good tires/fabric/ glass/paint. Fresh annual. 1200 hours remaining on wing spar caps. $287,500/ Make Offer. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com
850SHP PT6A-41 S2R 1975 THRUSH, Totally Renovated, All New Paint – White with New Thrush paint scheme, New Stainless Belly Skins, New Panels, New Zero Time Spars, New 850SHP Extended Engine Mount, PT6A-41 850SHP turbine, New 106” 3 Blade AVIA Prop, New Firewall Forward including the Cascade Pressure Cowl, New LED Landing/Taxi Pulsing light system, New Upper Instrument Panel with Electronics International MVP-50T Glass Panel display, New 525 Gallon, Hopper, Spray System, Booms and nozzles, Bottom Load Fuel, Heat and Air Conditioning, Air Seat, KAWAK Throttle Quadrant, 192 Gallon Fuel. $525,000/Make Offer. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 903 Grinnell Rd. Garfield, WA 99130 509-635-1212
1999 Thrush S2R-G6, N4002U, Serial: G6 -151DC [FULL DUAL CONTROLS IN REAR COCKPIT] TTAF: 3,927.4 hrs., TPE331-6-252M, SATLOC GPS 99.5, 18 ft. Stainless Steel Booms, Crophawk, PM1000II two place intercom, New A/C, KT 76A Transponder, 32 CP-11 TT flat fan nozzles, 32 AFS check valves, KY96A Comm Radio, Lane Fan Brake. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1199 to see spec sheet for more details. $325,000 Call 956-202-2094
2015 Th r us h 510 G A i r f r am e : 70 0 hours TTSNEW, Engine/Propeller: 700 Hours TTSNEW, ENGINE MODEL: GE– H80. Propeller: 700 Hours TTSNEW. Equipment: 510 Gallon Hopper, MVP50T Glass panel color display, 228 gallon (useable) fuel capacity, 2 inch stainless steel spray system, 41 inch stainless steel gate box, 434 0 chrome -moly steel spar caps, Stainless steel bottom fuselage skins, Alodine Chromicoat L25 for corrosion resistance, Massive overturn structures, Quick detach fuselage skins, 28 – volt electrical system, Dual 24 – volt batteries, Wire deflector cable, Cockpit wire deflectors, Stainless steel rudder cables, Outside air temperature gauge, All metal Empennage, Zee Systems electric air conditioner/cabin heat, High flotation 29-in. tires, Cleveland dual caliper disc brakes, Wing root fairings, Windshield wiper and washer, Front Baggage compar tment. Additional Options:, SATLOC Bantam with Intelliflow flow control, Load Hawg, Single Point fuel, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Smoker, Vortex GeneratorsLeading edge LED lights. **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyerWe specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-9416255
1977 THRUSH SR2, $395,000, 400 Gal with PT6-34 converted to Turbine 350 hours ago by Valley Aircraft. Airframe TT 5086.2, Engine 2800 SIRAN/Light OVH, 350 on Prop SNEW. 4800 hrs remaining on wing spars. MVP-50 Digital Instruments, M3 SATLOC with flow control and touch screen, Air Conditioning an Electric Heater. Will be sold with Fresh Annual. Aircraft located in Yuma Arizona, Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-924-2813
1979 G o e r i n g T h r u s h , Tu r b o m a x crossover TPE -331 -5, 525 Gallon, 950 hrs. since refurbish on AF, new prop and SHOT. Gearbox completely gone thru this season. Lots of time left on wings & lots of cycles remaining on engine. SATLOC Bantam, Big Fuel & Vgs. Empty weight is 4600 lbs. so airplane is a real performer. Flies and performs great. Will have fresh annual soon. Craig at 870-926-6354
1999 S2R-T34, N524SL, Model Number: PT6A-34, TSO: 0.00, Total Time: 12,195.3, Wings: Avenger Spar Enhancement Kit, LoadMaster 4 Blade Propeller , Single Point Fueling System, AG-NAV 2 GPS, Air Conditioning. $550,000 Contact: Turbines Inc. at 812-877-2587 or turbines@ turbinesinc.com
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1992 S2R-T34 DC TT 7200 hrs., PT6A-41 TT 7200 hrs., 2200 SMOH, 700 SHSI Prop 0.0 SMOH. Dual cockpit with observer seat, quick star t A/C, SATLOC M3, KY196A Comm, Crophawk 7B, Converter, 30,000 Wing Spars installed 900 hrs. ago. Fresh annual. Contact Frankie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc., 229-9242813
1993 Thrush S2R-T34, N6099T, Serial: T34-194, PT6A-34, TTAF: 7,947.8 hrs., SATLOC GPS M3, Stainless Steel Booms, Lane Fan Brake, Flow Control, A/C (Zee system/works but needs compressor), Motorola CM200 radio, 33 CP-11 TT flat fan nozzles, 33 AFS check valves, ICOM IC-A210 Communication Radio. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1197 to see spec sheet for details. $350,000 Call 956-202-2094
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
1974 S2RG5/525, Goering Garrett-5 conv.-750 SHP - 12,624 TT, 94 since IRAN engine, 2704 since new 4 blade prop: 525 gal hopper, Simplex pump and electric fan brake, stainless booms, 2� left side load, extended wings, droop tips, aileron servos, vortex generators, 192 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/ strobe/instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., SATLOC M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate with NEW factory lower spar caps, good paint, tires, glass and fabric, NEW Serv Aero Tail MODIFICATION with NEW FABRIC and PAINT! PRICE REDUCED TO $290K OBO. JAS 559-686-1794, Email info@johnstonaircraft.com or www. johnstonaircraft.com
The 510 Thrush has sent the standard in Ag Aviation for dependability. With rugged construction, simplified system and low maintenance, the 510 Thrush is the aircraft any operator can depend upon. Low maintenance, maximum loads, superior pattern makes the 510 Thrush a profit machine. All Thrush Aircraft models provide superb visibility, light control forces, and unmatched speed and maneuverability. www.thrushaircraft.com
1974 Thrush S2R, N4205X, Serial: 1968R, TTAF: 11,213.7 hrs., TPE331-6-252M, SATLOC 99.5, Stainless Steel Booms, Crophawk, Lane Fan Brake, A/C (Harbor Air), 36 CP3 Nozzles. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1196 to see spec sheet for more details. $175,000 Call 956-202-20941
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
Bell 47 Tomcat MK6C , 175 hrs out of 120 0, T/r b l ad e s 175 h r s si n ce new, M/r blades 3500 hrs remaining, Hydraulic spray system, AgNav Guia GPS installed, Dry system included, Trailer available. Call 870 -886-1999 or 870-926-9313
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Order your 510 Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com 2001 American Champion Scout, 2010 hrs TT, 12 hrs SMOH, Engine and CS Prop, 180 hp, LR Fuel ( 70 gal), April Annual, IFR, Wide Rear Seat, Cargo Door, All Garmin Avionics, $159,000 Call JD Ely, Ely Ag Helicopter Service 918-605-1038 or email elyjd66@yahoo.com Order your Dual Cockpit Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. Starting at $29.99 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
1956 Piper Pacer, Maul t ail wheel conversion, radio transponder, Sensenich propeller, 150 HP, 600 since TOP, excellent glass and interior. Great flying plane. Indicates 120 at 2300 RPM. $18,500 OBO Call 573-225-8019
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1964 Piper Comanche 250, $95,000 spent on airplane over the last 6 years, recent paint and camel leather interior, approx. 400 hrs. on engine, 200 since new 3-blade conversion, auto pilot heading, 90 gallon fuel, approx. 9000 TT, extensive annual just completed. Price Reduced to $65,000 Call 870-683-2283 or 903-748-9579 Eagle DW-1 4556 TT, 1101 SMOH, Last annual June 2017. Ready to go to work immediately. Will finance! $75,000 OBO. Would trade for Cessna 172 or passenger plane. Call Ron at 641-325-0261 Turbo Prop Ag Planes - Take advantage of our biggest inventory of Turbo prop ag planes. Special buys and trades welcome. PT6, Garrett, GE even Walters. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500
Dromader USA LLC Factory NEW and Overhauled engines ASz62IR for the Dromader M18, AN2, and Otter. All engines come with Factory warranty and Accessories. Zero time overhauls in stock. Call Jeff at 317-579-6666 ext. 18 or jhammer@bycan-selen.net Lycoming 540 Narrow Deck Crankcase repaired and certified. Good thickness! For a PA25 235 or 250 $2,800 Call Sandy Ullrich at 918-245-6092 Super Nice R1340 Ag Cat FWF Installation. Just removed for Turbine Conversion. Running great & dry, 1025 SMOH, 40 STOH, Beautiful 12D40AG100 -2 w/ 29-SOH. Call for prices AmAg: 870-8862418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com R985-14B, PRICE REDUCED to $37,900, 270-SMOH, 0-SIRAN Convington. For more information contact AmAg: 870886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com Pratt & Whitney Piston Engines, Parts and Accessories in stock. 0-Time R-985 / R-1340 / R-1830-92 & -94 / R-2000-7M2 / R2800CB engines ready to go. Complete stock of engine parts. We stock complete OHC cylinder assys. Ready to install. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-2577710 or email info@sunairparts.com
B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights. Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered sprayer. Start your own aircraft company or expand your line. Call for details. Airplane Services Inc. 850-675-1252, 850-380-7268, 850380-6091.
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R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington, $66,500.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Pr at t & W h i t n e y R- 985 Fo r S a l e ! *FIREWALL FORWARD FOR Ag Cat* Engine has 1068.8 SMOH, Prop has 2078.8 SMOH, Includes all accessories; cowling, engine, prop, logbooks and paperwork. Located in Hershey, NE at Storm Aeronautics. Asking $30,000. Please call 308-368-5556 for details R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805
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R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons, chrome cylinders, new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply 903-429-6805 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 Pr at t & W hi tn ey R- 985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Rober t s Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805, Fax: 903-429-6047 or email crs5r@aol.com.
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Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders, carburetor, Ag cat spreader call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664
ENGINE - TURBINE Cascade has a complete 850SHP STC kit with engine built up and ready for installation on your AT-502 or AT-502B aircraft. This kit is complete with prop, MVP-50T glass panel display, new upper instrument panel, 850SHP Prat t & Whitney PT6A-41 engine, all new cowling, new engine mount. Power to perform and never download again. $335,000 for the complete kit with engine. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 to make your AT-502B perform like an AT-502XP! Used PT6A-34 engine. Currently running on Air Tractor 502. $125,000 Call Darryl at South Delta Aviation, Inc. 479-935-4891 Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-67AG, TSN 2897. For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com PT6A-15AG, Approximately 4000 hrs TT, Fresh Hot Section, 0 time since IRAN on Gear Box. Great cycle times remaining! $170,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695 PT6A-60AG, 6500 hours TT, Fresh Hot Section, O/H Fuel Control Unit, O/H Bleed Valve, O/H Starter Generator. $295,000 For more information call Bill at 979-257-6695 Blue Diamond Turbine Services TPE331 Engines: TPE331-10-511M, “0” SMOH $225K USD; TPE331-10UA-511G, 7000 TBO, TSO-3920, TSHSI-624, TSGBI-624, Reduced to $105K USD; TPE331-10UA511G, 7000 TBO, TSO-4303.6, TSHSI989.4, TSGBI-989.4, Reduced to $95K USD; TPE331-1-151G, S/N: P-91081C, TSO-2869.7, TSHSI-624, $42.5K; TPE3311-151G, S/N: P-92091C, TSO-3046.7, TSHI-946.7, $42.5K; TPE331-1-201A, TSO-3500, TSHS-1700, TSGBI-209, $29K USD; Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate. com/details.php?id=1174 to see spec sheet for details. Please contact us at 772913-5225 or turbgrp@aol.com Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-34 TSO 0. For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@jsamiami.com PT6A-15AG Engines: Need an engine replacement or upgrade for your Ag aircraft? Pratt & Whitney Canada has some 0 TSO PT6A-15AG PT6A-15AG PT6SMART(SM) engines available. Fly with the Eagle. Explore the available options for new and used engines and make your business “PT6SMART (SM)”. Email mike.lee@pwca.ca or call 450647-3682. Garrett TPE-331-10-511M , 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718 or 979-533-1720 Day or night PT6A-34AG, Serial Number: PCE PH0173, TSO: 0.0, CSO: 0, TSN: 4324.0, CSN: 4378, TSHSI: 0.0 See spec sheet for more information or call United Turbine at 305-885-3900 850SHP PT6A-41/42 Thrush FWF kits for sale. New balanced mount/Pressure Cowl included. Contact: Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509.635.1212 or email info@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com TPE331-1-151A, P-92092C, 1521 HSI, Fresh L3-GBI / CB / SBG / PG / Nozzles, RCs 4634-4179-3755. Price reduced to $109K. For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: Call for the bes t pricing on your PT6A Engine Par t s & Rot ables . Cont ac t s ales @ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381. United Turbine PT6 Center of Excellence since 1991!! PT6A Overhaul, Repair & Test Capability. Component & Accessory Overhaul, Repair & Test. Part Sales & Purchases. Onsite, P&W correlated test cell. Call 305-885-3900 www. UnitedTurbine.com N E W PT6 -11, 15, 3 4, 6 0, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staff. We have engines for sale or exchange. Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www. jsamiami.com. Jetset Airmotive: PT6A-27, P-50935, TSO 0, Ready to ship! For pricing call Paul at 817-354-2002 or email preeves@ jsamiami.com 850SHP PT6-42 Turboprop FWF Power Upgrade for the Air Tractor AT502/502B aircraft. Complete new FWF package ready to bolt on your aircraft. 850SHP continuous up to 106° F OAT. This power upgrade package includes engine, new engine mount, all accessories, MVP-50T glass panel engine analyzer, Cascade Pressure Cowl including the new Par 46 LED pulsing light system and field proven serviceable air filtration system providing superior protection and maximum air availability to the engine. Power up your productivity with this new STC from Cascade Aircraft Conversions. Now scheduling production and receiving deposits. Contact Cascade at 509.635.1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com Covington Aircraft - Turbine Engines Av ai l ab l e, P T6A -21 0 T S O ; P T6A 135A NEW; PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A34AG 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A- 41 3196 TSO; PT6A- 41 3511 TSOPT6A-42 2107 TSO; PT6A-42 2066 TSO; PT6A - 65AG 314 TSN; PT6A 65AG 5916 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-65AG 3998 TSN/ 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-67AG 2851 TSN. Contact us for New Engine Prices. We are interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition. Contact: David Hamilton at 918-756-7862 or davidh@ covingtonaircraft.com Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. Starting at $29.99 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025. Universal Turbine Parts, 5 ea PT6A27/-28 TSO 0(5); 4 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0(3), TSN 29; 1 ea PT6A-35 TSN 2849; 7 ea PT6A- 41 TSO 0(3), 239, 38 4, 482, 1601; 11 ea PT6A-42 TSO 0(5), 826, 2631, 2660, 3090(2), 3729; 3 ea PT6A-60A TSO 0(2), 2022; 1 ea 65AR TSN: 422; 3 ea PT6A-67D TSO 0(2), 2997. We also buy PT6, JT15D, PW100 & PW500 ENGINES in any condition. Call Stacy Hollis Phone: (334) 3153517 Fax: (334) 361- 0290 or e-mail shollis@utppar ts.com or sales@ utpparts.com
SUPERBOOMS, Thrush Servos; Maintenance on Ag & G.A . Aircraf t Including Heavy Structural Repairs; Robinson Helicopter Service Center; Machining, Fabricating & Sheet Metal Gurus; Tri-State Aviation, ND 800-6425777 or tsa@tri-stateaviation.com www. tri-stateaviation.com Boom Clamps-The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com Custom Boom Systems–Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Starting at $29.99 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
EQUIPMENT - NOZZLES Davidon Atomizers and booms for sale. Taken off an A model Ag Cat. Used only 1 season then we sold the Ag Cat. These work great for low volume work. The booms measure 12’ 6”. All atomizers in excellent condition. Excellent pattern during testing. $5,500 Call Ryan at 281979-3348 Rotary nozzle set for sale. Great condition! Only used 3 months. Versatile with any boom. Lost spraying contract and need to sale. Call Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 - FAX: 438344 CP NOZZLES and CHECK VALVES THE DRIFT FIGHTERS! - We carry a VERY LARGE INVENTORY and we have KN OWLEDG E ABLE SALE S PEO PLE! Improve your spray pattern and CUT DOWN ON YOUR HEADACHES! Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: parts@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock and ready to ship today! Call 1-800-4375319 Sky Tractor LLC Newberg Electrostatic Spraying LLC is the exclusive distributor for Spectrum Electrostatic Spray Systems. Do more acres with better performance. Call Ed Newberg 320 -848-2745. Serving northern US and Canada. Now STC’d for all 400 and 500 series Air Tractors.
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Agrinautics, Root, Crop Hawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 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, e x te n d t h e l i fe o f cr i t i c a l t u r b i n e par ts. Contact Cascade Aircraf t Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com Let us help you meet increa singly stringent precision application demands. Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com E V ERY TH I N G yo u n e e d fo r YO U R Aircraft-PARTS, ENGINE OVERHAULS, REPAIRS/REBUILDS/MODIFICATIONSSPECIALIZING in THRUSH and BRAVE! JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com 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 D i s p e r s a l E q u i p m e n t : We a t h a e r o Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, F l a g g e r s , N o z z l e s , Tr a n s l a n d , Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs, All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net.
EQUIPMENT - SPREADERS 41” SSF 13 vane spreader, fresh overhaul by SSF, looks almost new. $4,000 Call 573-225-8019 Swathmaster Stainless Steel Spreader fits small Transland Gate Box Small Throat excellent for Granular, Cover Crop and Seedling Applications. $3,250 Call Terry at 605-448-8372 or 605-448-2856 Grumman dry spreader for sale. Good condition! $750 OBO call Aaron Meyer at 308-367- 6538 or email ameyer@ windstream.net TRANSLAND PARTS AND EQUIPMENT - WE ARE A TRANSLAND DISTRIBUTOR A N D H AV E B E E N H E L P I N G A G OPERATORS WITH THEIR NEEDS FOR 60 PLUS YEARS! CALL AND LET OUR VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE H EL P YO U !!! E XCEL L EN T PR I CE S , KNOWLEDGE, AND SERVICE. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794, parts@johnstonaircraft.com, fax 559686-9360 or www.johnstonaircraft.com. Ask for our catalog.
Tri-Set Hydraulic Nozzle-Three Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available. Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com
STAINLESS STEEL SPREADERS & REPAIR - STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATORS, INC. In business for over 30 years. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” standard throat and high volume. We do repairs on all models, including Transland and Swathmaster. Call for more information. 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232
Rotar y atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spectrum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance. Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 www.davidononline.com
Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. Email gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call Monticello at 270-305-2749
Your new Air Tractor is ready! YOUR #1 AIR TRACTOR DISTRIBUTOR IN SALES AND SERVICE AIRCRAFT 2018 AIR TRACTORS , RESERVE YOUR POSITION NOW ................................................. $CALL$ 2017 AT-502B, FERRY TIME ONLY, IN STOCK, SPEC TO YOUR NEEDS ........................$893,400 2013 AT-602, 1,800 TTAF&E, FRESH HOT, G4, FLOW, NO DAMAGE .............................$815,000 2015 AT-502B, 1,500 TTAF&E, G4, VG’s, CLEAN, NO DAMAGE, FRESH HOT ................$660,000 2008 AT-502B, 3,650 TTAF&E, HATFIELD FUEL, LOADED .............................................$550,000 2014 AT-402B, 1,750 TTAF&E, 3 PIECE W/S, SMOKER, HEATER, LANE BRAKE/FAN ....$570,000 2012 AT-402B, 1,500 TTAF&E, BANTAM/FLOW, HEATER, NO DAMAGE HISTORY ........$550,000 2007 AT-402B, 3,870 TTAF&E, -34AG, G4, HATFIELD FUEL, VG’S HEATER...................$470,000 ENGINES R-1340, ZERO TIME SINCE OVERHAUL BY COVINGTON ................................................$66,500 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE .......................................... $CALL$ PROPELLERS HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED ..................................... $CALL$ DISPERSAL EQUIPMENT TRANSLAND 10 VAIN SPREADER FOR 38” GATE, NEW .....................................................$9,900 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROP HAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS ........................................... $CALL$
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Transland 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,900; Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 New Gate Keeper technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, ea sy calibration, and accurate distribution. TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the market- Applies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately. Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 TurbineConversions.com
EQUIPMENT - SUPPORT Handler IV Mix Tank, 230 gallon tank, 6.5 HP Honda, 3 inch pump with jug rinser. $2400 USD Call 863-467-7777 or email sunniand@wildblue.net
FINANCE Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. Air Tractor offers competitive financing options in the U.S. and Canada from Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. Fly now and take seven years to pay, 10 years to amortize and have a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. Other attractive term periods are available, too. These financing options are available on both new and used Air Tractors purchased through Air Tractor dealers. See your Air Tractor dealer today!
GPS - DYNANAV Like new factor y reconditioned DynaFlight-AirAg-Pro system complete with new wiring harness, new GNSS Antenna and new display. Only the processor box is reconditioned, Special Price: $8,900 Call 604-465-0009 NOW introducing the new VEKTOR MAX GPS - faster, more capability and extremely user friendly. DYNA NAV VEKTOR MAX GPS - NEWEST system on the market with a FANTASTIC PRICE for all of it’s CAPABILITIES! EASY to use, RELIABLE, MUCH FASTER and HIGHER TECH. DYNA NAV FLOW CONTROL SYSTEMS ALSO AVAILABLE - PREMIUM QUALITY at an AFFORDABLE PRICE! JAS - NORTH AMERICAN DEALER Tel 559686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com / web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com
GPS - GARMIN Garmin Aera 660 GPS. Includes GA 25 MCX low profile remote antenna and database upgrade certificate. $650 Call 800-441-2964
GPS - SATLOC SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417 SATLOC, Intelliflow The leading edge SATLOC Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800-325-0885 Intelliflow Flow Controls - In stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor LLC 1-800-4375319
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SATLOC GPS systems in stock, Bantam, G4, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar3. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/ Dealer 2015. Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800-437-5319 Sky Tractor LLC SATLOC G4, M3, and Bantam. Air Repair Inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and service. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com New 8.4” M3 Touchscreens in Stock – $1395 each. Buy as an upgrade, a replacement or for inventor y. New SATLO C Sys te ms - B ant ams , G 4s , IntelliFlows and more in stock. From Insero - Call Anthony 480-285-4367
HELP WANTED Immediate opening for helicopter pilot. 206 and/or R44 and herbicide time required. Email resume and references to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1329 or fax to 478-352-0025 B&S Air is currently hiring for both helicopter and fix-wing operations. Great opportunity for low time pilots interested in the ag business to learn and build some time. Salaried pay as well as per diem. CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements are a plus. Please call or text 706-577-4220 with any inquiries. Great opportunity awaits young, eager pilot looking to get a start in the ag business. Willing to train the right candidate who is looking for a long term seat. Must be willing to relocate. Send resume and references to blindads@ agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1299 or fax to 478-352-0025 AG PILOT INSTRUCTORS WANTED: Have a little time before the season starts? We are looking for Ag Pilot Instructors (Fixed Wing-CFI’s with Minimum 3 years Ag Experience) willing to teach the next generation of Ag Pilots how to be safe Ag Pilots and give back to the industry! Train to Ag Pilot Minimum standards established by us. Above average pay for above average instructors. Flexible training schedule. We ask for two week commitments at a time. Plan for the Fall and Winter also! Send resume to: bevsons@gmail.com or call 772-2855506 AG AIR AIRCR AF T, INC . located at the Corning Municipal Airpor t in Corning, AR is looking for A&P and A&P IA Mechanics. Must have the following: Air Tractor experience, PT6A experience and 3 references. Contact Aaron Keahey at 870-857-3755. Email resumes to aaron -agairaircraf t@ outlook.com C a n ad i a n Tu r b i n e Pi l o t Wa n te d Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd, based in Taber, AB is a proactive organization with over 64 years of service, requires 2 Professional Agriculture Aerial Applicators to fly our Air Tractors 502/802. Job Duties, Certifications Required, Wage/ Salary can be found at http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=621. E-mail resume including references to info@kinniburghspray.com. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Kinniburgh Spray Service Ltd. Taber Airport, Box 4361, Taber, Alberta, Canada T1G 2C8, Phone: 403-223-8245 Fax: 403-223-1314
Ag Pilot Job Opportunity- Permanent Posi ti o n Av ai l ab l e . E s t ab l is h e d Northwestern operator looking for an experienced Ag Pilot. Ideal candidate will be an even keeled, team player, with Turbine Ag Time. Position offers great compensation with a strong potential for growth. If you are looking for somewhere to turn a job into a career…submit your resume and references to blindads@ agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1285 or fax to 478-352-0025
MISCELLANEOUS Bruce’s Custom Cover for an AT-401, 502 or 602 model - Brand New, Never Used! Asking $350 Call Ward at 402-871-0039 or email wacii@prestox.com
IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience.
INSURANCE THE COLE AGENCY, INC. - Specializing I n : Ae r i al A p p l i c ato r s , H e l i co p te r OperationsPleasure & Business, Commercial Aviation, Airports, Life Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots, Health Insurance for Aerial Applicators & Pilots. When it comes to placing aviation insurance, you need to work with an insurance agent who specializes in that field. At the Cole Agency we make sure you receive the best aviation insurance packages, at the most competitive price. At the Cole Agency we don’t just talk aviation, we are pilots as well. When insuring aircraft, picking the right aviation specialist first is important. The limited number of aviation insurance companies will only deal with one agent at a time during the year. You want to make sure that you have a reputable aviation insurance specialist who works with these companies and underwriters every day to represent you, your aircraft and business. Give us a call.Cole Agency Inc. 319 Walnut Street, Montezuma, Ga 31063, 478-472-2010, 478-472-8694 fax, kevin@thecoleagency.com www. thecoleagency.com INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 64 Years Risk Management, Low-time Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net. HARDY AVIATION INSURANCE, INC. “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do, and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc. is centrally located in Wichita, Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. Randy Hardy established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a dedicated and knowledgeable staff that includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe and Mandi Hill whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application business. Give us a try, you might be surprised. Call 1 800 7216733 or fax us at 316-945-2330. Get an online quote from our web site at www. hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com DAVIDSON SOLID ROCK INSURANCE DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com
Crop Duster Video - “The Crop Dusters - The Early Years 1921-1955”; the era of Stearmans and Cubs flying the fields will never be seen again. Available in VHS or DVD. Only $20.00, plus S&H. MC and Visa accepted. Call 478-987-2250 Fax 478987-1836 Historical Video Productions. Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ FREE SAMPLE http://www.GARRCO.com/freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco. com Toy plastic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com Lot for sale: One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway. Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway. Located in Peach County, Georgia. Public water, septic sewer, paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $25,000 OBO. 478.987.2250 Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s innovative and extremely simple solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick ac tion W ing nut C AMLOC aircr af t 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 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 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 D R P - 9 5 5 D R I F T R E TA R D A N T PENETRATOR-SPREADER/STICKER-UV Protectant For drift reduction, deposition increase, University tested. Big Gun in the war on Drift! Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com
Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. $39.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
D e S p a i n Co l l e c t i o n C u s to m i z a b l e Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. $19.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
Vino? They do say ag pilots age like wine. Place your favorite wine in these high quality Rolf wine glasses etched with an ag plane, sold as a Set of 4. $49.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace. com
OPERATIONS FOR SALE OR WANTED Fly through your mail with our Airplane Letter Opener! $13.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com
Aviator Backpack and matching coin purse (sold separately). For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at www.agairupdatemarketplace. com
New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. $29.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdatemarketplace.com
Aerial application business for sale. Turn-key opportunity to provide aerial application services to agricultural and forestry industries in the Southeast and Midwest. Well-maintained fleet of helicopters and ground vehicles. Established in 1998. $3.5M. Facility on 5.27 acres also available for separate purchase. Call or text for information. Blue Sky Properties 352-339-1153 For Sale - Aerial Agricultural Application Business - 16.41 acres of real estate, 2,300 ft of surfaced runway, 30’X30’ shop, 3 phase power, well, office & equipment, 2 forklifts and runway registered with FAA. This business has been operated by the same family since 1977. For an acceptable party, the book of business will be included. Located in the middle of a prime ag area. Paved road frontage, 40 minutes from Boise, ID. Build-able. 2 Ag Cats available SEPARATELY. 600hp & 450hp. $795K Call 208-850-8485 Ever wanted to star t your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane and train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506
PARTS - AIRFRAME Dromader USA LLC for all of your Dromader M18 engine and airframe parts. Spark plugs, fuel and air filters, brake pads and more. STC’s for VG’s, remote Mount Oil Filter, MTOW. Call Jeff or Corey at 317579-6666 or dromader@bycan-sellen.net
Help your little pilot fly high in dream world with these Bi-Plane PJ’s... Assorted sizes available. $34.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at w w w. agairupdatemarketplace.com
Set of Air Tractor 502 wings. 7600 hours remaining on Lower Caps. CALL FOR PRICE Contact Darryl at South Delta Aviation, Inc. 479-935-4891 Used 10” Hydraulic Gate for sale. Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870857-3744 for pricing and details
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Keep your drink hot or cold in this insulated 16oz Air Tractor Tervis Tumbler. $14.99 plus S&H Made in the USA, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-9872250 or visit our Market Place at www. agairupdatemarketplace.com
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Call Stacy Hollis - Engine Sales Phone: (334) 315-3517 | Fax: (334) 361-0290 shollis@utpparts.com | sales@utpparts.com
Souther Field Aviation, Inc. FOR ALL YOUR MAINTENANCE & PARTS NEEDS
AUTHORIZED THRUSH SALES AND SERVICE CENTER AND PARTS DISTRIBUTOR
Export Experts Authorized Turbine Brave Conversion • Transland • Covington Engines • Ag Nav • Turbine Conversions • Single Point Fueling
• Agrinautics Pumps & Valves • Wag • Cascade Conversions • TracMap
And So Much More… Frankie Williams - President —frankie@southerfield.com Paul Pearson - Parts & Maintenance —parts@southerfield.com Stephanie Williams - Exports —stephanie@southerfield.com
223 Airport Road, Americus, GA 31709 Phone: 229-924-2813 Toll Free 866-924-2813 Fax: 229-924-4356 www.southerfield.com
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Front seat for a Citabria 7 series and a Maule tail wheel, tire size 8x3.00x4 single arm in fair condition with good bearings and race. Both for $175 Call Don at 402841-5144 or email flyagrp@cableone.net Smokers/Driftfinders - Minimize your off target drift risk. FAA/PMA’d and STC’d for installation on most Agricultural aircraft. 44 years in business and over 6,200 units in service. For more information Please call Compro Aviation, Inc. 785899-2294 or visit us on the web at www. comproaviation.com AgCat Frameworks Sale! From factory fixtures, installation ready. Also up-grades (Lo n g f u e l , C o o l - S e at s , H o p p e r s , Empennage, Wires, Mounts, Spare Parts & Dispersal Components). AgCat Sales & Service since 1971. AmAg: 870-886-2418 or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Fresh refurbished AT-402 hopper with lid. $7,500 Call 620-285-5609 Prop Tether Kits in stock, ships today. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www. skytractor.com, email@skytractor.com, Fax 701-636-5881 AT-502B wings with new spar. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net We have a set of Wings off of a 2012 Thrush 510P with less than 1000 hours total time on 29,000 hour spars. Available for outright purchase or exchange! Delivery available also! $99,950 Call Tom Ashenfelter at 952941-6255 for more details! PMA Piper Brave and Weatherly tailsprings in stock. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 FAA approved STC’d wire cutters for Air Tractors. Storm Cutters are the newest advancement in wire cutter technology (Patent Pending). These cutters mount to the landing gear and have adel clamps positioned along the trailing edge of the gear to secure the brake lines which do away with the standard black zip ties currently used. We now have Storm Cutters in stock and available for Air Tractor models 301-802. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-3685556 to order your set, or check us out at www.hersheyflyingservice.com
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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 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 Retrofit Hopper Door for AT502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 Pressure Cowls for all PT6 Air Tractors and Thrush Aircraft. Balanced Mount/Pressure Cowls for Thrush. Reduce ITT 35 to 70 degrees. Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to service fuel nozzles & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com. Air Tractor auxiliary hydraulic system. 20lbs/hr LESS fuel burn, improved spray pattern, reduced maintenance cost, cockpit adjustable flow controls. Inquires call 541-385-5051 or www.kawakaviation. com REBUILT 29” THRUSH LANDING GEAR IN STOCK & we can REPAIR / REBUILD yours to LIKE NEW STATUS. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email parts@johnstonaircraft.com / www.johnstonaircraft.com
Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556 Cessna Parts - Engines, propellers, and MUCH MORE-AUTHORIZED SERVICE AND PARTS CENTER. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559- 686 -9360, e-mail: par ts@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. Thrush parts for sale! Ayres Metal Tail, Overhauled Fuselage Frame, Thrush Landing Gear, Flaps/Thrush, Ailerons/ Thrush, Fabric Tail Complete Heavy Flying Wires, -34 Pratt & Whitney Engine (2 each), Spar Cap Replacement. Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net.
BRAVE and PAWNEE PARTS-Engines, Props, Spar kits, Fuel cells, Foam kits, Wings, Turbine and 400 CONVERSIONS, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft. com
Agrinautics, Automatic Flagman, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, SATLOC GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor LLC 800-4375319, www.skytractor.com, email@ skytractor.com, 701-636-5881 (fax)
We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264
Lockable full swivel tail wheels for Thrush or Ag Cat, 500-5 or 600-6 wheel available all STC approved Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 to order.
Tools for reaming attach bolts Wing Main (Centerwing to Outboard wing) attachment joints for Dromader M-18 per repair service bulletin #e/02.170/2000 Available for rent. Contact Nancy at Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com Large inventory of Air Tractor parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com 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
PARTS - ENGINE Starter Generator, part #23046-28 for a PT6 engine. OHC by S&T. PRICE REDUCED to $4,500! For more information contact AmAg: 870-886-2418 (2489)FAX or Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com Wright 1820 Engine and Prop inventory of parts that include Cylinders, Carburetors, Magnetos, Starters, Oil Cooler, and various other parts. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 308-368-5556 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830625-4138. 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 Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.
Stainless steel tanks for sale in Oklahoma. 100 gallons to 8,000 gallons. Also available an 11,000 gallon overhead fuel tank. Call 580-541-1112 Two used Wingman systems for an AT-802. Contact Aaron Keahey at Ag Air Aircraft Inc., 870-857-3744 for pricing and details SB+ & SC+ New H.D. AgriJet Conversions in stock and ON SALE. Installed or FWF Kits. Prices will never be lower!. Call 870-886-2418 or Email frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com Miscellaneous parts for 802 and others, most brand new: engine mounts, landing gears, 118” propellers, spr ay kit s, Micronair AU5000, pilot and mechanic complete training courses, FTD Level II simulator for AT-802. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope. com PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer The mid-west Air tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department. For all your Air Tractor parts needs call 877-715-8476, email farmairparts@ mymctc.net or visit our website www. farmairinc.com
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 11 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com Cockpit adjustable flow control kit. Manual control or GPS variable rate ready. Integrates into existing hydraulic systems. More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385-5051 www.kawakaviation.com Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. For more information call Kawak Aviation Technologies at 541-385-5051 or visit www.kawakaviation.com H U G E I N V E N T O RY O F B U C K E Y E EQUIPMENT AND PARTS. WE SELL NEW COUPLERS AND ADAPTERS PLUS PARTS, and WE REBUILD YOUR COUPLERS/ ADAPTERS FOR ABOUT 1/2 OF NEW! Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com
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2015 AT-502B-3024 -34AG 300 Hrs TT A & E. 170 gal fuel, cabin heat, electric brake & fan, 3” bottom load, SS camlocs, Satloc Bantam, G4 screen, Intelliflow, RCA attitude gyro. Extended P & W warranty. ...........................................................$745,000.00 (no trades) 2012 AT-602-1216 -60AG 2920 Hrs. T.T. A & E. New landing gear, Satloc Bantam with M4 screen, comm radio, transponder, Lane fan & brake, ss T/W deflector, factory heat & air, drop booms............................................................................$795,000.00
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PROPELLERS Used 5 Blade Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C, 572 hrs since overhaul $25,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-3806091 New and used 3 and 5 blade PT6A propellers. For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@mymctc.net HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 Hamilton Standard, 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533A Blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 3D40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-4296805 12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade P r o p. H a r t ze l l H C- B5 M P -3C . F i t s AT-502A, AT-503, AT- 602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG -T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary at 210-924-5561 or email sales@dixieair.com
Q UA LIT Y PRO PELLER S FO R SA LE : 2 2 D 4 0 A G 2 0 0 -2 O H C . . . $ 2 7, 5 0 0 ; 22D40-6533A12 852-SOH... $23,500; 1 2 D 4 0 A G 10 0 -2 O H C . . . $ 2 3 , 5 0 0 ; 1 2D 4 0 - 6101 A 1 2 O H C . . . $2 3 , 5 0 0 ; 12D40AG100-4S 375-SOH... $18,500; 12D40AG100-2 828-SOH... $18,500; 2 D 3 0 A G 10 0 -2 O H C . . . $ 2 1 , 5 0 0 ; HC-B3TN-3D/T10282N+4 New...Call for price. HC-B3TN-5M/T10282N+4 New... Call for price. AmAg: 870 -886-2418 (-2489 Fax) Ag Cat Sales / Service since 1971 frank.kelley@ag-cat.com
SEAT WANTED Turbine Ag Pilot with A&P. 44 yrs. old and crop dusting off and on since 2002. U.S. Air Force 6 yrs. (aircraft maintenance). Married 21 yrs., kids are now in college and looking for a place to move permanently where I can crop dust and become part of the community. Total Flight Time 3,272 hrs., Total Ag Time 2,974 hrs., Total Turbine Time 1,420 hrs. Call Nathan at 870-245-7896 or nathanfox10@yahoo. com Seat wanted in the US or Canada,. Willing to work my way up. Crop dusting exp. in FL where I exposed myself to dynamic flight environments while spraying; increasing my knowledge, skills & understanding in the Ag field as well as the safety & seriousness involved in it. Resume attached. eunaru@gmail. com
SERVICE Southeastern Aircraft Sales and Service. Late model aircraft sold by Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service will have a New Annual Inspection, Fresh Hot Section Inspection and a 100 HOUR OR 90 DAY WARRANTY. Now That’s Peace Of Mind! Call Now 1-800-441-2964 AgCat parts and service center. World wide parts and service for any model of AgCat. Storm Aeronautics 308-368-5556
FAA repair station for all ag equipment. Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800325-0885 Cascade Conversion for Thrush and Air Tractor. Fuel Saving, Cooler running, more power available. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 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. Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885
Riggin Flight Ser vice, flight school offering private, commercial, instrument, Ag, multi-engine, tailwheel, etc. We tailor our courses to meet your needs. www. RigginFlightService.com (605)256-9774. Training center for mechanics and pilots, fully certified under EASA. Flight simulator FTD Level 2 also certified and available for type training on land and amphibious AT-802, as well as operational fire fighting training. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@airtractoreurope.com
Contact Eugene Shanks, Sr. for more info: 979-533-1720 or 979-532-1718
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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
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OUR KIT IS AN FAA APPROVED AMOC TO AD 2009-26-11 AND AS SUCH TERMINATES THE AD AND ALL FUTURE INSPECTIONS.
Start to finish AG PILOT TRAINING utilizing AgCat Gr164A Dual, Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit & PA-25 Single for Solo/Dump/Spray. Citabria for Private all in Tailwheel, Tailwheel Proficiency, and UpSet/Spin Recovery and Ag Biennial. SATLOC and TracMap GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137. See videos at: www. eaglevistas.com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772285-5506
We build loader trucks to your specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR.
We b u i l d l o a d e r t r u c k s t o y o u r specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-6972004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West, Hickory Ridge, AR Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133, Cell: 870-919-2317 or visit http://www.augerdanllc.com
WANTED TO BUY Wanted: To trade AT-301 for AT-402 or 502 Call Gary or Kevin at 785-626-3344 A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: PT6A Engines Wanted for Purchase. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 8425640 Ext. 381 Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation 870-5729011 or 479-935-4891 EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal.net
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.
The Satloc G4 ®
™
Advanced Aerial Guidance
Key G4 Features
L7 Lightbar
• Wireless transfer of logs and jobs • Access the G4 remotely through the Internet
The L7 Lightbar with new Hi-Bright LEDs, 4 Displays and other new features including optional sun visor
• Ability to receive job files from AgSync & Flight Plan Online
HQ™ Instant Data Push/Pull
• FAA obstacle warning database
• Hot keys enable you to quickly toggle to full map screen
• Live view of any aircraft or asset
• Laser altimeter support
• View, print or email as-applied spray maps
• Nearest swath feature
• Enter Section/Township/Range
• Create, view, manage and send job files to any aircraft with a G4
• Various weather layers including US & Canadian Radar and Wind
www.Satloc.com 8444 N. 90th Street, Suite 130 Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 USA
Phone: (480) 348-9919 Toll Free 800-247-3808
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