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12 Thrush After Dark — AgriCair Lights the Wisconsin Sky

PUBLISHER: Bill Lavender - bill@agairupdate.com

18 Keys to a Successful Night Vision Program

EDITOR: Graham Lavender - editor@agairupdate.com

22 The Value of a Loader Driver

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26 Air Tractor’s Newest Dealer Hosts Open House 28 Eagle Vistas - Four New Graduates from Four Different Countries 30 2018 Ag Aviation Golf Tournament Swings Proceeds to NAAREF 32 2018 Operation SAFE School Completes in Arkansas with International Graduates 34 Omaer Offers a Diversity of Products and Services

In Every Issue... 06 From the Cockpit 08 Agair Mail 10 Calendar of Events 20 In My Opinion 38 Hopper 39 Classifieds

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On the cover: Jim Perrin prepares for a night aerial application using NVGs. On this page: AgriCair’s 510G coming in for landing before nightfall.

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Bill Lavender bill@agairupdate.com

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I Ag-pilots have to spray around intimidating obstacles. Caution cannot be overemphasized.

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t is shocking to realize the U.S. ag-aviation community has lost three pilots to each hitting a tower during the 2018 season. Ironically, two were affiliated with closely related companies in Oklahoma. The third accident happened the first days of October in Texas. Tragedies, for sure. Within about three weeks and 50 miles of each other, two pilots flying in Oklahoma were killed when their aircraft impacted different structures in separate accidents. Nobody really knows why this happens. Evidently, distraction could be a factor in the case of the two Oklahoma accidents, since both involved contact with the towers’ guy wires while spraying. The third Texas accident was at dusk or dark while ferrying. Was the tower properly marked? At this writing, it is too early to know more details. Regardless, we have lost three pilots to towers. There are plenty of towers of all heights in the ag-spraying environment. Knowing this, and to continue not ferrying at 500 feet AGL, only invites trouble. However, ag-pilots have to spray around these intimidating obstacles. Caution cannot be overemphasized. I didn’t know the last two pilots, but I did know Andy Deterding. By all accounts, Andy was an excellent pilot with many thousands of ag hours. So, how does this happen to the experienced agpilot? It surely means that no ag-pilot is exempt. There can be multiple reasons why an ag-pilot hits a tower; possibly he simply never saw it, he looked down, distracted, at the very worst possible

moment, or he misjudged the distance between the tower and/or its guy wires and the aircraft. I would speculate that in most incidences, an aircraft accident involving a tower will be ruled by the NTSB as pilot error. Does pilot error indicate an accident could have been avoided? Maybe. The point of this commentary is there are an inordinate number of tower-related accidents. With each season, tower vigilance must increase. On a brighter note, have you noticed the difference in AgAir Update? The November edition introduces the all new glossy-finish magazine format. Everyone here has worked very hard to bring this to our readers and we surely hope you like it! Almost two years ago, we changed from newspaper to magazine format for Latin editions printed in Brazil. Oddly enough, we found increased costs for this change were acceptable there. It has taken a little longer for the printing economics to follow in the U.S. Although a bit more expensive to print a magazine, we feel the improvement will be worth it. Your comments are welcome! Until next month, Keep Turning…

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Hello Jason That’s really sad and I am sorry to hear it. I’ll make this a Letter to the Editor, so if there are others that knew him, but didn’t know of his passing, will know. I hope all else is good. I suppose you are still flying the winters in Puerto Rico. I really need to get back down there one day. —Bill

Chilean company. It has been awhile since that has happened, which was from my last trip to Chile that you so graciously hosted me. I’ll be sure to tell Sandy and Graham “hello”. Take care amigo—Bill

Hurricanes Sliders Greetings Bill, just had to send you two photos of “Sliders-like” nozzle adaptation from Custom Farm Service, Stanfield, Arizona, circa 1990. They worked well. Regards, and keep up the good work. John Goodwin, Casa Grande, AZ Hello John, Great to hear from you, the “father” of GPS for ag aircraft. How long ago was that? 25 years? So, do you think the Israelis copied CFS’s design from the 1990s? Amazing! —Bill

Editor’s Note: This letter was received before the devastating arrival of Hurricane Michael, October 10, that decimated most of the “Forgotten Coast” of the Florida Panhandle. I hope that you and your family are very well, I write you to know how you are with the hurricane. I hope it has not affected you or any family that you have on the coast. I understand that all this was more to the east, but the rain is seen to be more inward. Well, say hello to your wife and Graham. I plan to send you information about the fires in Chile and the company where I work, FrontAir. Sebastián Ramírez Prado, Gerente Operaciones, Chile

Mechanic My ag mechanic, Steve Moye, passed a couple of weeks ago. He was my maintenance guy for the last five years. I loved the man dearly. He was based in Brinkley, Arkansas. I didn’t find out until today. He was an ag aircraft mechanic all his life. Chris Patton will be taking over his shop. Steve was one of the real unsung heroes in this business. Jason Blanke, Mandeville, LA

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Hola Sebastian! All good here, no effects from this last hurricane, Florence. However, at my house on the north Florida coast, a couple weeks ago Gordon passed to the south and caused unusually high tides and some gusty winds, but no damage. Just made it impossible to fish for a few days! I’m really, really looking forward to your submission to AgAir Update about Frontair. It would be good to feature a

Retirement I have enjoyed watching your magazine get started and grow. You do a great job and I admire what you are doing I would like to share my new retirement activity. After 30 years, 21,000 hours, serving as an officer in state and the National associations, my current business is pictured above. I find there is a demand. David Kirk, Homestead Farms Flying, Pond Creek, OK Hello David, Well, I suppose you have to dispose of the contents of the bottle first, correct? Maybe we can partner; I handle the contents and you make whatever it is you call this work of art! Look in our classified ad section under Miscellaneous for David’s ad! —Bill

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Ag Pilots Enjoyed reading “From the cockpit”, Cat 1, 2 & 3 Ag-Pilots. Absolutely the best way to describe ag-pilots I’ve ever read. Spot on. See you in Reno. Brent Colvin, Olney, TX Hello Brent, Yeah, I had to think on that one for awhile to be sure I got across the right message. I’m thinking both of us are Cat 3s... —Bill

Thank You I have been meaning to write this letter for some time now. We wanted to say thank you for all the help and let you know we love the advertising and press release. Our web page saw a significant increase in traffic and we have had a few different people contact us regarding our product. The advertising has definitely been worthwhile for us. Thanks again, Regards Shawn Lund, Owner & CEO Wildfire Training Solutions, Kamloops, BC Canada Hello Shawn, That is absolutely great. AgAir Update has a fantastic readership that pays attention to the ads and press releases as much as the articles; learning from both.—Bill

accomplish that feat. I think far more onerous could have been the ingress of carbon monoxide. A well maintained and properly flown Fletcher is a really good, safe workhorse and, in my opinion, the most suitable for our conditions here in New Zealand. The only aircraft that came into the same category would be the Beaver. It is interesting that many pilots have flown a full working life just flying a Fletcher and some have never marked an aircraft; this is after possibly 25,000 hours and probably 300,000 loaded take offs. Have a great day. Andy Steverson, Gisborne New Zealand

Also, I took these pictures of Lachlan’s custom made Lego Thrush that we completed last night. I thought the model turned out amazing. We are definitely enjoying family time together in the off season. Hope you are doing well. Brady and Lachlan Penner. Weatherford, OK

G’day Andy, Well, I’d be the last person to disagree with you, or Mike for that matter. I’ve only made one flight in a Cresco (turbine Fletcher). It’s really needless to state, but I will anyway; it is an impressive machine. Until an ag-pilot has experienced working the Fletcher/Cresco from a New Zealand airstrip (poor word choice, more like a very short hilly pasture), the New Zealander ag-pilot skills cannot be rightly appreciated. —Bill

Fletcher Just need to put the Fletcher in perspective in regards to Mike Feeney’s comments. The Fletcher came into service in 1954 at 220 horsepower. There have been maybe 350 in service for over 70 years now and some 40 or more still going as 400 hp or turbine conversions. Over this time they may have clocked at an educated guess, 5 million hours. I have operated many Fletchers over 50 years and do not agree with Mike’s comments. Although fuel on board obviously is a danger, but an essential item. Let’s not forget that a lot of guys would smoke all day while flying and a big flaming lighter was needed to

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Brady & Lachlan; That is absolutely amazing art! Such detail in way small of an object. I noticed you have donated some rendition of these to be auctioned at NAAA Ag Aviation Expo. They should bring a great price. Take care—Bill

Good Evening Mr. Lavender, My 11-year old son, Lachlan, thought your subscribers would enjoy these pictures of a turbine Thrush that we carved from a 2” x 3” block of balsa wood. The project took approximately 40 hours from first cut to completion. The majority was spent one swipe at a time with 2000 grit sandpaper to fine shape the model. agairupdate.com | A 9

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November 3-6, 2018 PNW AAA Convention

January 5-7, 2019 ArAAA Convention

January 21-22, 2019 NEAAA Convention

February 2019 Tri-States AA Convention

Coeur D’Alene Resort Coeur D’Alene, ID Tara Lea Brown 509-989-9098 pnwaaa@gmail.com

Little Rock Marriott Little Rock, AR Katherine Holmstrom 501-503-3310 Katherine@araaa.org www.araaa.org

Wyndham Gettysburg Gettysburg, PA Sandy Carter 609-820-7846 businessoffice@northeastaaa. org

TBA Terry Ambroz 952-226-5874 www.mnagaviation.com

January 9-11, 2019 TxAAA Convention

January 21-23, 2019 OkAAA Conference

San Antonio, TX Lorena Campos 512-476-2644 Lcampos@thetexascapitol. com

Embassy Suites Norman, OK Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 sandy@okaaa.org

Alexandria, VA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org

January 14, 2019 AzAAA PAASS Meeting

January 23-25, 2019 NM AAA Convention

Custom Farm Service of Arizona Stanfield, AZ Brittany Armstrong 520-705-9692 barmstrong@agairusa.com

Inn at the Mountain Gods Mescalero, NM Sue Steward 940-864-2456 www.nmagaviation.org

November 6-8, 2018 Mid-States Ag Aviation Conference

Isle of Capri Casino and Quad Cities Convention Center Bettenforf, IA Brandon Flexsenhar 309-208-9668 agpilot79@yahoo.com www.iaagaviation.com www.agaviation.com November 12-14, 2018 CaAAA Annual Convention

Wyndham Visalia Visalia, CA Terry Gage 916-645-9747 terry.gage@caaa.net November 12-14, 2018 CoAAA Convention

Embassy Suites Hotel Loveland, CO 719-362-0743 coagav@gmail.com December 3-6, 2018 NAAA’s Ag Aviation Expo

Reno, NV Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org January 3-4, 2019 MoAAA Convention

Drury Suites Cape Girardeau, MO Mike Hall 573-649-2587 aerialcropservices@sbcglobal. net

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January 14-16, 2019 LaAAA Convention

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TBA Mike Rivenbark 910-279-7069 ncagaviation@gmail.com February 2019 Canada AAA Convention

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal, Quebec Canada Shauna Prokopchuk 780-413-0078 canadianaerialapplicators.com

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Thrush After Dark

AgriCair Lights the Wisconsin Sky by Graham Lavender

Following a trip in September into the southern part of Canada, AgAir Update made a stop in Wisconsin to visit with longtime operator Jim Perrin. Jim and his wife, Julie, met me with their infectious smiles and hospitality at the local airport near Bancroft, Wisconsin where Jim and Julie operate AgriCair.

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Opposite Page: Jim Perrin pauses to configure his NVGs before a night application in Bancroft, Wisconsin. This Page, Above: AgriCair uses the AFS boom shutoff valves that enable 50% as well as right/left boom combinations. Right: The AgriCair Team. (L-R): Julie Perrin, Jim Perrin, Cory Rychtmyre, Wyatt Rychtmyre and Mike Lavell.

Jim grew up on a Wisconsin dairy farm in the 1980s before joining the army as a helicopter crew chief. During his tenure with the military, Jim earned his Private Pilot’s License. After he was discharged, he advanced to his Commercial Pilot’s License and promptly attended Harold’s Flying Service’s ag school in 1992. Upon graduation, Jim began spraying for Harold’s (Miller) Flying Service in a 235 HP A-9 Callair. Soon after finishing the first season with Harold in the Callair, Jim moved to Bancroft (the location of his current operation) to fly a Snow aircraft for Jim Stutesman. In 1995, Jim moved from Bancroft to Aledo, Illinois to start his own flying service. His first aircraft were 450 HP AgCats, later upgraded to 600 HP Ag-Cats. After a couple of years operating the 600 Ag-Cats, Jim changed to a geared R-1340 Thrush. Business was doing very well for the Perrins in the late 90s and in 1998 Jim purchased a second operation in Morrison, Illinois, expanding his business. The winter of 2000/2001 presented a “perfect storm”, as Jim recalls. “There were so many

factors that came together at the same time, a decrease in commodity prices and the advent of BT corn, all of it just forced my hand”. He sold his business that winter and moved back to Bancroft to partner with longtime friend, Tim Rourke. The duo initially operated two TPE331-1 powered Air Tractors, an AT-301 and AT-400, respectively. Later, they added a TPE331-10 Thrush. As Tim was nearing retirement, Jim decided to purchase the business in the winter of 2014/2015. Before Jim took full operational control of AgriCair, Julie, Jim’s wife, came onboard to run the daily operations of the business. Julie has a background in the banking industry as a loan officer, and Jim credits her exceptional organizational skills for moving his operation forward. Julie is the face of the business to the customers and handles almost all daily tasks required to successfully operate an aerial application business. This year, Julie has integrated the popular Chem-Man software ➤

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Above: Wyatt Rychtmyre loads AgriCair’s 510G. Below: Jim Perrin rolls out of the AgriCair loading facility in Bancroft, Wisconsin.

into the operation, further enhancing the company’s efficiency. “Chem-Man has been great moving us from our old cumbersome system to the computer age. WPS (worker protection standards) and record keeping as well as automated reports are our biggest tangible benefits.” comments Jim. In 2016, after extensive research, Jim purchased a brand new 510G Thrush from ASI Jet Sales in Minnesota. “I looked at every new agricultural airplane available at the time, and based on my airstrip length and our average load, the 510G checked the most boxes,” says Jim. Jim hired another pilot in 2015 and with that created an unconventional arrangement amongst pilot and operator. Mike Lavell is a longtime friend and with an extensive background flying low-level reconnaissance missions with A100

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King Airs in the Middle East. With no ag-aviation background, Jim worked out a mentorship with Mike. The caveat was Mike would own and maintain his airplane and provide the insurance. A formal contract was written between the two friends. This agreement worked so well that Mike eventually purchased the sister ship to Jim’s 510G from another operator. Where AgriCair operates in Wisconsin, vegetables are the primary crop requiring extensive care from aerial applications. Jim estimates 90% of the crops treated by air are vegetables, with potatoes being the largest of that percentage. Sweet corn, carrots, green beans, peas and beets are all a close second. A decrease in vegetable planting in the last few years has led to a more traditional crop of corn and soybeans going into the ground. The vegetables receive approximately one application a week, primarily fungicides, during the

height of the season with the second and third round usually containing an insecticide. Also, cover crops are becoming more popular in the region, primarily to prevent soil erosion and to maintain a high nutrient level over the harsh winters. This variety of crops bring with it a diverse bee population. Both pollinator and honey-producing bees thrive in Jim’s area. Couple the bee presence with the proliferation of pick-your-own berries, and Jim’s application pressure has increased significantly. In March of last year, Jim attended Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU) in Boise, Idaho to become proficient and certified in night vision goggles (NVG) flying. Jim then retrofitted his 510G Thrush with the STC from ASU. This STC brought the aircraft into NVG compatibility. 2017 was Jim’s first night flying season and he wonders why it took him this long to start. Mike’s 510G, coincidently, was

the first 510G to be certified for NVG operations, and had this STC when he purchased the aircraft. “I had no idea the benefits of night applications. It’s kinda like you don’t know what you don’t know,” claims Jim. “The pressure to get the job done is virtually gone. We don’t have to worry about people in the field. We don’t have to worry about bees. We don’t have to worry about the sun going down. The air is smooth and cool. I could go onand-on. On a moonlit night, with the goggles on, I dare to say I can see better than in the day,” Jim explains. The STC is very unique in that it covers both aircraft modifications as well as pilot training and recurrency requirements. All lighting needs to be NVG compatible and/or filtered, and the pilot is required to have an endorsement. The goggles themselves are not the antiquated versions that were used in the army almost ➤

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“The pressure to get the job done is virtually gone. We don’t have to worry about people in the field. We don’t have to worry about bees. We don’t have to worry about the sun going down. The air is smooth and cool. On a moonlit night, with the goggles on, I dare to say I can see better than in the day,” — Jim Perrin

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30 years ago; the version AgriCair is using are the ANVIS 9 with white phosphorus versus the green so many people are accustomed to seeing in the movies. Some flying takes place during daylight hours, and Jim saves his critical fields for after 9:30 p.m. “About 10% of our flying is done after dark. The key is managing rest periods. Rest periods are the area that required the steepest learning curve for a type A personality like myself” comments Jim. Both Jim and Mike’s Thrush were initially configured identical, however this year they experimented with double the number of nozzles with the smallest possible CP straight streams on Jim’s 510G. This system worked so well the duo will be changing the other airplane (Mike’s) for the 2019 season. Jim is of the opinion that the larger straight streams aren’t as effective. The aircraft are also using the new booms with the anti-corrosive coatings from AFS with 70% full boom and 50% boom shut-off valves, in addition to left and right boom shut off valves, which Jim describes as “an amazing tool”. Jim Perrin is a true advocate for ag aviation. Serving as Treasurer for the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) during the 2017 term, Jim is very involved with the NAAA, as well as promoting aerial application in a safe and positive manner. When asked about his outlook on our industry, Jim says “the future of ag aviation, in my opinion, is going to have several challenges, but each challenge will push us to become better. If I look at the past compared to today, most of us weren’t happy about some of the changes hoisted upon us. But, compare us to our 30 year ago selves, and I’ll take today! As that same trend continues we are the type of people who will step up and meet those new challenges. The technology that becomes available in both equipment and agriculture will make aerial application a stronger tool in the production of food, fiber and fuel.” So if you’re visiting the Wisconsin area, and want to see how night aerial application is done first hand, look Jim up. Just be sure it’s after 10 p.m.!

Opposite Page: The Aviation Specialties Unlimited STC for the Thrush 510G includes cockpit lighting and filter retrofit. Top Right: Jim Perrin with helmet-mounted NVGs. Bottom Right: Even the LED for the flap position indicator on the wing of the 510G is retrofitted for NVG compatibility.

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any aerial applicators have flown at night for years, but now with night vision goggles (NVGs), pilots are seeing more, maximizing productivity, enjoying constant flying schedules and doing it safer than ever before. While working with thousands of operators and regulatory agencies around the world for more than twenty years, the Aviation Specialties Unlimited team has identified three key recommendations to ensure successful implementation of your night vision program. Initially, an aerial applicator should develop a comprehensive night vision program integration plan that includes aircraft modification that has been evaluated by an aviation authority. Unfortunately, there are people and organizations that think Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) filtration is simply a matter of applying NVG film to their equipment which is down,

right dangerous. Those that do so will certainly experience incompatible light reflections during flight, usually in the most demanding conditions where the risk is greatest. NVIS aircraft modifications should always be performed to standards published by the FAA and other aviation authorities. Fortunately, approved modification techniques and modern materials provide optimal daylight and nighttime readability, add value to your aircraft, and are more affordable than ever. Second, operators should ensure that initial and annual training is conducted by instructors with significant civil NVG experience. While there are a great number of well-experienced military NVG instructors in the civil market, their training is based on tactical operations, the opposite of civil NVG flight operations. While military pilots bring valuable NVG experience, they are rarely able to effectively teach proper use of aircraft

searchlights and how those lights can more than double the effectiveness of NVGs. IR (Infrared) searchlights are suitable only for tactical or covert operations and should be avoided in civil operations. Lastly, ensure that you are purchasing NVGs certified for flight and have them inspected and serviced on a regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer. Inspections and maintenance should be performed by personnel trained by manufacturer authorized instructors, using tools and test equipment specifically designed and calibrated for the task. ASU invites you to meet current NVG operators, get your questions answered and earn CEU credits (available in certain states) at NAAA, Aviation Specialties Unlimited Education Session, Wednesday, Dec. 5, 4 - 5:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided.

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need to preface this by saying generally speaking lawyers are not my favorite people, especially those advertising on billboards and television. My daughter is married to a wonderful Christian man who happens to be a lawyer and I have owned three airplanes with a dear friend who is a lawyer; my disclaimer! I spent the entire summer of 1996 flying the Boll Weevil Eradication Program from four locations in Texas, which included Robstown, Alice, Ballinger, and Rotan. While stationed in Alice, one night I was lying in my cheap, strawberry-scented, motel bed watching the news when a commercial came on that really got my attention. It began with the picture of an ag plane in the distance from a head-on view. As the plane got closer and closer, it filled the entire screen and the sound of its huge radial engine filled the entire room. It was an M-18 Dromader, just like my airplane. Dang! It was my airplane.! I recognized the one-of-a-kind paint scheme on its tail as it pulled up at the end of the swath run. Then, this woman’s face and voice came on replacing the airplane and that magnificent rumbling bass of the Pezetel 1,000 horsepower engine. She said something like this, “Have you been poisoned by one of these, a crop dusting airplane? Has one of these airplanes been spraying chemicals in your neighborhood and now you are experiencing stomach cramps, vomiting, a loss of energy and sleep. You may very well have been poisoned by one of these.” And, then it showed my airplane again, but from a going away view and of course the spray was on. Then, “If you think you may have been poisoned by one of these, contact the law firm of (I don’t remember the name). You may be entitled to compensation. There will be no charge for our services unless we collect just compensation for you.” The entire spiel was repeated in Spanish. The whole time she was

talking in either language, her toll-free phone number was continuously flashing in red. The next morning I told the contractor for whom I was flying about the commercial. He knew instantly who she was. As it turned out, she and her husband, also an attorney, had filmed me from their yard. They owned a sprawling estate with about a five-acre lake in front of a huge mansion and a circular drive around the lake. The estate was fenced in by a 12-foot, wooden, batten-board fence. In the back was a large kidney-shaped swimming pool and a separately fenced-in 50 to 60-acre field with maybe ten or twelve horses and a large stable. The whole place may have encompassed 75 or more acres and the cotton fields I was working ran right up to the fence on all four sides. Needless to say, from then on, that farmer’s cotton did not get sprayed by any Boll Weevil airplanes. In 1998 I was flying my first year on the Louisiana Boll Weevil Eradication Program. A lot of my flying was around the Alexandria International Airport which meant houses and outlying neighborhoods. I have always used a lot of smoke to watch the wind so as not to have a drift problem. One of the cotton fields that I sprayed was completely isolated and away from all houses and subdivisions. It was about 10 miles northwest of the Alex Airport alongside an oxbow of the Red River. The Corps of Engineers was working on some huge construction project about 200’ from the southwest corner of my cotton field. With draglines and bulldozers, the men had dug a huge hole in the ground and were building a massive concrete structure in the hole. I had been watching the construction for several months since I began flying there in early June. I naively felt like I had developed some kind of rapport with the workers. Whenever I flew that field, the very

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I knew my GPS card would prove to the judge and their lawyer the true colors of those lying and looking for a free lunch. first thing I would always do, even when I already knew the wind direction, was to lay a line of smoke down the west border, flying north to south. This let the workers know which way the wind was blowing and to let them know that I knew which way the wind was blowing. If the wind was favoring a drift towards the workers, I pulled off the job. I flew that field for the last time, I think on October the 20th. On completion of my “clean-up’’ pass across the south end, I pulled up over the Red River, wagged my wings, let out a puff of smoke and waved goodbye to my “friends” there. Would you believe those rascals tried to file a class action lawsuit against me, claiming I deliberately flew over them and sprayed them? Ten or fifteen men claimed to have suffered nausea, constricted pupils, severe headaches, etc. The EPA investigated their claims and took dirt samples around the site, which showed traces of Malathion. Of course it did! So does all the land within a mile of anywhere me or the “mist blowers” had been spraying. The mist blowers (spray trucks) spray all the borders of all the fields and they have no idea which way the wind is blowing. However, the airplane always catches the heat. I was almost hoping to have to go to court so their attorney could put me on the stand. I knew my GPS card would prove to the judge and their lawyer the true colors of those lying, looking-fora-free-lunch bums. Just another bunch of bloodsucking, freeloaders trying to scam the insurance company regardless of whose career they may injure or ruin. When it was explained to their lawyer that it was only paraffinbased smoke that from mystandalone airplane and that my The all came new Ag-Nav flow controller is a soluSATLOC card would prove they had not been with of granution for efficient and accurate aerialsprayed application anything, the wasThe dropped. lar matter products. system is designed with a unique flow controllernext thatissue. uses 2 built-in motors to accurately adjust Part 2 continued

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he aircraft in the photograph is a New Zealand-built Fletcher FU-24. It is powered by a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-34AG engine (de-rated to 550 shp). This machine can haul a payload of up to 1.4 tonnes (2,204 U.S. pounds x 1.4 = 3,085 U.S. pounds) from farm airstrips of about 450 metres (1,440 feet) if level, or as short as 270 metres (865 feet) if sloping at a 20% gradient. New Zealand dry loading vehicles built by Super Air are based on an imported cab and chassis. In the center is a large tank for the aircraftâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fuel. The small cab is used for loading operations and faces to the rear. The long boom structure, to which the large bucket is attached, is seen in the folded position for driving on public roads between airstrips. Fertilizer is delivered to the farm airstrip by truck and offloaded into a large ground based bin, which protects it from rain; and it rains a rather lot in New Zealand! The two-man unit can be surprisingly productive, for example: The aircraft

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pictured, which is flown by Fraser Wilson, would typically fly about one sortie every 4.5 minutes (often faster). So, the pilot would be spreading 13 x 1.4 tonnes = 18 tonnes (roughly 40,000 pounds) per hour. If Fraser experiences a good weather day, he could probably fly about ten productive hours and apply 180 tonnes (400,000 pounds) of fertilizer. Prior to the use of aircraft in New Zealand, which began in 1949, one fit man supported by another man with a horse to deliver the fertiliser bags to him, could in hill country hand-spread a maximum of three tons (6,600 pounds). The advent of aerial topdressing changed New Zealand from a relatively poor, still-developing nation into a prosperous one and greatly helped reduce the appalling hill-country erosion problem the country was undergoing. If it had not been for the economic depression of the 1930s; followed by WWII, I have no doubt that New Zealand farmers would have been using airplanes much earlier. â&#x17E;¤

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The value of a loader-driver is insurmountable. They toil in the cold, heat, dust and noise (and sometimes coping with grumpy pilots), yet still manage to keep an eye on â&#x20AC;&#x153;theirâ&#x20AC;? pilot and the aircraft as they came and went on so many airstrips for so many tens of millions of sorties. Even in recent years, I personally know of two Crescos (turbine powered FU-24s) that would have suffered a major, and dangerous, main undercarriage leg failure had it not been that the loader-driver detected something wrong as the aircraft came up the airstrip. There can be few other workplaces where it is so vital that two people must work as a harmonious, co-ordinated, one might say symbiotic, team in order to assure a safe and economic operational result. This was brought home to me early in my career when my driver had to dash away due a family illness. As it was, there was a day of rare good weather on a bad airstrip, I decided to finish off the last 15 tonnes by loading the Beaver myself. Well, what an exhausting performance that was! It was only about 16 loads, but it seemed to take forever. Put a load in the bucket, drive to the aircraft and load it, back to the bin, put another load in the bucket, climb up into the cockpit, fly the load out to the sowing area, land and park, climb down, trot to the loader truck and so on. As I flew home, slumped over the control yoke, I vowed never ever again! Another event about 20 years ago was when Phil Lay, flying

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ctober 1 was a successful event day for Dave Frisch and Portage Aircraft Specialties with approximately 65 people attending its Air Tractor dealer welcoming event. Dave welcomed Jim Hirsch, President of Air Tractor and his wife, Leatha from Olney, Texas and Dalton Hill and Natanael Vas from Pratt & Whitney Canada. In turn, Jim welcomed Dave and Portage Aircraft Specialties into the Air Tractor family as their newest dealership in Canada. Jim spoke about the factory, how Air Tractor was established and different models of Air Tractors. He touched on moving forward, the growth and demand of the new 502XP and how tariffs can affect future pricing. Dave described how Portage Aircraft Specialties will be expanding inventory for more Air Tractor parts and offer premium shipping to all customers.

Both Dave and Jim stressed the support both Air Tractor and Portage Aircraft Specialties can offer all aerial applicators across Canada. Dalton and Natanael made a presentation about the reliable PT6A-140AG engine and training courses offered by Pratt & Whitney Canada. Reiss Wicklund was recognized with a Welding Certificate from Air Tractor after spending a week at the factory in Olney, becoming qualified to accommodate repairs on the Air Tractor Networking took place before, during and after lunch while fellow applicators toured the shop and inspecting an Air Tractor on display. A lunch of ribs and chicken was enjoyed by all before heading outside. A flight demonstration of the 502B and 502XP showcased differences between the two aircraft. Also on display was an AT-504, the two-seater, dual control Air Tractor used for training and aerial applications.

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2018 Ag Aviation Golf Tournament Swings Proceeds to NAAREF The 3rd Ag Aviation Golf Tournament was held October 19-21 at the Red Apple Inn and Country Club in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Great weather prevailed for the two-day, 36-hole event. 16 teams competed for various prizes and more than 50 people attended in total. Over $3,500 was donated to NAAREF (National Agricultural Aviation Research Education Foundation). NAAREF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation accepting tax-deductible contributions, donations and government grants. NAAREF was formed in the early 1980s as a non-profit entity to promote education within the aerial application industry. NAAREF is responsible for the PAASS program which is available each year at various state and regional conventions. Next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tournament will be held at the Red Apple Inn and Country Club in Heber Springs, Arkansas, October 18-20, 2019. Contact Brenda Watts at 870-644-3141 or email kpflyingservice@gmail.com.

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n May of 2014, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released Special Investigation Report (SIR) number SIR-14/01, which detailed investigations of 78 ag accidents that occurred in 2013. Each accident involved some aspect of agricultural operations, pilot training or other crop protection activities. Not all of the accidents occurred during a Part 137 operation but were tied to the agricultural aviation industry closely enough to warrant investigating their causes. Since the SIR came out, the National Agricultural Aviation Research and Education Foundation (NAAREF) and NAAA have worked to systematically address each of the four safety recommendations contained in the report. NAAREF submitted a third follow-up letter in June to inform the NTSB of the actions being taken on the safety board’s recommendations. The NTSB responded to NAAREF’s letter with an Aug. 28 letter of its own regarding NAAREF’s handling of Safety Recommendations A-14-28 through -31. The recommendations and NTSB’s comments on the recommendations are listed below. NTSB’s Ag Aviation Safety Recommendations and Responses A-14-28. Guidance for fatigue management is lacking for agricultural aircraft operations, and such guidance could help operators and pilots develop effective strategies to reduce the likelihood of fatigue, dehydration, hunger, and other physiological factors that can negatively affect a pilot’s concentration, decision-making, and performance. NTSB responded that the topic of fatigue in ag aviation was covered with the help of a specialist in sleep medicine in addressing topics such as recognizing and coping with fatigue, medical symptoms of fatigue, dangers of fatigue, importance of sleep, common misconceptions about sleep

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aids, fatigue mitigation practices for agricultural operations, and circadian rhythm. A fatigue module was produced for the 2015-2016 PAASS Program, as well as a fatigue brochure titled “Combatting Fatigue in Agricultural Aviation” and magazine articles about fatigue. NTSB stated that these actions satisfy the intent of Safety Recommendation A-14-28 which it now considers “Closed— Acceptable Action.” A-14-29. Risk management guidelines and best practices specific to agricultural aircraft operations are necessary tools to help operators and pilots mitigate the unique risks associated with their operation. Risk management is a decision-making process by which pilots can systematically identify hazards, assess the degree of risk, and determine the best course of action. NTSB responded that on the topic of risk management, NAAREF presented a module in the 2016-2017 PAASS Program on agricultural operations-specific risk assessment and mitigation strategies that addressed this recommendation. These topics were in multiple Fly Safe safety alerts and Agricultural Aviation magazine and a video was produced about the hazard of operating in low-level airspace. On Dec. 21, 2017, the FAA informed NTSB that it intended to publish a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) on this topic. NTSB responded that pending the completion and distribution of the SAFO, the Safety Recommendation A-14-29 remains classified “Open—Acceptable Response.” A-14-30. A resource that contains detailed information related specifically to agricultural aircraft inspection, maintenance best practices, and quality assurance can reduce the likelihood that unsafe practices may be introduced and perpetuated. NTSB responded that during the 2017-2018

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NAAREF reported to NTSB that it is working with the FAA to develop guidance on Part 137 knowledge test subject areas and skills-test items. The guidance will include reference material and a checklist that will be distributed to industry via the PAASS Program, Agricultural Aviation magazine, NAAA eNewsletter articles and the NAAA website. The FAA notified NTSB that it has updated AC 137-1B to include information on the knowledge and skills test. The FAA also updated its Order 8900.1 guidance for FAA inspectors on administering these tests. NTSB responded that pending the development and distribution of the reference material and checklist, Safety Recommendation A-14-31 remains classified “Open—Acceptable Response.” NAAA and NAAREF will continue to incorporate the topics highlighted in the NTSB’s Special Investigation Report into the PAASS Program, convention safety programs, safety articles in NAAA’s magazine and eNewsletter issues and NAAREF’s Fly Safe bulletins. Please join with NAAA, NAAREF, the FAA and NTSB to reduce accidents and make ag aviation a safer place in which to work.

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NAAA/NAAREF Boards Meet in California’s Desert, Palm Springs Nothing Dry About Substantive Policies Developed to Lead Association/Industry

N Moore discussed education and safety efforts, specifically the content of the 21st season of the PAASS program that will hit state and regional ag aviation association conventions this upcoming fall and winter.

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AAA and NAAREF’s Board and Committee members convocated in Palm Springs, California, October 4-6, 2018 to conduct the business of the association in preserving and strengthening the U.S. aerial application industry. Prior to the meeting the PAASS Presenters prepared for the 21st season of the program which began last week in Michigan (more on the PAASS program’s 21st season later in the article). Palm Springs was chosen as the site of the meeting to give board members a chance to visit and promote back home the site of the 2021 NAAA AgAviation Expo (Convention) which will celebrate the 100th year of agricultural aviation. As tradition has it, the general session of the meeting on Friday was highlighted by the executive director’s report delivered by Andrew Moore on the state of the association and industry. Moore reported 2018 farm income was projected to be markedly down, nearly half way so from its high in 2013. Tariffs levied by China on U.S. agricultural commodities are resulting in a drop in their prices. Moore explained that ag aviators had a better run of things compared to farmers in 2018 per an NAAA industry survey recently conducted. It showed hours flown per aircraft decreasing from 314.7 hours in 2017 to 278.2 hours in 2018. However, 60% of operators treated greater, somewhat greater or the same number of acres in 2018 vs. 2017. Fifty percent of operators polled expressed concern about next season primarily due to agricultural trade uncertainties. Moore went on to deliver a review of key public policies affecting the industry mentioning that even though difficult court decisions had been handed down on the insecticide chlorpyrifos and the herbicide glyphosate, NAAA had worked with EPA to reregister nearly 17 crop protection products

for aerial use that came up for reregistration per the FIFRA 15-year review process over the past eight months. NAAA is also working on seeking regulatory relief in the Farm bill which is currently stuck in conference committee and likely won’t be enacted until after the November elections. Exemption from the burdensome, unnecessary, duplicative and legally-jeopardizing NPDES-PGP along with measures preventing the banning of pesticides via local ballot measures instead of by a state/federal regulatory agency with pesticide regulatory authority are the regulatory relief measures being sought by NAAA in the Farm bill. Moore also discussed passage of the FAA Reauthorization which includes helpful items to the industry such as no user fees and removes the FAA exemption from regulating remote, recreational aircraft; unfortunately, the bill waters down tower marking provisions NAAA was successful in obtaining in 2016 by allowing non-meteorological evaluations towers (METs) to either mark or log into a database, towers between 50-200 feet. METs would still be required to do both. Moore then switched gears to communications and public relations successes NAAA has had over the year. Some required NAAA playing defense in countering claims made in ag trade publications by ground rig and drone manufacturers stating that their equipment was more efficacious in making applications than ag aircraft. NAAA took such claims to task and its rebuttal, chockful of legitimate field test data indicating the opposite was true, was published in both Delta Farm Press and Farm Journal magazines. Also, Farm Journal, with its 345,000 farmer-subscribers throughout the nation also published NAAA’s “Aerial Application: Above All Other Forms of Crop Care” ads pointing out that aerial application is by far the fastest, most versatile and economical way to aid farmers in producing

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Left: The 2018 NAAA officer team conducts the business of the NAAA Board in Palm Springs, CA (left to right: Secretary Lee Turnquist, Treasurer Mark Kimmel, VP Darrel Mertens, President Gary Jerger) Middle: Andrew Moore, NAAA executive director delivers a state of the association and industry report to the NAAA Board at Palm Springs, California. Right: Damon Reabe of Wisconsin delivers both the Research and Technology and Government Relations Committee report to the NAAA Board at Palm Springs, California.

greater crop yields; the ads also directed readers to NAAA’s website and search function that can find an aerial applicator near them. Hits to that site rose markedly when the ads were run in Farm Journal’s Agweb eNewsletter. Moore also discussed the industry’s marked growth in followers on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter and headway that has been made by NAAA in exhibiting ag aviation as a career path at EAA’s Oshkosh, Wisconsin AirVenture show. In three years NAAA has established more than 300 ag pilot leads. Moore also discussed plans that are being developed to use 2021’s 100th anniversary of the first aerial application made by motorized aircraft as a massive public relations event to promote the importance of the industry to agriculture, forestry and public health to the public and mass traditional media. NAAA is also working on a 100th anniversary book. Moore then discussed education and safety efforts, specifically the content of the 21st season of the PAASS program that will hit state and regional ag aviation association conventions this upcoming fall and winter for ag pilots to augment their professionalism, safety and earn continuing education units to renew their commercial aerial application pesticide licenses. The environmental professionalism module will focus on making effective dry applications and the aviation safety portions of the curriculum will focus on controllability of an aircraft in the event of something going wrong. Moore also mentioned that there had been 47 accidents year-to-date, a record low so far, but unfortunately seven fatal accidents. With that said, since the PAASS program’s inception there continues to be a steady drop in accidents per 100,000 hours flown and a decline in drift incidents. Moore also plugged the upcoming NAAA

convention in Reno, December 3-6 and spoke of a major change in the city since multiple high-tech companies like Tesla, Apple and Amazon have established operations there that have resulted in a growth in trendy restaurants, breweries and other great tourist and entertainment fare. He also touched on the substantive educational content scheduled at the AgAviation Expo on how to more effectively communicate to our communities and the public the importance of modern agricultural production and aerial application’s role in our safe, affordable and abundant food supply. Moore also stated that 145 exhibitors and ten aircraft were expected to showcase their cutting edge ag aviation parts and services on the exhibit floor. He also mentioned next year’s convention will be in Orlando before Thanksgiving. Moore stated that membership is up to 1,936 (671 operators and 569 pilots) this year from a total of 1,821 which was 2017’s total, but said that still falls far short of the 1,350 total operators and 1,430 pilots in the U.S. He also mentioned that one of the tangible items NAAA hopes to provide members this year is the industry survey conducted before this season covering comprehensive profile features of the agricultural aviation industry. Moore touched on financial matters next stating that NAAA had a deficit of ($28,148) in fiscal year 2017-18 and NAAREF had a deficit of ($64,139). This is due to having two directors on staff in the education and safety department as Ken Degg prepares to retire at year’s end. Moore did draw attention to the fact that NAAA spends $1,399 per member while it only generates 38% of those costs from membership dues. In closing, Moore did discuss challenges facing the industry including the recent legal decisions ➤ agairupdate.com | B 5

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against glyphosate and chlorpyrifos and how that might cost manufacturers more to (re)register crops. He also discussed how the trade war with China could continue to effect ag commodity prices negatively and how the growing federal debt could result in higher taxes, user fees and reduced agricultural research. But he listed a number of factors that would be positive for ag production and prices to conclude his presentation including U.N. statistics showing the population growing from 7.6 billion now to 9.7 billion in 2050 with much of that being middle class growth. Moore also referenced a study by Gro Intelligence, a global ag think tank, using population and crop production data analysis that shows the planet faces a 214 trillion calorie shortage by 2027. He also mentioned a recent article in Science magazine indicating that climate warming will decrease crop yields by 10-25% for every 2°F increase in temperature due to a more hospitable pest environment (NOAA estimates average temperatures could be between 2° F - 9.7° F warmer by 2100. Lastly, Moore referenced a CropLife magazine survey of U.S. retailers, and crop consultants showing marked positive results of precision ag decreasing input costs and increasing crop yields and how ag aviators could diversity their business by getting into this market. Highlights from the business reported on and conducted by the NAAA/NAAREF Committees and Board are as follows: CONVENTION AND ALLIED COMMITTEES: There was excitement reporting that 96% of the room block is full at the Atlantis--the headquarters hotel in Reno. This is significant this early which is an indication of a heavily attended show. Another exciting aspect of the board meeting is that staff provided a demo on the Text2Bid system that will be used during this year’s Silent Auction. The system allows people to use their smart phones to make bids for items. They can be on the other side of the trade show B 6 | agairupdate.com

floor, the other side of Reno or the other side of the country to make bids. AWARDS COMMITTEE: The following people will be honored with awards at the Excellence in Ag Aviation Banquet on Thursday, Dec. 6 in Reno at the Atlantis: • Agrinaut Award – Peter Jones, Air Repair • John Robert Horne Memorial Award – Mike Rutledge • Larsen-Miller Community Service Award – Leif Isaacson, Desert Air Ag • Outstanding Service Award – Dennie Stokes, Air Aids Inc./Stokes Flying Service • Related Industry Award – JT Helms, Old Republic Aerospace • William O. Marsh Safety Award – Boyd Morgan, Quality Spraying Service • Allied Industry Award – Bill Everett with Pickett Equipment Co., Inc. • Evans-Christopher Operations S.A.F.E. Award – Phil Jank, USDAARS Aerial Application Technology Research Unit • Opal & Bill Binnion Memorial Award – Erin Morse, GEM Air BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE: The Committee recommended, and Board approved, an increase in the association’s budget by $50,000 for the initial expenditures on a 100th anniversary public relations campaign and book to positively promote and obtain significant media attention of ag aviation’s first century. GOVERNING DOCUMENTS COMMITTEE: The committee developed changes to the By-laws that were approved by the Board that would include Single Engine Air Tankers (SEAT), aerial foresters and aerial public health applicators in the operator and pilot membership categories. In addition, an ad hoc committee was established to continue discussions on establishing an aerial imaging membership category.

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE: The Committee directed the association to develop a fact sheet/educational document that shows a roadmap of how states can work with their USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services’ state agronomist to ensure aerial cover crop seeding is understood and an accepted conservation practice in their own state. Staff also gave a report about a recent conversation that it had with the largest drone manufacturer in the world stating they would like to work with NAAA in promoting ADS-B-In be added to all drones that they manufacture and to become an industry requirement. INSURANCE COMMITTEE: The Committee discussed a recent Department of Labor authorization approved by Congress allowing for the expansion of association health policies that in the future may allow for the establishment of a national health care plan for the industry. There is still a lot of unknown information regarding this and the committee will continue to research this subject. LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE: Concerned about a shrinking industry, the committee discussed ideas to transfuse new blood into the industry. As such, NAAA will look towards offering a complimentary membership for youth, such as FFA members or other groups. MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE: It was also determined, in order to appease a state executive director, that NAAA ask state/regional association heads their willingness to follow a hard membership deadline of Dec. 31 each year to coincide with NAAA’s membership deadline and to inquire whether or not NAAA should exclude the requirement that operator and pilot members be a member of a state and regional association in order to be a member of NAAA. NAAA will be sending a letter to state and regional association board members and executive staff to glean their opinion on these matters. The NAAA Board also approved

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a Committee motion to grant long-term, former board member and officer Tom Harkin, formerly from DuPont, as an honorary NAAA member. MUSEUM COMMITTEE: The Committee announced terrific news that Thrush has donated three recurrent simulator courses to the NAA Museum and that they will be auctioned off at various conventions or online. It was also reported that the museum renovation is under way after years of fundraising; however, they continue to need funds. NOMINATING COMMITTEE: The Committee nominated the following officers for 2019 that will be voted on at the December 2, 2018 board meeting in Reno, Nevada. • President – Perry Hofer, SD • Vice President – Darrin Pluhar, MT • Secretary – Jane Pitlick, SD • Treasurer – Bradley Reed, LA Also, NAAREF will bring forward the nomination for Rick Boardman and Rick Turner to be re-elected for a second threeyear term and Dwayne O’Brien for his first three-year term on the NAAREF Board. Mark Hartz has termed out of NAAREF and he was sincerely thanked for his service.

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RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE: Updates on Air Tractor, Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Transland, Thrush and BASF products were reported. BASF reported that a brand-new insecticide has made it through the EPA registration process called Inscalis, which is exciting. The product covers a broad spectrum of crops, including soybeans, and there is no required pollinator protection wording on the label. SAFETY & FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS: The committee briefly discussed the Pulsar pilot fatigue study that USAIG had planned to invest $25,000 if NAAA or NAAREF invests $25,000 to monitor fatigue over a season with 100 pilots. Because of a concern with meeting the study’s population requirements and the costs of the study, following through with the program is on hold. It was announced that Ryan Densham with Pratt & Whitney Canada has moved into another position with his company. The committee thanked him for his work on the accident analysis ad hoc committee and Rick Turner and Kyle Schroeder with Air Tractor have volunteered to take over the work of the committee. Jim Perrin offered to be the ad hoc committee chair for work on a knowledge and skills program in conjunction with FAA and NTSB. SUPPORT COMMITTEE: The Athena program, that focuses on messages for ag aviation operation support staff to help them keep operations safe and running efficiently, will be offered ➤ agairupdate.com | B 7

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Joe “Eaglerock” Ours, dusting cotton near Leland, Mississippi, late 1930s, in Waco 9. Photo courtesy of Mrs. Joe Ours.

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hen I hopped into my S Model Bonanza on May 1, 1967, to fly to Washington, D.C., and become Executive Director of the National Aerial Applicators Association, it was after having spent fourteen years selling agricultural chemicals to crop dusters from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains. By this time, these fellows were a curious mix of characters. Many of the older ones had been flight instructors during World War II and in Korea; the younger ones were often farmers’ sons. Their number dwindled from 40,000 to about 8,000, primarily because it was a tough, demanding, and almost a “round-the-clock” business. There were still a lot of old-timers around, who had started their businesses in the 1920s and 1930s. My adventures with them, which were many, taught me that the industry was “people-oriented,” more of an art than a science, and certainly an “Industry of Innovators.” During my first days in Washington, one of the persons who contacted me was Mabry Anderson, of Clarksdale, Mississippi, who operated a sizable

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TWENTY YEARS AGO Bill Lavender

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John and Lois Pew and Sarita Aerial Contractors’ secretary, Tangelina Schultz

HOENIX, Arizona — After a night’s rest in Chihuahua, Mexico, Graham, Clyde Kornegay and myself departed Monday morning from the Chihuahua International Airport in the V-tail Bonanza with no

problems, heading northwest for the U.S. border at Nogales, Arizona. However, it sure made the paperwork at Chihuahua much easier with Clyde along as our Spanish translator.

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Sarita Aerial Contractors is an efficient operation located in the Arizona desert.

In return for his Spanish-speaking skills, I checked-out Clyde in the Bonanza with a departure from the more than 4,000 MSL Chihuahua airport to a landing between the mountains at Nogales. I wonder if that was legal with a single yoke? Our plans were to spend the next couple of days in the Phoenix area. John Pew, owner of Sarita Aerial Contractors, would meet us at his airstrip west of the Coolidge airport. That’s where we would leave N1YR until our departure back East. During the two days in Arizona, not only were we going to visit with John, but also stop by CP Products’ new offices in Tempe. Clyde’s time with us was coming to a close. His excellent assistance made the Mexican portion of our excursion a success. Because south Texas was not along our return route, we took Clyde to the Phoenix airport to catch a smoker home. Thanks, Clyde. AgAir Update’s interest in Sarita Aerial Contractors were two-fold, night flying in the desert and the purchase of Custom Farm Service, at one time one of the largest ag aviation operations in the U.S., previously owned by John Walton of Wal-Mart fame. John Pew had promised to give us a close look at night flying and at the same time tell us about the merge of Sarita Aerial and Custom Farm. John began his ag flying career in Katy, Texas working for Millard Hickson. From there he migrated to west Texas and flew with Randy Murphy. In 1982, Sarita Aerial Contractors was offered for sale. The company included two B-Model Ag-Cats. John bought the company and operated the Ag-Cats for two years. He later bought two AT-301s, then after four years started using turbine Air Tractors.

In 1982 Sarita Aerial had a customer base of 8,000-10,000 acres that required multiple applications. John built the customer base to include 50,000 acres, of which the majority is sprayed at night. Realizing that Bt cotton would impact the aerial application business on both sides of Interstate 10, also affecting the four ag-av operations in the area, John figured there was a need to streamline the number of aircraft working the cotton, as well as replacing the loss of sprayable acreage for Sarita Aerial. When Custom Farm was placed on the market for sale, the logical solution was to buy it. In 1996 Sarita Aerial was operating an AT802 and two AT-502As powered by PT6A-45Rs. Custom Farm Service had already downsized over the last couple of years from ten to five Ayres Turbo Thrushes and a turbine powered M-18 Dromader. John knew the purchase of Custom Farm would replace lost acreage for Sarita Aerial and at the same time allow him to streamline a fleet of ag aircraft. Between Casa Grande and Phoenix, I-10 traffic travels north. Traditionally, Custom Farm worked the acreage west of I-10 and Sarita Aerial the acreage east of I-10. With the merger, Sarita Aerial would be working both sides of I-10. A fleet of nine turbine-powered ag aircraft used to fly the acreage, but now was reduced to four; an AT-802, two AT-502As and a -45R Turbo Thrush. The pilots employed were also reduced from seven to four, including John and Custom Farm pilot/manager, John Goodwin. Sarita Aerial Contractors sprays primarily cotton, about 65% of the acreage flown. The rest of the acreage is alfalfa and wheat, each about 10-15% and a remaining balance of about 5% on vegetables and miscellaneous crops. All of ➤ agairupdate.com | B 15

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(L) John Pew discusses night operations before Joe Kramer’s (R) takeoff.

the cotton work, except the defoliation flying, is at night. All of the vegetable spraying is at night to protect bees. The intense heat and lack of humidity makes it impossible to effectively spray during the daylight hours of the summer months. Work is scheduled to be completed by 6:00a. Sarita Aerial operates from four strips, including a new one this year at Eloy, Arizona, besides the two home bases at Coolidge and Stanfield, Arizona. Night flying requires special skills from the ag pilot. Not only does he have to be an exceptional pilot like any ag pilot, but he must be able to deal with the challenge of working in close proximity of obstacles and terrain during the dark hours. A night pilot typically flies only slightly below telephone pole height, for obvious reasons. At night, the wind is usually calm, allowing for the application to settle down on the target crop. The ability for the pilot to see is imperative. At Sarita Aerial one item that greatly assists visibility is the nose bowl lights on the Air Tractors. When John began operating Air Tractors at night in the Arizona desert, the aircraft did not have nose bowl working lights. John consulted with a fiberglass shop in the area and designed one. Today, John’s nose bowl lights are part of the light package offered on new Air Tractors. Another point of concern during night operations are neighbors. John has found

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the PT6A-45R engine and five-blade prop combination a real winner when it comes to being a good neighbor, quietly flying over houses in the early hours of the morning. How reliable and cost effective is the -45R. It is one of the larger horsepower series of PT6A turbine engines used in ag work, translating into a higher per hour cost to operate. After more than 3,900 hours on one engine, John hasn’t spent one dime, other than normal hot section inspection expenses and a prop governor overhaul. The key to successfully operating a -45R and the larger -60AG series engines is to have an engine reserve fund. These engines can be very expensive to repair should they have problems, but typically they are very reliable. Also the -45Rs low 640° ITT at 2,000 pounds of torque helps with the long engine life. “I figure the -45R will wear out before it burns out,” says John. On the night we were at Sarita Aerial, night operations were to begin at 10:00p. John took us to the field while we observed Sarita Aerial pilot, Joe Kramer, begin the application. In general, wires aren’t any more or less of a problem at night than during the day. The pilot must be very careful working around them, but fortunately the application is at or above the wires that are usually routed along the roadsides and edges of the fields. The night ag pilot always knows where the high tension cross country

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aul wrote, “For who makes you different from anyone else? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not?” (1 Corinthians 4:7). Thinking we are a self-made man or woman is deceitful arrogance. The idea of a self-made person is a myth! Everything a person has, in one way or another, was given to them! God ordained our DNA, IQ, the time and place of our birth, our parents, our physical capabilities, our looks, and skin color. Someone gave us the food, care, and protection we needed as babies; someone taught us, gave us our opportunities to earn a living, and anything else we have. No matter how hard we have studied in school and worked at our business or profession, we would have nothing except for what the Lord and many others, by God’s providential hand, have given us. “For if anyone thinks himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself” (Galatians 6:3). Self-deception is especially dangerous when we think we’re smarter than God. Adam and Eve believed Satan’s lie and deceived themselves into thinking they could become like God (Genesis 3); and humanity has suffered the consequences. Moses deceived himself into thinking he knew better than God, and struck the rock twice instead of speaking to the rock, and Moses wasn’t allowed into the promise land (Exodus 20:1-13). Samson deceived himself into ignoring God’s standards for his life (Judges 13), and lived his life on his own terms, and suffered the consequences of his actions (Judges 14-16). King Saul deceived himself into not obeying God’s words spoken through Samuel, and it cost him his kingship and life (1 Samuel 13:7-14, 31:4-6). King David deceived himself into thinking he could get away with adultery and murder, but God brought trouble into David’s life for the rest of his life (2 Samuel 12:1-23). Sennacherib deceived himself into believing he could blaspheme God, but his

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everal years ago I had the pleasure to meet Mr. Gaylon Stamps, current PAASS presenter, husband of Pat, father of five and a man I consider a good friend. He’s one of those men that once you get to know them, you feel like you’ve known them all of your life. As a PAASS presenter, Gaylon attends a lot of ag conventions (many times with his wife Pat by his side). I’ve attended several of his sessions and was impressed by his presentations. I always appreciate anyone who helps contribute to the safety and well being of the pilots in our industry. I also attended a Texas convention a few years back where he received the prestigious Director Emerteris award. Everyone in the room was talking about how he deserved it and what a great man he was. He told me that was one of his proudest honors. He’s also received the “Oldtimer Award”, “Outstanding Service Award” and the “National Outstanding Service Award” (another proud moment) throughout his career. Gaylon grew up in the industry following in the footsteps of his dad, JW Stamps who started Stamps Spraying Service in 1963 in the big city of Panhandle, TX (population 2,370). His father was a former sharecropper who started flying and then the next year started his business. Gaylon was a young 9th grader when they moved to Panhandle, TX. “I grew up in the industry and that’s what I wanted to do.” says Gaylon. He met his wife Pat at Lubbock Christian College and fell in love, He had all intentions of working in the the family crop dusting business. However, he joined the Air Force in 1968. In 1970 he started flying on the GI bill, got his commercial license, flight instructor and multi engine rating. His last year of service he was sent to Vietnam. He got out of service in April of 72. He returned to a

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wife and two boys. In review of his career, “I was pretty much a county kind of guy. I didn’t cross county lines. I hired a pilot who was active in TAAA. He encouraged me to be a part of it. When I got active in the Texas assoc. it wasn’t very long, I was elected as director, then in time elected President. Getting busy in state assoc. you meet a lot of people and get involved. From there I got more involved in NAAA. I was then elected Texas delegate.” Then he got involved with NAAREF (National Agricultural Aviation Research and Education Foundation). NAAREF is a subsidiary of NAAA. Their main function is the PAASS (Professional aerial applicator support system) progam. It’s main goals are to educate and prevent accidents and drift claims. “This will be my thirteenth season to do the PAASS program. I absolutely feel that this program has made a difference in the industry. It’s really made it safer. Education is key. “ says Gaylon. While he’s been a board member of NAAA, Pat has been active on the WNAAA for the past ten years. “Being active in the state and national associations of the industry is very important. #1

Gaylon Stamps with dad, JW, “back in the day”.

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Top: (L_R) Baby Gradee Rose, Jason and Carissa Davis, father JW., Gaylon and Pat. Bottom Left: Gaylon and Pat with Darrel and Deb Mertens, (Colorado), at NAAA Convention, Orlando, Florida (in search of key-lime pie) Bottom Right: Gaylon with Scott Petersen, (Illinois), who let Gaylon fly his AT-802 around the patch. A bucket list item for Gaylon.

there is strength in numbers. If the association was ten people it wouldn’t be very strong. Membership also develops the spirit of cooperation. It makes it where we can get something done with these kind of numbers.” I asked him his thoughts about the industry. The two biggest things that have changed this industry are : 1. Turbine engines (more powerful and operate a lot more efficiently if you take care of them) They fly a lot more hours. 2. GPS When talking about major challenges in the

industry, “We’ve got to protect our chemicals because our farmers need the chemicals for more increased yields. The greater population the more food we’ll need. We’re losing farm ground. The only way to keep up with demand is increased yields. Due to the increase in population, we need to be proactive to feed the world. If we don’t speak for ourselves, nobody will. We have to be our own voice against opposition.” Since we’re both musicians, Gaylon and I decided to have a “Pickin and grinning”. He brought Pat to my home town of Wynne, AR where we had a small party with my friends and ➤ agairupdate.com | B 35

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Bottom:JW with Gaylon on Veterans Day. Top: FFA Banquet entertainers, Panhandle, Texas, circa 1965.

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family. I played the piano while Gaylon played the guitar and a friend of mine played the bass. My dad even got up and did his rendition of “Blue Suede Shoes”. It was so much fun! Gaylon is a family man. He and his wife Pat have five children (two of them adopted), fifteen grandchildren and one great grandchild. His daughter Carissa married Jason Davis. Together they are carrying on the family business (S & D Spraying). Gaylon is still part owner of the business and is active although not spraying due to medical reasons. My husband Jerry and I recently had the pleasure to stop by and see Gaylon and some of his family in Panhandle. It was really great to meet his father who started it all. There’s nothing like a family business watching Gaylon’s beautiful granddaughter running around, his father relaxing in a recliner and his son-in-law showing me his work flow. I enjoyed taking it all in. I was even able to get everyone together to get a four generation picture! When reflecting his outlook on life “It’s good to have few regrets when you get to my point in life.”

Gaylon with many others work at making a difference in your life and your industry. Why? Because he’s a good person and he cares. If someone has made a difference in your life (whether it’s Gaylon or someone else), let’s make them feel appreciated. You can do it in many ways. Thanking them personally, honor them by listening to their advice, and/or PAASSing on your knowledge to others. To Gaylon and all of those “PAASS” presenters who are making a difference, “Thank you for your service”.

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NTSB Identification: GAA18CA245 Date: Wednesday, April 18, 2018 Location: Weipee, ID Aircraft: AYRES CORPORATION S2R Injury: None According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Aviation Safety Inspector, the pilot in the tailwheelequipped airplane initiated a takeoff roll to perform an agricultural application flight. During the takeoff roll on the gravel airstrip, the airplane exited the right side of the runway and collided with a drainage culvert. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left-wing spar. Despite multiple attempts to contact the pilot by telephone and email, the pilot failed to contact the National Transportation Safety Board Investigator-in-charge. The FAA Inspector did not travel to the accident site.

NTSB Identification: GAA18CA383 Date: June 27, 2018 Location: Malin, OR Aircraft: GRUMMAN ACFT ENG COR-SCHWEIZER G 164B Injury: None The pilot reported that, during an aerial application flight, he misjudged the approach and did not give enough clearance for power wires. The airplane began to sink and he pulled back on the flight control stick. Subsequently, the airplane aerodynamically stalled into the power wires. The pilot further reported that he did not remember anything else until he awoke in the hospital. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, empennage, and both wings.

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NTSB Identification: ERA18LA182 Date: 06/30/2018 Location: Flat Rock, AL Aircraft: Piper PA 25 Injuries: None On June 30, 2018, about 1045 central daylight time, a Piper PA-25 was substantially damaged when the right landing gear collapsed during takeoff at Leon’s Landing Airport (4AL7), Flat Rock, Alabama. The airline transport pilot was not injured. The agricultural flight was conducted under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed for the local aerial application flight. The pilot reported that the airplane was loaded with 120 gallons of chemicals and 30 gallons of fuel. During the takeoff roll, after the tail lifted off the runway and the airplane was at 65 mph, the right landing gear “snapped” causing the right wing to drop and strike the runway. The pilot was unable to control the airplane as the right wing and propeller dug into the turf runway. The airplane then spun, departed the runway, and subsequently struck hay bales. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector revealed that the fuselage aft of the cockpit was twisted and wrinkled, the right wing leading edge was crushed, and the right landing gear separated near the fuselage. The fuel tank and chemical hopper were not breached.

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NTSB Identification: CEN18LA278 Date: 07/17/2018 Location: Vinton, IA Aircraft: AERO COMMANDER S2R Injuries: None On July 17, 2018, about 1445 central daylight time, an Aero Commander S2R, experienced multiple engine power anomalies during attempted landing at Vinton Veterans Memorial Airport (VTI), Vinton, Iowa. On final approach, the pilot was unable to reduce power and attempted a go around. During the go around, the engine experienced an uncommanded throttle decreased to idle. The pilot executed a forced landing into a cornfield and sustained substantial damage to the airplane fuselage and empennage. The commercial-rated pilot was not injured. The airplane was under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 as an agricultural flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the flight, and no flight plan was filed.

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NTSB Identification: WPR18LA222 Date: 08/14/2018 Location: Northport, WA Aircraft: Air Tractor AT802 Injuries: Serious On August 14, 2018, about 1500 Pacific daylight time, an Air Tractor AT802 airplane (Fire Boss), was substantially damaged during a forced landing near Northport, Washington. The commercial pilot was seriously injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the local area flight that had originated from a water dip site near the area of an active fire. According to the United States Forest Service (USFS) accident coordinator, the airplane was being used as a mutual aid agreement between Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the USFS. The accident flight was a flight of 3, with the accident airplane in the number 2 position. The pilot reported

that he heard a “thud” followed by a bang and the airframe began to shake. He jettisoned the water and turned away from the other two airplanes. The pilot initially was going to land on an old logging road; however, the landing area was lined with trees on both sides of the road. He opted instead to stall the airplane over the tree tops. After impact with the trees, the airplane came to rest upright at the base of the trees adjacent to the road. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector responded to the accident site and reported that the entire airplane came to rest at the accident site. He noted that the cowling and one wing were oil-coated. The airplane was recovered to a secure location for further examination.

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NTSB Identification: CEN18LA357 Date: 08/29/2018 Location: Opelousas, LA Aircraft: Grumman G164 Injuries: None A Grumman G-164A experienced a total loss of engine power while maneuvering over an open field near Opelousas, Louisiana. The pilot subsequently made an off-airport forced landing in the field. The private pilot was not injured. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the top wings and vertical stabilizer. According to the pilot’s accident report, he was practicing crop dusting maneuvers when the engine lost all power. Being at low altitude, the pilot made a forced landing in an open muddy rice field, and the airplane nosed over. Post-accident examination of the engine revealed that two bolts that secure the left magneto had come loose and were missing. This disrupted the spark timing, resulting in a complete power loss. The magneto was identified as an American Bosh SB9RU-3 magneto, serial number BB3829, that was installed on January 13, 1998. An FAA inspector examined the airplane. He reported finding two of the three bolts for the left magneto had come out. The safety wire was also broken. He stated the left magneto was barely holding on. The Sims coupling was heavily damaged as well. He could easily move the magneto around.

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NTSB Identification: CEN19FA003 Date:10/12/2018 Location: Placedo, TX Aircraft: Air Tractor AT502 Injuries: Fatal On October 12, 2018, at 1841 central daylight time, an Air Tractor AT-502B airplane, impacted an antenna tower near Placedo, Texas. The pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was destroyed by impact forces and a postimpact fire. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 aerial application flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. The flight was not operated on a flight plan. The local flight originated from the operator’s private airstrip near Ganado, Texas, about 1730. A representative of the operator

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The other one is based in Campinas. Omaer has also built nine RV aircraft of various models between 1994-2010. From 2014 on, the owners decided to separate the companies. In that year, Aeroagrícola Rosariense was sold. Then later in 2016, Gabrielense became owned soley by one of the owners, Luiz Carlos Pase. The Textor family kept the Omaer/SEPAL companies. Omaer specializes in aircraft maintenance, engines and accessories under the management of Mário Textor. SEPAL continues with aerial spraying under the magagement of Rodolfo Textor. Omaer sells parts and provides services throughout Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay. The company has wing and fuselage jigs for both Cessna and Ipanemas for making major airframe repairs. Since 1998, Omaer has made 23 IO-540 Lycoming engine conversions from the IO-520 Continental engine A 36 | agairupdate.com

for the Cessna 188 with two more in progress. Omaer converts IO-540 Lycoming engines to use ethanol, adding 20 horsepower to the engine for a total of 320 HP. Also, Omaer can do the same with the IO-520 and IO-550 Continental engines, converting them to alcohol. Mário designed an improved exhaust system for the C-188, keeping the muffler and special collectors to enhance engine power. Another improvement made by Omaer to the C-188 is fiberglass engine cowlings fabricated from fireproof resin, replacing the aluminum cowlings. Other fiberglass work done by Omaer is refurbishing hoppers to like-new condition. Omaer offers major engine overhauls of Lycoming and Continental engines. Overhauls come with a six-month or 200-hour warranty, using the owner’s

choice of new or overhauled cylinders. Along with engine overhauls and conversions, the company overhauls starters, generators, alternators and magnetos. And, Omaer offers complete aircraft painting in its paint shop. Twenty-two employees work at Omaer. The company is diversified offering ag-operators throughout Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay a wide choice of services including paint work, major airframe repairs, engine conversions, exhaust system improvements, an extensive parts selection including the Transland Gaucho Swathmaster, Omaer is a Transland representative and the only company that is certified to use Transland equipment on Ipanema aircraft, the only supplier of this equipment to EMBRAER SA and much, much more!

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Ag Cat

1962 Light Frame Ag Cat R-985, 11025 TT, 825 SMOH, SATLOC M-3, Bottom Load Single Point Fuel System, 80 Gallon Fuel, 25” Transland Gate, New Transland 8 Vane Large Intake Spreader, Smoker, Flagger, Oil Filter Kit, Stainless Steel Booms with CP-09 Nozzles, Heavy Landing Gear, Locking Tailwheel. Additional Info In Spec Sheet. $65,000 Call Chad at 701-4001113.

1989 Super B Fat Cat, super 6 engine, 500 gallon, 11,166 TT, 1189 since hot, 188 IRAN, hydraulic spray system, air conditioning and heat, wing extensions, servos, night lights, E/I digital gauges. Price reduced to $290,000 Call 509-520-8267

The WeATh-Aero

1971 G164A -600, AG100 80gals fuel, approx. TT 8100, approx. SMOH 950, Wing Extensions, Transland Spreader. Excellent condition. Ready to Work. Make Offer Reduced to $51,900 910-290-2706

Full FeAThering cockpiT conTrollAble WindmillS “Still” the preferred method for powering the spray pump

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Serv-Aero engineering, inc. 37 Mortensen Ave, Salinas, CA 93905

Orders: 831-422-7866 Fax: 831-422-8232 caturbineman@aol.com

G-164B AgCat, 400 Gallon Super B. Ground up restorations better than new. Raised Metal Wings, 115 Gallon Fuel, New Tail Spring, Main Gear, Tires Tubes, Brakes, 38” Gate Box, 400 Gallon Hopper. Buyer supplies firewall forward. Expected finish dates March 1st and October 1, 2019. To speak for a production slot, contact Storm Aeronautics at 402-367-3213. $325K

1978 B Model 600. 7400 TT. 4 hrs SMOH 4hrs SPOH. Aircraft completely refurbished by Hershey Flying Service in 2004 @7302 TT. Satloc M3. New 330 gal Hershey Hopper. Aircraft is like new. Has not sprayed since Rebuild.Tulsa Engine and Prop OH by Northwest Propeller. $150,000. Contact Arvid @ 701-430-0215

G-164C Model AgCat, Serial #43C, N3407G - Ground up restoration better than new. Second to last C model ever produced. Raised Metal Wings, Stainless Steel Belly, Relined 500 gallon Hopper, 115 Gal Fuel, New Tires, Tires, Brakes, Tail Spring, Main Gear have been checked and magnafluxed. Air Frame will be finished by the end of 2018. Buyer supplies firewall forward. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 402-3673213. $425K

1978 Ag Cat B Model, 10079TT, 765hrs. on Covington 985, 470hrs. on Memphis prop. 22D30 hyd. prop. ag 200 blades, 80 gal. fuel, Grumman sys. S/S booms CP3s, S/S belly, spreader, Del Norte GPS, Hyd. hopper door & auger sys. root pump, smoke, aileron & elevator servos, 500x5TW, TW lock, center line tall tail, new tires, several spare parts & overhauled accessories. Price reduced to $80,000 Call 870740-8093 or 870-564-2585

1975 Grumman Ag Cat G-164A, N48399, 3162.0 TTAF, SATLOC, SS Booms, Air, 119 Gallon Fuel. $175,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net

G164-A 1340 Ag Cat, 372 SMOH, 60 hrs since Covington went though and new blower section, engine was fine, sent out because sitting for years. ATT 5901, 33 SPOH w/lots more O/H left, 25 since new fabric, smoker, flagger, SS airfoil booms, stainless belly, extended wings w/Hersey tips, metallized wings, speed ring, CP heads, Swathmaster w/Grumman gate, strobes, closed cockpit, new spray valve, elevator servo, Weather-areo pump fan, baggage door, tailwheel lock, always kept inside. Flew it 60 hrs last year. Ready to work. No longer in business. $68,500. 410603-7301 (2) 2018 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

1991 Grumman G164B Ag Cat, N629EH, TT 5322.2, Pratt & Whitney PCE 56841 Engine Time:1091.3 SMOHP, M3 & Flow Control, Raised Metal Wings, Electric Brake, Tail Covered 2012, SS Booms & CP Nozzles, A/C, Single Point Fuel, Goose Feet, Electric & Rudder Servos, Hopper Rinse Tank, 119 Fuel. Call for price. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net

1974 Grumman, G164A, N9688, AG CAT, P&W Model: R-1340AN-1 HYD, S/N:8524, 600HP, Engine Time 90.0 Engine Installed: 02-5-17, Overhaul By: Tulsa Aircraft Engines, Prop Specs: Hamilton Standard, Model:12D40, S/N:T187149, Blades: AG-100-2, TIME:165.0, Modifications/Conversions: Propeller O/H 06-12-2015 BY Memphis Propeller Service, Recovered Vertical Fin, Rudder, Horizontal Stabilizers, Elevators with Ceconite 101, Poly Fiber Date: 4-16-2013. $110,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net

1972 2-Hole Ag Cat A-Model, Engine TT 302.8 hrs. R985-14B crank shaft, TTAF 5357.6, 298.9 since rebuilt. Aircraft is in a restricted category for banner towing, dual control. $70,000 337-6528659 Leave message if no answer Mint ‘’450” Super-Cat! Start up the safe & sound way. DAF Combo, 12V, 46 fuel, 99% original. 0-SIRAN A&E&P. Looks and flies like new. Earn while you learn, $109K. Owner will trade for ‘’people’’ plane. AmAg, 870-886-2418 or email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com

G164B Ag Cat, N8834H, SN1B, 7266TT, 227 SMOH R1340, 23D40311. Fresh rebuild, better than new! As seen in Savannah, GA Call Mike Deck at SKY TRACTOR LLC 701-636-5880 or 800-437-5319

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Air Tractor

1969 G-164A, 6590 TT, P&W R-985AN-14B, 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 / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends SB+ Turbo-Cat, TPE331-1 Work horse! Deluxe Equipment, AAI-Annual, M3 w/TC, HV TL Combo, 218-SHSI/GBI, 5525/5210/1586 RC’s. Price reduced to $295K (AgCat trades welcome) For more information contact AmAg: 870886-2418/2489FAX or Email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com

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 701-6365881

1984 Ag Cat Super B, N3627G, Airframe TT: 14,336.0, Engine TT: 10,849.0 PT6A -15AG, Equipment: Big Fuel – 120 gallons – Side Load, Wing Extensions – Hershey Tips, Hershey Heavy Tail Spring, Bantam w/ G4 plus Flow Control, Mills Conversion FWF, 400 Gallon Hopper, A/C, Bleed Air Heat, 38” Transland Gate, Agronautics Ground Adjustable Fan, Elevator Servo, Goosefeet Aileron Servo’s, CP Nozzles w/ Drop Airfoil (DAF) Booms. Go to http://classifieds.agairupdate.com/ details.php?id=1055 to see spec sheet for more details. $345,000 Call Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation 870-572-9011 days / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends

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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 1-800-437-5319 Col. Joe Kittinger’s G164A Sky-Writer/ Banner-Tower “Show-Cat”, less E&P $30K haul-away, or fully restored w/0IRAN A&E&P (270-SMOH Covington R985) for $125K. Call 870-759-1692 or email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com

1963 Light Frame Cat, 12,306 TTAF, 1014.0 SMOH on R-985, 802.1 SPOH on Hamilton Standard Model 2D30, Hershey Tips, Weathereo Fan, Trailing Edge Booms, Smoker, Automatic Flagman. Go to http://classifieds. agairupdate.com/details.php?id=1539 to see spec sheet. $40,000 Call Darryl at 479-935-4891 Parting out 400 gallon B-Model. Good wings, hopper, and many other parts. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091

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 Two Hole Ag Cat project for sale. Call Storm Aeronautics for more details. 402-367-3213 Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. Starting at $19.99 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.

1994 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG, 10,500 TTAF, 5,500 TTE, SATLOC G4 with Intelliflow, Reabe Hopper Gauge, Electronics International Fuel Flow, GPS dash, VG’s, refurbished in 2002. 900 hours on new CT blades. Lane fan and brake, CP nozzles and check valves, 3 inch bottom load, single point fuel, Ky 196a radio, heat, A/C, smoker, rinse tank. Well maintained. Price reduced to $365,000. Call Brian 419-680-6997 or email gibbsaerospray@gmail.com

AT-602 DEAL. TAKING BEST OFFER! MUST SELL BY NOV. 8TH We’ve disassembled our 1999 AT-602. It is in SW LA in a shipping container. Aircraft used in Central Africa to apply fungicides to banana plantations since 2010, (2400 hrs). Airframe, engine & prop have 6900 TTSNEW. Power section 2400 since light OH by Covington. Propeller: 560 hrs. since new. Wings need the mod. of spar cap. Looking to sell all or separately, complete aircraft or airframe only. Engine was in good running condition when removed for shipping. No damage history, wire strike or sudden stoppage. I bought this engine new. I will be in US in October. Will take best offer. All original logbooks are available. Maintained by A&P, following all SB from Pratt & SL from Air Tractor. TAKING BEST OFFER! MUST SELL BY NOV. 8TH guillemd@bellsouth.net and/ or lakeaviation@hotmail.com 337315-2322 or 337-453-0793 2011 AT-502B-2760, N2022Y, TTAE 2095.4 hours, Time HSI 437.3 hours, Starter Gen. 437.3, 3” load system, SATLOC Bantam GPS w/G4 screen. $595,000. Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft S&S 800-4412964 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com

2012 AT-802 -65 Dual Cockpit, 2920 hrs, g4, flow control, CP11tt, hydro gate, spreader, stainless booms, storm shield, storm cutters, load hog. Really clean extremely nice plane. $885,000 Call Justin Houston at 270-293-3325 or 270-293-3843

1993 AT-502 PT6-15, TTAF 10,700, TTE 9970, 250 since Hot section. Replaced all windshield frame, new tail spring and tailwheel. Well keep, hangared and engine burns only 40 GPH. Great aircraft with M3 SATLOC and crop hawk. Lease option $300 per hr. w/half of lease going towards purchase. David at 318-542-9665

1998 AT-602 -65B, Completely rebuilt in 2009, 5550 hrs since rebuilt, good times left and maintained by Covington. Will sell w/fresh annual, hot section inspection & paint scheme of your choice. Bantam GPS, windshield washer, heat, a/c, washout system, manual tailwheel lock, transponder, Garmin 560, Garmin audio panel, comm radio. All mounted in radio box. Wingman, anti collision lights on leading edge, LED strobes, night work lights, factory air scoop, off set engine mount, electric Aileron trim, all glass good, this aircraft has been maintained as good as it gets. Call for details 501516-6156. NEW 2018 502XP Available. Call for 2018 Pricing. For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213

2013 AT-602 -60AG, 4050 TTAE, SATLOC Bantam W/G4 screen & IntelliFlow, AmSafe airbags, Hatfield automatic SP fuel system, large long range fuel, new tires / rotors / brakes, FCU sent out for O/H. Large hi-flow spray system for up to 10 gal/ac work. Very clean airplane. All logs and aircraft records in good order. $750,000 Gavin Morse for specifics. 509-220-4338

2015 AT-802 -65, 1400 hours TT, 1100 remaining on warranty, Wingman, SATLOC G4, Flow control, Fast start, Hatfield fueling system, CP flat fan, 10 inch hydraulic gate, Vondran controller, stainless steel Camlocks. Will sell with Hot Section. $1,080,000 Call 870945-1383 for more information.

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1991 AT-401, TTAF 5700, TSO Engine P&W 1340 444hrs approx. Covington Overhaul TSO, Propeller 22D-40 constant speed Hamilton Standard. VGs, AgNav Guia, AutoCal II Flow control, Bendix King VHF Radio, Engine cold air kit, Engine oil filter, Collins Air conditioning, Cool Seat, 32 VariRate Nozzles. Clean with lots of recent new parts. $180,000 Call Ben at 403-3361793 2005 AT-602 -65AG, 6000 TTAE, Prop 0 since IRAN, 0 since Hot section by Covington, Bantam Flagger. $550,000 Call 870-759-1398 2018 AT-802A -65AG, FTO, LOADED. $1,411,000 Call Lane Aviation 888995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401

1978 AT-301, 4700 hours remaining on wing spars, 880 hours since complete tear down and inspection on engine, complete strip & paint, fresh annual with sale, new leading edge skins, new nose ribs, new side panels, new fasteners, new Lane brake, new pump, new fuel lines, new carburetor heat cable, new prop cable, too much to list! Lost hangar, make offer, any offer! Call Curt at 320-583-8812 for more info. AT-400, PT6A-15AG, Bantam GPS/ flow/G4 screen, CP’s, Zee Air/heat, fresh hot. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ farmairinc.com

2010 AT-602 $825,000, TTAF 2452, TTE 2452, PT6-65AG, PropTT 2452, HOT completed at 1585 by Covington SATLOC G4 Flow control, CP11TT with Swivels, ASF Check Valves, SS Transland system, Wingman, Lane Electric Brake, Kawak Quadrant, Storm Cutters, Storm Shield, Hopper Rinse, Heat, AC, Hatfield Bottom Load, Garmin SL40, Garmin GTX 327, Transponder PS Audio Panel Blue tooth Blind Encoder, AmSafe Shadin, P&W FAST Data Acquisition System, Clean Northern Plane. Call Kinniburgh Spray Service 403-795-8245 or 403-2238245

2014 AT-802F-0551 w/ PT6A-67F, TT 485, Garmin 750, 2 additional VHF radios, Aspen Primary Flight Display, Traffic, FM Radio, 406 ELT, Lightning Strike Protection, 380 Gallon Fuel, Welded Float Fittings, Air Tractor FRDS Gate, NDH, $1,400,000 Please call Queen Bee Air for more information at 800-736-7654

AT-504: Learn and earn. With side-byside 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.

2007 AT-802-0277 N4274S with PT6A-67AG, TT 1,240, Air Tractor FRDS Gate, 2 FM radios, 2 VHF, Dual Transponders and Encoders, NDH. $1,000.000 Please call Queen Bee Air for more information at 800-736-7654 2009 dual cockpit /single control, AT802, PT6A-65AG, STD gate, wingman, s.p. fuel, electric brake/fan, smoker, GPS/flow, Covington hot, approx. 3300 TTSN. For more information call 309759-4646 or farmair@farmairinc.com

2010 AT-502B Clean Canadian Air Tractor - has never seen fertilizer. $715,000 USD, TTAF 1629.6, TTE 1629.6, Propeller TT 1629.6, No damage history, Propeller due for overhaul in 2020, Hot section inspection due 1750 hrs, Bantam GPS with flow control, Single point fuel, CP09 nozzles, 170 gallon fuel, VG’s, Right Boom shutoff, Whelen LED’s. Contact Portage Aircraft Specialties, Dave Frisch 204-870-2828 email-sales@ portageaircraft.ca

2015 AT-802A-0584 N807BB with PT6A-65AG, TT less than 2,150. Very nice northern aircraft. Fresh annual and Hot Section with purchase. NDH $1,025,000. Please call Queen Bee Air for more information at 800-7367654

2006 AT-802-0227, N4169C, W/ PT6A-67AG, TTSN approx. 1260, Air Tractor FRDS Gate, 2 FM radios, 2 VHF, Dual Transponders and Encoders, L3 with active Traffic, Aspen Primary Flight Pro 1000 with synthetic vision displays. GDL 39, Aera 660, and Avionics upgrades ADSB (compliant with L3) NDH. $1,030,000 Please call Queen Bee Air for more information at 800-736-7654. 2016 AT-802A -65AG, Wingman, GPS/flow, Hyd. Gate, 308 fuel, S.P. Fuel, Approx. 1200 TTSN. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com

2011 AT-802A-0426 N802W with PT6A-67AG, Single place, TT less than 3,200. Very nice northern aircraft, NDH, $975,000. Please call Queen Bee Air for more information at 800736-7654 *image is stock photo 1993 AT-502, SN 502-0206, N9085F, PT6A-34AG, TTAF 15,625, TTE 8172.6, Hobbs 7319.8, SHOT 1341.7, SMOH 1341.7. Wingman, Satloc GPS, Smoker, FastStart, AC/Heat, Tranland Spreader, spray booms. Fresh annual, hangared. $300,000. Call (870) 263-1300 or fbfsllc@gmail.com

2012 AT802 -65, 2800 TTAE, Air & Heat, 308 fuel, Load Hog, Reabe Gauge, 94 Flat Fan Nozzles, 10 inch Hydraulic Gate - Vondran Controller, New SATLOC G4, 94 AFS Check Valves, Single Point Fuel, Laser Altimeter, Lane Brake Fan, Smoker, Fresh Hot & Annual. $925K Call Cory Johnson 870-9304553 870-684-2203

1981 AT-301, 6900 hrs TT, 900 SMHO, Low Time wing spars w/VG’s & winglets, 150 hrs OH prop Governor, 250 hrs on new prop, Tall tail w/OH rudder with new fabric & paint, New extra thick widescreen, SATLOC 2 GPS, New tires & tubes, Reconditioned spray system: New plumbing & hoses, New spray valve, re-built Weth-Aero pump. Spare yellow tag MAG, One Spare yellow tag JUG & piston, comes w/SS spreader. Good compression’s. Runs Strong. Title free & Clear. All logs in good order. *Priced w/engine OH in mind. Asking $85k or 2 payments of $45K Call 509220-4338

2014 AT-502B, TTSN: 900hrs., Full year of engine warranty remaining, VG’s, G4 SATLOC, Wingman, SS booms, CP 11, SS spreader, heat & air, SP fuel, hopper rinse, air bags, smoke, clean and very well maintained. Fly’s great. Beautiful airplane. Always hangared. Reduced price to $725,000 Call Rich at 870-253-8242

2010 AT-802A W/-67AG, N6000J, TTAF&E 3550, PT6A-67AG, SHSI 950, Hartzell HC-B5MA-3D, SIRAN 700, Annual inspection due 2/1/19, LED Strobes, New Gear 2017, AC & Heater, CP-09 Nozzles, SATLCO G4 w/Intelliflow, Wingman, 48 Volt Fast Start, Smoker, 10” Hydraulic gate w/Vondran Controller, Ram air inlet, Offset engine mount. $825,000 Call Darryl at South Delta Aviation - 479-935-4891 / 870-9951323 nights and weekends

2016 AT-502B -34AG, N816HB, 430TT since new, engine warranty to 2500 hrs., Hatfield single point fuel, Bantam w/flow control, 234 gallon fuel, Storm Cutters, MVP-50 panel, SS spray system, Lane fan & break, A/C and heat, smoker, radio transponder, right hand boom shutoff, Reabe hopper gauge. Always hangared since new, no damage history, no trades please. $810K 772260-5538

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2016 AT-502B -34AG, N516HB, 810TT since new, engine warranty to 2500 hrs., Hatfield single point fuel, Bantam w/flow control, 234 gallon fuel, Storm Cutters, MVP-50 panel, SS spray system, Lane fan & break, A/C and heat, smoker, radio transponder, right hand boom shutoff, Reabe hopper gauge. Always hangared since new, no damage history, no trades please. $760K 772260-5538

2012 AT-802 loaded with 3937TT, 644 SHOT, 644 since new gear installed, Wingman, Hatfield fuel system, 374 gallon fuel, SATLOC Bantam w/flow control, Hydraulic gate, prop and starter generator IRAN 644 hrs ago, Comm and transponder, CP-11 nozzles, super clean aircraft. $850K Call 870-919-5476

Buy the engine, get the plane for free. $437K. 1991 AT-402B -34, G4, new panels, hopper, rinse, gear, AmSafe, LED lights, storm shield and cutters, 3 yr paint, new wings, extensive work by Covington, -34 new rear case, input shaft, starter generator, power section, and over speed governor. Excellent times on rotables. 620-397-3052

1995 AT-502B -15AG, 7000 TT AF/E, SATLOC Bantam with flow control, Stainless steel spray booms, Single point fueling, Fan and electric brake. Ready to work. This is a perfect plane to start a new pilot in or to get into your first turbine. $320,000 Call 877-647-6325

Ready to work AT-502B with-34. Price reduced to $285,000. Call John at 361-935-6006 for more information.

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2012 AT-802A-805ET, -65, 3740 hours engine and airframe since new, loaded with extras, fresh annual and hot section. Price reduced to $800K Call David at 870-501-1136 or email dglover63@yahoo.com

1998 AT-602 10,484 TTAE, PT6-60 350 Hrs. since annual, engine HS & IRAN. Prop 800 Hrs. SATLOC M3, CP-11 nozzles and check valves, Wingman, Shaden Fuel Flow, Reabe Hopper Gauge, Single Point Fuel, Plane is working daily and needs nothing. Paints fair. Email for Spec sheet. $350K 940-841-4827

1986 AT-301, 6950 Hours TT, 235 Hours SMOH, 100 Hours SPOH, New Wing spars 150 hours ago, SATLOC Intellistar GPS w/large display, SATLOC Flow Control, Laser altimeter, Winglets, AM-Safe Airbags, A/C, Storm Cutters, Weath-Aero fan w/electric adjust, Electric Right boom shut-off, 2 lowered SS booms (atomizers and CPs) Smoker, Vortex Generators, New hopper (350 gal), New Fuel Tanks, HD Otter Exhaust, VHF radio, XM Radio w/audio panel, Ipad mount w/ charger, Great Paint , Various spare parts, Same owner and Yorkton Aircraft maintained since 2002. Call 306-533-4891

2012 AT-502B Clean Canadian Air Tractor - has never seen fertilizer. $740,000 TTAF 1515, TTE 1515, Propeller total time 1515, No damage history, Propeller due for overhaul in 2022, Hot section inspection due 1750 hrs, SATLOC G4 GPS with flow control, Single point fuel, CP-11 nozzles, 234 gallon fuel, VG’s, Flagger, Right Boom shutoff, Whelen LED nose lights. Contact Portage Aircraft Specialties, Dave Frisch 204-870-2828 emailsales@portageaircraft.ca Bargain 1994 AT-402, 6000 TTAE, PT-6A-21 (550 hp), SATLOC Bantam, A/C, Spars 1000 hours remain, gear 250 remain, new CT blades and 0 SHOT section, fresh annual, corrosion proofed 2 years ago. Call Pierre Smith 478-494-3757

1979 AT-301, TTAF: 8797, SMOH eng: 0 (Covington), SMOH prop: 0, Spars 4,792 remaining Hydromatic prop, spin-on oil filter, engine driven A/C, metal tail, AmSafe belts, VG’s, M3 flow control, CP nozzles. $135,000 Call Richard 320-979-8326

2009 AT-502B-2691, N769PB, -34AG, 3037 Hrs. TTAE, 4 blade Loadmaster propeller 412 Hrs. since new, SATLOC G4 with flow control, CP nozzles. Go to http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=1827 to see spec sheet for all options. $625,000 Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com

2015 AT-802A, N3082P, -65AG, Single Point Fuel, Elec. Brake Gr Adj, Smoker, Wingman, G4 w/Flowcontrol and Hydraulic Gate w/Hemisphere Controller. $930,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213 2016 AT-802A -65AG, 308 Fuel, S.P. Fuel, GPS/flow, Wingman, Hyd. Gate, Approx. 1300 TTSN. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com

2012 AT-802 -65, 3800 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 12/1/18 Price reduced to $825,000 For more information call Trampas Johnson 870-684-2203 or 870-930-6556

2017 AT-802A, Pratt Whitney PT6A65AG engine, Hartzell propeller model HC-B5MP-3F, TTAF&E 179 currently working hrs., Smoker, Lane brake/fan, 308 gallon fuel tanks, Hatfield STC single point fuel, Steam gauges, R/H boom shut off, stainless steel spray system, fire extinguisher, 50 CP 9 TT nozzles AFS bodies, G-4 GPS/flow control, stainless steel cam locks, 3 inch load, Garmin GTR-225 COM, Garmin AERA 660 GPS/MAP unit, PMA-8000G Audio panel, GDL-52 ADSB. Fresh annual. New one on order. $1,380,000 Call 402-841-4119 2001 AT-502B PT6A-34AG, N9148C, TT 9250, SMOH 9250, TT on Landing Gear: 750, TT Since Spar Caps Done: 1350, Satloc G4 GPS w/flow control, Factory A/C and heat, Wingman hopper door and auger system, Kawak control quadrant, Weath-Aero fan brake, AFS check valves w/ CP-11 nozzles, Aluminum drop booms, LED strobe system, Bayou Light flashing system, Hopper rinse system, Smoker. $375K Call 662-822-3204

1991 AT-401, 3267 TSN, 782 SMOH, M3 SATLOC, Intelliflow, Very clean northern airplane! Price reduced to $180,000 Call Donnie Ripley at 830275-1127 2016 AT-802A PT-65AG, N8011N, TTAE 1975 hours, Wingman, 7 1/2 inch Transland gate, CP 11’s w/AFS check valves, 254 fuel, single point fuel, G4 w/flow control. $1,125,000 Call Al Patrick at 870-510-6882

2000 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG, wingman, 216 fuel, CP’s, com radio, Covington hot section, approx. 7200 TTSN. $435K. For more information call 309759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc. com

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2012 AT-802 - SN 802A-0436, PT6A67AG, 3450 TTE, Prop and Airframe, Flow control, G4 SATLOC, 10 in Hydraulic gate, Vondran controller, single point fuel, Lane brake, wingman, AC and Heat, Smoker, Comm radio, Annual 12-15-17 Late Aviation, $80K spent on hot section. Loaded aircraft. Reduced to $800K Call David 870-501-1136 2001 AT-502B -34AG, 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 662-8737125

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. New Paint Job! $500,000 Call David at 806-7771892

1998 AT-602, N5006X, PT6-60, Hatfield fuel, Smoker, Automatic flagman, G4 SATLOC w/Intelliflow, Elec. fan brake,Wingman, Cp11 nozzles, Transland spreader, TT 13150, 200hrs since HSI. 200hrs since prop Iran. Manual tail wheel lock. $250K For more info email jaygilbreath@hotmail. com

2016 AT-802A s/n 802A-0631, PT6A67AG engine, 343 TT Airframe and engine. Fast start, pulse lights, GTN 635, KT-76C, PMA2000 audio panel, Automatic Flagman. Fresh annual. $1,300,000 Call Valley Air Crafts 559686-7401

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1996 AT-802-PT6A -67AG, 6094TT, 555 SHOT, 380 gal fuel, Dual Cockpit, Dual A/C, SATLOC, flow control, KAWAK hydraulic system, dual single point fuel, pulse light system, FAST start, CP nozzles, smoker. For sale or trade for 502A. Call 402-318-2258

AT-802: Capacity that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, zippy 190 mph ferry speeds, and greater working capacity than any other ag aircraft on the market - the AT-802 is simply a hoss. With the AT-802 you’ll ferry faster, spray more fields and do bigger jobs all in one load. That’s production that only Air Tractor can offer you. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the AT-802. And ask about special Air Tractor financing now available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers. 1999 AT-802A, N9037N, -65AG, approx 7,600 hrs TT, 0 since Wing Spar, Fresh Annual & Hot Section Inspection, 1,700 since light overhaul at Covington, New CT Blades, CT Cave Overhaul, Fuel Control and other extensive parts, FCU in AD compliance, Stainless Steel Cam Locks, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj., Smoker, Single Point Fuel, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Wingman, Reabe Hopper Gauge & G4 w/Flowcontrol. $650,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213

1996 AT-502B-0365, N37VA W/PT6A-34, TT Airframe 6692.0, Engine TT 8803.7, Engine TSOH 4118.9, Cabin Heat & Air, Lane Brake & Fan, Night Working Lights, Smoker, RH boom Shut Off, GPS (Bantam) with Flow Control, CP’s, Standard Spray System with Drop Booms, VG’s. $415,000 For more information, visit our website at queenbeeair.com or call us at 1-800-736-7654 2018 AT-502XP, FTO, 234 Fuel, SS Camlocs Lane Brake & Fan, MVP50. $1,021,500 Call Lane Aviation 888995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX: 281-232-5401

2013 AT-502B, N3031J, TT: 2698.9, PT6A-34AG TT: 2698.9, SHOT: 1527.7 by Frost Flying Service. Prop: HC-B3TN-3D, S/n: BUA-32488, TT: 2698.9, SOH: 1086.0 by First Flight Propeller with new blades. Annual inspection due: 12-1-17, Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 9800 hrs., 1086.0 hours since power section IRAN by Covington. 25” gate, Swathmaster, Single point fuel, Wingman, Hopper rinse, Factory A/C, Smoker, Air bags, G4 SATLOC,Flow control, Stainless steel steps, Manual tail wheel lock, Digital hopper gauge, Ram air inlet. Price reduced to $595,000 Darryl Riddell 479-93548911986 AT-301, 600 hr R-1340, Bantam GPS, CP’s, smoker. $115,000 For more information call 309-7594646 or email farmair@farmairinc. com

1999 AT-402A 750hp, 3000 hr Walters w/923 hr(May 2016 install) on it, wings spare done Nov 2016, 9400 hr life limit, new hopper, Amsafe belts, digital hopper gauge, electric brake, right boom shut off, E.I. digital gauges. Ready to go to work. $395K Call Kevin Ebsen at Flagler Aerial Spraying 719765-4532 (office) or 719-349-9622 (cell)

“1981” AT-400 –15 AG, NDH no fertilizer, 9624 hr TAT, 2455 hr Spar Remaining, 1977 hr SPOH, 7749 hr TET, 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. $295,000 Contact Jeff Reabe at 715498-1157 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

2003 AT-502B, $560K OBO: 3723 TTAE, G4 with flow control, KY96 VHF Blue Tooth Audio Panel Company FM Storm Cutters, Lane Brake, CP Nozzles, Large Fuel, Smoker, heat, AC, Hopper Rinse, Bottom load fuel, Shadin Fuel Flow, VG’s, P&W ADSA DTU data box for trending. Call Kinniburgh Spray Service 403-795-8245 or 403-2238245

Several 2006-2016 AT802/AT802A -67F, wheels configuration, full avionics, FRDS Gen II, 380 USG, full lightning protection, airbag. Detailed maintenance. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@ airtractoreurope.com.

1997 AT-602, Available for Lease or Purchase! $400 / hour with a 250 hour minimum. Hartzell HC-B5MP-3 Prop, 6300 hrs. TT, 2444.7 hrs. SOH, 494.5 hrs. SIRAN. Annual inspection due 3/1/19. Has upper aft longeron kit installed. Has heavy horizontal brace tube assemblies and Concord sealed batteries. Fast-Start, SATLOC M3 with big screen, Single point fuel, Factory a/C, Bleed air heat, Smoker, Hydraulic gate, Hopper rinse, Wingman, KY96A. Available for Lease or Purchase! $400 / hour with a 250 hour minimum. Call Darryl at South Delta Aviation - 479935-4891 / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends

2015 AT-602, N602MD, -65AG, 2,000 TT, Smoker, Single Point Fuel, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj., G4 w/Flowcontrol, Wingman & Transland Hydraulic Gate w/Transland Controller. $825,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213 2012 AT-504, 1000 TTSN, Fresh Hot & Annual. $725,000 For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ farmairinc.com

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2008 AT-502B, N329BR, -34AG, approx. 4,000 hrs TT, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, Electric Brake Gr Adj., Smoker, G4 w/Flowcontrol, VG’S, Storm Cutters, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Reabe Hopper Gauge, Fresh Annual & Hot Section Inspection, 0 hrs since Annual with all 3 gears changed, 0 since HSI with CT vane overhaul, New CT Blades, FCU & Fuel Pump overhaul w/ new segments. Price reduced to $500,000 For more information call Frost Flying Inc. at 870-295-6213

1995 AT-502B, N60893, TT 8602, PT6A-34 TT: 13,804.9 SHOT: 188.4, Hartzell prop TT: 3682.2 SOH: 0.0 Annual inspection due 1/1/19. Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 17,312.0 (in 8710.0 hrs.) Bantam SATLOC, Intelliflow flow control, SS booms, CP Nozzles, A/C, Hopper rinse, Wingman, Smoker, Lane electric brake and fan, 38” gate. Price reduced to $300,000 Call Darryl at 479-935-4891 1997 AT-602 -60, 8800 TTSN, New Wings, GPS w/Flow Control, SP Fuel. For more information call 309-7594646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com 2018 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213

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.

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

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2000 AT-602, PT6A-60, 6000 TTSN, Covington Hot, New Spars, G4 w/ Flow Control. $640,000 For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com

AT-502B: More performance; more profit potential. With Air Tractor’s AT-502B there’s plenty of power and a big, 500-gallon payload to please both pilot and operator. The Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG 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. 2005 AT-802A, PT6 -67AG, 6500 TTSN, Wingman, 10” Gate, G4/Flow Control, SP Fuel. $640,000 For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com

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 / 870995-1323 nights and weekends

2006-2016 AT802/AT802A -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.

2015 AT-802A -65AG, S.P. Fuel, 308 Fuel, Hyd. Gate, Wingman, GPS/ flow, Approx. 1800 TTSN. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com

2014 AT-502B, 1500 TTAE, G4 w/ Flow, VG’s, Smoker, Comm & TXP, Lane Brake and Fan. $650,000 Call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401

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1980 AT-400, 7700 TTAF, 5500 TTE, 0 SHOT, 1500 Hrs on wing spar, New Prop, Overhauled Prop Gov, Overhauled Overspeed Gov, Overhauled Fuel Control Unit, New Landing Gear, New Paint, New Windshield, Satloc, Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850380-6091 LOAD HAWG - Now STC’d for Air Tractor - Call Mid-Continent today to schedule your installation. 800-3250885 2018 AT-802’s, AT-502XP’s, AT502’s and AT-402’s. Please call Queen Bee Air Specialties, Inc. 1-800-736-7654 2012 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG (750hp) 3,000 horas desde nuevo, 750 horas desde sección caliente y reparación mayor del hélice. Aire Acondicionado, SATLOC G4 con INtelliflow, boquillas CP, Radio VHF, Transponder, Horizonte Artificial, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable (Lane), Generadores de Vortice, 170 galones de combustible, broches de acero inoxidable. Este avión se encuentra en buenas condiciones, un solo dueño desde nuevo, nunca accidentado, con su certificado de Aeronavigabilidad de Exportación. Disponible en Agosto, 2017. $630,000 Sun Valley Aviation, 956-421-4545

AT-402B: Go turbo. The AT-402B, with the time-proven Pratt & Whitney PT6A-15AG 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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1972 Cessna Ag Truck, TT 5643.2, Fresh engine: SMOH 8.9 hrs, Engine TTSN: 2482.5, Prop TTSN: 492.4, Annual: 9/18/17, A/C is rigged out for Banner Towing. Booms, pump, etc, crated, goes with aircraft. Aircraft will be sold with fresh annual. $116,900 Call Darryl at South Delta Aviation 479-935-4891

1975 A188B, 3615 TT, 300hp IO520-D 385 SMOH, Gami Injectors, 400 SPOH, SATLOC Bantam, Crop Hawk, Transland pump w/Weath-Aero fan, stainless valve & airfoil booms, CP nozzles, 3 new tires, clean Northern airplane. Sold with fresh annual. $115K For info/more pictures, call or text (361) 219-9845

1979 Turbine Cessna T188C Husky, N188HT, TT 7,117, 3,371 hrs since turbine conversion (STCSA02029SE) utilizing Soloy Aviation Solutions Mark 1 Turbine Pac with Rolls Royce 250-C20S turbine. Excellent performing airplane, very clean. Too much to describe. See attached AAU cover story on plane’s history. Also looking for a clean Ag Cat Super B+ P&W PT-6A. Call Terry at 503-5106489 or email chopper431@icloud. com

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1968 Cessna Ag Wagon, S/N 1880360, NDH. Always been a Clean Northern plane in excellent condition. TT 3607 -0-470R, 309 SMOH engine and prop, Super-Booms, SATLOC Lite, Smoker, Flagger. Great flying plane. A good plane to start that new pilot. 701799-8629

1975 Cessna 188, N60691, 3428.0 hours TT, 1100 hours SMOH. Just refurbished by Beegles. December annual. Call Steve Weaver at 843-4756868

1975 Cessna A188B Ag Truck 400HP N4816R. TTAF 10493, Lycoming IO-720 TSO 754, Hartzell Prop TSO 2874.8, Ag Tip Winglets, VG’s, extra 16 gallon of fuel in wings. Wings and air frame completely rebuilt in 2014. Great airplane! If it will fit in the hopper, it will haul it. Spare zero time engine at a reasonable price if interested. Call David Chancy at 229-645-3605

1972 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, N21883, TT6350, 1740 SMOH, Prop165, stainless steel booms, SATLOC Lite 2, new leading edges, refurbished hopper, CP nozzles, owner flown since new. Good flying and fast! Current annual with sale. Call Kevin at 785-386-8875

1975 Cessna Ag Truck, TTAF 4628, SFR 1068, SP IRAN 1068, SS Dual Exhaust, Smoker, Wag, Crophawk 7B, Hud/Man SS Spray System (except pump), 30 CP Nozzles, 4 Rotary Nozzles, VG’s, A/C, Wingtip Strobes, Beacon Strobe, Inst. Landing, Taxi, Hopper Lights, Hardwired ANR, Big Tailwheel, Tinted Glass. 4/18 Annual. $125K 478-285-3731

1982 T188C Cessna Husky, 5600 TT, 704 STOH, 856 SPOH, A/C, SATLOC Crop Hawk 7B, CP nozzles, airfoil booms, strobe lights and smoker. Call Doug at 308-327-2306

1975 A188B Ag Truck, TT 9300, IO720 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 / 870-995-1323 nights and weekends

1978 Cessna Ag Truck, 5832 TTAF, 625 TTE, 550 TT on prop, 8.50X10 Clevelands, GPS, field ready. Price reduced to $112,000. Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. Call 850-3360552

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1976 Ag Truck, 4056TT, SMOH 5 hr., SPOH 5 hr., 5 Prop Governor, OH 5 hr. All New Millennium Cylinders, Hyd. Pump, SS Booms, CP 11 Nozzles, SATLOC Bantam GPS, Garmin 196 GPS, Cabin Heat, CHT, Flashing Beacon, Spin on Oil Filter, Fire Extinguisher, 22 x 800 x 8 Wheels, Good Pait and Glass, No Dry Fertilizer 863-467-7777 or sunnidland@wildblue.net

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1982 PA36-375 (400HP) 5687TT, 1320 SMOH 1459 SPOH, SATLOC LiteStar, Lane electric brake, smoker, flagger, King Ky92 Comm, King KT76A trans, CP nozzles. Price reduced to Call Doug at 402-3182258

1969 Piper Pawnee PA25-235C, Stainless Transland drop booms. CP03 nozzles, Light Star GPS, com radio, hard wired ANR , WeathAero fan, dual oil coolers, Crop Hawk, New annual. All AD complied, Tail mod update C/W. 900 SMOH rebuilt exhaust. $65,000 Call 320-761-4667

1966 PA 25-235 Pawnee - 3716TT/707 since O/H engine/2327 since IRAN Prop: 150 gallon hopper, Agrinautics pump, Weathaero fan, dropped streamlined booms, 2” left side load, nav/left landing and nose lights, Trimble GPS, Pistol grip, metal belly, new wing fabric in 2005 and empennage fabric in 2004, good tires/glass/fabric and paint, annual completed in Sept. 2017 and all A.D. notes up to date. Aircraft hangared. Price reduced to $60,000 Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559-686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com or www. johnstonaircraft.com

1966 Pawnee PA-25-235, N4494Y, 2690 TTSN, Lycoming 0-540B2B5, 380 SMOH, McCauley prop 985 SMOH, M-3 GPS, spreader, all AD’s, flagger, annual 08-17. Always hangared! Price reduced to $65,000 Call 309-759-4826 or email farmair@ farmairinc.com 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

1975 Piper Brave, PA36-285, Engine: P&W PT6A-20B, AFTT: 6946.5, Propeller: Hartzell, TTE: 250 TSO, Flow Control: AgFlow 1, GPS: TracMap Flight Pro, Spray System: 2” Stainless Steel, Electronic spray on/off valve, ASC Rotary Atomizers: Qty. 10. $393,000 Call Wade at 306-786-3345

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 785-282-0218

1976 Piper Pawnee, PA25-235, Engine: LYCOMING 0-540-B2C5, AFTT: 5085.3, Propeller: MC Cauley (IA200/FA8452), TTE: 400 TSO, Flow Control: AgFlow 1, GPS: TracMap Flight Pro, Spray System: 1” Stainless Steel, Rotary Atomizers: Qty. 8, Electronic Spray on/off valve. $93,000 Call Wade at 306-786-3345

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 308-695-0551 or 308-697-3677

1974 Piper Brave PA-36 400 IO-720, 3975 TT 1875 SMOH, Wing Spar AD Complete, SATLOC Litestar III, Dyna Nav Flow Control, Superbooms with Davidon Rotary Atomizers, New Superbooms w/Original CP-03 Nozzles,8 Vane Spreader, Smoker, Flagger, Vortex Generators, 3 Way Strobes. New Oil Cooler and Lines, New Prop Spinner and Back Plate. $130,000 Call Chad 701-400-1113. 1966 PA25-235 Pawnee with very late serial number that incorporates some 1967 C model features/ 5971 total time/ 94 since O/H engine: 150 gal hopper, Agrinautics pump and 6 bladed fan, dropped streamlined booms, CP and AU5000 nozzles, left side load, nav/flashing beacon/nose landing light, removable turtle deck, metal belly, pistol grip, Satloc M3 GPS, very good fabric/ tires/glass – always hangared, March 2018 annual. $75,000 Call 559-6861794, Email info@johnstonaircraft.com

1976 PA 36 Turbine Brave 550SHP - 6450TT, 3097 since P&W O/H PT6A-20A engine with 0 since HSI and A.D.2014-11-05 was performed, 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!! $270,000! Or Best Reasonable Offer. Call 559-686-1794, Email info@johnstonaircraft.com or www. johnstonaircraft.com 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. Price reduced to $185K or OBO. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559-686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com or www. johnstonaircraft.com

Thrush WE DO CENTURY 60,000 HR. SPAR CAPS FOR THRUSH AIRCRAFT. CALL FOR AFTER-SEASON SLOT. JOHNSON AIRSPRAY INC 218-437-6415, CELL 218-201-1450 LINDLEY

2012 Thrush S2R-T34, 3000 TT, 100 HSI, Bantam with flow control, Harbor A/C, Stainless Spreader and Booms, Recognition lights, Amsafe Airbag Harness, Concord Battery Mod. Always Hangared. Very Clean and Exceptionally Maintained. $625,000 Call 870-8187383

2013 Thrush 510P - T34, Clean Northern aircraft loaded with options! Airframe: Approx. 985 hours TT (Approx.) Engine/Propeller: Approx. 985 Hours TT - PT6A-34 AG, 750 SHP, Approx. 985 Hours TT - Hartzell 3 blade prop. Additional options include; Hemisphere G4 GPS w/Flow control, Single point re-fuel with auto shut-off (Hatfield), Stainless steel booms, Smoker, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Hopper Rinse, LED leading edge lights, Garmin SL40 Comm, Right Boom Shut off. $725,000 We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255

1971 S-2R Thrush, 8124.5 TTSN, 1105.6 SMOH. Less than 40 hrs on 9 New Cylinders and Cam, 3 Blade Hamilton Standard 3D40 prop, A/C, VG’s, spring tailwheel, new side windows, Hemisphere GPS w/Intellistar flow control, smoker, cold air intake. Good clean plane. $102,000 Rick 306741-1969

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1991 Ayres Thrush, N791SF S/N T34162, PT6A-34AG S/N PCE-RB0065, Prop: HC-B3TN-3D S/N BUA28196, 12,667 TTAF, 2773 hrs. since complete rebuild by Souther Field, SATLOC Bantam w/Intelliflow, Harbor A/C, MVP50T Glass Panel, Reabe Hopper Gauge, Aluminum Booms, Right hand boom shutoff, CP-09 Nozzles w/AFS Check Valves, LED Strobes, Northern aircraft, always hangared, never had fertilizer. See spec sheet for details. $375K Ryan Wells 308-991-3432 / rdwells@gtmc. net

PROPELLERS HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED ..................................... $CALL$ DISPERSAL EQUIPMENT TRANSLAND 10 VANE SPREADER FOR 38” GATE, NEW ....................................................$9,900 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROP HAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS ........................................... $CALL$

Lane Aviation, Inc. 1982 S2R- 600 Thrush, 5331 TT, 859 SMOH, 859 TTP Since New Blades, New paint 9/10, SATLOC Bantam with Intelliflow, All ADs, Commercial Annual, Lane Brake, Cold Air Intake, RH Boom Shutoff. $155,000 Call 204-324-1300

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Walter Powered 1970 Thrush S2R, TTAF 10,240 hrs., approx. 1,000 hrs. left on spar, Walter 601-D-11, 410 hrs. SIRAN. Aircraft has Lane fan and brake, SS pump & system, flow control, Harbor A/C, SATLOC 99.5, metal tail, spring tail gear, Cascade fire wall forward. Annual with sale. All my extra’s with sale (tires, starter/gen etc.) $190,000 Call Ron Hink 940-585-6176 or 806204-0057

1996 G6 510 Thrush, 5411 TTAF, Engine AD 2018-13-05 has been complied with 10/8/18, 1250 since GB, & Hot, G4 w/flow, new spray pump, Lane fan, spray valve, 3”load, CP11, AFS, VG’s, AC/heat, factory hopper rinse, 4 battery conversion, com radio & includes load hog which has been removed. Very clean. Email agairflying@ gmail.com for more information.

2005 Thrush S2R-G10, N40481, 4408 TT, 510 gal hopper, side load fuel, SATLOC M3, Smoker, GNC-250XL GPS/Com, heat and A/C operational, spreader w/two different sized feeders. Was operated under federal contract. Annual complied with October 2017. Owner motivated to sell aircraft. FX Aviation, (864) 990-5600 ext 2.

2004 Thrush 710P, 4700 TT Airframe (Times are Approximates), PT6A 67AG, 6100 TT Engine, 100 Since extensive HOT, Satloc Bantam GPS w/ Intelliflow, Cascade Conversions Pressure Cowl, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, KAWAK Throttle Quadrant, Shadin fuel flow meter, Smoker, Hopper Rinse System, Lane Electric Fan Brake, Fast Start System, Digital Hopper level indicator, New Paint in 2017! Fresh Thrush Service Center Annual completed! $699,950 **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer . We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET. COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255

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2018 THRUSH 510P PT6A-34AG Only 150 Hours on this beauty! Custom Charcoal Gray Metallic Stripes, standard MVP50 and Garmin G5 EFIS systems. All standard equipment, with optional equipment including SATLOC Bantam GPS with flow control, Hatfield Bottom load fuel (with auto shut off), Hopper Rinse System, Electric Fan Brake, LED Leading edge lights, Smoker, Garmin Comm Radio and more! Includes the standard 1 year Airframe warranty and 5 year/2,500 hour engine warranty. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255

2013 510 -34 Thrush, 1420 TTAF & Engine, 250 SHSI, 3”load, CP11, Lane fan & brake, smoke, flag, AC/heat, MVP50, Hatfield single point fuel, com radio and transponder. New SATLOC Bantam w/flow. Very clean. Looking for a CLEAN, 802 or 602-65...possible trade. Airplane available in November. Email agairflying@gmail.com for more information.$675K

1995 S2R-T45, dual cockpit, dual controls. AFTT 7462, 10822 TTE, good cycles, 450 SMOH prop with new blades, 1515 left on wings. Fresh hot, fresh annual, drop booms, CP’s, Lane fan, SATLOC M3 with Intelliflow, 12 vane SSF spreader. Working every day. Price reduced to $300,000 OBO. Call Matt 208-351-3786.

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

2015 Thrush 510G Airframe: 900 hours TTSNEW, Engine/Propeller: 900 Hours TTSNEW 150 Hours SPOH, Engine Warranty good through 9/1/2020! (or 2500 TT). 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 Intelliflow flow control, Load Hawg, Single Point fuel, Electric fan brake Model 111F, Smoker, Vortex Generators, Leading edge LED lights **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET. COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255

2015 Thrush S2R-H80, N6214F, TT: 1,070.2, Dual Cockpit w/Observers Seat, G4 SATLOC w/Intelliflow, Load Hawg, Smoker, Left Landing Light, Bottom Load Fuel-MCAC, Air Repair Hydraulic Gate, Booms, 42 each CP11TT Nozzles, MVP-50T, Glass Panel, AM Safe Seat Belts. Call for price. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net

2012 Thrush S2R-H80, N509DS, 1120.0 TTAF, GE Aviation GE-H80100, 800 HP, 1120.0 TT. Prop Specs: Hartzell, 1120.0 TT. Avionics/Radios, GPS Bantam w/G4 Screen, Garmin SL-40 Comm Radio, CP Nozzles, Vortex Generators, Intelliflow, Intercom, Hopper Rinse Tank, Smoker, Bottom Load Fuel, MVP-50 Panel. $675,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net

1995 Thrush S2R-G6 N70WY. Owner motivated to sell aircraft. Aircraft was operated under Federal Contract for mosquito control and alfalfa spraying. 400 gallon hopper. Asking $395,000. FX Aviation, (864) 990-5600 ext 2. WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/ Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO Call 800325-0885 or visit www.midcont.net

2012 Thrush S2R-T34, N3000H, TTAF: 2400, Engine(s) P & W PT6A-34 (SN PCE-PH0851) HP 750, Since Hot Section: 0. Prop Specs: Hartzell B3TN3D (SN BUA32808), 3 Blade Prop, Time: 600 IRAN. Equipment List: MVP Glass Panel, Bantam GPS, Intelliflow, CP Nozzles, Winglets, AM-SAFE Seatbelt Air Bags, SS Booms, Smoker, SS Spreader, Vortex Venerators, Leading Lights , NAV- Lights, Strobes. Excellent Exterior & Interior. Annual completed 2-2017. $665,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net

PRICE REDUCED!!! 1998 Thrush S2R G-1 Super Conversion. Very Clean and well cared for aircraft. Airframe: Approx. 4875 hours TT , Approx. 900 remain on Wing Spar Cap. Engine/ Propeller: 200 hours Since EXTENSIVE Hot Section (Arkansas Turbines), 1800 Hours Since Super-1 Conversion, Hartzell 3 blade prop - 4000 Hours TT, 1300 SMOH Equipment: Bantam GPS with flow control, 400 Gallon Hopper, Large fuel (Approx. 190 Gallons), Single Point bottom load Fuel (both sides), Shadin Fuel Flow Meter, Air conditioning, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, Vortex Generators, Five Blade Weath Aero fan, Aluminum Booms, Comm Radio, Dual Landing light, NAV / Strobe lights, Windshield wiper/washer, Tinted windows, Mesh seat and MORE!!! New Batteries 6/17, Overhauled Ignitor Box 6/17 $374,950 **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952941-6255

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1996 Ayres S2R-T34, N2243J, TTAF: 8352.0, Engine(s) P&W PT6A-41 (SN PCE-80183) HP 850 TT: 16,645, 357.0 SHS, Prop Specs: Hartzell HC-83TN-30 (SN BUA-19511) Time: 1623, New wing spars installed, SATLOC Bantam w/Intelliflow, Smoker, A/C & Heat, Bottom Load Fuel, Lane Electric Fan Brake, Cool Seat, Hopper Rinse Tank, Boom & Nozzles. $425,000 Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net

The 550 Thrush offers new sturdy hopper and innovative large hopper door to improve access when loading dry chemicals, while providing a 550 gallon capacity. Fuel economy, low acquisition cost and proven performance makes the 550 Thrush a great option for operators. The 550 Thrush offers a choice of power plants, allowing you to tailor the aircraft to meet the demands of your particular operating environment. www. thrushaircraft.com 1994 Ayres, S2R-T34,N94PR, TTAF 7835.9, P&W PT6A-34AG, 750 HP, Prop Hartzell HC-B3TN-3D, 3 BLADED, 0.0 SIRAN, Avionics/Radios, GPS Bantam w/Intelliflow, , 578.7 hrs. since spar caps, CP-09’s, Vortex Generators, Hopper Rinse, Spreader, Harbor A/C, Electric Fan Brake, center point fuel, Bottom Load Fuel, Smoker, Kawak Quadrant, New Landing Gear, Wingman. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net

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 Best Classified Buy In The Industry. Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication. 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.

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1979 S2R-T34, N455JM, Exportable, LoadMaster 4 Blade Prop, Wings: Vortex 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. Contact: Turbines Inc. at 812-8772587 or turbines@turbinesinc.com

New 2019 Thrush 510P, 510G or 710P aircraft slots available for 2019! All options available! Call for Pricing and availability! ASI JET is an authorized Thrush Dealer Parts distributor, and Service center for North America! Centrally located in the State of Minnesota, We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts distribution! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255!

1994 S2R-T34, N524SL, Model Number: PT6A-34, TSO: 0.00, Exportable, Wings: Avenger Spar Enhancement Kit, LoadMaster 4 Blade Propeller , Single Point Fueling System, AG-NAV 2 GPS, Air Conditioning. $500,000 Turbines Inc. at 812-8772587 or turbines@turbinesinc.com

1967 Agricultural Fletcher FU-24, 8000 hours TT, 5000 hours Engine TTSN, Continental IO-520, 300 HP. For sale in Uruguay (S.America) For more info email: proaire@adinet.com.uy Price reduced to $50,000

2000 Comp Air, Karlsen Douglas, WC-7, N22WC, S/N 001, Engine M601D (8), 7 Turbine, 6 place, tailwheel, Airframe TT 250.7, Engine and propeller 250.7 Since IRAN, Dual King KX-165’s, KLN 90B GPS, KT76C Transponder, S-TEC Autopilot. $125,000 Please call Queen Bee Air for more information at 800-736-7654

Turbo Prop Ag Planes - Take advantage of our biggest inventory of Turbo prop ag planes. Special buys and trades welcome. PT6, Garrett, GE even Walters. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500

R1340-S83H1-G, 364-SMOH, 0-SIRAN Tulsa. $41,900. Mags, Garbs, Governors, Alternators, Generators, Fuel Pumps, Starters, OHC R985/R1340 Cylinders. Call 870-886-2418 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 661-257-7710 or email info@sunairparts.com R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington, $66,500.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805

Bellanca Citabria 7GCAA N5057P, TTAF 6735, Lycoming O-320 TSMOH 860, Sensenich Prop TT 1610, New Concorde Battery, New Ceconite in 2010. Great flying airplane. Priced to sell. Call David Chancy at 229-6453605

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B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights. Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered sprayer. Start your own aircraft company or expand your line. Call for details. Airplane Services Inc. 850-675-1252, 850-380-7268, 850-380-6091.

Super Nice R1340 AgCat FWF package. Running great & dry, Canadian times 800-SMOH/40-STOH, 30-SPOH, complete $49K, or will sell piece-meal. AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489 Fax, or email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com

Bell 206 Spray Helicopters For Sale or Lease! Bell 206 B’s or 206 L’s turnkey spray ready with Simplex System. AgNav or SATLOC GPS systems. Ready for you to chose your paint colors. Good component times remaining. Fresh annual with sale. Call Brian 561-7231911

Engines - Piston R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 Immediate Delivery! 0-SMOH Tulsa R1340AN-1HYD. Deluxe with New Pistons. OHC 22D40 Prop & Gov also in stock. Call for SPECIAL PRICING. Frank Kelley at 870-759-1692

Geared R1340 & 23D40 Prop, FWF removed for Turbine Conversion. Prop: Ham STD 23D40 Blades 6533A-18 IRAN: 2/3/2016 by Memphis Prop. Engine is w/Rex at Tulsa Aircraft Engines. The blower section was just repaired due to high oil consumption. Engine has around 900+/- hrs TSOH Logs are at TAE w/Engine. Includes AC Compressor and O/H’d prop Governor. Will sell Engine and prop separate from the mount and cowling. $60,000 302287-9623 R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/ exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons, chrome cylinders, new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 Pratt & Whitney R-985 & R-1340 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Roberts Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805, Fax: 903-429-6047 or email crs5r@ aol.com.

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2011 AT-502B-2760 N2022Y, 2095.4 hrs TTAE, 437.3 hrs HSI, 437.3 hrs, Starter Gen, 3” load system, Satloc Bantam GPS w/G4 screen .............................................................................................$595,000 2009 AT502B-2691 N769PB PT6A-34AG 3037.1 Hrs. T.T. A & E 0 Hrs. H.S.I. & starter gen. New Loadmaster 4 blade prop, all new landing gear. Satloc G4 with flow control, single point fuel. VG’s, radio pkg, many other extras. ............................................................................................................$625,000

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FOR SALE GE H 75 -200 turbine engine still in can. Less than one hour time on it, used for design development. Great price on just the engine or even better price when you buy a conversion kit package and the engine. Contact Turbine Conversions, Ltd Ann Hatfield-Grahek at 616-8379428 or amgrahek@yahoo.com for more information

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PT6A-34AG, Sn# PCE-57427 “0” SOH. Call Darryl Riddell at 479-9354891 Cascade has the 850SHP STC kit for the AT-502 or AT-502B aircraft. This kit is complete with prop, MVP-50T Glass Panel Display, New Upper Instrument Panel. Power to perform and reports from owners are “increased my gross $300/hr”. Call Cascade to power up your business at 509.635.1212 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 A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: Call for the best pricing on your PT6A Engine Parts & Rotables. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 842-5640 Ext. 381. United Turbine PT6 Center of Excellence since 1991!! PT6A Overhaul, Repair & Test Capability. Component & Accessory Overhaul, Repair & Test. Part Sales & Purchases. Onsite, P&W correlated test cell. Call 305-885-3900 www.UnitedTurbine. com

NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 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. 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 Available - PT6A-21 0 TSO; PT6A135A NEW; PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A-34AG 0 TS Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-41 3196 TSO; PT6A41 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 Universal Turbine Parts - PT6 Engines Ready For Immediate Shipment - 6 ea PT6A-27/-28 TSO 0(6), 4 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0(4), 4 ea PT6A-41 TSO 0(2), 899, 1764, 6 ea PT6A-42 TSN 1875 TSO 0(3), 2660, 3426, 1 ea PT6A67D TSO 2997. We also buy PT6, JT15D, PW100 & PW500 ENGINES in any condition. Call Jeff Raines Phone: (334) 315-3517 Fax: (334) 361-0290 or e-mail jraines@utpparts.com or sales@utpparts.com

Equipment - Booms Nearly New Helipod (Simplex) Spray System. Carbon Fiber Boom and complete system. Excellent condition and price! Split shipping: Call (509) 856-8353

CLASSIFIEDS SUPERBOOMS, Thrush Servos; Maintenance on Ag & G.A. Aircraft Including Heavy Structural Repairs; Robinson Helicopter Service Center; Machining, Fabricating & Sheet Metal Gurus; Tri-State Aviation, ND 800-6425777 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. 229-6453605. www.davidononline.com Custom Boom Systems–Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com

Equipment - Nozzles 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.

Rotary atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spectrum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance. Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 www. davidononline.com 44 used Davidon atomizers and booms for sale. Booms measure 16 feet & 6 inches. All atomizers in excellent condition. Lost spraying contract. $14.000 Call Davidon, Inc. 229-6453605 CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462433540 - FAX: 438344 CP NOZZLES and CHECK VALVES THE DRIFT FIGHTERS! - We carry a VERY LARGE INVENTORY and we have KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE! Improve your spray pattern and CUT DOWN ON YOUR HEADACHES! Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: parts@johnstonaircraft.com / web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Tri-Set Hydraulic Nozzle-Three Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available. Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www. davidononline.com

NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock and ready to ship today! Call 1-800-437-5319 Sky Tractor LLC 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

Equipment - Parts We have an overstock of the large Lane Fan, 111FLT. Price is under list. Call Transland at 940-687-1100 or email ayork@translandllc.com for more info. Agrinautics, Root, Crop Hawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281232-5401 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, extend the life of critical turbine parts. Contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com Agrinautics, Inc. Best spray pumps, valves, and strainers in the business! For service w/ a smile, call us at 435586-1200. agrinaut@cedarcity.net

Let us help you meet increasingly stringent precision application demands. Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com EVERYTHING you need for YOUR Aircraft-PARTS, ENGINE OVERHAULS, REPAIRS/REBUILDS/MODIFICATIONSSPECIALIZING in THRUSH and BRAVE! JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559-6869360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft. com Dispersal Equipment: Weathaero Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, Flaggers, Nozzles, Transland, Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs, All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net.

Equipment - Spreaders 25 Inch Gate Swathmaster Spreader $3000 Call Colton at 804-387-3825 AL Spreader for Pawnee. Make offer. Pictures available. (253)225-2226. Brave Spreader Sold. Breckenridge spreader for Thrush or Dromader. $3000 Call Frank at 318614-8661

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41” SSF 13 vane spreader, fresh overhaul by SSF, looks almost new. $4,000 Call 573-225-8019 Grumman dry spreader for sale. Good condition! $750 OBO call Aaron Meyer at 308-367-6538 or email ameyer@ windstream.net TRANSLAND PARTS AND EQUIPMENT - WE ARE A TRANSLAND DISTRIBUTOR AND HAVE BEEN HELPING AG OPERATORS WITH THEIR NEEDS FOR 60 PLUS YEARS! CALL AND LET OUR VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE SALES PEOPLE HELP YOU!!! EXCELLENT PRICES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SERVICE. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794, parts@johnstonaircraft.com, fax 559686-9360 or www.johnstonaircraft. com. Ask for our catalog. Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. Email gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call Monticello at 270-305-2749 Transland 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,900; Lane Aviation 281342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 STAINLESS STEEL SPREADERS & REPAIR - STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATORS, INC. In business for over 30 years. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” spreader, standard throat and high volume. We do repairs on all models, including Transland and Swathmaster. Call for more information. 800-7363433 or 870-217-9232 New Gate Keeper technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, easy calibration, and accurate distribution. TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the market- Applies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately. Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-837-9428 TurbineConversions.com

Equipment - Pumps SS All-Flo 2” NTP Diaphragm Pump P/N # SP-20, 180 GPM 2” 316 Stainless Steel/PTFE Engineered for maximum fluid and chemical compatibility & freeze free operation, ranging from clean fluids to slurries, to solids applications. Bolted design provides ease of maintenance and leak free operation. NEW Price $5700 Selling 2 New in the box at $4000 each one used for $2500. Details: Air Inlet 3/4”, Weight 146, Max Flow 180 GPM, Max Air Pressure 120 psi, Max Solids 1/4”, Max Suction Lift Dry 13 ft, Max Suction Lift Wet 26 ft . Call Tanner at 701-520-0229 Best Classified Buy In The Industry. 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-352-0025.

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Equipment - Support Jet A Fuel Tank For Sale $15,000 Call Gerald at 580-450-4996 Very nice Supertow III aircraft tug. Over $5,000 for a new one and this one is barely used. NEW, NEVER used snow chains. New headlight and engine servicing. Has battery tender onboard. Rated up to 15,000 lbs. $3,000 Jacob 580-330-0589 or 620-492-2414 Aerocreeper - Adjustable Height Creeper. Work on your plane or equipment with more comfort and ease! Easy to operate, 10 quick adjustments, Height range 4.5” to 20”, Heavy duty design, Low maintenance, Made in USA! Great customer service! Use promo-code AA18 for $20 discount. 435-744-1019 www.aerocreeper.com Load Hog out of 510 Thrush. $2500 or Best Offer. Call Mike at 352-494-3978

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 factory 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 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com / web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com

GPS - Other AgPilotX – New iPad-based GPS Guidance System from Insero $11,995 introductory offer. Only 3 components – all wireless. Call Anthony at 480-285-4367 or Greg at 602-3639225

GPS - SATLOC SATLOC M3 ,complete unit, bench tested and everything works, used one season, one of the last one’s built. $5000 Call Steven Taylor 501-5165874 New 8.4” M3 Touchscreens in Stock – $1395 each. Buy as an upgrade, a replacement or for inventory. New Satloc Systems - Bantams, G4s, IntelliFlows and more in stock. From Insero - Call Anthony 480-285-4367 SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417 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 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 800437-5319 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. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com

Help Wanted Central Michigan applicator looking for a pilot for the 2019 season and beyond. We fly 4-510 Thrushes with -10’s and a B model Ag Cat with a Walter engine. Our season runs from late May through August. We could take a high time pilot and put them in a Thrush or a less experienced pilot and have them fly the Ag Cat. We are a clean safe operation and we have some flex ability on hours and wages. For more information Contact Greg Wing, Manager - Heritag Ag, Lakeview Michigan. 989-400-9836 Full time pilot wanted for 12 months out of the year in South Texas. Must have 1000 hours minimum Turbine Ag time. Please email resume and references to blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#1917 or fax 478352-0025 Hendrickson Flying Service, Inc is in need of qualified ground crew to support spray aircraft during the Northern Illinois corn run. CDL and experience handling and mixing pesticides is preferred, but not required. Base hourly plus commission. Seasonal employment. Call Cameron at 815384-5151 or 815-739-6813

Growing Aerial Application Business seeking experienced pilots for 2019 season and beyond. We are looking for pilots who can step in, and go to work while being safe, efficient, and team players. Work is in several states (ID, OR, WA, NV) out of multiple locations. Our area covers a very diverse growing region, therefore, attention to detail is critical. Operations are conducted in various locations off of both municipal, private, and improved runways. The successful candidate(s) will be individuals that do not require wrote consistency, but can adapt to a changing environment, and thrive on new opportunities. Season timing is from April through mid-October (looking for permanent, and seasonal pilots). We perform both day and night time operations (utilizing Night Vision Goggles)...there are opportunities for both day and night time seats based on candidate qualifications. Seasonal wage guarantees may also be available, pending qualifications. Aircraft are M-18 Turbine Dromader’s and a 510 Thrush (all aircraft are powered by TPE331-10 Power plants). Requirements: 2,000 turbine AG minimum, Time in type (or experience with TPE331 engines) highly preferred, 802 experience is desired, Herbicide experience preferred. Must be able to pass license tests in the states listed. Send resume and references to operations@valleyairllc.com www. ValleyAirLLC.com Product Specialist Position CapstanAG™ is a pioneer in innovative precision agricultural products using cutting edge technology. Our mission is to provide growers and applicators with the best solution to their ever changing needs, coupling that with the highest level of customer support. CapstanAG’s recently released innovation for the Aerial market is SwathPRO™. SwathPRO utilizes PWM(Pulse Width Modulation) technology to solve complex Aerial application issues. SwathPRO has generated incredible feedback from pilots and growers that have been field testing this product over the past year and a half. We are in the process of looking for the right person to fill a Product Specialist role who will work closely with Engineering, Sales and other team members to make SwathPRO as successful in the market as our other products. The perfect candidate will have a minimum of 2-5 years of Sales/ Marketing experience, and experience within the aerial application industry. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred. The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to travel up to 50% or more. The right candidate will be able to manage this position anywhere in the US. If you would like to be a part of our team and feel like you have what we are looking for, please forward your resume to our HR Department, bchildress@ capstanag.com.

CLASSIFIEDS Help Wanted - Full time A&P mechanic LPilot wanted for large Midwest turbine needed in manufacturing setting. operation. Late model thrush and air Experience with turbine engines a plus. tractors. Paid housing with acre pay We offer competitive wages & benefits. If varying on experience. Please email P.O. Boxwith 540 - 1601 Hwy 84 Hayti, 63851toUSA you are an independent, self starter, resume andMissouri references blindads@ sales@midcont.com attention to detail person, please send agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1882 or Tel: 573-359-0500 • 800-325-0885 • Fax: 573-359-0538 your resume to Turbine Conversions, Ltd fax 478-352-0025 at amgrahek@yahoo.com ooking for banner pilot and loader for 402 Ag Pilot Wanted - Pilot needed from spray operation. Possible advancement now through November in Louisiana. to our spray operation. Housing Please contact Jace at 985-637-0747 provided. Call Bob at 410-251-6224 or email at jacegarner1@yahoo.com Looking to employ experienced pilots Pilot needed in the panhandle of Texas. on Air Tractor 802 or turbine Thrush Must be experienced and self motivated. 550P for a minimum 3 consecutive fire Good equipment and benefits including fighting seasons in the Mediterranean health insurance and 401k. Send region. Each fire season is 6 months. resumes to gkrech@wilburellis.com We offer competitive salary, house and car. Please submit your CV to aviators@ Seeking 2 experienced pilots for 2018 hotmail.gr Attention: Mr. Paphitis season and beyond. We are looking for 2 pilots who can step into the plane and Aero Tech Inc. is in search of a qualified go to work while being efficient. Work AT-802 pilot for the 2018 season, is in multiple states(OK, KS, ND, OR) July-Sept. Employment will open off multiple locations. Herbicide is a fair opportunities to next years fire season portion of our work, this means you must if your interested in flying a SEAT. be able to tell the difference between Standard pay with guarantees. Email corn and soybeans. Seat would be from applications to cameron@aerotechteam. now until mid-October. (Looking for com permanent pilots; recurring season starts IA plus A&P mechanic opportunity. in mid march.) Planes are a 602 with a Willing to relocate for year round -65 and a 510 with a -41. Short, rough work. Salary and benefits upon strips are fairly common. 2,000 turbine qualifications. Please send resume AG minimum, Time in type highly • Authorizedexperience Distributor for Thrush • Authorized Satloc Distributor and Repair Station Ag-Aviation Insurance • FAA Repair Station and references to• blindads@ preferred, Herbicide required, agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1528 or Must be able to pass license tests in the fax to 478-352-0025 states listed. If interested please send a resume to adaaspraying@gmail.com IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call and call our office at 580-532-4483. 870-295-6213 Salary depending on Thanks, The Deterdings at ADAA. qualifications and experience. Loader needed for North Dakota AG AIR AIRCRAFT, INC. located at the operation. Great opportunity to possibly Corning Municipal Airport in Corning, work your way up into a seat! Call Rod AR is looking for A&P and A&P IA Mattern at Mattern Spray Service 701Mechanics. Must have the following: 321-0767 Air Tractor experience, PT6A experience and 3 references. Contact Aaron AgroFlite Corporation is seeking Keahey at 870-857-3755. Email experienced AT-602 pilots. We have resumes to aaron-agairaircraft@outlook. immediate availability for full time and com part time pilot positions. This position consist of extensive dry work and Ag Pilot Wanted - South East Texas, We some liquid work as well. Previous ag operate 4-600 series Air Tractors. Full experience is required in Air Tractors time commitment preferred. Call Paul or equivalent aircraft. We operate Bruton 979-541-7864 extremely clean equipment and offer very competitive compensation. Come join a team of professionals that love what they do! Please email resumes to admin@ DAVIDSON SOLID ROCK INSURANCE agroflite.com. DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique AT-502 pilot needed at Texas Bailey insurance needs of the agricultural Flying Service in Plainview Texas. Call aviation community since 1982. He Rick at 806-494-2248 or 806-889founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 3400 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide Turbine ag pilot wanted for spray season. insurance products as solid as our Please send resume to skidoo@srt.com name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized We are looking for an experienced pilot aviation insurance needs. We welcome to fly our 510 Thrush (Pt-6) or Turbine the opportunity to talk with you at 800Cat for the 2018 season. Please send 358-8079. Or visit our website at www. resumes’ to Hendricksonflyingservice@ dsrockin.com gmail.com

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Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s innovative and extremely simple solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com 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

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This is the perfect gift for any occasion! Hand crafted planes inside glass bottles. What began as a hobby has grown into a business for David Kirk. Each plane is hand crafted and placed in various shaped bottles. $250 Includes S&H. For more information or to order your one of a kind gift, call David Kirk at 580-541-1112. 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 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

Central Nebraska Business for Sale. Diversified cropland. Covered over 80,000 in 2018. Willing to sign no-compete and help with transfer of ownership. Email all inquiries to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1904 or fax to 478-352-0025 Business Operation For Sale - 60X60 Hangar used as Maintenance and Aerial Application Business. Includes 18ft by 19ft office with restroom. 55ft by 12ft Bifold door. 14ft sidewalls. Insulated Radiant heat. Attached 16ft X 60ft cold storage also includes Octa Flex Containment for Spraying Business. Good side fields with very good price structure. Upper Midwest corn-soybeans- small grain. Good Opportunity for someone willing to work. $117,500 605-448-8372 Redfield, South Dakota

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

Business Opportunity - Recently Built 80ft Wide X 60ft deep Hangar, 62ft X 16ft Hydroswing door 18ft side walls Located on Municipal Airport. Great Opportunity for someone wanting to work and build an Aerial Application Business $150K - Sold my planes and need to sell facilities. 605-448-8372 Faulkton South Dakota

DRP-955 DRIFT RETARDANT PENETRATOR-SPREADER/STICKER-UV Protectant For drift reduction, deposition increase, University tested. Big Gun in the war on Drift! Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www. davidononline.com

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Former Ag Operation for sale or lease. Located in South Central US. Includes airstrip, hangar with office and apartment. Great spot for owner operator, helicopter or airplane. Email all inquiries to blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#1603 or fax to 478352-0025

Parts - Airframe Parabrisas y Cortacables STORM AERONAUTICS, Distribuidor oficial EN ARGENTINA - +54-3462-463488 Brand new windshield for an AT-400 or AT-301. $350 Call Colton at 804387-3825 Starter and Relay, E-80 24 volt starter type 756 model 21 0 SMOH, AN3025-1 24 volt 300amp Reverse Current Relay new surplus with 8130. 870-897-4548 AT Parts - 802 rudder like new, 802 vert. stab. 502 elev. 502 horz. set 502 Landing Gear,set 402 Landing Gear. 402 canopy. 870-897-4548 THRUSH S2R (510) WINGS - 2012, ACCEPTING OFFERS, Next Generation, 29,000 hour Spar life, Thrush S2R (510) wings for sale! 2012 MFG year. Approximately 1000 hours Total time on wings, 28000 hours remain on spars! 114 Gallon capacity (228 total), night working light receptacles, Overall white with Red paint accents (But can be painted to match!) Exchange, Outright purchase, Installation, or Delivery available. No control surfaces. Ready to go! Call for details! $99,950 **All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales, service and parts! ASIJET.COM or Give us a call at 952-941-6255 Avenger 40,000 hour Stainless Spar Caps. Available now. $30,000 Call Darryl Riddell 479-935-4891 Thrush Wings with 40,000 hr. Avenger Spar Caps and heavy duty leading edges. Large fuel and fresh spar caps. $75,000 Call Darryl Riddell at 479935-4891 Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Parts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings.Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. Rudder and Elevator off of an AT-301 for sale. $1,000 Call Mike for details at 352-494-3978. 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 402-841-5144 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. 785-899-2294 or visit us on the web at www.comproaviation.com AgCat Frameworks Sale! Installation ready...out of factory fixtures. Also, up-grades...long fuel, hoppers, wires, mounts, Empennage, struts, ailerons, canopies, wingtips, special hardware, dispersal equipment. AgCat Sales & Service since 1971. AmAg: 870-8862418/2489 Fax, 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@farmairinc.com PMA Piper Brave and Weatherly tailsprings in stock. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 402-367-3213 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 402-367-3213 to order your set, or check us out at www. stormaeronautics.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 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; 330698-0280. 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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com

Retrofit Hopper Door for AT-502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264

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

We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264

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

Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Storm Aeronautics 402-367-3213 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 BRAVE and PAWNEE PARTSEngines, 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 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 Agrinautics, Automatic Flagman, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Satloc GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor LLC 800-437-5319, www.skytractor. com, email@skytractor.com, 701-6365881 (fax) Lockable full swivel tail wheels for Thrush or Ag Cat, 500-5 or 600-6 wheel available all STC approved Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 to order.

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Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com Cessna Parts - Engines, propellers, and MUCH MORE-AUTHORIZED SERVICE AND PARTS CENTER. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: parts@ 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.

Parts - Engine PTG Starter-Gen #23046-28, OHC S&T, $4500 or trade for 23046-007. AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489 Fax, or email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts. com Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit. To get yours today, call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com 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 @ 830-6257923 or fax 830-625-4138.

Parts - Other Amtech Hopper quantity system 802 AT - I have 2 systems available for sale. Still operational. $1500 Call Michael at 317-403-1470 Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com

www.frostflying.com 2018 Slots Available .............................................................................Call NEW 2018 502XP available ..................................Call for 2018 Pricing 2015 AT-802A, N3082P, -65AG, Single Point Fuel, Elec. Brake Gr Adj, Smoker, Wingman, G4 w/Flowcontrol and Hydraulic Gate w/Hemisphere Controller................................................................................. $930,000 2015 AT-602, N602MD, -65AG, ~2,000 TT, Smoker, Single Point Fuel, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj., G4 w/Flowcontrol, Wingman & Transland Hydraulic Gate w/Transland Controller ................................................... $825,000 1999 AT-802A, N9037N, -65AG, approx 7,600 hrs TT, 0 since Wing Spar, Fresh Annual & Hot Section Inspection, 1,700 since light overhaul at Covington, New CT Blades, CT Cave Overhaul, Fuel Control and other extensive parts, FCU in AD compliance, Stainless Steel Cam Locks, Elec. Brake Gr. Adj., Smoker, Single Point Fuel, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Wingman, Reabe Hopper Gauge & G4 w/Flowcontrol .............. $650,000 2008 AT-502B, N329BR, -34AG, approx. 4,000 hrs TT, Hatfield Single Point Fuel, Electric Brake Gr Adj, Smoker, G4 w/Flowcontrol, VG’S, Storm Cutters, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Reabe Hopper Guage, Fresh Annual & Hot Section Inspection, 0 hrs since Annual with all 3 gears changed, 0 since HSI with CT vane overhaul, New CT Blades, and FCU & Fuel Pump overhaul w/ new segments ..................................................... $500,000 Complete Air Tractor Parts And Accessories Dealer For Every Major Ag Aviation Parts and Supplies Large Selection of PT6 Accessories New Turbine Props and Blades 0 SMOH 1340 Younkin S/S Pumps, Booms and Center Boom for Air Tractor

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Miscellaneous parts for 802 and others, most brand new: engine mounts, landing gears, 118” propellers, spray kits, Micronair AU5000, pilot and mechanic complete training courses, FTD Level II simulator for AT-802. Call or email: +34667102184, sales@ airtractoreurope.com PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer 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 farmair@ farmairinc.com or visit our website www.farmairinc.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 HUGE INVENTORY OF BUCKEYE EQUIPMENT AND PARTS. WE SELL NEW COUPLERS AND ADAPTERS PLUS PARTS, and WE REBUILD YOUR COUPLERS/ADAPTERS FOR ABOUT 1/2 OF NEW! Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com /web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com

Propellers Prop for sale - Hamilton Standard, 12040-AG100-2 Blades 200 SOH $7,500 OBO call Monty 541-891-2634 2ea. Hamilton Standard 22D30 with 6533A-12 blades 0-smoh, 2ea. Hamilton Standard 22D30 with 6533A12 blades run out. 1ea. McCauly IC235 LFA7570 0smoh with extension. 870897-4548

NEW HARTZELL PROPELLERS/ INSTALLATION SERVICES AVAILABLE – Call 208-697-2759 Fax: 208-4598550 Used 5 Blade Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C, 572 hrs since overhaul $25,000 Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 New and used 3 and 5 blade PT6A propellers. For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ farmairinc.com HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – NEW AND USED $CALL$ Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281342-5451 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 903-429-6805 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 Prop. Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C. Fits AT502A, AT-503, AT-602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG-T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary at 210-924-5561 or email sales@dixieair.com QUALITY PROPELLERS FOR SALE 23D40-6601A19 OHC ......... $28,500 22D40-6533A12 OHC............ $5,500 12D40-6101A12 OHC ........... 22,500 2D30AG100-2 OHC ............... 22,500 12D40AG100-4S 375-SOH..... 18,500 12D40AG100-2 828-SOH ...... 18,500 HC-B3TN-5M/T1o282N+4 NEW CALL AmAg 870-886-2418/2489 Fax AgCat Sales/Service since 1971 email frank. kelley@ag-cat.com

Real Estate 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

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Seat Wanted I am looking for a full time seat, 120k min. 4700 TT 3700 AG. 670 Night Ag. 2100 Turbine, 4620 T.W. Age 55, Agriculture background, good work ethic, Call Jim Friedrich. 509-670-9643 Heli pilot with 30 years ag experience looking to pick up winter work in CA. Licensed in CA. Experienced with most crops and forestry to include fungicide, herbicide and insecticide. 13,000 flight time hours in Bell products and Hughes 500. Some night time flight experience. References and resume available upon request. Email blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#1851 or fax to 478352-025 Experienced pilot looking for 2019 seat and beyond. 4500 hours TT, experience in both herbicide & dry fertilizer. Aircraft flown: AT-301, 402, 502-A -60, 802, Garret -6 S2R Turbo Thrush, Cessna 188 Ag Wagon and Grumman Ag Cat. Resume and references available upon request. Email blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#1825 or fax to 478352-0025. Currently flying Thrush 510, Robinson 44, Robinson 66 and King Air C90. Experience in liquid application, aerial seeding and aerial fertilization. I am also URT (Upset Recovery Training) and aerobatics flight instructor giving instruction for more than 80 pilots already including AG pilots on how to recover airplanes form upset attitudes. Pilot Licenses: ATP, IFR Helicopter, CFI, TT Rotary Wing 1,500 hours. Helicopter Flight Instructor: Robinson 44: 1,300 Hrs. (Piston)Robinson 66: 500 Hrs. (Turbine), Period: 2010 to now. Fixed Wing Commercial Pilot 2.500 hrs, FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR IFR, Ready for ATP license, Turboprop: 850 hours King Air C90, IFR: 410 hrs., Night Flight: 175 hrs, Flight Instruction: 200 hrs., Glider Flight Instructor: 420 hrs., Period: 2010 to now. Resume and references available upon request. Please email blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1787 or fax to 478-352-0025 Seat Wanted - 1200 hours of turbine time and 1000 hours of radial engine time. Willing to relocate. Current Kanas commercial applicator license. References and resume available upon request. Call Gary at 806-6853463 Ag Pilot available now, for Fall 2018 and beyond. 1093 TT, 759 AG, 80 Turbine. Herbicide Experience. PAASS attendance. Extensive Farm Background. A&P Mechanic with Ag Aircraft Maintenance Experience. Resume with References Available. Please Email javiation@icloud.com

Entry level Ag pilot seeking an opportunity. Licensed in CA, A&P with 16 + years GA experience including lots of dope and fabric work. Been working in aviation and or agriculture at some level most of my life. Farming experience 15 + years. My life’s experiences have taught me how to solve problems and get things done! 2500 TT, 474 Turbine, 150 TW, 25 Ag, 295 multi eng. Contact Edward at ed@packlinesolutions.com or call 559393-9127 Level 1 SEAT pilot. Resume and references available upon request. Please email blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#1688 or fax to 478-3520025 Eagle Vista Graduate looking for an Ag seat. I’ve loaded in SE Arkansas for the past 3 years and are willing to relocate anywhere. Call Alex at 501-993-9833 for resume and references Looking for 2019 Seat, 9304 TT, 7680 Ag Time, 136 Turbine Time. Round, Flat or Turbine. Resume available upon request. Call Cory at 507-456-6906 or email coryb70@hotmail.com

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2003 & 2005 Freightliner loader trucks. Can be driven from front or rear. Complete with fuel tank and pumps. Capable of loading an 800 Gal hopper and fuel in 2 minutes. New tires. Cost $225,000 New rear bed and hydraulics cost $110,000. Asking $75,000 Call 912-223-2385

PRICE REDUCED! 1977 Beall Tanker Pup Trailer, 4 axle 6500 gal with 3 compartments (2000, 1500, 3000), bottom load/discharge both sides, used for avgas, good tires. $11,500 Darrin Pluhar, Plu’s Flying Service, Ekalaka, MT 406-853-0039

We build loader trucks to your specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870-6973568 185 Hwy. 42 West, Hickory Ridge, AR Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133, Cell: 870-9192317 or visit http://www.augerdanllc. com

1984 GMC Black Tank Truck, 4 compartment units for fuel in tank with pumps. Formerly Texaco engine 454, five speed transmission, 2 speed axle. $3,595. Down payment of $1000 to Paypal with balance due by wire transfer to seller’s account or cashier’s check. Buyer pick up item after sale. Contact Carl at 979 219-9351

2007 International Boom Truck with 1500 gallon water tanks, new pump and 70 cubic foot loading sock. $17,000 Call Colton at 804-387-3825

Wanted to Buy Piper PA36 PT6 Turbine Brave. Airframe must be factory 375HP or 400HP. Minimum 2000 hours remaining on wing. Email: ab.mcewan@xtra.co.nz A.E.R.O. Turbine Parts: PT6A Core Engines and/or PT6A Excess Inventory Wanted for Purchase. Contact sales@ aeroturbineparts.com or call (877) 842-5640 Ext. 381 Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl or Bill at South Delta Aviation 870-572-9011 or 479-935-4891 EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940-902-0797 or evans.daryl@ sbcglobal.net

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