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keep turning… in this issue VOLUME 33 NUMBER 44| MAY 2015

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NAAA donation takes fly-in to the heart of southwestern produce country

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A visit with Morris Ag Air Southwest, Miles Morris

Schweiss Doors now offers a ‘Build Your Own Door Kit’ Building your own hydraulic one-piece door

Hershey Flying Service receives certification For Storm Cutters from the FAA and Transport Canada for every model Air Tractor

Cascade Aircraft Conversions, LLC announces performance upgrade program For Thrush 510P/S2R-T11/T15/T34 operators

The most important ag aviation trade show of South America Takes place this year in Salta, Argentina

The cost of overloading in New Zealand Following the rules

GE Aviation and Thrush Aircraft hold H80 training Two-part training series held at Thrush Aircraft in Albany, Georgia

Operations with quality seal

7 Calendar of Events 8 AgAir Mail 30 The Hopper 32 Classifieds

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On the cover - NAAA Operation S.A.F.E. analyst John Garr of adjuvant manufacturer GarrCo Products, Inc directs the flight line as Miles Morris, owner and operator of Morris Ag Air Southwest, makes his first pass. This Thrush, one of six at the operation, has a Pratt & Whitney T34 and is set up with CP 09 nozzles.

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guest editorial

Ike Brunetti Shelby Air Serv Inc Shelby, MS

Wake up call Will this rain every slow down and the sun come out? I personally could not live in Alaska because of the lack of sun or the Northwest Coast with all the rain they experience. If there ever was a year for hurry up and wait, it’s this one for sure.

We are probably the first incident this year in Mississippi. I hate to say this, but we will not be the last! Aerial application ranks in the top 15 most dangerous professions in the world.

Through a day of full flight, every pilot experiences those moments that alert and elevate their senses.

Part of my duties as Vice President is to plan and coordinate the annual Safety Meeting. This year’s event will be on April 23 at the Delta State University main hangar at the Cleveland Airport.

Delta State was a very gracious host last year, and they are excited that we are using their facility this year as well.

If there is one singular project that was implemented for the continued education of safety and its importance, it would have to be our MAAA Safety Meeting.

On March 16 at 5:00 p.m. my pilot while trimming alongside power lines struck an electrical pole with his right wing. Cody, who was not injured, was very, very blessed. He was able to get the 802 back to our base strip. Within the blink of an eye his world almost ceased to exist and the thought of never seeing his wife and young son very quickly flashed through his mind!!

Through a day of full flight, every pilot experiences those moments that alert and elevate their senses. Most of us have experienced an accident of some proportion. If you haven’t, I’m sorry to say that it is inevitable that you likely will. This is a touching and sobering comment. One I feel necessary in making with 35 years of flying.

Cody’s accident was a wake up call to us both. Please let this be a reminder of how complex and dangerous is our job and how human we are as pilots.

I pray for everyone’s safety throughout the season. I look forward to seeing all of you in April.

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calendar of events May 5-6 2015 NDAAA Operation SAFE Park River, ND Valley Sprayers Inc 701-284-6755 vsi@polarcomm.com

August 13-14, 2015 Seminário Nacional de Aviação Agrícola Primavera do Leste, Mato Grosso, Brazil www.aviacaoagricola.com

May 13-14 2015 NDAAA Operation SAFE Garrison, ND Stoddard Flying Service 701-898-0153 levi@stoddardflying.com

August 19-21, 2015 FeArCa Congreso Salta, Argentina www.fearca.org.ar

May 27, 2015 International Crop Duster’s Day May 27-29, 2015 AgriAviation 2015 Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center Shanghai, China meiling.sun@utmglobal.cn May 28-29, 2015 Seminário Nacional de Aviação Agrícola Cachoeira do Sul, Brazil www.aviacaoagricola.com June 2-3, 2015 IaAAA Safe Fly In Newton Airport Newton, IA iaagaviation.com June 24-26, 2015 SINDAG 2015 Luis Eduardo de Magalhães Bahia - Brasil www.congressosindag.com.br June 29 - July 2, 2015 ANZAC Convention 100th Anniversary of ANZAC Queenstown, New Zealand Alan Beck - alan@heli.co.nz John Sinclair - sinclairjg@gmail.com

October 1-2, 2015 CoAAA Operation SAFE Fly-In La Junta Municipal Airport La Junta, CO coagav@gmail.com www.coagv.org October 9-11, 2015 NAAA Fall Board Meeting TBD Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org October 26-28, 2015 KsAAA Convention Hilton Garden Inn Manhattan, KS ksagaviation.org November 9-11, 2015 CaAAA Convention Marriott Visalia, CA Terry Gage 916-645-9747 caaa@psyber.com November 10-12, 2015 CoAAA Convention Embassy Suites Loveland, CO Jessica Freeman coagav@gmail.com www.coagv.org

December 4, 2015 AAU Open House and Hangar Party Perry, GA December 7-10, 2015 NAAA Annual Convention and Exposition Savannah, GA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org January 7-9, 2016 MsAAA Convention Beau Rivage Casino/Hotel Biloxi, MS Vicki Morgan 662-299-7836 msaaa.com February 12-15, 2016 NAAA Spring Board Meeting TBD Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org

February 15-17, 2016 NATA Convention Ramada Inn, Kearney, NE Judy McDowell 402-475-6282 nata@windstream.net February 18-20, 2016 Canada AAA Convention Fairmont Empress Victoria, BC, Canada Jill Lane 780-413-0078 canadianaerialapplicators.com February 23-25, 2016 TriState Convention Sioux Falls Convention Center and Sheraton Hotel Sious Falls, SD Cynthia Schreiber-Beck (ND) 701-642-5777 Laurie Robbennolt (SD) 605-765-2707 Theresa Stieren (MN) 952-226-5874

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agair mail general How are you? Just a quick comment on Herb Maraman’s kudos remarks about our company. It was greatly appreciated.

However, I have been called many things during my career but a “Battlefield General” was my first! I did not realize that I come off that way around my shop, as Herb commented I do. I graciously appreciate the comparison.

As you well know, the mentors that I have had, and icons of our industry; Fred Ayres, Dick Reade and of course Fred Andrews my dad, have had a major influence in my growing, training and learning this wonderful industry. It has helped make me who I am!

Always appreciate AgAir Update and what you do for us in our industry. Look forward to drinking a beer with you again soon and tell old war stories!

Fly safe Bruce Andrews Arlington, GA Morning Bruce; Well, “Battlefield General” might be a bit of a stretch. However, it is probably a good thing to stay on top of what goes on in your shop. And yep, lots of miles and history

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between us “boys”. I am counting on the beer; a nice IPA would be good! —Bill

ideas I am a retired cropduster with discrete experience (8,000 hours) and I am a mechanic too (A&P, Uruguayan) level, with 60 years experience. I have maintained the airplanes that I flew and I am helping some friends in that job, yet.-

How times have changed.

Have a great year!

Don Euton Katy TX P.S. After I am finished reading AgAir Update, I generally take it to the local airport where younger pilots and professional pilots can enjoy.

I would be very happy to read in AgAir Update about mechanics (not just pilot/ mechanic) as people, with names, addresses and some stories about their job, their experiences in ag-aviation.

Mechanics are very important people (in my opinion) and deserve a place in your special magazine.

Best regards Carlos Retamosa Uruguay Hola Reta; A very good idea, my dear friend. I will work on it. Hope to see you in the future. —Bill

renew I am renewing my subscription. I found this old subscription expiration notice for December 1991. I thought you might want to have it for your historical records, since it may have some value to you.

Hey Don; How the heck have you been? Thanks so much for reminding me how old I am! Gee, 24 years ago hawking for subscriptions and only $12 for a year! Yes, times have changed. —Bill

yikes!

This rattlesnake was caught by my son-inlaw, Wesley Branscum, who is holding the snake, my two daughters, Jill and Jana, and an employee, Inocente. We saw the snake a week before when it came out on a warm day. Because it was in an area frequented by people and dogs, I decided it was best to relocate it.

Rattlesnake, Texas-size.

Tuesday was another really warm day and the snake was spotted late in the afternoon warming itself in the sun. I keep a snake pole handy in the hangar to catch and relocate snakes that are a problem. I had too much liability with the area where the snake was, so we used the snake pole to catch it. The pole is a 3/4 inch diameter aluminum pipe, 8 feet long with aircraft safety wire ran through it with a loop on one end and two tightening wires on the other end. We put the loop on the ground, slide it under the snake’s head and pull the two wires on the top end of the pole.

Wesley and the girls had just caught the snake and the picture you see was taken

by Jana with her iPhone as Wesley held the snake in front of himself by using the snake pole. The angle of the picture makes the snake look bigger than it actually is; however, it was still a large snake, less than 6 feet long. If you look closely at the picture, you can see Wesley is using the aluminum pole to hold the snake away from his body. The snake is still alive in the picture and unharmed. We then take the snake pole and place the snake’s head in a rice sack and another person takes his body and sticks it in the sack. Tension on the wires is released and the pole is pulled out of the bag as the top of the sack is tied shut. The snake was caught just to the right side of where the photo was taken.

Prior to catching this snake, we caught another rattlesnake that was somewhat larger than this one. I will try to get some good photos on one or two of the other

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large rattlesnakes that we have seen on either side of the airstrip towards the back of the hangars. In the past, we have had problems with small rattlesnakes in the shop hangar and behind the office.

Dan Kubecka Seminole, TX Dan, Holy Toledo. What a fascinating story! You need to write for AAU. You know, snakes have a certain right to be here. It is not their choice to be a villain. However, I don’t know if I would have had the resolve to catch and relocate. Kudos to you, but surely not a bit surprising for a Kubecka, all of ya! Be careful out there.—Bill

UAS Thanks for referencing the work NAAA is doing to ensure UAS safety in your “from the cockpit” article in the April issue--a good issue.

The UAV issue has consumed a majority of our government relations work over the past three years and we’ve been successful

in getting the public’s attention whether it be ag groups, aviation groups, the media and the FAA referencing our safety concerns.

The FAA still has a long way to go in its proposed rule to ensure low-level manned aircraft can sense and avoid UAVs and that they are operated by qualified professionals.

We’re doing all we can to ensure that the regulations are done correctly, ensuring safety, right out of the gate and not later after the NTSB recommends they do more after investigating accidents between UAVs and manned aircraft. We’ll be submitting comprehensive comments to the FAA on improving the safety of their proposal to our industry and activating our grassroots so there are many voices echoing our proposal to ensure low-level manned aircraft safety.

My best to you and the crew!

Andrew Moore Alexandria, VA Morning Andrew; Thanks for the kind words. In the case of

Statistics Helicopter vs Aeroplane / Correction

UAVs, it is only a matter of time before there is an accident. I don’t see any way around it; too much proliferation of the practice.

You and I know, as well as many agoperators, the face of ag-aviation would be much different if not for the NAAA and its half-century of safeguarding the industry. I wish the industry, as a whole, would realize this value and tout 100% membership into NAAA. We will just have to keep working toward that goal.

Take care and give my regards to the staff,— Bill

storm cutters Thank you for the wire cutter plug in the last issue.

Jared Storm Hershey Flying Service Hershey NE Jared You are certainly welcome. I truly believe the Storm Cutters are life savers.—Bill

Mystery aircraft

by John Sinclair I think it was Mark Twain who said, “Lies, damn lies and statistics.”

Mind you, there wasn’t much ag aviation going on when he said that – but it still has a true ring to it today. Last year we produced some figures and graphs showing how helicopter fertiliser tonnes spread had exceeded that for aeroplanes. Remember? (AgAir Update March 2015) Well since then there has been this doubt burning away and so we arranged to have the numbers reviewed. It seems that some individuals are mixing up kilograms and tonnes so when the correct data is supplied we get a very different picture.

This shows the importance of special care when submitting your data.

Can you identify the plane in this photo?

Submitted by Russ Walker, Du Quoin, Illinois See page 28 for answer.

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NAAA donation takes fly-in to the heart of southwestern produce country

by Jennifer Marsik Friess GarrCo Products Inc Operation S.A.F.E. Technician The volume of crops coming out of Yuma, Arizona is vast. If you live on the West Coast and buy produce in the winter, according to Miles Morris, the local ag-operator, it’s probably from here. Yuma is the winter vegetable capital of the world and then there’s wheat, cotton, Bermuda grass, citrus; the list goes on. The sheer volume of acres means growers are counting on agricultural aviators to make sure those crops are protected to maximize yield.

As the owner and operator of Morris Ag Air Southwest, Miles Morris is doing his part to ensure his equipment is operating at its maximum performance. Along with his brother, Mike Morris, Miles purchased the annual Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-In donated each year to the National Agricultural Aviation Association Auction by NAAA Operation S.A.F.E. analyst Dr. Dennis Gardisser of WRK of Arkansas, LLC and NAAA Operation S.A.F.E. analyst John Garr of adjuvant manufacturer GarrCo Products, Inc.

Spray clinic fly-ins offer pilots and operators expert feedback on the spray performance and consultation to improve performance. Miles’ operation had the good fortune of having just concluded a record-breaking winter season, so it would seem the Thrushes and Bell Jet Rangers are in good shape.

However, a fly-in is the perfect opportunity to give each aircraft a careful look by characterizing droplet spectrum and spray pattern, and reviewing swath width and performance at different application rates.

Miles explained the added advantage of bringing the fly-in to your operation: “Hosting a private event means we can make several different passes, trying different rates or nozzle orientation,” he said.

And he and Mike and their pilots did just that: After Dennis completed initial characterizations and recommended a few adjustments to eliminate prop wash, they looked at the pattern at different application rates (5-20 gallons per acre) and nozzle orientation, such as spraying with straight back nozzles for added

Morris Ag Air Southwest ag-aircraft lineup in Yuma, Arizona.

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safety with potential use in sensitive herbicide applications.

In addition to characterizing the aircraft, Gardisser offered a presentation to the attendees, including growers, pest control advisors and department of agriculture representatives. He also did a seminar for Morris’ pilots.

“There is a real value to the operator and pilots to attend the educational sessions,” Dennis said. “Attendees earn CEUs for their pesticide application license. Aside from the cost to travel to the event, it’s free.”

John Garr added a presentation about adjuvant use. “Just because someone says it works doesn’t mean you don’t have to test it,” he cautioned. “It might perform well with a ground rig at 10 miles per hour, but what does it do at 150 miles per hour?

“Too many components can mean the mixture will not stay in solution,” he added. “And that’s not saying how it can affect the pattern. In the quest to be good applicators, pilots try to help their

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customers with the best of intentions.

Applicators have a responsibility to the customer and themselves to check out new mixtures they have not yet tested.”

Clockwise, starting at top left: Full crew at the flight line.

John runs reports amidst digital tools.

Full house for Dennis and John’s presentations.

Multiple generations of Miles’ discussing pattern.

Rotary aircraft rainbow.

The son of well-known pilot and operator John Goodwin, Fertizona PCA Gordon Goodwin has been around ag aviation all his life and worked with Morris Ag Air Southwest for about 11 years, but this was his first fly-in attending as a PCA. He felt the presentations were very valuable. “Talking about droplet sizes, water volume, surfactants and general awareness is necessary for all of us, especially because the pilots and PCAs are so busy, moving from crop to crop, with a limited number of available hours to fly,” he said.

Miles agreed, pointing out the subject matter coming from an outside expert carries more weight. “It’s better for the growers I work for to hear it from someone like Dennis,” he said. “I’m not trying to bend their ear, but even if they were concerned that I am, they can turn to Dennis, who’s an unbiased third party.”

He concluded that if operators have enough aircraft to balance the expense, they should host a fly-in. “It’s definitely the thing to do.”

For more information, contact John Garr at 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco.com or visit www.garrco.com; and contact Dr. Dennis Gardisser at dgardisser@ wrkofar.com or visit www.wrkofar.com.

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According to the NAAA, from 1995-2013 there were 1,791 FAA Part 137 accidents in the U.S. Of those, 218 (12.2%) were collisions with wires. 30 of the 218 strikes were fatalities. 17.3% of all fatalities in agricultural aviation were linked to a wire strike. Storm Cutters help mitigate risk in the event of a wire strike.

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good food good music good times In the spirit of the NAAA convention in Savannah, GA and good Southern hospitality, AgAir Update is hosting it’s 3rd Open House and Hangar Party Friday, December 4th, 2015.

Enjoy Southern bar-b-que and ag-pilot fellowship before the NAAA convention. Live music, great food, ag-aircraft display and demos, along with good ol’ Southern hospitality.

• Fly-in to the KPXE (Perry-Houston County Airport) and taxi up to the AgAir Update hangar.

• Drive-in to Perry, GA (on Interstate 75, 90 miles south of Atlanta) and park at the AgAir Update hangar.

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The most important ag aviation trade show of South America takes place this year in Salta, Argentina Participants from Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Ecuador and the US will get together in Salta, Argentina August 19-21 to work with technology as it applies to airplanes as a guarantee of protection of the environment and population in the production of food.

The theme for this year’s event, as selected by Federación Argentina de Cámaras Agroaéreas (FeArCA), Argentina’s NAAA, is “ag aviation and technology as a guarantee for a better environment, better food and better health” which is going to take place in Salta, August 19-21, 2015. Considered the biggest event of its kind in South America and the second most important in the world in ag aviation, gathers reps from Brasil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Perú, Ecuador and the US. The focus of the event is the technology applied to aircraft as a guarantee for the protection of the environment and population in the production of food.

At the event that took place last year in Foz de Iguazú, Brazil, participants worked standardizing ag aviation among the countries and sharing of experience. After the event, the participant had the mission of working with each member in their countries regarding specific regulations to establish common regulation in the Mercosur, the regulatory body.

Seeking more impact and growth, the event was named “Mercosur and Latin America’s Ag Aviation Congress” The following entities will participate: Asociación Nacional de la Empresas Privadas Aeroagrícolas Uruguay (ANEPA); Organización de la Empresa Trabajo Aéreo de Chile (OTA), la Asociación de Aviación Agrícola de Bolivia, la Asociación Aérea Aplicadores de Colombia (APLAC), el Sindicato Nacional de Empresas de la Aviación Agrícola (SINDAG) and FeArCA. The event has two parts, one is the Congreso Mercosur y Latinoamericano de Aviación Agrícola trade show and the second is the Mercosur Executive Committee Meeting. The first is a show case of the industry, applied technology, products, new aircraft and the second is mostly technical and political in scope where the member countries have the opportunity to work together towards a common goal of development, control and quality of aerial application, as well as work on common legislation and regulations. As always, operational safety is a hot topic in these events.

Presidents of the ag aviation Asociations of Mercosur welcome the 2014 event in Foz de Iguazú, Paraná, Brasil.

guidance. This event takes place at different cities each year, the last event in 2014 took place in Foz de Iguazú, Paraná, Brazil.

About Ag Aviation in Argentina “Ag aviation in Argentina has between 480 and 500 companies with 1200 ag planes. A lot of these companies have one plane and one pilot, the rest have between two and five airplanes. Of these 1200 airplanes, about 80% are dedicated ag planes, the rest of them have been converted from other activities to ag aircraft. This group of aircraft is the third fleet in the Western world by size considering the productive area in this country. In Argentina we estimate we are working on 2.471 million acres protecting in 22 to 23 different crops. Extending from the north in the provinces of Salta, Jujuy to the south in Buenos Aires and the Rio Negro Valley and Neuquen. The activity covers a good part of the country, with its great investment, maintaining the equipment and technology to constantly improve its services,” said Martinez.

Regarding specifically the Mercosur, we are working on a common legislation language for the participant countries to achieve better service and aircraft quality, its pilots, and ground personnel as well as writing a common operational manual as

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The cost of overloading in New Zealand In ag aviation, as in all sectors of aviation, we operate in the civil aviation system as a privilege. We should follow the rules.

If we don’t follow the rules, then we can expect consequences that may require us to at least correct the issue, maybe pay a fine, or even require us to exit the system.

And that, more or less is what has happened to one established helicopter operator. So how did this come about?

Well, there is a view that says those 137 certificated helicopter operators who also operate under Parts 119/135 have typically not been audited by the dedicated 137 specialist auditors. There has been some criticism about the two audit standards that have emerged and it is fair to say that CAA is taking steps to address this. So in the CAA audit under discussion here, a dedicated 137 auditor attended and ran the usual checks. He discovered that by comparing the number of loads recorded, the water rate recorded, and the number of hectares treated, aircraft were being overloaded.

Here are the consequences: • The operator has surrendered his certificate • The business has closed down • The staff have been terminated • Who knows what action CAA is contemplating • What will be the outcome for the aircraft?

• What will be the other financial consequences to the bullet points above?

NZAAA cannot condone overloading and we have issued warnings on this topic in at least two newsletters in the last couple of years. In NZ, our CAA doesn’t turn up at the loading site with scales so it is important that you carry out a weight and balance for each aircraft and correctly record what you are doing.

Maybe overloading has evolved with aircraft types over time; take for instance the Bell Jet Ranger. In the early days, an A Model might have weighed around 770

kg. Add 110 kg for early model Simplex spray gear, 80 kg for pilot and 85 kg for fuel and with a MAUW of 1451 kg (as it was at the time) an A Model could legally carry 400 litres. The later Jet Rangers, like all aircraft (and some pilots) get heavier as time goes by and the Jet Ranger III can weigh from 820 kg to 900 kg and the spray gear 120 kg. So, unless the newer landing gear is fitted, the Jet Ranger III may only be able to carry 267 - 335 litres or if the new landing gear is fitted, then 335 – 403 litres. But don’t Jet Rangers always carry 400 litres? Therein is the trap.

As we have said before, it is critically important that you do your own sums for your own aircraft and pilot and calculate a load that is legal. CAR Part 137 Appendix B applies only to aeroplanes, not helicopters. That one operator has suffered such consequences sends a very clear message to everyone. Our advice is to take heed!

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GE Aviation and Thrush Aircraft hold H80 training The H80 engine from GE was the subject of a two-part training series held at Thrush Aircraft in Albany, Georgia in the latter half of March. The first session, which lasted five consecutive days, targeted A&P/IA mechanics and focused on light and heavy maintenance of the H80 engine. The second session was geared towards the owner/operator. This

session contained topics from the design and functionality of the engine to emergency procedures. As the two-day class for owners and operators was taking place, Thrush Aircraft was giving demonstration and orientation flights in the dual-cockpit 510G owned by Souther Field Aviation in Americus, Georgia. Owners and operators from the

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FDA and EPA have complementary roles in their regulatory authority for some substances incorporated into food (including animal food and feed), animal drugs, and cosmetics. FDA is responsible for protecting and promoting the public health by ensuring, among other things, the safety of food (including animal food and feed), animal drugs, and cosmetics by enforcing the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and several related public

health laws. EPA is responsible for managing the pesticides and toxic substances programs under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, the FD&C Act, and the Toxic Substances Control Act. The MOU establishes a process of disclosure and sharing of their respective databases that will facilitate the decisions of each agency related to food safety, veterinary medications, and cosmetics. This data sharing will provide the most up-to-date information and assist in coordinating reviews between agencies.

Sometimes a given substance may be regulated by both agencies. For example, a manufacturer of an antimicrobial food wash is required to demonstrate to FDA that its use is safe and does not adulterate

food. The manufacturer may also be required to demonstrate to EPA that use of the same substance (labeled as a pesticide) will not hurt the environment.

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Air medical issues take center stage with pilot’s bill of rights 2 and revised sleep apnea guidance Pilot medical issues have taken center stage lately as the FAA reintroduced its Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) guidance for medical examiners following the backlash in late 2013 by NAAA and the GA industry over the sudden and dramatic change from the Agency’s previous guidance, which occurred without consultation with the industry or public. In Congress, the Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 was introduced, which contains provisions eliminating the need for third class medical certificates for recreational pilots as well as a number of reforms to the FAA’s investigatory process.

Revised Sleep Apnea Guidance In November 2013 the FAA issued guidance to aviation medical examiners regarding Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Saying it was within the agency’s existing authority, the FAA did not initiate notice and comment rulemaking or publish the policy in the Federal Register. Instead, it was released via an aviation medical examiner (AME) newsletter article and slated to be published in the AME Guide.

The policy would have mandated timeconsuming and expensive sleep apnea testing by a sleep specialist for pilots with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater or a neck size over 17 inches.

Those pilots falling outside the aforementioned parameters would have been grounded until they successfully completed treatment, if required, and they obtained a Special Issuance Medical Certificate from the FAA. The FAA said it planned to expand the policy over time to include all pilots with a BMI of 30 or

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greater, which includes more than 100,000 airmen.

Following intense backlash by NAAA, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and other aviation trade groups, the FAA withdrew the guidance in January 2014, saying it would instead collaborate with aviation industry groups to develop a more holistic policy. Congress also objected to the route the FAA took, with the House of Representatives passing a bill to block the policy and the Senate introducing a similar bill.

On March 2 the FAA published revised sleep apnea guidance which took into account the concerns expressed by pilots, industry stakeholders, and Congress.

From FAA.gov: [Under the new policy, an] AME will not use BMI alone to assess whether the pilot applicant has OSA or as a basis for deferring the medical certificates (except in cases where the OSA risk is extreme). AME’s will screen for the risk for OSA using an integrated assessment of history, symptoms, and physical/clinical findings. OSA screening will only be done by the AME at the time of the physical examination using the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) guidance provided in the AME Guide. Pilots who are at risk for OSA will be issued a medical certificate

and will then, shortly thereafter, receive a letter from the FAA’s Federal Air Surgeon requesting that an OSA evaluation be completed within 90 days. The evaluation may be done by any physician (including the AME), not just a sleep medicine specialist, following AASM guidelines. If the evaluating physician determines, using the AASM guidelines, that a laboratory sleep study or home study is warranted, it should be done at that time. The pilot may continue flying during the evaluation period and initiation of treatment, if indicated.

The airman will have 90 days (or longer under special circumstances) to accomplish this, as outlined in the Federal Air Surgeon’s letter. The FAA may consider an extension in some cases. Pilots diagnosed with OSA and undergoing treatment may send documentation of effective treatment to the FAA in order to have the FAA consider them for a special issuance medical certificate.

Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 General aviation (GA) has always had a strong voice in the nation’s capital, however the last several years it has been particularly strong. The House General Aviation Caucus, comprised of pro-GA legislators, is now 232 members strong— well above the 218 required to move legislation in the chamber—and the Senate Caucus is 32 members strong.

Thus, it makes sense that pilot and House GA Caucus Chairman Rep. Sam Graves (R-MO) would introduce revisions and

additions to the 2012 Pilot’s Bill of Rights, informally known as the Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 (PBOR2, H.R. 1062). The companion bill, introduced by pilot and Senate GA Caucus member Sen. James Inhofe (R-OK), is numbered S. 571.

Third Class Medical Reform The original Pilot’s Bill of Rights, first introduced by Inhofe and signed into law by President Obama in 2012, requires the FAA to give written notice to certificate holders of their rights when under FAA investigation, including notice of the right not to respond to the FAA and that failure to respond cannot be held against the certificate holder, among other provisions. PBOR2 expands the exemption on third class medical certificates for sport pilots to all pilots flying aircraft up to 6,000 pounds. Thus, those piloting small aircraft not for compensation would be effectively exempt from the medical certificate requirement, saving the time and money required to visit an aviation medical examiner every five years. The reform measure would also free pilots in this category from the intrusive medical exam and sometimes lengthy appeal process that can result if a Special Issuance Medical Certificate is required.

This exemption would apply for both VFR and IFR flights up to 14,000 feet.

These exemptions could break down entry barriers for aspiring pilots and help erase a deficit of GA aviators including ag aviators. In order to ensure the FAA takes timely action on Congress’s changes, the bill’s language prohibits the FAA from enforcing Class 3 medical violations if the FAA does not publish a final rule exempting recreational pilots from Class 3 medical requirements within 180 days of the bill’s passage.

the FAA to furnish a copy of the releasable portion of an enforcement investigative report when serving an emergency order or enforcement action.

The bill would reform the recordkeeping system and prevent pending enforcement actions from being made public. Other provisions are tailored to provide protections when the FAA seeks re-examination and improved accessibility to flight recorder data. The bill would also extend civil liability protection to medical examiners and other non-employee representatives in the FAA, and Good Samaritan Law protections to pilots performing volunteer flights for non-profits to shield them from liability in the event of an accident or incident.

NAAA urges AgAir Update readers to contact their members of Congress and ask them to support H.R. 1062 and S. 571.

The House bill currently has 15 cosponsors, and the Senate bill 16. The full bills and list of existing co-sponsors can be found at www.congress.gov. You can find your Congressman and Senators at www.house.gov and www.senate.gov, respectively.

After years of sluggish movement, it appears Congress and the FAA are on track to tackle many of the outstanding medical and procedural issues that have been plaguing the industry for decades— and they’re ready to bring existing policies up to date to account for modern science. NAAA will continue to monitor these and other developments.

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Expansion of Rights for All Pilots The bill explicitly states that pilots facing investigation by the FAA can appeal the Agency’s decision directly to a federal district court. The bill also contains a requirement for the FAA to disclose the specific incident(s) used to begin enforcement proceedings, a prohibition on the FAA’s moving forward with enforcement if the agency doesn’t provide a timely notification that it has begun an investigation. It also requires

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Tower marking bill passes Texas Senate The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Water and Rural Affairs, led by Chairman Charles Perry (R - Lubbock) voted to move Senate Bill 505 forward to the full Senate for its consideration. The vote was unanimous. This is the bill that would require the marking of meteorological evaluation towers (METs) in accordance with advisory recommendations from the FAA and the NTSB. After Senate Bill 505 arrived at the Texas Senate, it passed.

A significant development was the report from the Wind Coalition that they decided to withdraw their opposition to the bill. The TAAA had been meeting and working with them collaboratively for several weeks, but prior to now had been unable to overcome their objections

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to the inclusion of a criminal penalty in the bill for failure to properly mark the towers.

The bill authors, Sen. Perry and Rep. Workman, considered all the information TAAA provided them and ultimately agreed that there is near perfect compliance with tower marking requirements in the 10 states with criminal enforcement, and poor compliance in the states without such provisions.

Although the criminal penalty is only a Class C or Class B misdemeanor, and cannot result in jail time, it still seems to really make the difference in getting the towers marked. The TAAA wants to express our deep appreciation to the Wind Coalition pledging to work with our industry to make the skies safer.

There are several steps left in the legislative process before this bill can make its way onto the Governor's desk, but it appears that we are in good shape to continue moving this bill forward. The next big step will be the committee hearing for the House companion, HB 946 by Workman, before the House Agriculture Committee.

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Jesus Christ is worthy of praise “Then He (Jesus Christ) came and took the scroll out of the right hand of Him who sat on the throne” (Revelation 5:7). This scroll is sealed with seven seals; it is rolled up a little bit and sealed, rolled up a little more and sealed, and rolled up a little more and sealed.

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this scroll except the One who is authorized. Jesus Christ takes the scroll that has God’s judgments within it that will destroy Satan, his demonic forces,

and the humans who refuse to repent of their sins and put their trust in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. These judgments will also bring God’s universe back under His absolute control. When Jesus Christ takes control of this scroll there is a crescendo of praise all around God’s throne.

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“And they sang a new song, saying: ‘You are worthy to take the scroll, and to open

its seals; for You were slain, and have redeemed us to God by Your blood out of every tribe and tongue and people and nation, and have made us kings and priests to our God; and we shall reign on the earth’” (Revelation 5:9-10). The “they” means the 24 elders who represent all redeemed humans are singing. All God’s people, including the Old Testament saints, are singing about the greatest act of love and sacrifice ever demonstrated in God’s universe when Jesus Christ went to the Cross and became the perfect sacrifice for the sins of the whole world (John 1:29, 1 John

2:2). Christians are kings and priests to God and will reign on the earth with Jesus Christ for 1000 years (Revelation 20:4-6). Jesus said, “To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne” (Revelation 3:21). “God Himself will be with them and be their God” (Revelation 21:3).

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Every person in God’s heaven will be praising Jesus Christ in response to what He has done for us. “Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15).

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Wednesday morning the applicators met at Herlong Field for a 6:00 a.m. applicator clinic. The importance of the early morning meeting was to conduct applications in a minimum of coastal winds. The first pattern test was for the Super DC-3 from Beaufort County Mosquito Control, Beaufort, South Carolina. Flown by pilots, Truman Davis and Phil Leroy, the huge plane made its first pass dispersing smoke to evaluate the effect of wind. On the second pass, the DC-3, powered by two Wright R-1820s, dispersed

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In between applications with the various aircraft, dry sand applications for mosquito larvae were collected. The collection system for dry sand was an arrangement of five-gallon buckets lined up in a grid on 10-foot centers 100 feet wide and four rows deep with a middle row center line to the aircraft’s flight path.

The dry application was made by Ron Long of Chatham County Mosquito Control based in Savannah, Georgia. The aircraft used was the county’s AT-401 with a Transland spreader. The application rate was set for 10 pounds per acre.

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After the Air Tractor made its pass over the collection site, the sand granules were removed from the buckets and placed in small coded Ziploc® type envelopes for weighing in the lab.

After the weights of the various bags are recorded and the data entered into a computer, a swath graph is generated by the computer. From this data, the applicators are able to determine the effectiveness and evenness of their swath.

There are 68 mosquito control districts in Florida. Of these control districts, 22 use aircraft to fight mosquito outbreaks.

These mosquito control districts use an arsenal of aircraft, from the massive DC-3s to Pawnees; with Air Tractors, Thrush, Cessna Skymasters, Twin Beech, Aztecs, and helicopters in between. For example, Lee County (Fort Meyers, FL) has 7 DC3s, three Bell helicopters and 5-10 Hughes helicopters and Monroe County has two DC-3s in its fleet.

Some of the larger mosquito control districts have multi-million dollar budgets. With this budget not only are aircraft maintained, but a thorough scientific approach is used to track mosquito pressure. The mosquito control districts utilize entomologist who monitor mosquito breeding and hatching trends. Nonchemical techniques, such as ditching to remove standing water

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As mosquito pressure builds with the oncoming of spring, the districts monitor the number of larvae in standing water dipping sites (a checkpoint where a typical water dipper is used to collect mosquito larvae). When the larvae counts reach a certain threshold, applications of growth regulators or biochemical treatments are made to the water to stop the emergence of the adult mosquito. If the adult mosquito population landing counts or light trap measurements reach the critical threshold, the ground fogger and the aerial assault begins.

A complete and successful mosquito control program involves all three types of control; mechanical, larvacide and adulticide.

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have to. However, I am going to do it, and when I do, I permit the stall to develop deeper into the stall, and that makes a very powerful impression on the hard drive of the students brain “don’t ever, ever go there!”

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answer: This is an outstanding question. If at any time an airman is unsure about a situation like this, I would advise consulting with either an Aviation Medical Examiner or someone in the Regional Flight Surgeon’s office. For the specific question mentioned, there is a significant chance there was actually a concussion. Remember, concussion may occur without loss of

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I have fielded lots of questions from fellow ag pilots regarding night operations. Usually they include inquiries regarding the sanity of pilots who fly at night. A friend and old time crop duster pilot once said, “Only hooty owls and bloody damn fools fly at night.” I keep thinking I should paint the statement on the side of the airplane. I would, but who could read it at night?

When the sun goes down and you’re relying on your work lights to show the way across the field, adjusting your vision takes some getting used to. Peripheral vision is reduced to vague images around the edges. Depth perception changes dramatically, as well. Any pilot had better take those changes very seriously and adjust his flying techniques to compensate. It takes several loads or cycles, to get accustomed to those changes and may take a week or so before a pilot gets his posterior firmly in the seat and grows comfortable with the night environment.

Once firmly planted, night flying becomes the preferred element for many ag pilots.

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common. Chris points out the solitude of night work. The world is quieter; less people, less traffic on the roads, less distractions.

We are pretty much by ourselves out there. We have the Valley at our disposal. There is always a field crew somewhere, irrigators tending their pumps and ditches, but for the most part, when the sun goes down, the crop dusters come out and the general population retreats to their places of artificial light and the security of closed doors.

Preflights are always an important part of every flying day.

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Lanny began his education at the Wood River Elementary School until moving to Holdrege, where he completed his elementary years at R-4 in Phelps County. Lanny started his high school career in Holdrege, and completed his final three years at Wood River Rural High School, graduating with the class of 1978. In 1979 he was united in marriage to Mary Sutton and to this union two daughters were born: Heather Dawn and Amanda Lea. The family made their home in Wood River, where Lanny was employed by his uncle as a supervisor in the potato fields with Packer Potatoes. In 1987, he began to pursue

his love for flying and was employed with Olson Flying Service out of Holdrege as an Ag Pilot and Mechanic. His passion for flying evolved into owning his business, Lambrecht Aviation in Holdrege as well as managing Brewster Field.

Lanny was currently serving as Vice-President for the (NATA) Nebraska Aviation Trade Association.

On December 6, 1996 he married the love of his life and soul mate, Mary (Fetters) Nelson and with this union Lanny became the best step-father one could imagine to Joe, Megan, Drew, and Ethan. Lanny and Mary loved being involved with aviation on the state and national level. Lanny was currently serving as Vice-President for the (NATA) Nebraska Aviation Trade Association. Lanny and Mary loved to travel, enjoyed flying the Cub, multiple home improvement projects, and in recent years the time spent on the back patio. Besides his love for his work, more importantly, was his love for his six grandchildren.

Last year, Mary began to work full-time with Lanny at the shop and it became evident this past week that it was God’s gift to the couple these past months as they spent days working sideby-side together. They were truly each other’s best friend.

Lanny’s hobby was woodworking, especially building airplanes that the grandchildren could ride on. He also enjoyed building furniture, and was talented in every area of being a handy-man.

Lanny had a love for speed that involved not only airplanes, but motorcycles and cars. He also built model cars, model trains, made his own ammunition for recreation for his guns, and knew where every tool was in his many tool chests.

He was preceded in death by his father; his grandparents; and a special uncle, Rollin Packer. Lanny leaves to cherish his memory; his loving wife, Mary Lambrecht of Holdrege; his mother, Carolyn Olson of Elm Creek, Nebraska; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Floyd and Darlene Fetters of Loomis, Nebraska; his six children: Heather Rice and her husband, Matt of Olathe, Kansas; Joe Beckman and his wife, Amanda of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Amanda Lambrecht of Salt Lake City, Utah; Megan Valenta and her husband, James of Snohomish, Washington; Drew Beckman of Holdrege; and Ethan Nelson of Holdrege; six grandchildren: Kyan, Lauren, and Easton Rice, Cienna and Peyton Lambrecht, and Alex Beckman; three sisters: Cindy Wilson of Holdrege; Kim Jonas and her husband, Todd of Ansley, Nebraska; and Darcie Ross and her husband, Troy of Denton, Nebraska; five brothers-in-law: Bob Fetters of Dunning, Nebraska; Rod Fetters and his wife, Deannah of Loomis; Randy Fetters of Jetmore, Kansas; Richard Fetters and his wife, Virginia of Loomis; and Roger Fetters of Loomis; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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by Bill Lavender Oftentimes, an ag-operator will compliment his flying service with a farming operation, or vice-versa; the two endeavors obviously fit hand in hand. In the farming community of Gregory, Arkansas, farmer/ag-pilot/operator Perry Galloway has found not only do the two fit together well, but lends to success by complimenting each other.

Broadview Aviation is part of Perry’s dual career as a farmer and ag-pilot. The company has twin AT-602s with every component on them equal to the other, including their PT6A65AG engines, hydraulic gates and Satloc GPS units. The company was formed after Perry recognized there was a need for him to fly over his farm, as well as some of his neighbors.

The flying service was named after the Broadview farmstead owned by Perry’s family.

Perry was raised in Yazoo City, Mississippi. He graduated from high school in 1985, then attended Ole Miss pursuing a degree in General Business. His father was a cotton buyer and Perry worked with him for almost a year after graduation.

Perry’s father’s side of the family owned farmland in Arkansas, as did his mother’s family, both old homesteads from the mid1800s that were virtually across the highway from each other in Gregory. In 1989, Perry decided to move to Arkansas and farm the family farms that were owned by over 20 relatives. His first farming venture started with 800 acres and over time grew to the 6,800 acres that he farms today.

Perry Galloway raises several test plots for seed companies. He is a high-yield producer who has received awards from the Arkansas Soybean Association for several years. The highest yield he obtained was 99.67 bushels an acre in 2014, winning his state district. In 2013, Perry was a record corn producer with 318.7 bushels an acre for Arkansas in the National Corn Growers Association and has placed in the top three many times in the last eight years. He was recognized in the 100-bushel wheat club on a national level and earned first place from the Sorghum Growers Association for non-irrigated state level grain sorghum record with 178.4 bushels an acre in 2014. This is currently an all-time non irrigated record yield for Arkansas. He is also a Certified Crop Advisor and travels nationwide in his Piper Meridian speaking with growers about high yield agriculture.

“Some farmers don’t realize the importance of timeliness. They don’t have a week to follow a crop advisor’s recommendation, waiting on crops to dry out and fooling around with a ground machine. I credit my success with high yield farming to timely fertilizing and treating diseases. I believe in multiple feedings for crop nutrients, granular and foliar, and preventing disease before it starts.”

Perry had taken flying lessons while in college. He decided he would complete his Private Pilot’s License with an Instrument rating in Searcy, Arkansas. He bought a Cessna C-210 to build the time for his Commercial Pilot’s License and CFII. He wanted to add a tailwheel endorsement to his logbook, but there was not anyone local teaching it. Perry heard of an ag-operator in Missouri who could teach him how to fly a tailwheel. He contacted Jim Wood, and soon after was learning how to fly a tailwheel aircraft in a J-3 Cub.

before an opportunity presented itself for Perry to try his hand at spraying; a 120-acre wheat field. With Wood’s permission to use the aircraft, it took Perry all day to complete the job, marking the field with leftover cotton spoilage before spraying it and loading the C-188 himself with a garden hose. Now, Perry was hooked on ag-flying. With his own farms needing spraying and a couple of neighbors wanting him to fly theirs, Perry bought the C-188 and formed Broadview Aviation.

Wood offered Perry one of his Cessna C-188 Ag Wagons, which just so happened to have a working spray system, to take back to Arkansas to build time. It was only a matter of time

Perry ended up flying the C-188 about 1,100 hours over the next few seasons. He decided he needed a bigger plane and approached Jack Frost of Frost Flying Service in Marianna,

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Arkansas. Frost Flying Service was the local Air Tractor dealer and had a new 2006 model AT-402B. Perry questioned his own sanity, spending over a ½ million dollars on an aircraft when he wasn’t even sure about his career expansion - he only had 6 customers.

Jacob Pruitt leaving to fly various jobs applying 100-130 pounds of urea per acre.

Perry flew the 402 for two seasons and logged 1,150 hours.

Farming thousands of acres, he decided he needed a larger agplane so he could spend more time farming. Perry bought a new AT-602 from Frost Flying Service. The bigger-ag-plane theory backfired when he ended up flying it 750-plus hours that season, instead of less. His customer base grew from 18 to 35. That was about the time a short kid right out of high school came knocking on the office door.

Jacob Pruitt had been around farming in Brinkley, Arkansas all his life. He knew farming was hard work with long hours. He also knew he liked watching ag-planes fly and decided that was what he wanted to do, even though he had no flight time.

The second day out of high school, Perry hired Jacob to load his planes.

With the kind of determination that gets the job, Jacob hounded Perry Galloway for a job at Broadview Aviation offering to do anything needed. Jacob figured this would be the best way to get his foot in the door to becoming an ag-pilot.

The second day out of high school, Perry hired Jacob to load his planes. Perry took a liking to Jacob, and being a flight instructor, started giving him flying lessons. It was not long before Perry realized Jacob had a talent for flying. Jacob loaded planes for two years while he earned his Commercial Pilot’s License. In 2011,

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Farming 6,800 acres of soybeans, corn, rice, wheat and grain sorghum that is 90% irrigated is no small task, especially when it includes flying an AT-602 over 700 hours in a season. By taking a chance and mentor an aspiring young person to be an ag-pilot, Perry has been able to reduce the number of hours flying ag to an amount that allows him to focus on his high yield farming.

New seed treatment plant: Perry would order seeds only to find the treatment color would be inconsistent. This led to buying a seed treatment machine, “A necessary evil, another venture. One service usually compliments another,” says Perry. Broadview Aviation is also a retail outlet for farm chemicals.

Jacob started his first season as an ag-pilot in a 300 HP C-188 Ag Wagon spreading fertilizer on Perry’s farm. It wasn’t long before Jacob was fully in the ag-seat spraying and fertilizing. After two seasons in the C-188, Perry put Jacob in an AT-402A. Halfway into the 2014 season, Perry put Jacob in the AT-602. Between the AT-402A and the AT-602, Jacob logged 742 hours with over half of those hours in the AT-602.

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With Broadview Aviation growing, Perry added a second, new AT-602 in 2015, buying it from Frost Flying Service. Jacob logged 58 hours in it before April. Jacob expects to fly 500-600 hours in the AT-602 this year, while Perry will log about 250 hours, thus giving him more time to farm.

Most of Broadview Aviation’s flying is within a 20-mile radius of Gregory, Arkansas. The AT-602s work from a dozen air strips

Caleb Vanlandingham has worked for Broadview Aviation for four years on the ground crew, here with Broadview Aviation secretary Misty Currier planning the day’s activities. Randall Smith has worked two years on the ground crew (not shown).

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North Dakota AAA takes off the wall approach with new ad campaign The North Dakota Agricultural Aviation Association (NDAAA) is putting its marketing eggs into a new basket this year. Outdoor advertising is out and indoor advertising is in—really in. Instead of whizzing by NDAAA’s billboard ads of old, the association’s new display ads have been strategically placed to reach North Dakotans while they are, ahem, making an application of their own. NDAAA is a few weeks into a yearlong ad campaign being waged indoors, on doors and on the walls of public restrooms across the state. The goal is to reach city (and sitting) audiences in high-traffic areas. “You wouldn’t believe how many people go to the bathroom [in restaurants],” said NDAAA board member Matt Hovdenes, one of the driving forces behind the new ad campaign. The initial ad features the tagline “Protectors of the Yield, Stewards of the Field.”

The bathroom ads are on display in men’s and women’s restrooms at several chain restaurants in larger markets across the state, including Bismarck, Fargo and Grand Forks, N.D. “It’s easy for us to reach the rural people. But how do we reach and get our message to the city people?” said Hovdenes, a pilot with

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and less cost-effective, the association sought out a new approach. As it turns out, NDAAA President David Gust’s daughter works for an ad agency that specializes in indoor advertising.

She submitted a proposal that NDAAA’s board signed off on last month. In addition to the indoor ads, Off The Wall Advertising Inc. created a Facebook page for NDAAA, a medium that Hovdenes feels will be geared more toward a rural audience.

The notion of advertising in public restrooms may seem funny at first, but NDAAA’s ad agency makes a compelling case for the

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Hovdenes sought out the indoor ads at the start of the campaign and says he has already heard from a couple of people who aren’t in the industry who have seen them too. “A lot of people are pretty upbeat about it,” he said. source: NAAA

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NASA to develop coating to repel insects on leading edge of wings Could this technology benefit ag aviation?

In a set of flight tests near Shreveport, Louisiana, NASA will assess how well five different coatings repel insect residue in an experiment called Insect Accretion and Mitigation. Bug remains may be a nuisance on cars, but on some airplane designs they are also a drag, quite literally.

Studies have shown that keeping the flow smooth, called laminar, over a wing

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Engineers at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, developed and tested a number of non-stick coatings in a small wind tunnel and on the wing of a NASA Langley jet. They selected the best candidates to test on the right wing of the ecoDemonstrator, while a NASA,

Boeing, Department of Transportation (Volpe), and University of CaliforniaDavis team looked for the best buginfested area in which to flight test the surfaces. After narrowing the list of 90 airports to six, Shreveport was chosen based on runway length, temperature, humidity, weather, the ability to handle a 757 aircraft and thunderstorm frequency.

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SAIB issued on R44 and R66 main rotor blades The FAA issued a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) Number SW-15-08R1 alerting owners and operators of Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) Model R44 and R44 II which have main rotor blades (MRBs) with part number C016-7 installed and Robinson Model R66 helicopters which have MRBs with part number F016-2 installed, of a fatigue crack occurrence on an R44. The SAIB recommends inspection for signs of a fatigue crack on the trailing edge of the blade and modification of R44, R44 II and R66 MRBs. The FAA issued SAIB SW-15-08 on Feb. 23, 2015 that recommended daily preflight visual checks of the MRBs on R44

and R44 II helicopters at the trailing edge at the corner where the blade chord begins to increase. This action was prompted after a New Zealand R44 II experienced an in-flight failure of the MRB which caused severe vibration and difficulty in control during an emergency landing. There have be no reports of cracks being found as a result of these inspections.

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According to the FAA inspector who responded to the accident, the airplane had not been operated or flown for 8 or 9 months due to major repair and maintenance. The preflight inspection and ground run-up did not detect any mechanical anomalies. Shortly after takeoff, the pilot felt a binding in the flight controls. The pilot elected to return to the airport and while maneuvering to land on runway 35, noted that the flight controls felt free and the left aileron was "flapping." During the landing the airplane bounced. The pilot added power and the airplane rolled to the right and impacted the ground. The empennage, fuselage, and both wings were substantially damaged.

NTSB Identification: WPR15LA138 Date: March 28, 2015 in Location: Firebaugh, CA Aircraft: UH 12E Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

On March 28, 2015, about 1800 Pacific daylight time, a Hiller UH-12E sustained substantial damage following a partial loss of engine power and subsequent forced landing approximately 6 miles east of Firebaugh, California. The pilot, the sole occupant, was not injured. The helicopter was operated as an agricultural aerial application flight under the provision of 14 Code of Federal Aviation Regulation (CFR) Part 137. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan had been filed. The local flight originated from the loading site approximately 6 miles east of Firebaugh, about 1700.

The pilot reported that during a landing sequence, the helicopter's engine momentarily sounded rough. The pilot landed without incident, refueled, and departed for another application flight. However, towards the end of the application, the pilot heard the same engine noise as during the previous flight, and subsequently experienced a loss of engine power. The pilot initiated an emergency autorotation to a field, and impacted trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and the tailboom.

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Operations with a quality seal Since April 2014 the agricultural aviation operators in Brazil have been certified by the industry’s first quality seal. It is the Sustainable Agricultural Aviation Certification program (CAS), which is managed by the Agricultural and Forestry Studies and Research Foundation (FEPAF), with the support of SINDAG (the Brazilian national agoperators association) and the National Association of Vegetable Defense (ANDEF). The Foundation activities are coordinated by three major education and research entities: Júlio de Mesquita Filho São Paulo State University (FCAUnesp), Federal University of Lavras (UFLA) and Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU).

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air tractor 1974 G164 A, 5200TT, 0 SMOH, on 985, Leech Engine, O SMOH hydro. prop, new blades, 80 gal fuel, wind ext., Aeron Servo, drop SS booms. Fresh paint and fabric on tail & wings, New tires. $105,000. For more information call 979-257-6695 (12-15) 1976 A model Ag-Cat, fresh annual, 14 5 0 T T o n C o v i n g t o n o v e r h a u l , 10,400TT. Complete rebuild in 2003 at 7735TT. 350gal hopper, Satloc Airstar GPS, All B-Model updates. Very nice condition. Call Tim 701-668-2302, 701799-8629 (05-15)

1977 G164-B 7442 TT airframe, 850 SMOH on Covington 1340, 330 gal hopper, tall tail, Satloc GPS, bottom load fuel, 1 1/16” heavy gear, aileron-elevator servo’s, smoker, flagger, WeatherAero fan., 80 gal. fuel, Nebraska airplane. $180,000. Call Aaron 308-367-6538 (05-15)

G-164 B AgCat. N48485. 2883.3 hours since Hershey Rebuild. 0 TSHSI from Ag Air Turbines. 683.6 SMOH prop, 9.8 starter generator OH. Equipment list: TPE 331-1151A installed Agri-Jet STC. Raised Wing, Centerline Vertical Tall Tail, 330 Hopper, Aero Mod Wing Extensions, Aileron, Elevator, and Rudder Servos, Heavy Gear, 115 gal. Fuel, Turbine Conversions Single Point Fueling System, Sat Loc, Right Boom Shut Off, Smoker, Air Conditioner, Swathmaster Spreader and Duke Metering System, Fuel Flow/Totalizer, No Corrosion and Current Annual at the time of sale.

Truly is the nicest AgCat on the market and ready to go to work. Contact Jared Storm at 402-443-7979 or Hershey Flying Service at 308-368-5556.

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1978 G16 4B Queen Cat - 120 mph working speed. 350 gallon hopper, 8624 TT, 1340 engine 0 SMOH,Hydromatic Prop IRAN 6/2/14, New Carb, New GOV, AC, M3, Weather Aero fan,Spreader Booms Cps, Load Hog, one New Mag. Ready to Fly $170,000. Call Dan Shannon 662-624-6695. (05-15) 1977 B Model Ag-Cat, fresh complete rebuild, raised wings, tall centerline vertical, all new fabric on all control surfaces and wings, servo-tabs, 350gl hopper, M-3 Satloc, smoker, flagger, will have a fresh overhauled R-1340 and prop, or could be a perfect turbine conversion. Call Tim 701-668-2302, 701-799-8629 (05-15)

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D Model Ag - Cat -34 P&W, 550 gal hopper, 120 gal fuel, too many other modifications to list. Serious inquires only. For more information call EF Lyon.

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Looking for a 400 gal Super B model Ag cat fuselage frame. Call 701-636-5880 ask for Jay. t fn)

G-164B Sn# 194B TT: 14220.7 R-985AN14B . Sn#: JP-211364 323.5 hrs.

Covington Major O.H Annual due: 01-0215. Prop IRAN on 02/03/14. Del Norte GPS D drop booms & CP nozzles Fan Bake, Grumman Gate & Spreader, Windshield Washer. SS belly skin, Wingman Tall centerline tail, Smoker, Landing lights, 80 gallon fuel sys. Sealed cockpit, 1” main gear Tail wheel lock, 289 gallon Hopper.$125,000 For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-572-9011 days or 870995-1323 nights and weekends (05-15) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the remnants of one A-model Cat with 4 decent wing cores and a center section. Can send pictures. Call Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or emial jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

Air Tractor AT-502B: N5195F, PT6A-34AG, 6487.7 TTAFE, Hartzell prop 6487.7 TT/601.6 SOH, 38” gate box, Lane fan brake, drop booms w/ CP nozzles, Satloc w/ flow control, single point fuel, KY196 comm. Annual due 7/1/15, eddy current due at TTA 7200, spar caps due at TTA 8000. Call Darryl for pricing. South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days or 870-9951323 nights and weekends (05-15) 2012 Air Tractor AT-502B -2817 N502NR 538.0 TT Airframe, 850SHP PT6A-42 TTSN 3,124.3, Hot Section Inspection – 0.0 Hours, 100 Hour Inspection – 0.0. Hours, Test Cell Run - 0.0 Hours, Vibration Survey - 0.0 Hours, New AVIA 106” prop, Shadin fuel system, Smoker, 3” bottom load fuel, MVP-50T Glass panel engine analyzer, 230 gal fuel, Electric Fan Brake, engine driven A/C, Hopper Rinse, Intelli-flow, Available in May 2015 Cascade Aircraft Conversions 509-635-1212 (09-15) 2012 Air Tractor AT802. 715 TTAFE, Load Hawg, Satloc GPS w/ flow control, Lane fan brake, CP nozzles, spreader, VGs. Call 870-931-8485 (05-15)

1980 Air Tractor AT-301 (Turbine), (VH-FRC), TPE331-2-201A (Super 2 Conversion), 10,328 TTAF / TT Eng 944 Hrs Since Cam & Conversion Hrs / TSO Prop 368 remaining Hrs / Jarba Booms, Farmscan Canlink 3000 !0HZ (Variable Rate) Flow Control. GME TX3600 UHF, ICOM IC-A200 VHF, Satloc Airstar, DAAM, 400 Gallon Hopper, Electric Hopper Lid, Smoker, Windscreen Washer, Electric Fan Brake, Work Lights, 3” Loading, All “Metal Tail Plane” Aircraft Located in Australia $240,000.00 USD Contact : Julie Black Ph +61 268887101 • Contact Julie A. Black - REBEL AG PTY LTD, Owner - located Trangie, NS Australia • Telephone: +61 417979476 . +61 268887101 .

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O r d e r y o u r B M o d e l A g C a t Pe n and Ink Drawing From our DeSpain Collection today for $60. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com TFN

1990 Air Tractor 401 - 5470 TTAF, 780 SMOH on geared 1340, 426 SPOH. A/C, Weatheraero fan, V.G’s, AG-NAV Guia.

Located in Moose Jaw, SK, CANADA. Delivery available in Canada/USA! Asking $215,000 USD! Call James 306-692-7335 or email james@provincialairways.net. (05-15) 2000 AT-602 -60AG 5500 TTAF&E 2250 TSOH prop, Satloc, new SS belly, $475K 559-686-7401 (04-16)

1979 AT-301 N8764S. TTAF 9663 hrs.

P&W R-1340-AN1 Engine TSMOH 235 hrs. Covington, 2000 Hrs. Remaining on wings, 12D40 Prop 385 hrs. SOH, 126 gal. Fuel, short tail w/good fabric, Good Clean Northern Airplane no Corrosion, Ag Nav Guia w/flow control, new aluminum booms, CP-03’s, smoker Fresh Annual on purchase. Call 308-991-3432 or email rdwells@gtmc.net would lease also.

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1998 AT-602. SN 602-0522 PT6-60AG 9449.4 TT Airframe, 3550 remaining on spar. 9449.4 TT engine. 252 since HSI, 2.5 since nozzles, bore scope, filters and new batteries. Shadin, M3 GPS,Flow Control, CP109 nozzles(also set of CP11T nozzles), 2 rinse tanks, air conditioning, new pump, new Lane brake, new center boom, new flap motor and gears, new main gear, new tail spring, new tires, new brakes, 88” SS spreader, Load Hawg, Night Lights, manual tail wheel lock. 9/9 inside and out. Ready to work. $590,000 Call 405-245-8498 (05-15) 1999 AT502B-0580: N90375, 6807.0 TTAFE, 0.0 since engine Ag Right O/H, 1750 Hr. / 3 year warranty by Dallas Airmotive, 0.0 since new 9,800 Hr. spar caps by Air Tractor, 0.0 since prop inspection and reseal, Factory A/C, SATLOC Bantam GPS, electric brake and fan, smoker, CP Nozzles. $595,000. Call Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964 tfn

1992 AT-402-0895 TRACE Conversion.

9348 TTAF. Factory spar @ 7773, airframe refurbished in 2012 by George’s Aircraft, new paint, several new skins, stainless steel fasteners, factory AFT clip. Will sell airframe less firewall forward $200,000 or with TRACE Kit $220,000. Kit includes McCauley C500 series Prop 179 TTSN. Contact: Bill Warner 620-332-3748 or warneragair@gmail.com (05-15)

1987 Air Tractor AT-400A, 7801 TTAF, PT6A-20 3439 TT, 308 SHSI, fresh annual 3/15, well maintained, original paint, working, A/C, smoker, SS spray system, Lane elec. brake, 350 gal hopper. $295,000.

Call Roberto 512-496-4593 or email heliandplanes@hotmail.com (05-15)

2001 AT-602, 6200 TT, recent IRAN on prop and gearbox. 0 HOT section by Prime Turbines. New wings, bottom load fuel, M3 Satloc, quick start, LED nose lights, Wingman, spreader and CP09 nozzles, $525,000. 870-866-7636 (05-15)

1990 AT-502 SN 502-0080, TTAF-11221, PT6A-15AG Engine TT-12607, Fresh HSI with Sale. Annual Due Jan 2016. Wing spars due in 6780 hrs. Satloc Bantam with G4 screen, Load Hawg, A/C, CP Flat Fan, Smoker. $295,000. Call Randy Turman 662-654-0389.

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Available Late May. $825,000.00 Contact 229-838-6733 (05-15)

N10125 1989 AT-502 PT6-34 SN:5020047,12746 TTAF,13700 TTE,190 SHOT Satloc Bantam with G4 screen, Wingman, Smoker, 38” gate, A/C, CP11’s. Asking $325,000. Call Randy Turman 662-6540389.

(05-15) 2014 Air Tractor AT-402B, PT6A-15AG, Avión nuevo, Aire Accondicionado, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable, GPS Hemisphere Bantam con control de flujo, Radio Comunicador y Transponder Garmin, Certificado de Aeronavigabilidad de Exportación. Listo para ponerlo a trabajar! Disponible inmediatamente. $755,000. Sun Valley Dusting, 956-3995323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn 1994 AT-502. 10,248 TTAF, 16,916 TT on -27. Fresh HSI, 275 since prop IRAN, wings done 8004 hrs, M3 w/ Intelliflow, LoadHawg, Lane elec. brake, heat/ac, LED strobes, CP11 Flat Fans, Transland 10-vane spreader. $315,000.

Paul Artman, 662-347-1063 (07-15)

1992 Air Tractor 401 N1554K Clean MidWest Aircraft TT- 4925.8 Engine time since Covington overhaul 361.3, Satloc M3, Crophawk 7, CP11TT nozzles, Lane fan brake, smoker, side load, airconditioning, single point fuel, large fuel tanks 126 gallons. Price neg. and includes option on 19 acres of Belize riverfront proptery. Call Stan at 308-883-0047 or email stan@tophatag.com (05-15)

2014 Air Tractor AT-802A, PT6A-67AG, Avión nuevo, Aire Accondicionado, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable, 308 galones capacidad de combustible, broches de acero inoxidable. Un avion de mayor capacidad de trabajo con capacidad de 800 galones y motor de 1,380hp. Disponible inmediatamente. $1,368,300.00. Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn 1983 Air Tractor AT-301: 9278 TTAF, June 2014 annual by Tulsa, 547 SMOH on P&W engine, new TracMap GPS, CP nozzles, new Transland pump and blades, A/C, clean and ready to fly. Contact David Chancy at A & C Ag Aviation 229-9382555 (cell) or 229-645-3605 (office) t f n 2013 Air Tractor 802AG-67, N335QF, Approx. 1200 TT, Vondran Hyd Gate & controller, Wingman, Comm radio, Fresh Annual. Fire color configuration, Engine Warranty remaining. Available late May. $1,250,000.00. Contact 229-8386733 (05-15)

20 08 AT- 802A- 0305, N4221S with PT6A- 67AG, 3131.2 TTAFE, Cockpit air and heat, Smoker, Flagman, Hopper Rinse System, Night Working Lights and Turn Coordinator. $975,000.00.

Email queenbeeair.com or call 800-7367654 tfn Air Tractor 402 for more information and price call Darryl or Bill 870-5729011 (05-15)

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2011 AT-802A, N2003Y, approx. 2200 TT, -65, single point fuel, Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, G4 w/Flowcontrol, VGs, Lane brake, smoker ............................. $950,000 2010 AT-802, N422BR, 1910 TTAF&E, -67, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Del Norte controller, Del Norte w/flow control, single point, Wingman, fresh annual, fresh HSI ............ $1,050,000

2009 AT-502, N662JK, 1320 TTAF&E, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., load hog, 234 gallon fuel ........ $725,000

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1995 AT-502B- 0299, C- GMQW with PT6A-34, 5637 TTAF, 2768 SMOH, 518 SHSI, New CT Blades, New ring and segments, 2871 TTAF since factory refurbished in 2003, Lane Brake, Air, Heat, Smoker, VG’s, Propeller 800 SMOH, Satloc M3, Crophawk7B, Shadin, Night working lights, Avionics; KY96A Com, KA134 panel, GTX320A TX, NPX138N070 FM, military and civilian, $460,000.00. Email queenbeeair.com or call 800-736-7654 tfn

Air Tractor AT401: 5600 TT, 150 SMOH R1340-AN2 geared P&W by Tulsa, 150 SPOH Ham Std 23D40-31/7035A-9, Otter blades, 2” SS spray system, bottom load, 38” Transland gate, 74 amp alternator, elec. operated high lift flaps w/ aileron droop, windshield washer, Tanis oil heater, Satloc M3 w/ Flow Control, A/C, right boom shut off, 400 gal hopper, 126 gal fuel w/ bottom load, smoker flagger, CP nozzles, Lane fan and brake, clean northern airplane. Call Mike at Sky Tractor 800-437-5319. tfn

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1999 Air Tractor AT-502. N51944, PT634AG, 8250 TTAFE, Prop IRAN 7372, Wings done 7950, Fresh annual, Satloc M3 w/ flow control, Air Repair variable rate system, Load Hawg, CP11 nozzles, AFS check valves, 10 vane Transland spreader, hydraulic flaps, single point fuel. $425,000. Call Mark 662-254-7274 or Paul 662-347-1063.

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2011 AT-802A, N2003Y, approx. 2200 TT, -65, single point fuel, Wingman, 10” hydraulic gate, G4 w/ Flowcontrol, VGs, Lane brake, smoker.....$950,000. For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn 2014 Air Tr ac tor AT-502 A , PT6A60AG, (1,000hp) Avión nuevo, Aire Accondicionado, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable, 216 galone s de combustible. Este avión representa lo máximo de productividad en pistas cortas! Disponible inmediatamente. $1,047,100.00. Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn

2015 AT-502B PT6A -34AG All Std Equipment Included PLUS: SS Camlocs, Factory Air & Heat, Lane Electric Fan & Brake, 3” Bottom Load, Engine and Air Frame Extended Warranty. Call for pricing. Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft 800-441-2964 tfn 2015 Air Tractor AT-502B, PT6A-34AG, Avion nuevo, Aire Accondicionado, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable, 164 galones de combustible, GPS Hemisphere Bantam con control de flujo, Radio Comunicador y Transponder Garmin.

Disponible en Mayo. $891,500. Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323, Fax 956-3992320 tfn

1998 Air Tractor AT402A: 6053 TTSNAFE, 493 SHSI, 1 owner since new, Shadin fuel, AG-NAV GPS, Drop boom stainless steel spray system w/ CP flat fan nozzles, Factory ram air inlet, A/C, Heat, Night working lights. $412,000. Call Tony Martinez 620-791-7492 or email tony2@ ruraltel.net ( 02-15) 1979 Air Tractor AT301: 7619 TTAF. 240 SMOH by Covington. Hydromatic prop 240 SPOH by Memphis. Collins A/C. M3 w/ Flow control. Smoker/flagger. Garmin SL40, VG’s. New cool seat. AMSAFE airbag seatbelts. CP nozzles. Reabe hopper gauge. 126 fuel. SS booms. All metal tail.

2011 paint. LG replaced at 6695 TTAF. Wings done at 6584. Single point fuel.

Clean northern airplane. Call Kyle 970867-8414 or 970-768-0553.

(05-15) 2015 Air Tractor AT-401B, Motór Radial Pratt & Whitney R1340 AN-1,(“0” Horas desde Reparación Mayor), Hélice AG2002, Freno Eléctrico con Abanico Variable, GPS Hemisphere Bantam con control de flujo, Radio Comunicador y Transponder Garmin, Certificado de Aeronavigablilidad de Exportación. Disponible en Junio de 2015. $461,000. Sun Valley Dusting, 956399-5323, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn 2011 AT-602. N0005R. 2340 TTAF&E-60.

Smoker, electric brake, air, heat, 10 inch hydraulic gate with Del Norte controller, single point fuel, Wingman, fresh annual, fresh HSI, prop IRAN, overhaul starter generator $810,000 Call Al 870-2655011 (05-15)

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Farm Air 877-715-8476 tfn 1999 AT-602 with PTA -65AG, 3240 T TSN, Engine and Air fr ame NDH, Engine approved for TBO extension to 5,000 hrs. (in Canada), 2 comm radios, Transponder with mode C, Artificial horizon, DAAM engine monitor, Satloc G4 with all options, 292 gallon fuel, Intelliflow flow control, Single point fuel, Shadin fuel flow meter, Lane fan brake, Landing lights, CP nozzles, Hatfield Fire Gate, 8 AU4000 Micronair Atomizers on separate set of booms complete with electric brakes, RPM monitors, and Micronair monitor. Email queenbeeair. com or call 800-736-7654 tfn AIR TRACTOR 602 • $425,000 • PRICED FOR FAST SALE • 2000 AIR TRACTOR 602. N9125P S/N 602-5068. Total Time Airframe 6263.1. P&W PT6-60AG. s/n PCE RG0077. Garmin audio panel, KY196, Garmin transponder , ELT, horizon indicator, Lane pump fan. Satloc M3 Engine has overhauled CT blades, vane ring & segments, New #1 & #2 Bearings, O/H oil cooler, O SMOH on propeller, w/ new blades, a steal for $425,000. Contact George F. Mitchell - M & M AIR SERVICE INC., Owner located Beaumont, TX USA. Telephone: 409-656-5998 . 409-7942352 . Fax: 409-794-2958 (05-15)

Priced To Sale! - N6003G 1994 Model 502B Air-Tractor, Serial No. 502B 0249. Completely rebuilt by Cascade Conversions. Wing life now rated at 9400 hrs. Hopper was refurbished by John Hurr in California 7/15/2006 and looks like new. New Gill batteries in April 2012. All new tires in 2013 (not used since). All new landing gear, including tail spring at time of rebuild. Engine: Walter M601 E11 (750 hot & high rated) Serial No.: 843 243.

977.8 hrs SMOH by G.E. factory. Current inspection completed by Premier Turbines (Bruce Carlson) 11/24/2013. Equipment: M3 SATLOC GPS Guidance System, Intelliflow flow controller, Stainless steel booms - right hand boom shut off, 39 Carousel (CP-111TT) nozzles, Single point fuel system, Smoker, Windshield wiper, Agrinautics Spray Pump (WeathAero 5 blade pump drive), King KY 196 Com Transceiver. Jim Schick, Aero Spray Service, Inc., Miller, SD. 605-853-2777, 605-871-3833.

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2015 Air Tractor slots available, call Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800441-2964. tfn 1991 AT-502-0152- PT6A-34AG,N1515G, times since engine light O/H, 2050.8, SHSI 0.0, TTAF 10268.7, Refurbished airframe, Satloc Bantam, electric fan and brake, A/C, late model paint scheme looks and runs great, ready to work! $395,000 Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft 800-441-2964 tfn

1982 AT-400, 9597 TT, SATLOC M3 GPS, Smoker, hopper auger system, MICRO VG’S. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

Don’t miss a great deal on these beautiful models, great addition to your growing collection. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n 2009 AT-502B, N662JK, 1320 TTAF&E, -34, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., heat, load hog, 234 gallon fuel,........$725,000 For more information call 870-295-6213 t f n 2009 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG smoker, 216 fuel, Bantam/flow, radio, cabin heat/AC, 1750 TTSN northern plane since new.

Farm Air 877-715-8476 tfn 1993 AT-401 GEARED, 6,304 TT, AIR, 400 gal hopper, speed ring, cool seat, smoker, flow control, outside baggage, 126 gal fuel, strobes & LT LDS lights, spreader. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 2011 AT-802A PT6A-65AG 2600 TTSN Bantam/flow, wingman 1999 AT- 802A PT6A- 65AG 0 Since Covington Light OH. 500 hr warranty 5900 TTSN G-4/flow $830 K 2010 AT-602 PT6A-65AG 1600 TTSN 2011 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 1250 TTSN 2009 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 1750 TTSN 2009 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 2200 TTSN 1997 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 7300 TTSN, spar done, new paint $510 K. Large selection of parts, for more information contact Farm Air Inc. 877-715-8476 or Carrie or Randy at your Air Tractor parts at 309-759-4646. tfn 2010 AT- 8 02, - 67, 26 0 0 h r s T T, 0 since HSI, hydraulic gate w/Del Norte controller, elec. brake gr. adj., Del Norte w/flowcontrol, smoker, dual single point fuel, Wingman, fresh annual $1,025,000 Call 870-672-1044 tfn

1998 AT-502-34 N5075L 9371 TTAF, 9702 TTE, 2740 TSLOH Covington, 316 SHOT Covington over $60,000 in new parts. 316 SPOH, Spar cap good till 17,216 TTAF, 2014 all new factory panels and belly skins with stainless Mil Spec fasteners, 316 hr on all engine oil and fuel hoses with OH oil cooler, Smoker, Flagger, Rt boom shutoff, A/C, M3 with flow control, Drop stainless booms CP flat fan nozzles. Can email cycles or other info you request.

Very clean well maintained airplane. $425,000 Call Jim 218-289-1999 (05-15) 2014 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn

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1983 AT-400, PT6A-34AG, 25” gate, Stainless Steel Booms with CP Nozzles, 4 blade Lane fan with electric brake, Harbour A/C. M3 Satloc. For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-572-9011 days or 870995-1323 nights and weekends (05-15)

Don’t miss a great deal on these beautiful models, great addition to your growing collection. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n 2010 AT-802, N422BR, 1910 TTAF&E, -67, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Del Norte controller, Del Norte w/flowcontrol, single point fuel, WIngman, fresh annual, fresh HSI..... $1,050,000. For more information call 870-295-6213 t f n

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1975 Cessna Ag Pickup, 3578 TT, 2030 SMOH, Satloc LiteStarII.. Aircraft is located at Air Repair in Cleveland, MS.. Call for photo or more details. Air Repair, Inc. Phone 662-846-0228. Fax 662-843-0811.

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

AT-802: Capacity that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, zippy 190 mph ferry speeds, and greater working capacity than any other ag aircraft on the market - the AT-802 is simply a hoss. With the AT-802 you’ll ferry faster, spray more fields and do bigger jobs all in one load. That’s production that only Air Tractor can offer you. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the AT-802. And ask about special Air Tractor financing now available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers. TFN Save money. Buy used. Parting out several Air Tractor 402, 502, 602, and 802, Thrush and Ag Cats. Call Chad Stuart.

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AT-502B: More performance; more profit potential. With Air Tractor’s AT-502B there’s plenty of power and a big, 500gallon payload to please both pilot and operator. The Pratt & Whitney PT6A34AG turbine engine delivers efficient and effective performance that shortens ferry times and reduces takeoffs and landings.

Since 1987 the AT-502 series has set the standard as the industry’s most popular ag plane. You can own one with attractive financing options from Wells Fargo. Talk to your Air Tractor dealer.

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

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1978 Ag Truck, 7000 TT looks like 2000, 25 SMOH, 7th stud case, 856 SPOH, air foil booms, CP nozzles, Crophawk, A/C, new paint & windows, Kevlar leading edges, hydraulic pump. $130,000. For more information call Jeff Priewe 662-5015559 (05-15) 1976- Cessna Bonaire,-A188B, 3227.0TT, ENGINE TIME: 456.0, New Tail Wheel Assembly, S.S. Boom, Satloc Lite Star II, Smoker, Locking Tail Wheel,Nozzles 42 Ea Tee Jets, new motor in hydraulic manual pump w/ new housing Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

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For Sale 1976 Cessna C-188 with Bonaire 550 Conversion Canadian Registered C-GMJR, C-188 TTSN: 6241.1, Engine IO-550D23 479.2 hrs since factory new.

Propeller HC- C3YF-1RF 277 TSOH. Annual inspection complete Oct 2014.

Aircraft equipped with Comm, Mode C, UHF, Satloc Airstar, Crophawk 7, Stainless Steel Booms, with CP nozzles.

Spray Ready! Call Dave 204-870-2828 or email dave@jonair.com (05-15) 1954 Cessna 180. 4900 TT, 1190 SMOH, 200 since top, Good paint. Call Mooney 662-645-3870 (05-15)

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We have the largest NEW inventory of Cessna 188 AG Truck & Ag Wagon parts in the USA. Parting out many other air crafts as well. J & C Enterprises Aviatiion INC 800-542-8565 or Email Sid or Jerry at jcaviation@pldi.net At fn 1982 - N9996J - Cessna Husky, 5100TT, 130 STOH, 1250 SMOH, new cylinders, air, Satloc, smoker. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn Cessna airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts!

Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn J & C enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Cessna aircraft, New & Used part of any kind. Call Jerry 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

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AT-504: Learn and earn. With side-by-side cockpit seating and 485-gallon capacity, the AT-504 is a great way to train new ag pilots and earn while they learn. Powered by the P&W 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; just visit with your Air Tractor dealer.

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1966 Pawnee PA-25-235. 343.28 SMOH, Starlite 2 GPS, Annual good through Nov 2015. 8.50 tires, 250hp + Dual exhaust, smoker, dual Oil Coolers, Compressions: #1 79/80, #2 79/80, #3 79/80, #4 78/80, #5 79/80, #6 78/80. Strong Engine, sounds perfect. Spray system is in good shape.

New Pump and fan with electromagnetic brake. Airframe is Clean. Fabric is good.

All AD’s have been complied with. Ready to Spray. $84,900 OBO Leonard, ND. Telephone: 701-238-0710.

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

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PZL Dromader M-18A (Delta Turbine Conversion) 1988 (VH-TGH), TPE33111U-612G, 3415 TTAF ,3882 TSO Eng, Propeller 752 TTSN, Hopper 7/10, Paint 7/10, Interior 7/10. Fitted with “B” Model Elevators, Smoker, Window Washer/ Wiper, 3000 Ltr. Hopper, Lowered Belly Skin, 3” Dual Loading System, A/C, Work Lights, 5300Kg USA STC, DAAM. $240,000 USD (Plus 10% GST) Contact: Julie Black, 02 6888 7101, Email info@ rebelag.com.au (05-15) M-18A Turbine Airframe for sale. No engine. 4796TT. Contact Riceland Aviation 337-824-1567 or email ricelandav@aol. com (05-15)

1966 Pawnee spray plane, 12275TT, 1050 SMOH, Hutch wing & fuselage, spring steel gear, spreader box & Trac Map available at extra cost. $64,500 OBO. Call Patricia 903-571-0116 or email eastexflying@gmail.com (05-15) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Piper, Pawnee or Brave aircraft.

We are also looking for parts inventory, or derelict aircraft as well call Jerry at 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi. net At fn

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1997 Thrush S2R G10, 4987TT, 466 SCAM

by CD, Turbomaxx Crossover duct, Satloc Bantam w/flow control, A/C, smoker, REABE hopper quantity gauge, AMSAFE Airbag seatbelts. $485,000. Contact Kyle Scott 970-867-8414 (05-15)

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1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 620 horas desde nuevo!!, Tela nueva, pintura nueva, micas nuevas, recién inspecionado, GPS, Comm, Transponder. El PA-18 más nuevo y bonito en el mercado, $135,000 Sun Valley Dusting, 956-399-5323‑ t f n

thrush 1997 Ayres S2R-G10 510 Thrush Project.

5175 TTAF, Wing Spars done at 5090, AgNav, King radio and xponder, VGs, winglets, Load Hog, A/C and Heat, factory metal tail, clean airframe, minor crash damage, good project, engine removed. $90,000.00 obo. Call Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091, 850-675-1252. t f n

1979 S2R Thrush - 5479 TTAF, 1068 SMOH, 693 SPOH, Geared Engine with Albatross Prop, A/C, AG - NAV Guia GPS, Weathaero Fan. Located in Moose Jaw, SK, CANADA. Delivery available in Canada/USA! Asking $165,000. Call James 306-692-7335 or email james@ provincialairways.net.

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2010 Thrush 510P FOR SALE 1350 TT, Fresh Hot Section inspection, Satloc w/ flow control, Bottom load fuel, leading edge lights, Elec. Fan brake, VG’s, and More! Call ASI JET for price, pictures, and details. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer! Selling NEW and Used aircraft check us out at ASIJET.COM or give us a call at 952-941-6255 (12-15)

1976 Ayres S2R. 12,416 TTAF, 5002.2 TTE on -6 Garrett turbine, 0 SHSI by AgAir Turbines, 5002.2 TTSN prop, 478 SOH prop, AirStar GPS, Ayers wing extensions, 500 gal hopper conv., Transland gate, WeatherAero fan. Asking $270,000. Call Landis West 541-376-8220 (05-15)

1996 Thrush S2R G10DC: Approx. 6700 TTAF, TPE331-10 with 1700hrs SOH, Dual cockpit, Satloc G4 w/Flow, FF Meter, A/C, Smoker, elec. fan brake, Landing lights, and More! Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and more details. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer! Selling NEW and Used aircraft ASIJET.COM, give us a call! 952-941-6255 (12-15)

1997 Thrush S2R-G1 5700 TT, 650 since CAM, 612 remaining on spar, Collins a/c, Metal tail,VG’s, Bottom load fuel, Shadin fuel flow, FAST start, M3 w/ flow control, SS booms, Lane electric brake, fresh annual. 605-350-4536 (05-15) 1999 Ayres S2R-T34 510 Thrush Project.

11048 TTAF, 1609hrs on Avenger Spars, SatLoc, VGs, AC and Heat, engine removed, minor crash damage, good project. $90,000.00 obo. Call Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091, 850-675-1252. tfn 1996 Ayres S2R-T34 10,688 TT Wing spar 3071 TT PT6A-34AG 9936 TT 2978 TS “lite” overhaul 983 TSHIS. Prop 1814 TSOH Satloc M3, Night lights, dual side single point fuel, dropped booms w/high volume spray system, CP nozzles, low time tail spring $315K 559-686-7401 (04-16)

1974 S2R Geared Engine Thrush. 7710 T TAF, 810 SM O H engine. 330 hr s since master rod bearing reprocessed, crankshaft magnafluxed, valves reground and returned to service. 787 SMOH prop.

Extensive annual with many new parts including tires, battery, A/C compressor, fuel pump, seat belts and harness. Has stainless steel pump with electric brake and stainless booms with CP nozzles.

Satloc Bantam with G-4 screen and flow control. Air conditioner, chip lite, 24 volt electrical system, smoker, flagger, single point fuel, comm radio, oil filter kit, digital tach, extended wings, good glass and paint. All logs since new. Asking $155,000.00 OBO Call Terry 806-258-7220 or email whiteface@wtrt.net (05-15)

1971 Thrush S2R - 12,490TT, Geared 1340 engine 390TT, Otter prop 390TT, new SATLOC Bantam w/ G4 screen and Flow control, all stainless system, CP-11 nozzles, cold air intake, rebuilt Agrinautics pump w/ elec. brake, 29” wheels, spring tail wheel, extended wings, new spark plugs, right boom shutoff. $120,000. Call Kelley Schindler at 406-679-0688 or email kelly_schindler@yahoo.com (05-15) 1978 Ayres S2R-T34 21,300 TT Wing spar 2250 TT PT6A-34AG 16,600 TT 9650 SIR AN, 2175 SHSI, Prop 1400 TSOH w/new blades, Satloc, spring tailwheel, high volume spray system $225K 559-686-7401 (04-16)

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2013 Thrush N762BF G10-177, 297 TTAF, 297 TTSN, Engine 297 since Cam, Prop 297 TT, MVP 50, A/C, Guia GPS w/ Flow Control, AFS Check valves, Davidon Triset nozzle tips, Lane fan clutch, Lane ground adjustable fan, Windshield wiper, ATS VGs, Strobes, Aluminum booms, 3” side load valve, Bottom load fuel. $795,000. Call Bruce Andrews 229-725-4150 0 6 -15 2010 Thrush S2R-T34, Ser. #T34-334, N7022F. PT6A-34AG, Ser. #PCE-PH0569.

Har tzell prop model HC- B3TN -3D/ T10282N+4. 14 0 0 T.T. Air fr ame & Engine. LED leading edge landing lights, VG’s Load Hawg, Smoker, Bantam GPS with flow control. SS booms with CP’s, Weathaero fan, SSF spreader. Annualed 04/08/2014, No damage history. Please call 870-479-3737.

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2013 Thrush 510P - 600 TT, PT6A-34AG Engine warranty remaining, G4 GPS w/ flow, Hatfield Single point, Hopper Rinse, Elec. Fan Brake, SS Spreader, SS Booms, Smoker, VG’s, Com radio, LED lights, Boom shutoff switch, and much more!

Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and details. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer specializing in NEW and Used aircraft! Visit ASIJET.COM or give us a call at 952-941-6255 (12-15)

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800-542-8565 SPECIALISTS IN CESSNA 188

For Sale 2011 S2R-T34AG 510, 1600 TTAFE, NDH, a/c, heat, smoke, vg’s, cascade inlet, load hawg, elec turn coord, led nose and wing lights, bantam w/ intelliflow, lane elec brake, auto-cal, swathmaster spreader, aluminum booms, single point fuel, 3” side load, fresh annual, his, some spare parts. $780, 000 obo Glenn 662-721-7931 hoair1@yahoo.com (05-15)

1974 S2RG5/525(Goering conv.-750 SHP) - 12,624 TT/ 94 since IRAN engine/ 2704 since new 4 blade prop: 525 gal hopper, Simplex pump and electric fan brake, stainless booms, 2” left side load, extended wings, droop tips, aileron ser vos, vor tex generators, 192 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/strobe/ instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., Satloc M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate with NEW factory lower spar caps, good paint/tires/ glass/fabric. fresh annual 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn 2011 – N70060, Thrush S2R-T34, 1080 TT SNEW, 228 gal fuel, Weatheraero fan, 60 CP’S nozzles, S.S. boom, fan brake, load hawg, VG’S, smoker, LED light, Bantam GPS W/ Intelliflow, MVP-50, 3” side L. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (tfn)

1998 Thrush S2R G -1(Super)/400: Approx. 4400TT airframe, 4400 Since CAM, 1400 hrs. Since Super conversion on Garrett -1 (many New and Overhauled Parts), 400 Gal, Single Point, FAST Start, FF Meter, A/C, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, Comm, Dual Landing light, Cool mesh seat and More! Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and more details. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer!

Selling NEW and Used aircraft ASIJET. COM, give us a call! 952-941-6255 1 2-15

2000 S2RT65/660(1300 SHP) - 5985 TT/ 90 since O/H engine and 5 blade prop: 660 gal hopper, factory spray system, Lane fan and electric brake, stainless booms, 3” left side load, 26,000 hour life wing, 230 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, aileron servos, quick start system, nav/ strobe/instrument and landing lights, Satloc Bantam GPS with Intelliflow, air cond., Shadin fuel flow meter, Load Hawg, good paint and glass, new tires and brakes. PRICE REDUCED! 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

2000 660 Thrush 5000 TT 0 time PT6A-65 Zero time prop. New blades, load hot fast start, bottom fuel, new batteries, new tires and brakes. Spray system. Fresh Annual 812877-2587 jim@turbinesinc.com 06 -15

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1996 Ayres Turbo Thrush, G10-125, 6966.5 TT, 1817 TT engine since cam, 1100 hours remaining on spar caps, Hartzell propeller. 333 hours SMOH, A/C, Strobes, Electric fan clutch ground adjustable, Aluminum booms, Davidon triset nozzle tips, Spraying systems check valves, 3” side load valve, Bottom load fuel, ATS Vg’s, Smoker, Auto Cal, KY96A, Transponder, Guia GPS with P500 box, Selling price for this aircraft is $440,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. bruceandrews62@gmail.com 06-15

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

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2013 Thrush S2R-H80, dual cockpit, full dual controls, GE H80 engine model H80-100. Hartzell propeller HC-B4TN. 50 hrs TT MVP-50T glass panel. Standard alum booms with 32 CP nozzles, Lane fan and electric brake, Wing tip strobe and Nav lights. 228 Gal fuel, K & N filters, windshield wiper and washer, 29” high flotation tires and wheels with dual caliper Cleveland brakes, Zee A/C, cabin heat. Satloc G4 w/intellaflow comm transponder FM/XM radio. Call Souther Field Aviation 229-924-2813 tfn

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

weatherly The 510 Thrush has sent the standard in Ag Aviation for dependability. With rugged construction, simplified system and low maintenance, the 510 Thrush is the aircraft any operator can depend upon. Low maintenance, maximum loads, superior pattern makes the 510 Thrush a profit machine. All Thrush Aircraft models provide superb visibility, light control forces, and unmatched speed and maneuverability. www.thrushaircraft.com tfn

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

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20 03 G l a s a i r S u p e r I I - S RG W i t h Lycoming IO 360 B1E, Propeller: Hartzell HC-FZYR-1F, Tach 307.7, Airframe 307.7, Vision Microsystems Inc. VM 1000 Engine Management System, Vision Microsystems Inc. Chronometer, Vision Microsystems Inc. Air Temperature, Vision Microsystems Inc. Fuel Level Monitoring System, GNC 250 GPS Com, Garmin 496, ZAON XRX Collision Avoidance System, Amera King AK-451 406 MHZ ELT. Email queenbeeair. com or call 800-736-7654 tfn

bargains AG pilot Helmet for Sale - for Fixed Wing or Helicopter. New / unused , in the original Gentex factory box , purchased New from Gibson & Barnes , model SPH-5 helmet , size XL ( fits head size 7-1/2, to 7-7/8 hat size ) White in color , ... Dual, dark and clear visor lens , AG sun bill , Gextex super comfort liner TPL interior , extra Silicone seal ear pads , 300 ohm civilian boom microphone and speakers , and storage/cleaning accessories, all factory instructions and the original bill of sale for $1722.00 included ... Looking for Best Offer ... can forward pictures. Call Mike 623-332-2806 or email cepilot@ hotmail.com (12-15B)

New Gallet LH 050 helmet, bought last spring and never used. Large Size, Passive Noise Reduction (Standard), Grey Visor, Flex Mic, Memory Foam Liner, Helment Mounted volume control, Soft Seal Hush Kit, 4’ Straight Cord, Matt Grey Color. $1,375.00 Call Chad 208-2776085 or email chadjromney@yahoo. com (12-15B) udder (covered) for Piper PA-25-235/250 in good condition - $1100. New tail wheel springs for PA-25-235/250 - $140. Tail wheel numbers are 64901-005/ 6490104/ 64901-003/ 64901-02. Maule tail wheel, tire size 8x3.00x4 single arm in fair condition with good bearings and race. Call Don at 402-841-5144 or email flyagrp@cableone.net (12-15B) Use this category for your items that will sell under $2500. Place the classified of one item, one time at $30.00 and the classified will continue running until you sell the item and cancel the ad. Call 478987-2250 to place your classified today.

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engines PT6A-67AG TSN: 628.7 Repaired for prop strike. For details please call R.T. Turbines Inc. 870-295-3552 (05-15) R985, R1340 and R1340 Geared Engines new overhauled in stock. All engines new chrome in cylinders and new pistons.

Overhauled by Younkin Aviation Inc, Arkansas FAA Approved Repair Station.

Ken or Greg, 479-839-3945. Been in business since 1957.

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

Order your In-Formation Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478 - 9 87-2 2 5 0 o r o r d e r o n l i n e at agairupdatemarketplace.com T F N

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Pratt & Whitney R4360-20W. Complete engine. 0 time be Aero Dex. Released pressure from seal in Aug. 2014. Pristine engine. $29,000 outright. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708.

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Wright R1820-86B T-28. Engine freshly overhauled. Complete with mags, harness, and shipping box. 100 hour warranty. W/o carb. $59,500 outright. W/ carb. $62,500 outright. Call Sun Air Parts 661-2577708.

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R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange.

Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -15

Pratt & Whitney R1340AN2. Geared nose engine. Complete with mags, carb. and shipping crate. From $53,000 outright.

Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708. 01-16 (1) Pratt & Whitney PT6-34AG, 266 hrs SMOH Call for cycle info. Bruce Andrews 229-725-4150 $235,000.00 06-15 R985-14B, 241 SOH, 0 IRAN...$39.9K; R985-AN1, 307 SOH, 0 IRAN...$37.9K; R1340HYD, 356 SOH, 0 IRAN...$49.9K; AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX AgCat Sales/Service/Parts since 1971.

Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com

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

B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights.

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

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

P r a t t & W h i t n e y R-1 3 4 0A N1 . N o hydromatics. Complete with mags, carb. and shipping box. 100 hour warranty.

From $53,000 outright. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708.

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R134 0 Geared Engine, 450 SMOH, $50,000. Call Sky Tractor LLC 1-800-4375319 tfn PT6A-15AG Engines: Need an engine replacement or upgrade for your Ag aircraft? Pratt & Whitney Canada has some 0 TSO PT6A-15AG PT6A-15AG PT6SMARTSM engines available. Fly with the Eagle. Explore the available options for new and used engines and make your business “PT6SMARTSM”. Email mike.lee@ pwca.ca or call 450-647-3682. 03-15 Pratt & Whitney R-985-14B OH engine.

Hydromatic. Complete with mags, carb. and shipping box. All have heavy piston pins and new pistons included. 100 hour warranty. From $43,000 outright. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708.

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Geared 1340. 227 SMOH by Covington.

Removed for turbine conversion. Clean, nice running engine. $46,000. Contact Dean L. McClain - AG FLYER S INC .

Torrington, WY USA Telephone: 307532-4744 (05-15) Pratt & Whitney R-1830-92. Complete with mags, harness, and shipping crate. 100 hour warranty. From $58,000 outright.

Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708. 01-16 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 tfn Pratt & Whitney R-1830-94. Complete with mags, harness, and shipping crate.

100 hour warranty. From $62,000 outright.

Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708. 01-16 Engine Overhaul Services (EOS) E.O.S. is a F.A.A. approved PT6 repair station, offering a wide range of COMPLETE overhaul and repair capabilities on the Pratt and Whitney PT6A model engines.

We produce quality engine work with quick turnaround time. Call us today 305888-4596. Visit us at www.pt6engine. com (09-15) Pratt & Whitney R2000-7M2. Complete with mags, harness, all new pistons, roller and ball bearings installed. Also new rubber covered leads and master rod bearings. 100 hour warranty. From $49,000 outright.

Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708. 01-16 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange.

Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -15

Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staff.

We have engines for sale or exchange.

Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www.jsamiami. com . (09-15)

R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-15 R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons chrome cylinders new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-15 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-15 Universal Turbine Parts: 1 ea PT6A-11AG TSO 3976; 1 ea PT6A-20A TSO 3099; 2 ea PT6A-21 TSO 2772; 4 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO (3) 0, 4143; 1 ea PT6A-114A TSO 272 ; 2 ea PT6A-135 TSO 2791, 3081; 4 ea PT6A135A TSO (3) 0, 653; 5 ea PT6A-34 TSO (4) 0, 2776; 2 ea PT6A-41 TSO 537, 2655; 4 ea PT6A-42 TSO 0; 1 ea PT6A-50 TSO 0; 1 ea PT6A-60AG TSO 5369; 2 ea PT6A-65B TSO 0, 6978. We also buy PT6 Engines in all conditions. Please contact Joel at 334-361-7853 or email jplake@ UTPparts.com or Greg at 704-660-9999 or email greg.miller@UTPparts.com. t f n Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG. 10,064 TT engine, 81 SHOT, good cycle times remaining, Fresh Hot Section with sale. $155,000. South Delta Aviation - 870572-9011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (05-15) Jet Set Airmotive PT6A-28 TSO 0 PT6A-34 TSO 0 PT6A-34AG TSO 0 Email preeves@jsamiami.com Email krod@jsamiami.com

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Garrett TPE-331-10 -511M 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A4-16 Covington Turbine Engines Available.

PT6A-15AG 32 TSO; PT6A-21 0 TSO; PT6A-135A NEW; PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A-34AG 94.5 TSN; PT6A-34AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-34AG 0 TSO; PT6A-34 2309 TSO; PT6A-34 1908 TSO; PT6A-41 3196 TSO; PT6A-41 3511 TSO; PT6A-42 2107 TSO; PT6A-42 2066; PT6A-60A NEW; PT6A-65AG 89 TSN; PT6A-67AG 2788 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 Pr at t & W hi tn ey R- 985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators, & accessories for above engines. Call Ches ter Rober t s Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903-429-6047 crs5r@aol.com 10 -14

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the larges t selec tion of Lycoming and Continental engine cores in stock. Over 100 to choose from. Call Sid or Jerry for your parts or engines needs. 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn

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

R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul by Covington $64,500; PT6A-34AG, 6,434 TTSN, P/S light overhaul, new CT blades, O/H vain $260,000; NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 outright or exchange, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 TFN

Boom Clamps - The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for.

Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com tfn

10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us.

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

dispersal equip Spreaders for Sale: 1- S.S.F. 38” 13 Vane Spreader, 1- Transland 25” 8 Vane Spreader, 1- Transland 38” 10 Vane Spreader. All spreaders are in great condition. Reasonable offers only. 662398-7833 or 662-719-2200 (05-15)

Tr i - S e t H yd r a u l i c N oz z l e - T h re e Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available.

Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-6453605. www.davidononline.com tfn 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. 229-6453605. www.davidononline.com tfn D R P - 9 5 5 D R I F T R E TA R D E N T PENETRATOR-SPREADER/STICKER-UV Protectant For drift reduction, deposition increase, University tested. Big Gun in the war on Drift! Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com tfn

Transland and Agrinautics authorized distributor – Call us with your needs. Sid or Jerry @ J & C Enterprises 1-800-542-8565 or e-mail jcaviation@pldi.net At fn A SC Rotar y Atomizers - See w w w. dynafog.com/asc results and April 2009 issue of AAU, A. McCracken. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-15 Agrinautics, Inc. Best spray pumps, valves, and strainers in the business! For service w/ a smile,call us at 435-586 -1200. e-mail:agrinaut@cedarcity.net tfn Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale. Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc. com tfn Transland 10 vain spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,500; Agrinautics, Root, Crophawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401.. tfn ASC Rotary Atomizers - Consistent droplets, large flow openings, easy to mount without changing your existing pump, boom and flow control method.

Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317896-2561 A 01-15 CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 - FAX: 438344 t f n

gps Transland SS spreader, 8 vane, adjustable air intake. Came off a Piper Brave and should fit other small Ag planes. Great condition. $5,500 OBO. Located in Oregon. Call Gary 541-980-8646 or email gdshearer@charter.net (05-15) Electrostatic spray system with a set of stainless steel booms. Used. $30,000. Call Dale 361-813-3995.

(05-15) Agrinautics 65715 Pumps one Standard $10 0 0 o n e Tu f f- C o at $1 20 0 FO B Visalia,CA. Call Peter 530-848-0377 or email peter@vespapower.com (05-15) Isolair saddle mount spray system for a Bell 206B model. Tanks, brackets, cross tube, dump valve, rearward booms, and all paperwork included in sale. $15,000 OBO. Call or email for more information or pictures. 940-704-9682, zacsom@ wildblue.net (05-15)

Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc.-- Spreaders and Accessories. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” spreaders plus many more. We also manufacture a 13 vane 10” hydraulic gate.

Call us for all of your spreader needs. We do repairs on all models. Call Us today 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232 ( 05-15) D i s p e r s a l E q u i p m e n t : We a t h a e r o Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, F l a g g e r s , N o z z l e s , Tr a n s l a n d , Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Load Hawgs All Aircraft Styles.

Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net. tfn Everything you need for fixed wing or helicopter JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com web site: www,johnstonaircraft. com t f n ASC Rotary Atomizers - Why use old hydraulic nozzle technology? Rotary Atomizers are proven a s the most accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-15

Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call 270-3052749 (12-15) New Gate Keeper tm technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, ea sy calibration, and accurate distribution.

TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the market- Applies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately.

Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-8379428 TurbineConversions.com 12-14

Hemisphere GPS & Flow Control Dealer Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr.

Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn

parts Wright 1820 Engine and Prop as well as inventory of parts that include Cylinders, Carburetors, Magnetos, Starters, Oil Cooler, and various other parts. Contact Hershey Flying Service at 308-3685556.

(12-15) Used 502 Wingman. $6000. Call Al 870265-5011 (05-15) Pratt & Whitney yellow tagged 1340 Cylinder and Carburetor. Contact Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556. (12-15) PMA Piper Brave and Weatherly tailsprings in stock. Contact Hershey Flying Service at 308-368-5556 01-16 Engine Overhaul Services (EOS) E.O.S. is a F.A.A. approved PT6 repair station, offering a wide range of COMPLETE overhaul and repair capabilities on the Pratt and Whitney PT6A model engines.

We produce quality engine work with quick turnaround time. Call us today 305888-4596. Visit us at www.pt6engine. com (09-15) AgCat parts center. World wide parts service for any model of AgCat. Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556. (12-15) Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staff.

We have engines for sale or exchange.

Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www.jsamiami. com.

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TracMap Flight Pro GPS for agriculture.

Includes GPS antennae, control case, light bar, flight simulator, Autocal, plus two valves TM100 & TM150. Pics available.

Please email Eddie eddiemerc@gmail. com.

(05-15) 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.

TFN SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417 tfn

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 Hershey Flying Service at 308-368-5556 to order your set, or check us out at www. hersheyflyingservice.com 01-16

Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center.

Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 800-325-0885. tfn Intelliflow Flow Controls -in stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-4375319 tfn

CP Nozzles and check valves “The Drift fighters”. Plus they improve your spray pattern. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-6869360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Satloc G4, M3, and Bantam. Air Repair inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and service. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

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. (tfn)

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

Why buy anywhere else, we’ve got what you need, and service after the sale! Call now 800-437-5319 Sky-Tractor Supply Company tfn

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 est to order.

12-14 New reinforced Thrush Leading Edges – Guard against bird strikes with bonded aluminum line replacement Leading Edges.

STC process. Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 est for quote.

12-14 Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385 -5051 w w w.kawakaviation. com (09-15)

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

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

Um par de asas estendida 95% completa do Thrush S2R . A pair of extended wings 95% complete Thrush S2R. Brazil. g arci av i ag r i co l a @ u o l .co m . b r / 16 36274879 (tfn)

Cockpit adjustable flow control kit. Manual control or GPS variable rate ready. Integrates into existing hydraulic systems. More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-3855051 www.kawakaviation.com (09-15) Air Tractor auxiliary hydraulic system.

20lbs/hr LESS fuel burn, improved spray pattern, reduced maintenance cost, cockpit adjustable flow controls. Inquires call 541-385-5051 or www.kawakaviation. com (09-15) Let us help you meet increa singly stringent precision application demands.

Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com (09-15) Superbooms for Cessna, Piper, Thrush, Air Tractor and custom manufacture; Thrush Aileron Servos -STC’d kits. TSA 800-642-5777 or tsa@702com.net (TFN) Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings. MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. tfn Air Tractor Parts New and Used (Associate dealer for Lane Aviation). FWF cowlings 402, 502, 602 many to chose from, removed for Factory and Cascade P-cowl conversions. New and used (Factory Rebuilt) Aileron, Flaps, Elevators, Rudders, Horz/Vert stabs in stock and ready to sale or trade. Call Steve @ North Star Aviation 620-356-4528 srice@pld.com tfn

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

Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to fuel nozzle & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions. com (09-15) Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory.

Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr.

Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn 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 tfn

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

06-15 Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net Atfn Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp.

Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 TFN Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us.

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn O/H’D Thrush 29” landing gear & we can repair / rebuild yours. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn

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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 . ( 09-15) Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556 01-16 J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc ha s purchased a large new inventory of Citabria GCBC part in late 1977-79 rnge.

Lots of common everyday parts. Landing gear, wheels 7 brakes, engine parts etc. call Jerry or Sid today 800-542-8565 or email jcaviaiton@pldi.net At fn S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830-625-4138. t fn Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us.

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

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

Call Carrie or Randy for all your Air Tractor parts needs at 877-715-8476. tfn Agrinautics, Angel Flight Assistant, Automatic Flagman, Aero Engines, Arrow prop, Air Tractor (Associate dealer Queen Bee Air Specialties) CP Nozzles, Compro Smoker, Crophawk, Covington Aircraft Engine, Collins Air Conditioner, Cleveland, Chip Detector, Hemisphere GPS, Hot Stuff, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, ServAero, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, SPH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor Supply 800437-5319, www.skytractor.com, email@ skytractor.com, 701-636-5881 (fax) TFN Cessna Par t s - Engine, propellers, authorized service center. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 tfn Spend your time doing what you do best “SPRAYING” and let us find those parts for you. Part numbers are really important. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us.

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn Brave and Pawnee parts - engines, props, spar kits, fuel cells and foam kits, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-6869360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t fn Angel Personal Flight Assistant - in stock, shipping today. Premium quality Bluetooth interface for the cockpit.

N oise free cell phone use witho ut fumbling for your phone. Caller ID, direct dial, redial, voice dial, download phonebook and call list entries, dial direct., Stream bluetooth music and control, E6B flight computer, Stopwatch, fuel and approach timer. Large full color easy to read backlit screen, intuitive menus, automatic cut out with radio transmissions, ambient light sensor. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 At fn Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit to get yours today call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi. net At fn

Complete Thrush factory metal tail w/ u p d a t e s . J o h n s t o n A i r c r a f t Service, INC. 559- 686 -1794 / Email i n f o @ j o h n s to n a i r c r af t . co m w w w. johnstonaircraft.com tfn Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. still has one of the largest Cessna, and Piper Ag Aircraft inventories in the USA and has a huge inventory of Lighting and wheel and brake inventory. Let us be your total part provider. Call in your needs - Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or jcaviation@pldi. net At fn Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone.

662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@ airrepairinc.com tfn Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. Give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net At fn Emco Wheaton/Buckeye Dr y Break Couplers and adapters, Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559 - 686 -936 0, e - mail: info @ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

propellers 12D40: “0” TSOH, AG100-2 blades, Model # 8041CPL Low time prop. $18,000 OBO. Call 731-571-7800 (05-15) Props for Sale: 22D40-6533A-12;Call PropWork s, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts. net 12-15 McCauley Prop for Stearman. Like new and comes with an authorized release certificate from Maxwell (7/9/14) to comply with AD. Part number 41D5926/ SS135-6 Serial Number AC-40-4859.

Contact Jared Storm at 402-443-7979 or Hershey Flying Service at 308-3685556. 01-16 H C - B 3 R 3 0 - 4/ R 1 0 1 5 2 N - 5 . 5 , 1 5 8 TT....$19.5K [Add for 158-SOH C- 4 governor and tools....$1500]; 2D30-AG100-2, 0 IRAN...$12.5K; 12D40-6101A12, 1058 SOH... $11.5K; 12D40-AG100-4S, 375 SOH...$17.5K; 22D40-AG200-2, 60 SIRAN/A.D...$20.5K; 22D40-6533A12, 852 SOH... $20.5K; 2D30-6101A12, 0 IRAN...$11.5K; 22D30-6533A12, OHC...$15.5K; AmAg: 870-886-2418/2489FAX AgCat Sales/Service/Parts since 1971. Email frank.kelley@ag-cat.com 1Hamilton Standard, 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533A Blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10 -15

NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock ready to ship today. 1-800-437-5319 SkyTractor Supply Company tfn

3 D 40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -15

Retrofit Hopper Door for AT-502 and AT-602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 tfn

12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. for more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-15

For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Prop. Hartzell HC-B5MP-3C. Fits AT-502A, AT-503, AT-602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG-T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary 210924-5561. sales@dixieair.com. (05-15) Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401. TFN

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 t f n

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

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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.

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All new Air Tractors now include P&W 2500 Hour, 5-Year Extended Warranty 2015 SLOTS AVAILABLE ON ALL MODELS 2015 AT-502B -34AG 170 Gal Fuel, A/C, Heat, Lane elect.

Brake & fan, 3” btm load, ext. warranty, s/s camlocs 1999 AT502B-0580 N90375 TT 6807.0 Hrs A & E, 0.0 since engine Ag Right O/H, 1750 Hr./3 year warranty by Dallas Airmotive, 0.0 since new 9,800 Hr. spar caps, by Air Tractor, 0.0 since prop inspection and reseal, Factory A/C, SATLOC Bantam GPS, electric brake and fan, smoker, CP Nozzles, $595,000

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5000 gal stainless steel fuel truck 1999 International: runs good. Call Dale 760 -355 -7033 or email dale@ imperialflyingservice.com (05-15)

Get these photo mats before they fly off the shelve. A great way to display your favorite photos. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

We build loader trucks to your specifications. Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/Stainless Steel Tube.

Been in loader truck business since 1980.

Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR.

1981 GMC 6000 Fuel truck – for sale: Used for 100LL. Approx. 1,200 gallon capacity, Re-painted in 2006, dual over wing hoses, located close to MSP international. MAKE OFFER - Call for more details 952-9416255. (12-15) Heavy duty 25’ nurse trailer(30,000 GVWR) built by Texas Pride Trailers in 2013 with dual 2 speed jacks. 1600 gallon fresh water & 800 gallon batch tank, Honda engine & pump, inductor, storage box mounted under landing platform easily accessible from crow’s nest, 30 gallon drum storage racks at rear of trailer. Tires are like new. Used for 1 season and worked great. Call 830-4266150.

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Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-9192317 A 12-14

(2)-2001 Adams field loaders: Honda GX670 engines, Rear hydraulic drop drive, Front s teer wheels, Hopper ladder, Stainless shields, Stainless spout, Wide load fins, Stainless engine covers, Reinforced framing, Anti-choke plate, Catch pan, Tarps, Spare tire and bulldog hitches $10,000 EACH. Contact George F. Mitchell - M & M Air Service Inc. Telephone: 409-656-5998 . 409-7942352 . Fax: 409-794-2958 (05-15) NEW to the DeSpain Collection, Customized Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

miscellaneous Vino? They do say ag pilots age like w i n e . Pl ace yo u r f avo r i te w i n e i n these high quality Rolf wine glasses etched with an ag plane, sold as a Set of 4. Makes a great gif t. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

Toy pla stic 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 tfn

Keep your drink hot or cold in this insulated 16oz Air Tractor Tervis Tumbler. Made in the USA, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

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

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Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s innovative and ex tremely 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 aircraf t grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions. com (09-15) New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

SUPERBUGS A safe and economical way to speed up Mother nature! Dispose of hazardous waste in loading and spill areas, ponds and ditches. SUPERBUGS disposes of insecticides, Fungicides, herbicides, and petroleum products Such as waste oil, diesel fuel, gasoline, solvent or anything of organic nature. Blue Stripe Distributing Toll Free 877-924-5025 tfn Aviator Backpack and matching coin p ur s e (sold s epar ate ly). For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn Fly through your mail with our Airplane Letter Opener! Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n PC SPRAY Dedicated Application Software, Version 3. Fully-functional program. Buy it once, use it forever! No annual fees.

Technical support for the life of the product. Call or email for demo today. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 tfn Crop Duster Video - “The Crop Dusters - The Early Years 1921-1955”; the era of Stearmans and Cubs flying the fields will never be seen again. Available in VHS or DVD. Only $20.00, plus S&H. MC and Visa accepted. Call 478-987-2250 Fax 478-9871836 Historical Video Productions. tfn Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ FREE SAMPLE http://www.GARRCO.com/freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco. com t f n

Order your The AgOp Collage Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdatemarketplace.com tfn J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is always looking for all types of derelict aircraft, parts inventory, both new and used. We will buy small or a shop full. Contact Jerry Buster 800 -542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net At fn HOTSTUFF AG AIRCRAFT CLEANER Call to order the # 1 Ag Aircraft cleaner in the country, Used by over 400 operators Coast to Coast. Blue Stripe Distributing 877-924-5025 Atfn HELMET with slide up visor $950. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1300. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 At fn English to Spanish Technical Translations Fo r m e r A &P a n d Ag - Pi l o t, C a r l o s Retamosa Specializing in translating: • Aviation technical manuals • Airworthiness Directives (ADs) • Service Bulletins (SBs) Contact info 598-53-24376 retamosa@ adinet.com.uy tfn

insurance INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 64 Years Risk Management, Low-time Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net. tfn

“Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do, and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc. is centrally located in Wichita, Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. Randy Hardy established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a dedicated and knowledgeable staff that includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe, Dick Russell and Rita Ethridge, whom have years of e x p e r ie n ce s e r v icin g th e ae r ial application business. Give us a try, you might be surprised. Call 1 800 7216733 or fax us at 316-945-2330. Get an online quote from our web site at www. hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com. tfn

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

Aerial Application...

Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller Balancing with Chadwick Helmuth engine printout equipment.

Jeffries Airworks, Dynamic Balancing, Vibration Analysis.

Much more than just a balance.

Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location.

Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 tfn We rebuild and refinish any fibreglass part for Weatherly, Cessna, Piper and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B,C and D). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 tfn Engine Overhaul Services (EOS) E.O.S. is a F.A.A. approved PT6 repair station, offering a wide range of COMPLETE overhaul and repair capabilities on the Pratt and Whitney PT6A model engines. We produce quality engine work with quick turnaround time.

Call us today 305-888-4596. Visit us at www.pt6engine.com (09-15)

It can be quite a challenge, but it helps keep the world growing.

At Mid-Continent, we feel it’s our responsibility to help keep the world growing. That’s why we provide new and used ag aircraft and ag craft parts to aerial applicators everywhere.

P.O. Box 540 - 1601 Hwy 84 Hayti, Missouri 63851 USA sales@midcont.com

CALL FOR PRICING 2011 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, 2500 TTSN, 0- since Covington hot, wingman, Bantam/flow 1999 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, O- since Covington LOH,

Tel: 573-359-0500 800-325-0885 Fax: 573-359-0538

877-715-8476 farmairparts@mymctc.net

500 hr engine warranty, G-4 2009 AT-602, PT6A-60AG, wingman, 10” gate, 0- since Covington hot, Bantam

40’ 15.649, 90’14.306

2010 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG 2250 TTSN, VG’s, 0- since hot 2009 AT-502B, PT6A-34AG 1980 TTSN, 0- since hot, Garmin SL40, stainless steel spray Auger Dan Load Truck — 1997 Freightliner FL70, 150,000 miles, Roll Tarp, Scales, 700 gallon Fuel Tank, Good Tires, $44,000

Check our web site for changes at www.farmairinc.com Large selection of parts, call Carrie at 877-715-8476 or farmairparts@mymctc.net

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DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com. tfn

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

For more Info contact Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 srice@pld. com tfn Southeastern Aircraft Sales and Service.

Late model aircraft sold by Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service will have a New Annual Inspection, Fresh Hot Section Inspection and a 100 HOUR OR 90 DAY WARRANTY. Now That’s Peace Of Mind!

Call Now 1-800-441-2964 tfn Jetset Airmotive can take care of all of your PT6A engine needs with engines, parts, accessories, and a knowledgeable staff.

We have engines for sale or exchange.

Quality work with a quick turnaround. Call us today for your PT6A engine needs at 305-825-2001. Visit us at www.jsamiami. com.

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wanted to buy Looking for tired AT-502. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509 635 1212 or email tom@cacaircraft. com (09-15) EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940-902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal. net tfn

Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl Riddell at 479-935-4891 (05-15) Looking for a 400 gal Super B model Ag cat fuselage frame. Call 701-636-5880 ask for Jay. tfn

operations Upper Midwest operation for sale. 1 piston aircraft and all necessary equipment.

Mostly scheduled work. Great opportunity for someone to get started in their own operation. Please email to blindads@ agairupdate.com w/subject: Upper Midwest, fax to 478-987-1836, or mail c/o AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry GA 31069 (05-15) Ever wanted to star t your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane, train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506 (12-15)

schools Ag Aviation School - Get the best flight training available by learning at a real commercial spray operation.

Safe, experienced instructors, highly maintained aircraft, new student pilot dorm with private rooms. Learn to mix, load, fly the light bar and all skills associated with ag aviation. Call Bruce now for more information or to get on the schedule: 770-329-4410. Also check out our Guarantee on our website at www. agaviationschool.com (05-15)

Gulf Coast aG airCraft sales & serviCe Thrush S2R aircraft.

Lifetime Spar (60,000 Hr) without inspections.

It is economical and easy to install.

Call Eugene For Details at 979-533-1720

The “Century” Wing Spar is now Available!

Sold in kit form or installed here at our facility.

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Start to finish AG PILOT TRAINING utilizing Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit & PA-25 Single for Solo/Dump/ Spray. Satloc and TracMap GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137. See videos at: www. eaglevistas.com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772285-5506 (12-15)

seat wanted Looking for my first seat. Commercial with instrument, 1250TT, 350TW in A-9 Callair pulling banners. Willing to start on the ground and work my way up. BS Agronomy from Stephen F. Austin. Extensive Ag background farming watermelons. Experienced in mixing and applying chemicals. Also have extensive management experience. Willing to listen and learn everything I can. Will relocate. Resume available upon request.

Email jbwagnon@yahoo.com, 936-5908096 (05-15)

Operator in South Dakota seeking pilots for 2015 season. Successful applicants mus t have turbine time, herbicide experience and ability to obtain SD pesticide license. New equipment and well maintained facilities. Operation sprays a large variety of commodities, generally April-September. Seat offers competitive pay. Please email blindads@agairupdate. com w/ subject: South Dokota, fax 478987-1836, or mail C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry GA 31069 (05-15) AG PILOT CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS NEEDED. We are looking for individuals interested in helping the next generation of Ag Pilots get a good safe start. Short Term and Long Term openings available. Please reply with a resume, contact information, your dates of availability, and any questions you may have. Please email to blindads@ agairupdate.com w/ Subject: Ag Flight Instructor, fax to 478-987-1836, or mail C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry GA 31069 (12-15) Job Offered: Experienced helicopter AG pilot needed. Please call Matt @ 928-9209873 (05 -15) A&P and/or IA mechanic wanted for multiplane and helicopter ag operation. Please call: 1-866-627-8292 (05-15) Jet Ranger Pilot: Ag pilot wanted to operate Jet Ranger. A&P Mechanic a plus.

Very good equipment with a reputable operator. Email jetrangerpilotag@gmail. com.

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Seasoned ag pilot - over 16,000 TT with over 6,000 ag including turbine. I live in St. Louis and am looking for a turbine seat - PT6 in the Midwest preferred. I am 67 years old, in good shape, hold an ATP with several type ratings, no accidents, incidents, violations or crop claims. I have references. My last job was flying a 502, and the owner will be flying the airplane himself. I have one year left on my Illinois License. I did not fly last year as I was the primary care giver to my wife who had brain cancer, she passed away in January.

Call Roland 314-968-8815.

(05-15) Seat wanted. 9297.9 TT. 7674 AG time.

130 Turbine. Licensed Minnesota & SK Canada. Clean record. License where needed. Email coryb70@hotmail.com or call 507-456-6906.

(05-15) Ag Pilot/A&P in search of an opportunity with a reputable operation. 450 AG, 770 TT. Extensive farm background. Ground Rig Experience. Resume and References Available. J.aviation@yahoo.com (05-15)

help wanted Pilot/Manager wanted, good company, good equipment, good benefits. Must be willing to relocate to Kansas. Reply to Jon Erhart 620-227-7431 or jonerhart@ sbcglobal.net (05-15) Looking for R44 Raven II pilot with agricultur al, SATLOC and AutoC al experience. Late April through September.

Eastern Oklahoma and Midwest corn.

Please email blindads@agairupdate.com w/ subject: Raven II pilot, fax to 478-9871836, or mail C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry GA 31069 (05-15)

OH-58 Pilot Needed. Turbine, herbicide and GPS experience a must. Primarily pasture and row crop. 6 month season.

Please email to blindads@agairupdate. com w/ subject: OH-58, fax to 478-9871836, or mail C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry GA 31069 (05 -15) Ground personnel year-round work.

Fixed wing and helicopter, low time pilots welcome. CDL and HazMat a plus, must be willing to travel. Email resume and references dana@bsairinc. com or call 229-838-6733 (05-15) Wanted: Bell 47(WASP) spray pilot and driver needed for long-term summer help.

Iowa insecticide/fungicide. Excellent pay for those who qualify. Send resume with references. Established company based in Iowa since 1992. Email vistahelicopter@ gmail.com (05 -15) Looking for qualified A&P mechanic ASAP in Arlington, GA. Position is available immediately! Call Tammy 229 -725 4150 06 -15 A&P Mechanic needed for growing business. Super Cubs to Conquests.

Fabrication, sheet metal, piston and turbine experience all a plus. Quality workmanship and willingness to learn a must. Forward your resume to tim@turbinesllc.com and explore your future.

(12-15) Aircraft Sales position for experienced Ag, Turbine, CR II, super salary and benefits.

Call: Dick 800-325-0885 @ Mid Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO t fn IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295 - 6213 Salar y depending on qualifications and experience t fn Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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• Wireless transfer of logs and jobs

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• Access the G4 remotely through the Internet

The L7 Lightbar with new Hi-Bright LEDs, 4 Displays and other new features including optional sun visor

• Ability to receive job files from AgSync & Flight Plan Online

HQ™ Instant Data Push/Pull

• FAA obstacle warning database

• Hot keys enable you to quickly toggle to full map screen

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• Live view of any aircraft or asset • Create, view, manage and send job files to any aircraft with a G4

• Laser altimeter support

• View, print or email as-applied spray maps

• Nearest swath feature

• Enter Section/Township/Range

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Sky Tractor Supply Co........................... 20A Southeastern Aircraft............................ 43A Souther Field Aviation, Inc.................... 39A Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers.......... 20A Sun Air Parts........................................... 18A Thrush Aircraft Inc................................... 2A

www.Satloc.com 8444 N. 90th Street, Suite 130 Scottsdale, Arizona 85258 USA

Phone: (480) 348-9919 Toll Free 800-247-3808

Transland ............................................... 27A Tulsa Aircraft Engines........................... 15A Turbine Conversions Limited............... 14A Universal Turbine Parts Div.................. 26A

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