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From motocross to the air

South African Excursion 2014 Next stop, Orsmond Aviation

Agroasa, S.A. tests Piper Brave’s spray pattern Technical visit to Argentina

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keep turning… in this issue VOLUME 32 NUMBER 5 | MAY 2014

12 From motocross to the air

Heath Voss a former motorcycle World Supercross Champion

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22 24 Lane delivers two AT-502Bs to Panama Lane Aviation delivers AT-802 26 to Saudi Arabia P&WC issues service bulletin for 26 PT6A-34 engines Aerial spraying operations are on fast track with Schweiss doors Speed is of the essence when it comes to aerial crop spraying

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Agroasa, S.A. tests Piper Brave’s spray pattern Technical visit to Argentina

8 Calendar of Events 9 AgAir Mail 32 The Hopper 34 Classifieds On the cover - Hangar 13’s Bell 206 Jet Ranger uses the Spectrum Electrostatic spray system with an effective swath of 70 feet for two gal/ac applications. See story on page 12

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from the cockpit

Surveys: What good are they?

For the last few years, AgAir Update has included a survey question in many of its weekly eEditions sent via email. The responses to these questions have been overall very good with interesting indications. I spent a little time to look over a few of them and decided to summarize some of the results in this month’s editorial.

to stop short. However, miscalculate the flare and stall speed for a three-point landing and you could do lots of damage to the aircraft.

One thing I noticed was the responses numbered generally in the 100-120 range. For electronic surveys, that is considered an indicative number; meaning that a fairly accurate reflection of the industry.

Obviously from the second question about landing empty, ag-pilots must generally like to wheel land when out of 116 respondents, 72 (62%) preferred to wheel land even when empty. For me, wheel landings are easier than three-pointers.

Whenever I evaluate a different and strange aircraft, I always wheel land. I have more control through the touch down phase and can more easily abort if needed.

The first and second surveys I viewed were about affiliation with industry associations. Of 116 respondents, 106 (91.3%) said they were a member of their state association. Likewise, when the question was how many were NAAA members, of 133 respondents, 117 (87.9%) were members. Those numbers are good indicators of the professionalism level our industry has reached, where most are a member of an industry association, at least with AgAir Update readers.

Like runways and fuel, you can never have too much lift with a loaded ag-plane. In the past, vortex generators (VGs) were considered smoke and mirrors. Today, these lift enhancing devices are fairly well-accepted by ag-pilots. Of 85 respondents, 56 (65.8%) said their aircraft were outfitted with VGs. I speculate not all 56 could be wrong, so there must be something about VGs that help the ag-plane; just don’t walk on the wing barefoot or pull the fuel hose across them.

Another survey asked which type of mobile phone was used. Not surprisingly, the iPhone led 113 responses with 66 (58.4%), while the Android came in second with 37 (32.7%) and all other mobile phones were the balance (8.9%). This should be valuable information for any ag-aviation vendor who is considering developing an app for a smart phone.

Ag flying is strictly a VFR endeavor. Sometimes the ferry to and from the job or to relocate can put the unsuspecting agpilot into a world of trouble by encountering IMC conditions that require the skills of an IFR pilot with IFR equipment. Of 120 respondents, 59 (49.1%) were IFR certified. The survey question did not ask if the pilot was IFR current. That is the key. Having an IFR ticket only gives you the ability to learn about real IFR flying. It has no relationship with ag-flying.

Even more notable, the IFR rating is not much good if the plane does not have IFR equipment.

The next two survey questions probably could start intense hangar talk conversation, only bested by how to dump a load, or take off with or without flaps and that is, “How do you land loaded?” and “How do you land empty?”. For the loaded question (no pun intended), of 140 respondents 115 (82.1%) claimed to wheel land when loaded. That makes plenty of sense. No doubt landing three-point would be slower and potentially safer if you lost control of the aircraft or needed

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The IFR rating question created a couple more survey questions; “Do you have an attitude indicator in your aircraft?” and “Do you have a VHF radio in your aircraft? The attitude See Editorial page 9

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agair mail colombia Hope everything is going well for you. In the March issue we read the article about the ArchAngel and we consider this is a product for our country. We would like to represent IOMAX in Colombia.

Would you be so kind to recommend us with the Howard’s.

Best regards, Mauricio Pinzon Bogota, Colombia Hola mi amigo!

It is so very good to hear from you again. I hope all is well with you and your familia. Everything is good here; third grandchild is in the “oven” for a July delivery. Can you believe come May it will have been 22 years since I visited you in Bogota? That was my first Latin American trip (excluding Mexico, which is really southern USA, ha!).

I am copying Mr. Lee Moritz. He would be your contact person at IOMAX. If he is interested, I am sure he will contact you. Don’t hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance. —Bill

Wednesday. I was invited to the 50th anniversary of the spraying company, Calima. Unfortunately, I am going out of town on Friday and will not able to attend. -Bill

keeping up AgAir Update is the best means for me to keep up to date with the industry and people the people I’ve come to enjoy over the last 20+ years. So, I don’t want to miss any issues and need to change my address.

Thanks, as always, for your help!

Carolyn Baecker Gold Canyon, AZ Hello Carolyn; No problem. We’ll update your mailing address so that you continue to receive AgAir Update. Everyone is going to miss you, but I am sure you will still keep “appearing” within the industry. Thank you for all the business you and CP Products gave to AgAir Update for the last 20+ years.—Bill

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editorial indicator should be standard equipment for an ag-plane. Not to be dependent upon, but to hopefully save the pilot from spacial disorientation in the clouds or fog. The intent is to stay the heck out of IMC, but as we know, it does not always work out that way. For the attitude indicator to be of any real value, some practice using it would be needed, and with a single seat aircraft, practice under the hood would be an FAR violation without a safety pilot. Now what? From 65 respondents, only 19 (29.2%) have one in their aircraft.

As for a VHF radio in the aircraft, the survey question asked if the pilot communicated with other pilots on 123.45.

From 99 respondents, 59 (59.5%) uses a VHF radio. That is a good practice, even in VFR conditions. Too much talk is distracting, but if everyone monitors the channel a lot of good can come from it. Maybe ag-pilots should come up with their own discrete, universally accepted frequency. That way general aviation pilots would not be chattering and listening in to our conversations. Also, the VHF has another frequency selection, 121.5, the emergency frequency. Getting caught in the fog, pulling up through it and finding yourself stuck on top, calling ATC might be of some help.

The last survey question I viewed, paraphrased, was, “How much do you charge per acre?”. Oddly enough, there were more respondents willing to respond to this question than any of the others, 150. The majority of 35 (23.3%) charged $8.00 USD per acre. There was a range from $6.00 to $10.00 or more that represented 22-26% of the respondents. Less than 1% each charged $3.00 or $4.00. This does not take into account GPA or whether the work is dry or wet applications. These results are just a generality, but does demonstrate where our industry is with pricing.

I find the information from AgAir Update’s eEdition surveys revealing. The more participates, the more accurate the information. Don’t hesitate to express yourself with them. They are single question surveys and AgAir Update does not know who responds.

Until next month, Blue Sky and Tailwinds…

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nice article Just a word of thanks to you from myself and the North Carolina Forest Service for the good job on the article you did on us. Even with all the rain, we have already had some fire activity here in the state. Thanks again, my friend.

Wayne Slaughter Farmville, NC Hello Wayne; It was surely a pleasant surprise when I got out of the airplane at the NC Forestry Service’s offices in Kingston and saw you! I really felt more at home and ease doing the article with you there, which was my pleasure. Thanks for the compliments.—Bill

information needed We would like to know what a plane carries per load with a typical mix of cereal grains, legumes & radishes ?

Also would like the names and phone numbers of potential Ag Air applicators reasonably close to Centerville, IA 52544.

As for what a plane carries in a load is not a question easily answered. The load could be anything from insecticide, to herbicide, to fungicide, to fertilizer or some combination of. All ag-aircraft keep logs of their route of flight and the contents of the load.—Bill

younger Thanks for the 1994 article on Covington Aircraft that you printed in the March AgAir Update. It brought back a lot of memories. We all looked a lot younger back then. We always look forward to recieving your AgAir Update. Keep up the good work.

Paul Abbott Okmulgee, OK Mr. Paul; That sure is a true statement; looking younger then. However, it has been a great 20 years for AgAir Update and me. Thank you for all the support from Covington Aircraft Engines during those years.— Bill

20 years

Thank you in advance for your help.

Bill Hanson Hello Mr. Hanson; We do not have any subscribers with an address in Centerville, IA. Even

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so, we are not permitted to release subscribers’ contact information due to privacy laws. However, you should be able to get a list of aerial applicators in your area from surrounding county extension agents.

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I want to thank you for publishing the article about us (can you believe it) from 20 years ago. Boy, do I feel tired (lol). Is there any way I can get few copies of the April 2014 edition with the article? I would like to give them to George and some family members. The original article is mounted and hanging on the wall in the office. I will hang this one beside it. Again, thanks so much.

Thanks, Cecilia Buster J & C Enterprises Thomas, OK Hello Cecilia; So good to hear from you. Please give my regards and well wishes to Jerry.

As for copies of the April edition, no problem. You were supposed to have been sent some already, but I’ll be sure you get more, along with a color flyer of the article.

I figured you all would get a “kick” out of reading about that visit from 20 years ago! Yes, time sure flies when having fun.

Thanks for your business for all those years!—Bill

thanks On behalf of the MsAAA and myself, I would like to thank you for acknowledging our safety record for 2013. Our Association takes pride in putting safety first, which I know all state associations, as well as the NAAA, do. As you mentioned, Mississippi ag-pilots log a large amount of time in the cockpit each year therefore making safety a challenge. We are fortunate to have an association with many professional ag-pilots, young and old. I think much of this has to do with our yearly safety meetings that we have in the spring of each year. The FAA, along with our Association has conducted these meetings for many years and always have great support from our pilots and operators. Along with our safety meeting, the

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implementation of PAASS program that is presented at our annual convention plays an important role in our being more conscious of safety. This year the MsAAA has teamed up with Delta State University Flight School in Cleveland, Mississippi for our 2014 Safety meeting. We are very excited about the changes we have made this year and invite everyone to attend.

I would also like to say thanks again for AgAir Update and all of your staff for many years support to not only the MsAAA, but also the worldwide industry. You provide an excellent service.

MsAAA President Joey Daniels Inverness, MS Thanks Joey; Your letter is appreciated. AgAir Update’s part in all this is very small. It is the concentrated efforts of ag-pilots worldwide that make this industry as safe as it is under very challenging circumstances.

Mississippi ag-pilots have taken safety to another level.

compliment Thanks so much for the compliment and recognition of all the pilots here in Mississippi. Our states average age of pilots here would respectfully depict us as seasoned. Most important though, I think, is the way everyone shares information. It’s how fellow operators and pilots constantly stay in touch with each other.

This every day information includes weather, our locations, coordination of ferry heights, aircraft performance for the day and even morale. Communication is strong here. So, once again, we appreciate it.

Ike Brunetti Shelby, MS Hello Ike; Thanks so much for the kudos! AgAir Update is only the messenger.

“Seasoned”, hmmm... that sounds better than other options, like senior citizen or some such.—Bill

Hope to see ya Tuesday at the safety meeting. —Bill

graduating ag pilots We had three more graduates at the Ag Aviation School that are looking forward to the six-month subscription to AgAir Update.

Thanks, Bruce Dance Ag Aviation School Hello Bruce, Great. Congratulations to Brad Stauffer, Andrew Reiff and Billy Potterff. —Bill Brad Stauffer of Milford, Nebraska, Andrew Reiff of Independence, Iowa and Billy Potterff of Miller, MO just completed the ag-aviation course at Ag Aviation School in Miller, Missouri. Both ag-pilots have flying job seats working at Plane Cents Aviation, the parent company of Ag Aviation School.

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From motocross to the air

by Bill Lavender How does a former motorcycle World Supercross Champion go from professionally racing both motorcross and supercross motorcycles to being a helicopter ag-pilot and operator? Very carefully. For 16 years, 35-year old Heath Voss made a living motocross racing, one of the most grueling sports featured on ESPN. Having broken a variety of bones during his career, he finally retired three years ago after a serious knee injury.

From that, he took his love for aviation from simply flying his Bonanza to the races to giving tours in an R44 helicopter over Medina Lake, Texas. Today, Heath is flying his Bell 206 Jet Ranger for ag, hog hunting, aerial tours, photography and surveys. He also owns and operates Hangar 13 in Mico Texas, an FAA certified repair station for helicopter maintenance.

Heath’s Hangar 13 is an authorized Robinson Service Center. He has completed maintenance certification courses for the Rolls Royce RR300 engine, Eurocopter AS350 airframe field maintenance, Bell 206 and the Turbomeca first line maintenance course for a series of different helicopters.

Hangar 13 completed several helicopter annuals during the winter of 2012-2013.

Heath decided on the name Hangar 13 from his days in motorcycle racing where the number 13 was considered unlucky.

Heath has no such superstitions. It was his racing “career number”.

Hangar 13 is based east of Lake Medina along Byway FM 1283 on a 90-acre ranch with a 5-bay facility and a private motocross race track. While drumming up business for his helicopter service

Heath Voss owns and operates Hangar 13 in Mico Texas, an FAA certified repair station and Robinson Helicopters Service Center. He flies his Bell 206 Jet Ranger (photo) with a Spectrum Electrostatic Spray System for aerial application work. He also uses the Bell 206 for a variety of jobs, including aerial photography, game survey and heli-tours.

center, Heath visited Rusty Lindeman (Dusty Crophopper pilot) in D’hanis Texas. Because of this visit, Rusty invited Heath to fly one of his R44s for crop spraying. Working closely with Wayne Schmidt, Rusty Flying Service’s Chief Pilot, Heath quickly adapted to ag-flying. Realizing the value of having a mentor, Heath continued to work closely with Charlie Torkelson of San Antonio while developing his ag flying business in a Bell 206, which he still flies today.

Born in Worthington, Minnesota, Heath lived in Southern California during his racing years. When he retired from racing, Heath moved to Texas where his parents, who have always been a big influence in his life, are located.

At one time, Heath raced on the Yamaha and Honda race teams and was the 2004 World Supercross Champion.

Toward the end of his career, he became a privateer racer, one who buys and builds his own bikes, even though the Air Force and MasterCraft Boats were sponsoring him. Regardless, he continued to be a top-10 winner against the factory sponsored riders.

During his racing years, his way of thinking was to make something perfect and to perform at its highest level. This carries over today with his ag-flying and helicopter maintenance.

“You have to strengthen yourself both physically and mentally daily. You always have to be working towards something. You’re either going up or down. There is no staying where you are. Also, you have to plan and stay committed to the plan to have success,” explains Heath about his outlook on life. That attitude helped land his Air Force sponsorship where, over the course of five years, he delivered his message to kids of all ages to make the right choices in life, work hard, stay on track and they can do something great in both the Air Force and in life. Heath

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Hangar 13’s Bell 206 Jet Ranger with an Isolair Dry Slinger bucket and Heath Voss at the controls. Micheal Powell (Isolair) worked closely with Heath to properly set up the Dry Slinger on the Bell 206. Husband and wife team, Michael and Terry Powell, were Heath’s mentors throughout the learning process to adapt the versatile Bell 206 to apply dry materials. They were always available for Heath whenever he needed advice.

has also taken this message to school kids as a free service, Boy Scouts, inner city and underprivileged kids, using both his dirt bike and helicopter. Additionally, he has worked with Sunshine Kids,

Empower Your Future and Make a Wish Foundation. He is a believer in it’s not what you say, it’s what you do.

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serious thing I have done in my life. One wrong decision could be a life changing experience, whether it is an accident or a drift. The job has much responsibility to it,” explains Heath. “There’s no

Heath Voss’s Bell 206 Jet Ranger outfitted with TracMap GPS Heath Voss’s Bell 206 Jet Ranger is outfitted with a TracMap GPS. He is very satisfied with it. It does everything he needs and more. One of the best things about the unit is its 3.2-pound weight. For fixed wing, that may not be so important, but for a helicopter operator it matters. Using suction cups, the unit is mounted to the windscreen in the forward sight view. “In racing there is a saying, ‘you look down, you go down’, so I have my TracMap where I can watch it and where I am going at the same time.” The TracMap GPS is a consolidated, compact unit with no peripherals to worry with.

Heath also likes the ease of entering customer data. He can fully load the TracMap GPS while loading the helicopter. With three button commands, he can download a shape file and be spraying. It is a very simple process; 1.

Menu — 2. Arrow down to USB and ‘select’ — 3. Arrow down to shape file saved in memory stick and ‘select’. All inputs are made on the helicopter’s control stick so both hands are always free to operate it. The unit’s built-in lightbar is used for guidance.

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magic to this. I learned that much from my experience in motocross racing.

“I take my jobs flying and maintenance very seriously. I do both as if I was spraying my own field or working on my 206. I know with contract spraying, like I did last summer in Iowa for four co-ops, there is no room for sloppiness. The co-op will send you home in a second. They are getting paid for quality work and they expect you to do the same.”

It is pretty evident Heath Voss is a driven individual; one who stays focused on the mission at hand and gets it done. To this day, following his stay fit mentally and physically mantra, he has a tightrope set up at Hangar 13 that helps to him keep his balance, along with a gym and climbing peg board.

Heath Voss engineered and built his heli-haulers at Hangar 13. The Bell 206 fits tidily on the inside of the fully enclosed, aluminum trailer with Spectrum Electrostatic booms attached to the walls. When conditions permit, the open aluminum trailer is used.

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Less than four years is a short time to develop a successful business, especially in ag-aviation. Heath Voss has been able to do this, not only with his spraying operation, but his diverse use of the helicopter and a full service maintenance facility for a variety of helicopters.

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by Bill Lavender Last month in Part 1 of AgAir Update’s South African Excursion 2014, I arrived in Johannesburg after a 15-hour non-stop flight from Atlanta to be picked up by Orsmond Aviation employees.

They kindly dropped me off to visit with Johnie Smith Lugbespuiting (Afrikans for crop spraying) for an evening braai (Afrikans for barbecue) and an overnight stay at a lion reserve bed and breakfast. Saturday morning Theunis and I departed Johnie Smith’s and traveled south to Bethlehem in the Eastern Free State where Orsmond Aviation is based. Over the weekend, Ret brought me up to speed about Orsmond Aviation since my last visit 18 years ago.

Ret Orsmond formed Orsmond Aviation in 1973 with a used PA-25 Pawnee, after flying for an uncle based in Johannesburg and flying four years in Mozambique. Ret realized other operators were coming and going to Bethlehem to spray, but none were locally based. He saw an opportunity and set up operations there. In 1976 he bought a new PA-25 Pawnee, the first new ag aircraft for the company, followed in 1977 with a new Ag-Cat from Frank Kelley of American AgViation in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas.

Orsmond Aviation became an Ayres Thrush dealer in 1978.

In 1979, he brought the first new, Ayres Turbo Thrush with a PT6A-34AG engine to South Africa. Ret began buying nearby operators to expand the business that in 1994, at its peak, had 54 ag-aircraft. Today, Orsmond Aviation operates 30 agaircraft, along with several general aviation aircraft (there are less than 100 ag-aircraft in South

Ret Orsmond takes a phone call before departing for the southern coast of South Africa.

Africa). At some point during the last 35 years, Orsmond Aviation has operated just about every certified, factoryproduced ag-aircraft, excluding the Russian AN-2, Weatherly and Eagle aircraft.

Orsmond Aviation is a family business. Ret is the owner with three of his children actively involved in the business. His son, George Orsmond, joined the company in 2000 and is the company’s Managing Director as well as a pilot flying a new 510G Thrush; when he is not busy running the day to day operations of the company. Another son, Michael Orsmond, is Chief

The front of the main maintenance hangar for Orsmond Aviation in Bethlehem South Africa.

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An aerial view of Orsmond Aviation’s washout pad with a 510G and Michael Orsmond in his new 510G in the background waiting his turn.

Unfortunately, it is not Wednesday or Friday, so no open bar at the Mixing Tank today! (L-R) Bill Lavender, Michael Orsmond, Julie Orsmond, Ret Orsmond and George Orsmond.

Pilot. “The cockpit is my office,” says Michael, having flown for Orsmond Aviation since 2000 and has logged over 9,000 aghours. He also works with the farmers’ concerns. Michael flies a new 510G Thrush, as well. Kate Orsmond, Ret’s daughter, works in administration at the Bethlehem office.

The reduction in the number of ag-planes operated by Orsmond Aviation came about as the result of the growth of the turbine engine. Today, all Orsmond Aviation ag-aircraft are turbine powered with the exception of two PA-25 Pawnees used for agpilot training. With 30 ag-aircraft in the fleet, there is an ongoing need for quality ag-pilots. To insure this, Orsmond Aviation has a training program for pilots with a Commercial pilot’s license who can begin by flying the company’s Texas Taildragger Cessna 150 and other aircraft to build their total flight time to 300 hours, the minimum required by the South African Civil Aviation Authority for issuance of an agricultural pilot rating subject to applicant furthermore obtaining pest control operator certificate issued by the Department of Agriculture. The Texas Taildragger, operating with full fuel and two people on board

Michael Orsmond says the 510G is his office and its cockpit is where he spends most of his time when not working directly with the growers.

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The student receives an additional 30 hours of agtraining for a minimum of 330 hours, he is then soloed in the Pawnee. He is required to fly the Pawnee an additional 300 hours without incident before he is moved up to the turbine powered B-model AgCat with its Walter M601 engine, the only Ag-Cat in the Orsmond Aviation fleet.

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For approximately four months in the winter, a portion of the Every Wednesday and Friday, Orsmond Aviation hosts an open bar at fleet relocates to the KwaZulu-Natal province for firefighting (10 its “Mixing Tank� bar. The bar is filled with ag-aviation memorabilia, aircraft) and small grain applications (4 aircraft) of fungicide, including an AgAir Update t-shirt and hat from 15 years ago! herbicide and insecticides in the Southern and Western Cape province. Orsmond Aviation pioneered aerial firefighting in South Africa in 1978 undertaking the first aerial GE Aviation attack on forest fires in the ZwaZulu-Natal Midlands. By 1986, the use of fixed wing aircraft for initial attack aerial firefighting was well GE H80 Series engines are built to last with advanced materials established.

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The company works closely with various African governments.

Working with the Thrush factory and its French dealer, nine 660 Thrush aircraft were sold to Morocco for locust control.

Orsmond Aviation trained their pilots and mechanics. The company has carried out multiple spraying and training contracts with other governments throughout Africa.

One of the more notable series of spraying contracts has been tsetse fly control throughout various countries in Africa.

One of the more notable series of spraying contracts has been tsetse fly control throughout various countries in Africa. The tsetse fly is a vector for sleeping sickness. In all, more than 235,000 square kilometer (58 million acres), have been treated for tsetse fly by Orsmond Aviation all flying being done at night.

Locust contracts have been fulfilled in a number of African countries, as well as control applications for the notorious quelea bird.

Orsmond Aviation has also fulfilled contracts to control locust in North and South Africa. Five aircraft departed from South Africa in March of 2004 and returned thirteen months later in April 2005 after treating for locusts in Morocco, Mauritania, Mali and Gambia.

Overall, Orsmond Aviation is an impressive company owned and operated by family members. The company was built on the determination of Ret Orsmond, who came from a family of attorneys, not ag-aviators; built in a country where even the slightest accomplishment can be challenging. Without a doubt, the legacy of Orsmond Aviation will continue with the second generation at the helm.

With a weekend of rest behind me, Monday morning Theunis and I departed Bethlehem for the drive to Winterton KwaZuluNatal to visit Aerial Farming Services owned and operated

by Steve Bolt. Our drive took us through the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The scenery was spectacular that included sandstone rock formations and several glimpses at wild animals like the zebra and springbok.

Next month, AgAir Update’s Excursion 2014 continues with visits to more ag-operations in South Africa.

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Speed is of the essence when it comes to aerial precision crop spraying operations; not only for helicopters and turbine powered 140 mph planes that zoom over and around the fields dodging buildings and high lines. Just like NASCAR, when it’s time to refuel and reload the spray tanks, some of which hold 500 gallons of chemicals, time is money.

To speed up this process, drive-through hangars with a remote opening hydraulic or bifold door at each end are a perfect combination. With this setup an ag-pilot can taxi directly into the hangar without getting out of the cockpit while his crew does the refill. In a period of less than three minutes, he can be back in the air restocked with chemicals without shutting down the engine. Gone are the days when spray applicators with smaller planes often landed on the nearest road to reload their smaller tanks.

Olivia, Minnesota Air Tractor spray pilot, Rich Sigurdson, noted that for his new 60’ x 80’ wide hangar he chose to place a 20’ x 65’ wide Schweiss Bifold Liftstrap/ Autolatch Doors at each end.

hydraulic powered Schweiss one piece door installed on their new 104’ x 60’ wide horse barn hangar. It has a big 40’ x 16’ door neatly built into the front.

“We needed a big door so we could easily pull our helicopters inside without having to fold and unfold the spray booms each time. We set up our choppers on small trailers for quick access to this new indoor shelter shop. The quality and engineering design on the Schweiss door is really good. The hydraulic power unit works smooth and quite fast. The remote control for opening and closing is convenient. The door is perfect,” explained Reynolds.

Reynolds also added that his door “fits like a glove” and seals well at the bottom and edges, is super easy to insulate and keeps heat inside the building.

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Lane Aviation delivers AT-802 to Saudi Arabia

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(L-R) David Schiller, Aramco Supervisor Support Service, Grant Lane and Fouad A. Alhussain, Aramco Technical Advisor for Aircraft Maintenance. Lane Aviation of Rosenberg, Texas delivered a third AT-802 to Aramco, an oil company with its own in-house aerial oil spill unit. Aramco is based in Houston with operations in Saudi Arabia. Scott Gunter, professional ferry pilot, flew the AT802 to Saudi Arabia departing Houston non-stop to Bermuda. At one point, the aircraft’s ground speed was 228 knots at FL210 for

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First UAS test site operational: FAA issues North Dakota Department of Commerce COA to begin testing WASHINGTON—The first of U.S. six test sites chosen by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to perform unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) research is operational more than 2 months ahead of the Congress-specified deadline for the program. FAA officials granted the North Dakota Department of Commerce team a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) to begin using a Draganflyer X4ES small UAS at its Northern Plains Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site. The team plans to begin flight operations during the week of May 5; the COA is effective for two years.

“North Dakota has really taken the lead in supporting the growing unmanned aircraft industry,” Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx says. “We look forward to the contributions they and the other test sites will make toward our efforts to ensure the safe and efficient integration of UAS into our nation’s skies.”

The main goal of this site’s initial operations is to show that UAS can check soil quality and the status of crops in support of North Dakota State University/Extension Service precision agriculture research studies. Precision agriculture is one of many industries that represent areas for significant economic opportunity and UAS-industry expansion.

“These data will lay the groundwork for reducing risks and ensuring continued safe operations of UAS,” adds FAA Administrator Michael Huerta. “We believe the test site programs will be extremely valuable to integrating unmanned aircraft and fostering America’s leadership in advancing this technology.”

The North Dakota COA covers two separate geographical locations. Initial flights will be conducted over North Dakota State University’s Carrington Research Extension Center located in Carrington, N.D. The second set of missions, scheduled for summer 2014, will fly over Sullys Hill National Game Preserve near Devils Lake, N.D. The FAA selected six congressionally-mandated test sites on 30 December 2013.The FAA is working with the test sites to guide their research programs to help the FAA safely integrate UAS into the national airspace over the next several years.

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Palmer amaranth vs. waterhemp While waterhemp has been an established problem for growers, it’s more aggressive “cousin,” Palmer amaranth, has been making its way into growers’ fields. These two weeds can be easily confused. Here are a few tips for identifying Palmer amaranth: • Look for long cotyledons – the first two leaves. Palmer amaranth has the longest cotyledons compared to any other pigweed or waterhemp species.

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NAAA’s ‘no stone unturned’ approach to protecting ag pilots from the threat of UAVs America is regarded as the Land of Opportunity for good reason.

Americans’ endless fascination with “the next big thing”—across the spectrum— is undoubtedly fueled in no small part by that collective ethos. When the FAA ushers in a new era in the near future by allowing UAVs to legally share the national airspace with manned aircraft, it truly will be a big thing. The effects will be profound and far-reaching, but in no sector more so than agriculture.

Precision agriculture stands at the top of nearly everyone’s list of the most advantageous uses of civilian UAVs. The fervor among farmers champing at the bit to purchase their own UAV to use for crop monitoring and other purposes has been well documented. What gets lost amid all the rosy projections for UAVs’ commercial uses is the safety concerns of pilots, an in particular the concerns of aerial applicators and other pilots operating in low-level airspace.

The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (also known as the FAA Reauthorization Act) requires the FAA to provide for the safe integration of civil unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system no later than September 2015, and a final rule regarding small UAVs (those 55 lbs. or less) is slated for a November 2014 release. With those deadlines fast approaching, NAAA has taken a “no stone unturned” approach to pushing for the safe integration of UAVs into lowlevel airspace where manned ag aircraft operate. The following overview details

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NAAA’s efforts to ensure the safety of agricultural aviators remains paramount during the FAA’s deliberations and describes ways AgAir Update readers can help in this cause.

NAAA’s Position and Overall Actions Regarding UAVs: The ability of ag pilots to see and avoid other aircraft and hazardous obstructions is paramount to ensuring the safety of low-level aircraft pilots. As such, NAAA has met several times with both the FAA Obstruction Evaluation Group (OEG) as well as the UAS Integration Office. The association has submitted correspondence to the OEG documenting low-level concerns as well as comments to the FAA regarding UAS test sites and privacy concerns. Additionally, NAAA was contacted by the NextGen Institute and has participated in interviews regarding UAS and its impacts on agricultural aviation. NAAA has petitioned FAA Administrator Huerta urging the implementation of low-level marking, lighting and database development solutions for locating ground affixed and UAS obstacles. In addition, NAAA requested that the FAA require ADS-B position broadcast technology and strobe lighting for UAVs, making them easily visible to pilots of manned aircraft. NAAA has also been in contact with a number of congressional offices about its UAS concerns as well as the trade association for the UAS industry, the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International, and the Aerospace Industries Association.

Open Lines of Communication with the FAA: In late March, NAAA representatives, including former NAAA President Scott Schertz, met with the manager of the FAA’s UAS Integration Office, Jim Williams, to discuss the serious safety concerns NAAA members have regarding the safe integration of unmanned aircraft into the National Airspace System. NAAA representatives emphasized that it’s critical that UAVs be, at a minimum, equipped with strobe lights and ADS-B out technology to allow ag aviators to clearly see these low-level obstacles. Williams indicated he agreed that UAVs present a hazard to low-level aviators, but believed he could not make an argument for ADS-B equipage of all UAVs without data of near misses and accidents caused by them and model aircraft. That’s the standard the Office of Management and Budget would require in order to mandate ADS-B Out equipage of UAVs and ADS-B In equipage of ag aircraft, Williams said.

Williams also said that in the case of small UAVs operated within line of sight, the FAA intends to place the burden of see-and-avoid on the UAV operators given the small size and maneuverability of the aircraft (in compliance with the general principles outlined in Part 91.113). In the case of larger UAVs and those operated beyond-line-of-sight, Williams said the FAA intends to require all the same airworthiness standards that exist for manned aircraft, including flashing exterior strobe lights. Williams also said that the FAA would not allow beyond-line-of-sight flight until a viable,

successful sense-and-avoid system has been developed and approved by the agency.

Friending the FAA in its Fight to Sanction UAV Scofflaws: On April 4 NAAA filed an amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief in the case of Huerta v. Pirker, the recent matter in which an NTSB administrative law judge ruled that the FAA does not have the authority to regulate UAVs. NAAA submitted this brief because the case serves of substantial interest to NAAA’s members given the safety hazards UAVs pose within the low-level airspace.

The legal case concerns Raphael Pirker, a Swiss UAV operator who was fined $10,000 for flying his remote controlled aircraft in reckless manner while filming a promotional video for the University of Virginia’s medical school. The FAA says Pirker’s flights ran afoul of FAA rules prohibiting the commercial use of UAVs. NTSB administrative law judge Patrick Geraghty ruled that the agency does not have the authority to impose a blanket ban on UAVs nationwide and overturned Pirker’s fine. The FAA appeal stays the judge’s ruling until the full National Transportation Safety Board issues a ruling in the case.

NAAA’s brief supports the FAA’s federal mandate to regulate aviation safety, and states that the judge erred in his issuance of a summary judgment on the case.

NAAA argues that even if the aircraft was a “model aircraft,” as the judge suggests, that does not exempt the aircraft from regulation. Moreover, NAAA argued, Pirker’s aircraft was clearly operating within navigable airspace (defined as 500 feet AGL and above over populated areas), presenting a safety hazard, thereby giving the FAA the authority to issue the fine.

Outreach to Ag Colleagues: NAAA is also making its agricultural colleagues aware of the dilemma aerial applicators are up against if sufficient safeguards to protect ag pilots and other low-level aviators aren’t put in place once UAVs are allowed for use in agriculture. Last month former NAAA presidents Scott Schertz and Rod Thomas, along with NAAA’s Moore, delivered a presentation on unmanned aircraft and ag aviation at

a CropLife America (CLA) conference.

Industry stakeholders at the meeting included chemical companies, CLA board members, ag retailers and other ag associations, as well as representatives from various government agencies. The audience was briefed on NAAA’s safety concerns and recommendations for the safe integration of UAVs and informed that the FAA has stated the onus will be on UAV operators to avoid collisions with manned aircraft when they share the same airspace. That puts UAV operations at great risk presently, given the current regulatory uncertainty. The last thing a UAV operator (i.e., farmer) would seem to want is the liability that would follow him should there be an incident with a manned ag aircraft, the NAAA speakers cautioned. Beyond the potential for loss of life, most farmers’ insurance policy caps wouldn’t cover such an incident, the NAAA reps noted.

Grassroots Efforts: Some NAAA members are making a conscious effort to point out these concerns to their customers and ag media outlets. Former NAAA president Brian Rau, who currently chairs NAAA’s Government Relations Committee, recently responded to a Farm Journal writer who wrote a “DroneBuying Checklist” to point out that safety and liability issues were conspicuously missing from his checklist. As Rau wrote: “Almost all farm/grower liability policies exclude any aircraft or aircraft operation coverage. … In the case of a collision with another aircraft (or a ground based object or person) the operation of the UAV would probably be found to be illegal and the operator liable for any damages, injuries or deaths and no insurance coverage would be in place.” NAAA commends Rau bringing the perspective of aerial applicators on the issue of UAVs to the attention of Farm Journal. Such foresight should bear fruit down the road as agricultural publications continue to cover the emerging agricultural UAV market.

Share Your Near-Miss Stories With NAAA: As mentioned above, the FAA has informed NAAA that safety data indicating near misses with UAVs will be needed to support a UAV ADS-B and strobe mandate. As such, NAAA urges any ag pilot who experiences a near-miss

encounter with a UAV to report such incidences to their local Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) and to NAAA to assist in our efforts to promote the safe integration of UAVs. With your help we can show the FAA that more needs to be done to ensure safe integration.

In addition, NAAA urges all members to report illegal UAV operations to their local FSDOs and to NAAA. Unless operating under a COA, commercial UAV flights are still prohibited by the FAA until more safety data can be collected. Call (202) 546-5722 or email information@ agaviation.org to share your UAV close encounters with NAAA. NAAA will continue to fight to ensure ag aviation’s voice is heard regarding the safety hazard these low-flying vehicles present, and will continue to work with the FAA along the way to ensure a safe coexistence between ag aviation and UAVs both large and small

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Ag aviation loses three of its own in April Jonathan "Big Jon" Lee Herr Jonathan "Big Jon" Lee Herr, 60 years young, of Woodland, entered the gates of Heaven on April 6. He was born in Redondo Beach on June 21, 1953 to Anna Mae and the late Charles Herr.

He was a graduate of Woodland High school in 1971. On Oct, 15, 1976 Jon married his beautiful bride, Mary Elizabeth McClenahan. Jon began his flourishing business in 1981.

"Big Jon" was a man of integrity who worked diligently throughout his life for family, friends, church, and his business.

Jon took care and thought in making sure others around him were treated with fairness and respect. He received great joy in helping those in need. No matter the task, "Big Jon" made sure what was set before him was completed to the highest standards. Jon gave contributions and support to many, some of who include Woodland Little League, Small Business Association, NRA, Wounded Warrior Project, Northeast Agricultural Association, The Gideons International, and the Green House Center of Sacramento.

Jon’s legacy of Professional Fibreglass Repair will be continued on with the same high standards, excellent quality, and ethical business practices through his son Timothy Herr. Timothy and Jon’s foreman, Randy Kaylor, have combined experience and expertise of more than fifty years. They are saddened by the loss of “Big Jon” and will carry on his life’s work with passion, integrity, and pride.

Bill grew up in Southern California and earned an AA degree from Compton Jr College. During WWII, he became a 1st Lt. in the Army Air Corp and flew P-47 fighters. He served in Germany during its occupation. In 1950, he married his wartime sweetheart, Mary Ellen Hancock of Lincoln Park, MI. They moved to Buttonwillow, CA, where he co-owned Buttonwillow Dusters. Upon leaving the crop dusting business, Bill went into aircraft sales and racing. In 1966, he set a world speed record in the Commander 200 and earned the Louis Bleriot Award for this feat. Bill sold Aero Commander planes and Ayres Turbo Thrushes out of Albany, GA and OKC for many years.

In 1985, he flew the Turbo Thrush to set three world time to climb records which stand today. After his retirement in 1991, Bill enjoyed travel, yard and home projects, and attending OU football games. Bill learned to scuba dive and amassed 100+ open water dives.

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“Today marks an important milestone for the farm workers who plant, tend, and harvest the food that we put on our tables each day,” said Gina McCarthy, EPA Administrator. “EPA’s revised Worker Protection Standard will afford farm workers similar health protections to those already enjoyed by workers in other jobs. Protecting our nation’s farm workers from pesticide exposure is at the core of EPA’s work to ensure environmental justice.”

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K&P Flying Service Fly-in takes Operation S.A.F.E. straight to farmers

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Yet there remains a need to keep the customer informed and educated to create positive and thorough communication, not only to cultivate a great working relationship, but also to lay the foundation for trust and confidence in the event of an issue, such as a drift claim.

K&P Flying Service, Inc. in Watson, Arkansas found a way to incorporate open communication and education into a Professional Application Analysis Clinic, or Operation S.A.F.E. fly-in. Operation S.A.F.E. fly-ins help air applicators set up their aircraft to make safe and accurate applications.

The recent event kicked off with analysts calibrating airplanes from K&P and Grand Prairie Dusters, Inc., followed by lunch for attendees. Standard procedure for a fly-in.

From there, however, Brenda Watts, owner and operator of K&P, took the event in a different direction. Inspired by questions from her farmers about calibration of the company’s 602 Air Tractor, she invited her customers to the fly-in, hosting 15 area farmers – K&P customers, crop consultants and guests – who participated in a workshop about spray calibration, tank agitation, uniform mixing and chemical application. The workshop was followed by analysis and calibration of the farmers’ ground fertilizer and spray equipment.

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Garr applauded Watts for adding ground application to her event, pointing out that it is good to see Operation S.A.F.E. analysts talk to farmers about both ground and aerial spraying equipment.

“The perception is that an airplane application will drift more, but that’s not the case if it’s set up correctly,” Garr explained.

“Getting the setup right is what we do at Operation S.A.F.E. fly-ins. It’s up to us as S.A.F.E. analysts to be resourceful. And doing something like what Brenda did here, bringing farmers

in to educate them, is very valuable. You don’t want the lack of knowledge to keep people from utilizing a more effective application system.”

Local farmer and K&P customer Jason Smith is an example of a farmer who has been educated to choose the right equipment for the best application: “We’re not always able to use ground rigs,” Smith said. “The topsoil is different here, it stays wet longer and we get more rain, so it’s extremely important to have airplanes.

“You utilize aerial application mainly because of rice and in certain situations being able to use both ground and air applications make a difference in getting applications made on time,” he continued. “It can cost you 15-50 percent, depending on the circumstances. With rice, there’s not a situation where you can say we’ll wait until it dries up. The next time you could make an application, the weeds are too large.”

Echoing Smith, Gardisser said that aerial applicators can treat a huge number of acres expeditiously, efficiently and conscientiously.

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Watts illustrated some of that technology that she utilizes on K&P’s Air Tractor: “We’ve added right boom cut-off to our spray system to address prop wash and the off-target drift it can create, which can be especially critical when working near susceptible crops,” she explained. “The right boom shutoff allows the aircraft to have a more controlled spray pattern: 100 percent dosage at the edge of the field with no tapering. It allows the pilot to create a precise buffer with minimum untreated acres. Without the technology

utilized properly, you’d have a gradient effect. Participating in Operation S.A.F.E. clinics like this gives you the tools to make adjustments.”

Added Garr, “The buck stops at the S.A.F.E. Clinic, because you’re testing your equipment in as close to a real-world environment as possible.”

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The coming of “the day of the Lord” Sometime in the future an extremely intelligent, charismatic, and charming man will arrive on the earthly scene. His attractiveness, smooth voice, and great speaking ability will mesmerize most people.

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Antichrist will solve the problems between the Arabs and the Jews by getting the Arabs to agree to allow the Jews to build their temple on the temple mount north of the Doom of the Rock Masque. There will be a wall built between the Jew’s temple and the Arab’s Masque (Ezekiel 40-42, Revelation 11:12). Antichrist will make a seven year agreement with the nation of Israel that guarantees Israel’s safety from any attack from the Arab nations (Daniel 9:24-27). From a human point of view, the antichrist will look like a gift from God; at first, the antichrist’s rule of this earth will look very good. But in reality, this is the beginning of The Day Of The Lord. God’s wrath is about to be turned loose on this earth; over half of the earth’s population is going to die!

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and actions. The Day Of The Lord is mentioned 19 times in the Old Testament and 4 times in the New Testament, and is alluded to in Revelation 6:17 and 16:14. The Bible calls The Day Of The Lord, the “day of vengeance” in Isaiah 34:8, 61:2, 63:4.

Over 100 million people have been killed in wars on this earth in the last 100 years. When compared to what will happen during what the Bible calls “The Day Of The Lord” that 100 million will seem small. The Bible tells us in Revelation 6:7-8 that 25 percent of the earth’s population will be killed. Then the Bible says in Revelation 9:15-18 that 33 percent of the remaining population will die. Considering that the world’s population is now over 7 billion, if the Day Of The Lord were to happen today over 3.5 billion people would die. And there are other places in

the book of Revelation where people will be killed that are not included in the 3.5 billion. This is over 35 times more people killed in 7 years than were killed in the last 100 years of earth’s history. Jesus said, “There will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be. And unless those days were shortened, no flesh would be saved; but for the elect’s sake those days will be shortened.” (Matthew 24:21-22).

In Revelation 19:11-21, during the coming of Jesus Christ to this earth, we read that hundreds of millions of ungodly enemies of Christ will be slaughtered by the Word of Jesus Christ. The blood from the dead will flow 4-5 feet deep for 200 miles, and vultures will feast on the human bodies (Revelation 14:14-20, 19:17-18). It will take seven months to bury all the dead, and the fuel from the destroyed weapons will supply fuel for towns in Israel for seven years (Ezekiel 39:9-12). Some Old Testament Scriptures make it sound like this is going to happen at any moment. “Wail, for the day of the Lord is near” (Isaiah 13:6).

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practice. We've seen many, many students who were a "natural" when it came to flying the airplane, but they may have been somewhat lacking in the other attributes I just mentioned.

In one of my previous articles I have mentioned this, but students who concern me the most are those who can fly the wings off an airplane, and think they are "bullet proof."

This particular pilot, who is the focus of this little dissertation, definitely does not fall into the "bullet proof" category. He has a mature attitude about ag flying, and is more concerned about doing a good job for the farmer and being able to use the airplane the next day.

He came across to me as earnestly striving to be the best ag pilot he can be.

The prospective employer who called me said he was looking for a pilot who is "passionate" about ag flying.

That is the first time I have ever heard it expressed like that, and I am going to use that expression in the future when I think it applies to a student, either as a basic ag student or turbine student. Bottom line: my former turbine student who is hoping to capture this turbine seat is truly passionate about ag flying, and I told the prospective employer I'd give him a shot, which I think he is going to do just that. I sure hope so.

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by Jessica Freeman The Colorado legislation HB14-1216 went to the Senate Agricultural, Natural Resources, and Energy Committee today. The Bill was passed unanimously by the committee after testimony

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Ramifications of buffer zones for aerial applicators and growers

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The report will demonstrate through field acreage calculations that buffer zone implementation has the potential to eliminate aerial application as well as financially ruin the family farm.

1. EPA’s fumigant definition of buffer zones 2. What is the buffer zone setback for aerial application?

Answer: There is no definitive distance with various researchers suggesting a minimum 100 feet to 3 miles depending on the pesticide.

3. What is the average farm size in the United States? Source: http://stuffaboutstates.com/agriculture/farm_by_ average_size.htm 4. Average acres at the State level: See reproduced chart on the next page: Note: To obtain a quick idea of the dramatic effect of buffer zones on aerial applicators, an Indiana farm will be used as an illustration using a 100-foot buffer followed by a 200-foot buffer.

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• Extend outward from the edge of the application block perimeter equally in all directions.

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States by average farm acreage - 2004 Rank State Number

Total acres

Farmland Avg. acres

1.

WY

9,200

34,435,600

55%

3,743

2.

AZ

10,200

26,397,600

36%

2,588

3.

NM

17,500

44,695,000

58%

2,554

4.

MT

28,000

60,088,000

65%

2,146

5.

NV

3,000

6,300,000

9%

2,100

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6.

AK

620

900,240

0%

1,452

7.

SD

31,600

43,797,600

90%

1,386

8.

ND

30,300

39,390,000

89%

1,300

9.

CO

30,900

30,900,000

46%

1,000

10.

NE

48,300

45,885,000

93%

950

11.

UT

15,300

11,597,400

22%

758

12.

KS

64,500

47,214,000

90%

732

13.

TX

229,000

130,072,000

78%

568

14.

ID

25,000

11,800,000

22%

472

15.

WA

35,000

15,190,000

36%

434

16.

OR

40,000

17,200,000

28%

430

17.

OK

83,500

33,734,000

77%

404

18.

IL

73,000

27,521,000

77%

377

19.

IA

89,700

31,664,100

89%

353

20.

CA

77,000

26,719,000

27%

347

21.

MN

79,800

27,610,800

54%

346

22.

AR

47,500

14,392,500

43%

303

23.

LA

27,200

7,860,800

28%

289

24.

MO

106,000

30,104,000

68%

284

25.

MS

42,200

11,056,400

37%

262

26.

IN

59,300

15,002,900

65%

253

27.

HI

5,500

1,298,000

32%

236

28.

FL

43,000

10,105,000

30%

235

29.

DE

2,300

529,000

42%

230

30.

GA

49,000

10,682,000

29%

218

31.

NY

36,000

7,596,000

25%

211

32.

WI

76,500

15,529,500

45%

203

33.

SC

24,400

4,855,600

25%

199

-Standard or Custom Sizes

34.

AL

44,000

8,712,000

27%

198

-Visually Inspectable

35.

VT

6,400

1,248,000

21%

195

36.

MI

53,200

10,108,000

28%

190

-Easy on / Easy off

37.

ME

7,200

1,368,000

7%

190

38.

OH

77,300

14,609,700

56%

189

39.

VA

47,500

8,597,500

34%

181

40.

NC

52,000

8,996,000

29%

173

41.

WV

20,800

3,598,400

23%

173

42.

MD

12,100

2,044,900

33%

169

43.

KY

85,000

13,770,000

54%

162

44.

TN

85,000

11,560,000

44%

136

45.

PA

58,200

7,682,400

27%

132

46.

NH

3,400

448,800

8%

132

47.

CT

4,200

361,200

12%

86

48.

MA

6,100

518,500

10%

85

49.

NJ

9,900

821,700

17%

83

50.

RI

850

60,350

9%

71

51.

D.C.

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0

0%

0

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5. Effect of buffer zones on the average Indiana Farm:

and one 13-acre field. Applying the same calculations from the above chart this farm acreage now becomes as follows:

Indiana 100farm foot buffer total aces

farm minus buffer zone

% buffer

200foot buffer total acres

farm minus buffer zone

% buffer

253

232

9%

58

195

23

30

Interpretation, assuming a grower planted all corn: With a 100-foot buffer—9% of his crop could not be sprayed by air.

With a 200-foot buffer—23% could not not sprayed by air.

With input costs of $650 /acre for corn the grower is putting at risk $19,500 for a 100-foot buffer and for a 200-foot buffer $37,700 investment by not applying pesticides on the designated buffer.

However, the situation gets even worse. Nothing was included for the 200-foot waterways, or irrigation ditches setback.

Consequently, the actual acres the grower could have sprayed by air would be considerably less.

6. Extrapolating further at the farm level: In Indiana average field size is 70-acres. Therefore, for illustration, the average field size of this 253-acre farm consists of three 70-acre fields

Indiana 253 acre farm

100foot buffer total acers

farm minus buffer zone

% 200buffer foot buffer total acres

farm minus buffer zone

% buffer

70

15

55

21%

28

42

40%

70

15

55

21%

28

42

40%

70

15 55

21%

28

42

40%

43

12

21

27%

22

11

51%

totals

57

199

ave 23%

106

150

ave 43 %

Implications: An Indiana farmer with an average size farm of 253-acres with the average size field of three 70-acre fields and one 43-acre field will have 57-acres of buffer zone or 23% of farm, assuming a 100-foot buffer, and 106 acres of buffer zones using the 200-foot buffer (43% of farm). If the grower hires an aerial applicator to spray his farm 57-acres will not be sprayed using a 100-foot buffer while 106 acres will not be sprayed with

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7. Analysis of an actual farm in Indiana: Total Acres: 257-acres in 7 fields. I will illustrate what is happening with two fields.

Farm 1 consists 3 fields 67, 13 and 5 acres 100-foot buffer zone-spray area reduced to No buffer zone spray for 85-acres sprayed 52-acres

200-foot buffer zone- spray area reduced to 28-acres

100-foot buffer zone spray area reduced to 53-acres

200- foot buffer zone spray area reduced to 35-acres

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Field acres 67 13 5 72 18 22 60 257

100’ buffer total acres 15 6 0 16 8 9 14 68

field acres minus buffer zone 52 7 0 56 10 13 23 161

% buffer zone 22% 46% 100% 22% 44% 40% 23% ave 42%

Summary: For this particular farm of 253 acres using a 100-foot buffer, 42% of the farmland is in a buffer zone and, with a 200foot buffer, 85% of the farmland is in a buffer zone. Apply this as an average to an operation’s yearly aerial applications using a 100-foot buffer it would reduce yearly application sales by 42% and 85% for 200-foot buffers.

To reiterate: No waterways or irrigation ditches setback of at least 200 feet were included in these example fields, and if applied, would make the outcome significantly worse.

200’ Buffer total acres 28 11 0 29 13 14 26 121

field acres minus buffer zone 39 2 0 43 5 8 34 131

% Buffer zone 42% 84% 100% 60% 72% 63% 43% ave 85%

Summary Comments Aerial Applicators: 1. As a Midwest operator, the loss of 42% (100-foot buffer) to 85% (200-foot buffer) in billable acres would devastate our aerial application business overnight.

2. Farmers may forgo aircraft opting for ground applications to possibly reduce their losses to buffer zones.

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1. Buffer zones will by financial necessity revert from crops to some type of grass, to prevent the buffer zone area from developing into a nursery for weeds, insects, and disease since pesticide use in buffer zones will be very limited.

2. Family farms will also cease to exist for financial reasons due to loss of production within the buffer zones. As in the very real example above with a 100-foot buffer zone 42% (85% for 200 feet) of current crop production acres will be in controlled buffer zones which essentially will be taken out of production. Family farms cannot survive a financial loss of that magnitude.

3. Landowners will lose the rental income from non-income producing buffer zone acres possibly forcing farm sales or foreclosure.

In closing: The EPA buffer zone concept of controlling drift is a radical proposal that will fundamentally change American agriculture resulting in financial ruin to everyone involved in agriculture. The intent of this current proposal is within the scope the EPA's new agenda as initially presented by Mr. Jeff Dawson on February 14, 2014 to the NAAA (Spring Board Meeting/conference call) that their new goal is “economic social justice” not necessarily reducing off target spray drift. For

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local water districts to prevent water being sent to other districts. Some investors have purchased land in the Central Valley in order to have the water allocations for the property. To some, selling water is more lucrative than farming.

California’s unemployment rate is dismal. The economy is on the rocks and yet the industry that brings so many dollars and jobs into the state is the one

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Yet, the American people cry out because of higher food prices. They want the same quantity and quality as they have become used to. So, our farmers do what they can to grow more per acre. They use pesticides and synthetic fertilizers in order to gain maximum yields out of a minimum number of irrigated acres.

People in the city raise their voices again because of the use of chemicals in the production of their food. They

2014 will see hundreds of thousands of acres going fallow. Land that once produced lettuce, broccoli, cotton and wheat will go dry and untilled. The water available is being shanghaied by legislators to funnel into the cities full of harnessed voters who will no doubt need to water their lawns and wash their cars.

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self-righteously tap away at their smart phones while driving through the car wash, venting on social media at the cost of their recent trip to the supermarket and the evil that has been done to them by production agriculture. All the while hoping the ice cream doesn’t melt and wondering if the timer on the sprinkler system is set to go on after or before the pool pump; because that’s what city people do to conserve water. I wonder if they know organic produce requires water, too.

Ironically, it’s raining as I write this. The rain is certainly welcome and looked upon as an answer to the sign that stands beside Highway 99, “Pray for RAIN!”.

Although, the amount of precipitation California has received is just a drop in the bucket compared to what is needed, every little bit helps.

A few sensible legislators in Washington D.C. proposed a temporary halt to the Endangered Species Protection Act that is in place to preserve the Delta

Smelt; an elusive little fish that is at the core of the environmentalists’ agenda to destroy California agriculture. The Senators in charge answered by flushing 95,000-acre feet of water into the Pacific ocean. Madness.

The farmers look for answers. The federal government has told them they will get zero water from federal resources. The feds, however, have offered subsidies. Token payments, “sorry money”, in an attempt to smooth out things. The farmers reply, “Keep your money, give us our water!” It’s odd how a bankrupt government, living off of borrowed money can be so ready to throw cash at a problem.

When just simply doing the right thing at the right time would be easier and cheaper.

The cost of building new reservoirs would have been a bargain in comparison to the damage being done by the drought. Stopping pet projects, schmoozing special interests and reigning in the EPA would save billions of dollars and an untold amount of resources and jobs. I’m not an expert on weird little fish or funny little frogs, but history has proven nature has an innate ability to adapt to environmental changes.

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On February 19, 2014, about 1700 central standard time, the pilot of an Air Tractor AT-602, made a forced landing in a field and collided with trees after the engine lost power at Church Point, Louisiana. The pilot, the sole occupant on board, was not injured. The airplane was substantially damaged. The airplane was under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 as an aerial application flight. Visual

meteorological conditions (VMC) prevailed at the time of the accident, and no flight plan had been filed. The local flight originated from Rayne approximately 1630.

The pilot was spreading dry fertilizer on a wheat field. In his statement to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector, the pilot stated the engine started surging then lost power when he was about 70 feet off the ground.

The pilot pulled up to about 250 feet, then descended and landed in a field using full flaps. The airplane slid into the trees. The pilot said the propeller

did not auto-feather and appeared to be locked up.

The inspector examined the airplane and reported smelling no odor of fuel, observing no fuel leaks, fuel on the ground, or fuel in the fuel tanks. This was confirmed by the recovery crew.

Upon application of electrical power, the fuel gauge read "0" and the "Low Fuel" annunciator light illuminated.

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NTSB Identification: *WPR14LA130* Date: February 28, 2014 Location: Fresno, CA Aircraft: GRUMMAN G164 - A Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

On February 28, 2014 a Grumman G-164A Ag-Cat was substantially damaged during landing at a private agricultural airstrip in Fresno, California. The pilot was not injured.

The aerial application flight was conducted under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no FAA flight plan was filed for the flight.

The airstrip was equipped with a 1,200-foot-long paved runway, but it was not assigned a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identifier. The terrain to the east side of the northsouth runway was about 5-feet lower than the runway, and the two were separated by an embankment According to the pilot, the flight was the third one of the day, and he was

applying fertilizer. On touchdown to the north, the pilot heard a "huge bang," and the airplane began to roll right wing down. He tried to correct with aileron but was only partially successful. The airplane decelerated, veered to the right after the right wing contacted the ground, and departed the paved surface. As it began descending the embankment, the propeller struck the ground, and the airplane nosed over.

The airplane came to rest inverted, partially down the embankment and mostly off the runway. There was no fire or fertilizer spill.

FAA information indicated that the airplane was manufactured in 1972, and was equipped with a Pratt & Whitney R-985 series engine. The airplane had a total time in service of approximately 16,800 hours.

Photographs provided by the operator and an FAA inspector revealed that the right main landing gear leg had fractured near the upper bend, just below the fuselage. Preliminary examination of the fracture surfaces

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The pilot held a commercial pilot certificate with an airplane single engine land rating. He reported that he had a total flight experience of approximately 2,437 hours, including about 1,943 hours in the accident airplane make and model.

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by Alan McCracken I recently had the pleasure of meeting and working with Roberto Boggon of Agroasa, who manages a fleet of two Piper Braves and a Pawnee, operating in the region of Bahia Blanca, Argentina where wheat and pasture are the main crops. The aircraft are all equipped with a conventional spraying system using hydraulic, hollow cone nozzles.

My visit to Agroasa was completed with a conference and debate for farmers and agronomists on how to obtain the best results for the application of fungicides on wheat, followed by a superb “asado” (barbeque).

I would also like to express my thanks to Roberto and his family for their super hospitality and also Ing. Agr. Hugo G. Ochoa, Cordinador Tecnico from Syngenta, for supporting this event to ensure the correct application of Syngenta fungicides.

The tests confirmed that conventional, hollow cone nozzles provide an excellent droplet spectrum and are also suitable for applications of fungicides using low spray volumes of four liters per hectare (0.4 gal/ac).

Alan McCracken visits Agroasa in Argentina to conduct tests to obtain best results for low volume applications using conventional spray equipment on above Piper Pawnee Brave.

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Pawnee B—D4-25/6lts/45° Test results with hollow cone nozzles size: D4-25 inclined back and down at 45 degrees.

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Test results of droplet distribution from a standard hollow cone nozzle D3-25 inclined back at 150 degrees with 40 lbs/ in² pressure applying 4.5 liters/hectare (.45 gal/ac) installed on a Piper Pawnee.

Observations: A significant volume of droplets collected [17%] was in very large droplets since very little breakup of the spray due to nozzles being angled backwards. Ideal for the application of herbicides, also with a very low percentage volume under 150 microns.

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ag-cat G164 A model AgCat. P&W 450 HP, Satloc, CP nozzles. For information call Tim Midwest Flying Service 402-*843-2173 or 402-843-6174 (05-14) 1973 G164A, 6401 TT, 115 SMOH on 985 Yonkin engine, hydro prop. 64 gal fuel, 20 inch wing extension, Hershey FS wing tips, Hershey FS elevator servo, Hershey FS Aileron Servo, Hersheys FS standard fan, chip detector, smoker, Sky Tractor oil Filter, Sealed cockpit, Crophawk 7B, Satloc Litestar II, 2879 since complete refurbish. Always hangared, $120,000 call 662-247-0056 (05-14)

J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the remnants of one A-model Cat with 4 decent wing cores and a center section. Can send pictures. Call Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or emial jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

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2 hole Ag Cats pristine condition, R985, 2D30, Radios and Intercom. In Colorado Call 970-520-1941 (05-14) 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.

337-526-4850 (05-14) 1975 G-164 600, 10,555TT, 400 SIRAN

by Covington, 400 on new prop. Fresh Annual, $55,000. For more information call Donnie 318-282-7541 (05-14) Turbine Ag-Cat B model, 350 Gal, 80 fuel, Satloc, Spreader, A/C, PT6-20. Email flylow301@yahoo.com or call 318-7246880 or 318-237-7088 (05-14)

1978 G 164-B Garrett-6 aftt 12,330 engine snew 6725, 2100 SHOT, 335 hopper 25 inch transland gate,all new tail feathers, Ac, smoker,cp nozzles, Satloc m3, bottom load fuel, fuel controller,spreader. Email flylow301@yahoo.com or call 318-7246880 or 318-237-7088 (05-14) A+600 335/80f DAF Spray Fly Ts, 7374 TTA, 575 SMOHE, 145 SOHP $100K; A+600 300g/80f DAF TL Spray FT 8742 TTA, 185 SMOHE, 1040 SOHP fob France Average: $100K; B 4 5 0 3 0 0 g /6 4 f D A F C o m b T S T 14218T TA , 321 SM OHE, 560SOHP D-N GPS/ Ready: $105K; All engines Cov., French fleet princes include Exp. CofAW,packaged buyer’s container, freight collect your hanger. AmAg 870886-2418(89f) agcat@bscn.com **AgCat Sales/Service/Parts since 1971** 1975 –N8788H - AgCat 450A, Zero Covington Eng, hydromatic, 80 fuel, extended wing, Smoker, 2650 TT. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp 573-359-0500 tfn

1984 AgCat Super B N3628D; 10844 TT; 11138 SNEW; 382 SHSI; VFR; 2012 Paint; 1 Seat; Great Super B AgCat. 10,844 TT, 382 SHOT by Pro-Turbines, 211 SIRAN power section, New Paint... $295,000. For more information call Darryl or Bill 870-572-9011 (05-14)

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1976 G164B; 420 Gal. Maxicat conversion; 11528 TT; ENgine TTSN 9622 always overhauled NEVER exchanged same log book. Great turbine candidate, engine and prop worth $50,000 plus. 1118 SMOH Tulsa; Albartoss blades, Satloc M3 Intellaflo, 3 booms, superboom with ceramic disk and core, AFS rotary, ULV; wire cutters, bottom load fuel, Oregon Aero soft seat, tall straight tail and much more. Never wrecked, Owner flown since new, owner retiring. Price reduced. Call 509-429-2217 or email BillLockwood2@ hotmail.com (05-14) D-Model less eng., 1930 TTA: $235K. Your PT6, we do the rest, NEW prop, or add $90TST/Hiwings/120f/DAF/New paint);B600 300g/114F DAF Spray T.S.T 9959 TTA, 264 SMOHE, 192SHOP fob France Mint: $140K:B600 DAF Spray std. T5963TTA, 711 SMOHE, 950 SOHP Fob France good $100K; A+600 335/80f DAF TL Spray FT 6806 TTA, 867 SMOHE 626 SOHP Fob France good: $100K; All engines Cov., French fleet princes include Exp. CofAW,packaged buyer’s container, freight collect your hanger. AmAg 870886-2418(89f) agcat@bscn.com **AgCat Sales/Service/Parts since 1971**

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air tractor 1979 AT-301 N8764S. TTAF 9513 hrs.

P&W R-1340-AN1 Engine TSMOH 85 hrs. Covington, 2000 Hrs. Remaining on wings, 12D40 Prop 235 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. $115,000 OBO call 308-9913432 or email rdwells@gtmc.net (05-14 2014 AT-802A -67AG. Available March, New Extended Warranty. Call Rick 800441-2964 tfn

1992 Air Tractor 401 N1554K Clean Mid West Aircraft TT- 4925.8 Engine time since Covington overhaul 361.3 Satloc M3, Crophawk 7, CP11TT nozzles, lane fan and brake smoker, side load, airconditioning, single point fuel, large fuel tanks 126 Gallons. $220,000. Call 308883-0047 (05-14)

2014 AT-802 – Two to choose from. Why buy a used 802? You can have factory new with the 2014, 5 year, 2500 hour P&W PT6 warranty included! For peace of mind call now! Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964, or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com. tfn

1991 AT- 4 02 9178T T. PT6A-15AG, 7705TT, 4290 SIRAN. Wings and complete refurb & paint done at 7405TT. M3 w/ intelliflow.Single point autofill fuel. Lots of extras. Very nice clean northern airplane.

No fertilizer, no corrosion, Great paint.

Call 701-550-9884 (05-14) 2004 AT-602-60, 4150 TTAF&E. 1178 TT Since power section overhaul, prop overhaul, fuel control overhaul, fuel pump overhaul. 75 hours since prop iran, starter generator overhaul, hot section inspection, power section inspection. Fast start, Satloc, flow control, GPS, dash and Wingman. Ready to work ,$545,000 Call for Details, 662-588-0519 (05-14) 1998 AT-402, PT6-11 Engine, M3 GPS with flow control. CP nozzles. Hot Section in 2012. 5700 hrs, Factory air. $380,000.

Call Grady Brown for more details. 318282-9780 (05-14) 1983 AT-301A, 6502 TT. 555 SMOH on R1340 Yonkin Engine, Hydro prop, tall tail, 350 gal hopper, 38 in gate, Crophawk 7 flow meter, A/C, Satloc 99.5. $100,000 call 662-247-0056 (05-14) 2012 AT-402A, 950 TTAF, P &W -21 7000 TTE, 950 hrs total on fuel control and all engine accessories. Sale with hot section and annual, Satloc, flow control, spreader. $515,000 Call for more details on engine maintenance records. 662-5880519 (05-14) 1999 AT-502B -34AG, 3072 TTAF & E, 476 SHSI, 899 SPOH, 0 hr. Eddy Current,Satloc M3, Intelliflow, CP nozzles, Lane Brake, Reabe digital hopper gauge, smoker, single point fuel, 170 gal. fuel, VG’s, Air, Heat, right hand boom shutoff, Radio stack c/w KY 96A com, Kenwood VHF, Transponder Mode C, JVC AM/FM/cd.

Would consider good Ag-Truck as part payment. nelson.eagleagro@inetlink.ca 204-476-2448 (05-14) For sale or trade for AT-802, 1993 AT-502, S/N 502-0213, PT6A-34, 10,611.8 TTAF, 7,294 hours remaining on wing spars, New Hartzell prop, Satloc Bantam GPS, Fresh annual, Single point fuel 164 gal. $340,000 call for more info, Craig Woodley, 815-499-4704 (05-14)

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Tired of that 9 or 10 turning out to be a 3 or a 4? Call Rick at Southeastern Aircraft 800-441-2964. tfn

1980 AT-301 9971TT, 135SMOH by Aero.

Over 3000 hr left on wings. No corrosion, new hopper, new brakes, new windshield.

Recent annual by George’s Aircraft. $139,0 0 0 25 4 -253 -173 6 ro g e r k @ clearwire.net (05-14) 1999 AT-802-A,7785 TT, 4076 HR. Left on spars, Engine PT-6-67 TT-5917,0 Since extensive HOT, 573 since new engine mount,0 since FCU repair, 0 since flow divider OH,Appx. 500 since prop IRAN,big blades,clean air frame, 501-4543711 (05-14)

1985 AT-301, 630 0T T, 150 SM O H , Covington geared engine, engine analyzer, digital tach. M3 with flow control. Clean Northern aircraft, no corrosion. Recent annual by George’s Aircraft. $144,000.

Call 254-253-1736 or rogerk@clearwire. net (05-14)

1987 AT-402-w 9673 TT on airframe.

Walters 750 hp engine 2190 TT on engine since overhaul ( 447 hrs since major factory repair) wings have 2826 hrs since spar cap replacement, Bantam, radio pack, smoker, A/C, S/S booms, S/S fasteners, Lane brake and fan, CP nozzles, new windshield, 180 gl fuel, Zero time since annual. Turn key ready to spray!

Contact Rod at 701-321-0767 or Nick at 386-689-3049 (05-14) 1986 AT-301 S/N 301-0659 new Paint in ‘94, and new windows in ‘08. Engine was overhauled by Younkin Aviation in 2011.

AD 81-13-06 done at 5980 by Maxwell. Like new inside and out! Very well taken care of and maintained. Ready to go to work!

Also have spreader to go with the plane will trade for late model 510 Thrush with PT6-34 engine. Call 641-325-0261 (05-14) 2006 AT-502B, appox. 5500TT, Cascade conversion. Pratt & Whitney-42 (850HP) FTC includes firewall forward, MVT50 engine instruments. 3100 SNEW, 0SHOT, M3 W/ flow control, hopper rinse, smoker, recondition tank, new gears, many new panels, new paint, available June 1st. 254253-1736 rogerk@clearwire.net (05-14) I have 4 Air Tractor 401B Walters for sale. They have all been ver y well maintained and are ready for the 2014 season. Please contact me for more information. kenkane@inetbiz.ca or call 204-867-3147 (05-14)

2009 AT-502B, N4221G, PT6A-34AG, 2561TT AF&E. 38” gate, hopper rinse, A/C, cabin heat, smoker, flow control, Satloc W/intelliflow, CP nozzles, big oil cooler, single point fueling, Wingman, $675,0 0 0. Call Darr yl South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days or 870995-1323 nights and weekends (05-14) For sale or trade for AT-802,1985 AT-400 TTAF 9445, New Hartzell prop, Fresh PT6-27 turbine conversion, 3000 hours remaining on wing spars, Large fuel, 350 gal. hopper, 38 in. gate box, Satloc bantam GPS, Crophawk, Harbour A/C. $265,000, Call for more info. Craig Woodley 815-499-4704 (05-14) 2004 AT-602-60AG. 4796 TTSN airframe and engine. 0 SHSI. 12/13 annual. 494 since IRAN prop with 5 new blades. 2097 left on gear. Smoker, M-3 with Intelliflow, comm. radio, wingman, single pt. fuel, heavy duty 6 blade Lane brake, Shadin fuel flow. $595,000. More info 318-282-1923 or 720-878-1670 (05-14) 1982 AT-301, N23960. 10,634TT, 629 SMOH, 22D40 Prop. New paint & glass in 2013. Stainless spray system, Smoke, A/C, Val com, Large M3 w/flow control, CP nozzles, windshield washer, tall metal tail. 3,090 left on spar. Hopper reconditioned in 2010. Very well cared for and maintained. Fresh annual with sale.

Call 806-790-8533 (05-14) 2012 Air Tractor AT-402B, 450 TT, Bantam, smoker,CP’s,Lane brake, air/heat. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 1998 AT- 402, N50761. Last annual 6/17/13, 5645 TTE, 5645 TTAF, 644.1 SHOT, Smoker, Lane electric brake, Satloc M3 w/flow control, ss spinner, rinse tank.

New Landing gear, CP-11 nozzles, cell set and stereo, $425,000. Call Kevin 701-3050072 (05-14) 2006 AT-402B -34AG, 3270 TTAF, 7920 TTE, 920 SHOT, fresh annual, Lane fan/ brake, M3, smoker, heater, Crophawk, 170 fuel, $440,000. Call 318-758-2043 or 318-649-7326 (05-14)

2009 AT 502-B, PT6A-34AG, annual inspection due at 3/1/14. Spar cap replacement due at TTA of 9,800.0 (in 9013.2 hrs)38” gate, hopper rinse, factory A/C and heat, smoker, flow control, M3 Satloc. Call Darryl for Pricing South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days or 870-9951323 nights and weekends (05-14)

2008 Air Tractor 602, 2750 total, Air Shadin, hopper rinse, single point fuel, smoker, lane electric, Satloc, flow control, hydraulic gate. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

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1990 AT-502, PT6A-34G, Hot Section performed by ATS Illinois. Single point refueling, 38’ gate, smoker, 170 gallon fuel tank, Satloc/Hemisphere GPS w/ flow control, side loader valve, Zee A/C, new style instrument panel. Call Darryl for Pricing South Delta Aviation - 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (05-14) 2010 AT-602-1185, N120KP, PT6A-65AG. 3518.0 TT A & E, 0 SHOT by Covington, 0 SPOH, Very clean airplane. $795,000.00 Call Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft 800-441-2964. tfn

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Available for lease or purchase, 1980 AT-400A, S/N 301-0291, PT6A-27, TTAF 9,596, 66O hours remaining on wings.

Large Fuel, New Hartzell Prop, Satloc Bantam GPS, Fresh Annual, 350 gal hopper, 38 inch gatebox, Harbour Air, Complete refurbish like new . $315,000. Call Craig Woodley 815-499-4704 (05-14)

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2014 802, -65 available. ................................................................... Call 2001 AT-502B -34 6,698 TT AF&E, 0 Since new prop, new wings, new gear, hot section, Drop booms, CP’s, spreader,GPS, smoker, complete rebuild.

Call for pictures & price. $425,000 Wade 318-282-7292 or 318-552-6533 (05-14)

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2012 AT-802, N20718, 610 TTAF&E, -67, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Vondran controller, Bantam w/flow control, CP 11’s, single point fuel, Wingman........................................... $1,230,000 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.....................$1,100,000

2009 AT-602-60 3,300 TT AF&E M-3 with Intelliflow, spreader, wingman, smoker, dual load valves, dual side load fuel. Full set cp’s. Loaded. Fresh annual and hot section with sale. $720,000 Wade 318282-7292 or 318-552-6533 (05-14)

2004 AT-802 N802QA, 4200 TTAF&E, smoker, M3, CP 09 nozzles, 10” hydraulic gate w/Del Norte flow controller, elec. brake gr adj., wingman, Swathmaster spreader, flow control ............................................. $750,000

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1981 AT-301, Super Clean, Excellent Condition, 7512 TT, 940 hrs SMOH Cov., 3 Blade counter weight prop 52 hrs SMOH, New spar caps, Std fuel cap, 2 Retractable wing lights, SS Booms, CP Nozzles, Crophawk, Flagger, Smoker, 29” Tires, 2012 Satloc Lite Star II, Excellent paint and panels. Always hangared, never left outside. Call for references and more pics. $130,000 Roger Myers, Kootenai Valley Flying Service Inc. 208-290-2598 (05-14) 1976 AT-301 SN 0030. 4736 hrsTT. 1322 engine SOH. Prop 1101 hrs SO. 126 Gals Fuel, flagger, smoker, Satloc litestar 2, Have 0 time since overhaul engine and prop available. Make an offer. bha2@ wavecom.net call Robert Eisele 307-6723421 (05-14)

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2004 AT-802 N802QA, 4200 TTAF&E, smoker, M3, CP 09 nozzles, 10” hydraulic gate with Del Norte controller, elec. brake gr,. adj., Wingman, Swathmaster spreader, flowcontrol $750,000 For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn 2014 AT-502B PT6A-34 AG with 2500 hour/5 year engine warranty 2012 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 500 TT, wingman, GPS/flow, CP’s, annual, fresh hot section 1998 AT-602 PT6A-65AG 7900 TT, wings done, GPS/flow, CP’s, fresh hot section, annual 1997 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 7100TT Bantam/flow, CP’s, 250 SHOT, annual 1997 AT-502B 5100TT, Walter M601 E-11, 1680 SOH, GPS/flow, CP’s, annual 1995 AT-402A, PT6A-27 Bantam/flow, CP’s, fresh hot section, annual For more information and pricing contact Farm Air Inc., 877-715-8476, or your Air Tractor parts at 309-759-4646. tfn 2011 AT-602. 1800 TTAF&E-60. Smoker Electric brake, Air, Heat, 10 inch hydraulic Gate with Del Norte controller, single point, Wingman, fresh annual, Fresh HSI, $950,000 call 870-265-5011 (05-14) 2012 AT-802 N20718. 610 TTAF&E, -67, smoker,elec. brake gr adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Vondran controller, Bantam w/flowcontrol, CP 11’s single point fuel, Wingman $1,230,000. For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn 2006 AT 602 N4257R; 2354 TT; 2354 SNEW; 610 SHSI; VFR; 1 Seat; Air Tractor 602 w/ -60AG, 2354 TT A/F, 610 SHOT, SS booms, CP nozzles, dual side loader, single point fuel, 6 Blade... Call for more information on Monthly Lease South Delta Aviation - 870-572-9011 days or 870995-1323 nights and weekends (05-14) 2010 AT- 8 02,- 67, 26 0 0 hr 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 In Stock - NEW 2013 AT-402B, PT6-34AG, 234 Fuel, Smoker, Lane Brake, 3 Piece Windshield, Cabin Heat, Stainless Steel Camlocs, 3” Load, With or Without GPS. Call Farm Air Inc. 877-715-8476. tfn 1991 AT-502-0152- PT6A-34AG,N1515G, times since engine light O/H, 2050.8, TTAF 10268.7, Refurbished airframe, Satloc Bantam, electric fan and brake, A/C, late model paint scheme looks and runs great, ready to work! $425,000 Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft 800-441-2964 t fn

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

1976 AT-301 7585T T, 79 0 SM O H Covington, Extensive work/annual @ George’s Aircraft 9/12, 126 gals fuel, wings done 500 hrs ago, $110,000, For more info Cavanaugh Flying Service 308832-1966 or email mikepcavanaugh@ hotmail.com (05-14)

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 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (05-14)

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

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

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

TFN Save money. Buy used. Parting out several Air Tractor 402, 502, 602, and 802, Thrush and Ag Cats. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 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 tfn 1991 AT-401 - 5160TT/ 811 since O/H engine/ 38 since O/H Hydromatic prop: 400 gal hopper, Lane fan and electric brake, dropped stainless booms, CP nozzles, 2” left bottom load, spreader, 126 gal fuel, aileron servos, vortex generators, nav/strobe/instrument and landing lights, electronic tach, Satloc Airstar 99 GPS, very good condition. $165,000 559686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft. com www.johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Order your Turbine AT-402 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN Large inventory or Air Tractor Parts.

Surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

2013 AT-502B and 802-A Available, see at queenbeeair.com or call 800-736-7654 tfn 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 $1,100,000. For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn Air Tractor 402 for more information and price call Darryl or Bill 870-5729011 (05-14)

2001 AT-602. Aircraft TT 6,032; Propeller TSO 0.0; Engine PT6A-45 w/TSHSI 0.0 and OH CT Blades; Fuel Control, Engine Driven Fuel Pump, and Prop Governor all TSO 0.0. Includes: Fuel Capacity 218 gal; Hopper w/Rinse; Smoker; Bottom Loader; Flow Meter; Lane Electric Pump Brake; GPS (Del Norte); Flagger; Load Hog; Wingman; K Y96 VHF; Shadin Fuel Flow; Air Conditioner (Engine Driven); New Batteries; Cockpit Heater; Night Lights; Windshield Washer; Fresh Annual; Fresh Paint. Price Reduced to $495,000. Jim Mills 812-877-2587 or jim@turbinesinc.com (09-14)

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2014 Air Tractors , Reserve Your Position Now $Call$ 2014 AT-502B, Ferry Time Only, Smoker, Lane Brake $838,400.00 2014 AT-502A, -60Ag, Ferry Time Only $1,038,400.00 2014 AT-602, -60Ag, Ferry Time Only $1,098,400.00 2012 AT-802A/65Ag, 1,700 TTAF&E, Hyd, Ndh, Fresh Hot & Annual $1,100,000.00 2007 AT-602, 5,000 TTAF&E, Satloc, No Damage, Fresh Hot Section $475,000.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401. 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 tfn 2014 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 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

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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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AT-504: Learn and earn. With side-byside cockpit seating and 485-gallon capacity, the AT-504 is a great way to train new ag pilots and earn while they learn. Powered by the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG turbine engine, you’ll get working speeds and performance like the tried and true AT-502B. And when the training day is done, you’ll see that it was productive workday, too. Wells Fargo financing for qualified buyers is available; just visit with your Air Tractor dealer. T FN Order your AT-602 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

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1974 Pi p e r, PA -25 P aw n e e D, Lyc O-540 2780TT, New Lite Star II GPS, 375 SMOH, Smoker, NDH. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 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

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19 97 Tu r b i n e D ro m ad e r M18 B -T, 3305 TT, 0 SMOH, 400 SPOH, Fast Start, Single Point fuel, Lane Brake, SATLOC M3, Bantam GPS, Flagging System A/C, beautiful 2012 paint and hardware kit. Email michael@iajet.com or call 801-510-6084 (05-14) M18A Dromader Parts Sale. Spar Caps / Wing Fittings / Cover plates / Wing Sets.

We have a large supply of Dromader parts ready to sell! Parts located in Australia.

Contact for an itemized list. julieblack@ rebelag.com.au or www.rebelag.com. au (05-14)

1975 – N9482R - Cessna Ag Truck, 3500 3600TT, 300 SMOH, NEW Crankshaft, Bantam, SL40. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 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 573359-0500 tfn

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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 Atfn 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!

P l e a s e h ave p a r t n u m b e r s w h e n contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280.

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dromader 1988 Dash 11 Garrett Turbine Dromader, M18A. Delta Turbine Conversion. AF TT 3415. EH 3882.0 since overhaul. 1452 hrs since HSI. PH 752 since new. B model elevators. Smoker. 800 gallon hopper.

Lowered belly skin. Air conditioning.

Work lights. Perkins Technologies DAAM. 11684 pound USA STC. Located In Australia. $400,000 USD contact Julie Black julieblack@rebelag.com.au (05-14) 1981 M18, engine 435.0, electric hydraulic pump, 780 gal hopper, auto flagman, smoker, Del Norte GPS,Transland gate box & sump adapter, WeathAero. $55,000 Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500. (tfn)

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Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn 1982 Piper PA-18-150 Super Cub, 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, Fax 956-399-2320 tfn 1978 Piper Brave PA-36-375, 2343 TT, 586 SMOH. Overhauled case and crankshaft, installed new camshaft, Cam followers, bearings, rod, bolts & nuts. Oil pump housing & gears. 275 STOH-6 new 2 overhauled cylinders. 640 SPOH-prop.

283 SHO magnetos. CP nozzles, Satloc, VG’s, spreader, Crophawk, smoker, flag man NDH, $140,000. Call Allen 701-6403233 cell (05-14)

thrush 1973 1820 Thrush Super Doer conversion.

11530TT, 1110hrs engine,273 on prop.

Pacific Northwest Plane, Metal Tail,M-3 Satloc. $150,000 For more details call Mark 509-988-0075 (05-14)

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 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 Atfn

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

1977 PA-25 260 Pawnee D. Lyc 0-540..

AFTT 5460, Eng 1100 since new (300 since bulk strip & 15 since Top OH).

Prop 560 Since new. 180 Gal hopper, New sealed lift struts, drooped wing tips and wing mod done. Recent fuselage paint and airframe tidy up. VHF/UHF. Australian Aircraft. Email: info@sbair. com.au (05-14)

PA-25-235, 6919Z, 7606TT, 725 TSMO, Full hutch conversion, SS sprayer, CP nozzles, weath aero fan, Crophawk, smoker, flagger, low time prop. May consider trade for Skylane. Email rickh@ ruraltel.net or call 785-282-0218 (05-14)

1996 Thrush S2R-G6 4897 TTSN Prop 0.0 TSOH Engine 2236 TSOH New Avenger wing spar caps. New paint inside and out.

Complete airframe refurb. Call for price.

870-857-3744 or 870-919-1855 (05-14) 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

1998 S2R-G10 510, 7400.9 TTSN, 1015.8 PROP SOH, 354.6 TSCAM, 354.6 TSHOT. Thrush 29,000 HR wing spar, single point fuel, cool start, hopper rinse, Satloc Bantam 9” screen W/ Intelliflow, smoker, flagger, A/C & heat, VG’S, Lane brake & fan, new paint, double Leading Edge STC, new skins, Kawak Truck Battery STC, and fresh annual. Clean Northern Airplane. $525,000 OBO, Financing Available.

For more information please contact NorthStar Aviation 620-356-4528 (05-14) 1977 Thrush SR2, Cascade conversion, GE 601-E-11 Engine, Avia 106 Prop, 500 Gallon Hopper, 192 fuel, New Lower Spar Cap 400 hrs ago, $289,000. Call for details Johnson Airspray, home of the Johnson Sidewinder, 218-437-6415 for photos johnsonairspray.com (05-14) 1993 S2R Thrush, N6160G S/NR 1340032, 7934.0 hr TTAF. With lifetime Century Spar Mod. Engine -6 Garrett 0-Iran, prop 0-SMOH. Fresh paint, red over white, M-3 Satloc, A/C. Call RFS for price 210-844-4074 (05-14) PRICE REDUCED! 1977 S2R-600, 8420 TTAF, 1255 SMOH eng, Weatherly Tail, Spring Tail Wheel, Younkin Overhaul on engine, $35,000. Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091. tfn

PRICE REDUCED! 1997 S2R G-6 510, 7948.4 TTSN, 1396.3 TTS CAM, 1396.3 TTSHOT. Avenger Spare Kit, new hopper, double Leading Edge STC, Single point fuel, cool start, Satloc M3 and Inteli-Flow, smoker, flagger, A/C & heat, VG’S, Lane brake & fan, new paint and skins, Kawak truck battery STC, no damage history, and fresh annual. Davidon Tri-Set nozzles.

Clean as a whistle $375k OBO. For more information please contact NorthStar Aviation 620-356-4528 (05-14)

1987 Thrush S2R-T34, 6677 hrs TTAF, 12256 hrs TTE. New spars installed @ 6212 hrs, SS spray system, CP nozzels, 13 vane SSF spreader, electric fan brake, ground adjustable blades, extended wings, spring tail wheel, dual cockpit w/rear seat, cascade pressure cowling.

Email jmrichard65@gmail.com or call 337-334-3867 (05-14) 1990 S2R HG-T65-0100DC, N9899 A/F 10705 hrs, PT6A- 65AG ser# 32332; 10705 hrs SOH, 15hr SHOT, Dual control, Intellistar w/flow control, Lane Fan & Brake, KY96com, KT76C Trans. KL900, GPS Art. Horizon Vertical speed, Shadin fuel flow, contact Mark 870-830-1231 or email mhartz@centurylink.net (05-14)

1993 S2R-G10, 7512 TT. fresh annual, HC B4TN-5pl Hartzell prop. O.00 SIRAN, TPE 331-10-511M. Garrett Engine 2941.8 TTSINCE cam. Cold air/bleed heat, lane fan and electric brake, VG’s, fuel flow meter, Crophawk, com radio w/ transponder, 12V cig. plug, SS booms, AFS check valves, drop SS J tubes with Davidon nozzles, smoker, new tires, dual side load, dual single point fuel, dual landing lights, strobe and nav lights. Fast start system installed at annual. $415,000. Call Souther Field Aviation 229-924-2813 tfn

78 THRUSH SUPER -1 3900 TT, 200 SCAM

by CD, 200 SPOH, extended wings, M3 w/flow control, EI Digital Gauges w/fuel flow, Garmin 496 panel mount, Reabe Hopper Qty gauge, AMSAFE Airbag Seat belts, cool seat, VG’s, Night working lights, ZEE A/C, bleed air heat, Serv-Aero fastback w/Large baggage, SERV AERO Airfoil Tail, Big Fuel $450,000 Call Kyle 970-867-8414 (05-14)

2010 Thrush S2R-T34, 2000 hrs TT SNEW, Ag Nav Guia, Crophawk, KY 196 transponder, standard aluminum booms, CP nozzles. $620,000 Call Souther Field Aviation 229-924-2813 (tfn)

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 09-14 2000 660 Thrush 5000 TT 0 time PT6A65 Zero time prop. New blades, load hot fast start, bottom fuel, new batteries, new tires and brakes. Spray system. Fresh Annual 812-877-2587 jim@turbinesinc. com (09-14)

1974, Thrush w/1820 Wright, Stewart Davis conversion, (hinged engine mount).

TT 8800 hrs. with 700 plus hrs, SMOH. (Anderson Airmotive) NEW in 2013-exhaust system/carb. box; complete new ignition harness; fresh OH prop; tires; number new panels; also comes with Trimble GPS, smoker, flagger, two sets booms (incl. ASC rotaries) metal tail, Weathaero fan on Transland pump etc. Ready to deal/ trade for general aircraft.$150,000, contact Jock @ 360378-8800 or hootsmonjock@smwireless. net (05-14)

1989 Thrush S2R T34, N3098C, PT6A34AG, TT 13,880.1. Aluminum booms, CP nozzles, smoker, Air Conditioner, 4 blade Lane fan, electric Brake. For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (05-14)

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1991 Ayres Turbo Thrush Dual Cock Pit, 510 Gal Hopper, SN: T34-159 DC 10,645 hr TTSN, Engine is a P&W PT6-34 AG. 145 hrs SMO, Hartzell Propeller. 145 hrs SMO with new blades, New lower spar caps and big butterfly plate, White/Red stripes, Standard spray system, Strobes, Heavy Gear, A/C, All service bulletins and air worthiness directives complied, Annual 6/17/2013, A/C landing lights, Lane fan brake ground adjustable, Transland pump, Aluminum booms, Davidon triset nozzle tips, Spraying systems check valves, 3” side load valve, Bottom load fuel, New hooker harness and safety belt, ATS Vg’s, Guia Ag Nav & AgNav flow control,Smoker, I com 210 radio, X Ponder Selling price for this aircraft is $575,000 Dual controls are available for an additional $30,000. Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229725 -5135. bruceandrews62@gmail. com 09 -14

2010 Thrush 510P, PRICE REDUCED! 820 TT, engine warranty remaining, MVP50, Hatfield Single point fuel, Smoker, VG’s, Satloc w/ flow control, Xpdr and Com, delivered with fresh annual, and More! Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and details. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer! Selling NEW and Used aircraft ASIJET-AG.COM or give us a call 952.941.6255 (01-15) 1997 S2R G-6 510, 7948.4 TTSN, 1396.3 TTS CAM, 1396.3 TTSHOT. Avenger Spare Kit, new hopper, double Leading Edge STC, Single point fuel, cool start, Satloc M3 and Inteli-Flow, smoker, flagger, A/C & heat, VG’S, Lane brake & fan, new paint and skins, Kawak truck battery STC, no damage history, and fresh annual.

Davidon Tri-Set nozzles. Clean as a whistle $525k OBO. For more information please contact NorthStar Aviation -4528 ( 05-14)

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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 servos, vortex generators, 192 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/strobe/instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., Satloc M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate with new factory lower SPAR caps, good paint/tires/glass/fabric. fresh annual 559-686-1794 / Email info@ johnstonaircraft.com tfn 2011 – N70060, Thrush S2R-T34, 1080 TT SNEW, 228 GAL FUEL, WEATHAERO 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)

2014- N30620, Thrush, S2R-T34, Factory NEW call for information. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 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.

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2000 S2RT65/660(1300 SHP) - 5895 TT/ 0 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, air cond., Load Hawg, good paint and glass, new tires and brakes. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

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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

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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

weatherly 1994 Weatherly 620B, 2799 TTAF, 1047 TTE, 1011 TTP. Smoker, flagger, oil tank heater, Satloc Airstar GPS. $100,000. For more information call 402-756-6424 or email sjwillmes@hotmail.com (05-14)

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1980 Bell 206 L-1 C30P, 10,350 TTAF. Dual controls, rotor brake, high skid gear, Concorde battery, Garmin GNS430 Nav/ ComKT 76A Transponder, KY196A VHF Comm, we also have aerial application systems available! For More information visit our website: gsaircraftsales.com or call 817-266-8788 (05-14

1975 Bell 206B Jet Ranger For Sale: N111PM - Price: $475,000 - Serial# 1770 - Engine: Rolls Royce 250-C20J Very clean helicopter, ready to spray and has good component times. It includes: M3 Satloc touch screen with Auto Cal flow control, Isolair spray system, Air Conditioning, Wedged windows and Range Extender.

Please call Matt Fieldgrove at:928-9209873 or 928-627-8292 (05-14) Southern Helicopter Service is offering for lease 2 Bell 206 B-3 Jet Rangers. These ships are ready to fly with fresh annual inspections and good component times remaining. Both ships can be leased with spray equipment including flow meter and GPS. Lease comes with a trailer to reduce ferry times. Nick 901-491-8323 (05-14)

Build cheap tail wheel times to train for Ag Career. 1941 AERONCA Defender(L3) Historic Civil Air Patrol Markings Reduced to $19,000. Hangar kept. 3675 TT- 520 SMOH-150 STOH-Air frame rebuilt 1995 with Stits (in green) Great trainer! Call 772-285-5506 (02-15)

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R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons chrome cylinders new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10 -14 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-14

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engines 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

2004 Robinson R44 Raven II. SN 10142, 2,079 TT, 9 SMOH by Sevier County Choppers in January 2014 (new paint, new interior plus standard Robinson overhaul). 2191 hours and 12 years left on helicopter. Engine has 9 hours since factory reman. 9 hole panel, JPI engine monitor, Garmin 430. NDH, all ADs complied with. snoano@gmail.com, 318439-0170 (tfn)

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(2)TPE 331-6-251M engines with recent hot sections and GB inspections by service center, about 3600 SMOH, (2) TPE3315-252M engines. Dave 561-241-6111 or anacondads@aol.com (05 -14) 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 (05-14) R985 engine, at Covington just overhauled.

No core, $50,000. For more information call 573-692-2160 (05-14) 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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Commander Rockwell 112TCA - 1977S/N 13194 TT: 800 hours, fresh annual, all paperwork updated new paint, tires, windscreen and windows green tinted, always hangared.- All ADs complied with.- All instruments inspected.- Radio Nav/Com OK Engine: Lycoming TO-360C1A6D; TT 80 0 hours TSOVH: 22 hours (TBO calendar) New three blade propeller (STC); new governor Asking U$S 140.000.- Airplane is in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia Owner: Verly Valdez Please email to: retamosa@adinet.com.uy (tfn)

1975 8-GCBC Scout. 3065 TTAF. Just finished complete airframe restoration.

Like new inside and out, $69,000. Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850380-6091. tfn 1979 Beech V35B, Aircraft TT 3100 hrs, IO-520 285HP, TSMOH 300 hrs, McCauley 3 blade prop 259 TSMOH. Aircraft is currently out of annual. Equipped w/ Garmin 530, KN53 200 channel NAv KI-203, GI106 W/GS indicators, KN62A 100W,DME Freq. KT76 250W 4096 code, Shadin Fuel Management system, strike finder, electric trim, wingtip and strobe lights, Ram air, Elcor EGT,CHT gauge, internal lighted instruments, individual air vents and reading lights. Dual Indicator Airspeed, external power receptacle. 24V, 2 (40) gal fuel cells. All logs. $130,000 Call Souther Field Aviation 229-924-2813 tfn 2009 R44 II 600 TT Since New, Updated Fuel Bladders. Farm Air Inc. 877-715-8476. t fn

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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 -14

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Universal Turbine Parts 4 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO 4891, 4933, 4143, 1750 2 ea PT6A-114A TSO 0, 0 4 ea PT6A-135A TSO 653, 758, 758, 3420 1 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0 1 ea PT6A-34AG TSO 0 5 ea PT6A-67D TSO 0, 0, 0, 0, 6997 We also buy PT6 Engines in all conditions.

Please call Bill or Joel at 334-361-7853 or email bmershon@UTPparts.com or jplake@UTPparts.com.

R-1340 Engine, 0 SMOH by Aero, $54,000 OBO 12D40-211 Propeller, 0 SMOH. $12,500 OBO bha2@wavecom.net call Robert Eisele 307-672-3421 (05-14)

Custom Boom Systems – Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com tfn Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call 270305-2749 (05-14)

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

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 LOH; 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 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 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 Hi-Tek Rotary Atomizer - Rotary atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spec trum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance.

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

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Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale. Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc. com 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

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Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 (05-14) 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 A4-15

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

2 variable rate rotary gates for 38” gate box. Both units are new and still in the crate. $6,500 each or take both for $12,000.

Contact Dan @ 515-802-8340. (05-14)

SSF (ATW-38) Spreader/ 38” GATE/ 12 VANE/ 14’/ with cart for Air Tractors / Ag-Cats. Price: $8,250. Call 870-8348349 (05-14) Breakenridge Spreader, 38 in slim line, like new. 662-247-0056 (05-14) New Gate Keeper tm technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, easy calibration, and accurate distribution. TCL’S variable rate gate it the most versatile on the marketApplies from ultra fine product like herbicide impregnated sand all the way up to coarse seed accurately.

Contact Turbine Conversions - 616837-9428 TurbineConversions.com 12-14 Tr anslan d M e te r ate fo r 41” g ate .

Complete & used very little, $7500.

815-778-3336 or email fousley@citlink. net (05-14)

Two (2) AgNav Guia Silver units for sale.

Installed but never used. $10,000 each brand new. Make me an offer. rstookey01@ gmail.com or call 817-874-9555 (05-14) Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc.-- Spreaders and Accessories. Satisfying customers coast to coast for over 30 years. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” spreaders plus many more. For information on new or used spreaders call Us today 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232 (05-14) 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 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 needs 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 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, FA X 559 - 686 -936 0, e - mail: info @ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Huey/205/412/212 spray tank brand new never been used, fitted with gas engine on skid, 42 foot s/steel/carbon fiber boom, many extras over other models. Also new high skids available , contact us for details helitractor@vodamail.co.za (05-14) Boom Clamps - The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-6453605. www.davidononline.com tfn Tri -Set Hydr aulic Nozzle - Three D e f l e c t i o n a n g l e s , T h r e e O r i f i ce sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available.

Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-6453605. www.davidononline.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)

SATLOC GPS sales and repair center. Call for all your SATLOC needs. North Star Aviation, Inc 888-272-1417 tfn Satloc, Intelliflow The leading edge Satloc Level III Service repair center. MidContinent Aircraft 800-325-0885. tfn Intelliflow Flow Controls -in stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor Supply 800-4375319 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 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 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

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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.

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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 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

Sun visors to fit most ag aircraft. (all Air Tractor, Thrush, Cessna, Weatherly and Piper Braves. Easy installation. FAA letter for installation. Contact Don Bice at 605-842-0740 or 605-840-2068 cell or email bice@gwtc.net.

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Z Air Conditioner, complete, working when removed. Call 812-877-2587 tfn Air Tractor 502 Plenum Firewalls. Plenum firewall parts left over from a Cascade conversion on an AT-502 with a -34. Also Available filter assembly for AT-502, all part numbers & photos available upon request, jay@agritechaviation.com or 515-961-4026 (05-14) 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 (09-14)

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 (09-14) 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)

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

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

Reduce fuel consumption. Save on Hot Section Inspections. Easy access to fuel nozzle & air filter. Reduce NG 1 to 3%. Make your -15 perform like a -34. ELIMINATE ONGOING AIR FILTER PURCHASES! Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com (08-14)

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

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

Cockpit adjustable flow control kit.

Manual control or GPS variable rate ready Integrates into existing hydraulic systems.

More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385 -5051 w w w.kawakaviation. com (09-14)

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

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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

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

8 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper, and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330698-0280. preferredairparts.com t f n

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 (09-14)

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

Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 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

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 2 sets S2R Thrush wing with lifetime century spar mod. Primed and ready to paint your color. Long wing tips and extended fuel.

Call RFS for price 210-844-4074 (05-14)

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)

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 . ( 10-14) Serviceable S2R wings, Engine Mount Ayres 45-60 Series, short extension wing tip assy, seat assy, strut assy, left engine exhaust stack, control sticks, steps, splice blocks, throttle quadrants, control quadrants, and MANY various other parts. For more information call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com.

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2014 AT802A-67AG Factory New & Extended Warranty............. Call 2013 AT502B-34AG Factory New & Extended Warranty............. Call 2011 AT402B -34AG 1200 Hours TT .....................................$597,000 2010 AT602 -65AG 3500 Hours TT ......................................$850,000

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PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn 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 (01-15) 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 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 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 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 Atfn 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

Angel Personal Flight Assistant - in stock, shipping today. Premium quality Bluetooth interface for the cockpit. Noise free cell phone use without fumbling for your phone. Caller ID, direct dial, redial, voice dial, download phonebook and call list entries, dial direct., Stream bluetooth music and control, E6B flight computer, Stopwatch, fuel and approach timer.

Large full color easy to read backlit screen, intuitive menus, automatic cut out with radio transmissions, ambient light sensor.

Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 A tfn Air Repair Inc. is the source for the Fast Start Kit to get yours today call Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn Retrofit Hopper Door for AT-502 and AT-602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 tfn 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

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

Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone.

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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. tfn

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

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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 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

propellers 3D40-6101A-18 for 600 HP 1340 Pratt & Whitney. 600 TT new blades, needs nothing but install. Free install in Alexandria MN, $18,500. Call 320-583-8812 ( 05-14) 12D40-AG100-4S, 0-IRAN: $17.5K; 22D40Ag-200-2,60-Siran: $20.5K; 22D40-6533A-12 852-SIRAN: $20.5K; 22D40-Ag200-2,0-IRAN: $19.5K; AmAg 870-886-2418(89f) agcat@bscn.com * *AgCat S ales/Ser vice/Par t s since 1971**

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1998 AT-602 PT6A-65AG 7900 TT, wings done, GPS/flow, CP’s, fresh hot section, annual 1997 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 7100TT Bantam/flow, CP’s, 250 SHOT, annual 1997 AT-502B 5100TT, Walter M601 E-11, 1680 SOH, GPS/flow, CP’s, annual 1995 AT-402A, PT6A-27 Bantam/flow, CP’s, fresh hot section, annual

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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

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12D40, 40 hours SIRAN, $8,000. Call 662247-0056 (05-14)

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

3 D 40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -14 2D30-6101A12, 0/IRAN: $11.5K; 2D30-AG100-2, 0/IRAN:$12.5K; 22D30-6533A12, OHC: $15.5K; 12D40-6101A12,175-SIRAN: $11.5K; AmAg 870-886-2418(89f) agcat@bscn. com **AgCat Sales/Service/Parts since 1971** 12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. for more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-14 H ar t ze ll m o de l H C- C 2Y K-1B F, s/n CH-16579E. For more information email Chucao@tie.cl (05-14) 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. (05-14) Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18, 22D30-6533A-12 12D40-6101A-12, 12D40-AG100-2 22D40-6533A-12, 23D40-6533A-18 23D 4 0 -70 05A-12, Call PropWork s, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net 12-14

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GE M601- E11 751 HP TURBOPROP Conversions for Air Tractor and Thrush.

Increased Reliability. No Hot Section Inspections. No Nozzles to Service. Cascade Pressure Cowl – Standard Equipment with Lifetime Serviceable Air Filter System!

3,000 HR Engine TBO. Auto Start Systems.

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Improved Safety. Ease of Maintenance Access. Warranty: 1,000 Hr / 1,100 Cycles or 2 Years. Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com . tfn

vehicles 1990 International Auger Truck annual by Auger Dan. New 12 in auger, new scales, box and truck in excellent shape. New tires in front, rear tires good, new brakes and calipers. Auger doesn’t fold. $25,000 Call 337-789-3529 (05-14)

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Hamilton Standard, 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533A Blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10 -14

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Loader truck for sale. 12 inch flipover Auger, scales, fuel, new 870-931-8485. (05-14)

1973 Plymouth Duster 340, silver, Black interior, auto, PS, PB, A/C, High back Buckets, Console, Sound Clean, Restored Muscle Car Email Jon@JHPFR.com for more info $18,000 tfn

2 Auto flagman for AgCat $200 ea; 1 auto flagman for Air Tractor $500; 1 auto flagman for Drama $200; For more information Email mdusters1@frontier. com or call 530-682-9770 (05-14)

Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s i n n ov a t i ve a n d e x t r e m e l y s i m p l e solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com (08-14)

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 agairupdate.com t f n HOTSTUFF AG AIRCRAFT CLEANER Call to order the # 1 Ag Aircraft cleaner in the country, Used by over 400 operators Coast to Coast. Blue Stripe Distributing 877-924-5025 Atfn HELMET with slide up visor $850. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1200. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 At fn

Three Phase “GPU” Rectifier Price: $8,750. Call 870-834-8349 (05-14)

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. Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-9192317 A 12-14 1500 gal Jet A refueler; Nissan UD 3300 truck; epoxy lined steel tank: Liquid Control counter with predetermining counter (new 2003); single point and over the wing nozzles: automatic reel. Truck and pump work well; good rubber $13,900 or Will consider trades for auto, truck, or aircraft Call 501-985-1484 AR location. tfn

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 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

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

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

miscellaneous 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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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

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

finance/lease

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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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

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Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. 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 purse (sold separately). 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 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco.com tfn

English to Spanish Technical Translations Fo r m e r A &P a n d Ag - Pi l o t, C a r l o s Retamosa Specializing in translating: • Aviation technical manuals • Airworthiness Directives (ADs) • Service Bulletins (SBs) Contact info 598-53-24376 retamosa@ adinet.com.uy tfn One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway.

Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway. Located in Peach County, Georgia. Public water, septic sewer, paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights. Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $35,000 OBO. 478.987.2250 t f n

insurance DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com. tfn “Insurance from a name you can trust, at a price you can afford”, is what we do and it’s our motto. Hardy Aviation Insurance, Inc, is centrally located in Wichita Kansas and has been servicing the aerial application market for years now. RANDY HARDY established Hardy Aviation Insurance in 1995 with aerial application as his main focus. Prompt courteous service from a staff dedicated and knowledgeable includes Angie Banz, Tim Wiebe, Dick Russell and Rita Ethridge, whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application business. Give us a try, you might be surprised. Call 1 800 721-6733 or fax us at 316-945-2330.

Get an online quote from our web site at www.hardyaviationins.com or e-mail us at hardy@hardyaviationins.com. tfn Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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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

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.

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.

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

Much more than just a balance. Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location. tfn Let us sell your Ag plane! Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 1601 Hwy 84 East Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 tfn !!Attention Thrush Owners!! North Star Aviation Inc is now the new STC holder of the Thrush Reinforce Leading Edge Skins. If you are getting ready to rebuild your Thrush wings due to AD09-26-11 or tired of bird strikes and ugly leading edges!! Now is the time to install North Star Aviations new Thrush heavy duty reinforced leading edge skins fully STC’d SA03518AT no Field approval required.

For more Info contact Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 srice@pld. com tfn

wanted to buy EXHAUST Wanted: R-1340 and R-985 Exhaust Send Old Exhaust segments for exchange or Sell them! Call Daryl @ 940-902-0797 or evans.daryl@sbcglobal. net tfn Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl Riddell at 870-572-9011 (05-14)

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seat wanted Old pilot old airplane (PA-25 260) will help out if you are behind. No herbicides. ND certified 701-261-8839 (05-14)

Professional Ag Pilot Training. Initial Training in Gippsland GA200 Ag-Aircraft.

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Email fran@batairspray.com or Phone 306-445-3099 (05-14)

Chem - Man f ield application billing software is the leading software in the industry. It’s easy to use and affordably priced. It was designed by and for chemical applicators. Datasmart has been serving Chem - M an cus tomer s since 19 92.

Download our free demo at www.chemman.com. Call for more info at 1-866-3149222 (05-14)

Start to finish Ag pilot training utilizing Pawnee PA-25/260 CS Dual Cockpit& PA-25 Single for Solo/Dump/Spray. Satloc GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operating Certificate Part 137. See videos at: www.eaglevistas.com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC 772-285-5506 (02-15)

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 (05-14)

4th Season Ag Pilot looking for a seat for the 14 corn season. Hard working. I am a son of an operator and have been working for him for 8 yrs and flying for him for 4 yrs. Available Aug-Sept. AgT: 1005 FireT: 21.6 TurbineT: 381 Have done most of my Ag work in a Thrush 1820 and some in a Thrush-45. Also have hours in Air Tractor 401, Weatherly, AgCat, and Dromader. Give me a call 509-432-4349.

I can provide references if needed. (05-14) Professional Ag Pilot Needing Seat.

Completed turbine transition at Central Florida Ag Aero last December, experience in 150 & 235 Pawnee, 300 Ag truck, 400 Brave, 450 Stearman, AT-301 401, Lot’s of Herbicide experience, 2420 tw, 1460 ag. Willing to relocate. Call 509-6709643 (05-14)

Gulf Coast aG airCraft sales & serviCe Thrush S2R aircraft.

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B-Model Bonanza: hydraulic prop; IFR; very clean. Call for pictures.

RV9A: 150 hr TT; new paint; glass interior; Call for pictures.

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Ag Seat wanted. 9800 TT 5000+ ag time, 125 hours Cessna turbine. A&P / IA Single & Multi-engine instrument flight instructor. Experience Air Tractor, AgCat & Cessna. Experienced corn, cotton, rice, wheat & soybeans. Heavy herbicide experience. Email g.p-racing@hotmail. com or 662-678-3947 (05-14) Seat needed 9287 T.T. 7674 AG time. 127 Turbine. licensed in Minn. and SK. Canada.

Can license where needed. No claims or wrecks. email coryb70@hotmail.com or call 507-456-6906 (05-14)

help wanted Now Hiring for 2014 Fire Season: SEAT Pilots, Level I/II (per ISOG)1500 total hours, 1200 in fixed wing, 100 in the last 12 months, 200 low level dispensing, 200 in typical terrain, 25 in AT-802, 10 in the last 60 days, and 5 hours & 5 takeoffs each year. Email ron.hunter@airspray.com or call 530-433-5366 xt 1004 (05-14)

Help Wanted: Ground crew for upcoming 2014 season. Midwest operator hiring ground crew help to mix, load and fuel airplanes for this summer. Opportunity to transition into ag flying position in the future. Fax letter of interest and qualifications to 866-607-5825. (05 -14) Current carded Seat pilot needed. Call 970-520-1941 (05-14) AG or fire suppression experienced AT-802 Standardization Pilot for operations in Bogotá, Colombia. Minimum requirements: 2000 fixed wing hours; 1000 flt hours AG or fire suppression; 500 flt hours providing turbine instruction or check pilot; FAA CFII or military equivalent and Class II Medical; Must speak to ACTFL Intermediate Low or IRL Level 1 Spanish proficiency. Background check required.

None of these requirements can be waived.

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Pilot Wanted: An innovative Midwest Ag Operator is seeking an experienced, considerate and consciousness, skilled Ag Pilot for a Turbine seat. Minimum requirements to include 2,000 Ag hours and a minimum of 1,000 Turbine Ag hours. Main season runs from early July through middle of September. May lead to a long time position for the right pilot.

Please send resume and references to scottschertz@schertzaerial.com. (05-14)

Looking for a motivated, experienced IA to help manage an FAA approved repair station specializing in ag aircraft.

Experience working on Air Tractors, Thrush, and Ag Cats a plus. We have excellent pay and 100% of your health insurance is covered. So if you are looking for a challenge and the opportunity to get on the ground level of a growing maintenance shop. Send resumes to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject Exp IA, Fax to 478-987-1836 Subject Exp IA, or mail to Exp. IA c/o AgAir Update Po box 850 Perry GA 31069 (05-14)

Back up Pilots wanted. Ag-Cat-6 and Cessna 188, must have 2,000 verifiable ag hours, References required. 573-6922160 (05-14)

IA Mechanic wanted for southern, multiplane, ag operation. Please mail resume & references to: PO Box 2078 Cordova TN, 38088 (05-14)

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Wanted - an experienced Turbine pilot for the upcoming 2014 season and beyond, June – Sept. in MN, IA and IL. Preferred at least 1000 hrs. AG and at least 250 hours Turbine time. Looking for long term employees and team players, mechanically inclined a plus. Email resumes to blindads@agairupdate.com subject: Turbune pilot (05-14)

Aircraft Sales position for experienced Ag, Turbine, CR II, super salary and benefits.

Call: Dick 800-325-0885 @ Mid Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO tfn

Experienced AG or fire suppression pilot for rotation employment in Colombia.

Minimum requirements: 2000 fixed wing hours; 1000 flt hours AG or fire sup p re s sion; FA A C a s s I I M e dic al; Must speak to ACTFL Intermediate Low or IRL Level 1 Spanish proficiency.

Background check required. None of these requirements can be waived. E-mail resume to: EASTHQ@eastinc.us An Equal Opportunity Employer (05-14)

IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience tfn

AT-802 IP needed at Melbourne, FL. Minimum requirements: 2000 fixed wing hours; 1000 flt hours AG or fire suppression; FAA Class II Medical; CFII; Must speak to ACTFL Advance High or IRL Level 2+ Spanish proficiency.

Background check required. None of these requirements can be waived. E-mail resume to: EASTHQ@eastinc.us An Equal Opportunity Employer.

(05-14) Expanding progressive company in search of year round Pilot-mechanic for operation in Minnesota. As a pilot you will be operating a turbine Air Tractor, likely a 402. Travel is necessary. Maintenance in off season will be both ag aircraft and general aviation types. Feel free to respond if you are either, or mechanically inclined. Bryan@ bryan.hauschild@ wdcoop.com or 320-760-6474. (05-14)

Immediate full time positions for entry level A&P mechanics. Please send resumes to North Star Aviation, Inc. Fax 620-3563864 or email srice@pld.com tfn

operations Mid West Ag Operation for sale, well established with 36 years in the business.

Parts 137 & 133. 2 aircraft’s and ground support equipment. For more information email blindads@agairupdate.com subject Part 137 operation fax 478-987-1836 subject Part 137 operation or send to Part 137 operation C/O AgAir Update PO Box 850 Perry Ga 31069 (05-14) Ever wanted to star t your own AG operation (Under Par t 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 (02-15) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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