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LAVIASA, now builds the PA-25 p3 in Mendoza, Argentina

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38 The Hopper 40 Classifieds On the cover - The Pawnee has always been known for an excellent spray pattern. The all new PA-25 p3 carries on this tradition using the improved, new wingtip design. The “Legend” has arrived! See story on page 12.

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Taking a minute with LAVIASA Director Francisco Pocaterra (L) after an evaluation flight in the PA-25 p3, holding a facsimile of the Special Airworthiness Certificate issued March 12, 2014.

Are there UAVs in your future?

It seems like every day I receive news concerning the proliferation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This phenomenon is catching on like a wildland fire. Earthbound entrepreneurs are seizing the moment, reaching for a gold mine in the sky.

A high price tag would also tend to make UAV operations a commercial endeavor that ag-operators could become part of; no more UAV Christmas presents. I have always thought the ag-operator should view this technology as an opportunity to offer more services to their customers.

I don’t see UAVs and their inherent problems going away, only becoming more of an issue for agricultural aviation worldwide. Unless some sort of action is taken in the U.S. by the FAA, or maybe even the FCC, we could see UAVs being the gift of the season at Christmas time. My confidence in the general public is not one of believing this is a good thing.

I do not envision any significant spraying operations being carried out by UAVs. No doubt there is technology available today to spray with them at some level. It has been done in Japan with mini-helicopters for years. During my career, and probably not during anyone else’s career who is reading this editorial, UAVs won’t be spraying the typical field that agpilots treat.

If I am not mistaken, the position of the NAAA is for UAVs to be equipped with a strobe light and ADS-B out technology. I am not against that. However, this concept would require agaircraft to have a receiver onboard. Maybe the receiver could be incorporated into the GPS unit.

The UAV should have exceptional markings with high visibility strobes. Even then, it is going to be difficult to see them in the air. All of these suggestions increase the gross weight of the UAV, requiring it to be larger and more expensive.

My idea would be for pilots of these UAVs be required to file a flight plan on a specific web site giving time of day, duration, altitude and location of the flight. Ag-operators would subscribe to alerts from the web site for locations that affect their operations. In combination with a transponder alert, knowing there will be a UAV in the area during spraying operations, hopefully, will give pilots a head-up advantage.

With the UAV being built larger to accommodate a transponder and strobes, which both require an electrical system, it should be to some degree easier to see than a smaller counterpart.

Also, as the price of a UAV climbs, less would be sold to “Regular Joe’s”.

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When it is all said and done, there needs to be latitude given to those “who were here first”. Aircraft operators and pilots have to adhere to a specific set of rules called the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). Pilots must be of sound health, tested every two years for the issuance of a Second Class Medical. The aircraft must pass annual inspections governed by the FAA. How is it UAVs and their operators do not have to do the same?

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We are using the Avia 106-inch, 3-blade propeller which is showing about 245 pounds more static thrust over the Hartzell. The engine has a continuous 850 SHP rating up to 106°F or 41°C. We expect to deliver the aircraft to our Nebraska customer upon FAA approval, who has operated both a -15 and -34 engine 502.

Tom Welch Cascade Aircraft Conversions Garfield, Washington Hello Tom; Thanks for the update on the -42 conversion. I know 502 pilots will find it very interesting. I look forward to talking with the new owner and his pilot after working it this season. Let’s plan on an article in the fall.—Bill

chatting I just wanted to say hello and thanks for chatting with me the other day as I was taxiing my PA-25-260 to runway 18 at PXE to accomplish my FAA Skills Test! I enjoyed chatting with you and was more than ready to get that test knocked out...all went well and would recommend anyone to get that “one time only endorsement”!

I’ve recently retired from the GA ANG (JSTARS) and have started spraying sweet corn in south GA as a pilot/plane for hire. Hard to believe I get paid to do this! I’d love to sit down with you next time I’m up that way and hear some stories of your Pawnee days! It’s a wonderful airplane and I’m enjoying flying it! Hope your trip went well and you didn’t burn too much fuel waiting for me to pass by and get out of the pattern!! God Speed!

Herb Maraman Tifton, GA

Hello Herb; Congratulations on passing your skills test. I hope you have a long, safe and prosperous career in ag-aviation. As for burning too much fuel waiting on you, it was nothing. I had to wait on the engines to warm up.

Be sure you read the July edition of AgAir Update. When I saw you, I was on my way to Sebring, Florida for a flight evaluation of LAVIASA’s all new PA-25 p3 with its 260 HP engine and 3-blade propeller; a totally different and better performing Pawnee than the ones I flew in the 1970s. After this year, you may be in the market for one of them!—Bill

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by Bill Lavender A couple of months ago, I settled into the seat of the same type of ag-aircraft that started my first ag-flying season.

Although the familiar appearance resonated with me, the aircraft that I found myself in some 40 years later was completely different. I remember well my very first takeoff in a Piper Pawnee PA-25 Hutcherson conversion with a 250 HP O-540 Lycoming engine and fixed pitch prop. I am not sure what the operator had done to make the engine have 15 more horsepower, but I know it required 100-octane fuel instead of the 80-octane fuel other 235 HP Pawnees were using at the time.

The reason I remember that first takeoff so well is, based on my training in a C-150, I set the nose of the Pawnee on the horizon and darn near stalled the aircraft on departure (Or, thought I was going to. Pawnee “noses” are inherently positioned lower than a typical aircraft).

I spent a long hot summer in that Pawnee and learned a lot of things not to do in an ag-plane. It was a very forgiving aircraft and basically easy to fly, even for a pilot with less than 200 hours and no tailwheel time.

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Fast forward to almost exactly, within a month, 40 years and I find myself evaluating the all new PA25 p3. This aircraft’s design is based on the original C-model Pawnee, now with several performance enhancements, along with other improvements.

No longer manufactured by Piper, an Argentine company, LAVIASA, now builds the PA25 p3 in Mendoza, Argentina and has recently received U.S. Special Airworthiness Certification. The aircraft is marketed by Randy and Beverly Berry of Eagle Vistas, LLC in Sebring, Florida.

Their invitation for me to evaluate the PA-25 p3 was my reason for being in Sebring.

Randy and Beverly are familiar with agpilot training and entry level ag-pilots.

They own and operate Eagle Vistas’ agpilot training school and have graduated numerous students in the last several years. As a matter of fact, one of their students, Mike Rowell, graduated from their ag-course the day I flew the PA-25 p3. Mike is an example of a prime candidate to own a PA-25. He is a large peanut farmer in the Panhandle of Florida and will use an ag-plane to treat

his peanuts, usually every 10-14 days for about 8-10 applications in a growing season. The Berry’s are convinced there is a need for a simple and easy aircraft to fly and maintain for low or no-time ag pilots. They witness this need every day.

They are also firm believers there is a place in the large turbine operation for a more economical ag-plane to treat smaller fields.

Do you remember the truck commercial, “This is not your father’s truck”, or some such thing? Well, this “ain’t” your typical Pawnee. The PA-25 p3 is not the same as the Pawnee I flew in 1974; not by a long shot. At the time, 100 to 125 gallons in the Hutcherson Pawnee I flew was a heavy load when flying over the peanut fields of Georgia. Even though it had been decades since I had flown a Pawnee, I loaded the PA-25 p3 with 150 gallons and a 3/4 tank of fuel (about 45 gallons) and flew it with ease.

On departure, I picked up the AWOS and was told the density altitude was 2,000 feet; not a real hot day, but warm enough to have an effect on the performance of an ag-plane.

Everyone knows nothing takes the place of horsepower and much of the PA-25 p3’s performance can be attributed to its IO-540-D4A5 engine with 260 HP and a quiet, three-blade Hartzell HC-C3YR1RF/F8468A constant speed propeller with spinner. When you increase horsepower you should expect a better performing aircraft. The Lycoming 540 series engine is virtually bullet proof.

The IO-540 is being operated in different parts of the world on av-gas, mo-gas and ethanol. In 2000, an STC for using 100% ethanol in Piper Pawnees was issued to Dr. Max Shauck, while director of the Baylor Institute for Air Science at Baylor University in Waco, Texas.

I first flew the p3 empty for a trial run.

To be honest, I was surprised at the tightness of the controls. I can’t say if it was the aircraft or just simply me.

However, with the first load of 100 gallons, the tightness went away and the aircraft flew with the nimble ease that only can be had with a Pawnee. There was no staggering, no sagging, I hardly knew the aircraft was carrying 100 gallons. I was using 24” and 2,400 RPM, burning 15.8 GPH and that was plenty of power.

The confidence level rose such that on the third flight I increased the load from 100 gallons to 150 gallons. For the turbine pilot, a 50-gallon increase in a load is “pocket change”. For the PA-25 pilot, it is relative to a 50% increase in the load.

Using 25” and 2,500 RPM and burning only 16.5 gallons an hour, the airplane carried the 150 gallons comfortably and was certainly not in any kind of a struggle. This is really important for the new ag-pilot. He will have a lot of things going on inside and outside of the cockpit. He doesn’t need for his aircraft to be teetering on the edge of a stall while in a turn.

the pilot will be able to fill the 180-gallon hopper and 53-gallon fuel tank. There is plenty of fuel to stay out on a low-volume load, over three hours with a small reserve. Even more time can be had when the pilot reduces the power and subsequent fuel consumption as he works off the load.

LAVIASA has been building the PA-25 for at least 15 years, maybe longer. I visited them in Mendoza at least that long ago. With Argentina’s fluctuating economies over the years, it has been difficult for LAVIASA to gain a foothold in the ag-aircraft marketplace.

However, now the company has new owners and directors; Francisco Pocaterra, Miguel Jaramillo and Juan Carlos Venegas, who are taking the reins at LAVIASA and moving the company forward. The recent U.S. FAA Special Airworthiness Certification is proof of that forward movement.

LAVIASA has taken a time-proven agplane and improved on it. Today’s PA-25 p3 has dual firewalls, one before and one aft of the fuel tank. It has MVP-50 Electronics International engine instrumentation with a 28-volt electrical system as standard equipment. The MVP-50 is marvelous with its fuel flow, CHT and EGT indicators. It has countless

The Hoerner-style fiberglass wingtips improve the wings’ performance and the aircraft’s spray pattern. Note the incased strobe light.

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One day soon, every agplane will have this unit.

Already, all new ag-aircraft are being built with it.

The spray system’s pump and valves are U.S.-made by Transland with a Lane Electric Fan Brake unit.

The entire fuselage is 4130 chromoly steel with metal forward fuselage panels.

The wingtip wooden bow is no longer, replaced with better performing Hoerner-style fiberglass wingtips. The cooling lip on the lower cowling has been removed with improved baffling for the IO-540. The MVP-50 readouts proves this works and in doing so improves airflow around the aircraft’s fuselage.

The wings, control surfaces and empennage are covered in synthetic

Beverly and Randy Berry have been involved in ag aviation for more than 40 years.

Randy once was longtime ag-pilot for Southeastern Aerial Crop Service in Fort Pierce, Florida before opening Eagle Vistas, LLC based in Sebring, Florida, an ag-pilot training school, consultant service for ag-aviation and now exclusive U.S. dealer for LAVIASA’s PA-25 p3 aircraft.

A p3 operator can expect 110-115 MPH ferry speeds and that much or more across the field. It will be a rare day at sea level when this aircraft cannot easily carry 150 gallons and full fuel with a set of rotary atomizers attached, such as Davidon’s Hi-Tek Rotary Atomizers that were on the aircraft I flew. Often times,

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Romke Sikkema (L) is an ag instructor at Eagle Vistas’ ag-school, along with Randy Berry. He has been a local general aviation instructor for 20 years and has ag experience. Romke graduated Mike Rowell (R) from Eagle Vistas, LLC’s ag-aviation school during AgAir Update’s evaluation flight.

fabric that offers ease of repair and is lightweight, with aluminum spars fore and aft and aluminum ribs. The wings are strut-braced for strength. The onepiece, aluminum laminar (spring) main gear is attached at the fuselage mount brackets; no more bungee cords and more streamlined.

Francisco Pocaterra, Director of LAVIASA, and the author hold an enlarged facsimile of the recent FAA Special Airworthiness Certificate issued March 12, 2014 for the PA-25 p3.

Not only has the hopper been increased to 180-gallon capacity, it was done in an aesthetic manner and with a larger hopper lid, too. The PA-25 p3 has a sporty paint scheme that is sure to catch the eye. In the past, the PA-25-260 could only use a two-blade constant speed propeller and no spinner was approved.

Not so with the p3 and its shiny chrome spinner that not only looks good, but improves engine cooling.

I really enjoyed flying the PA-25 p3. It was easy and comfortable flying. Often when I evaluate a new aircraft, it is very sophisticated, complex and challenging

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The existing gear attach points were used to accept the one-piece, aluminum laminar (spring) gear leg on the PA-25 p3. the first few flights. I have to really stay on my “toes”.

With the PA-25 p3, I got no surprises. Without a doubt, the entry level ag-pilot will find this aircraft a safe aircraft to learn how to fly ag. The turbine operator will see many benefits to using the aircraft on those fields that are not profitable for the turbine powered plane. The price tag is around $290,000USD; so is just about any new FAA certified Part 23 aircraft.

The LAVIASA-built PA-25 p3 is already certified and being sold in many Latin American countries. Latin American readers should contact Mr. Francisco Pocaterra and/or Mr. Miguel Jaramillo for more information: fpocaterra@laviasa.com, miguel.jaramillo@laviasa.com. www.laviasa.com

The panel of the PA-25 p3 is clean with plenty of space to mount a large GPS moving map screen. Both TracMap and Satloc GPS units are used in Eagle Vistas, LLC ag-pilot training.

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by Bill Lavender In 2005, I received an email from a helicopter operator in South Africa, Heli-Tractor, owned and operated by Eugene Kalafatis. In the email, Eugene explained to me how he was treating avocado trees with his Enstrom 280C in the mountainous terrain of Tzaneen.

The article was excellent. Since then, Eugene has submitted numerous articles; in 2007 about upgrading his operation to an R44 and in 2011 where he used a UH-1H Huey to spread fertilizer on crops, something never done before by helicopter in South Africa.

After receiving three good and interesting articles, all which made the cover of AgAir Update, and an email association of nearly ten years, I finally had the opportunity to meet Eugene while on my 2014 South Africa Excursion. Eugene invited me to stop by, spend the night on the farm and share a beer or two - exactly what I did!

Eugene Kalafatis was born and raised in South Africa. After serving in the Air Force, he returned home to run the family’s 152-hectare sugarcane farm near Pietermaritzburg. He started helicopter training in an R22 in 1993 and by 1997 had earned his Commercial Pilot’s License. For a couple of years, he flew an assortment of helicopters doing photo, security and charter flying.

Eugene realized that on his farm the sugarcane fields were small, like other sugarcane fields in South Africa, and not conducive to aerial spraying with fixed wing aircraft. So, he bought a 1972 Enstrom 280C with an Agrinautics spray system that carried 300 liters (80 gallons) and put it to work.

Eugene operated the Enstrom for three years. He found that it was too slow at 60 MPH. When it had a bearing failure, he replaced it with a Robinson R22, the only helicopter available at the time. He put the R22 to work, but soon upgraded

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to an R44 with a New Zealand-built Helipod spray system, now built by Simplex. It had a larger 400-liter tank and worked at 70 knots; a faster and more productive machine than either the Enstrom or the R22.

Heli-Tractor operated the R44 successfully for seven years; from 2006 to 2013. However, based at 2,500 MSL, Eugene found himself always in need of more power and capacity. When the opportunity came to upgrade to the Bell Jet Ranger 206, Eugene took it. The Jet Ranger has a Simplex 600-liter spray tank, a 50% increase over the R44. It uses a 16-meter swath (52 feet) for herbicide work and 20-meter (65 feet) swath for insecticides and fungicides flying at 70 knots. However, the capacity gain was not the only advantage of the Jet Ranger.

Now, Eugene could use Jet-A fuel, which is easier to locate and less expensive than avgas.

The typical farmer customer for HeliTractor has 300-500 hectares (750-1,250 acres). However, a few larger farmers have a many as 5,000-6,000 hectares

Eugene Kalafatis briefs the Heli-Tractor ground crew before loading the Bell Jet Ranger 206.

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It is an early morning start as the HeliTractor ground support crew prep the Jet Ranger.

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(12,500-15,000 acres). Seventy percent of Heli-Tractor’s flying is over sugarcane fields. Two-thirds of that work is applying a ripening agent, like Fusilade.

The balance of the cane flying in the past three years has been a fungicide application of Abacus.

Approximately 15% of Heli-Tractor’s flying is insecticide applications and glyphosate on black wattle trees and a mixture of applications on small

grains and pine, macadamia and pecan trees. Some flying includes a fungicide application on maize (corn). The remaining 15% of the flying is over avocado trees in Tzaneen.

Spraying for Heli-Tractor begins in September treating stinkbugs and thrips on avocado trees. Applications are made at 30 liters per hectare (3 GPA) using 80° flat fan nozzles and guided by a TracMap GPS. These applications end in October.

Eugene Kalafatis with his stainless steel GROUND-EFFECT spreading bucket used for fertilizer applications with the Bell Jet Ranger 206.

During November and December, the Jet Ranger is busy fertilizing maize and sugarcane using a GROUND-EFFECT spreading bucket.

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The season comes to a close in July and August when HeliTractor relocates to the Western Cape at Swellendam. Here wheat, canola, oats and barley are treated with one application of a fungicide with an insecticide usually mixed in as needed.

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It was really good to finally meet Eugene. He and his wife, Maggie, were excellent hosts that prepared a fantastic steak served with fine South African wine. It was off to bed early

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with Eugene warning we would be waking at 4 a.m. to drive to the landing zone at a customer’s farm and be ready for the first load at daylight. That sure made for a long day with Theunis, my driver, and myself. Departing, while Eugene was steady working the Jet Ranger, our next stop of the 2014 AgAir Update South Africa Excursion would be in the Dargle Valley of the KwaZula Natal Midlands to visit Mitch and Lyn Spall of Natal Aerial Spray.

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Though sites of action can be referred to by the protein function they inhibit, such as acetolactate synthase (ALS) or p-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD) they are also grouped numerically based on their function.

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“Because it is the key to a herbicide’s effectiveness, we recommend using a variety of effective sites of action,” said Chad Brommer, Biologist, Herbicides at BASF. “Utilizing different sites of action is like having multiple tools in your weed control tool belt.”

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It was Nancy’s birthday and I had nearly forgotten it! After making my purchases, I headed southwest out of town.

About three miles out, I lost my power steering. A second or two later the battery light came on and then the overheat light came on. I pulled over immediately onto a dirt field road and called AT&T road service, to which I had a subscription. I told the lady what had happened and after I gave her all of my identification information, I told her that my cell phone battery was just about to give up the ghost. I told her where I was located and where I wanted to have the van towed. Just as she was giving me the phone number to call for road service, my phone died. Now I was stuck out in the boonies with a broken down van and no cell phone.

I should mention that I had a truck at the airport, but the keys for it were at home over 20 miles away.

Just as I was sitting there contemplating my predicament, I looked up and there was a gentleman standing outside my open door. I liked to have jumped out of my skin. He had two earrings in each ear, a long goatee, bald head on top with a pony tail in the back and lots of tattoos. I quickly felt

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To achieve the outcomes articulated in the FY 2014-2018 Plan, the agency outlined four cross-agency strategies: • Working toward a sustainable future; • Working to make a visible difference in communities; • Launching a new era of state, tribal, local, and international partnerships; and • Embracing EPA as a high-performing organization.

The EPA developed the FY 2014-2018 Strategic Plan in accordance with the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) Modernization Act of 2010. Reflecting the agency’s interest in reaching out to stakeholders and communities, the EPA requested input on a draft plan last winter from over 800 organizations and individuals and issued a Federal Register Notice to solicit broad public feedback. As appropriate, the EPA incorporated suggestions and comments received in the final Plan. The Strategic Plan is available at: www2.epa.gov/ CONTACT INFORMATION planandbudget/strategicplan Office: (979) 531-8885 Fax: (281) 533-9398 Email: sales@houstonairmotive.com Website: www.houstonairmotive.com

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In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, before submitting a request for a new Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval, the EPA solicited comments from potentially affected entities on specific aspects of the proposed information collection. Entities potentially affected by the voluntary collection activities under this ICR include pesticide application equipment manufacturers, chemical manufacturers, pesticide registrants, university researchers and others who have an interest in reducing spray drift.

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by Jennifer Marsik Friess, Operation S.A.F.E. Technician, GarrCo The long row of cars and trucks parked along the fence at Downstown Aero Crop Service one May morning had the commuters on Harding Highway in Vineland, N.J. wondering what they were missing out on.

Company president Curt Nixholm and vice president Vern Becker were responsible for getting all those folks in the hangar with the promise of a day filled with great education and good BBQ. Certified Operation Self-regulating Application and Flight Efficiency, or S.A.F.E., Analysts John Garr, of adjuvant manufacturer GarrCo Products, Inc., and Dr. Dennis Gardisser, of WRK of Arkansas LLC, an application technology

and aviation insurance company, were conducting a spray clinic for Downstown.

Last year, Jeff Chorman of Chorman Spraying, LLC hosted a spray clinic that Garr and Gardisser donated to the National Agricultural Aviation Association convention auction.

Downstown brought planes to that flyin, and decided to host a spray clinic of its own this year.

“We felt it was important to bring Dennis and John back to test our airplanes and rebuilds, and we wanted to bring our customers behind the scenes of our operation,” Nixholm explained.

Gardisser said it’s a great concept that’s growing among operators. “We’re getting

a fair number of private workshops, which reflects the continued commitment of operators to ensure that they are providing the best possible spray for their customers,” he said.

“Fly-ins are where operators can get a clear look at different spray rates and tank mixes,” Garr added. “The string analysis, card analysis and dry sample collection gives pilots and operators a look at droplet size and swath uniformity, so they have a good idea of what’s going to get to the plant.”

Tom Sedeyn of Salem Spray Service, Inc. in Salem, N.J., wanted to get that performance perspective for his rebuilt Ag Cat 600. “I wanted to come down today since this plane has never been

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“Dennis advised me to remove one right-hand, in-board nozzle to just outside the outer tip of the propeller. It’s about what I expected. It’s been very educational and helpful.”

Although Nixholm had the company’s turbine Ag Cat characterized last year at the Chorman fly-in, he wanted to look at doing 100 pounds per acre dry, “just to make sure we could to it.”

Gardisser’s suggestion for that plane was to install 2-inch vanes on the front side of the hopper door to offset propwash.

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Downstown has been successfully servicing the Northeast since 1945. Customers includw the New Jersey Forestry, New Jersey Department of Agriculture, blueberry growers, state mosquito control, the New Jersey Natural Resources Conservation Service, farmers and one of the largest cranberry producers in the world, Pine Island Cranberry Co., Inc. “We have 1,400 acres of cranberry bogs in Chatsworth, New Jersey,” explained Cristina Tassone, integrated crop manager for Pine Island. “We’ve worked with Downstown since the 1950s. We use them for fertilizing, pest management and disease control from May until October.”

Tassone said Downstown’s commitment to quality and safety is impressive to see in-person, and matches Pine Island’s values.

“Hosting an event like this re-emphasizes Downstown’s commitment to their company and customers,” she added.

“Their dedication to continuous improvement gives us confidence in their applications, their commitment to their customers and their own development.”

Nixholm was grateful for the attendance of Pine Island and several other customers.

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“You have to hand it to Downstown for ensuring that their airplanes are operating at maximum efficiency,” said Andrew Moore, executive director of NAAA. Moore followed Gardisser and Garr’s luncheon presentation on liquid and dry application and deposition with background on the industry’s selfregulation and improvement efforts: “Between Operation S.A.F.E., and the NAAA and National Agricultural Aviation Research and Education Foundation’s Professional Aerial Applicator’s Support System, the annual average of accidents per hours flown has decreased 21 percent since 1998, and drift incidents have decreased 26 percent. Operation S.A.F.E. is a premiere program conducted by highly trained analysts nationwide, and the consumers reap the dividends.”

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“The fifth angel sounded his trumpet, and I saw a star that had fallen from the sky to the earth. The star was given the key to the shaft of the Abyss. When he opened the Abyss, smoke rose from it like the smoke from a gigantic furnace. The sun and sky were darkened by the smoke from the Abyss (Revelation 9:1-2). Note the “star that had fallen.” Isaiah 14:12-15 and Luke 10:18 tell us of Satan being removed for God’s presence—but he had access to heaven to accuse believers (Job 1, Revelation 12:10).

Revelation 12:7-9 says Satan and his demons have been totally removed from heaven to earth. God allows Satan the key to the Abyss to turn loose demons who have been locked up because of their cohabitating with human women and producing a mixed race of unredeemable demon/ human monsters (Genesis 6:1-4, 2 Peter 2:4, Jude 6-7).

God destroyed these monsters in the flood. The only pure humans were Noah and his family (Genesis 6:8). God’s wrath has come to the land, sea, fresh water, heavens, and now it has come to sinful humanity.

“Out of the smoke locusts came down on the earth and were given power like that of scorpions of the earth.

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They had tails with stingers, like scorpions, and in their tails they had power to torment people for five months.

We are given a visual description of these demons. “The locusts looked like horses prepared for battle. On their heads they wore something like crowns of gold, and their faces resembled human faces. Their hair was like women’s hair, and their teeth were like lions’ teeth. They had breastplates like breastplates of iron, and the sound of their wings was like the thundering of many horses and chariots rushing into battle. They had tails with

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Jesus said Satan was a murderer from the beginning and the father of lies (John 8:44).

This is a world-wide attack from powerful demonic forces that are armed, and dressed for war, and their goal is to persecute ungodly humans. These demons are intelligent, seductive, powerful, and rational beings. These demons are a spiritual army that have supernatural strength and human weapons are useless against them. They are victorious over all human forces. Only God has the power to control and defeat these demonic forces.

There’s no earthly cure of any kind for the sting of these demons—only people who belong to God escape the torture of these demonic forces. These demons can travel at great speed, maybe even the speed of light.

There is no hiding from these demons, they have supernatural vision, hearing, and knowledge. Sinful humans are totally under the dominion of these demonic beings.

the seas, ships and fish have been destroyed, one third of the fresh water is gone, the grass is burned up, most of the animals are gone and fiery and destructive objects have fallen from the sky. The air is polluted with the smoke and ash from the pit of hell that chokes people and covers everything. Billions of people are in extreme pain from the sting of the demons and wish for death, but God will not let them die. This is what will eventually happen to the sinful people of this earth. Only faith in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior can change our wicked hearts and minds and save us from God’s wrath. That is a personal choice everyone has to make for their self.

“The rest of mankind who were not killed by these plagues still did not repent of the work of their hands; they did not stop worshiping demons, and idols of gold, silver, bronze, stone and wood—idols that cannot see or hear or walk. Nor did they repent of their murders, their magic arts, their sexual immorality or their thefts” (Revelation 9:20). Mankind’s thoughts, motives, and actions are as vile, wicked and wretched as ever—not even God’s judgments can change sinful humanity. That is the natural state of humanity—we are born with a sinful nature.

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Why aircraft engine valves stick and fail The air-cooled internal combustion engine is a classical study of a machine designed to either (a) tear itself up or (b) melt itself down! It eventually does the former and sometimes comes very near doing the later. For sure, the aircooled engine is a marvel. It produces more heat, or energy, than you can imagine. (It just doesn’t use it very well - maximum utilization is about 25%, whereas 40% goes out the exhaust) Spark plug people will tell you that their product sees 5,432 degrees F° at ignition and when the valve opens into the combustion chamber it lets gases of approximately 2,000 degrees F° escape.

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Failures can be divided into two categorizes: burning and breakage; and they in turn have only two (2) contributing variables; mechanical and thermal. Least this be thought simple read on.

Burning failures are caused either by (a) leakage or (b) local hot spot. Causes for the local hot spots are: 1. improper rotator, 2. pre ignition, 3. scale from deposits or casting flash 4. micro-welding caused by improper fuels (or unleaded fuel).

With this plateful of wonderful reasons, who could ask for anything more? Read on, we have another effect which is even more formidable.

Leakage is easily identified but hard to correct. The causes for leakage

are channeling and poor seating.

Channeling is the easiest to detect and has only four (4) causes: 1. Deposit flaking, 2. Face penning 3. Radial head cracking 4. Face corrosion.

The reason for poor seating isn’t so easily ascertained, simply because there is so many possibilities. The four (4) major causes are: 1. Off square run-out distortion 2. Sticking 3. Insufficient tappet clearance 4. Face corrosion Off square is caused by hot distortion, cold distortion (improper assembly) or improper machining of the valve or seat. Sticking, the subject for numerous fixes, are cause by: 1. Stem deposits (heat) caused by (a) excessive guide clearance or (b) Over-lubrication or 2. Stem scuffing cause by either (a) insufficient guide clearance or (b) marginal lubrication. Either way

the return to good health is not easily prescribed nor is it easily administered.

Now we come to a favorite - insufficient tappet clearance. This can be fixed very easily once ascertained whether it is being caused by 1. Improper adjustment, 2. Malfunction-of the tappet or 3. Face wear or seat recessing which is reflection either (a) over-speed, (b) weak or a broke valve spring or (c) burning unleaded fuel.

Sticking and failing valves can be a complex subject, deserving more detailed information than space permits.

Hopefully, the foregoing will stimulate considerable thought about aircraft engine valves.

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His vision of a world without hunger drove the organization toward their goals of a worldwide Food Park System. He and his comrades held to the idea of Direct Action, instead of appealing to authorities and began the work toward their goal without any outside help or permission.

Dr. Arma was said to have survived a fiery plane crash in France which left him with severe burns and disfigurement. Despite this and the cultural and language barriers he encountered in the United States, Dr. Arma was able to not only set up a large research laboratory on the near east side of Indianapolis, but also enlist the help of veteran pilots and scientists who shared his vision. With his disappearance in 1937, all the paperwork and research associated with this various inventions and efforts were lost. What was left of the MAAA inventory and property ended up in the Paul Baumer estate, which together with the Mutual Aid Foundation, has made this exhibit possible.

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The Midwest Aeronautical Agriculture Association Founded by Dr. Choro Arma in 1924, the MAAA sought to create a Food Park System throughout the world, starting in the US Midwest, using aviation and other new technologies. Food Parks were to be clustered around major cities and populations centers and be similar in nature to the National Parks System.

Free food for all people could easily be had by those in need, utilizing this model plants selected for these parks were special hybrids, developed by Dr. Arma... fruit tree saplings, nut trees, bush varieties and other plants were developed which could survive their specific temperature and soil zones. These Food Parks would be undeveloped small acreage, planted from the air using seed and saplings delivery systems devised by Dr. Arma and his team. In addition, the MAAA studied and developed systems for cloud seeding, cloud fertilization, aerial dispersion of special liquid fertilizers on acreage, new spray weed reductions methods, ground penetrating aerially delivered saplings and seeds, and many other methods and technologies.

Early members of the MAAA were US Army Air Corps veterans who fought as pilots in World War I. These dedicated pilots flew many missions and helped develop the MAAA program.

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There became an evident need for an ag-engine facility in the Delta area of Arkansas, Mississippi and Louisiana. Prime Turbines wanted to enhance its presence in the ag-aviation market, so a certified repair station shop was opened in Wynne with LD at the helm.

Fuel nozzles go through a caustic soda bath and then are flow checked before returning to service.

Prime Turbines’ Agricultural Aviation RTC can service all models of the PT6A engine, including conducting HSIs, power section repairs, propeller balancing and engine vibration surveys. Overhauls are sent to Prime Turbines’ facilities in Carrollton, Texas. Servicing can be done in the field, using a Cessna 182 to fly to the operator, or the engine can be brought to the shop in Wynne.

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Prime Turbines shop in Wynne is aptly outfitted with magnaflux and Zyglo machines to check for the integrity of engine parts.

Closing the clearances (gaps) between the CT blades and the shroud segments beyond limits can result in a rub, which is a costly event. Part of Prime Turbines normal HSI is to check this clearance. If there are some below minimums, often they can be repaired with a special Pratt & Whitney Canada grinding wheel. Waiting to address this could result in not being able to make the repair.

LD pointed out that other crucial items ag-operators can do to get the most from their turbine engine is to adhere strictly to 100-hour inspections and keep fuel and incoming air clean.

Dirty air erodes the interior components of the engine. Dirty fuel causes fuel nozzles to clog completely or partially causing hot spots. Fuel nozzles should be cleaned with an ultrasonic cleaner using a caustic soda bath and then flow checked.

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Wind in the wires load left and it was already in the airplane. I figured I could get out there, spray it and be done before the weather reached us. I really should have known better.

I located it and pressed on. The airplane got a little jostle, just a little bit of a shove here and there. You don’t have to fly into bad weather too many times before you recognize those symptoms for what’s about to come. The airplane was full of chemical and I didn’t want to bring it back. “Surely there'll be enough time,” I thought to myself.

As I flew toward the field, I searched for the blinking light on the spotter’s truck.

I made my first few passes with no problems. A little bit of wind in the

It was one of those moments when you realize that you probably shouldn’t have taken off.

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turns, but not too bad. I pulled up from the field at the halfway point and right into the slathering fangs of a giant wind dog...a hungry, angry old dog...with rabies! I dug in my heels and gripped the stick until my knuckles popped. I called the spotter. “What are you reading for wind,” as if it would make a difference.

Again, I heard the shrug. “It’s okay,” was all he said. I gritted my teeth and herded the airplane around to make another pass. I was going to finish the job regardless of the circumstances.

Surprisingly, once I got below the wires the air was smooth as a catfish belly!

Only when I pulled up over the wires was it rough. I was glad I was flying crosswind, but had to extend out to the downwind turn by a half mile or more. I was coming around the corner like a bob sled. Over the palm trees with tops shaking like pompoms at a pep rally and down into the field. Swish! The upwind turn was a lot quicker than it’s opposite, no turn out required, just a notch of flaps and 180 degrees went by quick.

I was getting tired fast and was thankful when the light-bar flashed “LAST”.

Flying in the wind is something most of us have to do at one time or another and something I don’t think too many of us enjoy. It makes a challenging job tougher and takes all the fun out of the it. It makes flying start to look way too much like work, especially at night. The guys who fly in the Midwest are probably the experts at wind flying. I know 15 MPH in Kansas is considered a calm day. In the Midwest you either fly in the wind, or you don’t fly at all.

When you’re dealing with the wind, especially deceptive conditions like I described, it’s easy to get fooled into making some dicey runway decisions.

Consider your approach and departure and how an increasing tailwind will affect the aircraft’s performance. You might get the tail up and the wheels off, but a 10 MPH or better tailwind 20 feet up will make the airplane sag and steal whatever lift advantage you had.

Dumping a load or parking the airplane in the weeds messes up the whole plan.

The closest I’ve ever come to making a dent in the ground was the result of trying to outfly a downwind turn.

Rushing your turns is a rookie’s mistake and we know it has resulted in more than enough smashed airplanes and pilots.

Using the wind to your advantage instead of fighting it takes a little finesse and patience, but it is a skill that an ag pilot needs to master.

A downwind turn requires a much larger swing into the upwind in order to compensate for the downwind portion of the maneuver. Swing out wide and keep your bank angle shallow, sixty degrees will keep your wings stuck in the air and will bring you around smoothly enough to catch your line without struggling. Increasing the bank angle too much will give the wind a leverage advantaged on your up wing and might put you on your back. Two hundred feet up in a turn is an eye blink of time between flying and hitting the ground.

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I know a lot of this might seem academic to fellow pilots, but it’s something worth considering now and then. July is a busy time of year and historically the most hazardous month for ag pilots.

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Planes: Fire & Rescue hits theaters in 3D on July 18, 2014 “Planes: Fire & Rescue” is a new adventure-comedy about a dynamic crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting historic Piston Peak National Park from raging wildfire. When world-famous air racer Dusty Crophopper learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting.

“It’s a movie about second chances,” says director Bobs Gannaway (“Secret of the Wings”). “Each character was something else before finding their current roles, and Dusty is a crop duster-turned-racer who can’t race any more. When we learned that historically, the very first air attack teams were crop dusters, it was clear that the plane was telling us where the story was going.” Dusty joins forces with veteran fire-andrescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited air tanker Dipper, heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers.

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Question: When I fly my airplane into an airport without a tower in Class G airspace, would I be violating any regulation by not flying a traffic pattern?

FAR 91.126(b) does not state a complete traffic pattern must be flown. However, the FAA expects pilots to use good judgement.

Operating in the apparent traffic pattern and utilizing two-way communications is always a good idea. Remember, although agpilots fly under Part 137 during applications, the rest of the flight is considered conducted per FAR's Part 91.

Answer: FAR 91.126(b) specifically addresses this question: Per the FAR, "When approaching to land at an airport without an operating control tower in Class G airspace— 1. Each pilot of an airplane must make all turns of that airplane to the left unless the airport displays approved light signals or visual markings indicating that turns should be made to the right, in which case the pilot must make all turns to the right; and 2. Each pilot of a helicopter or a powered parachute must avoid the flow of fixed-wing aircraft."

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The pilot stated that after returning to the airfield from a local flight, he elected to land on runway 36 and acknowledged the presence of a quartering tailwind on final approach. After touchdown, the airplane continued to the left, departed the runway, and collided with a ditch.

Examination of the airplane revealed substantial damage to the left and right wings respectively. The reported wind at the airport about the time of the accident was from 160 degrees at 7 knots, gusting to 14 knots. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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NTSB Identification: *WPR14LA206* Date: May 23, 2014 Location: Waitsburg, WA Aircraft: WILLIAMS HELICOPTER CORP UH 1H Injuries: 1 Minor.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN14WA254* Date: May 26, 2014 Location: Seron, Spain Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR AT802 Injuries: 1 Fatal.

On May 26, 2014, about 1400 UTC, an Air Tractor AT-802 airplane, impacted terrain during a firefighting operation near Seron, Spain. A post-impact fire occurred and the airplane was subsequently destroyed. The pilot sustained fatal injuries. The local flight departed from Gergal, Spain, at time unknown.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN14LA255* Date: May 27, 2014 Location: Gueydan, LA Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 602 Injuries: 1 Fatal.

On May 27, 2014, at 0835 central daylight time an Air Tractor AT-602, was destroyed when it collided with powerlines then terrain while spraying a rice field in Gueydan, Louisiana.

The commercial pilot was fatally injured.

Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed for the aerial spraying flight conducted under 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137.

A witness stated that he was driving his tractor parallel to the field the airplane was spraying.

He was headed north and the wind was from the south between 15 and 25 knots. The witness said the airplane passed by him going to the north, crossed over the powerlines and made a long, sweeping left hand turn to the south. The witness said the airplane had plenty of time and space to set up for his next pass.

When the airplane was headed back toward the south, it was in a descent when it collided with the powerlines and immediately nosed over into the ground. He saw a puff of white smoke followed by a puff of black smoke when

the airplane struck the powerlines. The witness then called 911 and responded to the scene.

NTSB Identification: *WPR14LA220* Date: June 02, 2014 Location: Gardiner, MT Aircraft: AERO COMMANDER CALLAIR A 9B Injuries: 1 Serious.

An Aero Commander, Callair A-9B sustained substantial damage during a forced landing shortly after departure. The airplane was under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137. The commercial pilot was seriously injured.

The pilot reported that the airplane's climb rate was not sufficient after takeoff and he decided to perform an emergency landing on a grass field. During the landing sequence, the airplane's wing struck terrain and the airplane came to rest upright.

Postaccident examination of the airplane by a FAA inspector revealed substantial damage to the airplane's fuselage and wings. The airplane was recovered to a secure storage facility for further examination.

Air Tractor AT-802F fleet lands in China

In January 2014, the first three of six AT-802F aircraft are ready for their flight from Olney Texas to northeast China.

A colorful ceremony and an exchange of symbolic gifts marked the delivery of six Air Tractor AT-802F aircraft to Beidahuang General Aviation Company (BGA) on a brisk spring day in Jiamusi China. Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch and Managing Director Peter Mackay of Field Air Sales & Maintenance Pty. Ltd. were on hand to conclude the delivery

agreement with representatives of BGA. The company is a subsidiary of the Beidahuang Group, a provincial-level state farm agribusiness corporation based in the northeastern China province of Heilongjiang.

“Field Air and Air Tractor have been working since 2007 to establish and

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Air Tractor completed the delivery of six dual-use firefighting and agricultural spray aircraft for the spring season in northeast China. The first group of three single-engine AT-802Fs arrived in March after a 7,000-mile ferry flight across the Pacific Ocean via Hawaii, the Marshall Islands, Guam, Osaka Japan and a final leg to Jiamusi China. The second group of three arrived at the end of April.

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Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch added “We are pleased to provide BGA with the most advanced agricultural and firefighting aircraft available in the world today. Once they see for themselves the performance, productivity and reliability of Air Tractor, we’re confident they will order even more. We are looking forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship.”

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Left: Zheng Bo, first non-English speaking BGA pilot to solo in the AT-802F. To his right, Field Air flight instructor Stephen Rossington.

The 2-seat tandem cockpit AT-802F is the world’s most popular single engine air tanker. It carries a useful load of 8,790 lb (3,987 kg) with an FAA certificated gross weight of 16,000 lb (7,257 kg). A Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67AG turbine engine powers the airplane. The first of BGA’s new AT-802F aircraft, serial number 802-0483, is specially outfitted for training, with flight controls and instruments in both the front and rear cockpits.

All six of the bright yellow and blue aircraft are equipped with the Air Tractor Gen II Fire Retardant Dispersal System (FRDS).

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Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch makes a presentation to a BGA official at the ceremony marking the delivery of six AT-802F aircraft.

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Cockpit instrumentation includes “glass panel” digital engine instruments, VHF and HF radios, attitude indicator, directional gyro, vertical speed indicator and emergency locator transmitter.

In addition to aerial firefighting missions, BGA plans to use the AT-802F aircraft for agricultural spraying operations. On the belly of each aircraft is a custom-built stainless spray system that re-routes contents of the airplane’s 800-gallon hopper to spray booms suspended beneath the wings. A Satloc® G4 GPS system and IntelliFlow® flow controller automatically provides an accurate constant flow or a variable rate based on prescription

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Because the aircraft are to be used for very different applications and working environments, Peter Mackay notes that it’s important that flight operations begin with a foundation of manufacturer and dealer support. “We look forward to working with BGA to support and maximize the benefits and capabilities of their Air Tractor investment during this exciting time of China’s agricultural and aerial firefighting development,” he said.

To that end, Field Air Sales & Maintenance provided BGA an initial inventory of aircraft spare parts, tools and aircraft maintenance equipment. It’s part of a larger, long-term commitment by Field Air, Air Tractor and Pratt & Whitney Canada to provide BGA with a best practices knowledge base, along with maintenance and pilot training for successful operations with their new Air Tractor fleet.

Before the arrival of the aircraft, support activities began with engineers from Pratt and Whitney Canada arriving in China to provide dedicated PT6 Large series turbine engine training to BGA engineers. After the aircraft arrived at Jiamusi, BGA engineers joined Field Air engineers in assembling and installing the custom spray system, testing the fire gate system, and performing initial annual aircraft inspections. More training was provided for a group of eleven BGA engineers, which

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Field Air will provide nine BGA pilots with flight training in the new aircraft. Several pilots already have previous tail wheel experience in the M18B Domader, consequently the thrust of the Field Air training regime is to help them adjust to turbine engine management and the superior speed and handling characteristics of the AT-802F. The pilots will receive 30 hours of ground instruction, ten hours of dual flight training and three hours of solo time. After soloing, they will receive an additional 20 hours of supervised solo flying to fulfill CAAC requirements prior to beginning flight operations.

A team of Australian pilots managed by Field Air is flying the aircraft in Inner Mongolia during the first operational season.

Immediately following the handover ceremony, three pilots in AT-802F aircraft departed to fulfill an aerial firefighting contract. No sooner had they arrived at their base of operations than the Aussie-piloted aircraft were dispatched to a wildfire.

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2000 AT-402A TT6385, Bantam, Flow control, Wingman, 10 Vane Transland, single point fuel, Lane Brake, Smoker, A/C, Working everyday. Call 501-940-3575 (07-14)

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. For sale or will trade for AT502 C all 701-550 - 988 4 (07-14) I have 3 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 (07-14)

1998 AT-602 with PT6-60, 8523 TTAF&E. 100 hrs. SHOT & power section inspection, Wing Spar replaced in 2010 at George’s.

100 hrs since prop & hub overhaul.

Extensive work done to the engine 100 hours ago leaving alot of time and cycles.

A/C, heart, smoker, windshield washer, Loadhawg, Wingman, Satloc M3 with AutoCal flow control, Kawak hydraulic spray systems. For more information call 318-237-7088 (07-14) 2014 AT-802A -67AG. Available NOW! 308 gal fuel, Lane Electric Brake & Fan, CALL Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales, 800-441-2964 or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com tfn

2011 AT402B -34 AG 1270 Hrs T.T. $595,000 New Annual & Fresh HSI For more information call Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-4412964, or mail@southeasternaircraft.com.

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 (07-14)

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 (07-14) 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 (07-14) Looking for a quality used Air Tractor?

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

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.

Call 254-253-1736 rogerk@clearwire. net (07-14) 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 (07-14) 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 (07-14) 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 (07-14) 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

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 (07-14) 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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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 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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2012 AT-602 -60 AG ... $895,000. For more information call Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964, or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com. tfn

Dealer For Every Major Ag Aviation Parts and Supplies 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 (07-14)

PRICE REDUCED! 1997 AT-602 -60AG N602KP S/N 602-0421 , 0 time since factory wing spar replacement , 0 time since hot section/ major repair CT blades/ vane ring, prop 950 SMOH, Satloc Bantam unit, Wingman, Lane Fan, electric pump brake, well maintained, spray ready, COM radio w/ transponder/ELT $425,000 Call 409-656-5998 George Mitchell. (07-14)

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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

1980 AT-301 9971TT, 135 SMOH by Aero. Over 3000 hr left on wings. No corrosion, new hopper, new brakes, new windshield. Recent annual by George’s Aircr af t. $139,0 0 0 25 4 -253 -1736 rogerk@clearwire.net (07-14)

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 (07-14)

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2014 AT-502B FTO extended engine warranty 2014 AT-802A FTO extended engine warranty 2012 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 700 TTSN 2010 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 2100 TTSN 1995 AT-402A PT6-27 1997 AT-502B Walter M601 E-11 First $325K takes it.

L arge selection of par ts, for more information contact Farm Air Inc. 877715-8476 or Carrie or Randy at your Air Tractor parts at 309-759-4646. tfn

2014 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 tfn 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 (07-14)

Large Selection of PT6 Accessories New Turbine Props and Blades 0 SMOH 1340 Younkin S/S Pumps, Booms and Center Boom for Air Tractor

Jack Frost jrfrost47@hotmail.com Frost Flying Inc Office 870-295-6213 Fax 870-295-6674

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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

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 318-282-7292 or 318-552-6533 (07-14)

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 (07-14)

Don’t miss a great deal on these beautiful models, great addition to your growing collection. Call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn 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 (07-14)

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. For more information call 870-295-6213 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 (07-14) 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 (07-14) 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 1991 AT-502-0152- PT6A-34AG,N1515G, times since engine light O/H, 2050.8, SHSI 0.0, TTAF 10268.7, Refurbished airframe, Satloc Bantam, electric fan and brake, A/C, late model paint scheme looks and runs great, ready to work! $395,000 Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft 800-441-2964 tfn

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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, flow control $750,000 For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn

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, 5,050 TTAF&E, Satloc, No Damage, Fresh His, Fresh Annual $525,000.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX: 281-232-5401. tfn

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

2010 AT-602. 1750 TTAF&E-60. Smoker Electric brake, Air, Heat, 10 inch hydraulic Gate with Del Norte controller, single point, Wingman, fresh annual, Fresh HSI, Prop IRAN, overhaul starter generator $885,000 call 870-265-5011 (07-14) 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 (07-14) 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 fuel, WIngman, fresh annual, fresh HSI $1,100,000. For more information call 870-295-6213 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

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

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

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

Order your AT-602 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

Air Tractor 402 for more info and price call Darryl or Bill 870-572-9011 (07-14)

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

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

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

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

AT-802: Capacity that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, zippy 190 mph ferry speeds, and greater working capacity than any other ag aircraft on the market - the AT-802 is simply a hoss. With the AT-802 you’ll ferry faster, spray more fields and do bigger jobs all in one load. That’s production that only Air Tractor can offer you. Visit with your Air Tractor dealer about the AT-802. And ask about special Air Tractor financing now available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers. T F N 2002 Air Tractor AT-802A -65, 4153 TT. single place, 308 gallon fuel. See @ queenbeeair.com TFN

Order your AT-502 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

Order your AT-802 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

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

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

1978 Ag Truck, 7000 TT looks like 2000, 25 SMOH, 7th stud case, 856 SPOH, air foil booms, CP nozzles, Crophawk, A/C, new paint & windows, Kevlar leading edges, hydraulic pump. For more information call Jeff Priewe 662-501-5550 or email maxinepriewe@gmail.com (07-14) 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 573-359-0500 tfn 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.

Check stock at preferredairparts.com t fn 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

dromader 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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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 (07-14)

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 (07-14) 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 (07-14)

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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 (07-14) 1981 300 Brave - 4855TT/ 962 hours since new engine/ 67 hours since new propeller: Big hopper, Weathaero fan, super booms with CP nozzles, 2” left side load, nav/ strobe/instrument/landing and taxi lights, 90 gal fuel, Satloc Lite GPS, smoker, com radio, left entry step, left wing spar caps have 1532 hours remaining and right wing spar caps have 3532 hours remaining, good paint/tires/glass. $98,500 559-6861794/ info@johnstonaircraft.com / www. johnstonaircraft.com 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 (07-14)

Order your M18 Dromader Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60. plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdate. com TFN Order your Flying Dromader Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or order online at agairupdate. com TFN

laviasa PA-25 P3 BY LAVIASA-NEW TO MARKETWhat used to be the PIPER Pawnee is now the LAVIASA PA-25 P-3. Updated type certificate & certified airworthy in the US. This is a brand NEW ag airplane with many new improvements like a fuel injected 260 HP Lycoming IO-540-D4A5, with 3 bladed constant speed prop, 53 gal fuel tank, 180 gal hopper, spring aluminum landing gear. Just the right size for small jobs for a commercial operator, training new ag pilots, & for corporate farms to do their own aerial application. This is the Prius of Ag Airplanes! Ready for DEMO flights! New OEM Parts available for all models. NEW OWNERSHIP! For more info call EAGLE VISTAS LLC at 772-285-5506see YouTube: LAVIASA 2014 (02-15)

piper 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

1975 Thrush S2R, Cascade conv. ME601E, Bantam w/flow control, Avenger Wings, Single Pt. Fueling, 465 gal. Hopper, 180 Gal. fuel, Vg’s , Serve Aero Air Foil Tail, Serve Aero large spring tail, New 106 Avia prop, VR-3 Engine Digital Disp., Com Radio. Selling Price $425,000 Call Jon At 719-343-0829 (07-14) 1973 Thrush 600, 5400 TT, Aero Engine 0 TT, AG100-2 prop, ex. wing, Satloc GPS, flow control, S-ring, tailwheel, com chip, light, smoker, VG’s, 29’ wheels, $140,000.

Call 306-268-7400 located in Bengough SK Canada (07-14)

1998 Thrush S2R G -1(Super)/400: Approx. 4400TT airframe, 1400 hrs.

Since Super conversion on Garrett -1, 400 Gal, Single Point, FAST Start, FF Meter, A/C, Smoker, Hopper Rinse, Comm, Dual Landing light, Cool mesh seat and More!

Call ASI JET AG Division for price, pictures, and more details. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer! Selling NEW and Used aircraft ASIJET-AG.COM, give us a call! 952-941-6255 01-15

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 (07-14) 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

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 (07-14)

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

Order your Piper Pawnee 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 Piper airframe parts, continental and Lycoming engine parts and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts!

Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn

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 (07-14) 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

Turbine Thrush, US Registered N8549V, 50 SMOH Garret t TPE331-1 Super (840 hp), all new wheels, 50 SPOH and balance, newer 500 gallon hopper, new M3 with flow, new CP11TT, big crossover, new fuel flow, LR fuel, air, more email norm@skynorth.com or call 306-5365055 (07-14)

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

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 (07-14)

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 Intelliflow, 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 (07-14)

1987 Thrush S2R-T34, 6677 hrs TTAF, 12256 hrs TTE. New spars installed @ 6212 hrs, SS spray system, CP nozzles, 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 (07-14)

1991 Ayres Turbo Thrush Dual Cock Pit, 510 Gallon Hopper, Serial Number: T34159 DC, 10,727 hours total time since new, Engine is a Pratt/Whitney PT6-34 AG. 227 hours since major overhaul Hartzell Propeller. 227 hours since major overhaul with new blades, New lower spar caps and big butterfly plate/227 on new caps, White/Red stripes, Standard spray system, strobes, Heavy Gear Air conditioning, 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, Smoker. Selling price for this aircraft is $475,000.00 USD. FOB Arlington, Ga. Dual controls are available for an additional $30,000.00. Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. bruceandrews62@gmail.com 09-14

2014- N30620, Thrush, S2R-T34, Factory NEW call for information. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, 573-359-0500 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 (07-14)

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

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 (07-14)

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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 (07-14)

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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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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 InteliFlow, 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 TriSet nozzles. Clean as a whistle $375k OBO. Financing Available. For more information please contact NorthStar Aviation 620-356-4528 (07-14)

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 (07-14)

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) 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 2000 660 Thrush 5000 TT 0 time PT6A-65 Zero time prop. New blades, load hot fast start, bottom fuel, new batteries, new tires and brakes. Spray system. Fresh Annual 812877-2587 jim@turbinesinc.com (09-14)

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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.

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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 (07-14)

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No core, $50,000. For more information call 573-692-2160 (07-14) 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 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange.

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Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -14 R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-14 R985 AN 1/14B OHC new pistons chrome cylinders new bearings, Bosch mags warranty outright or exchange. Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 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 (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 (07-14) 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 (07-14)

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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 (07-14) Tri -S e t Hydr aulic N oz zle - Three Deflection angles, Three Orifice sizes, Quick Easy Adjustment, USDA Performance Tested and data Available.

Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-6453605. www.davidononline.com tfn 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 Atomizer s are proven a s the mos t accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA . a s c@ dynafo g .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 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) Transland and Agrinautics authorized distributor – Call us with your needs. Sid or Jerry @ J & C Enterprises 1-800-542-8565 or e-mail jcaviation@pldi.net At fn A SC Rotar y Atomizers - See w w w. dynafog.com/asc results and April 2009 issue of AAU, A. McCracken. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-15 Agrinautics, Inc. Best spray pumps, valves, and strainers in the business! For service w/ a smile,call us at 435-586 -1200. e-mail:agrinaut@cedarcity.net tfn Transland 10 vain spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,500; Agrinautics, Root, Crophawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401.. tfn ASC Rotary Atomizers - Consistent droplets, large flow openings, easy to mount without changing your existing pump, boom and flow control method.

Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317896-2561 A 01-15

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

gps 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.

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

parts Ayres tail for sale. Great condition $25,000 Call Mick 918-720-5108 (07-14) FAA approved STC’d wire cutters for Air Tractors. Storm Cutters are the newest advancement in wire cutter technology (Patent Pending). These cutters mount to the landing gear and have adel clamps positioned along the trailing edge of the gear to secure the brake lines which do away with the standard black zip ties currently used. They are available for the 500 series of Air Tractors and will available for every model of Air Tractor this fall. Contact Hershey Flying Service at 308-368-5556 to order your set, or check us out at www.hersheyflyingservice. com (01-15) Used 502 Wingman $6000. Call 870-2655011 (07-14) Used 602 Wingman, $6000. For more information call 337-789-3529 (07-14)

Set of S2R Thrush wings with lifetime century spar mod. Primed and ready to paint your color. Long wing tips and extended fuel. Call RFS for price 210-8444074 (07-14) Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit. 300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. Kawak Aviation Technologies 541385-5051 kawakaviation.com (09-14) 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 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) 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) 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) Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Par ts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings. MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. tfn Air Tractor Parts New and Used (Associate dealer for Lane Aviation). FWF cowlings 402, 502, 602 many to chose from, removed for Factory and Cascade P-cowl conversions. New and used (Factory Rebuilt) Aileron, Flaps, Elevators, Rudders, Horz/Vert stabs in stock and ready to sale or trade. Call Steve @ North Star Aviation 620-356-4528 srice@pld.com tfn Call Bruce’s Flying Service for all of your Thrush parts needs! 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@ gmail.com.

09-14 Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have par t numbers when contacting us.

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn O/H’D Thrush 29” landing gear & we can repair / rebuild yours. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

Remember J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. Is a Transland, Black Steel Brake and McFarlane dealer. We have a large amount of these brands inventory in stock as well as Cleveland. GE Lighting, Cessna, Piper etc. give us a call for all your parts needs at 800-542-8565 or email us at jcaviation@ pldi.net Atfn LOAD HAWG-The modern, efficient, safe, perfect way to improve your solids application. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp.

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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) Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory.

Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr.

Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn 8 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper, and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com tfn

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) 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)

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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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

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.

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S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830-625-4138. t fn

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

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn The mid-west Air tractor dealer, Farm Air Inc. has expanded its parts department.

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

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

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/ Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn 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 J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi. net At fn NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock ready to ship today. 1-800-437-5319 SkyTractor Supply Company tfn Retrofit Hopper Door for AT-502 and AT-602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair.

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

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

propellers 12D40, 40 hours SIRAN, $8,000. Call 662247-0056 (07-14) 2D30-6101Al2, O/IRAN $11.5K 2D30-AG100-2, OIIRAN $12.5K 22D30-6533Al2, OHC $l5.5K t2D40-6101A12, 175-SIRAN $ l l.5K 12D40-AG100-4S, 0-lRAN $17.5K 22D40-AG200-2, 60-SIR.AN $20.5K 22D40-6533A-12, 852-SOH $20.5K 2204-0-AG200-2, 0-IRAN $19.5K 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 Har t zell model H C- C 2YK-1B F, s/n CH-16579E. For more information email Chucao@tie.cl (07-14) For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Pr o p. H a r t ze l l H C- B5 M P-3C . F i t s AT-502A, AT-503, AT- 602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG-T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0).

Call Steve or Gary 210-924-5561. sales@ dixieair.com. (07-14) Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18, 22D30-6533A-12 12D40-6101A-12, 12D40-AG100-2 22D40-6533A-12, 23D40-6533A-18 23D4 0 -70 05A-12, Call PropWork s, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net 12-14 Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401. TFN

1Hamilton 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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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

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Cascade Pressure Cowl – Standard Equipment with Lifetime Serviceable Air Filter System! 3,000 HR Engine TBO. Auto Start Systems. Lower Operating/ Maintenance Costs. Improved Safety.

Ease of Maintenance Access. Warranty: 1,000 Hr / 1,100 Cycles or 2 Years.

Now taking deposits and scheduling deliveries for mid-late 2011 and early 2012. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com . t f n 3 D 40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -14 Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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vehicles Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-9192317 A 12-14 1975 Ford F600, 10 inch auger unit, 450 gallon fuel system. would make good spare auger truck, $6250. Call Steven Taylor 501-516-5874.

(07-14) 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 (07-14)

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Three Phase “GPU” Rectif ier, Price reduced. Call 870-834-8349 (07-14)

Toy plastic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com tfn Help your little pilot fly high in dream wo r l d w i t h t h e s e B i - P l a n e PJ ’s . . .

A ssor ted sizes available. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

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

Been in loader truck business since 1980.

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Custom Color Prop Tether and Exhaust covers made to fit for Air Tractor 402 502 602 and 802. Poly-Vinyl coated 28 oz. material. Handles for pulling covers off on 602 and 802 covers. Wraps up neatly and compact for storage in baggage compartment out of sight and out of mind. Price is 165 CDN. (approx 148 USD) Plus shipping. Dont forget to ask for your custom color! Will ship to almost anywhere. Let us know! Email claytonairsk@gmail.com or call 306497-7401. http://mkt.com/clay tonair-service-ltd/prop-tether-exhaustcover-at (07-14) 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

Get these photo mats before they fly off the shelve. A great way to display your favorite photos. Call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn HELMET with slide up visor $850. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1200. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 At fn

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1500 gal Jet A refueler; Nissan UD 3300 truck; epoxy lined steel tank: Liquid Control counter with predetermining counter (new 2003); single point and over the wing nozzles: automatic reel. Truck and pump work well; good rubber $13,900 or Will consider trades for auto, truck, or aircraft Call 501-985-1484 AR location. tfn

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Vino? They do say ag pilots age like w in e . Place 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 fn

Crop Duster Video - “The Crop Dusters - The Early Years 1921-1955”; the era of Stearmans and Cubs flying the fields will never be seen again. Available in VHS or DVD. Only $20.00, plus S&H. MC and Visa accepted. Call 478-987-2250 Fax 478-9871836 Historical Video Productions. tfn

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)

Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ FREE SAMPLE http://www.GARRCO.com/freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco. com t f n

services 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

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! Call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

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

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 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 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

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“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

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

Southeastern Aircraft Sales and Service.

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

Call Now 1-800-441-2964 tfn 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.

530-735-6264 tfn

wanted to buy Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl Riddell at 870-572-9011 (07-14) Looking for a 400 gal Super B model Ag cat fuselage frame. Call 701-636-5880 ask for Jay. tfn 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

operations Ever wanted to star t your own AG OPERATION (Under Part 137)? As Ag Aviation Consultants we can help you find an airplane, train you. We can help you get your Operating Certificate-Part 137, Private or Commercial. Call Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506 (02-15) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Only $35 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

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

Turbine Training In Air Tractor AT504.

Email fran@batairspray.com or Phone 306-445-3099 (07-14) 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 (07-14)

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. 620-3564528 srice@pld.com tfn

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)

seat wanted 12000hr pilot, A&P w/ IA wants to get into Ag App business. Looking for business opportunities prior to pilot training. Email zjets1@yahoo.com or call: 561-5423960 (07-14)

Seat needed 9287 T.T. 7674 AG time. 127 Turbine. licensed in Minn. & SK. Canada.

Can license where needed. No claims or wrecks, Corn run or full season. email coryb70@hotmail.com or call 507-4566906 (07-14)

help wanted E x p e r i e n ce d AG Pi l o t Av a i l a b l e Immediately till Mid-September for Corn Run. I do good work and I will take care of your Airplane. Great References. 22,000 hrs AG, over 10,000+ hrs Turbine. Would consider Radial for 25% gross. NAAA Member. Contact me and I will send full resume. Insurance is no problem. Please email responses to blindads@agairupdate. com subject experienced pilot or fax to 478-987-1836 subject experienced pilot (07-15) Pilot wanted immediately for 510/660 Turbine Thrush in Illinois & Indiana for June/July corn. Please contact Jim Mills at 812-877-2587 or peg@turbinesinc. com (07-14)

Bell 206 Jet Ranger Pilot needed for the 2014 season, 1,000TT; 500 rotor, 350 AG preferred, Might be willing to train with the right make and model exprience. For more information please email jmiller@justinaircraft.com or call 806-236-3076 (07-14) 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; mechanical knowledge is a plus.

Email resumes to blindads@agairupdate. com subject: Turbine pilot (07-14) Agricultural pilot for the 2014 Spray Season (June 1 – September 30, 2014) wanted. Applicants must have a minimum of 4000 hours turbine aerial application experience, of which 1000 hours must be on an Air Tractor 502B, clean flight record and must be insurable by our insurance company, must be able to operate SATLOC GPS, proficient in English. Must also have experience with applications of crop protection products on various types of crops. Canadian Commercial Pilots License, Alber ta Aerial Pesticide Applicator’s License is required. Employment Location: Brooks, Alberta, Canada. Email resume, including references to quikwayair@xplornet.com Only successful applicants meeting all requirements will be contacted. (07-14) A & P Mechanic needed for a multi plane and helicopter Ag operation. Please call Matt at 866-627-8292 or 928-920-9873 (07-14) Pilot for corn in Illinois June & July. Flying turbine Thrush. Reply to Jim Mills. 812-8772587 or peg@turbinesinc.com (07-14)

CALL FOR PRICING 2014 AT-502B FTO extended engine warranty 2014 AT-802A FTO extended engine warranty 2012 AT-502B PT6A-34AG 700 TTSN

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Turbine AG CAT and Pilot seeking work summer 2014 and beyond. Working fungicide on corn in Southern Missouri until late June but will be ready to move North as the season progresses. PT627 AG CAT, 335 gallon hopper, CP nozzles, Satloc LiteStar II. Pilot hard worker licensed in MO and can reciprocate with KS,IA,MN,NE,IL. Will certify anywhere with sufficient notice. No claims, herbicide and dry work experienced. Other pilots and PA 25’s also available Contact Owner/Employer Kiman Kingsley for more information.

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Inventory stores keeper/shipper/receiver wanted specializing in aircraft parts. Needs experience with HAZMAT & exporting to other countries. Computer skills are required and familiarity with aviation & Quantum Control is a definite asset.

Duties include parts ordering, receiving and charging out parts, inventory control, shipping/receiving. We are a drug free workplace. 812-877-2587 (07-14) A&P Mechanic needed for aircraft engine overhaul shop. PT6 experience helpful.

Pay based on experience. 812-8772587 (07-14) Machinist/Fabricator needed for aircraft engine overhaul shop. Pay based on experience. 812-877-2587 (07-14) Back up Pilots wanted. Ag-Cat-6 and Cessna 188, must have 2,000 verifiable ag hours, References required. 573-6922160 (07-14) Wanted - an experienced Turbine pilot ASAP for the upcoming 2014 season and beyond, June – Oct. ND and Canada. Must have a clean record. Preferred at least 1000+ hrs. AG and at least 250+ hours Turbine time. Looking for long term pilot Email resumes to blindads@agairupdate. com subject: long term pilot (07-14)

IA Mechanic wanted for southern, multiplane, ag operation. Please mail resume & references to: PO Box 2078 Cordova TN, 38088 (07-14) Aircraft Sales position for experienced Ag, Turbine, CR II, super salary and benefits.

Call: Dick 800-325-0885 @ Mid Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO t fn IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295 - 6213 Salar y depending on qualifications and experience t fn Looking for experienced turbine ag pilot for 2014 season and beyond. May-Sept in Northern MN, Must be willing to travel.

Herbicide exp a must. Multi airplane operation, well maintained aircraft no junk. Call Jim 218-289-1999 or email jim@ agrimaxllc.com (07-14) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

Only $35 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

Gulf Coast aG airCraft sales & serviCe Thrush S2R aircraft.

Lifetime Spar (60,000 Hr) without inspections.

It is economical and easy to install.

Call Eugene For Details at 979-533-1720

The “Century” Wing Spar is now Available!

Sold in kit form or installed here at our facility.

Call today to purchase your kit!!!

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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NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION MUSEUM WHERE A WAY OF LIFE, COMES TO LIFE. NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION MUSEUM 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson MS Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Introducing the NEW L7 Lightbar

• Wireless transfer of logs and jobs • Access the G4 remotely through the Internet

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

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

HQ™ Instant Data Push/Pull

• New FAA obstacle warning database

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

• Live view of any aircraft or asset

• Laser altimeter support

• View, print or email as-applied spray maps

• Nearest swath feature

• Enter Section/Township/Range

• Create, view, manage and send job files to any aircraft with a G4

• Various weather layers including US & Canadian Radar and Wind

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