September 2014 - U.S. Edition in English

agairupdate.com SEPTEMBER 2014

floats the

South African Excursion 2014 Part 6 / Lorens Kritzinger, Ag Aviation Africa

One of a kind plane and pilot

The Fire Boss has been a success story in the aerial firefighting industry

Real-life fire & rescue pilot

Jesse Weaver and his airplane are the real-life inspiration for Dusty Crophopper

IN SID E

Meet the New Kids On the Crop.

The new Thrush 510G now available in both single and dual cockpit versions.

Powered by the revolutionary GE H80 turbine engine, the 510G is quickly becoming the talk of the fields thanks to its higher cruise speeds, enhanced hot and high performance and increased fuel efficiency. Not to mention it requires no hot section inspections and boasts a TBO of 3,600 hours. Like every Thrush, the 510G is built to work as hard as you do – and to deliver the superior productivity, security and value you’ve come to expect from the most innovative aircraft manufacturer in the business.

Come meet the single and dual cockpit 510G – the newest airplanes in ag aviation. Visit us online, or call Eric Rojek at 229.789.0437.

A-2

agairupdate.com

Where innovation is nothing new.

AgNav

September 2014

A-3

keep turning… in this issue VOLUME 32 NUMBER 9 | SEPTEMBER 2014

21 One of a kind plane and pilot 24 Real-life fire & rescue pilot

The Fire Boss has been a success story in the aerial firefighting industry

Jesse Weaver and his airplane are the inspiration for Dusty Crophopper

28 30 It’s time to say good-bye

Long-time Australian ag pilot remembered

Aero-Engines closes the door

32

AgAir Update’s South African Excursion 2014

40

Thrush launches “Celebrating Ag Aviation” at Oshkosh

Part 6 / Lorens Kritzinger, Ag Aviation Africa

A special section devoted to aerial firefighting and forestry

F-11 From the SEAT - Rocky Mountain High F-12 Wipaire floats the Fire Boss F-16 Aeroglobo/Lane Aviation deliveries to Brazil 8 Calendar of Events 10 AgAir Mail 40 Hands on Flying

42 The Hopper 44 Classifieds

On the cover - Jesse Weaver makes a Fire Boss scoop on the Savannah River, Savannah, GA See story on page 12F. G. Lavender photo.

A-4

agairupdate.com

P.O. Box 850 • Perry, GA 31069 USA 475 Myrtle Field Rd. • Perry, GA 31069 USA PHONE: 478-987-2250 FAX: 478-987-1836 aau@agairupdate.com • agairupdate.com Scan this QR Code with your smart phone.

PUBLISHER: Bill Lavender bill@agairupdate.com EDITOR: Graham Lavender editor@agairupdate.com ACCOUNTING: Sandy Lavender accounting@agairupdate.com ADMINISTRATION: Casey L. Armstrong casey@agairupdate.com ADVERTISING: Ernie Eggler ernie@agairupdate.com Michael Conner michael@agairupdate.com CLASSIFIED ADS: classifieds@agairupdate.com PRODUCTION: Deborah Freeman aau@agairupdate.com CIRCULATION: Brittni White subs@agairupdate.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Dennis Avery - cgfi@hughes.net Carlin Lawrence - carlin@agairupdate.com Alan McCracken - mccrackenalan@yahoo.com Robert McCurdy - robert@agairupdate.com Sam Miller - smiller@SLMmodels.com Tracy Thurman - thurmantracyt@yahoo.com LATIN AMERICAN REPS: Ernesto Franzen - ernesto@agairupdate.com Gina Hickmann - gina@agairupdate.com Walt Jazun - walt@agairupdate.com Pat Kornegay - pat@svatx.com Virginia Marroni - mariamarroni@hotmail.com © Copyright 2014 AgAir Update retains all rights for reproduction of any material submitted, to include but not limited to articles, photographs, emails and bulletin board posts. All material remain the copyright of AgAir Update. No part of this publication may be reproduced, in part or whole, without the written consent of the publisher. Editorial published do not necessary reflect the views of the publisher. Content within AgAir Update is believed to be true and accurate and the publisher does not assume responsibility for any errors or omissions. Unsolicited editorial manuscripts and photos are welcomed and encouraged. We cannot be responsible for return unless submissions are accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Advertising deadline is 12 noon, on the 1st of the month preceding the month of publication.

AgAir Update (ISSN 1081-6496) Published monthly by AgAir Update, LLC, 475 Myrtle Field Road, Perry, GA 31069 for $39 USD for one year in the U.S.; International rates are $39 USD for one year. Periodical postage paid at Springfield, MO and additional mailing offices.

Postmaster: Send address changes to P.O. Box 850, Perry, GA 31069.

AgAir Update, a multiple-award winning publication, is a tabloid newspaper 12.25” deep by 9.5” wide on a 2.25” 4 column format. Contract rates are available upon request.

AgAir Update is a proud member of:

Air Tractor Bring It. Wherever you work, however you work, there’s an Air Tractor ready to work as hard as you do. And always ready to support you is Air Tractor’s knowledgeable and responsive global dealer network. Our job is about making your job more productive.

AIR TR AC TOR GLOBAL DE ALER NET WORK ABIDE AG-AERO CORP. (Parts Only) p: (662) 378-2282

FROST FLYING, INC. (U.S. + Central & South America) p: (870) 295-6213 e: jrfrost47@hotmail.com

AGSUR AVIONES, S.A. (Central & South America) p: +54 (247) 743-2090 e: amoreno@waycomnet.com.ar

LANE AVIATION (U.S. + Mexico, Central & South America) p: (281) 342-5451 / (888) 995-5263 e: glane@laneav.com

AG AVIATION AFRICA (Southern Africa) p: +27-824-515-388 e: lourens@agaviationafrica.com

NEAL AIRCRAFT, INC. p: (806) 828-5892 e: larry@nealaircraft.com

AIR TRACTOR EUROPE (Europe & North Africa) p: +34-96-265-41-00 e: v.huerta@avialsa.com

QUEEN BEE AIR SPECIALTIES (U.S. + Canada) (208) 745-7654 / (800) 736-7654 e: chipkemper@aol.com

CONAIR GROUP INC. (802F in Canada) p: (604) 855-1171 e: rpedersen@conair.ca

SOUTHEASTERN AIRCRAFT p: (772) 461-8924 / (800) 441-2964 e: mail@southeasternaircraft.com

FARM AIR, INC. p: (877) 715-8476 e: farmair@mymctc.net

VALLEY AIR CRAFTS p: (559) 686-7401 e: sales@thevalleyaircrafts.com

FIELD AIR (SALES) PTY. LTD. (Australasia) p: +61-353-394-222 e: sales@fieldair.com.au

A I R T R A C T O R , I N C . • O L N E Y, T E X A S 7 6 3 74 • 9 4 0 . 5 6 4 . 5 6 16 • A I R T R A C T O R . C O M

September 2014

A-5

calendar of events September 23, 2014 WaAAA State Fly-in TBA Gavin Morse 509-220-4338 September 25-26, 2014 IdAAA State Fly-In Gooding, Idaho Katie Baker 208-229-8340 October 7, 2014 AMAA Operation SAFE Clinic Lewistown Airport Lewistown, MT Colleen Campbell 406-463-2268 October 10-12, 2014 NAAA Fall Board Meeting Westin Long Beach Long Beach, CA Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org October 23-26, 2014 V Expo Congreso de Aviación Agrícola 2014 Paradisus Cancun Resort Cancun, Mexico (55) 55 71 2072 fappaarmac@aviacionagricola. com.mx October 27-29, 2014 KsAAA Convention DoubleTree by Hilton Wichita, KS Rhonda McCurry 316-796-1180 ksagaviation.org

A-6

agairupdate.com

November 2-4, 2014 PNWAAA Convention The Coeur d’Alene Resort, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Tara Lea Brown 509-989-9098 info@pnwaaa.org November 4-6, 2014 Mid-States AAA Convention Isle of Capri Bettendorf, IA Don Younglove 815-538-7717 rrflightservice@yahoo.com iaagaviaiton.com November 10-12, 2014 CaAAA Convention Harvey’s Lake Tahoe, NV Terry Gage 916-645-9747 caaa@psyber.com November 14-16, 2014 Cropduster United Fly-In Gaston White River Resort (3M0) Lakeview, AR Perry Lowry perrylowry@yahoo.com November 17-19, 2014 Aerial Firefighting Safety Conference The Grove Hotel Boise, ID November 18-20, 2014 CoAAA Convention Embassy Suites Loveland Hotel, Spa and Conference Center Loveland, CO Jessica Freeman coagav@gmail.com

December 8-11, 2014 NAAA Annual Convention and Exposition Galt House & KY International Convention Center Louisville, KY Lindsay Barber Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org January 5-7, 2015 LaAAA Convention HIlton Hotel Lafayette, LA Edward Krielow 337-824-5007 laaaonline.org January 7-9, 2015 TxAAA Convention Corpus Christi, TX Susan Bennett 512-476-2644 taaa.org January 8-9, 2015 MoAAA Convention Drury Lodge Cape Girardeau, MO Scott Rainey 731-446-5938 731-538-2926 January 11-13, 2015 ArAAA Convention Little Rock Marriott Little Rock, AR 501-372-4500 agaviation.net January 12, 2015 AzAAA Meeting TBD Brittany Armstrong 520-705-9692

January 15-17, 2015 MsAAA Convention Beau Rivage Casino/Hotel Biloxi, MS Vicki Morgan 662-299-7836 msaaa.com January 18-20, 2015 NEAAA Convention Dover Downs Hotel and Casino Dover Downs, DE Sandy Carter 609-820-7846 northeastaaa.org January 19-21, 2015 OkAAA Convention Oklahoma City, OK Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 sandy@okaaa.org January 26-27, 2015 AMAA Convention Heritage Inn Great Falls, MT Colleen Campbell 406-781-6461 eccampbell@yahoo.com January 28-30, 2015 NMAAA Convention Inn at the Mountain Gods Mescalero, NM Wade Berry 575-640-7258 February 2-5, 2015 SEAF Convention Savannah, GA Marriott Savannah Riverfront Linda Minton 772-971-9980 FLAgAviation.org

HAS ACQUIRED AND IS NOW YOUR

PROVIDER NOW OFFERS the STC’d and PMA’d

WINGMAN

• Formerly owned by Frost Flying Inc. .

• Over 40 units sold • In stock and ready for immediate delivery

Sales@TranslandLLC.com www.TranslandLLC.com 1206 Hatton Road, Suite A, Wichita Falls, TX 76302 Tel: 940-687-1100 • Fax: 940-687-1941 Dispersing Quality!

Se Habla Español Call Your Authorized Transland Dealer Today

September 2014

A-7

agair mail wannabe Dear Mr. Lavender I am 10 years old, my name is Madison Cowger . When I grow up I want to be a SEAT Pilot. I watched a movie about planes and a SEAT pilot. I became very passionate about becoming a SEAT pilot.

Please write back and tell me tips and websites that I could go, to help me start my studying. I can’t wait to start training when I’m older. By the way how old do you have to be to start? Thanks!

Sincerely, Madison Cowger Hello Madison; Thank you for writing AgAir Update. You are most certainly getting an early start on your dream to be a SEAT pilot. The things you can start doing today toward that goal is be sure to study hard in school, especially math and sciences. When you are 16 years old, you can solo an aircraft (after the appropriate training) prior to earning your Private and Commercial pilot’s licenses, which you need to be a SEAT pilot.

Continue visiting AgAir Update’s website for more information on SEAT flying. Every third month, AgAir Update’s AirFire & Forestry edition is published, with the next one being September.

Cheers—Bill

killing eagles “Last December, the US Dept. of the Interior issued a final regulation that allows wind energy companies to obtain 30-year permits allowing them to lawfully kill eagles without prosecution by the federal government”.

Well then, they shouldn’t have to be “lawfully” liable for humans deaths either.

Bryan Hauschild Fergus Falls, MN Morning Bryan; They aren’t liable, didn’t you know that? Run into one and see what your widow gets from it; probably a lawsuit for damages to the tower.

Cheers—Bill

Larry Roth I’m writing to notify you that my father Lawrence “Larry” Roth passed June 28, 2014.

I personally have enjoyed reading copies of your publication in dad’s office when visiting my father and seeing the evolution of the industry over the years and dad’s involvement.

Rich Roth Stillwater, OK Hello Rich; Yes, I learned of your father’s passing a few weeks ago. Please accept my condolences.

A comprehensive range of specialist CDA rotary atomiser systems for ULV and Low Volume aerial spraying.

Public Health Forestry Migrant Pest Control Plantations General Agriculture

www.micron.co.uk

A-8

agairupdate.com

Head Office (UK) Micron Group Tel: +(44) 1885 482397 Email: enquiries@micron.co.uk USA Micronair Sales & Service Tel: +(1) 512 266 9044 Email: micronair@aol.com

Larry was a good man that helped pioneer what we know today as sophisticated pattern testing of ag-aircraft, as one of the three men in the original WRK. I know the industry is grateful for his efforts and has benefitted greatly.

Take care—Bill

heads up I know the season may be getting long out there, and the last thing many of you want to hear is that your activities are becoming subject to even more scrutiny, but all I ask is that you, “Dont shoot the messenger.”

I received two reports in the last couple of weeks regarding USFWS. One reported that a USFWS Officer visited the applicator’s place of business and instructed the applicator to refrain from flying over

conservation properties as this would “disturb the wildlife.” (We all realize that USFWS does not have jurisdiction over airspace, I am simply letting you all know what happened.)

The other report was of USFW adopting a “zero tolerance” for pesticide drift on their property. The zero tolerance related to private growers, aerial applicators, ground applicators, etc...

Conservation officers have been told to report all suspected incidences of drift to the MDA for possible enforcement.

I don’t know what is driving this ramped up attention from USFWS, but applicators should be aware of the situation.

Fly safe!

Terry Stieren MAAA

AIRCRAFT SALES Tel: 952.941.6255 Fax: 952.941.0791 info@asijet.com asijet-ag.com

ASI Jet Sales Two locations (KFCM & KHCD)

poem Thought you might be able to use this poem. I have had it a long time. I soloed at Craig Field in Jacksonville, Florida in April of 1949.

Moved to Mississippi in 1961 and dusted and sprayed in the Delta for 40 cotton seasons.

Lester Hall Benoit, MS Lester Thanks for sending AgAir Update the poem. Unfortunately, I think we all have been in that pilot’s shoes at one time or another! If not, then very closely. —Bill

Centrally located in Minnesota.

ASI Jet Sales - AG Division is an Authorized Thrush Aircraft Dealer (All Models) and Service Center with over 30 years of aircraft sales and service experience! Whether it is new or used, ASI Jet will provide friendly, fast, and courteous service to help with your next aircraft purchase. We are here to work for YOU, Give us a call!

The hired pilot’s lament The wind blew, and the dust flew And the water truck started to tip The boss came by, said you’ve got to fly And you’d better not give me no lip I know that’s it’s blowing, but the weeds are still growing And we’re 10,000 acres behind So take out a load, or just hit the road “Cause pilots aren’t too hard to find I fired up the Snow, and got ready to go As the wind stripped the leaves from the trees As I started to spray, my flaggers blew away This wind, it was more than a breeze Several days hence, the scene was quite tense As a farmer roared up to the strip The weeds are sill there, but my orchard is bare He screams, with my throat in his grip I looked to the Boss, to explain this man’s loss But he looked straight at me and grinned I had faith in you son, not to do what you’ve done You should know better than to spray in the wind —G. Skoglund

Specializing in Repair and Overhaul of

Pratt & Whitney R-985-1340 Engines since 1973 9311 East 44th St. North Tulsa, Oklahoma 74115

918-838-8532

Fax: 918-838-1659 • tae@tulsacoxmail.com Se Habla Español

FAA APPROVED REPAIR STATION NO. CT2R754K

September 2014

A-9

Frost Flying inc.

Your

STRIKEDealer!

Delivering Firefighting Aircraft Worldwide! compro AGRINAUTICS WeathAero

Jack Frost 3393 Hwy 121 West Marianna, AR 72360 A-10

corrosion X Breckenridge

870-295-6213

agairupdate.com

Parts 870-295-6218 Tel 870-295-6213 Fax 870-295-6674 frostparts@hotmail.com

Marc Mullis marc@agairupdate.com

from the SEAT

Rocky Mountain High The 2014 summer wildfire season is well under way and in most parts of the country it is off to a very slow start.

Compared to the ten year average, it is off by more than fifty percent in both the number of fires and in acres burned.

Predictive Services have been saying all year that it would be a normal to sub-normal season for all parts of the country except for California and the Pacific Northwest. As of now it has been the slowest season in a decade. We will just have to wait and see what Mother Nature has in store.

The first week of July is a period that has special meaning for wildland firefighters. Two different incidents nineteen years apart took the lives of thirty-three firefighters. In 1994, the South Canyon Fire just outside of Glenwood Springs, Colorado blew up after the passage of a strong cold front.

More than forty firefighters were on Storm King Mountain that day when the event took place. Some literally ran for their lives in the steep and difficult terrain while others deployed fire shelters and hoped for the best. After the smoke had cleared fourteen young men and women were unaccounted for.

Just last July, 2013 nineteen members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots were killed when outflow from a thunderstorm caused a fire they were

hiking into turn on them just outside of Yarnell, Arizona.

The new Exclusive Use SEAT contracts seem to be working very well. The aircraft are being moved to wherever they are needed and are not tied to any geographic area. Thirty-three airplanes were strategically placed around the country for the start of the contract and they have the Western U.S. covered. The ones that did not see any action in the first few weeks were moved to where fire activity was occurring. I really like the shift to six days on and one day off.

It is a much better prescription for rest and work than the old twelve and two.

Even though any one aircraft may work with numerous SEAT managers over the season, each contract module is now assigned a Project Inspector (PI). That individual serves as a clearinghouse for all paperwork associated with his or her particular aircraft. This makes for a single source of information instead of chasing down multiple managers scattered across the country.

As more and more of the next generation heavy tankers are in service, I am having more opportunities to work with them and I must say I am impressed. The other day, I worked a fire in Northeast Utah that had four SEATs, one P2V, two BAe-146s and a DC-10 assigned. The

forty-five to fifty-minute ferry time for me was only twelve to eighteen minutes for the jets. Watching the DC-10 make a drop is just awesome. With one load of retardant, T-910 nearly sealed off one flank of a twenty-five hundredacre fire. The three MD-87s Erickson had on contract for a couple of weeks were recalled because the engines were ingesting retardant during drops leading to compressor stalls. The company is working on a fix and hopes to have them back in service soon. Within just a few years, we could have an all-jet fleet for heavy tankers.

I have always longed to spend a summer in the Rocky Mountains and it seems I am finally getting my wish. I have been in Colorado for over 10 weeks and see no signs of leaving. I love the mountains and the moderate temperatures. Hope you all have a safe and prosperous season and maybe I will see you here in the Rocky Mountains one day.

Marc September 2014

F-11

floats the

by Graham Lavender The iconic Fire Boss is an aircraft that one never forgets. The massive AT-802 airframe sits atop Wipline Model 10000A floats, that could pass for small watercraft, and commands a presence whether scooping water for the fire or sitting on the ramp for the next call.

Ben Wiplinger, founder of today’s Wipaire, was involved in aviation at an early age. After attending the University of Minnesota, he moved to California and flew to work in a Ford V-8 powered Aero Sport aircraft. He served in WWII, where he developed a pre-oiling system for radial engine bombers. After the war, he started an aircraft repair and maintenance business called Wiplinger Aircraft Service. In 1951, he bought his first seaplane, a Piper Super Cub on Edo 1400 floats. He had issues with the Edo’s electric gear system on a set of Cessna 180 floats, so he designed a hydraulic system and sold more than 100 sets.

(Coincidently, this airplane is still owned

by Bob Wiplinger, Wipaire’s CEO, and is now on Wipline 2100 amphibious floats).

In 1959, Ben sold his business and put all his ideas and design work into building his own set of floats; what would become the beginning of the Wipline float series. He formed Wipline, Inc. in 1960 and in 1961, Ben bought a Cessna 185 to use as a design testbed for his first set of floats. After three years and over $8,000 invested, he delivered his first set of floats with innovative design features; a flat top for ease of entering and exiting the aircraft and a patented special metal bonding technique that reduced the number of rivets needed to build the floats that achieved a smoother and lighter float.

Over the next ten years, Wipline, Inc. built and sold over 30 sets of floats. Bob

F-12

An aerial view of Wipaire’s corporate offices at Hangar 1 on Fleming Field in South Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Wiplinger, Ben’s son, began working at Wipline in 1970 after graduating from University of Minnesota with an aeronautical engineering degree. In 1971, Wipline bought 160 acres along the Mississippi River and moved its manufacturing facility there and opened its seaplane base. To this day, Wipaire has a year-round weekly cookout at the seaplane base.

In 1974, Bob expanded the company’s range of services by founding Wipaire, Inc for performing maintenance as an FAA certified repair station and Cessna service center at Fleming Field. Wipline, Inc. and Wipaire, Inc. merged together in 1979 when Bob purchased Wipline, Inc from his dad.

During the 1980s, Wipaire introduced the Wipline 6000 float for the de Havilland Beaver and the Wipline 8000 floats for the Cessna Caravan. An FAA certified avionics repair shop was opened in 1989 and a refinishing department was started at this time. By

the mid-1980s, Wipaire had 35 employees and had sold over 700 sets of floats.

The 1990s saw the introduction of several new series of floats, including the largest in the series, the Wipline 13000 for the Twin Otter, as well as the smallest Wipline 2100. The Wipline 13000 came about in 1992 and became Wipaire’s first foray into firefighting after a collaboration with the Province of Ontario to create a water bomber float for a Twin Otter aircraft. Several STCs were completed including Wip-Tips wing extensions, door mods, and the turbine powered Boss Beaver. The customized interiors shop was opened making Wipaire a one-stop shop for its customers. It was in the early part of this decade, 1992, when founder Ben Wiplinger passed away.

During the 2000s, Wipaire moved into its present day headquarters at Hangar 1 on Fleming Field. In 2003, the Fire Boss was introduced with its Wipline 10000A

Three generations of Wiplingers: Bob Wiplinger, CEO and son Chuck, President and COO of Wipaire posing with lifesize photo of the late Ben Wiplinger, founder of Wipaire.

floats, a spinoff of the popular Wipline 13000 series floats. Since then, nearly 70 Wipline 10000A float sets have been sold worldwide; 41 sets have been delivered to the leading Fire Boss distributor, Air Tractor Europe SL in Valencia Spain; four in the U.S. to Aero Spray and 16 into Canada with most going to Conair. Wipaire created Fire Boss, LLC to ensure that the rigorous quality and service needs of the aerial firefighting industry are attended to with the highest priority.

In 2008, the dual cockpit Fire Boss was certified, along with a 1,600 SHP engine conversion for the AT-802.

Wipaire has built over 2,000 floats since its formation in 1960.

Prices for Wipline floats range from $30,000 to nearly $1 million.

The Fire Boss floats are the most expensive and complex with their scooping ability.

To be able to serve increasing demand, the Wipaire maintenance department expanded its capacities by establishing its first service center in 2013 in Leesburg, Florida. Float installations, general maintenance, customized interior installations, avionics installations and installations of select Wipaire modifications are performed at this central Florida facility.

Today, Wipaire has 176 employees and builds 50-70 sets of floats a year. With over 180,000 square feet of manufacturing, engineering, administrative, and maintenance space, boasting hangar door openings as large

as 25’ x 70’, the company offers extensive modifications to many types of aircraft to include; single point fueling, engine/ propeller upgrades, wing STOL kits, numerous airframe mods, wing tip extensions and gross weight increase kits, as well as six models of Wipline AirGlide skis for snow operations. New and used parts, equipment, avionics, aircraft sales, and other services such as fueling, storage, and power carts are also offered by Wipaire from its facility at Fleming Field in South Saint Paul, Minnesota.

The spring gear of the Wipline 10000A floats for the Fire Boss are made from composite material. The floats have dual rear wheels.

September 2014

F-13

A 10000 model Wipline float in the manufacturing process for the Fire Boss that is already sold. Sets are built as orders are placed. A special build process is required for known saltwater environments.

Now Powered by a 1600 HP Pratt & Whitney Engine

Wipaire has engineered over 100 Supplemental Type Certificate (STCs) modifications for improved performance, convenience, and reliability. These FAA approved modifications span the spectrum to include Wipline float installations, Wipline AirGlide ski installations, Cessna 206 right hand door installations, engine/propeller upgrades, gross weight increases, cabin extensions, battery relocations, instrument panels, and many more. Its maintenance department is a Cessna single engine and Caravan service center, Viking factory-endorsed service center, Quest authorized KODIAK service center, along with being an installation center for several other 3rd party modifications.

One of the more recently obtained STCs by Wipaire is for the installation of vortex generators on all models of AT-802s. The vortex generators lower the stall speed and improves low airspeed maneuvering of the AT-802.

Through years of innovation, Wipaire has made its mark in the aerial agricultural and fire fighting industries by floating the Fire Boss.

Over 60 Operating Worldwide

Montenegro

Spain

Australia

Canada United States Macedonia Argentina

651.209.7191

www.firebossllc.com

1700 Henry Avenue — Fleming Field South, St. Paul, MN 55075

F-14

Optional foam tanks in each float give up to 70 gallons of fire suppression product to the plane’s system. The tank slips out for easy access to internal float components.

There’s only one single engine air tanker known around the world as the most effective aircraft for initial and extended attack on small and large wildfires: AT-802F.

• Computerized, 800-gallon precision coverage • Rapid turnarounds & fast ferry speeds • Unsurpassed fixed-wing maneuverability • Long term, short term retardant and hydromulch • Exceptional mission profile versatility

AIR TRACTOR GLObAL DEALER NETwORk AbIDE AG-AERO CORP. (Parts Only) (662) 378-2282 AGSUR AVIONES, S.A. (Central & South America) +54-2477-432090 amoreno@waycomnet.com.ar

AG AVIATION AFRICA (Southern Africa) +27-824-515-388 lourens@agaviationafrica.com

FIELD AIR (SALES) PTY. LTD. (Australasia) +61-353-394-222 sales@ fieldair.com.au

AIR TRACTOR EUROPE (Europe & North Africa) +34-96-265-41-00 v.huerta@avialsa.com

FROST FLYING, INC. (U.S. + Central & South America) (870) 295-6213 jrfrost47@ hotmail.com

CONAIR GROUP INC. (802F in Canada) (604) 855-1171 rpedersen@conair.ca

LANE AVIATION (U.S. + Mexico, Central & South America) (281) 342-5451 / (888) 995-5263 glane@laneav.com

FARM AIR, INC. (877) 715-8476 farmair@mymctc.net ®

NEAL AIRCRAFT, INC. (806) 828-5892 larry@nealaircraft.com QUEEN bEE AIR SPECIALTIES (U.S. + Canada) (208) 745-7654 / (800) 736-7654 chipkemper@aol.com SOUTHEASTERN AIRCRAFT (772) 461-8924 / (800) 441-2964 mail@southeasternaircraft.com VALLEY AIR CRAFTS (559) 686-7401 valleyaircraft@ clearwire.net

AIR TRACTOR, INC. • OLNEY, TEXAS 76374 • 940.564.5616 • AIRTRACTOR.COM September 2014 F-15

Aeroglobo/Lane Aviation deliveries Air Tractor AT-802F to Mato Grosso Brazil firefighters Aeroglobo Aeronaves, associated with Lane Aviation Inc, the largest distributor of Air Tractor aircraft in the world, participated on May 21 in the delivery ceremony of two SEAT AT-802F aircraft that will be used by the state government of Mato Grosso Brazil to combat fires that affect the region, along with being used for environmental monitoring and actions of civil defense.

The official handover ceremony took place at the Grupo Bom Futuro airport and in the presence of numerous political and military authorities, including the vice-governor of Mato Grosso - Francisco Daltro, Security Secretary of State Alexandre Bustamante dos Santos, the commanding general of the fire department – Colonel Aderson José Barbosa and the owner of Grupo Bom Futuro - Erai Maggi Scheffer. The aircraft were designated to the Battalion of Environmental Emergencies of Mato Grosso.

The sales contract signed between the government of Mato Grosso and Aeroglobo Aeronaves provides for an Air Tractor AT-802F with a dual cockpit, complete dual controls and a hopper capacity of 820 U.S. gallons, a fire gate

Grant Lane and Fabiano Zaccarelli (Lane Aviation/ Aeroglobo)

computer for controlled release and discharge setting and an avionics package for communications and navigation, as well as an autopilot and other instrumentation.

According to the commander general of the fire department, Colonel Aderson José Barbosa, Mato Grosso is one of the Brazilian regions most affected by fires.

“This is the first time the fire department has acquired an aircraft as a firefighting

tool, putting the fire department at the forefront in the country to fight fires.

“With this structure, it is possible to protect all of Mato Grosso.” Due to the way the project was conceived, Colonel Aderson says “There is quick and effective aerial firefighting within 200 kilometers of Sinop Brazil. We are very vulnerable to forest fires and unfortunately this type of event causes significant losses, both human and environmental, that causes considerable damage to local flora and fauna.

“The aircraft will enable the fire department to create a framework for monitoring and planning for combating fires. It is this high level of aerial assets, which will bring us much more security.

AT-802F simulating firefighting to audience

F-16

“Aeroglobo/Lane Aviation were the facilitators for the fire department’s dream to come true by offering the best solutions. The fire department will enhance and improve with what we were already doing,” explained Colonel Aderson Barbosa.

According to vice-governor of Mato Grosso, Francisco Daltro, the arrival of the AT-802Fs is extremely positive because it strengthens the ability to reduce fires. “The goal every year is to reduce fires, fighting each occurrence.

The reduction rate historically for Mato Grosso has been positive,” concluded Daltro.

The success of the project as conducted by the fire department command is due to the continuity of the project and its structural design.

“The consortium of Aeroglobo/Lane Aviation was instrumental in the implementation of our project. We cannot express enough our gratitude for the support and care given by both Fabiano Zaccarelli and Grant Lane. They gave their full support for our acquisitions. The AT-802F instructor pilot, Sebastian Rameriz, is highly qualified, courteous, helpful and especially professional,” said Lieutenant Colonel Aluisio Metelo Jr.

Commander Sebastian Ramirez (Aeroglobo), Grant Lane (Lane Aviation), Colonel Metelo (Mato Grosso State Fire Fighters) and Fabiano Zaccarelli (Aeroglobo).

call us for your next S.E.A.T. aircraft

A fundamental part of Aeroglobo´s success is a complete training system, conducted in AeroGlobo’s unique Air Tractor simulator based in Botucatu Brazil. The simulator ensures the pilot’s knowledge of all normal and emergency procedures and conducting a flight experience minimizing risks.

Throughout the period of pilot training, Aeroglobo/ Lane Aviation provide a pilot commander with international experience and proven ability to meet

Lane Aviation, Inc. “Specializing in Turbine and Piston Air Tractors”

888-995-5263 281-342-5451 TEL • 281-232-5401 FAX glane@laneav.com • www.laneav.com

September 2014

F-17

each stage of the training program using Aeroglobo’s service centers partners, which ensure the supply of parts components, preventive maintenance and aircraft inspections.

“The deployment of the aerial system of firefighting is a comprehensive program with significant challenges. Customer support is important with sales concerning governments. The logistics of supplies, maintenance and training are fundamental to the maintenance of the fleet and operational safety levels,” highlighted Fabiano Zaccarelli Cunha, Aeroglobo owner.

“Aeroglobo/Lane Aviation can be considered a solid partner of the fire department, contributing to the development of the employment doctrine, continued training of aviators, technician training and technical support post sales. Air Tractor is without a doubt the best aerial firefighting tool on the market, but for its use to be really effective, it is necessary to have solid educational programs and training to ensure safety,” explains Grant Lane, president of Lane Aviation.

According to Zaccarelli, the use of aircraft for firefighting in Mato Grosso should help expand this concept in Brazil. “The huge challenge and pioneering of this project are proportional to the importance of firefighting in our country. The success of the fire department in the implementation of an aerial firefighting system can be a model for all of Brazil to follow and have a national system similar to existing systems in first world countries,” said Zaccarelli.

The Security Secretary of Mato Grosso, Alexandre Bustamante, celebrates the delivery of the aircraft: “It is an aircraft that has been tested worldwide and does the job. It is an Air Tractor that has a good capacity and firefighting ability. These two aircraft will be working hard from now on. They arrive at a good time, because the fire season starts in June and lasts until October.

The fire department will celebrate 50 years since its founding.

The AT-802Fs are a gift of the state for the department to work harder, be more motivated and have a better response to wildland fires.

According to the owner of Grupo Bom Futuro, Erai Maggi Scheffer, fighting forest fires effectively without the Air Tractor would be impossible.

“We use Air Tractors for the application of pesticides on crops, especially soybeans, cotton and corn. We keep an aircraft in readiness for any event of a fire in our corn fields. The Air Tractors are essential in firefighting, especially in Mato Grosso with its four or five months of drought, where small areas have little management that creates the potential for widespread fires. The aircraft are essential and save lives.”

About the aircraft: The AT-802F is superbly designed for use in the aerial combat of forest fires due to its ability to quickly strike the focus of the fire before it acquires significant size and ferocity.

It can reach areas inaccessible to ground support teams and throw large amounts of water or chemical retardants on the fire in short intervals. The AT-802F can quickly move from one fire to another,

F-18

eliminating initial outbreaks of fires in between.

Grant Lane speaks to the Battalion Fire Brigade.

Grant Lane hands the keys of the AT-802Fs to Vice Governor Francisco Daltro and Colonel Aderson JosĂŠ Barbosa.

The AT-802F is an innovative aircraft designed from the start to fight fires using an advanced launch system able to jettison up to 820 U.S. gallons in 1.7 seconds with extreme precision. Fast, agile, comfortable and easy to fly, the AT- 802F aircraft is a world-class Single Engine Air Tanker.

About the training: The training offered by Aeroglobo is the most complete program existing in Latin America. Divided into steps, it is capable of addressing all the needs and possibilities that a pilot can have during flight: 1. Basic training for operation of the acquired aircraft 2. Maintenance training and flight safety for pilots and mechanics 3. Operational advanced training in turboprop aircraft 4. Qualification, assessment and approval of pilots

A solemn moment during the handover of the aircraft.

Pen & Ink Drawings

By Richard C. DeSpain

Turbine Installation, LLC

5017 Aviation Way Caldwell, ID 83605

208-455-9350

www.turbinesllc.com tim@turbinesllc.com

AT-802F has them!

Limited Editions Signed & Numbered 1/100 $60.00 each, plus S&H To Order Call 478-987-2250 or Fax to 478-987-1836 View Online at www.agairupdatemarketplace.com

Postage & Handling $10.00 U.S. and Western Hemisphere. All other countries vary.

U.S. money order or check on U.S. bank,Visa or Mastercard accepted.

Air Tractor AT-802 Powered by Honeywell TPE331-14GR 1650 SHP 4500 HSI/9000 CAM September 2014

F-19

The

in Trade In Allowance

Up to $3,500 on ANY brand GPS unit: M3, Intellistar, Del Norte, AgNav and TracMap.

Service

Quick turn around, three full time technicians in a fully equipped repair center to trouble shoot, evaluate and repair your unit whether you fly or ship it in.

Inventory

Large stock of G4, Bantam and Intelliflow units. Repair parts and component pieces IN STOCK - NO WAITING.

Deal

Danny Lowery will beat any deal in the WORLD.

Sales 662-843-0803 Danny Lowery dannyl@airrepairinc.com

Satloc Service 662-846-0229 Dallas Bright dallas@airrepairinc.com

920 Airport Service Road - Cleveland MS 38732 - www.airrepairinc.com Located at the Cleveland Municipal Airport

We accept MasterCard, Visa and American Express • 35 years of continuous service to ag aviation (1979-2014)

A-20

agairupdate.com

One of a kind plane and pilot

by Marc Mullis, AFF Chief Editor Ever since its introduction by Wipaire in 2003, the Fire Boss has been a big hit in the aerial firefighting industry. It is basically an Air Tractor AT-802F fitted with a specialized set of amphibious floats based on Wipaire’s Twin Otter floats. The Fire Boss fills a niche in the specialized form of aerial firefighting known as scooping. Scooping is when an aircraft skims across a body of water to fill its tank with a load of water. The process, which is not quite flying, yet not really landing, requires a great deal of skill and concentration on the part of the pilot. When the right conditions are met, scooping can be very effective in putting a lot of wet stuff on the hot stuff. With a suitable body of water close by, the turnarounds can be as short as two to three minutes. I once flew on a fire next to the Columbia River in Washington State with a Canadair CL-215. That scooper was delivering twenty loads of water per hour, while I was struggling to get one load of retardant per hour.

With the Air Tractor constant flow FRDS fire gate installed, the Fire Boss maximizes the use of retardant dispensed on the ground due to the precise, constant retardant flow rate delivered by the gate.

The combination of the Wipline floats and Air Tractor’s constant flow FRDS fire gate, transformed the rugged AT802F aircraft into arguably the lowest cost, most effective aerial firefighting solution in terms of cost per gallon of retardant delivered.

There are nearly 70 Fire Bosses in operation worldwide. They have been accepted and have become very popular in western Canada, several European countries, Argentina and Australia, as one of the primary tools in the aerial firefighting fleet. Despite this widespread use, it may be surprising to learn that there are only four Fire Bosses on contract in the United States since the program began. One reason is that U.S. fire agencies have traditionally relied on landbased air tankers.

Another reason for the Fire Boss’ slow start in the U.S. is the lack of awareness of the requirements for suitable water sources for scooping operations. Not all

areas will be ideal for Fire Boss operations, but there are many applications for the Fire Boss that fire agencies are not aware of or have not previously considered.

Currently, the only states that employ the Fire Boss in their fire suppression activities are Washington and Minnesota.

However, several other locations within the states of Idaho, Oregon, Oklahoma, Texas, North Carolina, Michigan, Florida and California would also be suitable for scooper operations. Fire Boss LLC, a sister company to Wipaire Inc., has been created to explore opportunities in other parts of the country and to promote the Fire Boss for use by other fire

Jesse Weaver poses with the AT-802F Fire Boss used by Aero Spray, Inc. at the Deer Park Helibase.

Photo: Robyn Broyles, BIA - NIFC / Comm - Ed Specialist

Attention Air Tractor 802 Operators: • Lower stall speeds • Improve your control in slow flight • Gain extra aileron authority to handle windy and gusty conditions

Call for Your Stall Improvement Array Kit Today!

651.209. 7191 www.firebossllc.com September 2014

A-21

management agencies at the federal, state, county, and municipal levels.

The only domestic Fire Boss operator todate has been Aero Spray, headquartered in Appleton, Minnesota and owned by John Schwenk. John is no stranger to aerial firefighting, having been active in the Single Engine Air Tanker program for many years. His entry Fire Boss contracts came about because of a close working relationship with Bob Wiplinger, CEO of Wipaire, Inc. and Fire Boss, LLC. John’s home state is known as The Land of 10,000 Lakes (actually 11,842 that are over 10 acres) and it would be the perfect place to prove the Fire Boss. Minnesota has a short but usually intense spring fire season that occurs after snowmelt and before green-up.

None of Aero Spray’s pilots were seaplane rated, so John’s first step was to get them up to speed for flying off the water. Both experienced AT-802F SEAT pilots, John and Jesse Weaver attended a flight school in Florida that specializes in seaplane ratings.

After completing this

O R C I M

requirement, John purchased a Scout on amphibious floats so they could build flight time to meet the insurance and fire agencies’ criteria for piloting the Fire Boss. Jesse took the Scout to his home state of Louisiana that winter. He spent months splashing around the bayous and lakes that cover the southern part of the state building time and gaining confidence on the water.

aircraft was moved to Deer Park, Washington where it served a 60-day assignment. The aircraft was contracted and managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), with funding provided by the Washington Department of Natural Resources (WA-DNR). This arrangement worked well for all agencies involved, as the aircraft was used on BIA reservations as well as state and federal lands.

Once Jesse had enough flight time logged it was time to move up to the Fire Boss.

This was an intimidating step from the diminutive Scout to the 16,000-pound beast with a cockpit two stories high above the ground. The training program was paced and meticulous, but in time, Jesse was feeling right at home. In the spring of 2007, the Fire Boss was tested on a state contract in Minnesota. Although the contract did not produce much flight time, it was a good training experience for all involved.

At the end of the contract, SEAT manager Bruce Jourdain reported that the Fire Boss had flown on 24 incidents for four separate agencies for a total of 49.57 flight hours. There were a total of 179 drops made in the following amounts: 121,900 gallons of water, 12,750 gallons of Thermo-Gel and 4,850 gallons of retardant. A typical mission saw the aircraft depart its land base with a load of Thermo-Gel and once that load was delivered to the fire, scooping operations commenced. A federal contracted aircraft is not allowed to scoop from a body of water after having retardant in its tank.

Whenever Jesse flew out of the Omak Tanker Base delivering retardant to a fire,

The 2009 fire season was the Fire Boss’ first federal fire contract. After completing the Minnesota contract in the spring, the

V O R T E X G E N E R ATO R S

• Reduced Turning Time • Shorter Takeoff Rolls

• Improved Aileron Authority • Lower Stall Speed

(800) 677-2370 Vortex Generator Technology

A-22

4000 Airport Road, Suite D Anacortes, Washington 98221 (360) 293-8082 FAX (360) 293-5499 www.microaero.com micro@microaero.com

agairupdate.com

Micro VG Kits Available for: Thrush: S2R, S2R-T11, S2R-T15, S2R-T34, S2RHG-T34, S2R-T45, S2R-T65, S2RHG-T65, S2R-R1340, S2R-R1820, S2R-R3S, S2R-G1, S2R-G5, S2R-G6, S2R-G10, S2R-H80 (510G) Air Tractor: AT-300, AT-301, AT-302, AT-400, AT-400A, AT-401, AT-401A, AT-401B, AT-402, AT-402A, AT-402B, AT-501, AT-502, AT-502A, AT-502B, AT-504 Cessna Models: 188B, A188B, T188C Dromader : PZL M18, M18A, M18B Piper Brave: PA-36-285, PA-36-300, PA-36-375 Weatherly: 201, 201A, 201B, 201C, 620, 620A, 620B

the hopper had to be cleaned before the Fire Boss could go back to scooping. All agencies agreed that the Fire Boss was a great success.

I asked Jesse about some of the differences between flying the Fire Boss and a standard wheel-equipped AT-802. He told me the hardest thing he had to adjust to was the sheer height above the ground or water while seated in the cockpit. The aircraft sits about two feet higher on land than it does in the water.

Another big difference between the two types is that the Fire Boss has retractable landing gear. As one Canadian Fire Boss pilot demonstrated, if you attempt to scoop with the wheels extended you will wind up inverted in the water. For this reason, Fire Boss pilots are required to attend marine survival training. In this program the trainee must be able to demonstrate the ability to extricate from the cockpit while upside down under water. Jesse completed a course provided by the University of Louisiana in Lafayette. Fire Boss pilots are also required to wear a life jacket during operations. The aircraft are equipped with a small oxygen tank intended to allow the pilot to breath for a short period while immersed.

Scooping operations are pretty straightforward. The pilot selects a body of water that is at least one mile long, oriented into the wind and a minimum of four feet deep.

A normal approach is made and once the aircraft is on the water, the probes that scoop the water are extended and full power is applied. It takes twelve to fifteen seconds for the hopper to fill, at which time the probes automatically retract and the aircraft can be flown off the water.

The Fire Boss is a very heavy aircraft, with its empty weight of 8,600 pounds tipping the scales almost 2,000 pounds more than its

wheeled brethren. To avoid exceeding the aircraft’s certified gross weight of 16,000 pounds, the pilot must select the volume of water to be scooped. When that amount is reached, a computer shuts down the process. As fuel burn lightens the aircraft, the load is steadily increased.

The aircraft Jesse flies has 380 gallons of fuel capacity and a maximum foam capacity of 78 gallons. With foam concentrate onboard, he starts out scooping over 500 gallons and ends up taking on a full 800-gallon hopper. With the big fuel tanks, he can stay on the fire scene up to four hours.

The early Fire Bosses equipped with the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67AG engine were underpowered, especially during high-density altitude conditions where fires are often fought. Recently Pratt & Whitney introduced a more powerful version of the engine and labeled it the F-model.

With 300 additional horsepower, it is a good match for the big amphibian Fire Boss. The extra power meant scooping distances were reduced, climb rates were increased and the cruise

speed was upped. Jesse says with the PT6A-67F engine he experienced climb rates in excess of 500 feet per minute and cruise speeds that almost match those of a conventional-gear AT-802F equipped with the PT6A-67AG. He stated that with the bigger engine the airplane could really do the job it was intended for.

There just aren’t that many pilots around with the credentials and experience to meet the contract and insurance requirements. Because of this, Fire Boss LLC has created a ground school curriculum for pilots. In-aircraft training can also be provided to customers in a dual cockpit Fire Boss and is available in customer-owned dual cockpit aircraft, as well.

Additionally, a maintenance training curriculum is available.

The Fire Boss has been a great success story. There is no doubt their numbers will continue to grow worldwide. Now, I’m waiting to see how long it takes Air Tractor and Wipaire to put amphibious floats on the AT-802’s big brother, the AT-1002.

IT’S ALL ABOUT AIR!

800-716-2550

PH: 509-635-1212 • FAX: 509-635-1477 tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com

www.cascadeaircraftconversions.com

NEW PT6A Engines available now!

PT6A Engine Pressure Cowls

for all models of Air Tractor & Thrush • Reduce ITT • Reduce Fuel consumption • Protect Your Investment Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for NEW PT6A -15AG & -34AG Engines. 100% FINANCING available (OAC). New engines in combination with the Cascade Pressure Cowl for unmatched performance, excellent filtration, class leading ease of filter and fuel nozzle maintenance.

Johnston Aircraft Service David Johnston 559-686-1794

DISTRIBUTOR NETWORK Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Africair Inc./ Tropical Aviation Dist.

Dennis Davis Juan J. Phillips 800-325-0885 305-255-5955 ext. 1035

Orsmond Aerial Spray (PTY) Ltd. George Orsmond or Tom Bezuidenhout +27- (0)-58-303-5261

September 2014

A-23

Real-life fire & rescue pilot Pilot Jesse Weaver has just arrived at his new home for the summer, an aerial firefighting aircraft and smokejumper base surrounded by the Payette National Forest in Idaho. When a wildfire flares up, he’ll climb into the cockpit of his Air Tractor AT-802F “Fire Boss” and zoom off to help snuff it out with 500-800 gallons of water or fire retardant. Jesse and his airplane are the real-life inspiration for Dusty Crophopper in Disney’s new animated adventure Planes: Fire & Rescue. And while there are laughs, heroics and drama on the big screen, the south Louisiana native is all business when he’s fighting fires and flying just above the flames and smoke.

Pilot Jesse Weaver of Aero Spray, Inc. Appleton, MN stands next to his Air Tractor “Fire Boss” scooper water bomber, the creative inspiration for Dusty in Planes: Fire & Rescue.

“It’s just another day at work,” says Jesse.

“The average pilot or guy on the street might consider what we’re doing crazy, insane and risky. But we’re trained and have learned how to manage the risk.”

Aerial Application...

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

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

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

A-24

agairupdate.com

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

Dusty Crophopper, star of Disney’s Planes: Fire & Rescue On a typical day, Jesse will show up for work at 9 A.M., get his airplane preflighted and ready to go. There’s paperwork, of course. Then a situational briefing. And after that, Jesse stays close by his airplane, ready to launch at a moment’s notice. “Once we get a dispatch order, I’m usually rolling and in the air within seven minutes.”

In the Disney Planes comedy-adventure, Dusty Crophopper leaves his air racing

Air Tractor AT-802F “Fire Boss” scooper water bomber

life behind to join a crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting national park forests from raging wildfires. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire and Dusty learns what it takes to become a hero.

comes to his job. “I suppose some folks may look at us as heroes,” he says. “But we’re just regular folks. People who live in this part the world, where they’re threatened by wildfires, are very appreciative that we are here.”

Outside the movie theater, there’s a truism in the aviation community: There are bold pilots, and there are old pilots.

But you rarely find any old, bold pilots.

Jesse downplays any hero talk when it

Jesse’s Air Tractor “Fire Boss” scooper water bomber served as the creative inspiration for the new aerial firefighting airplane character of Dusty. Just like the movie’s main character, the model AT-

skytractor.com 800-437-5319 16285 5th St. NE, Hillsboro. ND 58045 • 701-636-5880 • fax 701-636-5881 • skytractor@rrv.net

LYNX

Sky Tractor Supply your COMPLETE ag aircraft dealer

Associate Dealer

Personal Flight Assistant

September 2014

A-25

The American-made Air Tractor AT-802F Fire Boss is fighting fires in regions from Australia, to the U.S. and Canada, to Eastern Europe and Argentina

GE Aviation

rugged for a reason

When asked if he has

GE H80 Series engines are built to last with advanced materials and a robust turboprop design. Combining the latest technologies with modern 3D aerodynamic design, these powerplants deliver the enhanced takeoff power, dependable hot day performance and reduced cost of ownership required by the modern aerial applicator.

plans to see Planes: Fire & Rescue, Jesse smiles broadly and

To experience the next generation of engine performance, call: Greg Ryan Sales Representative North and South America +1.954.292.5312 gregjames.ryan@ge.com

802F single engine air tanker is a nimble flyer. It’s the sleek racehorse among firefighting aircraft, winging to wildfires and flying where other firefighting aircraft can’t go. “The Fire Boss aircraft are the ones getting the toughest jobs, because we can do them successfully and safely. We often work in steep mountainous terrain. I’ll be called to do all sorts of things, because my floats create drag that helps me go slow downhill, without building up too much speed” comments Jesse.

replies: “Absolutely!

Michal Ptacnik Sales Representative Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia +420.222.538.701 michal.ptacnik@ge.com

Of course!”

Jesse’s Tanker 851 zooming overhead is a welcome sight to firefighters on the ground.

One of his primary jobs is preparing safe zones around firefighters as they battle the flames on the ground. “I definitely work closely with the guys on the ground. I’ll lay down a line of fire retardant and they will support that line with their hand crews, [fire]engines or whatever they have on scene. They thoroughly enjoy working with the Fire Boss. Many times after the ‘air show’ has wound down,

GE H80 Series turboprop engine

68364_h80_aau_jr_pg_ad.indd 1

A-26

agairupdate.com

12/13/11 3:43 PM

they’ll keep me on station because I can work in such close proximity with the guys on the ground, using water to keep the fire knocked down for them.”

When asked if he has plans to see Planes: Fire & Rescue, Jesse smiles broadly and replies: “Absolutely! Of course!”

DynaFlight

Planes: Fire & Rescue provides a fun,

AirAg E-Series

entertaining peek into the real, smoke-tinged world of Jesse Weaver’s cockpit.

Planes: Fire & Rescue provides a fun, entertaining peek into the real, smoke-tinged world of Jesse Weaver’s cockpit. And that’s about a bold as most of us want to be when it comes to wildfires.

Fans of Disney’s Planes can watch the aerial firefighting action in the new Planes: Fire & Rescue animated adventure opened in theaters July 18.

DynaGrip Control

Integrated Flight Guidance Instrument (IFGI) & embedded Processor

Entire system weighs less than 7 pounds (3 kilograms)

DynaFlight

AirAg PRO

Learn more: airtractor.com/aircraft/802f-fire-boss • movies. disney.com/planes-fire-and-rescue Processor Integrated Flight Guidance Instrument (IFGI)

DynaGrip Control

Entire system weighs less than 10 pounds (6 kilograms)

 Fiberoptic

Borescopes

 Videoscopes  Accessories

GPS Systems for Aerial Applicators Only

PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA APPROVED BORESCOPE KITS PWC 34910-109 PWC34910-106

dynanav.com

PWC34910-101

DynaNav Systems Inc. Toll Free 1-877-333-9626 MACHIDA, INC. 40 RAMLAND ROAD ORANGEBURG, NY 10962 845 365 0600 /800 431 5420

E-mail: airag@dynanav.com

WWW.MACHIDASCOPE.COM

September 2014

A-27

Long-time Australian ag pilot remembered

by Kathy Mexted and photos courtesy of Julie Black As winter sets in across the southern hemisphere, David Black’s (Blackie’s) family try to make sense of a life without him.

Christmas came and went, back to school, birthdays and an anniversary. They say the first six months will leave you numb, and while privately, families would be carefully pasting photos into an album and maybe, if she can bear it, a widow might carefully fold away his clothes, Julie Black has continued to run the business that she and Dave had only owned for a couple of years.

Blackie’s aircraft went down on 24 October, 2013 while fighting the fires west of Ulladulla. Dave was born in Adelaide and completed Year 12 at St Peters College. After completing a degree in Mechanical Engineering in South Australia, he bartered with his parents to trade farm work for flying lessons.

Aviation became a central part of his life and he pursued a

David Black

14 YEARS SAME SUPERIOR ENGINEERING NOW EVEN MORE PROTECTED!

MAKING OPERATORS MORE MONEY

Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers, Inc. 7500 San Felipe, Suite 860 Houston, TX 77063 USA Website: spectrumsprayer.com Southern US & Other Countries

Phone: 713-783-5771 Fax: 713-783-5772

A-28

agairupdate.com

• 2 Year - 800 Hour Warranty Protection • FAA PMA Protection Maintenance Friendly Pumps, Valves & Strainers For All Aircraft Makes Specialty Application Available

Northern US and Canada Newberg Electrostatic Spraying

320-848-2745 320-848-2745

• Hard Anodized Teflon Tuffcoat® Protection

U.S. Patent # 5,975,425

www.agrinautics.com 435-586-1200 • sales@agrinautics.com 1215 N. Airport Road • Cedar City, UT 84721

career as an agricultural pilot—one that took him from Adelaide to Griffith to Borneo. It was not only his broad smile and laconic personality that made him popular and immediately put people at ease, but his natural flying ability and continuing quest for improvement that saw him admired as a pilot and later, a businessman.

Life took a turn when in his early twenties Dave walked into the aerial agricultural office in Moree and met Julie who was running the office of her family’s business.

Dave was one of the youngest pilots to graduate to turbine aircraft when they were introduced into Australia during the early 1990s and during his career he logged around 10,000 hours, predominantly in aerial application, and continued to study throughout his aviation career, attaining an Air Transport Pilots Licence, a Command Instrument Rating and won a scholarship to study a Masters of Aviation at Newcastle University.

With the arrival of their second child, Dave and Julie moved onto the family farm at Forbes where he continued to fly their AT502 while managing the farm. Then he progressed from ag pilot to business owner, continually broadening his outlook from flying to business management. When the opportunity to buy Rebel Ag was presented to them in 2011, the family moved to Trangie in central NSW. Firebombing became a core part of the business. As with farming, Dave applied a methodical approach to Rebel Ag, which served local clients and the wider community through firebombing.

Blackie’s true passion in life was aviation - he lived it and breathed it. He used to say he should try to get a hobby like golf or fishing, however aviation always got in the way because it wasn’t just his profession - it was all he wanted to do. He had trained as a firebomber about 18 years ago with Aerotech in South Australia and gained his early experience on campaigns in Coonabarabran and Cooma.

While ag flying, Dave had always maintained a hand in firebombing and bought an AT802 in 2011 to be utilised on spraying and fires. Dave believed that firebombing was a growth area that offered better utilisation of the aircraft. After an enormous amount of preparatory work on the tender, it was a great achievement to win a NAFC contract for NSW. Dave was keen to expand Rebel Ag and to have enough turbine aircraft available to service agricultural clients and the NSW RFS and to be able to utilize those assets between the two as demand dictated.

For an ag pilot, used to flying in calm conditions (albeit very low to the ground), firebombing work offers a stark contrast.

“You pack your bag and off you go. You are working in hot and windy conditions in unfamiliar areas. You might be on a fire at Griffith and then across to Jindabyne and finish up at Cooma.

You never know where or which other pilot’s you’re going to be with and that was a part of the excitement for Blackie, no day was ever the same.” says Julie.

“I appreciate the support and comfort shown by the RFS, particularly when dealing with (Chaplain) Ian Spall,

David Black family (Commissioner) Shane Fitzsimmons, and on the Air Desk team (Chief Superintendent) Maryanne Carmichael and (Superintendent) Keith McKay. Rebel Ag is dedicated to carry on Dave’s legacy and continue on the path he laid out. We knew what his big picture plan was and that’s what we’re working towards today.”

David was well regarded throughout the industry and had served in a leadership role as a director of the Aerial Agricultural Association of Australia. He achieved a lot in his 43 years, but it is his character, humour, personality and passion that made him so loved.

Air Conditioning

EnvironmEntally SafE ag-aircraft air conditioning SyStEmS

inverter Powered Systems for turbine thrush & at

Engine drive Systems for most P&W 1340 ag-aircraft

collin’S aircraft dynamic'S inc.

1107 calle naranja • alamo, texas 78516

PH: 956-787-6720 • faX: 956-787-5409 manufacturer of aircraft air-conditioning Since 1980

September 2014

A-29

It’s time to say good-bye Aero Engines announces closure

by Otis Perera It has been a long journey, one that began in 1955. Eight mechanics that were co-workers purchased a company named Air Parts and formed Aero-Engines Inc. In 1961, they moved the company from Glendale, California to its present day location in Los Angeles.

My journey began when I started working for the company in October 1971. At that time, there were six original owners remaining: Elvin McCann, Nickolas C. Mangel, Vernon Trueman, Paul Mangel, Gilbert Rivera and Narciso Monge.

Though I did not have hardly any mechanical experience, those guys were willing to hire and train me in all the different aspects of overhauling radial engines; and so they did. Around the same time that I started, other individuals came onboard

"Your Overhaul SpecialiSt For R-985 & R-1340 P&W Engines and Continental W-670 Engines"

OUR SHOPS PROVIDE YOU WITH THE BEST

Check Our Overhaul Cost...

Includes Magnetos & Carburetor • EnginE Shop-

Magnaflux, Zyglo, Ultrasonic, and Dimensional Inspections.

• CylindEr Shop-

"Chrome" Or "Steel" Barrels, “Metallized" Cylinders, 100% Guide Replacement, New Or Serviceable Pistons.

• ACCESSory Shop-

Magnetos, Carburetors, Starters, and Generator Overhauls.

• MAChinE Shop-

Cam Grinder, Cylinder Grinder, Piston Grinder, Lathes, and Balancing Machines.

• pArtS dEpArtMEnt-

Over a Year's Supply of Most Parts and Enough Engines to Support an Exchange Program, and Inside Storage of Customer and Overhaul Engines

AERO-ENGINES

Home of the Super 600 "The Engine That Sets The Standards In The Ag Aviation Industry"

(L-R) Remaining owners of Aero-Engines; Otis Perera, Antonio (Tony) Ortega, William (Bill) Acosta Jr., and Edward Standwood.

to form the nucleus of what would be the next generation of owners.

Nickolas P. Mangel had started in 1969, followed by Ed Stanwood, Robert Rivera, David Bowerman, myself, Tony Ortega, William Acosta and Bill McCann who arrived in 1978.

In 1980, we became junior partners in the company, then became owners in 1990.

This journey has taken us on a long ride, meeting a lot of interesting people, befriending many and providing service to customers across the continental USA and worldwide too numerous to count. But after the retirement on some partners, the passing of three others, it is time to say goodbye and begin a new chapter in our lives.

We will be closing the doors of Aero-Engines at 3:20 P.M., Friday August 29, 2014 for the last time. We will take the month of September to prepare for the auction of equipment, engines, accessories, tooling, etc. The auction will be held by Starman Bros. on the weekend of October 4 & 5, 2014.

We want to thank all for allowing us to be of service to you for the past 59 years. Best wishes to all of you and may our competitors and friends, Tulsa Aircraft and Covington Aircraft fulfill your future engine needs.

TEL 323-663-3961

FAX 323-664-5189 • aero-engines@msn.com • www.aero-enginesinc.com 3030-34 North Coolidge Ave. • Los Angeles, CA 90039-3491

Aero Engines says “Good-bye” A-30

agairupdate.com

Great Gift Ideas Order Yours Today!

Pen & Ink Drawings of Ag Aircraft

By Richard C. DeSpain

AgOp Collage Ag-Cat B-Model Ag-Cat A-Model Ag-Cat Turbine AT-401 AT-502 AT-402 AT-602 AT-802 AT-802F Bell 206 Helicopter Clipped J-3 Cub Dromader Flying Dromader M-18A In Formation Grandchild w/Ag Plane Piper Pawnee Stearman Thrush 510 Thrush 660 Thrush-Dual Cockpit Thrush - Radial Thrush - Turbine Weatherly

M A R K E T P L A C E

Has Them!

Limited Editions Signed & Numbered 1/100 $59.99 each, plus S&H To Order Call 478-987-2250 or Fax to 478-987-1836 View online at agairupdatemarketplace.com

U.S. money order or check on U.S. bank, Visa or Mastercard accepted.

September 2014

B-1

A successful partnership defies gravity.

BASF helps aerial applicators stay aloft. We create chemistry to bring you and your customers more innovative products, including industry-leading fungicides like Headline AMP ® fungicide.

BASF proudly sponsors the NAAA scholarship program and Operation S.A.F.E. Fly-ins. We provide your business with the lift it needs to keep climbing.

VISIT WWW.PLANT-HEALTH-PILOTS.COM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW BASF SUPPORTS AERIAL APPLICATORS.

A lways r ead and follow label dir ect ions . Headline A MP is a r e gister e d tr adema r k of BASF. ©2013 BASF Cor por ation. A ll R ights Reser ve d. APN 13 - PH - 0 0 02

B-2

agairupdate.com

Get answers to your questions about pesticide ingredients in EPA’s newest resource directory The Pesticide Program’s newest resource directory is titled “Ingredients Used in Pesticide Products” and contains valuable information on pesticide product chemicals, both active and inert ingredients. The target audiences for the resource directory include consumers, press, and registrants interested in finding out more about a pesticide ingredient. The directory explains the different types of pesticides and ingredients. It currently contains fact sheets on a few of the more commonly searched-for active ingredients and pesticides groups, and more will be added over time. Our online databases of chemicals, inert ingredients, and pesticide product labels are also conveniently provided in the directory.

The Ingredients Used in Pesticide Products resource directory can be found at http://www2.epa.gov/ingredients-usedpesticide-products.

B:13.5”

S:11.5”

Spreading The Wings of Insurance Protection to Ag Aircraft Owners and Pilots

Aviation Insurance Coverage Customized for Ag Aircraft Owners and Operators

Falcon Insurance is one of the largest independently owned insurance specialists in the country. Our professional staff has decades of experience in aviation insurance, and we are uniquely qualified to provide insurance protection for agricultural aircraft owners and pilots.

We are dedicated to providing you with insurance coverage and service that sets the standard for the industry.

f FALCON I N S U R A N C E

Call for same day quotes and coverage or visit our website.

Austin: 800-370-0557 Dallas: 800-880-0801 Houston: 800-880-8822 Kerrville: 800-880-4545 Lakeland: 800-881-9688 Scottsdale: 800-880-3597 St. Louis: 800-880-8644

PO Box 291388, Kerrville, TX 78029

www.falconinsurance.com

September 2014

B-3

Changes in pesticide control law related to bees

by Terry Stieren MnAAA Executive Secretary The 2014 Minnesota legislature made some changes to the pesticide control law that all Minnesota applicators should be aware of--the changes took effect on July 1.

In short, the legislature amended the Pesticide Control law to specifically allow the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) to award compensation to for dead bees and colony losses that the MDA can positively attribute to acute pesticide poisoning.

If the MDA cannot determine the pesticide applicator, or if the pesticide applicator is identified, but found to have properly applied the pesticide, the MDA can award the beekeeper compensation from the general pesticide regulatory account.

If the MDA can identify the applicator and the applicator is found to have applied the pesticide in a manner inconsistent with the product's label/ labeling, then the MDA may require the applicator to provide restitiution to the owner of the bees.

As many of you may have realized, 2014 is the Year Of The Bees...You can't seem to turn on the radio or tv without hearing about bees.

I would certainly advise applicators - if possible - to be aware of any beekeepers or hives in your area and warn your growers to use caution before allowing beekeepers to place hives on their property.

Bruce’s Flying Service We Replace Spar Caps Repair Wings and Landing Gear Complete Line of Used Serviceable Thrush Parts

229-725-4150 Arlington, GA • fax: 229-725-5135 bruceandrews62@gmail.com

B-4

agairupdate.com

We get it.

You’re used to flying solo. But everyone knows you can’t do it alone.

And neither can NAAA.

Membership matters.

Join NAAA in its efforts to preserve and protect agricultural aviation and your way of life. Call (202) 546-5722 or visit www.agaviation.org to join the cause.

membership ad2.indd 1

10/6/11 1:19 PM

September 2014

B-5

Report on a recent visit to Nicaragua-Monte Rosa sugar company

by Alan McCracken mccracken.alan@gmail.com Where is Nicaragua? It is the largest but most sparsely populated of the Central American nations, Nicaragua borders Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. It is slightly larger than New York State. It is mountainous in the west, with fertile valleys with two big lakes, Nicaragua and Managua, which are connected by the Tipitapa River. The Pacific coast is volcanic and very fertile and was previously devoted to cotton production in the 1970s to1980s. The sugar company Monte Rosa is near to the city of Chinandega in the north with sugarcane being grown today instead of cotton. The swampy Caribbean coast is aptly called the “Mosquito Coast.”

The Ingenio Monte Rosa sugar company operates one Grumman AgCat and two Cessna aircraft equipped with CPllTT

Heavy Duty Construction

Telescoping arms with drop in pins for easy attachment

Sugar company - Ingenio Monte Rosa, Chinandega. Agronomists and technicians who participated in a training course on the application of ripening agents in sugarcane. beside one of their Cessna's

Poison Aero Tow Bar Exclusive to Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO

Large 10” Pneumatic Tires

Proudly Serving Agricultural Aviation Since 1949 1601 Hwy. 84, Hayti, MO • 800-325-0885 • Fax 573-359-1323 parts@midcont.com • midcont.com

B-6

agairupdate.com

Our mission is to keep you flying

flood nozzles. The main challenges with the application of ripening agents is timing of the application to obtain the maximum boost to sugar production with harvesting taking place around 40 days after application of the ripening agents. The only viable method of application is by air with an emphasis on good crop coverage which requires medium sized spray drops yet maintaining adequate control of "off-target" spray. Unfortunately this equilibrium is very difficult to achieve in practice.

penetration coverage since most of the spray volume was applied using large spray droplets.

3. The tests highlighted the importance of detailed maintenance to ensure that the nozzles produced uniform flat fans to produce adequate coverage.

4. In spite of very careful maintenance, the GoPro camera recorded numerous problems with check valves that did not "shut-off" at the end of a spray run and leaked the glyphosate mixture during the turns resulting in drift damages.

Spray volumes typical used are from 40-60 liters per hectare or 15-23 litres per hectarea, and this sugar company often adds molasses to the spray mixture taking advantage of the density and also its physical characteristics in reducing droplet evaporation as a tool in reducing drift.

Unfortunately drift control cannot be resolved by simply adding a magic product and requires attention to detail including; Type of spray nozzle, orifice size, spray pressure, orientation to the airflow, flying height, chemical mixtures, weather conditions, to name but a few.

During this visit I had the opportunity to conduct a number of tests with different adjustments and to monitor the applications utilizing a "GoPro" video camera mounted on the aircraft.

conclusions: On the use of the CPllTT nozzles on slow flying aircraft such as a Cessna and Grumman AgCat: 1. Minimum risk of spray drift: As a consequence of the very broad droplet spectrum only a low % of the spray volume under 200 microns.

2. Very limited crop .

September 2014

B-7

SoutheaStern aircraft SaleS

Efficiency of atomization:

CESSNA YN-CIA with CPllTT nozzles comparing 10 gals with 3 gals/hectare

Trade with members of NAAA AT-802 APS Brake Disk now in stock................................ $725

ea. ea.

PT6 100 hr Engine Kit w/filter ........................................... $22.95 ea.

29x11.00 Premium Tires In Stock 402/502/602 .................. $425 ea.

11.00-12 Premium Tire, AT-802 .......................................... $815 ea.

Brake Disk for 29” wheels 402/502/S2R ........................... $235 ea.

APS66-108 Brake Lining 301/401/402/502/S2R....... $7.50 ea.

G246 AT Batteries 24V 402/502/602/802 ............................ $350

Now Dealer for Kawak Products.

—While Quantities Last— We Now Stock the New “Black Steel” Brake Discs

800-441-2964 772-461-8924

2720 Sneed Road

24 hr Fax Order Hot Line 772-461-9050

Observations: Observe the differences in the values for each spray volume. With the lower spray volume more droplets per cm² were collected and the droplet size was smaller in all three measurements. The value for Dvo.1 at 144 microns with the 3 gal/hectare treatment is still relatively high confirming a relatively low risk of drift.

FORT PIERCE FLORIDA 34945

parts@southeasternaircraft.com

Call Today For Your Ag Aviation Needs

AIRCRAFT SALES & SERVICE

FOB Fort Pierce, FL

Auger uger DAn An’s s rucks Trucks

Distribution of the droplet spectrum with CPllTT nozzles, 40lbs/in² pressure back at 135° angle.

VMD: median droplet diameter of 190 microns. This graph clearly illustrates how meaningless the value VMD really is since the spectrum ranges from 100 to 1000 microns.

Stainless steel auger systems for loading ag aircraft Electronic height adjustable clear sock for dry material delivery

870-578-6133

Phone: Home: 870-972-8056 • Cell: 870-919-2317 Fax: 870-578-6145

augerdantrucks@gmail.com

2612 Glenwood, Jonesboro, AR 72401 View our video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/MrAugerD

B-8

agairupdate.com

Observation: Very low risk with respect to drift with only 1.5% of the spray volume collected in droplets under 200 microns in diameter, however very poor crop coverage/ penetration due to an extremely high percentage [60%] of the spray volume in droplets over 400 microns.

If you bought your pump somewhere else, it’s costing you $5* extra every time you load.

How often do you load?

Without our genuine Flomax Model #29944, you’re spending an extra minute or two windmilling while you load.

Observation: By reducing the spray volume there is an increase in the % of the spray volume under 200 microns from 2% to almost 4 % for a very simple reason. Lower volumes mean smaller orifice sizes and larger orifice sizes result in larger droplets.

• No foaming.

• Up to 390 GPM. Olive Branch, MS • High volume, low pressure.

800-238-9095 • All 316 stainless, 5 vane impeller. www.epickett.com • Fill your hopper in under 3 minutes.

*based on the average cost of a gallon of Jet-A, fuel burn per hour and difference in loading speeds between pumps

Analysis of the droplet spectrum with 3 gals/hectare using CPllTT inclined down at 90 degrees angle.

MACBRI

Produtos Agricolas Ltda.

Agricultural Aviation Technology Consult MACBRI and don’t risk your luck

Observation: In technical terms the droplet spectrum with this application is much better than the tests made with 5, or 10 gallons/hectare, In this instance approximately 20% of the spray volume in droplets larger than 500 microns which is a dramatic improvement over the first analysis.

Experience in pest control with low volumes.

Calibration of agricultural aircraft for the optimal droplet size. Consulting on how to increase the efficiency of your operation. Drift Control BRASIL Tel: 55.19.9807.4577 ARGENTINA Tel: 54.11.3324.2117 www.macbri.com McCrackenAlan@yahoo.com

USA 5611 NW 60th Street, Kansas City, MO 64151 Tel: (816) 505.2048 Fax: (816) 505.2049 Mobile: (816) 728.1945

September 2014

B-9

Ag Pilot Photo Mat -$9.99 Great for displaying photos in a fun way unique way.

Mat measures 28” x 7”.

M A R K E T P L A C E

Graph illustrating theoretical coverage when flying in a carousel pattern

agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

Observation: When flying in a carousel pattern with an 18 -20 meter swath analysis showed a coefficient of variation of 18% across the swath of the aircraft. With wider or narrower swaths there was a greater variation in uniformity of deposition.

*MENTION THIS AD AND SAVE 10% ON YOUR NEXT PURCHASE.

*MENTION THIS *FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY AD AND SAVE 10% ON YOUR NEXT PURCHASE. *FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY

For over 30 years, ISOLAIR has been manufacturing industry leading helicopter systems for the firefighting, forestry and aerial application industries. With a broad line of certified and custom For over 30 years, ISOLAIR has been manufacturing industry leading helicopter systems for the helicopter equipment, ISOLAIR has the system to fit your company’s needs. From agricultural spray firefighting, forestry and aerial application industries. With a broad line of certified and custom systems andequipment, bucket spreaders firefighting grapples torches, ISOLAIR can helicopter ISOLAIRtohas the systemsystems, to fit yourforestry company’s needs.and From agricultural spray and will do it forestry all! systems and bucket spreaders to firefighting systems, grapples and torches, ISOLAIR can With competitive pricing, quality assurance, to itinstall andeasy will do all! products, and an ongoing commitment to customer service, we welcome you to contact us.toOur friendly and and knowledgeable staff is ready to With competitive pricing, quality assurance, easy install products, an ongoing commitment answer your questions help you the ISOLAIR best meet your to customer service, weand welcome youfind to contact us. Oursystem friendlythat and will knowledgeable staff isoperational ready to answer your questions and help you find requirements. the ISOLAIR system that will best meet your operational

ISOLAIR HELICOPTER ISOLAIR HELICOPTER SYSTEMS SYSTEMS 2410 NW BURNSIDE CT.

requirements.

www.isolairinc.com

www.isolairinc.com

27600 SE HIGHWAY 212

GRESHAM, OR 97030 U.S.A. BORING, OR 97009 U.S.A. PHONE: +1 (503) 492-2105 PHONE: +1 (503) 492-2105 FAX:FAX: +1 (503) 492-2756 +1 (503) 492-2756 EMAIL: sales@isolairinc.com EMAIL: sales@isolairinc.com

RH_FebMar12_p67.indd 1

B-10

agairupdate.com

SCAN THIS CODE WITH YOUR

SCAN THIS CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE FOR MORE SMARTPHONE FOR MORE INFO INFO

24/01/2012 10:08:53

Air Tractor Model Plane - $199.99 Handcrafted of high grade Philippine mahogany. Every letter, every line and detail is hand painted.

Calibration test on the ground before flying: Observe installation of the GoPro camera on the spray boom.

M A R K E T P L A C E

agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

Special care needed to prevent nozzles from leaking, several nozzles were observed to be leaking during the spray turns, even though meticulously cleaned and checked before flying.

In these tough economic times We can Save you money on; Engine Repairs Hot Sections Parts Repair Fuel Nozzle Exchange Insurance Claims Lightening Strike Inspection Engine Overhaul Using the approved Pratt & Whitney testing program First Class work accomplished by experienced Professionals

For immediate Service Call Jim 812-877-2587 812-877-4604 turbines@turbinesinc.com

At Turbines Inc. we repair your airworthy parts, not replace them.

September 2014

B-11

wing and a prayer

Carlin Lawrence carlin@agairupdate.com

God’s two witnesses “I will appoint My two witnesses and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth” (Revelation 11:3). These witnesses are fearless; nothing can hurt them unless God allows it! Which demonstrates God’s total control over His people and His earth.

The psalmist wrote, “Our God is in heaven; He does whatever pleases Him” (Psalm 115:3). Daniel wrote, “He (God)

does as He pleases with the powers of heaven and the peoples of the earth. No one can hold back His hand or say to

Him: ‘What have You done?’” “I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please’” (Isaiah 46:9-10). These two witnesses are wearing sackcloth, a sign of sorrow and grief over the conditions of the world at that time (Isaiah 22:12, Jeremiah 6:26).

R.T. TuRbines, inc.

In business since 1994, with over 40 years of experience.

Pratt & Whitney PT6A Engine Repair and Overhaul FAA Approved Overhaul Station MW9R610J

Complete Engine Overhaul and Repair Service Power Section Inspection Hot Section Inspection In-house Welding of Hot Zone Components New P&WC Correlated Dynamometer Test Cell

Phone

R.T. TuRbines, inc.

870-295-3552 B-12

agairupdate.com

FAA CRS # MW9R610J 3397 Hwy 121 West •Marianna, AR 72360 Rex Thompson, Jr. • Cell 501-412-3208

Fax

870-295-3554

“These are the two olive trees and the two lampstands and they stand before the God of the earth” (Revelation 11:4).

These two olive trees and two lampstands that stand before the Lord are part of the visions God gave to Zechariah (Zechariah 4:14). Zechariah’s visions focused on both the time he lived and on the end times when Jesus Christ will rule this earth. Zechariah was the encourager of Joshua the high priest and Zerubbabel as they rebuilt the temple of God. God’s message to Zerubbalel was, “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord Almighty (Zechariah 3:6).

God doesn’t need human help; God will fulfill His purposes on His earth!

Christians need to hard-wire this message into our brain— God doesn’t need humans to accomplish His purposes on His earth. These two witnesses are God’s divine instruments to speak of God’s grace and God’s warnings to this world.

of fire (2 Kings 2), and Moses’ was buried by God (Deuteronomy 34:5-8) and his body was never found; Moses’ body was argued over by the angel Michael and Satan, and Michael said to Satan, “The Lord rebuke you!” (Jude 1:9). Moses represents the law and Elijah represents the prophets. Enoch, like Elijah, never died, God took him (Genesis 5:24).

Only God knows who these two witnesses are!

Moses turned water into blood, and brought plagues upon Egypt.

“If anyone tries to harm them, fire comes from their mouths and devours their enemies. This is how anyone who wants to harm them must die” (Revelation 11:5).

God’s witnesses will destroy anyone who fights against them. Moses turned water into blood, and brought plagues upon Egypt. Elijah called down fire from heaven and shut off the rain from heaven for three and one-half years (1 Kings 17:1, 2 Kings 1). Moses and Elijah appeared on the mountain when Jesus was transfigured (Matthew 17). Elijah didn’t die; he went up in a chariot

New & Used Air Tractor Sales 802 – 602 – 504 – 502 – 402 – 401

Aircraft Maintenance & Repairs Annuals, Eddy Current Inspections, Certified AMSAFE Airbag Installation, Airframe, Certified Wing Spar Replacement and Wing Repairs

Extensive One-Stop Parts Inventory Air Tractor, Transland, Agrinautics, CP Products, Hemisphere GPS dealer, Aircraft Spruce dealer, Flight Grip, Hatfield Fuel Flow Systems, Stainless Steel Fabricators spreaders

September 2014

B-13

“They have power to shut up the heavens so that it will not rain during the time they are prophesying; and they have power to turn the waters into blood and to strike the earth with every kind of plague as often as they want” (Revelation 11:6). God’s two witnesses will wreak havoc upon ungodly humanity.

Samson’s physical strength is nothing compared to the power of God’s two witnesses over rain, earthly water, and plagues. The world’s news media will be constantly filming and talking about God’s two witnesses, wondering what kind of destruction is coming next. The whole world will be watching and listening to what God’s two witnesses say and do. God’s two witnesses are stopped only when God allows it!

“When they finish their testimony, the beast that ascends out of the bottomless pit will make war against them, overcome them,

and kill them. And their dead bodies will lie in the street of the great city which spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, where also our Lord was crucified” (Revelation 11:7-8). God’s two witnesses preach in the streets of Jerusalem, and when they have accomplished God’s mission for their life God allows Antichrist to kill them. This a good lesson for all Christians; God will not allow Christians to die until His purposes for our life are accomplished, and then God takes us into His presence (2 Corinthians 5:6-8). Jesus Christ commands all Christians to be a witness for Him in our daily life! (Matthew 28:18-20).

“Then those from the peoples, tribes, tongues, and nations will see their dead bodies three-and-a-half days, and not allow their dead bodies to be put into graves. And those who dwell on the earth will rejoice over them, make merry, and send gifts to one

Control™ Boosts Fungicide Performance, Ups Yield Deposition Aid/Drift Retardant

In an aerial, low-volume, fungicide application study: • Adding Control™ to a branded, commercial fungicide increased yield of corn by 10 bu/A over fungicide alone.

• If corn is $4.50/bu, that’s an extra $45 per acre on a very small investment.

• Contact us for more information on the study and a free sample.

Without Control™

With Control™

“Your Additive Specialist” P.O. Box 619, Converse, IN 46919

B-14

agairupdate.com

Tel: 765-395-3441 Cell: 561-379-6251 Fax 413-235-5154 www.garrco.com email: mrfoam1@garrco.com

another, because these two prophets tormentedcreativepro.com those who dwell on the earth” (Revelation 11:9-10). For centuries Bible scholars taught these two verses as an allegory, or symbol, because it was impossible for people from all over the world to see this happen. But in July of 1962, the Telstar Satellite was put into orbit around the earth—the rest is history. Earthly minded people (unbelievers) will have a great party after these two men are killed. It will be a worldwide celebration of the death of God’s two witnesses; but that celebration won’t last very long!

“But after the three and a half days the breath of life from God entered them, and they stood on their feet, and terror struck those who saw them. Then they heard a loud voice from heaven saying to them, “Come up here.” And they went up to heaven in a cloud, while their enemies looked on” (Revelation 11:11-12).

The worldwide party is interrupted when God’s two witnesses come to life and stand on their feet, and God speaks and takes them into heaven. The worldly minded people panic when these two men are taken up in their two man rapture, but these worldly minded people still refuse to believe in Jesus Christ.

Jesus said, “If they do not hear Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded though one rise from the dead” (Luke 16:31). Is Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior? If He isn’t—give me one honest reason why not! Your eternal destiny, in God’s heaven or in the lake of fire with Satan, rests on your decision about Jesus Christ.

The All New

Units in Stock Level 3 Service Center Air Tractor

Sealed Batteries

FAA - PMA Approved

Pumps - Valves - Parts

Wingman & Load Hawg

Lighting Up the World... ...one Runway or Taxiway at a Time.

BrightPortal Resources, LLC 2003 Avenue G • Danbury, TX 77534 Tim Cowsert tim@brightportalresources.com www.brightportalresources.com

Solar LED Markers from BrightPortal

979-270-1655

All models Thrush and Air Tractor

Hopper Door Systems Kits and Parts in Stock Experienced Installer

Best brake prices in ag aviation for 502, 602, 802, Thrush

Large inventory of Thrush Airframe Parts Spar cap replacement center

Call Danny or Pete

662-846-0228 Sales Service Parts Satloc Service 662-846-0228 662-846-0229 662-843-0803 662-846-0229 Pete Jones Fax 662-843-0811 Danny Lowery Dallas Bright sales@airrepairinc.com • www.airrepairinc.com

September 2014

B-15

twenty years ago Gary Flying Service revisited

Dromaders working in Mississippi

by Bill Lavender

INVERNESS, MS - Whenever I’m anywhere near the west central part of Mississippi I usually stop at Gary Flying Service.

I can always count on a good meal and good company. From past issues of AgAir Update, it is probably known Gary Flying Service is owned and operated by Mark Gary. Who also owns the famous Hometown Restaurant in Inverness; Mississippi’s best cooking.

On this particular visit, I wanted to see how Mark was getting along with his new M-18A Dromaders. Last year Gary Flying Service added a new M-18A, bought from Kimmel Aviation in Greenwood. This year he added a second one and was waiting on the delivery of the third M-18A the day I arrived. Must like them!

For those with short memories, Gary Flying Service is a rice and cotton

Mint Turbines has over 30 years of Turbine Engine Overhaul experience. We have successfully repaired, overhauled and tested thousands of Pratt & Whitney PT6T Power Sections, Combining Gearboxes and PT6A Turboprop engines. Let us assist you with your PT6 needs!

SERVICES PT6T / PT6A

• Repair & Overhaul • Boroscope Inspection • Worldwide 24/7 Field Service • Service Bulletin / Airworthiness Directive Compliance • Model Conversions • Complete Test Capabilities • Rental Pool Available • Parts Support • Hot Section Inspection • Failure Analysis • Component Repair • Unscheduled removal inspections • Light overhaul inspections • PT6T 2500 Hour Clutch Inspection • Power Section Repair • Hot Section Repair • Bleed Valve Overhaul • Fuel Nozzle (Overhaul/Serviceable) Al Weser General Manager (469) 878-7976

Customer Support Manager (918) 688-1653

Gilbert Palacios Danny Hickman Regional Sales Mgr./ Field Service Rep. T53 Customer Support Manager (918) 606-1720 (918) 688-3385

WWW.MintTurbines.com B-16

agairupdate.com

mounted augers outfitted with scales for accurate fertilizer measuring.

In the past operators had concerns about the dry swath pattern of the Dromaders.

Gary Flying Service flew their M-18A’s at a WRK workshop making adjustments to the spreaders. It was discovered by raising the tail of the spreader the pattern improved substantially.

With the 800-gallon capacity, the M-18A can easily handle Two of three Gary Flying Service's Dromaders nestle comfortably at the fuel pad and office complex in Inverness. operation in the Mississippi Delta. The M-18A’s high capacity hoppers seemed to be fitting the bill for the ag operation.

Mark had the Kimmel’s increase the hopper size of the standard M-18A’s from 660 gallons to 800 gallons. Although the Gary Flying Service M-18A’s never carry 800 gallons of liquid, the extra room works real well for fertilizing rice.

With the 800-gallon capacity, the M-18A can easily handle 4,000-pounds of urea.

The extra room in the hopper allows for a quick fill-time because the fertilizer doesn’t have to be spread inside of the hopper, but can be augured in without any prepping for closing the hopper lid.

The 4,000-pound loading was timed well under a minute with the 10-inch truck

4,000 pounds of urea.

Gary Flying Service Dromaders are outfitted with CP Nozzles. After pattern checks, Mark was extremely pleased with the extra swath width of the Dromader and the droplet sizes from the CP Nozzles.

There had been a few changes since the last time I had visited the Gary operation.

Precision Tolerances

Proprietary Heat-Treatment

Sinusoidal Radius

HIGH PERFORMANCE STARTS WITH THE RIGHT PARTS APS has designed a high quality brake disc that has established itself as the benchmark among aircraft brake discs. A true blend of strength and durability.

CNC machined from a rigid one piece design these brakes are built to provide unparalleled performance.

Heat treated to give it the appearance, with our name proudly engraved on the side; APS offers the ultimate in braking performance.

Find all of our available brake components at

khunter@hunterag.com September 2014

B-17

Mark had freshly painted all the buildings with the Gary Flying Service logo that can be seen from the highway three quarters of a mile away. Good advertising.

Mark had added another office for the bookkeeping. Moving bookkeeper, Mary Bess Woodruff, out of the hustle of the scheduling area to her own “quite” space next door.

Long time pilot, Steve Rodgers, who ran the Belzoni, Mississippi operation, had bought out Mark’s interest and was now on his own in Belzoni. David “Killer” Miller was still at Gary's leading the way with the most M-18A flight time of the crew. David began flying the M-18A last year accumulating over 1,100 hours at the time of my visit.

Mark had added a new pilot for Gary Flying Service, local ag pilot, Jimmy Duke, and he had already flown a couple of hundred hours on the second M-18A. I guess Mark couldn’t stand watching those 58-foot wingspan aircraft turn out so much work without getting in on the action. The third M-18A will be his to “clear the books” each day, giving his customers, some for over thirty years, the best service possible.

Mark explained to me the M-18A was meeting all of his expectations and then some. “Bill, when it comes to spreading fertilizer and spraying Stam at 10 gallons per acre on rice, this Camel is outworking any ag plane I have ever owned over the years. It delivers a tremendous swath, handles a heavy load

AGROBATICS

W E ’V E G O T

AGRICULTURE COVERED We provide accurate, even coverage in the agricultural field. Just like the operations we insure.

EXPLORING THE FLIGHT ENVELOPE Come fly with Wayne Handley in the Extra 300L, and do all the maneuvers you have always wondered about…

WITH CONFIDENCE!!

The Extra is a state-of-the-art aerobatic airplane with limits well beyond your comfort zone. Wayne is a former ag and airshow pilot who enjoys teaching aerobatics and seeing his students have fun.

The AGROBATICS course covers stalls, spins, aerobatics and unusual attitudes. You will fly six flights and receive four to six hours of briefing and debriefing. The cost for one person is $2,200, but if two people come through the course together the price is only $1,950 each.

www.waynehandley.com wayne.handley@gmail.com Office 209-962-7868 • Mobile 831-596-5820 Fax 209-962-7836

For more info go to:

pimi.com

B-18

agairupdate.com

800.826.4442

with ease, and just keeps amazing me with the work it can turn out in a day.”

Mark went on to tell AAU how his pilots figured on a max liquid load of 650 gallons. Although the M-18A can carry a bigger load, 650 gallons fills the bill for safe all day flying. The M-18A isn’t a 140 mph aircraft, but it is steady at 125 mph to, across, and from the field, load after load. With the extra payload and the wide swath, the M-18As are tough to beat when it comes to performance.

“Bill, we have realized one heck of an increase in efficiency. Not only are these planes turning out the work, but with the addition of the SATLOC GPS units we are covering more ground with two planes than we did with three last year. I never imagined how much simpler life could be when we added the SATLOCs. I knew it would be easier, but it is just one of those things you have to experience to fully understand,” Mark explained.

DeSpain Collection Stone Coasters $29.99 DeSpain set of four stone coasters. Set includes Ag-Cat, AT-502, Cessna, and Thrush 510

TPE331

OWNERS: WE PROVIDE FOR YOUR TPE331: TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

COMPRESSOR SECTION INSPECTION

EMERGENCY A.O.G. FIELD SERVICE

ENGINE TEST CELL

ENGINE SALES

LEBOW TORQUE CALIBRATION

CAM

PROPSTRIKE INSPECTIONS

HOT SECTION INSPECTIONS

TURBINE TRANSITION TRAINING

GEAR BOX INSPECTIONS

ely to

ROBERT BAKER KATIE BAKER 2245 Airport Rd., P.O. Box 155 Midvale, Idaho 83645 Phone: (208) 229-8340 • Fax: (208) 355-1114 www.agairturbines.com

icat e d ex NORTH AMERICA’S AGRICULTURAL AVIATION INDUSTRY ed

usiv

agairupdatemarketplace.com

Call or Fax your order TODAY!!!

478-987-2250 Voice • 478-987-1836 Fax

cl

M A R K E T P L A C E

“Guide to Flying South America” Only $15.00 “My One Hundred Loves” Only $17.95 Or order both at $27.95 and Save Add $5.00 S&H MasterCard/Visa

t oud o be d Pr

Before, the farmers furnished flaggers for Gary Flying Service. It was always a

Available Now!

478-987-2250 AgAirAd_resized_rev_C9511.indd 1

26/08/13 1:23 PM

September 2014

B-19

Fax: (281) 533-9398 Email: sales@houstonairmotive.com Website: www.houstonairmotive.com / SHIPPING ADDRESS SHOP SERVICES We are one of the few repair facilities that stillMAILING make personal fi eld service calls by using fully equipped Houstonthat Airmotive LLC • Hotmake Section Repairs SHOP SERVICES We are one of the few repair facilities still service vehicles and FAA Certified Technicians.

By Regional – Hot Section Inspections Airport Wharton personal fi eld service calls by using fully equipped HotRe-blade, SectionTrue Repairs utilizing our state of the art service equipment, we will – Compressor Turbine•Disk & Balance Vonderau Drive service vehicles andinspection FAAlogistical Certifi ed Robert Technicians.

By – Hot Section Inspections – Power Turbine Disk for Re-blade &flagger Balance be able to perform immediate and 714 repair nightmare arranging the to be in the right Inner Exit Duct Re-work & Pre-machining utilizing ourimmobilized state of theinarttheservice equipment, will for Engines that are field.Wharton, Our – Compressor Turbine Disk Re-blade, True & Balance Texas –we 77488 field at the right time.

Then something would go wrong, weather Compressor Turbine Blade 3,000Turbine & 5,000 Hour technicians meet at your location anywhere in – Power Disk Re-blade & Balance be will able to you perform immediate inspection and– repair Inspections our Service Area.

This includes the immediate Texas, or mechanical, and the pilot would have leave& Pre-machining the field – Inner Exit Ductto Re-work for Engines that are immobilized the field.

Our – Combustion Liner Repairs LATin/ LONG Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma areas. Expanded – Compressor Turbine Blade 3,000 & 5,000 Hour – Small & Large Exit Duct Repairs causing scheduling havoc. technicians will meet you at your location anywhere in Service Options outside our immediate area are also 29-15-15.4N/096-09-15.8W includesService the immediate Texas, • Power Section Repairs Inspections availableour and Service welcomedArea. upon This your request.

ARP Elevation: –100 – Combustion Liner Repairs Sudden Arkansas and Oklahoma requiringLouisiana, in house work will be brought to our shopareas. Expanded Stoppage Inspections Now, with GPS, the M-18As head for the field, theRepairs work and – Small & Large Exitdo Duct – Prop Strike Inspections UNICOM Frequency: 122.7 for fast Service reliable work, before re-installation by our Options outside our immediate area are also – Over Torque Inspections experienced group of Technicians.

Our primary goal is • Power Section Repairs comeyour home.

No more flaggers and the farmers love it. available and welcomed upon request.

–Service Lightning Strike Inspections to have you back in the air with minimal down time, no – Sudden – Metal in the Oil (M.I.O.) Repairs Stoppage Inspections requiring in house work will be brought to our shop hassle and with a minimum of outlay expense.

– Exhaust Case Replacement – Prop Strike Inspections

Delivering Except Engine Performa with Value

Houston Airmotive LLC is an FAA Certified Repair Station (4HNR229C) specializing in Pratt & Whitney for fast reliable work, before re-installation our Canada PT6A Aircraft Turbine Engines. Our new I asked Mark if he–by charged surcharge for the GPS, like some of 1st & 2nd StageaPlanetary Gear Bearing – Over Torque Inspections experienced group of Technicians. Our primary goal is State of the Art Facility is located 60 miles Southwest Replacement and Overhaul – Lightning Strike Inspections the other operators do.

“No, it’s just another service for our Houston Airmotive is an FAA Certifi ed Repair of Houston, Texas atLLC the Wharton County Regional to have you back in the air with minimal down• time, no Repair – Metal in the Oil (M.I.O.) Repairs Fuel Nozzle • Hot Section Repairs customers.

I can easily pay for the Fuel units with increased Station (4HNR229C) in Pratt & and Whitney Airport (KARM). Wespecializing offer the latest tooling – Clean & Functionally Simplex hassle and with a minimum of outlay expense.

–Test Exhaust Case Nozzles Replacement equipment to provide quality repairs Engines. and inspections – Clean & Functionally TeststDuplex Nozzles • Power Section Repairs Canada PT6A Aircraft Turbine Our new nd Fuel efficiency; savings on fuel, tach time and increased – 1 & 2 Stage Planetary production.

Gear Bearing – Exchange Kits Available for of fastthe turnArt times and at aisvery competitive price.Southwest • Fuel Nozzle Repair State Facility located 60 miles

Over 60 Years of Experience

Services:

Replacement and Overhaul Fuel Nozzle Tip Replacement The advantage of– two SATLOCs is like adding a third aircraft.

• Turbine Engine Welding – A.O.G. Services are• available of With Houston, Texas of at experience the Wharton County Regional We latest tooling andPT6A Fuel Nozzle Repair over offer 60 yearsthe on the P&W I’m very pleased.”

• Full NDE & Inspection • Turbine Engine Welding Airport (KARM).

Wetoservice offer the latest tooling and turbineequipment engine, we offer work in sectional and – Clean & Functionally Test Simplex Fuel Nozzles provide quality Processes • Full NDE & Inspection–Processes equipment to provide repairs overhaul repairs.

Work quality can be done in theand fieldinspections or at Clean & Functionally Test Duplex Fuel Nozzles repairs andainspections Questioning Mark about maintenance onKits the M-18As, he said in Wharton. allows the customers the • Detailed Condition – Exchange Available • Detailed Condition Reports for our fastfacility turn times and atThis very competitive price. choice “flyingturn in” ortimes sending and their engine work to us – Fuel Nozzle Tip Replacement forof fast at a very • Turbine Engine Management Reports that the newer models were different from the older M-18As. from their own FBO or local A&P Technician.

– A.O.G. Services are available • Borescope Inspections competitive price.

• Turbine Engine With over 60 years of experience on the P&W PT6A AAU checked with Kimmel Aviation to find out what these • Turbine Engine Welding FIELD SERVICES • Engine Changes Management turbine engine, we offer service work in sectional and improvements were.

• Full fi eld mobile service support, with on-wing • Engine Overhaul Management FAA Certified Repair Station (4HNR229C) • Full NDE & Inspection Processes • Borescope Inspections overhaul repairs. Work can be done in the field or at 100/200/300 hour inspections.

• Pre-Purchase Evaluations • Engine Changes our facility in Wharton. This allows the customers the • Detailed Condition Reports • Annual engine inspection/service.

New for 1994 with theAnalysis M-18A are 11 engine changes involving • Failure Pre-Purchase Evaluations choice of “flying in” or sending their engine work to• us • Turbine Engine Management • Fuel Nozzle clean/inspect with Borescope • Option of Rental Engine decreaseincreased down time 27 new parts. The engine TBO hasto been from 1,000 to • Failure Analysis from their own FBO or local A&P Technician. capabilities.

• Borescope Inspections

1,200 • On wing Hot Section inspection and repair.

hours. Blank (undrilled) pistons are used in the four • Engine Changes cylinders reducing oil leakage during start-up as well as Wharton Regional Airport • Full field mobile service support, with on-wing • Engine Overhaul Management minimizing chances of engine hydraulic lock.

714 Robert Vonderau Drive 100/200/300 hour inspections.

FIELD SERVICES

• Troubleshooting engine and related systems. bottom

• Pre-Purchase Evaluations

Wharton, Texas 77488engine inspection/service.

• Annual • Failure Analysis (979) 531-8885 balancing to reduce • Fuel Nozzle clean/inspectThe with propeller Borescope has improved aerodynamic • Option of Rental Engine to decrease down time www.houstonairmotive.com capabilities. in-flight vibrations. A new “piston-type” hydraulic accumulator • On wing Hot Section inspection and repair.

• Troubleshooting engine and related systems.

AG

AVIATION Ag Pilot Training School.com

Ag Pilot Training

Learn to be an ag PiLot in 3 to 4 weeks! www.agaviationschool.com Call Now To Start Your Career

Bruce: 770-329-4410 email: bruce@agaviationschool.com

REABE AIRCRAFT IMPROVEMENT ReabeAir.com

True Quantity Hopper Quantity Gauge Boom Pressure & Suction One Gallon Accuracy Reliable STC & PMA Available for most AG aircraft

NOW $3,900

CLEAR VIEW CANOPY

P: 715-335-6810 F: 715-355-4610 W13105 Alp Ave Plainfield WI 54966

B-20

agairupdate.com

ReabeAir@gmail.com

David "Killer" Miller hesitates for only a minute with "Big Clyde" before another load of fertilizer. Note enlarged hopper top.

has been incorporated to enhance back-up hydraulic capability.

The hydraulic lines have even been rerouted to improve reliability.

The 1994 M-18A battery has been relocated changing the aircraft’s CG, thereby improving its flight characteristics. The exhaust system clamps are redesigned with the incorporation of an exhaust outlet support. The 1994 M-18A’s engine oil cooler has been enlarged by 20 percent frontal area with a

“Not affiliated with Rolex USA”

High Performance Aviation Experience high performance and high reliability with the new TRACE turbocharged V-8 aircraft engines.

Longer life, high reliability 600 horsepower engines are now available for Air Tractor 300 & 400 Series & DHC-2 Beaver aircraft. Ask about our new 750 horsepower FADEC engine with optional fuel capability available in experimental configuration.

TC projected for last half of 2014..

Call for a flight demo and factory tour at 432-618-7223. Don’t forget to ask about TowBot, the most versatile airplane mover in the world TRACE Engines L.P. 3000 W. Interstate 20 Midland, TX 79701 432-618-7223 432-618-8745 (FAX) www.traceengines.com

September 2014

B-21

Belt Buckles - $39.99

510 Thrush • 660 Thrush • Radial Air Tractor • Turbine Ag-Cat Measures 3.75” x 2’

M A R K E T P L A C E

agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

Jimmy Dukes "Big Al's" massive 58-foot wing dwarfs loading equipment and ground crew.

thermostatic valve for quick warm-ups and optimum working oil temps.

AirTech

The electrical components have been relocated to reduce chemical contamination and corrosion. And for operators flying the Dromader at varying altitudes, a mixture control option is available.

So far with his new M-18As, Mark hasn’t had any problems that he considered noteworthy. When I was there, Jimmy’s M-18A was scheduled to go to Kimmel’s for brake maintenance. Mark expressed the convenience of having a maintenance facility

CONTAINMENT/LOADING PAD -Portable/Permanent Containment Solutions -Aluminum and Fiberglass Construction -Standard or Custom Sizes

AirTech

-Visually Inspectable -Easy on / Easy off

Ask about our newest solution

“Trailer Pad” 605-865-3400-office 605-865-3481-plant www.octaflex.com richard@octaflex.com

Over 34-years in aerial application and over 20-years in the containment business.

B-22

agairupdate.com

like Kimmel Aviation close by. Not only was it convenient, but with the 600-hour warranty of the M-18A, it made it real easy to get minor problems worked out.

Realizing Mark was a happy camper, watching 8,000 pounds of fertilizer leave every 15-20 minutes with two ag aircraft, I decided to head east for Georgia. Upon Les Clanton, avid ag aviation announcing my goodbyes, supporter, and Mark Gary Mark pulled me aside, discuss the Clancy's menu. insisting I stay over the night. He wanted me to visit a friend of his in Yazoo, Mississippi who had a restaurant that was better than his. promised me it would be worth the 45-minute What? Somewhere better than Hometown drive. There was supposed to be a wall or two Restaurant? I found that hard to believe. Not in the restaurant dedicated to ag flying! How only was this supposed to be a super good could I say no? place to eat, but the owner, Les Clanton was a crop duster nut. He had never flown ag planes, The name Les Clanton from Yazoo City but he has always had a love for them. Mark sounded familiar. Whenever I think of Yazoo

Ag Plane Wine Glasses $ 14.99 each or

49.99

$

set of 4

Chester Roberts Supply Company Overhauled Radial Aircraft Engines - Propellers 661 Pearce St. • Collinsville, TX 76233 Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903-429-6047 crs5r@aol.com Pratt & Whitney and Curtiss Wright Engines and Parts Carburetors - Magnetos - Alternators - Accessories Overhauled engines in stock

M A R K E T P L A C E agairupdatemarketplace.com

478-987-2250

R-985 R-1340 R-1820 R-1830 R-2800 Top Quality Engines / Props Family Owned /Operated, Celebrating Our 45th Year of Service!

Buying engines/parts/propellers/parts Top Prices Paid Send List or Call

ZEE SYSTEMS AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING for

AIRCRAFT

FAA Approved Part 21 Manufacturer FAA-PMA PQ0490SW Equipment approved on:

THRUSH AIR TRACTOR AG-CAT • Beechcraft King & Queen Air • Bell 212 & 412, UH-60 Black Hawk Columbian-AF • Bombardier DASH 8 • BAe J31, J32, 146 • Cessna Citation 500-S551 • Dassault Falcon 10 & 20 • Embraer 110 • Douglas DC-3 • de Havilland Twin Otter • Fairchild Merlin & Metroliners • Fokker F27 • Gulfstream G-1 • Albatros & Mallard • Lear Jet • Let 410 • Lockheed C-130 • P-2 & P-3, • Mi-8 • PZL Dromader & M28-05 • Short Bros. 3-30

800-988-2665 (COOL) 210-342-1880 FAX 210-341-2609 www.zeeco-zeesys.com MADE IN THE U.S.A.

September 2014

B-23

If it loads it in, or sprays it out, we’ve got you covered. ® THE CPPRODUCTS COMPANY, INC.

City, Mississippi I think of one person, Bob Bailey, a legend in this ag aviation business. Although, there’s no connection between Bob and Les, I'm sure Bob frequents the place. The recollection came from our subscription list. Les is an avid reader of AAU. Now he can read about Clancy’s (An airport nickname of Les's started by none other than Wes Allen) for himself. Maybe these pages will be preserved for all time on the wall!

As for myself, I was impressed. A trip worth the taking. If you are ever in Yazoo City, be sure you stop at Clancy’s. After you finally make up your mind what you want to eat, take a look on the walls. You will be amazed at the ag aviation memorabilia.

We couldn’t make up our mind what to eat, so we ordered a taste of it all to carry back to Inverness. It came in a box big enough for a suitcase! Fine eating; catfish, Mexican okra, fried chicken, ribs, bar-b-que, beans, nachos and a bunch more! And just for two people!

Olive Branch, MS 800-238-9095 www.epickett.com

Editor’s Note: Danny at Kimmel Aviation reported to AAU that the two Gary Flying Service Dromaders had completed spreading 38 tons of urea with a ten-mile ferry in less than two hours. And on another occasion, closer in, had spread 30 tons of fertilizer in one hour.

WE DO IT RIGHT! We’re the small shop that’s huge on service - unsurpassed in workmanship.

We’re your experts for complete service to the full line of Pratt & Whitney PT6 Engines.

Thrush

• • • • • • •

Proven swath widths up to 85’ wide * Save up to 5 gallons of fuel/hour Simple 1 day installation Greatly reduces wing tip vortices Increased performance due to less drag Proven increase in spray deposition accuracy Reduces drift *

• Overhaul • Repair • On-site Capabilities • Hot sections in the Field

* With proper spray equipment

www.southwest-airmotive.com 1601 Hwy 84 • Hayti, MO 63851 800-325-0885 • www.midcont.com

B-24

agairupdate.com

4801 North Tumbleweed Road • Eloy, Arizona 85131

520-466-7274

Flying Tiger Aviation announces expansion in Northeast Louisiana Flight school to include partnership with Louisiana Delta Community College satellite campus; Louisiana Aerial Application Center of Excellence to be established in Bastrop BASTROP, LA—Louisiana Economic Development executive Kelsey Short and Flying Tiger Aviation owner Mo Rolfs announced the company will expand in Northeast Louisiana, creating a contemporary flight training center for aerial applications in agriculture and other industries. As part of an $847,000 capital investment, Flying Tiger Aviation will relocate from Rayville, Louisiana, to the Morehouse Memorial Airport in Bastrop.

At the Bastrop airport, the company will construct 20,000 square feet of hangar space, a 5,000-square-foot maintenance hangar and a 150,000-square-foot expansion of the tarmac. The project will create 21 new direct jobs with an average salary of

$61,000 per year, plus benefits, while retaining 14 existing jobs.

LED estimates the expansion will result in an additional 10 new indirect jobs, for a total of more than 30 new jobs in Northeast Louisiana. In partnership with Louisiana Delta Community College’s campus in Bastrop, located near the airport, the project will create the Louisiana Aerial Application Center of Excellence, or LAACOE. “Flying Tiger Aviation is a leader in agricultural aviation training, with 90% of its students coming from other states and even international locations,” said Short, executive director of Louisiana Economic Development’s Business Expansion and Retention Group. “With the establishment of the Louisiana Aerial Application Center of Excellence at Louisiana Delta Community College in Bastrop, this facility will be poised to become a preeminent provider of aerial application flight training, not only in the field of agriculture, but also in other emerging sectors.

Louisiana’s talented workforce and strong business climate continue to encourage companies to invest in our state, where today more Louisianians are working than ever before.”

September 2014

B-25

Flying Tiger is one of only two major agricultural flying schools in the U.S. Founded by co-owner Edwards Barham in 1998, the school provides aviation training, FAA certification, ratings and endorsements for row-crop, forestry and other applications, such as firebombing to control and contain fast-spreading fires.

The company offers courses for beginning as well as advanced pilots.

“Northeast Louisiana has the demographics that make it an ideal location for the intersection of agriculture, aviation, engineering and information technology,” said Rolfs, also the chief operations officer for Flying Tiger Aviation. “The region has a rich history in all of these areas with the first aerial application flight occurring here. The largest concentration of aerial application pilots in the world is in the Delta Region.

There is simply no better place for the end-to-end development of the science of aerial application to include the use of unmanned aircraft for precision agriculture.”

Louisiana Delta Community College, combining with Flying Tiger Aviation’s resources as an agricultural aviation leader, will partner with company leaders to develop standardized instructional courses for pilots. LAACOE will be the first program of its kind to feature training for manned and unmanned aerial application systems that support agriculture and other fields, such as the oil and gas industry. Unmanned aviation vehicles, for instance, can be used for pipeline safety and surveillance work.

“We are humbled by the opportunity to serve the citizens of Morehouse Parish through this unique partnership and feel privileged to play a role in the Governor’s vision of advancing economic development by creating a skilled workforce for Louisiana,” said Chancellor Barbara Hanson of Louisiana Delta Community College.

Construction at the Morehouse Memorial Airport in Bastrop will begin in November 2014, and Flying Tiger will begin the relocation to Bastrop from Rayville in March 2015. The company expects hiring to begin soon after the relocation, reaching full employment by the end of 2016. Operations will begin in Bastrop by mid-2015, but LAACOE will begin coursework earlier, in September 2014.

“The City of Bastrop is excited about the selection of our airport

by Flying Tiger Aviation to establish a new aviation training center,” Bastrop Mayor Arthur Jones said. “This will provide Bastrop a great opportunity to attract new technology-based jobs. We appreciate the confidence that Mr. Rolfs and Mr. Barham have placed in our city.”

Louisiana Economic Development began working with Flying Tiger on a potential expansion project in May 2014. To secure the expansion, LED offered Flying Tiger a competitive incentive package, including a $575,000 Economic Development Award Program grant that will be used by the airport to complete $275,000 in new hangar construction and $300,000 in tarmac

REGIONS INSURANCE

Dallas • Hyannis • Pittsburgh

PT6A Repair & Overhaul www.primeturbines.com

Explore the alternatives… call Prime Turbines.

LD Blake 870.208.3814 1.800.282.4744 Fax : 870.208.9336 lblake@primeturbines.com

ENGINE OVERHAUL POWER SECTION ENGINE TESTING HOT SECTION GAS GENERATOR FUEL NOZZLES M.O.R.E. PROGRAM BLEED VALVE

SERVING THE AGRICULTURAL AVIATION INDUSTRY WITH PROFESSIONALISM SINCE 1960 Regions Insurance understands and specializes in the aerial applications business. If you would like for our staff to review or quote your aviation insurance program, please contact: Scott Thomason, Vice President 4401 Corporate Drive Texarkana, TX 75503 Toll Free 800-467-7617 Ext. 313 or Cell 903-276-6881 scott.thomason@regions.com ■ www.regionsinsurance.com

EASA ©2014 Regions. Not A Deposit / Not FDIC-Insured / Not Insured By Any Federal Government Agency / Not Guaranteed by a Bank.

B-26

agairupdate.com

upgrades for the project. Flying Tiger Aviation also is expected to utilize the state’s Enterprise Zone program.

“Flying Tiger Aviation will be a wonderful addition to the airport,” said Manager Brent Elton of Morehouse Memorial Airport. “It is the catalyst needed to move the airport in a direction of growth.”

“It is great to see individuals recognize the value of assets that we have available to aviation-related business,” said President and CEO Kay King of the Morehouse Economic Development Corp. “Flying Tiger Aviation will facilitate our airport in becoming a viable asset in the development of technologybased jobs for Bastrop.”

about Flying Tiger Aviation Flying Tiger Aviation offers courses for a wide range of FAA certificates, ratings and endorsements, serving students from across the U.S. and around the world. All Flying Tiger agricultural aviation flight and ground instructors are qualified and experienced agriculture aviation pilots who hold FAA flight instructor certificates. For more information, visit www. flyingtigersaviation.com.

September 2014

B-27

Higher Education

in my opinion

Roar offer! g with a ti

Flying Tiger Aviation offers flight and ground training for budding ag pilots, and turbine transition training for older hands.

• Ground Instruction & Tail Wheel Training • Instruction for Pesticide Licensing Testing

Robert A. McCurdy, Chief Pilot / Flight Instructor Flying Tiger Aviation, LLC, RobertMcCurdy@agairupdate.com

Words of wisdom Recently, two young men completed my turbine transition course. What a pleasure it was to fly with these guys. Neither had over 400 hours total flight time, yet both completed our basic agricultural aviation flight training course; doing extremely well. Because of their low flight time and no previous ag flying history, I was hesitant about putting them in the front seat of our Thrush. When I am instructing in the back seat of the Thrush, the

only instruments I can see are the altimeter and the airspeed indicator, and that is if the student leans hard to the right! The bloody truth is, I have truly had some genuine “o.s.” moments sitting in that back seat!

I have seen many young aspiring ag pilots who handled the airplane like a seasoned pro, but often times they are not quite as good as they think they are and that scares me. They think

• Dual-Control Turbine Thrush • Dual-Control Ag Cat

All The Parts You Need… in one pass.

• Private Instrument & Commercial Instruction Compro

Smoker

Hemisphere Air

Call now!

Call Now! FlyiNg Tiger aviaTioN 318-244-7581 INFO@FLYINGTIGERSAVIATION.COM FLYINGTIGERSAVIATION.COM

B-28

agairupdate.com

LANE Aviation With over 7,000 different ag aircraft parts in stock and instant access to many others, Lane Aviation offers convenience and experience you can count on.

Lane Aviation, your single source ag aircraft parts distributor.

888-995-LANE (5263)

281-342-5451 TEL • 281-232-5401 FAX • P.O. Box 432, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 www.laneav.com • parts@laneav.com

they can fly like Wayne Handley. I did not think either of these two men fell into that category.

When a student completes the course, I write a detailed critique on his/her performance based on notes that I take throughout the training period. The more I write on the critique, the worse they did. Needless to say, I had very little notes on these guys. But I always end my critique with all of my turbine students, with these words: The nature of the business is hazardous work. Taking totally unnecessary chances such as hammerhead turns and flying heavier than is necessary is reckless, shows a serious lack of judgment and is a sign of immaturity and unprofessionalism.

AgAir Update | Junior Page | 7.08”w x 9.14”h

Taking totally unnecessary chances such as hammerhead turns and flying heavier than is necessary is reckless.

All of us old timers have had several of those “o.s.” moments, and we have exited them alive, but with powerful and permanent lessons stamped indelibly on the hard drive of our brain.

And so, as always, be safe, have fun, make money and be a professional in your flying.

(IS NOT TO BE TAKEN LIGHTLY) Compare Us To Others When you bring your PT6A-AG engine or module to us, our light overhaul work scope offers more value and reliability including standard services such as accessory overhaul, comprehensive inspection of key components, and full balance of all rotating subassemblies. Do other shops include all this as standard? Know what else you get? Options. No work begins without your authorization. No surprises.

Looking for a light overhaul for your PT6A? AgRight gives you the most thorough light overhaul work scope in the industry at a cost comparable to any authorized shop, large or small.

Industry-Leading Warranty* We offer a three-year or 1,500-hour warranty on our work. And if Dallas Airmotive performs your next scheduled Hot Section Inspection, the warranty will be extended for the entire module or engine for another three years or 1,500 hours*.

We provide industry-leading service whether it’s repair, overhaul, test, warranty or field support. You won’t

Closer To Home Our seven strategically located Regional Turbine Centers ensure that, wherever you are, you’re not far from expert assistance, including 24/7/365 field service support. And smaller multiple facilities help ensure a quicker turn time on your engine.

get that level of support through any other light overhaul provider. It’s a light overhaul. Not a once-over-lightly.

*1,750 hours for PT6A-34AG; 1,800 hours for PT6A-21AG, -27AG, -28AG.

For field support and OEM-authorized service to keep your engine and your operation running smoothly, contact Dallas Airmotive.

Tel 636.537.9955

•

AgRight@DallasAirmotive.com

•

AgRight.com

September 2014

B-29

ntsb reports NTSB Identification: *CEN14CA283* Date: June 07, 2014 Location: Wilmont, AR Aircraft: AYRES CORPORATION S2R T34 Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot stated that on the day of the accident he had sprayed 13 loads of fertilizer and was beginning the 14th load when the accident occurred. The pilot informed the loading crew to load 400 gallons of fertilizer, which was the same amount that he had used on the previous flights. The pilot initiated the takeoff and the airplane became airborne, but was unable to gain enough altitude to clear the corn crop at the end of the airstrip. The airplane received substantial damage to the fuselage when it settled into the corn. The pilot reported that after the accident, it was determined that the hopper had been filled with 480 gallons of fertilizer. The pilot stated that since he cannot see how much fertilizer was loaded from his seat, he has to trust the

loading crew to properly load the fertilizer. The pilot reported there were no mechanical issues with the airplane that would have prevented normal operation.

NTSB Identification: *CEN14CA314* Date: June 21, 2014 Location: Newport, AR Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 402B Injuries: 1 Minor.

The accident occurred during an aerial application flight. The pilot made the first spray pass over the field during which he flew under a wire at the end of the field. He stated he flew under the wire to avoid spraying chemical on a neighboring field. The pilot stated that he misjudged his altitude as he entered the field for the second pass, again flying under the wire, and the top of the vertical stabilizer contacted the wire. A piece of the vertical stabilizer separated from the airplane. The rudder was bent and

We have what you’re looking for. Agrinautics • Champion • Cleveland • Compro • Crophawk • Electronics International • Flight Grip • GPS guidance systems • Kawak • Nozzles • Pratt & Whitney • Rapco • Simplex • Specialty Tire • Spreaders • Transland • Weath-Aero Our west coast time zone means late next-day orders are no problem!

ONE CALL GETS IT ALL 559-686-7401 PARTS: 877-686-7401 Central California’s One-Stop Solution MEFFORD FIELD - TULARE , CA

B-30

agairupdate.com

thevalleyaircrafts.com

partially detached from the vertical stabilizer. The airplane nosed down, impacted the terrain, and slid about 200 yards prior to coming to rest. The pilot stated there were no preimpact mechanical issues with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Identification: *WPR14LA267* Date: June 23, 2014 Location: Sacramento, CA Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 502B Injuries: 1 Minor.

An Air Tractor AT-502B airplane sustained substantial damage when it nosed over, during an off-airport landing, following a loss of engine power. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and the solo pilot received minor injuries. The airplane departed a private company airstrip, and company flight following procedures were in effect.

During a telephone conversation with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigator-in-charge (IIC) on June 24, a company representative said the pilot reported that the engine lost power while maneuvering at a low altitude during a crop spraying operation. He glided the airplane for landing into a rice field, which was submerged under about 10 inches of water with a soft bottom. During the landing, the tailwheel equipped airplane came to an abrupt stop and nosed over.

There were no reported mechanical anomalies prior to the loss of engine power. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer and rudder.

NTSB Identification: *CEN14CA341* Date: June 26, 2014 Location: Sudan, TX Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 402B Injuries: 1 Minor.

The aerial application pilot reported that he was "busy looking outside" the cockpit during a low altitude turn. He said that he felt the airplane stall and the airplane subsequently sustained substantial fuselage damage when it impacted terrain. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions that would have prevented normal operations.

Aviation Insurance Specialist  Business

 RotoR CRaft

 PleasuRe

 sPoRt CRaft

 CommeRCial

 sPeCial Risk

 WoRkman’s ComP

 ag aviation

Gerald andrews gandrews@airsouthinsurance.com don Peters dpeters@airsouthinsurance.com

www.airsouthinsurance.com

800-844-7105 Tel: 334-793-9802 • Fax: 334-793-5490 P.O. Drawer 6727 Dothan, Alabama 36302 “We Want and Appreciate Your Business We’re Working To Earn It”

September 2014

B-31

NTSB Identification: *ERA14FA322* Date: July 01, 2014 Location: Clarksdale, MS Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT-602 Injuries: 1 Fatal.

An Air Tractor AT-602 was destroyed when it impacted a bean field in Clarksburg, Mississippi. The commercial pilot was fatally injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and the airplane, which departed Shannon Field (02CD), Clarksdale, Mississippi, was not operating on a flight plan. The local aerial application flight was conducted under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137.

According to company personnel and GPS data, the airplane was applying fertilizer in both directions in an east-west race track pattern. After completing each leg, the airplane would make a 20- to 30-degree left turn, followed by a right turn to reverse course and fly the next track. The GPS data ended prior to the final turn.

A witness on his lawn mower noted the airplane when it flew over his property about 150 feet above the ground. He heard the airplane's engine running over the sound of the mower, and saw the airplane turn right, to the north, and the wings become vertical. The airplane then impacted the ground, and when it did, the witness saw smoke and fertilizer being ejected up into air. The witness then went to the wreckage and found the pilot unresponsive.

The initial impact occurred on flat terrain in the vicinity of 34 degrees north, 06.34 minutes north latitude, 090 degrees, 34.26 minutes west longitude, at an elevation of about 160 feet. The wreckage path, which began with green lens material, headed about 360 degrees magnetic. Approximately 75 feet beyond the initial impact point, there was a 3-foot-deep, 10-foot-long crater with the propeller hub and four of the five propeller blades partially embedded at its right edge. Beginning about 20 feet beyond the crater, was the fifth propeller blade and the rest of the airplane.

The airplane was fractured into multiple sections and pieces, with all flight control surfaces located at the scene. Flight control continuity was confirmed via the control cables from the cockpit to the rudder and elevator, and through push rod and bellcrank fractures to the ailerons.

After the airplane's removal to a storage facility, the engine was partially disassembled. Soil was found in the gas generator case and throughout the combustion section, the compressor turbine blade tips exhibited smearing and the turbine shroud exhibited corresponding circumferential rubbing, and the compressor disc outer rim and blade platforms exhibited circumferential rubbing with frictional heat discoloration and material in the vicinity of the 1st stage power turbine vane ring and baffle, all of which was consistent with the engine being under power at impact.

S. & T. Aircraft Accessories, Inc. "Full Engine Accessory Line"

Competitive Pricing same Day Turntime

FAA Approved Repair Station No. CC2R737K

Exchange Available

We Overhaul

EAsA Approved

TPE331 & PT-6A FuEl NozzlEs

5005 Market Place Mt. Juliet, Tennessee 37122 (615) 758-5005 Fax (615) 758-5501 Se habla español CrS QTFr-573l envienos un Correo electronico www.tennairco.com erikagriffin@comcast.net

Large stock of overhauled/certified engine accessories for radial and turbine engines.

We can exchange same day, or overhaul your accessory in a short turn-around time.

Generators Magnetos

Tach Generators Hydraulic Pumps

Carburetors

Aux. Boost Motors

Starters Fuel Pumps

Vacuum Pumps Prop Governors

Voltage Regulators Starter-Generators Reverse Current Relays

Call Us Today For all yoUr aCCessory Needs OVERHAUL or EXCHANGE 310 FM 483 • New Braunfels, Texas 78130 Email: sales@staircraftaccessories.com Web: www.staircraftaccessories.com

Tel 830-625-7923 • Fax 830-625-4138

B-32

agairupdate.com

One of the five propeller blades exhibited torsional bending, and two blades remaining in the hub left witness marks consistent with propeller pitch being in "the normal operating range" and not feathered.

NTSB Identification: *CEN14CA344* Date: July 03, 2014 Location: Rhinelander, WI Aircraft: PIPER PA 25-235 Injuries: 1 Minor.

A pre-flight inspection of the airplane before an aerial application flight revealed the airplane's fuel tank quantity was 3/4 full of fuel. Two aerial application flights lasted approximately one hour. The aircraft was loaded a third time. The loader inquired if the aircraft needed fuel. The pilot checked the fuel gauge and informed the loader that there was slightly less than 1/2 tank. He said that the airplane would require fuel on the next load. The aircraft departed and flew for approximately 10 minutes. The engine stopped producing power, the pilot jettisoned the load, and he performed a forced landing on an adjacent field. The airplane nosed over and sustained substantial wing, fuselage, and empennage damage. No fuel was found on-scene in the airplane's fuel tanks or under the inverted airplane. Fuel was added to the fuel tank and the engine operated. According to the Federal Aviation Administration publication, The Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, "aircraft certification rules require accuracy in fuel gauges only when they read 'empty.' Any

Reliable Service for over 40 Years

“

The Kimmels have been our insurance provider and family friends across three generations. We can’t imagine doing business with anyone else.”

— Kenny & Michael Christmas, Christmas Flying Service, SHELBY, MISSISSIPPI

800-647-9397 TH E K I M M E L S H AV E Y O U COVE RE D.

442 Airport Road, Greenwood, MS 38930 • www.kimmelinsurance.com

KAI121_quarter-pg_FINAL.indd 3

9/21/2012 11:43:38 AM

September 2014

B-33

reading other than 'empty' should be verified. Do not depend solely on the accuracy of the fuel quantity gauges."

NTSB Identification: *CEN14LA349* Date: July 07, 2014 Location: Carthage, IL Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 502 Injuries: 1 Minor.

An Air Tractor AT-502 airplane collided with a pond at the end of a private airstrip in Carthage, Illinois, during takeoff. The pilot received minor injuries. The airplane was substantially damaged. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the flight, which not operated on a flight plan.

NTSB Identification: *CEN14LA358* Date: July 09, 2014 Location: Garrison, ND Aircraft: GRUMMAN ACFT ENG COR-SCHWEIZER G-164B, Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot of a Grumman-Schweizer G-164B made a forced landing in a field eight miles east of Garrison (D05), North Dakota, after the engine lost power. The pilot, the sole occupant on board, was not injured. The airplane was substantially damaged. The airplane was registered to and operated by the pilot under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 as an aerial application flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident, and no flight plan had been filed. The local flight originated from D05 approximately 1400.

According to the pilot he was spraying fungicide on a field. At the end of his third pass, he pulled up and the engine lost power. He observed white smoke coming from the exhaust stacks. He feathered the propeller, shut the fuel off, and landed in a wheat field.

The airplane struck a barbed wire fence before coming to a stop. Both wings were wrinkled and there were large punctures in the fuselage.

NTSB Identification: *CEN14LA376* Date: July 17, 2014 Location: Ellis, KS Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT 401B Injuries: 1 Fatal.

An Air Tractor AT-401B single engine turboprop airplane was substantially damaged after impacting terrain near Ellis, Kansas.

The pilot was fatally injured. Dark night visual meteorological conditions (VMC) prevailed at the time of the accident and a flight plan had not been filed for the 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 positioning flight. The airplane had departed from Moritz Memorial Airport (K61), Beloit, Kansas,

B-34

agairupdate.com

sometime after 2245 for planned flight to Oakley Municipal Airport (OEL), Oakley, Kansas.

No witnesses to the accident have been found, however evidence at the scene showed an initial impact scar with wreckage debris scattered generally to the south. The fuselage came to rest upright about 200 feet south from the initial impact point.

There was no postimpact fire.

At 2335 the automated weather observing system at Hays, Kansas (KHYS) located about 14 miles southeast from the accident location, reported, visibility of 10 miles, broken clouds at 1,000 feet, broken clouds at 2,500 feet, overcast clouds at 3,300 feet, temperature 17 degrees Celsius (C), dew point 13 degrees C, with an altimeter setting of 30.10 inches of Mercury.

AIRMET Sierra issued at 2145, and valid at the accident time near the accident flight level, forecasted instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions for the accident site with ceilings below 1,000 feet and visibilities below 3 miles with precipitation and mist.

NTSB Identification: *CEN14LA375* Date: July 18, 2014 Location: Fairview, KS Aircraft: GRUMMAN ACFT ENG COR-SCHWEIZER G 164A Injuries: 1 Minor.

A Grumman G-164A airplane made a forced landing on a road following a loss of engine power near Fairview, Kansas. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was not injured. The airplane

Call Doug Davidson

800-358-8079 One Call Is all It takes tO shOp all the MajOr Markets FOr YOur agrICultural avIatIOn InsuranCe!

www.dsrockin.com

According to the pilot, the airplane's engine was "running rough" and experienced a partial loss of power. He descended and lined up to land on a rural road; he noticed a car on the road so he turned to land in a field. During the landing, the engine experienced a total loss of power and the airplane stalled, which resulted in a hard landing. Substantial damage was sustained to the wings and fuselage.

The airplane has been retained for further examination.

NTSB Identification: *ERA14LA361* Date: July 26, 2014 Location: Wadesboro, NC Aircraft: HILLER UH 12E Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

A Hiller UH-12E, N107HA, was substantially damaged when it impacted terrain near Wadesboro, North Carolina. The Airline Transport pilot was not injured. Day visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight had been filed. The flight originated at a temporary staging location about 1540 for the local aerial application flight. The flight was conducted under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137.

B L UE S T R I P E D IS T R IB U T I NG

Offering the Best in Aviation Insurance AG AVIATION IS OUR PASSION!

sustained substantial damage. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed. The flight departed the Amelia Earhart Airport (K59), Atchison, Kansas, at 0830 and was destined for the Sabetha Municipal Airport (K83), Sabetha, Kansas.

Triple Concentrated Ag Aircraft Cleaner

May be used in steam cleaners, hot or cold washers, foamed on or applied with mop or brush. Removes: exhaust and chemical stains, even those with a vegetable oil base. Shipped in 5-gal. quantities. One gallon of new formula with four gallons of your water makes five gallons of concentrated, which can be further diluted.

New 2500 hour cleanable air filters for Air Tractors by Challenger Aviation Products using K & N High Flow Media All filters are FAA/PMA/STC approved.

877-924-5025 • bluestripedistributing@live.com

September 2014

B-35

domestic advertiser index AERO...............................................17B AeroFlow, Inc..................................11B AgAir Turbines...............................19B AgAviation School..........................20B AgriSmart Info. Systems...............34B AgSync.............................................36B AgTelligent........................................3B Air Repair........................................15B Air South Insurance.......................31B Air Tech Coatings Inc. ...................22B Arnold's Jewelry.............................21B Auger Dan.........................................8B ASU..................................................33B BASF..................................................2B Blue Stripe Distributing.................35B BrightPortal....................................15B Bruces Flying Service.......................4B Chester Robert Supply..................23B Curtis DynaFog.................................3B Dallas Airmotive.............................29B Davidson Solid Rock Ins................35B Eagle Vistas.....................................31B Electronics International...............25B Falcon Insurance Agency, Inc. .......3B Farm Air, Inc...................................13B Flying Tiger Aviation......................28B Garrco Products, Inc......................14B Hardy Aviation Ins Inc. .................10B Houston Airmotive........................20B Hunter AgriSales............................17B Isolair Inc........................................10B Kimmel Insurance Agency............33B Lane Aviation........................... 7B, 28B MACBRI.............................................9B Mid Continent......................... 6B, 24B Mint Turbine...................................16B NAAA.................................................5B Northstar Aviation.........................18B OctaFlex..........................................22B Pickett Equipment Co............. 9B, 24B Prime Turbines..............................26B Professional Insurance Mgt..........18B PropWorks Propeller Sys, Inc.........4B RT Turbines Inc..............................12B Reabe Aircraft Improvement.......20B Regions Insurance.........................26B S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc......32B Skeet-R-Gone.................................27B Southeastern Aircraft......................8B Southwest Airmotive.....................24B Start Pac..........................................27B Tennessee Aircraft Co...................32B Trace...............................................21B Turbines Inc....................................11B Valley Air Crafts..............................30B Wayne Handley..............................18B Zee Systems...................................23B

According to pilot, while applying the agriculture product about 75 above ground level, a chip detector light illuminated. He attempted to complete the application pass; however, he audibly observed three compressor stalls and subsequently a total loss of engine power occurred. During the forced landing to a nearby road the helicopter rolled over into a drainage ditch and came to rest on its right side, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage, tailboom, main rotor blades, and tail rotor blades.

The engine investigation.

was

retained

for

further

NTSB Identification: *CEN14LA390* Date: July 26, 2014 Location: Lincoln, NE Aircraft: BELL 206B, registration: N240SJ Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

A Bell 206B, sustained substantial damage during a forced landing to a soybean field after a total loss of engine power near Lincoln, Nebraska. The commercial pilot was not injured. The helicopter was registered to and operated by a private company. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no

flight plan was filed for the local, aerial application flight that was conducted under 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137.

The pilot stated that before the accident occurred, he had placed 25 gallons of fuel on board the helicopter. He then departed and began to spray a cornfield. About 12-15 minutes into the flight, when the helicopter was about 16 feet above the ground, at an airspeed of 80 miles per hour (mph), the turbine-engine lost total power. The pilot immediately entered an autorotation to a soybean field that was directly in front of him.

He said the helicopter landed and slid about 10-15 feet and struck a berm. The tail boom hit the ground and separated from the airframe.

September 2014

A-31

AgAir Update’s South Africa Excursion 2014



Green route previous Red route current

Part 6

by Bill Lavender In last month’s edition, Theunis and I had visited Mitch and Lyn Spall at Natal Aerial Spray and Tony Hartwanger of AgSprayers. My driver, Theunis, dropped me off at Orsmond Aerial in Bethlehem and Ret, Julie (Ret’s wife) and I flew in Orsmond Aviation’s V35B Bonanza down to Plettenberg Bay on the Indian Ocean for a night of R&R. From there, we flew to Caledon to meet with Tony and then departed there for Stellenbosch to visit with Ret’s sister and her family. The following day, Lourens Kritzinger of Ag Aviation Africa, the southern Africa Air Tractor dealer, picked me up at the Stellenbosch airport and drove me to the wharf area of Cape Town for lunch. Here, I met Louren’s son Matt, who is also a part of Ag Aviation Africa.

Lourens Kritzinger started flying in 1973. However, the fuel crisis hit South Africa during that time and it was 1977 before he earned his Commercial Pilot’s license. Finally, he landed a job flying ag in a Pawnee for Boland Air Sprayers in Malmesbury on the Western Cape. By then, Lourens held a degree in mechanical engineering. After two years with Boland

A-32

agairupdate.com

(L-R) Matt Kritzinger, Jaco du Toit and Lourens Kritzinger upon the delivery of a new AT402B to Tru North Aviation.

Air Sprayers, Lourens moved on to fly a year for Lugkor in a 450 HP B-Model AgCat and a 300 HP Ag-Wagon.

In 1980, Lourens bought a flying service from Frank Williams and changed its name to Trans Oranje Lugspuit Diens (English translation, Trans Orange Aerial Application). Lourens’ mother suggested the name Trans Orange because the operation would be flying in both the Free State and the Western Cape. In doing so, the aircraft had to

repetitively cross the Orange River, thus the name Trans Orange. Lourens operated an Ag-Wagon, Ag-Husky and Ag-Truck, along with a Snow Thrush. He sold the company in 2002 and two years later bought it back with a replaced fleet of ag-aircraft that included a Pawnee Brave, Ag-Cat and AT-502. After five years, Lorens added an AT-602 to the fleet.

It was in 2009, while visiting the Air Tractor factory and having the AT-502’s

What makes a LEGEND? It starts with an idea, it grows with the PURPOSE to delight CUSTOMERS, and it’s born from VICTORY. But the only legends that are truly worth celebrating are those that carry on long after the first victory lap, where VISION, purpose and success are ongoing. This is the legend of the PT6 engine, and now it’s time for us to CELEBRATE 50 inspiring years of turboprop INNOVATION. PT6Nation.com

September 2014

A-33

decided to sell the spraying service and focus exclusively on servicing operators in South Africa. He sold the spraying business part of Ag Aviation Africa in August 2013 to Jaco du Toit of Krokidilkraal Farming Trust whom also owns Tru North Aviation. At that time, Tru North Aviation operated three AT401s. It added Lourens’s ag-aircraft to its fleet, as well as Ag Aviation Africa’s farmer customers. Shortly thereafter, Tru North Aviation ordered two additional AT-402Bs from Ag Aviation Africa. Tru North Aviation operates from three bases in Hoopstadt and the Free State province of South Africa.

(L-R) Lourens Kritzinger and Lammie Smith, who has retired from maintenance ops with Tony Hartwanger’s Ag Sprayers, but helps out on occasion, at Ag Sprayers’ Malmesbury, Western Cape hangar. The ag aircraft in the background is an IO-720 (400 HP) Cessna C-188. main spar caps replaced, that Lourens met Jeff Dobbs. Lourens and Jeff had worked together over the years, but this was their first meeting in person. Jeff asked Lourens would he consider being the southern Africa Air Tractor dealer.

“I liked what I saw at Air Tractor and was happy to be their agent,” recalls

Lourens. In October of 2012, Lourens’ Ag Aviation Africa was officially designated an Air Tractor dealer. Since, Ag Aviation Africa has delivered ten new Air Tractors into Africa.

When Ag Aviation Africa became an Air Tractor dealer in late 2012, Lourens

At the formation of Ag Aviation Africa, Lourens asked his son, Matt, to join him.

Matt grew up “under the wing” of Lourens and his background is in business management. He brings to the company his ability to manage the company’s finances, marketing and logistics. Lourens uses his hands-on experience flying ag to handle the company’s customers needs and answer technical questions about the Air Tractor and ag aviation in general.

The Aviation Innovation Specialists

28 STCs and counting!

IT’S MORE THAN JUST THE HISTORY OF AVIATION IT’S THE LIVING HISTORY OF MISSISSIPPI AND THE SOUTH

Single Point Fueling SystemTM for all ag aircraft AKA Hatfield Bottom Loading Fuel System

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION MUSEUM

THRUSH - Reinforced Wing Leading Edge

Lockable Full Swivel Tail Wheel for Ag Cat & Thrush Variable Rate Rotary Gate M-18 Parts & Tool Rental Hatfield Hydraulic Fire Gates

The Turbo Cat TM Pratt &Whitney Ag Cat Conversion Air Conditioners

Turbine powered Ag Cats

for

Looking for a new P&W Engine?

Give Bill Hatfield a call 616-837-9428

TurbineConversions.com 616-837-9428 est A-34

agairupdate.com

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.

601-432-4500 800-844-TOUR

This project is partially funded through a grant by the Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau

Says Matt about the AT-402B, “One of our recent sales of a 402B with a -15 engine is being flown by 67-year old Frik Grobbelaar. During his first month with the new 402, he covered 23,000 hectares (58,834 acres) in 29 consecutive days.

When you consider the number of hectares and pilot’s age, that in itself speaks volumes about the efficiency of the 402 with a -15. It must be some sort of a record here in Africa”.

Matt’s wife, Xani, also works with Ag Aviation Africa in the marketing side. Ag Aviation Africa has a hangar / warehouse in Parys, Free State and administrative offices in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth on the Eastern Cape coast. Also at the Parys, Free State airport, the company has an office with an apartment for customers to use.

Ag Aviation Africa has outsource arrangements with local companies to handle specialized needs for its customers. 208 Aviation in Wonderboom, about 50 miles north of Johannesburg, takes care of turbine engine and airframe servicing. This company has the ability

to service customers in the field, too.

Propeller Centre in Wonderboom provides propeller support. Hennie Viviers from Viviers Aviation, is Ag Aviation Africa’s GPS provider for AgNav GPS systems and aircraft electrical support. Greystones Aviation in Durban provides fuel control unit support for the PT6A engine.

Although Ag Aviation Africa is able to meet all the maintenance needs of its Air Tractor customers, Lourens has the philosophy that, “It is better to pay the bank than the mechanic.” In other words, maintaining relatively new ag-aircraft is more cost effective than patching on older ones.

Long range, Ag Aviation Africa has a vision that spares will be set up in kiosks throughout Africa. This would make distribution much simpler and more responsive to its customers AOG needs.

Lourens plans to establish a route visiting existing customers and potential new ones on a regular basis, taking orders and helping the customer plan for upcoming needs. Initially, this long range plan will

involve ten companies and will expand as the concept becomes more established.

My time with Lourens and Matt was very short. We spent most of the day, either dining or visiting in the local shopping mall bar, waiting on my departure flight back to the U.S.A as my whirlwind excursion through South Africa was coming to a close. For ten days I had visited with numerous operators that I have written about in the past editions of AgAir Update.

I am indebted to their kind hospitality. I am especially grateful to the Orsmonds who welcomed me into their home for the second time in nearly 20 years.

South Africa is a very beautiful and different country from the rest of the world.

It has its internal problems, as do most countries. However, it seems to hold true wherever I travel that ag-pilots are of a brotherhood where it seems we all have similar challenges, likes and dislikes. As a rule, all are early to rise, work hard the whole day and enjoy life doing what they like the most, flying ag.

Hershey

F LY I N G

S E R V I CE

“Everything AgCat... And More” • • • • •

Established 1949 FAA/PMA Replacement Parts Transland Dealer STC Modifications Complete AgCat Rebuilds and Major Airframe Overhaul and Repair

18488 West HWY 30 P.O. Box 215 Hershey, NE 69143 Phone: 308-368-5556 Fax: 308-368-5503 hfsagc@hersheytel.net www.hersheyflyingservice.com

FA A A p p r o v e d R e p a i r S t a t i o n N o . M U 2 R O 1 8 L

September 2014

A-35

Our move is complete!

New address, New phone

1206 Hatton Road, Wichita Falls, TX 76302 866-303-0600 toll free ~ 940-234-0024 ~ 940-234-0990 Fax

or Just starting out?

Which nozzles will work best for you?

CP’s Nozzles are the

CP-11TT #25 40° Flat Fan, 5 gpm 40 psi

CP-03 0.125 Orifice, 30° Deflector 5 gpm—40 psi

CP-07 and CP-09 0.125 Orifice, 0 Deflector 5 gpm — 40 psi

% under 200 Microns

% under 200 Microns

% under 200 Microns

150 mph

8.0

21.0

40.5

140 mph

5.4

14.6

28.8

130 mph

3.5

9.6

19.8

120 mph

2.3

6.1

13.6

160 mph

BEST CHOICE

11.3%

*Based on Spray Nozzle Models, USDA ARS AH-726, I. W. Kirk

Download Android & iOS App

Scan QR Code to download the Mobile App www.cpproductsinc.com A-36

agairupdate.com

28.9%

55.0%

MAINTENANCE is a MUST! Even with CP’s!!!

Keep your CP® Nozzles and Check Valves in top shape. Replace seals and O-rings annually.

Tracy Thurman thurmantracyt@yahoo.com

hands-on flying

Balancing act Ag flying is a business that requires a level of dedication that most other occupations never approach. It’s a way of living as much as a way to make a living.

When the lawn needs to be mowed, the kid has ball practice, the in-laws are in town or whatever else comes up the nine to five folks have time for, ag pilots most often than not are in the cockpit or at least at the airport.

Balancing family and friends, chores and obligations is a requirement that takes prioritization and some scheduling skill.

Most ag pilots I know generally have a half dozen or so irons in the fire, but when the season is in high gear everything else takes a back seat. Distractions come in many shapes and forms but worrying about the weeds in the flower bed is something that no ag pilot needs to be concerning himself with while flying a high dollar, heavily loaded aircraft low to the ground.

During the busy season, an ag pilot’s life consists of eat, sleep and work. We usually get plenty of work, it’s the food and sleep that we get behind on. Getting enough rest is always a concern and difficult to do at times. We burn lots of energy and require lots of food; ‘good’ food as much as possible. I believe ag pilots might be some of the biggest consumers of junk food in the world. One of the funniest things I ever saw was a pilot who had a Twinkie sticking out of his mouth on almost every take off. I load up on peanut butter and honey sandwiches and have shoved the throttle forward many times with half a sandwich clenched in my teeth. You have to eat on the fly in this business!

We get you flying faster.

UTP is the premier independent supplier of PT6 turbine engines and components worldwide.

Our inventory is in stock in our warehouse and ready for fast delivery! We provide exchanges and sales on a wide variety of engine models and aftermarket turbine parts.

334.361.7853 | sales@utpparts.com | utpparts.com

THE KAWAK T3 THROTTLE QUADRANT.....

EQUALS RESTROOM BREAKS WITH CONFIDENCE Go ahead, leave your engine running and prop in feather. We used feedback from Ag Pilots to design the Kawak T3 Throttle Quadrant with positive engaging lever gates, ultra smooth operation, and robust construction. This means that you never have to get caught in a compromising situation because your airplane decides to taxi away without you. You asked for it, we’re ready to deliver.

Air Tractor FAA STC# SA02266SE Thrush FAA STC# SA02266SE Call your local or international Dealer, or call Kawak. Find us at kawakaviation.com

September 2014

A-37

Ag pilots are also guys who have a certain level of an adrenaline addiction. We are risk takers by design, though our training and professionalism (hopefully) keeps that part of ourselves in check with calculation and good decision making. Off duty recreation however doesn’t always have the same guidelines. I know guys who race cars, motorcycles, ride in rodeos and sky dive. Thrilling hobbies that keep the heart rate up and the taste of challenge fresh. Balancing the risks in our off duty adventures is just as important as doing so in our work. An injury will ground a pilot quick. It would be tough to sit on the bench with your arm or leg in a cast while watching the other guys roar around getting the work done. Not only will they

have to pick up your slack, or the boss might have to bring in another pilot, but it will certainly put a big dent in your bank account. I’m definitely not saying anything negative about having fun and raising a little dust on your off time. Just keep in mind that hurt pilots don’t make any money. This business is dangerous enough, we’re already tempting fate just by doing what we do for a living. Be careful about increasing the odds on the other side of the scale.

Just as much as our work and our off duty recreation requires balance, so do the chores we have to keep up on. There always seems to be something that needs to be done around the house or to some of the machines we own. I try to put off as much as I can during the busy season and work to get as much done as possible around the old homestead when the flying work is slow. Raking and digging, fences, chainsawing, critters, new projects, etc.... The list can go on and on and I’m sure most of you can relate. I have to keep an eye on my wife during the busy season because it wouldn’t be a surprise to find her out in the pasture running the chainsaw in shorts and flip flops. I swear sometimes that girl must be working against the whole idea of me keeping her safe. I have to tell her to not do things that will make me worry about her when I’m working.

That leads me to personal relationships. Having a significant other that is in your corner is the best insurance an ag Pilot can have. Having a spouse who is supportive and genuinely interested in being a part of the lifestyle you lead is a blessing

•

“Hard Cased” cutter blades

•

Spacer blocks stabilize blade during strike

•

Adel clamps for trailing brake line

•

Inexpensive insurance against a wire strike

•

Certified for AT-502 Air Tractor

•

More models to follow

Call CASCADE for LED lights

• Bright lights • Low amps • Increased safety

After

Before

Lane Aviation, Inc. “Specializing in Turbine and Piston Air Tractors”

888-995-5263

281-342-5451 TEL • 281-232-5401 FAX e-mail: glane@laneav.com • www.laneav.com P.O. Box 432 • Rosenberg, Texas 77471 A-38

agairupdate.com

GE/Walter Turbine Conversions for Air Tractor & Thrush

• Affordable 751 hp Turbine Power • Complete Firewall Forward Kit, Ready for Installation • Shipped to Your Location Call for AVIA Props GARFIELD, WA • Toll Free: 800-716-2550 Int’l: 509-635-1212 • Fax: 509-635-1477 www.cascadeaircraftconversions.com tom@cascadeaircraftconversions.com

beyond measure. Somebody to prop you up when you need it or maybe even spool you down when necessary is something that completes everything I mentioned above. Of course, there are instances when the opposite happens and I’ve had experience on that side of the equation as well. If a guy is dealing with personal issues, especially when it comes to issues of the heart, his mind will be tangled with enough wire to keep him mentally bound up. Sometimes a guy has to make tough choices. That’s all I can say about that one.

Lastly keep your finances in order. Keep your balance, balanced. Other than romantic issues, financial pressure can be one of the most dangerous distractions a person can deal with. Americans have a bad habit of spending money before its made. Stay well within your means. Having money in the bank is as good as, well, having money in the bank.

Life is a balancing act. Every aspect of what we do depends on the balance of everything else. As ag pilots, we have a job that we love and a lifestyle that many would envy. Keeping everything as balanced as possible helps to make the job just that much better.

Fly well and stay safe!

The Gorilla Radial Engine Filter Kit From Airwolf It’s big and it’s mean and your oil is clean.

The Gorilla is the oil filter system you need for your radial. Don’t put your radial at risk or lower your TBO. The Gorilla Oil Filter System from Airwolf cleans your oil at a growling 25 gallons per minute.

The Gorilla filter kit is simple to install anywhere on the engine mount, with high-volume, easy-to-change spin-on filters. It’s STC’d for ALL radials by Pratt & Whitney, Jacobs, Wright, Continental and Lycoming.

Endorsed and recommended by Aero Engines • Aero Recip • Aircraft Cylinder & Turbine • Covington • Sun Air Parts • Tulsa Aircraft Engines.

www.airwolf.com

Your screen doesn’t clean.

So make room…

The Gorilla wants in!

We Make Flying Safer ™

Toll-free 800-326-1534 • Tel. (440) 632-5136 • Fax (440) 632-1685 • info@airwolf.com

September 2014

A-39

Thrush launches “Celebrating Ag Aviation” at Oshkosh Thrush Aircraft attended the world’s largest air show - EAA Air Venture in Oshkosh - with the new Thrush 510G Switchback the week of July 28th through August 3rd. Oshkosh is an experience unlike any other and the aviation gathering is something everyone should experience in their life time.

and public health - and to salute the pilots and operators who work in the field every day.

At Oshkosh, Thrush released a new advertising campaign called, “Celebrating Ag Aviation.” This new campaign is something Thrush is very proud of.

The campaign that was launched at Oshkosh is the first step of many that are planned. The objective of the campaign is to promote what a vital role our industry plays in the agricultural cycle and the unique requirements our pilots and crew have in order to do their jobs safer and better every day. This matters

It’s a campaign designed to build public awareness of the role aerial applicators play in support of agricultural, forestry

As a leader, Thrush feels it’s our responsibility to help promote our industry around the world, and it’s a job we are honored to take on.

because the more we expose people to what we do and help them understand the thoughtfulness and technology that goes into every ag flight the better off we’ll be.

The new 510G Switchback was on static display at Oshkosh. Thrush Aircraft team members Terry Humphrey and Eric Rojek showed attendees the distinctive features of the aircraft including the new constant flow horizontal gatebox, which allows operators to switch from spray work to firefighting work almost immediately.

NAAA’s Lindsey Barber

A-40

agairupdate.com

M A R K E T P L A C E Find something special in the marketplace!

Many items to choose from, order yours today.

478-987-2250 agairupdate.com BOOKS Low & Slow....................................$10.00 Flight at lower levels.....................$12.95 Guide to flying in South America..$15.00 My 100 loves.................................$15.00

Ag Plane Wine Glasses

Belt Buckles

CHILDRENS Barnstormer Backpack.................$17.99

Tervis Tumbers

Barnstormer Penny Pouch.............$9.99 Soaring Penny Pouch......................$9.99 Pajamas..........................................$34.99

AT-301 AT-401

Airplane Covers

DVDS Close Calls - Lessons to live by.....$19.95 Crop-Duster’s The Early Years.....$20.00

AT-802 AT-602 AT-502

Ag Aircraft Models

AT-502 AT-602 AT-402

GIFTS Aircraft models Air Tractor....... $199.99 Aircraft models AT-802/F......... $279.99 Airplane Covers..........$299.99 Free S&H Airplane letter opener..................$13.99

T h e D e S p a in C o lle ct io n

Belt Buckles...................................$39.99 Coaster—DeSpain Collection.......$29.99

Personalized Note Cards

Coffee Mugs —DeSpain Collection -Set of 4.......................................$29.99 Note cards—DeSpain Collection..............

-Personalized...............................$19.99 Photo Mat........................................$9.99

Coffee Mugs

Tervis Tumblers (AT or Thrush)..$14.99

Includes: Ag-Cat, Air Tractor Cessna, Thrush

Ag Plane Wine Glasses..................$14.99 -Set of 4.......................................$49.99

Stone Coaster Set

Includes: Ag-Cat, AT-502 Cessna, Thrush 510

Pen and Ink Drawings

PRINTS DeSpain Collection........................$59.99 Last Load ......................................$59.99

For DeSpain Collection choose from…

AgOp Collage — Ag-Cat B-Model — Ag-Cat A-Model — Ag-Cat Turbine — Air Tractor 401 — Air Tractor 502 — Air Tractor 402 Air Tractor 602 — Air Tractor 802 — Bell 206 Helicopter — Clipped J-3 Cub — Dromader Flying — Dromader M-18A — In Formation Piper Pawnee — Stearman — Thrush 510 — Thrush 660 — Thrush - Dual Cockpit — Thrush - Radial — Thrush - Turbine — Weatherly

Personal Print............................. $850.00 Plus Shipping and Handling

More info @ agairupdatemarketplace.com September 2014

A-41

AgAir Update Marketplace • AgAir Update Marketplace • AgAir Update Marketplace

ORDE TODA R Y

THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER

SIMULATOR BASED TRAINING

Proven Modern Training Methods for Today’s Aircraft and Pilots Ag - SEAT - Special Ops Initial Turbine Transition / Recurrent Training (all makes and models)

GPS / Drift Control / Operational Safety / Emergency Procedures Insurance Approved In Aircraft Training Available

CFAA Central Florida Ag Aero, LLC www.CentralFloridaAgAero.com 866-673-8607 • 407-482-2266 • contact@centralfloridaaero.com

ELECTRODE AVIATION

EXHAUST REPAIR SPECIALISTS  P&W R-1340 & R-985 Exhaust Systems in Stock  Complete Overhaul  Exchanges Available

DAVIDON, INC Makers of Quality Products

Manufacturers for Hi-Tek Nozzle, Tri-Set Nozzle and DRP-955 Drift Retardant and Penetrator.

 Replacing & Repairing: • Beaded Ends • Burnout Ends • Cylinder Ends • Clips - Heavy-Duty

Daryl Evans Cell

940-902-0797 Office & Fax 979-732-9449

5660 Calhoun Rd. Unadilla, GA 31091 Tel: 229-645-3605 • Fax: 229-645-3880 davidononline.com

Belt Buckles - $39.99

510 Thrush • 660 Thrush • Radial Air Tractor • Turbine Ag-Cat Measures 3.75” x 2’

evans.daryl@sbcglobal.net PO Box 266 • 1042 Jennifer Ln. Columbus, TX 78934

Used Parts Buy or Sale

Over 30 years of service

Airplane Services, Inc. 1817 Mineral Springs Road Jay, Florida 32565

M A R K E T P L A C E

agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

Available Now!

Ellis Stuart Chad Stuart

Office: 850-675-1252 Cell: 850-380-6091 ncsflyboy@yahoo.com

Aircraft Cover’s for AT-502 and AT-602

Manufactured from long lasting vinyl, weather and waterproof material. Protect the inside of your Air Tractor cockpit from harmful sun rays and rain water.

“Guide to Flying South America” Only $15.00 “My One Hundred Loves” Only $17.95 Or order both at $27.95 and Save Add $5.00 S&H MasterCard/Visa Call or Fax your order TODAY!!!

478-987-2250 Voice • 478-987-1836 Fax

A-42

agairupdate.com

$299 plus free shipping

M A R K E T P L A C E

agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

Productions, Inc Queen

C at s

N997QC 400 gal “SB-Plus” TPE331-1 Deluxe* .... $369,000 N936QC 360 gal “SA-Plus” TPE331-1 Deluxe* .... $269,000 * New 106” Prop - your engine

N_TBA

350 gal “A+R1340” Complete/Deluxe** $259,000

N992QC

**OHC Covington Engine/OHC Hydramatic Prop 300 gal “A+R985” Complete/Deluxe***.... ***FI/H3 Prop OHC Covington/Hydramatic Prop

Let the engines tell the story

The WeATh-Aero Full FeAThering cockpiT conTrollAble WindmillS “Still” the preferred method for powering the spray pump

$219,000

Jigged Frames — Fully Warranted More Versatility, Safety and STOL Performance Less Debt, Maintenance and Depreciation Costs P.O. Box 482, Municipal Airport, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476 USA Tel: 870-886-2418 • agcat@bscn.com • Fax: 870-886-2489

is now offering

Variable Pitch - Full Feathering.

No pump brake required!

High strength composite blades.

Measured drag comparisons show that drag is cut in half from current fixed pitch fans in braked position.

From Safety to Efficiency to Proficiency

Weath-aero Controllable Windmill division

Serv-Aero engineering, inc.

37 Mortensen Ave, Salinas, CA 93905

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

Close Calls

Lessons To Live By

Starring Bob Hoover and Wayne Handley

$19.95

plus $5.00 S&H

Airplane Letter Opener - $13.99 A metal letter opener with a gold airplane on the end. Perfect for your office or a gift for someone who has everything.

Call or Fax your order TODAY!!!

Tel: 478-987-2250 Fax: 478-987-1836 Visa/MasterCard

Robert A. McCurdy Turbine Transition Instructor Ramtaildragger@aol.com 318-649-1007 318-680-9149 Flying Tiger Aviation

M A R K E T P L A C E

agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

September 2014

A-43

THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER • THE HOPPER

Allied

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

ag-cat 1975 Ag Cat G164A TTAF 16,180 hrs.

R-1340, 310 SMOH, Ag 100 4S prop, 330 gal hopper, HFS wingtips, HGS aileron servos, HFS elevator servo, root 57 pump, lane electric brake, stainless steel air foil boom, 80 gal fuel, airwolf oil filter, cockpit floor. Days 719-852-5480, nights 719852-5619 (09-14)

1978 G 164 -B Garrett- 6 aftt12,330 engine snew 6725,1750 since new turbine wheels and staters,2100 shot,250 s i n ce re p l ace m e n t o f co m p re s s o r bearing,250,siran prop,335 hopper 25 inch Transland gate,all new tail feathers,Ac,smoker,cp nozzles, Satloc m3, bottom load fuel, 5/14 annual,0 siran fuel controller,spreader. Call 318-7246880 (09-14) 1986 400 Gal Super-B Ag-Cat Project, Garrett Conversion, TPE 331-2 engine, 12300 TTAF, 9810 TTE, Load Hog, Side Loading Fuel, AC, Servos, Agrinautics Pump with electric brake, Booms with CP’s, Raised Wings, Tall Tail, Cool Seat, some damage, good project. $85,000.00.

Airplane Services, Inc. Call 850-3806091 tfn

1976 -27 B model 400 gallon Ag-Cat. 375 SIRAN on compressor and PS, LPFP fcu and wet spline on starter, raised wings, 114 gal fuel, new vfin and hstab fabric, repainted major panels and engine cowl, sp fuel, smoker, ac, drop booms, ss spray valve, ss tailwheel. With or without Bantam. $315,000. 409-2964300 or 409-659-6415.

(09-14)

1978 Ag Cat G164B, PT6-20, 749 SHOT, 749 since prop overhaul. 330 Hopper, GPS with flow control, CP nozzles, Fabric in good cond. For more information call 229-724-9155 or 229-768-3181 (09-14) 1972 Ag-Cat A model, R-1340 W/115 hrs SMOH by Yonkin, 115 hrs prop 13480TT. Includes spreader and spray.

Available for lease or sale $100,000.

Might consider partial (non Ag) trades if sold. Located in NE Arkansas. E-mail fdmorgan@swbell.net or call 870-2152199, leave message (09-14) 1974 G164 A, 5200tt, OSMOH, on 985, Leech Engine, O SMOH hydro. prop, new blades, 80 gal fuel, wind ext., Aeron Servo, drop SS booms. Fresh paint and fabric on tail & wings, New tires. $105,000. For more information call 979-257-6695 (09-14)

A-44

agairupdate.com

1986 400 Gal Super-B Ag-Cat Project, Frakes Conversion, 11,850 TTAF, AC and Heat, Side Loading Fuel, Cool Seat, Hemisphere GPS, Long Range Fuel, Tall Tail, Raised Wings, Pump and Booms, some damage, good project, $85000.00. Airplane Services, Inc. Call 850-380-6091. tfn Fleet Sale: 3A+ & 2B - 60 0’s. Clean, Well maintained. $100-140K, all 5fob France for $500K w/Export C’s of A/W; AMAG B600 rebuild- NEW fuselage & 335 gal hopper, M3 Satloc, 80f, T.S.T, Beautiful. O-SMOH AF/E/P $215K or $145K your E&P. A.m Ag 870 -886 2418 (89F) agcat@bscn.com AgCat S a l e s/S e r v i c e/ P a r t s s i n c e 1971 * Looking for a 400 gal Super B model Ag cat fuselage frame. Call 701-636-5880 ask for Jay. t fn)

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

Covington Major O. H Annual due: 01- 02-15. Prop IR AN on 02/03/14.

Del Nor te GPS D drop booms & CP nozzles Fan Bake, Grumman Gate & Spreader, Windshield Washer. SS belly skin, Wingman Tall centerline tail, Smoker, Landing lights, 80 gallon fuel sys. Sealed cockpit, 1” main gear Tail wheel lock, 289 gallon Hopper.$125,000 For more information call Darryl Riddell 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (09-14) 1973 G164A, 6401 TT, 115 SMOH on 985 Yonkin engine, hydro prop. 64 gal fuel, 20 inch wing extension, Hershey FS wing tips, Hershey FS elevator servo, Hershey FS Aileron Servo, Hersheys FS standard fan, chip detector, smoker, Sky Tractor oil Filter, Sealed cockpit, Crophawk 7B, Satloc Litestar II, 2879 since complete refurbish. Always hangared, $120,000 call 662-247-0056 (09-14) D Model Ag Cat -34 P&W, 550 gal hopper, 120 gal fuel, too many other modifications to list. Serious inquires only. For more information call EF Lyon.

337-526-4850 (09-14)

1976 G164B; 420 Gal. Maxicat conversion; 11528 TT; ENgine TTSN 9622 always overhauled NEVER exchanged same log book. Great turbine candidate, engine and prop worth $50,000 plus. 1118 SMOH Tulsa; Albartoss blades, Satloc M3 Intellaflo, 3 booms, superboom with ceramic disk and core, AFS rotary, ULV; wire cutters, bottom load fuel, Oregon Aero soft seat, tall straight tail and much more. Never wrecked, Owner flown since new, owner retiring. Price reduced. Call 509-429-2217 or email BillLockwood2@ hotmail.com (09-14) 1975 –N8788H - AgCat 450A, Zero Covington Eng, hydromatic, 80 fuel, extended wing, Smoker, 2650 TT. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

2 hole Ag Cats pristine condition, R985, 2D30, Radios and Intercom. In Colorado Call 970-520-1941 (09-14) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has the remnants of one A-model Cat with 4 decent wing cores and a center section. Can send pictures. Call Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or emial jcaviation@pldi.net At fn

Order your Turbine Ag Cat 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

Order your B Model Ag Cat Pen and Ink Drawing From our DeSpain Collection today for $60. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com T F N

air tractor 2005 Air Tractor 402B,1599 TT,Annual Due: 1/2015. Hot Section @ 1249, PT6 -34,Hi -Tech Fa st Star t System, Fa c to r y A/C & h e a t , 216 g a l f u e l w/ b o t t o m l o a d c a p a b i l i t y, L a n e Electric Brake & Adjustable Fan, 2” s p r ay s y s te m & a l u m i n u m b o o m s , C P n o z z l e s ,Tr a n s l a n d 3 8 ” G a t e , Ground start receptacle, Pump shut o f f v a l v e , 3 p i e c e w i n d s h i e l d w/ washer and wiper,Smoker, Horner wing tips,ELT,Strobe lights, Shadin fuel flow meter, 18 gal hopper rinse tank, Garmin SL 40 w/ Garmin GTX320A Transponder & encoder. Call 605-875-3375 (09-14) 2012 AT-802A/65AG, 1000 TTAF&E, NDH, Hyd, Wingman, Radio pkg, Bantam/Flow cont, $1,125,000. 979-479-0536 ( 09-14)

1982 AT-400, 9597 TT, SATLOC M3 GPS, Smoker, hopper auger system, MICRO VG’S. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

1982 AT-400. PT6-15 1700 Since light OH by Covington. 1700 hrs SNEW prop, wing spars done 2100 hrs ago, VGs, 3-piece windshield with nose light, ac, elec. brake, Lane fan, drop spray system with ss booms. smoker, sp fuel, Garmin SL40, with or without Bantam. $305,000 409-296-4300 or 409-658-4695. (09-14)

1998 AT 502-34, N5180W, TT AF&E 7105, Prop fresh Iran, Fresh HSI, New starter generator , Vortex generators, Crophawk, Single point fuel, Cp nozzles, Transland spreader, NO GPS, 900 hrs left on wings, $350,000. Wade 318-282-7292 (09-14)

2004 AT-502B PT6-34AG 3800 TT AF & ENG. 0 Since Hot Section. Prop 550 TT since new (6/2012). Spar caps not due until 9000 TT. 550 hrs. on Main Gear & Prop Gov’s. 665 hrs. on FCU and Hi-Fuel Pump. 30 hrs. on Electric Boost Pump. M-3 touch screen with recent Intelli-Flow, A/C , smoker, tank rinse (new), Bottom load fuel, New batteries. Annual completed 3-2014, Aircraft ready to go to work. $560,000 Call 308 991-1783 or ollie648@ hotmail.com for further details. (09-14) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Only $35 478 -987-2250. Fa x: 478 -987-1836.

2009 AT-502B, N662JK, 1,320 TTAF&E, -34, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., heat, load hog, G4 w/Flowcontrol, 234 gallon fuel, vortex generators........$725,000 For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn

2008 AT 602-60, serial # 1166, 3000 TTAFE. Lane electric brake and fan, Satloc Intellistar with flow control, Wingman, 10 in hydraulic gate with Vondron Controller, Single point fuel, hopper rinse, smoker, air/ heat, stainless camloc’s and grommets, 84 cp 09’s, 84 cp check valves, paint -8, fast start, always hangared, $775,000. Call Trampas Johnson 870-684-2203 or 870930-6556 (09-14)

1985 Air Tractor 301 TT5300 R1340, 1230 since Covington, SMOH prop 703, CP nozzles + CK valves, Bantam w/flow control, A/C, electric fan brake, oil filter, smoker strait clean 301 $125,000. Call 715-409-6204 (09-14)

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 (09-14)

2 0 0 7 A i r Tr a c t o r 4 01 B f o r s a l e .

Canadian Registered aircraft. 850 hours TTAF, Engine and Prop. Satloc M3 with intelliflow, Cold AC, CP11’s, right boom shut off, smoker, Amsafe airbags.

Currently working, available Sept 1.

Expect to have 1000 hours by then.

Pristine 401B! $295,000 email jeff@ farrair.ca or call 306-536-0891 (09-14)

1977 AT-301 Short tail with PW-1350 Crophawk Wagflagger 2 Right boom shut off. Lots of parts to go with it, hopper gaskets, guages, ect. ACTT:8090, ETT12098, TSMOH:748, Prop TSO;1255.1.

Two patched spots on tail fabric(all in pictures). Asking $92,000 Will Consider trading up for turbine. Also have a Cessna low volume spreader for $1000 Call Chance O’Hare-575-749-2150 (09-14)

2010 AT-502B-34, Owner Flown Dealer Maintained 210 0 Hrs T T 979 -543 5712 (09-14) 1993 AT-401 GEARED, 6,304 TT, AIR, 400 gal hopper, speed ring, cool seat, smoker, flow control, outside baggage, 126 gal fuel, strobes & LT LDS lights, spreader. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 1977 AT-301, N4 4 41S, 6971 TTAF, 564 Cov. Eng OH, Satloc lite, smoker, WeathAero fan, CP, flagger, SS booms, Spar caps replaced 2/23/1992 @ 5225 hrs., $89,000. 218-790-1396. (09-14) 1989 AT-402A, 8375TTAF. 550 Since Covington light overhaul on PT6A15AG, 1250 hrs since wing and aircraft refurbishment, 550 Since Prop IRAN with new blades. Harbour A/C, smoker, single point fuel, Satloc M3 with flow control, load Hawg, Shadin Fuel Flow, Washer fluid and wiper, Lane Electric brake and VGs. This airplane is in good condition and problem free. $435,000 Call Steven Taylor 501-516-5874 (09-14) 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 (09-14) For sale or trade for AT-802,1985 AT-400 TTAF 9445, Fresh 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 (09-14)

1982 AT-400 10276 hours tt, 1500 hr wings, PT-6-28, Fresh hot and annual. Lane pump and brake, CP nozzles, M3 Satloc, Call RFS for price 210-844-4074 (09-14)

FROST FLYING INC.

1991 AT-402-34 10,650 TT, PT6-34 TT 7,750 hrs, 360 hrs since IRAN gearbox, wing spar due @ 17,378 hrs, single point fuel, hopper quantity indicator, new SATLOC Bantam GPS, new Intelliflow Flowmeter, AC, low fuel warning system, smoker, fresh hot & prop overhaul at annual Feb. 2014, working now. $340,000.

Call Michael at 229-881-1253. (09-14)

2014 AT-802 – Two to choose from. Why buy a used 802? You can have factory new with the 2014, 5 year, 2500 hour P&W PT6 warranty included! For peace of mind call now! Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964, or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com. tfn 2014 AT-502B/34 FTO extended engine warranty 2010 AT-502B/34 2200 TTSN 2009 AT-502B/34 2700 TTSN 1998 AT-602A/65 7800 TT, spar change $560K 1999 AT-802A/67 6300 TT red/white G-4/flow, Hatfield, $650K 1999 AT-802A/65 5900 TT wingman, Bantanm/flow, $650K 1997 AT-402/27 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 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 (09-14) 1999 AT-502B -34AG, 3072 TTAF & E, 476 SHSI, 899 SPOH, 0 hr. Eddy Current,Satloc M3, Intelliflow, CP nozzles, Lane Brake, Reabe digital hopper gauge, smoker, single point fuel, 170 gal. fuel, VG’s, Air, Heat, right hand boom shutoff, Radio stack c/w KY 96A com, Kenwood VHF, Transponder Mode C, JVC AM/FM/cd.

Would consider good Ag-Truck as part payment. nelson.eagleagro@inetlink.ca 204-476-2448 (09-14) 2012 AT-602 -60 AG ... $895,000. For more information call Rick Stone, Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964, or mail@ southeasternaircraft.com. tfn Available for lease or purchase, 1980 AT-400A, S/N 301-0291, PT6A-27, TTAF 9,596, 66O hours remaining on wings.

Large Fuel, Fresh 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 (09-14) 2008 Air Tractor 602, 2860 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

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS * CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

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

2014 Slots Available ............................................... Call

2012 AT-802, N20718, 1000 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 .......................................... $1,200,000 2010 AT-802, N422BR, 1910 TTAF&E, -67, smoker, elec. brake gr. adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Del Norte controller, Del Norte w/flow control, single point, Wingman, fresh annual, fresh HSI ............ $1,100,000

Complete Air Tractor Parts And Accessories Dealer For Every Major Ag Aviation Parts and Supplies Large Selection of PT6 Accessories New Turbine Props and Blades 0 SMOH 1340 Younkin S/S Pumps, Booms and Center Boom for Air Tractor

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

Weath-Aero Compro

Target Spray Variable Rate Nozzles

Garrett Frost garrettt.frost@gmail.com Parts 870-295-6218 Fax 870-295-6237 frostparts@hotmail.com

Large inventory of PT6 and Air Tractor parts • Financing Available Call for Wingman installation For AgAv Parts & Accessories Call Matt Ashburn

IA and A&P mechanics needed September 2014 A-45

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

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, Fresh Hartzell prop, Satloc Bantam GPS, Fresh annual, Single point fuel 164 gal. $295,000 call for more info, Craig Woodley, 815-499-4704 (09-14)

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 (09-14) 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

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 Darr yl for Pricing South Delta Aviation - 870-5729011 days or 870-995-1323 nights and weekends (09-14) 2012 AT-802 N20718. 1000 TTAF&E, -67, smoker,elec. brake gr adj., air, heat, 10” hydraulic gate w/Vondran controller, Bantam w/flowcontrol, CP 11’s single point fuel, Wingman $1,200,000. For more information call 870-295-6213 tfn

Air Tractor 402 for more information and price call Darryl or Bill 870-5729011 (09-14)

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

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 (09-14)

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

A-46

agairupdate.com

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 2014 Slots Available Call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 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

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

Don’t miss a great deal on these beautiful models, great addition to your growing collection. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

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 (09-14) 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

2012 Air Tractor AT-402B, 500 TT, Bantam, smoker,CP’s,Lane brake, air/heat. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 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 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 2014 AT-802A, - 67AG, FERRY TIME ONLY $1,388,900.00 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, N O DA M AG E, F R E S H H I S , F R E S H ANNUAL $525,000.00 2005 AT-402B, 1,600 TTAF&E, -34AG, LOADED, VERY CLEAN $595,000.00 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

Large inventory or Air Tractor Parts.

Surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 6 62- 8 43 - 0 811 s al e s @ ai r re p ai r i n c . com tfn

AT- 4 02B: G o tur b o. Th e AT- 4 02B , with the time-proven Pratt & Whitney PT6A -15AG tur bin e e n gin e, of fe r s impre ssive climb r ate s and over all p e r fo r man ce . Th e AT- 4 02B’s light handling characteristics help reduce pilot fatigue – while delivering the payload, speed and productivity that helps create prof it s. V isit 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

Order your AT-602 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com TFN

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 Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

Only $3529 478 -987-2250. Fa x: 478 -987-1836.

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

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

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

TFN

Save money. Buy used. Parting out several Air Tractor 402, 502, 602, and 802, Thrush and Ag Cats. Call Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 tfn

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.

TFN

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

J ohnston A ircrAft s ervice

THRUSH / PIPER BRAVE / PAWNEE / CESSNA AG / AG-CAT / AIR TRACTOR • AIRCRAFT SALES / SERVICE / PARTS / MODIFICATIONS

Air Tractor AT-502

WE SELL AND INSTALL

• Brave We repair, rebuild and modify, plus parts sales and engine overhaul.

• Distributor / Rebuilder of Emco Wheaton Dry Breaks • Distributor / Dealer for All Ag Equipment.

• Parts & Services Catalog Available.

CONVERSIONS

CONVERSIONS

Turbine Brave

We sell and install P&W PT6A-20 Souther Field Turbine Conversion

Thrush

P&W PT6A-41/42 Cascade Conversion 850+ Horsepower up to 106 degrees We sell and install!

“Century” Thrush Spar Caps with 60,000 hr fatigue life at 10,500 lbs. gross.

AUTHORIZED THRUSH PARTS DISTRIBUTOR AND SERVICE CENTER

We can completely rebuild / refurbish YOUR Thrush

Thrush FacTory Wing spar caps Sales and Installation Thrush Reinforced Wing Leading Edge Sales and Installation Thrush Fuel Capacity Increase.

We are rebuilding two sets of extended Thrush Thrush Landing Gear Repair/Rebuild and Sales. wings with 230 gallons fuel and H.D. leading Thrush Fuselage Repair and Modification. edge skins and ribs. We stock Thrush fabric tail.

We sell and install Cascade Pressure Cowls

Distributor for APS “Bla ck Steel®” Brake discs and linings

We now have Thrush NEW CONTINUOUS DUTY 6000 hour airframe fuel pump/motor combo’s.

24 HR. PHONES: 559-686-1794 or 686-2161 FAX: 559-686-9360 P.O. Box 1457, Tulare, CA 93275 Se Habla Español info@johnstonaircraft.com • parts@johnstonaircraft.com

www.johnstonaircraft.com

September 2014

A-47

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

cessna

dromader

1966 Cessna Ag Wagon A188 4184 Total time with 1130 SMOH and 574 SPOH. Aero fan, CP 11 nozzles, satloc lite, smoker and automatic flagman. Call Rex Kelley; 308-214-1516, Ord, Ne. (09-14) 1982 Cessna Husky, 5100 TT, 130 STOH, new cylinders, air, Satloc, smoker. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn 1975 – N9482R - Cessna Ag Truck, 3500 3600TT, 300 SMOH, NEW Crankshaft, Bantam, SL40. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

M 1 8 a D r o m a d e r D e l t a Tu r b i n e conversion (no engine)5 blade prop w i th 3 0 0 t t ai r f r am e h a s 53 0 0 KG overload stc 7,900hrsTT no GPS or radios dropped belly skin VG’s night lights smoker w/screen washer B model elevators,electric lid opener,extended tailwheel leg tidy airplane.will send photo’s on enquiry.. PRICE. CHEAP! email cob@middlebrookair.com or call 02-67445209 (09-14) PZL Dromader M-18A (Delta Turbine Conversion) 1988 (VH-TGH) TPE33111U-612G TT AF 3415 Hrs,TSO Eng 3882 Hrs,Propeller 752 Hrs Since New. Hopper 7/10, Paint 7/10, Interior 7/10. Fitted with “B” Model Elevators, Smoker, Window Washer/ Wiper, 3000Ltr Hopper, Lowered Belly Skin, 3” Dual Loading System, Air conditioning, Work Lights, 5300Kg USA STC, DAAM\ AUD $300,000.00 (Plus 10% GST) Contact:Julie Black, 02 6888 7101,Email info@rebelag.com.au (09-14)

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 772-285-5506-see YouTube: LAVIASA 2014 (02-15)

piper

Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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

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 662-501-5559 or email miraclesallaroundsound@gmail. com (09-14)

M18a parts 1 complete airframe with engine 3,500hrsTT 1xfuse 750hrsTT wings’tailplne rudders,fins,elevators legs etc,2xengines,1container full of bits and pieces make a better offer than the last one and it’s all yours it’s a BARGAIN... email cob@middlebrookair.com or call 02-67445209 (09-14)

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 Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

PZL Dromader M-18A (Delta Turbine Conversion) 1985 (VH-JTJ) TPE331-11U612G, TT AF 6810.1 Hrs,, TSO Eng 1689 Hrs, TSO Prop 974.4 Hrs, 500Hrs since HSI, SG has 440Hrs to run to OH, Hopper 7/10, Paint 5/10, Interior 6/10. Fitted with “B” Model Elevators, Window Washer/ Wiper, 3000 Lts Hopper, Lowered Belly Skin, 3” Loading System, Air conditioning, Work Lights, 5300Kgs USA STC, DAAM, Jarba Rotating Booms, Electric Hopper Lid. AUD $300,000.00 (Plus 10% GST) Call Julie Black, 02 6888 7101, Email info@ rebelag.com.au (09-14)

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

1988 M18A VH-FSB 6500hrTT engine -10 Garrett 1500hrs to run 4blade prop,set up as sprayer electric lid opener,no GPS, Bargain. $160,000.

AUD. email cob@middlebrookair.com or call 02-67445209 (09-14)

1982 - N9996J - Cessna Husky, 5100TT, 130 STOH, 1250 SMOH, new cylinders, air, Satloc, smoker. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

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 www.preferredairparts. com tfn

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

1979 Brave 400, 4353 TT, 820 SMOH, 270 STOH, 270 SPOH, new spar, new Bantam with Flow control, pump brake, smoker, great cond. Half the fuel for those half size jobs, Call Arnold Terhune 806-4350599 (09-14)

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

AFTT 5460, Eng 1100 since new (300 since bulk strip & 15 since Top OH). Prop 560 Since new. 180 Gal hopper, New sealed lift struts, drooped wing tips and wing mod done. Recent fuselage paint and airframe tidy up. VHF/UHF. Australian Aircraft.

Email: info@sbair.com.au (09-14) 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 1974 Piper, PA-25 Pawnee D, Lyc O-540 2780TT, New Lite Star II GPS, 375 SMOH, Smoker, NDH, All Ad’s completed. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 tfn

J & C enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Cessna aircraft, New & Used part of any kind. Call Jerry 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net Atfn 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

A-48

agairupdate.com

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

Order your Piper Pawnee Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250 TFN

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

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 (09-14) 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 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

thrush

1989 Thrush DC -34. AFTT&ETT 13700, 400 hrs since new CT&PT blades, vane rings, 29,000 hr wings, bearings. Prop 400 SMOH, +4 blades, Satloc Intellistar with Inteliflow, Weath Aero fan. Smoker, new Cascade inlet installed Jan 2014, air conditioning, new glass 2013, SS boom, CP nozzles. $350,000. Call 623-3770028 (09-14) 1980 T34-037DC, 400 gall hopper, dual controls, dual cool seats. Smoker, Vg’s ,spring TW, 190 fuel, K&N filter, shadin fuel flow, extended tips, big butterfly wings, VHF com/txpdr, intercom, electric fan brake, ground adjustable pump,dual landing light, Agnav 2, SS booms, 8 micronairs EW 4030 lbs, TT airframe AND engine 4960 hrs/cycles,TT SOH 1760 hrs, TTsHSI 600 hrs, Prop OH June ‘13, ttsn1740 hrs, wing eddy current due at 5316 hrs (300+hrs rem)All AD’s and SB’s C/W. Owner retiring, driving around South America. contact Dudley Beek tel 876997-7221 dudleybeek@cwjamaica.com 2011 Thrush 510-T34AG, 1600TTSNE&P, NDH, a/c, heat, smoker, load hawg, vg’s, cascade inlet, led wing lights, bantam w/fc, booms, s/m spreader. 662-7217931 (09-14) 1977 Thrush SR2, Cascade conversion, GE 601-E-11 Engine, Avia 106 Prop, 500 Gallon Hopper, 192 fuel, New Lower Spar Cap 400 hrs ago, $289,000. Call for details Johnson Airspray, home of the Johnson Sidewinder, 218-437-6415 for photos johnsonairspray.com (09-14)

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 Inteli-Flow, smoker, flagger, A/C & heat, VG’S, Lane brake & fan, new paint and skins, Kawak truck battery STC, no damage history, and fresh annual.

Davidon Tri-Set nozzles. Clean as a whistle $375k OBO. Financing Available. For more information please contact NorthStar Aviation 620-356-4528 (09-14)

1975 Thrush S2-R, 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 (09-14) 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 (09-14)

1998 Thrush S2R G -1(Super)/400: Approx. 4400TT airframe, 4400 Since CAM, 1400 hrs. Since Super conversion on Garrett -1 (many New and Overhauled Par ts), 400 Gal, Single Point, FAST Start, FF Meter, A/C, Smoker, Hopper R ins e, Co m m, D u al L an d in g 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 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 (09-14)

Order your 510 Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com 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 air fr ame refurb. Call for price. 870-857-3744 or 870-919-1855 (09-14)

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 (09-14)

Plan for the

new Air Tractor in your future.

YOUR #1 AIR TRACTOR DISTRIBUTOR IN SALES AND SERVICE

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 (09-14)

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

2014 Thrush PT6, 510 New sprayer, plus options. For more information call Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573359-0500 tfn

AIRCRAFT 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 2014 AT-802A, -67AG, FERRY TIME ONLY .............................................................$1,388,900.00 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 2005 AT-402B, 1,600 TTAF&E, -34AG, LOADED, VERY CLEAN ................................$595,000.00

ENGINES R-1340, ZERO TIME SINCE OVERHAUL BY COVINGTON ...........................................$64,500.00 PT6A-34AG, 6,434 TTSN, P/S LIGHT OVERHAUL, NEW CT BLADES, O/H VAIN ......$260,000.00 NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 OUTRIGHT OR EXCHANGE ......................................... $CALL$ 1996 Ayres Turbo Thrush, G10 -125, 6966.5 TT, 1817 TT engine since cam, 1100 hours remaining on spar caps, Hartzell propeller. 333 hours SMOH, A/C, Strobes, Electric fan clutch ground adjustable, Aluminum booms, Davidon triset nozzle tips, Spraying systems check valves, 3” side load valve, Bottom load fuel, ATS Vg’s, Smoker, Auto Cal, KY96A, Transponder, Guia GPS with P500 box, Selling price for this aircraft is $440,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. bruceandrews62@ gmail.com 06-15 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

PROPELLERS HARTZELL 3 BLADE AND 5 BLADED PROPS – New And Used ........................................ $CALL$ DISPERSAL EQUIPMENT TRANSLAND 10 VAIN SPREADER FOR 38” GATE, NEW .....................................................$9,500 AGRINAUTICS, ROOT, CROPHAWK, TRANSLAND, OTHERS ............................................ $CALL$

Lane Aviation, Inc. “Specializing in Turbine and Piston Air Tractors”

888-995-5263

281-342-5451 TEL • 281-232-5401 FAX e-mail: glane@laneav.com • www.laneav.com P.O. Box 432 • Rosenberg, Texas 77471

September 2014

A-49

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

J & C ENTERPRISES AVIATION INC.

800-542-8565

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 06-15

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 (09-14)

SPECIALISTS IN CESSNA 188 EXTENSIVE INVENTORY OF THE FOLLOWING AIRCRAFT

Cessna 180-185-188, PiPer Brave & Pawnee, CitaBria, DromaDer, aero CommanDer Lark & Darter, sCott & XPm taiLwheeL Parts, ContinentaL, LyComing, ChamPion, anD a Lot more.

Aircraft Hardware

Your Authorized Transland Dealer WE BUY SALVAGE & NEW PARTS INVENTORIES

HAVING TROUBLE FINDING THOSE DIFFICULT PARTS?

LET OUR STAFF FIND THAT PART FOR YOU. Airport Road #14 • Thomas, OK 73669

800-542-8565 • 580-661-3591 (OK) • 580-661-3783 (FAX) www.JCAVIATION.com • email address: jcaviation@pldi.net

A-50

agairupdate.com

1974, Thrush w/1820 Wright, Stewart D av i s co nve r s i o n , (h i n g e d e n g i n e 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. A SC rotaries) metal tail, Weathaero fan on Transland pump etc. Make great turbine conversion or parts. Contact Jock @ 36 0 -378 - 88 0 0 or ho ot sm onjo ck @ smwireless.net (09-14)

Order your Thrush 660 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 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) 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

1974 S2RG5/525(Goering conv.-750 S H P) - 12, 624 T T/ 9 4 si n ce I R A N engine/ 2704 since new 4 blade prop: 525 gal hopper, Simplex pump and electric fan brake, stainless booms, 2” left side load, extended wings, droop tips, aileron servos, vortex generators, 192 gal fuel, bottom load fueling, nav/ strobe/instrument and landing lights, spring steel tailwhl gear w/ 5.00x5 tire, air cond., Satloc M3 GPS with Raven flow control, Big butterfly wing splice plate with new factory lower SPAR caps, good paint/tires/glass/ fabric. fresh annual 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn 2011 – N70060, Thrush S2R-T34, 1080 TT SNEW, 228 GAL FUEL, WEATHAERO FAN, 60 CP’S NOZZLES, S.S.BOOM, FAN BRAKE, LOAD HAWG, VG’S, SMOKER, LED LIGHT, BANTAM GPS W/INTELLIFLOW, MVP-50, 3” SIDE L. Mid Continent Aircraft Corp Hayti, MO 573-359-0500 (tfn)

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 (09-14)

2014- N30620, Thrush, S2R-T34, Factory NEW call for information. Mid Continent Aircr af t Corp Hay ti, MO 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 (09-14)

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

weatherly 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

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

New 2014 Thrush 510 with a PT6A34AG or GE H80 engines available, 2014 Deliveries available now. ASI JET AG Division is an authorized Thrush Dealer for North America! We specialize in NEW and Used aircraft sales. ASIJET-AG.COM or Give us a call! 952-941-6255 01-15

PA irparts referred

AG Aircraft parts in stock!

Discounts ranging from 25% to 85% off!

Chosen for value and service

New surplus aircraft parts in stock for: Cessna, Piper, AG Cat G164A/B-600 and many others, fixed and rotor wing!

1994 Weatherly 620B, 2799 TTAF, 1047 TTE, 1011 TTP. Smoker, flagger, oil tank heater, Satloc Airstar GPS. $90,000/ negotiable. For more information call 402756-6424 or email sjwillmes@hotmail. com (09-14)

• • • • • • • •

Airframe parts Accessories and parts Dispersal system parts Wheels, brakes and parts Propellers, blades and parts Spark plugs, filters of all kinds Engine parts, piston and turbine Hardware: AN, MS, NAS

Free online h! rc Inventory Sea Order your Weatherly 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

helicopter

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

Please call Matt Fieldgrove at:928-9209873 or 928-627-8292 (09-14)

www.preferredairparts.com

800-433-0814 Toll free, U.S. & Canada

Tel. 330-698-0280 - Fax. 330-698-3164 sales2@preferredairparts.com

We Buy Worldwide! Inventories of new parts for almost anything.

Souther Field Aviation, Inc. FOR ALL YOUR MAINTENANCE & PARTS NEEDS

AUTHORIZED THRUSH SALES AND SERVICE CENTER AND PARTS DISTRIBUTOR

Export Experts Authorized Turbine Brave Conversion Order your Radial Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S &H. Call 478-9872250 or order at agairupdate.com TFN FAA repair station for all ag equipment.

Thrush spar replacement, annuals. MidContinent Aircraft Corp. 800-325-0885 tfn

Order your Bell 206 Helicopter 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 Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

bargains Order your Dual Cockpit Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60. plus S&H. Call 478987-2250 or agairupdate.com TFN

Use this category for your items that will sell under $2500. Place the classified of one item, one time at $30.00 and the classified will continue running until you sell the item and cancel the ad. Call 478987-2250 to place your classified today.

• Transland • Covington Engines • Ag Nav • Turbine Conversions • Single Point Fueling

• Agrinautics Pumps & Valves • Wag • Cascade Conversions • TracMap

And So Much More…

Frankie Williams - President —frankie@southerfield.com Paul Pearson - Parts & Maintenance —parts@southerfield.com Stephanie Williams - Exports —stephanie@southerfield.com

223 Airport Road, Americus, GA 31709 Phone: 229-924-2813 Fax: 229-924-4356 www.southerfield.com

STATE OFFICE OF THE GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION

September 2014

A-51

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

WORLD WIDE U.S. Dealer New/Used Ag Thrush, 34-510, 550-60, *FINANCING AVAILABLE* Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net t fn

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

misc. aircraft

Order your Boy and AgCat 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

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 (09-14) Order your Clipped J3 Cub Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Ask about our Gift wrap option. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com

R-1340 Engine, 0 SMOH by Aero, $54,000 OBO 12D40-211 Propeller, 0 SMOH. $12,500 OBO bha2@wavecom.net call Robert Eisele 307-672-3421 (09-14) Jet Set Airmotive PT6A-28 TSO 0 PT6A-34 TSO 0 PT6A-34AG TSO 0 Email preeves@jsamiami.com Email krod@jsamiami.com

(09-14)

Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664 (09-14)

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

Order your In-Formation 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

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

Commander Rockwell 112TCA - 1977S/N 13194 TT: 800 hours, fresh annual, all paperwork updated new paint, tires, windscreen and windows green tinted, always hangared.- All ADs complied with.- All instruments inspected.- Radio Nav/Com OK Engine: Lycoming TO-360C1A6D; TT 800 hours TSOVH: 22 hours (TBO calendar) New three blade propeller (STC); new governor Asking U$S 140.000.- Airplane is in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia Owner: Verly Valdez Please email to: retamosa@adinet.com.uy (tfn) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange.

Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10-14 R1340 Engine Overhauled, New Pistons, New Bearings, mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange.

Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10-14 R1340-AN2 Airmotive Overhaul, New Pistons, mags. harness, carb, with w arr ant y o u tright/e xchange . C all Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 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. 903-4296805 10-14

B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights.

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

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

Order your Stearman 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

A-52

agairupdate.com

(2)TPE 331-6-251M engines with recent hot sections and GB inspections by service center, about 3600 SMOH, (2) TPE331-5-252M engines. Dave 561-2416111 or anacondads@aol.com (09-14) Universal Turbine Parts 1 ea PT6A-21 TSO 3312 11 ea PT6A-27/28 TSO (8) 0, 4143, 4891, 4933 1 ea PT6A-114A TSO 0 3 ea PT6A-135A TSO 653, (2) 758 2 ea PT6A-34 TSO 0, 2247 1 ea PT6A-34AG TSO 7578 3 ea PT6A-41 TSO 863, 1568, 4147 4 ea PT6A-42 TSO (2)0, 2509, 2864 1 ea PT6A-45R TSO 1012 1 ea PT6A-50 TSO 0 3 ea PT6A-67D TSO (3) 0;; We also buy PT6 Engines in all conditions. Please call Bill or Joel at 334-361-7853 or email bmershon@UTPparts.com or jplake@ UTPparts.com.

Garrett TPE-331-10 -511M 2 engines available with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call for info. 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A4-15 Covington Turbine Engines Available.

PT6A-15AG 32 TSO; PT6A-21 0 TSO; PT6A-135A NEW; PT6A-34AG NEW; PT6A-34AG 94.5 TSN; PT6A-34AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul; PT6A-34AG 0 TSO; PT6A-34 2309 TSO; PT6A-34 1908 TSO; PT6A-41 3196 TSO; PT6A-41 3511 TSO; PT6A-42 2107 TSO; PT6A-42 2066; PT6A-60A NEW; PT6A-65AG 89 TSN; PT6A-67AG 2788 TSN; Contact us for New Engine prices. We are interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition.

Contact: David Hamilton at 918-756-7862 or davidh@covingtonaircraft.com Pr at t & W hi tn ey R- 985 & R-13 4 0 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators, & accessories for above engines. Call Ches ter Rober t s Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903-429-6047 crs5r@aol.com 10 -14 J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. ha s the largest selection of Lycoming and Continental engine cores in stock .

Over 100 to choose from. Call Sid or Jerry for your parts or engines needs.

800 -542-8565 or email jcaviation@ pldi.net Atfn R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul by Covington $64,500; PT6A-34AG, 6,434 TTSN, P/S light overhaul, new CT blades, O/H vain $260,000; NEW PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 outright or exchange, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401 TFN 10,000 P/N of Continental & Lycoming parts, 50% discount on most new! Please have part numbers when contacting us.

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

dispersal equip Breakenridge Spreader, 38 in slim line, like new. 662-247-0056 (09-14)

Standard Grumman Gate Spreader. 9 vane 24” inside measurement on the throat. Motivated to sell make an offer. gunpilot75@hotmail.com or call 270-3052749 (09-14) New Gate Keeper tm technology controlled seeding gate - Pilot friendly, ea sy calibration, and accurate distribution.

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

Contact Turbine Conversions - 616-8379428 TurbineConversions.com 12-14 Hi-Tek Rotary Atomizer - Rotary atomizer Nozzle delivering Uniform Droplet Spec trum, Low Drag, Low Maintenance, Dependable performance.

Made In USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605 www.davidononline.com tfn Boom Clamps - The Davidon Boom Clamp was designed with simple form and workmanship for ease of use and ease of mind about function. Aluminum construction for 2” and 3” inch airfoil booms. The one you’ve been looking for.

Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline.com tfn 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 Custom Boom Systems – Specializing in 2” and 3” Airfoil Aluminum Booms custom built to your specifications. Length, Nozzle Spacing, Attachment ends, all tailored to your specific needs. Stainless Steel Available also. Made in USA. Davidon Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com tfn D R P - 9 5 5 D R I F T R E TA R D E N T PENETRATOR-SPREADER/STICKER-UV Protectant For drift reduction, deposition increase, University tested. Big Gun in the war on Drift! Made in USA. Davidon, Inc. 229-645-3605. www.davidononline. com tfn

St ai n l e s s Ste e l Fab r i c ato r s , I n c .- Spreaders and Accessories. We are the manufacturer of “original” 10 vane, 12 vane & “the 13 vane” spreaders plus many more. Now is the time to schedule your repairs, Call Us today 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232 (09-14) CP nozzles and check valves. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 - FAX: 438344 t f n Everything you needs for fixed wing or helicopter JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft. com web site: www,johnstonaircraft. com t f n

ASC Rotary Atomizers - Why use old hydraulic nozzle technology? Rotary Atomizers are proven a s the most accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A01-15 CP Nozzles and check valves “The Drift fighters”. Plus they improve your spray pattern. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FA X 559 - 686 -936 0, e - mail: info @ johnstonaircraft.com web site: www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn

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

parts

Ayres tail for sale. Great condition $25,000 Call Mick 918-720-5108 (09-14)

Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale.

Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn Transland 10 vain spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,500; Agrinautics, Root, Crophawk, Transland, others, $CALL$; Lane Aviation 281-3425451 or FAX 281-232-5401.. tfn ASC Rotary Atomizers - Consistent droplets, large flow openings, easy to mount without changing your existing pump, boom and flow control method.

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

Tail pipe and augmenter tube removed from factory Garrett-6 turbine Thrush.

Used, good condition. Mounting hardware included. $3,450. Money back if you don’t like them. Cell phone: 785-341-1478, business 785-332-2251. Robert Grace, Grace Flying Service.

(09-14) 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 308368-5556 to order your set, or check us out at www.hersheyflyingservice. com (01-15)

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 & 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

Let us help you meet increa singly stringent precision application demands.

Our systems meet those demands, lower operating costs, and increase your profits. Call 541-385-5051 or www. kawakaviation.com (09-15) Superbooms for Cessna, Piper, Thrush, Air Tractor and custom manufacture; Thrush Aileron Servos -STC’d kits. TSA 800-642-5777 or tsa@702com.net (TFN)

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

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

20lbs/hr LESS fuel burn, improved spray pattern, reduced maintenance cost, cockpit adjustable flow controls. Inquires call 541-385-5051 or www.kawakaviation. com (09-15)

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

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

Lockable full swivel tail wheels for Thrush or Ag Cat, 500-5 or 600-6 wheel available all STC approved Call Turbine Conversions 616-837-9428 est to order.

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

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

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

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.

06-15 Thrush parts - Wings, props, tail feathers, batteries, tires - we have the inventory.

Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr.

Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn 11 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper, and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800 -433- 0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com tfn 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.

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

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

O/H’D Thrush 29” landing gear & we can repair / rebuild yours. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www. johnstonaircraft.com tfn PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn Um par de asas estendida 95% completa do Thrush S2R . A pair of extended wings 95% complete Thrush S2R. Brazil. g arci av i ag r i co l a @ u o l .co m . b r / 16 36274879 (tfn)

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

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

Cascade Aircraft Conversions Barrier Filter System for the Soloy Turbine Converted Bell 47/Hiller 12 Helicopters.

See decreased TOT by up to 38 degrees C. Pull full torque at lower TOT temps, burn less fuel, extend the life of critical turbine parts. Contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com . ( 09-15) Replacement parts. New and used for all Ag Cat models. Also carry New Piper and Weatherly tailwheel springs and Transland Dealer. Call Hershey Flying Service 308-368-5556 (01-15) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc ha s purchased a large new inventory of Citabria GCBC part in late 1977-79 rnge.

Lots of common everyday parts. Landing gear, wheels 7 brakes, engine parts etc. call Jerry or Sid today 800-542-8565 or email jcaviaiton@pldi.net At fn S & T Aircraft Accessories, Inc. specializes in the overhaul of Radial and Turbine engine accessories. We have most items in stock ready to ship for exchange. Give us a call @ 830-625-7923 or fax 830-625-4138. t fn 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

September 2014

A-53

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

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

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

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

Brave and Pawnee parts - engines, props, spar kits, fuel cells and foam kits, and much more. Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-6869360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. tfn

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

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

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 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.

530-735-6264 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

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 rc r af t .co m w w w. johnstonaircraft.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

Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

propellers

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 Atfn

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

Friday, Saturday & Sunday Starting at 9:00 a.m. Local Time All Three Days!

October 3rd, 4th, & 5th, 2014 Major P&W R-985 & P&W R-1340 Overhaul Facility Auction!!

Hartzell HC-B3R30-4 propeller. 3 blade for Weatherly, Beaver, or CallAir. Excellent condition. Blades Part Number 101525.5. Photos, complete description http:\ stearmanflyin.orghar tzell $18,90 0.

Money back guarantee. Robert Grace, 785-341-1478 cell, business 785-3322251, Grace Flying Service, Inc. (09-14) 12D40, 40 hours SIRAN, $8,000. Call 662247-0056 (09-14) 2D30 6101A12, 0/Iran. $12.5K; 22D30-6533A12, OHC. $15.5K; 12D40-6101A12, 175-SIRAN. $11.5k; 12D40-AG100-4S, 375-SOH/0-IRAN $17.5; 22D40-AG200-2, 60-SIRAN $20.5K; 22D40-6533A-12, 0SIRAN. $20.5K; 22D40-AG200-2, 0SIRAN $19.5K AmAg 870-886-2418 (89F) agcat@bscn. com AgCat Sales/Service/Parts since 1971 * 3 D 40 6101 blades Ham Standard 3 bladed. Overhauled. For more information Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-4296805 10 -14 12D40-6101-12 Overhauled with 8130 Form. for more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. 903-429-6805 10-14 H ar t ze ll m o de l H C- C 2Y K-1B F, s/n CH-16579E. For more information email Chucao@tie.cl (09-14)

Complete Liquidation of AERO-ENGINES, INC. 3030 N. Coolidge Ave Los Angeles, CA 90039 ABSOLUTE AUCTION!!

Sale Site Phone: Steve Starman 402-681-6456 or Scott Moore 402-681-3652 Auction to include:

MACHINE SHOP EQUIPMENT: Several Lathes, Includes Logan’s, LeBlond, Cadillac, Schumacher 24”, Etc. Several Vertical Milling Machines, Van Norman Piston Grinders, Hydro-Borer Connecting Rod, Bushing Boring Machines, Barnesdril 4014 R-1340 Cylinder Honing Machine, Heald No. 6 Cylinder Grinding Machine, Norton 6x18” Type C Cylindrical Grinder, KO-Lee Tool & Cutter Grinder, Arter A-18 Rotary Surface Grinder, Electric Ovens, Drill Presses, Ring Grinders, Delta Toolmaker Grinder, Sand Blast Cabinets, Air Compressors, Welders & Several Other Pieces.

ACCESSORY BENCHES: Carburetor Bench, Mag Test Bench, Starter Test Benches, Vari Drives, Electric Test Benches, Stewart Warner Balancer, Prony Brake, Dynometer, Etc. TOOLS: Large Selection of P&W Tooling, Reamers, Precision Tools, Etc. ENGINES: Approx. (17) P&W R-985 Overhauled Engines to Include R-985, R-1340 & Cont. W-670 Overhauled Pineapples, Possibly (3) R-1340 Overhauled Engines, Approx. (18) P&W R-985 Disassembled Engines, will have parts missing., Approx. (18) P&W R-1340 Engines, will have parts missing.

1240 Royal Drive ~ Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 592-1933

A-54

agairupdate.com

INVENTORY: VERY, VERY LARGE Selection of Inventory to Include New, Overhauled & As Removed Serviceable, to Include P&W R-985 & R-1340. 1,000’s of Cases of all Types: New Pistons, New Rings, Guides, Seats, Reground R-1340 Cams, Blower Bearings, New Valves, Gears, Impeller Shafts, Tappets, Rocker Arms, Bushings, Crankshafts, Master Rods, Link Rods, Push Rods & Housings, Oil Sumps, Intake Pipes, Baffling, Bearings, Plate Studs, Gaskets, Covers, Oil Rings, Adapters, Piston Pins, Cylinder Seats, Impellers, Supports, Guides, Caps, Plugs, Hardware, Blower Assys., Front/Rear/Main Cases, Leads, Wire Looms, Inner Races, Spacers, Accessory Drives, Hardware, Etc. Hear & there are high quantities of everything!

CYLINDERS: 1,000’s of Cylinders Include Overhauled, Partial Repairs & Cores, Both R-985 & R-1340.

ACCESSORIES: 1,000’s of Accessories Overhauled & Cores Includes R-985 & R-1340 Carburetors, Magnetos, Tach Generators, Fuel Pumps, Prop Governors, Starters, Alternators, Oil Pumps, Vacuum Pumps, Hyd Pumps, Etc. VERY, VERY LARGE ACCESSORY OVERHAUL INVENTORY: VARIOUS CONTINENTAL W-670, LYCOMING & JACOBS INVENTORY: STORAGE CONTAINERS, VEHICLES, FORKLIFTS, ETC.: NOTE: This will be one of the largest R-1340 & R-985 Inventory to ever be sold at auction! For a more complete listing and pictures go to www.starmanauctions.com and click on Aero-Engines under upcoming auctions or call (402) 592-1933 for brochure.

For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade P r o p . H a r t ze l l H C- B5 M P -3 C . 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. (09-14) 2010 Harley Ultra Classic, Approx. 2500 miles. Rhinehardt Exhaust, Custom Paint, Quick Detach Tour Pak, Two Seat Options, Tons of Extra Chrome. Call for more details and/or pictures. 641-485-9112. $26,000.00/Offer jake@midwestairspray. com or call 641-485-9112 (09-14)

finance/lease GE M601- E11 751 HP TURBOPROP C o n v e r s i o n s f o r A i r Tr a c t o r a n d Thrush. Increased Reliability. No Hot Section Inspections. No Nozzles to S e r v i ce . C a s c ad e Pre s s u re Cow l – St andard Equipment with Life time 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 Cy c l e s o r 2 Ye a r s . N o w t a k i n g deposit s and scheduling deliveries for mid - late 2011 an d early 2012.

Please contact Cascade Aircraf t C o n v e r s i o n s a t 5 0 9 - 6 3 5 -1 21 2 o r to m @ c a s c ad e a i rc r af tco nve r s i o n s . com . tfn Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18, 22D30-6533A-12 12D40-6101A-12, 12D40-AG100-2 22D40-6533A-12, 23D40-6533A-18 23D 4 0 -70 05A-12, Call PropWork s, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net 12-14 Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401. TFN

Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

Air Tractor financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. Air Tractor offers competitive financing options in the U.S. and Canada from Wells Fargo Equipment Finance. Fly now and take seven years to pay, 10 years to amortize and have a fixed interest rate for the life of the loan. Other attractive term periods are available, too.

These financing options are available on both new and used Air Tractors purchased through Air Tractor dealers.

See your Air Tractor dealer today! t f n

New Loader Truck, flip over boom, scales, fuel. Randy Mink Poor Boys Flying Service 870-931-8485 (09-14) 1975 Ford F600, 10 inch auger unit, 450 gallon fuel system. would make good spare auger truck, $6250. Call Steven Taylor 501-516-5874. (09-14)

Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870-697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West , Hickory Ridge, AR. Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-9192317 A 12-14 1500 gal Jet A refueler; Nissan UD 3300 truck; epoxy lined steel tank: Liquid Control counter with predetermining counter (new 2003); single point and over the wing nozzles: automatic reel.

Truck and pump work well; good rubber $13,900 or Will consider trades for auto, truck, or aircraft Call 501-985-1484 AR location. tfn

vehicles 2004 International 4300. With Fresh engine overhaul, 1 year left on warranty.

Manufactured by Ballard Manufacturing.

Purchased in 2014. $53,000 obo Call 501269-4661 (09-14)

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

Been in loader truck business since 1980.

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

Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

Trade with members of NAAA

All new Air Tractors now include P&W 2500 Hour, 5-Year Extended Warranty

1991 AT502 -34 * Recent refurb. ..........................................$395,000 2014 AT802A -65 AG Factory New ............................................... Call * New Annual & Fresh HSI

800-441-2964 Ask for Rick or Chuck Stone

AIRCRAFT SALES & SERVICE

F O B Fort Pierce, FL September 2014 A-55 Office: 772-461-8924 • Fax: 772-461-9050 • mail@southeasternaircraft.com • www.southeasternaircraft.com

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

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

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

miscellaneous Adams Water Nurse Tank, bought new in 2014. Bridge and Stratton pump, mixing tank, all hoses included. $5,000 firm. Call 501-269-4661 (09-14)

Fight rodent infestation with Cascade’s i n n ov a t i ve a n d e x t r e m e l y s i m p l e solution, Mouse Pants! Hand crafted from the highest quality 2024-T3 aircraft aluminum (lighter and not as likely to carve up an operator like galvanized steel). Quick action Wing nut CAMLOC aircraft grade fasteners. Rubber trimmed to protect your aircraft’s finish and the flooring surface. Order your set of three for only $599.00 plus shipping and handling. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509-635-1212 or tom@ cascadeaircraftconversions.com (09-15)

PC SPRAY Dedicated Application Software, Version 3. Fully-functional program. Buy it once, use it forever! No annual fees.

Technical support for the life of the product. Call or email for demo today. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 tfn

New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

Toy pla stic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com tfn

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

Three Phase “GPU” Rectifier, Price reduced. Call 870-834-8349 (09-14) 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 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. Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com tfn

NEW to the DeSpain Collection, Customized Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

Pitcher’s Nightmare Swing Trainer $ • Youth • Elite • Softball

79.95

Free Shipping

pitchersnightmare.com

A-56

agairupdate.com

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

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

One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway.

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

“Insurance 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

services 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

Order your The AgOp Collage Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $60 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250 or order online at agairupdate.com t f n HOTSTUFF AG AIRCRAFT CLEANER Call to order the # 1 Ag Aircraft cleaner in the country, Used by over 400 operators Coast to Coast. Blue Stripe Distributing 877-924-5025 Atfn HELMET with slide up visor $850. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1200. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 At fn

Fly through your mail with our Airplane Letter Opener! Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 or visit our Market Place at agairupdate.com t f n

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

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

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

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 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

wanted to buy Looking for tired AT-502. Please contact Cascade Aircraft Conversions at 509 635 1212 or email tom@cacaircraft. com (09-15) Ag Aircraft Wanted: Immediate cash for Ag planes - All considered - Contact Darryl Riddell at 870-572-9011 (09-14) 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 Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

operations Flying Service for Sale in the Mississippi River Delta. Send inquires to blindads@ agairupdate.com subject MS F/s or fax 478-987-1836 subject MS F/S (09-14) S i n g l e P i l o t 1 3 5/1 3 7 H e l i c o p t e r Operation, Clean record, Can be sold separately and relocated. Why wait years to get these certificates? R44 and all equipment included. Send inquires to blindads@agairupdate.com subject 135/137 operation or Fax to 478-9871836 subject 135/137 operation ( 09-14) Helicopter agricultural operation for sale.

Located in beautiful western Montana. This is an opportunity to purchase a profitable turnkey operation. Very busy with lots of growth potential! Qualified buyers may call 406-360-0207 for details. (09-14) 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)

seat wanted New Ag Pilot/A&P seeking an opportunity for a start. Farm Background. 6 years Ground Rig experience. Ready to work on ground or in the air. NAAA member, PA ASS attendance. lancasteraero@ yahoo.com (09-14)

CALL FOR PRICING 2014 AT-502B/34 FTO extended engine warranty 2010 AT-502B/34 2200 TTSN 2009 AT-502B/34 2700 TTSN 1998 AT-602A/65 7800 TT, spar change $560K

AG pilot available, experience 1 year AT-301, 1 year AT-402, 4 years AT-802 / A. Multi-engine, Instrument, Commercial rated. Licensed in Indiana and Illinois. A&P mechanic AT and PT6 qualified. Clean record. Cell # 812-350-7709 Barrett@ Aerobaticsystems.com (09 -14) Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

Read By More Ag Pilots Than Any Other Publication.

Only $29 478-987-2250. Fax: 478-987-1836.

Looking to see what’s out there. Experience in many turbine ag makes up to PT6-60, and have a little experience with Garretts.

Cotton, Rice, Corn, beans, and most everything between. I am entertaining all options, but looking primarily anywhere from the Bootheel of MO to South Delta, TX, or West Louisiana. Also looking at work in the Midwest right now if there is need for a pilot. Send information to blindads@agairupdate.com subject: seat wanted or Fax information to 478-9871836 subject: seat wanted (09-14) 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.

417-844-1535 (09-14)

help wanted Looking for turbine Ag pilot, full time, at well est. operation in Tx pan handle season runs March -October exp pilots only, email resume to arnoldterhune@ yahoo.com (09-14) Looking for an experienced turbine ag-pilot for 2015 season and beyond in South Eastern Washington. Herbicide experience necessary. Season runs March through November. Long established Ag operation. E-mail resume to br.cropcare@ gmail.com (09-14) Ground personnel year round work.

Fixed wing and helicopter, low time pilots welcome. CDL and Hazemat a plus, must be willing to travel. Email resume and references dana@bsairinc.com or call 229-838-6733 (09-14) 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 t ake c are of yo ur A ir p lan e . G re at Re fe re nce s . 22,0 0 0 hr s AG , ove r 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) A & P Mechanic needed for a multi plane and helicopter Ag operation. Please call Matt at 866-627-8292 or 928-9209873 (09-14)

877-715-8476 farmairparts@mymctc.net 40’ 15.649, 90’14.306

1999 AT-802A/67 6300 TT red/white G-4/flow, Hatfield, $650K 1999 AT-802A/65 5900 TT wingman, Bantanm/flow, $650K 1997 AT-402/27 Large selection of parts, call Carrie at 877-715-8476

September 2014

A-57

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

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

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

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

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 (09-14) A&P Mechanic needed for aircraft engine overhaul shop. PT6 experience helpful.

Pay based on experience. 812-8772587 (09-14)

schools Ag Aviation School - Get the best flight training available by learning at a real commercial spray operation. Safe, experienced instructors, highly maintained aircraft, new student pilot dorm with private rooms. Learn to mix, load, fly the light bar and all skills associated with ag aviation. Call Bruce now for more information or to get on the schedule: 770329-4410. Also check out our Guarantee on our website at www.agaviationschool. com (09 -14)

Machinist/Fabricator needed for aircraft engine overhaul shop. Pay based on experience. 812-877-2587 (09-14) Aircraft Sales position for experienced Ag, Turbine, CR II, super salary and benefits.

Call: Dick 800-325-0885 @ Mid Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO tfn IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870 -295- 6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience 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)

Gulf Coast aG airCraft sales & serviCe Chip Kemper, President

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.

CALL EUGENE DAY OR NIGHT

979-532-1718 • 979-533-1720 A-58

agairupdate.com

Air TrAcTor SAleS & Service

Your Northwest Air Tractor Dealer 800-736-7654 Fax 208-745-6672 Office 208-745-7654

136 N. Yellowstone Hwy. • Rigby, Idaho 83442

Advanced Aerial Guidance

SATLOC Key G4 Features

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

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

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

www.AgJunction.com

SAT-114.indd 1

Acorn Welding........................................ 42A Aero Engines.......................................... 30A Ag - Nav, Inc. ...................................... 3, 24A Agrinautics.............................................. 28A Airplane Services................................... 42A Air Repair................................................ 20A Air Tractor Inc................................... 5A, 15F American AgViation............................... 43A Apollo Spray Systems............................ 39A ASI Jet Sales.............................................. 9A Cascade Aircraft Conversions......23A, 38A Central Florida Ag Aero......................... 42A Collins Aircraft Dynamics, Inc............... 29A Covington Aircraft Engines................... 60A CP Products............................................ 36A Davidon................................................... 42A Desser Tire & Rubber Co...................... 35A DynaNav........................................... 27, 39A Electrode Aviation................................. 42A Farm Air Inc............................................ 57A FireBoss.......................................... 14F, 21A Flight Grip............................................... 43A Frost Flying..................................... 10F, 45A GE Aviation............................................. 26A Gulf Coast Ag Aircraft SS....................... 58A Hershey Flying Service.......................... 35A J & C Enterprises, Inc............................. 50A Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc............... 47A Kawak Aviation Technologies............... 37A Lane Aviation, Inc................. 17F, 38A, 49A Lavasia.................................................... 32A Machida Borescopes............................. 27A Micro Aero Dynamics............................ 22A Micron Sprayers Limited........................ 8A Mid - Continent Aircraft Corp............... 24A NAA Museum......................................... 34A Orsmond Aerial Spray Pty. Ltd............. 58A Pratt & Whitney Canada....................... 33A Preferred Airparts................................. 51A Queen Bee Air Specialties.................... 58A Robert McCurdy..................................... 43A SATLOC................................................... 59A SANAG..................................................... 43A Schweiss BiFold Doors.......................... 43A ServAero Engineering........................... 43A Sky Tractor Supply Co........................... 25A Southeastern Aircraft............................ 55A Souther Field Aviation, Inc.................... 51A Spectrum Electrostatic Sprayers.......... 28A Starman Brothers.................................. 54A Thrush Aircraft Inc................................... 2A TracMap NZ LTD.................................... 31A Transland ................................................. 7A Trotter Controls......................................18F Tulsa Aircraft Engines............................. 9A Turbine Conversions Limited............... 34A Turbine Installation................................19F Universal Turbine Parts Div.................. 37A

10/14/13 3:05 PM

September 2014

A-59

CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS • CLASSIFIEDS

The Satloc® G4™

international advertiser index

A-60

agairupdate.com