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Balkan countries with an impressive firefighting fleet inside this edition: Fire on the mountain, lightning in the sky • GE Aviation makes strides with H80 engine • N5B makes first flight in China • Croatia transforms its sole land-based AT-802A into amphibian

Bill Lavender bill@agairupdate.com

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Carlos Retamosa and I exchanging greetings in Punta del Este, Uruguay

Low-time, head colds and friends

Thus far, it has been a tough season for accidents and fatalities. Almost within a week of each other, the industry lost an AT-602 and an AT-802 and their pilots.

I’ll never be judgmental about an agaviation accident. However, one point that stands out is both pilots had relatively low application time in the accident aircraft.

Low-time is a euphemism. It’s not a good thing to have in ag-flying, but something all ag-pilots must deal with until they become high-time. The transition from low-time to high-time is built on a series of increasingly more complex aircraft, as well as flying missions. One end of the scale would be applying dry fertilizer in an Ag-Cat, while the opposite end would be spraying low volume in an AT-802. The reason I use fertilizer and low volume analogies is obvious, as well as the aircraft. Dry fertilizer applications are typically flown at higher altitudes, while low volume applications extend the time the aircraft is in the loaded configuration, both which affect the safety of the application; an Ag-Cat is easier to fly than an AT-802. The danger zone is the early part of the transition period to more complex aircraft and mission profiles.

My condolences are extended to the families of these two pilots. They have lost a loved one. I hope we can learn from their misfortune.

Having a head cold in summer is miserable. It seems about half of the travels I make to South America during

our summer (their winter) I come down with something. The first week of August I traveled to Uruguay to attend and exhibit at the Congresso Mercosul Aviacion Agricola. It is an annual convention rotated between three Mercosul countries; Uruguay, Brazil and Argentina. Next year Brazil will be the host country.

South America, particularly the Mercosul countries, is a budding region for agricultural aviation. It is currently going through the transition from piston to turbine powered ag-aircraft, similar to what the United States did in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

I am often asked, “How can an American pilot fly in South America?” The simple answer is you can’t. It’s really no different from a South American pilot coming to America to fly with the same type of issues, e.g. language, visa, licenses, etc. The more realistic reason is South America does not need foreign pilots. For every turbine agaircraft sold in South America, it replaces no less than two pilots of the smaller version planes.

AgAir Update’s web site forum (agairupdate.com) is increasing in popularity. Now that we have a way to monitor posts, I am confident it will be a good communications tool for the industry.

Some of you will check it daily, while others will get busy and forget. However, with our twice monthly eEdition, you can view a list of the most recent posts and click through the ones that interest you. Your time is

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In parting, I ask that you take a minute to appreciate those around you, not only your loved ones, but those who you interact with regularly, or even not so often. This weekend I lost a friend to a heart attack that I did not realize was my friend until he was gone.

Trey helped me every Saturday morning around the hangar and the house. I would jab him about smoking, but never realized he had heart problems. At 52, he appeared to be in as good of health as anyone. Now, when I look around the hangar and house, I see things he fixed or took care of. I have to catch myself from thinking, “Trey needs to fix this.” In the big scheme of things, we are on this Earth for a very short time. We should make that time count for something.

When you look around, take the time to see and appreciate.

Until next month, Blue Sky and Tailwinds...

inside this issue Calendar of events .................................................................................................................... 4 Ag Airmail ...................................................................................................................................... 6 Balkan countries with an impressive firefighting fleet.........................................................................11 Fire on the mountain, lightning in the sky........................................................................................... 12 Croatia transforms its sole land-based AT-802A into amphibian........................................................16 Concorde Battery issues bulletin......................................................................................................... 19 Brazilians at Lane Aviation.................................................................................................................. 20 GE Aviation makes strides with H80 engine........................................................................................ 22 N5B makes first flight in China............................................................................................................ 24 Hands on flying - Thoughts from an El Dorado.........................................................................26 Featured classified ads......................................................................................................... 26 Schweiss Manufacturing enters alliance.............................................................................................. 28

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calendar of events September 2010 September 23-24, 2010 CoAAA SAFE Fly-In La Junta Municipal Airport La Junta, CO Dolle M. Lehrkamp dolle@coagav.org 719.768.3367 www.coagav.org

October 2010 October 8-10, 2010 NAA Golf Tournament Plantation & Cherokee Valley Golf Clubs Olive Branch, MS Lou Stokes 870-755-2755 October 15-17, 2010 NAAA Fall Board Meeting Town and Country Resort San Diego, CA Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org October 20, 2010 MiAAA Convention Greater Lansing Area, MI Pollyanne McKillop 248-760-0732 October 20-21, 2010 MiAAA Convention University Quality Inn Lansing, MI Pollyanne McKillop miagaviation@yahoo.com October 25-27, 2010 KsAAA Convention Grand Prairie Hotel Hutchinson, KS kaaa@ksagaviation.org October 27-28, 2010 HeliSphere and Aerial Emergency Response Crowne Plaza Mutiara Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Tel: +44 1628 660400 Fax: +44 1628 660622 aknapp@tangentlink.com www.tangentlink.com

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October 28-30, 2010 (tentative) MEXICO-MAZATLAN Expo Congreso Aviacion Agricola Mazatlan, Mexico 01 55 55712072 57623705 fappaarmac@aviacionagricola.com.mx October 31- November 1, 2010 PNW Convention Red Lion Hotel at the Park Spokane, Washington www.pnwaaa.org

November 2010 November 2010 - TBA Aerial Fire Fighting Conf. & Exhibition The Sheraton Istanbul Maslak Istanbul, Turkey GMcKenzie@tangentlink.com 44(0)1628 660400 Fax: 44(0)1628 660622 www.tangentlink.com November 8-10, 2010 CaAAA Convention Embassy Suites Napa, CA Terry Gage caaa@psyber.com Tel: 916-645-9747 Fax: 916-645-9749 Novembert 9-11, 2010 Mid-State Ag Aviation Conference Isle of Capri Resort & Casino Bettendorf, Iowa Harley Curless 309-759-4826 November 9-11, 2010 CoAAA Annual Conv. & Trade Show Crowne Plaza Hotel Colorado Springs, CO Dolle M. Lehrkamp 719-768-3367 dolle@coagav.org www.coagav.org

December 2010 December 6-9, 2010 NAAA 44th Annual Conv. & Exposition Savannah International Trade and Convention Center Savannah, GA Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org

January 2011 January 5-7, 2011 TxAAA Convention Hyatt Regency Hill Country San Antonio, TX Chris Shields 512-476-4405 www.taaa.org January 9-11, 2011 ArAAA Convention Wyndham Riverfront Hotel North Little Rock, AR Ron Harrod 501-376-3233 rharrod@sbcglobal.net January 17-19, 2011 OkAAA Convention Biltmore Hotel Oklahoma City, OK Sandy Wells 405-341-3548 oaaa@sbcglobal.net January 19-20, 2011 MsAAA Convention Hollywood Casino Bay St. Louis, MS Will Green Poindexter msagaa@telpak.net January 24-25, 2011 AMAA Annual Convention Heritage Inn Great Falls, MT http://montanaaerialapplicators.org

February 2011 February 7-9, 2011 SEAF Convention TBA - South Carolina Linda Minton 772-465-0714 February 11-13, 2011 NAAA Spring Board Meeting Peggy Knizner Tel: 202-546-5722 Fax: 202-546-5726 information@agaviation.org www.agaviation.org February 17-19, 2011 Canada AAA Conference and Trade Show Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada www.canadianaerialapplicators.com

February 21-23, 2011 NATA Convention Sandhills Convention Center North Platte, NE Contact: Judy McDowell 402-475-6282 Fax: 402-475-6282 email: nata@windstream.net February 23-25, 2011 Tri-State Aerial Applicators Convention Jackpot Junction Morton MN Ambroz Stieren, Terry 952-226-5874 TAmbroz@aol.com Laurie Robbennolt 605-765-2707 sdaviation@gmail.com Cindy Schreiber-Beck 701-642-5777 cndrwht@702com.net

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ag airmail helpful Love your paper. Very helpful in learning as much as I can about the industry. Looking to make ag aviation a career.

Vincent Edgmon Harrison, AR Dear Vincent, Good luck with your desire to become an ag-pilot. Be sure to attend an ag-av school or find a mentor. Plus, keep up your subscription to AgAir Update! - Bill

eEdition I get the subscription sent to my office, but I do not get the eEdition. How can I sign up for that? Thanks a lot!

Jim Alsup Overland Park, KS Dear Jim So simple. Send us your email address for a free subscription to AAU’s eEdition. —Bill

B29 Dear Bill, Just on the long shot you might need something to fill a corner of your wonderful publication, AgAir Update, here is a photo of Pam and me working on the only flying B29 in the world. It is owned by the Commemorative Air Force. We were honored to be asked to balance all four of the new hybrid R-3350 engines with new props. I have also been asked to fly on the initial test flight next week for an inflight vibration analysis. Fun, huh?

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Hello Pam and Jim; Sounds like fun! The flight, not the work of balancing the props in the hot sun!

turbine Husky My name is JJ Barcia, and I am from the Philippines, I just read in AgAir Update that you did a evaluation flight with a Turbine Husky. I just wanted to ask, what the future plans are with this conversion. Will this conversion go commercial?

Thank you very much Best regards JJ Barcia Philippines Hello JJ: I can’t say for sure, but I expect the Soloy Turbine Pac for a C-188 to become available for the marketplace.

At this time, only the Turbine Husky that I flew has been built. However, I know Soloy has sincere interest in the project, especially for overseas sales.

I’ve copied your email to the contact person at Soloy, Dave Stauffer. Maybe that’ll help.—Bill

oil dispersant.

I read the article concerning the oil spill dispersant by AT-802s in the Gulf of Mexico. This was not a first. In June of 1970 Great Canadian Oil Sands (GCOS now Suncor et.al.) the first oil sand plant operator. One of their tailing ponds had spilled a quantity of oil into the Atyhabasca River and it was headed downstream to the Delta and the wetlands of Lake Athabasca.

They called me and requested a spray equipped aircraft to operate from Fort Chipewyan airport CYPY, which is very

near the Delta. I took my CallAir B1 to CYPY and subsequently flew about seven hours the first evening at which time we ran out of product (Corexit).

The nearest stock was in Chicago, so they chartered two DC-6s to fly in product. Before we were able to get airborne again, the environmentalists had gotten a cease-work order and shut the operation down. That was 40 years ago and from reports I have heard recently from the Gulf, not much has changed.

The Delta is a large area of wetlands with open water channels meandering throughout. The turbulence and down wash from the aircraft created enough mixing action to completely disperse the slick from these open areas.

The operation was considered to be a success by GCOS, even though we were shut down far too early.

Best Regards, George A Walker St. Albert, AB Canada Hello George; I suppose I should have not taken the liberty to use “North American history...”! Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I will pass it on to our readers. I think you are right in that not much has changed. A person would think over the years zealots would back off just a little, or at the least use some common sense, if they had any! —Bill

new project I know you are very busy and I hope I’m not bothering you too much. I have decided to take it upon myself and try and develop a web page for our National Agricultural Aviation Museum. To do this I would very much like a short narrative article that could stay posted continuously telling the history as accurate as we can get. I have searched the internet and have a few articles and I also have a call into the NAAA and spoke with Ms. Peggy Knizner for some help. She is suppose to be getting one of her Education Committee people to get with me about my ideas. I just thought that with all your knowledge you might have some suggestions. I want everything that we

show to be facts. Hope you are doing well and look forward to any assistance you might have.

Charlie Dixon Jackson, MS Charlie; Do you have Mabry Anderson’s book, “Low and Slow - An insider’s history of agricultural aviation”? Also, there’s a DVD, Crop Dusters - The Early Years. I can supply you with both. They would be a good start. —Bill

power struggle!

I see by the South Dakota Aeronautics Commission minutes in the JulyAugust South Dakota Pilots Association newsletter that the FAA has responded to the Commission.

The FAA responded: the federal government’s occupation of the entire field of airspace management and aviation’s safety preempts state requirements for marking and lighting any structure, based upon safety concerns, even if the FAA has not adopted specific regulations regarding such structures. Although MET towers less than 200 feet high do not fall under the FAA’s notification requirement, the FAA has the authority to regulate marking and lighting of such towers. Consequently, state lighting and marking requirements for such structures are preempted.

The newsletter goes on to suggest that HB1155 may have to be rewritten to remove the marking requirements!

Bryan Hauschild SDAA President Fergus Falls, MN Hello Bryan; That’s interesting. Common sense from a state government, preempted by power-grabbers in Washington, DC? God help us.—Bill

Info neededHope this finds you good. Really enjoy AgAir Update. can’t do without it.

The International Crop Duster’s Day has launched its sympathy card and they are being sent to families of deceased pilots/operators/and others

in the agricultural flying industry.

These cards have been well received to date.

However, sometimes an address is hard to find.

Last issue noticed the passing of Bob Bailey from Clinton, Mississippi and Walter Alderman of Omaha, Nebraska.

Would you have their last known addresses? If so, could you forward them to me.

Thanks, Oldduster (Bob Wheat) Anahuac, TX Hello Bob; Will do. I’m sure the families will appreciate the cards. Remind me, and I’ll forward you addresses as they come up. —Bill

1st airplane Reading last month’s issue I saw where a pilot’s wife had bought him an airplane for $800.00. Well, my first airplane was a PT-19 and it cost me $250.00. I bought the old trainer in Houston, Texas in1956. My friend, a crop duster pilot, was going to teach me to fly in it. I bought it on a rainy Saturday evening and we couldn’t ferry it home due to the weather, so the seller said he would deliver it the following Monday. He decided on Sunday to take his brother-in-law for a spin before delivering it to me the next day. However, that’s just what they did, spin and spin and spin. The plane

and its two occupants spun into Lake Houston that Sunday. Needless to say, my $250.00 bargain PT-19 is just a memory.

Bob Wheat (oldduster) Anahuac, TX Bob; What a sad, sad story for all parties!— Bill

AAU in New Zealand Thanks for the copies of AgAir Update.

Thought you might like a couple of pics.

The high res pic is of Robert Thurston, who is a Manager at SuperAir, one of picture the big fixed wing operators here.

Thanks I snapped this picture from the cockpit John Maber of my AT-402 at about 6:30a this past Hamilton, New Zealand week while spraying fungicide on seed corn here in northern Illinois. Thought you might enjoy it. Keep up the great work on AAU! Les Cady Cady Aerial Spray Deer Grove, IL Hi ya Les; Trying to catch yourself? I have a friend in Mississippi, Lin Stanton, that once sent me a similar photo. Thanks for the compliment and thinking of AgAir Update! I’ll have the photo uploaded to AgAir Update’s online photo gallery. —Bill

Thanks Stan; I wish all would take heed.

It is way easier for me to preach safety from my computer than for our pilots to actually practice it. But, I firmly believe the more they hear it, the more likely it will stick. I can remember going over lots of different things in my mind while spraying, especially during the ferrying portion.

Let’s hope they start thinking about a long, profitable career through safety.

Our industry is only as safe as we make it.—Bill

good topic Hello John; Thanks so much for the photo. I hope that all went well at the conference.

Thanks for handing out AgAir Update, too. —Bill

Just a quick note to you. What a fine editorial this month! Your best in my opinion. Thanks.

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update I sure appreciate receiving AgAir Update. It has a lot of good information in it. Keep up the great work!

You may also want to include the following under calendar of events: January 17 – 19, 2011, OkAAA convention Thanks and remember you are always invited. We’ll be go cart racing again this year – hopefully you’ll be able to make it!

Sandy Wells Executive Director OKAAA Edmond, OK Thanks Sandy for the compliments. I’ll be sure to update our calendar page in our printed edition and online.

Also, you can always enter this info on our interactive calendar at agairupdate.com. But, it is always good to send us an email, too.

Maybe I’ll make OK this year. We’ll see.—Bill

friends Pat & Sara Neylan are in Nairobi Hospital. Pat has never missed one

spray season in East Africa in the last 38 years.

The thousands of hours he has logged (and often not logged) dodging the dangers of crop spraying in his Cessna 188 Ag-Wagon feeding billions of mouths from the good work he’s done spraying millions of acres of African crops are too many to worry about. His 24th November birthday would mean the end of his commercial spraying, a dread he shoves to the back of his mind. If it were not for the new regulations like many grey-haired ag-pilots out there, he would still have plenty more years left.

This season he suffered tick fever then Bilhartzia with a few funky tunnel vision problems while rice seeding. He recovered and carried on.

Two weekends ago he pushed an oxygen welding bottle into the back of his pick-up truck and smashed his trigger finger, breaking the bone. He flew three hours to the hospital holding it near the air vent above his head to stop the bleeding and was admitted for one night.

I’m sure he bribed the nurses and escaped the confines of the hospital after one night and went sugar cane

ripening a day later. On Monday 26th July, he flew back to the hospital in Nairobi for a bandage change on his finger.

He was supposed to spray sugar cane on Tuesday, but at the last minute for some reason the spraying was cancelled, so instead he and wife Sara changed plans and took up an invite to go camping in the Masaai Mara Game Reserve with seventeen others to celebrate our family friend Johnny’s 60th birthday.

On Monday night 26th July, they landed their Cessna 185, pitched tents with the rest of the group and were relaxing having a few beers, watching the full moon rise when bandits attacked them with AK-47s.

Pat got shot through his left thigh.

The bullet smashed his right femur. Two bullets went through his left ankle and a fourth took the leather off the toes on his right foot.

Sara collected a burst into her hip which went out her bum removing a huge chunk and Johnny was shot dead.

The rest of the group escaped with a few slaps, the girls were about to be raped, but help arrived with literally minutes to save them. The bandits stole

less than a thousand dollars?

Sara is lying in traction as the hip is shattered and recovery will be long.

Pat has a pin in his right femur, his ankle in plaster. The doctor announced yesterday he will have to lie low for awhile before he can fly low again, but he will get “it up” again !

They are stable and send their regards to all.

Cheers, Russell Neylan Airspray EA, Ltd. Bissel via Kajiado, Kenya Hello Russell; I am very relieved to learn both Sara and Pat are OK, even though with serious injuries. It is a tragedy that we, obviously more so you, live in a world where this type of thing happens (the bandits). Hopefully, the bandits were killed, or at least caught.

Please give my warmest regards and get well soon wishes to Sara and Pat. And, condolences to the family of Johnny. That Pat is one tough character!

Please keep me informed of their progress.—Bill

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mystery ag plane revealed Is it some kind of Stinson?

Continental engine

Tristan Raab Winter Haven, FL It’s the ag version of the de Havilland Beaver.

Jerry Justice The aricraft in question is a modified L-5. Not certain about the lower wings but I believe that they were Luscombe. The engine is a 240 HP Continental.

Russ Walker Brawley, CA Vultee Stinson L-5(modified) Ron Cook Salix, IA It’s a Stinson of some sort, has a Continental radial engine.

Tommy Allen Marianna, AR That is a Stinson L5 with a w670

Kenny Crider Swifton, AR Looks like a Stinson Baylor Bryant

It’s a modified Stinson L-5 known as a Clevenger. It’s got a Luscombe wing for the lower wing and a Continental radial engine.

Chuckyp Stinson L5 with a lower wing addition, not original to the design. Re-engined with a Cont. 225 radial, also not original to the design. Mid 1940s era... mattss70 Someone took an old military Stinson OY-1 or similar, modified fuselage. installed another set of wings along with a ‘round engine’.

Billie Miles Guild, TN

The AgAir Update Mystery Ag-Plane is an L-5 Stinson that was modified by Clevenger of California after World War II. The story goes that Clevenger bought 25 or so of these aircraft while in surplus for about $400 each. The Clevenger modification included a 220 HP Continental radial engine with Luscombe wings added to the bottom. This particular aircraft ended up in Alaska and was used as a fish hauler for the salmon run.

Pete Jones of Air Repair in Cleveland, Mississippi happened up on a float plane pilot during a recent trip to Alaska. While riding right seat with the pilot, Pete was told the story about the Clevenger. The pilot had flown it and when the engine went out the company sent it to a shop in the Lower 48 for overhaul. But, they couldn’t pay the bill for the overhaul, so the airplane was pushed off to the side. It turned out the overhaul shop was Air Repair. The new owner of the aircraft called Pete for advice about it one week after he flew with the float plane pilot. Small world.

The Clevenger was like the Stearman in that is was supposed to be a cheap crop duster conversion. If you know more about this aircraft, please let us know at AgAir Update!

N-66881 is a Stinson L-5 with a Clevenger conversion. The conversion was done after World War II and was nothing more than adding Luscombe 8A wings on the bottom to make it a biplane. The engine is a W-670-6N #1017. It may be the only one left in the world.

Submitted by Pete Jones, Air Repair, Cleveland, Mississippi

Neat photo contest! I believe the airplane is a modified Stinson L-5 (tail and landing gear). It’s been modified with a lower set of wings as well as a radial - I believe a 220hp Continental.

I sure don’t know what the lower set of wings are from, but it sure looks like an L-5 from the tail and from the landing gear struts. Plus, looking how the wing struts are laid out, it sure looks like an L-5 that has been modified with a continental and a lower set of wings. I had a friend that bought a L-5 with a 220 continental and it looked similar (sans lower wings of course), but I would almost bet my house that airplane started life in the Stinson factory as an L-5 prior to modifications.

You know - necessity is the mother of invention. Those guys creating these mods were incredibly resourceful and they were doing it with slide-rules (at best) and eyeball-engineering. While some may think that’s crude I think it shows the beauty of know-how and there is a certain element of that missing today (in society, not ag-flying.

I thing ag is one of the only areas left where know-how matters and that’s

what attracts me to it! That’s my guess!

Great contest I’m a new subscriber and love getting my copy every month!

Thanks for a great publication!

Jim Alsup Overland Park, KS It’s a Clevenger or a L-5 modified.

According to the 337s, built at Salinas, California by Larry Lujan. It is a Stinson L-5 with the 190 HP 6 Cylinder Lycoming removed and a Continental R-670 220 HP installed. They were a mono plane and in about 1952 - 53 they built 20 biplanes by installing Luscombe bottom wings. Only 20 built.

It had either a 1500 pound or a 1750 pound hopper.

Tom Hegy Hartford, WI 943 Stinson L-5 converted by Clevenger Dusters. The bottom wing is from Luscombe and the engine is a 220 HP Continental. The US Army Air Force had some.....I think. Journeyman Pilot and with CAAA and NAAA. Bobby Joe Blythe Hanford, CA

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Se r v in g the Fire A ttack and F orest ry Ai rcraf t I ndust ry FYI

Marc Mullis marc@agairupdate.com

from the cockpit

Changes coming The 2010 summer fire season is more than halfway over. Unless something changes, this season will be the third slow season in a row. The National Preparedness was still at Level 2 on a scale of 1-5 (as of August 1). In comparison, the last two years we were at Level 3 by this time; which is still a low number for a normal year. Three relatively slow years in a row can only mean that we should be in for a doozie of a season in the near future. There have been some pockets of activity around the country: Alaska, as always, was burning in early summer, Texas had an intense run in June and California has got an early start to its season.

Western Canada has so far had one of the hottest seasons in history. On July 31, British Columbia was reporting 163 fires.

The fires in Canada claimed two lives on July 31 when a Conair Convair 580 crashed while fighting a fire. Rescue crews were delayed in reaching the site because the accident started a new fire in the rugged terrain. AgAir Update’s staff offers our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the crew members.

The Convair was manufactured in the mid 1960s as a replacement for the

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Douglas DC-3. The P2-Vs operated by two U.S. vendors came from the same era. A P2-V ran off the runway last month in Colorado due to a hydraulic failure.

There is no evidence that either accident can be attributed to the age of the aircraft, however, the United States Forest Service has decided to retire the heavy air tanker fleet in 2012. As of today, there are no reasonable alternatives on the horizon.

The U.S.F.S. has proposed a fleet of Lockheed C-130 Js equipped with the Mobile Aerial Fire Fighting System (MAFFS). This move would cost more

than 2.5 billion U.S. dollars that is not in the budget. Two private companies have tanked the BAe-146/200 commuter aircraft and are currently doing drop testing. The USFS proposal would have private vendors operate the aircraft while the government owns them. As history has proven, like any other governmentrun program, the longer the control is in place, the more inefficient it will become.

The idea would stop any R&D investment by the private sector. Meanwhile national forests nationwide are lining up to contract SEATs for upcoming fire seasons.

Some, for what I have written in this editorial in the past, have chastised me.

That is great and the American way.

I am happy to know that someone is reading it. Please keep in mind that I only write what I am thinking. What bothers me is they do not have the cajones to reply directly to my comments, but instead always seem to come through a third party. Please send any rebuttals, disagreements or agreements to me at marc@agairupdate.com. They will be reviewed and, if appropriate, printed.

Everyone have a safe and profitable season. I hope to see you in the mountains

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Balkan countries with an impressive firefighting fleet

Macedonian Air Force Mi-17 seen during fire-fighting operations.

Photo by Igor Bozinovski

by Igor Bozinovski One year ago, the Macedonian Air Force joined in the efforts to extinguish the devastating fire that broke out in the early hours of September 30, 2009 in the famous Macedonian Orthodox Church monastery complex St. Jovan Bigorski located in the western part of the Republic of Macedonia. Answering appeals for aerial firefighting assistance, the air force promptly activated two transport helicopter squadron Mi-8/17 helicopters stationed at Petrovec Air Force base near Skopje. Equipped with Bambi Bucket firefighting systems, the two helicopters helped in localizing and extinguishing the wildfire that threatened the monastery complex.

Today, the plan for providing Macedonia’s Protection and Rescue Directorate with aerial firefighting

capabilities has been completed giving the small Balkan country a strategic and above all, dedicated aerial firefighting asset. The international tender for procurement of firefighting aircraft was finalized on March 4, 2009 when Protection and Rescue Directorate signed a contract with the Spanish company Air Tractor Europe S.L. for the acquisition of three US-produced Air Tractor AT802A Fire Boss single-seat amphibious firefighting aircraft. Under a $10.3 million USD contract, all three planes, together with training, accompanying equipment, special tools and spare parts were delivered to the Republic of Macedonia.

The intensive wildfires that rage across the Balkan Peninsula every summer have prompted some countries of the

European region to invest in renewing and expanding their existing aerial firefighting capacities. If one doesn’t exist, a dedicated firefighting fleet will be developed. While Greece remains the leading Balkan aerial firefighting power with a combined fleet of some 12 pistonengine CL-215s, nine CL-415 turboprops and some 20 M-18 Dromaders, all of them operational within the Hellenic Air Force, the Republic of Croatia follows with its air force fleet of six Air Tractor AT-802s and six CL-415s. The last addition to Croatian fleet was a brand new CL-415 that was delivered in February 2010.

On the other side, Montenegro, like Macedonia, opted to join the “club” by establishing its own fleet with three amphibious Air Tractor AT-802A Fire

Boss planes. The small Balkan country already took delivery of two AT-802As in June 2009 and a third is expected to follow.

With Macedonia’s AT-802As in place by the summer of 2010, the joint firefighting fleet of Balkan countries of Greece, Croatia, Montenegro and Macedonia was made of some 60 specialized firefighting planes. This impressive fleet will most likely continue to grow in size and capability in the future if interests of Albania, BosniaHerzegovina, Serbia and Bulgaria for equipping themselves with AT-802 turboprops transforms into further orders for the highly effective fire-bomber.

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Fire on the mountain, lightning in the sky Bill Rose in Tanker 441 building a line around a lightning caused fire on the Rock Slide near Sanderson, Texas.

by Marc Mullis Texas is one big state! Travelers passing through the Lone Star State like to say that once they leave Texas they are surely almost to their destination, wherever it may be. The state is divided into seven geographic regions: The Piney Woods, Gulf Coastal Plain, Brush Country, Hill Country, Panhandle, Cross Timbers and the Trans-Pecos.

Each region is subject to wildfires when environmental conditions like a drought exists. On an average, Texas has about twice the number of acres scorched by wildfire than any other state. The TransPecos Region is more prone to fire than any others. It shares the vast Chihuahua Desert with parts of both New and Old Mexico. Ironically, heavy rainfall in this

normally arid region can lead to some of the worst fire conditions. The rains promote the growth of grass and other fire fuels which when cured by the heat and low humidity provide perfect kindle for a lightning strike or accidental spark.

In the past, the Texas Forest Service (TFS) did not support wildland fire control in the regions of West Texas. In the never-ending reaches of the desert, it had been up to local ranchers and volunteer fire departments to chase the range fires that are inherent to the area.

Steep mountains and treacherous terrain make the job very difficult.

Things have changed over the past few decades

since the TFS now lends its full support to wildland fire control.

Texas is home to two Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) operators, GB Aerial, of Plains, and M&M Air Service, of Beaumont. The TFS has vowed to use these home state vendors whenever the need for SEATs arises. The vow held true in 2008 and 2009 when the two companies helped protect life and property. During these years, the state was suffering through a severe drought and had been issued a declaration signed by President Bush as in a state of emergency. This allowed wildland fire fighting operations to be funded by the

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The 2010 fire season is different; the emergency declaration has been lifted after widespread precipitation in the summer of 2009.

In early 2010, both SEAT companies were given a heads up that current conditions could warrant fire activity around March 1, and they should be ready to respond. As a SEAT pilot for M&M, I arranged to be in West Texas, as did my fellow pilot and friend, Bill Rose.

It was raining on the day Bill arrived in Fort Stockton, an omen perhaps. We would have to wait and see. The next few weeks we experienced an El Nino pattern developing that brought weekly rains and extremely high relative humidity levels. Bill and I stood

SEAT pilot Bill Rose and the author debriefing after a mission on the Iron Mountain fire.

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by patiently, while our biggest decision of the day was where we would have lunch.

The days dragged by with TFS employees telling us our day would come. On a year-to-year basis, each company is given first call status and this was M&M’s time at bat. We were ready.

After a month of the wet, dreary weather, we gave up on having a fire season in West Texas. Bill returned to his home in South Dakota and I went to work on some pending brushwork in the Fort Stockton area. I had a feeling that if the crew got scattered things would dry out.

The El Nino’ pattern continued through April. Like everyone else, I was about to resign that there would be no fire season in Texas. Then May arrived and the El Nino’ went south where it belongs.

Century marks were breached on the thermometer and the afternoon showers dried up. The prolific grass crop went from green to brown; and by late May all we needed was an ignition source.

On Memorial Day I was grilling a steak and watching storm clouds form over the Davis Mountains, sixty miles west of Fort Stockton. I could tell there was virga with very little reaching the ground. Cloud to ground lightning was putting on a show.

While I sat watching nature’s fireworks, my phone rang.

We were on! Numerous fires were raging in the mountains and we needed to be ready immediately. There would be no helicopters or Heavy Air Tankers (HATs), only SEAT aircraft. I knew it would be at least 24 hours before all personnel were in place.

Driver/loaders would have to be flown in, SEAT managers put in place and a dispatcher on the radio before we could go to work.

The first few days were rather hectic as dispatch and aircraft tried to get radios in sync, ground crews struggled to navigate the extreme terrain and decisions being made on which fires had priority. A fire on the western slope

of the mountains was selected. Bill and I went to work on it as numerous structures were threatened. The terrain was very steep and the order was to hold it until ground crews could hike in.

With an eighty-mile ferry, it was a tough job. It got tougher when Bill developed radio problems. He was grounded and I needed help. The decision was made to call in GB Aerial.

GB Aerial’s elite ground crew had loading rigs set up at Marfa, Texas in short order. We began reloads from there. It was much closer to the fire and with four SEAT aircraft, we soon had

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the fire under control. With two reload bases, we became much more versatile to attack any fires that might flare up.

Over the next week, the tempo slowed but the action did not. Numerous “sleeper” fires appeared. These are smolders that fire up when wind, relative humidity and heat combine to cause an ember to ignite. Usually one or two fire retardant loads will take care of them if spotted early enough.

The TFS determined the majority of dry lightning would be on the western slope of the mountains. So, Bill and I moved to Van Horn, Texas. We could not get to the fires if we were on the eastern slope because the daily thunderstorms would block our way.

Van Horn Is a tiny town nestled in the mountains of extreme West Texas.

The shade tree out at the local airport became our tanker base with hand written dispatches the norm. The airport does not have much to offer except a long runway, which is what we needed.

The tempo heated up when we set up in Van Horn, as numerous fires started popping along the mountains. These are serious mountains ranges. One fire of particular interest occurred on a mesa.

The ground crews were unable to access it because of terrain, but the SEATs held it for two days until reinforcements arrived. This is the role where SEATs shine. The fire was not put out by them, but was confined to a controllable area.

The West Texas fire season ended as fast as it had began. Hurricane Alex moved up the Rio Grande Valley and parked over the Big Bend area. Eleven inches of rain in one week ended any chance of more fires. During FEMA years, the firefighting force was huge and it called for a large amount of support personnel. This year the force was much smaller, a lean and mean fighting machine. The job was completed with no structure loss and no injuries.

The summer fire season in West Texas lasted thirty days and was very intense. The fire danger will return and from all indications, it will be heavy again. After Hurricane Alex’s remnants had passed, the monsoon rains set in adding more fuel for the fall and winter fire season. The winter season could be a repeat of the disastrous 2005 winter season. The June fire season was good.

I am on standby and for now I will find something else to do until the next fire call.

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Croatia transforms its sole landbased AT-802A into an amphibian Fire Boss

Croatian Air Force Air Tractor AT-802A Fire Boss, military serial number 896 (S/N 802A-0296) parked in front of Avialsa T-35 S.L. facilities at Valencia International Airport in Spain May 11, 2010 shortly after the successful conversion from the original land-based configuration into the amphibian floats-equipped Fire Boss configuration. (photo Igor Bozinovski)

by Igor Bozinovski The Croatian Air Force (Hrvatsko Ratno Zrakoplovstvo - HRZ) has recently increased its amphibian firefighting fleet by one aircraft. This was achieved by the conversion of a land-based Air Tractor AT-802A (military serial number 896) into an amphibian Air Tractor AT-802A Fire Boss. The extensive conversion work was performed during April and May 2010 by Avialsa T-35 S.L., a Spanish, Valencia-based Part 145 maintenance organization specializing in Air Tractor, Dromader and Cessna aircraft. Engineering drawings and

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parts for the conversion were supplied by south St. Paul, Minnesota-based Wipaire, the manufacturer of the 10000 series amphibious floats customdesigned for the AT-802A and AT-802.

The transformation of M/S/N 896 provided the Croatian Air Force with a single-cockpit, single-engine amphibian firefighting fleet composed of five AT802A Fire Boss turboprops and a dual cockpit Air Tractor AT-802 (M/S/N 896) with the classical landing gear.

The dual cockpit Air Tractor AT-802 is one of two land-based dual cockpit AT802s that became part of the Croatian

Above: Tanker 896 before being outfitted with its Fire Boss floats.

Right: Croatian Air Force pilot’s flight suit patch.

Air Force in 2001.

The Croatian Government’s decision to expand its Air Tractor fleet was executed in November 2007 when Croatian Ministry of Defense signed a $7.6 million Euro contract with Spanish company Air Tractor Europe S.L. for the acquisition of three Air Tractor AT802A Fire Boss single-cockpit turboprop amphibians, appropriate training and equipment.

The first Fire Boss (M/S/N 894) was delivered to Croatia March 2, 2008. The second and third aircraft (M/S/Ns 892 and 893) arrived May 3, 2008. Being extremely satisfied with the fast delivery

of the Fire Bosses and also impressed with their performance and capabilities, the Ministry of Defense signed a $5 million Euro follow-up contract with Air Tractor Europe, S.L. salesman Hugo Arceo in July 2008 for the acquisition of two additional AT-802A single-cockpit aircraft - one amphibian (M/S/N 895) and one land-based (M/S/N 896) that was recently converted into a Fire Boss. The Croatian Air Force fleet of six Air Tractor firefighting aircraft is now operational within the 855 Firefighting Squadron, a dedicated firefighting unit that is based at Zadar-Zamunik Air Force Base.

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Concorde Battery issues bulletin Concorde recently issued Technical Bulletin No. 10 “Parasitic Drain” in response to questions throughout the aviation community about the effect of parasitic drain on battery state of charge. A parasitic drain is an electrical load that takes power from the battery even when the Master Switch or Battery Switch is Off. Examples of loads that cause parasitic drain include clocks, lights, relays, current sensors and power monitoring circuits. If an aircraft is inactive for a length of time, depending on the magnitude of the load, the battery may be depleted within weeks or even days.

Skip Koss, Vice President of Marketing says, “When an aircraft is not in service, a parasitic drain will deplete the battery’s state of charge unless the drain is disconnected.” Mr. Koss explains, “I am concerned about the increasing number of aircraft affected by parasitic drain which can diminish emergency capacity reserves and compromise the safety of pilots and passengers.”

Parasitic loads are present in most modern day aircraft. They are generally low in amperage but because they are continuously present, if an aircraft is inactive for an extended period of time, they can deplete the battery’s capacity and cause the plates to sulfate. Sulfated plates make the battery harder to recharge and over time can lead to a battery that is no longer airworthy and ultimately, premature failure.

One of the inherent dangers is that a battery without enough emergency power reserve can often still start the engine(s). A battery that is no longer airworthy can also cause an AOG event with unexpected expenditures for obtaining an urgent replacement, freight, installation and possibly costs for transportation back and forth to a hotel for overnight accommodations.

To preserve the life of your battery, Concorde recommends measuring the parasitic drain which can be easily accomplished using a standard digital multimeter (DMM) equipped with both

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Second group of Brazilians visit Air Tractor and Lane Aviation Last month, during a week in the U.S., the second annual group of Brazilian ag-pilots visited Air Tractor, Lane Aviation and EAA’s AirVenture. The visit was organized by Lane Aviation and Aeroglobo of Brazil.

The tour began at the world’s largest aviation gathering in Oshkosh, Wisconsin where they viewed thousands of aircraft of all types, the most ancient and rare fighter planes of the last generation, in addition to experimental aircraft, ultra light helicopters, model airplanes, new and used aircraft and parts sales. One of the highlights was the air attack simulations with very real battles of World War II. The group was invited to a delicious barbecue with lots of beer offered by the EAA to all foreign visitors. The return to the hotel after the beer was very exciting with the bus’s microphone used for singing, jokes, ballads and gaucho improvisations.

Upon the arrival at the Houston Airport,

the group was welcomed by Grant Lane.

From there, they traveled to Lane Aviation for a delicious dinner in the hangar.

The next day, the group returned to Lane Aviation to tour the ag operation, maintenance and after-sales support that Lane Aviation offers its customers. During the tour, Air Tractor operators enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere of the staff

at Lane Aviation and went shopping for replacement parts and supplies for their Air Tractors.

The last phase of the tour took the group to the Air Tractor factory in Olney, Texas. The visit at Air Tractor was divided into three stages, a welcome reception, training and a factory tour to see the manufacturing process of an Air Tractor.

At the welcome reception, Leland Snow thanked the group for visiting and made a brief presentation about the history of Air Tractor. He recognized the importance of the Brazilian market for Air Tractor and reported a strong growth in sales has occurred there in recent years.

The Brazilians pilots were excited that they were able to take photos of their aircraft on the production line posing beside Mr. Snow. They also noted the simplicity and functionality of an Air Tractor and the commitment of the company to the operators of its aircraft.

The training module, “Introduction to Air Tractor Aircraft Maintenance” gave the group a basic knowledge of aerodynamics, performance, production, maintenance procedures and characteristics of an Air Tractor. The course, all delivered and documented in Portuguese, was conducted

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Revised methyl parathion cancellation

by Tim Creger Pesticide Program Manager Nebraska Dept. of Agriculture I know I sent out a notice about the cancellation of methyl parathion last fall, but wanted you to have this recent change in cancellation orders and dates. EPA has just published a revised cancellation order for all methyl parathion products sold and used in the U.S. The two remaining registered methyl parathion products are Cheminova Methyl Parathion 4 EC, EPA Registration Number 67760-43, and Penncap-M Microencapsulated Insecticide, EPA Registration Number 70506-193.

The effective date of the cancellations that are subject of this notice is December 31, 2012.

Registrants are prohibited from selling or distributing end-use products as of December 31, 2012, except for end-use products intended for export consistent with the requirements of section 17 of FIFRA, or for proper disposal. Persons

other than the registrants are permitted to sell or distribute end-use products prior to August 31, 2013. All sale and distribution of end-use products shall be prohibited as of August 31, 2013, except for export consistent with section 17 of FIFRA or for proper disposal. Additionally, all use of existing stocks of the enduse products shall be prohibited as of December 31, 2013, except for products intended for export consistent with the requirements of section 17 of FIFRA or proper disposal. Finally, as of the effective date of this cancellation order, any permitted use of existing stocks is expressly conditioned upon such use being consistent with the terms of the previously approved labeling on or that accompanied the cancelled product.

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What happens when a trade (1031 Like-kind Exchange) is involved in the transaction? If you trade your current aircraft for the replacement aircraft in a single transaction then you will not trigger the payment of taxes on any gain realized on the current aircraft, but you need to check the specific circumstances with your tax advisor. The gain realized from the current aircraft will be deferred by reducing the tax basis in the replacement aircraft. The depreciation remaining on the current aircraft (if any)

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The current aircraft must be sold within 180 days of the purchased aircraft date.

You will not take title to the replacement aircraft until the current aircraft sale is closed and therefore depreciation on the replacement aircraft does not begin until the replacement aircraft title is transferred to you. Again, there may be other special conditions so good tax advice is recommended.

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Endosulfan phase-out agreement to protect health of farmworkers and wildlife The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking action to end the use of the pesticide endosulfan because it can pose unacceptable health risks to farmworkers and wildlife and can persist in the environment. A formal Memorandum of Agreement with manufacturers of the agricultural insecticide will result in voluntary cancellation and phase-out of all existing endosulfan uses in the United States. Terminating uses of endosulfan will address its unacceptable risks to agricultural workers and wildlife.

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plus use on ornamental trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants. About 12 other crop uses will end over the following four years. Of these 12, the last 4 endosulfan uses will end on July 31, 2016. The agreement provides extra time for the later uses to phase out so that growers may successfully transition to lower risk pest control strategies, especially where

endosulfan affords significant benefits and few alternatives are available. For all uses except the first ones to phase out, EPA is requiring additional mitigation measures during the phase-out period to minimize worker risks associated with endosulfan use on these crops.

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Thoughts from an El Dorado Many ag pilots are adventurous sorts; new places, new things, new ways of doing what we do are always an exciting prospect and if it means a paycheck, that’s even better. The wheat and corn runs of the Midwest are turning many ag pilots into the “El Dorado” of modern ag-aviation. We leave everything behind, loved ones and possessions, to seek our fortunes in the busy blue skies over the golden fields of Middle America.

Being a pilot for a dual base operation, I find myself flying over the back roads of southwest Kansas from Yuma, Arizona a couple of times year to help the parent command when it needs another airplane and pilot. It’s a good arrangement. The flying folks and steaks in Kansas are some of the best I have ever experienced. If you’ve never had a good Kansas beef steak my friend, your life is not complete.When the boss calls me to Kansas, I’m always sure there are plenty of acres on the books and his freezer is stocked.

As an ag-pilot who is subjected to last minute notices to fly, I have a routine as the time approaches. First off, I’m fortunate to have a good and supportive wife. She understands the requirements of the job and the nomad barnstormer spirit that overtakes me as the summer season approaches. She maintains the home front, keeps all the

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ends tied together and somehow works out a way to drive halfway across the country to share the experience. She’s smarter than I am, she can type with both hands and do math without a calculator. That qualifies as genius in my book. Any success that I have, I owe to her.

In preparation for a cross country, I visit AOPA’s web site and print off the knee board format of airports along the way, fuel stops and possible diversions. I enter the lat’ longs’ in the SATLOC waypoints application as a back up and make sure I have current charts. I use a Garmin 460. I have noticed more and more ag pilots are using portable GPS units in their aircraft, as well as cell phone interface units. Some have real-time weather updates and XM radio piped into their helmets. Old timer duster pilots must think we are spoiled. We are.

Good navigation and communication is imperative and a guy should have as many resources as he can get. I try to work my charts, compass and wristwatch as I go along. It passes the time on long trips. I believe a pilot should practice his deductive reckoning skills whenever possible. Technology is good, but gadgets have a way of failing. Keeping the old reliable methods sharp and ready is good practice and cheap insurance.

Before departing, I make sure the

aircraft is clean, calibrated and in good working order for the type of work that the host operation expects. It wouldn’t do to show up with a dirty airplane that isn’t ready to get into the fight when the wheels touch the ground. If an operator is willing to share his seasonal bread and butter, you’d better come to the table prepared to dig in and get busy.

This year Chuck Halzworth of Halzworth’s Flying Service invited Tri-Rotor’s AT- 402 and me to come to Illinois to fly.

Chuck commands a model operation from his home strip in Virden, Illinois which serves as the southern point of a forty-mile plus triangle that includes an outback strip and a public airport, all situated amid a sea of head high corn that stretches to the horizons.

As one of many pilots present, I was amazed at the choreography and management of moving and working all the aircraft and crew members. It was a hectic pace that ran smoothly and efficiently, even when the inevitable malfunction or mistake took place.

It was cyclic operations; airplanes were flowing through the loading area in a rapidly moving line while others took off and landed within seconds of each other. An aerial campaign, the peak of which saw the equivalent of an entire squadron of airplanes working out of all three operating bases. My hat is off to Chuck, who can stay on top of that much activity and still smile at the end of the day.

The peak of the campaign was over almost as quickly as it started. Orders to take off to other places came quick.

It was back to Arizona for a brief job and what I thought would be the end of the adventure, but as is the nature of the business, no sooner than the exhaust stacks began to cool, the call came in to hot foot it to Kansas to help out with an unexpected run.

Fortunately, a big Kansas steak had my name on it when I got there. What a great job! What a wonderful life!

Total fire loss in Arkansas

WEST HELENA — August 6, 2010, the center hangar at the West Helena, Arkansas airport was completely destroyed by fire. The hangar housed both Crowley Ridge Aviation, Inc. and South Delta Aviation. Crowley Ridge Aviation lost its C-172, all shop equipment and all of the parts inventory. South Delta Aviation lost seven aircraft, its shop and parts inventory.

Bruce Hayes of Crowley Ridge Aviation has been running a tally of the losses for Crowley Ridge Aviation with the insurance company. He estimates losses to exceed a million dollars.

Darryl Riddell of South Delta Aviation confirmed his losses and said they amounted to over $2 million. The company has moved into a nearby hangar on the airport and will continue to do business as South Delta Aviation.

“Metal and tools can be replaced, but logbooks, notes, pictures and those sorts of things are priceless, not to mention the memories”, tells Bruce. His sons learned to drive and fly at the airport, as well as grew up in the hangar. “We have mourned the loss of friends over a cold beer on a few occasions here, as well. Heck, 34 years in this shop is a long time and for some a lifetime. I have ordered more tooling and equipment to continue my in-thefield wing inspections on Thrush and Air Tractors, balance props and on site PT6 engine work as Hayes Aircraft, LLC. I think I am too far along in life to start another shop,” says Bruce. Hayes Aircraft, LLC should be available for services sometime in September. If anyone needs to contact Bruce, they can call 870-995-1875, or e-mail jotc48@hotmail.com.

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The spiritual weapon of prayer “Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints” (Ephesians 6:18). Every Christian needs to realize that the ultimate purpose of prayer is to get God’s will done—not our own will.

Prayer is a strong offensive weapon that Christians can use at any time and in any place. We can circle the earth in a manner of seconds, praying for missionaries, friends and family.

Christians do not always know how to pray properly because we can’t see or know the future. Many things will come into our lives that we cannot anticipate; only by praying according to the will of the Holy Spirit can we pray for the future of ourselves and other people. “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but

the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. And He who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with God’s will” (Romans 8:26-27).

When facing overwhelming odds from the Ethiopian army, King Asa, prayed, “O Lord it is nothing for You to help with many or with them that have no power: Help us O Lord our God; for we rest on You” (2 Chronicles14:11). The Lord struck down the Ethiopians before King Asa and Judah (2 Chronicles 14:11-12). Jonathan prayed to God, “If You want to deliver the Philistines to Israel today You don’t need the whole army, all You need is one man.” God used Jonathan to rout the Philistine army (Read I Samuel 13-14).

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Sennacherib, King of Assyria, sent King Hezekiah a message saying that he was going to destroy Jerusalem, but Hezekiah prayed, “Now, O Lord our God, deliver us from Sennacherib’s hand, so that all kingdoms on earth may know that You alone, O Lord, are God” (2 Kings 19:19).

An angel of the Lord destroyed 185,000 troops of Sennacherib’s army (2 Kings 19:35), and he went back to Nineveh (read 2 Kings 18-19). When Christians

get their mind on what God can do for them, they will quit wasting their time trying to fight spiritual battles with fleshly weapons. “The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world.

On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds” (2 Corinthians 10:4).

William Tyndale told some preachers, “If God will spare my life, before many years pass, I will cause a boy that drives the plow to know more of the Scripture than you do.” Johann Gutenberg invented the printing press in the 1450s, and William Tyndale used this new invention to produce the first ever mechanicallyprinted New Testament in the English language in 1525-26, which was punishable by death. Tyndale’s English translation so infuriated King Henry VIII

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Tyndale’s last words were, “Lord, open the eyes of the King of England.”

In 1604 King James appointed 54 Bible scholars to translate the best Greek and Hebrew text and print an English Bible. The King James Bible was published in 1611.

Tyndale’s words account for over 80 percent of the King James New Testament and over 75 percent of the Old Testament books he translated. Over four hundred years later, many Christians

still use the version published in 1611.

God answered Tyndale’s prayer; God opened the eyes of the King of England.

Prayer was one of the spiritual weapons that Tyndale used to accomplish God’s mission for his life. The prayers of faithful men and women have given Christians the opportunity to know the Bible as well as any preacher—if they have the desire to study.

Paul wrote, “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior” (1Timothy 2:1-3).

Paul tells us that every nation and every leader that has ever existed has been ordained by God (Romans 13:1) —no government leader is there by accident.

Every Christian needs to realize that God raises up kings and also brings them down…God is sovereign ruler over every nation on this earth, and He sets over them anyone He wishes (2 Kings 19:15, Daniel 2:21, 5:21). We can’t understand all of God’s sovereign purposes, but God has given us the power of prayer to work within His will. If we want America to change for the better, the best way

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The success rate for changing government actions would increase dramatically if every Christian in the USA would spend more time praying for government leaders to do what’s best for our nation. Most of the time we can’t get our government leaders to listen to our words or read our letters, but we know

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Hip hop and ag flying On a lighter note: I got a phone call from a former student and now a good friend, Dan Farmer. Dan has a new hypothesis on why some airframes of ag planes have a shorter life span than others. Dan is a retired airline captain who has started his own flying service in Oklahoma. His theory is that pilots who listen to hip-hop-rap-crap on their iPod while flying have a tendency to pull too many Gs when exiting a field and in the turns. He may have a point there, but the truth is, I really kinda doubt that there are very many ag pilots who listen that stuff.

I talked to another former student and now also a good friend, Jeff Bertrand out in “big ole West Texas.” He seems to think that Dan may be right. This rap-crap probably short-circuits the synapses of the brain and makes them do stupid things like wearing their pants so low that the crotch

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of their pants are at their knees and they have to walk around with your left hand holding their pants up and balancing their boom box on their shoulder with their right hand.

Truth be known and I have touched on this subject in previous In My Opinion articles, a competent, professional, ag pilot does not pull excessive Gs when working a field. Those pilots who do try to climb trees and make low flat turns such that they have to haul back hard on the stick to turn the airplane around, are putting a much greater wing loading on their airplane than is necessary and thereby greatly shrinking the life span of the airframe. If you take a wire coat hanger and bend it back and forth enough times, it will eventually break... same thing with your airplane.

In My Opinion, a comfortable climbing, arc turn during the secondary turn back

towards the field is faster and much safer than making a high-G flat turn. Besides shortening the life of the airframe, you are approaching an accelerated stall, which can result in the airplane instantly and with little or no warning, roll to the opposite side of the balance ball... and that may not be recoverable.

Keep in mind, when you turn an airplane beyond a 45-degree bank, in essence, the elevator becomes the rudder and the rudder becomes the elevator. When this occurs, you can turn tighter and still be safe as long as you do not pull to the point of approaching a stall and you keep the ball in the middle.

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Update on EPA water permits for pesticides NAAA attended a meeting August 4 at the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Water and received an update on the new policy EPA is promulgating requiring water permits, also known as NPDES or National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, for pesticides

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made over or near water. EPA closed the public comment period for its draft water permit July 19. The Agency received approximately 700 comments, including 25 in excess of 15 pages (NAAA’s comments were 20 pages).

James A. Hanlon, the Director of the

Office of Wastewater Management in EPA’s Office of Water, stated that if an NPDES general water permit for pesticides is not developed by a state government, pesticide applicators in that state falling under the conditions of the permit as developed by EPA could be in violation. NAAA inquired what an applicator should do in this situation and it was suggested by Hanlon that an applicator attempt to obtain an individual NPDES permit. Individual permit requirements vary by state. They are more time-consuming and difficult to obtain, if they can be obtained at all. They are open to public comment, can require effluent limitations, and, at a minimum, can take a number of months to obtain.

For example, the state of Washington’s individual permit requirements will inform permit applicants in writing whether their application is complete within 60 days of receipt.

One industry expert suggested that if an applicator foresees falling under a pesticide general permit’s requirements, it might be in his/her best interest to send a series of certified letters to the state water agency inquiring of its interest in obtaining a general permit to apply pesticides. If that state does not intend to follow the EPA pesticide permit system, the applicator would at least have displayed a good faith effort to comply with the permit in the event a citizen suit is filed against the applicator for not having a permit.

EPA states it is still on target to finalize its draft permit by December, and Hanlon said that the Agency will not go back to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit to obtain an extension beyond the April 9, 2011, deadline the Court set for permits to be required for pesticide applications to water.

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Blanche Lincoln (D-Ark.) and Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.), the Chairwoman and Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, have introduced legislation that would overturn the Sixth Circuit decision by amending the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) so that no permit shall be required for the use of a pesticide that is registered or otherwise authorized for use under FIFRA. This article was published with the permission from the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA). To join NAAA visit www.agaviation.org or call

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Darrell Frey of California passes away Darrell Frey, 64, died August 3, 2010 in Visalia, CA. Retired in 2003, Frey was a longtime managing partner of Lakeland Dusters Aviation in Corcoran, CA. He was also a former NAAA board member from 1998-2003. Frey received the California Agricultural Aircraft Association’s Baldwick Award for outstanding contributions to the association, of which he was a lifetime member. Frey held a Bachelor’s degree in agricultural business from Fresno State University. Services will be held August 12, 2010 at Corcoran District Cemetery. Frey is survived by his wife, son, daughter and two grandchildren.

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by Lou Stokes Golf Tournament Director The 29th Annual National Agricultural Aviation Museum & Hall of Fame golf tournament isn’t far a way. It’s time to start making arrangements for attending and donations. Come join the fun October 8-10, 2010 in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The host hotel is the Whispering Woods Conference Center and golf will be played at the Plantation Golf Club and Cherokee Village Golf Club. All proceeds from this event go to support the agriculture aviation portion of the museum in Jackson, Mississippi. I am asking you to join in this year by attending, making a cash donation and/or by sending a prize for the golf tournament. Over the past years, we have been able to donate close to $200,000.00 to help support the agricultural aviation portion of the museum. Each year we have increased our donation and that is largely due to the allied industries’ generous support of this function.

If you don’t play golf, we have several who attend just for the fellowship and have a great time. Help make this annual event a special one by sending your entry to attend and/or a donation.

Our goal this year is to send a donation of $10,000.00 to the museum. We need your help to do this. All donations will be listed on the program, on a board posted at the event and afterwards in the NAAA magazine and AgAir Update.

In order for your donation to be listed on the program it must be received no later than October 1, 2010. For entry fees and your, tax deductible donation, make a check out to: NAA Museum & Hall of Fame Golf Tournament and mail it to: NAA Golf Tournament c/o Lou Stokes 1373 Hwy 149 S. Earle, Arkansas 72331. If you have any questions, please call 870-792-7474. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at the tournament.

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William Alan East, age 41, of Wichita Falls, Texas, lost his life Sunday afternoon, August 8, 2010, while crop dusting in Platte County, Nebraska.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 13, 2010, at the First Baptist Church in Amory, Mississippi, with Dr. Jim Futral, Executive DirectorTreasurer of the Mississippi Baptist Convention, and Dr. Allen Simpson, Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Amory, officiating. Interment will follow on the family farm located at 1646 Highway 334, Oxford, Miss.

Visitation will be Thursday, August 12, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the home of Van and Dot East, located at 1819 Hwy. 25 North in Amory, Mississippi.

A memorial celebration and BBQ dinner is planned for August 21 at 6 p.m. at the Air Tractor factory in Olney, Texas.

Casual dress. Those who plan to attend are requested to reply to Sarah Dixon sdixon@airtractor.com or 940-564-5616.

Alan was born in Amory, Mississippi, on June 23, 1969, to Van P. East, Jr. and Dorothy Vinson East. He attended Amory

Public Schools before graduating from Chickasaw Academy. He graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1996 with a degree in Criminal Justice and minors in Military and Political Sciences.

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Alan and his wife, Kara, were married on December 20, 1998, and they made their home in Wichita Falls, Texas, where they were members of Rephidim Church.

Alan was a professional pilot, working as a test pilot for Air Tractor, Inc. in Olney, Texas, as well

Leland and Nancy Snow of Wichita Falls; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Kristin and Trevor Edwards of Wichita Falls; brother-in-law, Michael Aulds, Sr. of Archer City; and six nieces and nephews, Van East, IV, Kingsley East, Alexandra Aulds, Michael Aulds, Jr., Abby Aulds and Brennan Edwards.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Lou Anne “Pebbles” East Aulds, who passed away on August 17, 2007.

Donations may be made in Alan’s memory to the Professional Aerial Applicators Support System (PAASS), which is a safety program for pilots

sponsored by the National Agricultural Aviation Association (www.agaviation. org).

Make checks payable to NAAREF (National Agricultural Aviation Research & Education Foundation) and mail to: NAAA, 1005 E Street, SE, Washington, D.C., 20003-2847. Please write on memo: “Alan East Memorial Donation.”

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ntsb reports NTSB Identification: *CEN10CA321* Date: June 08, 2010 Location: Orange, TX Aircraft: CESSNA A188B Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot attempted to takeoff in the tail-wheel equipped agricultural airplane with a full load of chemical in the hopper and a full load of fuel. During the takeoff roll the airplane swerved to the left and the pilot was unable to arrest the swerve.

The airplane exited off the left side of the runway and impacted a taxiway sign followed by the collapse of the left main landing gear. The airplane came to rest in an upright position alongside the runway and the pilot was able to exit unassisted. Following the accident the airplane was examined. Reportedly, a loose left landing gear attachment bolt was found, which allowed the left wheel to pivot out of alignment during the takeoff roll.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA353* Date: June 14, 2010 Location: Penrose, AR Aircraft: AT-602 Injuries: 1 Minor.

According to the pilot, while approx.

75 feet above the ground, the turbine powered airplane experienced a loss of engine power. Unable to reach a cotton field, the pilot performed a forced landing to a wet rice field. The airplane impacted a dirt mound, nosed over, and came to rest in an inverted position. The pilot was able to exit unassisted.

A FAA inspector responded to the accident site. The inspector reported that airplane’s fuselage sustained structural damage during the accident. The airplane was recovered to secure storage for further examination.

NTSB Identification: *ERA10CA313* Date: June 16, 2010 Location: Mayfield, KY Aircraft: Schweizer G-164B Injuries: 1 Serious.

According to the pilot, he was conducting a short-field landing as part of a FAA Part 137 agricultural certification flight.

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runway 36, his airspeed and altitude were appropriate. Upon initial contact with the runway, the airplane bounced and the pilot corrected the airplane pitch to slightly nose-down and continued the landing sequence. After contacting the runway again, the airplane entered an excessive nose-down attitude, which the pilot tried to correct by pulling aft on the flight controls. The airplane continued to nose over and came to rest inverted, substantially damaging the empennage, forward fuselage, and wings. The pilot did not report any mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airplane. He noted that his total flight experience was approx. 374 hours; of which, about 25 hours were in the same make and model as the accident airplane. The winds reported at an airport 20 miles northwest of the accident location, about the time of the accident, were calm.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10CA343* Date: June 19, 2010 Location: Virden, IL Aircraft: AT-402B Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot of the aerial application flight attempted a takeoff on runway 27 (2640 feet by 100 feet, turf) during which the airplane hit a bump 2/3 down the runway, became airborne and then descended into a corn field. The airplane impacted the cornfield upright and sideways resulting in a deformed fuselage and substantial damage. The pilot stated in his recommendation not to takeoff at a heavy weight on a wet runway.

NTSB Identification: *WPR10CA314* Date: June 23, 2010 Location: Rickreall, OR Aircraft: BELL 206B

Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot reported that during an application flight the engine lost power due to fuel exhaustion. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical abnormalities with the engine or airframe. The helicopter’s fuel system was not inspected by the NTSB or the FAA because the helicopter was in the process of being disassembled prior to the NTSB or FAA being notified of the accident.

NTSB Identification: *ERA10LA348* Date: July 05, 2010 Location: Marion, KY Aircraft: Robinson Helicopter R44 Injuries: 1 Fatal.

According to a witness, the pilot was conducting aerial spray operations in a corn field at the time of the accident.

He watched as the helicopter took off

and flew to the edge of the field to begin a chemical application. As he turned away he heard a loud “pop”, and turned around to see the origin of the noise.

He watched as the helicopter became entangled in a guy wire, before colliding with the ground. The helicopter burst into flames, and there was no movement of the pilot in the cockpit.

The pilot, age 55, most recent FAA medical examination was conducted on 9/7/09, for a second-class medical certificate with limitations for lenses for distance vision.

The helicopter was powered by a Lycoming IO-540, 250-horsepower engine. The hour meter was destroyed by post crash fire and the current airframe hours could not be determined. There were no aircraft logbooks available for review. Examination of the helicopter revealed that the helicopter collided with a guy wire before colliding with the ground. Flight control continuity was confirmed from the cockpit through the tail rotor system and from the cockpit cyclic and collective controls through the main rotor head. The airframe and flight control system components revealed no evidence of preimpact mechanical malfunction.

NTSB Identification: *WPR10CA332* Date: July 06, 2010 Location: Garfield, WA Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT-301 Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot reported to the FAA that he ran out of fuel while spraying crops and initiated a forced landing into a field.

The pilot stated that he landed hard and the engine was separated from the airframe and subsequently broke in half. The airplane’s fuselage and wing were substantially damaged. Despite numerous attempts to contact the pilot, at the time this report was written, the pilot has not responded to the NTSB investigator-in-charge or submitted a completed NTSB pilot/operator 6120.1 form.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10CA395* Date: July 10, 2010 Location: Roswell, NM Aircraft: BELL OH-58A Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

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According to a statement from the pilot, he was conducting aerial application when the airplane struck power lines along his route of flight. The pilot performed a forced landing to an open field shortly thereafter. According to the FAA inspector, the fuselage was buckled between the cabin and the empennage, the upper portion of the rudder separated from the vertical stabilizer, and the outboard portion of the right wing was crushed, torn, and bent aft.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN10CA402* Date: July 13, 2010 Location: Independence, IA Aircraft: GRUMMAN G-164B Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

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In doing so, the airplane contacted the corn which was seven feet high and the airplane was pulled down into the field. Substantial damage resulted to the lower wings and the main landing gear mounting truss.

NTSB Identification: *ERA10LA362* Date: July 15, 2010 Location: Rowley, MA Aircraft: Garlick Helicopters OH-58A+ Injuries: 2 Uninjured.

The pilot stated that he was performing an aerial application when the low rotor rpm audio warning sounded. The collective was lowered and the rpm returned to normal. The pilot elected to fly the helicopter for another 30 minutes to ensure normal operation, and the helicopter operated normally.

Shortly thereafter, while in cruise flight, at approx. 200 feet agl, the low rotor rpm audio warning sounded again.

The collective was lowered to restore rotor rpm, but the engine went into a “full fuel” condition. The collective was increased to “load” the engine and rotors to prevent an over-speed. This attempt had no noticeable effect, and

subsequently, the throttle was rolled to idle and an autorotation was performed.

The helicopter landed hard into a salt marsh.

Flight control continuity was confirmed from the cockpit through the tail rotor system, and from the cockpit cyclic and collective controls through the main rotor head. Further examination of the helicopter revealed that the high speed governor bearing failed. The governor was removed for further examination.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA418* Date: July 19, 2010 Location: Clyde, OH Aircraft: CESSNA A188B Injuries: 1 Serious.

According to the operator, the pilot was on the 4th spray pass of that flight when the airplane impacted a grain auger and terrain. The airplane came to rest upright and the pilot exited the airplane. The pilot stated to a witness who responded to the accident that the airplane engine lost power.

Examination of the airplane revealed the left wing was bent and twisted, the fuselage was fragmented, and the right wing was bent. The engine was retained for further examination.

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NTSB Identification: *WPR10LA365* Date: July 21, 2010 Location: Prescott, WA Aircraft: SCHWEIZER G-164B Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

A G-164B collided with a fence during an aborted takeoff from a dirt strip.

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take-off from the refueling and loading area when it collided with a Piper 18A single-engine land airplane, which was unoccupied and parked on the ramp directly in front of the S2R. During the collision, the operating propeller on the S2R ruptured the recently refueled tanks of the Piper, there was an immediate explosion, and both airplanes became engulfed in flames. The pilot exited the burning wreckage unassisted and witnesses helped extinguish the flames on the pilot.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA420* Date: July 21, 2010 Location: Toulin, IL Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR-401 Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

An Air Tractor AT-401 sustained substantial damage during a forced landing in a cornfield after a loss of engine power near Toulon, Illinois. The pilot was not injured.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA431* Date: July 24, 2010 Location: Rochester, MN Aircraft: BELL 47G-4A Injuries: 1 Fatal.

On July 24, 2010 a Bell 47G-4A sustained substantial damage when it impacted the terrain while maneuvering at low altitude near Rochester, MN. The pilot was fatally injured. The agricultural flight was en route to a field to continue spraying the field when the accident occurred.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA422* Date: July 22, 2010 Location: McCook, NE Aircraft: AERO COMMANDER S2R Injuries: 1 Serious.

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An Air Tractor AT-602 sustained substantial damage when it impacted the terrain after a loss of engine power while maneuvering at low altitude near Galesburg, Illinois. The agricultural flight was spraying a field when the airplane experienced the loss of power. The pilot received minor injuries.

NTSB Identification: *ERA10LA379* Date: July 28, 2010 Location: Newport, TN Aircraft: Garlick Helicopters OH-58A+ Injuries: 1 Minor.

According to the pilot’s written statement, he performed a normal preflight inspection and found no problems with the helicopter. He then completed a normal start procedure and increased rpm to 100% flight idle. The pilot was about to increase collective, when he felt a violent shake, heard a loud noise, and the helicopter began to come apart. He then saw the transmission and rotor blades on the ground in front of helicopter. He subsequently shut off the engine and exited the helicopter.

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NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA450* Date: July 29, 2010 Location: Montezuma, IN Aircraft: Cessna T188C Injuries: 1 Uninjured.

The pilot reported that while en route to the field to be sprayed there was total loss of engine power and the windshield became obscured with engine oil. The pilot immediately turned into the wind and setup for an off-field landing into a corn field. The airframe was substantially damaged during landing when the left landing gear collapsed and the left wing impacted the terrain.

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NTSB Identification: *ERA10LA383* Date: July 29, 2010 Location: Holly Hill, SC Aircraft: HILLER UH-12E Injuries: 1 Serious.

The pilot stated that he was performing an aerial application flight when the engine rpm suddenly went to idle. He said that because of the low operating altitude he immediately conducted an autorotation. The helicopter collided

with a tree before coming to rest on the ground. Flight control continuity was confirmed from the cockpit through the tail rotor system, and from the cockpit cyclic and collective controls through the main rotor head. Further examination of the helicopter revealed that fuel was present in the fuel tank. The helicopter was recovered from the wooded area for further examination.

NTSB Identification: *CEN10LA455* Date: July 31, 2010 Location: Kountze, TX Aircraft: GARLICK OH-58A Injuries: 1 Serious.

The pilot reported the helicopter swerved side to side, then the engine lost power.

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GE Aviation makes strides with H80 engine certification and enhances its Customer Connect initiative GE Aviation’s Business & General Aviation Turboprops continues its efforts in certifying its new H80 turboprop engine and growing its services and customer support network.

“The Business & General Aviation Turboprop team has made great progress in the first half of this year,” said Paul Theofan, president and managing executive of GE Aviation’s Business & General Aviation Turboprops. “The new H80 turboprop engine has exceeded 800 shaft horsepower in testing and the specific fuel consumption is better than we anticipated. We have expanded the service and customer support network in North America and are looking to do the same in South America.”

The H80 engine began certification testing in March at the Business & General Aviation Turboprops facility near Prague in the Czech Republic.

Five development engines will take part in certification testing. The H80 engine has completed component and accessory functional tests, including testing of the propeller gearbox and the new single-acting prop governor system. The engine hot section validation testing has completed 6,500 cycles. The 150-hour endurance test will happen in September. EASA engine certification is anticipated later this year, along with first flight on the Thrush 510 aircraft.

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family. The H80 engine combines the elegant, robust design of M601 engine with GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a more powerful, fuel-efficient, durable engine compared with the M601 engine, with no recurrent fuel nozzle inspections and no hot section inspection. The H80 engine will also feature an extended service life of 3,600 flight-hours or 6,600 cycles between overhauls, significantly enhanced hot-day takeoff performance and high-altitude cruise speeds. The H80 will provide the option of a single-or dual-acting governor, allowing customers flexibility in propeller selection.

The Business & General Aviation Turboprops team also signed agreements to expand its customer

service and support offerings. Premier Turbines is the Designated Repair Center in North and South America for M601 and H80 turboprop engines and offers heavy repair services, exchange engines and rentals, line replacement unit (LRU) rotable pools and field service support to current M601 and future H80 customers. Smyrna Air Center near Nashville, Tennessee, Cascade Aircraft Conversions in Washington State and Winnipeg River Aircraft in Manitoba, Canada, are Authorized Service Centers for M601 and H80 engine families and offer comprehensive line maintenance, removals and re-installations of engines and LRUs and engine spares.

In March, GE Aviation held its first M601E training courses at its Customer Technical Education Center

in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Air Transport Authority (ATA) level III course includes classroom and hands-on training for line maintenance mechanics and aircraft operators.

GE Aviation is enhancing its customer and product support for business and general aviation engine operators with its Customer Connect initiative.

“While GE’s engines have proven to be extremely reliable and durable in the field, Customer Connect further addresses our business and general aviation customers’ need for quick, personalized customer and product support,” said Laura Schreibeis, customer support director for GE Aviation’s Business and General Aviation organization. “We launched the Customer Connect initiative early this year and are focused on areas our customers have highlighted during my visits as key to their operations. Our goal is to expand our processes and services to exceed our customers expectations.”

Customer Connect is focused on five key areas: 1. Comprehensive training: Ensuring customers have access to the latest engine manuals. Providing maintenance training support at GE’s world-class Customer Technical Education Centers (CTEC) located around the world, including M601 turboprop training that recently began at the CTEC facility in

Cincinnati, Ohio.

2. Personal customer touch: Establishing and strengthening proactive relationships with customers and airframers. Hosting regional call-in sessions with customers over the new few months.

Ensuring customers know about GE Aviation’s Business Jet Operations Center, which answers calls 24/7, and mobile repair teams that can be quickly dispatched for assistance.

3. Rapid response resolution: Improving customer response and resolution rates. In June, the team achieved a 98 percent response rate to customer requests, and parts for an aircraft on the ground can be sent within 4½ hours of the customer’s request.

4. Predictive diagnostics: Providing diagnostics services based on data to alert customers to performance issues before they become significant problems. GE is expanding from engine diagnostics to include aircraft system diagnostics with Integrated Vehicle Health Management systems.

5. Long-term service agreements: Offering customized service solutions tailored to meet the needs of business and general aviation operators and providing the assurance our customers demand.

“GE Aviation’s has an outstanding customer and product support infrastructure in place to serve its diverse markets,” explained Schreibeis. “The Customer Connect initiative will build upon these offerings and tailor them to the needs of our business and general aviation customers to ensure they have the best support services available.”

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N5B makes first flight in China

by Yang Jiangshan Project Manager, Jiangxi Hongdu Aviation Industry Co., Ltd., Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province, P.R. China NANCHANG, CHINA — Chinese aircraft manufacturer, Avic Hongdu on July 20, 2010 successfully completed the first flight of its serial number 003 N5B agforestry aircraft at Nanchang. The flight represents the significant progress of this new generation of aircraft for China.

After completing

two high-speed taxis, Chief Pilot and Deputy General Manager of Changjiang General Aviation Company, Wang Quan, executed the first takeoff of S/N 003 at 16:12. Two rounds of the airport circuit were completed lasting 18 minutes.

Hongdu Corporation is the sole producer of the N5B. The design of the Chinese N5B aircraft started in September of 2005. In January of 2006, Hongdu officially applied to Airworthiness Division of CAAC for

an airworthiness certificate. During 2006-2010, representatives of the Airworthiness Division inspected the aircraft’s flying load, ground load, structure strength and operating systems.

S/N 003 N5B’s manufacture was based on S/N 001, which took its first flight in Nanchang on July 9, 2008. S/N 002 was part of the experimental version for the final development of S/N 003, which has been modified to improve the manufacturability and operational maintenance of the aircraft. In doing so, the newer design is stronger.

The N5B design is taken from the N5A, an older generation

Chief Pilot Want Quan with N5B after successfully completing 18-minute test flight in Nanchang, China.

Chief Pilot Wang Quan boarding N5B aircraft for test flight.

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N5 powered by a Lycoming IO-720-D1B engine. It is expected that the N5B will be able to obtain a Type Certificate issued by CAAC and thereafter be officially produced and sold.

The N5B aircraft has advantages over the N5A of more power, larger payload, well-distributed spreading, capable of operating at high altitudes and a heavier takeoff weight. This makes the N5B ideal for agricultural use, as well as forestry applications.

Chief Pilot Wang Quan said, “With S/N 003, I was feeling good about the aircraft’s capabilities from the taxi to the end of the flight.”

Mr. Wang Yijin, chief commander of S/N 003 said, “The aircraft flew well.

N5B passes overhead in Nanchang, China.

Our pilot made a safe and successful flight, a job well done.”

Mr. Li Youhe, chief designer of the N5B said, “The aircraft took off and landed very smoothly. The overall aerodynamic attitude of the aircraft was good. S/N 003 is basically the same as S/N 001.

There are only two differences. One difference is S/N 003 has a radio altimeter, while S/N 001 does not. The

other difference is that we removed from S/N 003 the problems of stability and uneasiness while operating and maintaining it.

The N5B is powered by a Walter M601-F turboprop engine manufactured

by Czech Republic-based GE Aviation with a 777 SHP takeoff rating and 670 SHP continuous operation rating. The cruise airspeed of the N5B is 237 km/h (147 mph) with a stall speed of 98 km/h (60 mph). Its gross weight is 2,348 kg (5,176 pounds) with an empty weight of 1604 kg (3,536 pounds), resulting in a useful load of 744 kg (1,640 pounds). Its wingspan is 15 meters (49.2 feet) with a height of 4.75 meters (15.5 feet) and a length of 12.82 meters (42 feet). The hopper’s volume is 1.6 cubic meters (422.6 gallons).

N5B rolling down runway on initial takeoff.

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Thrush Aircraft, Inc. announces DNA type certification on the S2R-T34 510 Thrush in Argentina “Thrush Aircraft is proud to introduce our most popular model aircraft to Argentina.

We are excited about the addition of our product line and product support department to the agricultural aviation community in Argentina,” said Payne Hughes, President of Thrush Aircraft.

“This is a significant milestone for Thrush, opening a target market that has been demanding for a new, high-performance aircraft like the 510 Thrush.”

Thrush Aircraft 510 Turbo Thrush; model S2R-T34 has a hopper capacity of 1,930 liters, and comes standard with the robust Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG 750 SHP engine. The 510 Thrush features a 29,000 hour wing spar life with no mandatory inspections on the wing spars.

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corrosion, rugged 4130 steel fuselage, cockpit roll cage and tough fiberglass canopy and hopper. The 510 Thrush also features the wide-stance landing gear, capable of absorbing full loads on short or rough strips.

The 510 Turbo Thrush offers an extensive standard equipment list, as well as options to match every operation. With this certification, Thrush Aircraft plans to begin customer deliveries immediately for the upcoming spray season.

Thrush Aircraft is a U.S. aircraft manufacturer located in Albany, GA. It currently manufactures the Thrush series of aircraft, with hopper capacities ranging from 1,930 to 2,688 liters. For more information on our products, please visit our website at www.thrushaircraft. com or contact Eric Rojek, Vice President of Sales, at 229-883-1440 or erojek@ thrushaircraft.com.

aeromedical advisory Frederick E. Tilton, M.D. FAA Federal Air Surgeon

Respecting the laws of gravity The Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) may be changing the face of aviation technology, but the human body’s reaction to the everpresent, accelerative force of gravity is a constant. Described in units of “G,” this force causes a constant acceleration of 32 feet-per-second squared. A pilot in a steep turn may experience forces of acceleration equivalent to many times the force of gravity. This is especially true in military fighter jets and highperformance aerobatic aircraft where the acceleration forces may be as high as nine Gs. Air race pilots in a tight pylon turn also experience high G-forces, but the important thing to remember is that any aircraft operated in a maximumperformance profile will subject the pilot to acceleration that is greater than the one G acceleration encountered on the ground. Pilots need to understand this to successfully master flying.

types of acceleration There are three types of acceleration: Linear Acceleration involves a change of speed in a straight line. This type occurs during takeoff, landing, or in level flight when a throttle setting is changed. Radial Acceleration involves a change in direction, such as a sharp turn. Angular Acceleration involves a simultaneous change in both speed and direction, such as in spins and climbing turns.

A pilot may experience a combination of these accelerations, categorized as Gx, Gy, and Gz. Gx acts from chest to back.

Positive Gx pushes the pilot back as the aircraft accelerates during the takeoff roll.

Negative Gx can occur during landing and pushes the pilot forward into the shoulder strap. Gy acts from shoulder to shoulder. It is encountered during aileron rolls. Aerobatic pilots routinely encounter Gy. Gz acts on the body’s vertical axis.

If experienced from head to foot, as in pulling out of a dive, it is positive Gz.

Negative Gz travels from foot to head, as when a pilot pushes over into a dive.

smoking can also reduce G tolerance. A wellrested, well-hydrated, and fit aviator will be able to withstand higher G-forces. A regular respecting g-force conditioning program with a mix of aerobic Aviators need to understand and respect exercise and resistance weight training will G-force, because any flight maneuver has increase resistance to the effects of Gs. the potential to expose the body to more Regardless, a smart aviator will always than one positive Gz. When the pilot include consideration of G-forces when it experiences positive Gz, the cardiovascular comes to flight planning. system must respond to keep blood flowing Dr. Tilton received both an M.S. and a to the brain. One of the first indications of M.D. degree from the University of New trouble may be a progressive loss of vision, Mexico and an M.P.H. from the University of because the eyes are extremely sensitive to Texas. During a 26-year career with the U.S. low blood flow. If the rapid onset of G-force Air Force, Dr. Tilton logged more than 4,000 continues and the cardiovascular system hours as a command pilot and senior flight does not keep pace, the result may be surgeon flying a variety of aircraft. He curG-induced loss of consciousness (GLOC). rently flies the Cessna Citation 560 XL. NOTE: In some acrobatic airplanes it may A well-rested, well-hydrated, and fit aviator be possible to experience GLOC without will physically be able to withstand higher experiencing any early visual symptoms.

G-forces. For More Information See the G tolerance is degraded by alcohol, “Acceleration in Aviation: G-Force” brochure fatigue, and dehydration. Lack of physical at http://www.faa.gov/pilots/safety/ conditioning, a sedentary lifestyle, and pilotsafetybrochures/media/ Acceleration.pdf

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Schweiss Manufacturing enters alliance with European partner from Czech Republic In a forward-looking and global economy business decision, Schweiss Manufacturing, a Fairfax, MN firm recognized as the leader in both bifold and hydraulic doors in North America announces a strategic collaboration with

Strojkov Engineering and AveoEngineering companies in Central Europe.

Christian Nielsen, the American owner of the two engineering companies stated, “This joint venture with Schweiss capitalizes on our proven advanced

engineering and low-cost manufacturing resources while extending the Schweiss tradition of unsurpassed quality and performance in the commercial, industrial and aviation door industry to the European continent.”

Nielsen’s engineering and manufacturing group includes facilities in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, India and Malaysia. Because of his extensive aviation background, he was well aware of Schweiss as the top brand to partner with in developing a European manufacturing and marketing division for the Schweiss products.

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Mike Schweiss views incredible opportunity for both firms. “Chris and I have reached a strategic partnership that will see us bring exciting new products in both high-tech control and safety systems plus advanced door engineering to our product line. For example the last 6 months we have seen intensive collaborative engineering and development work on the exciting MasterCommand™ control and safety system that is a paradigm shifting advance for the door industry.”

This joint venture is already generating new ideas. Schweiss noted, “The integration of renewable energy

technologies and energy efficiencies to our door product solutions will be achieved from the additional resources and expertise of GreenAir Engineering, Neilsen’s renewable energy system company that specializes in hybrid solutions of solar and wind combined.”

Schweiss will have a manufacturing footprint in the heart of Europe with the 150,000 square foot Strojkov/Aveo production facilities.”

Paul Whittingham, EVP of AveoEngineering added, “This venture will mean a new generation of door solutions will be a reality in both the North American and European markets soon, with expansion to the Middle East and Asia the next phase of the cooperation.”

Strojkov Engineering www. strojkovengineering.com is the leading design engineering firm in Central Europe, with a decade of advanced engineering design and development support to world-leading multinational firms. It also offers extensive manufacturing capabilities to its clients with its excellent production facilities and experienced team.

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Said Nielsen, “I have been a pilot all my life using my own planes for business too.

Because of my aviation background I have known about Schweiss doors. Without hesitation, I say the Schweiss doors are the gold standard of the industry.

“When I decided to build an airpark at the regional airport outside of Prague, Czech Republic, I designed and built the hangars on this new field. There are now 43 hangars in this project, all larger hangars with doors of 40 to 65 feet. This project took me to many door manufacturers, always speaking personally with the CEO of each company. In the end, the trail led back to the door I knew well, SCHWEISS.” “So today our vision coupled with that of a strategic partner like Schweiss will make a powerhouse combination and shift the paradigms of industrial and aviation door systems globally, ” summed up Nielsen.

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SALE OR TRADE FOR PERFECT AG TRUCK 1992 AT-401 Turbine 4325 TTAF Fresh 0Time All New Fire Wall Forward M601D-11 604 SHP Now With 320 Hours New Avia V508EAG 106 DIA Prop.Now With 320 Hours And Fresh Turbine Paint.04/10 Annual AG NAV NEW Guia Silver ,New Crophawk CP Nozzles with T Jet Checks. Lane Elect Brake Smoker. New AC, All New Gear Legs Turbine Wheels & Brakes, New Tires & Tubes, New Axles Races Discs Brake Pads Turbine Brakes, New Garmin SL40 10 Watt Com. PTT Antenna Transponder W/Mode C, All New Hopper Rinse System, Tail frame section striped and painted all new rebuilt Tail Wheel Everything, New seat covers and belts, 0 SMOH Fuel Pump installed late 2009. Call 518 537-7433 (0 9 -10) 2010 AT-502B-2727 PT6A-34AG October Delivery Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com tfn

2010 402B Air Tractor M-3 Satloc, available Nov. 1st appx 600 hrs. $650,000 Call 870-265-5011 (0 9 -10) 1994 B Model 502 Air Tractor Airframe newly rebuilt by Cascade Aircraft Conversions. GE J Walter 601 E-11 750 Hot and high rated factory freshly overhauled engine, AviaHamilton 3 blade propeller (new blades and reconditioned hub) New top and bottom heavy half spar caps as well as heavy spar splice plate. VG’s new tires and brakes, new glass including turn windows, AC, new heavy main landing gear, TSLM engine monitor with fuel flow, windshield washer and wiper, GPS antenna mount, left wing landing light, stainless steel booms with 48 CP drop nozzles, right boom shut off, 48, smoker, bottom fuel load, new M3 Satloc GPS Guidance system with intelliflow flow controller, all AD’s current. Call Jim Schick, Aero Spray Service, Inc. 605-853-2777 (09-10)

1980 AT-301 301-0320, N3658c, AFTT 10446.4, Engine 1340. 257 SMOH by Younkin. prop 12D40 1214 Soh. Smoker,Spreader,CP03’s,Oil filter, New Main Tire. $ 70000.00 318-282-8163 (0 9 -10) Wanted to Buy Air Tractor AT-301 or AT-401, Ferriable Southeastern Aircraft Sales 800-441-2964 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com tfn

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1987 AT 301 N7312R TT 5373.3 hrs, engine TT SMOH 1020.8 hrs, prop AG 100 w/138.7 hrs smoh. AC, flow controller, windshield washer, smoker, 64 CP nozzles, spreader, SS spray valve, new battery, annual May 2010. $69,500 Call HM 843-586-9422 or Cell 843-454-6206 (0 9 -10)

96 M-18A 6500TTAF, 640SMOH eng,DC3 prop 1300SMOH $110,000; 2000 M-18B 4700TTAF, 100SMOH eng, 1065 SNEW prop, $150,000 Both Feb Annual, Wing AD insp due Nov 2010, both currently working 830-334-3373 (09-10)

1992 Air Tractor 502A PT6-45R 1175 HP 5780 TTAF Engine light overhaul 2009 2647 since prop overhaul, M3 Satloc 08, Fresh annual working now, $375,000 Call 509-337-6553 (09-10)

1999 PZL M18B Dromader-1700 TT AF, engine 700 hr, very clean, NDH, Satloc, air-conditioner, sprayer, CP’s, VG’s, auto flagger Mid-Continent Aircraft Hayti, Mo. 800-325-0885 t f n

2008 AT-802A-67AG, 1100 TTAE, 10” hyd. gate w/DelNorte controller, Wingman, elec fan brake, smoker, Ram Air, Fast Start, $1.15 m. Available Oct 2010. AR/ (870) 338-1504. (09-10)

1988 AT-401-0692 8095.0 TTAF 113.0 SMOH (Covington).

Prop 351.0 TSOH. M3, VG’s, Flagger, Smoker, CP nozzles, Large fuel, Lane brake, SS booms, Fresh Annual $150,000 Call Wendel @ North Star Aviation Inc. KS 620-356-4528 or wlambert@pld.com 2006 AT-401B, 124 TTAF, 124 SMOH, 3 blade prop, Comm & Transponder, like new $340,500.00 Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401. t f n

1993 AT 402, PT6A-15AG ,” 0.0” SHI, Zee Air Conditioner, Del-Norte 325g-Gps, Load Hawg, Bottom Fuel Load, New Smoker, Flow Control, New Wind Shield Washer, Aluminum Boom, 49 Cp Nozzles, Cool Seat, Annual 03-11. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. tfn

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

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 ( 0 5 - 11 )

AT-401s several units 2006 and 2007 year models. Less than 200 hours TT. Like new. 3-blade prop. Contact for prices: info@airtractoreurope.com, +34667102184. tfn Large inventory or Air Tractor Parts. Surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n

AT-502B: Improved performance equals improved profit potential. With plenty of power and a big, 500-gallon payload Air Tractor’s AT-502B is designed to please both pilot and operator. The AT-502B’s Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG turbine engine delivers efficient, high-end performance for shorter ferry times and fewer takeoffs and landings. Since 1987, AT-502s – with their legendary reliability and versatility – have set the standard as one of the industry’s most popular ag planes. And, with Wells Fargo’s attractive financing options, you can own one. Talk to your Air Tractor dealer soon.

AT-602: Raise the bar for productivity. You’ll reduce your overhead and increase profit margins when you scale a multi-plane operation down to a single-plane operation. The Air Tractor AT-602 can make that a very practical choice. Its big 630-gallon payload moves you up to economical, high volume production with one plane; reducing loads, saving time and cutting operating expenses compared with two smaller planes. For 5-gallon work on center-pivot circles the AT-602 is the ideal solution. Find out all the advantages of the AT-602. Visit your Air Tractor dealer.

PZL Dromader M18A, several units, good shape, from 1989 to 1991 year models, around 1000 hours TSN. Ready for immediate export. Contact for prices: info@ airtractoreurope.com, +34667102184.

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piper AT-802: Power that creates profits. An 800-gallon hopper, up to 190 mph ferry speeds, and greater working capacity than any other ag airplane on the market - what else is on your wish list? With the AT-802 you’ll ferry faster, stay on the spray site longer and do bigger jobs all in one load.

That’s a major advantage that only Air Tractor can offer you. Talk to your Air Tractor dealer about the AT-802. And when you do, ask about special Air Tractor financing now available from Wells Fargo for qualified buyers.

2010 Slots Available Call 2010 AT-802A -67 July delivery call for price New AT-802A, -67, 10” hydraulic gate, white or yellow Call New AT-602 -60, Call New AT-502B -34 CallCall Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 t f n

cessna 1973 A188B 3400 TT 740 housr on CYL “2” bottom end 740 SPOH Satloc Airstar electric pump, big tires, New Windscreen 204-362-0406 (0 9 -10)

J & C Enterprises avaition Inc. Wants to buy your Piper, Pawnee or Brave aircraft. We are also looking for parts inventory, or derelect aircraft as well call Jerry at 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net A 8 - 11

1969 Pawnee PA 25-235C $38,000 OBO 5826 TT. 1865 SMOH. #3 & 4 Cylinders were replaced with NEW cylinders and have less than 200 hrs. on them. Extra oil cooler. NEW SEALED LIFT STRUTS installed 3-20-09 ** NO MORE AD 99-01-05 ** Satloc LiteStar. Smoker. Flagger. Spreader. Aircare exhaust. Spray pump rebuilt Jan. 2010. TeeJet nozzles.

NDH. Always hangared. Warren cell 815-592-1941 ( 09-10) Piper airframe parts, continental and Lycoming engine parts and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com tfn

thrush 1970 S2R Thrush 600 turn windows, Aileron servos, extended wings, new main tires and brakes, 763 SMHOE, 430 SPOH, 14785 TTAF, $45,000 229-886-8592 (09-10) 1975 Cessna A 188B Approx. Numbers End of Season 2010 5875 TT 1000 Smoh by Central Cylinder 1000 Prop flagger, smoker, super boom, cp’s, robertson stol, new uv blocker side windows, new aileron cables april of 10, new seat rails april 09, satloc litestar II, satloc light bar, no corrosion - northern airplane since new, remote oil cooler, good load hauler 160gal all day long, paint 6/10. Annual April 2011 Asking $80,000 Call 660-253-0181 adamsaero@tarkio.net ( 09-10) Cessna Ag Truck Parts & Accessories w/8130-3 for sale. RMP Aircraft Services Se Habla Espanol email ; robprice32@live. com Call 561-222-6591 (0 9 -10) 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 A 8 - 11 Cessna 337, several units, very low flight hours, perfect state, extremely careful maintenance, fully equipped, long range tanks, fully IFR, contact for prices and specs. info@ airtractoreurope.com, +34667102184 08 -10

1997 510 Thrush, -34, 5630 Hrs. TTAE, 25” gatebox with swathmaster spreader, M3 Satloc with Intelliflow, A/C, CP nozzles, Prop has 415 hrs. since IRAN, Lane pump brake, currently working, January annual, call 870-255-1300 (09-10) 1973S2R600,7800TT,300SMOH,gearedEng.,300SPOHAlbatross Metal Tail A/C AG Nav w/Flow Control 204-362-0406 ( 0 9 -10) Parting out Thrush main landing gear, 29” wheels & brakes, tail wheel assy-, spray equipment etc. aircraft went in inverted. Call Sid or Jerry for specific items, 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net A 8 - 11

Cessna airframe parts, Continental and Lycoming engine parts, and a few spray system parts, new surplus, big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us.

Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330-6980280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n 1973 A188B 3400 TT 740 housr on CYL “2” bottom end 740 SPOH Satloc Airstar electric pump, big tires, New Windscreen 204-362-0406 (0 9 -10) J & C enterprises Aviation Inc. Wants to buy your Cessna aircraft, New & Used part of any kind. Call Jerry 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net A 8 -11

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1975 Thrush 400 gal -34 10670TT, 600 SPOH plus 4 blades ram air inlet, wing ext. New fabric last year fresh hot section, & annual, wings removed and repaired, electric pump brake, AgNav. Silver 229-220-6343 $230,000 (0 9 -10)

1969 S2RW601/400 (751 SHP) Hatfield Walter Conversion - 9465 TT - 2175 S factory OH eng. - 400 gal hopper, Lane Fan and elec brake, SS booms, ext wings, lights, 29” tires, Servos, Serv Aero Turtleback, Satloc M3 GPS. $225,000 JAS 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t f n

1996 S2R-T45 DC, SN T45 013 N32995, TTAF 4060, PT6-45 SN PCE 84056 TTSOH 4475 PROP Hartzell HC- B5MP-3C, TSNEW 2150, TSOH 375, This a/c is in above average condition, new paint 2008 all AD’s & Log Book in compliance, 3000 hrs left on wings, engine has recent hot section w/ Covington Aircraft, with light OVH on power section less than 200 hrs ago, New starter/gen recent FCU and fuel pump, M3 SATLOC, Com Radio w/ VOX, Fast Start, Heat and A/C. Available end of August 2010. $475,000 or OBO 712-243-4038 ( 09-10) 1992 Ayres 510 D C - 7,600 Hrs. TT; Garrett -6 Engine Low Time; M-3 with Variable Rate Flow Control, C.P. Nozzles; SS Spray System with Lane brakes; Air Conditioner; Smoker; Low time Prop; Nice clean airplane that is ready to work Priced To Sell Call Eugene 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A4-10

1976 S2R-T34 400 gal Thrush. TTAF 14,042, TTE 15,947.

Load hawg, air cond, weath-aero fan, SATLOC, metal tail, fresh annual (eddy current good, 1600 since wing o/h), new tires, booms, breck spreader, good paint. $225,000 obo.

662-745-2616 (0 9 -10)

2009 510 Thrush S2R-T34, SN 510-312, N5298H. Brand new aircraft with new Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG turboprop engine. $769,850 Contact ASI Jet Center Aircraft Sales. 952941-6255 or info@asijet.com, www.asijet-ag.com A 11-10 1977 Ayres 500 Gal. Thrush ; -6 Garrett Engine; Fresh IRAN Airframe, Prop, and Engine; Satloc; Air Conditioner; Good Paint and Fabric; 29” Wheels and Brakes; SS Spray System; Lane Brakes Priced right to sell Call Eugene 979532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A 4 -10

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The 550 Thrush offers new sturdy hopper and innovative large hopper door to improve access when loading dry chemicals, while providing a 550 gallon capacity. Fuel economy, low acquisition cost and proven performance makes the 550 Thrush a great option for operators. The 550 Thrush offers a choice of power plants, allowing you to tailor the aircraft to meet the demands of your particular operating environment. www.thrushaircraft.com 2004 710 THRUSH W/ 844 TT / 2231 S.new PT6A-67 ENG & 68 S. H.S.I 70 nozzles, Lane Fan & Brake, Satloc M3, Air / Heat, fuel flowmeter, D.G. attitude indicator, smoker, flagger, crophawk, Garmin radio/GPS. JOHNSTON AIRCRAFT SERVICE, INC. 559-686-1794, FAX 559686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www,johnstonaircraft.com t f n

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

Large inventory of Thrush parts surplus to our needs. Call for list. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-8430811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n

1994 Ayres 510 Garrett –6 Conversion - 7,800 Hrs. TT; Good Paint; Satloc; Air Conditioner; Rinse System; Smoker; SS Spray System; Electric Brakes; Landing Lights & Strobe; Not Available until September 1, 2010. Call Eugene 979-5321718, 979-533-1720 Day or night 0 4 -11

weatherly Weatherly Headquarters - 1993,1994,1996 - In Stock.

Also available 1974. Performance, low fuel burn. The ideal in-between airplane. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net. t f n

Frankie Williams President Paul Pearson Maintenance Souther Field Aviation, Inc. 223 Airport Road, Americus, GA 31709

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your Authorized Transland dealer 1971 OH58C 7380.3TT, 5734.1TT C20C, 550SOH Comp, 0SOH fuel control, 804 left on MR blades, 250TT TR blades, 250 since 1200hr Trans, hyd spray, Isolair belly tank and boom, M3, Auto Cal, Com, $275K, Call 601-668-6200 for Specs ( 0 9 -10 )

1976 Ayres 400 Gal. Thrush with -6 Garrett Engine; Satloc; Air Conditioner; Smoker; 29” Wheels and Brakes; New Paint; Fresh OH Prop; SS Spray System; Lane Brakes. Call Eugene 979-532-1718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A4-10

Phone: 229-924-2813 Office Fax: 229-924-4356 e-mail: frankie@southerfield.com Parts Fax: 229-924-2066 e-mail: parts@southerfield.com Web: www.southerfield.com

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1996 Ayres PT6-45, 510 gallon, air, 228 fuel, Satloc, recent spar cap replaced, smoker, flagger, crop hawk, spray system.

Make offer. Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net t f n

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

Visit Our Website www.southerfield.com WeathAero Fans • Auto Flagger • Transland • Agrinautics Pump and Valves Thrush Parts • Covington Radial & Turbine Engines • Compro Smokers WAG • SATLOC • AgNav

For sale 2-600 hp Rockwell Thrushes, current annuals, always hangared, excellent condition, Call 306-861-0177. (09-10)

1983 DC Thrush Walter 601E-11, 1000hrs left before overhaul, new gear box, new prop, 29,000 hr spar caps, no ad’s, VG’s, winglets, 80’ swath, Satloc M-3, CP’s, electric brake, SS spray valve, Crophawk, smoker, ac/heater, fuel flow, single pt fuel, strobes, wingman, spreader, intercom, paint 09 $350,000. 912-384-6466 (0 9 -10)

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1975 mod Decathlon 1765 TT 265 SMOH engine 65 SMOH constant speed prop. Call 973-8105 (0 9 -10)

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Unlimited Racer project: 85% complete Yak11, 3350 turbo compound with many spare parts including engine. Call with best offer. For pictures and details call Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 t f n

engines New 1340 Cylinder $1800 and 985 cylinder $800 or Best offer 435-671-3455 ( 0 9 -10 ) 1 EA. Continental IO 520-D Zero SMOH in Stock. $21,000 outright or will exchange heavy case and shaft. Call Sid or Jerry 800-542-8565 or email jcavaition@pldi.net A 8 - 1 1 PT6A-20B S/N PCE22511. TT 7430.7, SOH 4214, 0 SHOT (Covington). Including new CT blades, New Segments, Rebuilt vane ring & burner can. Removed from AT-402 for upgrade.

507-525-3068 or 1-507-526-7264 ( 0 9 -10 ) GARRETT TPE331-1-101Z, 2050 TT, 825 SHSI, 3rd stage stator run out. $40,000, Contact: Kyle Scott 970-867-8414 (09-10) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 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 A 8 -11 Universal Turbine Parts has serviceable PT6 engines for sale.

2 ea PT6A-20 TSO 0, 4010 2 ea PT6A-21 TSN 1767, 1767 5 ea PT6A-28 TSO 0, 0, 2098, 3268, 3791 PT6A-34 TSO 0 PT6A-34AG TSO 0 PT6A-41 TSO 4961 3 ea PT6A-42 TSN: 2986, 3124; TSO 0 2 ea PT6A-50 TSO 3137, 3869 PT6A-65 TSO 816 PT6A-67 TSO 5222 We also buy PT6 engines in all conditions. Please call Bill or Joel at 334-361-7853 or email bmershon@UTPparts.com t f n Pratt & Whitney R-985 & R-1340 Overhauled Engines in stock. Props, carburetors, magnetos, alternators, & accessories for above engines. Call Chester Roberts Supply Company, Collinsville, TX Tel: 903-429-6805 Fax: 903429-6047 crs5r@aol.com A 04 -11

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PT6A-65AG Engine for sale. Only 2025 TT, 183 TSO. Ready for immediate delivery. Call Gary or Steve 210-924-5561. sales@ dixieair.com ( 0 9 -1 0 ) New PT6-34 ag engine in stock Call for price Frost Flying Inc. 870-295-6213 A tfn Garrett TPE331-6-252M Part 135 Engine with 3,500 Hrs; Fresh Hot Section on 5400 HR. TBO Call Eugene 979-5321718, 979-533-1720 Day or night A 4 -11 JETSET AIRMOTIVE Buys and Sells all models of PT6 engines and has an extensive inventory of materials in various conditions. Call Paul at 682-738-3031 Email preeves@jsamiami. com or Khris or Max at 305-825-2001or Email krod@ jsamiami.com (0 9 -10) R1340 FWF Complete as removed from Thrush - 1014 S.O.H. Engine and 524 S.O/H AG100-2 Propeller. Very Good Condition $25,000.00 - Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com t f n Garrett TPE-331-10-511M Part 135 Engine with lots of time and cycles remaining. Call Eugene 979-532-1718, 979-5331720 Day or night A4 -10 PT6A Engines: Deal Direct with ATS to buy, sell, lease or exchange ~ view our current inventory at www.PT6A.Aero (FAA C.R.S. TQZR133K) tfn Cylinders For Sale – Overhauled complete assy’s with new pistons installed. Ready to install. R-985 $1250.00 each Two or more less 5%: R-1340 $1950.00 each Two or more less 5%: Outright price: includes all gaskets. Sun Air Parts.

661-257-7708 fax 661-257-7710 T F N TPE331-PC (2.5 Cores) the Lot..$5,000 TPE331-6-252M (Dmgd Core) Good Logs... $7,500 TPE331-2-201A 0-GSI/HSI 2700RCs....$115,000 R985 ANI (API), 792-SMOH....$10,500 R985-14B (Pickett) 0-SOH...$29,500 R1340-AN2 (Cov) 1115-SMOH...$19,000 .....also Radial and Turbine Accessories.

AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com t f n R-1340, zero time since overhaul by Covington $53,500.00 New PT6 -11, 15, 34, 60, 65, 67 outright or exchange call Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 t f n

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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n JJETSET AIRMOTIVE has the following PT6 engines for sale, lease or Exchange. M.O.R.E ready to TBO 8000 hours.

PT6A-11 TSO Zero PT6A-28 TSO Zero PT6A-34 TSO Zero PT6A-114A Zero time overhauled PT6A-41 TSO 974 Email preeves@jsamiami.com or Khris or Max at 305-8252001 or Email krod@jsamiami.com (0 9 -10) Covington Turbine Engines Available.

PT6A-20 2800 TSO PT6A-15AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul PT6A-34AG 1789 TSO PT6A-34AG 780 TSO PT6A-34AG 0 TSO PT6A-34AG 0 Time Since Covington Light Overhaul We are also interested in buying or exchanging for any core you may have regardless of condition.

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ASC Rotary Atomizers - See www.dynafog.com/ascresults and April 2009 issue of AAU, A. McCracken. Made in USA. asc@ dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A 0 1 -11 Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc. ---Stainless spreaders and accessories new and used. We manufacture 12 vane,13 vanes and 10 vane spreaders. Call us at 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232.

(01-11) 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, 317-896-2561 A 0 1 -11 Everything you need for fixed wing or helicopter JAS 559-6861794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www,johnstonaircraft.com t f n TRANSLAND 10 vane sprder for 38” gate, new $8200 Agrinautics, root, Crophawk, Transland, others Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FA X 281-232-5401.t fn 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. For southern US and other countries call Spectrum Corp. office 713-783-5771. (09-10)

Stainless Steel Transland Spreaders 41 inch Gate 1 Slimline.

Various other spreaders available for Piper, Cessna, Etc.. Call Stan Jones - 308-883-0047 (0 9 -10)

CP NOZZLES AND CHECK VALVES “The Drift fighters”. Plus they improve your spray pattern. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n

Transland 41” 10 Vane Spreader 20250 Like new only put out 10 loads of Rye Grass, no Fertilizer list $6500. Will Sell $5000 Call 863-467-7777 ( 0 9 -10)

SprayTarget variable rate nozzles in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n

Two 41 inch Breckenridge Spreaders. 13 vane. Used. $2500.00 each. Chad Stuart Airplane Services Inc. 850-3806091.

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Variable Rate OC and engine driven hydraulic spray control systems. Coming soon variable rate dry for standard gate and hydraulic flaps. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n

CP NOZZLES AND CHECK VALVES. Distribuidor en Argentina: ArAvia S.A. -Venado Tuerto (Sta Fe) T.E. 54-3462-433540 FAX: 438344 tfn 10” hydraulic Transland Gate assembly complete. $10,000 OBO George 409-656-5998 (0 9 -10)

Dispersal Equipment: Weathaero Feathering Fans, Crophawks, Smokers, Flaggers, Nozzles, Transland, Breckenridge Spreaders, Airfoil Booms, Dry Breaks, Stocking All Aircraft Styles. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net. tfn

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 t f n

Parting out AT-502. Many good parts. Cool seat, tail group, brakes, left wing, much more. Call Mark 559-259-2268, zaidria@gmail.com (0 9 -10)

Transland and Agrinautics, overstock sale. Call Danny for listing 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc. com t f n ASC Rotary Atomizers - Why use old hydraulic nozzle technology? Rotary Atomizers are proven as the most accurate method to apply both low & high volume formulations. Made in USA. asc@dynafog.com, 317-896-2561 A 0 1 -11

gps Ag Nav Guia Gold systems w/ antenna and light bar. Like new. Contact Ted or Cameron for pricing at 575-763-4300. ( 0 9 -10) SATLOC LITESTAR I. Perfect working cond. Complete/with antenna & hardware. (These units do not download.) Used 140 hrs last yr. on corn run, then removed. Stored this year.

Antenna works for other model Satlocs. Flawless.$2,500 OBO. Robbie McMillan,706-554-0114, (0 9 -10) Model 33302-11 Tremble GPS receiver Call for more information 912-682-5728 (0 9 -10) TRACMAP GPS has great features, easy to use, large screen, racetrack guidance, usb key easy import of files, competitive pricing. Now available from Turbine Conversions call 616-837-9428 www.turbineconversions.com 0 9 - 1 0 Intelliflow Flow Controls -in stock, now shipping! Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 tfn Wanted: Trimble AgGps 23 Lightbar. Call Dave at 574-8624392 A tfn Hemisphere GPS systems in stock, Intellistar, M3, Intelliflow, and Litestar2. We did it again, leading Level 3 Service Center/ Dealer 2009. 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 Used Satlocs. Litestar 1 and II. Airstar. New M3s in stock Prompt repair service Compton Flying Service 888-336-3924 t f n Satloc, Intelliflow Variable rate application. The Satloc Level III Service repair center. Mid-Continent aircraft Corp. Hayti, Mo 1-800-325-0885. t f n

Goodwin Closed Mixing System. Stainless steel, good condition. MFG by J.E. Soares, Inc., Belgrade, MT. Make Offer.

530-934-4289 (0 9 -10) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc has 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 A 8 -11 For Sale: As removed Zee SZ45-002-1A Motor and condenser assembly. Removed to install factory air. $2000. Call Tommy, Matt or Bryan @ 870-295-6218 tfn 3 sets new heavy gear for S2R Thrush. $10,000 per set exchange for core. Many other S2R parts/components. Call or fax Bruce’s Flying Service, Inc. 229-725-4150, fax 229725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com. ( 0 9 - 1 0 ) Remeber 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 A 8-11 Cleveland Wheels and Brakes. Buy used and save money.

Air-Tractor, Thrush, Ag Cat. Chad Stuart Airplane Services Inc. 850-380-6091 ( 0 5 - 11 ) Loadhog hydraulic hopper lid system from AT-402. Excellent condition. $3,000. Airplane Services, Inc. Chad Stuart 850-380-6091 (05-11) Used serviceable PT6 starter/generators. Wet or Dry spline. Guaranteed to work. $3,500 Chad Stuart. Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 (0 5 -11)

Satloc and Del Norte Air Repair Inc, is the worldwide leader in sales and sercece. Call Danny (sales) or Dallas (service) 662846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn

1set serviceable S2R wings. Group 1 Wing. 196 gal. fuel/ wing extension yellow. Eddy Current inspected. Found no cracks. These wings were removed from a 600 Thrush. 9000 hrs. $40,000 Call or fax Bruce’s Flying Service, Inc. 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com.

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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. t f n

Vacuum Meters ready to ship. Clean, accurate, closed system.

Why pay 50,000 for a accurate system when you can do it for a fraction of the price and require no computers. Compton Flying Service 888-336-3924 tfn

Authorized AgNav Distributors. New and used systems. GIS Spray data services/conversion. Summit Helicopters Inc. Call Gary at 816-633-1519 or 816813-0442. summitGIS@earthlink.net (0 9 -10)

1 set S2R wings, Group 5 Wing. 2000 year model. 6000hrs TT. New factory spar caps. 0 hours with new spar caps. 228 gal fuel. $80,000 unpainted exchanged or 85,000 painted to your specification and exchanged. Call or fax Bruce’s Flying Service, Inc. 229-725-4150, fax 229-725-5135. E-mail bruceandrews62@gmail.com.

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parts 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 A 8 -11

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 A 8-11

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Rebuilt Thrush 510 hopper with Jon Herr door. $8,000.

Professional Fibreglass Repair. 530-735-6264 t f n 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 Wendel or Steve North Star Aviation 620-356-4528 wlambert@pld.com We have all fibreglass parts for Weatherly and Ag-Cat (A, B and Super B). Call for prices. Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 t f n For Sale, M18 wings, ailerons, flaps. 0 since new, propeller still in box, for sale or trade on people airplane. 573-2463216, 573-225-8019 (0 9 -10) J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc. has 29” wheel sets. We will accept your 10” wheel and brakes in exchange. Also have 29” Thrush Landing Gear. Call Jerry or Sid 800-542-8565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net A 8 - 11 Retrofit Hopper Door for AT502 and AT602. Now available for fall and winter installation Professional Fibreglass Repair.

530-735-6264 t f n GPS Antenna Mount, for specific ag aircraft, Performance and looks, slip stream design delivers peak signals. Contact Terry Barber 605-258-2743.

(0 9 -10) Thrush rebuilt extended wings with 40,000 hour approved Avenger spar cap kit installed, 192 gal fuel, new leading edge H.D. ribs and leading edge skins. Will paint your color(1).

Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com t f n Vacuum Meters ready to ship. Clean, accurate, closed system.

Set of new Thrush Aircraft current production wings featuring the 29,000 hour life limit on low spar caps. Upper and lower 4340 Chrome-Molly steel spar caps with 114 gallon fuel tank on each wing, 0 SNEW. Contact Thrush Aircraft Spares Department 229-883-1440, rcarter@thrushaircraft.com Complete Thrush Factory Metal Tail W / Updates.Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 559-686-1794 / Email info@johnstonaircraft.com www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n

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New Thrush -34, -60,-65 models. 600 HP, Your Thrush distributor. Portable Air conditioner Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp. Hayti, MO 800-325-0885. tfn 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) 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 t f n PARTS, PARTS, PARTS. For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer tfn 8 Million new surplus parts for Cessna, Piper, and other aircraft; Continental and Lycoming engines; and a few spray system parts, big discounts. Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800-433-0814 US/Canada; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n Jasco Alternator kits in stock. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com tfn PARTS, PARTS, PARTS... For all your ag aviation needs, please call Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service (800) 441-2964 Air Tractor Dealer A TFN Cessna Ag Parts. Air Repair, Inc. Phone. 662-846-0228 Fax. 662-843-0811 sales@airrepairinc.com t f n 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; 330698-0280. Check stock at www.preferredairparts.com t f n Smoke Systems. Used In great condition. $250. Airplane Services, Inc. Chad Stuart 850-380-6091 (0 5 -11) Upgrade Your Existing Building with Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors & the NEW Hydraulic Bi-Fold Doors - Zero Headroom - New Lift Straps, Auto Latches, Remote Controls, Fast Delivery & Proper Installation Available / Bifold.com / 800-746-8273.

World-one stop Ag aviation center, all parts and accessories for everything in Ag Aviation for 61 years. MidContinent Aircraft Hayti, Mo. 800-325-0885 tfn

Cessna Parts - Engine, propellers, authorized service center.

Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com.

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1984 Ford F700 diesel Allison automatic 12” mild steel folder 7000lb hopper 300 gal. fuel Honda pump. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-919-2317 A 0 9 -1 0

Cessna Authorized Parts Center: Prompt, World-Wide Parts Service, Engines, Bonaire 550 Conversions, Wings. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. t f n NEW! CP11TT/w-3 Tips & Shutoff in stock ready to ship today.1-800-437-5319 Sky-Tractor Supply Company t f n 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 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 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com. t f n 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 f n Agrinautics, 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, Hot Stuff, Honda Engines, Johnson Sidewinder, Nieto Products, New and used aircraft, (large) Parts Inventory, Schweizer, Spraying Systems, Co., Superbugs, APH-4 Helmet, Simplex, Tires, Transland, WeathAero. Sky Tractor Supply 800-4375319, 701-436-5881. t f n

Auger Truck for sale. 1995 FL70, all stainless steel hopper, bed and auger. folding System, hyd gate adjust, hyd fuel, air brakes, auto transmission and A/C. Scales. New Auger and PTO drive shafts and bearings last year. 870-225-3698 (09-10) 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 $15,900 Call 501-985-1484 AR location. tfn Auger Trucks For Sale (Trade-Ins) Also list of customer trucks. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-9192317 A 0 9 -1 0 1993 Peterbilt folding BAG truck, built for Air Tractor 802.

Loads 6,000 lbs, has fuel tank and reel. Great shape. Call Brandon 318-303-3147 (0 9 -10)

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Accessories & Parts! 100’s of new and OHC accessories, parts for just about everything. Big discounts! Please have part numbers when contacting us. Preferred Airparts, 800433-0814 US/Canada; 330-698-0280. Check stock at www. preferredairparts.com t f n Emco Wheaton/Buckeye Dry Break Couplers and adapters, Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 24 hr. Tel 559-686-1794, FAX 559-686-9360, e-mail: info@johnstonaircraft.com web site: www.johnstonaircraft.com t f n

propellers 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 A 8 -11 Props for Sale: 2D30-6101A-18 OHC 23D40-7035A-12S OHC 22D40-6533A-12 OHC 23D40-6533A-18 Serviceable cond.

23D40-6533A-18 Serviceable cond.

Call: PropWorks, Winnipeg, Canada Tel: 888-679-2965 email: propwork@mts.net

Air Tractor Financing can put an Air Tractor in your hangar. For a limited time, Air Tractor is offering 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!

miscellaneous 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 800-5428565 or email jcaviation@pldi.net A 8 - 11 A12 -1 0

For Outright Sale: Overhauled 5-Blade Prop. Hartzell HC-B5MP3C. Fits AT-502A, AT-503, AT-602, AT-802, Thrush S-2R-T65 & S-2RHG-T65.’06 Hartzell Overhaul. TSN: 1379.5 (TSO:0). Call Steve or Gary 210-924-5561. sales@dixieair.com. ( 0 9 -10) IA200/FA8452, NEW $4,500 2D30-6101A20, A/R. $3,500 2D30-6101A12, IRAN $9,500 2D30-6101A12, OHC $14,500 22D30-AG200-2, OHC $15,500 2D30-AG100-2, OHC, $11,500 22D40-AG200-2 OHC..$20,000 22D40-AG200-2, 190 SOH, /new blades... $21,500 33D50-7005A, A/R-K/D. $6,500 HC-B3TN-3D/5M, OHC/+4NB’s. $19,500AmAg 870-886-2418 (2489F) agcat@bscn.com t f n Hartzell 3 Blade and 5 blade Props, new & used $CALL Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401 t f n .

vehicles 2 Loader Trucks for sale. Both all stainless steel, both all hydraulic, both have aircraft fueling systems and tanks. One running with 8000 lb hopper, $15,000. One not running 6000 lbs hopper $5,000. Call 870-222-4556 (0 9 -10) 2 to choose from! 1992 model of International 4700. DT466 diesel, a/c, standard transmission, PTO chain drive, well maintained, aluminum wheels, your choice for pipe and hopper.

640 stainless fuel with gasoline engine fuel pump. Call Auger Dan Office: 870-578-6133 Cell: 870-919-2317 A 0 9 -10

600 Gal. Reconditioned Aluminum Tank. Ideal for Jet Fuel, AV Gas, Chemicals & Etc. $1,250.00 For more tanks & vehicles go to www.ranchers-supplyco.com Sales 719-336-9416. Ask for John (0 9 -10) Original DeSpain Pen and Ink cropduster printer’s proofs now available by artist Richard DeSpain. Several to choose from, reduced sale price, $1000 each. These are the originals that the signed and numbered prints are made from. Contact Richard DeSpain 501-753 3291 or r.despain@sbcglobal.net t f n HELMET with slide up visor $850. Deluxe Kevlar Helmet with ANR, Softskins, Oregon seals $1200. Sky Tractor Supply 1-800-437-5319 Atfn Load hog,with hyd. Installed in a 510 gallon hopper. Good shape. Both for $14,400.00 JOHNSON @ 218-437-6415. lindleycj@hotmail.com (0 9 -10) 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 A 12-10 Reduce Drift, Increase Deposition and Retention use Control™ For FREE SAMPLE go to www.GARRCO.com/ freesample Call 765-395-3441, mrfoam1@garrco.com t f n

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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 t f n Hangar Doors, T-Hangar Doors & Bottom Rolling Doors by Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors. Any Size Door, Walkdoor or Window.

Works Great for FBO’s, Fly-In Homes, and Airparks. Delivery & Installation Available / Bifold.com / 800-746-8273.

AFS Check Valves- Make the switch to AFS check valves, Find out what many operators already know, increased productivity, eliminate leaks and drips, long life, and no moe trying to find buckets!!! To help clean up your operation today call 800833-2013. www.aeroflow.com or Fax 574-862-4669. t f n

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PC SPRAY Dedicated Application Software, Version 3. Fullyfunctional 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

insurance The Right Aviation Insurance Broker makes all the difference in the world. A 35 year professional pilot and former Ag Insurance underwriter work together to give you the experience and knowledge to get you the right coverage for the least cost. We work for you, not the insurance companies.

Jim Gardner and Rick Langley @ Insuramerica Aviation, Inc. 978-936-4000. 800-654-7892 ext 4108 or 4104. jgardner@ insuramerica.aero. rlangley@insuramerica.aero 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 knowledgable includes ANGIE BANZ and RITA ETHRIDGE, both of whom have years of experience servicing the aerial application business. Give us a try, you might be suprised. 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. t f n Wheels up. PIM Aviation Insurance is one of the oldest and most experienced ag aviation insurance providers in the industry. We provide access to creative negotiation and problem solving for all your risk management needs. Our passion to keep you flying is deeply rooted, resulting in knowledgeable recommendations and cost-sensitive pricing.

For a free, no-obligation quote, call 800.826.4442 or visit us online at www.pimi.com. Proud member of NAAA. tfn DOUG DAVIDSON, aircraft owner and commercial pilot, has served the unique insurance needs of the agricultural aviation community since 1982. He founded Davidson Solid Rock Ins. in 1995 on Christian principles, honesty, integrity, and the commitment to provide insurance products as solid as our name! One call is all it takes to shop all available markets for your specialized aviation insurance needs. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you at 800-358-8079. Or visit our website at www.dsrockin.com . t f n

INSURANCE from the Leading Ag Aviation Brokers. 61 Years Risk Management, Lowtime Pilot Coverage. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net. t f n

services !!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 Wendel or Steve @ North Star Aviation Inc. 620-356-4528 wlambert@pld.com 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 t f n Stainless Steel Fabricators, Inc. --- Stainless spreaders and accessories new and used. We repair all models including Transland and Swathmaster. Call us at 800-736-3433 or 870-217-9232. ( 0 1 - 11 ) Borescope and Videoscope Repair Services. Any brand or any model. Your one stop source for the best value visual inspection equipment since 1981. Check out our new products and rental units at www.Borescopesrus. com or call Borescopes-R-Us at 931-362-4009. (09-10) The NEW Hydraulic Bi-Fold Doors by Schweiss Bi-Fold Doors- Offering Zero Headroom with Auto Latches, Remote Controls, Walkdoors for FBO’s, T-Hangars, Fly-In Homes, and Airparks. Delivery & Installation Available / Bifold.com / 800-746-8273.

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)

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ESTABLISHED HELICOPTER SPRAYING SERVICE FOR SALE. Strong customer base w/ 35 yrs. in same area & a continuous year-round work flow. Must have 5 years helicopter crop spraying experience. *Added Bonus* Helicopter & mix trailer for sale. Call for full details 863675-6919 or 305-216-1967, ask for Marvin Scripter (09-10)

New AG Pilot looking for seat or mentor, Tailwheel experience, Commercial PL, Instrument rated, Attended and graduated from AG school, Experience in Pawnee, AG-Cat, Willing to work ground operations to gain experience, Will attain license anywhere, Currently located in CA., but willing to relocate, Call Matt Fuss, 310-493-3979 ,email: mattfuss@gmail.com ( 09-10)

Aerial application facility for sale in the heart of rice, cotton, soybean and wheat country. Twenty-four acres with 4,000 ft paved strip. Bld.#1, 185’x50’ two taxi through loading bays / bi-fold doors, attached office space with four bedroom 31/2 bath living quarters. Bld.# 2, 140’x60’ hangar, warehouse, with attached office space. Please fax responses to 888382-6951 or email blindads@agairupdate.com 1 1 - 1 0

Pilot looking for a seat for next season - Commercial cert. w/805TT 415TW 250 Bird chasing, Been employed as ground crew & Ground Rig operator since Jan.09. Willing to work for it and will do anything. I am looking for a seat, or a ground crew position with pistons. I have a good name and good references. Contact me @ 239-464-8629 Levi Johnson (09-10)

I would like to purchase an Aerial Spraying Business, fixed wing only. I would prefer a turbine operation but I will consider all options, a long history with a solid customer base is ideal along with chemical sales, complete records for my CPA’s review, and a current owner who can stay on board through the transition. I have 20yrs of successful experience and I am now seeking an ownership role. Thanks for your time and I look forward to visiting. timdonley99@yahoo.com (09-10)

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2 AT-502’s w/pilots available for work. Licensed in ID, CA, IN, and reciprocating states. Will acquire additional licensing if necessary. GPS equipped. Call 208-731 5233 or 208-358 3179 (0 9 -10) Pilot & Turbine AT-400 W/137 MO LA IL IA IN AR licensed and ready. References available on request. Currently in Central MO and close to IL and IA. Call 985-264-2826 or email 78brave@gmail.com Ready to go now. (0 9 -10)

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Ag Pilot Training-PERSONALIZED INSTRUCTION Initial and Re-current. DGPS LIGHTBAR, Tailwheel, and Spin/Upset Recovery by Mentor,Randy Berry, 40 Yr CFI and Active Ag Pilot. See our web site at: www.eaglevistas.com. EAGLE VISTAS LLC PH 772-285-5506 (0 9 -10)

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Tailwheel endorsements and time building in south Texas for aspiring ag-pilots. C-170 available for training and rental with discounts for block time. Contact Clyde at 956-202-2094 or mrclyde_2003@hotmail.com. t f n

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For more than a quarter of a century, Covington Aircraft has been providing professional pilots with the highest level of radial and turbine engine overhaul and repair. Today, the Covington reputation is world-renowned for its quality, advanced technology and skilled technicians.

So whether you need service in the field, engine repairs, a major overhaul or the affordable Light Overhaul, or even an engine exchange, choose the name that’s trusted by more professional pilots than any other – Covington.

Available Engine Services • PT6A, R-985, and R-1340 Engine Overhaul • PT6A/Radial Engine Troubleshooting & Repair • Hot Section Inspection • Power Section Module Repairs • Overhaul Level Repairs • Periodic Engine Inspections • Fly In Facility For All Your Engine Needs • Rental Engines Available (PT6A) RADIAL DIVISION (R1340/R985) (918) 756-8320 Hwy 75 & Airport Rd. • P.O. Box 1344 • Okmulgee, OK 74447 TURBINE DIVISION (PT6A) (918) 756-7862 201 East Airport Road, P O Box 1336 , Okmulgee , Ok 74447

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