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Right in the Old Bread Basket.

As the world leader in getting the job done, we’re proud of the agricultural aviators who help farms large and small fertilize crops, control insects and eliminate weeds. Together, we’re producing maximum crop yields from fewer acres, keeping tractors off wet fields to prevent topsoil runoff, and spraying for pests and diseases three times faster than any other form of application can. The result is 71 million acres of U.S. cropland that’s protected and productive. Which makes Ag Aviation the next best thing to sliced bread.

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A message from Thrush Aircraft In just a few short weeks, we’ll be headed to Louisville for the 2014 NAAA Annual Convention. It’s our favorite event of the year – as it gives us the chance to catch up with those of you flying our airplanes (or are thinking about it), find out how your year has gone, and talk over what we can do to serve you better. Because as many of you know, service for us means more than just answering the phones and taking orders – it means listening to the folks that make a living with our products and helping them get better every time they fly.

In that regard, it’s our tradition to use this editorial space each year not to promote our own products – but rather to share with you some of the things we’re doing to promote ag aviation – as we continue our dedication to raising awareness and building appreciation of the good work our industry does. It’s what every leader should aspire to, and it’s a responsibility we take to heart.

In 2014, we focused this responsibility in three areas – growers, fire fighting, and in helping more young pilots afford the training they need to make a meaningful start in this business.

For growers, this summer we launched a new marketing campaign called “Celebrating Ag Aviation” – and rolled it out at the world’s largest airshow in Oshkosh, Wisconsin in front of some 600,000 attendees. The messaging is quite special as it speaks to the audience on behalf of Ag Aviation – and promotes the industry and the people who work in it – by making growers and others aware of the tremendous amount of good Ag airplanes and their pilots do. The first ad in the series is called “Right In The Old Bread Basket”, and it appears on the opposite page. We’re pleased to say that reaction has been terrific – and much more rewarding than simply hawking our products.

aircraft in the air and over a fire many times faster than most existing state resources allow. And all for very little cost.

Pilots and their aircraft both have to be AG SEAT certified to serve in this capacity – and all work would fall under the control of the local fire fighting authorities in each state. It’s important to note that we plan to encourage participating states to make this training available to pilots of all makes of ag aircraft that meet their state’s AG SEAT certification requirements. It’s the right thing to do – and we’re very proud to be behind it all.

To further support the AG SEAT program, our new 510G Switchback is completing the certification process and should be ready as planned for the 2015 fire season. If you haven’t seen the airplane yet, stop by our display at NAAA and have a look. In short, the 510G Switchback allows an operator to switch from spray operations to pinpoint accurate fire fighting in a matter of minutes.

Meaning that, when called upon, an AG SEAT pilot can be ready to serve as a first responder and keep small wildfires, small. The motto of the AG SEAT program is: “First in the air. First on the fire.” – and the Switchback will allow pilots to be just that.

Last year in this space we announced the creation of the Thrush Agricultural Aviation Scholarship in concert with Women in Aviation. The scholarship awards $10,000 to a winning candidate to be used to further their agricultural aviation flight training. We’re happy to report our 2013 winner, Andrea Coppick, has already started her training. And, we’re every bit as happy to let you know that we have renewed the scholarship award for this year as well.

All of the above is our way of giving back to an industry that has given so much to us – and for which we are very grateful. Please do come see us at NAAA 2014, and join us in helping ag aviation continue on its path of successful growth for many years to come.

For the aerial fire fighting arena, we created and launched a new program this year called AG SEAT, which stands for “Agriculture-based Single Engine Air Tanker.” In a nutshell, this program includes the training syllabus, course materials, specialized instruction to train and certify ag pilots on how to use their aircraft effectively as first responders in a fire fighting role, and how to work closely with individual state agencies and local fire companies when called upon.

Having this Ag-based resource on-call significantly increases a state’s ability to rapidly respond to a wildfire and to have highly trained and certified pilots and their

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Fast horses, good bourbon and the NAAA Convention There are not many things better than good Kentucky bourbon or the excitement of the horse track. Even though there will not be a Kentucky Derby going on in Louisville during December, you are still poised to have as much or better of a time attending the 48th National Agricultural Aviation Association’s (NAAA) annual convention and exhibition. I am sure there will be plenty of bourbon without the Derby!

The NAAA’s Welcome Reception to be held Monday night, December 8, officially kicks off the week’s festivities (for a complete schedule, see page 11E of this Show Guide).

The exhibit hall will be open Tuesday and Wednesday with the Farewell Reception and Banquet Thursday night, December 11. As always, the NAAA convention and exhibition promises and delivers an excellent venue for ag-pilots worldwide to network, educate and have an all-around good time. Already, registration numbers for the Louisville show are outpacing recently held conventions.

Reading the pages of AgAir Update’s Show Guide for the NAAA convention and exhibition will inform you about what to do, where to go and when to do it. For those of you not yet registered, everything you need to know about how to do that can be found here.

The purpose of AgAir Update’s Show Guide is primarily two-fold; promote attendance to the NAAA convention and exhibition and better facilitate the time of those attending. When you read the Show Guide, you will see exhibitors’ ads featuring their products and services. In some cases, you will read a more detailed accounting of what you can expect when stopping by an exhibitor’s booth. You will also read about speakers, the program schedules for NAAA and WNAAA, as well as any other important events taking place.

Reading AgAir Update’s Show Guide is an exercise in preparation. It will help you identify which sessions and receptions to attend and which exhibitors should be at

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the top of your list to visit. I hope you can attend all the events NAAA has scheduled.

I know having quality time with over 145 exhibitors can be a challenge. Planning with AgAir Update’s Show Guide will help you achieve that goal.

I would like to extend an open invitation for everyone to visit AgAir Update’s booth, #828. Enter the exhibit hall at the NAAA booth and continue walking until you pass the Air Tractor booth. Take a left and we are on the corner in front of you! Let’s talk ag-aviation. These are exciting times and AgAir Update is right smack in the middle of them. We will be moving throughout the exhibit hall making videos and taking photos. Be sure to wear your best smile.

Expect a good time with fantastic opportunities to grow your business and increase your profits when attending the NAAA’s annual convention and exhibition in Louisville, Kentucky December 8-11, 2014. Be there! I will be looking for ya!

Leif Isaacson, NAAA President Andrew Moore, NAAA Executive Director

From the NAAA

Bluegrass skies ahead at NAAA’s 2014 Convention Dec. 8–11 in Louisville On behalf of the National Agricultural Aviation Association, we would like to invite all AgAir Update readers to NAAA’s 48th Annual Convention & Exposition Dec. 8–11. With access to two dozen education programs, 140+ exhibitors and over 1,000 attendees, you won’t find a better opportunity to stay up on the latest technology, products, techniques and trends impacting your business than at the 2014 NAAA Convention.

This year we’re headed to a new destination, Louisville, Ky., a city known for its hospitality, horses, bourbon and fun. Louisville is centrally located along the 1-65 corridor between Indianapolis and Nashville, within a day’s drive for two-thirds of the U.S. population. It is a wonderful city with a fantastic array of restaurants and attractions, including the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. Horseracing’s mecca is just a 15-minute cab ride from NAAA’s headquarters hotel, The Galt House.

All events are at The Galt House hotel, located along the Ohio River, and the Kentucky International Convention Center, two blocks from the hotel. In other words, everything is walkable. You can walk from the hotel to the convention center via the Louie Link Indoor Skywalk. (Limited transportation will also be provided to and from the convention center.) More than 50 restaurants and the Urban Bourbon Trail are also within walking distance of the hotel.

The Galt House will serve as NAAA’s headquarters hotel, making it the place to see and be seen if you work in agricultural aviation. Room rates are $110 and $130 per night for the Rivue and Suite Towers, respectively, but you’ll have to act fast—the cutoff date for NAAA’s room block is Nov. 13. Book your room at www. agaviation.org/hotel or call 1-800-The-Galt.

The fun begins at the Kickoff Breakfast Dec. 8. We are pleased to present the “Voice of Rural America,” Trent Loos, as our featured speaker at the 2014 Kickoff

Breakfast. A well-known radio host, Loos connects rural and urban America by sharing the positive and motivating story of production agriculture. Trent is a sixth-generation farmer who launched his radio program “Loos Tales” on a single station in Missouri in 2001. Today, 3 million listeners hear his show online and on nearly 100 radio stations in 19 states. As a self-described agricultural activist, Loos encourages producers to stand up and proudly tell consumers about life at their operations. You’ll leave with an extra bounce in your step after Loos’ encouraging pep talk.

After the Kickoff Breakfast, get up to speed on the latest aerial application advancements at the ASABE Technical Session. The ASABE session is the R&D component of our convention programming. Members of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers will report on a number of “new” tools that are ready to incorporate into your everyday operations, including a simple, low-cost imaging system that mounts onto your aircraft for collecting GPS-referenced images of your fields and the Aerial Application Technology Research Unit’s new aerial spray nozzle models. Several states have granted CEUs for this session, including Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota and Wyoming.

Each year we look for new ways to make the convention better, and we feel we have succeeded in that regard with this year’s substance-packed programming. Twentyfour educational sessions are on the docket, including programs focused on UAVs, aerial firefighting, chemicals, engine performance and maintenance, security and FAA regulations, helicopters and airframe manufacturer updates. NAAA is also excited about our great lineup of Thursday afternoon sessions featuring the NAAREF Safety Session, a special session on cover crop applications and the “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session for new and low-time ag pilots. This fast-paced orientation session for new and prospective ag pilots consists of a series of speed mentoring rounds

led by experienced operators and pilots, insurance representatives and ag schools. Two Compaass Rose Sessions are also available for new and low-time pilots on Dec. 7 and Dec. 10.

We strongly encourage you to attend NAAA’s General Session Dec. 10 for a fascinating presentation on generational dynamics in the workforce and the agricultural aviation industry. Multigenerational workforce expert Shira Harrington will shed light on the unique characteristics that distinguish four generations of workers from each other. She will also use case studies to examine generational dynamics within the agricultural aviation industry specifically.

Armed with extensive research and her unique, realworld perspective of today’s workforce, Shira will provide insights to help attendees bridge the perceived gaps that can manifest between multiple generations working within the same aerial application operation.

In NAAA’s 2013 post-convention survey, 72 percent of respondents identified the NAAA Trade Show as their favorite event. This year, the world’s largest agricultural aviation trade show will feature more than 140 exhibitors from all facets of the agricultural aviation sector and seven aircraft on the trade show floor. Whether you plan on upgrading your GPS system, are in the market for a new aircraft or simply want to investigate new crop protection products available from different chemical companies, you’ll find it at NAAA’s 2014 Trade Show.

Our Live Auction is the single most important fundraiser for the association. One of the highlights of this year’s auction will be Pratt & Whitney Canada’s generous donation of a brand new PT6A-34AG engine.

This is the second straight year Pratt & Whitney Canada has donated a new engine and the latest in a string of lucrative offerings Pratt & Whitney has provided to NAAA’s Auction. Along with the PT6 engine, a number of other great items are up for bid.

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NAAA continued Throughout the week, there will be no shortage of opportunities to visit with old friends and make new acquaintances. From the Welcome Reception on Monday to the Farewell Reception on Thursday, you’ll be able to attend a different reception nearly every night.

That’s just a taste of what you’ll find at NAAA’s 48th Annual Convention & Exhibition. You’ll find much more information within these pages and on NAAA’s website at www.agaviation. org. Please join us for what promises to be an outstanding convention!

Register for NAAA’s 2014 Convention using the pre-registration form found in this section or online at www. agaviation.org. You’ll save $50 if you register by Nov. 24. ■

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Chem-Man to partner with Surety Maps: aviators benefit with a complete billing and mapping system The 2015 On-Line Version of Chem-Man will be better than ever as it is partnering with the user preferred “Surety Pro Customized Online Mapping” product. The combined offering will take the two longtime leaders in ag aviation software to make one complete package. Regina Farmer of DataSmart says it is a “Win-Win” solution for our customers.

package specialized for ag aviators. Regina adds, “We are in the works to offer a complete bookkeeping package as well as other specialty software for ag aviators”.

AgriData’s CEO, David Hagert says he’s excited about the new partnership. “I think the success of our products and long standing in the industry speaks for itself. Two successful products integrated together will only make it easier for the clients.”

“We are ecstatic about our new online version of Chem-Man. It needed the industry’s best mapping software to make it complete. We asked our client’s what mapping product they preferred and they unanimously said Surety® is the best!”

Chem-Man has been around for 23 years now and unlike the other online products they excel by offering a complete billing

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TPE 331 Engines and Accessories 3 and 4 blade Hartzell Hubs Engine Instruments Inventory includes: -1, -5, -6 and -10 series engines

TURBINE AIRCRAFT MARKETING, INC. (TAM)-Specializes in Honeywell TPE 331 engines, Hartzell props, engine instruments and gauges. TAM was established more than 14 years ago with David Finley heading up the Engine Group. David has over 40 years experience in general aviation engines. Rick Forbes has over 28 years of experience in both commercial and general aviation engines. TAM maintains an inventory of engines, and other related engine requirements which are forever changing to accommodate the ag aviation industry demand. Whether you require an outright purchase, lease, or exchange on your TPE 331 engine requirement, we can accommodate your need. You may require something other than an engine, such as a Hartzell prop, engine instrument or gauge. We are here to help. Time is valuable, so let us lend a hand to keep your engine costs down and you in the air.

As our engine inventory is constantly changing we make every effort to maintain an inventory of -1, -5, -6, and -10 Honeywell TPE 331 engines at all times. Additionally, we often carry the PT6 line of engines and inventory of PT6 spares.

TAM is just north of BIG D (Dallas) and accessible from every direction you may be located. Give us a call or drop us an email.

David Finley 972.248.3108 ext 213 214.649.2288 mobile dfinley@turbineair.com

Dallas Office 4550 Jimmy Doolittle Drive Addison, Texas 75001 TEL: 972.248.3108 • FAX: 972.248.3321

David Finley, 972.248.3108 ext 213, 214.649.2288 mobile, dfinley@turbineair.com or Rick Forbes, 972.248.3108 ext 302, 214.649.2290 mobile, rforbes@turbineair.com

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Your accessory shop Another birthday, one more year. Our 31st year to be exact and another national convention. We are always looking forward to seeing everybody. We are still increasing our inventory to better serve you. For those who want their own accessories overhauled, we make every effort to have a short turnaround time.

We continue to stock the following accessories for radial engines; starters, magnetos, fuel pumps, carburetors, tach generators, hydraulic pumps, generators, voltage regulators, reverse current relays, prop governors, auxiliary pumps and motors.

Rick Forbes 972-248-3108 ext 302 214-649-2290 mobile rforbes@turbineair.com

S. & T. Aircraft Accessories, Inc. "Full Engine Accessory Line" FAA Approved Repair Station No. CC2R737K

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

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

Generators Magnetos Starters Fuel Pumps Carburetors

Tach Generators Vacuum Pumps Hydraulic Pumps Prop Governors Voltage Regulators Starter-Generators Reverse Current Relays Aux. Boost Motors

We also stock the following accessories for turbine engines; starter-generators; reverse current relays, tach generators, fuel pumps, voltage regulators and auxiliary pump and motors.

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For your convenience, we accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover credit cards. To learn more about us, visit our website. www.staircraftaccessories.com.

310 FM 483 • New Braunfels, Texas 78130 Email: sales@staircraftaccessories.com Web: www.staircraftaccessories.com

As always we look forward to seeing you at the NAAA convention in Louisville. Please stop by booth 711 and visit us.

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Preferred Airparts Serving operators worldwide Preferred Airparts, of Kidron, Ohio, has been serving aircraft operators and maintenance facilities worldwide since 1982. Their present stock includes over 14 million new parts for J-3s to jets.

Preferred has many parts for ag operators including Cessna and Piper airframe parts.

They have a large inventory of new Grumman/Schweizer G164A/B-600 spares including structural members, sheet metal, landing gears, firewall forward for the R-1340, dispersal system components and more. New parts are sold from 25% to 85% off list. The company also has new, used, and overhauled Continental and Lycoming engine parts at 50-65% discount. Turbine engine parts are a growing segment of Preferred Airparts’ business.

Their ever-expanding stock is serving operators of P&W PT6A, Allison/Rolls Royce 250 and other turbine and jet engines for parts, consumables and rotables.

Wheels, brakes, and parts for many aircraft are a strong point at Preferred, along with light units and repair parts of all kinds. They have a wide selection of consumables including air, oil, and vacuum filters, spark plugs, and other items for piston and turbine aircraft including, ag. Preferred is now a distributer of Donaldson air filters and JP Aero Plastics windshields and windows. They stock many popular Champion oil filters and Gill batteries to help you fill your order.

You can check stock on Preferred’s web site, www.preferredairparts.com, or call, fax or e-mail the sales team a list of your parts requirements. Anyone with inventories of new parts to sell, anywhere in the world and “for nearly anything that flies”, can contact Preferred for an offer. Contact info, phone 800-433-0814 US & Canada, 330-698-0280 Intl, Fax 330-698-3164, sales2@preferredairparts.com

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Agtelligent introduces modular components Mixmate mobile blending systems, created by Agtelligent, introduces modular options, beginning with a new, free app. The Mixmate Android app, which is available for download in the Google Play Store, is used for manual data entry and, when combined with Mixmate hardware modules, increases efficiency by creating an automated system.

It also calculates batches, records usage information and tracks fertilizer and chemical inventory. Your data is securely backed up to Intersect in case your device is lost or destroyed.

The Intersect cloud service subscription has features that allow you to synchronize data between multiple devices and the office and allows you to manage and track assets and inventory directly from your web browser. A dashboard map view shows the location of devices, the status of jobs and notifications

are displayed as events happen. Jobs can be built, scheduled and assigned to operators and equipment in minutes. Your data is secure and is only shared with those who you grant permission. Notifications and reports can be automatically generated and shared with individuals specific to a completed task.

For example, a grower could receive a detailed report when a chemical application is completed and the landowner can also receive a notification. Intersect will be the connection to third-party desktop and cloud-based applications. Â In addition to the free Android app and the Intersect cloud service, Mixmate modules allow you to create an automated system and are designed to work with scales, flowmeters, electric pumps, and valves.

Users can improve record keeping and measurement accuracy by adding a flowmeter or scale, and add valves to automate their system. Whether you are

designing a new system or are looking to improve your current system, Mixmate will fit your needs.

The Intersect cloud service, Mixmate app and modules are innovative products of Agtelligent, a family owned business based in Oakland, Iowa.

Agtelligent was formed with the goal of bringing precision equipment and new ideas to the market to automate and streamline agricultural processes around the world. Those interested in learning more about Agtelligent are encouraged to visit them at booth 800 at the National Agricultural Aviation Association convention in Louisville, KY. from December 8th through December 11th, by visiting the official websites at www.agtelligent.com, www. mixmate.com as well as following the company on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

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48th Annual NAAA Convention & Expo MEMBER REGISTRATION: You must be the designated member of an Operator or Allied Industry Company, State Association Executive, or have a Pilot, Affiliated Operator, Affiliated Allied, Associate, International or WNAAA membership in your name, or be the spouse of a NAAA member to qualify for member rates.

EXTRA BANQUET/RECEPTION TICKETS: *With Banquets Registration includes tickets for the Welcome Reception, Auction Reception, Farewell Reception and Farewell Banquet. You do not need to purchase any extra tickets for yourself. **Without Banquets Registration includes tickets for the Welcome Reception and Farewell Reception ONLY! You can purchase Kickoff Breakfast or Farewell Banquet/Awards tickets for yourself only if you purchase the “Without Banquets” package.

Guests: Tickets below can be purchased for your guests; they do not need a registration package if they are not attending other events.

REGISTRANT: First Name

Louisville, Ky.  Dec. 8–11, 2014 Pre-Registration must be received in the NAAA Office

by Monday, Nov. 24. Registration is available online at www.agaviation.org.

Registration at the convention onsite will cost $50 more per person!

NAAA Members Member Spouse Child (under 18)

Registration With Banquets $335* $280* $115*

Registration Without Banquets $230** $170** Free**

Non-NAAA Member Non-member Spouse Child (under 18)

Registration With Banquets $460* $400* $115*

Registration Without Banquets $355** $295** Free**

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Mail payment and registration form to: NAAA, 1440 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 Fax 202-546-5726 Register online at www.agaviation.org Questions? Call 202-546-5722 or email information@agaviation.org. agairupdate.com

2014 NAAA Convention Schedule December 8–11, 2014 | Louisville, Ky. Hotel: The Galt House Convention Center: Kentucky Int’l Conv. Center You can walk to and from the Convention Center from the hotel via the Louie Link Skywalk; limited transportation will also be provided.

Sunday, December 7 Morning 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

12 - 6 p.m.

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4 - 6 p.m.

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Aircraft into Convention Center CD Aviation - TPE 331 Engine Maintenance Training Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 Seminar Canadian AAA Board Meeting Registration PAASS PDC Meeting Compaass Rose Sponsored by Torell Aviation Insurance Agency NAAA & WNAAA Board Meetings Operation S.A.F.E. Analysts Meeting

Monday, December 8 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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4:30 - 6 p.m.

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Registration for Attendees at Hotel Registration for Exhibitors at Conv. Center Exhibitor Setup Kickoff Breakfast Sponsored by BASF ASABE Technical Session (CEUs possible) WNAAA Meet & Greet WNAAA President’s Open House Concurrent/Company Sessions - FAA/Security Session - DuPont Crop Protection Session - AG-NAV Session Concurrent/Company Sessions - UAV Session - Satloc Session - GE Aviation Session Concurrent/Company Sessions - Chemical Session - PT6 Turbine Session - Ag Sync Session Welcome Reception Sponsored by Dow AgroSciences

Tuesday, December 9 All events at Convention Center, unless otherwise noted 7 - 8:30 a.m.

CP Products/Transland Breakfast & Seminar 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Registration for All at Conv. Center 8 - 11:30 a.m.

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NAAA Business Meting

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9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

9:45 - 11:30 a.m.

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WNAAA Athena Program NAAA General Session Sponsored by Syngenta, Ag Container Recycling Council and AIG NAAA Trade Show. Exhibitor Details NAAREF Board Meeting Live Auction Reception sponsored by Syngenta Pratt & Whitney Canada Reception at Galt House

Wednesday, December 10 7 - 10:30 a.m.

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4 - 8 p.m.

4 - 5:30 p.m.

PAASS Presenter’s Breakfast (PAASS Presenters Only) Concurrent/Company Sessions at Galt House - Firefighting Session - TPE331 Session - Monty’s Plant Food Co. Session Allied Industry Meeting Registration at Conv. Center WNAAA Program - Churchill Downs NAAA Trade Show. Exhibitor Details Past President’s Meeting Silent Auction Staggered Closing Exhibitor Teardown Concurrent/Company Sessions - Compaass Rose - Sponsored by Texas AAA - Radial Engines Session - Simplex Manufacturing Session

Thursday, December 11 All events at The Galt House unless otherwise noted 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Registration

(Farewell Banquet tickets sold at the door until sold out) 8 - 10 a.m.

Final Freight Move Out at Conv. Center 8 - 9:30 a.m.

Thrush Session 9:45 - 11:15 a.m.

Air Tractor Session 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Helicopter Session 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.

NAAREF Safety Session

Sponsored by Bayer CropScience 2:45 - 4:15 p.m.

“Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session

Sponsored by Davidson Solid Rock Insurance, Star-Flex

and Weber Aviation Insurance 2:45 - 4:15 p.m.

Cover Crops Session 5:15 p.m.

Farewell Reception 5:45 p.m.

Farewell/Awards Banquet

Sponsored by DuPont Crop Protection

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Join NAAA in the Bluegrass State December 8-11, 2014

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ark your calendars for the NAAA 48th Annual Convention & Exhibition, featuring the world’s largest trade show of agricultural aviation, great opportunities for networking and a dynamic lineup of speakers and events.

The 2014 NAAA Convention in Louisville, Ky., boasts great programming, excellent exhibits on the trade show floor and the chance to interact with operators, pilots and allied companies from around the United States. This is the nation’s premier gathering of agricultural aviation professionals and enthusiasts.

Don’t miss these events: • • •

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Kickoff Breakfast – Trent Loos – Connecting Rural and Urban America General Session – Shira Harrington – Generational Diversity In Our Workforce and the Agricultural Aviation Industry If you’re new to the industry or a low-time ag pilot, you’ll find awesome information-sharing opportunities throughout the week, including two sessions of Compaass Rose (Sunday and Wednesday afternoon) and the “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session on Thursday afternoon Increase your knowledge about the industry by attending 20+ hours of concurrent and company-sponsored sessions, including Thursday’s NAAREF Safety Session We expect 140+ exhibitors and 1,500+ attendees comprised of the aerial application industry’s best and brightest.

Ladies – Don’t miss this year’s WNAAA Convention Programs

Hotel Details The Galt House 140 N. Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40202

Two Rate Options: 1. $110/night + tax for Rivue Tower (single or double)

2. $130/night + tax for Suite Tower (single or double)

Make your hotel reservations today at www.agaviation.org or call (800) The-Galt or (502) 589-5200

Trade Show Details Kentucky International Convention Center 221 S. Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40202

If you are interested in exhibiting at or sponsoring the 48th Annual NAAA Convention & Exposition, please contact Lindsay Barber at lbarber@agaviation.org or (202) 546-5722.

Full details about the 2014 NAAA Convention are available at AgAviation.org.

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Battlefords Airspray

906 Booth

FROST FLYING INC.

Professional agricultural pilot training

Battlefords Airspray is owned and operated by Fran de Kock. Fran is a well-known and respected ag pilot and CFI with 34 years of experience. He demonstrates his dedication to the betterment of the ag industry by providing the best possible training for students.

Battlefords Airspray offers private, commercial, initial agricultural and turbine transition pilot training. Also offered is recurrent piston and turbine ag checkouts.

The training fleet consists of two Air Tractor AT-504s and three Gippsland GA200s. All five are “side by side”, dual controlled ag aircraft. He feels it is very important to have the instructor right there with the student – able to demonstrate techniques, answer questions and monitor progress.

All ag training aircraft are fully outfitted with SATLOC GPS, flow control, booms and nozzles, and state of the art communications equipment.

The AT-504 has proven after three seasons to be an excellent turbine spray aircraft trainer. It allows Battlefords Airspray to introduce the world of turbine ag flying to pilots with varying levels of experience.

The GA200 has proven to be the ultimate initial ag pilot training aircraft.

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Professional Agricultural Pilot Training Gippsland GA 200

Large Selection of PT6 Accessories New Turbine Props and Blades 0 SMOH 1340 Younkin

Weath-Aero

Compro

S/S Pumps, Booms and Center Boom for Air Tractor

Target Spray Variable Rate Nozzles

All our training planes: -feature dual controls, side by side cockpit configuration -are equipped with SATLOC GPS and Flow Control Systems Also available: Private and Commercial Training, Pilot Assessments for Operators

BATTLEFORDS AIRSPRAY

North Battleford Saskatchewan, Canada

Phone 306-445-3099

www.batairspray.com info@batairspray.com

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

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

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

IA and A&P mechanics needed

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Ag Air

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Turbines

Booth

Affordable and quality service Ag Air Turbines, Inc. of Midvale, Idaho, specializes in the repair and maintenance of the TPE331 line of engines. Ag Air Turbines is operated by Robert Baker and Katie Baker, whom are committed to North America’s agricultural aviation industry. Both

having spent most of their lives in ag aviation in one way or another, Robert and Katie share a passion for the industry and its dedicated members. They strive to offer the highest quality of service at a fair price in order to keep their customers productive and profitable.

Please visit the Ag Air Turbines crew at booth 1040 at NAAA in Louisville, KY during the national convention.

TPE331

The Ag-Air Turbine crew

OWNERS: WE PROVIDE FOR YOUR TPE331: TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

COMPRESSOR SECTION INSPECTION

EMERGENCY A.O.G. FIELD SERVICE

ENGINE TEST CELL

ENGINE SALES

LEBOW TORQUE CALIBRATION

CAM

PROPSTRIKE INSPECTIONS

HOT SECTION INSPECTIONS

TURBINE TRANSITION TRAINING

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DeSpain Collection Stone Coasters $29.99

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748 Booth

GarrCo Products

Field results show it pays to take Control™

by Dennis Gardisser, WRK of Arkansas, dgardisser@wrkofar.com It’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks, but every once in a while I come upon something that is worth repeating. I’m sure many of you have heard the 80-10-10 story that I tell when it comes to drift reduction products: 80 percent of the time nothing happens, 10 percent of the time the result is worse, and 10 percent of the time there is a definite improvement. Laboratory results may be better, but actual field experience has been pretty close to this.

For years, Arkansas S.A.F.E. clinics have included one day of field evaluations of drift potential. These evaluations have included a variety of different equipment setups and operating variables and typically include the favored drift reduction additives for the area. The data has been quite sporadic and probably a reflection of the variety of setups, weather conditions, mixing procedures, and operating variables. With all that said, there have been a few products that consistently show a positive response. Control™ from GarrCo Products, Inc., has been one of the products that has consistently shown a reduction in drift potential.

A replicated field study was conducted a few years ago to look at 19 different drift control additives and water using two aircraft. The aircraft were selected to give two separate speed scenarios, at 115 and 150 mph. This study appears on Garrco.com.

I encourage you to obtain a copy of that report and see how you favorite product performed. Control™ was one of the top performing products in this study.

The key to consistency can also hinge back to how well products perform under real field situations. Arkansas had many operators utilizing Control™ as a drift control additive. Some of the comments I hear are:

• “Best material I’ve ever used.”

• “Very easy to mix and load.”

• “The material that I used to get on the windshield is gone.”

• “Where can I get some Control™ ?”

When one starts hearing these types of comments, there may be more to the performance than just good lab results. I was visiting a couple of different operators during the season and overheard conversations where they were either going to borrow some Control™ from someone else’s pallet until their shipment came in or another operator was coming to borrow some from there. This alone may tell the true story on performance.

Mixing and compatibility are one of the major issues with any drift reduction additive.

John Garr and I met with an Arkansas aerial applicator on a very cold morning to evaluate several different tank mixes. John has some new products under development and the mix results on those are another story, but we tried every way we could think of to cause mix problems with Control™ without success. Control™ mixed very easily under all scenarios, even with almost ice-cold water!

I have had any number of operators ask me which drift control products are best. I’m not so sure there is a best product. Remember there are many application variables.

I would recommend that operators select a product that consistently shows positive results. Also, additives alone are not the complete answer, although properly utilized; they may provide an extra margin of safety. Operators should use every tool possible to avoid drift, and proper equipment setup and operation will always play a dominant role.

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

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

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

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

Without Control™

With Control™

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

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

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SIMULATOR BASED TRAINING

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

CFAA Andy Montague brings training program to Central Florida Ag Aero Andy Montague was the first to recognize the need for high-quality, simulator-based training for turbine-powered aircraft. He pioneered the development of the highly successful program that has been used to train hundreds of pilots from countries all over the world.

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

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

Andy co-founded Central Florida Ag Aero in Orlando, Florida, USA. The company is devoted exclusively to agriculture, fire fighting and special operations. The program is well known and accepted as the standard for training throughout the industry.

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Turbine Conversions Booth

Booth #1009 & 1010

Best deal in agriculture

What do you need to make your business more profitable? Turbine Conversions, Ltd specializes in helping ag aviation businesses become more productive and more accurate which results in higher profitability.

www.midcont.com • 800-325-0885

Belt Buckles - $39.99

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

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agairupdatemarketplace.com 478-987-2250

Turbine Conversions, Ltd is excited to announce that we have received our 29th STC for our Variable Rate Rotary Gate. The Variable Rate Rotary Gate is a great tool to expand your offerings to your customers it allows your aircraft to apply from a little as 2# to 20#/acre from micro-fine to granulated material accurately. We will have a working system complete with our exclusive GateKeeperTM Technology in our booth.

For almost 25 years we have been adding “Power to your Business”with our Pratt & Whitney and GE turbine engine conversions for Thrush, Dromader, Air Tractor and Ag Cats. Our Single Point Fueling System is the best on the market and will definitely make your time on the ground minimal and increase the safety for you and your ground personnel.

We are also pleased to announce that Turbine Conversions, Ltd’s President William Hatfield is being inducted into the National Agricultural Aviation Museum Hall of Fame in 2014 for his years of developing and bringing to market innovative technologies for the benefit of the Agricultural Aviation industry, make sure to stop by and talk to Bill about what he has planned for his 30th STC! All of us are looking forward to seeing you in Louisville in Booth 1109.

TCL P&W PT-6 Turbo Cat owned by Mark Trinkle of Trinkle Ag Flying in Kingsburg, California

TurbineConversions.com or call us 616.837.9428 16E

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Observe actual spray operations to complement your agricultural pilot training with us Year round our weather in Sebring, FL allows us to train ag pilots more months than most. We will incorporate observation of an actual spray operation to give you a complete picture of the work of an agricultural pilot. Our proven ag aviation program was developed by Randy Berry, 40+ years ag pilot and CFI, owner of Eagle Vistas.

Beginning with our private pilot (all in Tailwheel) program, geared toward becoming an ag pilot to our ag pilot program for experienced pilots, our programs emphasize safety, with a strong foundation of basic aerodynamics and stick and rudder techniques and situational awareness. Our up-set/recovery training and real world programs set us apart from our competition. We provide a one-on-one training environment and value the time you have committed to us. Ask our graduates about their experience with us.

See our videos at www.eaglevistas.com. We have a new series of videos: Everything you wanted to know about crop dusting but were afraid to ask. We also provide ag aviation consulting for those seeking to start their own 137 operation and do pilot assessments for operators.

R.T. TuRbines, inc.

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

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

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

Phone

www.rtturbines.com

870-295-3552

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

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Have a fun filled time in Louisville with WNAAA

by Ashley Olivier WNAAA Convention Committee Chair Our race to Louisville is almost complete! There is still time to make your plans to join the WNAAA Dec. 8–11 in Louisville, Ky., for the 2014 WNAAA Convention. The WNAAA Convention is held in conjunction with the NAAA Convention & Exposition and is open to all women, including spouses and employees who work in the agricultural aviation industry. You don’t have to be a member of the WNAAA to join us for the festivities.

There are many, many events planned for the WNAAA Convention this year. Come out and be a part of them!

Meet and Greet (RSVP by Nov. 17) Monday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Christmas at the Galt House and Shopping First things first, enjoy breakfast while hearing Trent Loos connect rural and urban American. Following the Kickoff Breakfast, the women’s first activity will be to tour the Christmas at The Galt House attractions. The sightseeing starts with the KaLightoscope Christmas Carol, a retelling of Charles Dickens’ famous tale as told through larger-thanlife handcrafted luminaries, performers and 3D projection. The Meet and Greet is the perfect time to put a face to a name while meeting this year’s WNAAA officers and directors. Guests of the WNAAA will also get to enjoy a taste of Kentucky drinks. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes and end at the Mistletoe Marketplace and The Galt House’s unique boutique shops, giving you just enough time to get some shopping in before the WNAAA President’s Open House. There is no cost for the Meet and Greet, but we will need a final headcount by Nov. 17 to enjoy this spectacular event as a group.

Contact Ashley Olivier at snoano@aol.com or (318) 439-0711 to sign up.

President’s Open House Monday, Dec. 8, 12:30–2 p.m.

Coastal Seafood Menu, sponsored by Craft Air Services WNAAA President Leslie Craft will host the President’s Open House in a private suite at The Galt House. Leslie’s home state of North Carolina will be showcased with a coastal seafood menu and drinks. Once again, you will be able to visit with other ladies from the association and foster what often become lifelong relationships with women who share similar experiences to yours. Sponsored by Craft Air Services.

WNAAA Athena Program Tuesday, Dec. 9, 9:30–11:30 a.m.

“Life Interrupted” Pull up a seat and power down your iPhone 6 for “Life Interrupted,” the subject of this year’s Athena Program. We’ve carved out two hours of uninterrupted time to listen to and exchange ideas on how to contend with interruptions big and small in our lives. Part professional development and part support network, the Athena Program provides WNAAA Convention attendees with helpful insight into the agricultural aviation industry. Whether you work directly in the aerial application business or serve as a source of support to someone who does, you will leave this meeting with useful information and encouragement for everyday situations.

WNAAA Program (RSVP by Nov. 17) Wednesday, Dec. 10, 9–11 a.m.

Churchill Downs and Kentucky Derby Museum We will get an early start on Wednesday morning! Activities begin with a short trip to Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby Museum. We will participate in a specialty tour, “Off to the Races,” that will be transformed into “Reindeer Races,” a mock racing event. Guests will start with $5,000 worth of play money ($$Horsey Bucks$$). The event emcee will provide handicapping insight and tips for picking the winner.

Along with the specialty tour, WNAAA guests will have the opportunity to explore the museum, which features two floors of exhibits, a 30-minute guided walking tour of Churchill Downs and a 360-degree HD theater showing The Greatest Race, a short film about the Kentucky Derby.

Buses will leave The Galt House around 8:45 a.m. There is no cost and transportation will be provided, but we will need a final head count by Nov. 17. Please contact Ashley Olivier at snoano@aol.com or (318) 439-0711 to sign up. Sponsored by GarrCo Products Inc. The WNAAA looks forward to seeing you all in Louisville—with or without your Derby hat!

2014 WNAAA Convention Schedule Monday, December 8 8 - 9:45 a.m.

Kickoff Breakfast 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Meet & Greet: Christmas at the Galt House 2014 – KaLightoscope

Christmas: “A Christmas Carol” themed after

Charles Dickens tale.

12:30 - 2 p.m.

WNAAA President’s Open House

Sponsored by Craft Air Services 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Welcome Reception

Tuesday, December 9 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

12 - 5:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

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10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2 - 3 p.m.

WNAAA Program: Churchill Downs Kentucky Derby Museum and Tour NAAA Trade Show Silent Auction Staggered Closing

Thursday, December 11 5:15 p.m.

5:45 p.m.

Farewell Reception Farewell/Awards Banquet

Prime Turbines 541 Booth

Prime Turbines now offers more: PT6A engine overhaul!

Prime Turbines (Prime) now offers a revolutionary brand of PT6A engine overhaul services. Engine overhaul complements Prime’s strong list of capabilities, allowing them to offer operators a comprehensive assortment of services for the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A Engine Series.

Prime’s revolutionary brand of PT6A engine overhaul offers operators a variety of options and build specifications to customize the Repair & Overhaul (R&O) process.

Being an independent FAA authorized overhaul facility allows Prime the freedom and opportunity to remain aligned with the interests and objectives most important to the operator. Prime Turbines offers engine services operators need for today’s everchanging environment. In challenging economic times like these, aircraft operators turn to experienced, proven shops they can count on to provide top quality service at a fair and affordable price. And with tighter budgetary constraints and greater demands for justification placed on aircraft and engine maintenance, operators need creative ideas to control cost while maintaining quality and reliability.

Dallas • Hyannis Pittsburgh • Wynne

PT6A Repair & Overhaul www.primeturbines.com

Explore the alternatives… call Prime Turbines.

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

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

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About Prime Turbines - Prime Turbines is FAA & EASA certified, specializing in PWC PT6A Engine R&O services, along with hot section recertification, engine performance testing, power section and gas generator repair, fuel nozzle overhaul/exchange, and bleed valve overhaul/exchange service. The company is also an authorized distributor of FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (“PMA”) parts for PT6 hot sections. Learn more at www.primeturbines.com.

Kansas Aviation of Independence

528 Booth

Kansas Aviation adds PT6 Woodward Fuel Control Units to capabilities list Kansas Aviation has added overhaul and repair capabilities for the PT6 Woodward Fuel Control Units to their extensive capabilities list. Kansas Aviation founded in 1992 is a world class leader in aircraft engine accessory overhaul and repair specializing in oil, air and fuel related engine accessories for the PT6A, PT6T, JT15D, PW100, PW150, PW300, PW901, CF34, CF700, CJ610, and RR250 engines. With over one thousand unique part numbers on our capabilities list, we overhaul tens of thousands of units per year. Our focus is on providing friendly, fast and flexible service of the highest quality to all customers.

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J & C Enterprises Aviation Inc

502 Booth

Celebrating 44 years of service J & C ENTERPRISES AVIATION INC.

800-542-8565 SPECIALISTS IN CESSNA 188

EXTENSIVE INVENTORY OF THE FOLLOWING AIRCRAFT

Cessna 180-185-188, PiPer Brave & Pawnee, CitaBria, DromaDer, aero CommanDer Lark & Darter, sCott & XPm taiLwheeL Parts, ContinentaL, LyComing, ChamPion, anD a Lot more.

Aircraft Hardware

Your Authorized Transland Dealer WE BUY SALVAGE & NEW PARTS INVENTORIES

HAVING TROUBLE FINDING THOSE DIFFICULT PARTS?

LET OUR STAFF FIND THAT PART FOR YOU. Airport Road #14 • Thomas, OK 73669

800-542-8565 • 580-661-3591 (OK) • 580-661-3783 (FAX) www.JCAVIATION.com • email address: jcaviation@pldi.net

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J & C Enterprises Aviation has been located in Oklahoma for 43 years. The business was started by Jerry and Cecilia Buster in 1970. We are located in the central United States and our staff is on duty from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM to help with your aviation needs.

We specialize in Cessna ag aircraft, but we also have an extensive inventory of Cessna 180-185, Piper Brave and Pawnee, Citabria, Dromader, and Aero Commander Lark and Darter.

We are dealers for Transland, McFarlane, Black Steel, tail wheel parts, aircraft hardware, general aviation parts and even larger miscellaneous new and used parts.

Our staff will help you fill your aviation needs! Just call our parts department who will be glad to help you.

Serving agricultural aviation for 62 years

Authorized distributor for Air Tractor, Southeastern Aircraft Sales offers new and used aircraft, parts and service. Now in our 62nd year, our reputation has been built on honesty and integrity. We would welcome the opportunity to be of service to you and your company.

Visit us at booth #713

Aircraft Sales & Service, Inc. Fort Pierce, Florida

Our 62nd year serving agricultural aviation Sales • Service • Parts

800-441-2964

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TPE-331 • PT6

Propellers & Accessories

Engines

INTERCONTINENTAL JET SERVICE CORP. • • • • • • • • •

CAM INSPECTIONS HOT SECTION INSPECTIONS GEARBOX INSPECTIONS ENGINE ACQUISITION -10AV ENGINE UPGRADES PARTS INVENTORY 24/7 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ACCESSORY REPAIR AND OVERHAUL PROPELLER SERVICE AND OVERHAUL

Intercontinental Jet Service Corp. is a Honeywell Factory Authorized Agricultural Service Center that can offer total support for your TPE 331 engine anytime, anywhere.

3322 N. 74th E. Ave. • Tulsa, OK 74115

800-349-6827 www.ijetservice.com

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• Shorter Takeoff Rolls

• Improved Aileron Authority • Lower Stall Speed

(800) 677-2370

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Intercontinental Jet Service Corp (IJSC) is a Honeywell Authorized TPE 331 Agricultural Service Center centrally located in Tulsa, OK, with over 25 years in business and some of the most knowledgeable TPE331 technicians in the industry.

In addition to scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requirements, IJSC can also provide engine upgrades and rental engines.

IJSC offers 24/7 technical assistance and will provide on-site assistance when the need arises. We take pride in our work and our reputation, and will always work to accommodate the business schedules and financial budgets of our customers.

In addition to complete TPE331 service, we have an inventory of new, overhauled and inspected parts and components for both aircraft and engines, everything from consumables, such as S.O.A.P kits and filters, to major components, such as fuel valves and igniter boxes. Additionally, IJSC has an accessory shop that can repair or overhaul your aircraft components such as starter/generators, fuel boost pumps and tach generators.

IJSC also offers propeller overhaul and repair of Hartzell and McCauley reciprocating and turbine engine propellers. In addition to the propeller service capability, IJSC is an excellent source for new and overhauled propeller assemblies for outright or exchange. With a dedicated group of propeller professionals, IJSC offers the highest level of quality for a competitive price.

For more information about IJSC’s capabilities, request a quote, or technical assistance please contact Neil James at neil@icjetservice.com or 1-800-349-6827

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• Reduced Turning Time

Vortex Generator Technology

IJSC

Micro VG Kits Available for: Air Tractor: AT-300, AT-301, AT-302, AT-400, AT-400A, AT-401,

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

801 Booth

Machida

Manufactured in America, Machida Borescopes offer engine manufacture approved state-of-the art visual inspection equipment with a competitive price point. With years of industry knowledge, our scopes have been used by aviation professionals for 40 years and continue to be one of the leading inspection scopes in the market today. Our product catalog includes engine approved kits which come in your choice of stunning HD video or our high quality fiber borescope.

Our most popular model, the 3mm Engine Manufacture Approved Video Borescope VSC3-140NL, comes equipped with over 12 programmable standard features including our newest feature video recording and zoom control. Some of our other features include HD Image Quality, picture-in-picture, portable image archiving, brightness control, and SD Card for image storage. The VSC-3-140NL high tech video features listed can be programed for use with a push of a button on our scientifically and ergonomically designed handle.

Stop by Booth 801 at NAAA to experience our VSC-3-140NL, the new high tech 7-7070 Digital Processor, and other engine approved borescopes. Be sure to visit our website, WWW.MACHIDASCOPE.COM to learn more about our other products and offerings.

We look forward to meeting you and finding you the right scope for your inspection.

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PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA APPROVED KITS PWC34910-109 - PWC34910-106 - PWC34910-101

WWW.MACHIDASCOPE.COM

1-845-365-0600 / 1-800-431-5420 40 RAMLAND ROAD ORANGEBURG NY 10965 - MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES

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Fire Boss LLC is proud to represent the “Fire Boss” water scooping system that has been exclusively designed for the Air Tractor AT-802. Fire Boss LLC is part of the Wipaire group of companies based in South St. Paul, Minnesota. Wipaire is the largest manufacturer of aircraft floats in the world, having built floats for varies aircraft types ranging from 2-seat Piper Cubs up to the 21-seat Viking Twin Otter. The Fire boss system combines several airframe modifications, aircraft performance enhancers, and a pair of 10000 series amphibious water scooping floats that enables the AT-802 Single Engine Air Tanker to scoop up to 800 gallons in about 15 seconds. Nearly 70 Fire Boss systems are currently in operation throughout the world.

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ASI Jet Ag Division

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Celebrating six years

ASI Jet Sales – AG Division is celebrating its 6th year at the NAAA conference as an authorized Thrush Aircraft Dealer! We specialize in the sale of new Thrush aircraft and the brokerage and acquisitions of used aircraft all over the world. We have over 30 years of experience in aircraft sales and have helped hundreds of customers along the way.

We are dedicated to customer service and providing a superior product.

We are proud to announce the grand opening of our Thrush Service Center and Aircraft Maintenance shop at KHCD in Hutchinson, Minnesota! We have two full time technicians with a tremendous amount of experience on a large variety of aircraft. Our technicians are Thrush factory trained and have the experience to help our customers get back in the air safely and quickly. Come by Booth #1235 and see what we are all about!

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

ASI Jet Sales Two locations (KFCM & KHCD)

Centrally located in Minnesota.

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

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Specializing in aviation insurance Hardy Aviation Insurance is located in Wichita Kansas. Randy Hardy established the agency in 1995 and we are closing in on our 21st full season. Our agency has seen tremendous growth over these past 20 years.

As an aviation insurance agency and broker, we specialize in all areas of aviation insurance with a special emphasis in aerial application. As a full service agency we can also offer property and casualty coverage such as hangar and contents, business auto, and Workman’s Comp.

At this year’s NAAA in Louisville please stop by our booth 1001 and visit with Randy Hardy, Angie Banz and Tim Wiebe. We are here to serve your aviation insurance needs.

We specialize in all areas of aviation insurance with a special emphasis in aerial application.

Within our agency, Angie Banz, Rita Ethridge and Tim Wiebe have a combination of over 70 years of experience in aerial application insurance. Randy Hardy and Tim Wiebe, being pilots, dedicate their time traveling to meet aerial applicators to review their aviation insurance needs. In addition to our long time support staff of Melinda Greene, Joyce Winn and Peggy Hahn we have Mary Humphrey, a specialist in air show coverage including all the various types of insurance associated with that field. Hardy also has Mona Rathmel who works from our Dallas facility with a special emphasis in higher performance aircraft like the Malibu’s, Mirage, Meridian, Matrix, Jetprop’s, Pilatus PC-12’s and TBM 700/850’s.

Hardy Aviation Insurance is dedicated to service the old fashion way, with hard work, communication skills and the willingness to negotiate your needs as though we were an extension of your business. From agricultural aviation to fixed base operations and personal aircraft, we strive to make a satisfied customer through our hard work and dedication to your needs.

We represent all the major insurance companies who offer aviation insurance or alternate needs. Aerial application is a very specialized business and when seeking coverage you need to work with and through an agency that understands your needs and knows the insurance company’s policy well enough to match their policy to your expectations. Good policies and good service are not only good business, but also necessary to insure you have the coverage you need at the price you can afford.

Booth #1009 & 1010

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North Star Aviation

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North Star Aviation offers a wide variety of service Located in Ulysses, Kansas, North Star Aviation is your full maintenance facility offering top quality services.

Our mission is to provide safe, reliable and high quality aircraft maintenance for our customers. To do this we employ five full time mechanics. All of our mechanics are FAA A&P Certified, two of which are A&P I/A Certified.

North Star Aviation is now owned and operated by Steve and Samantha Rice. We maintain a large fleet of turbine powered Air Tractor and Thrush aircraft. We offer a wide variety of services on airframe and powerplant including, Annual Inspection, Eddy Current Inspection, Hot Section Inspection, Gear Box Inspection, 100 Hour,

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Nozzle Cleaning and Flowing, Aircraft Recovery and Refurbishment.

In addition to our quality maintenance services, we are now a SATLOC sales and services dealer. Our repair facility is capable of handling all of your Satloc needs.

We have a large inventory of loaner systems to keep you in the air. Give us a call or stop by our booth for a new system quote or to discuss your repair needs.

In 2014 North Star Aviation became a Thrush Aircraft Parts & Service Center. Let us handle all of your Thrush parts and Service needs. Stop by our booth to discuss your Thrush needs.

Maintaining a large inventory of Air Tractor, Thrush and Satloc parts, we are able to get our customers back in the air quickly. We strive to be a one stop shop for all your Air Tractor, Thrush & Satloc needs!

Sales & Repairs Come by our booth to demo our products!

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Flying Tiger Aviation

Flying Tiger Aviation will be at the National Convention in booth 1200. We have completed a successful upgrade to our inventory that includes additional Citabrias, another Pawnee, and a Piper Arrow for commercial check ride prep. In addition, our first class of students training through the Louisiana Delta College work force program began in September. All qualified applicants were able to obtain financing for training through a cooperative relationship between the college, Flying Tiger and Wells Fargo bank. Come by our booth for more details on this program. We also have a modified basic program that includes training in the turbine S2RT for those students who seek or are going to a turbine right after completion of our program. In August, the Louisiana Economic Development Program announced Flying Tiger would receive $750,000 to lead the creation of an Aerial

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Application Center of Excellence (AACOE). The AACOE will be located at the Bastrop, LA airport (KBQP) next to the Louisiana Delta Community College campus. The AACOE will bring together academic, government, and commercial interests to develop the use of aviation assets, to include unmanned systems, as part of the decision support system for precision agriculture (see Ag Air Update, Sep 2014, p. B-25). Beginning early next year, Flying Tiger will offer Unmanned Aircraft Systems training as a part of our Basic Ag Pilot Course and as a certification through Louisiana Delta College. Things are looking up for Flying Low. “Fear No Weevil” and keep Safety First, Integrity Always.

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Fast to the Fleet

UTP is the premier independent supplier of PT6 and PW100 turbine engines and components worldwide.

We provide exchanges and sales on a wide variety of engine models and on serviceable turbine engine parts.

We work with the best known repair stations in the world, so you always receive the highest quality engines and parts at the lowest possible cost.

We are ASA-100 and FAA AC 00-56 certified, so you can be assured that our processes and documentation meet your requirements.

No one gets you flying faster than UTP, so give us a call.

We get you flying faster.

Join us at Booth 1302 at the NAAA 2014 Annual Convention!

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

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Flying Tiger Aviation offers and end to end flight and ground training program for aspiring ag pilots from zero flight time to refresher course training for experienced pilots. Our fleet includes C172s, Ag GPS equipped Citabrias, Pawnees, Ag Wagons, and Ag Cats. We also have dual instruction in a Thrush S2RT turbine.

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Lane Aviation

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Honesty and integrity for over 69 years Grant Lane, owner and operator of Lane Aviation.

ROSENBERG, TEXAS — Come join Lane Aviation, Inc. at Booth # 913 during NAAA’s Trade Show and Exhibition being held December 8-11, 2013, in Louisville, Kentucky. We’ll be providing free draft beer and good Texas conversation about sales, service and parts for both new and used Air Tractors. Ask us about our very special convention sale price for the time proven, reliable Lane Aviation

spray pump fan and brake combination.

With over 69 years serving the ag-aviation industry, Lane Aviation prides itself in maintaining a business ethic of honesty and integrity for every facet of the company.

We are the #1 Air Tractor distributor for sales, service and support. Our diversity in agaviation, such as our spraying operation that utilizes a AT-502Bs and AT-802A, allows us to know how to best respond to the ag-operator’s needs. We understand the importance of time when there is an AOG situation and make every effort to respond as quickly as possible. Lane Aviation is strategically located near all forms of shipping, including overnight services such as UPS and FedEx, as well as air, rail and sea from Houston.

Often times an operator’s problem can only be solved with a visit to his operation by owner, Grant Lane. This can include delivering or picking up an aircraft, or using a Lane Aviation company plane to fly in a vital part.

When it comes to Air Tractor aircraft sales, Grant Lane’s life long experience in the ag-aviation business has made Lane Aviation the #1 Air Tractor dealer, selling more Air Tractors than anyone else in the world. Lane Aviation was appointed the first Air Tractor dealer in 1974. Since then, beginning with the efforts of the late George Lane, son Grant has continued to provide the best choice of ag-aircraft, helping and advising customers every step of the way in the aircraft buying process. Whether a customer is upgrading his Air Tractor fleet, or making the transition to the Air Tractor or to turbine power, Grant Lane’s experience can be counted on to help make the right buying decision.

Located in Rosenberg, Texas, Lane Air Park (T54), the Lane Aviation maintenance facility can handle every type of Air Tractor aircraft maintenance, as well as most all other ag-planes. This includes annual and routine inspections, major airframe repairs, engine exchanges and out-sourcing major engine repairs. With Air Tractor factory training and FAA-certified A&P and IA mechanics, customers are assured of the highest quality work for their aircraft.

Dona Jorden has been with Lane Aviation for 22 years and is responsible for your parts needs.

Angel Bailey is Office Manager.

She handles overall company administrative duties. She has been with Lane Aviation for 18 years.

Also located at Lane Air Park is the fully stocked parts division of Lane Aviation. Not only is it essential to have readily available parts to ship to customers, this extensive parts inventory facilitates repairs made in the maintenance shop. A one-stop parts division is a key element that assures customers of the best parts service for the highest quality repairs.

Simply put, Lane Aviation, Inc. is widely regarded as a “Best Practices” example for the agricultural aviation industry. Every ag-aviation operator customer can be confident they will receive unparalleled support. Lane Aviation, Inc. is dedicated to providing its customers with the most efficient service possible without compromise to safety and quality.

Visit us in Louisville, Kentucky # 913, near the Air Tractor exhibit.

Lane Electric Brake and Fan Assembly is easy to use, low maintenance, durable, 12/24-volt, with affordable replaceable parts, available in small and large sizes for multiple volumes.

Lane Aviation is a dealer for: • Air Tractor • Storm Cutters • Transland • Pratt & Whitney • Collins Air Conditioner • Onboard Systems • Zee System

• Kawak • Agrinautics • CP Products • Compro Smoker • Flight Grip • Weath-Aero

Lane Aviation also provides a wide variety of other aircraft parts such as Whelen, Cleveland, Hartzell, Spraying Systems, etc.

Stop by our booth #913 for a cold beverage and ask us about our Convention-Special pricing for the Lane Electric Brake and Fan Assembly and Storm Cutters.

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PRODUCING MORE ON THE GROUND MEANS APPLYING THE RIGHT PRODUCTS FROM THE AIR. For growers, feeding more people means producing maximum crop yields from fewer acres. At FMC, we’re doing our part with innovative crop protection products that effectively control pests that compromise crop yield and quality. Thanks to you, they’re able to put them to work

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in the field quickly and efficiently.

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FMC

FMC provides valuable crop protection solutions FMC Corporation has been serving agriculture long enough to know that new challenges in crop management are always on the horizon. Crop by crop, region by region, we’re dedicated to meeting these challenges head-on with innovative crop technologies that add value to your operation. And as we remain committed to investing in farming’s future, we are proud to support the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA).

To find out more about FMC products like Display® and Shark® H2O herbicides, and Hero® and Mustang® Maxx insecticides, see your FMC Star Retailer, visit FMCcrop.com or call 888-59-FMC-AG for more information.

Together, FMC and NAAA work to enhance the efficacy of aerial-applied pesticides. By providing innovative crop protection products, FMC delivers broad-spectrum control and long-lasting activity to take away the challenges growers face today. These products help aerial applicators get effective control of weeds and insects. Bottom line, we’re in this together, and the only factor that determines our success is yours.

The use of aerial applied products often saves growers time.

In order to see high yield results, growers must take an active role in pest management.

The use of aerial applied products often saves growers time. This can be critical during planting and throughout the growing season when pests or disease threaten a crop.

Agricultural aviation and FMC have the same goal – to encourage best management practices. An important player in the overall agriculture industry, aerial application is a critical component of high-yield agriculture. The focus for the grower must be to produce maximum yield. By utilizing aerial applications, growers can be more efficient and effective with their time and resources. This type of best management practice is encouraged by FMC.

Always read and follow label directions. Hero Insecticide and Mustang Maxx are restricted use pesticides. Display and Hero Insecticide are not registered for sale or use in California. Shark H2O is for sale or use only in California. FMC, Display, Shark H2O, Hero, and Mustang Maxx are trademarks and Investing in farming’s future is a service mark of FMC Corporation. ©2014 FMC Corporation. All rights reserved. F100-035237 4/14

A diversified chemical company, FMC has served agricultural, industrial, environmental and consumer markets globally for more than a century with innovative solutions, applications and quality products. The company employs approximately 5,500 people throughout the world, and operates its businesses in three segments; Agricultural Products, Specialty Chemicals and Industrial Chemicals.

To learn more about FMC crop protection products, visit us at booth #803 or go online to www.FMCcrop.com.

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AgriSmart Information Systems

Product preview from AgriSmart Information Systems LLC

Flight Plan Online brings together some of the best technologies to give you a better way to communicate with your customers and manage your business so you can focus on spraying more acres.

You and your pilots will be able to spend more productive time in the air and less time doing paperwork.

Your customers will appreciate the professional and accurate mapping that Flight Plan Online provides as well as its ease of use. They will welcome the ability to track the progress of their job orders with no phone calls.

The most powerful component of Flight plan Online is the ability to process job orders using a centralized online system. This allows you or your customers to submit accurate jobs orders with geo referenced field maps.

As job orders come in you can review them for accuracy and formally accept the work. Job orders can also include sensitive area alerts, field worker alerts, and adjacent crop identification to let you assess the level of risk. You can see all outstanding jobs on a map screen to filter those jobs into the most efficient batches for spraying. You can easily schedule job batches with common products and geographic proximity. Flight Plan Online generates all the information needed by the pilot, including loading sheets, individual job maps, and master maps that give an overview of all field locations.

You can easily upload shape files to your guidance system to make the most of the guidance technology that is already in your plane. After spraying you can record actual application information and if desired, download the data from your guidance system to include as-sprayed imagery. You can then generate invoices from the job details already captured in the process, even on the same day you spray! Flight Plan Online also acts as your electronic system of record keeping, allowing you to generate a formal application report any time to document regulatory compliance. Flight Plan Online communicates wirelessly with the newer guidance systems and is compatible

with Android and iOS devices, enabling you to operate in a paperless way if desired.

Our customers tell us that Flight Plan Online makes their lives better, takes stress out of the cockpit, makes them more efficient internally and brings better communication to their customers.

Bottom line, Flight Plan Online will help you earn

more revenue and maximize your profits by making the most efficient use of your resources.

For more information on Flight Plan Online visit www. agrismartis.com or give them a call at 800-890-6945. See them at Booth #1101 at the show!

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GE Aviation

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GE Aviation’s H Series engine family extends its reach GE Aviation’s H80 engine family continues its growth with more certifications, more deliveries and more applications.

The H80 engine has received certification from 10 aviation authorities to date (EASA, FAA, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Uruguay, Russia and South Africa). GE plans to pursue additional certifications as needed, in support of the growing H80-powered fleet. GE has also received EASA and FAA certification for both the H75 (750 SHP) engine as well as the H85 engine (850 SHP). With this expanded H Series model line, GE Aviation is pursuing new applications worldwide.

To date, GE has delivered over 60 H80 engines to support Thrush 510G production. The Thrush 510G has been well received around the globe with H80powered 510G aircraft in operation in nine countries on four continents. Included in these deliveries were H80 engines to support an order for 20 510G aircraft

by Beidahuang General Aviation Company of China, the largest single order of Thrush Aircraft ever.

“With two full years of service in diverse environments, the engine’s versatility and performance have become clear,” says Jim Stoker, President & Managing Executive of GE’s Business & General Aviation Turboprops. “As we approach our 200th engine delivery, we’re fulfilling our promise to reshape this market by providing innovative technologies like the Electronic Engine Control which is expected to enter service on the Nextant G90XT and more engine choices for operators.”

In 2014, GE Aviation’s H Series engine powered four first flights of all new and engine STC retrofit aircraft: CAIGA’s AG300, an H85–powered, five-seat, light singleengine pressurized turboprop business aircraft with a carbon fiber composite airframe; Nextant Aerospace’s G90XT, a reimagined King Air C90 aircraft featuring new H75 engines, new propellers, Garmin G1000 avionics and new paint and interior; Technoavia’s allnew H80-powered Rysachok twin engine aircraft; Air Tech’s L410 engine upgrade, featuring new H75 engines and enhanced aircraft performance.

GE Aviation has taken steps to ensure customers have support around the world. In 2014, GE added two new Authorized Service Centers (ASC’s) in the

United States: Mid-Continent Aviation in Hayti, MO and Souther Field Aviation in Americus, GA. GE is also authorizing new ASC points in South America like Air Andes in Argentina, to support recent and upcoming deliveries. GE Aviation expects to add additional ASC points in 2015 as the number H Series powered aircraft continues to increase. Line maintenance courses are offered to both ASC’s and customers alike to ensure that both learn how to keep their engines in top operating condition.

The H80 turboprop engine family incorporates GE’s 3-D aerodynamic design techniques and advanced materials to create a powerful, fuel-efficient, durable engine with no recurrent fuel nozzle inspections and no hot section inspection. The engines feature a service life of 3,600 flight-hours or 6,600 cycles between overhauls.

The H80 engine family also offers a standard auto start and limiting unit to simplify engine start-up as well as a choice of propeller governors to allow customers flexibility in propeller selection.

GE Aviation, an operating unit of GE (NYSE: GE), is a world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components and integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft. GE Aviation has a global service network to support these offerings.

For more information Visit us at www.geaviation.com Follow GE Aviation on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ GEAviation YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/user/ GEAviation

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

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

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

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TracMap

TracMap progress continues – interview with North American sales manager Mark Hornback Question: Tracmap recently had an independent survey done with Tracmap customers across North America.

What did you find in the survey?

Mark: I thought it would be very positive, but it turned out incredibly positive. Our customers are very outspoken about Tracmap. Of the customers surveyed, 97% said they would recommend Tracmap to other operators. They also said they would purchase more TracMap systems. That’s a pretty big statement.

Question: What are they so positive about with Tracmap?

Mark: The two major factors were Outstanding Customer Support and being User Friendly. I have customers that help me sell systems. They talk with other pilots about Tracmap, and call me to tell me to call this pilot that had shown interest in their system. That says a lot right there.

Question: Those are some important factors when dealing with GPS mapping systems. Pilots cannot afford to have issues in the field. What makes Tracmap stand out?

Mark: Fortunately, we don’t have a lot of issues with our system. It’s easy to install into the aircraft, and they have been very reliable. Also just having someone answer the phones at all hours for questions is a huge factor.

We work with customers across all time zones, and we are not limited to set hours. Having a centrally located distribution center in Griffin, GA with the ability to ship pretty much anywhere overnight is also a huge plus.

Question: What have been the biggest changes for Tracmap in the last year?

Mark: The outside light bar has been a big factor. We rolled it out last year at NAAA, and it has been going very well. We were selling every light bar we had in

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stock for quite a while. The other big factor for Tracmap is Traclink, our Job Allocation and Proof of Placement System. It’s Google Earth based, and web based. Between Traclink and the wireless transfer of jobs to the aircraft from the office, it’s a very efficient way to go.

Question: How has Traclink been received?

Mark: For those who want to produce maps, and those who want to wirelessly send jobs to aircraft, it’s been going very well. I have some customers using Traclink for just making and or editing polygons. And others that are using it for scheduling of all jobs, and then storing all jobs for future reference. The customers like it because they can click, and create a report for a job done in several different formats to pass on to their customer.

It also works with Flight Plan Online and Agsync easily.

Question: How can Traclink help customers be more efficient?

Mark: I was in New Zealand for the equivalent of their NAAA. It was amazing to see how Tracmap and Traclink are a driving force there. At the convention, Tracmap was the only GPS system to exhibit. I was talking with some operators about Traclink, asking them how Traclink has helped them. I was told in typical Kiwi fashion, that they cannot afford to NOT use it. The time spent in the cockpit trying to get a USB stick to work, or they have the wrong one, etc. cost them a lot of time. Now with it all being sent wirelessly to and from the aircraft has improved their efficiency greatly. I was also told that the cost for a year of Traclink can be recouped in a matter of a couple weeks. In New Zealand, Tracmap dominates the market. Virtually no-one uses anything else now.

Question: We know about their GPS system for ag aviation. What else does TracMap do?

Mark: We have been doing a lot of fire work. The fires

Mark visits Apex Helicopters Inc. in Waterloo, Ontario to do some training with Chris Vankoughnett and his crew. that were in Australia in the last year showcased the capabilities of the Tracmap system. We had systems in all types of aircraft fighting these fires. In Australia you have to show where water was taken from, and where it was dropped as well. Because water is so valuable the water that was taken from dams has to be replaced. The data that the Tracmap system easily generated was key in showing pick up, how many gallons taken from the water source, and where the water was placed. With the wireless ability, Fire Control was able to get the information quickly and accurately to manage the fire.

TracMap is also very big in the ground industry in New Zealand. Most of the fertilizer and a lot of the spray that is applied to New Zealand farms are with TracMap guidance, and now they are rapidly expanding into the viticulture industry in Australia and North America, putting systems on grape harvesters and sprayers. Plus they are also used for lots of other things, like mosquito control, aerial toxic bait, and search and rescue.

Question: So the future is looking good?

Mark: Very much so. I have some great customers that will talk with potential customers about their Tracmap experience. We have a great product, and we are continually adding new functions to the systems in our product line.

Come see us in Louisville at booth 849 34E

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Translands new controller Transland is excited to bring new and improved products to this year’s NAAA show! Here is a sneak peek into what will be at the show.

Transland in conjunction with DynaNav have developed the Transland Universal Gate Controller. The abilities of this new controller offer better precision and control for the operator in real time. Great features like Prescription Mapping, automatic gate adjustments for up and down wind flying and compatibility with the G4 GPS unit give this controller a competitive edge on the available units out there. There is great excitement for this new controller backed with the same great warranty, customer service and reliability Transland customers currently enjoy.

Whether your preference is manual or hydraulic Translands 7½ “gate box is sure to please. Putting out higher rates with the 7½” gate will be a snap!

Designed with compatibility in mind this gate will fit Air Tractor or Thrush aircraft. Transland continues to strive at bringing you the best in quality and functionality for all your dispersal needs. Come interact with the products and meet our sales team at booths 915, 917, and 1016.

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CP06 & CP11TT WHAT A COMBO!!!

Enhancing Operators control of droplet spectrum.

Mitigating drift without changing rates!

Wide range of tips available!

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With Dennis Gardisser PhD P.E WRK of Arkansas

Start out the 2014 NAAA Convention & Expo With the latest information on product enhancement.

Join us December 9th 7-8:30 am in the Cascade Ball Room C Locate Your Dealer and More!

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Quality Equipment for Agricultural and Fire Drops

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GATE BOXES HYDRAULIC & MANUAL

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41” , 38” , and 25” available!

Install or Remove in Just Minutes!!

Stainless Steel & Aluminum Wind Driven & Hydraulic!

Standard or Custom!

Actuate the Hopper Door and Level a load all from the Cockpit!!

Locate Your Dealer and Much More!

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Pratt & Whitney Canada

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P&WC ag team aims for sweet spot to meet operator needs Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC), like no other engine OEM, has built a solid relationship with the agricultural industry. That means developing specific initiatives to address issues faced by the industry and the challenges of running an aerial application business.

“In recent years we have actually accelerated our efforts to put ourselves in our operators’ cockpits and to understand what we can do to make their operations run more efficiently and maximize their profits,” says Denis Parisien, Vice President, General Aviation, Pratt & Whitney Canada. “A number of new initiatives and programs we have introduced were developed by our internal Ag Advisory Board to champion issues for our operators.”

For example, the extended warranty for new PT6A engines, originally announced at the 2013 NAAA Annual Convention, provides greater peace of mind with coverage for five years or 2,500 hours, whichever occurs first, replacing the previous 1,000-hour warranty. This optional extended warranty will be available for purchase in 2015 on new PT6A-powered Ag Aircraft. Customers interested in taking advantage of this offer should inquire at their aircraft dealer.

As well, the company has increased the Time Between Overhaul (TBO) interval for the PT6A-34AG engine from 3,600 hours to 4,000 hours. Considered the workhorse of the Ag industry, the PT6A-34AG engine has over 5.5 million hours of flight to its credit and is the most popular engine in the industry. P&WC has leveraged this experience to justify the increase to aviation authorities and to provide additional value to its customers. Since many Ag operators typically fly 400-500 hours per season, the extended TBO means another year of operation and profits before an overhaul is required.

For the PT6A-34AG – as for all PT6 engines – there are no cycle limitations for TBO. Even with lowcycle fatigue (LCF) parts, the lowest life component on the PT6A-34AG engine has 16,000 cycles which is a standard that most other similar engines are challenged to meet.

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P&WC: “We’ve been taking notes”.

“Our PT6 is a proven, durable product, possessing an exceptional track record that represents great value in the marketplace,” says Parisien. “The PT6A-34AG has been put through its paces for more than five million hours of flight, giving us an incredibly robust database on the engine’s performance and potential.

It’s a competitive advantage that you can’t buy or manufacture overnight and one which we can turn into increased competitive advantage for our customers.

That’s the reason we can extend the PT6A-34AG’s warranty and its TBO with confidence.”

Other distinct benefits of the engine can be traced back to its original design. For example, fuel nozzle and hot section inspections can be conducted on wing.

Proper maintenance means gaining an accurate view of the engine’s internal components on a regular basis to ensure safety and to maximize performance.

P&WC provides for a fully planned maintenance environment that is personalized to meet the needs of the individual operator. Planned maintenance recognizes that Ag operators make money only when they are flying. P&WC offers Engine Condition Trend Monitoring (ECTM) which gives the operator the flexibility of scheduling maintenance events – such as hot section inspections – without interrupting their business operations.

“Our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) network for the Ag market continue to perform well for our operators,” says Parisien. “With both owned and designated facilities within our global service network, we have a proven ability to work quickly and cohesively to address both unexpected issues and regular ongoing maintenance needs. That comes from knowing just how critical an AOG situation can be for an operator and his clients.”

P&WC’s Ag Advisory Board draws its members from virtually every department within the company, including Engineering, Marketing, Customer Service, Leaseco, Field Operations and Communications. Its

mandate is to examine how improvements can be made to the way in which the company interacts with its ag operators. The team takes a highly customercentric approach based on the belief the best way to ensure P&WC’s success is first to help ensure the success of its customers.

P&WC will be donating a PT6A-34AG engine for the NAAA’s live auction to raise funds for the organization and its many programs One of the premiere events on P&WC’s annual calendar is the NAAA Annual Convention to be held this year from December 8th to 11th in Louisville, Kentucky. As it did last year, P&WC will be donating a PT6A-34AG engine for the live auction to raise funds for the organization and its many programs. Last year, P&WC’s donated engine raised more than US$400,000.

The company is also a strong supporter of PAASS (Professional Aerial Applicators’ Support System) which provides continuing education to NAAA members on safety, security and drift mitigation.

“We will once again have our full contingent on hand for NAAA,” says Parisien, “as it’s a prime opportunity to meet with our operators and find out what’s on their minds.”

The P&WC PT6 Maintenance Training & Pilot Familiarization Technical Review, now a recognized seminar for A&P mechanics to meet their IA renewal requirements, will be held on December 7th, while the P&WC reception will take place on the evening of December 9th.

What makes a LEGEND? It starts with an idea, it grows with the PURPOSE to delight CUSTOMERS, and it’s born from VICTORY. But the only legends that are truly worth celebrating are those that carry on long after the first victory lap, where VISION, purpose and success are ongoing.

This is the legend of the PT6 engine.

Visit us at NAAA Booth 921 www.pt6nation.com The Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 Maintenance Training & Pilot Familiarization Technical Review is now a sanctioned seminar for A&P mechanics to meet their IA renewal requirements.

Sunday, December 7, 2014, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Breathitt Room – The Galt House Hotel, Louisville, KY

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ZEE Systems Easy maintenance and efficient ZEE SYSTEMS AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING for

AIRCRAFT

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

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

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

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ZEE Systems introduces its new Z33-8900 Motor Compressor and Z33-89600 Motor Compressor Condenser assemblies with brushless DC variable speed drive motor and direct drive scroll compressor. This system is built for easy maintenance and efficient operation. The motor is more efficient with built in soft start and the scroll compressor means a lower starting and running current. No brushes to change. No pulleys and belts to adjust. With the optional controller the motor speed can be adjusted for desired cooling at the lowest possible current. The Z33-8900 Motor Compressor will be used in all future designs. The SZ43, SZ58 and Z99 drive motors will be phased out with continued parts support planned for several years. The Z33-8900 is designed to easily retrofit current motor compressor designs.

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Rocky Mountain Propellers

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Safety and quality are trademarks Rocky Mountain Propellers, Inc. is an FAA/EASA approved repair facility and is an acknowledged leader for quality servicing of propellers, piston governors and PT-6 governors. Rocky Mountain Propellers services Dowty, Hartzell, McCauley, MT, Ontic, Sensenich and Woodward products and is a distributor for Goodrich De-Ice and Rapco products. Our technicians are

ProPellerS • hartzeLL • mccaULey • DoWty • SenSenIch • mt propeLLer • rapco DIStrIbUtor • WooDWarD • pISton • pt6a

factory trained by the propeller manufacturers so you receive the very best servicing for your aircraft.

Propeller hubs and associated pitch change components are inspected using state-of-the-art non-destructive test methods.

Inspection procedures utilized include magnetic particle, fluorescent dye-penetrate and Eddy Current. All machining and re-plating processes required by Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives are completed in-house to minimize downtime.

• Large Inventory • Same Day ShIppIng • UncompromISeD QUaLIty • competItIve prIceS • WorLD cLaSS Warranty • Factory traIneD technIcIanS

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Safety and quality workmanship are the trademarks of Rocky Mountain Propellers. Our staff of highly trained technicians is equipped to serve the aviators of the Rocky Mountain Region and throughout the world. Our services come with a world-class warranty

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Rocky Mountain Propellers, Inc. is centrally located north of Denver, Colorado. Customers throughout the Rocky Mountain region and the world can rely on prompt and courteous service whether they ship articles in, or fly directly to the facility. With our 21,600 sq. ft. facility with heated hangar, we offer safe, secure indoor storage of aircraft. We strive to serve the aviation industry in a timely manner with a high level of performance, precision and safety.

Specialists in propeller and governor overhaul since 1982. www.rockyprop. com

PIM

943 Booth

Keeping agriculture covered

PIM Aviation Insurance takes pride in being a part of the agricultural aviation family for more than 30 years. Over that time, they’ve developed a host of insurance policies and products to meet the requirements of agricultural aviation industry.

Their AgPack™ is an example of one such offering. It provides a number of policies and coverages to provide the protection needed for the ongoing health and sustainability of the aerial applicators’ business and family including: • Aircraft Hull and Liability • Chemical “Drift” Liability Insurance • Chemical Inventory Coverage • Business Auto Insurance • Workers Compensation Insurance • Airport Liability • GPS Insurance • Employment Practices Liability • Directors and Officers Liability • Environmental Pollution Liability • Property and Contents Coverage (including Inland Marine and Business Income) • Pilot Life Insurance (Group or Individual) for Aerial Applicators • Coverage for other Personal & Business or Commercial Use Aircraft “As the years go on, and technology and litigation continues to advance, new insurance exposures are created that affect aerial applicators,” said Tim Bonnell Sr., Senior Vice President and Director of Aviation for PIM Aviation Insurance, a Division of IMA. “So we’ve continually worked to find insurance policies to address both the new and ongoing exposures that our customers face.”

PIM’s customers ensure that the world’s population has food on their plates. With a mission of such high importance, PIM understands how critical it is to keep aerial applicators covered.

W E ’V E G O T

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

pimi.com

800.826.4442

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Tulsa Aircraft Engines

712 Booth

Maintaining quality and integrity

by Rex Vaughan Tulsa Aircraft Engines has been in business since 1973, and our goal is to produce the best quality engines available and I think our reputation speaks for itself. Tulsa Aircraft Engines overhauls Pratt & Whitney radial engines only, the R-985, R-1340 AN-1, R-1340 AN-2 and the Super 600s. We take pride in our work and customer satisfaction is our main priority.

Last year we purchased an inventory of low-time engines and parts from Duff Aircraft and this year we purchased several core engines and parts from Aero-Engines in California. Now our customers are assured of having an ample supply of parts available. I personally want to thank all of our customers for putting your trust in Tulsa Aircraft Engines, we could not have done it without you!

For any potential customers, call and check our competitive prices and availability of engines. We have the best warranty available and we will stand behind our product!

Specializing in

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

918-838-8532 Fax: 918-838-1659 tae@tulsacoxmail.com Se Habla Espa単ol

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Valley Air Crafts

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Valley Air Crafts rolls out new parts ordering system After three decades serving Central Valley ag operators— ten as a factory-authorized Air Tractor dealer and service center—Valley Air Crafts of Tulare, California has earned its reputation as the go-to resource for aerial applicators throughout California’s verdant Central Valley. “Ag operators here in the Valley know us and rely on us,” says owner Mike Schoenau.

To be even more responsive to customers, a new feature on the Valley Air Crafts website, www.thevalleyaircrafts. com, now offers ag operators a convenient way to order parts with an email request. “We hope our customers will try this new way to order parts,” Schoenau says. “It

assures that their message gets to us. Of course they can still call us, too.”

Valley Air Crafts sells and services the full line of Air Tractor aircraft from facilities at Mefford Field Airport, just outside Tulare. Tulare is about an hour’s drive between Fresno and Bakersfield in the southern Central Valley.

In addition to selling and supporting Air Tractor agricultural and firefighting aircraft, Valley Air Crafts offers maintenance, repairs, and replacement parts for other brands of agricultural spray aircraft, as well as commercial and private aircraft and Robinson helicopters.

At the company’s 8,000-square-foot hangar/ maintenance and parts facility, five maintenance technicians and two parts specialists provide the responsive service and support that Valley Air Crafts’ customers count on to keep flying and working.

“At Valley Air Crafts,” said company president Mike Schoenau, “our customers have come to expect a high level of working knowledge, expertise, and professionalism. And whether they need service, parts, or another Air Tractor, we are going to make sure they get it.”

We’re your full-service authorized Air Tractor dealer selling and supporting the complete line of Air Tractor agricultural and firefighting aircraft. Let us help you get the right Air Tractor for your operation, equipped and set up just like you want it.

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

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Farm Air Inc.

Maintenance is key Each spray season presents challenges, but the key to staying successful is a properly maintained aircraft.

At Farm Air, we do our best to keep the Midwest’s Air Tractors up and running – whatever it takes. Our service staff is comprised of all IA and A&P certified mechanics, who work year round maintaining, repairing and upgrading aircraft.

Most peak season repairs are done in our hangar, but we understand that emergencies occur. For that reason, we offer mobile repair team services for AOG instances. As long as it’s something we can confidently fix off-site, we will assemble the parts needed and come to you!

Come see us at booth 830 on the Louisville Convention Center floor!

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Services we most commonly provide: • Annual Inspections • 100 Hour Inspections • Eddy Current Inspections • Single Point Fuel Installations • Airframe AD Compliance Services • GPS Installations • Landing Gear Replacements • Tire and Brake Services • Wing Repairs • AMSAFE Seatbelt Installations • Engine Borescope Inspections • Spray System Installation/Modification • Propeller Replacements • Certified Wing Spar AD Repairs • Air Conditioning Servicing • Light or Heavy Airframe Repairs

830 Booth

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Kimmel Aviation Ins.

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Kimmel Aviation Insurance arose from a need to write hard to find and much needed insurance on cropdusters in 1972. The insurance side of the business started very pragmatically as customers were coming to the Kimmel Aviation Ag Aircraft dealership to trade in their $500 converted Super Cubs and Stearmans for the more productive and shiny new Cessna Ag Wagons and Ag Trucks. The $20,000 price tag and the ever evolving regulatory environment in the early 1970s mandated that all certified applicators must carry a minimum liability insurance policy or a bond

of $10,000. Cessna Finance also wanted to make sure their loans were protected.

Very few companies would insure ag aircraft back in the early 1970s so Dorothy Kimmel made it her mission to find that coverage for their customers. From its humble beginnings, the insurance part of the business grew and formally incorporated Kimmel Aviation Insurance Agency, Inc. in 1979. Over the years, Dorothy Kimmel has received numerous industry awards including, but not limited to MAAA Outstanding Service Award – 1975, MAAA President’s Award – 1985, WMAAA President, 15 years WMAAA Director to the WNAAA, WNAAA Vice Pres. 1991, WNAAA President 1992, Lee Abide Award – 1998, Arkansas (AAAA) Distinguished service award 2006, MAAA Honorary Lifetime Membership Award – 2006.

In addition, Dorothy also served on numerous committees and served both the NAAA and MAAA for each of her 45+ years as a member of both organizations. Her most outstanding achievement was to raise a family of four boys, all who entered the ag aviation field and chose career paths closely related to ag aviation.

Although Dorothy is still active in the agency, her youngest son, Frank Kimmel, took over the day to day operations of Kimmel Aviation Insurance Agency in 2004. Frank brings with him 14,000 hours of flying experience including 8000+ as an ag pilot. Frank also has his own pedigree of accomplishments — Kenny & Michael Christmas, Christmas Flying Service, SHELBY, MISSISSIPPI including , 1992 John Horne Memorial Safety award (NAAA), Novartis Leadership training delegate – 1998, NAAA Related Service Award – 2008, Arkansas (AAAA) Outstanding Service Award 2008, and the MAAA Allied Industry Associate of the year 2010.

In addition to the ag association awards, Frank was elected by his aviation insurance peers to serve on the Aviation Insurance Association (AIA) Board of Directors in 2005. He served as the Director of the Domestic Agents and Brokers Division until he was elected Vice President of the AIA in 2009 and then AIA President for 2011 – 2012. As you can see, it is true when their ads say, “When you need a respected voice to work for you, “The Kimmel’s Have You Covered”!”

Serving Agricultural Aviation

Reliable Service for over 40 Years

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

800-647-9397

THE KIMMELS HAVE YOU COVERED.

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

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Dallas Airmotive

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AgRight: Decades of PT6A-AG experience and the industry’s most thorough light overhaul

AgRight, powered by Dallas Airmotive, leverages the expertise of one of the world’s foremost independent providers of turbine engine repair and overhaul services. When we tackle a light overhaul for your Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-AG, we draw on 80 years of engine service experience and 50 years of PT6A expertise. Since 1964, when we became the first authorized independent PT6A service center, we have repaired and overhauled thousands of P&WC engines.

WE’VE KNOWN

YOUR YOUR ENGINE

WE’VE KNOWN

ENGINE

SINCE THE DAY IT WAS BORN

AOG Mobile Response Teams When you’re AOG, you need fast, reliable service to minimize downtime and maximize scheduling flexibility. Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation company, delivers 24/7 field service support, with teams available for emergencies or for scheduled diagnosis and repair on the PT6A-AG. We support each field service technician with the in-depth expertise of our 24-hour technical group, F1RST SUPPORT™, taking advantage of the industry’s most sophisticated, cutting-edge technology to provide consistent, effective solutions. All backed by extensive spare parts, components and exchange inventories to keep PT6A operators up and running.

PT6A Regional Turbine Centers Seven Regional Turbine Centers offer quick-turn repair and inspection and can dispatch field technicians to troubleshoot or for engine removal and reinstallation.

• Belo Horizonte, Brazil – +55 (31) 3441 7169 • Charlotte, North Carolina – Stanly County Airport, 704-983-7991 • Dayton, Ohio – Dayton International Airport, 937-890-8276 • Phoenix, Arizona – Deer Valley Airport, 623-824-7961 • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Washington County Airport, 724-206-2320 • Portsmouth, UK – +44 (0)23 9230 4367 • St. Louis, Missouri – Spirit of St. Louis Airport, 636-537-9955 • West Palm Beach, Florida – 561-734-0121

PT6A Capabilities •

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Fuel nozzle cleaning and inspection - Exchange kits available - Same-day flow check for your nozzles Field service support P&WC authorized (DDOF) Light Overhaul and Module Overhaul Programs FOD, MIO, full-service engine repair Hot section inspection – all models Hot section component repair Fly-in facilities Videoscope inspection Engine change (R&R) Power section repair - Over-torque - Lightning strike - Sudden stoppage

If it has to do with a PT6A-AG engine, we know about it. In fact, we’re experts. We were there right from the start, providing factory-authorized service on the PT6 family of engines almost from the day they were first produced more than 50 years ago. And we’ve been a PT6 repair and overhaul leader ever since. Today our commitment is stronger than ever, with a dedicated PT6 repair and overhaul facility at Dallas Love Field and seven PT6A-AG Regional Turbine Centers to ensure fast, convenient service.

Contact us today for all your PT6A-AG needs.

Complete PT6A-AG Repair & Overhaul Capabilities •

OEM-Authorized for All PT6A-AG Models

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Industry-Leading Warranty

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

Tel 636.537.9955

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Trace Engines

TRACE set to launch two new engines MIDLAND, TX—Texas Reciprocating Aircraft Engines, (TRACE) LP in Midland is gearing up to launch two new engines to expand their product line, improve reliability and extend TBO. Announcing the next generation of the powerful TRACE 600 Horsepower V-8 aircraft engine, the TE600A: TRACE Engineers have totally re-designed the top end for increased reliability and removal of the limitations on the valves and lifters. The re-design includes a new head gasket, new valves and springs, new roller tip rocker arms, new pushrods and increased roller hydraulic lifter life. The engine will be fully certified for the 2015 spraying season. Full kits are available for the AT 301, 302, 401 & 402 aircraft with complete installation and airworthiness certificate as an extra cost option. A testing program is under way to extend the current 1500 hour TBO. The objective is to obtain

approval of a 2500 hour TBO to increase TRACE’s life cycle cost advantage over turboprop engines. Call (432) 618-7223 for more information on this exciting new engine for use in the Air Tractor.

TRACE has had many requests for a higher horsepower engine with Electronic Engine Controls making possible fueling options to benefit customers with limited availability of 100LL. We have heard our customers and have responded with a FADEC-powered 750 Horsepower version of the new high reliability 600 engine. This engine, designated as the TE750A is available now in an Experimental version with full Type Certification expected within months. TRACE intends

to certify the TE750A using NO LEAD fuel making it the first high output, turbocharged, piston aircraft engine with this capability. Purchase an Experimental test engine now. For more information call (432) 618-1050 to speak to Jim Moorman, TRACE’s Chief Operating Officer.

TRACE also produces the TowBot, which allows the operator to safely move aircraft by themselves with a remote control towing solution. TowBots can allow the owner to fit more aircraft in their hangar than conventional tugs as well as offer incredible maneuverability. The TowBots are sold around the world through distributors. TowBots are also used in manufacturing facilities such as the Blackhawk production line. Check out our website for specifics on your application at www.tracetowbots.com or give us a call at 432-618-7223

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

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

TC projected for last half of 2014..

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

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NAAA 2014 hotel registration information Join us in Louisville at the beautiful Galt House this December. Stay at The Galt House, in the heart of Louisville, and walk to the Kentucky International Convention Center for the NAAA Trade Show (limited transportation will also be provided) via the Louie Link Skywalk. The Galt House is within walking distance of several main attractions, fabulous restaurants, museums and live entertainment. The Galt House Hotel is the hub of Louisville and is the place to be!

NAAA Hotel Information: The Galt House, 140 North Fourth St. , Louisville, KY 40202 Two Rate Options: 1. $110/night + tax for Rivue Tower (single or double) 2. $130/night + tax for Suite Tower (single or double) Make your reservations at (800) The-Galt or 502-589-5200 (cutoff November 13) Sand Dollar Shuttle: Round Trip for $22. Make your reservation at sandollarlimo.com.

On the “Additional Comments” box on the reservation form, please type in, “AVIATION,” and you’ll receive the discounted price. You can also make your reservations over the phone at 502-561-4022 and give the AVIATION code to the reservation person.

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

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

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NAAA General Session:

Generational diversity in our workforce and the agricultural aviation industry Presented by Shira Harrington With three generations currently in the workforce, generational differences will continue to manifest in different perceptions of work ethic, communication, work-life balance, technology, and career advancement, just to name a few. Furthermore, as the agricultural aviation sector continues to age, the industry must consider ways to recruit and retain the next generation of aviators. This

General Session will include case studies specific to the agricultural aviation industry.

Shira Harrington, founder and president of Purposeful Hire, Inc. and Fortune 100 consultant and staff trainer, and is a keynote presenter on managing the multigenerational workforce. She brings her extensive research and her unique, ‘real world’ perspective of the world at work to bridge the perceived gaps between the generations.

Shira has presented her findings to numerous associations and was the keynote presenter at the Agricultural Retailers Association’s annual conference in 2009. She has been published in the monthly

magazine of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education, was profiled in the Washington Business Journal and is a contributing author to Motivating the Millennial Knowledge Worker.

You will leave the General Session with a better understanding of how to communicate across the many different generations working in the ag aviation industry today.

The General Session is the educational anchor on the second day of the convention, and this year’s session is one that every applicator ought to attend.

Co-Sponsored by Syngenta, Ag Container Recycling Council and AIG.

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Agrinautics SAME SUPERIOR ENGINEERING NOW EVEN MORE PROTECTED! • Hard Anodized Teflon Tuffcoat® Protection

Unsurpassed in quality and engineering

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• 2 Year - 800 Hour Warranty Protection • FAA PMA Protection Maintenance Friendly Pumps, Valves & Strainers For All Aircraft Makes Specialty Application Available www.agrinautics.com 435-586-1200 • sales@agrinautics.com 1215 N. Airport Road • Cedar City, UT 84721

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Agrinautics has been providing the ag industry with superior spray components for over 50 years. Founded by George Sanders in 1958, Agrinautics still takes pride in manufacturing spray pumps and valves that are unsurpassed in quality and engineering. All components of our pumps, valves and strainers are still manufactured on site at Agrinautics so that we have absolute quality control in each casting until it is assembled and sent out the door.

In addition to protecting our pumps and valves with the industry’s best warranty (2-years / 800 hours), we also offer the option of Teflon® Tuffcoating. The hard anodizing and Teflon coating resists wear and corrosion and as an added benefit, makes clean-up a snap. Give it a try today!

Agrinautics would like to thank all our customers for a great year.

1110Davidon Booth

Davidon Inc. manufacturers of the Hi-Tek Rotary Nozzle, Tri-Set Nozzle, and boom clamps are proud to introduce the new gen 4 Hi-Tek Rotary Nozzle and the Tri-Set Nozzle upgrade. We make custom booms with reinforcements for all aircraft including the AT602 and AT-802. We will be showing our newest products at the NAAA Convention in Louisville, Ky. this December. Please come by the Davidon booth 1110 and visit with us.

The first five people to answer this trivia question will each win a 2.5 gal. jug of our famous DRP-955.—“A fence should be built horse high, pig tight and ?????”

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Kawak Aviation

Kawak adds the new T3N “Slim” to its line of throttle quadrants Since the introduction of the Kawak’s T3 throttle quadrant for the Air Tractor 502, 602, 802 and Thrush aircraft, numerous operators have requested a slimmed down version of the popular quadrant for their 402s and 504s. These aircraft along with others such as the B model Ag Cat have a limited envelope between the dump handle and the quadrant.

The quadrant offers all of the features of the original T3 including the “Safelock” gate to prevent the propeller from inadvertently coming out of feather all while being built with a narrower profile. The quadrant also incorporates a heavier power lever for more lateral stiffness. The canted in power lever also addresses the issue of hand clearance between the lever and the cabin wall on the Air Tractor 504.

Gen 4 Hi-Tek Rotary Nozzle

Tri-Set Nozzle

Call, email or fax us today with your spraying needs and let us help you save money and provide quality services to your customers. Our Hi-Tek Rotary Nozzles, Tri-Set Nozzles, and boom systems are the best on the market.

Our DRP-955 Drift Retardant and Penetrator helps control your spray and concentrate your load application.

Ol’ Dusty Says Forgive your enemies; it messes up their heads.

5660 Calhoun Road P. 229-645-3605 Unadilla, GA 31091 F. 229-645-3880 davidononline.com

Kawak has been building throttle quadrants for TPE331 powered aircraft since 1994 and most recently Pratt & Whitney PT6 and General Electric H80 powered aircraft. The next evolution of the Kawak quadrant will be a replacement for those on radial engine powered aircraft most of which are using World War II vintage units.

Kawak has been serving the agricultural aviation community since 1993 providing an array of FAA approved products that include propulsion systems, hydraulic driven spray systems, and other accessories that solve problems, and make the aerial applicator more efficient and profitable.

Booth #1009 & 1010

www.midcont.com • 800-325-0885

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Johnston Aircraft Service

1215 Booth

Progress thru innovation since 1947 We use this occasion to thank our customers in the ag aviation industry. You are the reason we are here.

Since the beginning of Johnston Aircraft Service (JAS) in 1947, we have enthusiastically participated with you in all the positive changes for our industry. From radial engined biplanes converted into ag aircraft to today’s purpose built turbine ag flying machines, we have partnered with you to support positive progress. We have seen spray system technological advances, guidance system’s amazing progress, pilot safety and comfort enhancements and our industry being recognized worldwide for the tremendous support we give agriculture, fire fighting, pipeline patrolling, fish spotting, geological surveying, and much, much more. We can only marvel at what the future will bring.

The knowledge and expertise we have gained in our 67 plus years of existence mean that we can provide you with unparalleled support.

Whether it be parts, maintenance, modifications, rebuilds, aircraft/ engine/propeller sales, or tech support, we are here for you!

Please visit with us at the show in booth 1215.

EVERYTHING THRUSH & BRAVE We sell and install Cascade Engine and Inlet Conversions / Brave Turbine Conversions “Century”

Spar Cap Kit for Thrush Aircraft 60,000 hour fatigue life, at 10,500 gross weight.

We sell and install!

AUTHORIZED THRUSH PARTS DISTRIBUTOR AND SERVICE CENTER

We stock rebuilt Thrush wings

JAS Ultra Thrush.

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

Thrush Landing Gear Repair/Rebuild and Sales.

Thrush Fuselage Repair and Modification.

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

We can completely rebuild / refurbish YOUR Thrush or Brave

Brave Fuselage and Wing Repair and Modification.

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

Parts & Services Catalog Available.

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

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

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Cascade

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Aircraft Conversions

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Cascade Aircraft delivers new STC Cascade Aircraft Conversions delivers its newest STC to Roth Aerial Spraying Inc. in Milford, NE. David Roth receives Cascade’s first power upgrade for the AT502/502B. This new STC utilizes the P&WC 850SHP PT6A-41/42 engine. At 850SHP to 106°F OAT, the PT6A41/42 has been the foundation that has made the King Air B200, the most successful business aircraft in the world. With the prolific success of the King Air, the PT6A-41/42 engines, parts, pricing and availability are exceptional. The increase in performance numbers for the AT-502/502B exceeded Cascade’s expectations and will provide increased productivity for ag operators. The power to carry a full load all day, every day will deliver increased profits and safety margins. Cascade’s Pressure Cowl provides clean air in harsh environments; reducing ITT temps, fuel consumption with easy service and no

Roth Aerial Spraying, Inc. Milford, NE FOD history. The Cascade Pressure Cowl continues to be a must have for the owner/operator to protect their operational investment. Cascade Aircraft Conversions

continues to offer products to benefit the ag market.

Give Cascade a call for these or the other performance products to make your business more profitable.

IT’S ALL ABOUT AIR! 800-716-2550

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

www.cascadeaircraftconversions.com ATTENTION: NEW STC for AT-502/502B Owners PT6A-41/42 850 SHP POWER Upgrade for AT-502/502B aircraft Complete bolt on FWF kit.

New PT6A Engines - Available Cascade Pressure Cowls

for all models of Air Tractor & Thrush • Reduce ITT • Reduce Fuel Consumption • Protect Your Investment - No FOD History

Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for NEW PT6A -15AG & -34AG Engines. Financing available (OAC). New engines in combination with the Cascade Pressure Cowl for unmatched performance, excellent filtration, class leading ease of filter and fuel nozzle maintenance.

Johnston Aircraft Service David Johnston 559-686-1794

DISTRIBUTOR NETWORK Mid-Continent Aircraft Corp.

Dennis Davis 800-325-0885

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

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40 years of non-stop production at Air Tractor LOUISVILLE, KY – Air Tractor President Jim Hirsch says the company plans a big celebration of its 40th anniversary during the 2014 National Agricultural Aviation Association Convention in Louisville, Kentucky. “This year marks our 40th year of continuous production of Air Tractor aircraft and our collaboration with Pratt & Whitney Canada. Ag operators have relied on Air Tractor now for three generations because we’ve provided them with the stability and continuity of an aircraft platform that performs reliably day after day, year after year.”

Since production began in 1974, Air Tractor has become the world’s most popular ag plane, delivering more than 2,500 aircraft powered by the legendary Pratt & Whitney PT-6 turbine engines. “There’s simply no other engine that can approach the PT6 in terms of performance, reliability and worldwide support,” says Hirsch. “Air Tractor and Pratt & Whitney deliver a performanceto-value advantage that’s unmatched.” The company reports that it has built and delivered more than 1,000 of the 502-series aircraft, 600 of the 800-series aircraft, 250 of the 600-series aircraft and more than 1,300 of the 300/400-series aircraft during the past four decades.

“Those numbers tell a simple story: You can depend on Air Tractor. We’re with you all the way.” Hirsch adds.

Early Air Tractor aircraft were powered by Pratt & Whitney R985 and R1340 radial engines. In December of 1979, Air Tractor’s first PT6-powered airplane, the AT400, was test flown. “Today, with the exception of maybe one or two radial engine AT401B airplanes that we produce for customers, all Air Tractor aircraft have the PT6A. Our airframe and the PT6A work well together.

It works well for our customers, too. We have customers who started with us in the 1970s whose grandsons are now flying Air Tractors.”

At last year’s NAAA Convention, Air Tractor announced a special extended warranty program for PT6A series engines and Air Tractor airframes. The program has been popular with Air Tractor customers and is still in effect, reports Hirsch. The program consists of a full warranty on the airframe for 1 year or 500 hours, plus 2 years or 1,000 hours on major structural components.

Air Tractor coupled its airframe warranty with an extended PT6A engine warranty of 2,500 hours or 5 years. Pratt & Whitney announced that their PT6A extended warranty will continue for the first six months of 2015.

In a related development, Pratt & Whitney Canada announced it has extended the PT6A-34AG engine TBO to 4,000 hours. The AT-502B, AT-504 and some AT402B Air Tractor aircraft are equipped with the 750-HP -34 AG engine. “This certainly points to innovation in design and material technologies that our customers have come to expect from Pratt & Whitney PT6A series engines,” notes Hirsch.

Hirsch also hinted at new collaborations in the offing.

“We continue working with Pratt & Whitney Canada to find new ways to improve the performance, economy and value of our aircraft. We know that every ag operator has a sweet spot where his operation and equipment are most profitable, or he wants to move into a new range of productivity. We are working with Pratt & Whitney Canada to provide airframe and engine combinations

“We continue working with Pratt & Whitney Canada to find new ways to improve the performance, economy and value of our aircraft.” – Jim Hirsch

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Jim Pollard preps a PT6A engine for installation on an Air Tractor assembly line.

that get our customers where they want to be. And while I can’t speak specifics at this stage, I’m optimistic about our partnership and what the future holds for our customers.”

about At its Olney Texas manufacturing facilities, Air Tractor produces a line of eight aircraft that includes 400, 500, 600 and 800-gallon capacity planes powered by Pratt & Whitney engines. They are used for agricultural purposes, fire fighting, narcotic crop eradication, fuel-hauling, fighting locust plagues, military strike/ reconnaissance, and cleaning up oil spills in coastal waters. From North, South and Central America, to Australia, Indonesia and China to Spain, Italy, Croatia and Africa, Air Tractor aircraft can be found in more than 30 countries around the world and are supported by a global network of Air Tractor dealers.

Visit Us At The NAAA Convention!

Booth 813

Air Tractor

That’s how we roll.

You’ve got a job to get done. Then on to the next job, and the next. Our job is building the airplane that does your jobs reliably, efficiently. A workhorse that delivers the goods day after day. An airplane that builds your business and keeps you—and your customers—satisfied.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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It’s time to expect more from an aviation insurance broker.

A lot more. Many insurance buyers don’t realize just how much they could be getting from a broker—and how much they might be missing.

Agricultural aviation requires specialized insurance knowledge.

Fortunately, NationAir has provided affordable coverage in this area for over three decades, so we understand all of the details and issues related to the aerial applications business.

We provide you with superior customer care, expert advice and unique services such as contract review and dedicated

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claim advisors.

It’s time to discover better. And NationAir delivers. To learn more, contact a NationAir ag representative today.

• Liability Protection

• Property and Casualty

• Physical Damage Coverage

• Workers’ Compensation

• Fixed Wing or Rotorcraft

• Mosquito Abatement

Tom Kaiser

800-327-2222

Jason Little

855-871-3386

Rob Nadr

800-456-0236

www.NationAir.com

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John Worthing 800-456-0248

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Meeting aerial applicators’ insurance needs NationAir’s experience, history and underwriter relationships make it one of the dominant insurance brokers in the agricultural aviation marketplace. NationAir Aviation Insurance is among the country’s top 10 aviation insurance brokers, as well as a top five broker with significant underwriters. The sheer volume of business that NationAir places, along with its knowledge and reputation for integrity, gives it a level of influence that benefits all of its clients.

Aerial applications represents a significant part of NationAir’s core business. Its professionals have been committed to representing aerial applicators for more than three decades. NationAir’s team knows how challenging and complex this industry can be, and understands what the ag community needs from a broker. NationAir’s influence and experience enable you to get the most competitive rates in the industry, and also gives them early access to key developments from the markets.

In its 35th year of operation, NationAir Aviation Insurance is one of the largest and oldest specialty aviation brokerages in the United States, with three agricultural specialists and representatives in eight locations across the country. While NationAir represents all types of aircraft owners and operators, from homebuilts to regional airlines, agricultural aviation has been one of its specialties since its inception.

NationAir boasts the most knowledgeable, committed service team in the industry, too. NationAir knows it takes more than just one person to handle your insurance needs. Its team approach means there are many people working behind the scenes to assure a rapid response for time-critical issues such as certificate requests. A strong infrastructure, with a highly trained, experienced service team, gives brokers the time to do their jobs while increasing the level of attention you receive. And there’s always a friendly voice at the other end of the phone instead of an endless chain of voice mail options.

What’s more, NationAir offers additional services as part of your basic insurance package. The company’s in-house claims advisors serve as advocates on your behalf, dealing with underwriters and making sure the claims process goes smoothly. A contract specialist, Gary Stewart of Ascot Consulting, reviews your contracts to make sure your interests are fairly represented. NationAir clients receive these services at no additional charge.

Throughout the year, NationAir meets regularly with clients and associates in the aerial applications industry, attending all major national and state association events.

To better share its agricultural knowledge, NationAir publishes Fly Low, Fly Safe, keeping you updated on key industry issues and creating a forum for your questions and concerns. The newsletter, published several times a year, includes articles from industry experts, NationAir brokers, underwriters and claims representatives. To read past issues, visit http://nationair.com/commercial/agaviation.php The agricultural aerial application business is very competitive. You probably get regular requests from brokers to handle your insurance. But only NationAir provides the right combination of experience, knowledge and outstanding customer service.

NationAir will help you find the right coverage at the best rates possible, and review your coverage periodically so it keeps up with you’re the ever-changing agribusiness environment.

Discover better. Discover NationAir. For more information, www.nationair.com.

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AeroFlow Systems

AFS check valves the choice of applicators AFS check valves continue to be the check valve of choice for discerning aerial applicators who are concerned about making their operation leak..and drip...free..

Two models, standard and on-off, allow operators to configure spray booms for quick, easy gallonage change.

The internal screen filters particles to eliminate the cause of check valve leaks.

Join the long list of satisfied customers and start spraying with confidence.

AeroFlow Systems will be in booth 846 in Louisville, come by and say hello.

Standard Check Valve

On-Off Check Valve

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

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

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

www.southwest-airmotive.com 4801 North Tumbleweed Road • Eloy, Arizona 85131

520-466-7274

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The new GUIA Platinum how it will optimize your work flow This year, AG-NAV INC. is excited to introduce its newest guidance system, the AGNAV GUIA PLATINUM. This system is designed like no other navigation system, with no operational costs. With the LINUX based operating system and latest technologies in computer and data communications, this navigation system is truly the top of its class. Providing our clients with the technology to make their jobs easier, safer, and more precise is what we are excited to offer this season.

Making your next job easier: Navigation is easier than ever before with our resistive touch screen and remote 5-way switch. The intuitive screen, combined with our online help, allows you to select the right command and configuration for your navigation needs.

Making your next job safer: Fly with peace of mind, knowing that our obstacle and power line warnings are there with you. Use FAA’s obstacle files, or make your own file to ensure the safest flight.

directly to your system. It also allows you to send emails and spray data from your system directly to your customers or contractors when your job is done.

Come by Booth #1219 and the AG-NAV Team will be happy to show you all of our products and innovations!

Ask us about the Electric Module Flow Control and the Dual Granular Module Flow Control

Making your next job more accurate: The Guia Platinum has auto booms technology, which turns spray on and off automatically. No more worries about when to turn spray on and off. No more worries about spraying over exclusion zones.

The SPRAYVIEWW software has been very successful in helping our clients interface applied data to Google Earth KMZ and KML maps. Data conversion makes it compatible with other GIS software. Upgrades are FREE forever!

Making your next job more effective: The Guia Platinum is compatible with our optional flow and gate control devices. This ensures that you apply the amount you want no matter what speed you’re flying.

The Auto ON/OFF BOOMS. No need to say more - you fly the aircraft, we do the spraying! Our fully automatic on/off valve reacts in a fraction of a second to the maps information. This allows the pilot to fly the lines and maintain the guidance line accuracy. This makes the Nav system fully automatic along with our automatic AG-FLOW control and Agnav guidance systems.

Making your next job more comfortable: The Guia Platinum has 8.4” super bright screen which can display a moving map with Line up or North up depending on your preference. Geo-referenced topographic map background is available. If you work at night, just press a button to change the display from day time mode to night time mode. Or, use the optional NVG Navigation screen for a true night vision usability.

Making your next job more connected: The Guia Platinum has a built in Wi-Fi and 3G module, which allows your customers or contractors to send files

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The SMART BAR (Large & Small), BRIGHT BAR (Large & Small), PILOT INDICATOR hardware suits the requirements for fixed wing aircrafts and helicopters.

Light weight and aerodynamically designed to fit any type of aerial application aircraft. All models will be on display at Booth #1219 right now!

The NAV SYSTEM - The Linux operating system which no license fee and is virus free for the AG-

NAV GUIA allows pilots to navigate through menus with ease. Successful in agricultural, forestry, geophysics, mosquito control and many other airborne applications.

No data cards, no PCMCIA, no memory cards to carry or lose, the Nav system hard drive stores years of data and to download, just a plain USB key will do the trick.

With the AG-NAV GUIA, your data stays in the hard drive until you decide otherwise.

The FLIGHTMASTER and Accuair are designed to meet Mosquito Control Aerial Application specific requirements in the battle against field infestation and Forest Pest Control respectively. On-board weather station provides real-time information on wind speed, wind direction, relative humidity, temperature and barometric pressure. Providing the pilot with swath, directional guidance and other navigational information required to carry out precise offset drift aerial applications.

The AG-FLOW and AG-FLOW1 automatic flow control systems designed to ensure steady application rates by automatically adjusting its flow. The simple and easy installation process guarantees that the AG-FLOW is ready to use right after installation, right when you need it. The AG-FLOW is also capable of variable rate application. The AG-FLOW1 is the only one you need for automatic flow control, working as a standalone unit the system performs same as the Ag-Flow but NO NEED for a guidance system. If you have a Guia Silver or a navigation system from other manufacturers or don’t have a navigation system, the Agflow1 is the perfect choice for you. Data is recorded at all times and can be easily viewed with the FREE Navvieww or licensed Sprayvieww software.

AgNav

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Pickett Equipment

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The best chewing-out I ever received was from an aerial applicator The following is a recounting of events between Mike Jones of Mike Jones Flying Service in Epps, LA and Bill Everett of Pickett Equipment. We thank Mike for his permission to use his name.

have a bone to pick with you,” Mike said.

Having used the traditional 2” Flomax 8 for years, Mike talked with me at the annual state conventions about the 3” Flomax with the 5-vane high speed impeller that Pickett and Flomax developed for aerial applicators.

He’d ask the price, but never ordered one.

Confused, I said, “I’m sorry; I’m not following you.”

“Is there something wrong with the pump,” I asked. “No, Bill,” he said. “What’s wrong is you!”

A few years ago, almost on impulse he said, “I want to take that unit home.”

Before I could say more, he continued, still agitated “I save at least a minute and a half loading; that’s $5.00 in fuel every time I load, not to mention reducing the wasted time on my turbine and my prop. I load several hundred times a year, Bill. That adds up quickly; this is real money.”

Months later, I was driving near his area and stopped in to see him. I saw that he’d put the unit into service.

Although I missed him, I left a note.

He continued, “I’m a small operator: one airplane, me, and a loader man. That’s it. I also found that at the end of the day, we’re not as tired.”

The next day, my phone rang with one irate aerial applicator on the other end. “Bill, sorry I missed you. I

Feeling a little better, I asked, “Why are you upset, Mike?”

“Because of all the years I didn’t have this unit. Because you never told me this pump would do these things for me! Bill, in all the years I’ve ordered equipment from you, why didn’t you tell me that the big unit would make me money and leave me less tired at the end of the day?”

“Bill,” he said,“I truly wish you had made me understand years ago what this pump would do for me.”

He was right; a day in the busy season can be stressful.

Loading fuel or spray solution is an interruption of something else that is productive. Saved minutes, just like saved dollars, can be spent on getting new customers or enjoying the time you have with the best asset of all -- family.

Pickett, like most aerial applicator operations, is a family business. It is our pleasure to help meet your equipment needs. That’s why we give you our cell phone numbers.

We are here to serve you.

Bill Everett: 901-496-8795

Look What We’ve Got.

Come See it For Yourself.

Booth 535 in Louisville!

Up to 390 GPM!

Load an 802: as little as 2-1/2 minutes.

Load a helicopter: as little as 20 seconds.

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800-238-9095 Olive Branch, MS

order onLine! www.epickett.com

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COMPANY, INC.

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AgSync

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Get connected…with AgSync logistics AgSync helps you better manage your business by providing effective tools for monitoring sales, products, applications, and workload across your locations.

Ordering—The AgSync Order Module enables producers, and sales to plan, create, and track work orders online or on smartphones. Our alerts will keep everyone informed throughout the process.

Dispatching—AgSync’s central dispatch provides complete visibility of your daily workload. Work orders can be organized and easily dispatched to your personnel and assets. Dispatchers can export data in many common controller formats and wirelessly transfer data to the machine. AgSync is setup to communicate or export data to accounting systems to minimize duplicate data entry.

Monitoring—AgSync is designed to help you better manage your business by providing effective tools for

monitoring sales, products, applications, and workload across your retail locations. This real-time solution will enable you to make fast and accurate decisions. Assets and daily progress can be visually tracked. You have the power to react quickly and reassign work when those surprises or weather changes occur.

AgSync Mobile Order—The Order Module enables producers, and sales personnel to plan, create, and track work orders online or on their smartphones. Our alerts will keep everyone automatically informed throughout the process. Work orders can then be organized and easily dispatched to your personnel and assets thru AgSync’s dispatch. Applicators can export data in many common controller formats and wirelessly transfer data to the machine.

Operator App—Pilots and other personnel can retrieve electronic work orders with the Operator App, thus eliminating the need for paper copies, and providing

up to the minute changes and updates. In addition ground applicators, aerial applicators, tender operators and loaders can view and arrange daily work on their mobile devices with Operator. Work can be viewed by staging or plant location and users can reassign work to other personnel to assist if necessary. Operator also links the assets in the field to the AgSync system.

AgriSite IPM—The AgriSite IPM system brings scouts, agronomist, ag retailers, and producers together to collaborate on site-specific scouting information.

AgriSite’s mobile app allows scouts to navigate to fields, log geo-referenced field observations, record field notes, and capture pictures. Scouting reports are wirelessly submitted to the AgriSite IPM webapp for agronomist review. If an application is recommended, work orders can be easily created and sent to AgSync logistics for dispatch.

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Aviation Specialties Unlimited Night Vision Goggles improve ag operators’ bottom line and safety BOISE, ID—Flying at night and spraying to protect and nourish crops is not a new concept in the world of ag air aviation, but the integration of Night Vision Goggles (NVG) is making it more efficient by potentially expanding hours of operation, reducing operating expenses, and increasing safety. Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU), has pioneered the use of NVG in the agriculture business by introducing the first FAA approved STCs into the market.

Bruce Hubler, President of Valley Air Services, was among the early adopters of NVG in the industry.

ASU modified three of Hubler’s aircraft, including two Thrush and one Dromader models, and sold Hubler his first set of goggles.

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“Flying NVG reduces a pilots workload which means the hours he’s out there, he’s going to work more efficiently, feel more confident, comfortable, and less stressed,” said Hubler. “Flying on a very dark night, you can be more proficient in your turns, and get the same job done faster, burning less fuel than you can without flying NVG. In a short time, the increased productivity and fuel savings offset the expense of purchasing the goggles and cockpit modification.“They basically paid for themselves during my first season flying with them.”

While flying at night using goggles has the potential to reduce overhead costs, there is another very important value added benefit to operators; increased safety. Flying under NVG gives pilots close to daytime vision. Goggles

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help to identify obstacles like wires, trees and other obstructions that can become hazardous even during daytime operations. “When you increase your visual acuity, you actually increase the cues that add depth perception at night,” states Hubler. “I’ve done it in the military, and now I’ve done it as a civilian. Both times, once you begin flying with goggles, there’s no going back. It’s just too good of an experience.”

To schedule a demonstration while at NAAA booth 601, contact Mike Oster at moster@asu-nvg.com or call 844-ASU-INFO/844-278-4636 or stop by.

about ASU Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU), http://www.asunvg.com was established in 1995 to meet the growing demand for aviation night vision systems. Since that time, the company has earned a reputation as a leading innovator in aviation night vision imaging system design, manufacturing, installation, certification, sales, training and service.

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APS Brakes

“BlackSteel®” Brakes – high performance starts with the right parts Aviation Products Systems, Inc. has been manufacturing “BlackSteel®” brakes for the past decade. During this time, they’ve developed some of the best general aviation aircraft brake discs available. APS brake products are designed and fabricated with the durability to withstand harsh environmental conditions, as well as the heavy braking associated with agricultural work, resulting in greater safety margins.

APS brake products offer these advantages at a very economical price, providing lower operating costs to the operators. With APS distributors strategically located around the world, availability of the APS brake products is excellent.

APS brake products are a truly innovative product at a cost effective price and worth your time to explore. Check it out at www.apsbrakes.com!

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Precision Tolerances

Proprietary Heat-Treatment

Sinusoidal Radius

HIGH PERFORMANCE STARTS WITH THE RIGHT PARTS VISIT US

APS has designed a high quality brake disc that has established itself as the benchmark among aircraft brake discs. A true blend of strength and durability.

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

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

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CAIG

At Corporate Aviation Insurance Group, we’re more than just an insurance policy Aerial applicators provide an invaluable service to such an important customer base.

We here at CAIG like to think that we do the exact same thing for our aerial applicators.

Coming from a farming background, our staff understands and appreciates the importance of having that personal touch and that level of comfort with the people you work with.

Are You Paying Too Much for Your Insurance?

Our Customized Competitive Plans Will Help Grow Your Business.

Trust CAIG to give you the best possible quote for you and your business to be successful. For both fixed wing and rotor wing, our agents work every day with aerial agriculture pilots and companies. We’re committed to providing you with the right coverage at the lowest possible price.

» Direct access to the major insurers in the industry » We’ll come to you to discuss business – no matter where you live » Custom plans with monthly or quarterly payments

That’s why we pride ourselves on making every effort to meet in person with each applicator we insure regardless of their location in the country. Not only does this give us the opportunity to shake hands, but it also gives us a chance to see their operation first hand to better understand exactly what they need covered.

To request a quote on your current insurance program, contact:

Having a complete picture of each applicator’s risk profile means we can better relay the information to each carrier we work with. In turn, those carriers can more accurately rate their insurance policy ensuring that each proposal is the absolute best it can possibly be – both from a coverage standpoint as well as a premium standpoint.

You already have enough moving parts in securing work; we’re not going to be the reason you’re held up. To supplement that, we also have flexible payment terms that allow for a much easier budgeting process.

Matt Drummelsmith (888) 653-4440 matt@corporateaviationinsurance.com

Tim Edmonds (270) 559-1631

tim@corporateaviationinsurance.com

CORPORATE AVIATION INSURANCE GROUP 5501 U.S. H W Y 30 W. • FORT WAY N E , I N , 4 68 1 8 CORPORATEAVIATIONINSURANCE.COM

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Winglet Technology for Ag–Aircraft • WIDER SWATH • IMPROVED SPRAY PATTERN • INCREASED AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

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Ag-Tip Winglets are being re-engineered

AG-TIP winglets do not affect the FAA certified fatigue lives of the Air Tractor 301,400 series, Thrush and Cessna installations. AG-TIPS are also in the process of being certified for the new Thrush H80.

Winglet technology for agricultural aircraft provides several benefits. Winglets diffuse wingtip vortices. Independent studies show that the AG-TIPS installation reduces drag, reduces the impact on spray particles for a wider swath, and with the proper spray system set-up reduces drift.

AG-TIPS winglets are STC’d for most models of Air Tractor, Thrush, and Cessna agricultural aircraft. Production has started, so get your set ordered today in order to enjoy the benefits for next season.

Rick Marburger • 701-572-3514 STC’d for Thrush, Air Tractor and Cessna Email: rckmrbrgr@gmail.com

Rick Marburger Phone : 701-572 3514 Email: rckmrbrgr@gmail.com

Aviation Restraint Technology Seatbelt airbag systems for your ag aircraft

FOR ALL YOUR SPRAYING NEEDS: WEATH-AERO FAN • HYDRAULIC ELECTRIC • VALVE FOR MORE INFO CONTACT: NAAA Booth # 1204 Visit us and ask about the Show Specials!

Richard Heitzman, Sales Manager AmSafe, Inc. • 1043 N. 47th Avenue • Phoenix, AZ 85043

Tel: 830.537.5601 • Cell: 830.822.8068 Email: rheitzman@amsafe.com

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JIM GRAVES 233 SAFETY ROAD • HOUMA, LA 70363

985-868-1477 www.autocalflow.com autocalflow@aol.com

Arnold’s Jewelry

Buying a Rolex

Your season was long.

You worked hard.

You deserve it.

by Ben Wade It is hard to justify the cost of a Rolex watch, solely because it is a watch. I don’t know that you can. I tell my wife, it is not a watch. It is a very nice bracelet that just happens to give the time. It is even more difficult to justify buying a brand new Rolex. These watches, not unlike the turbine ag-aircraft engine, just keep on keeping on. They should.

However, a person can save a significant amount of money buying a used Rolex; sometimes half the cost of new. Even a new one becomes a used one the day it is worn.

But, buying a used Rolex can be testy. First, is it really a Rolex or some knock-off from Paraguay? When was the last time it was serviced and does it have a warranty? Aside the apparent need for the used Rolex to look new, it has to have a warranty and come from a reputable jeweler.

“Not affiliated with Rolex USA”

This is Arnold’s Jewelers’ 30th year in business selling used Rolexes. All used Rolexes from our store have been carefully inspected for authenticity and serviced with a full one year warranty. Some, even come with a two-year warranty. And, all have a buy-back offer.

You have just finished up your season. It was long and hard. You deserve to reward yourself. A used Rolex from Arnold’s Jewelers can fulfill that longtime dream of owning a master timepiece, or upgrading the Rolex you own now. You can buy with confidence knowing not only did you save money, but that you are getting what you paid for.

Give Ben Wade at Arnold’s Jewelers a call at 727-586-0414, or send an email to ben@ arnoldjewelers.com. Be sure to say AgAir Update sent you and you are asking about the Ag-Pilot Special.

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44 NAAA conventions and counting Do you spend your time at the NAAA Convention wisely? The evolution of the event has spun it from nearly a week-long event to just two short days in the convention hall. This is an advantage of both the attendee (you) and the exhibitor (us), if you know where to go and who to see.

At the Sky Tractor booth, we will have an exciting new look for this year’s show. We will have helmets, nozzles, all sorts of ag-aviation goodies and of course, Satloc GPS hands-on displays for you to view.

Sky Tractor knows the items it sells; we use them regularly in our operation. So when you call, we know what you’re talking about. We take pride in our traditional efforts of same day shipping to meet your needs.This industry can’t afford downtime.

Sky Tractor is always ready and waiting for your call whenever you need us.

We will have the 2014 commemorative NAAA coffee cups. Be sure to keep your collection growing! And finally, we will have the same qualified staff that you’ve grown accustomed to seeing every year at the national convention. Do stop by for a chat, glean some knowledge and renew old friendship and make new ones with our Sky Tractor people.

All of the above are great reasons to stop by the Sky Tractor booth. Sky Tractor is excited to join with you in Kentucky in 2014 and look forward to visiting with you. This year marks the 44th convention for Sky Tractor! See you there!

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Keeping Ag Cats in the air 2015 looks to be a monumental year as Hershey Flying Service is set to break ground on a new 22,000 square foot facility in David City, Nebraska. This is just another step in the process of upgrading the infrastructure and capabilities of the world’s leader in Ag Cat parts and service. This new facility located within easy driving distance of Omaha and Lincoln, Nebraska will afford us the opportunity to draw from a large pool of aviation technicians to increase our efficiency and throughput of parts and service.

Hershey has long been known for keeping Ag Cats in the air, but we are now beginning to branch out to other makes and models of ag planes. Our latest STC, “Storm Cutters” for Air Tractors, made their way onto the scene this past summer. Storm Cutters are the newest advancement in wire cutter technology. The blade is heat treated by a special process that case hardens the blade but still allows it to flex with the gear. Spacer blocks have been positioned along the blade to increase strength and stabilize the blade in case of a strike. Adel clamps positioned along the trailing edge of the landing gear secure the brake line and do away with the standard black zip ties currently used. Storm Cutters are now available and in stock for the 500 series Air Tractors, and we are currently taking orders for every other model of Air Tractor from the 300-800 series. This is yet another advancement in safety for the ag industry. Hershey Flying Service truly is “Everything Ag Cat.....and more.”

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Insero Roadshow If you are not keeping up with the latest features and trends in technology, you may be missing opportunities and falling behind your competition. You may not be feeling any pain today but technology has a way of moving so quickly that you may find yourself behind the learning curve in the blink of an eye. But don’t panic, this does not mean you need to be able to use your watch to pay for groceries or check-in with friends using Foursquare’s Swarm App. However, becoming informed about the latest additions to the technology that you use in your business can make the difference between what you can provide to your customers vs what your competitor provides.

throughout the trip. Insero will also hold a fly-in in west Texas at Levelland on Nov 21st. The fly-in will feature a training session on the G4, Connectivity, IntelliFlow and Bantam software.

Insero Job #1 – Support

In between the state shows, Anthony Fay will be visiting with customers throughout the countryside. If you would like to get a better understanding of Satloc systems, or if you would like help with specific features of the system, including connecting the system through Wi-Fi or over the internet, contact Anthony Fay at 480285-4367. The goal of the Insero Roadshow is to bring support to customers’ doorsteps.

The key to understanding and successfully integrating new technology into your business is getting good training and support. This is especially true of GPS Guidance Systems and the software and peripheral equipment that can be used with them to back your aerial application business. Coming this fall and winter, Insero looks to bring comprehensive training and support for all of this, straight to customers’ backyards.

Launched in late in October, Insero’s Roadshow will begin its travels to 21 events – mostly state and the national shows in North America. Insero will be driving across the country with new systems and parts available upon customer request. On-site repair services, training or upgrades can be arranged as well by contacting Insero over the next few months.

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Also during the winter, Insero will host two training seminars in Tempe, Arizona. These all-day events will be reminiscent of the training sessions that were held in Arizona years ago when Satloc was working with pilots each month to increase the knowledge base of the general user. They will feature hands-on training with Satloc simulation software and a chance to work oneon-one with the trainers.

Insero – What do they do?

Insero is a distributor for Satloc, selling new systems and repairing any Satloc component – new or old.

With new equipment, Insero is servicing Bantams, G4s and IntelliFlows – repairing components or updating systems to the latest firmware and software. Insero recommends that customers get their CPUs (from any and all systems) to re-image their hard drives before each season. This refreshes the hard drive and rids the system of any issues that could be building in an operating system after being used for extended periods

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of time. It also ensures that you are using the latest software. It’s the best way to start each season knowing you have what you need to begin your business year.

Insero also workshops Legacy systems and has the ability to repair aging units such as the M3. As a promotion, through the winter of 2015, Insero will take any system in for a free evaluation. Contact Insero to discuss availability of hard-to-find M3 motherboards and other M3 components. And as a reminder, all M3 CPUs can be upgraded to work from a USB stick instead of a PCMCIA Card or Compact Flash card.

Help with Software, Peripherals and Upgrades Insero can work with you on a myriad of software items including any maps needed for variable rate applications. Insero recently added the ability to create maps (Pmaps) for dry applications. Send in any Variable Rate Shape file and it can be converted into a Pmap ready for use in the G4 or M3. In addition, Insero can help with any of your file conversion needs. Create or convert to kml (for Google Earth), Shape, Pmaps and more. Contact Insero for conversion utilities or to setup a webinar to walk a person or group through any of the software processes.

Insero can also help you use and connect to web-based software platforms and interface to a host of peripheral devices. Everything from the web-based platforms of HQ, AgSync or FlightPlanOnline or even something as simple as DropBox or MapStar.

Have you ever wanted to run a camera in-flight? Connect a camera to the G4 and take pics or video while you fly.

With other hardware, you can connect a laser altimeter, or the AIMMS-30 onboard wind measurement and meteorological data system or even an engine trend monitor. For recording, most of this information can be saved as part of the log for future review.

If technology is a weakness for you, then work with Insero to turn that weakness into a strength. With the right help, technology can be a serious weapon in your company’s arsenal. To hear about the latest and greatest features in GPS, or if you simply want to install or learn about a particular software, let Insero support you in your everyday environment. Only you know the best decisions for your company – let Insero help give you the information you need to make the most informed decision.

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2014 NAAA concurrent and company sessions • • • •

Several “Concurrent and Company Sessions” are spread throughout the 2014 NAAA Convention Schedule.

Concurrent Sessions are organized by NAAA with particular assistance from its Allied Industry Committee to provide information of general interest to the aerial application industry. Company Sessions are organized by individual companies to showcase their particular products and services. Watch the schedule as it develops and plan to attend as many Concurrent Sessions as possible.

Radial Engine Session Thrush Aircraft Session TPE-331 Engine Session UAV Session

Thursday afternoon lineup •

This year’s session include: • Air Tractor Inc. Session • Chemical Session • Compaass Rose & “Ask The Expert” Speed Mentoring Session • Cover Crops Session • FAA/Security Session • Firefighting Session • Helicopter Session • PT6A Turbine Engine Session

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NAAREF Safety Session - NAAA and NAAREF are proud to continue offering this educational and popular session, which kicked off at last year’s NAAA Convention. This safety program is presented by the people that bring you the PAASS Program and is a must-attend event for all attendees, regardless of experience level. This year’s session will discuss ethics as it applies to everyday life in the ag aviation industry. You can never learn enough about safety as an operator and pilot in the aerial application industry. To be held on Thursday, Dec. 11 from 1:15 - 2:30 p.m. at The Galt House.

Cover Crops Session - Interested in learning more about cover crop seeding? Aerial applicators are uniquely qualified to help farmers meet

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their cover crop objectives because no method of application can seed more acres of cover crops within the allowable window to get good establishment more quickly than an ag aircraft.

Cover crops could be a real boon to your business!

To be held Thursday, Dec. 11 from 2:45 - 4:15 p.m.

“Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session - If you’ve been in the industry less than five years, don’t miss NAAA’s “Ask the Expert” Speed Mentoring Session. It’s a fast-paced orientation session for new and prospective ag pilots designed to shed light on what an aerial applicator’s life is really like. A series of 10-minute speed mentoring rounds will be led by experienced operators and pilots, insurance representatives, regulatory personnel and ag schools. This is your chance to pose questions to industry experts in a smaller group setting than Compaass Rose. To be held Thursday, Dec. 11 from 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. at The Galt House.

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Turbine Installation

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Turbine Installation received final FAA STC approval for the installation of the Honeywell TPE331-14GR engine in the Air Tractor AT-802 airframe in June 2014 bringing AT-802 operators the ability to optimize the efficiency of this aircraft. This efficiency is coming in the form of lower fuel consumption, lower maintenance costs and the ability to haul a full hopper in all conditions.

The prototype AT802-14 has been in service with the national S.E.A.T. program providing unparalleled performance in the 800 gallon class. With the addition of the second TPE331-14GR powered aircraft to the firefighting fleet it continues to prove the benefits and performance of this powerplant.

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All agricultural operators can realize the fuel efficiency, maintenance savings and higher hourly production this engine combination has to offer as well as our other Honeywell TPE331 engine installations.

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

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Precision agriculture – Are you ready?

“Precision Agriculture” is a prominent buzzword in the industry today as just about every farming practice has some reference to precision. As seen at this year’s InfoAg conference in St. Louis, technology has become commonplace in all aspects of farming. Today’s growers are adopting technology at an ever increasing rate because it is providing them with tangible results in the form of greater efficiency, higher yields, and substantive economic returns. Another driving force towards technology is a term that you routinely hear is “Sustainability”. Sustainability practices are being integrated into policies and business plans across government and suppliers of consumer products.

Many companies like Walmart and Costco are demanding that every aspect of their supply chain meet their sustainability goals.

What’s that got to do with your operation? It means that growers are going to demand that your aircraft have comparable precision application capabilities to that of a ground rig. Applications must be made with exactly the right amount of material in the right location and have all the data logging capabilities to feed into a grower’s crop management system. Prescription applications will be the norm. The tangible result for the grower as has been demonstrated with ground rigs, is increased and more consistent yields, and in many cases, reduced material costs. The efficient use of ag chemicals no matter what the application method will be essential in meeting both the customer and the public’s sustainability expectations.

In the early 1990s when GPS guidance systems were still in their infancy, Kawak Aviation Technologies recognized the potential to combine the benefits of hydraulics with GPS control. Kawak Aviation has designed and supplied FAA approved hydraulic systems for 23 years supported by a background in the industrial hydraulic business for over 35 years. After receiving FAA approval in 2002 for an engine driven hydraulic system on the AT 802, Kawak along with Air Repair, Satloc, Jensen Aircraft Services, and a group of progressive minded California and Mississippi aerial applicators, combined the hydraulic driven chemical

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system with liquid flow control, GPS, and prescription mapping. The system ultimately was tested on a USDA Air Tractor 402 and was shown to provide excellent results with regards to accuracy and speed of rate changes utilizing a prescription map.

In 2004, Air Repair and Kawak began a collaborative effort to develop a system that would give applicators all of the benefits of hydraulic control at a lower price point by utilizing an electro/hydraulic power unit. The system was designed primarily for dry flow control operation however the intention was to have a single power unit that could power not only the gate box, but boom valve, hopper door, flap system or any combination as well. A modular unit with the ability to have additional functions layered on depending on applicator preference.

“Precision Agriculture” is a prominent buzzword in the industry today as just about every farming practice has some reference to precision.

The system has demonstrated 10 years of successful field proven service and during that time Air Repair and Kawak have continued to add capabilities as new technology has become available. The latest gate box control features a new Parker touch screen display with advanced software developed by Air Repair for the Parker control. The software was designed for total compatibility with the Satloc G4 system in order to provide both constant and variable rate functions for dry flow control. The control provides more than just simple repeatability of the gate box opening. A popular feature is the one touch gate cleanout. This allows momentary opening of the gate in order to clear a clump of material or in the case of liquid, drop as

little as 5 gallons and immediately return to the set gate opening. The control operates in conjunction with the gate actuating cylinder that contains an integral position feedback sensor or what has been generically referred to a as a “Smart Cylinder”. Kawak designed a smart cylinder retrofit for the 10” gate in 2003 to replace the low resolution encoder that was standard on the original 10” Transland gate. Kawak/ ARI also offers the only smart cylinder system for 5” gates which utilizes the same hardware and control as its 10” counterpart.

Historically, the relationship between Kawak and Air Repair has been Kawak handling the engineering, FAA certification, and manufacturing of the hydraulic system components. Air Repair has contributed design and installation details along with software and control development. Additionally, Air Repair has been the primary sales outlet and provided installation services. Gate systems will now also be available through Kawak and its distributors which will provide customers with a comprehensive network for new systems, parts, installations, and technical support.

Air Repair and Kawak’s goal is to provide applicators with an STC’d gate box system that offers the most features, best technology, best support, and be the best investment you can make on your aircraft.

When you say, “There’s just not much call for prescription applications in my area”, you better finish the sentence with “yet”. Precision application equipment on an ag aircraft will be as routine as GPS and turbine engines (remember how many naysayers there were with those?). If you’re not doing prescription work today then take advantage of the constant flow capabilities to give your customer the best job possible. The time you spend agonizing over equipping your aircraft with the most technologically advanced application system will be the time your competitor is already out flying your customer’s fields.

Make the decision to be a leader in the industry, not a follower!”

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Trent travels the globe to unearth stories about the people involved in the many different facets of production agriculture and to spread the good word about food producers.

In 2013, Trent traveled to 22 different states, Ireland and Canada to share his passion for an industry he truly believes in. He encourages producers to stand up and proudly tell consumers about life on their operations. He utilizes modern technologies to share

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Trent Loos his experiences abroad and to “spread the good word” about this age-old and “essential to life” industry with his radio and web audience.

In 2008, Trent was recognized by West Quest as the “Voice of Rural America.”

Written Loos Tales columns are printed weekly in the High Plains Journal and reprinted in countless other publications. He enjoys volunteering when he can with the All-American Beef Battalion.

Trent was raised on a diversified farm near Quincy, IL and got his start in swine production with a runt pig at the age of five. He and his father expanded their operation to a purebred seedstock company that supplied boars and gilts to producers nationwide. Along the way, he earned an American Farmer Degree in FFA and won numerous awards at state and national swine shows. In 1990, Trent expanded his operation to include purebred Limousin and Angus cattle. Quarterhorses were added to the mix in the late ‘90’s, meat goats came to the ranch in 2008 and now the family is returning to its pigrearing roots with 40 sows. Last year they sold prize-winning show pigs into 12 different states.

Trent and his wife Kelli enjoy living on the ranch in central Nebraska with their daughters, Libbi, Lindsi and Landri.

Their adventures as a family include traveling, training and riding horses, youth sports, 4-H and archery.

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Covington Aircraft Engines

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Covington Aircraft’s Tunica, Mississippi location expands Since 1972, Covington Aircraft has worked very hard maintaining their four core values of integrity, dependability, affordability and quality service.

Quality Service is one attribute that Covington is constantly monitoring and has always taken very seriously.

Aaron Abbott, Covington’s Executive Vice President, says, “Just because we think we’re serving the customers’ needs doesn’t always make it true. We depend on our customers to tell us whether we’re making the grade or not. As we’ve traveled to the many ag shows, a repeated comment has surfaced over the last few years. We wish you were more accessible and closer to us along the Mississippi River Delta.”

Covingtons’ new Tunica Mississippi location is an answer to those customer requests. Covington’s desire is to provide the same quality service customers have grown accustomed to having at the Covington Oklahoma location. Located just minutes from Memphis, their new state of the art facility will fulfill what their “Delta” customers are looking for.

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Dependable, quality service close to home. Just out of Class B airspace on the new Tunica airport, Covington will be centrally located in the Mississippi Delta and able to provide expedited service to ag and corporate customers in the region.

“Our intentions in Tunica are to support our customers with rental power sections, engines and props,” says Luke Abbott, Covington Aircraft Engines President and Operations Manager of the Tunica location. “Whether a job requires the use of our airborne Mobile Response Team, one of our Mobile Response Team trucks, or our Tunica fly-in facility, we will only be minutes away from supporting a customer that needs assistance.

We also intend to inventory the accessories, parts and products that our customers may need. Whether you fly into our Tunica hangar or we come to yours, you will be able to depend on our Tunica crew and you can expect the same great service you have received from Covington Aircraft over the past 40 years. Covington will be Covington whether we are answering the phone in the ‘Delta’ or in Oklahoma. You will deal with the same people you are used to dealing with in Oklahoma.

My family has relocated to the Tunica area and more Covington folks are on the way. We are serious about working and living here in the Delta, close to our customers.”

The Tunica location is capable of taking care of your needs whether it’s an older PT6A-20 or the new PT6A-67F or even a radial engine. David Hamilton, Covington’s VP of sales says: “This isn’t an R & I shop solely depending on our facility in Oklahoma to carry the mechanical and technical load. In our newly expanded shop-space. we are equipped and ready to perform complete hot sections and power sections. We’ve added balancing equipment, lathes, and enhanced our NDT capabilities.” With Covington’s extensive rental pool, Pratt & Whitney Canada warranty support, and new or overhauled parts and engines, Covington is proud to be a part of what’s going on in the Mississippi Delta.

For more information about Covington Aircraft Tunica or to find out more about what Covington Aircraft has to offer, visit us on the web at covingtonaircraft.com or follow us on social media.

advertisers’ booth numbers AeroFlow, Inc 846 AgAir Update 828 Ag Air Turbines, Inc. 1040 Ag Tips -Aero Spraying Service 1243 Ag-Nav, Inc. 1219 Agjunction / Satloc 829 AgriData Inc 1100 Agrinautics 1108 AgriSmart Information Systems LLC 1101 AgSync 641 Agtelligent 800 Air Repair, Inc. 414 Air Tractor Inc 813 & 717 Amsafe Aviation 1204 ASI Jet Sales, LLC 1235 Auto-Cal, Inc. 1324 Aviation Products Systems (APS) 1012 Aviation Specialties Unlimited ASU 601 Battlefords Airspray 906 Cascade Aircraft Conversions LLC 1306 Corporate Aviation Insurance 1332 Covington Aircraft 929 CP Products 915 Dallas Airmotive, Inc. 808 DataSmart Software 1104

Davidon 1110 Dyna Nav Systems, Inc. 1014 Eagle Vistas LLC 510 Electronics International, Inc. EI 1233 Falcon Insurance Agency, Inc. 600 Farm Air. Inc 830 Fire Boss / Wipaire 1300 Flight Grip, LLC 1207 Flying Tiger Aviation 1200 FMC Corp.

803 Frost Flying Inc. 718 Garrco Products, Inc. 748 GE Aviation 935 Hardy Aviation Ins Inc. 1001 Hershey Flying Service 1322 Insero 1005 Intercontinental Jet Corp 728 Isolair, Inc. 735 J & C Enterprises, Inc 502 Johnston Aircraft Service, Inc. 1215 Kansas Aviation of Independence 528 Kawak Aviation Technologies 420 Kimmel Aviation Insurance 608 Lane Aviation Inc. 913 Machida Borescopes 801

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The new L7 lightbar and 7” screen Satloc released the new L7 Lightbar in 2013. Both the Satloc G4 and Satloc Bantam are now offering the L7 as a standard lightbar. When the L7 is coupled with the G4, it features four LED displays with over 20 different options to view in each window. The high bright LEDs are the brightest LEDs that Satloc has ever used in a lightbar.

The L7 now offers an additional set of LEDs that can be used with a G4 for distance to a boundary edge, mark or waypoint.

LiteStar IIs also include the L7 as the standard lightbar, and all M3s can upgrade to the L7 Lightbar. Bantams, M3s and LiteStar IIs run in legacy mode with a 2-window display only. The L7 is completely waterpoof.

existing 9” G4 screen. Like the G4 screen, it has a high brightness feature for clear visibility in bright sunlight, and it allows low dimming for night flying.

Connectivity with G4 and HQ The Satloc G4 includes a connectivity kit and a subscription to HQ, the AgJunction web-based program designed for the aerial application industry. HQ can be run on a tablet PC, office computer or mobile device.

The connectivity kit allows an operation to move data quickly and save time. It includes both a Wi-Fi and a cell-based modem, a router with amplifier, a video camera and an audio modem to connect a headset through the G4.

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New 7” Screen At the NAAA convention in Dec 2014, Satloc will release a custom 7” touch screen that can be used with the Bantam or G4. Its overall length and width dimensions are the same as the current 7” Bantam screen, but the new screen is designed by Satloc and modeled after the

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HQ is a web-based program for viewing aircraft and field data over Google Earth or Bing Maps. With HQ, aircraft can be tracked in real-time, log files can be stored and reviewed, job files can be created and the G4 can be accessed through remote access. Weather data can be accessed through HQ and locations can be pinpointed through Lat/Lon searches or through entry of legal descriptions (Section/Township/Range). Spray Data reports and As-Applied maps can be generated and emailed straight from HQ. The AgJunction Prescription Map generator is being implemented into the HQ program and will be available for the 2015 season. It allows for the creation of both liquid and dry-based prescription maps for variable rate applications. Existing Shape files can also be converted

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into Satloc prescription maps.

Wi-Fi Data Movement Every G4 is equipped with a Wi-Fi modem and router with amplifying antenna to allow logs and jobs to be synced with an office computer or tablet PC. The modem can be used to automatically move data from the aircraft to the office (or mobile device) without having to manually transfer through a USB stick.

Cell-based modem A cell-based modem can be used with the G4 in order to upload and download data in real-time. HQ can be used to send Job files on-the-fly to an aircraft or multiple aircraft. Job files are sent to specific G4s and stored in the cloud until downloading with a button push on the G4. Job files can be created and stored in HQ. Log files are associated with stored Job files for printing and emailing reports.

Remote Access A G4 can be accessed in real time from any remote computer through HQ. Through HQ, the G4 can be emulated on a remote computer screen (or mobile device) when the G4 is connected with a cell-based modem. This allows the pilot to pass access to another location so buttons can be activated remotely. This can be used for training and/or trouble-shooting.

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The Satloc® G4™

Advanced Aerial Guidance

Key G4 Features

L7 Lightbar

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

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

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

HQ™ Instant Data Push/Pull

• FAA obstacle warning database

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

• Live view of any aircraft or asset

• Laser altimeter support

• View, print or email as-applied spray maps

• Nearest swath feature

• Enter Section/Township/Range

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

• Various weather layers including US & Canadian Radar and Wind

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

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

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