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On the cover: Pictured is one of the two AT-502s.

This page: Jeff Seewald has continued to grow the business through personal relationships with his customers.

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FROM THE COCKPIT

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Safe and Productive?

Graham brought to my attention today that the ag aviation industry recently lost another pilot.

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As I’m writing this, an exceptional summer day in the northern hemisphere is starting. Three months of hot weather will be forthcoming, guaranteed for the southern U.S. states, that will stretch into early fall. I’m just elated to be “here”, hot or cold or whatever the weather. But, allow me to regress at this point; more about that subject next month.

Graham brought to my attention today that the ag aviation industry recently lost another pilot.

This young gentleman was from Arkansas. Such a sadness to learn of a life cut short. I don’t know the details, yet. I’m sure they will be coming out before you read this editorial.

No matter how much I preach this, no matter how much NAAA and NAAREF preach safety, or all the other ag aviation associations, along with concerned others, the results are most certainly in the hands of the pilot. For those of you that are getting the message and practicing it, kudos to you. For those that are missing the point, maybe something will change your actions, hopefully not a close call, God forbid something worse.

By now, everyone should be aware of AgAir Update’s upcoming hangar party the Friday before the start of this year’s NAAA’s Ag Aviation Expo in Savannah, Georgia, December 6-9, 2021. I know I’m excited about it. Here at AgAir Update planning has already started. I don’t believe Graham would

want me to “spill the beans” just yet. However, I do know this year will be a little different from previous ones. Regardless, I hope you include stopping by to share some great southern hospitality with all here at AgAir Update’s hangar party.

I’ve rambled enough. Get back to doing whatever it was you were doing. If you are flying, stop for 10 seconds before you climb in the cockpit for the first time each day asking God to travel with you and promising yourself to make today’s flights safe and productive. By the way, “safe and productive” is not an oxymoron!

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Tony’s Flying Service Perseverance Pays Off

by Ryan Mason

History

Jeff Seewald has continued to grow the business through personal relationships with his customers.

Inset: Jeff Seewald bought the business in 2013 and has grown the company to over double the amount of acres sprayed each year since he took over.

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Jeff Seewald’s story starts like many others in the industry; growing up in a farming background in eastern Colorado. Although his family did not have their own aerial application business, Jeff fueled his aviation passion from an early age thanks to a satellite strip that was located on the family farm. In his late teens, Jeff moved on from farming as his father’s deteriorating health forced the sale of the farm where he was raised. Looking at the next step in his life, he decided on going to college, which then led to the establishment of Seewald’s first foray into the business world running a successful diesel repair business.

The success of his new endeavor gave Jeff the ability to indulge in his passion for aviation.

He soon gained his private pilot license in 2005 because “it sounded like fun” at the time. However, the labor intensive diesel repair business began taking a physical toll on his body. After his second back surgery, the realization set in that this type of work was not going to be his lifelong career.

“The diesel repair business is pretty hard on you, constantly lifting heavy things. So I decided I probably needed to make a change, and the only thing I could think that I wanted to do or pursue would be something in flying, because I love to fly.”

A longtime friendship with the aerial applicator that worked the strip at his old family farm would offer Seewald the first step in his agricultural aviation career path. He took the advice from his friend to pursue training at the now-defunct Flying Tigers Aviation flight school in Louisiana if he was serious about pursuing a career path in the industry. Jeff enrolled with Flying Tigers in 2011.

After returning from Flying Tigers, his next step was, in his words, attributed to equal parts luck and determination in order to succeed in

the industry. Jeff explained the catalyst of many aviators is time and insurance. He had plenty of flight experience, but not enough in an ag plane to be insured. He stated what followed was months of hitting the phones and calling “every ag operator that would take my call” to try and find his first seat.

His first opportunity came from a conversation with a friend flying in Torrington, Wyoming, who mentioned Tony Martinez, owner of Tony’s Flying Service in Great Bend, Kansas may be looking for a pilot. After a good reference from his friend, Jeff was on his way to meet up with Martinez in Kansas. Tony’s Flying Service was founded in 1984 and at that time flying an AT-402 and a 600HP radial Ag-Cat. Jeff began his career in that Ag-Cat, “if you haven’t flown an Ag Cat, I highly recommend it; they are a lot of fun,” he stated, reminiscing fondly of his time flying for Martinez in the Ag-Cat.

Getting Started After working for Martinez for two years, Tony talked about retirement, stating that the time was approaching for him to step down. It was at that time Jeff decided to attempt to buy the business from Martinez. In the fall of 2013, the two worked out their business deal, and although the business name would stay the same, Jeff took over the company as his own.

Location Tony’s Aerial Service is located in Kansas, and when Jeff was looking for his first job, he was still located in Colorado. He still maintains a home there, splitting his time between Kansas and his home in Colorado. His wife Leslie, still holds a role as a successful real estate agent specializing ➤

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Tony’s Aerial Service has continued to

in high-end real estate while helping out with the day-to-day running of the business.

“Splitting the time can have complications for sure, but for now, she comes out here 10 or 12 weeks a year, and I spend the wintertime in Colorado,” he said of the unique situation of maintaining two houses and businesses in two different states.

expand through a mix of flying both wet and

Growth

dry applications and

As Jeff took over the business and continued to build up the company, he realized that the AT-402 might not be the ideal aircraft for the future. He upgraded to an AT-502 in fall 2013 to cover more ground.

“I ended up buying an AT-502 out of Illinois.

I thought that this operation needed a bigger aircraft. Tony worked hard and did a good job with the flow to get stuff done, but he worked his tail off too. So I thought a bigger airplane would be better to allow more coverage. That extra 100 gallons makes a huge difference, especially with the field size around here.”

The operation went from an AT-402 and an AgCat to running two AT-502s, the first in 2013 and the second added in the spring of 2020 as growth continued.

Jeff stated that an aircraft larger than the AT502 would not work due to operational costs for the company. The 500-gallon capacity of the 502 is,

catering to the needs of farmers in their service area.

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in his view, the perfect aircraft for their operation, where much of their clientele is within just 30 miles of their home airport located at the Great Bend Municipal Airport.

Operations & Equipment Both AT-502s have identical setups in the cockpit with a SATLOC G4 GPS with Intelliflow. Transland spreaders are used for dry work and each has the Garmin 510 Area GPS with XM weather.

Pilots Retaining pilots is a well-known struggle amongst operators, which Tony’s Flying service is no stranger to. The company lost a previous pilot to the corporate jet world, but Jeff takes it in stride, hiring a new pilot who will fill the seat in the second aircraft during the season.

“That’s a tough thing right now. I’ve mentored two pilots already from zero hours in ag and put them in a 402 or 502, and so far, I’ve struck out on both of them; one is flying jets and one is a farmer that sprays just for himself now. But I think that we have to figure out how to get new young pilots out there as an industry. The pilot pool is very, very shallow. I got fortunate this year with my new pilot, Scott, but I have three friends of mine that are looking for pilots and there are a lot of airplanes just sitting this year because there is nobody to fly them.”

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In addition to pilots, Jeff hired Cameron Sweitzer to assist with office tasks who also functions as his loader at the airport. Jeff states “I would never be able to get it all done without him.”

Crops Tony’s Flying Service has a diversified portfolio of clients and crops, spraying mostly wheat in the springtime, followed by corn, soybeans, milo and finishing the season on alfalfa in the fall.

“We’ll spray wheat in March till the second week of April into May and then June is usually slower, where we will pick up odds and ends here and there. But then in July, the corn-soybean fungicide-miticide spraying begins. We spray a lot of herbicide, insecticide and fungicide. We also treat cover crops by seeding, wet and dry fertilizer, as well as alfalfa and other plant seedlings,” Jeff stated.

The company is in a fortunate position for dry work, being somewhat the only game in town.

“There’s a couple of us around here that do dry, but not very many. Most people have a spreader, but it’s work to put the spreader on and off that most people don’t want to do. It’s just time-consuming to take the full spray gear off, but you can charge a little more for seeding. So it’s worth it to me. Plus, the farmers need it, so we’ll make it happen.”

Jeff states that although the dry work is

necessary, it only comprises about 5% of the company’s actual volume of work annually, completing 95% of their work with liquid applications routinely spraying between 110,00 to 160,000 acres annually.

Although most of the work is within 30 miles of their base in Great Bend, Jeff stated that they also perform some contract work in Illinois and Wyoming each year to help other companies that they have relationships within the business.

Growth As the company grows, Jeff’s focus has always been on the customer’s needs, forming ongoing communications with the growers and farmers that the company services. He stresses always continuing communication with customers to make sure that they provide what the customer needs and ensures there are no concerns or other opportunities that they can also help the customer address from an ag aviation standpoint.

When Jeff took over the business, Tony’s Aerial Service was spraying only about 50,000 acres annually. Thanks to his business sense and customer focus, the business has grown to more than double, almost triple that acreage covered annually.

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Top Left:Tony’s Aerial Service now operates two AT-502s and one AT-402 in Kansas.

Bottom Left: Jeff Seewald credits both his wife Leslie and Cameron Sweitzer for assisting in the day-today operations of the business.

under 100,000 since year three.”

Customer satisfaction and word of mouth among farmers aren’t the only things attributing to the company acreage expansion. According to Jeff, advances in technology, where farmers who are utilizing aerial application are now seeing real crop improvements and noticing more plant health, also is a driving factor. This advanced application leads to higher-yield crops that can sometimes mean an additional 20 bushels of crop production, equating to actual return on investment after the aerial application has taken place.

Taking a personal interest in what his customers are doing has always been a passion for Jeff, who prefers face-to-face interactions. “I try to meet them and have that kind of a relationship with them. So if they have questions, they feel like they can call, and I’ll answer any questions they have honestly. Whether it’s a weed in the field that needs to be sprayed, or whatever the need is. If there is nothing we can do about it, or the timing is not right, I’ll tell them. I don’t want to over promise a situation.”

Rather than just being an ag pilot, Jeff tries to understand both the crops he is spraying and the chemicals he is using. He spends a great deal of time reading up on company-supplied literature on chemicals, speaking to agronomists and asking questions in addition to going to as many sessions as he can at both the NAAA Ag Aviation Expo and the KAAA state convention. Jeff has served as the president of the Kansas Agricultural Aviation Association for the last two years. Learning about the crops and chemicals he uses has become a passion. He uses that knowledge to better his business and that of his customers.

Weather Great Bend, Kansas is known for many things.

One thing, in particular, is wind. Seeing what appears to be an ever-present wind on the airport, Jeff states it can be a challenge to work at times, but the company takes it in stride and makes allowances when they fly to get the job done. This means that the company may have to attack one field from one direction one day, but a wind shift means they may also have to abandon that day’s flying and return on a second day to complete the field. It means varying flight times, but Jeff has learned to do whatever it takes to get the job done for his customers around the unique challenges the wind throws at their location.

Training As he experienced in the early days of his career, the training versus experience versus skills and hours required for insurance can become a tricky issue for ag operators. Jeff is still a huge proponent of pilots attending schools to provide the base-level training and skills required to get into the seat to fly your first ag job. Jeff believes something has to address the training gap in the industry. He took a hands-on approach in addressing the issues with his own low-time ag pilots by approaching his insurance underwriter directly and trying to find a solution.

“I wrote a letter to the insurance company and said here’s what I have. I vouched for my pilot; I was fortunate that they worked with me on it, which was amazing. It cost me more money, of course, but they could insure him flying the airplane while putting water in it. After a certain amount of hours and more money, they allowed him to fly over crops.”

Safety One of the hardest things in ag aviation, according to Jeff, is learning not to push. Pressure to push on time, on loads, on weather and many other factors. In his mind, him not pushing the envelope has kept him and his other pilots over the years safe. Tony’s Aerial Service constantly deals with wind issues, and the not-pushing mentality is an excellent reminder daily not to exceed the envelope, and to always err on the side of caution when it comes to flying. As Jeff so passionately states, “There is no such thing as an agricultural emergency that requires pushing the limits of your aircraft, skills or the weather in which you fly.”

No matter what the future holds for Tony’s Aerial Service and Jeff Seewald, it is abundantly clear that Jeff and his team service well the farmers of Barton County and its surroundings.

They continue to strive daily to ensure that they provide a needed service with the most up-to-date knowledge to back it up.

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Flying High in the Thrush 550

by Juliana Ap. Torchetti Coppick

Fuel stop in Libby, Montana.

Inset: Route covered.

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Delivering an aircraft, whether new or used, is always a rewarding task. It’s like being the emissary of good news. That aircraft is part of someone’s projects, whether to compose an existing fleet or perhaps to be the aircraft that will initiate the projects of a new company.

I felt doubly gifted by being hired to take this Thrush 550 to its destination as the flight was scheduled to start on my birthday and the day after Mother’s Day. As the plane is equipped with the Garrett engine, the contractor was looking for someone who had experience with this engine, due to the particularities of its start and shut off procedures. As I had already flown a rice crop in an aircraft equipped with this same engine, I was

comfortable operating it.

But what really caught my attention was the fact that I would fly from the extreme Southeast to the extreme Northwest of the United States. What we in Brazil call “navigation” or “shuttle flight” Americans call “cross country”; a literal definition of the route I took to deliver the plane in question.

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and reach around 14,000 feet. I did a careful preflight inspection as soon as I arrived at Cross City Airport (KCTY).

Because it has a single axis, the Garrett requires that the shut off and start procedures be done with a flat propeller pitch and that right afterwards, the pilot manually rotates the propeller so that the engine goes through the cooling process in a uniform manner. Otherwise, the metal will suffer deformation and in some cases it may even lock.

Therefore, before starting, it is also necessary to manually turn the propeller to check if the cooling has been done properly since the last shutdown.

If this procedure causes the engine to make harsh noises or to show irregular friction, it could be a sign that something is wrong.

After checking that everything was ok outside, I climbed into the cabin and started the engine.

Starting a Garrett isn’t rocket science, it just requires attention to the engine parameters and a lot of care with the EGT temperature. The limit is 770°C, but obviously if the pilot senses that the temperature is rising abnormally, the emergency cutout must be done beforehand to avoid further damage. Again, my winged partner didn’t disappoint: the start went smoothly and I taxied to

the fuel pump to fill the tanks with 228 gallons of jet fuel. After a lot of rain, around noon the ceiling went up and I was able to take off. I had to fly at about 1000 feet AGL, but visibility was great.

After checking that everything was ok outside, I climbed into the cabin and started the engine.

During cruise, the aircraft demonstrated its speed and I was able to maintain 145 kts of indicated airspeed. After two hours and thirty minutes of flight, I landed at Bessemer airport in Alabama (KEKY). After refueling and a quick stop for coffee, it was time to move on. When I was about to enter the cockpit I heard someone shouting “Go girl! and I was pleasantly surprised to see a group of smiling women waving at me through the airport fence, where a small restaurant is located.

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and visibility as far as the eye could see. Another two hours and twenty minutes of flight and I landed at Poplar Bluff (KPOF), Missouri. As I had taken off late from Florida, and KPOF offered excellent logistics, I decided to spend the night there and planned my takeoff for the next day. At dawn on May 14, I headed towards Trenton, Missouri. The weather was fine and I was able to enjoy the view of the beautiful Mississippi River. After just over two hours of flight, I landed in Trenton (KTRX). From Trenton to O’Neil (KNOL), Nebraska, it took about 2 hours and 40 minutes of flight. After landing and while fueling the Thrush 550, I had the opportunity to appreciate one more of the many well-kept airports.

A very kind lady and her husband quickly chatted with me and said that after they retired she decided to learn to fly and he decided to work as manager of that FBO (fixed base operation). From O’Neil, I continued the ferry flight to Black Hills (KSPF), South Dakota. The airport’s altitude, 3,933 feet AGL, was already showing signs of a change in the terrain. The airport is beautiful and the FBO there has a typical style of mountain cabins, made of wooden logs and stuffed animals decorating the rooms. I decided to stay there for the night. After a delicious dinner and a good night’s sleep, it was time to move on.

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they told me that they were ferrying a Stearman that had been fully restored. When we arrived I could see that historic plane up close and take some photos. I think these occasions with which aviation presents us are incredible.

Back on my mission… I took off from the Black Hills bound for Lewiston (KLWT), Montana. A stretch full of immense rocky mountains that look more like sculptures made by an artist. Already close to Lewiston, I observed one of these sets of mountains called the Big Snowy Mountains. The place lives up to its name! White snow covers the tops of the mountains that reach a majestic 9,100 feet altitude.

Again: landing, fuel, coffee and back to the sky!

The leg from Lewistown to Libby (S59), Montana was the prettiest of the entire route. I had to fly higher, reaching 10,500 feet in some parts, because the snowy peaks in that region are really high. The landscape is breathtaking. Beyond the mountains and snow, about 60 miles from Libby I crossed magnificent Flathead Lake. Even from above, it is possible to see the crystal blue water. There are other smaller lakes in the area, all of which are beautiful. I literally felt like flying through the scenery of a postcard.

While fueling the aircraft I realized how unusual it is to see an agricultural aircraft in a snowy landscape.

Libby airport is at about 2,600 feet MSL. The descent has to be made close to the runway as the location is hidden in a valley. I descended as much as I could, but up to about eight miles from the airport I still had to maintain 7,000 feet. One of the many things I love about Garrett engines is the quick response, both for accelerating and decelerating. Obviously I entered the circuit much higher than usual, but I stretched my downwind leg a little to lose altitude and I was able to approach without any problems. The location is beautiful, but requires attention both on arrival and departure.

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the mountains do not offer favorable conditions for this kind of situation.

While fueling the aircraft I realized how unusual it is to see an agricultural aircraft in a snowy landscape. Speaking of which, I also noticed that in these locations there is the option of Jet Fuel +, which is nothing more than aviation kerosene with additives. Its function is to prevent the fuel from forming into a gel, a typical reaction when flying in high altitudes and low temperatures. After the takeoff, heading for my final destination, I climbed again to 10,500 feet.

This was the shortest leg of all, lasting about 1 hour and 50 minutes. The customer, who was awaiting the arrival of the aircraft, told me that the company’s runway was about 30 ft wide and about 3,000 ft long. If the conditions there were not favorable for landing, I could proceed to the airport municipal. That was the least of my concerns. What really caught my attention was a meteorological phenomenon that until then I had only seen in photos and videos.

When crossing some fields during the descent, I could see numerous spots where the dust rose and formed a well-defined vertical line. Initially I believed that these were places where tractors were preparing the land for planting. But it was nothing like that!

What I was seeing were “dust devils”. Moses Lake is located at about 1,200 MSL and in a very flat region, which favors the occurrence of this phenomenon. The atmosphere was extremely turbulent but everything went really well. Even on the narrow runway and with all the swirls, I was able to land smoothly and without any problems.

Finally another aircraft delivered with countless new experiences and some friendships that I made along the way. Before returning, I had time to taste the delicious cuisine of the American west coast; literally a delight for those who love fish and seafood. But for those who fly, the really good taste is the one that stays after another successful mission!

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AIRCRAFT ENGINES AND LUBRICANTS Felix Leborgne fleborgne@absteny.com

Role of the Lubricant in Piston Engines

Hydrodynamic lubrication works well when the relative speed of the parts is high enough to overcome the load pushing them against each other.

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The lubricant in aircraft piston engines has several complex functions within the engine.

One of the main characteristics is lubricating the moving parts to reduce friction and wear. Friction occurs between two pieces that move relative to each other, even though they have polished metal surfaces. Since there are microscopic peaks and valleys called asperities, these surfaces come into contact, and the rough edges adhere to each other through micro-welds. If these surfaces are in relative motion, the micro-welds constantly break and reshape, resulting in friction and wear. Friction is resistance to relative motion, and wear is loss of material.

There are different types of lubrication events within an engine; the first is hydrodynamic lubrication, which occurs when a fluid (especially a lubricant) is interposed between two moving parts. The relative movement of these parts creates sufficient pressure in the lubricant, forming a fluid wedge to separate the parts to prevent each from coming into contact. This is the same effect that occurs during hydroplaning when a car travels on a road covered in a layer of water, and the wheels become separated from the pavement by the pressure of the water.

Hydrodynamic lubrication works well when the relative speed of the parts is high enough to overcome the load, pushing them against each other. If this speed is insufficient, the lubricant pressure will not be adequate, and the parts will not stay separated. The second form of lubrication is film lubrication. This lubrication method relies on a thin film deposited between moving parts that adhere to surfaces, reducing friction through

a chemical action produced by extreme pressure additives.

Another function of a lubricant is keeping engine parts clean. Compared to automotive engines, aircraft piston engines can become extremely dirty. Burning leaded fuel produces large amounts of lead salts, carbon, sulfur, water and unburned fuel, among other by-products of combustion. These deposits accumulate in the lower part of the engine due to the passage or “blow-by” of these products through piston rings. The oil functions as a method to keep these contaminants dispersed and in suspension to be drained at the following oil change. Not allowing for accumulation inside the engine in the form of sludge. Likewise, the dispersant additives contained in the oil help neutralize the acids generated by combustion.

Lubricant also contributes to the engine’s cooling in an aircraft, especially in piston-powered aircraft that cannot be cooled by air. The only way to keep the pistons from melting is by keeping oil circulating on the underside of the piston (crown) to remove the heat generated by combustion.

The lubricant typically gains about 30°C (90°F) as it circulates through the engine, which is then dissipated through the oil cooler.

The lubricant also acts as a seal between the piston rings and the cylinder walls, preventing the loss of gases and liquids due to “blow-by.” This also keeps the o-rings, seals, and gaskets lubricated, so there is no loss of fluid or gases through them.

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“wastegate” (turbo compressed air relief valve) is hydraulically actuated by the engine oil.

Used lubricant extracted from the engine after an oil change is an essential tool in knowing the ongoing condition of the engine in an airplane.

Samples are often sent to a specialized laboratory that, through spectrographic analysis, informs us about the different elements contained. If we do this process regularly, operators will learn what the principal elements and pollutants are, such as iron, copper, aluminum, silicon, bronze, lead, tin, etc. Other benefits of testing include knowing the state of the used oil by measuring its viscosity and oxidation and the state of additives such as phosphorus, zinc, and calcium.

As part of regular servicing and knowing your aircraft, it is also vital for mechanics to cut and open the oil filter to see what particles may become trapped in the filter. They can be ferrous (those attracted by a magnet), iron type, or non-ferrous aluminum, bronze, etc.

A published Lycoming Service Bulletin (No. 480F) detailed a guide on how to proceed in finding particles in the oil filter. This SB can also be applied to Continental engines as a guide, as

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Therefore, remember to change the oil every 50 hours for filtered engines, 25 hours for screened engines or every four months to keep lubricants in excellent condition to perform all the functions described above.

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In the spirit of the NAAA’s Ag Aviation Expo in Savannah, GA and good Southern hospitality, AgAir Update is hosting its

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Enjoy Southern barbecue and ag-pilot fellowship before the Ag Aviation Expo. Live music, great food, ag-aircraft display and demos, along with good ole’ Southern hospitality.

Fly-in to KPXE (Perry-Houston County Airport) and taxi up to the AgAir Update hangar. Drive-in to Perry, GA (on Interstate 75, 90 miles south of Atlanta) and park at the AgAir Update hangar. Motorhome space available (no power).

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National Agricultural Aviation Association

12 Key Events in Ag Aviation’s First Century August 3, 1921. An experimental application of insecticide dust, conducted jointly by the Ohio Department of Agriculture and the Federal Aviation Experiment Station near Dayton, becomes the first recorded use of aerial application.

1922–1924. Taking note of the success of the Ohio aerial application experiment, USDA researchers recognize the potential for the new practice in the ongoing fight against boll weevils in the South’s cotton crop. Their research results in aerial application to cotton becoming the first widespread commercial use of agricultural aviation. In 1924, Huff-Daland Dusters Inc.—the forerunner to Delta Air Lines—becomes America’s first known dedicated aerial application business.

1946–1947. The Army’s primary training aircraft in the 1930s and early 1940s—Stearman biplanes—are sold by the thousands as war surplus. Aerial applicators jump at the opportunity to acquire the sturdy, pilot-friendly equipment, and the Stearman remains an agricultural aviation staple into the 1960s.

1947. In California, a Stearman fitted with two 450watt headlamps makes the first nighttime aerial application.

Today, headlamps have been supplemented or replaced with sophisticated night vision equipment, enabling aerial application at night when winds are calm, and bees are not present in fields and orchards.

1950. The Texas A&M Aircraft Research Center develops the Ag-1 ag plane prototype, the first aircraft created solely for ag use.

1951. 23-year-old aircraft design prodigy Leland Snow develops the S-1 ag aircraft. Snow continued to perfect the design throughout the 1950s and went on to found two successful ag aircraft design and manufacturing companies.

Because of his groundbreaking work, Snow is considered by many to be the father of the modern ag airplane.

1955. Over a wildfire in the Mendocino National Forest in California, a Stearman ag plane becomes the first fixed-wing aircraft to be used in firefighting.

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1966. With the growth of suburbs bringing the non-ag public closer to farming operations, and with increasing public uneasiness over pesticide use, the National Agricultural Aviation Association was founded to promote the professionalism of the aerial application industry. Today, NAAA represents the industry among legislators and policy makers and provides advanced safety and technical training for operators.

Mid-1970s. The introduction of the turbine engine in agricultural aircraft represents a game-changing breakthrough in aerial application efficiency. Compared to piston power, the added muscle of the turbine engine increases air speeds by 20 mph or more and makes it possible to boost a plane’s hopper capacity by up to 75%.

1993. The Global Positioning System, or GPS, becomes commercially available in ag aviation. The technology instantly enables pilots to improve accuracy and make highly targeted applications, ushering in the age of true precision agriculture.

2005–2021. Engineers and researchers continue to push the envelope regarding the incorporation of precision application, digital infrared imaging and data analytics into ag aviation. These technologies make it possible for applicators to effectively spray exact prescribed doses and reduce the total amount of pesticides used. Industry experts believe rapid advances in digital technologies in the cockpit will soon enable onboard systems to virtually take over the in-flight management of the application process, allowing pilots to focus on safe, environmentally sustainable operation of the aircraft.

2015–2021. Because of its growing use by farmers as an economical, fast and effective way to seed cover crops, aerial application emerges as an important component in strategies to address climate change with carbon sequestration.

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Use Ag Aviation’s Centennial to Raise Awareness About the Industry in Your Market

Visit AgAviation100. com to stay up to date on news and information about the agricultural aviation industry’s 100th anniversary.

The National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) is rapidly approaching the apex of a major publicity campaign to share the agricultural aviation industry’s history with the public. One hundred years ago, on Aug. 3, 1921, researchers desperate for a way to prevent sphinx moth caterpillars from ravaging the valuable Catalpa tree crop came up with a novel approach. What if the caterpillars could be controlled with insecticide dust released from an airplane?

Far-fetched as it was in 1921, when farmers applied insecticides by hand and aviation was still in its infancy, the idea worked. In an experimental flight conceived by the Ohio Department of Agriculture, U.S. Army test pilot Lt. John Macready applied lead arsenate dust from a World War I surplus biplane over a Troy, Ohio, Catalpa grove.

The insect pests were successfully dispatched, the trees grown for use as telegraph poles and fenceposts were saved, and a practice now vital to crop production, wildfire fighting and mosquito control was born.

NAAA is using all types of media to educate

the public about the industry’s 100th anniversary and the essential role aerial applicators continue to play for farmers, foresters and society today.

Storytelling vehicles include three different length video documentaries, a comprehensive book on the industry’s history, social, print, trade and news media releases and a dedicated website, AgAviation100.com, to share the 10-decade story of ag aviation.

The agricultural aviation industry has a great story that needs to be told.

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to spread the gospel of agricultural aviation in your market. Inform your local television stations, newspapers and radio stations about ag aviation’s 100th anniversary, even if it is by simply directing them to AgAviation100.com. On that site, there is a “Get Involved” tab with a draft press release about the centennial that discusses the importance of the industry, its progressive evolution and directs readers to the AgAviation100.com website.

Feel free to cater that press release to your own operation and experience and send it to your local news outlets.

Members of NAAA can also brush up on the importance of ag aviation, environmental safety safeguards that are common practice today and other industry talking points on NAAA’s media relations kit webpage at AgAviation.org/ naaamediarelationskit.

The media relations kit also includes suggestions on how to convey your message to the media and public when espousing ag aviation’s significance.

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make sure the public and news media in your area are informed of ag aviation’s centennial milestone to maximize the value of this pivotal once-in-alifetime event.

Every single contributor involved in agricultural aviation has a great story to tell about this industry.

Whether it is how you got into the industry; the training that fine-tuned your craft as an aerial applicator; how agricultural aviation provides to local employment and the local economy; or how after five generations, the technology is such that we produce more per acre than ever—these are all compelling story angles to public audiences.

The agricultural aviation industry has a great story that needs to be told. It also has a bright future that needs to be preserved. It’s up to all of us to burnish the industry’s remarkable legacy and continue to add to it collectively.

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Ag Aviation Golf Tournament Set for October The much anticipated Ag Aviation Golf Tournament has been scheduled for October 16-17, 2021 at the Red Apple Inn & Country Club in Heber Springs, Arkansas.

The schedule for the tournament is two days of golf, followed by dinner and putting contests during Saturday night.

For more information, contact Lathan Busby 870-734-7278, Bryant Otto 501-327-7714, Michael Hutchins 870-241-3781, Brenda Watts 870-644-3141 or email kpflyingservice@gmail. com to sign up! The cost is $150 per person and includes two rounds of golf, and a cart. Reservations for accommodations at the Red Apple Inn can be made directly through the Inn by calling 800-733-2775 and using code “Ag Aviation”. Rooms range from $135 to $260 per night. If you’re not playing golf, be sure to still attend the social events. Dinner only registration is $35.

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AG Aviation Golf Tournament —October 16-17, 2021 Red Apple Inn & Country Club, Heber Springs, Arkansas $250 Hole Sponsorship with name on sign at a tee box $100 Name on Banner and Acknowledgement Mail check to: Brenda Watts, 102 Norris Lane, Watson, AR 71674

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Ag Aviation Golf Tournament • Two Rounds • Putting contest • Dinner • Fellowship • Fun

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Lane Aviation Assumes US Micronair Sales and Service Dealership Effective June 14, 2021, Lane Aviation, Inc. will assume the Micronair sales and service in the US market. Lane Aviation continues the legacy of Eric and Joanne Ehlinger of Micronair Sales and Service, LLC. They have set the bar high with their experience and expertise, Lane Aviation intends to continue to provide the excellent support and knowledge provided by the Ehlinger’s. For quotes and availability, please contact our Parts Department Manager, Dona Jorden.

Lane Aviation wishes both Eric and Joanne the best and a joyous, relaxing, and well-earned retirement!

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The Move Westward — Chapter Three continued…

Lou Precissi applying sulphur dust to grapes in the San Joaquin Valley with his Travel-Air about 1950. Photo courtesy of Precissi Flying Service.

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An interesting and colorful pioneer firm further north is the Precissi Flying Service at Lodi, sometimes known as the “Italian Air Force.”

Organized in 1945 by brothers Lou, Gus, Joe, and Frank Precissi, the firm has grown from a twoplane operation into one of the most substantial and effective firms in the San Joaquin Valley.

Their Lodi operation is a revelation, especially to visitors with an interest in aviation history. The Precissis still use the vintage Travel­Airs, most of them manufactured in the late 1920s and early 1930s. All of them are in mint condition, painted beautiful Air Force blue and yellow, and all carrying Continental 220 horsepower W670 engines.

“We decided from the beginning to stay with Travel-Airs as long as possible and we’ve more or less done it,” says one of the flying veterans.

“Even back in the 1950s and 1960s, when we took on a few Stearmans, we still stuck with the 220 horsepower Continental engines. They make for good, easy maintenance and with most of our work centered right around our air park or from strips out in the growing area, the 220s will haul all that we need to haul.”

Joe, Lou, and Gus were the pilots, while Frank handled ground operations. They did a superb job of selling the widely diversified growers in the area on airplane work and give much credit for their success to some very fine pilots-men like Sid Novaresi, an Air Force Reserve officer who became a General in rank, Kenny Palmer, Jerry Wolther, Maurio Marchetti, Hunter Wardlow, Charles Greer, John Roche, John Trimmer, and others.

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became involved in the firm. Pete Precissi, Lou’s son, Dan, son of Gus, and Joe’s son John all found a place in the organization. Pete and Dan do ag flying, while John is a ground man, concerned with scheduling and other business matters.

Besides the Travel-Airs, this firm has recently acquired several new Eagles, but it continues to rely on the 220 horsepower Continentals. “Why change when you know you got a winner?” asks Joe. Precissi Flying Service has surely been a winner in California ag flying circles. In its 37 years of continuous activity, the firm proudly boasts that it never has had a pilot injured!

In the flat lands of northern California, around Yuba City, Knights Landing, Colusa, Chico, Woodland, and Arbunkle, rice is king, but vegetables and forage crops are given high priority.

Ken Onstott of Onstott Dusters did much to exploit ag flying all over this region.

As a kid, Onstott spent much time hanging around the old Del Monte airport, watching Bob Strief of Hawke Dusters working the rice and fruit in that area. His ag flying career began with Bill Eddy’s Air Service at Yuba City in late 1945.

Onstott formed a partnership with Eddy about 1946. Their fleet consisted of Travel-Airs, a Waco 9, a Bull Stearman or two, and, at one time, several brand new White Standard D-25s. The firm principally serviced rice crops-a dirty, difficult job, since the crop was planted wet and had to be loaded by hand.

“One day,” recalls Onstott, “Bill Eddy and I were putting out wet rice and, as you know, the pilot did the loading, standing in the cockpit and dumping those nasty, wet sacks into the hopper. Every time Bill would swing a sack up to turn it into the hopper, the damn thing would hang on the comer of the center section and spill all over the ground and into the cockpit.

“Finally Bill hopped down, looked all around the loading area and came up with a big old three-foot machete, chopping away at the rear of the center section! He finally cut it all away, clear up to the rear spar and then, without a word, threw the machete down and began loading rice!

“We flew that old Travel-Air that way for the rest of the season and then trimmed away the rear of the center section on the rest of them! It made for much better loading!”

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Refines Dispensing Gear Eddy was killed in a crash about 1949 and after a year or two of running the firm with some residual partnership connections, Onstott acquired 100 percent interest and has operated it as Onstott Dusters ever since. Onstott, from the outset, has worked diligently to improve dispensing equipment, especially spreaders that would work well with rice.

“I remember once,” he recalls, “when we bought a Bull Stearman from Rex Williams that had a terribly ragged old spreader. But we were so snowed under with work that we had to use it.

“With the spreaders we had, we were getting about 21 feet on the swath. But when I opened the gate and cut loose with the spreader on the Bull, I soon noticed that the flagmen were wide-stepping me.

“When I got back to the strip, one of them came in and told me that the spreader was spreading beautifully out to maybe 38 or 40 feet. So I readjusted my gate opening and did an absolutely beautiful 40-foot swath.

“Boy, when the season let up, we removed that spreader, took it completely apart, and built jigs and patterns so that we could build others exactly like the original. We did just that-built a new spreader for every airplane we had, put them on the planes, and you know what happened? Not a damn one of them would spread over 25 feet and they streaked every field we flew!

“This just goes to show that we never did, and probably never will know everything that we need to know! I’m sure that I could still come up with a spreader that would really work if I could just do away with the landing gear and the propeller on the airplane. But then I doubt if it would fly too well, especially on hot days!”

Through the years, some of Onstott’s pilots who helped promote the industry were Gil Wagge, Harry Newell, George Spain, and Tom Fisher. This firm contributed a great deal to the growth of ag aviation in California and still does.

It presently operates out of Yuba City, Knights Landing, and Colusa, and has a cotton operation at Gila Bend, Arizona. Its current fleet consists of eight Ag-Cats and five Ayres Turbo Thrushes. It appears that Onstott Dusters will be at the forefront of California ag flying for a long, long time.

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NAAHOF INDUCTEE SPOTLIGHT

National Agricultural Aviation Museum’s Hall of Fame

AgAv Pioneer, J.O. Dockery INDUCTED — 1984 Began organized agricultural flying in 1926 in Mississippi and formed one of the first commercial firms in Clarksdale, Mississippi, 1933.

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Jesse Orval “J.O.” Dockery (aka “Dock”), born February 26, 1909.

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Dock Dockery began his aviation career soloing at the tender age of 12, September 12, 1921!

Albeit quite by accident, Dock had flown with barnstorming pilot, Barney Flowers, as a passenger in a Standard with a four-cylinder Hall-Scott engine. Dock had been hired to guard the aircraft while in Corpus Christi, Texas. In payment for his services, Flowers took Dock on a cross-country through southern Texas, where Dock “followed through on the controls”, but never flew the aircraft.

Back in Corpus Christi, while guarding the ship, upon a dare by his brother Alfred, Dock proceeded to taxi the Standard in the pasture, when it took flight! Dock flew around for about ten minutes, then proceeded to land in the pasture, when the last drop of fuel passed through the carburetor!

Dock’s first flight was also a dead stick landing.

Landing safely, from that moment on Dock Dockery was hooked on flying.

Dock went to work for the next two years spotting fish with the Standard he had soled. He flew 600 hours and to his knowledge that most likely was the beginning of fish spotting by aircraft.

In 1923, at the age of 15, Dock moved to Pine Bluff, Arkansas. In nearby Stuttgart a blacksmith, by the name of Dick Shelburn, built-up Hisso Standards to sell. When Shelburn’s regular ferry pilot wasn’t available, young Dock took the job of flying a Standard to its new owner in Jackson, Mississippi. After that Dock continued flying for Shelburn, but got discontented and moved on.

Moving to Capital Hill, Oklahoma to work for

Burl Tibbs as a flight instructor, Dock trained the likes of Benny Howard, Wiley Post, Paul Braniff, along with other notable future aviation pioneers.

Dock is even credited with checking out for night flying, his friend Charles Lindberg. Only problem working for Tubbs was that he took the credit for the training. Dock returned to Stuttgart.

In 1926 Jimmy Finklea of Leland, Mississippi came to Stuttgart in a Standard SJ with a Hisso engine to take flying lessons. He told Dock and Allen Scott about a heavy leaf worm outbreak at the Delta and Pine Land Planting Company at Scott, Mississippi. Dockery and Scott convinced Finklea to allow them to install a duster hopper in the Standard.

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off and flew low over the cotton, opening the hopper gate. Because there was no sealing, most of the dust ended up in the cockpit, blinding Dock!

Actually, conditions for dusting were perfect and the two pilots managed to finish, getting perfect results.

Dock maintained an operation in his hometown of Stuttgart, but also formed a company in Clarksdale, Mississippi in 1933 working for King and Anderson Planting Company, one of the largest cotton producers in the world.

Dock’s aircraft were Waco 9s, Travel-Airs, Stearman C3Bs, and one famous “Bull” Stearman with a 330 horsepower J69. It could carry 1,000 pounds! The aircraft was Dock’s favorite. One day near Moorhead City, Mississippi Dock was forced to park it in the top of a tree due to an engine failure. The Finklea Brothers bought the “Bull” Stearman in the tree, took it down and soon had it back to flying.

Dock was successful at spreading aerial application to other crops besides cotton. Although rice may have been seeded by air first in California, Dock certainly introduced it to the southern rice growing regions around and in Arkansas. The first successful seeding Dock did for rice was on the Paul Wollworth Farm near Stuttgart in 1938.

Dockery also pioneered aerial applications in the Midwest, particularly in the vegetable growing regions of Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota.

Dock also pioneered aerial applications in the Midwest, particularly in the vegetable growing regions of Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota.

With an outbreak of aphids in peas in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, Dock applied rotenone dust at 4050 pounds to the acre for the sum of five cents pound, a fortune in those days. Soon afterwards, Dock contracted with Green Giant Foods and the pilgrimage to the north country became a regular source of income. Dock also made annual migrations to the southeastern shore of New Jersey to dust the cranberry orchards, as early as 1931.

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Jesse Orval “J.O. Dockery died in Navarre Beach, Florida in December 1997. Although his ag flying had ended many years earlier, he was still making a living flying until the last few years before his death. He was buried in Stuttgart, Arkansas. For a more complete history of Dock Dockery refer to AgAir Update’s October 1990 issue and Mabry Anderson’s Low and Slow.

JACKSON, MS — NAAHOF Inductees is a series of articles featuring the inductees to the National Agricultural Aviation Museum’s Hall of Fame.

Although some of the information is limited, including in some cases unknown induction years, it is the best compilation available from The National Agricultural Aviation Museum, the NAAHOF Nominations Board of Directors, the NAA Museum Board of Directors and Mabry Anderson’s book, Low and Slow.

Each month AgAir Update will feature from one to several individuals honored in the National Agricultural Aviation’s Hall of Fame, how many depending on the information available about the individual. AgAir Update would like to express a sincere “Thank You” to Mabry Anderson, author of Low and Slow, from where much of this information came, the National Agricultural Aviation Museum and its staff, the NAAHOF Nominations Board of Directors, the NAAHOF Board of Directors, and Dick Reade, whose idea it was to originate this column.

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Air Ag; Managing and Marketing

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Harold Thompson figuring out his next marketing scheme.

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Author’s note: I visited Harold Thompson in May of this year in Tarboro, North Carolina. Shortly after that, on July 31, Harold got a closeup look of a telephone pole in his AT-402A. The aircraft was destroyed, but by the grace of God, Harold is with us today, doing what he does best, managing Air Ag. He hopes to be back in an ag plane before too long.

TARBORO, NC — It used to be if an ag aviation company set up shop in an area where there were crops grown that typically required spraying, that company would eventually develop a clientel. Of course, an area can only support a certain number of ag aircraft, but there seemed to always be some spraying for everyone.

The aforementioned is a very general view.

Sure, there have been operators who set up shop and went out of business due to lack of. However today, even for established companies, the scenario of losing business (market share) is raising its head. The way ag aviation should do business is changing.

Not unlike farming, agav companies are needing more and more to search out new business to supplement the old. When a commercial pilot’s license and an ag plane were once all that was needed, today a good understanding of managing and marketing principles are just as important.

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establishment of new work. Even more importantly, is the way an operator acquires this work.

One such progressive agav operation is based in east, central North Carolina. Owned and operated

by Harold Thompson, Air Ag, Inc. - Aerial AgriServices of Tarboro, North Carolina, looks for new business and works diligently to keep it.

Harold began loading ag aircraft in his high school years for Air Care of Rocky Mount, North Carolina at their Tarboro strip. In 1987 he began flying ag for Air Care while he also flew corporate aircraft (Beechcraft King Air) for the company.

After two years, Harold proposed to Air Care that he purchase the aerial spraying division in Tarboro, and he did.

Working with a Cessna Ag Wagon, of which came with the Tarboro company, he mostly flew over cotton, peanuts and tobacco. Cotton is the primary crop. It has been said that Tarboro was the home of the first boll weevil contracts flown in the late 1970s. Over the years, the fleet grew to a total

of four C-188s.

Tarboro and surrounding counties are not blessed with large acreages. No mile+ spray runs like the central plains of Nebraska, Kansas and Texas. The region is cut up into small fields often spread miles apart; ideal work for a Cessna Ag Truck. But, even utilizing a reliable and profitmaker ag plane like the C-188, there could be a need for a more productive ag plane, if there was more work and the work was managed properly.

Right away Harold knew he would have to put his marketing skills to work. He implemented two actions; one was to start a newsletter, Aerial View, and the other was a “sign-up” program for his customers. The newsletter is an informative way to reach his and potential customers. The sign-up program is an innovative way to delegate the work first to his most loyal customers.

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Left: Richard Brake helped Air Ag develop computer software that assist in digitizing (scanning) local area maps.

Right: A sampling of Air Ag’s brochures and newsletter, “Aerial View”.

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what information he wanted to relay to his customers, with Richard taking these concepts and developing professional color brochures and newsletters. They would dream up slogans: No field is too soft when sprayed from aloft!; Insurance that you know you’re going to use; We’re more than a 911 service; many farming families use Air Ag as part of their management team; all of these slogans have been included in many different brochures and newsletters.

The brochures include data comparing cost of operating ground machines versus aerial applications. The data includes the cost of pest damage, percentages of damage related to cost and how delaying an application costs the grower money; factual information in easy to understand numerical text and graphical format.

Then, using the brochure, Harold educates his customers to the benefits of contracting the acreage they plan to treat “before” they need the applications. The brochure lists the Benefits of Contracting: Reserve a “Place in Line”, prevent wet field delays, improve response time, avoid cutting up fields and damaging crops, free-up your time for other matters, and contract = discount.

Harold offers a contract package that will fit the needs of each individual grower. The grower agrees to buy in advance a certain number of acres to be sprayed. Thus, Air Ag knows at the beginning of the season the minimum number of acres that will be flown. Without a doubt, this allows for better planning that always results in a more profitable business.

Typically, growers receive a brochure, followed by a letter. They are asked to commit for at least

three sprays on specific acreage, regardless of field conditions. A sign-up fee is paid at the time of the commitment. This will guarantee the grower to be in the first group to be sprayed when all others must in essence “get in the back of the line”. Also, the grower will receive a discount for his application. Air Ag’s sign-up program must work, since another brochure “Contracting Aerial Spraying Services for Cotton in 2001” has been mailed for the twelfth consecutive year!

But, no matter how well a company manages and markets, mother nature can always deliver a devastating blow. This is exactly what happened to Air Ag September 17, 1999. The ravages of Hurricane Floyd came ashore at the North Carolina coastline bringing with it torrents of rain; rainfall that exceeded 16 inches in 24 hours. Off the east end of the Tarboro air strip lies the Tar River.

During the night, the river crested its banks with water rising over the airport to a level in the Air Ag hangars of more than eight feet! Ag aircraft were almost completely submerged.

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As a haunting reminder, Harold’s finger pointing at a leftover water mark on an I-beam tells the story. The flood waters reached this high throughout the hangar complex!

an act of God and no flood insurance. Records were wet, floors ruined, sheetrock walls and insulation destroyed. Damage incurred that could only be repaired with replacement.

Chuck Stone came to the rescue sending an AT-502 to use. Air Ag was shut down during the busiest two weeks of the season. The following year, Harold replaced the AT-402 with another new one from Southeastern. The Cessna 188s were repaired with new IO-550 engines from Bonaire.

The area was declared a disaster by the Federal government, qualifying Air Ag for SBA disaster money.

From the efforts of Air Ag’s neighbors, friends and business associates, and a loan from the SBA, the facilities have been rebuilt, better than ever before. Business continues as usual looking on from the outside, but from the inside the ramifications of the flood of 1999 will be a force to deal with for B 22 | agairupdate.com

years to come.

Harold is often asked, “Why didn’t you fly out the aircraft?” The answer is, it happened too fast.

Remember, it had been raining for days. At 6:00 pm water was rising over the banks of the Tar River, but the airport had never flooded before. By 2:00 am, evacuation started and at 7:00 am there was five feet of water on the runway and rising; too fast and too late.

Managing and marketing, that’s what it is all about with any business. Today, it is more important than ever for those two efforts to be focused and executed in an ag aviation company.

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There’s an increasing level of hatred and violence in this ungodly world we live in; whether we like it or not, it’s there for all of us to see.

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Jesus said, ““Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy” (Matthew 5:7). The Bible teaches that those people whom God has blessed the most abundantly were merciful to other people.

Joseph was merciful to his brothers after they sold him into slavery. David spared Saul’s life after Saul tried to kill him. God delights in mercy, and as a Christian we have the privilege of showing mercy.

We can show mercy by giving money to the poor, food to the hungry, or a bed to the homeless. “If there is among you a poor man of your brethren, within any of the gates in your land which the Lord your God is giving you, you shall not harden your heart nor shut your hand from your poor brother, but you shall open your hand wide to him and willingly lend him sufficient for his need, whatever he needs” (Deuteronomy 15:7-8).

Jesus’ enemies accused Him falsely, beat Him, spat upon Him, cursed Him and nailed Him to a cross. But He still sought mercy for them, praying, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing” (Luke 23:34). Jesus Christ demonstrated a perfect model on how to show mercy throughout His earthly ministry. He healed the sick and enabled the crippled to walk. He gave sight to the blind, hearing to the deaf, and speech to the mute. His redeeming love embraced sinners of all kinds. He wept with those in sorrow and comforted the lonely. He embraced little children and the elderly alike. His mercy was compassion in action! Jesus said, “Go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy and not sacrifice’” (Matthew 9:13).

When Stephen was being stoned, he pitied his wretched murderers, asking God to forgive them (Acts 7:60). Jesus did the same thing (Luke

23:34). That should be our attitude as well. “For as the heavens are high above the earth, so great is His mercy toward those who fear Him” (Psalm 103:11). “The merciful man does good for his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh” (Proverbs 11:17). As Christians, if we’re to please God in our own life, we must show mercy to other people. We can show mercy by praying for the salvation of people who haven’t trusted in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

Jesus said, “Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you…pray for the salvation of our government leaders” (Matthew 5:44, 1 Timothy 2:1-4). St. Augustine said, “If I weep for that body from which the soul is departed, how should I weep for that soul from which God is departed?” We mourn over our loved ones who have died, but do we mourn as much for lost souls? “Let not mercy and truth forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart, and so find favor and high esteem in the sight of God and man” (Proverbs 3:3-4).

“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ — by grace you have been saved” (Ephesians 2:4-5). As the sovereign and independent Creator, God is not obligated to save anyone, nor is God obligated to show goodness and mercy toward sinners who deserve only condemnation. Since every person on this earth is governed by God’s law, He can demand that we show mercy to others, and that includes those who

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have sinned against us. Since we are obligated to imitate God, we should desire to imitate our Savior’s mercy.

“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8).

God’s mercy is undeserved. If we deserved it or could earn it, it wouldn’t be mercy. Mercy isn’t the same as grace; although they are similar in meaning, grace and mercy are not the same. The difference is: Mercy is not getting what we deserve; punishment is withheld. Grace is getting what we don’t deserve; unmerited favor. Mercy is God not punishing us for the sins we have committed, and grace is God blessing us even though we don’t deserve it. Mercy is deliverance from judgment. Grace is extending kindness to the unworthy sinners like ourself.

There’s an increasing level of hatred and violence in this ungodly world we live in; whether we like it or not, it’s there for all of us to see. This ungodly hatred has actually gotten into Jesus’ Church a lot more than us Christians like to admit. The word “mercy” is used 276 time in the NKJ Bible and 262 times in the KJV Bible. The Bible says about God’s mercy. “You, O Lord are a God full of compassion, gracious, long-suffering and abundant in mercy and truth…

Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever” (Psalm 86:15, 136). “Be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful” (Luke 6:36).

God’s commendation is upon those who show mercy, but His condemnation is upon those who are merciless.

God said, “I was angry with My people…You showed them no mercy; on the elderly you laid your yoke very heavily” (Isaiah 47:6). “Let the iniquity of [the merciless person’s] fathers be remembered before the Lord, and do not let the sin of his mother be blotted out . . . because he did not remember to show [mercy]” (Psalm 109:14-16).

If someone wrongs us, fails to repay a debt, doesn’t keep their promises and etc., we’re to be merciful to them.

That doesn’t mean we excuse sin, but we’re to respond with a heart of compassion. I know this isn’t easy to do, it’s hard! But as Christians we have an obligation to God to be obedient men and women. Jesus showed compassion to us, can we do any less for others? “Gracious is the Lord, and righteous; yes, our God is merciful…the Lord is very compassionate and merciful” (Psalm 116:5, James 5:11).

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Robert McCurdy bluemaxs2rt@gmail.com “Ag-Pilot Instructor — Retired”

Passionate About Ag Flying Recently I got a call from an operator who was interested in hiring one of my former turbine transition students. After each student completes the course, I write a detailed critique of their time with me. I told the prospective employer that I would look through this student’s critique and get back to him.

As it turned out, his critique was pretty runof-the-mill and for his flying skills, on a scale of one to ten he may have been a seven. His strong points were that he did put forth a 100 percent effort in regards to studying and helping around the airport. In my critique, I had written that he was dependable, punctual, sober (very important) and had the drive to excel. Flying the airplane is important, but these other attributes are equally important - if not more so. Skill with the GPS and efficient SAFE turns will get better and better with time and practice. We’ve seen many, many students who were a “natural” when it came to flying the airplane, but they may have been somewhat lacking in the other attributes I just mentioned.

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In one of my previous articles I have mentioned this, but students who concern me the most are those who can fly the wings off an airplane and think they are “bullet proof.” This particular pilot, who is the focus of this little dissertation, definitely does not fall into the “bullet proof” category. He has a mature attitude about ag flying and is more concerned about doing a good job for the farmer and being able to use the airplane the next day. He came across to me as earnestly striving to be the best ag pilot he can be.

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

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100th Anniversary of Aerial Application Celebration Scheduled for August 3

We are thrilled to celebrate the official 100th anniversary of aerial application at a special event on Tuesday, Aug. 3, in Leesburg, Virginia. Invitees include Congressional Members, VIPs in the ag and aviation industry, media, USDA, FAA and Department of Transportation.

On Aug. 3, 1921, Lt. John A. Macready flew a Curtiss JN-6 from McCook Field in Ohio to a nearby catalpa grove while Etienne Dormoy manually dispensed lead arsenate over the grove to kill sphinx moth larvae. In all, the dusting plane passed the grove six times and distributed about 175 pounds of the insecticide. After the 54 seconds it took to apply aerially, less than 1% of the insects remained alive on the catalpa trees after six days of observation of the targeted area. The speed, efficiency and overwhelming effectiveness of the aerial dusting experiment spawned the birth of the agricultural aviation industry.

The celebration on Aug. 3 will provide an overview of the industry’s importance, a brief history, and the technological evolution of the industry, as well as the official presentation of Dusty Crophopper (the AT-400 used to promote Disney’s 2013 movie Planes) being donated to the Smithsonian’s National Air & Space Museum. Thank you to Rusty and Lea Lindeman for the donation of Dusty Crophopper. Dorothy Cochrane, the General Aviation Curator of the Smithsonian, will be there to accept.

Preliminary Event Details: • Aug. 3, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (program begins at 11 a.m.).

• ProJet Aviation (North Corporate Hangar at Leesburg Executive Airport) located at 957 Sycolin Road SE in Leesburg, Virginia 20175.

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Space is limited; if you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Lindsay Barber by July 23. Parking details will be shared with attendees.

• Airports: 1. Dulles International Airport: 25 minutes from the ProJet hangar.

2. Leesburg Executive Airport (KJYO), where ProJet is based.

• Hotels within three miles of ProJet (NAAA does not have a room block, but the hotels below offer a preferred rate by calling the numbers below and asking for the ProJet preferred rate). There are also many other hotels near Dulles Airport.

• Comfort Suites Leesburg: (703) 669-1650 • Hampton Inn Leesburg: (703) 669-8640 • Homewood Suites Leesburg: (571) 258-1068 NAAA is grateful to the companies and industry supporters for their generosity in sponsoring 100th anniversary projects, including Visionary Sponsors Air Tractor’s U.S. Dealer Organization (Farm Air, Frost Flying, Lane Aviation, Neal Aircraft, Southeastern Aircraft & Valley Air Crafts), Covington Aircraft, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Rusty & Lea Lindeman and Darrel & Deb Mertens.

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From my recollections, the Call Aircraft Company (CallAir) was established in 1939 by Reuel Call at Afton, Wyoming, to build a touring aircraft that he had designed. WWII intervened and they carried out repair contracts for the duration.

After the war they did produce several hundred of the "A" series, a tidy low-wing cabin aircraft, but realised that they would be unable to compete with the likes of Piper and Cessna so the company focused on the agricultural aircraft market.

In 1954, CallAir designed the A-4, one of the USA's early purpose-built spray aircraft. Whilst a moderately successful type, the company ran into financial problems and was sold to InterMountain Manufacturing (IMCO). I think that the "A" series of cabin aircraft used the 125 or 135 bhp Continental engine. Already evident is the non-cantilever, strutbraced, wing configuration that became so familiar on the A-9 and the Piper PA-25 Pawnee.

The A-4 and A-7 were improved and re-engined to become the A-9 CallAir using the now classic and most sensible configuration for an ag-aircraft... low-wing with a tractor engine with the spray tank and cockpit raised and rearward. Production of the A-9 commenced in 1963 with 25 being imported

into Australia by the distributor, Aerial Agriculture of Bankstown, NSW. The A-9 has a steel-tube fuselage covered by metal panels forward and dacron fabric to the rear. The wings have wooden main-spars with alloy ribs with dacron covering. The cockpit has a roll-over cage and wire-cutters are fitted to the undercarriage legs and the windscreen. The fibreglass spray tank holds 170 US gallons.

The basic specs for the A-9 are: • Engine: 235 bhp Lycoming O-540. (later variants used the 300 bhp injected IO-540).

• Wingspan: 35 ft, wing area 182 square feet, length: 24 ft.

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Whilst I sprayed extensively in the very similar PA-25 Pawnee, I never used the A-9 on ag-work.

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Top: An early photograph of a CallAir A-2.

Bottom: Believed to be a CallAir B-1 with the IO-720 Lycoming engine.

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two-seat K-13 to 2,000 feet and get back onto the ground in about five minutes. I really liked the A-9.

It was lively and responsive and comfortable to sit in for a few hours of towing on a busy day.

The B-1 story is of interest to us in New Zealand because it was disliked by many pilots. The B-1 was essentially a scaled-up A-9. It was considerably larger (wingspan 44 ft. 8 inches, length 30 ft.) and a much heavier aircraft with a hopper capacity nearly double that of the A-9. They fitted the 400 BHP opposed eight-cylinder Lycoming IO-720 which was, before fixes were made, a horrible engine. New Zealand operators discovered this with their earlier Fletcher FU-24-950 models which suffered many engine problems and complete failures. Of the 36 B-1s produced, eight came to New Zealand.

I never flew one and I know for sure that some pilots were most reluctant to fly them on aerial topdressing operations. I was unable to find any reliable weight data for the B-1 other than a payload figure of 1,500 lbs, which does not sound correct for such a large spray tank/hopper size. I recall carting nearly 1,300 lbs of spray-mix in the 235 BHP Pawnee from a good airstrip. My guess is

that the B-1 had an empty weight of about 3,000 lbs. Add the pilot (180 lb) and fuel for 1.5 hours (200 lbs), plus a load of 2,000 lbs of fertiliser and we get 5,380 lbs. That is about the same as a 400 BHP FU-24 or a DHC-2 Beaver.

I did hear that the B-1 was a 'ground-lover' on take-off and had poor climb performance. I also heard that its undercarriage was not up to the large numbers of take-offs from our often rough airstrips.

I hazily recall hearing, or reading, something about the engine cowl shape creating adverse aerodynamic effects at high power...down-forces which did not help matters as airspeed increased. I can't find any written reference to this effect, but it has stuck in my memory over many decades. But, the fact is that the B-1 was principally designed for aerial spraying operations from reasonably good airstrips and probably did a good job of that.

In the CallAir Museum, which is co-located with the Afton Civic Centre, I saw a yellow B-1A hanging from the ceiling. It had a 450 BHP Pratt & Whitney R-985 radial fitted and a three-blade propeller. To my eye, it looks a lot nicer than the version with the flat-eight IO-720.

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operators tried to operate the aircraft with excessive payloads which did not suit, relative to overseas practice, our short airstrips. Studying a photograph of the B-1, I note the long and wide upper fuselage and engine cowling. In the flying attitude, it does present a large surface area which could well have generated a considerable down force. I wonder also about the deck angle the B-1 sits at in the three-point attitude. The undercarriage is quite short which results in an angle-of-attack several degrees less than that required to generate maximum lift at the take-off end of the airstrip. And, unlike an FU-24, at high weight it is not possible to rotate a taildragger to a high angle of attack, thus requiring a higher airspeed to be attained for a clean lift-off. On short New Zealand airstrips, I can visualise the problem, particularly as ground effect was suddenly removed as one fell off the end of the strip into clear space.

Also, as the aircraft began to roll after loading, the undercarriage would tend to spread, further reducing the AoA. One wonders whether vortex generators on the top cowl may have improved matters. Certainly

the B-1A, with its uncowled P & W R-985 radial breaking up the airflow, would not have had that down-force problem; in my estimation.

Several of the New Zealand B-1s suffered accidents. In 2012, on the Flight Safety Foundation's www.flightsafety.org Aviation Safety Network's database, I found 17 accidents involving the CallAir B-1. Of these only three were in the USA, one of which was fatal. All the remainder listed occurred in New Zealand. So, it may be fairly said that the type's operational record under our operational conditions was dismal indeed. I have to wonder just how much homework was done by those operators who purchased the B-1 with the Lycoming IO-720 engine. It is somewhat of a mystery to me, as the involved operators were experienced men and not fools.

Mike Feeney of Hamilton, New Zealand is a retired professional ag-pilot and a long-time aviation journalist, technical and air safety writer. mikefeeney@actrix.co.nz

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NTSB Identification: ERA21FA200 Date: May 2, 2021 Location: Wingate, NC Aircraft: ROBINSON HELICOPTER R44 Injuries: Fatal On May 2, 2021 a Robinson R-44 helicopter was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Wingate, North Carolina. The pilot was fatally injured. The helicopter was being operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 aerial application flight. The commercial pilot was spraying fungicide on a wheat field when the accident occurred. According to several witnesses, this was the first time they had observed the northwest portion of the field, which contained multiple power lines, being sprayed via aerial application. The helicopter had been applying fungicide all morning, operating about 15 ft above the 3-ft-tall wheat during the spraying operation. The pilot’s wife reported that after landing, having lunch and loading more fungicide, the pilot took off to begin spraying where he left off. Images recovered from a GPS application on the pilot’s tablet computer showed that the helicopter took off, flew to where the pilot left off, and completed its first pass in a northerly heading. The helicopter then turned and flew over the field on a southerly heading. The data correlated to the helicopter’s flight track ended in the vicinity of where the helicopter’s main wreckage came to rest.

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of the witnesses stated that it appeared as though the helicopter became entangled in the wires before it descended nose-first into the ground.

The helicopter impacted and severed an energized wire, also known as a “primary wire” that was oriented about 228° magnetic and measured about 29 ft above ground level at its lowest point over the wheat field. The wire spanned about 345 ft between two utility poles, 264 ft of that span over the wheat field. Two additional power lines spanned other portions of this northwesterly portion of the field. The helicopter came to rest on its left side. The fuselage was crushed and deformed aft.

The tail boom remained attached to the main fuselage; however, the empennage, composed of the upper and lower vertical stabilizers, horizontal stabilizer, the tail rotor and its gearbox, were separated from the tail boom. The windscreen and door windows were separated from the fuselage and fragmented. Both main rotor blades remained attached to the hub and were whole from root to tip. One blade was bent downwards about 2 ft outboard of the blade grip, and the other was bent downward and in a U-shape.

The agricultural hopper remained partially attached to the fuselage. It was breached and its lower side was crush-damaged. The engine compartment and engine remained intact. The empennage was located 99 ft and 336° from the main wreckage. (See Figure 1) The lower vertical stabilizer sustained trailing edge impact and semicircular crush damage just below the horizontal stabilizer. The tail rotor gearbox was intact but separated from its airframe mount and was located about 112 ft and 208° from the main wreckage. The tail rotor hub remained attached to the tail rotor gearbox output shaft and portions of

the two tail rotor blades remained attached to the hub. One tail rotor blade was missing about 5 inches of its tip end and the other tail rotor blade was missing about 2 ft of its outboard span. One of these sections was not recovered. The leading edges of both tail rotor blades exhibited impact damage. A fractured segment of one of the tail rotor blades, measuring about 18 inches in length, was located 170 ft and 44° from the main wreckage.

The tip portion of one of the fractured tail rotor blades, measuring about 5 inches, was located 119 ft and 3° from the main wreckage. The tip portion exhibited impact scars consistent with a wire strike as well as impact with the tail rotor guard.

NTSB Identification: CEN21LA223 Date: May 18, 2021 Location: Clayton, LA Aircraft: AIR TRACTOR INC AT-502A Injuries: Fatal On May 18, 2021, an Air Tractor was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Clayton, Louisiana. The pilot was fatally injured.

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A postaccident examination revealed ground impact marks from the outline of the wings, which indicated that the airplane impacted the ground in a flat and wings level inverted attitude.

The wing fuel tanks were found breached, and a significant amount of fuel was noted in the dirt under the airplane. The cockpit was crushed into the ground and partially buried. The propeller blades were twisted and bent and also partially buried in the ground. The flaps were found near full extension. A SatLoc GPS was removed from the airplane and sent to the NTSB Vehicle Recorders Lab for examination and data download.

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Financial, Economic and Accounting Break-Even Point

The accounting break-even point is the most used and the simplest.

In it, the value of fixed costs and expenses is divided by the contribution margin.

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Break-even is when the company’s total revenue is exactly equal to the sum of costs and expenses.

It is calculated to know how much, in number of transactions or money, it is necessary to sell the service in order to pay for the operations without making a loss. It is noteworthy that the breakeven point is not the goal of any company, but a reference, the objective is to make a profit. If the break-even point is exceeded by $1.00, it means that the company is profiting.

The accounting break-even point is the most used and the simplest. In it, the value of fixed costs and expenses is divided by the contribution margin. The result is the revenue needed to match spending. There are two variations of the accounting break-even point. At the financial break-even point, the only difference is that the depreciation of assets and other non-disbursable expenses are excluded from fixed costs. This is because some companies, in their annual balance sheets, include depreciation as a cost – for example, if they have an asset that was worth $100 and is now worth $70, the $30 lost enters the company’s list of costs or expenses.

At the point of financial balance, this difference is ignored, because all that matters are the expenses that represent an outlay of money from the company’s cash. The other variation is the economic equilibrium point, in which the opportunity cost is added to the sum. This is a monetary correction to be considered together with fixed expenses. The reasoning is as follows: if the entrepreneur did not invest in the company, he could invest his money in an investment that would yield, for example, 10% a year. The economic break-even point considers this margin, that is, you only “tie” when you pay the expenses and have a

remuneration compatible with the percentage that the money would yield invested in the financial market.

To find the break-even result, you first need to ascertain two factors: Fixed expenses that you will consider in the cost of keeping the company in operation, whatever its production. This includes renting the office or operating base; employee salary; water, electricity and gas; office supplies, hygiene and cleaning; cleaning, aircraft maintenance and security services. What is not included in this calculation are taxes on services and pilots’ commission. These costs will already be built into the service’s sales price.

The contribution margin is the gross gain on sales of services. In addition to being useful for finding the break-even point, it is often used to calculate the selling price of services. You add up the service costs and variable expenses and add the contribution margin value to the result. This surplus will serve, firstly, to pay the company’s fixed expenses and then the profit.

The most commonly used calculation to reach the break-even point is very simple. You will add up your business’ fixed expenses and divide them by the contribution margin. The formula is this: Breakeven point = Fixed expenses / contribution margin In the case of the financial equilibrium point, it is only necessary to disregard depreciation and other non-payable expenses when calculating the amount corresponding to fixed expenses. At the economic break-even point, you add a percentage to these expenses. For example, if the expenses are $50,000 in a year and you set the opportunity cost to 15% of that amount, the total fixed costs will be $57,500.

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You saw that the break-even point is when revenues equal expenses and there is no profit, and that the contribution margin is the amount used to pay fixed expenses and profit, right? From there, it is possible to conclude that when the contribution margin is equal to the fixed expenses, the company is at its break-even point.

With this type of number in hand, the diagnosis will depend on the company’s particularities. If the break-even point or number of services needed is too high, an alternative is to change the contribution margin. But beware, because this implies a new sale price for the service.

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by Martin da Costa Porto

Distractions and details have the potential to significantly threaten safety in all phases of flight.

The pilot opened his eyes and what he saw was the ceiling of a white room, “Where am I,” he wondered? He looked down and could see cables connected to his body, turned his head and saw monitors and computers in his hospital room.

The last thing he remembers is the tree branches approaching at incredible speed, hitting the windscreen of his plane and his arm covering his face in an effort of self-preservation.

This story can be fantasy or reality. What is not fantasy is the fact that in agricultural aviation the details make the difference. There is a factory placard on my plane that says: "Caution: loose sleeves can retard the throttle when closing the spray valve" and that's what happened to this pilot.

By closing the spray valve, his sleeve retarded the throttle and the plane was left without power at a critical moment.

WHY DO DETAILS MATTER? If you are sitting in the cockpit of an agricultural aircraft, you fly very well, you know how to make applications and sometimes the piloting technique is done mechanically. What not all of us know and learn from bad experiences, scares and moments of terror is that small details can kill us. There are so many details that it would be impossible to talk about all of them, so I am going to discuss two examples that happened to me.

THE HORROR OF BRAKES THAT DO NOT RESPOND Many current checklists include in the phase before landing, "Brake pressure: Check". In agricultural aviation we usually do not use such detailed checklists and in our operations it is not practical to make a checklist before each landing.

On one occasion after landing with a slight crosswind, as the plane’s tail wheel touched the ground, it began to drift into the wind due to the weather vane effect. That's when I hit the brakes

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to avoid drifting and there was nothing, the pedal had no pressure. The next thing was an adrenaline strike and then the wing hit a pole. Fortunately, a dent in the leading edge of the wing was the physical consequence for my plane. The hardest blow was to my ego for not having tested the brakes on final and detected that the brakes did not work.

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BLIND TAKE-OFF With much terror, I discovered the sinister combination of humidity, cold and windshield with traces of agrochemicals on the windscreen. One autumn morning, after washing my windscreen, I started the takeoff run and the windscreen, as if by magic, began to turn white preventing me from seeing anything ahead. Looking through artificial myopia, flying the plane was the makeshift solution. Then I recovered from the shock and with the plane under control, I opened the side air intake of my window and I cleaned a spot of about 10 cm that allowed me to land safely.

1% BETTER EVERY TIME Behavior change expert and great writer James Clear in his excellent book Atomic Habits, talks about the power of little habits. In fact, the book refers to the name Habits (routine or practice that is carried out on a regular basis) and Atomic (small amount of something, source of immense energy or power). Clear talks about the “aggregation of marginal profits”. The principle of this philosophy is based on isolating each one of the aspects of our activity and simply applying an improvement of 1%.

There are distraction details, like using the cell phone, adjusting the pressure of the spraying equipment, looking at the amount of liquid in the hopper in the swath, glare and even

cows on the track. Distractions and details have the potential to significantly threaten safety in all phases of flight. These are details, which would not be very important in the general context of agricultural work, but in the event of an accident, yes.

As an agricultural pilot, I cannot prevent the plane's brakes from failing. However, I can check it. I also don't have the ability that Charles Lindbergh had to land his plane without a windshield at night in Paris, but I can use a clean rag for my windshield. I can educate my ground support to use a wet end of the rag to clean the windshield and with the dry end, remove the remains of the product from it.

As Clear says, “Your results are the reactive indicators of your habits. The little battles we win every day are what define our future.” So every time your helper goes to clean your windshield, tell him, "One end wet and the other dry."

Martin da Costa Porto is an Uruguayan agpilot and ag-pilot instructor. He has over 20 years experience flying ag and over 3,000 hours of flight instruction. He currently flies an AT-402B turboprop Air Tractor in Uruguay.

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Aircraft - Ag Cat

1989 Super B Fat Cat, super 6 engine, 500 gallon, 11,166 TT, 1189 since hot, 188 IRAN, hydraulic spray system, air conditioning and heat, wing extensions, servos, night lights, E/I digital gauges. $250K out of annual or $280K with annual. Call 509-5208267

1974 Ag Cat G164A with 8829.9 total time, 2800.9 since Hershey rebuild. Pratt and Whitney Geared 1340 1241.9 SMOH. Hamilton Standard 23D40 3 blade hydrostatic propeller. Aircraft features sealed cockpit, metal wings with Hershey tips, 335 gallon hopper, 115 gallon fuel system with bottom load port, stainless steel belly and booms, and aluminum spreader. Equipped with a SATLOC M3 touch screen, smoker and flagger. $85,000 Aircraft is located at KHSG, Thermopolis, WY. Please call Steve at 307-277-3822 or Nathan at 307921-8579

Your choice out of three 400 Gallon Super B Ag Cats. Only looking to sell one at the moment but all are well maintained and always hangared northern airplanes. They aren’t exactly alike though, so look at each photo for better details. All Garrett powered (2 have Super 1’s & one is a -1), 400 Gallon Hoppers, SS Booms, Swathmaster Spreaders, All Metal Wings, Cockpit Heat, Bottom Load Fuel, Automatic Flagman. These airplanes are all working, so the times are subject to change. $284,500 Message for more info or call 541-9692062.

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1977 450B Ag Cat - Only 12095 TTAF, 1276 SMOH All logs, bought new by original owner, SATLOC LiteStar, Flagger, working now. $35,000 OBO. Call Joe at 918-704-0308

1972 G-164A Ag Cat ExWing! Fresh annual, TTAF: 8220, PW R-985A-14B enrolled in on-condition program, Engine TSMOH:1027.5, Hamilton Standard 2D30-301 TSMOH: 0, Hershey locking tailwheel, C/W single point refueling, Mode C Xponder, VHF comm, GPS, Pump and one set of booms. New tires all around, New brakes and fresh overhaul on prop! $68,000 USD. Price Reduced! Call Bruce at 306-628-7606

1978 G164B Ag Cat - Corn Run Ready! 14000+ TT, Garrett TPE333-1, 1361 SHOT, 700 hrs. SNEW prop blades, bottom load 80 gal fuel, cold air, SATLOC M3, new windshield, new batteries, fresh starter generator, April 2021 annual. A hard working, easy to fly standard B Model. $145K Call 870926-7165

1974 Turbine Ag Cat, N9853, Super One TPE331. Call Boyd at 406388-4497 for more details.

1992 Turbine Factory Super B, Air Conditioned, SS booms and spreader, Ducks feet Aileron boost, M3 SATLOC keypad entry, Big fuel. $365K steve@andersonsflying.com for more info.

Better’n NEW 450 Ag Cat! Total “Ground-up” Restoration! Loads of Up-Grades. “B” Cabin, hopper, 67 fuel, TL Gate, Fly Tips, More.

Best “450” performer EVER! Ready for another 50-years of Reliable, Profitable, Safe Service. $215K + invested, Worth $179K, fair offer considered. frank.kelley@ag-cat.com 870-886-2418/2489F 870-7591692 Cell. Ag cat Sales/Service since 1971. PS - Would make a fantastic 2-holer.

1975 Grumman Ag Cat G164A, AFTT 5678, Engine & Prop TT 302. $100,000 Call Boyd at 406-388-4497 or 406-580-9909

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1976 Grumman Ag Cat G164A, TTAF 8689, Engine & Prop TT 0. $115,000 Call Boyd at 406-3884497 or 406-580-9909

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Export Special: G164A+, Fresh AmAg repair w/factory jigged fuselage, New 335-Hopper, Ext’d/Metal Wings, 80fuel, 24V w/Strobes, E-Servo, TWL, Hybrid Combo, Ready for 1000 hr. service-run. Your R985/R1340 E&P. $69K Includes CofaW4E, your container or flyaway. AgCat Sales/Services since 1971, 870-886-2418/2489 Fax, 870-759-1692 Cell. frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com Special “Pair” Pricing for (2) Fresh Super A+600 Queen Cats. 350 Hopper, H-V TLand Combos, 80-Fuel, B-Cabins, TST, Zero AF & E&P! Be smart, fly safe, do better work! Bank on 4-wings! $225 + invested, reduced to $199K each. Ag Cat Sales and Service since 1971. 8702418/2489F frank.kelley@ag-cat.com

Aircraft - Air Tractor AT-301

1984 AT-301, N3167P, TTAF 5879.6, Tack Time 382.1, ESMOH 999.6, Metal Tail, 3 Blade Hydromatic, Geared 1340 Engine, Weather Aero Fan/Crop Hawk, Lowered Booms, GPS, Includes spreader but plane has never had a spreader on it.

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1988 AT-301, N69WN, TTAF 8900.0, P&W R-1340 SMOH 370.0, Overhaul by Younkin, Hamilton Standard Prop SPOH 530, 320 Gal Hopper, AgPilot X GPS, Flow Control, Smoker, SS Boom, A/C, VG’s, Lane Electric Brake, Bottom Load Fuel, 25 inch gate, 2 each spreaders. MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net 1986 AT-301, R-1340 geared engine, 600 hrs since Covington OH, Bantam GPS, CP’s, $75K no trade. Farm Air Inc. Call 877-715-8476 Best Classified Buy In The Industry.

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1983 AT-301A, Montana airplane, 7484 TT, PW 1340-AN2 Geared 48 SMOH, 23D40 Prop 48 SMOH, Dyna Nav GPS w/flow control, New Seat Cushion w/pneumatic lumbar, A/C, Spar cap, leading edge skins & nose ribs 26 hrs, Always Hangared, Fresh Annual with sale. Photos available, $110,000 406-262-3826 Phone or Text

1977 AT-301, Bought new and been in Montana all its life. Always hangared.

TT5065, PW 1340-AN1 275 SMOH Tulsa, Prop 22D40 494 SMOH, Wing spar cap 320 HR since replacement, Ag Tips, Dyna Nav GPS w/flow control, VG’s, Speed Ring, Fresh Annual w/sale. Photos Available. $75K 406-262-3826 Phone or Text

1977 AT-301, Bought new and been in Montana all its life. Always hangared.

TT 5301, PW 1340-AN1 373 SMOH Tulsa, Prop 22D40 “0” SMOH, Wing spar cap 385 Hr since replacement, Ag Tips, Dyna Nav GPS w/flow control, VG’s, Fresh Annual with sale. Photos Available. $75,000 406262-3826 Phone or Text

1981 AT-301, N2367C, TTAF: 15734, Wings: Zero time, Pratt and Whitney: Model R-1340-S3H1-G, TTE: 10353, SMOH: 128, Prop: 3Blade Hydromatic, TSOH: Zero. $125,000 Call Doug Thiel at 559-665-7830

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2012 AT-402B, Rinse tank, 230gal fuel tanks, center point fuel, smoker, A/C, always hangared, clean! TTAF 2341.5. 0.0 since hot section, 2341.5 - TTPROP, Contact Darryl Riddell at South Delta Aviation, Inc.$625,000 Call Darryl at South Delta Aviation - 479-935-4891 / 870995-1323 nights and weekends Order your Turbine AT-402 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250

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1987 AT-501, N7314Q, Walter conversion, 500 gals, side fuel, MVP 50 engine monitor, 7416 TTAF, 521 TTE, Lots of extras. Minnesota plane. Call Jon at 320-760-5075

AT-502

2019 AT-502B -34 Like new, For sale fall 2021. Owner flown. All maintenance & inspections performed by Frost. Frost will provide HSI w/sale. Estimated time will be around 1000 hrs. G4 w/flow controller, 38” gate, single point fuel, load hog & Auger. Stainless cam locks, No blemishes looks perfect. $850K 901483-1089 Parting Out 1990 AT-502 -34 Engine & Prop. Call Mike at Valley Air Crafts 559.686-7401 Order your AT-502 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. 478-987-2250

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Off set engine mount. Aileron trim. All glass good. Price reduced to $295K As is. For sale or lease. 501-516-6156 AT-602, Complete solid airframe less engine/prop. -65 engine mount, 11,000 AFTT, 1600 remaining on spar. $85,000 For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@ farmairinc.com

AT-802

1997 AT-802A -65 Serial #802A-0038, Fresh Annual Jan 2021, 10022.6 TT, SATLOC Intellistar, WINGMAN, Smoker, Transland Swathmaster Spreader, Stainless Booms, 3” Spray system, Pump, Lane electric brake, Side load fuel. $515,000 Call Britt at 870-255-4873 2022 AT-802A, FTO, -65AG, LOADED, BOTTOM LOAD FUEL. $1,532,500 Call Lane Aviation 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401

2010 AT-602, PT6-60, 6100 TT, IRAN prop, replaced PT starter and governor number 6 bearing October 2019 and HSI, new CT blades and segments and bleed air valve 700 hrs (clean). Wings scheduled to be done 12/21. Price reduced to $410K Call 662-645-8790 1997 AT-602, N602LA, PT6A-45A, 9,370 total aircraft time, air conditioner, smoker, Lane fan and brake, Bantam w/Intelliflow. 3,500 hours since Light Engine Overhaul, 1650 Since Prop Overhaul, 3,500 hours remaining on spars. Stainless booms, Reabe Hopper and Pressure Gauge. No damage history. $275,000 Larry 956-330-7119 Order your AT-602 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-9872250

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2010 AT-802A PT6A65AG, N389LA 802A0389, 3,526 TT, 10” Hydraulic Gate w/Vondran Controller, Wingman, G4 w/Flowcontrol, CP 11 Nozzle, Smoker, Electric Brake Gr Adj, Single Point Fuel & 308 Fuel, Fresh Annual. $725K Call David at 870-501-1136 2006 AT-802A, PT6A-65AG, 7700 TTSN, new wing spars, new hoppers, 308 fuel, fresh FCU/pump, CP’s, com radio, transponder/ ADSB-out, G4 GPS/ flow, S.P fuel, Kawak. $750K For more information call 309-759-4646 or email farmair@farmairinc.com

2007 AT-802A -67AG, Vondran Controller & Fire Door, Smoker, 3350 hrs TTAE, 308 Gallon Fuel Tank, Time Continued with Covington, Light Overhaul 1000 hrs ago, CT Disk Blades, Fuel Controller, Prop Governor Replaced, Pac 24 Audio Panel, S140 Com, NAT 136D FM, GTX345 Transponder ADSB In/Out. Willing to change over to Ag, take fire equipment off. $850,000 Call Tracy Wooten 501517-6896

1998 AT-802A, N5094H, TTAE 12152.6, PT6A65AG, Hartzell Propeller 2000.0 SPOH, Reabe digital hopper quantity & spray boom pressure, E-TEC Inc. fast start system, Comm radio, Hemisphere G4 GPS, Right side boom shut off, Smoker, Hydraulic gate A/C, Wipaire vortex generators, Wingman, Annual 1/10/21.

See spec sheet for details. MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net

2006 AT-802 -67 Total Time: 6800, Available November or December, New Paint, Annual In Jan. 2021, New Stage 2 PT Blades, SATLOC G4, Smoker, Wingman, Side Load Fuel, 10” Deep Throat Spreader, Vondran Controller, Hydraulic 10” Door, Flow Control, ADSB In and Out. $750,000 Call 501-517-6896

2000 AT-802A, N804DG, TTAF 8400, PT6A-67AG TTE 9030, TSOH 123, TSHSI “0”, Hartzell HCB5MA-3D/11691N w/new long blades, 158 hrs. SPOH, New Garmin radio package, New paint, Extensive rebuild in Sept. 2018 w/8236 hrs. TT. New annual Date-of-Sale. See spec sheet for complete rebuild list. $720K Call 409-656-5998

2002 Red/White AT-802A, N802MA, s/n 802A-0136 with 4048 TTSN, PT6A-65AG s/n PCEPN0050, 4048 TTSN 0-since Covington hot, new CT blades, new segments, fresh liner, current FCU/ pump, Hartzell propeller model HC-B5MP-3F s/n EVA2699 1450 S-IRAN, smoker, electric brake/fan, steam gauges, 308 fuel, STC single point fuel, Kawak, G-4 GPS/flow, CP’s, Transland 7-1/2” hyd gate, Transland wingman, new annual. $725K Call 309-759-4646

2016 AT-802A, N805KP, PT6A-65AG Available September 2021. Approx.

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2019 AT-802 FireBoss Equipped as a FireBoss, Equipped with PT6A-67F engine, dual cockpit/ full dual controls. Air Tractor FRDS fire gates, rear seat instruments and avionics, 380 gallon fuel, and a very unique paint scheme. Aircraft is additionally equipped as a FireBoss with amphibious floats, ground fill option, and a WipAire rear seat redundancy control package. Available for immediate delivery. Call Mike at Valley Air Crafts 559-686-7401

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2004 AT-802 -67AG USFS/ DOI CARDED, -67AG Fresh Hot Section, TT3932, STOH 2205, Prop 73 SPOH, KY 196A, KY 196A, TDFM 136A, GTX-345 Transponder, Smoker, Hydromax Fire Gate USFS/DOI Carded Fresh Annual. $800K Call 575-7634300 or Email cameron@aerotechteam. com for further details.

2005 AT-802A, 6975 TTSN, PT6A67AG, 6975 TTSN, 220 since Covington hot, 0-SIRAN prop, electric brake, smoker, CP’s, G-4 w/flow, Kawak, MVP50T, wingman, 10” gate, new wing spars, new hopper, Farm Air referb, Sept. 2018 annual, NO TRADES. Call 309-303-5161

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1975 Cessna A188B, Whole or Parts. Full restoration project.

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Title, good wings, fuselage, hopper and most control surfaces. Wings, ailerons and flapsare in good condition. $35,000 takes it all or if you are looking for parts prices are as follows.

Cessna Serial Number 18802381T 1. Hopper-$5000, 2. Left wing with flapand aileron-$15000, 3. Right wing flap and aileron-$15000, 4. Fuselage with seat, doors, cowling, motor mount and landing gear (Except tail wheel)-$15000 Call 480-225-4761 1974 Cessna C188 - For sale or trade, TTAF 7462, TTE 1000, new factory landing gears, both wings rebuilt, low booms, side step, new hyd engine driven pump, a spare chemical pump, new alternator, fuel pump, flow divider and throttle body bench tested and calibrated together, smoker, 98 SATLOC AirStar, all new glasses two years ago, SS split exhaust, also the adapter for a remote oil cooler, a new cooler not installed, remote oil filter. Asking $85,000 out right or would trade for a Bonanza or Skylab of equal value. I am retiring after 59 years. Call Ben Kirk at 662-803-5102

1969 Cessna Ag Wagon A188 (super clean) Registration: C-GZNI Serial #1880034 Location: TroisRivieres, QC, TTAF 5882 hr, Engine : Continental IO-520D Engine Time: 185hr/1200hr, SMOH 185hr, Propeller: Hartzell 3 blades, Paint/overhaul: 2004 Equipment: VHF, Transponder/encoder, AgNav II, Spreader and spray kit. $69,000 USD Call Richard 819-3803333

1972 Cessna 188 Ag Wagon, N21883, TT6350, 1740 SMOH, Prop165, stainless steel booms, SATLOC Lite 2, new leading edges, refurbished hopper, CP nozzles, owner flown since new. Good flying and fast!

Current annual with sale. Call Kevin at 785-386-8875 1975 Cessna Ag Truck, TTAF 4802, SFR 1240, SPIRAN 1240, S/S Dual Exhaust, Smoker, Wag, Crophawk 7B, Hyd/MAN SS spray system (except pump), 30 CP03, 4 Rotary Nozzles, A/C, No Heat, Landing, Inst. Lights, Hopper Light, Wing Tip Strobe, VG’s Hardwired ANR, Locking Tailwheel. $97,500 478285-3731

1964 Cessna 310I, TT 5253, Continental IO470U engines TSMOH LH 573 RH 249, McCauley props TSPOH LH 573 RH 670. Nice twin, true 6 seater & heavy hauler.

It’s a clean northern airplane with no corrosion, new tires, new heater & fresh annual. Paint and interior are both prob a 5 out of 10. Basic radios. Would be interested in trade for Piper Cherokee 6, Saratoga, or Lance. $55,000 Call Tanner Sotvik at 701-520-0229 or 701-662-4416

1978 Cessna Ag Truck, 5832 TTAF, 625 TTE, 550 TT on prop, 8.50X10 Clevelands, GPS, field ready. Price reduced to $112,000. Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. Call 850-336-0552

Aircraft - Dromader

1975 Ag Wagon, 7310 TTAF. IO-520D 1315 SMOH. Approx. 300 STOH, 570 SPOH, 86” McCauley, Winglets, Robertson STOL. Weathero Fan, Lite Star II, Smoker. $75,000 785623-3480

1995 M18A Turbine Dromader, 4500 TTAF, wings and tail section 2900, 400 TT SPOH, Engine TPE-331-11u-6116, 874 TSO, 400 since Teledo repair compressor housing, diffuser vane accessory drive housing, 2nd stage rotor replaced. Fresh annual w/sale. 2nd Dromader airframe less engine has new prop, only needs engine. Lots of spare parts. Asking $225,000. Very negotiable. Call 229524-1134 or 229-220-6343

Aircraft - Piper

1981 Piper PA-36-375 Turbine Brave, PT6A-20 662 SMOH, 232 SHS, Prop TSO 542, TTAF 5722, 2382 remaining on wing spar, fresh annual, new SATLOC Bantam w/IntelliFlow, Lane adjustable fan & brake, smoker, CP check valve nozzles, Nav/Strobe Instrument/ Landing and taxi lights. Very clean, great flying, great transition airplane. $290K OBO For more information call 318-339-4747 or email lowgoflyers@ gmail.com

1967 Piper PA-25-235, N4562Y, TTAF 5764, Lycoming 0-540-B2C5, TTE 1463 SMOH, McCauley 1A200 Propeller, SATLOC GPS Lite Star 4, New Lane Electric Fan and Brake, Spray Booms, Pawnee Spreader, Excellent Paint and Interior, Annual 3/23/21. $99,000 MidContinent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-3250885 www.midcont.net

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1982 Piper Super Cub. Lowest time Piper built Cub on the planet, 650 hours TTSN, 0 SMOH, Stits Fabric, beautiful paint, Com Radio, L3 Lynx transponder with ADSB in-out with touchscreen weather, traffic. $150,000 Call Sun Valley Aviation 956-421-4545

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1978 PA-36-375 Brave, TT 2820, TTSMO 1060, 2000 TBO, 1260 remaining on spar, SATLOC M3, flow control, stainless plumbing, fuel tank foam replaced, electric fan clutch, Vortex generators, Comm radio, split spray booms, smoker, hangared. Ready to work! $165K 281-450-0632 leave message or text.

1974 Piper Brave PA 36400 IO-720 (400 HP) 3975 TT, 1875 SMOH, Wing Spar AD Complete, SATLOC Litestar III, Dyna Nav Flow Control, Superbooms with Davidon Rotary Atomizers. $97,500 or make reasonable offer. Call 701-4001113

2019 Thrush 510P with P&W PT6A-34AG, Smoker, Bantam GPS, Intelliflow, Lane Electric Brake, Single Point Fuel, Vortex Generator and Leading Edge Lights. 264 TT. $875,000 Please contact Dennis or Tim at 319-266-0474.

Aircraft - Thrush

1976 PA 36 SUPER BRAVE 400 HP - 3965 Total Time, 66 since Overhaul engine, 66 since IRAN Prop, 4040 hours remaining on wing spar caps, 275 gal hopper, Agrinautics pump and fan, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles and check valves, 2” left side load, extended wings, 90 gal fuel with new fuel cells, crop hawk, automatic flagger, pistol grip, nav/ strobe/instrument/landing/taxi and night working lights, left entry step, good paint, tires and glass. Price reduced to $185K or OBO. Contact Johnston Aircraft Service at 559-686-1794, info@johnstonaircraft.com or visit our website at www.johnstonaircraft.com

1976 PA 36 Turbine Brave 550SHP - 6450TT, 3097 since P&W factory O/H PT6A20A engine with 0 since HSI and compliance with A.D.2014-11-05, 0 SOH 3 Blade Hartzell Prop, 275 gallon hopper, JAS gate, Agrinautics pump, electric brake, dropped streamlined booms with CP nozzles, 2” left side load, improved hopper lid, JAS High Lift Wing Leading Edges, 90 gal fuel, CommRadio, Crophawk, electric turn and bank, clock, nav/strobe/instrument/landing and taxi lights, Del Norte GPS, pistol grip, left entry step, good tires/glass and paint, 1739 hours remaining on wing spar caps.

Aircraft is in very good condition and needs to go to work! Call and let’s make a deal! 559-686-1794, Email info@ johnstonaircraft.com or visit our website at www.johnstonaircraft.com Order your Clipped J3 Cub Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250

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1989 Turbine Thrush, N3097K, TTAF 16500, TTE 16500, OH Fuel Control 2020, SHSI 200, 2016 Century Wing Spars, Vortex generators 2018, Fuel pump OH 2021, AC, Giua Gold new, New Vane Ring segment blades, New Paint. $350,000 Office: 229-524-1134 Cell: 229-2206343

2021 510P-34AG, 2” SST Spray System, 3” Side Loader, SST Reinforced 510 Gallon Fiberglass Hopper, 228 Gallon Fuel Capacity, Aluminum Booms, 250 amp Starter/Generator, A/C & Cabin Heat, Hi-Vis LED Wingtip, Navigation, & Strobe Lights, 41” SST Gatebox, Garmin G5 Attitude Indicator, MVP50 Glass Cockpit, SST Belly Skin, Hartzell Prop, Dual-Caliper Cleveland Brakes, 21” Floatation Tires, Storm Shield, Main Landing Gear Wire Cutters. Call North Star today at 620356-4528 to get your quote.

1978 S2R/T-34 Thrush, N4002S, 24,560TT, Record inlet, Metal Tail, VGs, Fastback, Loadmaster, Bantam with Intelliflow, Stainless Spray Gear, Work Lights, AC, Southwest Aircraft. Call or message for specs. $290,000 OBO Call Miles at 928-5809970

1996 S2R-G1, S#G104, TPE331-6 Super 6, 9688 TTAF, 3222 on Spar Caps (Fresh Eddie current) 6200 hr. life, 0 SPOH by Northwest Propeller, TPE331-Super 6, TSCAM-4928, TSHSI-0, TSGBI-0, All engine work done by TAE (AG AIR Turbines) Hatfield bottom load fuel, A/C, Vortex Generators, New SATLOC Bantam w/flow control, Stainless Spray system, AFS check valves w/CP nozzles, Agrinautics pump w/Lane brake, Aircraft radio, March of 2021 annual, $375K OBO 509-750-2309

2019 S2R-T34 Thrush, N1009F, TTAE 1400.0, PT6A-34AG, Hartzell HC-BY-TN-3C/T10702NS SNEW 1080.0, AM Safe Seat Belts, Long control Stick, G5, Vortex Generators, IntelliFlow, Kawak Throttle Quadrant, Custom Air Tail Wheel, SATLOC G4, Leading Edge Lights, SS Booms, Smoker, Cascade PT6 Pressure Cowl. Warranty on P&W is 2500 hrs.

TIS or 5 years. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net

1996 Ayres S2R G6-510, TTAF:5690, TTE: 10,907, Engine TSMO: 364, Prop TT: 513, C.A.M.’d 400 hrs ago, SATLOC M3 w/small screen, Hartzell 3 Blade, Lane Fan & Brake, VGs, SPFS, Smoker, A/C, Smoker, Fast Start, Battery Mod, EI FP-5 Fuel Flow Indicator, EI Torque Gauge. $375K Call North Star today at 620-356-4528

1974 Rockwell S2R-600, TT: 7756, Engine TSMO: 513, Prop TSOH: 0, Geared 1340, SST Booms, Bantam w/G4 Screen, KY 964 Comm, Hartzell 3 blade, Flow Control, Smoker, SPFS, Collins A/C, Extended Wings, Spring tailwheel, Chip Light, Aileron Servo Kit, 24V Electrical System, Flagger, Digital Tach, CropHawk, SS Pump and Electric Brake. New: Battery, A/C compressor, Fuel pump, Spark plugs, Air, Fuel, & Oil filters, Seatbelt/Harness. $145K Call North Star today at 620-3564528

1974 400 Gal Turbine Thrush, N5543X, Airframe only no engine. 8900 TT, new Century wings, 0 time prop, A/C, cool seat, 29” tires, spring tail, fabric tail, paint in 2016. Asking $150K OBO Call Kent at 229-2206343 or 229-524-1134

2004 Thrush 550, TTAF 8093, with PT6-60AG 0 shot, 0 time fuel control, Bleed valve, and High pressure pump, 0 SMOH prop, Hyd. gate box, SATLOC G4, booms and spreader. Sale with fresh annual. $420,000 Call 979-257-6695

2021 710P-65AG, 2” SST Spray System, 3” Side Loader, SST Reinforced 710 Gallon Fiberglass Hopper, 228 Gallon Fuel Capacity, 250 amp Starter/Generator, A/C & Cabin Heat, Hi-Vis LED Wingtip, Navigation, & Strobe Lights, 41” SST Gatebox, Garmin G5 Attitude Indicator, MVP-50 Glass Cockpit, SST Belly Skin, Hartzell Prop, Dual-Caliper Cleveland Brakes, 21” Floatation Tires, Storm Shield , Main Landing Gear Wire Cutters. Call North Star today at 620-356-4528 to get your quote.

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1996 S2R-G1 Thrush, N2237D, TTAF 9688.0, Super-6 TPE331-6, TSCAM-4928, TSHSI-0, All engine work done by TAE (Ag Air Turbines), Hatfield bottom load fuel, A/C Vortex generators, New SATLOC Bantam, Flow Control, SS Spray System, AFS check vales, CP nozzles, Agrinautics pump, Lane electric brake, Aircraft radios, Fresh Eddie Current.

Very clean aircraft! Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www.midcont.net

1998 S2R-G10/510 Thrush, N2146S, TTAF 4909.0, TPE-331-10, 825.0 TT SCAM, Hartzell propeller 0.0 SPOH, New fuel spline, Bantam GPS, Intelliflow, Lane electric brake, Smoker, Fast start, A/C, no heat, SS Boom, CP09 Nozzle, Comm radio, TRAC TXP w/ADS-B OUT, Installed new wing spar May 2016. Annual 2/21.

Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net

2012 Thrush S2R-T34, N986MM, TTAE:5100, PT6S-34AG, 400 hrs.SHI, Hartzell 4 blade prop, 900 hrs.SNEW, Cascade, MVT-50 glass panel, Load Hawg, Bantam GPS, IntelliFlow, Leading Edge lights, Vortex generators, Smoker, Bottom load fuel. Very clean aircraft, well maintained and no damage history. See spec sheet for more details.

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2009 AT-802A, Serial # 802A-0333, TTAE: 2588 hrs, Fresh Annual, 10” Hydraulic Gate, Dual Loading Valve, Smoker,Single Point Fuel, Bendix King Audio Panel, Garmin SL 40 Com, Garmin 345 Transponder, Garmin 496 GPS. $710,000 Call or text Michael 870-672-2089

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2013 Thrush S2R-T34, N3043V, TTAF 3398, PT61-34AG TTE 3398, 365 Since Hot Section, Concord Battery, CP Nozzles, AmSafe Seat Belts, GPS, Bird Lights, SS Spray Valve, Prop 365 Since Iran, Fresh Annual. See spec sheet for details. Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800-325-0885 www. midcont.net

1977 Thrush S2R, CFXMG, 2366R 13-40PW, 50 hrs. Prop TT, 50 hrs.

TTE, 7778 hrs. TTAF. Lots of spare parts to go with it - Rudder, Finn, Stabilizer, Extra cylinder jugs, Magneto carburetor, tire tubes and many other extras. $100K Canadian.

Call Ron at 306-861-0177

1977 Thrush S2R Turbine - 11,063 hours TTAF, Johnson Conversion and rebuild in 2007 (ME601E-11 with Avia Prop), Walters ME601E-11 engine with 3 hours Since IRAN (1560 SMOH), 400 gallon Hopper, AG Pilot X GPS with Flow Control (or Satloc Bantam if you prefer), MVP50 Engine display, Electric Fan Brake, Bottom load fuel, Smoker, A/C, Metal Tail, KAWAK Throttle quadrant, Fiberglass belly, Winglets, Nav lights, Polished Spinner. Fresh Thrush Service Center Annual!

Primed and Repainted Engine cowl, leading edges, vertical stab, and winglets. Rebuilt the tailwheel and primed and painted. She’s very clean and ready to go! Bring offers and trades! All specifications are subject to verification upon inspection by buyer. ASI JET is a Factory Authorized Thrush Dealer, Service center, and Parts distributor. Specializing in New and Used aircraft sales, Please Call ASI Jet Sales at 952-941-6255 for more information!

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1999 Thrush S2R-T34, N4061H, Frame off restoration. Like new.

TTAF 5,350. Engine PT6A -34AG. TSO 0.0. Century Wings with 115 gal fuel per side, extensions and winglets. New 4 Blade Propeller STC SA04302CH. New 510 gal Hopper. New tires, brakes and rotors. ZEE A/C w/heat.

Single point fueling system. Fuel Quantity Indicator. Hopper quantity gauge. New pump and stainless steel booms. Heavy duty landing gear. Cool seat. New paint. Current annual. Call Turbines Inc 812-877-2587 peg@ turbinesinc.com

Super nice, super clean, super low time Thrush 660P -67AG, DUAL COCKPIT-DUAL CONTROL, PT-6 powered work horse for sale! ONLY DUAL COCKPIT MODEL CURRENTLY AVAILABLE ON THE PLANET! Outstanding machine for crop spraying, fire suppression, and even patrolling purposes. How about FLIGHT TRAINING for any of the three? Can outfit for each purpose!

Only 428 hours since new! Only 150 hrs. since hot section by Covington, and only 2 hrs. on Hartzell 115” 5 blade prop since overhaul! Get started now! Outfit and spray, firefight, patrol, or instruct, before the season begins!

Call Kirby at 615-972-7423 or email k.totty@comcast.net

Excellent condition 1974 Thrush S2R, TT 4913, Pratt & Whitney R1340 geared engine, TSMO 229. Only 378 hours since complete rebuild! Always hangared.

Contact Brent at 308-289-3534 for more information. CK-AG-29 Wing Splice, Extended Wings, Aileron Servos, 29” Wheels, Spring Tail Wheel, Cold Air Intake, M3 SATLOC, Crop Hawk, Smoker, New Stainless-Steel, Booms, Cool Seat, Bottom Load Fuel. $185K 308-8893481 Visit https://mega.nz/folder/ TnhBxI5b#uPRTR4blbIBcMm90Y6a-Q for more pictures.

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N2249U, has been completely rebuilt from the spinner to the end of the rudder. We put the fuselage in our jig and replaced all the tubing from the cockpit back and upgraded to the later stronger longeron sizes. We installed all the factory beef up kits to the forward fuselage. We rebuilt the wings and installed new spar caps, rebuilt the factory metal tail, made new fuselage side panels and installed with crosspoint s.s. fasteners, we painted the aircraft with high solids Alumigrip polyurethane paint, we replaced windows, we installed a dropped stainless spray system we installed a cool seat with new covers and a Hooker harness, We installed the Cascade front end conversion kit with the 14” longer mount, we installed the MVP50T glass panel in the new upper center instrument panel, we installed a new Dyna Nav Vektor Max GPS, we installed a new KAWAK throttle quadrant, it has a radio and Harbour air conditioning, it has vortex generators, 192 gallon fuel capacity with bottom loading, it has nav/strobe/landing and taxi lights, and a 525 gal hopper. The engine is a King Air takeoff with approximately 4000 hours since P&W factory overhaul and 10 hours since hot section and test cell run. The High Performance 4 bladed Hartzell prop has 10 hours since new.

The aircraft is fast, hauls a full hopper load, gets off the ground quickly, turns extremely well, and is a delight to fly.

Aircraft needs to be working. Let’s make a deal! Call 559-686-1794, Email info@ johnstonaircraft.com or visit our website www.johnstonaircraft.com

1999 Thrush S2R-T34, N23034, AFTT 11,048 hrs., Current Annual, Avenger Wing Spar 38,391 hrs. remaining, Extensions and Winglets, PT6A-34AG TSO: 0.0, Four Blade Hartzell Propeller STC SA04302CH, HC-B4TN-3C/T10702NS TSN: 0.0, New Tires, New Brakes and Rotors, Zee A/C System w/Heat, Single Point Fueling System, Fuel Quantity Indicator, Refurbished Hopper with new gate box, New Booms. See spec sheet for details. Turbines Inc. 812-877-2587 www.turbinesinc.com Order your Radial Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250

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1997 Ayres S2R-G10, N773CC, AFTT 6500, Engine: 1813.0 SHOT/ CAM1813, Propeller O/H Conrad Maxwell on 4/5/12, Cool start system, Hatfield single point fueling, ATS-VG’s, AG-TIPS-MARBURGER, Kawak hydraulic system, SATLOC G4, Load hawg, Max weight 7900, Empty weight 4718, Useful load 3182. $420K Mid-Continent Aircraft, Hayti, MO, 800325-0885 www.midcont.net Order your Thrush 660 Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today Call 478-987-2250 Order your Dual Cockpit Thrush Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99. plus S&H. Call 478-987-2250

Aircraft - Weatherly 1977 201C Weatherly, In annual, prop Iran as needed. TTAF 4700, Engine SMOH 325, 99 1/2 SATLOC AirStar, new tail wheel assembly block, new tires, new ignition switch, Lane electric break system, paint fair (6), windshield replaced 2 years ago, ads are complied with. Call Ben Kirk at 662-803-5102

1995 Weatherly 620B, TTAF 7344, Pratt & Whitney R985 TSOH 66 hrs, Hartzell HC-B3R30-4B 1661 TSOH, Crop Hawk Flow Meter, VG’s, CP’s, Lane pump fan and electric brake, Smoker, LED Landing Lights, 70 Amp Alternator. March 2020 Annual. $135,000 Call Stephanie Williams at Souther Field Aviation, Inc. 229-9242813 Order your Weatherly Pen and Ink Drawing from our DeSpain Collection today for only $59.99 plus S &H. Call 478-987-2250

Aircraft - Other 2006 Beech G-36 Bonanza, 880 Hours since new, Garmin 1000/WAAS, Factory Air, Leather. This airplane is like new.

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B1-A Callair Manufacturing Rights. Available now is the type certificate, drawings, jigs, tooling, aircraft parts, and property associated with this 300 gal Pratt and Whitney 985 powered sprayer. Start your own aircraft company or expand your line. Call for details.

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2006 R44 Raven 1, 2055TT, 803 MR & TR blades SNEW in 2013, (So BOTH sets of blades have 1,400hrs and 5+ years LEFT) 559 SNEW Clutch, shaft and upper shieve assembly, KY197, KT76C, Kenwood 2 way. After 150 hrs, Overhaul the engine- go fly another 1400 hrs! Price reduced to $130K Call Kyle Scott at 970-867-8414.

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Call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 R985-AN1-14B Tulsa Overhaul, New Pistons, Bosch mags. Ignition harness, carb, with warranty outright/exchange.

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PT6A-41 Engine For Sale, SN: PCE81159, TT: 10889.1 Hrs TC: 10510 TS0: 1094.0 CS0:567 See spec sheet for details. Call Turbines Inc. at 812877-2587 turbines@turbinesinc.com PT6A-41 Engine For Sale. SN: PCE80472, TT: 11739.2 Hrs TC: 10843 TS0: 1081.1 CS0:609. See spec sheet for details. Call Turbines Inc. at 812877-2587 turbines@turbinesinc.com Complete Engine Package! TPE331-6 Engine, 537 Since Cam, CD Aviation Hartzell Propeller HC-B3TN-5M/ 537 Since New, Starter Generator 23047-007, 25 Hours Since Overhaul, Beta Tube Included. $177,000 Call Lynn Johnson at 701-360-5966 or 701-352-3700 (3) PT6A-34AG Engines For Sale, TSO’s 0.0 PT6A-45R TSO 1259.9. Visit our website for spec sheets. Jay Streb at 812-877-2587, jay@turbinesinc.com PT6A-60AG, 6500 hours TT, Fresh Hot Section, O/H Fuel Control Unit, O/H Bleed Valve, O/H Starter Generator. $295,000 For more information call Bill Kingrey at 979-257-6695

Equipment - Booms

Pratt and Whitney overhauled 1340 cylinders, carburetor, Ag cat spreader call Terry at 870-536-1348 or David at 870-550-1664

Tsla Center Boom 59105 (AT401-402) $1200. Please call Peg at Sky Tractor 1-800-437-5319

R-1340, Zero Time Since Overhaul By Covington, $67,500.00 Lane Aviation 888-995-LANE / 281-342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401

For Sale - High quality Stainless Steel booms, pumps and nozzles! On the shelf and ready to ship. Contact mark@ turbineconversions.com

Engine - Turbine PT6A-27/28 PCE-52074, TSO 2375.

For pricing call Paul at 305-825-2001 or email preeves@jsamiami.com Zero TSO PT6A-34AG. Overhauled by EOS. Please call us at (561) 745-6150 for more infomation.

PT6A-34 PCE-RB0905, TSN 45. For pricing call Paul at 305-825-2001 or email preeves@jsamiami.com PT6-15AG For Sale, Fresh gear box, overhaul, 0 since hot section. Call Bill Kingrey for cycle times and price. 979257-6695 PT6A-27/28 PCE-40613, TSO 1649.

For pricing call Paul at 305-825-2001 or email preeves@jsamiami.com Turbo Cat Kit ready for installation this winter. Kit includes new firewall forward, Hartzell propeller, EI-MVP, custom built fiberglass cowlings and much more. We can supply a new PT6A-15AG or -34AG for a great price with the kit. Includes a “Fly Safe Transition Program” Contact ann@ turbineconversions.com for pricing and additional details.

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SUPERBOOMS, Thrush Servos; Maintenance on Ag & G.A. Aircraft Including Heavy Structural Repairs; Robinson Helicopter Service Center; Machining, Fabricating & Sheet Metal Gurus; Tri-State Aviation, ND 800642-5777 or tsa@tri-stateaviation.com www.tri-stateaviation.com

Equipment - Nozzles New Zanoni Equipment Atomizers in stock and ready to ship at Turbine Conversions, Ltd. High quality, all stainless steel, tested, proven and US operators are loving these atomizers.

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Equipment - Parts Hatfield hydraulic drop door. USFS / BLM approved. Fits Thrush, Dromader, can be adapted to Air Tractor 502 or 802. Excellent condition, with streamline fairings, all controls included. $18,500 S.E.A.T. program is expanding.

Pilot / contractor training available. Call 530-345-9919 Transland Grip Steps for AT aircraft. Call Billy Maxwell at Transland 940-6871100 or email sales@translandllc.com for more information.

Transland 4” Delrin Hopper Vents. Call Billy Maxwell at Transland 940-6871100 or email sales@translandllc.com for more information.

3 Hatfield Fire Gates. Air Tractor, vented lids for a 502, Transland quick attach.

Make a Reasonable offer. Call 204856-9422 AT-802 Hatfield Fire Gate - New Production ready to ship! Original Hydraulic Clam Shell Design, STC, BLM & IATB Approved. Proven reliable design, currently fighting fires in North & South America. Built tough, lighter weight and affordable pricing available options. Other aircraft models available - STC on All models of AT, Thrush and M18 Dromader with short lead time. www.turbineconversions.com Contact ann@turbineconversions.com

Equipment - Pumps New and overhauled Air Tractor and Thrush boost pumps in stock. Delco A4949 motor with 400 GPH AN4101 fuel pump attached. Outright and exchange. We supply these direct to both factories. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-257-7710 or email info@sunairparts.com 502B spray pump Agrinautics 38” Gate Strut Assembly and complete bottom installation ready to go (Electric brake) second 502B spray pump with all bottom installations (electric motor for fam feather) see pictures of both pumps.

Note: they are used pumps. You have to pick it up. $3,900 870-930-5729

Equipment - Spreaders

CP09-3P nozzles (59) $50 each, CP04 Poly Check valve (68) $26 each, CP02 SS check valve (76) $80 each, CP09-3E (67) $80 each, 7” SS drops (30) $5.50 each. Please call Peg at Sky Tractor 1-800-437-5319

Ayres Thrush Transland Spreader. All stainless, like new, fits 41” Transland gate box. $1,850 OBO Will deliver anywhere USA for expenses, or will crate and ship for materials and labor.

Call 530-345-9919

Newberg Electrostatic Spraying LLC is the exclusive distributor for Spectrum Electrostatic Spray Systems. Do more acres with better performance. Call Ed Newberg 320-848-2745. Serving northern US and Canada. Now STC’d for all 400 and 500 series Air Tractors.

25” Stainless Steel Spreader, Like new, 9 Vanes for low volume applications. $1,500 Call Bill at 863-467-4000 Transland 10 vane spreader for 38” gate, new, $9,900; Lane Aviation 281342-5451 or FAX 281-232-5401

(2)Transland SS 22274 38” to 25” gate box adapters & 21966 Gate Boxes. $2500 Eachor $4000 for both plus shipping. Call 620-525-6712 TRANSLAND SS SWATHMASTER 25in, has brackets for 402B, Spreader Quick attach 23507, comes w/2 more center sections & 4 wings. $3000 OBO plus shipping. 620-525-6712

Equipment - Support Like new portable load pad suitable for an 802. Very little use. $20K For more information call 309-759-4826 3” load, mix tank, fully contained and lockable, air compressor and storage complete ready to go. $19,600 For more information call 309-759-4826

GPS - AgPilotX Helicopter light bar now available with the new iPad based guidance system AgPilotX. Entire system with helicopter light bar is 13 lbs. Call Anthony Fay with Insero for details 480-285-4367

GPS - DynaNav Brand New Vektor LITE GPS systems.

Ultimate navigation system at an affordable price. $7,500 View details on our website www.dynanav.com

GPS - SATLOC SATLOC G4 Complete System, Includes: CPU, 9-inch touch screen 16:9 ratio, A21™ antenna, External L7 Lightbar, SATLOC IntelliTrac aerial guidance software. Features: Intel Dual-Core i7 processor, 2 powered USB ports (optional USB Hub with 3 ports), 4 GB RAM, 32 GB optional storage space on Mini SATA drive, SATLOC G4 IntelliTrac Software for unlimited waypoints, polygon points, maps and jobs, Convert .shp files to .job files inside IntelliTrac Software, Data sharing with 3rd Party Software, Supports AgLaser altimeter. $17,995 plus shipping. Call North Star today at 620-356-4528 2 Year Old SATLOC G4 GPS System for sale, like new. Also have various used GPS systems. AG PILOTX DEALER. $13,000 Call Tanner J. Sotvik at DEVILS LAKE AERO SERVICE 701520-0229 or 701-662-4416 (2) SATLOC G4 GPS w/IntelliFlow. $14,000 each. Call Ed at 361-9477891 or 361-387-9090

Help Wanted Established South Central operation looking for a full time 802 pilot to begin immediately. Brand new planes!

Must have a great work ethic! Email resume and references to blindads@ agairupdate.com Subject: ID#3298.

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Well established agriculture business is looking for a full time, long term ag pilot in West Texas for 502 Air Tractor.

Must have turbine experience, SATLOC experience helpful. Housing available.

Contact: Office 806-946-3399, Mobile 806-946-7309. Resume may be emailed to kingagsudan1@gmail.com Large Midwest operation looking for 2 pilots - June 15th through August 15th.

(1) AT-502 and (1) -42 510 Thrush.

Pilots must have 500 hours of Turbine Ag time. Also Multi-engine turbo prob experience would be a bonus to fly our Piper Cheyenne for business trips throughout the year. Email resume and references to blindads@agairupdate. com Subject: ID#3289 R44 Raven II Ag Pilot Needed: The position is for 5-6 weeks, Corn Run in Iowa, early July to mid-August.

Ag PilotX, GPS, Flow Control. We will provide a $2,000 sign on bonus, all lodging, operate in one location. Pay based on experience. Send resume/ inquiries to elyhelicopters@yahoo.com

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G-10 Thrush pilot for corn. We only operate out of 2 locations. SATLOC with shape files. Usually lasts about 4 weeks.

Contact Frank Ousley at fousley@citlink. net or call 815-631-3113 Work on an aerial wildfire crew supporting Air Tractor 802 aircraft. FT/ PT available. CDL required. Call Patrick Mertens at AERO APPLICATORS 970522-1941 Bell 206 Spray Pilot Needed - Are you a helicopter pilot looking to make a difference in the world of public health?

Are you looking to join an amazing organization that values people, the planet, and doing the right thing? Then keep reading to learn more about Clarke’s Lead Pilot opportunity! Working out of our office in Roselle, Illinois, the Lead Pilot will provide contract mosquito and aquatic herbicide control services to Clarke’s customers in the Midwest via targeted aerial application from April to October each year. Aerial applications will be made in high traffic areas while safely working around controlled and uncontrolled airports. Schedule will be flexible, and similar to a two week on, two week off so you’ll still have some time for summer at home! Travel expenses will be covered by Clarke. We’re seeking an independent, self-motivated, detail oriented, and safety conscious individual with a passion for the outdoors and previous experience to join us in our mission to make communities around the world more livable, safe and comfortable.

Qualifications and expectations can be found on AgAir Update’s website http:// classifieds.agairupdate.com/details. php?id=3272 Interested candidates should visit Clarke’s website, click on careers and submit resume online www. clarke.com

Pilot wanted for July/August corn run in central Nebraska in Air Tractor 502.

Excellent running and excellent pay rates according to gal/acre applied. Will provide hotel room for entire stay. Please contact me at kfranklin@auroracoop. com or 402-604-1874 Established CO Operation seeking insurable 402/502 pilot with minimum 500 AT hours. Must have herbicide experience & willing to work in controlled airspace. Interview will include a test flight & water application.

Nice on-site RV park. Qualified applicants please send resume to: airdusters@rtebb.net Hello folks! VersaAir Services is looking for a Class A truck drivers to support helicopter operations in Kansas and surrounding states. This position will require a class A and tanker endorsement. Great job with good people in a fast paced atmosphere. If your a pilot wanting to fly then don’t be afraid to apply as a driver as we are rapidly growing and will need folks to make that transition. If your interested please let me know via email jsutton@ versaair.com. Thanks!

ISO experienced / licensed aircraft technician, mainly specializing in agriculture aircraft (Air Tractor & PT6A turbine engines). We have a strong growing business here, if you are interested in a long term career.

Starting $20 to $30 per hour and that is negotiable. Must pass drug test. If interested call Steve at 870-919-3625 Open Seat for the Corn Run in July and August flying an Air Tractor 602 or Turbine Thrush. Turbine Ag Time is required for this position. If you have any turbine ag time and are interested in an Illinois seat this summer please contact Travis Hermann 217-607-6383.

Ag pilot wanted - Gravity Ag Services of Vauxhall, Alberta, Canada is an expanding company looking for an 500hr experienced, insurable, Canadian Commercial licensed aerial applicator to join our team. Our team utilizes the Thrush 510p to service our customers.

The successful applicant will be required to safely and efficiently fly on both irrigation and dry land from May to September. We are looking for a strong work ethic to professionally work with customers and crew. Email resume to gravityag@outlook.com Western Canadian Aerial is looking for 1 pilot that is available for Forestry work during 2021 season, with potential of extending into our regular ag season.

Our company uses Air Tractor 402, 502 and 602. Experience in type of aircraft is required. Previous experience on Forestry work also required. Please contact Markus Seitter and send resume to chiefpilot@wcaerial.com

CLASSIFIEDS VersaAir Services in Kansas is looking for a fixed wing Thrush S2R turbine pilot for the 2021 season. VersaAir Services is a successful helicopter operator diversifying into the fixed wing market and seeking an individual that we can grow the fixed wing division with. We are placed in a great location in eastern Kansas with private asphalt runway. Please email jsutton@versaair. com and/or rdeweese@versaair.com for more info.

Kindersley Air-Spray Ltd. requires 1 professional agricultural turbine spray pilot to pilot Turbine Thrush 510s for the 2021 spray season.

Anticipated start date: May 10, 2021 thru September 7th 2021. Education: Commercial pilots license, Pesticide applicators license. Applicant must have a minimum 1500 hours of agricultural spray experience of which 1000 hours must be on a Turbine Thrush or Air Tractor, up to date medical, be proficient in speaking, reading and writing English, be capable of operating SATLOC GPS systems or the equivalence, perform basic maintenance and servicing on aircraft, maintain journey logs following transport Canada guidelines, have a clean flight record, be insurable through our insurance company. Wage/Salary: $75/hr based on 40hr/week. Benefits: Benefits package available, Workers Compensation provided, possibility of a seasonal bonus. Email resumes including references to advanced. aviation@sasktel.net. Only successful applicants meeting all requirements will be contacted. Kindersley Air Spray Ltd. Box 2005 Kindersley Sask. S0I 1S0 Office: 306-463-4600 Two Helicopter Ag Pilots Needed. At least 1 year ag experienced preferred.

Must be dependable with good work ethic. Call 641-821-0015 or email speasaviation@hotmail.com IA and A&P mechanics needed. Call 870-295-6213 Salary depending on qualifications and experience.

CAMM Air is looking for energetic A&P candidates for our Spencer, Iowa location. Candidates shall possess A&P certificate. Will train right individual.

All turbine Air Tractors serviced. Also service corporate aircraft including King Air, Beechjet and Citation aircraft.

Please send resume with salary requirements to cammair1@gmail.com North Dakota aviation operation looking for an Experienced and “PASSIONATE” A&P/IA and pilot to fly/maintain/rebuild turbine Thrush and North American AT6 aircraft. Flying season runs from June through August. TPE-331 and sheet metal experience preferred. If you do not love aviation, and enjoy maintaining and flying airplanes, please do not apply.

Email resume and references to Luke at luke@ltenterprisesnd.com

Experienced Rotary-Wing AG Pilot Needed - Pilot with experience wanted for 2021 and beyond. At least three full seasons of Forestry experience is and row crop experience is preferred. Our season runs from first of March through beginning of November throughout the South and Midwest. B&S Air, Inc. operates some of the cleanest and well equipped OH-58’s, 206B’s, and Long Rangers in the industry, and we spare no expense on our maintenance program. We run two batch trucks and a turnkey with all crews to maximize productivity. Percentage based pay system with no limits to earning potential. Call 229-838-6733 or visit us at https://www.bandsairinc.com/ Driver/Support crew needed for Wildland Fire Suppression Aircraft.

Looking for a motivated individual to travel and assist pilots with aircraft for fire suppression duties. Temporary position with long term possibilities dependent on performance. CDL Class A with Hazmat and tanker endorsement required to apply. Duties include: driving pickup truck and gooseneck trailer set up to different bases as needed. transporting crew to the fire bases from the hotel and back, loading/ fueling aircraft, making sure equipment is clean and well taken care of. For further questions you can contact Chrissy/Kyle at the Fort Morgan Airport.

970-867-8414. Please send resumes to cofireaviation@gmail.com Looking for Ag & King Air Simulator Instructors. Instructors are 1099 contractors. Work is on a per student basis. 1-3 day courses and paid by the day. Work one on one with the students. Classroom and simulator instruction. Days are 9-5 with no weekends. Lodging fees are covered for instructors that travel in to our location to teach. Flight instructor certificate not needed. Looking for someone who has an Ag pilot background/ experience. Turbine experience is a must. Could be active or retired. Must have an interest in teaching and passing on their knowledge to others in the industry. Email resume and references to blindads@agairupdate.com Subject: ID#2710 Large midwest aerial application business looking for A&P and IA mechanics. Must have Air Tractor and PT6A experience. Starting salary is 7080K if qualified. Must supply a resume and three references. Send resume and references to blindads@agairupdate. com, Subject: ID#2234 or fax to 478352-0025 Helicopter Pilot - Position available spraying in South Texas. April thru November. Room and Board provided with excellent pay. Call Cameron Hendrickson at 815-739-6813 or 815384-5151

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CLASSIFIEDS Midwest operator seeking experienced 502 pilot for 2021 fungicide run. Idea opportunity for motivated individual who would like to become an operator. Email resume and references to cadyaerial@ gmail.com Pilot needed for the season. Needs to have at least 1000 hr. turbine time doing herbicide, fungicide and insecticide. Position can possibly turn into a full time seat. Located in ND. Call 701-489-3558 Looking for the right pilot. Wilbur-Ellis is looking for a Bell 47 Pilot with row crop spray experience to work in King City California. King City is located in the south end of the Salinas Valley, 150 miles south of San Francisco, 60 miles south east of Monterey. I have a full-time position available for the right applicant. You must be stable and accident/violation free. WilburEllis has excellent benefits, including company provided transportation. The season runs from the middle of March through the middle of November. The work is difficult and challenging but rewarding. Pilots are expected to be in the office in the afternoon to prepare for the following days work. This is a full time position for an experienced Bell 47 pilot with row crop experience.

If this is something you are interested in, please send me a resume. Mark Plaskett 831-594-2430 mplaskett@ wilburellis.com CDL drivers needed to support helicopter spray operations. Full time positions available with several work schedules to choose from to include 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off and a seasonal schedule. Also, candidates can earn a pilots license or rated pilots can receive aerial application training. Call or email to discuss your future. 561-723-1911 or email parker561@me.com Due to expansion opportunities we are looking for experienced 502 and 802 pilots. Must have knowledge of the latest GPS units. This is a full time turbine position in the Upper Midwest.

Historically from May to October. We spray a large variety of row crops.

Mostly fungicides, insecticides and micro nutrients no herbicide work. We also do dry fertilizer and cover crops.

We are looking for team players willing to grow with us. A pilot with a strong work ethic is desired. Please reply with a resume to Agpilot502802@gmail. com

Miscellaneous Used 250 AMP Wet Spline Starter Generator. $3500 Call Chad Stuart at Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 Ag Cat tail spring A1590-1 $1200.

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Used Items In Stock at Sky Tractor Agrinautics: 66450 Fan $250, 65113 Hyd. Pump $600, 65217 Pump $700. Transland: 21066 Hyd. Pump $800, Hub Assy Weath Aero $500, 21992 Pump & Lane Brake $1200.

Lane: 111XLA Brake $700, 111FA Fan $550. Weath Aero: 5 Blade Fan, Transland $700. Call Peg at Sky Tractor 1-800-437-5319

Aviator Backpack and matching coin purse (sold separately). For more information call 478-987-2250

AV-KOR1 Helmets Available Now! The AV-KOR1 helmet is made out of a fiberglass composite, utilizing Koroyd and an anti-microbial comfort liner making it the lightest aviation helmet on the market. Features Fire Retardant trim and a FIDLOCK buckle system.

Works with any aftermarket in-helmet communications devices. North Star Aviation is the First Lift Aviation Dealer.

Call today at 620-356-4528 and ask for Kyle.

DeSpain Collection Customizable Note Cards featuring your favorite Pen and Ink drawing. $19.99 plus S&H For more information call 478-987-2250

Hot Shot transistorized 3 foot cattle prod. $50 Call 402-841-5144 David Clark Headset, Model number H10-13S, stereo headset in excellent shape $250. Call 402-841-5144 250 Amp Dry Spline Starter Generator. $3,500 Call Chad Stuart Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 Christmas Trump Shirt - Short and Long Sleeve. Youth small through 4XL. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 402367-3213 or send email to parts@ stormaeronatuics.com to place an order.

Trump Shirts “Keeping Ag Aviation Great”. Three different designs featuring an Ag Cat, Air Tractor and Thrush.

Colors are Gray, Black, and Red. Sizes Range from Youth medium through 4XL. Shirts cost $25. Contact Storm Aeronautics at 402-367-3213 or send email to parts@stormaeronatuics.com to place an order.

Toy plastic model Air Tractor. 12” wingspan, removable stand. Great toy for the kids or desktop model. $15 + s/h order online at www.takeofftoys.com or e-mail trevoredwards@sw.rr.com Keep your drink hot or cold in this insulated 16oz Air Tractor Tervis Tumbler. $14.99 plus S&H Made in the USA, Makes a great gift. For more information call 478-987-2250 Vino? They do say ag pilots age like wine. Place your favorite wine in these high quality Rolf wine glasses etched with an ag plane, sold as a Set of 4. $49.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift.

For more information call 478-9872250 Specialty belt buckles, show your pride in style. $39.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250

New from our DeSpain Collection, Pen and Ink Thirsty Stone Coasters. These high quality coasters will look great on any desktop or table. Set of 4. $29.99 plus S&H Makes a great gift! For more information call 478-987-2250

Operations For Sale or Wanted Get in on the corn run! Established Midwest 2 plane, turn key, 137 operation for sale. Use the equipment as collateral. Possibly 1 pilot willing to stay with the operation if needed. Email all inquiries to blindads@agairupdate.com, Subject: ID#3292 All inquiries must include full name, phone number and city where you reside.

Parts - Airframe AT-502 sheet metal. Some new, some used, all airworthy. Mostly fwd. lower fuselage. $500 for all OBO. Will box and ship for materials and labor. Call 530-345-9919 Ayres Thrush ‘Hoerner’ wing tips.

Left and right, no damage. $500 for the pair. Call Gary at 530-345-9919 garyhendricksonn3n@gmail.com Used set of AT-502 wings with 170 fuel, 4600 hrs remaining on spars, all control surfaces and hardware. $42K Call Farm Air Inc. 877-715-8476 Blue anodized aluminum windshield washer replacement cap with handle. $65 Available online only at www. ambericandesigns.com Questions ambericandesignsllc@gmail.com Smokers/Driftfinders - Minimize your off target drift risk. FAA/PMA’d and STC’d for installation on most Agricultural aircraft. 44 years in business and over 6,200 units in service. For more information Please call Compro Aviation, Inc. 785-899-2294 or visit us on the web at www.comproaviation.com Air Tractor Bolt In Step Extension - CNC cut anodized aluminum step extension that bolts into existing step for more footing and traction. $125 Available online only at www.ambericandesigns. com Questions - ambericandesignsllc@ gmail.com CNC cut anodized aluminum spray mirrors. $275 with mirror online only. $275 www.ambericandesigns.com Questions - ambericandesignsllc@ gmail.com

Titanium Full Swivel Tail Wheel Now approved and available for S2R 660 Thrush - full swivel tailwheel with Titanium Tail Spring. Durable, long life span, lighter weight option for Thrush owners. Contact ann@ turbineconvesions.com for information and to reserve your production slot for this winter. www.turbineconversions. com Reinforced Thrush Leading Edges - Send your leading edges to us and we will reinforce them with durable custom extruded aluminum reinforcements. Available directly from Turbine Conversions,Ltd ann@ turbineconversions.com or contact our favorite Thrush dealer for more information. www.turbineconversions. com Ag Cat Factory Frames - All Models, 4130 weld assys, fixture per­fect, ready to install. Upgrades, hoppers, long fuel, hi-wings, struts/wires, all components, special hardware and much more. AgCat Sales & Service since 1971. 870-886-2418/2489F, 870-759-1692 Cell, frank.kelley@ ag-cat.com B-Model Ag Cat Wings. Long range fuel.

Good paint. $10k each, $35k for the set. Call Chad Stuart, Airplane Services, Inc. 850-380-6091 1960 Piper Comanche Wings Complete with Gear, Paint Fair, No Hail damage.

Also have fuselage. $9,000 Call Tanner J. Sotvik at DEVILS LAKE AERO SERVICE 701-520-0229 or 701-6624416 AT-402 airframe sandblasted, primed and painted. Comes with belly skin and Turtle deck. Also includes tail spring and tires. Includes tail but needs left elevator. $35,000 Call Bill Kingrey at TURBINE YELLOWJACKET PARTNERS LLC. 979-257-6695 Front seat for a Citabria 7 series and a Maule tail wheel, tire size 8x3.00x4 single arm in fair condition with good bearings and race. Both for $175 Call Don at 402-841-5144 or email flyagrp@cableone.net REBUILT 29” THRUSH LANDING GEAR IN STOCK & we can REPAIR / REBUILD yours to LIKE NEW STATUS. Johnston Aircraft Service, INC. 559-686-1794 / Email parts@ johnstonaircraft.com or visit our website at www.johnstonaircraft.com Tools for reaming attach bolts Wing Main (Centerwing to Outboard wing) attachment joints for Dromader M-18 per repair service bulletin #e/02.170/2000 Available for rent.

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Super “B” Ag-Cat Wings, fresh paint, metalized, big fuel. $50,000 Call Bill Kingrey at TURBINE YELLOWJACKET PARTNERS LLC. 979-257-6695

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-34 Cascade Inlet System. Firewall FWD for S2R Thrush. $35,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service at 229-7254150 Ground Support Engine Driven Transfer Pump, Zanoni Equipment’s all stainless steel construction paired with a Honda 13 HP motor. Special introductory pricing orders received by January 31, 2020. Contact Mark@ turbineconversions.com for more info.

Parts - Other Complete Wingman for sale. Pump and all accessories included. As removed from 2600 hour AT-602. $7,500 Call Lynn at 870-734-6064 Complete stock of all P&W R-985 & R-1340 engine parts. Also P&W tools, Top OH tool kits, Time Rite kits, engine mounts, Champion & Tempest spark plugs, parts books, OH and maintenance manuals, Mags, carbs, starters, fuel pumps boost pumps. Also, R-1830, R-200, R-2800 engines and parts. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-257-7710 or email info@ sunairparts.com 602 Wingman System. Call for Price: 870-672-2089 Air Tractor Gen 2 Firegate, Complete system, Fairings, wire-harness. Call For Price: 870-672-2089 2013 AT-502B Firewall forward parts: Engine mount, cowling and Ram Air filter system. All parts with less than 1400 hours total time. Very clean and well maintained AT-502B. Call Cascade Aircraft Conversions for more details 1-509-635-1212

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Thrush S2R STC battery retrofit kit.

300% longer battery service life. 200% faster starts. Battery replacement cost 25% of original. For more information call Kawak Aviation Technologies at 541-385-5051 or visit www. kawakaviation.com

Cockpit adjustable flow control kit.

Manual control or GPS variable rate ready. Integrates into existing hydraulic systems. More info at Kawak Aviation Technologies 541-385-5051 www. kawakaviation.com

Position Wanted Completed seat 1,2, & 3 courses including hazmat courses. Looking for Aerial Fire sponsorship and long lasting relationship with company. Please call or text Hale 678-779-4726

Propellers AT-402/AT-502 3 Blade Propeller, new in box NOS. $39,900 FOB Ft. Pierce, FL. Contact Rick Stone at Southeastern Aircraft Sales & Service 800-441-2964 or mail@southeasternaircraft.com Hamilton Standard 23D40 3-blade Prop – 20 hours on overhaul. For details call Dan at 701-640-4857 AT-402 3-blade Prop, Model #HCB3TN-3D, blade serial numbers K78110, 78108, 78111. New blades and fresh hub overhaul, zero time has been put on it since overhaul, 1680 hrs since new. Comes with excellent prop stand. Call Patrick at 970-571-0871 Hamilton Standard 12D-40-6167-12 Propeller. 102” diameter, FAA approved for R-1340. $5,000 also Hamilton Standard 2D-30-6167-12 100” diameter. $4,500 Call 530-345-9919 12D40-6101-12 Propeller, Overhauled with 8130 Form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 Hamilton Standard Propeller 23D40 with 6511-12S Blades Overhauled Completely includes 8130-3 form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 Hamilton Standard 22D40 Hydromatic Propeller 6533 blades overhauled complete with distributor valve and prop, Governor. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903429-6805 23D40 with New Blades 6511A-9 installed. Completely Overhauled Propeller. With 8130-3 form. For more information call Chester Roberts Supply Co. at 903-429-6805 QUALITY Propellers For Sale 33D50-6601A18 OHC...........$29,000 23D40-6601A19 OHO...........$28,000 22D40-6533A12 OHO...........$25,000 12D40-AG100-4S 375-SOH...$19,500 12D40-AG100-2 828-SOH...$17,500 2D30-AG100-2 OHC..............$23,000 HC-B3TN-5M/102” OHC........$17,000 Call AmAg, 870-886-2418/2489F frank.kelley@ag-cat.com

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CLASSIFIEDS Hartzell Prop HC-B3T10-3D, Blades T10282N +4, Prop Assy, Buckhead, Spinner, OSTMOH Prop. $28,000 Call Bruce’s Flying Service at 229-7254150

Real Estate Lot for sale: One-acre-square house lot for sale in new Plane Living Sky Park neighborhood with 2,000 s.f., all brick, covenants. Lot is one of 13 directly on new sod runway. Taxi out of your hangar, directly onto the runway.

Located in Peach County, Georgia.

Public water, septic sewer, paved streets, curb and gutter, street lights.

Less than five miles west of I-75, Exit 142, approximately five miles to Fort Valley, GA and approximately 10 miles to Warner Robins, GA. Google It! South side of Hwy 96 at 50 Lane Rd., Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 (Google photo before development). Save thousands and buy from owner. $25,000 OBO. 478.987.2250

Seat Wanted Ag Pilot seeking work with a reputable operation. 1093 TT, 779 Ag, 85 Turbine. Extensive background in agriculture. A&P mechanic with ag aircraft experience. Resume and references available. Please Email: AgFlyer40@gmail.com

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Pilot Looking For Seat, 1500+hr pilot, 300+ TW, 200+ AgCat 450, some SATLOC experience running passes average 0-5ft, as yet no application time. Currently loading and have been loading for 2 years, but looking for more flight time and a chance to break in, most likely in a piston. Hard working, reliable, get er done can do attitude.

Multiple Ag references available.

Definitely do not know everything, definitely willing to pin my ears back, listen and learn. Email inquiries to blindads@agairupdate.com, Subject: ID#3309 Pilot looking for corn run. Experienced flying an Ag Truck, Ag Cat and Thrush round engine. Over 9,000 TT hrs., 5,000 in ag, 600 TT hrs. on twin engine turbine. Please call Donnie at 229-457-1769 or 229-424-5343 AG pilot (25+ years experience) seeks winter work in Jan/Feb/March and possibly April. A definite team player with excellent references. Looking for a professional operation with wellmaintained equipment. 8,800 hrs total time, 7,800 AG, most in AT-502. No accidents, no claims. Will consider other opportunities as well. Thank you for your consideration. Please email all inquiries to 1spraypilot724@gmail.com or call 386-963-5717, Cell 386-8540761.

Seeking a winter seat or ferry jobs. I am a very ambitious and determined pilot that is looking to grow. I am a dual rated commercial pilot going into my second season as a helicopter applicator. I am nearly ALL turbine time, around 1400 hours currently, mostly rotor wing in UH60M BlackHawk, Bell 206, and OH58A/C. I have roughly 120 hours fixed wing tail wheel time, to include the Turbine Training Centers Air Tractor 502 course, as well as 6 hours of dual turbine Thrush time and instruction.

My times are growing every day. I am a NAAA member and I am also licensed in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Kentucky.

I have limited herbicide experience, but that is also growing. I am interested in ferrying fixed wing aircraft and ideally I would like the opportunity to have a seat doing fertilizer in timber this winter.

I am committed to my helicopter season through August at minimum, November at latest. I would love the opportunity to continue flying for the rest of the year, no preference on turbine or piston. Willing to temporarily relocate. I realize I do not meet most “open pilot” insurance policies, but after speaking to my agent and providing my experience I am indeed insurable for you! If anyone is interested in reaching out to me, I will do my best to make it worth your time. Thank you for reading. Fly safe.

Zachary Zacharypourciau@yahoo.com 225-718-6190

Pilot Available For 2021 and beyond Really looking for somewhere to make a home and long lasting position.

Licensed in LA, AR & MS. Looking for 2021 seat preferably around Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi or Missouri but will entertain other locations.

Fungicide, insecticide,fertilize, seeding and rice herbicide experience. Time in 4,5,6&802 also thrush 400&510 . No accident history nor any drift claims.

All Ag time is turbine time. Have been insured in all previous listed aircraft.

For more info please send text or leave voicemail if no answer at 318-3766993. Resume and reference upon request. Email colemckee309@yahoo. com South African pilot, 56 year old, experienced on radial and turbine engines. Holder of South African commercial license, single and multi engine, IF and Ag ratings. AG Aircraft types PA 25, PA36, G164B, Air Tractor 301/401/402 B, Thrush 510 S2R-34T. Willing to relocate anywhere in the US or Canada, kindly email: craighhamman4@gmail.com Pilot Looking For Heli Seat - Bell 212, UH, Rangers, 500s, 133, 137, 135 AG. OAS Cardable, Extensive experience with mosquito Vector control. 40 years of ag pilot experience. Call Andy at 850686-2020

CLASSIFIEDS Looking for long term seat in the US. I have an interesting combination of Aviation Engineering, Flight Training and Flight Experience, both Rotary Wing and Fixed Wing. Currently flying Thrush 510, Robinson 44, Robinson 66 and King Air C90. Experience in liquid application, aerial seeding and aerial fertilization. I am also URT (Upset Recovery Training) and aerobatics flight instructor giving instruction for more than 80 pilots already including AG pilots on how to recover airplanes form upset attitudes. Pilot Licenses: ATP, IFR Helicopter, CFI, TT Rotary Wing 1,500 hours. Resume and references are attached. For more information email cerionidiego@gmail.com

Service Frontline Detail LLC, A veteran owned business out of ND is offering airplane detailing to your hangar. Services include: Deice boot refinishing. Landing gear degreasing and cleaning. Paint correction & Ceramic coating. Cabin cleaning. Aluminum brightening/Spinner polishing. Paint depth inspections for pre-buy inspections. We can inspect your paint prior to purchase and let you know if it has to be repainted or corrected. For more information contact Byron Yoder at Frontline Detail LLC, 701-739-6550 or email FrontlineDetailND@hotmail.com

Jeffries Airworks Dynamic Propeller Balancing with Chadwick Helmuth engine printout equipment. Jeffries Airworks, Dynamic Balancing, Vibration Analysis. Much more than just a balance. Call Jim Jeffries, A&P/IA, 985-507-9981, Nationwide service on your location.

Training AG Pilot Minimum Standards at Eagle Vistas. From 0 time or pilots only needing Ag Pilot training. Planes in our Ag Program: Dual Ag Cat GR164A , Dual Cessna 305/L19, & Pawnee PA-25/235 Single for Solo/Dump/ Spray. Private all in Tailwheel, Tailwheel Proficiency, and UpSet/Spin recovery.

Commercial Pilot and Instrument rating available. SATLOC Bantam, TracMap, & AgNav GPS. Ag Aviation Consultants for Ag Operation Certificate part 137. See videos at www.eaglevistas.com Eagle Vistas LLC 772-285-5506 Riggin Flight Service, flight school offering private, commercial, instrument, Ag, multi-engine, tailwheel, etc.

We tailor our courses to meet your needs. www.RigginFlightService.com (605)256-9774.

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North Star Aviation in Ulysses Kansas has openings available for 100 Hr Inspections. Call today and ask for Nancy to Schedule your inspection.

620-356-4528 North Star Aviation in Ulysses Kansas has openings available for Hot Section Inspections. Call today and ask for Nancy to Schedule your inspection.

620-356-4528 North Star Aviation in Ulysses, Kansas wants to sell your airplane. Call North Star today at 620-356-4528. Our Brokerage Services include: Our unique, hassle-free process that keeps more money in your pocket at closing! Aircraft Expertise, Pre-Buy Inspections, Export Assistance, Insurance & Financing Referrals, Aircraft Evaluation & Pricing Assistance. Experts in AG Aviation.

International Advertising Index Fire Support Trailer For Sale - 2007 Siems Gooseneck Dove Tail Trailer, dual axle, dual tires, 24,000 GVWR. Has (2ea) 1000 Gal. poly tanks for water & retardant, 400 Gal. Jet A Fuel tanks w/fill-rite meter, Generac Mdl. GP174500 Stand By Generator.

17,500 Watt, has Honda GX-390 gas motor on pumps. $25,000 Call 409656-5998 Fertilizer Loader Truck - F350 fertilizer loader truck, steel bin and 10” tube.

Cab rusted but dependable $5000 Call Dave at 509-520-8267

1984 GMC Black Tank Truck, 4 compartment units for fuel in tank with pumps.

Formerly Texaco engine 454, five speed transmission, 2 speed axle. $2,700. Buyer pick up item after sale. 979 219-9351

Wanted to Buy We build loader trucks to your specifications.

Stainless Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Straight and Fold Up. Mild Steel Hopper w/ Stainless Steel Tube. Been in loader truck business since 1980. Call Pat Ballard Office:870-697-2004 Fax:870697-3568 185 Hwy. 42 West, Hickory Ridge, AR

Pratt & Whitney Engine Cores, Engine Parts Inventories, Cylinders, Starters, Fuel Pumps and Boost Pumps. Call Sun Air Parts 661-257-7708, Fax 661-2577710 or email info@sunairparts.com Wanted to Buy - All models of Cessna 206, does not need to have an engine.

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