Ag Birds in Action |
By Dana Brejakova, Contributing Writer & Photographer |
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Did you know that aviation and agriculture coexist in a mutually beneficial symbiosis which safely secures high crop yields so we can feed and clothe our families all year long? I, for instance, had no clue until last year when I witnessed a crop duster working a field. My jaw dropped in awe while watching the Ag aircraft go: following the terrain as low as possible, releasing a crop protection substance with precision, lifting the nose up, and completing sharp turns to dive low again and finish the field. Mesmerized by the difficulty of all those maneuvers I had to go and find out more on what I saw above the orchards. Read more…
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BIPLANE |
Staggerwing G Model • $235,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • 1946 Staggerwing. After placing first ad I fell ill and spent a month in hospital. Too sick to answer calls. Reposting ad. Post war G18S original "G" model. One of 20 built. SN B13. Restored in 1978. Sitting in hangar since 1983 but ferried to Georgia 2015. Partially disassembled to transport. Lower left wing kit from Big Sky. Remaining wings good shape. Interior and panel untouched. Everything removed bagged and labeled. Cowling and metal parts in excellent condition. Many spare parts. Last G project recently sold for $300,000. Asking $235,000 • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA |
1965 Cessna 320C • $69,500 • FOR SALE • 1965 Cessna 320C fresh annual 7/1/21. Beautiful 6 seat leather interior, new heater, tires, & door seals. Extensive annual in 2018 spent over $16,000.00, all AD's complied with. Times are approximate as plane is currently flying TTAF 6,076 LE TSMO 752.9 RE TSMO 1,334.7 L&R Props TSMO 595.2 • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED FERRY SERVICE |
350+ Successful Ferry Flights! • AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY • Safe, Reliable, Experienced, and Efficient Aircraft Ferry Service. Accident/Incident Free. ALL Makes and Models. Simple and HASSLE FREE Upfront Pricing. Multiple Repeat Customers including Brokers, Dealers, Individuals, Aircraft Manufacturers, and Gov't Agencies. Our Experienced Ferry Pilots Cover Everything from Light Sport to High Performance Twins! Our Core Team of High Time Ferry Pilots are Based all over the US, not just in TX. References Available. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GLASAIR |
Glasair IIIRG • $190,000 • FOR SALE • Registration #:N42LM Total Time 165 Engine Notes:165 Hrs Lycoming IO-540-K1G5D 356 HP Avionics/Radios:2 G5's GPS175 Aero660 GMA345 GNC255 TR200 GTX345 G3X Autopilot w/GMC305 Controller VM-1000 Engine inst. Custom 1 Year Old Paint Brand New Custom Interior • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GYRO |
ELA 10-Eclipse Gyroplane • $83,000 • FOR SALE • 2017 ELA 10-Eclipse Gyroplane for sale. Rotax 914 Turbo with appox. 130 hrs. Garmin 795 GPS. Cabin heater. Canopy can be removed and flown with optional windshield. 23 gal fuel tank offers an endurance of up to 6 hours, with a range of more than 375 mi. Hangared in Wesley Chapel FL with highly qualified CFI for convenient training. So much fun to fly. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LIGHT-SPORT |
SP-30 • $60,000 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • Light Sport, 2015 SP-30 STOL airplane with Viking engine and DUC Propellers. Anti-corrosion protected all around inside airframe. ADS-B out. Aircraft could be used as crop-duster. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PARTS FOR SALE |
Continental Permold Crankcase • $4,900 • PRICED TO SELL • Continental TSIO, IO 520/550 crankcases in stock and ready to ship. Repaired, tagged with 8130. Sold on an exchange basis. Core crankcases also available. As removed, guaranteed to overhaul. Replaces Continental Part Numbers: 656619-* 656643-* 656644-* 656645-* 656646-* • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PIPER |
Piper PA-15 Vagabond • $27,000 • LSA FOR SALE • Approx 1858TT 26hr C85-12F with new Millenium cylinders. New exhaust system No electrical system hand prop Engine has mod for light weight starter. Univair lifetime struts, Grove brakes, ski fittings, dual controls with pilots toe brakes. Fabric is very good. Fuselage. 1987 Wings 1996 Stits. The Vagabond will a match C85 J-3 short field and is a good 15 mph faster with room for cargo. It is easy to land, 55-60 on final just like a J-3 and tracks straight but sensitive so pilot needs to be tailwheel proficient. Note: Cub owners looking for nice C85 Except eyebrows - oil tank FWF same as J-3 Cub • More Info » |
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A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by Walt Hastings. Click on the photo to enlarge it and see previous airport photos. |
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Jerry Bowman was able to correctly identify last week's photo of Billings Logan International Airport (KBIL) in Billings, Montana, USA. Congratulations! |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED SKIS |
Schneider 4000X19 Skis • $4,500 • FOR SALE • 4,500 or best offer. Schneider 4000X19 Penetration Skis with removable plates. Great condition. Removed from a 8GCBC Scout. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
Porterfield LP-65 • $24,900 • FOR SALE • A breath-taking total restoration of a classic WWII era primary trainer. Fly solo from the front seat. An absolute hoot to fly. Has a spare overhauled pickled engine. Add $2,500 to price with electric start. 510 hrs A/F TT, 210 hrs SMOH O-145 B-series Lycoming 65HP. No radios. 4 cylinder EGT, Electrical system, Strobes. 8/10 interior & exterior. Annual due 6/21. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED VAN'S RV |
2015 RV8 • $165,000 • FOR SALE BY OWNER • 2015 RV8 Titan ECI IO360 180 HP constant speed prop 219 hours TT 32 hours since new prop and engine overhaul at Continental due to prop strike while taxiing. Paint and interior 9 out of 10 immaculate plane. Dual GRT Sport SX with synthetic vision ADSB weather and traffic. GRT autopilot. Garmin GPS 175 IFR approach certified. GTR200B U Avionix Echo ACK E04. 1st $165,000 takes her home. • More Info » |
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