Press Releases

NAAA has released the book of the century—a century of agricultural aviation, that is. One hundred years ago, an aerial crop dusting experiment spawned the birth of the agricultural aviation industry. To commemorate agricultural aviation’s 100th anniversary, NAAA is pleased to present Agriculture’s Air Force: 100 Years of Aerial Application....

Today marks the 100th anniversary of aerial application! Reed Keahey was practically born into the pilot seat. "We're like the doctors for the crops. We get a prescription from our entomologists and then we treat the crops for insecticide, fungicide, and also some glyphosate," Keahey explains. Reed's father, Drew, started...

Pratt & Whitney Canada announced today that it has expanded its portfolio of P&WCSMART Solutions – made popular with its “flat-rate” and “capped-cost” programs for major maintenance events – to include a new category of service-based solutions. The first offering under the category is the P&WCSMART Subscription Service for PT6A Engines, which...

Company says farewell to Rick Turner OLNEY, Texas — Air Tractor, Inc. President Jim Hirsch announced today the appointment of Mathew Ickert as Director of Production at the company, effective July 2, 2021. This follows the retirement of Vice President of Operations Rick Turner following a 34-year career during which...

Jeff Clarke  APU Technical Support Manager   Jeff is a 59 years old aviation professional from Alloway Village located in Southern New Jersey. Jeff is married with 2 adult boys and 4 grandkids.   Jeff is a 1981 Spartan Graduate with A&P License.He attended Rowan University where he earned his Degree in...

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...

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...

A distinct yellow and green -not blue -Air Tractor is ready to soar above the fields of Saskatchewan, Canada. The airplane, proudly sporting the colors of the province’s flag, is also the 100th AT-502XP built by Air Tractor. Recently delivered to Accumark Airspray owner Travis Karle, the new aircraft is...

A distinct yellow and green -not blue -Air Tractor is ready to soar above the fields of Saskatchewan, Canada. The airplane, proudly sporting the colors of the province’s flag, is also the 100th AT-502XP built by Air Tractor. Recently delivered to Accumark Airspray owner Travis Karle, the new aircraft is...

(Green Bay, WI, May 11, 2021) Reabe Aircraft Improvement (RAI) today announced it has received the FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the 7 ½” Reabe Smart Gate. The 7 ½” Reabe Smart Gate is a durable, light weight-35lb system that attains a 6-inch gate opening and can run...