Press Releases

Portland, OR—Simplex Aerospace’s newest and largest Fire Attack™ System, the Model 347 for the CH-47, successfully fought its first fire in early May. After an impressive 21 water drops in one fuel cycle, the tank was able to extinguish a 100 acre fire in northern Minnesota. The Model 347, which...

Mississippi Agricultural Aviation Association Issues a Challenge Jackson, MS - Guided by the principle of providing educational opportunities which promote the agricultural aviation industry, the National Agricultural Aviation Museum announces plans for short-term and long-term renovations. The National Agricultural Aviation Museum is part of the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum...

Regardless of whether or not it is a self-authored sobriquet, the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual AirVenture held in Oshkosh, Wis. truly is the “world’s greatest aviation celebration,” and NAAA representatives exhibiting from July 25-31 and can attest to this slogan. "More than 10,000 airplanes probably more than a half million”...

CD Aviation Services, a leading provider in small turbine engine maintenance, service and support, announced they are celebrating their 8th year of ag field service in 2016. The program was originally started to service agricultural operators in the Midwest and to complete any scheduled maintenance and AOG situations to reduce...

Valley Air Crafts is the exclusive authorized Air Tractor Dealer for California. Mike Schoenau and his team of highly qualified aircraft mechanics have been providing aircraft maintenance, parts, and service to aerial applicators since 1984. As an experienced mechanic and pilot, it is common practice for Mike to jump into...

After 11 years of offering quality propeller governors to the aviation community worldwide, Redline Aviation has expanded its capabilities with the purchase of one of the largest propeller overhaul facilities, equipment, and tooling as well as the hiring of highly experienced personnel. Redline Propeller received certification on April 14, 2016....

Air Tractor’s newest addition to its product line, the 502XP, will soon take off on a journey across America. Dubbed “The 502XP American Expedition” the aircraft and team from Air Tractor and Pratt & Whitney Canada will visit all seven Air Tractor dealer regions in the United States, along with...

Tour stops planned for multiple cities – beginning with EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh (Albany, GA) –Thrush aircraft is dedicating considerable resources and effort to a new marketing campaign designed to build awareness among an international audience regarding the benefits of agricultural aviation. The new campaign is named "Ag Aviation -...

Hardy Aviation Insurance is pleased to announce a broader selection of services in property and casualty to include life insurance and expanded work comp/ employers liability capabilities. To facilitate this new line of business we have hired Kim Manring, a specialist in these areas, adding personal lines, to include homes...

The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) announced the recipients of the 2016 Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT) Employer Recognition Awards. CD Aviation Services, a leading provider in small turbine engine maintenance, service and support, announced they have received the 2016 AMT Employer Recognition award from the National Air Transpiration Association for...