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Modesto, California - Steven Fred Sperry was born in Ceres, California, on August 29, 1948, to John Service Sperry and Verna Elizabeth Petersen. He was the second of three brothers and spent his youth on the farm surrounded by family. Steve graduated from Ceres High School in 1966 and continued...

In AOPA's latest YouTube short, Chorman Spraying's Jeff Chorman breaks down the basics of aerial application. https://youtu.be/wB1N9aReN3E?si=0BGDnWRiqYtUy5YH

A Change in FAA Interpretation of FARs Results in New Inspection and Maintenance Requirements for Large Ag Aircraft; NAAA Offering Webinar March 26th to Clarify New Requirements A new FAA interpretation has resulted in the AT-802/802A being classified as a “large aircraft” with respect to §FAR 91.409 and has resulted in...

Stephen "Stebo" Longino Rodgers, 69, of McCarley, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at his home with his wife and children by his side. Stebo was born August 13, 1955, in Belzoni, to Malcolm Durwood Rodgers and Marie Willoughby Rodgers. He was raised in Belzoni where he graduated...

BOLIVAR COUNTY - There's a lot of talk in Bolivar County these days about windmills. After a wind power company revealed plans last year to construct 45 wind turbines in the area. People on both sides of the issue have commented. But there;s one issue that seems to be almost...

ALEXANDRIA, VA — March 17, 2025 — As the nation celebrates National Ag Day tomorrow, March 18, the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) is proud to honor the men and women of agriculture and the vital service that aerial application plays in aiding global food production. National Ag Day is a time to recognize the significant contributions that farmers, ranchers, aerial applicators, and the...

Meet Ryan Cook, a young pilot who earned his private and commercial licenses by the age of 18. His journey into aviation started at 12 and led him to aerial application work, crucial for farming. Watch his inspiring story and future goals in aerial application: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAniAfd-SxY

Scott Aviation has shared an important update about the future of the business after the unexpected passing of its owner, Kyle Scott, on Sept. 5, 2024. A letter sent out to its customers stated that they had made the difficult decision to sell the company. “This transition was not made...

The Texas Agricultural Aviation Association (TAAA) Board of Directors held its Spring meeting in Austin the first of March, aligning with the Texas Legislature’s biannual sessions at the Capitol. Board attendance was nearly perfect, and the meetings proved highly productive. TAAA extends its gratitude to President Mike Cobb and all...

Air Tractor recently published a new version of the AT-802 / AT-802A Owner’s Manual on February 24, 2025. The updated manual, dated December 12, 2024, introduces changes in inspection requirements to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining the highest safety levels for operators. This article outlines these changes and...