Legendary agricultural aircraft poised for major success in South American market

(Albany, GA) – Thrush Aircraft today announced that the Brazilian civil aviation authority (ANAC) has fully type-certified the Thrush 510P for commercial operations in Brazil.

The Thrush 510P (officially designated the Thrush S2R-T34) is well known for its versatility, durability, and safety of operations. The 510P is powered by the 750 shaft horsepower Pratt & Whitney PT6A-34AG turbine engine, which gives the aircraft exceptional power for takeoff and climb – all while carrying maximum hopper loads – as well as the ability to deliver superior spray patterns.

The Thrush 510P also features a 29,000-hour wing spar life, with no mandatory inspections required on the wing spars – a major advantage for owners. Its wide performance envelope, docile handling qualities, and long service life have already made the 510P a favorite among agricultural aviation operators around the world.

The 510P’s certification in Brazil coincides perfectly with the recent opening of Thrush Aircraft do Brazil, a company created specifically to serve Thrush owners and operators across the Brazilian nation with sales, service, training and support. With certification in hand, and a new in-country factory authorized sales and service network coming on line, Thrush is poised for massive growth in Brazil’s rapidly expanding agricultural aviation market.

“We’re very proud to be introducing operators in Brazil to what we consider to be the best ag aircraft in the world” said Payne Hughes, president of Thrush Aircraft. "ANAC certification is a significant milestone for our company, as it allows us to now serve operators across this nation who have been demanding a state-of-the-art, high-performance agricultural aircraft” he continued. With ANAC certification complete, Thrush plans to begin deliveries immediately to ensure customers are equipped with the new aircraft for the upcoming spray season.

Thrush offers an extensive standard equipment list for the 510P, including an all glass cockpit and a wire strike protection system, as well as options – such as a dual cockpit/dual control version – to match virtually every operation. All backed by the best warranty in the ag aviation industry.

About Thrush Aircraft Company

Headquartered in Albany, Georgia, Thrush Aircraft manufactures a full range of aerial application aircraft used in agriculture, forestry and fire fighting roles worldwide. Founded in 2003, Thrush is well-known for building the most durable aircraft in the aerial application industry, as well as the best flying – from both pilot and operator perspectives. All Thrush models provide superb visibility, light control response, and a high degree of maneuverability and speed, along with superior efficiency and low direct operating costs. Today there are more than 2,200 Thrush aircraft operating in some 80 countries around the world.



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The Thrush 510P has won type-certification in Brazil from the Brazilian civil aviation authority (ANAC). Deliveries are scheduled to begin immediately to allow operators in the country to have the aircraft on line in time for the upcoming spray season.