The Ayres Turbo Thrush 660 is the Ayres S2R-T65 with a 660 gallon
hopper. This powerful aircraft was also used by the US State Department
in a drugs eradication programme as the NEDS (Narcotics Eradication
Delivery System). 9 of these aircraft were delivered between 1983 and
1985. An armed version was designated Ayres V-1A Vigilante (1 built).
Registration unknown
USA
Single seat agricultural aircraft first flown in 2000
Engine: 1230shp(915kW) P&W PT6A-65
Length: 33’6”(10.22m)
Height: 9’9”(2.79m)
Wingspan: 54’0”(16.46m)
No.built: 10+
Range: 600milrs(966km)
Cruising speed: 175mph(281kmh) Empty weight: 6350lb(2880kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 12,500lb(5600kg)
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