History

Battlefords Airspray began operations in 1980 in North Battleford Saskatchewan. The business consisted of a flight training school, aerial application service and a maintenance shop. In 1988 a move from the North Battleford Airport to Hamlin included an expansion in services to include Forestry Protection.

In 1999 a very unique training program was created by Fran - the Professional Agricultural Pilot Training Program. This program was designed to help fill the need for specially trained pilots working in a demanding flying environment. Also added in 1999 were Fire Suppression Services.

In 2006 another move brought the business back to the North Battleford City Airport. This presented an opportunity to once again diversify - Managing and Maintaining operations of the City of North Battleford Airport.

The new 14000 sq ft facility includes an expanded maintenance facility, a large on site classroom, and onsite student accommodations.

Battlefords Airspray is owned and operated by Fran de Kock. From 1980 to 1988 Fran worked with his father, Louis de Kock, Sr. In 1988 Fran moved to Hamlin and Louis moved to Lloydminster, Alberta. Fran started flying in 1975 and has been airborne ever since. Today he holds a commercial pilots license with instructor and instrument ratings and an aircraft maintenance engineer license. He is actively involved in the National (CAAA) and is a member of the Provincial Agricultural Aviation Associations (AAAA, SAAA, MAAA). He is also a board member of the CAIR Self Insurance Program sitting on the Education and Safety Committee.

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