The staff and participants on the 2024 Peanut Tour were given an opportunity most would love to have. They were able to do a walk-through tour of Thrush Aircraft located in Albany, Georgia.
Thrush Aircraft, originally called Rockwell from Olney, Texas, came to Albany in March of 1970. The first crop duster, the Rockwell ag plane, was created in 1970 and quickly became in high demand. Due to high demand, production quickly progressed. Over many years and ownership changes, the name Thrush Aircraft came to life in the early 2000s and is now a leading agricultural aircraft manufacturer.
Throughout the tour, attendees were able to see firsthand how the aircrafts were built from the guts of the motor to the paint on the body and tail. It was a true privilege to see just how these amazing machines were built and the pan power behind it all. But now I can stand firm and say that there are many hard-working men and women who work at Thrush Aircraft who put in long hours to make the machines perform to their best ability. From mechanics to the paint and even a test flight, Thrush Aircraft does it all. My advice to you….take a tour and see what they have to offer!
