Robinson Helicopter Maintenance. Done Right.
Prairie Air Inc. is a Diamond Level Robinson Helicopter Service Center providing maintenance, inspections, and overhauls for operators across the United States. From our facility in Minnesota, our team supports the Robinson fleet with the technical expertise, attention to detail, and responsiveness operators depend on to keep their aircraft flying safely and reliably.
Prairie Air has developed extensive experience supporting Robinson helicopters through major maintenance events, component repairs, and overhauls. Our technicians work closely with owners and operators to ensure each aircraft meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.
In addition to major maintenance and overhaul work, Prairie Air provides routine services, detailed inspections, pre-buy inspections, and parts support. Our facility maintains a large in-house inventory of Robinson helicopter parts and components, allowing us to support both scheduled maintenance and unexpected service needs quickly. This depth of inventory helps reduce downtime for operators and allows our team to respond efficiently when aircraft require immediate attention.
Prairie Air Inc. has built a reputation for technical expertise, integrity, and long-term relationships within the helicopter community.
SERVICES
Maintenance & Inspections
Component Repair
Overhauls & Upgrades
Parts Support
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Save the Date | Wheels, Tracks & Wings 2026
Join us at the Elbow Lake Airport for the 4th Annual Wheels, Tracks & Wings as we celebrate the Month of the Military Child. This is a fly-in, drive-in event built for the whole communityโon the ground and in the air.
โ๏ธ๐๐
๐น FREE Admission
๐น Open to the Public
๐น Fun for All Ages
๐ Elbow Lake Airport (Y63)
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Saturday, April 25th
โฐ 11:00 AM โ 2:00 PM
๐ช Gates Open: 10:30 AM
โ๏ธ Flyover at 11:00 AM
Spend the day up close with the equipment, aircraft, and people that serve our communities every day.
๐น Youth Activities & Kids Zone
๐น Food Trucks & Concessions
๐น Emergency Medical Vehicles
๐น Military Vehicles
๐น Farm Equipment
๐น Aircraft Displays & Fly-In Traffic
๐น Touch-a-Truck + Interactive Exhibits
๐น Young Eagles Flights (Ages 8โ17) hosted by EAA Chapter 1174
๐น Vintage Cars, Pedal Cars, Bounce House & more
๐ Sponsored by: American Legion Auxiliary Unit #357
๐ฉ Hosted by: Elbow Lake Airport
๐ GIVEAWAY ๐
Weโre giving away a DJI Neo 2 Motion Fly More Combo
โ
FPV flying
โ
Motion control
โ
4K video
โ
Goggles + controller + 3 batteries
๐ Show up. Sign up. Fly away.
Bring the family, invite your friends, and come celebrate and support military kids and families in our community.
More updates, demos, and door prizes coming soonโthis oneโs shaping up to be the best yet.
Prairie Air Inc. ๐
#WheelsTracksWings #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #FlyInDriveIn #PrairieAir ElbowLakeAirport Ashby American Legion Auxiliary Unit 357
โ at Elbow Lake Municipal Airport.
๐
Save the Date | Wheels, Tracks & Wings 2026
Join us at the Elbow Lake Airport for the 4th Annual Wheels, Tracks & Wings as we celebrate the Month of the Military Child. This is a fly-in, drive-in event built for the whole communityโon the ground and in the air.
โ๏ธ๐๐
๐น FREE Admission
๐น Open to the Public
๐น Fun for All Ages
๐ Elbow Lake Airport (Y63)
๐
Saturday, April 25th
โฐ 11:00 AM โ 2:00 PM
๐ช Gates Open: 10:30 AM
โ๏ธ Flyover at 11:00 AM
Spend the day up close with the equipment, aircraft, and people that serve our communities every day.
๐น Youth Activities & Kids Zone
๐น Food Trucks & Concessions
๐น Emergency Medical Vehicles
๐น Military Vehicles
๐น Farm Equipment
๐น Aircraft Displays & Fly-In Traffic
๐น Touch-a-Truck + Interactive Exhibits
๐น Young Eagles Flights (Ages 8โ17) hosted by EAA Chapter 1174
๐น Vintage Cars, Pedal Cars, Bounce House & more
๐ Sponsored by: American Legion Auxiliary Unit #357
๐ฉ Hosted by: Elbow Lake Airport
๐ GIVEAWAY ๐
Weโre giving away a DJI Neo 2 Motion Fly More Combo
โ
FPV flying
โ
Motion control
โ
4K video
โ
Goggles + controller + 3 batteries
๐ Show up. Sign up. Fly away.
Bring the family, invite your friends, and come celebrate and support military kids and families in our community.
More updates, demos, and door prizes coming soonโthis oneโs shaping up to be the best yet.
Prairie Air Inc. ๐
#WheelsTracksWings #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #FlyInDriveIn #PrairieAir ElbowLakeAirport Ashby American Legion Auxiliary Unit 357
โ at Elbow Lake Municipal Airport.
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๐ฉ๏ธ FOR SALE: 1978 Air Tractor 301 ๐ฉ๏ธ
A solid, work-ready Air Tractor 301 with strong times and great potential for its next operator.
Aircraft Details:
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Total Time: 10,238.4 hours
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Engine Time SMOH: 1,354.4 hours
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Prop Time SMOH: 690.4 hours
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Last Annual Inspection: 7/2024
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Complete New wing Leading Edge Skins
โ ๏ธ Currently has a propeller control issue
This aircraft is a straightforward, honest 301 airframe with plenty of life left and a simple path to get it flying again once the prop control concern is addressed.
๐ฐ Call For Price
๐ Contact Information:
๐ค Joe LaRue โ Broker
๐ข Prairie Air Inc.
๐ Elbow Lake, MN 56531, United States
๐ง sales@prairie-air.net
๐ฑ Cell: 208-755-5988
โ๏ธ Office: 218-685-6594 Ext 3
๐ Fax: 218-685-6729
๐ฉ๏ธ FOR SALE: 1978 Air Tractor 301 ๐ฉ๏ธ
A solid, work-ready Air Tractor 301 with strong times and great potential for its next operator.
Aircraft Details:
โ
Total Time: 10,238.4 hours
โ
Engine Time SMOH: 1,354.4 hours
โ
Prop Time SMOH: 690.4 hours
โ
Last Annual Inspection: 7/2024
โ
Complete New wing Leading Edge Skins
โ ๏ธ Currently has a propeller control issue
This aircraft is a straightforward, honest 301 airframe with plenty of life left and a simple path to get it flying again once the prop control concern is addressed.
๐ฐ Call For Price
๐ Contact Information:
๐ค Joe LaRue โ Broker
๐ข Prairie Air Inc.
๐ Elbow Lake, MN 56531, United States
๐ง sales@prairie-air.net
๐ฑ Cell: 208-755-5988
โ๏ธ Office: 218-685-6594 Ext 3
๐ Fax: 218-685-6729
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๐ฉ๏ธ FOR SALE: 1992 Air Tractor 401 ๐ฉ๏ธ
Weโre offering a well-kept 1992 Air Tractor 401 thatโs ready for its next operator. Solid times, fresh annual, and a strong engine from a reputable shop.
Here are the details:
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Total Time (Airframe): 7,377.0 hours
โ
Engine Time SMOH: 218.1 hours (Tulsa Aircraft Engines)
โ
Propeller Time SMOH: 1,281 hours
โ
Annual Inspection: Completed 6/1/2025
โ
Clean airframe with strong maintenance history
โ
All ADs, SLs, and SBs up to date
This Air Tractor 401 is a dependable, efficient workhorse and a great fit for operators looking to add capability without a heavy investment.
๐ ๏ธAdditional Core 1340 included
๐ฐ Asking Price: $200,000.00
๐ Contact Information:
๐ค Joe LaRue โ Broker
๐ข Prairie Air Inc.
๐ Elbow Lake, MN 56531, United States
๐ฑ Cell: 208-755-5988
โ๏ธ Office: 218-685-6594
๐ง sales@prairie-air.net
๐ฉ๏ธ FOR SALE: 1992 Air Tractor 401 ๐ฉ๏ธ
Weโre offering a well-kept 1992 Air Tractor 401 thatโs ready for its next operator. Solid times, fresh annual, and a strong engine from a reputable shop.
Here are the details:
โ
Total Time (Airframe): 7,377.0 hours
โ
Engine Time SMOH: 218.1 hours (Tulsa Aircraft Engines)
โ
Propeller Time SMOH: 1,281 hours
โ
Annual Inspection: Completed 6/1/2025
โ
Clean airframe with strong maintenance history
โ
All ADs, SLs, and SBs up to date
This Air Tractor 401 is a dependable, efficient workhorse and a great fit for operators looking to add capability without a heavy investment.
๐ ๏ธAdditional Core 1340 included
๐ฐ Asking Price: $200,000.00
๐ Contact Information:
๐ค Joe LaRue โ Broker
๐ข Prairie Air Inc.
๐ Elbow Lake, MN 56531, United States
๐ฑ Cell: 208-755-5988
โ๏ธ Office: 218-685-6594
๐ง sales@prairie-air.net
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