AVCON DELIVERS KING AIR B200 MOSQUITO CONTROL AIRCRAFT MODIFICATION

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Butler National (OTCQX: BUKS) announced that subsidiary Avcon Industries has delivered its first Avcon-modified mosquito control special mission King Air Model B200 aircraft. The modification, performed for the Lee County Mosquito Control District in Florida, integrates Avcon engineering with existing fluid dispersal technology for large-area mosquito mitigation.

The King Air B200 upgrade includes a removable external under-fuselage pod, an electric pump, aerodynamic fairings and dispersal booms designed for rapid, large-scale airborne liquid dispersal. According to the company, the solution is intended to be repeatable for other operators with similar mosquito-control and airborne dispersal requirements.

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Special mission King Air Model B200 Modified by Avcon For Mosquito Control

NEW CENTURY, Kan., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Avcon Industries, Inc., a subsidiary of Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS), a leading manufacturer and systems integrator for special mission aircraft modifications, announces delivery of the first Avcon-modified mosquito control special mission King Air aircraft.

The King Air model B200 aircraft modification integrates Avcon's proven engineering expertise with existing fluid dispersal technology for large-area mosquito control. The modification involves the addition of a removable external under-fuselage pod, electric pump, aerodynamic fairings and dispersal booms. 

"This project demonstrates Avcon's ability to integrate specialized mission systems into proven aircraft platforms to meet unique customer requirements. The King Air B200 provides an excellent platform for this mission, and the solution developed by our team creates an opportunity to support similar mosquito-control and airborne dispersal requirements for other operators," said Marcus Abendroth, President of Avcon. "By leveraging the versatility of the King Air platform, we are installing a flexible solution that enables rapid, large-scale mosquito mitigation in support of disease and pest prevention efforts. Avcon's ability to integrate mission-specific systems into proven aircraft platforms and create repeatable special-mission solutions… We look forward to completing the same modification on additional aircraft," added Mr. Abendroth.

Wayne Luettich, Aircraft Maintenance Manager for the Lee County Mosquito Control District commented, "Mosquito control has become a significant effort in Florida. We have an important mission to mitigate the impact of the mosquitoes on our residents. We look forward to operating the Avcon-modified airplane and appreciate the Avcon engineering services. We also appreciate the expertise of the Avcon team."

For more information about Avcon's King Air or airborne liquid dispersal modification, custom manufacturing, or aircraft modification certification capabilities, please contact Marcus Abendroth at sales@avconindustries.com or call us at (913) 780-8595.

About Avcon Industries, Inc.

Avcon Industries, Inc. provides engineering, structural modification, and systems integration solutions for business and commercial aircraft. The company performs special mission aircraft modifications serving business aviation, search and rescue, atmospheric research, ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance), forestry, and air ambulance markets, among others. Avcon is widely recognized for its expertise in regulatory-driven aircraft modifications that expand mission versatility.

Avcon Industries, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS), a publicly traded company headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.

About Butler National Corporation

Butler National Corporation operates in the Aerospace and Professional Services business segments. The Aerospace Products segment includes the design, manufacture, sale and service of structural modifications, design, integration and installation of electronic equipment, systems and technologies that enhance aircraft operations, and the design, manufacture and sale of defense related articles. Additionally, we operate FAA Repair Stations. Companies in Aerospace Products concentrate on products and services for Learjet, Textron Beechcraft, King Air, and Textron Cessna turboprop aircraft.

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Media Contact

Mackenzie Giller
Director of Executive Operations & Corporate Administration
Email: mgiller@butlernational.com
Phone: 1+ (913) 780-9595

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FAQ

What did Butler National (OTCQX: BUKS) announce about the King Air B200 on August 25, 2026?

Butler National announced that subsidiary Avcon Industries delivered its first specially modified King Air B200 for mosquito control. According to the company, the aircraft integrates Avcon engineering with existing fluid dispersal technology to enable rapid, large-area mosquito mitigation for operators such as the Lee County Mosquito Control District.

How is the King Air B200 aircraft modified by Avcon for mosquito control missions?

The Avcon-modified King Air B200 adds a removable external under-fuselage pod, electric pump, aerodynamic fairings and dispersal booms. According to the company, these components work with existing fluid dispersal technology to support rapid, large-scale airborne liquid application for mosquito control and similar dispersal missions.

Who is the first customer for Avcon’s mosquito control King Air B200 modification?

The first customer is the Lee County Mosquito Control District in Florida, which will operate the Avcon-modified aircraft. According to the company, the District aims to mitigate mosquito impact on residents and values Avcon’s engineering services and team expertise for this special mission platform.

What markets does Avcon Industries, a Butler National (BUKS) subsidiary, typically serve with its aircraft modifications?

Avcon Industries provides engineering, structural modification and systems integration for business and commercial aircraft. According to the company, it serves business aviation, search and rescue, atmospheric research, ISR, forestry and air ambulance markets, with a focus on regulatory-driven modifications that expand aircraft mission versatility.

Why is the King Air B200 platform used by Avcon for mosquito control and airborne dispersal missions?

Avcon states the King Air B200 offers an excellent platform for specialized mosquito control missions. According to the company, leveraging this versatile aircraft allows installation of a flexible, repeatable solution that enables rapid, large-scale mosquito mitigation and supports broader disease and pest prevention efforts for multiple operators.