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King Air: The Most Versatile Aircraft in the World

Interesting article by Nicole Kylie with Simple Flying. We want to know what you would add to the list...let us know on our social media post: https://buff.ly/3UHFNSB.The Beechcraft King Air is a family of twin-turboprop utility aircra

NOAA Welcomes Third Beechcraft King Air To Its Specialized Aircraft Fleet

NOAA’s newest aircraft, a Beechcraft King Air 360 CER turboprop, has arrived at the NOAA Aircraft Operations Center in Lakeland, Florida.The new aircraft, designated N65RF, is configured to support NOAA coastal mapping missions and aerial surveys of

King Air Gathering 2024 Promises Industry-Leading Sponsors plus New Details Announced

As the dates of King Air Gathering 2024 draw closer, we are excited to announce our incredible lineup of event sponsors, all of which are renowned names in the King Air industry. This year's event is at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphu

Flaps - Infinitely Selectable? - Tom Clements, King Air Academy

If you are used to flying one particular King Air but then get the opportunity to fly others, you will find a surprise or two…and one of these relates to flap operation. All current-production King Airs have three-position flap systems. Where you pla

Garmin Announces Projected STC Approval Dates for King Air 300 Series Autoland

After much buzz with the Garmin Autothrottle and Garmin Autoland announcements, the installation of the Autoland feature has been anticipated for some time now. This feature takes aviation safety to the next level by being able to land an aircra

BLR Aerospace to Co-Host King Air Gathering 2024

Here's some exciting news for aviation enthusiasts and professionals! BLR Aerospace is partnering with King Air Nation as co-host to bring you the ultimate King Air Gathering this year. The event will be hosted at the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulph

NAA, FAI Recognize Record Tamarack King Air Flight

A Beechcraft King Air 350 equipped with Tamarack Aerospace active load-alleviating winglets set two records during flights to and from Orlando, Florida, for NBAA-BACE 2022. The records have now been documented by the National Aeronautic Association a

Textron Announces New SustainableAdvantage Program

Textron Aviation recently announced a new ProAdvantage program, SustainableAdvantage℠, to provide owners with an additional option for reducing their carbon dioxide emissions from operating aircraft. In collaboration with 4AIR, the program is set to

Prop Sync Types (which do you have?) - Tom Clements, King Air Academy

How can you tell if your King Air has the older Type I or the newer Type II Propeller Synchrophaser system? There are two ways to tell from the cockpit.First, does the label by the Prop Sync switch merely say “On-Off” or does it also have the stateme

GAMA Numbers Show Continuing Health of General Aviation Market

Great article by Julie Boatman with FLYING Magazine.The industry saw more than 10 percent growth overall, with pistons and turboprops the biggest winners.The general aviation market continues its upward trend following the pandemic, according to

Hasard Lee: The Dynamic Keynote Speaker for the King Air Gathering 2024

It's time to get excited about the upcoming King Air Gathering in 2024! One of the most highly anticipated aviation events of the year, this gathering is a must-attend for King Air owners, pilots, and enthusiasts from around the world. And this year,

9 Most Common King Air Upgrades

Great article by Max Oberbroeckling with jetAVIVA.The Beechcraft King Air series has been a paragon of aviation excellence for decades, cherished for its dependability and adaptability. With advancements in technology and engineering, a myriad o