Beechcraft announced this week that it has received European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification for its new Pro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 350i/ER and 250 turboprop aircraft with cabin enhancements. This certification will allow for deliveries of the aircraft throughout Europe.
“The King Air’s reliability, versatility and operating efficiencies continue to make the entire family of turboprops a popular choice in the European market,” said Kriya Shortt, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing. “We’re looking forward to getting the upgraded King Air 350i/ER and 250 into the European marketplace, where owners/operators have responded enthusiastically to the investments we’ve made in bringing the latest technology, safety and comfort to the cockpit and cabin.”
The new upgrades were first announced at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) in May 2015. The Fusion-equipped King Air 250 earned Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification in July 2015 and the 350i/ER earned the certification in November 2015.
The Pro Line Fusion is noteworthy for being the first full touchscreen flight display system and features three 14-inch displays. In addition to the Pro Line Fusion avionics, Beechcraft upgraded the King Air cabin interior to come standard with Wi-Fi capability. Additionally, electronically dimmable window shades were added that allow for faster dimming with a single button press.