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The Best Aviation Blogs on the Internet [Op-Ed]

Pilots and enthusiasts alike can benefit from the resources and experiences of other professionals. Here is a list of ten fun, informative and award-winning aviation blogs. In no particular order:1. The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) –

Happy Thanksgiving | KingAirNation Gives Thanks

The end of the year is a fantastic time to count your blessings, and this is exactly what our team has been doing lately.  As we reflect back on 2013, it has made us realize we had no idea how incredible the year really was.  The people, th

Hampton Aviation – King Air Maintenance in Arkansas

Hampton Aviation sits at the foot of the beautiful Ouachita Mountains in Mena, Arkansas, home to roughly 6,000 of the nation’s friendliest people. Originally founded by Fred Hampton in 1965, Hampton Aviation was purchased by Greg D. Davis, an entrep

Maintenance Tracking: Safety, Efficiency, & Cost Savings

What is Maintenance Tracking?All aircraft have a maintenance schedule developed by the manufacturer that designates what inspections and part replacements are required, and when they need to be completed.  Often these requirements come due by ca

Happy #FlyingFriday!

From one Beechcraft to another, happy #FlyingFriday!In spirit of the holiday season approaching us – what about the King Air are you thankful for?For some, it’s your job and living. For others, it’s a mode of transportation to serve yo

Lighting the King Air Family Since 1970

Have you ever thought about how the interior cabin lighting came about in the Beechcraft King Air, how it has changed and where it will be going?PWI Inc., based in Wichita, Kansas, developed the first 28VDC (volts direct current) Fluorescent Lighting

Beechcraft to Bolster King Air with ASW Capabilities

Beechcraft is looking to add anti-submarine warfare (ASW) to the lengthy list of capabilities offered by its King Air 350 ER in the special missions market, according to Justin Ladner, the company sales vice president. Ladner said Beechcraft has bee

Caption This Giveaway

Photo credit: @nnuskabeale on InstagramA picture’s worth a thousand words, right?  This week we are running our first “CAPTION THIS” contest.  All you have to do is log in and leave a comment with your best “caption”.This weekend we

Happy #FlyingFriday!

Happy #FlyingFriday!  –  “The Most Interesting Airplane In the World.”Stay tuned to www.KingAirNation.com next week to find out what and why! Have an excellent weekend everyone!

Beechcraft to Display King Airs at Dubai Air Show

Beechcraft Corporation today announced it will display three King Airs, among other aircraft, at the Dubai Air Show Nov. 17-21 at Dubai World Central in Jebel Ali, Dubai. The company has a year-round presence in Dubai with a sales and support office

Aviation Fabricators (AvFab) Stretcher Kit

AvFab’s STC approved Stretcher Kits provide King Air 65-350 Series operators with the option of economically transporting an ill or injured patient. These stretchers are ideal for the operator who doesn’t need critical care medical equipment and is

10 Things A Pilot Can Do To Beat Layover Boredom

Pilots who fly the same flight routes on a regular basis most likely plan their airport layover time activities ahead of time. They may even welcome this down time from their cockpit lives as a chance to relax and even rest up, especially when on lon