Samantha Cartaino

Blackhawk recently received approval from Transport Canada of the XP67A Engine+&nbsp;Upgrade for the Beechcraft King Air 350. The nod covers Rockwell Collins Pro Line II and Pro Line 21 avionics integration, with Garmin G1000 approval expected soon.

 


The King Air 350 XP67A Engine+&nbsp;Upgrade includes two factory-new Pratt &amp; Whitney Canada PT6A-67A engines and MT Propellers' five-blade composite propeller assemblies and spinners. Training and support services, as well as a five-year/2,500-hour engine warranty, are also included.

 


“Canadian turboprop operators have traditionally responded enthusiastically to the many high-powered Engine+&nbsp;Upgrade STC programs from Blackhawk,” said Blackhawk president and CEO Jim Allmon. “We are not surprised to have already received several orders in Canada for our newly certified XP67A Engine+&nbsp;Upgrade for the King Air 350. Adding more available horsepower has elevated the King Air 350 into the world of jet-like performance.

 


“This upgrade has maximized the highest levels of safety, performance, value, and flexibility, which lowers operating costs and saves on the bottom line," he said. "Operators can enjoy the fastest climb times, especially through inclement weather, and the fastest cruise speeds of any King Air on the planet.” According to Blackhawk, an upgraded King Air 350 has a max cruise speed of 332 knots at FL280 (ISA+20), 40 knots faster than a stock 350.

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