The first confirmed in-service activation of Garmin’s Autoland set the general aviation community abuzz in late December and offered confirmation that the automated landing system can deploy as designed in an actual emergent situation. A 1984 Beechcraft King Air B200 (N479BR, serial number BB-1179) unexpectedly demonstrated the technology that won the 2020 Robert J. Collier…
Photos by Clint Goff Every King Air pilot has been there. We are on a stable approach, the gear is down, the flaps are down, the power is set perfectly and the approach speed is dialed in with a perfect torque setting. We then look at the Caution/Advisory Panel and see the RVS NOT RDY…
Winter is a season that every King Air owner and pilot operating in North America knows well. The question each morning is often: Did it snow enough to justify firing up the snowblower or was it just a light dusting that will melt away with a bit of sun? While snow is often a manageable…
2026 King Air Gathering March 26-28 Horseshoe Bay Resort in Texas Hill Country Registration and more info: kingairgathering.com By King Air Gathering organizers We’re moving the 2026 King Air Gathering to Horseshoe Bay Resort. While it’s a new venue, expect the same exceptional gathering hosted by King Air Nation and BLR Aerospace. Set in the…
Photos by Pierre Gillard/Passion Aviation unless noted Passengers waiting for the whisper of airline tires touching tarmac at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International sometimes glimpse another series of runways as they turn final. Few realize that six buildings across the fast-flowing, freighter-packed St. Lawrence River host an assortment of fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft that belong to…
We are sitting sidesaddle along the port side of the wheelhouse. My daughter and I share this space, while my wife and son relax below deck in the main passenger cabin. The Voyageur is the flagship of the small Voyageurs National Park (VNP) fleet of boats. Nearing the end of our six-hour round-trip tour, we…
Feb. 13-15: AOPA Fly-In at Buckeye Air Fair, Buckeye, Arizona March 19-21: Women in Aviation International Conference, Dallas, Texas March 23-26: Aircraft Electronics Association International Convention & Trade Show, Dallas, Texas March 26-28: King Air Gathering, Horseshoe Bay, Texas April 14-19: SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo, Lakeland, Florida April 22-25: AERO Friedrichshafen, Friedrichshafen, Germany May…
“Oh $#@!! … ” That’s the thought that goes through every pilot’s head when they have an engine problem. Engine failures are one of the most feared emergencies we have in aviation, though they don’t have to be. With preparation and training, we can take the fear out of a failure and remember to fly…
As the aviation world continues to evolve, so does the community surrounding one of its most beloved aircraft – the Beechcraft King Air. With an impressive legacy spanning more than half a century, the King Air series has become synonymous with reliability and versatility, making it a favorite among owners, pilots and operators alike. As…
Thinking of having your King Air painted? No doubt the first thing that comes to mind is the cost. New paint is pricey and you’ll want to shop around. Ten years ago, I saw quotes ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 or more to paint a 90 series King Air. With today’s prices, I bet those…