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…
Tragic flash flooding at summer camps in Texas, storm surges destroying villages in western Alaska, a Category 5 hurricane devastating Jamaica – King Air pilots have had the opportunity this year to make a difference for people and communities facing difficult situations. Beyond these natural disasters, the ongoing need continued to grow for the aviation…
Textron Aviation has integrated Sensos Smart Labels into its parts distribution process, offering customers the option to purchase access to real-time location data and shipment status updates for select parts orders. The Sensos labels are available for purchase for orders through the Textron Aviation Parts website at ww2.txtav.com/parts. The labels are lightweight, wireless trackers that…
Beechcraft aircraft are saving lives in Peru. The government recently expanded its emergency response capabilities with a second Beechcraft King Air 360C air ambulance, equipped with vital sign monitors, incubators, stretchers and cold chain systems for organ transport. Since October 2024, more than 100 Peruvian Air Force aeromedical flights have evacuated over 145 critically ill…
Originally published in 2010 by Mary Lynn Oliver, the youngest daughter of Walter and Olive Ann Beech, the book “The Barnstormer and The Lady” chronicling the personal lives of the aviation pioneers has been out of print for a decade. Mary Lynn’s daughter, Jennifer Pitt, has updated the first edition and reprinted a 15th anniversary…
On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed into law comprehensive tax-and-spending legislation that the White House dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Among the included policies was reinstating 100% bonus depreciation for qualified business aircraft acquisitions retroactive to Jan. 20, 2025. The 100% bonus depreciation provision allows businesses to purchase capital equipment, including aircraft,…