MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH has received the Acceptance of their EASA STC for the Quiet Fan Jet composite propeller MTV-27 on the Beech 99/100 series by TCCA Canada. The U.S. FAA STC is in progress. The company says the installation of the 5-blade MTV-27 Propellers on the Beech 99/100 series provide the following advantages: Takeoff improvement…
ForeFlight’s Latest Release Includes Cloud Forecasts and 3D Traffic
ForeFlight 12.10, which was recently released, includes a powerful new forecast weather layer in three different places: on the map, in Profile View and in 3D Preview. The Clouds layer provides a 24-hour forecast of cloud coverage from the ground to 63,000 feet, with sliders to view different forecast periods and altitudes. And like the…
King Air 360 Comments
In reference to the article announcing the King Air 360 in the September 2020 issue of King Air magazine, I started flying King Airs a little over 30 years ago before going into the airline industry. Due to 9/11, I was furloughed in December 2001 from the airlines. During that time, I received my BE-350 type…
GA Coalition & CARES Act, CBAA Joins SAF, and NextGen Advisory Committee
GA Coalition Urges Lawmakers for Additional Relief Through CARES Act A coalition of general aviation (GA) associations recently sent a letter urging lawmakers to build on the success of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act by providing additional targeted relief that ensures business aviation and the country’s airports can continue to deliver…
King Air 360/360ER Receives Certification
Textron Aviation announced in early October that it had achieved Type Certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its newest flagship twin turboprop Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER aircraft, with customer deliveries to commence in the coming weeks. The company says the newly upgraded aircraft offers technological advancements in the cockpit, a redesigned cabin and…
Raisbeck Adds Two Military Distributors to Support International King Air Market
Raisbeck Engineering announced the addition of two military distributors, Dynatech International and DIMO Corporation (DIMO), in an effort to address the international military King Air market. The move represents a company first and marks a significant step toward strengthening Raisbeck’s position in providing performance enhancement systems for military aircraft worldwide. The company says DIMO and…
Pilot Proficient Releases Pro Line Fusion Pilot Familiarization Course
Pilot Proficient, LLC, an online aviation training site, recently released a Pro Line Fusion Pilot Familiarization Course – a video-based training program designed to help familiarize transitioning pilots with the Fusion system, either prior to flying in a Fusion-equipped airplane or attending a formal training event. The training focuses on demonstrating the actual techniques and…
Garmin Announces Virtual Learning Format through June 2021
Garmin® is pleased to announce its pilot training opportunities through June 2021 will be transitioning to an entirely virtual learning format. This new format will allow customers to receive valuable product knowledge without concerns over travel and social distancing. A variety of pilot training opportunities are available ranging from Garmin pilot’s guides, PC trainers, eLearning…
NBAA Announces First Virtual Trade Show, “VBACE”
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) announced the first-ever, completely immersive online business aviation trade show, the Virtual Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (VBACE), scheduled for Dec. 2-3. The two-day event is free for members to attend and will incorporate many of the traditional elements of NBAA’s successful live events, including virtual exhibit booths, keynote…
LifeSave(r)- King Air Proves to be a Perfect Patient Transport Aircraft
The altimeter climbed through 1,000 feet as the aircraft began a controlled turn to the left. The back of the aircraft, which once held an executive interior, has been replaced with a myriad of medical devices and purpose kept seats. Passengers now include medical professionals and a patient on a gurney connected to tubes and…