There I was, shortly after takeoff, gear up, climbing out. While performing the after-takeoff checklist, I noticed that the cabin rate of climb was the same as the aircraft rate of climb. The cabin altitude was climbing with the aircraft altitude, hmm. No, I didn’t forget to turn the bleed air valves on, at least…
We have all been to some sort of training class as a pilot. In these classes we have been shown the limitation section of the pilot operating handbook (POH), otherwise known as the aircraft flight manual (AFM). After the books have been closed and class is over, it is very easy for us to never…
Many pilots who come through training ask what the fuel topping governor really does and if it is really needed. The King Air has three propeller governors: the primary propellor governor (PPG), the overspeed propeller governor (OSG) and the fuel topping governor (FTG). The FTG is in the same housing as the PPG. This combined…
Over the years, many modification options have become available for the Beechcraft King Air. If you own or operate a King Air, there is a good chance your airplane has some modification made to it. How does the modification from the original airplane design affect the way the pilot operates the airplane? Why should I…
I believe we all have heard the term stabilized approach. But what is a stabilized approach and why should you practice it? One of the many aspects that makes the King Air appealing is that it is a forgiving airplane. This makes it a great platform to transition into from a slower, nonpressurized, reciprocating aircraft.…
For many King Air pilots, most of our flying utilizes the Global Positioning System. What would happen if the entire National Airspace System (NAS) relied solely on GPS and the system broke down due to technical issues or nefarious intent? GPS is susceptible to interference, jamming, spoofing or solar events, any of which can disrupt…