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…
Current limiters: We talk about them and we test them. But what do they do for us, and how can we protect them? Let’s start with defining a current limiter. It’s a device that restricts or limits electrical flow to a predetermined maximum amount that prevents damage to components. The most talked about current limiters…
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.…
At King Air Academy, we see a wide range of pilots for training: pilots who just passed their multiengine checkride to pilots with thousands of hours in King Airs. Let’s look at what separates the owner-pilot from the professional pilot. Checklist use The first differentiator to jump out is checklist use. This truly separates professional…