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seeking hard-to-find equipment,” said Beau Hawkins, director of Sales at the Blackhawk Performance Centers at KCOU and KBJC.
Blackhawk XP67A Engine+ upgrade for King Air 360 nears certification
Blackhawk is close to securing FAA STC approval for the integration of its XP67A Engine+ upgrade with Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion avionics system. Once certified, it will be available as an aftermarket upgrade option.
“This certification brings significant value to King Air 360 owners and operators, offering a powerful and efficient engine upgrade option,” said Edwin Black, president of Blackhawk Aerospace. “Integrated with the Pro Line Fusion avionics system, the XP67A Engine+ upgrade enhances the capabilities and market value of these aircraft. This certification effort expands eligibil- ity for over 300 recently delivered aircraft to fly with Pratt & Whitney’s PT6A-67A engines and the latest and greatest Pro Line Fusion avionics system from Collins.”
According to Blackhawk’s press release, the PT6A- 67A engine delivers 1,050 SHP to altitude, significantly
outperforming the baseline stock engines that are mis- sion optimized but start losing power at lower altitudes. Paired with MT 5-blade composite propeller, the upgrade transforms the King Air 360 into a high-performance, fuel-efficient aircraft, reducing operational costs and in- creasing longevity.
The Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion avionics system provides an advanced user interface with high-resolution touchscreen displays, synthetic vision system and next- generation flight management and communication tools, further enhancing safety and situational awareness. Specifically, the upgrade to Fusion adds new features such as datalink option enabling CPDLC (FANS1/A+ Domestic & ATNB1), Privacy ICAO Address, integra- tion with the Blackhawk XP67A Engine+ upgrade and the ability to add all factory options in the aftermarket.
Get additional details online at blackhawk.aero or from any authorized Blackhawk or Collins approved dealer. KA
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