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BEST BETTER
special-use airspace and search patterns for expanded situational awareness and reduced workload
A fully loaded package of baseline equipment for operation in modernizing global airspace: DO-260B compliant ADS-B, SBAS-capable GNSS, localizer performance with vertical guidance (LPV) approaches, radius-to-fix (RF) legs and more
Baseline geo-referenced electronic navigation charts that display own-ship aircraft position for enhanced situational awareness during approaches
Easy and fast database updates using a standard USB drive port on the front of the displays, or the optional Aircraft Information Manager wireless data loading service
Selectable video windows on the displays for viewing inputs from Enhanced Vision System (EVS) or other external cameras.
Open and scalable architecture for future upgrades and mandates
In-service King Air aircraft with Pro Line 21 avionics can benefit from this enhancement as well; the avionics can be upgraded to the Pro Line Fusion touchscreen displays through Textron Aviation’s company-owned service centers. Pro Line Fusion upgrades for earlier King Airs equipped with Pro Line II are also nearing certification and will be available through Rockwell Collins-authorized dealers worldwide.
Initial and recurrent pilot training for the Pro Line Fusion King Airs will be available at TRU Simulation + Training’s new ProFlight training center near Tampa, Florida. It will also offer training for learning the new offerings of the Pro Line Fusion avionics that earlier Pro Line avionics don’t have.
Upgraded Cabin Features
The King Air cabin is also getting enhanced, which Beechcraft says “will offer an improved and connected passenger experience.” International or domestic Wi-Fi
The Pro Line Fusion offers a flight deck with three 14-inch displays that are interchangeable, high- resolution touchscreen and cursor-controlled.
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by Kim Blonigen
JULY 2015
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