Improved Aerodynamics, Upgraded Powerplants In The 800XPR

Hawker Beechcraft Services (HBS) Monday took the wraps off the aftermarket Hawker 800XPR package, an upgrade for the Hawker 800XP. This upgrade package, available only through factory-owned HBS facilities, offers significant performance and capability improvements by replacing the aircraft's original engines with new technology TFE731-50R powerplants and improving aerodynamics with company-designed winglets. Special introductory pricing is being offered until the end of the year, with certification expected in 2010.
 
"Customer input clearly told us that many Hawker 800XP owners are interested in enhancing the value of their current aircraft  with improved range, better hot/high performance and lower operating cost," said Christi Tannahill, HBC vice president, Global Customer Support. "This factory upgrade underscores our commitment to supporting our customers with products that improve performance, lower operating costs and increase the resale value of the aircraft we design and build."
 
The 800XPR's new TFE731-50R engines are capable of producing 5,000 pounds of thrust, but are flat rated to 4,660 pounds to create a robust interstage turbine temperature margin that translates into significantly improved performance and durability. This added margin greatly improves hot/high airport performance while generating more thrust at altitude. The new engines also deliver a number of green advantages, such as lower noise levels, reduced specific fuel consumption and reduced carbon emissions.
 
Hawker says that 800XPR operators should see lower operating costs as compared to the 800XP through the incorporation of 70 design and material improvements to the TFE731-50R, which delivers a seven percent reduction in specific fuel consumption while increasing maintenance intervals. The result is a 32 percent reduction in Honeywell's minimum Maintenance Service Plan (MSP) costs thanks to major periodic inspections of 3,000 hours and core zone inspection intervals of 6,000 hours as compared to 2,100 and 4,200 respectively on the original engines. The 800XPR upgrade qualifies for zero-cost enrollment in Honeywell's MSP. 
 
The aerodynamics of 800XPR winglets work synergistically with the new engines to yield greater range, better time to climb and faster cruise speeds. The winglets effectively increase the wing aspect ratio, which reduces lift induced drag. In slow flight, the winglets generate more responsive handling while enhancing stability at altitude.
 
In high/hot conditions, the 800XPR will climb directly to FL410 at maximum takeoff weight in just 25 minutes and will reach FL370 a full three minutes faster than the Hawker 800XP. That direct climb capability, combined with the airplane's improved fuel efficiency, translates into true transcontinental range and faster block times.
 
An optional 800XPR avionics upgrade is planned to feature large format displays, integrated with the Hawker 800XP's autopilot and designed to be compatible with future technology breakthroughs and regulatory mandates. Benefits will include improved situational awareness, greater reliability and reduced weight.

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