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Beechcraft King Air 260 Earns FAA TC

The King Air 260 Offers Occupancy Of Up To Nine and A Max Range Of 1720 NM

Textron has achieved Type Certification by the FAA for its newly upgraded twin turboprop Beechcraft King Air 260, paving the way for customer deliveries to commence in the coming weeks. Announced in December 2020, the King Air 260 features a number of technological advancements to the cockpit and improvements to the cabin.

“The continual conversations we have with our customers play an integral role in the decisions we make about the design of new aircraft, as well as enhancements to our existing fleet,” said Chris Hearne, senior vice president, Engineering and Programs.

“With the King Air 260, we utilized that valuable feedback and truly elevated the flying experience for both pilots and passengers. And now, with certification complete, we are looking forward to getting the King Air 260 into the hands of so many eager customers.”

The King Air 260 offers an occupancy of up to nine, a maximum range of 1,720 nautical miles and a top cruise speed of 310 ktas. The upgraded cockpit features the Innovative Solutions & Support (IS&S) ThrustSense Autothrottle system, which automatically manages engine power from the takeoff roll through the climb, cruise, descent, go-around and landing phases of flight. This enhancement reduces pilot workload and is designed to prevent over-speed or under-speed, over-temp and over-torque conditions. The ThrustSense Autothrottle system has been awarded STC approval from the FAA.

Another key update in the cockpit is the new digital pressurization controller, which automatically schedules cabin pressurization during both climb and descent, reducing pilot workload and increasing overall passenger comfort. The pressurization gauges have been integrated with the powerful Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion flight deck.

The Collins Multi-Scan RTA-4112 weather radar provides pilots with a fully automatic system that is optimized to detect short, mid and long-range weather. Nearly 7,600 Beechcraft King Air turboprops have been delivered to customers around the world since 1964.

FMI: www.beechcraft.txtav.com

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