Raisbeck Engineering and Blackhawk Modifications team to pro

PRESS RELEASE
Editorial Content Contact: Caitlin O’Keefe, caitlin@raisbeck.com
Media Materials Contact: Dan Adams, dan@raisbeck.com
Raisbeck Engineering, Inc.
(206) 723-2000
Raisbeck Engineering and Blackhawk Modifications team to promote joint XPR Package
August 9, 2013 – Seattle, Wash. – Raisbeck Engineering and Blackhawk Modifications Inc. have recently
formed a joint marketing relationship to promote cohesion between their well-known product lines. The joint
marketing program will initially focus on the Beechcraft King Air 200 family. The package is referred to as
the Blackhawk EPIC XPR Series. The program tag line is “Performance from the Power of Two.”
The EPIC XPR package consists of the Blackhawk XP Engine Upgrade Package which utilizes PT6A -52
or -61 engines, and the Raisbeck EPIC PLATINUM Package, which includes Swept Blade Turbofan
Propellers, Enhanced Performance Leading Edges, Dual Aft Body Strakes, Ram Air Recovery System
and High Flotation Gear Doors (if the aircaft is HFG-equipped). Crown Wing Lockers are optional.
The combination of Raisbeck’s EPIC PLATINUM Performance Package with Blackhawk’s -52 or -61 Engine Upgrade Package achieves a level of performance second to none. The synergy of the combined systems gives operators the following benefits:
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Shorter takeoff and landing distances
FAA-Certified Balanced Field Lengths (BFL) for added safety
Increased climb rates and cruise speeds
Quieter cabin and cockpit (sound levels below OSHA standards, permitting talking at normal
conversation levels)
Proven resale value
State of-the-art Pratt & Whitney engine technology with a corresponding warranty
Raisbeck’s Director of Marketing, Caitlin O’Keefe, comments on the partnership, “The Blackhawk-Raisbeck
EPIC XPR package adds tremendous value to 200-Series King Airs. This program has already been implemented on many aircraft and we have seen compelling results based on FAA-Certified performance data—
plus the smiles on our customers’ faces following their first flight after installation.”
Blackhawk’s Vice President of International Sales Bobby Patton comments, “For decades, Raisbeck and
Blackhawk have done a great job identifying, developing and bringing to market performance upgrades that
expand every reason to own and operate a King Air. There is a natural performance-based synergy between
our two companies. This teaming agreement will give King Air operators a gateway to make their decision
to fly with the latest and greatest airframe and engine technology much easier. We are pleased to work with
Raisbeck to continue making a positive contribution towards the legacy of the King Air.
The two companies are sharing a booth (#5005) at LABACE this year (August 13th-16th in Sao Paulo, Brazil), along with BLR Aerospace. All three companies will showcase their King Air Performance Solutions.
For more information on the EPIC XPR package and global installation centers near you, please contact
Blackhawk (+1 254-755-6711, sales@blackhawk.aero) or Raisbeck Engineering (+1 206-723-2000, info@
raisbeck.com).
The Blackhawk EPIC XPR Series
Simply the fastest, most versatile King Air Series ever offered
Raisbeck’s EPIC PLATINUM + Blackhawk Engine Upgrades
for 200 and B200 King Airs
PERFORMANCE from the POWER of TWO
The Blackhawk EPIC XPR Series
King Air 200-Series Performance when Blackhawk is EPIC XPR Equipped
RAISBECK ENGINEERING, the world leader in aerodynamic performance enhancements, combines specific key Performance
Systems to deliver astounding synergistic gains in performance, efficiency and handling qualities.
SWEPT BLADE TURBOFAN
PROPELLERS [SBTP]
• Stunning ramp presence
• Cutting-edge technology
• Increased performance from takeoff
to touchdown and beyond
ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
LEADING EDGES [EPLE]
• Faster cruise speeds and greater range
• Lower stall speeds for shorter takeoffs
and landings
• Additional reduced drag through
flush de-ice boots
DUAL AFT BODY STRAKES
[DABS]
• Increased directional stability and passenger ride quality
• Increased climb and cruise performance through drag reduction
• Adopted by Beechcraft as standard on
the King Air 350i
HIGH FLOTATION GEAR DOORS
[HFGD] (if HFG-equipped)
• Completely and efficiently covers
protruding main landing gear
• Cruise speeds increased 8-12 ktas
• Protects tires, wheels and brakes from
the elements
KEY BENEFITS
• Shorter takeoff and landing distances—FAA-Certified Balanced Field
Lengths for additional safety margins
• Increased climb rates and cruise speeds
• Quieter cabin and cockpit—sound levels below OSHA standards
permit talking at normal conversational levels
• Proven resale value
CROWN WING LOCKERS
[CWLS] (Optional)
• Returns the cabin to your passengers
• Carries up to 600 lbs in 16 cubic feet
• FAA-Certified for Part 135 operations
• Adopted by Beechcraft as standard on
the King Air 350i
Blackhawk ENGINE UPGRADES
BLACKHAWK, the world leader in King Air engine upgrades, integrates factory-new Pratt & Whitney PT6A engines, offering
you the latest in engine performance for the 200-Series King Airs.
BLACKHAWK P&W PT6A-52, PT6A-61 and PT6A-42 ENGINE UPGRADES
• Pratt & Whitney new engine warranty
• Improved Performance
• Lower operating cost
• Expanded mission profile
• Increased aircraft value
• Same trips—fewer hours
• Higher level of safety
Equipped with Blackhawk PT6A-52 Engines
CLIMB (12,500 lbs, SL/ISA)
RAISBECK
Time-to-Climb to 28,000 ft
14 minutes
Time-to-Climb to 33,000 ft
18 minutes
DATA APPLICABLE TO ALL 200-SERIES
Max. Cruise Speed, 28,000 ft
318 ktas
Max. Cruise Speed, 33,000 ft
307 ktas
Equipped with Blackhawk PT6A-61 Engines
BLACKHAWK
EPIC XPR
2,210 ft
FACTORY
IMPROVEMENTS
CLIMB (12,500 lbs, SL/ISA)
RAISBECK
3,300 ft
1,090 ft less runway
Time-to-Climb to 28,000 ft
14 minutes
Part 25 Balanced Field
Length (BFL)
3,990 ft
Not Certified
Airline Safety Standards
Time-to-Climb to 33,000 ft
20 minutes
Accelerate-Stop Distance
3,250 ft
3,380 ft
130 ft less runway
CRUISE (11,000 lbs, ISA)
Accelerate-Go Distance
3,450 ft
6,370 ft
2,920 ft less runway
TAKEOFF
(FLAPS UP, 12,500 lbs, SL/ISA)
CLIMB (12,500 lbs, SL/ISA)
Two Engine Rate-of-Climb
2,510 ft/min
2,420 ft/min
Landing Distance Over 50
ft (without prop reverse)
PROPELLERS
305 ktas
Max. Cruise Speed, 33,000 ft
300 ktas
Equipped with Blackhawk PT6A-42 Engines
1,600 - 1,800
1,700 - 1,800 Quieter cruise & cabin
LANDING (FLAPS DOWN, 11,000 lbs, SL/ISA)
Approach Speed (VREF)
Max. Cruise Speed, 28,000 ft
90 ft/min more
CRUISE (11,000 lbs, ISA)
Max. Cruise Prop RPM
200-Series Engine Upgrades
40,000
-61
35,000
-42
CRUISE (11,000 lbs, ISA)
• Pratt & Whitney new engine warranty
Distance Over 50 ft
RAM AIR RECOVERY
SYSTEM [RARS]
• Developed and certified in conjunction with Pratt & Whitney
• 8% increase in horsepower in climb
and cruise
• Adopted by Beechcraft as standard on
the King Air 250
ENGINE-SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE DATA
CLIMB (12,500 lbs, SL/ISA)
RAISBECK
Time-to-Climb to 28,000 ft
15 minutes
21 minutes
90 kts
99 kts
9 kts slower
Time-to-Climb to 33,000 ft
1,990 ft
2,520 ft
530 ft less runway
CRUISE (11,000 lbs, ISA)
96˝ Raisbeck/
• Premium alternate to
Hartzell Swept 93˝ Hartzell/
Power Props
Blade Propellers Beech 4-Blade • Stunning ramp
4-Blade
presence
Max. Cruise Speed, 28,000 ft
295 ktas
Max. Cruise Speed, 33,000 ft
286 ktas
All data is FAA-Certified and derived from FAA-Approved
Flight Manuals
Pressure Altitude ~ feet
Raisbeck EPIC PLATINUM
OE
30,000
OE
M*
M*
25,000
EP
IC
EP
IC
-52
XP
EP
R
IC
XP
R
XP
R
-42
-41
20,000
15,000
* As delivered
by Beechcraft
10,000
250
260
270
280
290
300
True Airspeed ~ knots
310
320
The Blackhawk EPIC XPR Series
Simply the fastest, most versatile King Air Series ever offered
Raisbeck’s EPIC PLATINUM + Blackhawk Engine Upgrades for 200 and B200 King Airs
12,000
All
All Blackhawk EPIC XPR
Balanced Field Length Limit
OE
11,500
M*
20
0-S
M* 20
E
O
l
Al
0-S
11,000
ISA, 11,000 lbs
3,000
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Ac
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Landing Distance ~ Feet
Maximum Allowable Takeoff Weight ~ lbs
12,500
Additional 2,300 lbs
lG
o/S
top
Lim
it
10,500
10,000
eries
2,500
530 ft less runway
PR
EPIC X
khawk
c
a
l
B
l
l
A
2,000
Example – 4000’ Runway, Sea Level
9,500
1,500
* As delivered by Beechcraft
9,000
-40
-30
-20
-10
0
10
OAT~ 0C
* As delivered by Beechcraft
20
30
40
10,500
11,000
11,500
Landing Gross Weight ~ lbs
PERFORMANCE from the POWER of TWO
Blackhawk Modifications, Inc.
7601 Karl May Drive
Waco, Texas 76708
USA
(254) 755-6711
sales@blackhawk.aero
www.blackhawk.aero
Raisbeck Engineering, Inc.
4411 South Ryan Way
Seattle, Washington 98178
USA
(206) 723-2000
info@raisbeck.com
www.raisbeck.com
12,000