This comprehensive Pilot's Operating Handbook and Airplane Flight Manual Supplement is specifically designed for the Beechcraft Super King Air 200 series aircraft, encompassing models 200, 200C, B200, and B200C. This FAA-approved manual covers aircraft equipped with Enhanced Aero's PT6A-52 engines (STC SA10842SC) and Raisbeck Engineering modifications. These modifications include Quiet Turbofan Propellers (STC SA2698NM-S), Ram Air Recovery System (STC SA3366NM), Enhanced Performance Leading Edges (STC SA3831NM), Dual Aft Body Strakes (STC SA3519NM), and Fully Enclosed Main Landing Gear Doors (when equipped with a High-Frequency Ground System – HFG) – STC SA4175NM. Alternatively, it also covers aircraft equipped with Quiet Turbofan Propellers (STC SA2698NM-S), MARK VI System (STC SA1783NM), and Fully Enclosed Main Landing Gear Doors (when equipped with a High-Frequency Ground System – HFG) – STC SA1668NM. The manual, meticulously revised on April 29, 2009 (Document No. 09EA-52-116), provides essential information for pilots operating these modified Super King Air 200 series aircraft. Its 168 pages offer detailed guidance on various aspects of aircraft operation, ensuring safe and efficient flight operations.
The Beechcraft Super King Air 200 series, equipped with Raisbeck modifications, is a highly capable turboprop aircraft renowned for its versatility and performance. Developed by Beechcraft, the Super King Air line has been a mainstay in the general aviation industry since its introduction in 1974. The 200 series, with its pressurized cabin and twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A turboprop engines, offers a comfortable and efficient platform for a wide variety of applications. Raisbeck Engineering, a leading provider of aircraft performance enhancements, has developed a comprehensive suite of modifications for the Super King Air, including winglets, engine nacelle modifications, and aerodynamic refinements. These upgrades significantly enhance the aircraft's range, fuel efficiency, and takeoff and landing performance.
The Super King Air 200 series, with Raisbeck modifications, boasts several notable features that contribute to its popularity. The aircraft's spacious cabin can accommodate up to nine passengers and provides ample room for cargo or specialized equipment. It features a pressurized cabin with a comfortable climate control system, ensuring a pleasant travel experience for passengers and crew. The Raisbeck upgrades, particularly the winglets, reduce drag and increase lift, allowing the aircraft to fly further on less fuel. The engine modifications enhance engine performance and efficiency, further reducing fuel consumption and increasing range. The Super King Air 200 series with Raisbeck modifications is a capable and reliable aircraft for various purposes, including corporate transportation, cargo hauling, aerial survey, and utility operations. Its versatility, combined with its excellent performance, makes it a popular choice for operators seeking a robust and efficient turboprop aircraft.