Press Release

Issued by BLR Aerospace.

October 2, 2008

Operators of King Air 90s may soon significantly increase aircraft performance and cost savings by installing Winglet Systems from BLR Aerospace (NBAA Exhibit 4066). Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification of performance-enhancing Winglet Systems is imminent, according to Dave Marone, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the company. NBAA represents the final opportunity to place pre-certification orders for the Systems.

The certification will apply to all King Air C90s (LJ 589 and up) and E90s (LW 26 and up), plus all King Air GTs and GTis

Already certified and installed on King Air 200s, 200GTs, and 300s, Winglet Systems deliver impressive improvements in stability, cruise speed, and rate of climb. Some 150 Systems have been delivered to date.

Operators are increasingly interested in the financial benefits of Winglet installation, Marone said. "With rising fuel prices and economic pressures, Winglets are a solid financial decision," he said.  "Customers benefit from immediate increases in asset value and ongoing reductions in direct operating costs."  For example:

• IRS rules make it possible to profit from the installation of Winglets. Operators should speak with their accountants for details.

• Winglets operators will realize a 100 percent return on investment — data documented in the Aircraft Blue Book.

• Winglets reduce fuel consumption up to 3.5 percent and help offset the high cost of fuel.

In terms of performance, Winglets deliver increased cruise speed (3-6 knots) and increased vertical rate of climb (300-400 fpm). Additional benefits include reduced drag and improved handling qualities.  The performance improvements are a direct result of an increase in effective wingspan and associated increase in aspect ratio combined with the beneficial impact of the winglet acting as a physical pressure barrier, conserving valuable lift.