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ACE 2026 - September 8th

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Blackhawk gains Engine+ upgrade approval
King Air 350 owners now have the option to upgrade to the latest engine and five-blade propellers within EASA rules.
Read this story in our May 2018 printed issue.

Blackhawk has received EASA approval for the King Air 350 XP67A Engine+ upgrade.

The upgrade includes two factory-new Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67A engines and five-blade composite propellers from MT-Propeller, which meet stringent EASA noise level requirements. Training, support and a five year/2,500 hour enhanced new engine warranty are also included.

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