Beechcraft
Beechcraft Super King Air 200CT
The Beechcraft Super King Air 200CT is a twin‑engine turboprop that evolved from the legendary King Air line introduced by Beechcraft in the 1960s. First delivered in the early 1990s, the 200CT built on the proven airframe of the Model 200, adding a modern Collins Aerospace (formerly Rockwell Collins) Pro Line 21 avionics suite—hence the “CT” designation for “Collins Technology.” This upgrade introduced a glass cockpit, advanced navigation and weather radar, and integrated flight‑management systems, allowing the aircraft to meet contemporary IFR requirements while preserving the rugged reliability that made the King Air a staple of corporate, air‑medical, and government fleets.
Key features include two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A‑41 engines delivering 850 shaft horsepower each, a pressurized cabin capable of cruising at 35,000 feet, and a maximum cruise speed near 312 knots. The 200CT’s spacious cabin, typically arranged for up to nine passengers, offers a low interior noise level and optional executive configurations. Its short‑field performance, robust landing gear, and high sortie rate have made it a workhorse for missions ranging from regional transport to surveillance.
In aviation history, the Super King Air 200CT represents the successful transition of a classic design into the digital age, demonstrating how incremental technological enhancements can extend the service life of an iconic platform for decades.
Key features include two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A‑41 engines delivering 850 shaft horsepower each, a pressurized cabin capable of cruising at 35,000 feet, and a maximum cruise speed near 312 knots. The 200CT’s spacious cabin, typically arranged for up to nine passengers, offers a low interior noise level and optional executive configurations. Its short‑field performance, robust landing gear, and high sortie rate have made it a workhorse for missions ranging from regional transport to surveillance.
In aviation history, the Super King Air 200CT represents the successful transition of a classic design into the digital age, demonstrating how incremental technological enhancements can extend the service life of an iconic platform for decades.
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- Beechcraft
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- Beechcraft
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- Q15618495