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EN ROUTEAvionicsPro Line Fusion for the King Air brings one of the most trusted avionics architectures to the first full touchscreen flight display system. The new avionics system changes how operators aviate, navigate and communicate through a one-of-a-kind intuitive flight deck interface. Its three 14- inch displays are interchangeable, offering high-resolution with touch screen and cursor control. Other performance- enhancing capabilities include:Williams International ReceivesFAA Certification of its new FJ33-5A TurbofanWilliams International announced on June 6, 2016 that it was awarded the FAA Part 33 type certificate for its new FJ33-5A engine. State-of-the-art aerodynamics and structural enhancements, similar to those already developed and certificated on FJ44-3AP and FJ44-4A models, were implemented into the FJ33 frame size to give the new FJ33-5A more than 2,000 pounds of thrust, market-leading fuel economy, and thrust-to-weight ratio greater than 6:1. The FJ33-5A also incorporates additional sensor suite redundancy and proprietary software revisions to satisfy the unique needs of the single-engine jet market. The FJ33-5A has been chosen to power the Cirrus Vision and the Flaris LAR1.“I want to thank the FAA for their strong support in achieving this milestone,” said Gregg Williams, Chairman, President & CEO of Williams International. “I am also very proud of our team for developing an engine that is making jet travel more affordable.”The FJ33-5A joins a comprehensive product line of FJ33 and FJ44 engines that covers the thrust spectrum from 1,000 to 3,800 pounds thrust. All have rugged and efficient wide-sweep fans, health-monitoring FADEC controls, and low-emissions combustor technology.While Williams engines are already recognized for their ruggedness and reliability, the FJ33-5A engine incorporates durability improvements gleaned from over 10 million hours of operation on the 5,000 FJ44 engines in service. Williams International’s world-class product support network has been favored by owners and operators over the past 18 years, due largely to Williams’ comprehensive Total Assurance Program (TAP Blue) that provides more value at lower cost than any competing engine maintenance program.In the past, the cost to repair engine damage caused by hail or birds or lightning or man-made objects accidentally ingested has been borne by the owner or the owner’s insurance company; now these costs are covered under the TAP Blue engine maintenance program. And while the cost to incorporate mandatory service bulletins has always been covered by TAP, now even optional bulletins are covered under TAP Blue.For more information about Williams International, its products, and support, please visit www.williams­int.com.   Integrated touchscreen checklistsIntuitive graphical touchscreen flight planningHigh-resolution Synthetic Vision System with patented airport dome graphicsConvenient presets to reconfigure all three displays with a single touchDual multi-sensor flight management systemsAvailable automatic wireless database and chart uploadsOpen and scalable architecture for future upgrades and mandatesPilot training for the Pro Line Fusion King Airs is offered at TRU Simulation + Training’s new ProFlight training center near Tampa, Florida. Additionally, TRU offers aircraft maintenance training for the new models in its newly-renovated Wichita, Kansas facility.Cabin upgradesIn addition to the new Pro Line Fusion avionics, the cabin now offers an enhanced passenger experience. With Wi-Fi capability available on all King Air models, the personal device-centric cabin environment allows customers to stay connected and productive throughout their flight experience. Also standard on all three models are electronically dimmable window shades, offering a simple interface that provides clearer views and darker shading at the touch of a button.Segment leadershipMore than 7,300 Beechcraft King Air turboprops have been delivered to customers around the world since 1964, making it the best-selling business turboprop family in the world. The worldwide fleet has surpassed 60 million flight hours in its first 52 years, serving roles in all branches of the U.S. military, and flying commercial missions ranging from traditional passenger and cargo transport to electronic and imagery surveillance, air ambulance, airway calibration, photographic mapping, training and weather modification.For more information visit: www.textron.com.26 • TWIN & TURBINEAUGUST 2016