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EN ROUTEHawker 400XPR achieves FAA certification; first full upgraded 400XPR inductedBeechcraft Corporation, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation, Inc., announced on September 15, 2016 that it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification on all 400XPR program elements. All components of the exclusive factory-approved, engineered and supported upgrade package are available for installation on Beechjet 400A/Hawker 400XP aircraft at Textron Aviation service centers worldwide. The first full Hawker 400XPR factory-completed aircraft is expected to be delivered later this year.“We offer the best – and the only factory-approved – upgrade solution for Beechjet 400A/Hawker 400XP owners, significantly improving their aircraft’s performance, operating cost and resale value,” said Brad Thress, senior vice president, Customer Service. “Our customers have been extremely impressed with the aircraft’s outstanding performance and we are eager to provide our 400A/400XP owners and operators with the confidence that comes only from an upgrade engineered and supported by the original manufacturer.”The 400XPR program is fully customizable, can be performed in stages or in unison and can be completed in as little as 12 weeks. The full Hawker 400XPR package includesGenuine Hawker Winglets and new Williams International FJ44- 4A-32 engines, a combination that offers a 33 percent increase in range along with improvements in runway and hot/high performance. The Hawker 400XPR has a range of 1,970 nautical miles with four passengers departing a 5,000- foot elevation airport at 30°C. The Williams International FJ44- 4A-32 engines enable the Hawker400XPR to climb directly to FL450 in only 19 minutes at max takeoff weight.In addition to winglets and new engines, the 400XPR offers customers the option of retaining their aircraft’s existing Rockwell Collins Pro Line 4 avionics or upgrading with Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics. Customers can also choose between multiple exterior repaint and interior refurbishment options, along with a customized, factory certified re-conditioning that includes Textron Aviation’s industry leading ProParts coverage and a five year Williams International engine warranty.For more information on the XP•R upgrade program, visit http://txtav.com/en/service/ 400xpr. T&THillaero Modification CenterSixth Page B/W Advionics R.c.AEXCEEDING THE STANDARDSA Smarter Way To FlyAircraft Repair & InstallationR C AvionicsADS-B Upgrade Specialists Steam Gauge - Glass ExpertSixth PageSimulator Training AvailableVisit the URL below and with a free prize.B/W Ad35 Years Experience Trustworthy & Competent Mail-In Repairs Available763.398.3920 rcavionics.com/ttNOVEMBER 2016TWIN & TURBINE • 29