Flight Inspection

High performance for precise missions

Mission Overview

Textron Aviation stands ready to provide the ideal flight inspection and flight calibration operating aircraft for your mission. Whether you require the extended range of border-to-border flight calibration, the payload capacity for extensive onboard test equipment or a dual flight inspection and executive transportation configuration – we can outfit our aircraft to the needs of your flight inspection mission.

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Flight Inspection Ready Aircraft

 

  • King Air 260
  • King Air 360ER
  • Citation Ascend
  • Citation Latitude
  • Citation Longitude
  • King Air 260

    The King Air® turboprop family is operated by flight inspection organizations all over the world. The Beechcraft® King Air® 260 turboprop can operate out of unimproved runways giving you access to more airports, while maintaining the solid handling characteristics it is known for. Install any major Flight Inspection System (FIS) and your King Air® 260 aircraft becomes the precise tool you need for repeatable accuracy.

    • Climate controlled cabin.
    • Seating options available for maximum comfort and mission effectiveness.
    • Proven King Air® turboprop dependability.
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 310 ktas (574 km/h)
    Maximum Range 1,720 nm (3,185 km)
    Takeoff Distance 2,111 ft (643 m)
    Landing Distance 2,845 ft (867 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 2,437 fpm (743 mpm)

    King Air 360ER

    The stability and range of the Beechcraft® King Air® 360ER turboprop make it a preferred flight inspection aircraft, worldwide.  Long flight calibration trips are performed comfortably and with accuracy meeting ICAO, FAA and country-specific standards.  With the capacity for any major FIS, we can tailor the mission suite to your needs.  Fly with confidence in the King Air® 360ER aircraft.

    • High accuracy and repeatability.
    • Payload for advanced FIS.
    • Private aft lavatory.
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 303 ktas (561 km/h)
    Maximum Range 2,690 nm (4,982 km)
    Takeoff Field Length 4,057 ft (1,237 m)
    Landing Distance 2,981 ft (909 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 2,400 fpm (732 mpm)
  • Citation Ascend

    The Cessna Citation® Ascend™ jet is the ideal aircraft for flight inspection operations. Choose from a range of existing system manufacturers for seat track mounted consoles, dedicated antennas, data link and displays. The Citation® Ascend™ aircraft combines the convenience and comfort of business jet travel with state-of-the-art flight inspection systems to ensure the best approach.

    • Garmin® G5000® avionics allows for integration of flight inspection software.
    • The system includes a dedicated FIS Radio.
    • Multiple system options.
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    Citation Latitude

    The Citation Latitude® jet offers great range without the need to refuel so you can test multiple navigational systems and approaches during one flight. With special production modifications to accommodate flight inspection equipment this aircraft will be ideal for your mission's needs.

    • Designed for a variety of flight inspection consoles.
    • Garmin® G5000® avionics allows for integration of flight inspection software.
    • Midsize cabin provides ample room for seating with flight inspection equipment installed.
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    Citation Longitude

    For those customers looking to accomplish unrefueled flight inspection missions, the Citation Longitude® aircraft provides a range of over 3,000 nm with 4 passengers and 300 lbs of flight inspection equipment. Its flat floor and six-foot cabin design allows operators to have plenty of space for a flight inspection console while still maintaining room for additional passengers. The aircraft even offers an optional flight deck observer seat that stows in the forward left-hand closet for those who want to monitor the aircraft systems during the mission.

    • Designed for a variety of flight inspection consoles.
    • Garmin® G5000® avionics allows for integration of flight inspection software.
    • Ability to integrate radio communication systems throughout the cabin.
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