Blackhawk Gains Caravan Performance Upgrade STC

Pia Bergqvist

Thursday, June 20, 2013 at 09:09 PM ET

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Blackhawk Modifications received FAA approval for its XP42A STC upgrade for the Cessna 208A Caravan, significantly improving its performance.
The XP42A upgrade offers substantial enhancements such as up to 40% reduced takeoff distances, 50-60% increased climb rates, and a 25-knot boost in cruise speed.
Due to strong growth, especially in international markets, Blackhawk is restructuring its sales organization into domestic and international divisions.
Edwin Black will head domestic sales, while Bobby Patton will oversee international sales for Blackhawk's global distributor network.

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Blackhawk Modifications this week got the nod from the FAA for its STC upgrade for the Cessna 208A Caravan, which we reported on recently.

“We are very excited to now be able to offer the XP42A upgrade package to the entire Caravan fleet,” said Jim Allmon, President and CEO of Blackhawk Modifications. “The upgrade significantly expands Caravan performance margins — reduced takeoff distances by up to 40 percent at higher weights, a 50 to 60 percent increase in the rate of climb and up to 25 knot increase in cruise speeds.”