Based in Arizona, The Blackhawk Group has been chosen as the exclusive Americas STC distributor for the X-Range upgrade package on the Piper Meridian.
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Phoenix-based aircraft modification provider Blackhawk Group has been named as the exclusive distributor in North and South America for the engine/propeller replacement supplemental type certificate on the Piper Meridian turboprop single.
Developed by MT-Propeller, the “X-Range” upgrade replaces the factory-installed Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A engine with the lighter PT6A-135A and MT’s five-blade composite MTC-27 Quiet Fan Jet propeller. It also includes a new exhaust system along with improved airbox components, engine mounting hardware, and brackets for the engine power control interface.
Installed, the package boosts cruise speeds up to 258 ktas, improves fuel economy, and increases range up to 1,340 nm at 30,000 feet. The addition of a composite propeller reduces noise levels both within and outside the aircraft.
“Blackhawk Group was the obvious choice for this program in the Americas,” said MT v-p Martin Albrecht. “Their deep experience with PT6A upgrades, reputation for excellence, and strong support network across North and South America made them the ideal partner to deliver this exciting upgrade to Piper Meridian owners.”
Blackhawk also reached a milestone with the delivery of its 2,000th PT6A engine from Pratt & Whitney Canada since Blackhawk’s founding 25 years ago.
“This milestone is more than a number; it’s a reflection of the trust our customers place in us, and the strength of our collaboration with Pratt & Whitney Canada,” said The Blackhawk Group CEO Chad Cundiff. “The 2000th PT6A engine delivery is proof that when you pair the right technology with the right team, performance has no limits.”
Blackhawk Group Tapped for Piper Meridian Engine Mod
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Phoenix-based aircraft modification provider Blackhawk Group has been named as the exclusive distributor in North and South America for the engine/propeller replacement supplemental type certificate on the Piper Meridian turboprop single.
Developed by MT-Propeller, the “X-Range” upgrade replaces the factory-installed Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A engine with the lighter PT6A-135A and and MT’s five-blade composite MTC-27 Quiet Fan Jet propelle. It also includes a new exhaust system along with improved airbox components, engine mounting hardware, and brackets for the engine power control interface.
Installed, the package boosts cruise speeds up to 258 ktas, improves fuel economy, and increases range up to 1,340 nm at 30,000 feet. The addition of a composite propeller reduces noise levels both within and outside the aircraft.
“Blackhawk Group was the obvious choice for this program in the Americas,” said MT v-p Martin Albrecht. “Their deep experience with PT6A upgrades, reputation for excellence, and strong support network across North and South America made them the ideal partner to deliver this exciting upgrade to Piper Meridian owners.”
Blackhawk also reached a milestone with the delivery of its 2,000th PT6A engine from Pratt & Whitney Canada since Blackhawk’s founding 25 years ago.