ANAC Approval Paves Way For King Air 260; 360 Deliveries In Brazil The latest generation of King Air turbo prop from Textron Aviation now has another delivery market opened up thanks to National Civil Aviation Authority of Brazil (ANAC) approval of the King Air 260 and 360. Deliveries should be able to commence this quarter now the certification and approval work is done. "The Beechcraft King Air´s operational versatility is its key selling point in Brazil and around the globe," said Marcelo Moreira, vice president of Sales, Latin America. "The King Air is a high-performance turboprop that can operate in almost any environment, from large metropolitan airports to short unprepared strips, which is why the aircraft is so popular in this region of the world."
Brazil is a fairly popular area for King Air turboprops given the terrain in some regions of the country. With nearly 500 King Air turboprops operating throughout the country, Brazil has the second-largest active fleet of King Airs outside of the United States. The aircraft is a popular choice by owners in large metropolitan areas to connect them with remote farms or factories in the interior of the country, as well as reaching vacation getaways or international locations. Moreira continued, "the Beechcraft reputation for quality and robustness, along with the combination of efficiency and advanced technology in the cockpit and cabin, ensure the latest King Air models meet nearly all of the needs of an owner with one aircraft." For more information: Cessna Aircraft Company 1 Cessna Blvd. Wichita, KS 67215 www.cessna.com ***
