Approximately 28 missing 900xp serial numbers and 26 missing 750 serial numbers. Regional sales manager 1983 to 2011 tampa, florida. Hawker beechcraft has also asked the bankruptcy court to free the company of its obligation to complete an upgrade and enhancement program on the hawker 4000. See who you know at beechcraft, leverage your professional network, and get hired.
Hawker beechcraft files for chapter 11 bankruptcy wsj. Get detailed information about michael mccracken, including previous known addresses, phone numbers, jobs, schools, or run a comprehensive background check anonymously. Mike mccracken, unknown trc master fund llc, unknown grapevine colleyville isd, unknown melissa sesay, amid sesay, bhavna rohera and carmen. The beechcraft c12 huron is the military designation for a series of twinengine turboprop aircraft based on the beechcraft super king air and beechcraft 1900. Oct 23, 2012 while the number of inservice premiers would underpin a business case for aftermarket support, the hawker 4000 might not, according to mike mccracken, a former hbc employee and now president of. Hawkeye aircraft acquisitions is there to help you understand the risks and the potential values. March 19, 2010 hawker beechcraft corporation hbc today announced the recent appointment of mike ellis as vice president, preowned aircraft. Hawker beech, flying solo now, ponders shedding jets. Please sign on below to access your account, these fields are case sensitive. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected.
How does being out of production affect hawker jet aircraft. Retired from hawker beechcraft company, wichita, ks, leader in global aviation, manufacturer of the a36 bonanza single engine, baron twin engine, c90 turboprop, premier i light jet. All xtra upgrade work is performed at hawker beechcraft owned authorized service centers. Parties, docket activity and news coverage of federal case hawker beechcraft, inc. Certain areas of the site require you to have an account. Oct 19, 2012 hawker beech, flying solo now, ponders shedding jets. Hawker beechcraft corporation is a leading business, specialmission and trainer aircraft manufacturer, designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and. Based upon the twin bonanza, with which it shared key components such as wings, engines, and tail surfaces, but featuring a larger fuselage, it served as the basis for the highly successful king air series of turboprop aircraft. C12 variants are used by the united states air force, united states army, united states navy and united states marine corps. Out of production beechcraft premier 1 and premier 1a used. Vhbmw hawker beechcraft 850xp private mike forsberg. In this role, ellis is responsible for the companys preowned aircraft sales, reporting to shawn vick, executive vice president.
Hawker beechcraft names mike ellis vice president of pre. Where did the hawker 900xp and 750 missing serial numbers go. Debtladen aircraft maker hawker beechcraft inc said it will go it alone after plans to sell itself to a chinese firm fell through, but likely will get. The projected 2001 entry into service didnt happen. Model 400a upgraded model, initially produced as the beechcraft beechjet 400a, then raytheon beechjet 400a, then raytheon hawker 400xp, then hawker beechcraft hawker 400xp. Textron aviation marks successful wing and fuselage mate of the first cessna skycourier aircraft. Mike mccracken, president of hawkeye aircraft, agreed that the aircraft s lowprice might be enough to attract an entrepreneurialtype guy, in spite of the risks. Oct 24, 2012 mike mccracken, a former hawker employee and now president of hawkeye aircraft acquisitions, told aviation international news that with such a small installed base, it will be hard to find another. Doing some research recently i found an anomaly that i did not even realize when i worked at hawker beechcraft. Sales for beechcraft and hawker selling the full line of aircraft with the last 15. The interior, typically configured for 8, features standup headroom and a full refreshment centre.
The hearing date for the companys request for court approval of the sale is now set for december 11, following a decision last week by judge stuart bernstein to deny the. They do not need to worry about suddenly getting hit with a large workshop bill. Mike mccracken business profile president at hawkeye aircraft acquisitions llc. Hawkeye aircraft acquisitions is a boutique aviation consulting. Beechcrafts line of iconic king air turboprops and builtforadventure baron g58 and bonanza g36 piston aircraft have shaped the way pilots and businesses fly. The beechcraft bonanza is an american general aviation aircraft introduced in 1947 by beech aircraft corporation of wichita, kansas. He was an integral part of our flight department renaissance by assisting us with six aircraft transactions in just over. The wholly conventional roundengine ragandtube taildragger was firmly rooted in the. The model 200 and model 300 series were originally marketed as the super king air family. Mike mccracken, a former hbc employee and now president of hawkeye aircraft acquisitions, has kept a close eye on the situation at hbc and the market for the companys aircraft. All citation, caravan, beechcraft, and hawker products. Hawkeye aircraft acquisitions market discussions 2012. View mike mccrackens profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional. Hawker beechcraft readies bankruptcy filing reuters.
Hawker beechcraft limited co serco defense and aerospace p. During his years in aircraft sales, mike was recognized numerous times for his consistent success including beechcraft chairman s award, beechcraft olive ann beech award for king airs, and hawker legion of honor for highest total units. Beechcraft s line of iconic king air turboprops and builtforadventure baron g58 and bonanza g36 piston aircraft have shaped the way pilots and businesses fly. Mike mccracken president hawkeye aircraft acquisitions llc. Join facebook to connect with mike mccracken and others you may know.
A major hurdle facing hawker beechcraft in its effort to restructure and emerge from chapter 11 bankruptcy is the sale of the wichita oems inventory of hawker 4000s. Hawker beechcraft corporation hbc was an american aerospace manufacturing company that built the beechcraft and hawker business jet lines of aircraft between 2006 and 20. Aircraft comparative analysis hawker beechcraft 800xp. Aircraft performance, airbus helicopters, bell helicopters, hawker beechcraft. May 2, 2011 hawker beechcraft corporation hbc today announced the appointment of mike turner as senior product marketing manager, global customer support. Textron aviation adds three companyowned service centers in apac with premiair aviation acquisition. Hawker beechcraft hawker 400xp book a private jet flight. The court has also allowed hbc to discontinue warranty and support programs for the hawker 4000 and beechcraft premier iia. Developed from the hawker 850xp model, the midsize beechcraft hawker 900xp uses honeywell tfe73150br engines that give it a range of up to 2,930nm. Hawker beechcraft to reshape business after chinese sale fails. This pistonengine powerhouse can carry four passengers 750 miles and has a maximum cruise speed of more than 200 miles per hour. Hawker beechcraft names mike turner senior product marketing manager of global customer support. Leading brokers say jet maintenance programmes add value.
Book a private flight with magellan jets, whether you are planning a business trip or a quick leisure getaway, and enjoy ondemand private charter flights with bestinclass service. Beechcraft is a brand of textron aviation since 2014. Mike was one of my bosses for 12 years at hawker beechcraft, tampa, fl. Peekyous people search has 894 people named mike mccracken and you can find info, photos, links, family members and more. Textron aviation manufacturer of beechcraft and cessna. Hawker beechcraft ceo on at6 disqualification youtube. The calculator is designed to be very user friendly, says mccracken, who sold aircraft for hawker beechcraft for 28 years before establishing hawkeye aircraft acquisitions.
The aircrafts carbon composite construction gives it more interior space than many jets in its class. Blr aerospace aircraft performance, airbus helicopters, bell. The beechcraft queen air is a twinengined light aircraft produced by beechcraft in several versions from 1960 to 1978. Out of production beechcraft premier hawker beechcraft has received court approval to exit bankruptcy as a standalone company producing only prop aircraft as beechcraft corp. Hawker beechcraft plans to introduce more upgrade options for the xtra as they become available, and hints that an antiicing or deicing system may be next on the menu. Hawkeye aircraft acquisitions is a boutique aircraft acquisition consultant that helps companies and individuals interested in buying a jet or private aircraft solution for their travel needs. The hawker 4000 can be outfitted to seat ten people. Here was a compositefuselage light jet that could be flown singlepilot at speeds up to 450 knots with a nearstandup cabin with room for six to seven passengers and a range of nearly 1,500 nautical miles, depending on load. They form the king air line together with the king air model 90 and 100 series beechcraft currently offers the 250 design. Extended range specialmission beechcraft king air 350er certified dubai, u.
Hawker beechcraft corporation hbc was an american aerospace manufacturing company that built the beechcraft and hawker business jet lines of aircraft. This composite construction also makes the aircraft lighter than a standard aluminum structure, allowing a maximum range of 3,445 nautical miles, and a service ceiling of. In 2006, hawker beechcraft hbc introduced the premier ia to nearuniversal acclaim. The sixseater, singleengined aircraft is still being produced by beechcraft and has been in continuous production longer than any other aircraft in history. The hawker 400xp light jet delivers the perfect combination of chic class and functionality. The calculator is designed to be very user friendly, says mccracken, who sold aircraft for hawkerbeechcraft for 28 years before establishing hawkeye aircraft acquisitions. Pbgc statement on the bankruptcy of hawker beechcraft, inc.
The history of hawker beechcraft originated in 1994 when raytheon merged its beech aircraft. Hawker beechcraft plan overview pension benefit guaranty. Jan 05, 2012 hawker beechcraft ceo bill boisture on the lars larson show explains why hb was unfairly disqualified from a pentagon air force contract. Beechcraft bonanza the bonanza is the aspiration of any pilot who desires unmatched craftsmanship. The company headquarters was in wichita, kansas, united states, with maintenance and manufacturing locations worldwide. It operated under the name hawker beechcraft corporation hbc. Lets work together to keep the pension plans going participants in pbgctrusteed plans can use pbgcs fast, free, and secure online service tool to apply for pension benefits, update contact information, adjust federal income tax withholding, and more.
But the companies that sell the programmes both aircraft and engine manufacturers and independents like jssi also claim that preowned aircraft that have been enrolled on programmes typically sell more quickly than. Mike mccracken president at hawkeye aircraft acquisitions llc. Hawker beechcraft has received court approval to exit bankruptcy as a standalone company producing only prop aircraft as beechcraft corp. The british aerospace 125 is a twinjet midsize business jet. For instance, here is a hawker beechcraft jet, the 900xp, awaiting a tour by the next group of prospective chinese purchasers at the hong. Having worked for hawker beechcraft for over 28 years and 26 years as a salesman i dont have all the answers, however i can help you better understand the riskreward. Slim whiteman hawker beechcraft corporation co tag farnborough engineering farnborough airport. Suzanne opalinsky consultant self employed linkedin. Dec 19, 2012 hawker beechcraft has received court approval to exit bankruptcy as a standalone company producing only prop aircraft as beechcraft corp. Modification manager at hawker beechcraft servicestampa saint petersburg, florida 51 connections. Hawker beechcraft 900xp were produced from 2008 to 2012.
A history walter beechs first airplane wasnt a beechcraft at all but a travel air. Originally, it was a brand of beech aircraft corporation, an american manufacturer of general aviation, commercial, and military aircraft, ranging from light singleengined aircraft to twinengined turboprop transports, business jets, and military trainers. Hawker 4000 at risk of being an orphaned airplane business. Beechcraft model 400 beechjet the diamond ii built after beechcraft bought the mu300 production rights from mitsubishi. We specialize in assisting our clients in analyzing the best aircrafttravel option for their specific needs, and then assist them through the buying process to ensure they receive.
Court to rule on sale of hawker 4000 jets business. Blogger by mike mccracken may 9, 2012 leave a comment. Hawker beechcraft january 1996 november 2011 15 years 11 months great lakes regional sales representative for hawker beechcraft, representing the hawker line of jet aircraft. Developed from the premier ia, the new aircraft would feature higher cruise speeds, a 20% longer range with four passengers, and increased payload. If no bids are forthcoming, hawker beechcraft is mulling shutting down production of its business jet lines. In his position, turner is responsible for all elements of customer. Hawker beechcraft inc, the aircraft manufacturer owned by goldman sachs group incs private equity arm and onex corp, is preparing to file.
Cabin adaptations were made to maximize the interior space advantages of the composite, carbon fiberepoxy honeycomb fuselage. As cirrus goes, so goes hawker beechcraft the atlantic. Hawker beechcraft names mike turner senior product. Whats the real cost of flying on an airliner instead of a. Instead, the horizonrenamed the hawker 4000had its first deliveries in late 2008. Engine and airframe programmes allow owners to predict maintenance costs with certainty.
In light of the financial situation at hawker beechcraft i often get asked what is the real value of the hawker jet products and what will their price be moving forward. Were all in this together to create a welcoming environment. The beechcraft super king air family is part of a line of twinturboprop aircraft produced by beechcraft. The court has also allowed hbc to discontinue warranty and support programs for the hawker 4000 and beechcraft. Certified for single pilot ops, the beechcraft premier ia light jet is a refined version of the original premier i.
Today the company is known as hawker beechcraft corporation. Blogger by mike mccracken december 19, 2012 leave a comment. Department of labor, as a result of an investigation by the departments wage and hour division, which found the wichita company interfered with employees rights under the family and medical leave act. Mike mccracken president hawkeye aircraft acquisitions. Aircraft maker hawker beechcraft ended talks to sell itself to chinas. On 19 may 2008, hawker beechcraft announced the launch of the premier ii. While the number of inservice premiers would underpin a business case for aftermarket support, the hawker 4000 might not, according to mike mccracken, a. Global customer support overview support for your aircraft no matter where you are in the world with more than 100 authorized service centers including companyowned hawker beechcraft services, more than 1,000 service and support personnel, a worldwide parts distribution system secondtonone, around the clock technical support and an extensive field support staff, hawker beechcraft global. Mike mccracken, a former hawker employee and now president of hawkeye aircraft acquisitions, told aviation international news that with such a. Out of production beechcraft premier 1 and premier.
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