APS launches King Air upset prevention training

Aviation Performance Solutions has introduced a King Air Family UPRT program aimed at military, government and commercial operators flying the Beechcraft King Air. The aircraft-specific course is designed to reduce loss-of-control-in-flight risk and starts at $4,795.

Why it matters: - The Beechcraft King Air is used in military transport, ISR, air ambulance, public safety, corporate aviation, cargo and regional missions. - Those mixed missions expose pilots to varied operating environments where upset prevention and recovery skills can affect safety. - APS is targeting Loss of Control In-flight, a leading aviation fatality risk, with aircraft-specific training for one of the industry’s most widely used multi-mission aircraft families.

What happened: - Aviation Performance Solutions LLC announced the launch of its King Air Family UPRT Program on July 30, 2026, in Mesa, Arizona. - The program provides aircraft-specific upset prevention and recovery training for King Air operators. - Comprehensive programs begin at $4,795.

The details: - The training is aimed at military, government and commercial operators. - APS said the program helps pilots strengthen Loss of Control In-flight mitigation across King Air operations. - Paul “BJ” Ransbury, APS CEO, said the program gives pilots a focused opportunity to refresh and reinforce manual flying skills when flight hours or operational demands limit proficiency. - Ransbury said the training also strengthens upset prevention and recovery competencies within the King Air mission environment and builds skills that transfer across fixed-wing aircraft. - The program supports government and military missions such as low-altitude operations, surveillance, transport, training and border security. - Commercial use cases include passenger transport, medical evacuation, cargo and executive travel. - APS said the course helps pilots improve upset recognition, prevention and recovery while reinforcing aeronautical decision-making under surprise, startle and time pressure. - The program uses a progressive training structure that combines academics, simulation and on-aircraft experience. - APS says the course draws on more than 25 years of UPRT experience with military organizations, government agencies, airlines, corporate flight departments and professional pilots worldwide. - More information is available here.

Between the lines: - APS is positioning the King Air course as mission-specific training rather than generic upset recovery instruction. - The launch also reflects a broader emphasis on keeping manual flying and recovery skills sharp even when operational tempo limits hands-on practice. - The company is extending its UPRT brand into a fleet with broad civilian and government use, which could widen its addressable market.

What's next: - APS said the King Air Family UPRT Program is now available for operators seeking aircraft-specific training. - The company will likely use the new course to deepen its presence in military, government and commercial aviation training markets.

The bottom line: - APS is betting that tailored upset prevention training for the King Air can help operators reduce LOC-I risk in demanding real-world missions.