Commuter Air Technology (CAT) will unveil several new Raytheon King Air enhancements at the NBAA Convention.

These improvements include an all-composite cargo pod, high flotation tires, a low-oil warning system, an exhaust gas extractor and a new, high-density lightweight seat.

DynaComp Corp of Richmond, British Columbia, has agreed to provide CAT with a new, all-composite cargo pod for King Airs, offering greater strength with reduced weight and fewer parts. CAT will, however, continue to make its U.S.-made cargo pod available to customers.

Wilderness High Flotation tires are said to provide "high flotation gear" performance--softer landings and a smoother ride during taxi--at a much lower cost than "high float" gear.

CAT's Low Oil Warning System will provide pilots with information that could prevent a catastrophic engine failure, while its Exhaust Gas Extractor -- unveiled at last year's NBAA convention in Las Vegas -- is now being developed for King Air 90s and 100s.

The company recently completed designing a new high-density lightweight seat, to be produced by Neill Aircraft of Long Beach, California. This seat will also be marketed to the regional and business aircraft community, the company says.

Reduced prices will be offered to customers who buy the new products at the NBAA show this week.

Phoenix-based CAT has delivered more than 100 "CATPASS" King Air modifications since 1986, and this summer established its own FAR Part 135 operation in Show Low, AZ.

The CATPASS King Air is a modified B200 equipped with cargo pod and other enhancements designed to maximize its efficiency in the high-cycle, short-haul regional market.