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Raisbeck And CiES Expand Partnership: Beechcraft King Air To Digital Fuel Quantity Senders

STC targeted for Q4 2025 – First customer deliveries planned for Q2 2026

Raisbeck Engineering and CiES Announce Modern Fuel Quantity System for Beechcraft King Air Fleet

SEATTLE, WA — Raisbeck Engineering, Inc. (“Raisbeck”) and CiES Inc. (“CiES”) today announced a new agreement to deliver a modern, highly reliable Fuel Quantity Indication System (FQIS) for Beechcraft King Air operators.

Building on the companies’ successful collaboration for the Cessna Caravan, the new King Air solution pairs CiES’s proven magneto-resistive sensing technology with Raisbeck’s industry leadership and customer support network. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval is targeted for Q4 2025, with first customer deliveries planned for Q2 2026.

Raisbeck Engineering + CiES Digital Fuel Quantity Senders

Finally! King Air Operators Can Get Accurate Fuel Quantity Readings.

The new FQIS will give pilots precise, stable fuel readings across the entire operating envelope while reducing nuisance faults and long-term maintenance burden.

“King Air operators expect mission-ready reliability, and this program delivers exactly that,” said Gregory Davis, President of Raisbeck Engineering. “CiES’s sensing technology and our customer-care capabilities are a powerful combination. We’ve developed a trust-based partnership that leverages both teams’ strengths and that translates directly into quality, speed, and support for our customers.”

“Raisbeck understands product development, integration, and the King Air market like few others,” added Scott Philiben, President of CiES. “Pairing our magneto-resistive fuel sensing, now widely adopted across OEM and retrofit applications, with Raisbeck’s support culture ensures King Air operators receive a best-in-class solution backed by a team that will stand behind it.”

“This is the upgrade our customers have been asking for,” said Nick Lyle, Vice President of Sales at Raisbeck.

“There is real pent-up demand in the King Air community for a modern, dependable fuel quantity system. We’re excited to bring this to market and begin shipping kits as soon as certification is complete.”

Program Highlights

  • Targeted Certification: STC approval expected Q4 2025
  • Availability: First deliveries planned Q2 2026, starting with the King Air 200
  • Scope: Complete replacement of legacy King Air FQIS components using modern CiES magneto-resistive sensing
  • Benefits: Improved accuracy and stability, reduced maintenance requirements, and enhanced pilot confidence in fuel indication

About Raisbeck Engineering

Raisbeck Engineering is a global leader in performance systems and upgrades for business aircraft, delivering engineered solutions that improve capability, efficiency, and reliability for operators worldwide. Learn more at raisbeck.com. Background information on the companies’ previous Caravan collaboration is available upon request.

About CiES Inc.

CiES is the aviation market leader in magneto-resistive fuel quantity sensing technology, providing precise, reliable fuel indication solutions across both OEM and retrofit applications. Learn more at ciescorp.net.

Shawna J. Livingston – 2025 NBAA Top 40 Under 40

2025 NBAA Business Aviation Top 40 Under 40 Nominee

NBAA 40 under 40 - Shawna Livingston - Vice President Of Operations

Congratulations to Shawna Livingston: 2025 NBAA Top 40 Under 40 Honoree.

We are thrilled to celebrate our Vice President of Operations, Shawna J. Livingston, MBA, who has been selected as one of the 2025 National Business Aviation Association’s Top 40 Under 40. This prestigious recognition highlights the next generation of innovative thinkers who are leading our evolving industry into the future.

Shawna’s journey began more than 20 years ago when she discovered business aviation while working as an administrative assistant during college. A manager recognized her potential and encouraged her to pursue a purchasing assistant role, sparking a passion for aviation that launched an extraordinary career. She later earned her Executive MBA from the University of Washington Foster School of Business, which continues to shape her leadership approach today.

As Shawna noted in her announcement, “I’m especially grateful to the Raisbeck team. Your teamwork, hard work, and dedication to delivering quality to our customers are what make our operations successful every day.” Under her operational leadership, our team continues to push the boundaries of innovation in business aviation.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Shawna and all the dedicated teammates at Raisbeck Engineering who help us elevate the business of aviation every day.

Congratulations, Shawna, on this well-deserved recognition!

Meet the President of Raisbeck Engineering

Gregory Davis – Raisbeck Engineering as President

Gregory Davis’ aviation story starts the way many pilots dream skipping school to get in the cockpit. But that passion didn’t stop at the controls. Over the decades, Davis built a career as an aerospace engineer and leader, guiding multiple aviation companies to new levels of innovation and performance.

Now, as the new President of Raisbeck Engineering, Davis is applying his hands-on flying experience and technical expertise to shape the future of aircraft performance modifications.

In this interview, you’ll hear how his dual perspective pilot and engineer will influence the next generation of Raisbeck upgrades for the Beechcraft King Air and Cessna Caravan. From aerodynamic improvements to passenger comfort and operational efficiency, Davis shares his vision for delivering modifications that matter to operators.

To explore the right Raisbeck upgrades for your aircraft, contact us today.

Beechcraft & Raisbeck – Origin Story

Randy Groom Interview

Over his decades at Beechcraft, from his early career to serving as President, Randy Groom had a front-row seat to witness how King Air performance demands evolved and how Raisbeck Engineering rose to meet those changing needs.

What started as an emerging modification company has become so integral to King Air operations that Beechcraft now installs Raisbeck modifications as factory standard, a testament to how the industry recognized their value.

In this interview, Groom shares his unique perspective on watching both brands evolve together. He explains how operators’ increasing demands for enhanced performance, safety, and efficiency created the perfect environment for Raisbeck’s aerodynamic innovations to flourish.

For King Air operators, this evolution represents opportunity. Today’s Raisbeck modifications deliver improvements that were once just wished for: enhanced stability in challenging conditions, quieter cabins, improved safety features like better yaw damper inoperative performance, and measurable efficiency gains.

The changes aren’t just noticeable they’re mission-critical for operators who demand the best from their aircraft.

If you’re ready to see how the latest Raisbeck modifications can benefit your King Air, contact us today to discuss performance and safety upgrades that represent years of aerodynamic evolution.

Raisbeck Engineering Proudly Congratulates Shawna J. Livingston

2024 AWMI Member of the Year

VP Shawna Livingston - AWMI Member of the Year 2024

Raisbeck Engineering Inc. is thrilled to congratulate our Vice President of Operations, Shawna J. Livingston, on being named the Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI) 2024 Member of the Year. This prestigious recognition reflects Shawna’s exceptional leadership, dedication, and the positive impact she continues to make both within our organization and the broader manufacturing community.


Shawna’s commitment to excellence extends far beyond her role at Raisbeck Engineering. As AWMI’s International Mentoring Chair, she has demonstrated remarkable vision and leadership, transforming the organization’s mentoring program with innovative initiatives that have increased participation by an impressive 72%. Her decade-long dedication to AWMI, including previous roles as Western Regional Director, Western Regional Vice Chair, and Seattle Chapter President, showcases her unwavering commitment to advancing women in manufacturing.

At Raisbeck Engineering, we’ve witnessed firsthand Shawna’s ability to blend her creative background with operational excellence. With more than 20 years of manufacturing experience and her Executive MBA from the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business, she brings a unique perspective that drives strategic growth and inspires cross-functional teams throughout our organization.

“Shawna embodies the leadership qualities we value at Raisbeck Engineering,” said Nick Lyle, Director of Sales at Raisbeck Engineering.

Her dedication to mentoring others, driving operational excellence, and fostering growth aligns perfectly with our company values. We’re proud to have her as part of our team and equally proud to see her recognized on this prestigious platform.”

Her success with AWMI’s mentoring program demonstrates her natural ability to develop talent and create lasting impact—skills that benefit not only Raisbeck Engineering but the entire manufacturing industry.

We look forward to celebrating with Shawna when she receives her award at AWMI’s Annual Conference in Phoenix, November 5-7, 2025. Congratulations, Shawna, on this well-deserved recognition!

Raisbeck Engineering Introduces New STC for Dual Aft Body Strakes on Cessna Caravan 208B

Seattle, WA – 16 August 2023 – Raisbeck Engineering, a leading innovator in aircraft performance enhancements, is proud to announce the issuance of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA02741SE for the installation of dual aft body strakes on the Cessna Caravan 208B. This enhancement is designed to optimize the aircraft’s aerodynamics, further improving its overall performance and operational capabilities.

The Cessna Caravan 208B, a versatile workhorse in the field of regional and utility aviation, has already demonstrated its prowess in various mission profiles. With the introduction of Raisbeck Engineering’s new STC, the aircraft’s performance envelope is set to expand, benefiting operators across the globe.

“Our dual aft body strakes smooth the airflow from the cargo pod and forward fuselage, improving directional stability and pilot control. I like to say they make the tail follow the nose.  But that is not all, in addition to the improved lateral stability, our Dual Aft Body Strakes reduce drag, improving cruise performance. The last thing I should point out is that this STC allows operators to build our EPIC Caravan incrementally, adding the strakes first followed by the forward cargo pod fairing later,” said Hal Chrisman, President at Raisbeck Engineering.

The new dual aft body strakes for the Cessna Caravan 208B are available immediately, interested operators are encouraged to reach out to their Raisbeck representative for more information on installation procedures and pricing.

Raisbeck Engineering is a renowned leader in aircraft performance improvements. With a rich history of innovation, Raisbeck Engineering develops and certifies modifications for a wide range of aircraft, enhancing their capabilities, efficiency, and overall performance. For more information, please visit https://raisbeck.com.

Five-Year GSA Contract Expands Raisbeck’s Footprint in Government Arena

Raisbeck Engineering, a leading provider of performance enhancement systems for business, commercial and military aircraft, today announced that it has been awarded a General Service Administration Multiple Award Schedule contract (MAS). The contract, which took effect September 30, 2022, is valid for five years with three five-year option periods.

The GSA Schedule is significant in that it makes the company’s products accessible through a simplified buying process to state and federal government agencies, expanding the company’s footprint in the federal government marketplace. To qualify for GSA approval, the company went through a rigorous 18-month application process. Contractors selling through the GSA contract are carefully vetted beforehand and must have a proven track record within its industry. The GSA Multiple Award Schedule also provides a competitive advantage in the government sector since terms and conditions including pricing and warranties are previously agreed upon.

“We are very excited to receive a GSA Contract Award,” stated Raisbeck President Hal Chrisman. “Getting on the GSA schedule shows government buyers that Raisbeck Engineering and our products have been thoroughly vetted by the government. So, any state or federal agency can, with confidence and ease, purchase Raisbeck’s existing performance improvement modifications or engineering services to address new or emerging requirements.”

Founded in 1949, GSA manages more than one-fourth of the government’s total procurement dollars and continuously accounts for approximately $44 billion of Government spending. GSA provides a centralized delivery system of products with predetermined terms and conditions such as pricing, delivery times, and warranties and serves to leverage its buying power to obtain the best value for taxpayers.

Don Graves Joins Raisbeck as Chief Financial Officer

Raisbeck Engineering, a leading provider of performance enhancement systems for business, commercial and military aircraft, today announced the appointment of Don Graves as Chief Financial Officer.

Graves is a seasoned leader who brings over 25 years of finance, corporate strategy, accounting, and operational expertise at the executive and board level. He comes to Raisbeck from Korry Electronics, where he was a key business leader responsible for overseeing the company’s financial functions, including financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting, a role in which he positioned Korry for financial growth and efficiency. In addition, Graves supervised the company’s accounting and IT departments.

“Don is an excellent addition to our team and brings with him extensive financial, operational, and strategic experience with a proven track record of success,” said Hal Chrisman, President of Raisbeck. “This, combined with his experience in and financial knowledge of the Aviation Industry will be a huge asset as we move the company forward in advancing our strategic growth initiatives.”

In his new role, Graves will lead Raisbeck’s financial activities including, accounting, financial planning, and analysis, financial reporting, cost control, insurance, and internal audit. Additionally, he will oversee the company’s ERP implementation, and interface with parent company Acorn Growth Companies and its investors.

“I am excited to step into the CFO role at Raisbeck and assist the company as it continues to grow,” said Graves. “Raisbeck has a strong foundation with excellent growth opportunities, and I look forward to working with Hal and the rest of the team to help drive the Company into its next phase.”

Prior to joining Korry Electronics, Graves served as Director of Business Management at Blue Origin, where he was responsible for managing all financial planning and analysis, developing Strategic Plans, Forecasting, and Costing Models for the Business Units. He also served as VP Finance at Top Aces and CFO of the Advanced Composites and Engineered Materials Division at Zodiac Aerospace. Graves holds a master’s degree in business administration from Portland State University and a bachelor’s degree in business and administrative studies from Lewis & Clark College.

Intercontinental Jet Service Joins Raisbeck Dealer Network

Intercontinental Jet Service Corp. headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma

Seattle, Wash. – November 11, 2020 – Raisbeck Engineering Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of Intercontinental Jet Service Corp. (IJSC) to its global network of Authorized Dealers. With this appointment, IJSC brings its extensive range of MRO services and expertise to the Beechcraft King Air market for which Raisbeck offers time-proven performance, safety and comfort enhancement systems.

Intercontinental Jet Service is an FAA Part 145 repair facility based in Oklahoma at Tulsa International Airport (TUL) where it provides major inspections, heavy structural repairs, propeller overhauls and avionic upgrades for many aircraft makes and models including Mitsubishi, Cessna and Piaggio. IJSC is one of the largest Honeywell Authorized TPE331 Engine Major Service Centers and has been a factory owned and Authorized Mitsubishi Service Center since 2016.

“We’re excited to be working with the team at Intercontinental Jet Service and view this new partnership as a win-win situation,” said Hal Chrisman, President of Raisbeck Engineering. “Intercontinental Jet Service has the expertise and facilities necessary to provide the high-quality sales, installation and maintenance services we expect of our Authorized Dealers. In turn, Raisbeck is able to expand its presence in the markets IJSC already serves.”

Mark James, President of Intercontinental Jet Service, commented: “Becoming a Raisbeck Authorized Dealer enables us to meet the demands of discerning King Air operators looking to improve the efficiency of their aircraft. This agreement represents another significant step in our 30-plus year history of expanding our support of the turboprop market.”

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About Intercontinental Jet Service Corp.

A wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries of America, and holder of numerous FAA authorizations, IJSC currently offers over 56,000 square feet of hangar, back-shop and office space dedicated to turboprop and jet maintenance, avionics, and propeller overhauls and repairs. The company is airframe factory authorized by Mitsubishi MU-2, Cessna Caravan and Piaggio Avanti among others, and maintains representive agreements with Collins, Garmin, and Texas Turbine Conversions in addition to Raisbeck Engineering. Please visit www.ijetservice.com as well as their Facebook page.

About Raisbeck Engineering

Raisbeck Engineering, an Acorn Growth Aerospace and Defense company, is a leading provider of aircraft modifications for business, commercial and military aircraft. Dedicated to improving performance and efficiency for aircraft owners, Raisbeck’s aerodynamically-designed enhancements deliver better performance results and improve passenger comfort. For more information about Raisbeck Engineering and our products, please visit www.raisbeck.com. Stay connected with Raisbeck online through our Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn accounts.

Contact:  Michelle Lieuallen
michelle@raisbeck.com
(206) 723-2000

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