2-1576 - Rapco Fleet Support FAA-PMA OH King Air 200/300/350 Non Asbestos Brake Assembly With Adjusters

2-1576 – Rapco Fleet Support FAA-PMA OH King Air 200/300/350 Non-Asbestos Brake Assembly With Adjusters

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Overview

The Rapco Fleet Support (RFS) 2-1576 is an FAA-PMA approved, overhauled main landing gear brake assembly, engineered as a direct replacement for the original B.F. Goodrich / Cleveland equipment on the Beechcraft King Air 200, 300, and 350 series of aircraft. This is a complete, high-performance, multi-piston brake assembly that has been overhauled to the most stringent industry standards. It features Rapco's advanced, non-asbestos metallic brake linings and integrated automatic adjusters, providing exceptional stopping power, enhanced safety, and superior durability for high-utilization corporate and special mission aircraft.

Key Features

• High-Performance Non-Asbestos Linings: Equipped with Rapco's proprietary, long-lasting metallic brake linings. This advanced friction material is asbestos-free and is engineered to provide consistent stopping performance and excellent fade resistance at the high temperatures generated during the landing of a heavy turboprop.

• Integrated Automatic Adjusters: Features an automatic adjustment mechanism. This system is critical for maintaining a constant, precise clearance between the brake linings and the disc as the linings wear down. This ensures a consistent brake pedal feel and response for the pilot throughout the life of the pads.

• Multi-Piston Hydraulic Actuation: A robust caliper housing contains multiple hydraulic pistons. This design provides powerful and exceptionally uniform clamping force across the brake linings, ensuring even wear, stable deceleration, and maximum braking torque from the aircraft's hydraulic system.

• Overhauled to OEM-or-Better Standards: Each assembly is meticulously disassembled, cleaned, and inspected using non-destructive testing (NDT) methods. All wear items, such as seals, O-rings, and linings, are replaced with new Rapco PMA parts. The unit is then reassembled, pressure tested, and certified to meet or exceed the performance of the original OEM assembly.

• Direct PMA Replacement: A certified FAA-PMA direct replacement, guaranteeing perfect form, fit, and function. It provides a reliable, airworthy, and cost-effective solution for replacing a time-expired or unserviceable brake core.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 2-1576

• Component Type: Overhauled (OH) Multi-Piston Brake Assembly

  
  

  
  

• Lining Material: Non-Asbestos Metallic

• Key Feature: Automatic Adjusters

• Primary Function: Main Landing Gear Braking

• OEM Replacement for: B.F. Goodrich / Cleveland P/N 2-1576

• Certification: FAA-PMA

Aircraft Compatibility

The RFS 2-1576 is the specified PMA replacement brake assembly for the entire modern Beechcraft King Air family. It is imperative to consult the specific aircraft's Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) for final verification.

• Primary Aircraft Models:

  • Beechcraft King Air 200, B200, 250

  • Beechcraft King Air 300, 350

Applications

The 2-1576 is a flight-critical assembly for safe ground operations:

• Brake System Overhaul: The ideal solution for replacing a time-expired or unserviceable brake assembly, providing a zero-time, certified unit ready for installation.

• Performance & Safety Upgrade: Upgrading to the RFS non-asbestos linings can provide improved wear characteristics and eliminates the hazards associated with asbestos dust during maintenance.

Why Choose RFS 2-1576?

The braking system is one of the most critical safety systems on a transport-category aircraft. Rapco Fleet Support is a specialized manufacturer of FAA-PMA brake components, with a global reputation for quality and reliability. Choosing an RFS overhauled 2-1576 assembly provides a component that has been restored to the highest industry standards using superior, modern materials. It is a cost-effective solution that does not compromise on the safety and performance required for a high-performance aircraft like the King Air.

Order Your RFS 2-1576 Brake Assemblies Now

Ensure the safety and performance of your aircraft's braking system with a high-quality, FAA-PMA certified overhauled assembly from Rapco Fleet Support. Visit Airparts.aero to inquire about RFS 2-1576 brake assemblies today.

The automatic adjuster mechanism within the RFS 2-1576 brake assembly is a critical feature for consistent performance. It is typically a pin-and-sleeve or similar mechanical system integrated with the hydraulic pistons. As the brake linings wear, the distance the pistons must travel to contact the disc increases. The automatic adjuster is designed to extend slightly with each application and hold a new, closer resting position. This ensures that the volume of hydraulic fluid needed to actuate the brakes remains constant. Without this feature, as the pads wore, the brake pedal would travel further and feel "spongy," and the braking response would be delayed. The automatic adjuster ensures a firm pedal and immediate response for the pilot throughout the entire service life of the brake pads.

Note: This is a flight-critical component. Installation must be performed by a certified A&P or AME mechanic in strict accordance with the current Textron Aviation (Beechcraft) maintenance manual. The hydraulic system must be properly bled of all air and leak-checked after installation. A proper brake burnishing procedure must be followed to ensure optimal performance of the new linings.