Blackhawk and Seair Seaplanes are proud to announce the
near completion of Seair’s first Cessna Caravan upgraded with the Blackhawk XP140 Engine+
Upgrade and Yukon four-blade propeller. This enhanced aircraft will launch on Seair’s newly
expanded Victoria to Vancouver Harbour route, delivering a faster, quieter, and more capable travel
experience for coastal passengers.
Founded in 1982, Seair operates fifteen Caravan floatplanes and has grown into the world’s largest
operator of the type. With a network that includes Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Vancouver Harbour, YVR’s
South Terminal, Nanaimo, and the Southern Gulf Islands, Seair continues to elevate regional
connectivity for both business travelers and tourists.
Transformative Performance with the XP140 Upgrade
The Blackhawk XP140 engine and Yukon propeller deliver substantial performance gains designed
around short-runway, float, and harbour operations. Highlights include:
Blackhawk XP140 Engine
• 28% more horsepower
• 13.6% shorter take off
• 28.7% shorter distance over a 50-foot obstacle
• 35% better climb rate
• 13% faster cruise speed: +21 knots, cutting Harbour-to-Harbour travel by 5 minutes
Yukon Four Blade Propeller
• 17% shorter take off distance
• 40% less ground roll
• 10.6% faster climb rate
• .86 dBA quieter, supporting community friendliness in Victoria’s Inner Harbour
Together, these upgrades deliver more than 25% better take off performance, significantly smoother
dock and water operations, and a cruise speed increase that brings Harbour-to-Harbour travel time to
approximately 25 minutes. The result is the fastest Harbour-to-Harbour aircraft in operation and the
quietest aircraft serving Victoria’s Inner Harbour.
This is the first of at least three Seair Caravans planned for upgrade as part of a broader fleet
modernization effort.
To learn more about Blackhawk’s XP140 Engine+ Upgrade for the Cessna Caravan, contact
Blackhawk at +1 (254) 755-6711, info@blackhawk.aero, or visit www.blackhawk.aero.
About Blackhawk
Blackhawk is the premier provider of performance enhancements for turboprop aircraft, offering a
diverse range of services including engine upgrades, aircraft sales, government & defense program
management, and modernization services. Blackhawk serves a global customer base via a network of
authorized dealers and service support centers. To learn more, visit www.blackhawk.aero.
About Seair
Founded in 1982, Seair has grown into the world’s largest operator of Cessna Caravan floatplanes and
is known for performance, comfort, and safety. Seair offers scheduled flights from YVR’s South
Terminal, Vancouver Harbour, Victoria’s Inner Harbour, and Nanaimo, serving Victoria, the Southern
Gulf Islands, and other key coastal destinations.