Since I'm well aware of my limited experience at this point, especially in the instrument realm, I'm trying to get a better idea on where my focus should be in that 200 hours building with the Duchess.
Definitely you should concentrate on IFR flying. Do trips that give you lots of variation. Such as flying to/from uncontrolled airfields under IFR, flying to/from busy airports, lots of instrument approaches (preferably in busy airspace), work on cockpit management and (when you get on the Kingair) know your aircraft like the back of your hand especially how to best use the autopilot and FMC to reduce your workload while maintaining Situational Awareness.
I've called the guys at Simuflight in Dallas, TX and asked if someone with my experience would not only have a shot at passing the PIC type rating checkride, but be competent to act as PIC single-pilot safely.
There shouldn't be a reason why you cant pass the TR, granted it IS a big step up but the biggest challenge you will face is more down to decision making and command ability. Dont be afraid to go into the hold to give yourself more time and also remember that you dont have to blast around at 230kts everywhere, it will fly slower if you need more time to self brief for an approach say.
Also, always go in with a "can do" attitude but never do anything too far outside your comfort zone. You will find this zone gets bigger with every flight.
Good Luck, the Beech Kingair is a great aircraft!
