Aircraft Type
Beechcraft King Air “King of Turboprops”
The Beechcraft King Air is a versatile twin-turboprop aircraft renowned for its reliability, efficiency, and adaptability across various aviation sectors including business, charter, and regional transportation.
IATABETICAOBE9LManufacturerBeechcraftScore4.65/10Range2,446 kmStatusIn Production
Pioneering the pressurized twin-turboprop business and regional aircraft market, establishing itself as the most successful turboprop executive aircraft in aviation history
The King Air family has logged over 60 million flight hours and is used by more than 100 countries for missions ranging from executive transport to medical evacuation and special mission operations
Cabin Environment
How the Beechcraft King Air affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
13.4 m
Length
16.2 m
Wingspan
4.3 m
Height
Performance
2,446 km
Range
528 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A
Engines
Beechcraft Family
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How It Compares
vs. Pilatus PC-12
✓Slightly lower noise level
✗Marginally shorter range
vs. Cessna Citation CJ4
✓Lower operating costs
✗Slower cruise speed
vs. Bombardier Challenger 350
✓More compact cabin size
✗Less passenger capacity