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BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 300(1986)

Specifications

Year1986
Serial NumberFA-108
RegistrationN494MA
Total Hours5,855
LocationUnited States
RegionNORTH AMERICA

Broker

Aircraft Management Group

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Steve Sparbeck

216-965-5969

steve@amgcleveland.com

Aircraft Details

• Maintained under FAR Part 91 with extensive engine and airframe work completed in 12/2021

• Hard landing in 1998, professionally repaired (wrinkles in the skin)

• New Raisbeck/Hartzell 5-blade swept turbofan props installed 07/2018

• Garmin G1000 avionics suite installed by JA Air Center (reported 03/11/2022)

• Recent inspections: Phase 1-4 completed 11/2023

• Left engine overhauled and right engine hot section inspection by Prime Turbines (12/2021)

• Landing gear overhaul due 10/2024

• Dual Garmin GRS-77 AHRS, Garmin GFC-700 autopilot, dual Garmin GIA-63W radios/GPS/nav, Garmin GDU-1500 MFD, Collins RAC-870 radar altimeter, Garmin GTS-825 TCAS, dual Garmin GTX-33 transponders, Garmin GWX-70VP digital weather radar

• High-speed data/Wi-Fi equipped

• Executive interior configuration for 9 passengers, new interior completed 12/2023, dual aft jumpseats, aft air conditioning

• Exterior: White upper & black lower with gray & deep red accent stripes (done 2000)

• RVSM and ADS-B equipped, Raisbeck mods, terrain awareness, TCAS, and weather radar standard

• Additional equipment: dual aft body strakes, nacelle wing lockers, radiant heat

About this Model

Overview

The Beechcraft King Air 300 series (commonly referring to the King Air 350/350i family in many listings) is a pressurized, twin‑engine turboprop built around reliable regional performance, a stand-up style cabin for its class, and strong access to shorter and more constrained runways compared with many jets. It is typically selected for owners and operators who prioritize dispatch reliability, mixed-use utility, and the ability to operate into smaller airports while carrying a practical passenger load.

Mission Fit

This model is generally used for multi-stop regional days where airport access and schedule resilience matter. Its strengths show up when the mission includes shorter runways, variable weather, and a need to carry people plus bags without depending on major hubs. If most trips are long, nonstop city pairs where cruise speed dominates total trip time, a light or midsize jet may fit better.

Cabin

The King Air 300-class cabin is designed around practical comfort: pressurization for typical turboprop cruise altitudes, club-style seating in many configurations, and good baggage flexibility for its size. Cabin noise and vibration are generally higher than in comparable business jets, though later interior packages and operator-installed sound treatments can improve perceived comfort. Entry is via an airstair door, and many aircraft are configured to support easy loading for business, family, or mission equipment.