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BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90(1979)

BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90

Specifications

Year1979
Serial NumberLJ-827
RegistrationN2057C
Total Hours8,740
LocationFORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA
RegionNORTH AMERICA

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AI Description

  • Model: BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90
  • Engine: 2 x Pratt & Whitney PT6A-21
  • Engine TBO: 3600 hours
  • Engine Hours Since New: 8,740 hours each
  • Propellers: Raisbeck 4-Blade
  • Propeller Overhaul: January 2016
  • Avionics:
  • 2 Garmin G600 TXi
  • Garmin GTN 750
  • S-Tec 65 Auto Pilot
  • Garmin GNS-530 with TAWS
  • Dual Garmin GTX 330 Transponders
  • Additional Equipment:
  • Raisbeck Gross Weight Increase – 10,500 lbs
  • Raisbeck Dual Aft Strakes
  • Ram Air Recovery System
  • Cleveland Wheels & Brakes
  • Exterior: New paint in Matterhorn White with Tan & Burgundy Metallic Striping
  • Interior: Cappuccino leather, 4-place club seating, single belted seat in burgundy accented fabric
  • Inspection Status:
  • Landing Gear Overhaul: May 2021
  • Phase Inspections due: July 2024
  • Maintenance: Complied with FAR Part 91 standards

About this Model

Overview

The Beechcraft King Air C90 is a compact, twin‑engine, pressurized turboprop typically used for regional passenger transport, corporate shuttle work, and utility missions that benefit from turboprop runway flexibility. It sits at the smaller end of the King Air family, emphasizing access to shorter runways and smaller airports, simple cabin service, and mission reliability over long-range cruise efficiency. Exact performance and avionics vary significantly by C90 variant (C90, C90A, C90B, C90GTx) and by equipment/weights.

Mission Fit

The C90 typically fits missions where airport access and schedule flexibility matter more than outright speed. It is commonly used for day-trip regional routes, multi-leg itineraries, and routes into airports with runway or infrastructure constraints. For buyers expecting consistent jet-equivalent block times or frequent near-max-range payloads, a larger turboprop or light jet may align better.

Cabin

The C90 cabin is a compact, pressurized environment generally arranged for executive seating with an aft baggage area, depending on configuration. Expect a smaller cross-section than larger King Air models, with a practical layout for short to mid-duration legs. Noise and vibration levels are typical of legacy turboprops and will depend on interior condition, insulation upgrades, and prop/engine configuration.