Specifications
AI Description
- Engine Model: PT6A-21
- Engine TBO: 8000 hours
- Avionics:
- Collins ADF-60
- Bendix encoding altimeter
- King KFC-250 IFCS autopilot with yaw damper
- Dual Collins VHF-20 communication radios
- Garmin GPS-400
- Dual Collins VIR-30 navigation radios
- Bendix RDR-130 weather radar
- Interior Features:
- Executive configuration for 6 passengers
- Freon air conditioning
- Standard club seating in medium blue leather
- Aft lavatory and belted lav seat
- Aft galley cabinet with MAPCO & storage
- Light wool headliner and gray leather sidepanels
- Tan carpeting with vinyl runner
- Exterior Features:
- Matterhorn white with Carter gold & steel blue stripes
- Additional Equipment:
- Cleveland wheels & brakes
- McCauley HC-B3TN-3 3-blade props with prop synch
- 22 cubic foot oxygen system
- Safety Features:
- Terrain Awareness & Warning System (TAWS)
- Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
- ADS-B capable
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.