Specifications
AI Description
- Maintenance: Maintained under FAR Part 91; incident history includes hard landing in Colombia (01/1998).
- Damage Status: Incident noted, with downside camera equipment repaired in Miami.
- Maintenance Items:
- Landing Gear Overhaul completed on 01/01/2018 (due by 12/03/2025).
- 150-Hour Inspection completed on 05/01/2020 (due by 05/01/2021).
- 12-Month Inspection completed on 05/01/2020 (due by 05/01/2021).
- Engine Model: TPE331-5-251K.
- Engines:
- Engine 1: TTSN 4745 hours, TBO 5400 hours.
- Engine 2: TTSN 6262 hours, TBO 6000 hours.
- Avionics: Equipped with King KR-87 ADF, S-TEC System 65 IFCS autopilot, Garmin GNS-430W and GNS-530W communication and navigation radios, King KN-63 DME, Garmin G600 EFIS, Garmin GTX-330D transponder, and Garmin GWX-68 weather radar.
- Interior: Seats 4 passengers and 2 crew; equipped with Freon air conditioning.
- Exterior: Painted in Matterhorn white with blue accent stripes; last done in 2018.
- Additional Equipment: Features a camera hatch and Hartzell 3-blade prop.
About this Model
Overview
The Turbo Commander 690A is a pressurized, twin-engine turboprop in the Commander 690 series, positioned between cabin-class piston twins and larger commuter-style turboprops. It emphasizes practical speed and climb performance for regional point-to-point flying while maintaining the ability to use shorter runways than many jets. Typical operations include multi-stop business travel, utility flying, and owner-operator use where turboprop reliability and pressurization are priorities.
Mission Fit
In practice, the 690A fits 300–800 nm stage lengths well, where turboprop block times remain competitive and the ability to use a wider selection of airports can simplify scheduling. It can support IFR, all-weather regional flying with a focus on reliable dispatch and flexible airport access. Missions that regularly push toward maximum range or demand jet-like cruise speeds are generally better served by light jets or larger turboprops.
Cabin
The 690A’s pressurized cabin is arranged for a small group with club-style seating common in many aircraft, emphasizing functional comfort rather than stand-up space. Expect a cabin environment oriented toward regional legs: adequate room for seated work and conversation, with noise and vibration levels typical of legacy turboprops unless upgraded with interior and acoustic improvements. Boarding and baggage access vary by aircraft configuration and interior refurbishment history.