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Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Cessna Skycourier vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

The Beechcraft King Air 360 and Pilatus PC-12 NGX are pressurized, single-pilot-capable turboprop business/utility aircraft, while the Cessna SkyCourier is primarily a rugged, unpressurized short-haul cargo/commuter turboprop optimized for simple operations and frequent cycles. In range, the PC-12 NGX is typically the longest-legged of the three, commonly flown around 1,500–1,800 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The King Air 360 is also a long-range platform but generally a bit shorter in typical mission range, often around 1,200–1,600 nautical miles depending on configuration. The SkyCourier is designed more for regional sectors than long cross-countries; typical range is roughly in the 900–1,200 nautical mile class depending on payload and variant. For passenger capacity, the PC-12 NGX and King Air 360 are usually equipped for about 6–9 passengers in executive layouts, with higher-density commuter options possible but less common. The SkyCourier generally carries more people in its passenger version, typically around 19 passengers, reflecting its commuter role.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360Cessna SkyCourierPilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.20$ 2.78
Min Crew121
Total Seats10218
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessnaPilatus
Aircraft NameKingAir 350iSkyCourierPC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)15609001803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.53$ 0.46
Max Cabin Seats9199
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)5145
Standard Cabin Seats8196
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,311$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGyro / AnalogHoneywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)312200290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$7,650,000$7,375,000$5,350,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryOptionalNoOptional
Min Crew121
Total Seats10218
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats9199
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.5Un-Pressurized5.8
Galley / RefreshmentOptionalNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats8196
Cargo DoorYesYes
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)13100
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APT6A-65SCPT6E-67XP
TBO (hrs)360060005000
Horsepower105011001200
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 35
No. of Engines111
Fuel Capacity (gal)539
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.754.947.25
Wingspan (ft)57.97253.33
Cabin Width (ft)4.55
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.9
Cabin Length (ft)19.516.9
Overall Height (ft)14.419.814
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.14.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7140