Beechcraft King Air 360 vs Gulfstream G280
The Beechcraft King Air 360 and Gulfstream G280 sit in different aircraft categories and are built for different mission profiles. The King Air 360 is a twin‑engine turboprop in the light business aircraft class, optimized for shorter regional trips, flexible operations into smaller airports, and generally lower operating costs. The Gulfstream G280 is a super‑midsize business jet designed for higher cruise speeds, higher altitudes, and longer nonstop legs. In range, the King Air 360 is typically in the roughly 1,800 nautical mile class depending on load and conditions, while the G280 is built for transcontinental and some transoceanic missions at about 3,600 nautical miles. Passenger capacity also differs in typical use. The King Air 360 is commonly configured for about 6 to 9 passengers in a club‑style cabin, whereas the G280 usually seats around 8 to 10 passengers with more cabin volume and greater baggage capacity, making it better suited to longer trips with a full business‑jet cabin experience.
| Spec | Beechcraft King Air 360 | Gulfstream G280 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.20 | $ 6.57 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | — |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | KingAir 350i | G280 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1560 | 3600 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.53 | $ 0.82 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5145 | 15550 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,311 | $ 3,168 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream PlaneView (Pro Line Fusion) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 312 | 481 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $7,650,000 | $24,900,000 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | Optional | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 10 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 6.5 | 9.2 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Optional | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Crew Rest | — | No |
| Jump Seat | — | No |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5800 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PT6A-60A | HTF7250G |
| TBO (hrs) | 3600 | On-Condition |
| Horsepower | 1050 | — |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | ISA + 17 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 539 | — |
| Thrust (lbs) | — | 7624 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 46.7 | 66.9 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 57.9 | 63 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.5 | 6.9 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 19.5 | 25.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.4 | 21.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 4.1 | 5.4 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 19.5 | 17.7 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 71 | 154 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.3 |