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Beechcraft King Air 360er vs Cessna Caravan vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Cessna Skycourier

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a pressurized, twin‑engine turboprop positioned as an executive and special‑mission aircraft; it trades utility volume for speed, comfort, and high‑altitude capability. Its typical range is roughly 1,500–1,800 nautical miles (depending on configuration), and it commonly carries about 6–9 passengers in a corporate layout, with higher-density commuter arrangements possible. The Cessna Caravan is a single‑engine utility turboprop optimized for rugged, short‑field operations and low operating cost. It typically offers about 900–1,200 nautical miles of range and is most often configured for around 9 passengers. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is the upgraded Caravan variant with more power and better hot‑and‑high performance; it remains a single‑engine utility aircraft with broadly similar typical range (around 900–1,200 nautical miles) and usually up to about 9 passengers. The Cessna SkyCourier is a larger, twin‑engine, high‑wing utility freighter/commuter designed for cargo and regional flying. It typically ranges about 900–1,200 nautical miles and, in passenger form, is generally around 19 seats, prioritizing volume and payload over executive refinement.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360ERCessna CaravanCessna Grand Caravan EXCessna SkyCourier
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 3.07$ 3.15
Min Crew1112
Total Seats10101021
Flight RulesIFRVFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessnaCessnaCessna
Aircraft NameKingAir 350ERCaravanGrand Caravan EXSkyCourier
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)23381070964900
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.38$ 0.39
Max Cabin Seats991219
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)658533053332
Standard Cabin Seats88819
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,324$ 571$ 614
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXiGyro / Analog
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)303186195200
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$8,750,000$2,355,000$2,695,000$7,375,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
LavatoryYes (Belted Optional)NoNoNo
Min Crew1112
Cargo DoorOptionalYesYesYes
Total Seats10101021
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats991219
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.5Un-PressurizedUn-PressurizedUn-Pressurized
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CenterNoNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats88819
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APT6A-114APT6A-140PT6A-65SC
TBO (hrs)3600360040006000
Horsepower10506758671100
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 31ISA + 24
No. of Engines1111
Fuel Capacity (gal)775335
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.737.641.654.9
Wingspan (ft)57.952.152.172
Cabin Width (ft)4.55.45.4
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.54.5
Cabin Length (ft)19.512.816.8
Overall Height (ft)14.41515.119.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)713232