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Beechcraft King Air 360er vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is a twin‑turboprop typically viewed as a premium “large turboprop” rather than a business jet. It generally trades speed for runway flexibility and efficiency, with range around the mid‑1,000‑nautical‑mile class (roughly 1,800 nm depending on configuration) and seating commonly for about 6 to 9 passengers. The Cessna Citation Latitude is a midsize business jet aimed at comfortable stand‑up cabin class in its segment. It usually offers range in the mid‑2,000‑nautical‑mile class (about 2,700 nm) and typically seats about 7 to 9 passengers in standard corporate layouts, with higher-density options possible. The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ sits in the super‑midsize category, emphasizing longer legs and higher cruise performance. Its range is typically around 3,000 nm (about 3,200 nm), and it commonly carries about 8 to 9 passengers, again with configuration-driven variation. Overall, the King Air 360ER prioritizes access and economy, the Latitude balances cabin comfort and range, and the Sovereign+ leads on range and speed among the three.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360ERCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 6.80$ 6.02
Min Crew122
Total Seats101011
Flight RulesIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessna CitationCessna Citation
Aircraft NameKingAir 350ERLatitudeSovereign +
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)233827313138
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.85$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats9912
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)65851239412790
Standard Cabin Seats889
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,324$ 2,936$ 2,699
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G5000Garmin G5000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)303458458
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$8,750,000$19,305,000$19,730,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryYes (Belted Optional)1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew122
Cargo DoorOptional
Total Seats101011
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats9912
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.59.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CenterGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats889
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2680025230
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APW306D1PW306D
TBO (hrs)360060006000
Horsepower1050
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 15ISA + 16
No. of Engines122
Fuel Capacity (gal)77517001700
Thrust (lbs)59075907
Fuel Burn (lbph)1114
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.76263.5
Wingspan (ft)57.972.372.4
Cabin Width (ft)4.56.45.5
Cabin Height (ft)4.865.7
Cabin Length (ft)19.521.825.3
Overall Height (ft)14.420.920.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.14.43.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.515.917.4
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)712735
Aisle Step (ft)Flat Floor0.7
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100100