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

The Beechcraft King Air 360ER is best categorized as a pressurized twin‑turboprop business/utility aircraft, optimized for faster, higher‑altitude operations and longer legs. Its range is generally around 1,500 nautical miles, depending on payload and reserves, and typical seating is about 8–9 passengers in an executive layout, with higher-density commuter configurations possible in some variants. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft aimed at simple, rugged regional flying, short fields, and flexible passenger/cargo missions. Its range is typically in the 900–1,000 nautical mile class, and it commonly carries about 9–14 passengers depending on interior and regulatory limits. The Cessna SkyCourier is a larger twin‑turboprop designed primarily for regional cargo and commuter airline use, with higher volume and payload than the Caravan. Its range is broadly similar to the Caravan in many real-world payload profiles (roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles), and its passenger variant is typically configured for about 19 passengers.

SpecBeechcraft King Air 360ERCessna Grand Caravan EXCessna SkyCourier
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.37$ 3.15
Min Crew112
Total Seats101021
Flight RulesIFRVFRIFR
ManufacturerBeechcraftCessnaCessna
Aircraft NameKingAir 350ERGrand Caravan EXSkyCourier
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAIn Development
Max Range (nm)2338964900
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.55$ 0.39
Max Cabin Seats91219
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDVERIFIEDUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)65853332
Standard Cabin Seats8819
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,324$ 614
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionGarmin G1000 NXiGyro / Analog
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)303195200
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$8,750,000$2,695,000$7,375,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
LavatoryYes (Belted Optional)NoNo
Min Crew112
Cargo DoorOptionalYesYes
Total Seats101021
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats91219
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)6.5Un-PressurizedUn-Pressurized
Galley / RefreshmentRefreshment CenterNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats8819
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPT6A-60APT6A-140PT6A-65SC
TBO (hrs)360040006000
Horsepower10508671100
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 24
No. of Engines111
Fuel Capacity (gal)775335
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.741.654.9
Wingspan (ft)57.952.172
Cabin Width (ft)4.55.4
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.5
Cabin Length (ft)19.516.8
Overall Height (ft)14.415.119.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)19.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)7132