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1978 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR C90 listings ($795,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +1,901 hr vs comps -3.8%
- Engine time -164 hr vs comps (twin turbine) +2.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (55% of comps) +2.1%
- Garmin G600 (27% of comps) +8.7%
- ADS-B (64% of comps) +0.9%
- Market supply: 20 for sale of 215 FAA-registered -2.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft KING AIR C90 |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 13,899 hrs |
| Engine time | 3,033.3 SNEW |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | STEC 65 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | RDR 1200 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | KGP 560, TAWS |
| Avionics / Standby instrument | MD302 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | October 2025 |
| Inspection | Phase |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
This 1978 Beechcraft King Air C90 (SN: LJ-796) is Powered by PT6A-135A Silverhawk upgraded engines, equipped with the Raisbeck Epic Performance Package, 10,500-pound gross weight increase, Garmin G600 TXi glass flight deck, Garmin GTN 625 WAAS GPS, Garmin GTX 345R ADS-B In/Out, and STEC 65 autopilot with yaw damper.
Modifications
Silverhawk STC Engine Conversion in 2011 Raisbeck Epic Package 10,500 Gross Weight Increase PT6A-135A Silverhawk Engine Upgrade Fire Detection and Fire Bottles Wing Lockers Aft Strakes Frakes Exhaust LED Landing/Taxi Lights
Avionics
Garmin G600 TXi PFD Garmin GCU 480 Dedicated PFD Controller Garmin GTN 625 WAAS Garmin GTX 345R (ADSB in and out) Avidyne EX600 MFD (XM Nexrad) STEC 65 AP System w/Yaw Damp MD302 SAM Standby Flight Display MD93 USB/Clock KGP 560 TAWS RDR 1200 Weather Radar (displayed on EX600) Rockwell Collins Proline II NAV/COMM System
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Beechcraft KING AIR C90 lands versus other Beechcraft KING AIR C90 listings on fyiAero.
Price
79th pct$995k · 79th percentile of 14 listings
Airframe time
84th pct13,899 hours total (TTAF) · 84th percentile of 25 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
29th pct3,033 hours since new · 29th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
29th pct3,033 hours since new · 29th percentile of 24 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR C90 |
| Serial Number | LJ-796 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N100V |
Airframe
| Total Time | 13,899.6 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-PZ0790 |
| Engine 1 Time | 3,033.3 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 1,189.1 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-PZ0792 |
| Engine 2 Time | 3,033.3 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 1,189.1 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | HC-D4N-3C |
| Prop 1 Time | 887.3 SOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Model | HC-D4N-3C |
| Prop 2 Time | 887.3 SOH |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G600 TXi PFD Garmin GCU 480 Dedicated PFD Controller Garmin GTN 625 WAAS Garmin GTX 345R (ADSB in and out) Avidyne EX600 MFD (XM Nexrad) STEC 65 AP System w/Yaw Damp MD302 SAM Standby Flight Display MD93 USB/Clock KGP 560 TAWS RDR 1200 Weather Radar (displayed on EX600) Rockwell Collins Proline II NAV/COMM System |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Raisbeck Epic Package 10,500 Gross Weight Increase PT6A-135A Silverhawk Engine Upgrade Fire Detection and Fire Bottles Wing Lockers Aft Strakes Frakes Exhaust LED Landing/Taxi Lights |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Wing Locker System | Yes |
|---|---|
| Modifications/Conversions | Silverhawk STC Engine Conversion in 2011 |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2023 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2011 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | MAINTENANCE HISTORY Complied With: Phase 1 & 2: October 2025 Phase 3 & 4: September 2024 6 Year Landing Gear: May 2024 5 Year Wing Bolts: March 2025 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft King Air C90
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft King Air C90 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $106,560 | $173,160 |
| Fixed | $241,976 | $241,976 |
| Variable | $316,760 | $514,735 |
| Total / hour | $2,794 | $2,328 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 900 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 195 kts · 224 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 5 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 6" × 12' 4" |
| Interior volume | 268 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 5200 ft / 2300 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft King Air C90 has a variable operating cost of $1,514 per hour and remains a trusted choice in the light turboprop category. Offering a range of 850 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 221 knots (254 mph), the C90 is well-equipped for short-haul and regional travel. With an average fuel burn of just 74 gallons per hour, it stands out for its cost-efficiency and operational reliability. The cabin of the Beechcraft King Air C90 measures 4'9" high, 4'6" wide, and 12'4" long, totaling 268 cubic feet of interior space. It comfortably accommodates up to 7 passengers in a practical and well-designed layout that balances space and functionality. Requiring 5,200 feet for takeoff and just 2,300 feet for landing, the King Air C90 is capable of operating from short runways and unimproved airstrips, making it a versatile option for corporate, charter, and medical missions. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft King Air C90's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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