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1979 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR C90 listings ($795,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +1 vs comparable listings +1.5%
- Airframe time -3,257 hr vs comps +6.5%
- Engine time +5,542 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -20.0%
- Garmin GTN 750 (36% of comps) +5.5%
- Garmin G600 (27% of comps) +8.7%
- No ADS-B (64% of comps have one) -1.7%
- 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 | 8,740 hrs |
| Engine time | 8,740 SNEW |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GNS-530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | S-Tec 65 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | RDR-2000 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | Skywatch |
Engines & propellers
Airframe
- Total cycles
- 8,687
Decoded from the seller's description — verify against logbooks.
Description
Total Airframe Hours Since New: 8,740 Total Cycles: 8,687 Landing Gear Overhaul: May, 2021
Modifications
Aircraft Upgrades: Lead Acid Battery STC Raisbeck Gross Wt. Increase – 10,500lbs Raisbeck Dual Aft Strakes Raisbeck 4 Blade Quiet Turbofan Props American Aviation Exhaust Stacks Ram Air Recovery System Cleveland Wheels & Brakes MORE STC
Avionics
Avionics Upgrades: 2 Garmin G600 TXi Garmin Gl 275 ADAHRS Garmin GTN 750 S-Tec 65 Auto Pilot Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel Garmin GNS-530 w/ TAWS IFR BF Goodwrich WX-1000 Storm Scope Bendix/King RDR-2000 BF Goodrich Skywatch Traffic Dual Garmin GTX 330 Transponders Terra TRA-3000 RDR ALT King KX-165 Airtex ME406 ELT
Recommended avionics upgrades
No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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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
median $799k of 14 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
40th pct8,740 hours total (TTAF) · 40th percentile of 25 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
99th pct8,740 hours since new · 99th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
99th pct8,740 hours since new · 99th 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 | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR C90 |
| Serial Number | LJ-827 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N2057C |
Airframe
| Total Time | 8,740 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-21 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE24630 |
| Engine 1 Time | 8,740 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-21 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE24631 |
| Engine 2 Time | 8,740 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Avionics Upgrades: 2 Garmin G600 TXi Garmin Gl 275 ADAHRS Garmin GTN 750 S-Tec 65 Auto Pilot Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel Garmin GNS-530 w/ TAWS IFR BF Goodwrich WX-1000 Storm Scope Bendix/King RDR-2000 BF Goodrich Skywatch Traffic Dual Garmin GTX 330 Transponders Terra TRA-3000 RDR ALT King KX-165 Airtex ME406 ELT |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Aircraft Upgrades: Lead Acid Battery STC Raisbeck Gross Wt. Increase – 10,500lbs Raisbeck Dual Aft Strakes Raisbeck 4 Blade Quiet Turbofan Props American Aviation Exhaust Stacks Ram Air Recovery System Cleveland Wheels & Brakes MORE STC |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Specifications subject to verification upon inspection and aircraft is subject to prior sale or withdrawal from the market. |
|---|
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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