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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 -1,453 hr vs comps +2.9%
- Engine time +4,130 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -20.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (55% of comps) +2.1%
- 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 | 10,544 hrs |
| Engine time | 7,328 SNEW |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS 530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | Century 41 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | RDS81 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | EGPWS |
| Avionics / ADF | KDF 805 |
| Avionics / DME | KDM-705 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
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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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
64th pct10,544 hours total (TTAF) · 64th percentile of 25 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
96th pct7,328 hours since new · 96th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
96th pct7,328 hours since new · 96th 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-818 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N77NB |
| Based at | KIXD |
Airframe
| Total Time | 10,544.9 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-92007 |
| Engine 1 Time | 7,328 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 371 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-92008 |
| Engine 2 Time | 7,328 SNEW |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 371 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GMA 340 Audio Garmin GNS 530W MFD/Com/Nav/GPS Garmin GTX 345 Transponder Century 41 Autopilot/Flight Director Bendix RDS81 Color Radar 3M WX10A Stormscope King KPB560 EGPWS King KTR905 Com King KNR 630 Nav King KDF 805 ADF King KDM-705 DME |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Blackhawk STC Frakes Speedcowls Slimline Exhaust Stacks Raisbeck Strakes Cleveland Wheels/Brakes Nose Baggage Door Autofeather Recog Light |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 8 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
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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Last flight
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