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 -4,273 hr vs comps +8.5%
- Engine time -2,455 hr vs comps +20.0%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (9% of comps) +18.2%
- Autopilot (73% of comps) +0.8%
- ADS-B (64% of comps) +0.9%
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 | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 7,724 hrs |
| Engine time | 742 SOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi |
| Avionics / Transponder | GARMIN GTX335 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN GI 275, GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA35C |
| Avionics / Autopilot | S-TEC 3100 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | GWX 75 |
| Avionics / DME | KN-63 |
Description
ADS-B Out Garmin G600TXi / GTN 750Xi Avionics upgrade New Exterior Paint 7/2023 Interior refurbished 07/2023 Landing Gear OVH performed 4/2024 Always Hangared 5-blade MT-Propellers installed in 2023 Raisbeck Wing Lockers installed LED position/anti-collision Lights installed EASA Compliant
Avionics
PFD/MFD with ADC & AHRS Two (2) Garmin G600TXi COM/NAV/GPS Avionics unit Two (2) Garmin GTN 750Xi Digital Audio Panel with Bluetooth Garmin GMA 35C Transponder with Enhanced Surveillance Garmin GTX 345/345R with ADS-B In/Out Transponder with Enhanced Surveillance Garmin GTX 335/335R with ADS-B Out Digital Weather Radar Garmin GWX 75 Digital Radio Altimeter (RALT) Garmin GRA 55 Backup Instrument with Independent AHRS & ADC Garmin GI 275 Analog to Digital Converter Garmin GAD 43e SD Card with Wireless Information Transfer Flight Stream 510 Charging port with USB A & USB C Two (2) GSB 15 3-Axis Autopilot with AFCS Genesys S-TEC 3100 Digital DME Bendix/King KN-63 Engine Indication System (EIS) Garmin TXi EIS
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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
28th pct7,724 hours total (TTAF) · 28th percentile of 25 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
8th pct742 hours since overhaul · 8th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
8th pct742 hours since overhaul · 8th 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-0837 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | OK-DSH |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,724.4 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 8,356 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-24646 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 742 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 7,349 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-24652 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 742 SOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 7,349 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | PFD/MFD with ADC & AHRS Two (2) Garmin G600TXi COM/NAV/GPS Avionics unit Two (2) Garmin GTN 750Xi Digital Audio Panel with Bluetooth Garmin GMA 35C Transponder with Enhanced Surveillance Garmin GTX 345/345R with ADS-B In/Out Transponder with Enhanced Surveillance Garmin GTX 335/335R with ADS-B Out Digital Weather Radar Garmin GWX 75 Digital Radio Altimeter (RALT) Garmin GRA 55 Backup Instrument with Independent AHRS & ADC Garmin GI 275 Analog to Digital Converter Garmin GAD 43e SD Card with Wireless Information Transfer Flight Stream 510 Charging port with USB A & USB C Two (2) GSB 15 3-Axis Autopilot with AFCS Genesys S-TEC 3100 Digital DME Bendix/King KN-63 Engine Indication System (EIS) Garmin TXi EIS |
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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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