1980 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR F90
Starts from the median asking price of 21 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR F90 listings ($1,300,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time -2,035 hr vs comps +4.1%
- Engine time -2,795 hr vs comps (twin turbine) +20.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (67% of comps) +1.5%
- Garmin G600 (62% of comps) +4.6%
- Autopilot (67% of comps) +0.6%
- ADS-B (52% of comps) +1.2%
- Market supply: 23 for sale of 110 FAA-registered -5.0%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft KING AIR F90 |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 7,346 hrs |
| Engine time | 598 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 4 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | GARMIN GTX335 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | Garmin SL30 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS 430W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | SPZ 200A |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | Mark VII |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | Skywatch |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL 69A |
Engines & propellers
Engine
- Time since major overhaul
- 6 hrs
Decoded from the seller's description — verify against logbooks.
Description
Aircraft located at Santa Monica Airport (KSMO) in Los Angeles, CA Complete logbooks and high-resolution photo gallery available by email request Blackhawk Aerospace PT6A-135A Upgrade Phase 1 and 2 inspections completed 6/2026 Phase 3 and 4 inspections completed 9/2021 Hot section inspections completed by Southwest Airmotive Corporation at 597.4 SMOH 6/2024 Landing gear inspection due 8/2025 Propeller overhauls completed 6/2026 Oxygen bottle replacement due 6/2027 Minor damage/repair history: Repair LH and RH ailerons due to ground damage 9/2005 New LH inboard flap for unknown reason 9/1988 Repair RH horizontal stabilizer leading edge for unknown reason 12/1986 Max Gross Takeoff Weight: 10950 pounds Basic Empty Weight: 7086 pounds Useful Load: 3864 pounds Usable Fuel Capacity: 470 gallons Empty CG: 159.90 inches
Modifications
Raisbeck Engineering Mark VII Wing Lockers Frakes Aviation High Performance Fiberglass Cowlings (ram air recovery pitot cowls and exhaust stacks) Propeller sync Radome abrasion boot Rosen sun visors Cleveland wheels and brakes Avia Design wing spar strap kit
Avionics
Garmin G600 PFD/MFD (with SVT) Garmin SL 30 #1 COM Garmin GNS 500W WAAS #1 GPS/NAV Garmin GNS 430W WAAS #2 GPS/NAV/COM Sperry SPZ 200A autopilot L3 Sky 497 Skywatch active traffic RCA RT-3002 weather radar Garmin GDL 69A XM receiver (XM weather/radio) Garmin GTX 345 #1 ADS-B In/Out transponder (with ADS-B traffic and weather) Garmin GTX 335 #2 ADS-B Out transponder Garmin GMA 340 audio panel Shadin Microflo-L fuel flow meter/totalizer Co-pilot instrument Sperry radar altimeter ACK E-04 406mhz ELT
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Beechcraft KING AIR F90 lands versus other Beechcraft KING AIR F90 listings on fyiAero.
Price
81st pct$1.6M · 81st percentile of 21 listings
Airframe time
14th pct7,346 hours total (TTAF) · 14th percentile of 22 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
14th pct598 hours since new · 14th percentile of 22 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
14th pct598 hours since new · 14th percentile of 21 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 | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR F90 |
| Serial Number | LA-53 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N5AH |
| Based at | KSMO (Santa Monica, CA) |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,346 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 598 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 0 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 598 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 0 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | HC-D4N-3C |
| Prop 1 Time | 0 SOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Model | HC-D4N-3C |
| Prop 2 Time | 0 SOH |
| Number of Blades | 4 |
| Swept Blade Propellers | Yes |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G600 PFD/MFD (with SVT) Garmin SL 30 #1 COM Garmin GNS 500W WAAS #1 GPS/NAV Garmin GNS 430W WAAS #2 GPS/NAV/COM Sperry SPZ 200A autopilot L3 Sky 497 Skywatch active traffic RCA RT-3002 weather radar Garmin GDL 69A XM receiver (XM weather/radio) Garmin GTX 345 #1 ADS-B In/Out transponder (with ADS-B traffic and weather) Garmin GTX 335 #2 ADS-B Out transponder Garmin GMA 340 audio panel Shadin Microflo-L fuel flow meter/totalizer Co-pilot instrument Sperry radar altimeter ACK E-04 406mhz ELT |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Raisbeck Engineering Mark VII Wing Lockers Frakes Aviation High Performance Fiberglass Cowlings (ram air recovery pitot cowls and exhaust stacks) Propeller sync Radome abrasion boot Rosen sun visors Cleveland wheels and brakes Avia Design wing spar strap kit |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Wing Locker System | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ram Air Recovery System | Yes |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2004 |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft King Air F90
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft King Air F90 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $145,440 | $236,340 |
| Fixed | $242,400 | $242,400 |
| Variable | $375,040 | $609,440 |
| Total / hour | $3,087 | $2,621 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,300 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 252 kts · 290 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 5 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 6" × 12' 4" |
| Interior volume | 268 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 5400 ft / 2500 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft King Air F90 has a variable operating cost of $1,791 per hour and combines the airframe of the King Air 200 with the tail of the Beechjet 400, resulting in improved aerodynamics and performance. Offering a range of 1,000 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 255 knots (293 mph), the F90 is designed for efficient and reliable regional travel. Its average fuel burn is 101 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Beechcraft King Air F90 measures 4'9" high, 4'6" wide, and 12'4" long, providing a total interior volume of 268 cubic feet. With seating for up to 7 passengers, the F90 delivers a comfortable and functional space for executive and utility missions alike. Requiring 5,400 feet for takeoff and 2,500 feet for landing, the F90 is capable of accessing airports with shorter runways, adding operational versatility to its performance and comfort. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft King Air F90's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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