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1981 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR C90 listings ($795,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +3 vs comparable listings +4.5%
- Airframe time -5,879 hr vs comps +11.8%
- Engine time -657 hr vs comps (twin turbine) +7.9%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (9% of comps) +10.7%
- Garmin G600 (27% of comps) +8.6%
- No Autopilot (73% of comps have one) -1.3%
- ADS-B (64% of comps) +0.9%
- FIKI (known ice) (18% of comps) +1.1%
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 | 6,118 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,540 SOH |
| Prop blades | 4 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA35C |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | GARMIN GA 35 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | GWX-68 |
| Avionics / Standby instrument | MD302 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
HIGHLIGHTS: • Six-seat interior refurbished in 2015 • Complete records since new • No known damage history • Status report available on request • Parmetheus Plus LED landing and taxi lights • Garmin GA-35 WAAS antenna • Exhaust fairings and lower aft fuselage strakes • Iceberg White with two-tone blue stripes Documents: - 1981_Beechcraft_King_Air_C90_SP-PRA.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11043890647&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=NG2vG9RnkcR4BVXigy3j%2bCxZaDyf%2bfD6a1%2bSrlIzWv7SHS83oVYqzO7iVa6v71Q7XVLZL93%2blIo%3d
Modifications
Alternate Propellers Installation of exhaust stack fairings Installation of lower aft fuselage strakes Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights
Avionics
Garmin Glass Panel Upgrade (Stevens Aerospace) ADC: Garmin GDC-72 Audio Panel: Garmin GMA-35C AHRS: Garmin GRS-79 Communication Radios: Dual Garmin GTN-750Xi EFIS: Garmin G600TXi EIS: Garmin G600TXi EIS GPS: Dual Garmin GTN-750Xi Magnetometer: Garmin GMU-44 Navigation Radios: Dual Garmin GTN-750Xi OATP: Garmin GTP-59 Weather Radar: Garmin GWX-68 (Digital), ADSB In/Out Butterfield Industries Oil Residue Collection System Raisbeck Nacelle Fuel Wing Lockers Relief Tube Extended-Range Fuel American Avia Cowlings Centex Aero Gross Weight Increase FIKI Ice Protection Mid-Continent MD302 Standby Attitude Module LoPresti Boom Beam HID Lights Garmin GA-35 WAAS Antenna
Recommended avionics upgrades
No autopilot is listed — a GFC 600 or S-TEC 3100 digital autopilot is a major capability and value add, subject to STC approval for this model.
Shop options ›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
12th pct6,118 hours total (TTAF) · 12th percentile of 25 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
21st pct2,540 hours since overhaul · 21st percentile of 24 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
21st pct2,540 hours since overhaul · 21st 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.
Documents
General
| Year | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR C90 |
| Serial Number | LJ-977 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | SP-PRA |
| Based at | EPHN |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,118 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 6,098 |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-21 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-24924 |
| Engine 1 Time | 2,540 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 3,016 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 556 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-21 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-24932 |
| Engine 2 Time | 2,540 SOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 3,016 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 556 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | HC-D4N-3C |
| Prop 1 Time | 2 SOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Model | HC-D4N-3C |
| Prop 2 Time | 2 SOH |
| Number of Blades | 4 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 |
|---|---|
| Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GMX200 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX335R |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX345 |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GFC600 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin Glass Panel Upgrade (Stevens Aerospace) ADC: Garmin GDC-72 Audio Panel: Garmin GMA-35C AHRS: Garmin GRS-79 Communication Radios: Dual Garmin GTN-750Xi EFIS: Garmin G600TXi EIS: Garmin G600TXi EIS GPS: Dual Garmin GTN-750Xi Magnetometer: Garmin GMU-44 Navigation Radios: Dual Garmin GTN-750Xi OATP: Garmin GTP-59 Weather Radar: Garmin GWX-68 (Digital), ADSB In/Out Butterfield Industries Oil Residue Collection System Raisbeck Nacelle Fuel Wing Lockers Relief Tube Extended-Range Fuel American Avia Cowlings Centex Aero Gross Weight Increase FIKI Ice Protection Mid-Continent MD302 Standby Attitude Module LoPresti Boom Beam HID Lights Garmin GA-35 WAAS Antenna |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | Alternate Propellers Installation of exhaust stack fairings Installation of lower aft fuselage strakes Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights |
Modifications/Conversions
| Dual Aft Body Strakes | Yes |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 6 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Brochure
| Brochure | 1981_Beechcraft_King_Air_C90_SP-PRA.pdf |
|---|
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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