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1985 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90A
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR C90A listings ($1,405,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -5 vs comparable listings -7.5%
- Airframe time -1,048 hr vs comps +2.1%
- Engine time +785 hr vs comps -11.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (83% of comps) +2.3%
- Autopilot (67% of comps) +1.0%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft KING AIR C90A |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,733 hrs |
| Engine time | 3,172 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GNS430W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | KFC-250 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS B |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS, TAS620 |
| Avionics / ADF | KR-87 |
| Avionics / DME | KDM-706 |
Description
4 blades Raisbeck Quiet Turbofan Propellers Always hangared since last paint No damage history No ADS-B Increase Gross Weight STC BFG WX1000+ New Table Assembly Kit STC EASA / EU VAT Paid Raisbeck DABS / QTF
Modifications
Fire Detector Kit P/N 90-5067-1P Raisbeck Dual Aft Body Strakes Increased gross weight STC
Avionics
AVIONICS PACKAGE INSTALLED BENDIX KING “GOLD CROWN” / GARMIN COMM 1 Garmin GNS-530 (8,33 KHz Spacing) COMM 2 Garmin GNS-430 (8,33 KHz Spacing) NAV No 1 Garmin GNS-530 (GPS/COM/NAV) NAV No 2 Garmin GNS-430 (GPS/COM/NAV) B-RNAV / GPS 1 Garmin GNS-530 W B-RNAV / GPS Garmin GNS-430 W ADF Bendix King KR-87 Transponder 1 Transponder Bendix King KT-73 Mode S Transponder 2 Bendix King KT-79 Mode C Transponder DME Bendix King KDM-706 DME RMI Bendix King KNI-582 RMI Compass 1 Bendix King KCS-305 Slaved Compass System No. 1 Compass 2 Collins PN-101 Compass System No. 2 Inverters 1+2 Flitetronics PC-250 Inverters Pilots Enc. Altimeter: Bendix King KEA-345 Encoding Altimeter Audio System 1+2 DB-415 Audio Amplifier and Mount Marker Beacons 1+2 Bendix King KMR-675 Marker Beacon Receiver Autopilot/Flight Director Bendix King KFC-250 Autopilot/FLT Director Roll Steering Converter GDC31 Weather Radar Bendix King Narco KWX-56 Color Radar Stormscope B.F. Goodrich WX-1000 Stormscope Radio Altimeter Bendix King KRA-10A Radio Altimeter ELT Artex C406-1 (406 MHz ELT) TCAS Avydine TAS620 TAWS B Garmin GNS530 W
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.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Beechcraft KING AIR C90A lands versus other Beechcraft KING AIR C90A listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $1.4M of 6 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
43rd pct6,733 hours total (TTAF) · 43rd percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
71st pct3,172 hours since major overhaul · 71st percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
71st pct3,172 engine hours · 71st percentile of 7 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 | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR C90A |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,733 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 3,172 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 830 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 3,172 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 830 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | AVIONICS PACKAGE INSTALLED BENDIX KING “GOLD CROWN” / GARMIN COMM 1 Garmin GNS-530 (8,33 KHz Spacing) COMM 2 Garmin GNS-430 (8,33 KHz Spacing) NAV No 1 Garmin GNS-530 (GPS/COM/NAV) NAV No 2 Garmin GNS-430 (GPS/COM/NAV) B-RNAV / GPS 1 Garmin GNS-530 W B-RNAV / GPS Garmin GNS-430 W ADF Bendix King KR-87 Transponder 1 Transponder Bendix King KT-73 Mode S Transponder 2 Bendix King KT-79 Mode C Transponder DME Bendix King KDM-706 DME RMI Bendix King KNI-582 RMI Compass 1 Bendix King KCS-305 Slaved Compass System No. 1 Compass 2 Collins PN-101 Compass System No. 2 Inverters 1+2 Flitetronics PC-250 Inverters Pilots Enc. Altimeter: Bendix King KEA-345 Encoding Altimeter Audio System 1+2 DB-415 Audio Amplifier and Mount Marker Beacons 1+2 Bendix King KMR-675 Marker Beacon Receiver Autopilot/Flight Director Bendix King KFC-250 Autopilot/FLT Director Roll Steering Converter GDC31 Weather Radar Bendix King Narco KWX-56 Color Radar Stormscope B.F. Goodrich WX-1000 Stormscope Radio Altimeter Bendix King KRA-10A Radio Altimeter ELT Artex C406-1 (406 MHz ELT) TCAS Avydine TAS620 TAWS B Garmin GNS530 W |
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Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Fire Detector Kit P/N 90-5067-1P Raisbeck Dual Aft Body Strakes Increased gross weight STC |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Landing Gear Next Overhaul 04/2030 |
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Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft King Air C90A
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft King Air C90A (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $119,520 | $194,220 |
| Fixed | $239,476 | $239,476 |
| Variable | $333,320 | $541,645 |
| Total / hour | $2,864 | $2,403 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,150 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 225 kts · 259 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 5 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 6" × 12' 4" |
| Interior volume | 268 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 5300 ft / 2700 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft King Air C90A has a variable operating cost of $1,570 per hour and continues the legacy of the King Air line with proven reliability and performance. With a range of 840 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 238 knots (274 mph), the C90A is well-suited for regional travel and short-haul missions. It maintains solid fuel efficiency with an average burn of 83 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Beechcraft King Air C90A measures 4'9" high, 4'6" wide, and 12'4" long, totaling 268 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to accommodate up to 7 passengers, it provides a well-appointed and spacious layout for a light turboprop, ensuring both comfort and functionality. The aircraft requires 5,300 feet for takeoff and 2,700 feet for landing, making it capable of operating from short and unimproved runways. The King Air C90A offers a versatile and efficient platform for corporate, charter, and utility missions. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft King Air C90A's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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