1986 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 300
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR 300 listings ($1,795,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +528 hr vs comps -1.1%
- Engine time +1,034 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -12.4%
- No Autopilot (60% of comps have one) -1.1%
- No ADS-B (80% of comps have one) -2.1%
- Market supply: 11 for sale of 126 FAA-registered -2.3%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft KING AIR 300 |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 10,967 hrs |
| Engine time | 3,587 SOH |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | ASA G1000 |
Description
G1000, Dual Camera Holes, Winglets, Centex Tanks and Lockers, Peter Schiff AC.
Modifications
Garmin G-1000Nxi Avcon STC for Dual Camera port with glass BLR Winglets Cyntex Extended range fuel tanks Raisbeck Strakes Raisbeck Wing Locker available Exhaust Fairings Gurney Flaps STC installed Phase 1-4 9/2025 Six-year gear overhaul completed June 2023 Peter Schiff system Glycol over Freon standalone system
Avionics
Garmin G-1000Nxi (IFR Certification – Current 1/15/2025)
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›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 ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
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Price
80th pct$2.0M · 80th percentile of 5 listings
Airframe time
80th pct10,967 hours total (TTAF) · 80th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
99th pct3,587 hours since overhaul · 99th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
99th pct3,859 hours since new · 99th percentile of 10 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 | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR 300 |
| Serial Number | FA-106 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N729AK |
Airframe
| Total Time | 10,967 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 10,447 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-60A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 3,587 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 1,787 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-60A |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 3,859 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 0 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G-1000Nxi (IFR Certification – Current 1/15/2025) |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Garmin G-1000Nxi Avcon STC for Dual Camera port with glass BLR Winglets Cyntex Extended range fuel tanks Raisbeck Strakes Raisbeck Wing Locker available Exhaust Fairings Gurney Flaps STC installed Phase 1-4 9/2025 Six-year gear overhaul completed June 2023 Peter Schiff system Glycol over Freon standalone system |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2012 |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft King Air 300
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft King Air 300 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $184,320 | $299,520 |
| Fixed | $394,820 | $394,820 |
| Variable | $419,520 | $681,720 |
| Total / hour | $4,072 | $3,312 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,600 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 294 kts · 338 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 6 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 6" × 16' 8" |
| Interior volume | 361 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3900 ft / 2800 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft King Air 300 has a variable operating cost of $1,952 per hour and delivers strong performance in the twin-turboprop category. The King Air 300 offers a range of 1,500 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 316 knots (364 mph), making it well-suited for both regional and cross-country operations. With an average fuel burn of 128 gallons per hour, it strikes an effective balance between speed, range, and efficiency. Inside, the Beechcraft King Air 300 features a cabin measuring 4'9" high, 4'6" wide, and 16'8" long, with a total interior volume of 361 cubic feet. The aircraft comfortably accommodates up to 9 passengers, offering a spacious and quiet cabin experience. With a takeoff requirement of just 3,900 feet and a landing distance of 2,800 feet, the King Air 300 is capable of operating from short and unimproved runways. Well-regarded for its versatility, reliability, and comfort, the King Air 300 continues to be a trusted choice for corporate, charter, and government operators around the world. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft King Air 300's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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