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1987 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 -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
- Engine time +871 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -10.5%
- No Garmin GTN 750 (83% of comps have one) -7.2%
- No Autopilot (67% of comps have one) -1.2%
- FIKI (known ice) (17% of comps) +1.1%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft KING AIR C90A |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 7,781 hrs |
| Engine time | 3,268.3 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | AVIDYNE IFD540 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | AVIDYNE IFD540 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | January 2026 |
| Inspection | Phase |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Raisbeck wing lockers and dual aft body strakes. Avidyne IFD-540 touchscreen GPS/NAV/COM with synthetic vision, FltMax MFD, TAWS, ADS-B, WAAS/LPV. Seven-place club cabin with aft lavatory. Phase 1 & 2 complied January 2026. Complete logs since new. Left wing repair outboard of wing root, March 2001, on FAA Form 337. Offered by RidgeAire in cooperation with Aloft Aviation Services. Located KSBD.
Modifications
Pressurized and radar equipped · oxygen system with crew and passenger masks through sixth seat · propeller and surface deice · aft belted lavatory · airstair entry door with integral steps.
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.
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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
17th pct$740k · 17th percentile of 6 listings
Airframe time
57th pct7,781 hours total (TTAF) · 57th percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
86th pct3,268 hours since major overhaul · 86th percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
86th pct3,248 hours since major overhaul · 86th percentile of 7 listings
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General
| Year | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR C90A |
| Serial Number | LJ-1152 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N252RC |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KSBD |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,781.7 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 9,783 |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 9,650 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 384 gal |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-21 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-24604 |
| Engine 1 Time | 3,268.3 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 9,937 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 1,520.6 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-21 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-24601 |
| Engine 2 Time | 3,248.3 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 10,045 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 1,519.3 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | HC-B3TN-3M |
| Prop 1 Time | 1334.3 SMOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Model | HC-B3TN-3M |
| Prop 2 Time | 1334.3 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | AVIDYNE IFD540 |
|---|---|
| Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | AVIDYNE |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | AVIDYNE IFD540 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING KFC250 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| SVT | Yes |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | Pressurized and radar equipped · oxygen system with crew and passenger masks through sixth seat · propeller and surface deice · aft belted lavatory · airstair entry door with integral steps. |
Modifications/Conversions
| Dual Aft Body Strakes | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wing Locker System | Yes |
Interior
| Year Interior | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 7 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2005 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Phase 1 & 2 complied January 2026 · Phase 3 & 4 due October 2026 · pitot/static, transponder and IFR certification October 2024, due October 2026 · landing gear and propellers on condition under Part 91. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
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.
Previous listing for N252RC
1987 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90A
- Then asking
- $730k
- Airframe
- 7,785 hrs
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