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1990 BEECHCRAFT KING AIR C90A
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Beechcraft KING AIR C90A listings ($1,405,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -1,356 hr vs comps +2.7%
- Engine time +608 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -7.3%
- Garmin GTN 750 (83% of comps) +1.4%
- Autopilot (67% of comps) +0.6%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft KING AIR C90A |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 6,425 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,995 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 4 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 33ES |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 35 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GTN 750s |
| Avionics / Autopilot | KFC-250 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | GWX 70 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
August Update - *Price Reduced* Trades considered. Reasons to buyer this upgraded 1990 King Air C90A: • -135A Blackhawk Engines and McCauley 4-Blade Props • Garmin Avionics Upgrades: Dual GTN 750s (WAAS/LPV), GTX 345R & 33ES (ADS-B In & Out), GMA 35 Audio Panel • Engines: 2995 Hours Since New • Props: 126 Hours Since Overhaul in 2025 • Interior Refurb: Cabin Seats and AvFab Arm Ledge in 2024 • Upgrades: Gross Weight Increase STC (+385 lb) & R134A A/C
Modifications
Beechcraft Gross Weight Kit (+385 lb) Garmin Flight Stream 510 R134A Freon Air Conditioning LED Downwash Lights 64 Cu Ft Oxygen Cylinder AvFab Arm Ledge System
Avionics
AUDIO PANEL Garmin GMA 35 AUTOPILOT King KFC-250 COMM/NAV/GPS Dual Garmin GTN 750 (WAAS/LPV) ELT Artex ME406 RADAR Garmin GWX 70 TRANSPONDER Garmin GTX 345R & GTX 33ES
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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
83rd pct$1.4M · 83rd percentile of 6 listings
Airframe time
29th pct6,425 hours total (TTAF) · 29th percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
57th pct2,995 hours since new · 57th percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
57th pct2,995 engine hours · 57th 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 | 1990 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | KING AIR C90A |
| Serial Number | LJ-1247 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N814LC |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | PCW |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,425 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 2,995 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 2,995 |
|---|
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 126 SMOH |
| Prop 2 Time | 126 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 4 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | AUDIO PANEL Garmin GMA 35 AUTOPILOT King KFC-250 COMM/NAV/GPS Dual Garmin GTN 750 (WAAS/LPV) ELT Artex ME406 RADAR Garmin GWX 70 TRANSPONDER Garmin GTX 345R & GTX 33ES |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Beechcraft Gross Weight Kit (+385 lb) Garmin Flight Stream 510 R134A Freon Air Conditioning LED Downwash Lights 64 Cu Ft Oxygen Cylinder AvFab Arm Ledge System |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2024 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2007 |
|---|
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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