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1998 BEECHCRAFT BEECHJET 400A
Starts from the median asking price of 7 comparable Beechcraft BEECHJET 400A listings ($1,200,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
- Airframe time -2,699 hr vs comps +5.4%
- Engine time +827 hr vs comps -3.3%
- No Autopilot (57% of comps have one) -8.2%
- ADS-B (43% of comps) +1.5%
- Market supply: 27 for sale of 216 FAA-registered -5.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft BEECHJET 400A |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 4,178 hrs |
| Engine time | 3,067 SMOH |
| Avionics / Transponder | GARMIN GTX 3000 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G500 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | GWX 70 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL 69A |
| Avionics / Standby instrument | MD302 |
Description
Available for viewings at NBAA-BACE Static Display in Las Vegas October 20-22.
Modifications
• Textron XPR Winglets • Thrust Reversers • GARMIN GTX 3000 Transponders • Gross Weight Increase Modification - 16,300 lb Gross Weight - 5,778 lb Useful Load • Cabin USB Ports • LED Cabin Lighting Upgrade
Avionics
GARMIN G5000 Integrated Flight Deck • Airtext Iridium System • GARMIN GDR 66 Datalink • ADS-B In/Out • CPDLC Capability • GARMIN ChartView • GARMIN GWX 70 Weather Radar • GARMIN GDL 69A XM Weather Receiver • MD302 Standby Attitude Indicator
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 ›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 BEECHJET 400A lands versus other Beechcraft BEECHJET 400A listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $1.2M of 7 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
5th pct4,178 hours total (TTAF) · 5th percentile of 21 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
35th pct3,067 hours since major overhaul · 35th percentile of 20 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
35th pct2,658 hours since major overhaul · 35th percentile of 20 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 | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | BEECHJET 400A |
| Serial Number | RK-191 |
| Registration # | N318KS |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,178 |
|---|---|
| Winglets | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-5 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 3,067 SMOH |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 5,137 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-5 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 2,658 SMOH |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 5,137 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | GARMIN G5000 Integrated Flight Deck • Airtext Iridium System • GARMIN GDR 66 Datalink • ADS-B In/Out • CPDLC Capability • GARMIN ChartView • GARMIN GWX 70 Weather Radar • GARMIN GDL 69A XM Weather Receiver • MD302 Standby Attitude Indicator |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | • Textron XPR Winglets • Thrust Reversers • GARMIN GTX 3000 Transponders • Gross Weight Increase Modification - 16,300 lb Gross Weight - 5,778 lb Useful Load • Cabin USB Ports • LED Cabin Lighting Upgrade |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | IFA-A check: Due 31-Jul-2027 IFA-B check: Due 4,478 AFTT | 260 hours IFA-C check: Due 5,213 AFTT | 1,060 hours IFA-D check: Due 6,400 AFTT | 2,221 hours FAR 91.409/91.411 due: Due 31-MAR-2027 Landing Gear Overhaul: Due 7,400 AFTT or 5,000 AFTL Due in 3,221 hours or 1,289 landings |
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Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | None |
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Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft Hawker Beechjet 400A
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft Hawker Beechjet 400A (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $302,400 | $491,400 |
| Fixed | $477,976 | $477,976 |
| Variable | $661,000 | $1,074,125 |
| Total / hour | $5,695 | $4,776 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,500 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 408 kts · 470 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 7 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 10" × 15' 7" |
| Interior volume | 367 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 4800 ft / 3400 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft Beechjet 400A has a variable operating cost of $2,995 per hour, making it a cost-effective option in the light jet category. The Beechjet 400A offers a range of 1,200 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 453 knots (521 mph), delivering quick and efficient short-haul performance. With an average fuel burn of 210 gallons per hour, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A strikes a balance between speed and operational economy. The cabin of the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A measures 4'9" high, 4'10" wide, and 15'7" long, providing a total interior volume of 367 cubic feet. The aircraft requires 4,800 feet of runway for takeoff and 3,400 feet for landing, offering flexibility for a variety of airport operations. Outfitted with the Collins Pro-Line 4 avionics suite, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A is recognized for its nimble handling, reliability, and practicality. As a light jet, the 400A is an excellent solution for executive travel and short-range business missions. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft Hawker Beechjet 400A's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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