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2022 Beechcraft King Air 260
Starts from the median asking price of 79 comparable Turboprop listings ($2,995,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +4 vs comparable listings +6.0%
- No Autopilot (56% of comps have one) -1.0%
- No ADS-B (57% of comps have one) -1.5%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft King Air 260 |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | — |
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.
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft King Air 260
Typical model-level figures for the Beechcraft King Air 260 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $188,640 | $306,540 |
| Fixed | $126,000 | $126,000 |
| Variable | $415,640 | $675,415 |
| Total / hour | $2,708 | $2,466 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,500 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 280 kts · 322 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 7 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 6" × 16' 8" |
| Interior volume | 361 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3900 ft / 3100 ft |
About this plane
The Beechcraft King Air 260 has a variable operating cost of $1,900 per hour, positioning it as a capable and efficient turboprop in the modern King Air lineup. The King Air 260 offers an impressive range of 1,720 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 320 knots (368 mph), delivering solid performance for regional and executive missions. With an average fuel burn of just 69 gallons per hour, it provides an excellent balance of speed and fuel efficiency. The cabin of the Beechcraft King Air 260 measures 4'1" high, 4'0" wide, and 10'0" long, totaling 164 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to comfortably accommodate up to 9 passengers, it provides a quiet, well-appointed space suited for business or leisure travel. The aircraft requires only 2,800 feet for takeoff and 2,500 feet for landing, making it ideal for operations on short and unimproved runways. With advanced avionics, refined cabin features, and runway versatility, the King Air 260 stands out as a high-performance solution in the twin-turboprop market. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Beechcraft King Air 260's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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