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Beechcraft King Air 260

Operating costs & specifications · Turboprops

$801,415annual budget · 325 hrs/yr
$2,078variable cost / hour
$6.81cost per nm
131.0gph fuel burn
$7,495,000avg pre-owned asking

Annual cost breakdown

Low useHigh use
Hours / year200325
Fuel$188,640$306,540
Fixed$126,000$126,000
Variable$415,640$675,415
Total / hour$2,708$2,466

Performance & dimensions

Range1,500 nm
Cruise speed280 kts · 322 mph
Seating1 crew + 7 passengers
Cabin H × W × L4' 9" × 4' 6" × 16' 8"
Interior volume361 ft³
Takeoff / landing3900 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.

Range from your airport

This model's range: 1,500 nm · 280 kt cruise

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