1973 Beechcraft King Air 90
Multi Engine Turboprop
Aircraft Details
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National Test Pilot School is selling this Beech King Air C-90. The aircraft had a chip light and high EGT requiring shutdown of the #1 engine. Metal was discovered on postflight. The aircraft can be sold as a parts aircraft at a significant price reduction - and we are taking offers. It could potentially be sold in flying condition but would require a deposit and contingent purchase agreement on engine replacement. The aircraft would then be sold at market value. AFTT: 9,444.6 / Engine 1 Pratt Whitney PT6A-20 Time Remaining: 1717.8 BUT TOAST. Engine 2 Pratt Whitney PT6A-20 Time Remaining: 1717.8. Log books available on request. Make an offer.
Engine
2 Engines, Turboprops
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Steve Rainey
trade-a-plane.com
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Contact for Price
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Mojave, CA | Apr 01, 2026 | 107 days | Active | |
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Central Virginia Aviation
aircraftdealer.com
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Call for price
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Greenville, SC | Jun 20, 2026 | 27 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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Call for Price
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VA | Jun 21, 2026 | 26 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft King Air 90
This 1973 Beechcraft King Air 90 (N71KA) is a 10-seat multi engine turboprop with 9,445 hours on the airframe. There are currently 7 King Air 90 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $229,000 to $699,000.
The King Air 90 cruises at 215 kts (398 km/h) with a range of 1,060 nm (1,963 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 30,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 65 GPH (246 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $358/hr in fuel alone. With 9,445 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,600 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Beechcraft King Air 90 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N71KA.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N71KA against the NTSB accident database.