1978 Beechcraft King Air C90 for sale

1978 Beechcraft King Air C90

Multi Engine Turboprop

FOR SALE
$630,000Good Deal from 4 sources
Location Slidell, LA
Engine SMOH 10,192 hrs
Seats 8
Cruise 215 kts (398 km/h)
ICAO Type BE9L
✓ Clean NTSB 4 sources ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
Garmin GTN 650 Navigator Suite (as pictured) Garmin GTX Transponder Dual King KFC Autopilot / Flight Director ADS-B Out compliant

Description

This 1978 Beechcraft King Air C90 (SN: LJ-804) offers proven reliability and strong pedigree as a Part 135 charter aircraft, maintained to commercial standards. Equipped with Garmin GTN 650 avionics, ADS-B Out compliance, dual autopilot, and Raisbeck performance upgrades including 4-blade quiet propellers, aft body strakes, and a gross weight increase, it combines capability with comfort. With a fresh 2022 engine overhaul, recent hot section inspections, and an executive six-seat club interior, this C90 delivers an excellent balance of performance, value, and readiness for private or charter operations. KEY FEATURES: • Part 135 • Garmin GTN 650 Navigator Suite • ADS-B Out Comliant • Raisbeck Mods • Gross Weight Increase • Soundproofing Upgrades

Propeller

Raisbeck Quiet Turbofan Propellers Prop 1 Serial Number: FY1339 Prop 2 Serial Number: FY2325

Interior

New Paint 09/2005 Configuration/PAX: Executive/8 passengers General: Tan leather interior Seating: Tan leather seating, standard 4-place club w/aft right side side-facing seat, wool crew seats w/beige accents Accessories: Forward & aft hardwood dividers, aft lav w/doors Lavatory: Forward-facing belted aft lav

Exterior

Refurbished 09/2005 Colors: Matterhorn white w/orange & blue accents

Inspection

Pedigree: Part 135 charter aircraft, maintained to commercial standards

Modifications / STCs

Raisbeck Dual Aft Body Strakes

Gross Weight Increase

Raisbeck 4-Blade Propellers

Soundproofing Upgrades

Executive Six-Seat Club Interior (standard C90 Layout)

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 4 active offers

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Omni International Jet Trading
controller.com
$630,000
Corporate Aircraft Solutions
controller.com
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Atlas Air Services
controller.com
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Corporate Aircraft Solutions
aviationtrader.com.au
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Atlas Air Services
controlleremea.co.uk
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Omni International Jet Trading
aviationtrader.com.au
$652,294
Omni International Jet Trading
controlleremea.co.uk
$641,376 *
GBP £476,062
Corporate Aircraft Solutions
controlleremea.co.uk
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Beechcraft King Air C90

This 1978 Beechcraft King Air C90 is a 8-seat multi engine turboprop . There are currently 28 King Air C90 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $259,900 to $1,582,867. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $630,000.

The King Air C90 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 28,100 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 60 GPH (227 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $330/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $800/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $150,000.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
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Beechcraft King Air C90 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
215 kts (398 km/h)
Max Speed
226 kts (419 km/h)
Range
1,060 nm (1,963 km)
Ceiling
28,100 ft (8,565 m)
Max Weight
10,100 lbs (4,581 kg)
Useful Load
2,700 lbs (1,225 kg)
Fuel Capacity
384 gal (1453 L)
Fuel Burn
60 GPH (227 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
3,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

BEECHCRAFT King Air C90

Fuel Burn
60.0 GPH
~$390/hr
Variable Cost
$800/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$150,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$350,000
every 3,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the BEECHCRAFT King Air C90. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Slidell, LA

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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.

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