1978 Beechcraft King Air C90 for sale

1978 Beechcraft King Air C90

Multi Engine Turboprop

FOR SALE
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Location Kissimmee, FL
Total Time 8,752 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,800 hrs
Seats 8
Cruise 215 kts (398 km/h)
ICAO Type BE9L
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

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Avionics & Equipment

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Description

The King Air C90 is a classic in executive aviation, renowned for its versatility, reliability, and comfort. This aircraft features recently overhauled propellers, current HSI, 8,752.4 total hours (TT), and 1,842.6 engine hours remaining, offering immediate availability and an excellent value proposition. A solid opportunity for those seeking safety, efficiency, and prestige on every flight. The owner is highly motivated to sell and is open to offers. Aircraft is based and operated in Brazil.

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About This Beechcraft King Air C90

This 1978 Beechcraft King Air C90 is a 8-seat multi engine turboprop with 8,752 hours on the airframe. There are currently 33 King Air C90 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $259,900 to $1,582,867.

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. With 8,752 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 8,752 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (3,500 hrs)
Budget $900 for pre-purchase inspection

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

Kissimmee, FL

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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

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