Beechcraft King Air 260 Aircraft in Australia

Australian-registered aircraft (VH- prefix) operate under CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) certification. Active GA market with strong Daher TBM, Cirrus, Cessna and Beechcraft fleets. Outback flying creates active utility aircraft market (Cessna Caravan, Pilatus PC-12). Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth major hubs.

1 used Beechcraft King Air 260 aircraft for sale in Australia · 10-seat · updated 22 hours ago

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About the Beechcraft King Air 260

The Beechcraft King Air 260 is the latest evolution of the 200-series — featuring the Innovative Solutions & Support (IS&S) ThrustSense autothrottle and digital pressurization in a current-production light-to-mid turboprop. It carries the 200 line's proven airframe forward with the newest cabin and cockpit technology.

As a near-new model, the 260 sits at the top of the 200-family price range. It suits buyers wanting the latest King Air systems and warranty/program coverage without moving to the larger 360.

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Beechcraft King Air 260 Specifications

Model spec

The Beechcraft King Air 260 is a 10-seat multi engine turboprop with a cruise speed of 310 kt (574 km/h), a range of 1,720 nm (3,185 km).

Performance
Cruise310 kt (574 km/h)
Max Speed320 kt (593 km/h)
Range1,720 nm (3,185 km)
Service Ceiling35,000 ft (10,668 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower850 HP
Fuel Burn105.0 GPH (397 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats10
Max Gross Weight12,500 lbs (5,670 kg)
Production2020–present

1 Beechcraft King Air 260 For Sale

2022 Beechcraft King Air 260

2022 Beechcraft King Air 260 for sale
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Total Time 992
Reg# VH-YDQ Australia
Location Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Via Textron Aviation
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Beechcraft King Air 260 Price & Cost

Beechcraft King Air 260 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Beechcraft King Air 260 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (105.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$65,100/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Beechcraft King Air 260

Buying a Beechcraft King Air 260 centres on its turbine engine(s) — time to overhaul, hot-section history and any engine maintenance program — alongside airframe hours and cycles.

What to check before buying

  • Turbine engine status — hot-section and overhaul time, trend monitoring and whether the engine is on a maintenance program.
  • Airframe hours & cycles — high-utilisation turboprops accumulate cycles quickly; cycles can matter more than hours.
  • Equipment — cargo pod, floats/amphibian gear, de-ice and avionics all affect value.
  • Corrosion & logbooks — continuous records and a corrosion inspection, especially on float or marine-operated aircraft.
  • Pre-buy inspection — commission an independent pre-buy by a type-experienced shop.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beechcraft King Air 260

What is new in the Beechcraft King Air 260 vs the 250?
The King Air 260 (2020+) features a redesigned interior, upgraded Collins Fusion avionics with touchscreen controllers, autothrottle, digital pressurization, and IS&S ThrustSense. Performance specs (289 kts cruise, 1,580 nm range) are identical to the 250. The 260 is essentially a B200GT/250 with a modernized cockpit and cabin. At .78M average used vs .8M for a 250, you are paying for the latest avionics.
What does it cost to operate a King Air 260?
Annual budget is approximately .49M at 450 hours/year (,319/hr). Fuel burns 105 GPH (30/hr at /gal). The PT6A-52 engines have 3,600-hour TBO. Operating costs are essentially identical to the B200/250 — the 260 premium is in the purchase price, not ongoing operations. Enrollment on Pratts ESP engine program is recommended to smooth maintenance costs.
Should I buy a King Air 260 or a used B200 to save money?
A used B200 (.25-.6M) saves -5M over a King Air 260. Performance is identical. The tradeoff: older avionics (though many B200s have been retrofitted with Garmin G1000 or Pro Line Fusion), higher airframe hours, and aging interiors. For operators who prioritize modern avionics and low maintenance risk, the 260 wins. For budget-focused buyers, a well-maintained B200 with updated avionics is the smarter buy.

Beechcraft King Air 260 Inventory by Country

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Beechcraft King Air 260 by Decade

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Beechcraft King Air 260 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft King Air 260. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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