Beechcraft King Air E90 Aircraft in New Jersey

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The Beechcraft King Air E90 is a twin-engine turboprop produced from 1972 to 1985, an early member of the legendary King Air family. Seating up to 8 passengers, the E90 cruises at 240 knots with a range of 1,200 nautical miles, burning approximately 65 gallons per hour.

Variable hourly costs average around $850, with annual fixed costs near $140,000. The E90 appeals to operators seeking an affordable entry into turboprop ownership with the King Air brands proven reliability and strong maintenance support network.

Beechcraft King Air E90 aircraft for sale

· 8-seat · Reference price ~$850,000 ($500,000–$1,400,000) · updated recently

Beechcraft King Air E90 Specifications

Model spec

The Beechcraft King Air E90 is a 8-seat multi engine turboprop with a cruise speed of 215–260 kt (398–482 km/h), a range of 1,060–1,600 nm (1,963–2,963 km), and a useful load of 2,650–3,000 lbs (1,202–1,361 kg).

Performance
Cruise215–260 kt (398–482 km/h)
Max Speed226–280 kt (419–519 km/h)
Range1,060–1,600 nm (1,963–2,963 km)
Service Ceiling28,100–30,000 ft (8,565–9,144 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower550–750 HP
Fuel Capacity384.0 gal (1,453 L)
Fuel Burn60.0–68.0 GPH (227–257 L/h)
TBO3,500–3,600 hrs
ICAO TypeBE9L
Weights & Seats
Seats7–10
Max Gross Weight10,100–10,950 lbs (4,581–4,967 kg)
Useful Load2,650–3,000 lbs (1,202–1,361 kg)
Production1972–1985

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Beechcraft King Air E90 Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
King Air C90 1964–now 8 215 kts (398 km/h) 1,060 nm (1,963 km) 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) $259K – $1.1M The classic light King Air — entry to turbine ownership. 10
King Air 90 1966–1968 10 215 kts (398 km/h) 1,060 nm (1,963 km) 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) — The most affordable King Air — a light 6-8 seat turboprop for owner-flown travel and light charter. 3
King Air F90 1979–1985 10 260 kts (482 km/h) 1,600 nm (2,963 km) 3,000 lbs (1,361 kg) $475K – $1.3M T-tail, higher-power 90-airframe — a rarer performance variant. 12
King Air C90A 1984–1991 10 234 kts (433 km/h) 1,207 nm (2,235 km) 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) $1.4M – $1.7M Mid-generation C90 — accessible PT6 turbine with solid support. 7
King Air C90B 1992–2005 10 234 kts (433 km/h) 1,207 nm (2,235 km) 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) $995K – $1.9M Refined C90 with better props and interior — a popular owner-flown turbine. 6
King Air C90GTI 2007–now 7 215 kts (398 km/h) 1,060 nm (1,963 km) 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) — A late, glass-panel 90-series King Air — a light twin turboprop with an updated flight deck, at an accessible point in the King Air line. 2
King Air C90GT 2009–now 10 260 kts (482 km/h) 1,150 nm (2,130 km) 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) — A late 90-series King Air with more powerful engines — a light twin turboprop at an accessible point in the King Air line. 1
King Air C90GTx 2009–now 10 260 kts (482 km/h) 1,150 nm (2,130 km) 2,650 lbs (1,202 kg) $1.9M – $3.6M Modern glass-cockpit C90 — the latest, best-equipped light King Air. 4

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Beechcraft King Air E90 Price & Cost

Beechcraft King Air E90 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 E90 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (65.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$40,300/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$140,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$850/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 3,600 hrs)$280,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Beechcraft King Air E90 Value by Model Year

Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.

$3247K $2371K $1495K
$1495K
$2022K
$2198K
$3247K
$2824K
’90
’08
’14

Lowest around $1,495,000 (1990 models) · highest around $3,247,250 (2011). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Beechcraft King Air E90

Buying a Beechcraft King Air E90 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 E90

How does the King Air E90 compare to the C90?
The E90 (1972-1985) uses more powerful PT6A-28 engines (680 shp vs. 550 shp in the C90), providing better climb and cruise performance. Used prices of $400-800K are comparable to the C90. The E90 is the performance upgrade for pilots who want more power from the King Air 90 airframe. Three-blade props are standard. Same four-phase inspection program applies.

Beechcraft King Air E90 Inventory by Country

United States10

Beechcraft King Air E90 by Price

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Under $500k6

Beechcraft King Air E90 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft King Air E90. 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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