King Air C90

Introduction & Fun Facts

The Beechcraft King Air C90 is part of the legendary King Air family, the most produced twin-turboprop series in aviation history with over 7,500 units delivered worldwide. Renowned for its reliability and versatility, the C90 is particularly valued for its ability to land on shorter runways and access regional airports that jets cannot. This makes it a popular choice for executives and leisure travelers who need direct access to smaller destinations across Europe.

Cabin & Comfort

• Seats: 5–6 passengers

• Cabin Dimensions: 3.80 m × 1.37 m × 1.45 m

  • 12 ft 6 in × 4 ft 6 in × 4 ft 9 in

• Luggage Capacity: up to 4 medium suitcases (65 × 45 × 25 cm / 25 × 18 × 10 in) or 2 small trolleys with soft bags

• Layout: Club seating with fold-out tables

• Lavatory: Optional rear, non-enclosed (belted seat)

The cabin offers a practical and comfortable environment for regional travel. Its pressurization ensures a smooth ride, while the club seating arrangement makes it functional for both business and leisure trips.

Catering Onboard

Catering on the King Air C90 is light and tailored for regional flights:

• Refreshments: water, soft drinks, juices, tea, coffee

• Light snacks: sandwiches, pastries, fresh fruit

• Premium wines or champagne available upon request

Due to limited galley space, catering is simple and cold, but can be customized in advance for your trip.

Performance & Specs

• Range: up to 2,400 km / 1,490 mi / 1,300 nautical miles (≈ 3.5 hours of flight)

• Cruising Speed: 450 km/h / 280 mph / 240 knots

• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney PT6A turboprops

• Take-off Distance: ≈ 1,000 m / 3,280 ft

• Maximum Ceiling: 9,000 m / 29,500 ft

Popular Routes & Prices in Europe

The King Air C90 is ideal for short-haul European connections, combining efficiency with the flexibility to access airports closer to your final destination.

• Geneva – Milan: from €3,500

• Zurich – Nice: from €4,000

• Paris – Luxembourg: from €3,200

• Geneva – Munich: from €3,800

Prices are indicative and subject to aircraft availability and seasonality.

Why Choose the King Air C90

• Access to regional airports with shorter runways

• More cost-efficient than jets on short-haul flights

• Proven reliability and safety record

• Ideal for regional business trips and quick leisure escapes

Technical Data

• Aircraft Type: Twin Turboprop

• Manufacturer: Beechcraft (Textron Aviation)

• Range: 2,400 km / 1,490 mi / 1,300 nm

• Cruise Speed: 450 km/h / 280 mph / 240 knots

• Seats: 5–6 passengers

• Cabin Dimensions: 3.80 m × 1.37 m × 1.45 m (12 ft 6 in × 4 ft 6 in × 4 ft 9 in)

• Luggage Capacity: 4 medium suitcases or equivalent soft bags

• Lavatory: Optional, non-enclosed rear seat