Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 100 vs Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 100 and Pilatus PC-12 NGX: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Turboprop
- Seats
- 7 / 8
- Range
- 2,600 km / 3,341 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft King Air 100 is configured for 7 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Pilatus PC-12 NGX offers 8 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,600 km for the Beechcraft King Air 100 versus 3,341 km for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, with cruise speeds of 480 km/h and 537 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $1,800/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 100 and $1,700/hr for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Takeoff runway guidance is 1200 m versus 793 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 9 live public offers for the Beechcraft King Air 100 and 21 for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Beechcraft King Air 100 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Pilatus Aircraft |
| Category | Turboprop | Turboprop |
| Seats | 7 | 8 |
| Range | 2,600 km | 3,341 km |
| Cruise speed | 480 km/h | 537 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $1,800/hr | $1,700/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1200 m | 793 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 9 | 21 |
Key takeaways
The Pilatus PC-12 NGX seats more passengers (8 vs 7). On published range, the Pilatus PC-12 NGX covers more distance (3,341 km vs 2,600 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Pilatus PC-12 NGX ($1,700/hr vs $1,800/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX (21 vs 9).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 100 or the Pilatus PC-12 NGX?
Published seating is 7 for the Beechcraft King Air 100 and 8 for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 100 or the Pilatus PC-12 NGX?
Published range is 2,600 km for the Beechcraft King Air 100 and 3,341 km for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 100 and the Pilatus PC-12 NGX?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $1,800/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 100 and $1,700/hr for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 100 vs the Pilatus PC-12 NGX?
EmptyJet currently lists 9 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 100 and 21 for the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.