Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 250 vs Pilatus PC-12/47 NG
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 250 and Pilatus PC-12/47 NG: 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
- 8 / 8
- Range
- 3,333 km / 2,940 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft King Air 250 is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG 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 3,333 km for the Beechcraft King Air 250 versus 2,940 km for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG, with cruise speeds of 575 km/h and 518 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 $2,000/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 250 and $1,550/hr for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG. Takeoff runway guidance is 1095 m versus 792 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 6 live public offers for the Beechcraft King Air 250 and 20 for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG 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 250 | Pilatus PC-12/47 NG |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Pilatus Aircraft |
| Category | Turboprop | Turboprop |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 3,333 km | 2,940 km |
| Cruise speed | 575 km/h | 518 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,000/hr | $1,550/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1095 m | 792 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 6 | 20 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Beechcraft King Air 250 covers more distance (3,333 km vs 2,940 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG ($1,550/hr vs $2,000/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG (20 vs 6).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 250 or the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG?
Published seating is 8 for the Beechcraft King Air 250 and 8 for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 250 or the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG?
Published range is 3,333 km for the Beechcraft King Air 250 and 2,940 km for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 250 and the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,000/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 250 and $1,550/hr for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 250 vs the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG?
EmptyJet currently lists 6 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 250 and 20 for the Pilatus PC-12/47 NG. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.