Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 350i vs Pilatus PC-12
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 350i and Pilatus PC-12: 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
- 9 / 8
- Range
- 3,400 km / 2,800 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft King Air 350i is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Pilatus PC-12 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 3,400 km for the Beechcraft King Air 350i versus 2,800 km for the Pilatus PC-12, with cruise speeds of 580 km/h and 500 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 $2,200/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 350i and $1,500/hr for the Pilatus PC-12. Takeoff runway guidance is 1100 m versus 805 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 7 live public offers for the Beechcraft King Air 350i and 490 for the Pilatus PC-12 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 350i | Pilatus PC-12 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Pilatus Aircraft |
| Category | Turboprop | Turboprop |
| Seats | 9 | 8 |
| Range | 3,400 km | 2,800 km |
| Cruise speed | 580 km/h | 500 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,200/hr | $1,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1100 m | 805 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 7 | 490 |
Key takeaways
The Beechcraft King Air 350i seats more passengers (9 vs 8). On published range, the Beechcraft King Air 350i covers more distance (3,400 km vs 2,800 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Pilatus PC-12 ($1,500/hr vs $2,200/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Pilatus PC-12 (490 vs 7).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 350i or the Pilatus PC-12?
Published seating is 9 for the Beechcraft King Air 350i and 8 for the Pilatus PC-12.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 350i or the Pilatus PC-12?
Published range is 3,400 km for the Beechcraft King Air 350i and 2,800 km for the Pilatus PC-12.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 350i and the Pilatus PC-12?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,200/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 350i and $1,500/hr for the Pilatus PC-12.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 350i vs the Pilatus PC-12?
EmptyJet currently lists 7 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 350i and 490 for the Pilatus PC-12. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.