Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 90 vs Beechcraft King Air C90GTi
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 90 and Beechcraft King Air C90GTi: 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
- 5 / 6
- Range
- 2,150 km / 2,250 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft King Air 90 is configured for 5 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi offers 6 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 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 versus 2,250 km for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi, with cruise speeds of 435 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 $1,700/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and $1,800/hr for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi. Takeoff runway guidance is 1067 m versus 975 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 28 live public offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 14 for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi 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 90 | Beechcraft King Air C90GTi |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Beechcraft |
| Category | Turboprop | Turboprop |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Range | 2,150 km | 2,250 km |
| Cruise speed | 435 km/h | 500 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $1,700/hr | $1,800/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1067 m | 975 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 28 | 14 |
Key takeaways
The Beechcraft King Air C90GTi seats more passengers (6 vs 5). On published range, the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi covers more distance (2,250 km vs 2,150 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Beechcraft King Air 90 ($1,700/hr vs $1,800/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 (28 vs 14).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi?
Published seating is 5 for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 6 for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi?
Published range is 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 2,250 km for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 90 and the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $1,700/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and $1,800/hr for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 90 vs the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi?
EmptyJet currently lists 28 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 14 for the Beechcraft King Air C90GTi. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.