Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 90 vs Daher TBM 900
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 90 and Daher TBM 900: 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 / 8
- Range
- 2,150 km / 3,341 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft King Air 90 is configured for 5 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Daher TBM 900 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 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 versus 3,341 km for the Daher TBM 900, with cruise speeds of 435 km/h and 528 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 $1,600/hr for the Daher TBM 900. Takeoff runway guidance is 1067 m versus 793 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 8 for the Daher TBM 900 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 | Daher TBM 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Daher |
| Category | Turboprop | Turboprop |
| Seats | 5 | 8 |
| Range | 2,150 km | 3,341 km |
| Cruise speed | 435 km/h | 528 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $1,700/hr | $1,600/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1067 m | 793 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 28 | 8 |
Key takeaways
The Daher TBM 900 seats more passengers (8 vs 5). On published range, the Daher TBM 900 covers more distance (3,341 km vs 2,150 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Daher TBM 900 ($1,600/hr vs $1,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 (28 vs 8).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Daher TBM 900?
Published seating is 5 for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 8 for the Daher TBM 900.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Daher TBM 900?
Published range is 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 3,341 km for the Daher TBM 900.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 90 and the Daher TBM 900?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $1,700/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and $1,600/hr for the Daher TBM 900.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 90 vs the Daher TBM 900?
EmptyJet currently lists 28 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 8 for the Daher TBM 900. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.