Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 90 vs Pilatus PC-12
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 90 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
- 5 / 8
- Range
- 2,150 km / 2,800 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft King Air 90 is configured for 5 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 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 versus 2,800 km for the Pilatus PC-12, 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 $1,500/hr for the Pilatus PC-12. Takeoff runway guidance is 1067 m versus 805 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 489 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 90 | Pilatus PC-12 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Pilatus Aircraft |
| Category | Turboprop | Turboprop |
| Seats | 5 | 8 |
| Range | 2,150 km | 2,800 km |
| Cruise speed | 435 km/h | 500 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $1,700/hr | $1,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1067 m | 805 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 28 | 489 |
Key takeaways
The Pilatus PC-12 seats more passengers (8 vs 5). On published range, the Pilatus PC-12 covers more distance (2,800 km vs 2,150 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Pilatus PC-12 ($1,500/hr vs $1,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Pilatus PC-12 (489 vs 28).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Pilatus PC-12?
Published seating is 5 for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 8 for the Pilatus PC-12.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Pilatus PC-12?
Published range is 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 2,800 km for the Pilatus PC-12.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 90 and the Pilatus PC-12?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $1,700/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and $1,500/hr for the Pilatus PC-12.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 90 vs the Pilatus PC-12?
EmptyJet currently lists 28 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 489 for the Pilatus PC-12. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.