Turboprop · Comparison
Beechcraft King Air 90 vs Pilatus PC-12 NG
Side-by-side Turboprop analysis of the Beechcraft King Air 90 and Pilatus PC-12 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
- 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 Pilatus PC-12 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 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 versus 3,341 km for the Pilatus PC-12 NG, 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 Pilatus PC-12 NG. 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 181 for the Pilatus PC-12 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 90 | Pilatus PC-12 NG |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Pilatus Aircraft |
| 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 | 181 |
Key takeaways
The Pilatus PC-12 NG seats more passengers (8 vs 5). On published range, the Pilatus PC-12 NG covers more distance (3,341 km vs 2,150 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Pilatus PC-12 NG ($1,600/hr vs $1,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Pilatus PC-12 NG (181 vs 28).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Pilatus PC-12 NG?
Published seating is 5 for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 8 for the Pilatus PC-12 NG.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft King Air 90 or the Pilatus PC-12 NG?
Published range is 2,150 km for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 3,341 km for the Pilatus PC-12 NG.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft King Air 90 and the Pilatus PC-12 NG?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $1,700/hr for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and $1,600/hr for the Pilatus PC-12 NG.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft King Air 90 vs the Pilatus PC-12 NG?
EmptyJet currently lists 28 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft King Air 90 and 181 for the Pilatus PC-12 NG. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.