King Air C90GTx, 250 and 350i Report - Fusion

PRODUCT COMPARISON

KING AIR

C90GTX, 250 and 350i THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS AIRCRAFT

INTRODUCTION

This report compares the legendary King Air family of aircraft: the C90GTx, King Air 250 and the 350i. The goal of this comparison is to help an aircraft buyer distinguish which King Air is best suited for his particular missions.

The King Air C90GTx includes a two-part upgrade with a gross weight increase for better range/payload capability and composite winglets enhance aircraft handling and performance capabilities. New swept blade propellers and standard aft ventral strakes further improve takeoff performance.

The King Air 250 features new BLR Aerospace composite winglets to improve efficiency in all phases of flight, composite propellers that provide new technology and lighter weight, and engine induction modifications to improve performance.

The King Air 350i was announced during the 61st Annual National Business Aircraft Association Convention Exhibition (NBAA) on October 5, 2008 in Orlando, Florida. The airplane was certified in January 2010.

King Air C90GTx

King 250

King Air 350i

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The following is a quick synopsis of the comparison between the King Air C90GTx, 250 and 350i:

EACH KING AIR IS SINGLE PILOT CERTIFIED. THE KING AIR C90GTx IS LESS EXPENSIVE TO PURCHASE (2016 OEM STANDARD EQUIPPED PRICE) King Air C90GTx $3,891,800

King Air 250 $6,106,025

King Air 250 EP $6,231,025

King Air 350i $7,405,225

KING AIR 350i HAS A LONGER CABIN WITH MORE AVAILABLE SEATS ■ Each King Air has the same cabin width and height

■ The King Air 350i cabin is almost 3 feet (0.91 m.) longer than the 250 and 6 feet (1.82 m.) longer than the C90GTx

■ Assuming standard configurations, the King Air 350i can seat 8 or more passengers whereas the King Air 250 seats 7 passengers and C90GTx seats 6 passengers

KING AIR 350i FEATURES THE FASTEST CRUISE SPEED ■ The King Air 250, 250 EP and 350i cruise speeds are more than 300 knots.

King Air C90GTx 270 knots (311 mph / 500 kph)

King Air 250 310 knots (357 mph / 574 kph)

King Air 250 EP 308 knots (354 mph / 570 kph)

King Air 350i 312 knots (359 mph / 578 kph)

ESTIMATED DIRECT OPERATING COSTS PER NAUTICAL MILE FOR EACH AIRPLANE PER NAUTICAL MILE PER HOUR

King Air C90GTx $3.48 $844.87

King Air 250/250 EP $3.70 $1,059.13

King Air 350i $3.73 $1,082.49

KING AIR 350i HAS MORE RANGE ■ The King Air 350i has the biggest advantage in range/payload (1 pilot, 4 passengers, 100 nm

alternate) with the 250 EP offering a similar range.

King Air C90GTx 975 nautical miles (1,806 km)

King Air 250 1,120 nautical miles (2,074 km)

King Air 250EP 1,509 nautical miles (2,795 km)

King Air 350i 1,533 nautical miles (2,839 km)

KING AIR FEATURES & BENEFITS

This section highlights some of the aircraft characteristics that customers have found to be particularly attractive.

SAFETY ■ Twin engine safety: Continued safe operation even in the unlikely event of an engine failure

■ Fuselage and wing are designed and tested to have an unlimited life structural requirement. No scheduled retirement or replacement requirements for the fuselage and wing

■ Certified for flight into known icing conditions. Electric windshield heat for demisting (this is especially valuable during descents into humid destinations).

■ Standard brake anti-ice system prevents ice formation on brakes during winter operation in rain or slush

■ Engine inlets remain free from water ingestion during take-off or landing on runways with standing water.

■ Reverse pitch available throughout the landing roll provides supplemental braking (especially effective in wet and icy conditions)

■ Automatic propeller feathering standard

■ Windshield wipers provide excellent visibility during heavy rain.

■ Fire retarding materials used throughout interior.

FLEXIBILITY Each King Air features a center of gravity envelope that is centered on its cabin. There are no artificial constraints placed on location of passengers, baggage or cargo. (King Air 350i shown below)

The passive noise reduction features include the incorporation of 26 electronically tuned dynamic

vibration absorbers, acoustic insulation and Scotchdamp and

bagged insulation to further reduce cabin noise and vibration levels.

Dynamic vibration absorber

Bagged Insulation and Scotchdamp

KING AIR FEATURES & BENEFITS (CONTINUED)

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE ■ More head and shoulder room, a trademark of King

Air’s “squared oval” cabin.

■ Quiet cabin” passive noise reduction features 26 electronically tuned Dynamic vibration absorbers which provide low cabin noise levels, resulting in a better environment for work or relaxation

■ All new LED lighting — reading, table, indirect, downwash, floor accent

■ Standard comfort features including direct and indirect cabin lighting and electrically adjustable cabin window shading.

■ Generous cabin entrance with “air stair” door and cargo door option.

■ Belted lavatory certified for takeoff and landing

■ Vapor-cycle air-conditioning and supplemental ground cooling and heating as standard equipment.

■ Internal baggage storage with in-flight access for passenger convenience. (350i shown below left, C90GTx right)

KING AIR FEATURES & BENEFITS (CONTINUED)

ENGINES AND PROPELLERS Two fuel efficient and reliable Pratt & Whitney PT6A engines.

■ King Air C90GTx has the PT6A- 21 engines, flat rated at 550 shaft horsepower (SHP) each

■ King Air 250 has the PT6A-52 engines, flat rated at 850 SHP each

■ King Air 350i has the PT6A-60A engines, flat rated at 1,050 SHP each

Four blade, dynamically balanced constant speed Hartzell propellers have a large cavity hub which provides for precise synchrophasing to keep cabin sound levels low.

RUGGED LANDING GEAR PROVEN IN MILITARY PILOT TRAINING PROGRAMS; HIGH OPERATIONAL AIRSPEEDS

■ Quiet, dependable operation through hydraulic actuation

■ Reliable hydraulic multiple disk brakes for long brake life

■ High landing weight (100% of maximum takeoff weight) allows the King Air 250 and 350i to perform multiple, unrefueled short leg trips without the landing weight restrictions.

■ Dual tire main gear on the King Air 250 & 350i provides valuable safety and outstanding operation on paved and unimproved runways alike.

King Air 350i

King Air 250

King Air C90GTx

KING AIR C90GTx TWO PART UPGRADE - THE 90X PACKAGE

BLR Aerospace composite winglets improve efficiency in all phases of flight. Winglets increase lift and reduce drag and stall speeds. And because of their composite construction, the winglets add very little weight to the airplane.

The Increased Gross Weight Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) developed by Centex Aerospace applies to King Air C90 and E90 models with standard engines or Pratt & Whitney PT6A-135A engines. The STC approves the following:

■ C90 and C90A (LJ-577 to LJ-1137) payload increase by 835 lb. to a new max gross takeoff weight of 10,485 lb.

■ C90A (LJ-1138 and subsequent) payload increase by 335 lb. to a new max gross takeoff weight of 10,485 lb.

■ E90 aircraft payload is increased by 400 pounds to a new max takeoff weight of 10,500 lb.

■ Carbon fiber winglet increases overall wingspan 3 ft. 5 in. (104 cm)

■ New wingspan – 53 ft. 8 in. (16.38 m.)

■ Increases wing aspect ratio

■ Reduces induced drag

KING AIR C90GTx PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT PACKAGE

The benefits of improved take off, climb and landing performance resulted from the incorporation of Raisbeck Engineering’s performance enhancement package consisting of swept-blade propellers and dual aft body strakes.

The King Air C90GTx features the Hartzell swept blade turbofan propeller with a 30-degree blade sweep and 96-inch diameter (6-inch increase).

■ Outstanding ramp presence.

■ The propeller provides more takeoff and climb thrust with less noise in the cockpit.

■ The aircraft’s takeoff distance was reduced by 23 percent, from 2,575 feet to 1,984 feet.

■ Slower approach speeds provide 10 percent shorter landing distances over a 50 foot obstacle from 2,400 feet to 2,160 feet.

In addition to the new propeller, dual aft body strakes were added.

■ Improved directional stability.

■ Improved passenger ride.

■ Better handling characteristics.

Other improvements include a new high-speed nose gear tire.

KING AIR C90GTX STRENGTHS AND ATTRIBUTES

The King Air C90GTx continues to be the product of choice for companies, governments and individuals around the world. This is primarily due to its comfort and economy, and its flexibility to serve major business hubs and grass strips alike. Operating with unmatched turboprop efficiency on typical trips, the C90GTx is also able to complete missions into shorter runways not accessible by jets.

The following summary of key strengths and attributes support the C90’s leadership position:

■ Increase in maximum ramp and maximum takeoff weights provides a full-fuel payload capability which is double that of the C90GTi

The gross weight increase is a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) which increases the max takeoff weight from 10,100 lb. to 10,485 lb. thus increasing the allowable payload by 385 lb.

■ Composite winglets improves climb performance and further increase fuel efficiency

The winglet system increases wing aspect ratio to reduce induced drag and allows the airplane to climb faster and burn less fuel. The winglet system provides superior handling qualities during low speed flight and at higher flight levels

■ Performance Enhancement Package including Raisbeck/Hartzell swept blade technology and dual aft strakes reduces takeoff and landing distances

■ Multi-Engine redundancy for peace of mind

Two engines provide two sources for pressurization, two pneumatic sources, two sources for deice and two generators feeding a triple redundant electrical system

■ Doppler weather radar with turbulence detection now standard

■ WAAS GPS with LPV Approach

■ Video capable MFD

■ Ability to operate from unimproved airfields as well as major airports provides trip flexibility

■ Beechcraft’s global customer support: general aviation’s largest technical and field support network, and tip-to-tail warranty the King Air C90GTx represents the tradition of Beechcraft quality

KING AIR 250 RAM AIR RECOVERY SYSTEM

The King Air 250 features a Ram Air Recovery System which maximizes airflow to the engine induction inlet. This allows the engine to operate more efficiently and retains the same power with ice vanes deployed as when the ice vanes are stowed.

BENEFITS ■ 20° cooler ITT at equal Torque

■ 8% increase in available SHP

■ Increased fuel efficiency (8-11%)

■ Ice vanes may be deployed at any time – up to ISA +27°C

■ Deploying ice vanes on the ground and during takeoff and landing minimizes the risk of foreign object damage

KING AIR 250 WINGLETS AND HARTZELL COMPOSITE PROPELLERS

BLR Aerospace composite winglets improve efficiency in all phases of flight. Winglets increase lift and reduce drag and stall speeds, and because of their composite construction, the winglets add very little weight to the airplane.

Hartzell Composite Propellers are more than 60 pounds (27.2 kg.) lighter than the aluminum props they replace.

■ Easier to repair at overhaul

■ Less weight than aluminum props

■ Reduces cabin noise

■ TBO 4,000 hours or 6 years

■ Warranty: 36 months or 2,000 hours

■ Four blade, dynamically balanced constant speed Hartzell propellers have a large cavity hub which provides for precise synchrophasing to keep cabin sound levels low.

■ Reverse pitch available throughout the landing roll provides supplemental braking (especially effective in wet and icy conditions).

■ Carbon fiber winglet increases overall wingspan 3 ft. 5 in. (104 cm)

■ New wingspan – 57 ft. 11 in. (17.65 m.)

■ Increases wing aspect ratio

■ Reduces induced drag

KING AIR 250 STRENGTHS AND ATTRIBUTES

The King Air 250 continues to be the product of choice for companies, governments and individuals around the world. This is primarily due to its comfort, economy, and its flexibility to serve major business hubs and small airports alike.

The following summary of key strengths and attributes support the King Air 250 leadership position:

■ Engine induction modifications improve runway performance particular in hot and high airport elevations

■ Composite propellers provide new technology combined with lighter weight

■ BLR Aerospace composite winglets to improve flight efficiency in all phases of flight

■ The most successful business airplane design. Due to its flexibility the King Air 200/B200 has outsold every other single line of business airplanes, jet or turboprop.


■ Beechcraft’s global customer support: general aviation’s largest technical and field support network, and tip-to-tail warranty the King Air 250 represents the tradition of Beechcraft quality.

KING AIR 250 WITH ENHANCED PAYLOAD OPTION

The standard King Air 250 is certificated in the Part 23 category which limits Max Takeoff Weight to 12,500 lb. This can be payload limiting for some longer range operations.

The Enhanced Payload option is now available for the King Air 250. This option increases the Max Takeoff Weight to 13,520 lb. increasing the Useful Load (Payload/Fuel) which provides more range for any given payload.

KING AIR 250 AND 250 EP PASSENGERS VS RANGE COMPARISON

KING AIR 350i STRENGTHS AND ATTRIBUTES

The King Air 350i continues to be the product of choice for companies, governments and individuals around the world. This is primarily due to its comfort, economy, and its flexibility to serve major business hubs and small airports alike.

The following summary of key strengths and attributes support the King Air 350i leadership position:

■ A new standard of quiet. Experience class leading cabin sound level with Beechcraft’s “Serenity System”. This system incorporates the latest in passive noise cancellation and isolation technology

■ The King Air is the pioneer of the green movement. Move more weight, cabin volume and people for less fuel, cost and environmental impact)


■ Beechcraft’s global customer support: general aviation’s largest technical and field support network, and tip-to-tail warranty the King Air 350i represents the tradition of Beechcraft quality

KING AIR 350i CABIN & SYSTEMS

Brief highlights of some of the aircraft characteristics customers have found to be particularly attractive:

COMFORT ■ Constant headroom throughout the cabin and squared oval cabin cross section provides more

head, shoulder, leg room and room for passenger amenities and equipment.

■ The passive noise reduction features include the incorporation of 32 electronically tuned dynamic vibration absorbers, acoustic insulation, Scotchdamp and bagged insulation to further reduce cabin noise and vibration levels

■ Internal baggage storage with in-flight access for passenger convenience.

■ Generous cabin entrance with “air stair” door and cargo door option.

■ Dual temperature controls for cockpit and cabin comfort.

■ Standard comfort features including direct and indirect cabin lighting and electronically dimmable cabin windows.

■ Vapor-cycle air air-conditioning. Supplemental electric cabin heating.

■ Flushing toilet fitted as standard.

STANDARD INFLIGHT WI-FI CONNECTIVITY

The King Air 350i and 250 (available option on the C90GTx) features a wireless network server which can be connected to one of two GogoTM systems. Both let you surf the Internet, send and receive emails with attachments, and log into your corporate VPN using your own laptop, smartphone and tablet.

Performing at the fastest, most affordable airborne data speeds, Gogo Biz allows you to use your wireless devices in the air the way you do on the ground to keep you every bit as connected and productive.

Customers can select from either:

US Domestic

• Gogo ATG 5000 Transceiver with Gogo Biz™ Service

Provides a broadband data connection operational above 10,000 feet above ground level (AGL) in the U.S. and portions of Canada and Alaska, providing a mobile broadband experience. (Requires Gogo Biz Data Subscription Service).

The system offers wireless internet access for multiple users in the aircraft cabin and cockpit and is compatible with IEEE 802.11 wireless-equipped personal devices such as laptops, tablets, and handheld devices. (Average connection speeds vary depending upon number of users and other factors.

Or:

International

• Gogo Aviator 200 SwiftBroadband Satellite Service

The Aviator 200 system uses Inmarsat’s I-4 geostationary satellites, which offer service coverage in multiple regions around the world. (Gogo Business Aviation SwiftBroadband service charges apply).

The system offers wireless internet access for multiple users in the aircraft cabin and cockpit and is compatible with IEEE 802.11 wireless-equipped personal devices such as laptops, tablets, and handheld devices. The system is operational both in flight and on the ground (when a clear line of sight to the nearest satellite is available) and provides customers with connectivity speeds up to a maximum of 200 kbps. (Average connection speeds vary depending upon number of users and other factors).

ROCKWELL COLLINS PRO-LINE FUSION

AN INTEGRATED APPROACH TO FLIGHT DECK EFFICIENCY Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion brings a whole new level of technology to the King Air. The Fusion System consists of three 14.1 inch LCD touchscreen-enabled displays: a Primary Flight Displays (PFD) on the pilot’s and copilot’s panels and a Multi-Function Display (MFD) located in the center of the panel. Each display is capable of being configured to display information in full screen, half screen and quarter screen windows. The avionics system is completely ‘NextGen ready’ with ADS-B Out, WAAS/LPV.

This integrated system simplifies single-pilot operation and adds an extra level of safety to the King Airs. This state of the art system features touchscreen enabled pilot’s and co-pilot’s Primary Flight Display (PFD), a Multi-Function Display (MFD) with complete Engine Indicating and Crew Alerting System (EICAS) as well as the latest in safety and capability enhancing equipment including TAWS and TCAS.

The strategic “heads-up” placements of the Flight Director and Autopilot enhance situational awareness and increase safety. The pilot can make critical altitude, heading and navigational changes without ever looking down as the Rockwell Collins Flight Guidance System provides accurate and reliable guidance as it locks on to various navigation points and approaches.

Certified for single or two pilot operations.

King Air 250 Shown


INTERACTIVE TOUCH NAVIGATION The primary and multi-function displays incorporate touchscreen technology to allow for interactive control of display functions. The screens feature resistive screen technology for consistent, accurate input even if you are wearing gloves.

The screens are coated for scratch and fingerprint resistance and are easily cleaned using water and a microfiber cloth.

The touchscreens are intuitive to use, can be easily configured for each stage in flight, and will quickly become the preferred method of interfacing with the aircraft avionics system. You can for example modify your flight plan or route around bad weather simply by touching your route on the map.

PILOT CONFIGURABLE Pilot interface is icon driven and can be easily configured to suit individual preferences for each stage of flight. Each screen is fully customizable with various spilt screen options available.

Each ‘window’ can then be configured simply by dragging and dropping the available displays.

Here for example, the pilot has split the screen in half and selected map display on the left side and chart display on the right side. There are 6 factory display preset screen configurations available for each stage of flight: from pre-flight check list to approach and land. Two additional presets are user configurable.


PRIMARY FLIGHT DISPLAY The view shows a full screen mode view of the Primary Flight Display. The PFD includes primary attitude, heading, altitude, airspeed, navigation, flight guidance and pilot selectable formats.

Synthetic vision is included as standard and uses a terrain database and current position information to generate a virtual landscape image for the PFD background. The synthetic image dynamically changes, giving the pilot better situational awareness of the surrounding terrain and obstacles, and the airports and runways in the flight plan.

In the depiction shown here of an approach into Aspen, the aircraft is shown turning onto approach. The shaded dome is Rockwell Collins’ patented airport depiction that better orients the pilot destination airport from the top of the descent. As the aircraft approaches the shading fades to reveal the airport runway detail and a runway extended centerline with mile markers provides additional positional information.

The EFIS displays are also capable of displaying TCAS and TAWS information.

MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY On the left side of the center multi-function display (MFD) the Engine Indicating and Crew Alerting System is permanently displayed. The EICAS provides electronic display of primary engine operating information and provides alerts and display changes when operating outside limits. Crew alerts include caution, warning, advisory and status annunciators.

Here the display has been split to show the moving map on the right side and charts on the left side. Built-in, geo-referenced electronic navigation charts that display your aircraft position provide enhanced situational awareness during approaches. Airport charts can be selected to make surface navigation easier.

The charts themselves can be further split to show the approach profile.


FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Integral to the Fusion system is a dual Flight Management System (FMS) the pages of which can be displayed on any screen. The system is capable of using VOR/DME, DME/DME and GPS signals to determine position.

The FMS provides RNP 0.3 accuracy, WAAS/LPV approach capability and Radius-to- fix (RF) legs.

PRIMARY PILOT INTERFACES Primary pilot interface with the Fusion system is likely to be through touchscreen control, however all functions can also be accessed through cursor control panels and a keypad located on the center pedestal. These controls are intuitive and easy to use and allow for easy selection of the icon based menu system.

Just like the touchscreens, the cursor controls are designed to keep the pilot’s heads-up and eyes forward during most routine operations.

SUMMARY OF MAJOR DIFFERENCES

While the C90GTx, 250 and the 350i share many features of the King Air family of aircraft there are several differences which are noted below.

■ Avionics – The King Air C90GTx, 250 and 350i have the latest Collins Fusion avionics (C90GTx Fusion certification due mid-2016).

■ Certification Basis – All of the aircraft are certified under F.A.R. Part 23 but the King Air 350i is certified in the “commuter category”.

■ Cabin length – The King Air 350i cabin is nearly three feet (0.91 m.) longer than the 250 and almost seven feet (2.1 m.) longer than the C90GTx.

■ Seating – The King Air 350i standard seating arrangement holds nine passengers while the King Air 250 holds seven and the King Air C90GTx seats five.

■ Propeller Reversing – The King Airs have the capability to use propeller reversing on landing.

■ Operational Flexibility - The King Air C90GTx or 250 Operator can utilize TOFL, Accelerate Stop or Accelerate GO as the operational basis.

■ Noise Attenuation – Each airplane includes a passive noise management system.

KING AIR STANDARD CABIN PLAN COMPARISON

King Air 350i Nacelle Lockers add 16.0 cu. ft. / 600 lb. of baggage.

KING AIR CABIN CROSS SECTION

The cabin cross sections are the same size, providing a relaxed, comfortable flight regardless of which King Air you chose.

MAXIMUM PAYLOAD COMPARISON

The design of the King Air 350i allows a full complement of passengers to be carried (up to 7 passengers + baggage) and a full fuel capacity.

Any payloads more than what is noted below for the King Air C90GTx and 250 would mean offloading fuel with a consequent loss of range.

TAKEOFF PERFORMANCE COMPARISON

The King Air C90GTx and 250 flight manuals provide its pilots with three types of information with which to manage operations at short airfields. For example:

1. All engine takeoff distance

2. Accelerate-stop distance, in the unlikely event of a runway emergency.

3. Accelerate-go distance, in the less likely event of a single engine failure after rotation.

The King Air C90GTx and 250 pilots can select the runway requirement that best matches the overall considerations of airport, terrain, weather and any other variable.

Notice that the King Air 250 requires less distance for takeoff. This is due to the modifications to the air induction system of the engine.

Since the King Air 250 EP and 350i are certified under the more stringent commuter category it takes into consideration the longest of accelerate stop/accelerate go, or the two engine distance to takeoff and reach 35 feet above the runway plus 15%. This is known as Balanced Field Length.

CRUISING SPEEDS AND SECTOR TIMES

Trip Length Time Block Speed

(kt) Block Speed (mph / kph)

300 nm (556 km)

C90GTx 250/250 EP

350i

1:14 1:03 1:02

243 286 290

280 / 450 329 / 609 334 / 619

600 nm (1,111 km)

C90GTx 250/250 EP

350i

2:22 2:03 2:02

254 293 298

292 / 541 337 / 624 343 / 635

1,000 nm (1,852 km)

C90GTx 250/250 EP

350i

3:56 3:28 3:27

254 289 290

292 / 541 333 / 617 334 / 619

PAYLOAD/RANGE COMPARISON

The chart below compares the range and payload of the King Air C90GTx, 250 and 350i at high-speed cruise.

FLIGHT PROFILE ASSUMPTIONS

A typically equipped basic operating weight is assumed. Each profile assumes cruise climb to altitude, cruise at ISA and descent to the destination airport. The profiles are based on performance data from the pilot’s operating handbooks. The profiles were prepared using the following criteria:

Distance All distances are in nautical miles.

Winds No enroute winds are assumed.

Passengers This is the number of passengers indicated at 200 lb. each (170 lb. and 30 lb. baggage).

Cruise Alt. / Power Setting Cruise altitudes are typical for the trip lengths flown. High Speed Cruise (HSC) power setting is used.

Take-off Weight Take-off weight includes aircraft empty weight, one pilot, the indicated passenger load, sector fuel (less

taxi-out fuel) and the reserve fuel.

Sector Fuel Fuel used includes taxi-out, take-off, climb, cruise and descent.

Sector Time Flight time is from lift-off to touchdown and includes climb, cruise and descent.

Reserve Fuel Reserve fuel is based on an NBAA IFR reserve profile with an alternate of 100 nm.

FLIGHT PROFILE ANALYSIS

Take-off Num Total Cruise Power ReserveRoute Distance Weight Time Fuel Pax Payload Alt Setting Fuel

(nm) (lb) (hr:min) (lb) (lb) (lb)

King Air C90GTx 100 8,884 0:27 328 4 800 11,000 HSC 531King Air 250 100 10,637 0:24 392 4 800 11,000 HSC 710King Air 350i 100 12,571 0:23 413 8 1,600 11,000 HSC 668



King Air C90GTx 400 9,488 1:37 932 4 800 23,000 HSC 531King Air 250 400 11,291 1:23 1,046 4 800 29,000 HSC 710King Air 350i 400 13,215 1:24 1,058 8 1,600 29,000 HSC 668

King Air C90GTx 500 9,698 1:59 1,142 4 800 23,000 HSC 531King Air 250 500 11,515 1:43 1,270 4 800 29,000 HSC 710King Air 350i 500 13,429 1:44 1,272 8 1,600 29,000 HSC 668





King Air C90GTx 1,000 10,425 4:12 1,869 4 800 27,000 INT 531King Air 250 1,000 12,392 3:28 2,147 4 800 33,000 HSC 710King Air 350i 1,000 14,291 3:30 2,133 8 1,600 33,000 HSC 668

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ESTIMATED DIRECT OPERATING COSTS

King Air King Air King Air C90GTx 250/250 EP 350i

FUEL ($): @ $5.00 per U.S. Gallon ............................................................. 435.00 620.00 640.00

(Gallons per Hour) 1 .......................................................................... (87) (124) (128)

MAINTENANCE COST ($): Labor - @ $99.00 per Man-hour ................................................... 96.03 96.03 96.03

(Man-hours per Flight hour) 3 ....................................................... (0.97) (0.97) (0.97)

ProAdvantage Parts - airframe and avionics 3........................... 108.80 108.80 108.80

ENGINE RESTORATION ($): PowerAdvantage Engine Maintenance Program 4 .................... 198.50 227.42 229.28

Propeller Overhaul Reserve 2 ......................................................... 6.54 6.88 8.38

Total Direct Operating Costs per Hour ($) .................................. $844.87 $1,059.13 $1,082.49

Average Speed (300 nm mission) 1 ................................................. 243 286 290

Cost per Nautical Mile ($) ............................................................. $3.48 $3.70 $3.73

Source: 1. Fuel burn/speed assumes a 300 nm trip. Source: B&CA Purchase Planning Handbook (May 2015) 2. Labor man hours per flight hour and prop overhaul reserve from Conklin de Decker Aircraft Cost Evaluator (Fall 2015) 3. 2016 ProAdvantage program. Minimum annual flight hours apply. Parts cost for years 1-2 is $29.00 per hour. Years 3-

5 cost is $162.00 per hour. 4. 2016 ProAdvantage program. Rates applicable up to 2,000 hours total time.

All rates are subject to adjustment for economic escalation each year.

AIRCRAFT WEIGHT STATEMENT

KA C90GTx KA 250 KA250 EP KA 350i

DESIGN WEIGHTS Max. Ramp Weight ..................................................... 10,545 lb. 12,590 lb. 13,510 lb. 15,100 lb. Max. Takeoff Weight ................................................... 10,485 lb. 12,500 lb. 13,420 lb. 15,000 lb. Max. Landing Weight .................................................... 9,832 lb. 12,500 lb. 12,500 lb. 15,000 lb. Max. Zero Fuel Weight .................................................. 9,378 lb. 11,000 lb. 11,000 lb. 12,500 lb. Fuel Capacity ................................................................ 2,573 lb. 3,645 lb. 3,645 lb. 3,611 lb.

WEIGHT BREAKDOWN Basic Empty Weight * .................................................. 7,065 lb. 8,600 lb. 8,650 lb. 9,755 lb. 1 pilot ............................................................................... 200 lb. 200 lb. 200 lb. 200 lb.

Basic Operating Weight ................................................ 7,265 lb. 8,800 lb. 8,850 lb. 9,955 lb. Max. Payload ................................................................ 2,113 lb. 2,200 lb. 2,150 lb. 2,545 lb. Useful Load ................................................................... 3,280 lb. 3,790 lb. 4,660 lb. 5,145 lb.

* Typically Equipped Basic Empty Weight includes standard interior, Fusion avionics, unusable fuel and oil

SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE


CHARACTERISTICS Seating (Crew + Pax) ................................................... 1 + 7 / 8 1 + 8 / 10 1 + 8 / 10 1 + 9 / 11 Wing Loading (lb/sq. ft.) ................................................ 35.5 lb. 40.3 lb. 43.3 lb. 48.4 lb. Power Loading .......................................................9.53 lb./SHP 7.35 lb./SHP 7.89 lb./SHP 7.14 lb./SHP Noise: Takeoff ............................................................... 74.8 dBA 81.24 dBA 85.3 dBA 72.1 dBA

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS Length ......................................................................... 35 ft. 6 in. 43 ft. 10 in. 43 ft. 10 in. 46 ft. 8 in. Height .......................................................................... 14 ft. 3 in. 14 ft. 10 in. 14 ft. 10 in. 14 ft. 4 in. Span ............................................................................ 53 ft. 8 in. 57 ft. 11 in. 57 ft. 11 in. 57 ft. 11 in.

ENGINES Manufacturer .................................................................. 2 P&WC 2 P&WC 2 P&WC 2 P&WC Model ......................................................................... PT6A-135A PT6A-52 PT6A-52 PT6A-60A Output (SHP/ISA+) ................................................. 550 / 30° C 850 / 37°C 850 / 37°C1,050 / 10° C Inspection Interval ...................................................... 3,600 hrs. 3,600 hrs. 3,600 hrs. 3,600 hrs.

WEIGHTS Max Ramp ................................................................... 10,545 lb. 12,590 lb. 13,510 lb. 15,100 lb. Max Takeoff ................................................................ 10,485 lb. 12,500 lb. 13,420 lb. 15,000 lb. Max Landing ................................................................. 9,832 lb. 12,500 lb. 12,500 lb. 15,000 lb. Max Zero Fuel ............................................................... 9,378 lb. 11,000 lb. 11,000 lb. 12,500 lb. Basic Operating ........................................................... 7,265 lb. 8,800 lb. 8,850 lb. 9,955 lb.

PAYLOAD / CAPACITIES Max Payload ................................................................. 2,113 lb. 2,200 lb. 2,150 lb. 2,545 lb. Useful Load ................................................................... 3,280 lb. 3,790 lb. 4,660 lb. 5,145 lb. Max Fuel Capacity ........................................................ 2,573 lb. 3,645 lb. 3,645 lb. 3,611 lb. (1 US gal = 6.7 lb./US gal.) ...................................... 384 US gal. 544 US gal. 544 US gal. 539 US gal. Payload w/max fuel .......................................................... 707 lb. 145 lb. 1,015 lb. 1,534 lb. Fuel w/max payload ..................................................... 1,167 lb. 1,590 lb. 2,510 lb. 2,600 lb.

SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE (CONTINUED)

KA C90GTx KA 250/250EP KA 350i CABIN DIMENSIONS

Length ..................................................................................... 12 ft. 7 in. 16 ft. 8 in. 19 ft. 6 in. Height ........................................................................................ 4ft. 9 in. 4 ft. 9 in. 4 ft. 9 in. Width ......................................................................................... 4 ft. 6 in. 4 ft. 6 in. 4 ft. 6 in.

CABIN VOLUME Cockpit ...................................................................................... 80 cu. ft. 85 cu. ft. 85 cu. ft. Passenger Cabin ................................................................... 227 cu. ft. 303 cu. ft. 355 cu. ft. (including lav. & bag) Total Volume ........................................................................... 307 cu. ft. 388 cu. ft. 440 cu. ft.

BAGGAGE CAPACITY Heated, Pressurized Volume ................................................ 48.3 cu. ft. 55.3 cu. ft. 55.3 cu. ft. Heated, Pressurized Weight ....................................................... 350 lb. 550 lb. 550 lb. Nacelle Lockers Volume...................................................................... NA NA 16.0 cu. ft. Nacelle Lockers Weight ...................................................................... NA NA 600 lb.

PRESSURIZATION Differential ................................................................................... 5.0 PSI 6.5 PSI 6.5 PSI Sea Level Cabin To (ft.) .......................................................... 11,065 ft. 15,293 ft. 15,293 ft.



AIRPORT PERFORMANCE Takeoff Distance/Field Length Max. TO Wt., SL, ISA ...................................................... 1,984 ft. 2,111 ft. 4,005 ft. 3,300 ft. Max. TO Wt., 5,000 ft. elevation, 25°C ...................... 3,375 ft. 3,099 ft. 5,780 ft. 5,376 ft. Accelerate-Stop Distance Max. TO Wt, SL, ISA ...................................................... 3,690 ft. 3,687 ft. N/A NA Max. TO Wt, 5,000 ft. elevation, 25°C ....................... 4,855 ft. 4,859 ft. N/A NA Landing Distance 4 passengers, IFR reserves, SL, ISA ........................... 1,900 ft. 2,364 ft. 2,800 ft. 2,390 ft. Vapproach .......................................................................... 97 kt. 99 kt 99 kt 100 kt

CLIMB PERFORMANCE (MAX TAKEOFF WEIGHT) Time to Climb to FL250 .................................................. 17 min 13 min 15 min 15 min All-engine Climb Rate, flaps up ................................. 1,900 fpm 2,470 fpm 2,240 fpm 2,731 fpm All-engine Climb Gradient, flaps up ....................... 1,025 ft/nm 1,176 ft/nm 1,058 ft/min 917 ft/nm Engine-out Rate, T/O flaps ........................................... 460 fpm 682 fpm 580 fpm 552 fpm Engine-out Gradient, T/O flaps ................................. 260 ft/nm 364 ft/nm 255 ft/min 304 ft/nm

CEILINGS Certified ...................................................................... 30,000 ft. 35,000 ft. 35,000 ft. 35,000 ft. All Engine Service ....................................................... 30,000 ft. 35,000 ft. 35,000 ft. 35,000 ft. Engine-out Service ..................................................... 19,230 ft. 26,000 ft. 24,400 ft. 21,500 ft.

CRUISE PERFORMANCE High Speed Cruise Speed .............................................................................. 270 kt. 310 kt. 308 kt. 312 kt. Fuel Flow .................................................................... 612 lb./hr. 750 lb./hr. 750 lb./hr. 773 lb./hr. Altitude ............................................................................ FL 200 FL 260 FL260 FL 240 Long Range Cruise Speed ............................................................................... 208 kt. 256 kt. 233 kt 235 kt. Fuel Flow .................................................................... 332 lb./hr. 430 lb./hr. 369 lb./hr. 362 lb./hr. Altitude ............................................................................ FL 260 FL 350 FL 350 FL 330


MAXIMUM RANGE PERFORMANCE KA C90GTx KA 250 KA 250 EP KA 350i (NBAA IFR RESERVES (W/100 NM ALTERNATE) - HSC

Maximum Payload with Available Fuel Range ............................................................................. 260 nm 332 nm 851 nm 896 nm Average Speed ................................................................. 229 kt. 266 kt. 270 kt. 273 kt. Trip Fuel ............................................................................ 620 lb. 845 lb. 1,777 lb. 1,891 lb. Maximum Fuel with Available Payload Range .......................................................................... 1,026 nm 1,493 nm 1.487 nm 1,485 nm Average Speed ................................................................. 252 kt. 286 kt. 278 kt. 280 kt. Trip Fuel ......................................................................... 2,044 lb. 2,941 lb. 2,947 lb. 2,944 lb. 4 passengers (800 lb. payload) Range ............................................................................. 975 nm 1,120 nm 1,509 nm 1,533 nm Average Speed ................................................................. 251 kt. 282 kt. 279 kt. 285 kt. Trip Fuel ......................................................................... 1,949 lb. 2,255 lb. 2,949 lb. 2,953 lb. Ferry (Zero payload) Range .......................................................................... 1,045 nm 1,512 nm 1,537 nm 1,560 nm Average Speed ................................................................. 255 kt. 287 kt. 285 kt. 289 kt. Trip Fuel ......................................................................... 2,053 lb. 2,942 lb. 2,956 lb. 2,958 lb.

MISSION PERFORMANCE (4 PASSENGERS) 300 nm mission Flight Time ................................................................ 1 hr 14 min 1 hr. 03 min 1 hr 05 min 1 hr. 02 min Trip Fuel ............................................................................ 722 lb. 869 lb. 848 lb. 881 lb. Flight Level ....................................................................... FL 230 FL 250 FL250 FL 250 600 nm mission Flight Time ................................................................ 2 hr 22 min 2 hr. 03 min 2 hr. 04 min 2 hr. 02 min Trip Fuel ......................................................................... 1,353 lb. 1,494 lb. 1,471 lb. 1,470 lb. Flight Level ....................................................................... FL 230 FL 290 FL 290 FL 290 1,000 nm mission Flight Time ............................................................. 3 hr 56 min* 3 hr. 28 min 3 hr. 31 min. 3 hr. 27 min Trip Fuel ......................................................................... 1,996 lb. 2,146 lb. 2,120 lb. 2,102 lb. Flight Level ........................................................................ FL 270 FL 330 FL 330 FL 330 * 3 passengers

KING AIR WARRANTY

WARRANTY PROVIDED WITH THE PURCHASE OF A NEW KING AIR AIRCRAFT

Airframe (Fuselage, empennage, wing and control surfaces)

5 years

Company manufactured systems & components

2 years or 1,200 hours Whichever occurs first

Vendor Parts 2 years or 1,200 hours Whichever occurs first

Exterior Paint & Interior Finish 2 years or 400 hours Whichever occurs first

Rockwell Collins Avionics 5 years

Pratt & Whitney Canada Engines 5 years or 2,500 hours

Note: Labor is covered for the specified periods provided the work is performed at a properly rated Beechcraft Authorized Service Center

CAMP SYSTEMS - FACTORY AUTHORIZED MAINTENANCE TRACKING PROGRAM CAMP Systems maintenance tracking system is a program that provides computerized aircraft maintenance tracking will all data being exchanged electronically.

The CAMP Systems program is a full service aviation management system that continually monitors the entire range of aircraft maintenance and inspection requirements and brings them to the attention of the operator as they become due. CAMP Systems maintenance tracking program allows you to accurately track and predict the maintenance requirements of your aircraft.

CAMP Systems provides a dedicated analyst assigned to your aircraft to ensure that your aircraft data is as accurate and complete as possible. This is an aircraft specific program that is tailored to each specific aircraft serial number.

The first one (1) year of CAMP Systems service is provided at no charge to Buyers of a new King Air 250. Subsequent years of CAMP are available through an annual subscription.

This program reflects the company’s commitment to provide all King Air 250 operators worldwide with the finest support services available.

TEXTRON AVIATION GLOBAL SUPPORT NETWORK

With Textron Aviation’s outstanding service network, you will never be stranded without a service center nearby. Prepositioned Mobile Service Units are ready to bring technicians to your location if needed. Unique ProAdvantage maintenance programs remove uncertainty and provide a predictable operating cost budget.

ProAdvantage includes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and component removal

■ Textron Aviation administers all warranty issues; no need to deal with multiple vendors

■ Join a network that supports almost 200,000 aircraft and more than 7,000 King Airs

■ 21 Company owned and over 350 authorized service centers

■ Prepositioned Mobile Service Units ready to bring technicians to your location

■ Over 100 million parts in spares inventory ready to ship to customers

FOR MORE INFORMATION

For further information on the King Air C90GTx, 250 or 350i or any other Beechcraft product please contact:

Beechcraft Corporation One Cessna Boulevard Wichita, Kansas 67215 USA

Corporate office: (800) 949-6640 Website: www.beechcraft.com

© Beechcraft Corporation 2016. The information in this report is for comparison purposes only and is based on published data from the relevant manufacturer or from independent sources. Although every attempt is made to ensure accurate data in this report, no guarantee of actual performance or cost of operation is made or implied by Beechcraft Corporation or its subsidiaries. Data is subject to change without prior notification.

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