Turboprop
A proven twin-turboprop workhorse for regional travel, with a stand-up cabin, low running costs and access to smaller airfields.
The range and runway figures shown are typical manufacturer values. Fully loaded with passengers and luggage, real-world range is shorter, so Aaliya Jets advises on the right aircraft for your exact route.
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Beechcraft began developing the King Air 350 in the late 1980s as a larger, more capable successor to the King Air 300. It gained a stretched fuselage for double-club seating, a wider wing with winglets, and entered service in 1990 as the flagship of the Super King Air line.
The 350 quickly became a workhorse of business and government aviation, prized for its rugged reliability, short-runway ability and low running costs. Several hundred were delivered in its first two decades of production.
Beechcraft introduced the improved 350i in 2008, with certification following in 2009. The update focused on the cabin, adding quieter sound insulation, modern lighting and updated in-cabin technology, while keeping the proven twin-turboprop airframe.
The King Air family has been in continuous production since 1974, the longest run of any aircraft in its class, and the 350i remains one of the most trusted turboprops in private travel.
The King Air 350i is the current cabin class member of Beechcraft’s long running King Air line, itself descended from a design that first flew in the 1960s. The 350i badge was introduced in 2010 and brought a quieter, more refined interior to a proven twin turboprop that remains a benchmark for reliability and versatility.
It is powered by two Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-60A engines producing a combined 2,100 shaft horsepower, with a Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion flight deck including synthetic vision. The cabin is typically arranged in a double club for up to eight passengers, with a rear enclosed lavatory and external nacelle lockers behind the engines for additional baggage.
Typical manufacturer figures for the Beechcraft King Air 350i.
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| Category | Turboprop |
| Seats | 8 to 9 |
| Cruise speed | 578 km/h / 312 kts |
| Range | 3,334 km / 1,800 nm |
| Cabin height | 4.8 ft |
| Baggage | 4 suitcases |
How many passengers can it carry? Up to 8 in a comfortable double-club layout.
Which airports can it use? The 350i is at home on short and regional runways that many jets cannot use. Examples include Sir Bani Yas Island, Al Ain and Ras Al Khaimah in the Middle East; London Oxford, Cannes Mandelieu and Sion in Europe; and Aspen, Catalina Island and Nantucket in the United States. That often means landing closer to your final destination.
How far can it fly nonstop? Around 1,800 nautical miles, enough for routes such as Dubai to Mumbai, London to Athens or New York to Dallas without stopping. Passengers and luggage reduce the achievable range, so we advise on each route.
Is it cheaper to charter than a light jet? Often, yes. Its turboprop engines burn less fuel than light jets such as the Citation CJ or Phenom 300, which keeps hourly rates lower. It trades a little cruise speed for lower cost, a roomy cabin and access to shorter runways.
How does it compare with the Pilatus PC-12? The King Air 350i has two engines for extra redundancy and typically seats more passengers, while the single-engine PC-12 is usually the most economical option and shares the same short-runway strengths. Both are excellent for regional trips.
How much does it cost to charter per hour? As a guide, around USD 2,000 to 3,000 per hour, depending on the route, dates and operator. Aaliya Jets always quotes the real operator price, with no hidden markup.
Is there an enclosed toilet? Yes, there is an enclosed lavatory at the rear of the cabin with a privacy door.
Can you stand up in the cabin? No, the cabin stands 4 feet 9 inches tall, so passengers move about in a stoop and sit for the flight.
Can it use small or unpaved runways? Yes, the King Air is known for short and unpaved field ability, reaching many airfields that jets cannot.
How far can it fly? It has a range of up to roughly 1,800 nautical miles, enough for most regional trips in a single hop.
What routes does it suit best? It suits regional flights and trips into smaller or remote airfields, where twin engine reliability and runway flexibility matter.
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