Beech F90 King Air

Twin Turboprop· 123 globally registered

The Beechcraft King Air C90 series represents one of general aviation's most enduring success stories, with continuous production spanning more than five decades since the original Model 90 first flew in 1964. The BE9T designator covers the modern C90GTx variant, introduced in 2010 as a glass-cockpit evolution of the venerable light twin turboprop design. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-135A engines producing 750 shaft horsepower each, the C90GTx delivers a maximum cruise speed of 260 knots and a range exceeding 1,200 nautical miles, making it a capable platform for corporate shuttle, air ambulance, cargo feeder, and special-mission roles. The type's pressurized cabin accommodates up to six passengers in executive configuration, with a service ceiling of 30,000 feet that allows it to overfly most weather and operate efficiently in the flight levels. What distinguishes the C90GTx from earlier King Air 90 variants is the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite, synthetic vision, and dual flight management systems, which together bring jet-like situational awareness to the light turboprop category. The airframe retains the classic King Air T-tail and straight wing, optimized for short-field performance and docile handling characteristics that have made the series a favorite among owner-pilots and charter operators alike. With more than 3,000 King Air 90-series aircraft delivered across all variants, the type remains in active production and enjoys strong worldwide support. SkyMeter has tracked 215 flights across 55 airframes and 42 operators, with VERTIVUE LLC the largest observed operator.