The Beechcraft King Air 260 has a variable operating cost of $1,900 per hour, positioning it as a capable and efficient turboprop in the modern King Air lineup. The King Air 260 offers an impressive range of 1,720 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 320 knots (368 mph), delivering solid performance for regional and executive missions. With an average fuel burn of just 69 gallons per hour, it provides an excellent balance of speed and fuel efficiency. The cabin of the Beechcraft King Air 260 measures 4’1″ high, 4’0″ wide, and 10’0″ long, totaling 164 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to comfortably accommodate up to 9 passengers, it provides a quiet, well-appointed space suited for business or leisure travel. The aircraft requires only 2,800 feet for takeoff and 2,500 feet for landing, making it ideal for operations on short and unimproved runways. With advanced avionics, refined cabin features, and runway versatility, the King Air 260 stands out as a high-performance solution in the twin-turboprop market.
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Beechcraft King Air 260 | Aircraft Ownership & Operating Costs Calculator
General Specifications
Typical Seating Capacity
1
/
7
Seat Full Range
635
/
731
Normal Cruise
305
/
351
Avg Pre Owned Price
7031667
Cost Per NM
6
Sample Budget
Beechcraft King Air 260
Sample Budget
| Annual Owner Hours | 200 hours per year | 325 hours per year |
|---|---|---|
| Mileage | 56000 NM | 91000 NM |
| Fuel Cost | $163750 | $266094 |
| Total Fixed Cost | $301000 | $301000 |
| Total Variable Cost | $384950 | $625544 |
| Total Hourly Cost | $3430 | $2851 |
UTILIZATION LEVELS
Typical Seating Capacity
56000
Total Hrs
56000
Mileage for Owner Hours (NM)
56000
HOURLY VARIABLE COST
ANNUAL FIXED COST
$
370,000
$
40,800
$
$
$
108,000
$
$
610,000
$
503,813
$
106,188
ANNUAL VARIABLE COST
28,375
$
177,344
$
72,000
27,625
44,375
0
0
72,000
$
98,750
$
40,625
$
388,719
ANNUAL BUDGET
$
494,906
MONTHLY BUDGET
$
41,242