A twin-engine turboprop combining advanced avionics, refined cabin systems, and proven King Air capability for corporate, charter, and special-mission operations.
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The King Air 360 represents the most refined evolution of the 300-series King Air. Rather than redefining the platform, Beechcraft focused on improving the pilot experience through cockpit automation, reduced workload, and enhanced passenger comfort. The aircraft builds on decades of operational experience while preserving the versatility that has made the King Air family an industry benchmark.
Buyers often compare the King Air 360 with the King Air 350, where modern systems and cockpit enhancements distinguish the current production aircraft, or the Pilatus PC-24, where jet speed is balanced against the runway flexibility and operating economics of a turboprop. The King Air 360 appeals to operators seeking a mature aircraft with broad mission capability and established global support.
Developed from the King Air 350i, the King Air 360 incorporates upgraded avionics, digital pressurization, autothrottle, and additional cockpit automation while retaining the proven 300-series airframe. Twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A turboprop engines power the aircraft, supporting excellent climb performance and efficient regional cruise. The spacious pressurized cabin remains configurable for executive, charter, medical, and special-mission roles. Rather than introducing a new airframe, the 360 refines an already successful platform through thoughtful systems integration.
312 kts
1,806 nm
15,000 lbs
Source: Textron Aviation
The King Air 360 is commonly operated by corporate flight departments, charter providers, medical transport organizations, and government agencies. Typical missions involve six to nine passengers traveling regional distances where airport accessibility and reliability remain priorities. Operators value the aircraft’s ability to combine executive comfort with operational flexibility across a wide variety of missions.
The King Air 350i introduced cabin and avionics refinements that modernized the long-running 350 platform. Improvements focused on passenger comfort, cockpit integration, and operational efficiency while retaining the proven airframe. The aircraft remained a benchmark for corporate and special-mission turboprop operations. This variant established the foundation for the later King Air 360.
The King Air 360 builds upon the 350i with digital pressurization, autothrottle, and additional flight deck automation designed to reduce pilot workload. Cabin dimensions and mission capability remain consistent with earlier 300-series aircraft while systems integration advances significantly. Operational improvements focus on refinement rather than structural redesign. This variant represents the current production evolution of the King Air platform.
The King Air 360 performs exceptionally well on regional missions requiring speed, passenger comfort, and access to airports beyond the reach of many business jets. Strong short-field performance and generous useful load allow the aircraft to adapt to executive transportation, charter service, cargo, and special-mission flying. Its combination of runway flexibility and cabin capacity continues to distinguish it within the turboprop market.
Modern integrated flight deck featuring digital pressurization, autothrottle, and advanced workload management systems.
Twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A turboprop engines providing dependable performance and operational redundancy.
Most aircraft remain close to factory configuration, with common upgrades focused on connectivity and cabin technology.
Pressurized executive cabin supporting multiple seating arrangements for passenger, medical, or special-mission operations.
Extensive worldwide support network backed by one of the largest and most experienced turboprop fleets in operation.
Corporate transportation, charter operations, medical evacuation, cargo transport, and government missions.
The King Air 360 demonstrates how thoughtful refinement can extend the relevance of a proven aircraft. Rather than pursuing dramatic changes, Beechcraft focused on reducing pilot workload, improving passenger comfort, and integrating modern automation into an already capable platform. For operators seeking maximum versatility without moving into a light jet, the King Air 360 remains one of the strongest aircraft available.
Aircraft commonly cross-shopped for similar missions or ownership priorities.
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