Beechcraft King Air

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:avionics modern glass cockpit systems
gptkbp:capacity up to 11 passengers
gptkbp:community active owner and pilot community
gptkbp:competitors gptkb:Pilatus_PC-12
gptkb:Piper_Navajo
gptkb:Cessna_Citation_series
gptkbp:crew 1 to 2 pilots
gptkbp:design_features advanced aerodynamics
high-wing configuration
large cargo door
pressurized cabin
gptkbp:engine_type turboprop
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1964
gptkbp:fuel_capacity approximately 340 gallons
gptkbp:height approximately 14 feet
gptkbp:historical_significance one of the best-selling business aircraft
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Beechcraft King Air
gptkbp:is_popular_for business aviation
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:length approximately 46 feet
gptkbp:maintenance relatively low operating costs
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Beechcraft_Corporation
gptkbp:market_segment gptkb:light_aircraft
gptkbp:max_speed approximately 300 knots
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight approximately 12,500 pounds
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Royal_Canadian_Air_Force
gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
various private operators
gptkbp:number_of_engines 2
gptkbp:operational_use short runway capabilities
ability to operate in various environments
gptkbp:operations gptkb:emergency_services
cargo transport
charter flights
flight training
gptkbp:production_years 1964 to present
gptkbp:range approximately 1,800 nautical miles
gptkbp:role twin-engine turboprop aircraft
gptkbp:safety_features autopilot systems
advanced navigation systems
de-icing systems
gptkbp:service_ceiling 35,000 feet
gptkbp:training requires multi-engine rating
requires type rating for larger variants
gptkbp:variant gptkb:King_Air_200
gptkb:King_Air_90
gptkb:King_Air_350
gptkbp:wingspan approximately 50 feet
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4