The Beechcraft King Air 350 stands as one of the most trusted and capable turboprops ever built, combining an impressive 1806 nm range with the ability to carry up to 11 passengers — making it an outstanding choice for regional group travel across the Middle East, East Africa, and South Asia. Its twin Pratt & Whitney PT6A-60A engines deliver a reliable cruise speed of 312 kts, getting your group to regional destinations efficiently without the complexity of jet fuel logistics. At Prime Jet Services, we offer the King Air 350 as a smart, versatile solution for clients who need genuine capacity and range in the Turboprop category. Whether you are moving a corporate team to Muscat or a family group to the Maldives, this aircraft delivers where it matters most.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| Category | Turboprop |
| Passengers | Up to 11 |
| Baggage volume | 54 cu ft / 1.5 m³ |
| Range | 1806 nm / 3345 km (manufacturer standard conditions) |
| Cruise speed | 312 kts / 578 km/h (typical cruise) |
| Cabin length | 6.12 m |
| Cabin height | 1.45 m |
| Cabin width | 1.37 m |
| Engines | 2× Pratt & Whitney PT6A-60A |
| Year introduced | 1988 |
History & Development
The King Air 350 was introduced by Beechcraft in 1988 as an evolution of the successful King Air 200 series, featuring a stretched fuselage, winglets for improved fuel efficiency, and enhanced avionics to address growing demand for high-capacity regional turboprop travel. Certified under FAR Part 23, the aircraft quickly became a preferred platform for corporate operators, regional airlines, and government fleets worldwide due to its exceptional reliability and operational flexibility. The PT6A-60A engines represented a meaningful upgrade in power output, giving the 350 the muscle to carry heavier payloads over greater distances than its predecessors. With thousands of airframes delivered globally, the King Air 350 remains one of the best-selling turboprops in aviation history and a benchmark against which all regional turboprop aircraft are still measured.
Cabin & Comfort
The King Air 350’s 6.12-metre cabin accommodates up to 11 passengers in a club-style seating arrangement, typically configured with individual seats facing forward and aft to encourage conversation during shorter regional hops. With a cabin height of 1.45 metres and a width of 1.37 metres, the environment is intimate but well-appointed, and noise-dampening insulation significantly reduces the characteristic turboprop sound signature for a more refined experience. Generous baggage capacity of 54 cu ft is split between a rear cabin area and a dedicated nose compartment, making it easy to load luggage without compromising passenger space. Many charter-configured King Air 350s include a forward refreshment centre, a private aft lavatory, and provisions for in-flight connectivity, ensuring comfort is maintained on flights of up to four hours.
Ideal Routes from Dubai
The King Air 350’s 1806 nm range makes it well-suited to a strong selection of popular regional routes from Dubai, including Dubai to Muscat (approximately 45 minutes), Dubai to Riyadh (around 1 hour 30 minutes), and Dubai to Karachi (approximately 2 hours). It also comfortably serves leisure destinations such as Male in the Maldives, reachable in roughly 3 hours 30 minutes, and Seychelles at the outer edge of its range envelope. These routes align perfectly with the aircraft’s efficiency strengths — short to medium regional sectors where a large group can travel together without the cost of a full business jet charter.
Compare Similar Aircraft
Clients considering the King Air 350 for regional group travel frequently compare it against light and midsize jet options to weigh speed against cost and capacity. Aircraft commonly evaluated alongside the King Air 350 include the Phenom 300E, which offers jet performance for smaller groups, the Citation Latitude for those seeking a pressurised stand-up cabin with extended range, and the Challenger 350 for passengers who require transregional reach with premium comfort.
Charter the King Air 350 with Prime Jet Services
Prime Jet Services is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to arrange a tailored King Air 350 charter quotation from our Dubai base, with access to a carefully vetted global fleet and a network that extends across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Our team manages every detail — from ground handling and catering to permits and crew — with the discretion and precision that our clients expect. Contact Prime Jet Services today and let us match the right aircraft to your journey.
Typical Cabin Layout
Standard configuration shown. Actual layout varies by operator and configuration. Contact Prime Jet Services for details.
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