Posted on June 18th, 2025
The Beechcraft Super King Air 200 is a versatile and reliable twin-turboprop aircraft with a pressurized cabin that comfortably seats up to seven passengers. Known for its performance and adaptability, the aircraft is certified for all-weather operations at cruising altitudes up to 35,000 feet. It features a modern instrument flight system suitable for both day and night operations, making it a favored option for business, government, and private missions alike.
The Super King Air is part of the renowned Beechcraft King Air family—a line of twin-turboprop aircraft originally manufactured by the Beech Aircraft Corporation and now produced under the Beechcraft division of Textron Aviation. The King Air line includes four model families: the Model 90 and 100 series (standard King Airs), and the larger Model 200 and 300 series, which were originally marketed as the “Super King Air” series. The “Super” designation was officially dropped in 1996, although it remains in popular usage today.
Introduced in 1974, the Super King Air has remained in continuous production for decades, outlasting most of its turboprop competitors. The aircraft is renowned for its exceptional reliability, spacious cabin, and cost-effective operations. Today’s active King Air fleet includes the King Air 260 and 360, as well as numerous legacy models like the King Air B200 and 350, still actively flown in charter and special mission roles.
The Super King Air’s comfortable pressurized cabin, high-quality interiors, and short-field performance have made it a popular choice for regional business travel, air ambulance use, and executive shuttle service. The aircraft is capable of operating from shorter runways and remote airports where jets may be unable to land, offering flexible access to a broader range of destinations.
In addition to its civilian success, the Super King Air has seen extensive use in military operations. The U.S. Armed Forces operate various military variants under the designations C-12 Huron and UC-12. These aircraft are primarily used for personnel transport, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. While some were adapted from civilian production models, many were purpose-built for government applications, underscoring the King Air platform’s exceptional durability and versatility in mission applications.
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