Beechcraft

Beechcraft Corporation

Beechcraft Corporation is a historic and respected American aircraft manufacturer known for producing general aviation, business aircraft, and military trainers. Founded in 1932 by Walter H. Beech and Olive Ann Beech, the company has played a foundational role in shaping the landscape of private and executive aviation. Over the decades, Beechcraft aircraft have earned a reputation for durability, performance, and versatility.

The company’s product line has included everything from light single-engine piston aircraft to twin-engine turboprops and jet-powered military trainers. Among its most recognized aircraft is the King Air series, which remains one of the most successful turboprop families worldwide. These aircraft are commonly used in corporate transport, medical evacuation (medevac), utility operations, and private charter services.

In the 1980s, Beechcraft became a division of Raytheon Aircraft Company. In 2006, it transitioned into a brand under the newly formed Hawker Beechcraft Corporation, which also included the Hawker line of business jets. Following financial restructuring, the Beechcraft brand re-emerged as an independent company in February 2013, focusing on its turboprop and piston-engine models.

Today, Beechcraft operates under the Textron Aviation umbrella—alongside Cessna—as part of Textron Inc. The brand continues to manufacture and support aircraft like the:

• King Air 90, 200, and 300 Series – Twin-engine turboprops for private, business, and utility missions
• Baron and Bonanza – Classic piston-engine aircraft for private pilots and flight training
• T-6 Texan II – A military trainer used by several global air forces

Beechcraft in Private Jet Charter

At JetOptions Private Jets, we  charter aircraft from the Beechcraft King Air family, especially the Super King Air 200 and 300 Series. These versatile turboprops are popular for short to mid-range flights, offering fuel efficiency, reliable performance, and the ability to land at airports with shorter runways or limited infrastructure.

Whether you’re traveling for business, accessing a remote destination, or seeking a cost-effective alternative to jet travel, Beechcraft aircraft are a reliable and time-tested solution.

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Explore the legacy of Beechcraft Corporation, maker of the King Air turboprops. Learn how JetOptions offers Beechcraft aircraft for charter flights in private and executive aviation.

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