Beechcraft King Air 350 Operating Costs

Operating the Beechcraft King Air 350 involves both fixed and variable costs that owners should carefully consider. Annual fixed expenses—including crew salaries, hangar fees, hull insurance, liability insurance, and miscellaneous costs—total approximately $467,243. Variable costs, encompassing fuel, maintenance, engine reserves, and other miscellaneous expenses, amount to about $2,069 per flight hour. Assuming an annual utilization of 300 flight hours—comprising 200 personal hours and 100 charter hours—the total operating cost is approximately $1,088,243 per year. By chartering the aircraft for 100 hours annually at an average rate of $2,500 per hour, owners can generate approximately $43,000 in revenue.