Hawker Premier 1A vs Beechcraft King Air 350

The Hawker Premier IA (composite light jet, ~451 kt, ~1,500 nm) and King Air 350 (large turboprop twin, ~313 kt, ~1,800 nm) are different propulsion classes — jet vs turboprop.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Hawker Premier 1A
For sale now
21
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
8
Source marketplaces
5
Model years available
2001–2012
Beechcraft King Air 350
For sale now
72
Median asking
$3,197,500
Range
$1,952,250–$5,237,500
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
27
Source marketplaces
9
Model years available
1990–2019

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Hawker Premier 1A Beechcraft King Air 350
Hawker Premier 1A
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Median $1,695,000
 Beechcraft King Air 350
View 65 listings →
Median $3,197,500
Price Range $1,340,500 – $1,898,500 $1,952,250 – $5,237,500
Category Light Jet Multi Engine Turboprop
Model Specifications
Seats 6 11
Cruise Speed — 295 kts (546 km/h)
Range — 1,806 nm (3,345 km)
Service Ceiling — 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
Max Gross Weight — 15,000 lbs (6,804 kg)
Useful Load — 5,400 lbs (2,449 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 544.0 gal (2059 L)
Fuel Burn — 85.0 GPH (322 L/h)
TBO — 3,600 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $450,000
Annual Fixed — $220,000
Hourly Variable — $1,100
Engines — 2 x Turboprop

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Hawker Premier 1A

Beechcraft King Air 350

Fuel$468/hr
Variable$1,100/hr
Annual Fixed$220,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $440,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Hawker Premier 1A or Beechcraft King Air 350?

Bottom line: Choose the King Air 350 for the larger cabin, longer range, short-field utility and the dramatically larger support network. Choose the Premier IA for jet cruise speeds and altitude — accepting that the Premier had limited production and thinner support.

Pick the Premier 1A if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,340,500 vs $1,952,250, you save ~$611,750.

Pick the King Air 350 if…

  • More seats — 11 vs 6.
  • More inventory — 65 listings vs 22.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Hawker Premier 1A or Beechcraft King Air 350?
It depends on your mission and budget. The King Air 350 cruises at 295 kts with 1,806 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Beechcraft King Air 350: from $2,095,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Hawker Premier 1A and Beechcraft King Air 350?
Seats: 6 vs 11.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
King Air 350: about $1100/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Premier 1A: 6 seats. King Air 350: 11 seats / 5,400 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
King Air 350: 3,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$450,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
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