Beechcraft King Air 200 Insurance Cost Examples
Pro Pilot and Experienced
| Coverage | Limits | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Damage | $1,600,000 Agreed Value | $14,000 |
| Aircraft Liability | $10,000,000 Per Occurrence | $5,000 |
| Total Annual Premium | $19,000 |
Pro Pilot and Experienced but less than 1,500TT
| Coverage | Limits | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Damage | $1,600,000 Agreed Value | $17,000 |
| Aircraft Liability | $5,000,000 Per Occurrence | $5,000 |
| Total Annual Premium | $22,000 |
Owner Pilot and Experienced
| Coverage | Limits | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Damage | $1,600,000 Agreed Value | $16,000 |
| Aircraft Liability | $5,000,000 Per Occurrence | $5,000 |
| Total Annual Premium | $21,000 |
Aircraft Summary
The “A200” designation was actually Beech’s designation for the first military C-12 models. All branches of the military and several state and local government agencies fly the C-12. Its variety of flying missions substantiates the numerous prefixes in front of the serial numbers. Some of these aircraft are now appearing on the civilian registry as the government disposes of them.
The King Air B200 boasts two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42 turboprop engines, each with an impressive 850shp flat-rating to ISA + 26C. The reliable McCauley four-bladed, full-feathering, reversible, constant-speed propeller is driven by each engine, while inspections are required every 3,600 hours. Onboard presentation of avionics and instruments include the two-tube Collins EFIS-84 – the attitude display positioned above the nav display – as well as the optional Collins APS-65H and five-inch EFIS-85, plus a WXR-840 weather radar and EFS 74 nav display for the copilot’s panel. Communication/navigation/identification is handled by dual Collins Pro Line II radios with DME, dual glideslope, and a Collins WXR-840 color weather radar. Standard seating arrangements accommodate up to eight passengers in a club plus four individual seats configuration.
The B200 with Cargo Door is Now Available for Ordering; Already 112 Models have Been Built, 47 of the Models Delivered to U.S. Air Force as C-12Fs. Newer Versions Fitted with Pro Line 21 Avionics. 65 Other Aircraft, Similar Specification as B200C, Built for U.S. Military.
Experience the Power of the King Air B200SE: With 850shp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42 turboprop engines and a panel-mounted avionics package, the B200SE is an affordable version of the B200 that offers 430 lbs. greater useful load. Outfitted with the Bendix/King CNI-5000 avionics suite and KFC-250 flight director/autopilot, you can enjoy enhanced control along with an RDS 81 color weather radar for added confidence. Enjoy the precision of digital and analog readouts with engine torque and gas generator guages, all while enjoying the peace of mind of a 3,600-hour inspection interval.
The B200: An Upgrade of the Model 200T. Featuring Optional Wingtip Tanks, Rear Fuselage Domes, and a Modular Belly for Aerial Photography.
The King Air B200CGT – Beechcraft’s Cargo-Ready Twin-Engine Plane. This versatile aircraft features the same performance capabilities as the B200GT, plus a convenient cargo door with an airstair for ease of loading.
The Aviation Industry Updates – B200C Aircraft with Wingtip Fuel Tanks. Eight Converted and Re-Serialled for the Marina de Guerra del Perú and Israeli Air Force. Plus, Two Unlabeled Aircraft Built for Israeli Air Force.
Experience the impressive power of the King Air B200GT, equipped with a pair of Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-52 turboprop engines flat-rated at 850shp to ISA + 37C and driving a McCauley four-bladed, full-feathering, reversible, constant-speed propeller. Boasting an inspection interval of 3,600 hours, this aircraft’s instrument panel features Collins Proline 21 fully integrated avionics along with the latest safety-enhancing components, including IFIS, TCAS, EGPWS, with E-charts and RVSM. Its standard configuration comfortably accommodates eight passengers in a club plus four individual seats.
Models We Cover
Valuation
The average cost of the Beechcraft King Air 200 is $500,000 to $3,000,000. The price varies based on the model, aircraft customizations, upgrades and demand and supply.
The Beechcraft King Air 200 has several variants, including the A200s to the B200s. Most of them are operated as military aircraft.
Beechcraft started production of the King Air 200 in 1974 and is still in production today. 3,550 Beechcraft King Air 200 have been produced.
Risk Areas
The rate for King Air 200 begins at around 0.7% of the hull value for experienced pilots. Risk areas include King Air 200 flown by less experienced pilots or riskier operations.
The hardest King Air 200 to insure are single-pilot operations by less experienced pilots. Typically, insurance companies will expect pilots to have completed inflight training or full-motion simulator-based training within the preceding 12 months.
King Air underwriters prefer full-motion simulator-based training from Simcom, CAESimuFlite, or FlightSafety.
Claim History
The King Air 200 has a low accident history. Some other common claims are FOD, hangar rash, hard landings, bird strikes, and runway overshoots.
Safety Features
The twin PT6A-41 and PT6A-42 turboprop engines are safe and reliable engines. The Beechcraft King Air 200 is certified for flight into known icing conditions. The engine provides safe flight in such an environment. Exhaust gas heats the engine inlet ducts and an engine oil heat exchanger heats the fuel to prevent ice crystals from collecting in the fuel controller.
The King Air 200 has a robust design that allows it to survive in any environment. The engine features an auto feather and boosted rudder to facilitate single engine handling in case there’s an engine failure.
The 2020 King Air 200 series upgrade also improved flight safety by including an IS&S thrust sense Autothrottle System and digital pressurization. However the most important safety feature remains the pilot experience.
Aircraft Insurance Cost Guide
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Flight Training Centers
Beechcraft and Textron Flight Training Centers are located throughout the US and throughout the world.
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Parts Service Centers
Beechcraft has the same authorized service centers as Cessna because they are both owned by Textron Aviation. Beechcraft Authorized Service Centers are located throughout the US and throughout the world.