The Beechcraft King Air 100 is a legacy twin turboprop that opened up Mexico’s secondary airport network to charter passengers, and the type remains operational on short domestic sectors where its 6 to 8 passenger capacity and 1,325-nautical-mile range fit the mission. Mexico’s coastal hops, Yucatan Peninsula routes, and shorter industrial sectors are its home ground.
The King Air 100 entered service in 1969, powered by two Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-28 engines. It seats 6 to 8 passengers, cruises at 234 knots, and has a ceiling of 28,000 feet with a range of 1,325 nautical miles. Every Beechcraft King Air 100 we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Beechcraft (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 1969
- Seating: 6 to 8
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 1,325 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 234 knots
- Service ceiling: 28,000 feet
- Length: 39.9 feet
- Wingspan: 45.9 feet
- Height: 15.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 54 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Beechcraft King Air 100 Fits Mexico
For Mexico domestic routes of 400 nautical miles or less, the King Air 100 covers the sector without the cost overhead of a midsize or heavy jet. Coastal hops along the Pacific coast or Yucatan Peninsula, secondary airport access in Oaxaca, and short legs between regional Mexican cities are all within the type’s operating profile.
The King Air 100’s ability to operate from shorter, unprepared, or uncontrolled fields makes it one of the few fixed-wing options for remote Mexican destinations that larger aircraft cannot access. Medical and humanitarian operations in rural Mexico have historically relied on the King Air 100 and its successors for this reason.
As a legacy platform, operator vetting is particularly important: we confirm airworthiness certification, pilot currency on the PT6A-28-powered type, and safety record for any King Air 100 booking. The type’s age means individual airframe condition varies significantly.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Beechcraft King Air 100 run $1,800 to $2,600 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
King Air 100 charter on Mexico domestic routes typically runs $1,800 to $2,600 per hour as of 7/2026.
Other Turboprops Available
- Beechcraft Denali
- Beechcraft King Air 250
- Beechcraft King Air 260
- Beechcraft King Air 360
- Beechcraft King Air C90GTx
- Cessna Caravan & C208
The full turboprops category page lists every turboprop we arrange for Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Beechcraft King Air 100 charter in or out of Mexico, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.