King Air 90 vs 340 AEW&C
Overview
The King Air 90 and the 340 AEW&C are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Beechcraft and Saab respectively.
Top speed is 494 km/h for the King Air 90 vs 522 km/h for the 340 AEW&C. The King Air 90 has an operational range of 2,446 km vs 1,300 km for the 340 AEW&C. The 340 AEW&C operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,574 m for the King Air 90. At 13,155 kg MTOW, the 340 AEW&C is 2.5x the King Air 90's 5,352 kg.
The King Air 90 has been produced in 3,100 units vs 12 for the 340 AEW&C. The King Air 90 first flew 30 years before the 340 AEW&C (1964 vs 1994).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
| First flight | 1 January 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1964 |
| Number produced | 3100 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
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| Origin country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| Category | Military Special Mission Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Saab |
| First flight | 1 January 1994 |
| Year introduced | 1997 |
| Number produced | 12 units |
| Average unit price | -- |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 13.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.7 m ◉ |
| Length | 11.9 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 494 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 2,446 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,574 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,352 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 3,217 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 313 kW ◉ |
| Wing area | 42.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 21.4 m ◉ |
| Height | 7.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 20.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 522 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,300 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 7,620 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 13,155 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,300 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 695 kW ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The 340 AEW&C is faster with a maximum speed of 522 km/h compared to the King Air 90's 494 km/h, a difference of 28 km/h.
Which has longer range, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The King Air 90 has a longer range at 2,446 km compared to the 340 AEW&C's 1,300 km.
Which can fly higher, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The 340 AEW&C has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the King Air 90's 7,574 meters (24,849 ft).
Which is heavier, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The 340 AEW&C has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 13,155 kg compared to the King Air 90's 5,352 kg.
Which is larger, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The 340 AEW&C is longer at 20.6 meters compared to the King Air 90's 11.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The King Air 90 entered service first in 1964, 33 years before the 340 AEW&C which entered service in 1997.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the King Air 90 or 340 AEW&C?
The King Air 90 has been produced in greater numbers with 3,100 units compared to 12 units of the 340 AEW&C.