The KA350 King Air is a modern twin-engine turboprop aircraft and is based at RAAF Base East Sale. Air Force has 12 KA350 King Airs operated by No. 32 Squadron.
The KA350 King Air are used extensively for training of Air Force Mission Aircrew at the Air Mission Training School. The aircraft also provide Air Force with a flexible light passenger and cargo transport capability within Australia, and support fisheries patrol activities in the South East Asia and Pacific regions.
The KA350 King Air can be configured for a number of specialist roles, including:
- air logistic support
- near-region international engagement
- Image Acquisition (IA)
- Base Station Relay (BSR).
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft |
|---|---|
| Role |
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| Crew | Minimum one pilot |
| Length | 14.2m |
| Height | 4.4m |
| Wingspan | 17.7m |
| Weight |
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| Engines | Two Pratt and Whitney PT6A-60A turboprops driving 4-blade propellers (1,050 horsepower each) |
| Thrust | 1,050 horsepower each engine |
| Range | 3,400km |
| Ceiling | 35,000 feet |
| Cruise speed | 570km/h / 295Kts |
| Capacity | Seats up to eight passengers |