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The Beechcraft 1900 (ICAO type B190) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Commuter category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 7,500 kg. It offers a maximum range of 1,240 nm, a cruise speed of 265 knots, a service ceiling of 33,000 ft and seating for up to 19 across its variants.

Beechcraft 1900

Beechcraft 1900
B190
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Year
Owner
Last seen
MTOW
7,500 kg
Range
1,240 nm
Seats
19
1900
Beechcraft · 1900
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
523
Active
519
Origin
United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Marketplace

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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
1900
1900
7,500 kg1,240 nm265 kt19
1900C
1900C
7,500 kg1,240 nm265 kt19
1900D
1900D
7,500 kg1,240 nm265 kt19
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A24CE · Rev 69 · issued 1999-02-15

Category
Commuter
MTOW
7,530 kg
MZFW
6,350 kg
Seats
1 crew · 20 passengers
Fuel
804 L
Ceiling
25,000 ft
Approved fuelJP-4JP-5JP-8JET AJET A-1JET B
Certification basis

SFAR 41C, effective September 13, 1982, See NOTE 8; Part 23 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), effective February 1, 1965, through Amendment 23-9; Amendment 23-11; Amendme…

Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.

Beechcraft 1900 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Beechcraft 1900 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

33 yearsmedian age

Of the 241 registered Beechcraft 1900 with a known build year (46% of the 523 we track), the median age is 33 years.

Registration activity

35changed registration in 12 months

35 of the 523 registered Beechcraft 1900 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (7% of the fleet), across 35 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Fleet activity — last 90 days
Aircraft seen flying
165
Tracked flights
3,778
Tracked flight hours
15,693
Share of fleet flying
32%

165 Beechcraft 1900 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (32% of the registered fleet), across 3,778 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

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Beechcraft 1900 manuals & documents

40 documents for the Beechcraft 1900 Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Maintenance Manual · Training Manual · Specifications · Other Documents · Avionics Manual · Type Certificate · Service Manual · Service Bulletins · Emergency Procedures · Airworthiness Directives · Weight And Balance. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
Beechcraft 1900D Flight Manual

The Beechcraft 1900C is a twin-engine turboprop regional airliner designed for passenger and cargo transport. It features a pressurized cabin and is capable of operating from short runways, making it suitable for various weather conditions. The document provides detailed specifications, performance data, and historical context regarding the aircraft's use and safety record.

  • The Beechcraft 1900 is a twin-engine turboprop airliner.
  • It can carry up to 19 passengers and has a range of over 600 miles.
  • The aircraft was produced from 1982 to 2002, with 695 units built.
  • It is certified for single-pilot operation in cargo settings.
  • The 1900D variant features a larger cabin and upgraded avionics.
  • The aircraft has a maximum takeoff weight of 17,120 lbs.
  • It has a cruise speed of 280 knots at 20,000 feet.
  • The Beechcraft 1900 has a history of fatal accidents.
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1900 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Beechcraft 1900?

The Beechcraft 1900 has a maximum range of 1,240 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Beechcraft 1900 carry?

The Beechcraft 1900 seats up to 19 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Beechcraft 1900?

The Beechcraft 1900's maximum take-off weight is 7,500 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Beechcraft 1900?

The Beechcraft 1900's ICAO type designator is B190.

How many Beechcraft 1900 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 523 registered Beechcraft 1900 airframes worldwide.