Beechcraft King Air 350ER in HM Coastguard livery on approach—one of the specialized UK maritime patrol turboprops.

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📝 Spotter's notes

Beech 200 Super King Air HM Coastguard Operated by 2Excel Aviation

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type B350
Model King Air 350ER
Manufacturer Beechcraft
Airline HM Coastguard (UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency)
Livery HM Coastguard (UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency) red and white
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A turboprops
Thrust 1,050 shp (783 kW) each
Wingspan 17.65 meters
Length 14.22 meters
Height 4.37 meters
MTOW 7,484 kg
Range 2,964 km
Capacity Up to 9 passengers (but this variant usually fitted with mission equipment, not seats)
Cruise Speed 578 km/h
Noise Rating Compliant with ICAO Chapter 4

📍 Location

Airport Code NQY/EGHQ
Airport Name Cornwall Airport Newquay
Viewing Spot Spitfire Corner

📷 Camera

Device Nikon D3300
Lens 55-300mm