Maldivian, the airline run by Island Aviation Services, has added its first Beechcraft King Air 360 to its fleet. The airline announced the new aircraft in a social media post on 2 November 2026.
What Maldivian said
Maldivian said in a social media post that the King Air 360 is the newest member of its fleet and a "remarkable addition to our growing aviation capabilities". It described the aircraft as known for advanced aviation technology, performance and a refined cabin experience.
In a second post, the airline said it was proud to welcome the first-ever King Air 360 to the Maldivian fleet. It said the milestone was made possible through its partnership with Nilaa Coral Island, as it continues to elevate aviation and luxury travel experiences in the Maldives.
About the King Air 360
The King Air 360 is a twin-turboprop business aircraft made by Textron Aviation. Textron publishes these figures for the aircraft:
Up to 11 occupants
Cabin: 5.94 m long, 1.37 m wide and 1.45 m high
Maximum cruise speed: 312 knots true airspeed (578 km/h)
Maximum range: 1,806 nautical miles (3,345 km)
Maximum operating altitude: 35,000 ft
These are the manufacturer's figures for the aircraft type. Maldivian has not published the cabin layout or seat count of its own aircraft in the posts.
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