Aero Commander
1979 Commander 690B
$410,000
1979 · 9,267 h · United States
Dealer
Aero CommanderCertified · Fixed-wing · United States
690
- Seats
- 6 6
- Power
- 290 hp216 kW
- Cruise
- 176 kt326 km/h
- US register
- 3 aircraft3 aircraft
About the 690
The Aero Commander 690 is a twin-turboprop, fixed-wing aircraft designed for regional private flights, corporate executive transport, and special missions like aerial surveying. It suits operators needing short-field versatility and reliable turbine performance for short trips. The layout features a pressurized cabin accommodating up to eleven occupants, a high-wing configuration, and a retractable landing gear system.
Evolving from earlier piston-driven models in the twin Commander lineage, the aircraft received official certification in the early nineteen-seventies. Subsequent development introduced more powerful turbine powerplants, stretched wing sections, enlarged vertical tail surfaces, and enhanced pressurization systems to improve operational ceilings and range. Modified versions have also been utilized by research agencies for specialized atmospheric duties.
Engines fitted
2 aircraft| Engine | Power | Share of fleet | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garrett TPE331 | 776 hp | 2 |
This page covers the Aero Commander 690, 690A, 690A, 690B, 690B, 690C, 690D, 690D: the same aircraft under other designations.
690 prices
10 for sale now1978 · 7,530 h
USD- Low
- $597,000
- Typical
- $729,000
- High
- $815,000
| Built | Hours | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 8,070 | $534,000 | $651,000 | $729,000 |
| 1977 | 7,530 | $566,000 | $690,000 | $772,000 |
| 1978 | 7,530 | $597,000 | $729,000 | $815,000 |
| 1979 | 7,830 | $629,000 | $768,000 | $859,000 |
| Built | Hours | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 10,130 | £338,000 | £432,000 | £547,000 |
| 1975 | 6,150 | £366,000 | £468,000 | £591,000 |
| 1976 | 7,980 | £382,000 | £488,000 | £616,000 |
| 1977 | 7,220 | £405,000 | £517,000 | £654,000 |
| 1978 | 7,220 | £427,000 | £546,000 | £691,000 |
| 1979 | 7,530 | £450,000 | £575,000 | £728,000 |
| Built | Hours | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 10,130 | €404,000 | €516,000 | €653,000 |
| 1975 | 6,150 | €437,000 | €559,000 | €706,000 |
| 1976 | 7,980 | €456,000 | €582,000 | €736,000 |
| 1977 | 7,220 | €483,000 | €618,000 | €781,000 |
| 1978 | 7,220 | €510,000 | €652,000 | €825,000 |
| 1979 | 7,530 | €538,000 | €687,000 | €869,000 |
690 for sale now
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Aero Commander
1979 Commander 690B
$410,000
1979 · 9,267 h · United States
Dealer
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1978 Commander 690B
$595,000
1978 · 9,025 h · United States
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$640,000
1979 · 4,450 h · United States
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$690,000
1974 · 13,136 h · Australia
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1979 Commander 690B-II
$695,000
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$699,000
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