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Is Cessna 206 high performance?

Is Cessna 206 high performance?

The Cessna 206 has a reputation as being the SUV of general aviation airplanes. The high performance engine combined with the rugged construction and spring-steel landing gear make this airplane a great choice for many operators including aerial photography, surveillance, passenger transport, cargo, and skydiving.

What is the cruising speed of a Cessna 206?

163 mph
206H/Cruise speed

How much horsepower does a Cessna 206 have?

300 hp
Cessna 206H The 206H is powered by a Lycoming IO-540-AC1A powerplant producing 300 hp (220 kW). The turbocharged T206H is powered by a Lycoming TSIO-540-AJ1A engine of 310 hp (230 kW).

How much weight can a Cessna 206 carry?

With a useful load of 1,500 to 1,800 lbs. depending on the model, the aircraft competes with most other heavy singles and many light twins.

How fast does a Cessna 206 fly mph?

Stationair Safety

Performance Stationair Turbo Stationair
Maximum Cruise Speed 151 ktas (280 km/h) 178 ktas (330 km/h)
Certified Ceiling 15,700 ft (4,785 m) 27,000 ft (8,230 m)
Airport Performance
Takeoff Distance 1,860 ft (567 m) 1,743 ft (531 m)

What does a Cessna 206 cost?

Depending on numerous factors, the average price for a pre-owned CESSNA 206H is $353,000.00. A $176,500.00 loan over 120 months including $735.42 per month in interest equates to a $8,850.37 per-period payment.

Is Cessna 206 turboprop?

Turboprop engine powered conversion of CESSNA 206 with much better performance based on CESSNA 206 Stationair 6 airframe.

How far can a Cessna 206 fly?

Powered by a 300-bhpLycoming IO-540-AC1A5 engine, producing 300 horsepower, climbing at 988 fpm (301 mpm), the Stationair has a max speed of 151 knots (280 km/hr), a 988 fpm (301 mpm) rate of climb and a max cruise speed of 151 ktas (280 km/h) for 773 nautical miles (1,432 km).

How big is a Cessna 206?

Dimensions

Length 28 ft 3 in (8.6 m)
Height 9 ft 4 in (2.8 m)
Wingspan 36 ft (10.97 m)
Wing Area 174 sq ft (16.17 sq m)

What was the weight of the first Cessna 206?

First U206 model, six seats, powered by a Continental IO-520-A of 285 hp (213 kW), with a gross weight of 3,300 lb (1,497 kg) landplane, 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) seaplane and certified on 8 October 1964. First P206 model]

When was the Cessna P206 added to the line?

The P206 was added to the line in 1965. In this case the “P” stood for “passenger”, as the P206 had passenger doors similar to the Cessna 210 from which it was derived, on both sides. The P206 was produced from 1965 to 1970 and was powered by a Continental IO-520-A of 285 hp (213 kW).

What kind of engine does a Cessna 205 have?

The 205 retained the early 210’s engine cowling bulge, originally where the 210 stowed its nosewheel on retraction. This distinctive cowling was made more streamlined on the later Cessna 206. The 205 is powered by a Continental IO-470-S engine producing 260 hp (190 kW).

How many seats does a Cessna U206 have?

The U206A model has six seats, and is powered by a Continental IO-520-A of 285 hp (213 kW), with a gross weight of 3,600 lb (1,633 kg) landplane, 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) seaplane, 3,300 lb (1,497 kg) skiplane and was certified on 24 September 1965.

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Ruth Doyle