The Cessna 206 are a single engine, general aviation aircraft with fixed landing gear used in commercial air service and also for personal use. The line combination of a powerful engine, rugged construction and a large cabin has made these aircraft popular bush planes. Cessna describes the 206 as the sport-utility vehicle of the air. The plane are also used for aerial photography, skydiving and other utility purposes. Can also be equipped with floats, amphibious floats and skis. Alternatively, can be fitted with luxury appointments for use as a personal air transport.

General characteristics

Crew: one Capacity: 5 passengers Length: 28 ft 3 in (8.61 m) Wingspan: 36 ft 0 in (10.97 m) Height: 9 ft 3½ in (2.83 m) Wing area: 175.5 ft² (16.30 m²) Airfoil: NACA 2412 (modified) Empty weight: 2,176 lb (987 kg) Max. takeoff weight: 3,600 lb (1,632 kg) Powerplant: 1 × Lycoming IO-540-AC1A air-cooled flat-six engine, 300 hp (224 kW)

Performance Maximum speed: 174 mph (151 knots, 280 km/h) at sea level Cruise speed: 163 mph (142 knots, 263 km/h) at 6,200 ft (1,890 m) Stall speed: 63 mph (54 knots, 100 km/h) Range: 840 mi (730 nmi, 1,352 km) Service ceiling: 15,700 ft (4,785 m) Rate of climb: 988 ft/min (5.0 m/s)

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