Cessna T206H STATIONAIR

The Cessna T206H is the turbocharged Stationair — the same six-seat, big-door hauling mission as the normally-aspirated 206, but with a 310-hp turbocharged Lycoming TIO-540 that holds power to the high flight levels (service ceiling near 27,000 ft). That makes it the load-hauler of choice for high-density-altitude strips, mountain operations and float work, where a non-turbo 206 runs short of climb. The buy decision is turbo upkeep versus mission: if you routinely operate high, hot or heavy, the T earns its higher acquisition and maintenance cost; if not, the normally-aspirated 206 is simpler and cheaper to own.