Cessna 205 Aircraft (Super Skywagon)
The Cessna 205 is an early six-seat member of the 206 Stationair line — a fixed-gear high-wing utility single built in the early 1960s, derived from the 210 with fixed landing gear. It was the predecessor of the 206 Stationair, offering a roomy six-seat cabin and useful load for utility and family transport. See the live price range and median above for the Cessna 205 listings currently on the market.
8 used Cessna 205 aircraft for sale · 6-seat · Used median asking $170,000 · updated 2 days ago
Cessna 205 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 205 is a 6-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 137–150 kt (254–278 km/h), a range of 650–840 nm (1,204–1,556 km), and a useful load of 1,296–1,700 lbs (588–771 kg).
Cessna 205 for Sale
Cessna 205 asking prices range from $139,000 to $189,900, with a median of $170,000 (market reference $175,000).
Cessna 205 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206 | 1964–1986 | 6 | 142 kts (263 km/h) | 840 nm (1,556 km) | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) | $131K – $403K | Choose the 206 / U206 for the classic six-seat utility hauler with double cargo doors — the default Stationair. Choose the T206 / TU206 turbo for high-altitude or high-density-altitude operations. Choose the 207 if you need maximum seats and cabin length and can accept slightly lower performance. | 14 |
| P206 | 1965–1973 | 6 | 142 kts (263 km/h) | 840 nm (1,556 km) | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) | $189K – $240K | A pressurised-era utility Stationair — a six-seat high-wing hauler for utility, cargo and family transport. | 5 |
| T207 | 1969–1984 | 7 | 150 kts (278 km/h) | 650 nm (1,204 km) | 1,700 lbs (771 kg) | — | The turbocharged, stretched Stationair — for an operator who needs maximum cabin and payload with high-altitude performance. | 3 |
| 207 | 1969–1984 | 6 | 137 kts (254 km/h) | 650 nm (1,204 km) | 1,700 lbs (771 kg) | — | The stretched seven-to-eight-seat Stationair — a high-wing utility single for maximum cabin and payload in commuter and cargo roles. | 3 |
| TU206 | 1977–1986 | 6 | 148 kts (274 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,340 lbs (608 kg) | $223K – $649K | A turbocharged utility Stationair — a six-seat high-wing hauler with high-altitude performance for bush, cargo and float work. | 4 |
| U206F | 1977–1986 | 5 | 142 kts (263 km/h) | 760 nm (1,408 km) | 1,296 lbs (588 kg) | $159K – $251K | Choose the U206F Stationair for rugged six-seat fixed-gear utility - cargo, skydiving, bush or float - with wide parts support. | 5 |
| U206G | 1977–1986 | 6 | 142 kts (263 km/h) | 840 nm (1,556 km) | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) | $345K – $445K | A late utility Stationair — a six-seat high-wing hauler with double cargo doors for bush, cargo and skydiving work. | 4 |
| T206 | 1998–2014 | 6 | 148 kts (274 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,340 lbs (608 kg) | $521K – $648K | A turbocharged Stationair — a six-seat high-wing utility hauler with high-altitude performance for bush, cargo and float work. | 5 |
| T206H | 1998–2014 | 6 | 148 kts (274 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,340 lbs (608 kg) | $158K – $1.1M | The newest, turbocharged Stationair — for a buyer who wants a current-production six-seat utility single with high-altitude performance and float capability. | 42 |
| 206H | 1998–2014 | 6 | 142 kts (263 km/h) | 840 nm (1,556 km) | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) | $320K – $979K | The current-production normally aspirated Stationair — a new six-seat high-wing utility single for load-hauling and float work. | 18 |
Compare Cessna 205
See how the Cessna 205 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
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How much does a Cessna 205 cost? Used 205 prices: $139K – $189K, average $170K (median $170K); market reference $175K, across 5 priced of 8 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
The 205's Continental IO-470 burns around 14 gph - moderate for a six-seat aircraft. Fixed gear keeps the maintenance scope simple; no hydraulic system or gear actuator. The main ownership variable specific to the 205 is parts sourcing: the short production run means some 205-specific components take more effort to source than equivalent 206 items. Annual inspection costs are consistent with the broader Continental IO-470 fleet. The thin used market also limits maintenance-network depth - budget for potential specialist sourcing.
Cessna 205 Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $399,000 (1999 models) · highest around $895,000 (2022). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Cessna 205
Buying a Cessna 205 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Cessna 205 Inventory by Country
| United States | 6 |
| Australia | 1 |
| Canada | 1 |
Cessna 205 Inventory by State
| Texas | 29 |
| Florida | 16 |
| California | 9 |
| Oregon | 4 |
| South Carolina | 4 |
| Idaho | 4 |
| Arkansas | 4 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 |
| Arizona | 3 |
| Missouri | 3 |
| Alaska | 3 |
| Georgia | 3 |
Cessna 205 by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 20 |
| Under $300k | 40 |
| Under $500k | 73 |
Cessna 205 by Decade
| 1960s | 7 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 27 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 11 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna 205 Safety Record
Across all 205 variants, 44 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2023. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
44
Total Events
20
Incidents
3
Serious
12
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2023 | La Paragua, OF | Incident | — |
| Oct 24, 2019 | Red Creek, AZ | Incident | The pilot’s failure to properly configure the flaps for an aborted landing, which resulted in degraded climb performance… |
| Oct 04, 2018 | Wagoner, OK | Minor | Maintenance personnel’s improper maintenance of the magnetos, which resulted in a loss of engine power. |
| Sep 26, 2016 | Ellington, CT | Incident | The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle-of-attack during the initial climb after an attempted go-around,… |
| Apr 08, 2014 | Leesburg, VA | Incident | The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and impact w… |
NTSB records 1982–2023. Includes all Cessna 205 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.