Cessna T206 Aircraft (Turbo Stationair)
The Cessna 206 Stationair is general aviation's pickup truck — a six-seat, high-wing workhorse that hauls more payload from more places than anything else with a single engine. In production since 1964 with over 9,000 delivered, the 206 powers bush operations from Alaska to Africa. The current 206H Stationair features a Continental IO-540-AC1A5 producing 300 HP, delivering 148 KTAS cruise with a useful load exceeding 1,100 lbs. The turbo variant (T206H, turbocharged TSIO-540-AJ1A, 310 HP) adds high-altitude capability for mountain operations. Nothing else in the Cessna piston lineup carries this much weight this far.
What makes the 206 special. The double cargo doors on the right side open the entire aft cabin for loading stretchers, freight, survey equipment, or oversized gear. On floats (Wipaire, Aerocet), the 206 is the most popular single-engine floatplane currently in production. The fixed tricycle gear is nearly indestructible for rough strip operations. The 206 also serves as the standard jump plane for skydiving operations — over 1,000 are configured for this role.
Key variants. The 206/U206 (1964-1986, Continental IO-520, 285-300 HP) are the classic models. The 206H (1998-present, IO-540) modernized the engine and panel. The T206H Stationair TC (turbocharged, 1998-present) maintains 300 HP to 18,000 feet. The 207 Stationwagon (1969-1984) stretched the fuselage to seat seven-eight passengers. The 205 was the short-lived predecessor.
Buying advice. Continental IO-540 and IO-520 engines are reliable but heavy — check for case cracks and cylinder base stud corrosion on older models. Verify float attachment fittings and belly skins on floatplane conversions. AD 2008-18-10 (fuel selector) applies to some models. Common wear items: nose gear shimmy damper, cowl flaps, and exhaust systems. Airframe corrosion is a concern on any 206 that has operated on floats or in coastal environments.
Market. Cessna 206 for sale listings move quickly — particularly float-equipped examples in the spring market.
6 used Cessna T206 aircraft for sale · 6-seat · Used median asking $575,000 · updated 20 hours ago
Cessna T206 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna T206 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 T206 for Sale
Cessna T206 asking prices range from $521,173 to $648,363, with a median of $575,000.
Cessna T206 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205 | 1963–1964 | 6 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 700 nm (1,296 km) | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) | $139K – $189K | The fixed-gear forerunner of the Stationair — an early six-seat high-wing utility single for load-hauling and family transport. | 5 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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How much does a Cessna T206 cost? Used T206 prices: $521K – $648K, average $575K (median $575K), across 5 priced of 6 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 TIO-540 burns approximately 16 gph - above the normally aspirated IO-520 Stationair. Turbocharger inspection at annual (wastegate, intercooler, turbine housing) adds a maintenance item absent from a normally aspirated 206. Lycoming TIO-540 overhaul cost is established, and fixed gear keeps systems simple otherwise. The T206's operating cost exceeds the naturally aspirated Stationair by the turbocharger differential - fuel and overhaul are the relevant comparison points.
Cessna T206 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 $389,000 (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 T206
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Cessna T206 Inventory by Country
| United States | 2 |
| Canada | 1 |
| Enno | 1 |
| Poland | 1 |
Cessna T206 Inventory by State
| Texas | 30 |
| Florida | 16 |
| California | 9 |
| Oregon | 4 |
| South Carolina | 4 |
| Idaho | 4 |
| Arkansas | 4 |
| Ohio | 4 |
| Arizona | 3 |
| Missouri | 3 |
| Georgia | 3 |
| Alaska | 3 |
Cessna T206 by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 20 |
| Under $300k | 40 |
| Under $500k | 74 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 11 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna T206 Safety Record
Across all T206 variants, 63 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1984–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
63
Total Events
29
Incidents
4
Serious
20
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2025 | Natchez, MS | Incident | — |
| Aug 30, 2024 | Big Bend-Gold Bar, WA | Incident | The pilot’s improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. |
| May 02, 2024 | Halls Crossing, UT | Incident | — |
| Oct 27, 2023 | Orangeville, UT | Fatal (1) | The pilot's controlled flight into mountainous terrain for reasons that could not be determined. |
| Sep 30, 2023 | Port Clinton, OH | Minor | The pilot’s failure to detect and avoid unmarked powerline(s) while attempting to take off from a river. |
NTSB records 1984–2025. Includes all Cessna T206 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.