Cessna T206 Aircraft 2010s
2010s piston singles are the current modern fleet — Cirrus SR22 with Perspective+ Garmin avionics, Cessna 172/182/206 with G1000 NXi, Diamond DA40 NG with G1000 NXi, Piper M350 (former Malibu), Mooney M20U Ovation Ultra (production restart attempt). Factory glass cockpits universal, full ADS-B Out compliance, relatively young airframes. Highest acquisition cost in piston-single class but lowest pre-buy discovery risk.
1 used Cessna T206 aircraft for sale 2010s · 6-seat · from $575K · updated 17 hours ago
About the Cessna T206
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. Amphib float installations (Wipaire 3730 or Aerocet 3500L) typically add $100,000-$200,000 to the aircraft value.
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. 1970s 206 with mid-time engine: $80,000-$140,000. 206H (1998-2010): $200,000-$350,000. T206H with G1000: $350,000-$500,000. On amphibious floats: add $100,000-$200,000. Cessna 206 for sale listings move quickly — particularly float-equipped examples in the spring market.
Cessna T206 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna T206 is a 6-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 148 kt (274 km/h), a range of 800 nm (1,482 km), and a useful load of 1,340 lbs (608 kg).
1 Cessna T206 For Sale
There are currently 1 used Cessna T206 for sale, ranging from $575,000 to $575,000, with a median asking price of $575,000.
Cessna T206 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T206H | 1998–now | 6 | 148 kts (274 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,340 lbs (608 kg) | $160K – $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. | 75 |
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Cessna T206 Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna T206 cost? Used T206 prices: from $575K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.
Based on 1 priced 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.
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 $379,000 (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
Every Cessna T206 faces a mandatory 1,500-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $35,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,500-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
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Cessna T206 Inventory by Country
| United States | 106 |
| Canada | 18 |
| Australia | 6 |
| South Africa | 4 |
| France | 3 |
| Germany | 3 |
Cessna T206 Inventory by State
| Texas | 23 |
| Florida | 11 |
| California | 9 |
| Oregon | 4 |
| Arizona | 3 |
| Missouri | 3 |
| Arkansas | 3 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 |
| South Carolina | 3 |
| Ohio | 3 |
| Maine | 2 |
| Georgia | 2 |
Cessna T206 by Price
| Under $200k | 15 |
| Under $300k | 31 |
| Under $500k | 62 |
Recently Sold Cessna T206
| 1969 P206 | $160,000 |
| 2008 T206H | $589,000 |
| 1999 206H | $450,000 |
| 1981 T206H | $549,193 |
| 2021 T206HD | $830,000 |
| 1976 T206H | $39,734 |
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.
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.