Cessna U206F Aircraft 1970s
Pre-1980 piston singles are heritage airframes that have typically been rebuilt and refurbished multiple times — original avionics replaced with modern Garmin or Avidyne panels, engines on at least one mid-time overhaul cycle, interiors refreshed once or twice. Pre-buy focus: airframe corrosion (especially wing carry-through, tail, gear), AD compliance history, log-book continuity, engine cylinder borescope. Heritage value can be meaningful for original aircraft in restored condition.
The Cessna U206F Stationair (1975-1976) is a six-seat, fixed-gear utility single - a 300-hp IO-520 with a large cargo door for cargo, skydiving, bush and float work.
7 used Cessna U206F aircraft for sale 1970s · 5-seat · Used median asking $213,000 · updated yesterday
Cessna U206F Specifications
Model specThe Cessna U206F is a 5-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 U206F for Sale
Cessna U206F asking prices range from $159,950 to $250,932, with a median of $213,000.
Cessna U206F 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 |
| 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) | $518K – $646K | 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. | 17 |
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How much does a Cessna U206F cost? Used U206F prices: $159K – $250K, average $213K (median $213K), across 5 priced of 7 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 U206F's Continental IO-520 burns around 15-16 gph at cruise - moderate for a six-seat utility single. Fixed gear keeps maintenance simple; no hydraulic system or gear actuators. Annual inspection costs are consistent with the Stationair fleet - a well-understood aircraft with broad A&P familiarity. Avionics and float gear (if fitted) are the main optional cost variables. The large used market provides good parts availability and suppresses acquisition cost relative to rarer alternatives.
Cessna U206F 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 U206F
Buying a Cessna U206F comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna U206F
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Cessna U206F Inventory by Country
| Canada | 2 |
| Australia | 1 |
| Iceland | 1 |
| Netherlands | 1 |
| United States | 1 |
| South Africa | 1 |
Cessna U206F Inventory by State
| Texas | 29 |
| Florida | 16 |
| California | 9 |
| Oregon | 4 |
| Ohio | 4 |
| South Carolina | 4 |
| Arkansas | 4 |
| Idaho | 4 |
| Alaska | 3 |
| Arizona | 3 |
| Georgia | 3 |
| Missouri | 3 |
Cessna U206F by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 20 |
| Under $300k | 40 |
| Under $500k | 74 |
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| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 11 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna U206F Safety Record
Across all U206F variants, 87 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
87
Total Events
40
Incidents
7
Serious
28
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 02, 2025 | Yakutat, AK | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance during approach in gusting wind conditions to a remote airstrip, resulting in … |
| Sep 01, 2024 | Moora, | Incident | — |
| Aug 28, 2023 | Chinitna Bay, AK | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control on takeoff. |
| Feb 14, 2023 | Chugiak, AK | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in flat light conditions which resulted in a loss of … |
| Jun 08, 2022 | Kodiak, AK | Incident | The failure of the right main landing gear leg due to fatigue cracks that initiated from corrosion pitting. |
NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Cessna U206F variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.