Cessna U206G Aircraft in Texas
Texas has one of the largest active GA pilot populations in the US, with extensive aircraft infrastructure across Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio metros and strong support networks for most major aircraft brands. Major flight schools, dealer networks, MRO facilities and overhaul shops are concentrated here.
The Cessna U206G Stationair is a six-seat, single-engine utility aircraft known for its exceptional load-carrying ability and rugged construction. Powered by a Continental IO-520 engine burning approximately 14 gallons per hour, the U206G features a large double cargo door on the right side, making it ideal for hauling oversized cargo, skydiving operations, and bush flying. The fixed-gear, high-wing design provides excellent access to remote and unimproved airstrips, while the six-seat cabin and generous useful load make the Stationair one of the most versatile single-engine aircraft ever produced.
The Cessna U206G appeals to bush pilots, cargo operators, skydiving centers, and practical-minded owners who need to carry heavy loads to difficult destinations. The U designation indicates the utility version with double cargo doors. It is a workhorse in Alaska, Canada, and developing nations where rugged utility and payload are essential.
· 6-seat · Reference price ~$300,000 ($180,000–$520,000) · updated recently
Cessna U206G Specifications
Model specThe Cessna U206G 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).
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Cessna U206G 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 – $599K | 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. | 15 |
| 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 – $252K | Choose the U206F Stationair for rugged six-seat fixed-gear utility - cargo, skydiving, bush or float - with wide parts support. | 5 |
| T206 | 1998–2014 | 6 | 148 kts (274 km/h) | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 1,340 lbs (608 kg) | $521K – $650K | 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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The U206G Stationair's Continental IO-520 burns around 15-16 gph - 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 mechanic familiarity. Avionics and float gear (if fitted) are the main optional cost variables. The large used market provides good parts availability and holds down acquisition cost relative to rarer utility singles.
Cessna U206G 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.
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Cessna U206G Inventory by Country
| United States | 9 |
| Dominican Republic | 1 |
| Philippines | 1 |
Cessna U206G Inventory by State
| Texas | 28 |
| Florida | 16 |
| California | 9 |
| Oregon | 4 |
| South Carolina | 4 |
| Idaho | 4 |
| Arkansas | 4 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 |
| Arizona | 3 |
| Missouri | 3 |
| Alaska | 3 |
| Georgia | 3 |
Cessna U206G by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 20 |
| Under $300k | 40 |
| Under $500k | 73 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 12 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna U206G Safety Record
Across all U206G variants, 119 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.
119
Total Events
51
Incidents
16
Serious
37
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2025 | Kerrville, TX | Incident | The pilot’s failure to confirm the fuel quantity before flight which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel star… |
| Sep 19, 2024 | West Sacramento, CA | Minor | — |
| Aug 14, 2023 | Skwentna, AK | Incident | The airplane’s float contacted an undetected submerged gravel bar during landing which resulted in a nose over. |
| Sep 07, 2022 | Millinocket, ME | Serious | The pilot’s failure to maintain an appropriate descent rate for a glassy water landing, which resulted in a hard landing… |
| May 26, 2022 | Sandy Lake First Nation, | Fatal (1) | — |
NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Cessna U206G variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.