Cessna Grand Caravan EX — Supplemental Type Certificate

The document provides detailed specifications and capabilities of the MC-208 Guardian, an enhanced variant of the Cessna C-208B Grand Caravan. Developed by MAG Aerospace, this aircraft is designed for multi-role operations including intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), close air support (CAS), and medical evacuations. It highlights the aircraft's versatility, operational cost efficiency, and suitability for special operations forces. The MC-208 Guardian is built on a proven baseline with extensive operational data, ensuring reliability and adaptability for various mission requirements.

• The MC-208 Guardian is based on the Cessna C-208B Grand Caravan.
• It has an internal fuel capacity of 2,246 pounds, providing approximately 6.36 hours of flight time.
• The aircraft can operate from unimproved runways as short as 2,030 feet.
• It has a fully missionized operating cost of around $420 per flight hour.
• The MC-208 Guardian has a historic availability rate of 98%.