The Cessna 206 (ICAO type C206) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1,600 kg. It offers a maximum range of 600 nm, a cruise speed of 146 knots, a service ceiling of 20,000 ft and seating for up to 6 across its variants.

Cessna 206

C206

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MTOW

1,600 kg

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600 nm

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Cessna · 206

Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built: 3,872
Active: 3,861
Origin: United States

Certifying authorities

FAA

Marketplace

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Variants

Per-variant specifications

Variant	Engine	MTOW	Range	Cruise	Pax
206 206	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143 kt	6
206H 206H	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143 kt	6
P206 P206	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143 kt	6
T206H T206H	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143–146 kt	6
TP206 TP206	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143–146 kt	6
TU206 TU206	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143–146 kt	6
U206 U206	—	1,600 kg	600 nm	143–146 kt	6

Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A4CE · Rev 46 · issued 2007-12-21

Category: Normal
MTOW: 1,497 kg
Seats: 6 passengers
Fuel: 240 L

Approved fuel100/130

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Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.

Cessna 206 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna 206 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

45 yearsmedian age

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Of the 2,930 registered Cessna 206 with a known build year (76% of the 3,872 we track), the median age is 45 years.

Registration activity

197changed registration in 12 months

197 of the 3,872 registered Cessna 206 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (5% of the fleet), across 197 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Fleet activity — last 90 days

Aircraft seen flying: 474
Tracked flights: 3,645
Tracked flight hours: 9,396
Share of fleet flying: 12%

474 Cessna 206 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (12% of the registered fleet), across 3,645 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

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Cessna 206 manuals & documents

50 documents for the Cessna 206 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Training Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Specifications · Other Documents · Service Bulletins · Supplemental Type Certificate · Airworthiness Directives · Performance Data · Weight And Balance · Avionics Manual · Wiring Diagram · V Speeds Reference. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview

PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK Cessna STATIONAIR 6 1978 MODEL U206G · 1978

This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) is designed for the Cessna Stationair 6, model U206G, from 1978. It provides essential information for pilots regarding the operation, performance, and maintenance of the aircraft. The handbook includes detailed sections on emergency procedures, normal operating procedures, performance specifications, and weight and balance data. It is crucial for pilots to familiarize themselves with this handbook to ensure safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. The document is structured to assist pilots in understanding the aircraft's systems and handling various operational scenarios, including emergencies.

Maximum Takeoff Weight: 3600 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 61 gallons (59 usable)
Engine Model: Teledyne Continental IO-520-F, 300 BHP
Cruise Speed at 75% Power: 147 knots
Service Ceiling: 14,800 feet

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Pilot's Operating Handbook

PILOT'S OPERATING HANDBOOK Cessna STATIONAIR 6 1978 MODEL U206G
1978330 pages · 9.0 MB · via group2ca.cap.gov
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Checklist

Flight Manual

Maintenance Manual

Training Manual

Systems Description

Parts Catalog

Specifications

Service Bulletins

Supplemental Type Certificate

Airworthiness Directives

Performance Data

Weight And Balance

Avionics Manual

Wiring Diagram

Model 206 & T206 Series 1969 Thru 1976 Service Manual
1972542 pages · 25.4 MB · via www.aeroelectric.com
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V Speeds Reference

cessna model u206g - flight examiners
448 pages · 5.3 MB · via flighttest.net
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206 — frequently asked

What is the range of the Cessna 206?

The Cessna 206 has a maximum range of 600 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Cessna 206 carry?

The Cessna 206 seats up to 6 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Cessna 206?

The Cessna 206's maximum take-off weight is 1,600 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna 206?

The Cessna 206's ICAO type designator is C206.

How many Cessna 206 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 3,872 registered Cessna 206 airframes worldwide.

Registered 206 aircraft

Individual 206 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.

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