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The Cessna 208 (ICAO type C208) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 3,900 kg. It offers a maximum range of 940 nm, a cruise speed of 184 knots, a service ceiling of 27,000 ft and seating for up to 14 across its variants.

Cessna 208

Cessna 208
C208
Photo via Wikipedia: Cessna 208 Caravan
Year
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Owner
—
Last seen
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MTOW
3,900 kg
Range
940 nm
Seats
14
208
Cessna · 208
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
2,583
Active
2,578
Origin
United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Marketplace

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Marketing image of a 1993 Cessna Caravan 208B.6 photos
1993 Cessna Caravan 208B
Merritt Island
$1,395,000
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Exterior view of a 1984 Cessna Grand Caravan.1 photo
Grand Caravan For Sale
1984
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2012 Cessna Caravan
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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
208
208
—3,900 kg940 nm184 kt14
208A
208A
—3,900 kg940 nm184 kt14
208B
208B
—3,900 kg940 nm184 kt14
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A37CE · Rev 13 · issued 2008-03-21

Category
Normal
MTOW
3,320 kg
Seats
1 crew · 10 passengers
Fuel
1,268 L
Ceiling
30,000 ft
Approved fuelJET AJET A-1JET BJP-1JP-4JP-5JP-8
Engine

Pratt & Whitney of Canada Ltd., PT6A-114 Turbo Prop or PT6A-114A Turbo Prop

Certification basis

FAR Part 23 effective February 1, 1965, Amendments 23-1 through 23-28; FAR Part 36 effective December 1, 1969, Amendments 36-1 through 36-12; SFAR 27 effective February 1, 1974, Am…

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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.
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Cessna 208 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna 208 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

22 yearsmedian age

Of the 1,494 registered Cessna 208 with a known build year (58% of the 2,583 we track), the median age is 22 years.

Registration activity

88changed registration in 12 months

88 of the 2,583 registered Cessna 208 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (3% of the fleet), across 88 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Fleet activity — last 90 days
Aircraft seen flying
642
Tracked flights
20,285
Tracked flight hours
48,369
Share of fleet flying
25%

642 Cessna 208 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (25% of the registered fleet), across 20,285 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

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Cessna 208 manuals & documents

50 documents for the Cessna 208 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Service Bulletins · Specifications · Other Documents · Performance Data · V Speeds Reference · Avionics Manual · Weight And Balance · Type Certificate · Supplemental Type Certificate · Airworthiness Directives. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
service manual - Wipaire · 2022

This service manual provides detailed instructions for the maintenance and continued airworthiness of Wipline model 8750 amphibious floats installed on the Cessna 208 and 208B Grand Caravan. It is intended for both aircraft owners and maintenance professionals, offering comprehensive information on servicing requirements, technical data, and recommended practices. The manual emphasizes the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the longevity and safety of the float system. It includes specific guidelines for cleaning, corrosion prevention, and troubleshooting, as well as installation instructions for the float system and associated components.

  • The model 8750 floats have a maximum buoyancy of 8741 pounds at 100% capacity.
  • Regular maintenance checks should be performed every 25 hours of operation.
  • Hydraulic fluid levels must be checked and serviced according to the placard specifications.
  • Corrosion prevention is critical, especially after operations in saltwater environments.
  • The floats contain sixteen watertight compartments for enhanced safety and buoyancy.
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Pilot's Operating Handbook

Checklist

Flight Manual

Systems Description

Parts Catalog

Service Bulletins

Specifications

Other Documents

Performance Data

V Speeds Reference

Avionics Manual

Weight And Balance

Type Certificate

Supplemental Type Certificate

Airworthiness Directives

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208 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Cessna 208?

The Cessna 208 has a maximum range of 940 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Cessna 208 carry?

The Cessna 208 seats up to 14 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Cessna 208?

The Cessna 208's maximum take-off weight is 3,900 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna 208?

The Cessna 208's ICAO type designator is C208.

How many Cessna 208 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 2,583 registered Cessna 208 airframes worldwide.