The Cessna 406 (ICAO type F406) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 4,400 kg. It offers a maximum range of 1,150 nm, a cruise speed of 200 knots, a service ceiling of 30,000 ft and seating for up to 14 across its variants.
Cessna 406
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 28
- Active
- 28
- Origin
- United States
4 for sale right now
Per-variant specifications
The FAA paperwork
TCDS A25CE · Rev 11 · issued 1995-06-15
- Category
- Normal
- MTOW
- 4,243 kg
- MZFW
- 3,856 kg
- Seats
- 14 passengers
- Fuel
- 1,202 L
- Ceiling
- 30,000 ft
Two Pratt and Whitney Aircraft of Canada, Ltd., PT6A-112 turboprops
Part 23 of the Federal Aviation Regulations effective February 1, 1965, as amended by 23-1 through 23-13 except Subpart B as amended through 23-14; and 23.427, 23.929, 23.979, 23.1…
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Cessna 406 market & fleet intelligence
Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna 406 fleet — updated daily.
- Aircraft seen flying
- 3
- Tracked flights
- 12
- Tracked flight hours
- 35
- Share of fleet flying
- 11%
3 Cessna 406 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (11% of the registered fleet), across 12 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.
Cessna 406 manuals & documents
7 documents for the Cessna 406 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Specifications · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document is the Cessna Information Manual for the Model 406, originally issued on July 1, 1986. It serves as a comprehensive guide for pilots operating the Cessna 406, providing essential information on the aircraft's systems, performance, limitations, and procedures. The manual is structured into multiple sections, covering everything from general specifications to emergency procedures, ensuring that pilots have access to critical data necessary for safe operation. The manual is not intended as a training guide but rather as a reference for experienced pilots familiar with the aircraft's operation and regulations.
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 9360 pounds
- Maximum Landing Weight: 9360 pounds
- Maximum Cruise Power at 15,000 feet: 216 KTAS
- Total Fuel Capacity: 481.5 U.S. gallons
- Maximum Flap Extended Speed: 200 knots
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Other Documents
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: 7/2021 G-RVLW20213 pages · 183 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: 2/2017 G-FIND EW/G2016/09/1920173 pages · 223 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadType Acceptance Report201610 pages · 64 KB · via www.aviation.govt.nz
- ReadKOTZEBUE AIRPORT RELOCATION200815 pages · 900 KB · via dot.alaska.gov
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: 7/2006 G-TWIG EW/C2004/10/04200628 pages · 1.3 MB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
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What is the range of the Cessna 406?
The Cessna 406 has a maximum range of 1,150 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Cessna 406 carry?
The Cessna 406 seats up to 14 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Cessna 406?
The Cessna 406's maximum take-off weight is 4,400 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna 406?
The Cessna 406's ICAO type designator is F406.
How many Cessna 406 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 28 registered Cessna 406 airframes worldwide.