General Aviation

Cessna 208

Manufacturer: Cessna

The Cessna 208 Caravan is a versatile, high‑wing utility aircraft produced by Cessna. Powered by a single Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprop, it seats up to nine passengers in an unpressurized cabin and can be fitted with floats, skis, or a cargo pod. Since its first flight in 1982, the Caravan has become a workhorse for cargo, commuter, and special‑mission operators worldwide.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
cessna-208
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
118
Example Registration
N104WY

Specifications

Wingspan
15.87 m / 52 ft
Length
11.46 m / 37 ft
Height
1.37 m / 4.49 ft
Max Speed
113 km/h / 70 mph
Cruise Speed
344 km/h / 214 mph
Range
1980 km / 1070 nmi
Ceiling
7600 m / 25000 ft
First Flight
1982-12-09
Production Start
1982
Total Built
3000

Variants

  • 208- 118 registrations - Example N104WY

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