One of at least four planes that evolved from the 182, the 206 has, like the 185, become a stalwart of backcountry flying. With its big rear-loading doors, large useful load and respectable cross-country performance, the 206 can serve as a capacious personal transportation airplane with a backcountry attitude or backcountry air taxi with an attitude. Along with the 172 and 182, the 206 was one of three planes that were reintroduced when Cessna restarted piston production after its 10-year-long hiatus. First flight: 1962. Number built: More than 8,506. Status: In production.
Cessna 206 Stationair
Key Takeaways:
- The Cessna 206 is a highly valued and versatile aircraft, known as a stalwart for backcountry flying due to its large useful load, big rear-loading doors, and respectable cross-country performance.
- It serves a dual purpose as both a capacious personal transportation plane and a robust backcountry air taxi.
- First flown in 1962, over 8,506 units have been built, and it remains in production, having been notably reintroduced after Cessna's piston production hiatus.
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