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 versatile aircraft, renowned as a stalwart of backcountry flying, serving as capacious personal transportation or an air taxi.
- Key features contributing to its utility include big rear-loading doors, a large useful load, and respectable cross-country performance.
- First flown in 1962 with over 8,506 units built, it was reintroduced alongside the 172 and 182 when Cessna restarted piston production and remains in production today.
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