Cessna T206H Stationair
The Cessna T206H is a single-engine aircraft configured as a cantilever high-wing aircraft with a conventional tail. It features fixed, tricycle gear and has a constant-speed propeller. The Model T206H seats up to 5 passengers and 1 pilot.
The six-seat Model T206H was introduced in 1998 and is still produced today, serial numbers 8002 through 9558+.
Specifications
Exterior Dimensions
Wing span: 36 ft 0 in
Length: 28 ft 3 in
Height: 9 ft 4 in
Cabin Interior
Height: 50 in
Width: 43 in
Length: 12 ft 1 in
Baggage Capacity
Weight: 180 lb
Volume: 11 cu ft
Passengers: 6
Weights
Gross Weight: 3,600 lbs
Empty Weight: 2,365 lbs
Maximum Payload: 1,441 lbs
Useable fuel: 87 gal (522 lb)
Engine
Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: TIO-540-AJ1A
Horsepower: 310 HP
Overhaul (HT): 2000 Hrs
Years before overhaul: 12
Performance Specifications
| Horsepower: 310.00 hp | Gross Weight: 3,600 lb |
| Top Speed: 182 | Empty Weight: 2,179 lb |
| Cruise Speed: 161 | Fuel Capacity: 88 gal |
| Stall Speed (dirty): 57 kcas | Range: 703 nm |
| Rate of Climb: 960 fpm | Rate of Climb (One Engine): |
| Service Ceiling: 26,000 | Ceiling (One Engine): |
| Takeoff | Landing |
| Ground Roll: 1,060 ft | Ground Roll 735 ft |
| Takeoff Roll Over 50 ft: 1,970 ft | Landing Roll Over 50 ft: 1,395 ft |
History
After a production hiatus of twelve years, Cessna started manufacturing a new version of the venerable 206 in 1998, with the introduction of the newly certified 206H. The “H” model is generally similar to the previous U206 configuration, with a pilot entry door and a rear double clamshell door for access to the middle and back seats. The “H” is marketed under the name “Stationair”.
Production
After a production hiatus of twelve years, Cessna started manufacturing a new version of the venerable 206 in 1998, with the introduction of the newly certified 206H. The “H” model is generally similar to the previous U206 configuration, with a pilot entry door and a rear double clamshell door for access to the middle and back seats. The “H”, sometimes known as ‘Heavy Hauler', is marketed under the name “Stationair”.
The 206H is powered by a Lycoming IO-540-AC1A powerplant producing 300 hp. The turbocharged T206H is powered by a Lycoming TSIO-540-AJ1A engine of 310 hp.
Even though the Cessna 206H is certified as a six-seat aircraft in its country of origin, the Canadian aviation regulator, Transport Canada has certified it to carry only five people in Canada. This is due to concerns about passenger egress through the rear clamshell door with the flaps extended. Cessna addressed one part of this problem early on, after a flight-test aircraft was damaged when the pilot extended the flaps while taxiing, and his passenger had the clamshell door open (for ventilation; it was a hot summer day). A switch was added to the flap actuation circuit which disabled the flaps when the doors were open. The other part of the problem is that if the flaps are already down, the passenger must perform the complicated procedure of opening the front part as far as possible (about 8 in (20 cm)) then open the rear door and release the spring-loaded rear door handle so it retracts out of the way. This then gives enough clearance to open the rear part of the door fully for egress.
Model 206H ceased production in 2013, however, the T206H remains in production today by Textron/Cessna. Cessna decided cease production of the model P206 due to lack of market demand.
Further Production
Whether commuting with 5 passengers, loading boxes through the dual aft cargo doors, landing on a short dirt airstrip or splashing in at a remote lake on amphibious floats, the turbocharged capability of the Cessna® Turbo Stationair® HD is designed to fit your mission needs. Pushing the limits of what is possible, the Turbo Stationair HD doesn't make you choose between necessity and aspiration. This heavy hauler complete utility aircraft expands your missions to take you almost anywhere.
Improvements
- Heavy Duty - with useful loads up to 1623 lbs the Turbo Stationair offers premium flexibility
- Enhanced Stability - the Stationair's high-wing design offers better visibility and ground clearance
- Accessibility - pilot doors and large, double-door passenger/cargo bay access
- Turbocharged engine - smooth, quick climbs up to 26,000 ft
- Three blade prop - McCauley Blackmac high speed, heated, constant-speed prop
- High Visibility - leading edges of the wing feature LED landing and recognition lights, utilizing pulse technology
- Optional float conversion kit
- Cargo Ready - removable, folding jump seats and externally mounted Cargo Pak (16 cu ft/300 lbs) for additional capacity and double-door loading bay 127 cu ft storage capacity or 6 seat luxury interior seating
- Garmin G1000 NXi Next Generation Avionics package with Advanced Display Technology to improve situational awareness, Charts, ADS-B in/out, and optional wireless technology
Variants
Cessna 206H
Six seats, powered by a Lycoming IO-540-AC1A5 of 300 hp (224 kW), with a gross weight of 3,600 lb (1,633 kg) landplane and certified on 26 November 1997 and manufactured until 2013.
Cessna T206H
Six seats, powered by a turbocharged Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A of 310 hp (231 kW), with a gross weight of 3,600 lb (1,633 kg) landplane and certified on 1 October 1998 and still manufactured today.
