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Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair vs Cirrus Sr22t G6 vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex

The Cessna Turbo Stationair (typically the 206 Turbo) is a high‑wing, single‑engine piston utility aircraft aimed at short‑to‑medium missions with flexible loading and backcountry capability. It generally carries about six people including the pilot, with real‑world range commonly in the roughly 600–800 nautical mile class depending on power settings, payload, and reserves. The Cirrus SR22T G6 is a high‑performance, single‑engine turbocharged piston aircraft focused on speed and personal travel rather than hauling. It is usually configured for four to five occupants, and typically offers a similar or slightly longer practical range than the Stationair, often around 800–1,000 nautical miles, while prioritizing higher cruise speeds and a more avionics‑centric cabin. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft in a different class, optimized for payload, rugged operations, and commercial roles. It commonly seats around nine to fourteen passengers depending on configuration, and provides longer legs than the piston singles, often on the order of about 900–1,200 nautical miles, again varying with load and reserves.

SpecCessna Turbo StationairCessna Grand Caravan EX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 1.08$ 3.15
Total Seats610
Flight RulesVFRVFR
ManufacturerCessnaCessna
Aircraft Name206 Turbo StationairGrand Caravan EX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)703964
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.18$ 0.39
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats48
Direct Operating Cost$ 174$ 614
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)161195
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $745,000 $2,695,000
Min Crew1
Max Cabin Seats12
Useful Load (lbs)3332
Cabin
Cockpit22
Total Seats610
Standard Cabin Seats48
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats12
Cabin Pressure (psi)Un-Pressurized
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Engine
FADECNoYes
ModelTIO-540-AJ1APT6A-140
Fuel TypeAvGas
TBO (hrs)20004000
TBO (yrs)12
Horsepower350867
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injected
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)87335
Flat RatingISA + 24
Dimensions
Length (ft)28.341.6
Wingspan (ft)3652.1
Cabin Width (ft)3.65.4
Cabin Height (ft)4.24.5
Cabin Length (ft)12.116.8
Overall Height (ft)9.415.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1132