Cessna 208 Caravan

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10 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

A Cessna 208 Caravan with blue tail approaches, showcasing one of aviation's most popular utility turboprops.

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Aircraft

208 Caravan C208

White with blue vertical stabilizer and accent

ORC (partial, not fully readable)

Registration

Manufacturer

Cessna

Gear

iPhone 12 Pro

Achievements

Turboprop Tracker, Vintage Voyager

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Location

Kaikoura Airport

KBZ/NZKI

-42.4250, 173.6050

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Kaikoura Airport KBZ

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Cessna 208 Caravan is known for its reliability and versatility in remote and regional routes, frequently used for passenger, cargo, and skydiving operations worldwide.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare; over 2,600 produced and in service globally.

Record Flights

Common on short and remote island hops, bush flying, and as a FedEx feeder; not noted for record-length flights.

Safety & Events

Generally has an excellent safety record for its class, used in many challenging environments.

Future Outlook

The type continues in active service; some older frames are retired or converted to freighter/utility roles.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-114A (typical for this model)

Engine

15.88 meters

Wingspan

12.67 meters

Length

1961 kilometers

Range

340 km/h

Speed

9-14 passengers (max 14 pax in commuter configuration)

Capacity

3629 kilograms

MTOW

4.32 meters

Height

675 shp (shaft horsepower)

Thrust

Not commonly published, subject to local and ICAO Annex 16 compliance

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