Cessna 208B Pre-Buy Checklist
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Purchase Price
$400K-$2.5M
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$18,270
per year (experienced)
Known Maintenance Issues
436 FAA Service Difficulty Reports (2015-2024)
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reports (SDR). Higher counts may reflect fleet size.
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
86
Total Incidents
80
Accidents
25
Fatal
134.2
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Cessna 208B cost?
Typical purchase price: $400K-$2.5M
What should I check before buying a Cessna 208B?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Cessna 208B?
Experienced pilots: $18,270-$22,330/year.
Are there any known issues with the Cessna 208B?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
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Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.