Cessna T206H Pre-Buy Checklist
Single Piston · 686 active
Purchase Price
$30K-$200K
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$1,915
per year (experienced)
Known Maintenance Issues
48 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
51
Total Incidents
50
Accidents
17
Fatal
74.3
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 T206H cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a Cessna T206H?
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 T206H?
Experienced pilots: $1,915-$2,340/year.
Are there any known issues with the Cessna T206H?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Engine
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.