Cessna 208 Caravan

Summary

Category	Combat aircraft
Origin country	🇺🇸 United States
First flight	9 December 1982
Year of introduction	1984
Number produced	3000 units

Description

The Textron Cessna 208 is a versatile military aircraft designed for various missions and deployments. It was developed by Textron Aviation as part of the Cessna 208 Caravan family, primarily known for its civilian applications. The military variant features modifications and enhancements to meet the requirements of the armed forces. With its sturdy construction and reliable performance, the Cessna 208 is utilized by military organizations for tasks such as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), troop and cargo transport, aerial surveying, and training exercises. Its adaptability and operational capabilities make it a valuable asset in military operations across different theaters.

Technical specifications

Version: 208B Grand Caravan
Crew	1 or 2 pilots + 9 passengers
Wing area	26 m² (279.9 sqft)
Wingspan	15.9 m (52.1 ft)
Height	4.3 m (14.2 ft)
Length	12.7 m (41.6 ft)
Service ceiling	7600 m (24934 ft)
Empty weight	2073 kg (4570 lbs)
Max. takeoff weight	3970 kg (8752 lbs)
Climb rate	3.9 m/s (12.8 ft/s)
Powerplant	1 × turboprop Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-114A delivering 505 kW

Current operating countries

Country		Units
	Brazil	30
	Colombia	27
	Pakistan	13
	United Arab Emirates	13
	Iraq	9
	Jordan	8
	South Africa	8
	Guatemala	5
	Paraguay	5
	Venezuela	5
	Argentina	4
	Honduras	4
	Kenya	4
	Niger	4
	Tunisia	4
	Cameroon	3
	Chile	3
	Lebanon	3
	Panama	3
	Chad	2
	Mauritania	2
	Mexico	2
	Philippines	2
	Rwanda	2
	Uganda	2
	United States	2
	Yemen	2
	Zambia	2
	Bahamas	1
	Bahrain	1
	Bangladesh	1
	Djibouti	1
	Dominican Republic	1
	Mali	1
	Peru	1