Cessna 208 Caravan
Cessna · C208
FedEx Express operates a large fleet as feeder freighters. Also popular for skydiving, cargo, and bush flying across Africa.
Small-category turboprop with 1 engine. Cruises at about 184 kts, on the slower end of the traffic mix. Is vulnerable to wake turbulence from heavier types.
1x TurbopropSmallRECAT FFL270 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 1 x Turboprop |
| Weight class | Small (S) |
| RECAT-EU category | F (Light) |
| Service ceiling | 27,000 ft (FL270) |
| Max climb rate | 1,670 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 1,000 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 80 kts |
| Landing speed | 90 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~184 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~195 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 4,496 ft / 0.74 nm / 1,370 m |
| Landing field length | 3,342 ft / 0.55 nm / 1,019 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 1 |
| LAHSO category | 3 |
Where you'll see it
The Cessna 208 Caravan is a utility turboprop used for cargo, commuter services, and special missions. You'll see these at smaller airports and in lower-altitude airspace.