Does the Cessna Caravan have air conditioning?

Press Release – Tropic Air, the Airline of Belize – April 3, 2017 – Earlier this month, Tropic Air maintenance staff completed installation of a 24,000BTU air conditioning system on its final Cessna Caravan. All eleven (11) caravans in the fleet are now fully climate-controlled for passenger comfort.

Is the Cessna Caravan pressurized?

No. Pressurization is not an option on the Caravan, however, built-in supplemental oxygen is available for pilots and passengers.

Does a Cessna Caravan require a type rating?

Pilots must earn their type rating in the Cessna C208B to be qualified to fly this aircraft. In most cases, the airline you fly for will get you type-rated.

How much fuel does a Cessna Caravan burn per hour?

Cessna 208B Grand Caravan It burns 50 gallons of fuel per hour, which, at $5 per gallon, is $250.00 per hour. Maintenance on a Grand Caravan is estimated to cost $201.64 per hour. Combining fuel and maintenance costs equals $451.64 per hour in direct operating costs.

Is the Cessna Caravan a safe aircraft?

Incidents with the Cessna Caravan 208B There have been a total of 231 recorded incidences and 166 fatalities with the Cessna Caravan 208, according to the Aviation Safety Network. For a time, Cessna Caravans were crashing when encountering icy conditions.

How high can a Cessna Caravan fly?

25,000 ft
Performance

Why do planes have to fly at 30000 feet?

A jet engine operates more efficiently at higher altitude where the air is much thinner, allowing an aircraft to travel faster whilst at the same time, burning less fuel. Flying above 30,000ft also has the benefit of allowing the aeroplane to fly above most weather systems making it more comfortable for the passengers.

Can a private pilot fly a single engine jet?

But there’s no limit on the type of plane a private pilot can fly as long as they meet the ratings on your license. If you are rated to fly single-engine land airplanes, you can fly any of them, so long as they are less than 12,500 pounds and not turbine powered.

What kind of plane can you fly with a private pilot license?

The private pilot’s license will certify you to fly just about any single engine piston (non-jet and non-turbo prop powered) airplane in basic good weather (VFR, or visual flight rules) conditions under 18,000 feet.

Who are the owners of the Cessna Caravan?

At Pacific Air Holdings, we have literally owned and operated Cessna Caravans in every corner of the world. Success is the only option when you choose Pacific Air Holdings as your Cessna caravan leasing service. We own the aircraft, there is no middleman when you deal with us.

What are the specs of a Cessna Caravan?

Currently in all leather, 8 place Executive Seating Passenger Configuration. Engine: PT6A-114A, Engine TBO is 3600 hrs. Specs: G1000, TCAS, RAD ALT, TAWS, Weather Radar, HF Radio, Infrared Night Vision Camera, Wool Covered pilots seats, very nice interior.

Is there a pressurization option on a Cessna Caravan?

In addition, the entire cabin floor is load stressed, meaning that the cabin floor is suitable for supporting cargo, provided it is properly secured and not blocking the exits in case of emergency egress. No. Pressurization is not an option on the Caravan, however, built-in supplemental oxygen is available for pilots and passengers.

Where did I fly the Cessna Caravan ce-208?

This summer I was fortunate to fly the Cessna Caravan on a demo flight at Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (KCXO). First, I rode along as a passenger to get a feel from the passenger’s perspective, and later, I flew the airplane from the front seat and experienced the handling characteristics for myself.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsDy4iyTff4