Cessna Grand Caravan C208B
SINGLE ENGINE TURBO-PROP HIGH-WINGED AIRCRAFT
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General information
The Cessna 208 Caravan is an unpressurized, single engine turbo-prop high-winged aircraft designed by Cessna initially as a light passenger aircraft, later known as the “Babyvan” flying for the first time on December 9th 1982. The “Babyvan” was later redesigned into a Cargomaster freighter due to its highly sought-after ability to carry large loads over short distances at low operating costs, then into the 4 ft(1.2 m) longer 208B Super Cargomaster which flew for the first time in 1986. The aircraft’s capabilities proved the need to adapt once again into a passenger variant as the 208B Grand Caravan- the aircraft we fly for you today- which allows for ultimate flexibility with various kits and configurations. There is very little that this aircraft cannot do!
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Highly adaptable
The large semi-cantilever high-wings allow the aircraft to operate at very low speeds into small, difficult to reach runways – some as short as 500 m long. With well-designed – proven Cessna landing gear struts and large bush tyres the C208B has an incredible ability to land onto almost any surface be it tarmac, gravel, water or even snow.
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Performance
The powerful, efficient and dependable 675 horsepower tractor configured Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-114A turbine engine gives this turboprop its exceptional payload capabilities. Typically Arc En Ciel operates with 9-10 passengers while cruising at an average 150 kt (278 km/h or 173 mph) and due to its low operating costs can easily outperform most multi-engine aircraft for short commuter flights.
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From our seat to yours
The C208B cockpit hosts the Garmin GTN 750 supporting a full colour weather radar, Terrain Advanced Warning System (TAWS), ADS-B IN for increased traffic awareness and a fully coupled autopilot for added safety. Our aircraft can be configured for passengers or freight, is air conditioned for your comfort and with the added benefit of a cargo pod offers you more legroom.
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Technica data
Passengers: 10
Crew: 2
Catering available on request
Luggage: standard size. Weight and number of bags variable: based on route and passenger numbers.
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Contact us
(+221) 33 820 24 67
Our office
ARC EN CIEL S.A.
Airline company
Aéroport L.S. Senghor
BP 29.212
Dakar-Yoff, Sénégal