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Does a c208 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.
What category is a c208?
Category:Cessna 208
| 1982 utility aircraft family by Cessna | |
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| Instance of | aircraft family |
| Subclass of | single-turboprop transport, Cessna aircraft |
| Country of origin | United States of America |
What is the difference between RPL and PPL?
A recreational pilot licence (RPL) is available to pilots not wanting to obtain a private pilot licence (PPL) wanting to transfer from the recreational aviation sector to fly registered aircraft. The RPL replaces the old SPL and general flying progress test (GFPT).
How much does it cost to get your RPL?
How much will it cost to get a RPL? Typically, a RPL will be completed in 30 – 35 hours. Depending on which aircraft students choose to use, the cost can range from $13,000 – $15,000. For casual students, this is paid after each flight and not as an upfront cost for the entire training syllabus.
Can you fly a Grand Caravan with a PPL?
To fly a Caravan requires only a PPL and a High Performance endorsement. It is not a complex aircraft, it is not pressurized nor does it have a certified ceiling above 25000 feet so no high altitude or complex endorsement.
What Plane Can I fly with a PPL?
With a PPL, you can fly planes within the single-engine category like the cessna 172 skyhawk and Aviat Husky or planes within the multi-engine category like the Beechcraft Baron and the Piper Seminole. As stated above, certain certifications are required to fly these airplanes.
What is the top speed of a Cessna 208 Caravan?
Cessna Grand Caravan is also used for cargo operations. Producing 675 horsepower at 1,900 rpm, Cessna Grand Caravan is powered by a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-114A turboprop engine. That’s why the Grand Caravan is the go-to aircraft for both business and pleasure….Safety.
| Operating Costs | Grand Caravan |
|---|---|
| Cost per Hour | $362 |
What is the landing speed of a Cessna Caravan?
Performance
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 186 ktas (344 km/h) |
|---|---|
| Landing Distance | 1,625 ft (495 m) |
| Landing Ground Roll | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 25,000 ft (7,620 m) |
| Maximum Climb Rate | 1,234 fpm (376 mpm) |
Do I need a type rating to fly a C208?
The C208 is not designated as requiring a type rating by CASA, but it is stipulated that initial Cessna Caravan training and a flight review on type must be completed by an approved CASR Part 141 or Part 142 training organisation.
What is a C208 Caravan used for?
The Cessna C208 Caravan series has become a stalwart of utility operations the world over. It can be fitted with skis, floats or wheels and is designed to be operated in some of the harshest environments on the planet.
What is the Cessna 208 part 141/142 endorsement?
As the Cessna 208 endorsement also includes the Gas Turbine Engine (GTE) Endorsement, our Part 141/142 organisation has a syllabus of training that involves thorough briefings on gas turbine engines in general, turboprops in particular and the PT6A-114A that is fitted to the majority of Cessna Caravans.