Cessna 208 Caravan Pre-Buy Checklist
Turboprop · 1984-present · 2,200 active
Purchase Price
$400K-$2.5M
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$18,270
per year (experienced)
Known Maintenance Issues
33 FAA Service Difficulty Reports (2015-2024)
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reports (SDR). Higher counts may reflect fleet size.
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
94
Total Incidents
88
Accidents
38
Fatal
42.7
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Cessna 208 Caravan cost?
Typical purchase price: $400K-$2.5M
What should I check before buying a Cessna 208 Caravan?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Cessna 208 Caravan?
Experienced pilots: $18,270-$22,330/year.
Are there any known issues with the Cessna 208 Caravan?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Engine
Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.