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Cross-country business jaunts are perfectly suited for the hard-charging twin jets of a Cessna Citation. But for serious heavy lifting to destinations on and off the beaten path, the Caravan is, hands down, your go-to draft horse. This extremely economical aircraft will haul whatever you need to carry and land wherever you need it to be. And with both Sure Thing workhorses in your stable, youre poised to fully exploit the
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combination of speed, versatility and capability offered by the hardest-working performers in any business. CARAVAN 9
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Whether youre flying for family sport or raw utility, it should go without saying that the Cessna Caravan is one aptly named vehicle. With up to 340 cubic feet of cabin space for up to 12 passengers* you can carry a , mountain of cargo or a healthy combination of both. Your sojourns far and wide will always be well-provisioned.
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s a business tool, the Caravan is the unequaled king of the air when it comes to cost-efficiency, flyability and the transportation of people and cargo within a 600- to 800-mile radius. But when hardearned personal time comes your way, your Caravans more than up to the challenge of playing hopscotch with an island chain, or hauling gear and guests to the peaks of the Rockies. And with the sumptuous comfort of the available Oasis interior, you and your crew will start to unwind the second you climb aboard.
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DeSeRveS AN OASIS.
Supple leather seating. Exquisite wood trim and cabinetry. Flat-panel video displays. And elegant design options throughout. With the newly redesigned Caravan Oasis Interior, your new luxury office suite is located in a 25,000-foot high-rise.
Luxury interior option shown is offered by Yingling Aviation under a supplemental type certificate.
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ure, the intrepid Caravan is beloved by bush pilots, cargo haulers and outdoor adventure guides. Yet the same heavy-lifting, land-anywhere, ruggedly powerful qualities that make it a working - class hero have also made it a favorite for the worlds white-collar warriors. This highly effective executive transport features more cabin space than a comparable twin - engine aircraft. Yet it operates at a fraction of the cost. Whether youre rolling up your sleeves and getting down to business or rolling up your pant cuffs for a walk on the beach.
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Eve r y day, C ar avan Am ph i bi an s br i n g civilization to corners of the earth that have never even thought of having a traditional runway. And, every day, hunters, anglers and other outdoorsmen use the Caravan to escape civilization entirely. So, go ahead. Load it up with a generous amount of baggage and passengers. Stuff even more gear into the enormous, sturdy floats. Lift off and fly at speeds in excess of 185 miles per hour for more than 500 statute miles at max payload.
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As the largest single-engine aircraft on floats built today, the Caravan floatplane is, by far, the ultimate amphibian. After all, theres a vast world out there waiting to be explored. And your adventurous spirit shouldnt be limited by the wheels on your aircraft. Seaplane-exclusive floats are also available.
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Imagine this: Theres this quiet place, way off the beaten path, where the trophy fish are always hungry. And your Caravan Amphibian is ready to take you, and your fishing buddies, on the adventure of a lifetime. So pack up all your favorite fishing tackle, camping gear and provisions. Now, take off. Splashdown where theyre biting. And return home with a creel full of flying and fish stories that need no embellishment.
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Every day, the world counts on FedEx to deliver. In turn, FedEx depends on a fleet of more than 250 Super Cargomasters to make it happen. In an industry where every s e c o n d c o u n t s , F e d E x kn o w s t h e Cargomasters 452 cubic feet of total cargo volume will accommodate even the largest orders, and that the 49 x 50-inch double cargo doors will allow for fast loading of fully palletized shipments. While the capable 675-horsepower Pratt & W h i t n e y turboprop helps expedite delivery. A n d w i t h f r o n t - t o - back l oadi n g, spac i o u s f l at f l o o r i n g an d a 9 9 % + dispatch reliability rate, the heavyl i f t i n g C ar avan i s t h e f ai l - saf e c h o i c e to help you deliver the goods, as well.
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Utilized by airline operators worldwide for its adaptability, reliability and just plain money-making potential, the Caravan is also a business tool for providing smaller, underserved markets with economical transportation. A Grand Caravan can accommodate up to 12 passengers and two pilots*. Yet because the Caravan can turn a profit transporting as few as four passengers, your profitability grows with each additional passenger. And with the low maintenance costs and low fuel consumption of a singleengine aircraft, your investment will go further. As it takes your airline farther.
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AHRS. Attitude Heading & Reference System (AHRS). Solid-state system capable of in-flight and on-the-move initialization. Three-Axis Magnetometer. Provides full three-axis magnetic field information in all flight attitudes. Enhanced Safety Features. Standby pitot/static instruments
(airspeed, altimeter, attitude indicator).
rest the controls for the Garmin GFC 700 fully integrated flight control system. With innovative features including airspeed hold, overspeed protection, pitch hold and coupled VNAV, the GFC 700 provides precise lateral and vertical guidance and capabilities formerly available only on the most sophisticated business jets. Other features include: All-digital, 3-axis (pitch and roll), dual-channel, fail-safe system Fully coupled enroute legs, approaches, holding patterns, procedure turns, DME arcs, vertical navigation (VNAV) WAAS coupled for GPS-only precision approaches Control Wheel Steering (CWS) for temporary hand flying without disconnecting autopilot Flight Director command bars Dedicated Back Course (BC) mode.
Traffic. The optional KTA 870 Traffic Advisory System (TAS) will
automatically display other transponder-equipped traffic (Mode A/C and S) within 40 nm.
ADC. The solid-state, digital air data computer computes TAS, CAS, VSI, TAT, wind direction and velocity for display. Weather. The Flight Information System (FIS) supplies XM Satellite Weather
and Radio services via the GDL69A datalink (subscriptions optional).
glass cockpit integrates the Garmin GWX 68 Airborne Color Weather Radar. Using a 12-inch phased array antenna for up to 305 nm reporting range, the GWX features various pilot-adjustable scan angles, pitch and roll stabilization and other smart features to provide the Caravan pilot the ultimate picture of real-time flight conditions.
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TAkEOFF AND CLIMB. Climbing out of Asheville, the system tracks your position
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You cruise smoothly along, staying one step ahead of conditions with the optional XM Weather service. In addition to the functions youll
other restricted or prohibited areas. 2 You can also monitor your progress as you pass waypoints youve included in your flight plan, including intersections, VORs, holding patterns and fixes that comprise approaches at your destination. In addition, several key 3 terrain graphics may also be simultaneously displayed. The result is increased situational awareness and added safety during this phase of flight. 48 CARAVAN
likely use most often textual and graphical 4 METARS, TAFs, 5 NEXRAD radar, and graphical winds aloft you also get 6 lightning, cloud tops, freezing levels, and TFRs, as well as many other textual and graphical weather products. All this pilot-friendly information is automatically sent to your aircraft via the XM Satellite System and updated continuously to provide you with a near real-time picture of conditions youll encounter or avoid during your flight. Want even a little more reassurance? Range rings depicting your 7 range with reserves and maximum range based on current fuel flow and wind conditions are readily available. CARAVAN 49
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APPROAChING MEMPhIS.
Get ready for a far smoother approach. The G1000s Electronic Approach Charts mean no more grappling with the flight bag or futzing
TAXI AND TERMINAL. Once on the ground in Memphis, optional Garmin SafeTaxi Charts make navigating even the most complex airport mazes ultra-simple and safe.
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with tissue-thin papers during the absolute-busiest segment of your flight. To make the deal even sweeter, with optional Garmin ChartView powered by Jeppesen 8 your aircrafts position is displayed on the upper section of the chart. Talk about the ultimate in situational awareness during the approach-to-landing phase. Youll know exactly where you are relative to the approach segment. And, theres nothing new to learn; the charts are formatted just like the ones youve likely been using for years. Simple and easy.
landmarks. So put away those clumsy books and charts. And enjoy all of the ease and benefits of flight the way it was meant to be. In a paperless cockpit.
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With over 300 million total flight hours to its credit, Caravans Pratt & Whitney PT6A-114A engine has a scheduled overhaul interval of 3,600 hours and a hot section inspection at 1,800 hours. The cowling can be completely removed in less than 15 minutes, exposing the engine and accessories for exceptional ease of maintenance.
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CARGO DOOR
The Caravans left-side, 49 x 50-inch double cargo door allows easy, precise insertion of even palletized cargo and other large items. The sturdy two-piece design provides for maximum clearance and convenient access for loaders.
AIRSTAIR
The durable, right-rear airstair was created to enable passengers
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The Caravans square cabin and flat floor make packing efficient and easy. Front-to-back cabin loading is simplified with pre-marked weight-limit zones that can be partitioned to keep weight from shifting.
to board quickly and efficiently. The door is easily opened or closed from inside and outside the aircraft. Once inside, passengers will enjoy a comfortable ride in the roomy Caravan cabin.
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Wide, flat floor and square cabin create maximum cargo space and promote easy loading.
Four doors for easy access: two crew doors, an airstair door and a large cargo door.
Garmin G1000 integrated glass cockpit for at-a-glance situational awareness and control.
Large windows throughout cabin provide excellent visibility. Sturdy, comfortable seats are designed for quick and easy removal and/or installation.
Easily removed cowling affords complete engine and control-component access. All-metal propeller is fully reversible for short-field operations. Pratt & Whitney PT6A Turboprop engine provides 675 horsepower and unmatched reliability.
Big 49 x 50-inch cargo door promotes easy loading of even palletized items.
large Fowler-type flaps extend over 70 percent of the wingspan for lower approach speeds. Slot-lip spoilers mechanically interconnect to the aileron bell crank to provide excellent low-speed roll control. Fail-safe wing spar construction.
large impactabsorbing tires. low-maintenance, oil-only nose gear is specially designed to absorb impact on rough fields. Inertial separator provides an engine intake bypass for rain and solid particles when needed.
Durable one-piece steel-tube landing gear flexes to handle even the roughest terrain.
Cargo pod provides as much as 111 cubic feet and 1,000 pounds of additional capacity.
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INTeRIOR CONFIGURATIONS
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The executive seating options take you to extreme places in extreme comfort.
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Passengers and cargo? No problem. Your Caravan can adapt to handle the load.
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Flexible seating configurations provide for up to 12 passengers and two pilots.*
Single-Seat Rows
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The Super Cargomaster offers a rugged, flat floor and 220 pounds more payload.
High-Density Airline
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Cruise Speed (10,000 ft) ktas/km Range (10,000 ft) nm/km
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186 932 1,234 25,000 1,160 2,053 61 745 1,655 8,035 8,000 7,800 4,239 3,796 28.6 11.9
344 1,726 376 7,620 354 626 113 227 504 3,645 3,629 3,538 1,923 1,722
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Standard Empty Weight lb/kg Maximum Useful Load lb/kg Wing Loading lb/sq ft Power Loading lb/hp
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