1999 Straight Float Cessna 208

This FAA Part 135 Certified Cessna 208 isn’t just another Caravan—it’s a rare, high-capability machine built to outperform. It carries the BlackHawk XP140 engine upgrade, delivering the kind of thrust that changes everything: stronger climb, faster cruise, better efficiency, and a level of confidence no stock Caravan can match.

The aircraft holds the 8,360 lb Gross Weight STC, and that increased gross weight applies to every configuration: amphibious floats, straight floats, and landplane wheel gear. Whatever setup you operate, you keep the full payload benefit.

It’s fully de-ice certified for dependable, all-season operation, and it includes nearly new landplane wheel gear for operators who demand flexible mission changes.

The float system is a standout feature. The aircraft is equipped with Wipline 8000 amphibious floats, true amphibs, with a unique Wipaire design. These floats can be converted to straight-float configuration by removing the amphibious components using a Wipaire engineering kit, and they can be converted back to full amphibious mode at any time. The floats currently installed are simply being operated in the straight-float configuration, but they remain amphibious floats with fully reversible capability. This flexibility is exceptionally hard to find in the market.

A rare cargo pod is included as well, opening up more space, more mission profiles, and more revenue options.

This isn’t just a working aircraft; it’s a go-anywhere, do-everything platform built for operators who want the upper hand. More power, more payload, more versatility. It stands among the most capable Caravans today.

Questions? Let's Talk!

Chad Peterson

Office: 651-209-7170
Cell: 651-402-7932
Email: cpeterson@wipaire.com

Registration Number:
N865HP
Serial Number:
20800289
Price:
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Airframe:

8,490 Hours

Engine:

2,823.6 Hours TT SNEW

PT6A-140 Blackhawk

Propeller:

355.7 Hrs TSO

3,818.2  Hrs TT SNEW

Hartzell HC-3BTN-3AFY

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Modifications & Conversions:
  • Engine Pre-Heat Heater
  • Aero Twin Rudder Lock
  • Cargo Door Trim – Aero Twin STC
  • A.S.I.C. Aux Wing Jack Pads
  • 8000 Amphibious Floats (Modified to Straight Floats)
  • Wipaire 8,360 lb Gross Weight Increase STC
Avionics:
  • Transponder: GTX 345 ADS-B IN/OUT
  • Encoding Altimeter
  • Flight Computer: KC192
  • ADF: King KR87
  • Autopilot: KFC-150
  • Flight Commander Indicator: KI256
  • HSI: KI525A
  • GPS: Garmin GNS 530
  • TAWS (Terrain Awareness and Warning System)
  • NAV/COM: KX155
Interior:

Aero Twin Seating,  Tan Seating with Black Vinyl Flooring

Exterior:

Red Over White with White Striping

Additional Equipment:

Features

  • BlackHawk XP140 867 HP Engine Upgrade
  • MVP-50T Glass Panel Engine Monitor
  • Landplane Gear with Fairings on 22×10 MLG Tires (3 CSN on MLG / 0 CSN on Nose)
  • Cargo Pod – Rare and Valuable Addition
  • De-Ice Boot System Parts & Hardware
  • Maintenance De-Ice Boot Regulator
  • Windshield De-Ice Plate
  • Co-Pilot Instrumentation
  • Auxiliary Vacuum Pump – Aero Twin
  • Aero Twin Single Folding Seats
  • Artex ME406 ELT
  • Amphibian Gear Advisory
  • LED Nav Lights and Strobes
  • Gross Weight Increase Kit
  • Operator’s Spare Parts Inventory
  • Amphibious Landing Gear Components
  • FAA Part 135 Certified
Annual Status:
Annual 03/2025
FOB:
South St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Prices are in U.S. Dollars, and are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include taxes, duties or tariffs. The accuracy of the above specifications are only offered as to the best of our knowledge at the time. Aircraft is subject to prior sale and/or removal from the market. Aircraft to be sold “as is, where is.” All specifications and representations of the aircraft are subject to verification by the buyer before purchase.

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Questions? Let's Talk!

Chad Peterson

Office: 651-209-7170
Cell: 651-402-7932
Email: cpeterson@wipaire.com

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