Where it fits well
- 135 kt cruise supports efficient local and regional flying.
- 755 nm published range creates a practical planning radius of about 506 nm with 4 occupants.
- 1001 kg realistic payload proxy and 10 seats define the usable cabin mission.
Key figures
Indicative planning data, compiled 2026-07. Verify against the AFM and records.
| Seats | 10 |
| Realistic payload with mission fuel | 1001 kg |
| Published planning range | 755 nm |
| Practical planning radius (4 people) | 506 nm |
| Cruise speed | 135 kt |
| Runway need | ~350 m |
| Pressurised | No |
| Fuel | Avgas 100LL |
| Fixed annual base | €90k |
| Direct cost per flight hour | €800 |
The ownership trade-off
Exceptional access and payload for short island or utility routes, but slow cruise and commercial maintenance are costly.
Cost picture at different usage
- 40 hours/year: about €135k per year ( €3380 per flight hour all-in)
- 80 hours/year: about €167k per year ( €2090 per flight hour all-in)
- 120 hours/year: about €199k per year ( €1660 per flight hour all-in)
- 180 hours/year: about €247k per year ( €1373 per flight hour all-in)
Older examples add calendar-driven maintenance: a 2011-built airframe is estimated at €165k per year at 80 hours. Condition, engine time remaining and avionics matter more than the year itself, so price the aircraft in front of you, not the model.
Limitations to price honestly
- Exceptional access and payload for short island or utility routes, but slow cruise and commercial maintenance are costly.
- €90k fixed annual planning base before flying a single hour.
- Approximate 350 m take-off requirement must be checked against runway, surface, slope, temperature and loading.
Recommended missions
- Family and small-group touring with a weight-and-balance check for every trip.
- Short and medium regional trips, accepting fuel stops when conditions require.
- Recreational, training or personal travel where operating efficiency is more important than airline-like speed.