1980 CESSNA U206 AMPHIBIAN
Description
Exceptional turnkey, heavily upgraded U206 amphib. New Summit Aviation/Atlantic Aero IO-550-N engine 310hp, new full glass cockpit, new REVERSIBLE MT prop, new UV-blocking windscreen/windows. $400k spent in past 2 years. All logs digital and tracked in Crewchief Systems. One of only two 206's with an IO-550-N and reversible prop in existence.Specifications
Year1980
ManufacturerCESSNA
ModelU206 AMPHIBIAN
Registration #N171RS
Serial NumberU20605558
FlightRulesIFR
ConditionUsed
Based atWest Palm Beach
Total Time3,039
Number of Seats6
Airframe NotesWipline 3730 floats- extensive work ($29k) at 2025 annual to seal floats and replace worn parts.
New gear motor/power pack- 2026
New seat tracks
Walk wire installed between front of floats
New duckbill pumpout valves- 2026
New tires- 2025
Micro AeroDynamics vortex generators ($5k)- 2025
Wheelan LED landing light
Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL IO550N
Engine 1 Horsepower310 HP
Engine 1 Time153 SNEW
Engine 1 TBO2200
Engine 1 NotesNormally aspirated Summit Aviation/Atlantic Aero Continental IO-550-N 310hp with tuned injection for LOP operation and 6 Point Smooth Ride mount system ($145k)
2200 hr TBO. 2024
New throttle, prop, mixture cables 2024
Prop ManufacturerMT
Prop NotesMT Reversible Prop, governor ($40k) 2024. 153 hrs SNEW. All the benefits of turboprop reverse: stop on the water, shorten landing roll, docking, back out, lock in flat pitch at shutdown to allow for startup with zero thrust.
Modifications/ConversionsVortex generators
ADS-B EquippedYes
Auto PilotYes
Avionics/RadiosPFD: Garmin G500TXi with synthetic vision
LRU kit
GMU44B
Integrated AHRS
MFD: Garmin GTN 750 xi w/ voice command
GMA35C remote audio panel with Bluetooth
Garmin GNC 215 Nav/comm
Garmin GTX 345
GDL 69A
GI 275 AD AHRS backup all-in-one
Autopilot: Garmin GFC 500
Trim switch and autopilot disconnect on pilot and copilot yokes
GA37 XM/WAAS ANTENNA
FLIGHTSTREAM 510
JPI EDM 900
Midcontinent CH93MAX clock with USB A and C charging ports
Two GSB 15, Type-A/Type-C charging ports- one in each rear row
LEMO and standard headphone plugs for each seat
($130k in avionics and install by Sarasota Avionics)
Float TypeAmphibious
Additional EquipmentWipline 3730
Interior NotesNew sheepskin seat covers 2025. Comes with 6 seats- excellent condition. Currently flying with 4 seats for increased baggage capacity through cargo door.
Inspection StatusAnnual completed April 2026
Year1980|
ManufacturerCESSNA|
ModelU206 AMPHIBIAN|
Registration #N171RS|
Serial NumberU20605558|
FlightRulesIFR|
ConditionUsed|
Based atWest Palm Beach|
Total Time3,039|
Number of Seats6|
Airframe NotesWipline 3730 floats- extensive work ($29k) at 2025 annual to seal floats and replace worn parts.
New gear motor/power pack- 2026
New seat tracks
Walk wire installed between front of floats
New duckbill pumpout valves- 2026
New tires- 2025
Micro AeroDynamics vortex generators ($5k)- 2025
Wheelan LED landing light|
Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL IO550N |
Engine 1 Horsepower310 HP|
Engine 1 Time153 SNEW |
Engine 1 TBO2200|
Engine 1 NotesNormally aspirated Summit Aviation/Atlantic Aero Continental IO-550-N 310hp with tuned injection for LOP operation and 6 Point Smooth Ride mount system ($145k)
2200 hr TBO. 2024
New throttle, prop, mixture cables 2024|
Prop ManufacturerMT|
Prop NotesMT Reversible Prop, governor ($40k) 2024. 153 hrs SNEW. All the benefits of turboprop reverse: stop on the water, shorten landing roll, docking, back out, lock in flat pitch at shutdown to allow for startup with zero thrust.|
Modifications/ConversionsVortex generators|
ADS-B EquippedYes|
Auto PilotYes|
Avionics/RadiosPFD: Garmin G500TXi with synthetic vision
LRU kit
GMU44B
Integrated AHRS
MFD: Garmin GTN 750 xi w/ voice command
GMA35C remote audio panel with Bluetooth
Garmin GNC 215 Nav/comm
Garmin GTX 345
GDL 69A
GI 275 AD AHRS backup all-in-one
Autopilot: Garmin GFC 500
Trim switch and autopilot disconnect on pilot and copilot yokes
GA37 XM/WAAS ANTENNA
FLIGHTSTREAM 510
JPI EDM 900
Midcontinent CH93MAX clock with USB A and C charging ports
Two GSB 15, Type-A/Type-C charging ports- one in each rear row
LEMO and standard headphone plugs for each seat
($130k in avionics and install by Sarasota Avionics)|
Float TypeAmphibious|
Additional EquipmentWipline 3730|
Interior NotesNew sheepskin seat covers 2025. Comes with 6 seats- excellent condition. Currently flying with 4 seats for increased baggage capacity through cargo door.|
Inspection StatusAnnual completed April 2026|
