Piper Lance vs Cessna 206
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Lance
- For sale now
- 14
- Median asking
- $134,975
- Range
- $61,680–$354,750
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 4
- Source marketplaces
- 6
- Model years available
- 1976–2000
Cessna 206
- For sale now
- 160
- Median asking
- $470,636
- Range
- $171,175–$898,750
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 63
- Source marketplaces
- 20
- Model years available
- 1962–2026
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Piper Lance | Cessna 206 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 292 |
| Serious | — | 23 |
| Fatal | — | 55 |
| Fatalities | — | 147 |
| % Fatal | — | 19% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Lance | Cessna 206 |
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| Price Range | $61,680 – $354,750 | $171,175 – $898,750 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 6 |
| Horsepower | — | 300 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 142 kts (263 km/h) | 142 kts (263 km/h) |
| Range | 875 nm (1,620 km) | 840 nm (1,556 km) |
| Service Ceiling | — | 15,700 ft (4,785 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) |
| Useful Load | — | 1,400 lbs (635 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 92.0 gal (348 L) |
| Fuel Burn | — | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $175 |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimatePiper Lance
Cessna 206
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Piper Lance or Cessna 206?
Pick the Lance if…
- Budget matters — from $61,680 vs $171,175, you save ~$109,495.
- Longer range — 875 nm vs 840 nm.
Pick the 206 if…
- More inventory — 160 listings vs 14.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Lance or Cessna 206?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Lance cruises at 142 kts with 875 nm range.
The 206 cruises at 142 kts with 840 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Lance: from $130,000.
Cessna 206: from $724,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Lance and Cessna 206?
206 engine: Lycoming IO-540-AC1A5 (300 hp).
Cruise: 142 vs 142 kts.
Range: 875 vs 840 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
206: about $175/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
206: 6 seats / 1,400 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
206: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data