208 Caravan vs GA8 Airvan
| American utility aircraft, primarily deployed for passenger and cargo transportation, known for its operational history since the 1980s. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 9 December 1982 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 3000 units |
| Average unit price | $2.1 million |
| Australian light utility aircraft, introduced in 2000, known for roles in humanitarian work, medical evacuations, and passenger transport. | |
| Origin country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | GippsAero |
| First flight | 3 March 1995 |
| Year introduced | 2000 |
| Number produced | 250 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 26.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.9 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 1,980 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 7,600 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 3,970 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 2,073 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 505 kW â—‰ |
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| Wing area | 19.3 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 3.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 241 km/h |
| Operational range | 1,352 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,100 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 1,814 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 997 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 227 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The GA8 Airvan is faster with a maximum speed of 241 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 0 km/h, a difference of 241 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The 208 Caravan has a longer range at 1,980 km compared to the GA8 Airvan's 1,352 km.
Which can fly higher, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The 208 Caravan has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the GA8 Airvan's 6,100 meters (20,013 ft).
Which is heavier, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The 208 Caravan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,970 kg compared to the GA8 Airvan's 1,814 kg.
Which is larger, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The 208 Caravan is longer at 12.7 meters compared to the GA8 Airvan's 8.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 16 years before the GA8 Airvan which entered service in 2000.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 208 Caravan or GA8 Airvan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 250 units of the GA8 Airvan.