Cessna P210n

Single Piston

The Cessna P210 Pressurized Centurion represents the pinnacle of Cessna's single-engine piston line, combining the rugged airframe of the Model 210 with cabin pressurization — a rare feature in the single-engine piston world. Introduced in 1978 as the P210N, it offered owner-pilots the ability to cruise comfortably in the flight levels, typically at 18,000 to 20,000 feet, well above weather and turbulence that plague lower altitudes. Powered by a turbocharged Continental TSIO-520 engine producing 310 horsepower, the P210 delivers a maximum cruise speed around 200 knots true airspeed and a service ceiling of 27,000 feet, performance that rivals many light twins while retaining single-engine simplicity and economy. The pressurization differential of 3.4 psi maintains a sea-level cabin up to about 12,500 feet, making long cross-country flights far more comfortable for passengers. Production ran through the mid-1980s, and the type remains popular among serious cross-country pilots who value its blend of speed, altitude capability, and payload. The retractable landing gear, six-seat cabin, and generous useful load make it a capable business and family aircraft, though the complexity of the turbocharger and pressurization system demands careful maintenance and pilot proficiency. SkyMeter has tracked flights across airframes and operators, with the largest observed operator.