Kodiak 900

Overview

The Kodiak 900 is a significant evolution of the rugged Kodiak 100, offering a 3.9-foot fuselage stretch and a substantial power boost via the 900-shp Pratt & Whitney PT6A-140A. While it retains the legendary Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) heritage of its predecessor, the 900 is refined for the owner-pilot and corporate market, featuring a ‘Summit+’ executive interior and a 210-knot cruise speed that makes it a viable cross-country machine.

Key Features for GA Buyers

• Versatility: Transition from a 10-seat executive transport to a massive cargo hauler in minutes thanks to track-mounted, removable seating.
• Modern Avionics: Standard Garmin G1000 NXi suite with GFC 700 autopilot, Synthetic Vision, and PlaneSync™ technology for a connected cockpit experience.
• STOL Performance: Maintains the ability to operate out of unimproved strips under 1,500 feet, even with the larger airframe.
• Refined Cabin: Significantly improved environmental control systems (dual-zone heating/cooling) and better soundproofing than the utility-focused Series III.

Trade-offs

• Not Pressurized: Despite the executive feel and 25,000 ft service ceiling, the aircraft is unpressurized, requiring oxygen for high-altitude flight.
• Speed vs. Competitors: While faster than the Kodiak 100, it is still outpaced by Daher’s TBM series or the Pilatus PC-12.
• Fixed Gear Drag: The fixed landing gear (even with aerodynamic fairings) limits top-end efficiency compared to retractable turboprops.