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Pilatus PC-12

Pilatus Aircraft · Small / Business Turboprop / Commercial Aviation · Switzerland · Modern (1992–2009)

Pilatus PC-12 — Small / Business Turboprop / Commercial Aviation
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The Pilatus PC-12 is a pressurized, single-engined, turboprop aircraft manufactured by Pilatus Aircraft of Stans, Switzerland since 1991. It was designed as a high-performance utility aircraft that incorporates a large aft cargo door in addition to the main passenger door. Due to its efficient, high-utility design, the PC-12 is used by a large variety of operators. The main use for the aircraft is corporate transportation, but it is also used by fractional and small regional airlines, air-ambulance operators, and many government agencies, such as police departments and armed forces. The 2,000th PC-12 was delivered in May 2023.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Commercial
Domain
Civil
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Country
Switzerland
Manufacturer
Pilatus Aircraft
Operator
Business/regional airlines
Primary Role
Small / Business Turboprop / Commercial Aviation
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1994
Produced
1900
Unit Cost (2026$)
$5M
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67P turboprop
Thrust / Power
1,200 shp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
47.3
Wingspan (ft)
53.1
Empty Weight (lb)
6063
MTOW (lb)
10450
Payload (lb)
3748
Endurance (hr)
6.5
Service Ceiling (ft)
30000
Range (mi)
2000
Max Speed (mph)
310
Max Speed (Mach)
0.48