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Pilatus PC-21
Pilatus Aircraft · Advanced Turboprop Trainer / Advanced Turboprop Training · Switzerland · Modern (1992–2009)
© Photo: Adrian Pingstone (Arpingstone) · Public domain
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The Pilatus PC-21 is a turboprop-powered advanced trainer with a stepped tandem cockpit. It is manufactured by Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland.
Specifications
Category Fixed Wing
Sub-Category Trainer
Domain Dual-Use
Era Modern (1992–2009)
Country Switzerland
Manufacturer Pilatus Aircraft
Operator Switzerland / Australia / UAE / Saudi Arabia / Singapore / France / Qatar / Bahrain
Primary Role Advanced Turboprop Trainer / Advanced Turboprop Training
Status In Service
Service Entry 2008
Produced 250
Unit Cost (2026$) ~$15M
Propulsion Turboprop
Engine 1x Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-68B turboprop
Thrust / Power 1,600 shp
Launch Ground
Length (ft) 37.4
Wingspan (ft) 30
Empty Weight (lb) 3960
MTOW (lb) 6283
Service Ceiling (ft) 38000
Range (mi) 832
Max Speed (mph) 370
Max Speed (Mach) 0.48