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Pilatus PC-7

Pilatus Aircraft · Military Trainer · Switzerland · Cold War (1970–1991)

Pilatus PC-7 — Military Trainer
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The Pilatus PC-7 Turbo Trainer is a low-wing tandem-seat training aircraft, designed and manufactured in Switzerland by Pilatus Aircraft. The aircraft is capable of all basic training functions, including aerobatics, instrument, tactical, and night flying.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Trainer
Domain
Defence
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
Switzerland
Manufacturer
Pilatus Aircraft
Operator
30+ nations air forces
Primary Role
Military Trainer
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1978
Produced
500
Unit Cost (2026$)
~$3-4M used
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-25C
Thrust / Power
650 shp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
32
Wingspan (ft)
34.1
Empty Weight (lb)
4188
MTOW (lb)
6173
Endurance (hr)
4
Service Ceiling (ft)
33000
Range (mi)
880
Max Speed (mph)
345
Armament
Hardpoints: 6 × underwing hardpoints for bombs and rockets