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Pilatus PC-9

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

Pilatus PC-9 — Advanced Military Trainer
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The Pilatus PC-9 is a single-engine, low-wing tandem-seat turboprop training aircraft designed and manufactured by Pilatus Aircraft of Switzerland.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Trainer
Domain
Defence
Era
Cold War (1970–1991)
Country
Switzerland
Manufacturer
Pilatus Aircraft
Operator
Australia / Germany / Saudi Arabia / many
Primary Role
Advanced Military Trainer
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1984
Produced
260
Unit Cost (2026$)
~$4-6M used
Propulsion
Turboprop
Engine
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-62
Thrust / Power
1,150 shp
Launch
Ground
Length (ft)
33.1
Wingspan (ft)
34.1
Empty Weight (lb)
4719
MTOW (lb)
7055
Endurance (hr)
4
Service Ceiling (ft)
38000
Range (mi)
900
Max Speed (mph)
368
Armament
Hardpoints: seven hardpoints, 3 under each wing, inner two rated at 250 kg (550 lb), outer rated at 110 kg (240 lb)