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AIRCRAFT PROGRAM

Pilatus PC-12

Lift typeFixed wing
Construction typeFactory-built
Control typePiloted
Engine typeTurboprop
ApplicationBusiness, Cargo, Utility
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Single-engine turboprop multi-purpose aircraft. Includes the variants PC-12 NG, PC-12 NGX, and PC-12 PRO.

Type variants

Variant Launch/First flight Production end  
Pilatus PC-12 1989 / 1991 1994 Baseline variant, replaced by PC-12/45.
Pilatus PC-12 Spectre 1995 / 1995 Multirole variant, formerly PC-12M (until 2002).
Pilatus PC-12 NG 2006 / 2006 Upgraded variant with more powerful engines, engineering designation PC-12/47E.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX 2019 / 2017 Variant with enhanced avionics and engine, adapted from the PC-24.
Pilatus PC-12 PRO 2025 / Reimagining of PC-12 program, includes updated cockpit and redesigned cabin.

Recent news

View full news archive for the Pilatus PC-12.

See recent updates (latest 05/11/2025)

Operations data

For detailed information about current charter operators, maintenance and training providers, and completions services for this aircraft, please consult our sister publication Business Air News: Pilatus PC-12

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Airframe Systems Airframe Assemblies (6) Cabin Interiors (2) Cargo Systems (1) Fluid Power (1) Landing Assemblies (3) Safety & Security Systems (1)
Avionics Avionic Components (1) Communications (Airborne) (2) Flight and Data Management (1) Imaging and Visual Systems (6) Indicators and Instruments (5) Landing Guidance Systems (1) Navigation Aids (Airborne) (3) Warning Systems (2)
Power Systems Electrical Power Systems (2) Engine Components (3) Engines (1) Fuel Systems (1) Rotors & Propellers (2)
Production Technical Consultants (1)
Testing Aircraft Operations (1) Test Services (1)
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