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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

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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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