Aircraft Type
Pilatus PC-12 “Swiss Utility Workhorse”
The Pilatus PC-12 is a versatile Swiss-made single-engine turboprop aircraft renowned for its exceptional reliability, multipurpose capabilities, and ability to operate in challenging terrain and remote locations across various aviation sectors.
IATAPL2ICAOPC12ManufacturerPilatusScore5.75/10Range3,417 kmStatusIn Production
The PC-12 is celebrated for its remarkable versatility, capable of serving multiple roles including executive transport, cargo delivery, medical evacuation, and passenger transportation in both commercial and private aviation markets
The Pilatus PC-12 can land on unprepared and short runways, making it a favorite among bush pilots and operators in remote or challenging geographical regions like Alaska, the Australian Outback, and parts of Africa
Cabin Environment
How the Pilatus PC-12 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
14.4 m
Length
16.2 m
Wingspan
4.3 m
Height
Performance
3,417 km
Range
500 km/h
Cruise Speed
1× Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B
Engines
How It Compares
vs. Cessna Grand Caravan
✓Longer range (3417 km vs 2963 km)
✗Slightly lower passenger capacity (12 vs 14)
vs. Beechcraft King Air 350i
✓Generally lower operating costs
✗Slower cruise speed and less advanced avionics
vs. TBM 940
✓More spacious cabin and better payload
✗Slightly higher fuel consumption