PILATUS “PC-12″€

1994’€“Present

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The Pilatus PC-12 is a prominent single-engine turbine aircraft, characterized by its substantial size and impressive performance specifications, including a 300 KTAS cruise speed, 2,489 nm range, and a 30,000' ceiling.
  • Despite its large dimensions, the PC-12 is highly maneuverable and capable of operating from exceptionally short runways.
  • Its popularity stems from significant mission versatility and diverse configurations, facilitated by a large cabin door, enabling applications ranging from luxury personal transportation to cargo and air ambulance services.
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STANDARD DATA: Pilatus PC-6 Seats 6-8. Gross wt. 9,920. Standard Empty Weight 5,867 lbs. Usable Fuel 402. Engine 1,200 shp Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67B.
PERFORMANCE: Cruise 300 KTAS. Initial climb rate 1,587 fpm. Stall 72 kts. Range 2,489 nm. Ceiling 30,000′. Takeoff run 1395′. Landing roll 900′.

The biggest of the single-engine turbines, the PC-12 has a 53′ wing and stands 14 feet tall. Despite its size, the PC-12 can come and go from the shortest of runways. The popularity of the Pilatus comes not only from its mission versatility, but the variety of configurations. PC-12 huge cabin door allows the aircraft to serve as luxury personal transportation as easily as cargo or air ambulance application.

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