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Pilatus PC-12 Claims To Be 'Most Flown' Business Aircraft In US Last Year

Most Takeoffs In U.S. From Summer To Summer

Pilatus Aircraft announced that its PC-12 single-engine turboprop recorded 316,328 takeoffs between August 2023 and July 2024, representing 8.8% of all departures, according to “WingX Advance”, an aviation industry data provider.

The Swiss manufacturer, who introduced the PC-12 in 1994, said its latest version the PC-12NGX, is a state-of-the-art aircraft. In 2023 the company produced over 100 units for delivery worldwide including 48 in the U.S., the world’s dominant business aviation market.

The global PC-12 fleet has now completed more than ten million flight hours and is used for a wide variety of missions. These include business travel, charter flights, fractional and small regional airlines, cargo transport, air ambulance, emergency medical transportation, and personal travel. Its capability and flexibility make it one of the most versatile aircraft with relatively low operating costs.

The PC-12 is certified in more than 60 countries and with its efficient and high-utility design, maintains a high resale value, particularly for owner-flown aircraft. The company says that the aircraft embodies its commitment to efforts in sustainability and its low fuel burn enables it to reach places with relatively lower fuel consumption. The PT6 engine is certified for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), which also adds to its reputation for safe and efficient flight.

FMI:  www.pilatus-aircraft.com/

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