Pilatus PC-12
Turboprop • single engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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Mission Profile
270
KTAS
Cruise Speed
9
Occupants
1600
nm
Max Range
907
lbs
Wet Payload
About the Pilatus PC-12
Pilatus PC-12/45
The Pilatus PC-12/45 is a Swiss-built, single-engine turboprop often described as the “Swiss Army Knife” of aviation. Known for its massive cargo door, rugged landing gear, and pressurized cabin, it bridges the gap between utility haulers and corporate business jets. It is powered by the reliable Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67B engine.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- Versatility: Capable of operating from short, unimproved grass or gravel strips while offering a pressurized, business-class cabin at 30,000 feet.
- Cargo Capability: Features a standard aft cargo door (53 in x 52 in) that allows for loading bulky items like motorcycles, pallets, or stretchers, accessible even during flight.
- Cabin Size: The cabin volume rivals that of many mid-size business jets (like the King Air 350), typically configured for 6-9 passengers.
- Safety Record: Despite being a single-engine aircraft, it has an excellent safety record, partly due to its redundant systems and slow stall speed (67 knots).
Trade-offs
- Single Engine Perception: Some corporate operators or insurance policies may prefer twin-engine redundancy for overwater or night operations, though the PT6A is legendary for reliability.
- Speed: While fast for a turboprop (270 kts), it is slower than light jets like the Phenom 100 or Citation M2.
- Handling: The aircraft has a heavy control feel, particularly in roll, which some pilots find fatiguing without autopilot.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 53.25 ft
- Length
- 47.25 ft
- Height
- 14.0 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 9,921 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 9,921 lbs
- Useful Load
- 3,600 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 402 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 270 KTAS
- Range
- 1600 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 30,000 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 2000 fpm
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