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Pilatus PC-24

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Overview

In 2007, Switzerland-based Pilatus started work on a twin engine jet that would fly further and faster than its single turboprop PC-12, and that would still be capable of operating from short, unpaved airstrips; enter the PC-24.

The ‘Super Versatile Jet’ is a low-wing cantilever cabin monoplane, with room for eight passengers, that combines a medium-light jet cabin size, light jet performance and turboprop versatility. Cabin reconfiguration is simple, it has a pallet-sized cargo door for medical, utility and special mission transports, and the internal, pressurised baggage compartment measures 90 cubic ft.

The PC-24 was revealed at EBACE on 21 May, 2013 and it rolled off the production line on 1 August, 2014. The first flight of the prototype took place on 11 May, 2015 from Buocks airport, marking the start of a two year certification campaign. EASA and FAA type approval was received on 7 December, 2017 and the first customer delivery was on 7 February, 2018.

The Pilatus PC-24, certified for single pilot operation, is powered by two FADEC-controlled Williams FJ44-4A-QPM turbofans, each delivering 3,400 lbf of thrust and mounted in nacelles on the side of the rear fuselage. It doesn’t need an APU because the engines have Quiet Power Mode to provide ground power efficiently and quietly. It does have a T-tail and a retractable tricycle landing gear.

Towards the end of 2018, the PC-24 was certified to land on dry sand and gravel; Transport Canada certification was awarded on 27 June 2019; it has European and US steep approach certification; and, on February 2020, it was approved for rough field operation from grass, wet earth and snow-covered surfaces.

In February 2021, Pilatus delivered the first PC-24 with a high-utility 10 seat commuter configuration.

Specifications
  • Typical passenger capacity:   8
  • Range:   1,645nm
  • Cruise speed:   440 kts
  • Cabin height:   5.08 ft
  • Cabin width:   5.58 ft
  • Cabin length:   23 ft
  • Cabin volume:   573 cu ft
  • Active fleet worldwide:   248
  • Available for charter worldwide:   54
  • Typical price:   $11,050,000 to $12,225,000 pre-owned. PC-24 $12,225,000 new.
  • Production dates:   2017 - current
  • Engines:   Williams FJ44/FJ33 Series
Supplemental Type Certificates

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11/05/2023 EASA: 10067483. EMS Equipment P/N 024-0229582-501 and P/N 024-0314000-501. Rev. 1 changes the following limitations defined in the FMS: Limitations for EMS operation, Satcom limitation, Removal of the temperature limitations for vacuum pump and 240 VAC outlets...
Pilatus PC-24
STC holder: Aerolite
03/03/2023 EASA: 10081375. Installation of EMS Equipment P/N 024-0303000-501
Pilatus PC-24
STC holder: Aerolite
03/03/2022 EASA: 10078701. Installation of cabin power outlets.
Pilatus PC-24
STC holder: Pilatus Business Aircraft

 

Manufacturing data
For detailed information about the manufacture of this aircraft, please consult our sister publication Airframer: Pilatus PC-24
Charter operators
Canada NovaJet Aviation Group , Starlink Aviation
U.S.A. AirSmart , Cobalt Air , Cutter Flight Management , Maxair , Modesto Jet Center , N-Jet , Otter Air Services , Trident Aircraft , Western Aircraft
Maintenance centres
Canada Aviation B.L. , Enterprise Aviation Group , Firkus Aircraft , Global Aviation Services , Handfield Aviation , Levaero Aviation , Newton Aviation Services , Starlink Aviation
Mexico Pilatus PC-12 Center de Mexico
U.S.A. Aero Center Epps Atlanta , Atlas Aircraft Center , Clay Lacy Aviation , Cutter Aviation , Pro Star Aviation , Skytech , Western Aircraft
Completions centres
Canada Flying Colours Corp.
U.S.A. Pilatus Business Aircraft , Rose-Wood Aircraft Completions , Western Aircraft
Type rating training providers
U.S.A. FlightSafety Dallas North Learning Center
Manufacturer
Switzerland Pilatus Aircraft
New aircraft sales
Canada Levaero Aviation, Pilatus Business Aircraft (U.S.A.)
Mexico Cutter Aviation (U.S.A.), Pilatus PC-12 Center de Mexico
U.S.A. Aero Center Epps Atlanta, Cutter Aviation, KCAC (Kansas City Aviation Center), Pilatus Business Aircraft, Skytech, Western Aircraft
News from Business Air News
Platoon Aviation expands PC-24 ranks to eight
March 11, 2024
Platoon has acquired two PC-24s each year since 2021 and four more are due to arrive by 2026, bringing the eventual total up to 12. The aircraft operate on a floating fleet model, with no fixed home base across Europe.
NSW Ambulance PC-24s are ready for take off
February 19, 2024
As part of a $54.3m boost to increase the capability of its aeromedical operations, two PC-24s have joined the NSW Ambulance fleet, optimising response times for patients in rural and regional areas of Australia.
PlaneSense to offer fractional shares to West Coast
January 27, 2024
By the end of June 2024, out of area fees will be eliminated for the PlaneSense programme's growing Pilatus PC-24 jet fleet.
November 29, 2023Fly 7 forms winter partnership with Zela Jet
October 11, 2023Aviation Clean Air system approved for PC-24 installation
October 10, 2023Pilatus adds range, payload and cabin comforts to PC-24
October 2, 2023First of two PC-24s joins Otter fleet
September 9, 2023FlightSafety ups the ante on PC-24 FFSs
August 13, 2023Amaro adds second PC-24 to its Catarina fleet
May 11, 2023Aeromedical jet makes first landing on Aussie highway
April 24, 2023Platoon grows its fleet with Pilatus pair
April 1, 2023Four high spec aircraft join the Global Jet portfolio
March 7, 2023Pilatus achievements go above and beyond in 2022
March 1, 2023PC-24s fly like a dream for Jetfly as tenth unit arrives
February 27, 2023Duncan sides with Honeywell, and paints a PC-24
December 20, 20222023 forecast remains positive for Global Jet
December 6, 2022Balance authorises Pilatus service centre in Kazakhstan
October 18, 2022Western partners with Gogo on 5G STC for PC-24
October 17, 2022Pilatus sees high demand for PC-12 NGX and PC-24
September 4, 2022Pambos Kyritsis to direct Balance sales for Bulgaria, Greece and Cyprus
August 16, 2022Formula 1 legend flies Pilatus to sporting commitments
August 16, 2022Versatile PC-24 joins Gama fleet in Jersey
August 16, 2022Pure Technics opens Kazakhstan full service support centre
April 30, 2022Platoon picks up the keys to fourth PC-24
April 11, 2022Pilatus flies high at end of 2021 financial year
March 18, 2022Amaro closes BRL half billion deal for Pilatus additions
March 17, 2022WA Flying Doctor fleet boosted by third PC-24
October 25, 2021SierraTrax expands availability of digital maintenance tracking
October 13, 2021Pilatus deals with backlog of orders as demand is high
October 13, 2021Domodedovo businesses to pool expertise in maintenance
October 11, 2021Western celebrates 25 years of supporting Pilatus
September 4, 2021Pilatus and Piper dealer Skytech reports robust sales
August 27, 2021Cutter provides mobile assistance in Colorado
August 26, 2021Static display lineup unveiled for ACE 2021
August 9, 2021Pilatus takes PC-24 tours online in absence of shows
July 29, 2021Beauty and comfort are selling points for F/List's SYNTEC
July 11, 2021Pilatus adds further advancements to PC-24 series
May 21, 2021Albinati demonstrates its penchant for Pilatus
May 13, 2021True Blue batteries bring weight savings to PC-24
April 25, 2021Pilatus reflects on a robust year as Schwenk steps down
April 25, 2021Pilatus fans will be pleased with Western appointments
April 11, 2021PC-24 brings customers closer to Venice city centre
March 9, 2021Low start-up overheads enable Silver Flight to thrive
March 1, 2021Oriens completes first annual check on PC-24
February 8, 2021Commuter interior further drives PC-24 flexibility
January 6, 2021Jetfly of Luxembourg to operate 100th PC-24
December 14, 2020No need to be Modesto about PC-24 arrival
November 29, 2020Russia gives go-ahead to PC-24 and its engine
November 22, 2020TAG on hand to provide PC-24 line and base at Geneva
October 20, 2020PC-24 is golden child for Flyinggroup as it charts recovery
September 21, 2020Pilatus adds Avance L3 as PC-24 factory option
September 21, 2020PlaneSense marks a successful quarter century
August 4, 2020Jetfly takes delivery of Pilatus double act
July 27, 2020PC-24 makes European medevac debut with KSA
July 27, 2020Cool and Albinati collaboration is hot prospect
July 20, 2020Luxaviation to meet demand in Europe with fresh additions
June 15, 2020RFDS PC-24 Medi-Jet celebrates one-year milestone
June 7, 2020Pro Star completes PC-24 Avance L5 installation
May 18, 2020Pilatus posts positive numbers for 2019
May 5, 2020PC-24 to take to the skies over northernmost US
March 3, 2020FlightSafety adds European sim for PC-24
March 3, 2020Australian Flying Doctors add third Rio Tinto PC-24
February 11, 2020Pilatus concludes rough field certification
January 13, 2020Western remains PC-24 leader with L5 installation
November 10, 2019Three well-appointed jets land at Clay Lacy
October 22, 2019Pilatus pro Western extends branch hours
October 21, 2019US customer takes delivery of Pilatus' 50th jet
September 21, 2019Nesterov sings praises of PC-24 as it seeks Russian certification
August 27, 2019Chile business takes South America's first PC-24
August 23, 2019Swedish air ambulance acquires six PC-24s
August 5, 2019Experienced operator takes Canada's first PC-24
July 22, 2019ExecuJet meets Cape Town demand with second PC-24
July 9, 2019PC-24 lands on pastures new at Goodwood
June 29, 2019Canada certifies the 'off-road' PC-24
June 18, 2019Oriens wastes no time selling next batch of PC-24s
June 1, 2019Branded PC-24 and PC-12 aid patients across Australia
May 28, 2019Order book reopens for Pilatus PC-24
May 20, 2019FlightSafety to launch second PC-24 sim and FalconEye HUD
May 14, 2019Successful year is springboard for Pilatus
May 7, 2019U-Haul receives the first of two PC-24s
March 5, 2019Second PC-24 arrives in WA with the first off to a flying start
February 26, 2019Oriens becomes UK and Ireland PC-24 distributor
February 25, 2019Swiss government officials fly closer with PC-24
February 19, 2019PC-24s make so much sense for PlaneSense
January 21, 2019PC-24's range and runway performance a winner for Western
December 4, 2018Australia’s RFDS leads the way for PC-24 medevac ops
November 12, 2018Jetfly brings PC-24 to Oriens at Biggin Hill
October 25, 2018Pilatus opens completions facility in Broomfield, Colorado
October 23, 2018ExecuJet's African debutant PC-24 touches down
October 23, 2018Pilatus PC-24 fleet expands worldwide
October 16, 2018FlightSafety to expand PC-24 training to Paris
September 27, 2018Fractional operator Jetfly welcomes first jet to fleet
August 28, 2018PC-12 owner steps up to the Pilatus jet
August 28, 2018ExecuJet to bring first PC-24 to Africa
August 8, 2018Premium Jet to manage PC-24 as owner upgrades
June 27, 2018PC-24 can take the rough with the smooth
June 13, 2018Brabeck upgrades from Pilatus prop with factory fresh jet
December 14, 2017Certification of PC-24 signifies Pilatus' entry into business jet arena
December 13, 2017FlightSafety PC-24 sim receives go-ahead from FAA
December 13, 2017Going in with eyes wide open – will next year's crop of new business aircraft give you a good return?
June 7, 2017Pilatus takes PC-24 programme up a gear and promises Q4 deliveries
June 7, 2016Pilatus PC-24 progress paints positive picture
November 18, 2015Second PC-24 prototype takes to the skies in maiden flight over Switzerland
June 12, 2015PC-24 takes off on maiden flight
December 3, 2014AMAC extends agreement to distribute PC-24 in Middle East
December 3, 2014Me & My Aircraft – Small jets: Buyers are spoilt for choice in crowded small jet segment
June 9, 2014Jetfly puts its faith in PC-24 with four orders to widen fractional network
Press Releases
Pilatus video presents the uniquely versatile PC-24 cabin17/05/2022
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