Press Release
Issued by Pilatus Aircraft.
March 14, 2025
Pilatus has unveiled the latest upgraded variant of the PC-12 turboprop single with a completely new cockpit, innovative safety functions such as Autoland, Smart Glide and Electronic Stability, plus new interior finishes and colour schemes. These enhancements ensure the brand-new PC-12 PRO is the most technologically advanced, best-performing and most reliable aircraft in its class.
At the core of the new PC-12 PRO is its updated “Advanced Cockpit Environment” (ACE), powered by the Garmin G3000 Prime integrated flight deck. Fully customised by Pilatus, features such as Pilatus' proprietary cursor control device, track-based synthetic vision and exclusive visual customisation provide Pilatus pilots with superior solutions for ease of operation in all flight conditions. Three large, high-resolution touchscreen flight displays, supported by two 7” secondary touchscreen displays, provide twice the processing power and four times the random access memory (RAM) capacity of the original G3000.
The completely redesigned cockpit also features ergonomic control yokes inspired by those in the PC-24, as well as a more sophisticated cockpit interior. Exterior visibility has been improved by removing the Direct Vision cockpit window frame.
By integrating Garmin's complete array of advanced safety features, including the emergency Autoland function, the PC-12 PRO provides the highest possible level of safety. Safety has also been further enhanced by improvements to the integrated stall warning and protection system and the Electronic Stability and Protection function. The weather radar features a new and larger antenna to provide even greater situational awareness in the cockpit.
The new PC-12 PRO cabin combines modern design with exceptional comfort and a timeless ambiance. Complementing the redesigned cabin, all-new cabinetry provides additional storage space.
Entirely fresh PC-12 PRO colour schemes are also available, providing a bold fusion of innovation and digital aesthetics. Cutting-edge interior and exterior designs reflect the essence of modern technology, with sleek patterns and futuristic finishes which give the PC-12 PRO a dynamic, high-tech look, and are vailable in stunning colour schemes inspired by the digital era.
In a single-engine aircraft, a proven engine is the most important component. Fortunately, the PC-12 PRO is equipped with the latest version of the most reliable aircraft power plant ever produced, the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6. With over 60,000 engines in service and over 400 million flight hours, the PT6 family of engines has an unrivalled safety record. The PT6 engine has already been thoroughly tested in over eleven million flight hours in the PC-12.
In combination with the fully automatic electronic engine and propeller control system (EPECS), the digital thrust control, or Autothrottle System, reduces the pilot's workload, optimises performance, increases fuel efficiency, ensures a quieter flying experience and protects against engine overlimit events. The PC-12 PRO also generates fewer CO2 emissions and is additionally ready for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), enabling a greener future without sacrificing performance.
Already certified, deliveries of the PC-12 PRO will start in the fourth quarter of 2025.
