Pilatus has commenced construction on a new state-of-the-art facility at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan airport in Broomfield, Colorado. The new building will house a premium customer delivery centre, where customers from all over the country can configure and personalise their PC-12 or PC-24. Additionally, Pilatus will significantly expand its existing engineering as well as passenger seat processing capabilities for the growing fleet.

The groundbreaking ceremony brought together senior Pilatus executives and representatives from Jefferson County Government, Rocky Mountain Metropolitan and numerous local and regional stakeholders.

Markus Bucher, CEO of the Pilatus Group, emphasises the importance of the investment: “This new facility with an investment of 50 million US dollars will allow Pilatus to expand local engineering capabilities by creating more than 50 new, highly paid jobs. Together, these functions will support Pilatus' continued commitment to quality, innovation and Swiss craftsmanship while ensuring an exceptional customer experience.”

Thomas Bosshard, CEO of the Pilatus subsidiary, Pilatus Aircraft USA, adds: “The US is the most important market for Pilatus, and this investment underscores our commitment to a personalised and seamless customer experience throughout the ownership journey.”

Sustainability is a key element of the project and a core value for Pilatus. The new building has been designed to achieve LEED Gold certification and will incorporate photovoltaic panels to harness solar energy, reflecting the company's commitment to responsible growth and environmentally conscious operations. By integrating sustainable energy solutions and high-efficiency design standards into the facility, Pilatus continues to prioritise long-term environmental stewardship as it expands its global footprint.

Effective 1 January 2026, Pilatus consolidated its US subsidiaries into a single entity, Pilatus Aircraft USA, creating a unified organisation of approximately 400 employees with harmonised systems across all American operations. The company's US footprint includes its headquarters in Broomfield, Colorado, as well as additional locations in Westminster in Maryland, Rock Hill in South Carolina, and Atlanta in Georgia.