The final Turbo PC-6 was delivered to an Indonesian customer, Pilatus said. [Courtesy: Pilatus]
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The last Pilatus Porter PC-6 aircraft has been delivered to an Indonesian customer, concluding its production run of over 60 years, making it one of the longest in aviation history.
Produced continuously since 1959, the PC-6 gained worldwide recognition for its exceptional short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities, versatility, and robust performance as an "all-rounder," including a world record for high-altitude cargo flights.
Pilatus announced the discontinuation of the model in 2017, citing the natural end of its product life cycle and a shift towards newer aircraft like the PC-24, after manufacturing a total of 604 units.
More than 60 years after the first copy rolled off the assembly line, the last Pilatus Porter PC-6 has been delivered, ending an era for one of the longest production runs in aviation.
The final Turbo PC-6 was delivered to an Indonesian customer Monday, Pilatus said.
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