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Pilatus Improves PC-12 NG, Makes Progress on PC-24

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Key Takeaways:

  • The 2016 Pilatus PC-12 NG receives performance enhancements, boosting its max cruise speed by five knots to 285 knots, extending its range to 1,840 nm, and cutting climb time to 28,000 feet by about 10 percent.
  • These improvements are achieved through drag-reducing modifications and a new five-blade carbon fiber propeller, which also makes the aircraft quieter in flight.
  • Additional upgrades include new software for the Honeywell Primus Epic avionics, offering features like wireless flight plan uploads, and a cabin facelift with six new executive interior themes designed by BMW Designworks.
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Stans, Switzerland-based Pilatus announced improvements to the 2016 model of its single-engine turboprop-powered PC-12 NG, upgrades the company says will provide its customers with greater speed, climb performance, range and cabin comfort.

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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