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.
Pilatus Improves PC-12 NG, Makes Progress on PC-24
Key Takeaways:
- Pilatus announced significant upgrades for the 2016 PC-12 NG, enhancing its speed, range, climb performance, and cabin comfort without increasing engine horsepower.
- Performance improvements, including a max cruise speed of 285 knots and a 10% faster climb to 28,000 feet, were achieved through drag reduction and a new five-blade Hartzell carbon fiber propeller that also makes the aircraft quieter.
- The updated PC-12 NG features new software for the Honeywell Primus Epic avionics, offering wireless flight plan uploads and improved accuracy, alongside refreshed interiors designed by BMW Designworks and new exterior paint schemes.
- The base price for the 2016 PC-12 NG is $4,055,000, with a typically equipped price of $4,850,000.
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