The Pilatus PC-24, the “super versatile jet” from the Swiss manufacturer that is designed to bring many of the PC-12 turboprop’s unique capabilities to the bizjet market, is closing in on FAA and EASA certification as the test program continues to track on schedule.
Pilatus PC-24 Certification Schedule Remains on Track
Key Takeaways:
- The Pilatus PC-24 "super versatile jet" is on schedule for FAA and EASA certification, with production underway and the first customer delivery set for the fourth quarter.
- It features unique capabilities for a business jet, including a large aft cargo door and the ability to operate from unimproved airstrips, much like the PC-12 turboprop.
- The order book, which secured 84 initial sales (three years of production) before closing, will reopen after certification, indicating strong market interest for the $9 million aircraft.
- The jet boasts competitive performance with a 425-knot speed, nearly 2,000 nm range, 45,000-foot operating altitude, and capacity for up to 10 passengers.
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