The Internal Revenue Service has issued interim guidance on bonus depreciation under Section 168(k) of the US tax code, clarifying how the tax benefit may apply in certain purchase scenarios. The Trump administration's One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 permanently reinstated 100% bonus depreciation for qualifying property, including new and used aircraft acquired and placed in service after January 19, 2025.
Pilatus has delivered its PC-12 NGX to Dirceu Julio Gatto, a Brazilian entrepreneur and agricultural producer. The aircraft was handed over by Synerjet's sales manager, Alexandre Morais, on Gatto's property in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Pilatus has handed over the 100th PC-24 Super Versatile Jet to its new owner, Jetfly Aviation. The aircraft is now in use as a business aircraft with its new owner, having clocked over 33,500 safe hours in the air so far.
Pilatus Center de México, founded by Adrian Zambrano, has established itself as a thriving business in Mexico, consistently achieving high market shares globally. With over 50 Pilatus aircraft based in the country, the centre employs 60 people dedicated to selling and supporting these aircraft.
Pilatus reported a successful business year in 2016, with sales revenue reaching 821 million Swiss francs and operating earnings at 89 million Swiss francs. The company created 56 additional jobs across its Group and delivered 117 aircraft to customers.
Delivery of 91 PC-12 NG single engine turboprops in 2016 solidified Pilatus' position as top-selling turbine-powered business aircraft manufacturer. The company's efforts to enhance product features and customer service contributed to this success.