• The Phoenix Police Department has operated a Pilatus PC-12 Spectre for five years.
• The aircraft has expanded the department's surveillance capabilities.
• The PC-12 has enabled the department to conduct high-altitude surveillance and transport detectives to investigations.
• The aircraft has been used in hundreds of arrests and has saved the department time and funds.

The adoption of the PC-12 Spectre may indicate a trend towards incorporating fixed-wing aircraft in law enforcement operations. The aircraft's capabilities may also suggest a shift towards more efficient use of resources and cost savings in transportation and surveillance. However, it is unclear how this will impact the department's overall operations and budget.