Key Takeaways
- Pilatus obtained certification for take-offs and landings on grass, wet earth and snow.
- PC-24 is the world’s most flexible business jet ever.
- Certification for operations on dry sand and gravel was delivered in 2018.
Pilatus Obtains Rough Field Certification for PC-24
Business Jet Sets New Standard with Flexibility and Versatility
Pilatus has successfully completed the rough field certification campaign for the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet, making it the world’s most flexible business jet ever. The aircraft can now be operated on wet and snow-covered unpaved runways, opening up new possibilities for operators. With this achievement, Pilatus Chairman Oscar J. Schwenk notes that the PC-24 has proven its capabilities in various conditions, with customers such as the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia already utilizing rough field runways. Breaking Defense reports on this significant development.
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