Astronaut and Test Pilot Shares Insights on Next Generation Trainer

Astronaut Claude Nicollier flew the Pilatus Next Generation Trainer, praising its handling qualities and aerobatic capabilities. Nicollier, who has logged over 1,000 hours in space, shared his thoughts on the PC-21 during a test flight at Pilatus. Breaking Defense reports that Nicollier was impressed with the aircraft’s performance, stating it ‘flies like a jet.’