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Ornge to Modernize Fleet with 12 Pilatus PC-12 Aircraft

November 8, 2023

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Key Takeaways

Ornge to acquire 12 Pilatus PC-12s.
Current fleet of 8 PC-12s to be rotated out.
New aircraft to support air ambulance and critical care transport services.
Ornge serves over 13 million people in Ontario.

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Strategic Implications

This modernization may indicate a focus on fleet renewal and modernization in the air ambulance sector. The PC-12's versatility and reliability suggest a commitment to providing high-quality care in remote areas. This upgrade may also set a precedent for future fleet upgrades in the Canadian air ambulance industry.

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What Happened

Ontario Air Ambulance Service Upgrades with Pilatus PC-12s

Ornge, the air ambulance and critical care transport service provider for Ontario, will take delivery of 12 Pilatus PC-12 aircraft between 2026 and 2030. The new fleet will replace the current 8 PC-12s and support the delivery of essential medical services to the province’s citizens. Ornge currently operates a fleet of fixed and rotor wing aircraft, including the PC-12 NGs. The announcement was made by Hon. Sylvia Jones, Ontario’s Minister of Health, at a news conference in Sudbury. Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd. will supply the aircraft, which are renowned for their safety, versatility, and low operating costs. The company has a global fleet of over 2,000 PC-12s and has a long-term partnership with Ornge.

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