Key Takeaways
- The Pilatus PC-12 was the most frequently flown business aircraft in the USA.
- 316,328 takeoffs recorded between August 2023 and July 2024.
- 8.8% of all departures were made by the PC-12.
The Pilatus PC-12 was the most frequently flown business aircraft in the USA last year, according to data from WingX Advance. The Swiss-made single-engine turboprop recorded 316,328 takeoffs between August 2023 and July 2024, representing 8.8% of all departures. This achievement underscores the PC-12’s reputation as a market leader with a proven engine. Pilatus produced 101 PC-12s in 2023 alone, including 48 for customers in the USA. The aircraft has completed over ten million hours in the air and is used for various missions, including business travel and cargo transport.