Swiss Manufacturer Completes Seven-Day Ferry Flight Across Continents for Operational Testing

Pilatus has delivered the first customer-accepted PC-12 PRO to an Australian owner, marking a significant milestone in the aircraft’s development. The ferry flight, which spanned over seven days and 41 hours across multiple continents, tested the aircraft’s systems and design decisions under real-world conditions. According to Pilatus, this journey demonstrated the immense effort of its team that made it possible. AeroTime reports that the test pilot, Patrick Willcock, was closely involved in the development of the PC-12 PRO and worked closely with Garmin on the cockpit system. The delivery is a testament to Pilatus’ commitment to delivering high-quality products.