Pilatus has delivered the world's first PC-12 PRO aeromedical configuration to Australia's Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). The aircraft will support the organization in delivering life-saving medical care to remote regions.
Pilatus has unveiled the PC-12 PRO, featuring a new cockpit and innovative safety features such as Autoland and Smart Glide. The aircraft is powered by the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 engine and boasts improved ergonomics and visibility.
Pilatus will attend EAA AirVenture Oshkosh with the PC-12 PRO for the first time, featuring state-of-the-art avionics. The latest version of the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet will also be on display.
Dion Weisler, former CEO of HP Inc., recently took delivery of his brand-new Pilatus PC-12 PRO and flew it home from Switzerland to Australia. Weisler has relied on the PC-12 for many years and was thrilled with the new aircraft's intuitive and highly innovative features.
Pilatus has delivered the first PC-12 PRO to a US-based customer, marking an important chapter in the aircraft's introduction to the dynamic and demanding US aviation market. With over 2,200 PC-12s delivered worldwide, accruing more than eleven million flight hours, the PC-12 PRO continues a legacy of innovation, versatility, and trust.
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.