Pilatus PC-12 NGX
Pilatus's single-engine turboprop, with a 16 ft 11 in cabin, an enclosed lavatory, a baggage hold you can reach in flight and approval for unpaved strips.
- Passengers
- 6 to 8 (max 9)
- Range
- 1,803 nm
- Cruise
- 290 kts
- On charter in the US
- 463 aircraft
What is the Pilatus PC-12 NGX?
The Pilatus PC-12 is a pressurized single-engine turboprop that seats 6 to 9 passengers and flies about 1,800 nm. Pilatus had delivered over 2,200 by late 2025, and the PC-12 PRO replaced the PC-12 NGX on the line that year. A big cargo door and approval for grass and gravel strips make it a common choice for trips to small airfields.
Up to 9 passengers in a cabin 16 ft 11 in (5.16 m) long, 5 ft 0 in (1.52 m) wide and 4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) tall. Charter aircraft usually seat 6 or 8.
1,803 nm of range with 4 passengers and NBAA reserves, and a top cruise speed of 290 kts on the PC-12 NGX.
A 40 cu ft baggage hold inside the cabin that you can reach in flight, and a 53 by 52 in cargo door.
Landing gear built for grass, gravel, dirt and snow strips, and a take-off distance of 2,485 ft at maximum weight.
463 fly with 128 operators on the FAA Part 135 list, the largest PC-12 NGX charter fleet anywhere. Altivo Jets books them through these certified operators.
Pilatus PC-12 NGX specifications
Manufacturer and regulator figures for the PC-12 NGX, checked October 2026. Range assumes PC-12 NGX figures: 4 passengers (800 lb payload), long-range cruise, FL300, ISA, NBAA IFR reserves with 100 nm alternate, single pilot (Pilatus PC-12 NGX factsheet); real range depends on payload, winds and temperature.
| Specification | PC-12 NGX Pilatus |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Range | 1,803 nm (3,339 km) |
| High-speed cruise | 290 kts |
| Maximum altitude | 30,000 ft |
| Take-off distance | 2,485 ft |
| Landing distance | 2,170 ft |
| Cabin | |
| Typical charter seats | 6 to 8 |
| Maximum seats | 9 |
| Cabin length | 16 ft 11 in (5.16 m) |
| Cabin width | 5 ft 0 in (1.52 m) |
| Cabin height | 4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) |
| Cabin volume | 330 cu ft |
| Baggage | 40 cu ft, reachable in flight |
| Engines and weights | |
| Engines | 1 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6E-67XP (1,200 shp takeoff, flat rated) |
| Maximum take-off weight | 10,450 lb |
| Fuel capacity | 2,704 lb |
| Price and ownership | |
| First delivered | 2020 |
| In production | Yes |
| New price | $6.2M (2024) |
| Pre-owned price | $2.8M to $5.6M |
| Operating cost per hour | $1,735 |
Gold marks the best figure in each row. Take-off distance: At maximum take-off weight, sea level. Cabin length: Manufacturers measure cabin length differently; volume is the fairer comparison. Operating cost per hour: As reported; some sources quote variable cost only, others include fixed costs. See the basis under each aircraft.
Sources:GlobalAir: Pilatus PC-12 NGX vs. Daher TBM 960, speed or the room to use it, Rob Hoffman (Jun 2026)Aviation Safety Network: Pilatus PC-12 occurrencesAOPA: Pilatus unveils PC-12 Pro (Mar 2025)Pilatus PC-12 NGX Factsheet (PILL219E), Pilatus Aircraft LtdPilatus: PC-12 NGX Just the Facts (2024)CRAFT: Pilatus PC-12 NGX ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026)NTSB: Aircraft accident report AAR-11/05, loss of control while maneuvering, Pilatus PC-12/45 N128CM, Butte, Montana, 22 March 2009 (2011)Wikipedia: Pilatus PC-12AIN: PC-12 Pro is first aircraft certified with G3000 Prime (Mar 2025)NTSB: Preliminary report on South Dakota crash investigation, Pilatus PC-12 N56KJ, Chamberlain (Dec 2019)
Fuel burn and CO2
The PC-12 NGX burns about 69 US gallons (209 kg) of jet fuel an hour, which puts out about 0.7 tonnes of CO2. Sustainable aviation fuel, where the departure airport has it, cuts the lifecycle figure.
| Flight | Fuel | CO2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 flight hour | 210 kg | 0.7 tonnes |
| 3 flight hours | 630 kg | 2.0 tonnes |
| 8 flight hours | 1,670 kg | 5.3 tonnes |
Average block figures; real burn depends on weight, altitude and winds. Fuel at 0.8 kg per litre.
Sources:CRAFT: Pilatus PC-12 NGX ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026)
PC-12 NGX interior and cabin layout
Pilatus offers the PC-12 as a 6-seat executive cabin, a 6 plus 2 cabin with two quick-release seats, a 4 plus 4 cabin and a commuter cabin of up to 9 seats. Most charter aircraft have a four-seat club, an enclosed lavatory at the front and a baggage area at the back. Airline and shuttle operators such as Rise Air fly 9-seat commuter cabins. Every aircraft is fitted out by its owner, so we confirm the seat map with each quote. The layouts below come from sales sheets of real aircraft.
Inside the PC-12 NGX
Cabin layouts
- Private lavatory at the front of the cabin
- Refreshment center with coffee carafe, ice drawer and condiment drawer
- Four-place club
- Two forward-facing seats
- Room for two more standard seats, for 8 in all
- Baggage hold behind, reachable in flight
- Four-place club with two fold-out side ledge tables
- Refreshment center forward
- Four forward-facing seats, two of them the optional extra pair
- Cargo bay behind, reachable in flight
How big is the cabin?
4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) tall and 5 ft 0 in (1.52 m) wide: most adults stoop slightly in the aisle. The cabin runs 16 ft 11 in (5.16 m), 330 cu ft in all.
Drawn to scale from the height and width; the figure is 1.80 m tall.
Cabin size
16 ft 11 in (5.16 m) long, 5 ft 0 in (1.52 m) wide and 4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) tall: 330 cu ft of cabin space.
Galley
A refreshment center at the front of the cabin on executive aircraft, not a full galley. One 2015 aircraft has a coffee carafe, ice drawer, condiment drawer and trash bin. One 2022 PC-12 NGX has two refreshment cabinets.
Lavatories
One, enclosed. On the PC-12 NGX it is a flushing lavatory with hard doors at the front of the cabin. Some older PC-12 NG aircraft have a chemical toilet.
Wi-Fi and connectivity
Varies by aircraft. Sales sheets show Gogo Avance L3 Wi-Fi on a 2024 PC-12 NGX, Gogo Biz ATG-5000 on a 2016 PC-12 NG, an Aerowave 100 Wi-Fi system on a 2022 NGX and an Iridium phone on another 2022 NGX. PlaneSense says its whole PC-12 fleet has internet. We confirm the system for your aircraft.
Baggage
A 40 cu ft baggage compartment at the back of the cabin, inside the pressurized and heated area, so you can reach your bags in flight. Bulky items load through a 53 by 52 in cargo door.
Cabin updates
PC-12 NGX: Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6E-67XP engine with digital engine control and autothrottle, and windows 10% larger than on the PC-12 NG. PC-12 PRO: Garmin G3000 Prime flight deck with three 14 in touchscreens and Autoland, which can land the aircraft on its own if the pilot is incapacitated. Interior design by BMW Designworks on the PC-12 NGX, with seats that recline fully. Seats come out quickly, so one aircraft can carry passengers, cargo or a mix.
Sources:Pinnacle Aviation: Pilatus PC-12 NG S/N 1547 (2015), N711SR, sales brochure (Apr 2025)Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NG S/N 1690 (2017), N690NG (Jun 2022)Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NGX S/N 2186 (2022), N444YG (Oct 2025)
On board: what to expect
- ✕Stand-up cabin4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) tall
- ✓Enclosed passenger lavatoryForward, flushing with hard doors on the NGX
- ~Refreshment centerForward, on executive aircraft
- ✓Baggage reachable in flight40 cu ft hold inside the cabin
- ✓Large cargo door53 by 52 in
- ~Wi-FiGogo air-to-ground or Aerowave on some aircraft
- ~Satellite phoneIridium on some aircraft
- ~Cabin power outlets115 V outlets on some aircraft
Fit-out varies by aircraft. We confirm every item for the aircraft on your quote.
Sources:Aircraft Overview: Pilatus PC-12, Aviation WeekPilatus: PC-12 NGX Just the Facts (2024)Pinnacle Aviation: Pilatus PC-12 NG S/N 1547 (2015), N711SR, sales brochure (Apr 2025)PlaneSense: Pilatus PC-12 NGX fleet page (2026)Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NGX S/N 2364 (2024), N41NEGuardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NGX S/N 2186 (2022), N444YG (Oct 2025)
How much does a PC-12 NGX cost?
A new PC-12 NGX listed at about $6.2 million in 2024. Owning one also means paying to fly and maintain it, which is why most people who fly a few times a year charter instead.
Buy new
List price as of Q2 2024 reported by GlobalAir.com; AOPA reported a 2019 launch base price of $4.39 million ($5.369 million typically equipped).
Buy pre-owned
CRAFT value model for a PC-12 NG at typical hours on an engine program: about $2.8 million for a 2008 aircraft to about $5.6 million for a 2019 aircraft. Six reported sales from March to July 2026 ranged from $4.1 million to $5.6 million. PC-12 NGX aircraft trade higher; CRAFT uses $4 million as a median NGX value and GlobalAir quotes pre-owned NGX near $6.7 million to $6.8 million. July 2026.
Cost to operate
GlobalAir.com Operating Cost Report (October 2026): total hourly cost including variable and fixed costs, at 350 flight hours per year. Fuel burn about 69 US gallons an hour.
Sources:Pilatus PC-12 NGX specifications and operating cost, GlobalAir.com (2026)CRAFT: Pilatus PC-12 model values and reported sales (Jul 2026)
PC-12 NGX charter cost per hour in the US (2026)
You pay for flight time, not the aircraft. Turboprops like the PC-12 NGX charter at about $4k to $4.9k per flight hour; the quote adds positioning, crew overnights, airport charges and taxes for your exact trip.
Turboprops, per flight hour
What moves the price
- Positioning: one-way trips usually pay for the empty flight home.
- Crew overnights and waiting days on multi-day trips.
- Airport and handling fees, plus federal excise tax.
- Empty legs can cut the price sharply when one matches your dates.
Charter or own?
Owning a PC-12 NGX costs about $345,000 a year before it flies (crew, hangar, insurance), plus about $1,200 for every flight hour. At the hours most owners fly, chartering costs less per hour, and you pay nothing when you do not fly.
| You fly | Owning (per hour) | Charter in the US (per hour) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 hours a year | $8,100 per hour | $4k to $4.9k per hour |
| 100 hours a year | $4,600 per hour | $4k to $4.9k per hour |
| 200 hours a year | $2,900 per hour | $4k to $4.9k per hour |
| 300 hours a year | $2,300 per hour | $4k to $4.9k per hour |
CRAFT operating cost model (October 2026): one pilot's salary and training, hangar, insurance and other fixed costs a year, plus fuel at 69 US gal an hour at $7.66 a gallon, maintenance, crew expenses and fees per flight hour, for a US-based PC-12 NGX. Engine overhaul is covered by the Pilatus CrystalCare program. Excludes buying the aircraft and depreciation. Charter rates are before taxes, positioning and airport charges.
Sources:CRAFT: Pilatus PC-12 NGX ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026)
PC-12 NGX range: routes it flies non-stop
With about 1,803 nm of range, the PC-12 NGX crosses the US coast to coast and reaches Europe without a fuel stop. Popular US routes:
- Distance
- 1,502 nm
- Flight time
- 3h 38m
- Indicative one-way price
- $15k to $18k
- Distance
- 1,316 nm
- Flight time
- 3h 13m
- Indicative one-way price
- $13k to $16k
- Distance
- 949 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 25m
- Indicative one-way price
- $10k to $12k
- Distance
- 949 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 25m
- Indicative one-way price
- $10k to $12k
- Distance
- 902 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 18m
- Indicative one-way price
- $9k to $11k
- Distance
- 821 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 07m
- Indicative one-way price
- $9k to $10k
- Distance
- 812 nm
- Flight time
- 2h 06m
- Indicative one-way price
- $8k to $10k
- Distance
- 643 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 44m
- Indicative one-way price
- $7k to $8k
Flight time at long-range cruise plus taxi and climb. Price is flight time at the hourly rates above, before taxes, positioning and airport charges.
Where the PC-12 NGX can land
A turboprop that needs a short runway and is approved for unpaved strips.
Runway needed
About 2,485 ft to take off at maximum weight and about 2,170 ft to land, both over a 50 ft obstacle at sea level on a dry paved runway. Hot or high airports need more.
Grass, gravel and snow
Pilatus says the landing gear can operate from grass, gravel, dirt, snow or paved runways. Each operator still needs approval to use a given strip, which we check before we quote.
Small airfields
Pilatus says the PC-12 can use short runways and unmade strips at thousands of airports that larger aircraft cannot.
Sources:Pilatus PC-12 NGX Factsheet (PILL219E), Pilatus Aircraft LtdPilatus: PC-12 NGX Just the Facts (2024)Pilatus: PC-12 product page (2026)
Tell us the route and dates. We check every PC-12 NGX available in the US and reply with an all-in price, around the clock.
Who operates the PC-12 NGX in the US?
PC-12 NGX operators in the United States
And 68 more US operators.
Altivo Jets is a broker: we ask these operators for availability and price on your dates and book the aircraft with the licensed operator named on your quote.
Every PC-12 NGX on charter in the US
463 on the charter list in the US. We ask the operator for the exact cabin, seats and photos of the aircraft on your quote.
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PC-12/41, /45, /47, NG, NGX and PRO
PC-12/41 and PC-12/45
First flight in May 1991, Swiss and FAA certification in 1994. PT6A-67B engine and round-dial cockpit. The /45 of 1996 raised the maximum take-off weight to 4,500 kg.
PC-12/47
Maximum take-off weight raised to 4,740 kg, with new wingtips and a revised overhead panel.
PC-12 NG (PC-12/47E)
Honeywell Primus Apex glass cockpit and the more powerful PT6A-67P engine. First delivered in May 2008.
PC-12 NGX
Announced in October 2019 and first delivered in 2020. PT6E-67XP engine with digital engine control and autothrottle, 290 kts cruise, larger windows and a new interior.
PC-12 PRO
Unveiled in March 2025 at $6.8 million. Garmin G3000 Prime flight deck with Autoland, PC-24 style yokes and better stall protection. First deliveries in October 2025.
PC-12 NGX vs Daher TBM 960
- Speed: the TBM 960 is faster, up to 330 kts against 290 kts for the PC-12 NGX.
- Range: about the same, roughly 1,800 nm for the PC-12 NGX and 1,730 nm for the TBM 960 at long-range cruise.
- Cabin and payload: the PC-12 seats 6 to 9 in a cabin about 17 ft long and carries over 2,200 lb. The TBM 960 seats up to 6 and carries about 1,446 lb.
- Cargo: the PC-12 has a large aft cargo door. The TBM 960 has none.
- Cost: GlobalAir puts the PC-12 NGX at about $1,918 an hour to run against $1,855 for the TBM 960. New, the PC-12 PRO is about $6.8 million and the TBM 960 about $4.5 million.
Sources:Wikipedia: Pilatus PC-12GlobalAir: Pilatus PC-12 NGX vs. Daher TBM 960, speed or the room to use it, Rob Hoffman (Jun 2026)
How the official lists write it: PC-12-47E · PC-12-45 · PC-12-47 · PC-12/47G-47G · PC-12/45-- · PC-12/45 · PC-12/47E · PILATUS PC-12/47E · PILATUS PC-12.
PC-12 NGX vs King Air 260, King Air 360, Grand Caravan EX and other turboprops
The jets people weigh against the PC-12 NGX, side by side from the same verified data.
| Specification | PC-12 NGX Pilatus | King Air 260 Beechcraft (Textron Aviation) | King Air 360 Beechcraft (Textron Aviation) | Grand Caravan EX Cessna (Textron Aviation) | PC-24 Pilatus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | |||||
| Range | 1,803 nm (3,339 km) | 1,720 nm (3,185 km) | 1,806 nm (3,345 km) | 912 nm (1,689 km) | 2,000 nm (3,704 km) (best) |
| High-speed cruise | 290 kts | 310 kts | 312 kts | 185 kts | 440 kts (best) |
| Maximum speed | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | Mach 0.74 |
| Maximum altitude | 30,000 ft | 35,000 ft | 35,000 ft | 25,000 ft | 45,000 ft (best) |
| Take-off distance | 2,485 ft | 2,111 ft (best) | 3,300 ft | 2,160 ft | 3,090 ft |
| Landing distance | 2,170 ft | 2,845 ft | 2,692 ft | 1,836 ft (best) | 2,410 ft |
| Cabin | |||||
| Typical charter seats | 6 to 8 | Not published | Not published | Not published | 6 to 8 |
| Maximum seats | 9 | 7 | 9 | 13 (best) | 10 |
| Cabin length | 16 ft 11 in (5.16 m) | 16 ft 8 in (5.08 m) | 19 ft 6 in (5.94 m) | 16 ft 9 in (5.10 m) | 23 ft (7.01 m) (best) |
| Cabin width | 5 ft 0 in (1.52 m) | 4 ft 6 in (1.37 m) | 4 ft 6 in (1.37 m) | 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m) | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) (best) |
| Cabin height | 4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) | 4 ft 9 in (1.45 m) | 4 ft 9 in (1.45 m) | 4 ft 6 in (1.37 m) | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) (best) |
| Cabin volume | 330 cu ft | 303 cu ft | Not published | Not published | 501 cu ft (best) |
| Baggage | 40 cu ft, reachable in flight | 55.3 cu ft | 71.3 cu ft, reachable in flight | 143 cu ft (best) | 90 cu ft, reachable in flight |
| Cabin altitude | Not published | Not published | 5,960 ft at 27,000 ft | Not published | 8,000 ft at 45,000 ft |
| Price and ownership | |||||
| First delivered | 2020 | 2021 | 2020 | 2013 | 2018 |
| In production | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| New price | $6.2M (2024) | $6.7M (2024) | $8.4M (2024) | $2.6M (2024) | $11.9M (2024) |
| Pre-owned price | $2.8M to $5.6M | Not published | Not published | $1.6M to $3.7M | $9.8M to $12.5M |
| Operating cost per hour | $1,735 | $2,539 | $3,519 | $1,503 | $3,631 |
| Charter fleet | |||||
| On the US charter list | 463 aircraft | 227 aircraft | 95 aircraft | 496 aircraft (best) | 49 aircraft |
Gold marks the best figure in each row. Take-off distance: At maximum take-off weight, sea level. Cabin length: Manufacturers measure cabin length differently; volume is the fairer comparison. Operating cost per hour: As reported; some sources quote variable cost only, others include fixed costs. See the basis under each aircraft.
PC-12 NGX vs King Air 260
The King Air 260 has a smaller cabin (303 against 330 cu ft) and is faster at high-speed cruise.
PC-12 NGX vs King Air 360
The King Air 360 has a narrower cabin (4 ft 6 in (1.37 m)) and is faster at high-speed cruise.
PC-12 NGX vs Grand Caravan EX
The Grand Caravan EX flies 891 nm less, has a wider cabin (5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)) and is slower at high-speed cruise.
Compare any two jets
Smaller or bigger than the PC-12 NGX
PC-12 NGX safety record
Events from official investigations and safety databases. We also check the record of the exact aircraft and operator before we book.
March 2009
A PC-12/45 (N128CM) crashed near the runway at Butte, Montana. All 14 people on board died. The NTSB found the pilot had not made sure fuel icing inhibitor was added, did not divert when a fuel imbalance built up, and lost control of the left-wing-heavy aircraft.
November 2019
A PC-12 (N56KJ) crashed just after take-off from Chamberlain, South Dakota, in snow. Nine of the 12 people on board died. The pilot and a passenger had spent three hours clearing snow and ice. The final report found the aircraft left with ice on it and above its maximum weight.
October 2021
A PC-12/47E (YR-PDV) crashed into a building about four minutes after take-off from Milan Linate in cloud. All 8 on board died. Italy's ANSV noted the flight data recorder was not working, the pilot was not familiar with Linate and had no upset recovery training.
1994 to 2026
The Aviation Safety Network keeps the full list of PC-12 accidents and incidents.
Sources:NTSB: Aircraft accident report AAR-11/05, loss of control while maneuvering, Pilatus PC-12/45 N128CM, Butte, Montana, 22 March 2009 (2011)GlobalAir: NTSB blames ice, overloaded aircraft in 2019 Pilatus PC-12 crash that killed 9 (May 2022)ANSV: Relazione d'inchiesta, Pilatus PC-12/47E YR-PDV, Milano, 3 October 2021 (Jun 2024)Aviation Safety Network: Pilatus PC-12 occurrences
PC-12 NGX photos
Other turboprops on charter in the US
Cessna Caravan / Grand Caravan
496 on charter in the US with 67 operators
Beechcraft King Air 200 / 250
227 on charter in the US with 115 operators
Beechcraft King Air C90 / E90 / F90
146 on charter in the US with 71 operators
Beechcraft King Air 350 / 300
95 on charter in the US with 49 operators
Questions, answered
Still deciding? A charter specialist will talk you through aircraft, airports and price, with no obligation.
Ask a specialistHow much does a Pilatus PC-12 cost?+
The PC-12 PRO was priced at $6.8 million new in 2025, and the PC-12 NGX listed at $6.2 million in 2024. Used PC-12 NGs are worth about $2.8 million for a 2008 aircraft to about $5.6 million for a 2019 aircraft, and six sales from March to July 2026 ranged from $4.1 million to $5.6 million. Running a PC-12 NGX costs about $345,000 a year in fixed costs plus about $1,184 per flight hour.
How many passengers does a Pilatus PC-12 seat?+
Up to 9. Executive aircraft usually seat 6, in a four-seat club with two seats behind, or 8 with two extra quick-release seats. Commuter aircraft seat 9. We confirm the seat map of your aircraft with the quote.
How far can a Pilatus PC-12 fly?+
The PC-12 NGX flies about 1,803 nm with 4 passengers at long-range cruise and NBAA IFR reserves. Pilatus gives 1,765 nm as the maximum range of the current PC-12 PRO.
How fast is the Pilatus PC-12?+
The PC-12 NGX and PRO cruise at up to 290 kts. The PC-12 can fly as high as 30,000 ft.
Does the Pilatus PC-12 have a bathroom?+
Yes. There is a fully enclosed lavatory at the front of the cabin, a flushing one with hard doors on the PC-12 NGX. The cabin is 4 ft 10 in (1.47 m) tall, so most adults cannot stand upright.
What is the difference between the PC-12 and the TBM 960?+
The PC-12 is bigger. It seats 6 to 9, carries over 2,200 lb and has a large cargo door. The TBM 960 seats up to 6 and is faster, at up to 330 kts against 290 kts. Range is about the same, and GlobalAir puts hourly running costs within about $65 of each other.
Can a Pilatus PC-12 land on grass or gravel?+
Yes. Pilatus says the PC-12's landing gear can operate from grass, gravel, dirt and snow as well as paved runways. It needs about 2,170 ft to land at maximum landing weight. The operator needs approval for each unpaved strip, which we check before we quote.
Who operates the Pilatus PC-12 NGX in the US?+
128 FAA Part 135 operators fly 463 of them. The largest fleets: Cobalt Air (50), Tradewind Aviation (34), Air Methods (29), Guardian Flight, LLC. (23) and Life Flight Network (16).
How much does it cost to charter a PC-12 NGX?+
About $4k to $4.9k per flight hour, before federal excise tax, positioning and airport charges. A one-way trip is priced on flight hours plus the aircraft's return positioning, so ask for a quote on your dates.
Where these numbers come from
Specifications come from manufacturer factsheets and regulator type certificate data sheets first, then aviation press and market data. Fleet counts come from the FAA Part 135 operator list (9 November 2026). Figures were checked in October 2026. This profile was last reviewed on 23 October 2026.
- GlobalAir: Pilatus PC-12 NGX vs. Daher TBM 960, speed or the room to use it, Rob Hoffman (Jun 2026)
- Aviation Safety Network: Pilatus PC-12 occurrences
- AOPA: Pilatus unveils PC-12 Pro (Mar 2025)
- Pilatus PC-12 NGX Factsheet (PILL219E), Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
- Pilatus: PC-12 NGX Just the Facts (2024)
- CRAFT: Pilatus PC-12 NGX ownership and operating costs (Oct 2026)
- NTSB: Aircraft accident report AAR-11/05, loss of control while maneuvering, Pilatus PC-12/45 N128CM, Butte, Montana, 22 March 2009 (2011)
- Wikipedia: Pilatus PC-12
- AIN: PC-12 Pro is first aircraft certified with G3000 Prime (Mar 2025)
- NTSB: Preliminary report on South Dakota crash investigation, Pilatus PC-12 N56KJ, Chamberlain (Dec 2019)
- ANSV: Relazione d'inchiesta, Pilatus PC-12/47E YR-PDV, Milano, 3 October 2021 (Jun 2024)
- Rise Air: Pilatus PC-12 fleet page (2026)
- Pinnacle Aviation: Pilatus PC-12 NG S/N 1547 (2015), N711SR, sales brochure (Apr 2025)
- Pilatus: PC-12 product page (2026)
- GlobalAir: NTSB blames ice, overloaded aircraft in 2019 Pilatus PC-12 crash that killed 9 (May 2022)
- Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NG S/N 1690 (2017), N690NG (Jun 2022)
- Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NGX S/N 2186 (2022), N444YG (Oct 2025)
- Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NGX S/N 2364 (2024), N41NE
- Guardian Jet spec sheet, PC-12 NG S/N 1591 (2016), N871SA
- Luxaviation: 2022 Pilatus PC-12 NGX sales sheet 26-097 (Aug 2026)
- PlaneSense: Pilatus PC-12 NGX fleet page (2026)
- Aircraft Overview: Pilatus PC-12, Aviation Week
- Pilatus PC-12 NGX specifications and operating cost, GlobalAir.com (2026)
- PC-12 technical data and interior configurations, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd (2026)
- ASDNews: First PC-12 PRO delivery to a US customer, Pilatus press release (Nov 2025)
- Pilatus Delivers First PC-12 NGX Advanced Turboprops to Launch Customers, Aviation News (May 2020)
- CRAFT: Pilatus PC-12 model values and reported sales (Jul 2026)
- EASA type certificate EASA.A.089, PC-12 and variant
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