Pilatus PC-24: Specs and Features Overview
Pilatus PC-24: Specs and Features Overview
GO WHERE NO BUSINESS
JET HAS GONE BEFORE
The outstanding short-field performance of the PC-24 Fleets of PC-24s are operated by the Royal Flying Doctor
opens up an incredible level of mobility. The combina- Service in the Australian Outback, and above the Arctic
tion of short runway capability and certification for Circle in the North Slope Borough in Alaska. Whether
operation on grass, gravel, dirt, and snow offers a dis- you need to land on the grass runway at Venice's Aero-
tinct advantage, giving you the ability to use thousands porto Nicelli, or just want to turn heads at the Smiley
of additional airports that traditional jets cannot. By Creek, Idaho backcountry strip, the PC-24 will take
accessing smaller airports closer to your destination, you there (and back).
you'll waste far less time on ground transfers and
lengthy airport delays.
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WELCOME ABOARD
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WELCOME ABOARD
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WELCOME ABOARD
UNMATCHED VERSATILITY
Designed with versatility at its core, the PC-24 offers The PC-24 features a private, fully enclosed, and
seven unique cabin configurations to cover a wide externally serviceable lavatory that is highly discreet
range of missions. The interior of the PC-24 has been and seamlessly integrated to optimize the space avail-
designed from the outset for quick and easy reconfigu- able for passengers and cargo. For added convenience,
ration – an option not found in any other business jets. the welcome center has been redesigned to feature
Each passenger seat features quick-change capability, optional crystal glass storage, an extended working
which facilitates their easy addition or removal. surface, and optimized sink placement. A cabin that
can change to suit you; now that’s versatility.
An entirely flat floor provides exceptional ease of
movement around the cabin. The aft partition is mova-
ble so you can easily enlarge the passenger cabin or
increase the baggage compartment volume for each
and every flight.
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WELCOME ABOARD
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WELCOME ABOARD
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IMPRESSIVE ON PAPER –
REMARKABLE IN THE AIR
The PC-24 is the only business jet able to take off and Through years of precision engineering and Swiss
land on paved and unpaved runways as short as 3,090 ingenuity, the payload capacity has been increased
feet (940 m) at maximum gross weight. This enables to a best-in-class 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg). Empty weight was
dramatically reduced trip times by accessing thousands decreased, while maximum range was extended by more
of airports closer to your ultimate destination. than 200 nm (370 km) with six passengers on board.
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AVIONICS AND POWERPLANT
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AVIONICS AND POWERPLANT
CONSUMPTION, EMISSIONS,
NOISE: ALL MINIMIZED
At Pilatus, our legacy of innovative and efficient The EXACTTM exhaust nozzle even provides vectored
technology is driven by the world around us. To power thrust with no moving parts using the Coanda Effect
the PC-24, we chose the Williams International FJ44-4A, to reduce take off distances.
a world-renowned power unit. It delivers ample power
to support the PC-24’s excellent field performance and To give you the ability to reduce carbon emissions on
enables a direct climb to the PC-24’s operational ceiling. every flight, the PC-24 is certified to use Sustainable
Aviation Fuel (SAF).
The unique Quiet Power Mode on the PC-24 provides
quiet, economical energy to power electrical systems – These innovations offer more operational flexibility
including heating and air-conditioning – independent of and higher fuel efficiency, hallmarks of the Super
any source of ground power, and eliminates the need for Versatile Jet.
a heavy and expensive auxiliary power unit.
OVER-ENGINEERED
AND PROUD OF IT
With the new PC-24, a team of over 300 highly skilled Many components of the aircraft have been ingenuously
engineers and craftsmen were tasked with enhancing optimized to give the PC-24 increased performance,
the PC-24 to deliver better performance capabilities range and payload capabilities. True to our proud
and improve the overall passenger cabin experience. heritage, the PC-24 is a remarkable display of Swiss
ingenuity not only in performance and beauty – it’s
Our Swiss craftsmen live with the mindset that every also exceptionally practical. In our constant pursuit of
stitch can be straighter, every paint stripe can be perfection, we took something great and made it even
smoother, and every gap can be made tighter. That greater. This is the way of the craftsman, this is the
true craftsman philosophy is what drives Pilatus’ Pilatus way.
innovation. This drive to never stop improving is deeply
ingrained in the Swiss DNA, and is proudly displayed
in our work.
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SWISS CRAFTSMANSHIP
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SWISS CRAFTSMANSHIP
SUSTAINABILITY
IS IN OUR DNA
Naturally, Switzerland’s respect for the environment To help realize its vision of climate-neutral aircraft
permeates the culture at Pilatus. This is because for production, Pilatus’ sustainability strategy is built
many, dedication to nature and the environment goes around eight key tenets:
beyond governance and legislation. It’s a matter of
personal pride, a Swisstainable strategy. • Reducing overall energy consumption
• Using clean, renewable sources of energy
Pilatus operates a massive solar power plant onsite at • Using sustainable materials
its Stans headquarters – generating clean, renewable • Reducing waste
electricity. The entire solar installation is connected to • Recycling
the local power grid. In a typical year, Pilatus returns • Using sustainable water sources
approximately 80 percent of the clean, renewable solar • Reducing air pollution
energy it harvests to the power grid for others • Promoting eco-friendly awareness and activities
to use. In addition, all Pilatus aircraft are certified to
operate using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Pilatus doesn’t put so much passion behind sustaina-
bility because we have to, we do it because it’s who
80 percent of the energy used to heat factory we are. Operating sustainably is not always the least
buildings is produced from renewable, local & expensive way, but it’s the right way.
sustainable sources such as the local wood-fired
power plant.
Nuclear – 27 %
Solar – 20 %
Subsidized Electricity – 5 %
Other – 1 %
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WHY OWN A PC-24?
TEN REASONS
1. MORE AIRPORTS 6. UNMATCHED COMFORT
No other business jet can operate from unpaved and The quiet and spacious cabin provides a pleasant
paved surfaces as short as 3,090 feet (940 meters) – respite from the world below; an ideal environment
giving you access to tens of thousands of additional for productive collaboration or rest en route.
airports worldwide; airports other jets can only fly over.
8. OPERATIONAL FLEXIBILITY
3. GREATER PAYLOAD Designed with versatility in mind, the PC-24 offers a
Through extensive component optimization, usable single pilot certification, a highly modular cabin with
payload was increased to 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg). This an array of seating configurations, the ability to load
allows the Super Versatile Jet to provide you with the large items through the cargo door, and the flexibility
best carrying capacity in its class. to take off and land from unpaved runway surfaces.
5 ft 1 in (1.55 m)
55 ft 9 in (17.00 m)
22 ft 4 in (6.80 m)
FACTS AND FIGURES
17 ft 4 in (5.30 m)
Length 55 ft 2 in 16.80 m Maximum take-off weight 18,740 lb 8,500 kg
4 ft 3 in (1.30 m)
Height 17 ft 4 in 5.30 m Maximum landing weight 17,340 lb 7,865 kg
55 ft 9 in (17.00 m)
Horizontal tail span 22 ft 4 in 6.80 m Maximum zero fuel weight 14,660 lb 6,650 kg
22 ft 4 in (6.80 m)
Usable fuel (888.5 U.S. gal/3363 l) 5,964 lb 2,705 kg
Maximum payload 3,100 lb 1,406 kg
55 ft 2 in (16.80 m)
DIMENSIONS (INTERIOR) Maximum payload with full fuel 1,314 lb 596 kg
Cabin length (cockpit/cabin 23 ft 0 in 7.01 m Basic operating weight 11,559 lb 5,243 kg
partition to aft pressure bulkhead) (executive configuration 6 seat, incl. one pilot)
4 ft 1 in (1.25 m)
Cabin width 5 ft 7 in 1.69 m
Cabin floor width 3 ft 10 in 1.16 m
Cabin height (continuous flat floor) 5 ft 1 in 1.55 m POWERPLANT
Cabin volume (cockpit/cabin 501 ft³ 14.20 m³ Manufacturer Williams International
17 ft 4 in (5.30 m)
10 ft 11 in (3.30 m)
partition to aft pressure bulkhead) Model FJ44-4A QPM
Normal take-off thrust (per engine) 3,420 lbf 1,551 kgf
Baggage compartment volume 90 ft³ 2.50 m³ Automatic thrust reserve allowing
5 ft 1 in (1.55 m)
(aft partition in forward position) thrust increase to 3,600 lbf 1,633 kgf
55 ft 2 in (16.80 m)
Baggage compartment volume 51 ft³ 1.40 m³ Dual channel Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC)
(aft partition in aft position) Aircraft cooling or heating on the ground under own
power (Quiet Power Mode)
Passenger door height 4 ft 5 in 1.34 m Time between overhaul 5,000 h
Passenger door width 2 ft 0 in 0.60 m Hot section inspection 2,500 h
5 ft 7 in (1.69 m)
Scheduled inspection interval 600 h
Cargo door height 4 ft 3 in 1.30 m
10 ft 11 in (3.30 m)
Cargo door width 4 ft 1 in 1.25 m
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FACTS AND FIGURES FACTS AND FIGURES
PERFORMANCE PAYLOAD/RANGE
TAKE-OFF DISTANCE ALTITUDE PAYLOAD/RANGE
Balanced field length 3,090 ft 940 m Maximum certified altitude 45,000 ft 13,716 m (NBAA IFR reserves of 100 nm (185 km) LRC + 30 min,
(MTOW, ISA, sea level, dry paved runway) Single engine service ceiling 29,100 ft 8,870 m single-pilot operations)
Balanced field length 5,440 ft 1,657 m Max payload (3,100 lb/1,406 kg) 1,154 nm 2,137 km
(MTOW, ISA +20 °C, 5,000 ft/1,524 m, dry paved runway) 6 passengers (1,200 lb/544 kg) 2,000 nm 3,704 km
LANDING DISTANCE 4 passengers (800 lb/363 kg) 2,040 nm 3,778 km
Over 50 ft (15 m) obstacle 2,410 ft 734 m Ferry range 2,123 nm 3,931 km
RATE OF CLIMB (MLW, ISA, sea level, dry paved runway)
PAYLOAD
Maximum cruise speed (FL 280) 440 KTAS 815 km/h Wing area 332.71 ft² 30.91 m² 1,500 lb
(680 kg)
Wing loading 56 lb/ft² 275 kg/m²
1,000 lb
(454 kg)
500 lb
(227 kg)
0 lb/kg
0 nm/km 500 nm 1,000 nm 1,500 nm 2,000 nm 2,500 nm
(926 km) (1,852 km) (2,778 km) (3,704 km) (4,630 km)
RANGE
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FACTS AND FIGURES
WARRANTY
Airframe: 7 years or 5,000 flight hours
Aircraft systems, exterior paint and interior furnishings:
2 years or 2,000 flight hours
Avionics: 3 years (by Honeywell)
Engine: 5 years or 2,000 flight hours
(by Williams International)
INTERIOR CONFIGURATIONS
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FACTS AND FIGURES
AUTHORIZED CENTER
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Founded in 1939, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd develops and produces the world’s most
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unique aircraft: from the legendary PC-12, the best-selling single-engine turboprop
in its class, to the PC-7 MKX and PC-21 and associated simulators, the market-
leading systems for pilot training. The PC-24 is the world’s first ever business
jet designed for use on short unprepared runways. The Pilatus team consists of
over 2,500 exceptional employees who make the company, which is domiciled
in Stans, one of the largest and most innovative employers in Switzerland. The
Pilatus Group also includes independent subsidiaries in the USA and Australia.
Pilatus provides training for over 140 apprentices in various professions – job
training for young people has always been a very high priority. Pilatus remains
committed to Switzerland as a hub for work and new ideas, and acts in a
sustainable and environmentally-conscious manner at all times.
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