Pilatus PC-12 Private Jet Charter
The Pilatus PC-12 is a turboprop seating up to 9 passengers, with a 3,339 km (1,803 nm) range and a 546 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $2,800 per hour.
Pilatus PC-12 overview
Pilatus Aircraft introduced the PC-12 in 1994. It belongs to the Turboprop class, powered by 1 Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67P engine. With a 3,339 km range and seating for up to 9, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the PC-12 with no membership fees.
Operators list the Pilatus PC-12 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any turboprop: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Pilatus PC-12 business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Pilatus Aircraft page.
How much does it cost to charter a PC-12?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
PC-12 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 3,339 km / 1,803 nm
- Cruise speed
- 546 km/h / Mach 0.45
- Service ceiling
- 30,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 2,485 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Pratt & Whitney Canada
- Model
- PT6A-67P
- Type
- Turboprop
- Count
- 1
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 6
- Passengers (max)
- 9
- Cabin length
- 16.75 ft
- Cabin height
- 4.75 ft
- Baggage
- 40 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 10,450 lb
- Empty weight
- 6,579 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Pilatus PC-12 Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 75,613 movements by this type across 198 airports — about 6,301 a month, or 7.2% of all business aviation movements we observe.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular PC-12 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Pilatus PC-12 actually fly?
We tracked 75,613 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 198 airports — roughly 6,301 a month, or 7.2% of all business aviation movements in our data.
Where is the Pilatus PC-12 based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Denver, Teterboro, Seattle, Phoenix. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Pilatus PC-12 fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are New Orleans–Dallas, Teterboro–White Plains, Teterboro–Boston. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a PC-12?
Charter rates for the Pilatus PC-12 typically run $2,800–$4,200 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the PC-12 fly?
The PC-12 has a maximum range of approximately 3,339 km (1,803 nautical miles) with 6 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.
How many passengers does the PC-12 seat?
The Pilatus PC-12 typically seats 6 passengers and up to 9 in a high-density layout, with 1 crew.
How fast is the PC-12?
The PC-12 cruises at up to 546 km/h (295 knots, Mach 0.45), with a service ceiling of 30,000 ft.
How much does a PC-12 cost to buy?
A pre-owned Pilatus PC-12 typically sells for $1,800,000–$4,800,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $1,950.
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