THE AIRFORCE - AIRCRAFT - PC-12
Aircraft Stats:
Powerplant: 1 x 1,200 shp P&W Canada PT6A-67B turboprop
Speed: 498 kph, 310mph mph
Range: 3 796km, 2,360miles
Seats: 2+10
Length: 14.38m, 47ft 2in
Span: 16.08m, 9ft 9in
Empty Weight: 2 386kg, 5,260lb
Max T/O Weight: 4 000kg, 8,818lb
Period of Service: 1997 - Current
PC-12
Status: Current
Manufacturer: Pilatus
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Role: Light Tranport
The PC-12 is primary used as a VIP and IP passenger aircraft. The PC-12 is further utilised as an air ambulance.
The SAAF PC-12/45 is fitted with a six-seat VIP interior. The large interior can be configured to carry passengers, cargo, or a combination of both, A single stretcher can be fitted for a patient with four seats avaialble for medical staff.
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