1997 Pilatus PC-12/45 for sale

1997 Pilatus PC-12/45

Single Engine Turboprop

FOR SALE
$2,500,000below typical asking range
Location Brno, Czech Republic
Total Time 17,000 hrs
Engine SMOH 3,100 hrs
Seats 12
Reg # N551DL
Engine Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B
Cruise 261 kts (483 km/h)
ICAO Type PC12
✓ Clean NTSB 10 ADs ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
s Dual Garmin G600 TXi (PFD/MFD) Garmin Gi275 Standby Indicator Dual Garmin GTN750Xi NAV/COM/GPS Garmin GFC600 Garmin GTX 335 and 345 Garmin GWX75 Weather radar ELT 406

Description

1997 PILATUS PC-12/45 For Sale in Brno at Controller EMEA United Kingdom. For sale an exceptional Pilatus PC-12/45, presented in outstanding condition. Fully refurbished in 2024, the aircraft now boasts a flawless new paint scheme and a sophisticated interior finished in elegant cream leather with sleek black accents. Upgraded with the latest Garmin avionics, it offers modern capability and reliability well beyond the older Honeywell system. In spring 2025, a brand-new seven-blade MTV propeller was fitted, improving takeoff performance, an impressively quiet cabin environment, and an exceptionally smooth flight experience. The aircraft will be handed over with a fresh annual inspection in November 2025.

Engine

Engine 1 Time

Interior

8 Seats (6 club plus 2 quickly removable) 8x Oxygen Cargo net.

Exterior

Great painting plus ceramic sealant Canopy cover

Inspection

December fresh annual inspection

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Petr Stanek
controller.com
$2,500,000
$2,550,000

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Pilatus PC-12/45

This 1997 Pilatus PC-12/45 (N551DL) is a 12-seat single engine turboprop with 17,000 hours on the airframe. There are currently 26 PC-12/45 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $2,500,000 to $3,850,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $2,500,000.

The PC-12/45 cruises at 261 kts (483 km/h) with a range of 1,604 nm (2,971 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 30,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 65 GPH (246 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $358/hr in fuel alone. With 17,000 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 10 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 17,000 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (3,500 hrs)
Check 10 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $975 for pre-purchase inspection

Pilatus PC-12/45 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
12
Cruise Speed
261 kts (483 km/h)
Max Speed
270 kts (500 km/h)
Range
1,604 nm (2,971 km)
Ceiling
30,000 ft (9,144 m)
Max Weight
9,920 lbs (4,500 kg)
Useful Load
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Horsepower
1200 HP
Fuel Burn
65 GPH (246 L/h)
TBO
3,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PILATUS PC-12/45

Fuel Burn
65.0 GPH
~$422/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PILATUS PC-12/45. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N551DL.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Brno, Czech Republic

CZ

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N551DL against the NTSB accident database.

Airworthiness Directives — Pilatus PC-12/45

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

2000-11-14

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-12 and PC-12/45 Airplanes

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2009-14-13 2009-08-19

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E Airplanes

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2009-08-11 2009-05-26

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Models PC-12 and PC-12/45 Airplanes

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2009-05-07 2009-03-30

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Models PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47, and PC-12/47E Airplanes

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2008-07-11 2008-05-09

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Model PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 Airplanes

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2008-06-17 2008-04-02

PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD. Models PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 Airplanes

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2008-02-03 2008-02-20

Pilatus Aircraft Limited Model PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 Airplanes

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2007-21-11 2007-11-05

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 Airplanes

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2007-03-06 2007-03-08

Pilatus Aircraft Limited PC-12 and PC-12/45 Airplanes

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2006-16-13 2006-09-18

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-12 and PC-12/45 Airplanes

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Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.

Price History

3 price events · sources: controlleremea.co.uk, controller.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $2,744,000–$3,400,000.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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