Pilatus PC-12/45 Aircraft 1990s
1990s single-engine turboprops are early Pilatus PC-12 (1994+) and original Socata/Daher TBM 700 (1990+). PT6A reliability is exceptional; airframes are still well-supported. Avionics typically Honeywell or original PC-12 Bendix/King panel; many have undergone Garmin retrofit. Pre-buy: PT6A hot section inspection status, mandate compliance (ADS-B Out, RVSM if international).
6 used Pilatus PC-12/45 aircraft for sale 1990s · 12-seat · $2.4M – $2.7M · updated 4 hours ago
About the Pilatus PC-12/45
The Pilatus PC-12 is the best-selling pressurized single-engine turboprop in history — over 2,000 delivered since 1994. Powered by a single Pratt and Whitney PT6A-67P engine (1,200 SHP), the PC-12 NGX carries up to nine passengers at 290 KTAS with a 1,803 nm range and lands in 2,602 feet. What makes the PC-12 exceptional is its combination of jet-like cabin comfort (330 cubic feet, 4 feet 10 inches stand-up height), short-field performance, and the ability to operate from unpaved strips via its rugged trailing-link gear. The large 52 by 52 inch cargo door on the left side transforms it from executive transport to freight hauler in minutes.
The PC-12 competes with the Beechcraft King Air C90 (twin engine but smaller cabin) and the Daher TBM 960 (faster but smaller cabin). The PC-12 wins on cabin size, versatility, and operating costs ($800-$1,000/hr versus $1,200/hr for a King Air).
Buying advice. PT6A-67P engine condition is the primary value driver. Verify hot section inspection status and compliance with Pilatus mandatory Service Bulletins. The PC-12 retains value better than almost any turbine aircraft — 10-year residual values consistently exceed 70%. Early PC-12/45 models (1994-2005): $1.5M-$3M. PC-12/47E: $3M-$5.5M. PC-12 NGX: $5M-$7M. A Pilatus PC-12 for sale is the ultimate single-engine turboprop — nothing else combines this cabin, performance, and versatility.
Pilatus PC-12/45 Specifications
Model specThe Pilatus PC-12/45 is a 12-seat single engine turboprop with a cruise speed of 261 kt (483 km/h), a range of 1,604 nm (2,971 km).
6 Pilatus PC-12/45 For Sale
There are currently 6 used Pilatus PC-12/45 for sale, ranging from $2,400,000 to $2,744,000, with a median asking price of $2,572,000.
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Pilatus PC-12/45 Price & Cost
How much does a Pilatus PC-12/45 cost? Used PC-12/45 prices: $2.4M – $2.7M, average $2.6M (median $2.6M), across 2 priced of 6 active listings.
Based on 4 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Pilatus PC-12/45
Buying a Pilatus PC-12/45 centres on its turbine engine(s) — time to overhaul, hot-section history and any engine maintenance program — alongside airframe hours and cycles.
What to check before buying
- Turbine engine status — hot-section and overhaul time, trend monitoring and whether the engine is on a maintenance program.
- Airframe hours & cycles — high-utilisation turboprops accumulate cycles quickly; cycles can matter more than hours.
- Equipment — cargo pod, floats/amphibian gear, de-ice and avionics all affect value.
- Corrosion & logbooks — continuous records and a corrosion inspection, especially on float or marine-operated aircraft.
- Pre-buy inspection — commission an independent pre-buy by a type-experienced shop.
Frequently Asked Questions — Pilatus PC-12/45
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Pilatus PC-12/45 Inventory by Country
| United States | 43 |
| Switzerland | 9 |
| Australia | 4 |
| Brazil | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 3 |
| South Africa | 2 |
Recently Sold Pilatus PC-12/45
| 2017 PC-12 NG | $5,395,000 |
Pilatus PC-12/45 Safety Record
Across all PC-12/45 variants, 15 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2001–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 08, 2025 | Sleetmute, AK | Incident | — |
| Jan 16, 2024 | Gustavia, | Incident | — |
| Dec 14, 2023 | Christoval, TX | Fatal (2) | — |
| Feb 25, 2023 | Stagecoach, NV | Fatal (5) | The pilot’s loss of control due to spatial disorientation while operating in night instrument meteorological conditions,… |
| Jan 16, 2013 | Burlington, NC | Fatal (1) | The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control due to spatial disorientation during the initial climb after takeoff in… |
NTSB records 2001–2025. Includes all Pilatus PC-12/45 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.