Light jet
The only business jet certified to operate from unpaved runways, pairing jet speed with the access of a turboprop and a flat-floor cabin.
The range and runway figures shown are typical manufacturer values. Fully loaded with passengers and luggage, real-world range is shorter, so Aaliya Jets advises on the right aircraft for your exact route.
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The PC-24 is Pilatus’ first jet and the aircraft the Swiss manufacturer calls the Super Versatile Jet. Entering service in 2018, it carries the brand’s short and unpaved runway ability into the jet world, with a large cargo door and rugged landing gear. It reaches airfields most light jets cannot, while offering a bright, comfortable cabin.
Pilatus flew the PC-24 prototype in May 2015, and the type earned joint European and American certification in December 2017, with first deliveries in early 2018. It is the Swiss manufacturer’s first jet and is marketed as the Super Versatile Jet, drawing on the rough field heritage of its PC-12 turboprop.
Two rear mounted Williams International FJ44-4A turbofans are flown behind the Pilatus Advanced Cockpit Environment, an avionics suite built with Honeywell and certified for single pilot use. The flat floor cabin is around 5 feet 1 inch tall and can seat up to ten, and a large pallet sized cargo door at the rear sets it apart, with Pilatus claiming it as the first business jet to offer one as standard.
Typical manufacturer figures for the Pilatus PC-24.
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| Category | Light jet |
| Seats | 6 to 10 |
| Cruise speed | 815 km/h / 440 kts |
| Range | 3,704 km / 2,000 nm |
| Cabin height | 5.1 ft |
| Baggage | 7 suitcases |
How many passengers can it carry? 6 to 10 in a typical layout.
What trips suit it best? Trips of up to about three hours.
How much does it cost to charter per hour? As a guide, around USD 3,000 to 4,500 per hour, depending on the route, dates and operator. Aaliya Jets always quotes the real operator price, with no hidden markup.
Can it use short or unpaved runways? Yes, the PC-24 is certified for short, unpaved and gravel runways, which opens airfields that conventional jets cannot use.
Is there an enclosed toilet? An enclosed lavatory is available as an option, so it is fitted to many but not all aircraft and is worth confirming for a specific tail.
Can I reach my bags during the flight? Yes, unlike most jets in its class the baggage area is connected to the cabin, so luggage can be reached in flight.
Can I stand up in the cabin? The cabin is about 5 feet 1 inch tall with a flat floor, so most adults will sit rather than stand fully upright.
How far can the PC-24 fly? It has a range of around 2,000 nautical miles, which suits regional trips while also reaching airfields other jets have to bypass.
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