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May 21, 2013
Pilatus PC-24
The Swiss aircraft manufacturer unveiled the PC-24, on Tuesday in Geneva, the world premiere at the EBACE.
The new aircraft can land on shorter distances and on all types of tracks and provide more space in the cabin and a rear door for easier loading.
The new aircraft can land on shorter distances and on all types of tracks
"This is another great moment in the history of our firm based in Stans since 1939," said Chairman of the Board of Directors of Pilatus, Oscar Schwenk, before a crowd of guests gathered at the first day of the annual fair aviation business EBACE, at Palexpo.
"The PC-24 brings together the traditional values of flexibility, efficiency and accuracy in a Swiss business jet for the first time," he said.
It will also provide more space in the cabin and a rear door for easier loading
The new aircraft will reach a maximum speed of 787 km / h and a distance of 3610 km with four passengers. Production will begin in early 2014 and will be marketed in 2017.
The PC-24, dubbed the first "Super Versatile Jet" will be sold about nine million francs. It can be turned into a small freighter or medical.
Pilatus PC-24 description
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