Pilatus Aircraft has delivered a 10-seat commuter version of the PC-24 twin-engine jet to a customer in the western United States.
It’s the first delivery of the Pilatus PC-24 Commuter intended for high-utility operations as a private, cost-effective corporate travel solution for company employees.
Each seat in the PC-24 Commuter is installed with a quick-release mechanism allowing easy cabin reconfiguration for all transportation requirements.
The PC-24’s payload capacity of 1134kg and standard large cargo door enable operators to load large, bulky items. The cabin features a private lavatory which can be serviced from the exterior. Unlike many other light and midsize jets in this category, the lavatory seat is not used as a passenger seat: the loss of comfort for the passenger is simply too great.
Seat pitch in the commuter configuration varies from 34 (86) to 40 inches (102 centimetres). Each seat features a side storage compartment and cup holder as well as four 115-volt power outlets to enhance in-flight productivity.
[envira-gallery id=”86261″]Ignaz Gretener, VP General Aviation of Pilatus, said, “All of us at Pilatus are pleased to hand over this new PC-24 in the 10-seat commuter configuration.
“The PC-24 is the only aircraft in its category to offer this level of high-capacity interior for ten passengers. All seats are forward-facing, and internal cargo space of more than 1.4 cubic metres remains accessible in flight.
“We expect this configuration will prove very popular with both public and private operators requiring a cost-effective solution for frequent transportation of passengers as an alternative to sending them on the airlines.”
