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Pilatus PC-21 Advanced Trainer Family

The Pilatus PC-21 is a two-seat, single-engine advanced trainer designed to bridge elementary turboprop flying and lead-in fighter training. Its pressurized cockpit, digital mission systems, high roll performance, and jet-like handling support military pilot instruction and specialized forward-air-control training across a growing international operator base.

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Aliases
PC-21Pilatus PC-21 Training System
Family Name
Pilatus PC-21
Full Name
Pilatus PC-21 Advanced Trainer Family
Roles
trainermilitaryresearch
Status
active
Type
aircraft

Details

Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Crew Capacity
2
Max Speed Kph
685
Operating Modes
land
Range Km
1,333
Service Ceiling M
7,620
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The Pilatus PC-21 is a two-seat, single-engine advanced trainer designed to bridge elementary turboprop flying and lead-in fighter training. Its pressurized cockpit, digital mission systems, high roll performance, and jet-like handling support military pilot instruction and specialized forward-air-control training across a growing international operator base.
Dimensions
Height M
3.8
Length M
11.2
Wingspan M
9.1
First Flight Year
2,002
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Creation Time
August 6, 2026 at 23:50:20 UTC
Updated Time
August 6, 2026 at 23:50:20 UTC