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Pilatus Sees High Demand for Business Jets Amid Economic Uncertainty
Pilatus is exhibiting the PC-12 NGX and PC-24 at NBAA-BACE, reporting high demand for both aircraft. Despite economic uncertainty, Pilatus has delivered 47 PC-12 NGX and 27 PC-24 by end of September 2022. The company has also acquired Skytech, expanding its US workforce to 300 employees. Pilatus prioritizes sustainability, using 94% renewable energy in production. The 2,000th PC-12 and 200th PC-24 deliveries are expected in 2023. Pilatus CEO Markus Bucher comments on the company’s approach to addressing economic challenges and maintaining customer support. The company’s Authorised Pilatus Centres will hold operator support meetings in 2023 to engage with customers and pilots. Pilatus Post magazine featured a story on the company’s environmental practices in 1973. Pilatus facilities in Switzerland have 230,000 square feet of solar panels generating electricity. The company’s aircraft are approved to operate with sustainable aviation fuel. Pilatus will display the PC-12 NGX and PC-24 at NBAA-BACE, with appointments available for viewing on site or through Authorised Pilatus Centres.