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The Pilatus PC-12 set the bar for the single-engine turboprop market upon its introduction in 1994. Built around a wide cabin and large cargo door, its short-field performance and rough-strip capability set it apart from most business jets. More than 2,000 have been delivered. It's the benchmark that the TBM 960 and King Air 360 get measured against, from owner-pilot missions to charter and air ambulance work.But being the leader of a segment typically comes with a demand cost. Based on GlobalAir.com's own listing data, a PC-12 that comes to market typically sells in about two months — the median time on market across recent listings runs roughly 65 days — and airframes are priced accordingly. A used PC-12 NG runs $3.7 million to $5.1 million across the ten currently listed. That's the number that's easy to calculate. GlobalAir.com's own cost model puts the PC-12 NG's fixed annual cost at $281,000 and its all-in hourly cost at $2,011 as a baseline. How the airplane is flown, how much and by whom will have an effect on the final tally.This guide breaks down what a PC-12 costs to buy and to run, where sellers' numbers obscure the real bill, and which model fits your mission best.How much does a Pilatus PC-12 cost to buy?The following table gives us a cue about the prices of the PC-12 on GlobalAir.com (The PC-12 PRO was introduced in March 2025 — currently there are none for sale on the GlobalAir.com marketplace).
Version
Year
Asking price
Hours
Source
PC-12/45
2000
$2,500,000
9,900
GlobalAir.com, SN 330
PC-12/45
1999
$3,300,000
7,675
GlobalAir.com, SN 232
PC-12 NG
2014
$5,100,000
3,777
GlobalAir.com, SN 1500
PC-12 NGX
2023
$7,395,000
725
GlobalAir.com, SN 2319What does it cost to own a PC-12 each year?According to GlobalAir.com's own cost model, the PC-12 NG's fixed annual cost is $281,000 and the PC-12 NGX's is $285,000. But these numbers only tell half the story. There are plenty of variables, starting with insurance.What does PC-12 insurance cost?According to BWI Fly, the Pilatus PC-12 has "several characteristics that create underwriting confidence" and remains attractive to insurance companies because of its predictable operating characteristics and established track record.There are many factors that go into underwriting that include pilot experience and time in type, training, age, hull value, limits, how the aircraft is used, and loss history. However, Sunset Aviation Insurance offers a general estimate on the cost of insurance of a PC-12 that runs from $24,000 a year for an NGX with a professional pilot to $52,000 for an owner-pilot with under 1,200 total hours. The following table breaks the range in full:
Aircraft / operation
Coverage
Limits
Annual premium
PC-12 NGX - pro pilot, exceptional operation
Physical damage
$4,500,000 agreed value
$14,500
Aircraft liability
$25,000,000 per occurrence
$9,500
Total annual premium
$24,000
PC-12 - pro pilot, 70 years old
Physical damage
$3,500,000 agreed value
$24,000
Aircraft liability
$3,000,000 per occurrence
$7,500
Total annual premium
$31,500
Source: Sunset Aviation InsuranceWhat does a PC-12 pilot cost?For the owner-pilot, this line item is not applicable, as the PC-12 is certified for single-pilot operation. But for those who are not, here is what that position will run you: BizJetJobs' 2026 Pilot Salary Survey puts PC-12 captain pay at $137,700 to $177,000 a year, including benefits and bonuses. According to FlyCraft, annual training for the PIC will incur an estimated cost of $14,000, described as "one simulator-based recurrent course a year … at $12,000 to $16,000 per pilot for a turboprop."Owners who need only occasional coverage (possibly as a first or second-in-command for more challenging missions) are looking at a different number: CrewBlast, a pilot-staffing firm, puts the current market day rate for in-type PC-12 contract pilots at around $1,500.What does PC-12 hangar space cost?Prices vary according to region. Guardian Jet puts the annual hangar cost for an NG model at $41,400, based on 300 flight hours a year. FlyCraft estimates a heated home-base hangar for a turboprop runs $805 to $4,660 a month depending on the airport, which averages to roughly $32,790 a year for the PC-12 NGX specifically.What do PC-12 maintenance subscriptions cost?Subscriptions are the smallest and least published line. Listings commonly show CAMP maintenance tracking and Honeywell MSP, and Honeywell describes MSP Avionics as a fixed-price coverage plan for Honeywell avionics that supports the PC-12 and PC-12 NG. Industry reporting puts the Honeywell Avionics Protection Plan (HAPP) basic ship-set plan for the PC-12 NG at approximately $11,500 a year. For the NGX and PRO, Pilatus's own published example calculations price CrystalCare — which bundles airframe, engine, propeller, avionics, and maintenance-tracking coverage — at $4,799 a month plus $380 per flight hour, based on 300 flight hours a year. (Pilatus publishes that rate for the PRO; the NGX shares the same engine, so it's a reasonable stand-in). As with any program, confirm with the seller which coverage is active and whether it transfers to a new owner.What does a PC-12 cost per flight hour?According to GlobalAir.com's own cost model, the total hourly cost of a Pilatus PC-12 NGX is $1,986, while that of a PC-12 NG is $2,011 (based on 385 flight hours per year). The more you fly, the more the per-hour figure drops, since fixed costs are spread across more hours.What do PC-12 engine overhauls and inspections cost?Pilatus has stretched the PC-12's scheduled maintenance intervals from every 100-150 flight hours to every 300, with additional inspection milestones at 600, 1,200, and 2,400 hours (or on matching calendar limits, whichever comes first). That means fewer trips to the shop over the life of the aircraft.Engine coverage differs by model. The NG's PT6A-67P runs under Pratt andamp; Whitney Canada's traditional capped-cost overhaul structure. Pandamp;W doesn't publish capped-cost figures for the 67P specifically, but it does for the closely related PT6A-67D: basic overhaul parts cap at $564,000, with separate caps for life-limited parts (see table). While not exact figures, expect similar amounts for the NG model. The NGX and PRO use a different engine, the PT6E-67XP, which isn't on this capped-cost program at all. Instead, it's covered through Pilatus CrystalCare, described above, rather than a lump-sum overhaul cap.
Scope
Basic overhaul parts capped-cost
LLP capped-cost
Engine
$564,000
$140,000
Gas generator
$350,000
$95,000
Power section
$265,000
$55,000What a PC-12 listing's numbers don't tell youTotal airframe time is typically the number buyers see first and can oftentimes be misleading. Two PC-12s with similar total time can have very different engine hours since overhaul and very different standing on an engine program like ESP. Top-line questions that should always be asked: how many hours since the last overhaul, and is the engine currently enrolled on a program (and does enrollment transfer to a new owner)? Both have a dramatic effect on the true cost of ownership (some listings may not be on an engine program).Who is the PC-12 right for?The PC-12 suits owners and operators who can take advantage of its large cabin, big cargo door and short-field ability. It is larger than the TBM 960 with a market that's much more liquid. It has a lower payload than the King Air 350 but, with one less engine, is more economical to operate. If you are looking to buy the airplane as much for resale strength as for the mission, the PC-12 is the aircraft of your choice.The King Air 350 currently runs $2,295,000 to $3,395,000 across the two priced listings out of five on GlobalAir.com, while the lone TBM 940 listed is asking $3,695,000. Both sit at or below the PC-12 NG's $3.7 million to $5.1 million range — a reminder that the PC-12 carries a real premium for cabin size and cargo capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What's actually changed across the PC-12, NG, NGX, and PRO?
The original PC-12 ran from 1994 to 2008. The PC-12 NG followed in 2008 with a more powerful engine rating and Honeywell Apex avionics. Pilatus unveiled the PC-12 NGX in 2019, with first deliveries in 2020, adding more engine power and updated cabin and avionics. The newest version, the PC-12 PRO, arrived in March 2025 with further avionics and interior updates.
Do you need a co-pilot to fly a PC-12?
No. The PC-12 is certified for single-pilot operation, so an owner-pilot doesn't need to budget for a co-pilot. Many owners still hire occasional second-in-command support for more demanding missions.
How fast do PC-12s typically sell?
Based on GlobalAir.com's own listing data, a PC-12 that comes to market typically sells in about two months, with a median time on market across recent listings of roughly 65 days, though individual airframes vary by price, condition, and region.
What should you budget for PC-12 insurance?
Insurance commonly runs from about $24,000 a year for an NGX flown by a professional pilot to roughly $52,000 for an owner-pilot with under 1,200 total flight hours, according to estimates from Sunset Aviation Insurance. Actual premiums depend on pilot experience, hull value, and how the aircraft is used.
Is a PC-12 cheaper to fly than a TBM 960 or King Air 350?
The PC-12 has a lower payload than the King Air 350, but with one engine instead of two, it's generally the more economical of the two to operate. Compared with the TBM 960, the PC-12 trades some speed for a larger cabin and cargo door, which commands a price premium.
Will a PC-12 hold its value if you decide to sell?
Yes. Among single-engine turboprops, the PC-12 is considered one of the stronger resale performers, which is part of why buyers shopping for mission flexibility and long-term value tend to gravitate toward it over comparable types.*Prices reflect listings as published in October 2026; cost figures are model estimates. Browse current Pilatus PC-12 listings on GlobalAir.com.