Pilatus delivers first PC-12 PRO Aeromedical to Australia

Pilatus announced on Wednesday that it has delivered the first of five brand-new PC-12 PROs for delivery to the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) Central Operations. The aircraft is the world's first PC-12 PRO in aeromedical configuration. It has a large cargo door and lift system to facilitate quick and easy patient loading and a nine meter, pressurized cabin to comfortably accommodate patients, crew and medical equipment. It also the Garmin 3000 avionics system and a suite of safety features, like the new Safety Autoland System. "The PC-12 has an outstanding safety record, and a proven history of reliability operating in the diverse and challenging environments where we deliver services, from southern Australia to the tropics in the Top End," said RFDS SA/NT Chief Executive Tony Vaughan ASM. "It will strengthen our fleet reliability and our ability to respond quickly, safely and efficiently." The PC-12 PRO and the following four additional aircraft will be part of the Central Operations fleet. They will regularly fly through the central corridor of South Australia and the Northern Territory to provide medical care to the country's most remote regions. RELATED STORIES: Pilatus delivers first PC-12 PRO to Dion Weisler, former CEO of HP Inc. Pilatus halts business aircraft deliveries to the U.S. due to tariff on Swiss goods WATCH: Pilatus PC-12 lands with tow bar attached to nose gear "We are proud to support our long-term partner RFDS as they expand their air ambulance fleet with the acquisition of the latest model of the proven PC-12 PRO," said André Zimmermann, Pilatus VP of business aviation. "This milestone reflects not only the strength of our enduring relationship, but also a shared commitment to delivering critical, life-saving services to communities in Australia. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and to supporting them in their mission for many years to come."