Western Aircraft’s 300th PC-12 shows how fast each generation sells

Western Aircraft celebrated its 300th new Pilatus PC-12 delivery and 30th new PC-24 delivery, and marked 30 years as an authorized Pilatus Sales andamp; Service Center. The milestone was recognized at a ceremony in Boise attended by Markus Bucher, Pilatus Group CEO. The PC-12's long production run has created one of the broadest ownership and pricing ladders in turboprop aviation. The PC-12 market now spans decades of production which gives buyers significantly more flexibility but also requires more education about the differences between aircraft generations. Buyers can choose between older legacy aircraft, NG models, NGXs and now the PRO. The result is a market where aircraft sharing the same nameplate may have different avionics, performance, cabins and support expectations. The current used market reflects that diversity in options. According to GlobalAir.com listings, roughly 18 PC-12s are listed for sale with an average asking price above $4.5 million (among listings with a published price), with prices ranging from approximately $2.5 million to more than $7.3 million. Time on market steps down as aircraft get newer. GlobalAir.com data shows NG listings averaging about 140 days, compared with 36 for NGXs and 214 for legacy PC-12-45s. With 13 NGs sold or under contract in the past six months against nine currently listed, the NG market is turning over, just not as quickly as the NGX tier. A large installed fleet creates support infrastructure, maintenance expertise, pilot familiarity and transaction activity that newer aircraft often need years to develop. That makes the market easier to navigate because buyers have multiple ownership paths available. Legacy aircraft appeal through lower acquisition costs. Newer NG, NGX and PRO models compete through technology, features, support, and capability. Why it matters The 300th delivery is a milestone that highlights the strength and maturity of the PC-12 ecosystem. Buyers considering a legacy aircraft, an NG, an NGX or a new PRO have one of the deepest ownership ladders in business aviation. The generation they pick sets the price they pay, and for sellers it sets the wait: 36 days on average for an NGX, 214 for a legacy PC-12-45.