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Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$800 – $1 300
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter
Family:
Pilatus PC-6
Manufacturer:
Pilatus Aircraft
Aircraft Class:
Turboprop
ICAO/IATA Codes:
PC6P
Number Built:
600
Single Pilot Operations:
Yes
  • Popularity65
  • Reliability65
  • Comfort20

Performance

Service Ceiling:
25 000 ft 7 620 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
6 173 lbs 2 800 kg
Engine Type:
1× Turboprop
Typical Engine:
1 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-27
Typical Avionics:
Conventional flight instruments with Garmin GNS/GTN navigation retrofit
Long Range Cruise Speed:
103 kts 190 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
125 kts 232 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
5.2 h
Max Range:
870 nmi 1 611 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
397 lb/h 180 kg/h
Max Payload:
2 646 lbs 1 200 kg

Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
10
Sleeping Places:
0

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
10.5 ft 3.2 m
Aircraft Length:
35.76 ft 10.9 m
Wingspan:
52.07 ft 15.87 m
Cabin Zones:
1 unpressurized utility cabin aft of cockpit; removable passenger seats, cargo space and optional mission equipment
Doors:
Large sliding doors on both cabin sides; optional in-flight trap door for special missions
Baggage Compartment:
Nose and/or aft baggage compartment; reference volume 1 m3
Airstairs:
y

Charter Costs for the Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$800 – $1 300

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
—
Pre-owned Price Range
$700 000 – $2M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$8.84
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$360 – $560
Annual Cost of Ownership
$271 000 – $413 000
Cost per Seat-Mile
$0.59 – $0.95

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$92 000
At 350 hours
$161 000

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$181 000
At 350 hours
$181 000

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Pilatus PC-6/B2-H4 Turbo Porter Description

Meet the Pilatus PC-6 Porter: Aviation's Indispensable Mountain Goat. Forget delicate runways; this Swiss-engineered marvel thrives where others simply can't land. Imagine touching down on a dirt track shorter than a football field, a high-altitude meadow, or a riverbank clearing – that's the PC-6's everyday reality. Pilatus built it tough, crafting a legend renowned for breathtaking short takeoff and landing (STOL) prowess and unwavering reliability in the planet's most challenging environments. What truly sets the PC-6 apart? Its almost magical STOL capability. Think landing distances needing barely 200 meters – less than many helicopters require. Need to conquer a high-altitude airstrip? The Porter shrugs it off. Its powerful single turboprop engine and oversized wings generate phenomenal lift, enabling operations from 12,000-foot mountain strips where oxygen is thin and margins are razor-thin. This isn't just performance; it's access to the inaccessible. Step inside the surprisingly versatile cabin. Configured for up to 10 passengers, the space prioritizes practicality without sacrificing comfort. Large, panoramic windows bathe the interior in light and offer passengers unparalleled views of the rugged landscapes below – a genuine experience, not just a flight. For operators needing utility, the cavernous interior transforms effortlessly. The massive rear clamshell door swallows bulky cargo, specialized equipment, or even stretchers for vital medevac missions. Seats are robust and designed for real-world use over rough terrain, proving luxury isn't always about leather and champagne; sometimes, it's about capability and getting the job done smoothly. With a maximum range stretching to 1,611 kilometers (roughly 1,000 miles), the PC-6 connects remote dots efficiently. Picture hopping between distant mining camps deep in the Andes, servicing isolated research stations in Alaska, or running vital supply lines across the Australian Outback – all achievable nonstop. Its cruise speed strikes the perfect balance: fast enough to cover ground effectively, yet slow and stable enough for detailed survey work or wildlife observation. Pilots consistently praise its predictable handling and straightforward systems, making it a trusted partner day in, day out. Beyond the raw specs lies its legendary toughness. Pilatus engineered the airframe and landing gear to withstand constant punishment from unimproved strips. Think gravel, grass, sand, or snow – the PC-6 handles it all with characteristic Swiss resilience. This durability translates directly into lower operating costs and enviable dispatch reliability. It's the aircraft you bet on when failure isn't an option. In essence, the Pilatus PC-6 Porter isn't merely an aircraft; it's a key that unlocks the world's remotest corners. It delivers people and supplies where infrastructure ends, serving communities, industries, and adventurers with unmatched versatility and steadfast dependability. If your mission demands conquering the unconquerable, the Porter stands ready. It’s the undisputed STOL champion – a true workhorse forged in the Swiss Alps.

Strengths

  • Transport suited to the selected aircraft category
  • Operator-specific seating or mission configurations

Weaknesses

  • Equipment and interior depend on the individual aircraft
  • Published limits require configuration and loading checks

Best use cases

  • Regional charter
  • Private or business transport

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