Pilatus PC-12
Aircraft Stats
One Pilatus PC-12 is operated by JAARS-trained pilots in Southeast Asia, where our aviation partner YAJASI provides service to dozens of translation teams and Christian mission organizations. The region hosts one of the most rugged landscapes on earth, from regal mountain ranges to forested islands, and requires equally rugged aircraft—such as the PC-12.
This aircraft can navigate Southeast Asia’s harshest terrain at higher elevations and faster speeds than YAJASI’s other aircraft, making it ideal for long-distance flights. In addition, the aircraft runs on readily available jet fuel and is capable of landing on shorter, more rugged airstrips than most aircraft with the same load capacity.
The aircraft is often used to:
- Transport translators and support personnel.
- Provide flights to the local government and citizens.
- Perform medical evacuations.
- Assist in literacy and community development efforts.
Locations This Aircraft Serves
Definitions
Payload: The amount an aircraft can carry, in pounds, in addition to the pilot and fuel. Calculations are based on three hours of fuel for airplanes and two hours of fuel for helicopters.
Range: The maximum distance an aircraft can travel between refuelings, assuming it takes off with full tanks and lands with one hour of reserve fuel. For helicopters, calculations are based on 30 minutes of reserve fuel.
Takeoff Distance: The distance in which an aircraft can safely take off, calculated at gross weight and sea level.