Serial number 3010 arrived in Australia – the first of five brand-new PC-12 PROs for delivery to the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) Central Operations. The RFDS is a highly valued customer for over 30 years, so it seems fitting that the world’s first PC-12 PRO in aeromedical configuration should go to our longest-standing aeromedical partner.
These new PC-12 PROs will form part of the Central Operations fleet, regularly flying through the central corridor of South Australia and Northern Territory, delivering world-leading medical care to some of Australia’s remotest regions. The spacious pressurized cabin of over nine cubic meters can comfortably accommodate patients, crew, and high-tech medical equipment. The large cargo door and lift system facilitate quick and easy patient loading.
“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. It will strengthen our fleet reliability and our ability to respond quickly, safely and efficiently”, said RFDS SA/NT Chief Executive Tony Vaughan ASM.
At Pilatus, we are extremely proud to support the RFDS with the introduction of the new PC-12 PRO into their fleet. This brand-new aircraft builds on the proven legacy of the PC-12, delivering enhanced performance, advanced avionics and increased capability to support the RFDS in achieving its mission of ‘Furthest corner, Finest care,’ said Dave Scutchings, CEO of Pilatus’ subsidiary in Australia.
André Zimmermann, VP Business Aviation, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, added: “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. 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.”
PC-12 PRO: Progressive, Proven, Professional
The PC-12 PRO is the latest development in the worldwide-proven PC-12 family, which boasts a purpose-built Garmin 3000 avionics system and a suite of innovative safety features such as the new Safety Autoland System, while still retaining its defining features such as short and unpaved runway capabilities and, of course, the large cargo door. With over 2,200 PC-12s delivered worldwide and more than twelve million flight hours logged, the PC-12 PRO continues the legacy of proven reliability, unmatched safety, and state-of-the-art technology, making this aircraft an obvious choice for the aeromedical community.
