1997 PILATUS PC-12/45
Starts from the median asking price of 8 comparable Pilatus PC-12/45 listings ($2,897,500), then adjusts for:
- Year -2 vs comparable listings -3.0%
- Airframe time +7,816 hr vs comps -15.6%
- Engine time +2,326 hr vs comps -16.3%
- Modern GPS navigator (50% of comps) +2.3%
- ADS-B (62% of comps) +1.0%
- FIKI (known ice) (50% of comps) +0.7%
- Market supply: 13 for sale of 278 FAA-registered +1.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Pilatus PC-12/45 |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 17,012 hrs |
| Engine time | 5,088 SOH |
| Prop blades | 4 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530, GNS 430 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS530W, GNS430W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | KFC-325 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | RDR2000 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | June 2026 |
Description
1997 Pilatus PC-12/45 — Proven Workhorse, Exceptional Value A rare opportunity to own a proven, highly maintained Pilatus PC-12 for about $1 million. This 1997 PC-12 has spent nearly 30 years doing exactly what these aircraft were built to do—working hard, performing reliably, and providing exceptional utility and versatility. With approximately 3,000 hours remaining before the scheduled 20,000-hour Life Extension Program, this aircraft offers substantial usable life before that major event becomes due. The Pilatus Maintenance Manual calls for the Life Extension Program at 20,000 hours. Current estimates for the program are approximately $500,000–$700,000, depending on scope and market conditions at the time of accomplishment. For the buyer who understands the PC-12 platform and is looking for a capable, proven aircraft without spending well over $3 million, this airplane represents an excellent value proposition. It has already proven itself as a true workhorse, and there is still a tremendous amount of productive life remaining before the next major life-extension milestone. Additional maintenance and aircraft information is available upon request, including a detailed link with further information on the aircraft and its maintenance history. A well-maintained, proven PC-12 at an attractive price point—ready for its next chapter.
Avionics
Bendix King EFIS 50 PFD Bendix King EFIS 50 HSI Garmin GNS530W Garmin GNS430W Garmin GTX345 Transponder King KMD850 MFD Radar Display RDR2000 Weather Radar King KFC-325 Autopilot System with Yaw Damp and Altitude Pre-Select
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Pilatus PC-12/45 lands versus other Pilatus PC-12/45 listings on fyiAero.
Price
12th pct$1.2M · 12th percentile of 8 listings
Airframe time
88th pct17,012 hours total (TTAF) · 88th percentile of 16 listings
Engine time
93rd pct5,088 hours since overhaul · 93rd percentile of 14 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PILATUS |
| Model | PC-12/45 |
| Serial Number | 197 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N324AC |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KSUX |
Airframe
| Total Time | 17,012 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 22,572 |
| Range | 1,200 NM |
| Max Ramp Weight | 9,965 lb |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 9,965 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 6,466 lb |
| Useful Load | 3,499 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Mass | 2,700 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 402 gal |
| Winglets | Yes |
| Parts Maintenance Program | Other |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-67B |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-PR0386 |
| Engine 1 Time | 5,088 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3500 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 10,519 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 50 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 4115 SOH |
| Number of Blades | 4 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Bendix King EFIS 50 PFD Bendix King EFIS 50 HSI Garmin GNS530W Garmin GNS430W Garmin GTX345 Transponder King KMD850 MFD Radar Display RDR2000 Weather Radar King KFC-325 Autopilot System with Yaw Damp and Altitude Pre-Select |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
Interior
| Configuration | Passenger |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | 12 Month / 300 Hour Completed June 2026 Hot Section Inspection Completed June 2026 |
|---|
Previous listing for N324AC
1997 PILATUS PC-12/45
- Then asking
- $1.2M
- Airframe
- 17,012 hrs
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