The Pilatus PC-12 is Puerto Rico’s most versatile single-engine turboprop, flying San Juan (SJU), Isla Grande (SIG), and short strips with 6 to 9 seats and 1,803 nautical miles of range. It opens Vieques (VQS, 4,301 feet), Culebra, and the eastern Caribbean while carrying more people and bags than a TBM. A rugged, roomy single.
Pilatus introduced the PC-12 in 1994, pairing a large cabin and cargo door with genuine short-field capability. It cruises near 285 knots at up to 30,000 feet on a single PT6 known for reliability.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Pilatus Aircraft
- Year introduced: 1994
- Seating: 6 to 9
- Crew: 1
- Range: 1,803 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 285 knots
- Service ceiling: 30,000 feet
- Length: 47.3 feet
- Wingspan: 53.3 feet
- Height: 14 feet
- Baggage volume: 40 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Pilatus PC-12 Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the PC-12 fits the group or family that needs turboprop economy plus real cabin space: San Juan or Isla Grande out to the island strips, the Dominican Republic, or south Florida with luggage. Its flat floor and size set it apart from the TBMs.
When the trip needs more seats and baggage than a single-engine TBM but not a twin, the PC-12 is the practical choice out of SJU and SIG.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Pilatus PC-12 run $2,000 to $3,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
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Contact
For a quote on a Pilatus PC-12 charter in or out of Puerto Rico, call +1-888-987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.