More than just an aircraft – A fully integrated training system
The PC-21 Next Generation Trainer in action
Chosen by the world’s best air forces
With the PC-21, Pilatus delivers an advanced training platform especially developed to meet the requirements of modern pilot training. Known for its efficiency and versatility, the PC-21 enjoys worldwide recognized as a leading trainer aircraft.
Takeoff Distance over a 50 ft obstacle (SL)
Landing Distance over a 50 ft obstacle (SL)
Higher efficiency, lower cost
The PC-21 training system combines performance and flexibility with proven affordability to offer a new level of training effectiveness. That means fewer trianing hours and faster pilot operational readiness – all at a lower cost.
Multipurpose
The PC-21 can be used for basic, advanced and jet pilot training. That means fewer aircraft types for air force pilot training and optimum efficiency, delivering maximum quality combined with minimum time constraints.
Maximum training results on the ground
Sound preparation on the ground prevents high costs and errors in the air. When trainee pilots come to sit in the aircraft and fly, they should already be familiar with the systems and avionics. The PC-21’s ground-based training system translates learning on the ground to the airborne context.
Overengineered, and proud of it. Designed and built in Switzerland.
Focus on being a world leader
Republic of Singapore Air Force | 1°10'20"S | 103°54'8.3"E
Successfully used by the Spanish Air Force for several years, the PC-21’s integrated training system exceeds our expectations by far.
Lieutenant Colonel Ildefonso Martinez-Pardo Gonzales
Air Operations Group Commander
Academia General del Aire (AGA)
Qatar Emiri Air Force
| 25°20'1"N | 51°13'46"E
Republic of Singapore Air Force
| 1°21'25"N | 103°49'10"E
Ejército del Aire y del Espacio
| 37°38'5"N | 0°41'25"W
Royal Australian Air Force
| 31°40'3.4"S | 116°1'44.4"E
Royal Australian Air Force
| 33°45'45"S | 150°38'10"E