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ProAir begins ops of first commercial Pilatus PC-12 in Germany

Stuttgart based ProAir Group has expanded its fleet with a Pilatus PC-12. The state-of-the-art turboprop is the first and currently only aircraft of the type operated commercially in Germany.

Elmar Monreal, managing director of ProAir Group says: "The Pilatus PC-12 is an ideal addition to our 22-strong fleet and will be a great workhorse for our passenger and cargo charters in the European region.

"We are delighted about the positive feedback from the market and the high interest of further aircraft owners. In the first weeks of operation alone, we received requests for two additional PC-12 aircraft which should join the fleet shortly."

The Pilatus PC-12 is a single engine, turbine, multi purpose aircraft by Swiss manufacturer Pilatus Aircraft. It combines the extremely reliable and efficient Pratt & Whitney PT6 turbine with a spacious and quiet cabin. The high end LCD cockpit with digital navigation technology and avionics is unique in itys class.

Its capability of taking off and landing on short runways, its high cruise speed and unrivalled flexibility in cabin configuration make the aircraft unique. If needed the PC-12 can transport passengers and a high volume cargo or baggage at the same time. Changing the cabin from passenger to cargo configuration only takes minutes, which provides a serious advantage when used for time critical transport for the automotive industry.