WE CREATE THE AIRCRAFT STANDARD. THE PILATUS CLASS.

AN OBSESSION WITH PRECISION 7 ABSOLUTE FOCUS ON CUSTOMER NEEDS 9 PILATUS AIRCRAFT ASSEMBLY 16 PILATUS BUSINESS AND UTILITY AIRCRAFT 20 PILATUS TRAINING SYSTEMS 23 PILATUS PRODUCT OVERVIEW 24

Flying, Precision, Customer Focus It all began in 1939, on the cusp of one of the largest surges in aviation innovation and design. Deep in the heart of Switzerland, close to Mount Pilatus, a small maintenance facility had formed to service the aircraft of the Swiss Air Force. At that time no one could have guessed that the small company from Stans, Nidwalden, would go on to become a respected world leader in aviation, but that is indeed where Pilatus Aircraft Ltd is today. The answer is deceptively simple. It is not just a love of flying that drives us, though that is central to everything we...

The Past and Future of Pilatus Our development as an aircraft manufacturer began with the 1940s SB-2 Pelikan, an excellent concept for the high, narrow Alpine valleys. Our first sustained success came with the Pilatus P-2 and P-3, put in service by the Swiss Air Force and the latter even by Swissair. Highly successful regionally, these trainers gave Pilatus the experience needed to grow to a global level. But the real breakthrough was achieved in 1959, with the Pilatus Porter PC-6. This multipurpose aircraft was set apart by its extraordinary aptitude for operating in rugged conditions and its...

AN OBSESSION WITH PRECISION Proud to be Called Over-Engineered The expertise and years of experience which our staff contribute to the development of new aircraft is considered the most important “raw material”. The highest levels of technological know-how and experience also go into the task of continually enhancing our existing models. In everything we do, our attention remains firmly focused not only on reducing production costs, but also on meeting our custo­ ers’ every need. Versatility, ease of handling, ruggedness m and perfection at the point of delivery are top priorities. Though we...

ABSOLUTE FOCUS ON CUSTOMER NEEDS From Economy to Ecology Exceeding customer expectations is, quite simply, part of our corporate DNA. From market research to the design process itself, to a timely production schedule and post-sale service and support, everything we do at Pilatus is geared towards solving customer needs. Our company strives to provide long-lasting, cost-efficient aircraft and support solutions of the highest quality. However, we extend this focus a significant step further by always considering the effect our company and products have on the environment. As a leader, we believe...

Worldwide Support BROOMFIELD Today the Pilatus Group consists of four units, plus numerous independent sales offices worldwide. This ensures that Pilatus customers are never far from genuine Pilatus service and support. The majority interest in Pilatus Aircraft Ltd and its three fully owned subsidiaries is held by a group of Swiss investors. The main and central unit is the Pilatus Aircraft Ltd headquarters, which is located in Stans, capital of the canton of Nidwalden. The two independent subsidiaries are domiciled in Broomfield (United States) and Adelaide (Australia). Pilatus Australia Pty...

PILATUS ENGINEERING Always in Search of the Next Great Aircraft At the heart of Pilatus inspiration lies the Pilatus Research and Development unit. This superbly skilled team of over 300 engineers is tasked with the support of the current fleet and creation of the next great aircraft, whether it is a brandnew clean sheet design or advancements to the cu­ ­ ent rr range. True to the heritage of Pilatus, these “great aircraft” are not just brilliant in perform­ nce or beauty, but brilliant a for cus­omers in a practical application. t To engage this challenge, our engineers utilize the latest in...

From the initial concept study through to the design, prototype, flight test and certification phases, until the final stages when the project is ready for handover to Pilatus production. All of this takes place under the control of one dedi­ ated organization. The result is clear that Pilatus c is truly a world leader in our focus: the manufacture and after-market support of our aircraft. As further testimony to the skills of Pilatus en­ ineering, g we are privileged to perform numerous certification operations for new aircraft and changes to the type design of existing aircraft in-house, under...

PILATUS MANUFACTURING In-House Means in Control To develop a reputation such as ours – one of over-engineere ­ d precision and consistently on-time delivery – you must thave all the core skills at hand to constantly review and op­i­­ mize the elaborate processes and timelines that go into aircraft production. In support of this, our manufacturing group has developed a wide range of core competencies, including complex milling, sheet metal working and production of high-end carbon fiber elements, allowing us to manufacture most of our own components. This in turn enhances coordination and collaboration...

PILATUS AIRCRAFT ASSEMBLY The Design Comes to Life Here, the fuselage, wings, and tail section are mated, and the aircraft begin to resemble their final shape. The numerous components and individual parts are brought together by experienced aircraft technicians who take as much pride in their work as the originators of the design. Soon the customer’s individual specifications also become apparent: each aircraft that leaves our production line is unique, with its own individual livery and interior finish (cabin ap­ ointments, passenger seats, flooring). After success­ul p f completion of a ground...

PILATUS MAINTENANCE FACILITIES If you own a Pilatus aircraft, there is no better place to come for maintenance and upgrades than our maintenance r facility or factory autho­ ized Pilatus Centers. Why? b Because no­ ody knows our aircraft like we know our aircraft – and our customers. Pilatus operates a maintenance facility at the headquarters site in Stans. The workshop is equipped to support the en­ire Pilatus product range. t Proximity to the manufacturing and development facilities ensure a decisive competitive advantage for our maintenan­ e c centers, which thereby benefit from our comprehensive...