Aircraft Pilatus PC-24, 9H-APX

The Pilatus PC-24 (9H-APX) is a mid-size jet manufactured in 2018 with an eight-seat configuration. This type features a range of approximately 3,889 km and a cruising speed of 815 km/h (500 mph), making it ideal for 2-4 hour flights. A flight attendant and hot meals are available depending on the jet's configuration. The baggage compartment is accessible in flight. Submit a request – we will prepare a proposal, calculate the contents, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

Our base is Geneva, Switzerland. Rental rates start at $4,000/hour. From our base, we fly, for example, Geneva to Nice, Geneva to Istanbul, and Geneva to Baku. Flights from our base are faster and cheaper; flights from other cities require an additional leg. Send us a request—we'll prepare a proposal, calculate the cost, and analyze options tailored to your needs.

The Swiss Pilatus delivers two hits. The PC-12 is the world's best-selling single-engine turboprop (over 2,000 aircraft): 8-9 seats, 3,300 km range, and operation from unpaved runways as short as 750 m. The PC-24 is a unique "off-road jet": a jet speed of 815 km/h combined with unpaved runway clearance of 900 m. Both aircraft are renowned for their Swiss assembly and sophisticated design.

Fleet statistics speak louder than words: 2,000+ PC-12 aircraft have logged over 10 million flight hours, and the accident rate is one of the best among all turboprops, including twin-engine aircraft. The PT6A-67P engine, with 500 million flight hours, operates 3,500 hours between overhauls. North American operators use the PC-12 to transport cargo and patients around the clock—there's no more rigorous test.

The PC-12 holds the record for the highest residual value in general aviation: a ten-year-old aircraft retains a price of 65–75% (a new NGX costs ~$6.5 million, a 2015 PC-12 NG costs $4.3–5 million). The reason is its perennial shortage: the aircraft's versatility maintains demand from charter, air ambulance, and cargo operators. A good aircraft's display rarely lasts longer than a month.

The PC-24 is the only jet certified for unpaved, grass, and gravel runways: it has access to approximately 20,000 airfields worldwide, compared to approximately 5,000. It also features a 1.25 x 1.30 m cargo door like a turboprop and a flat cabin floor for 8–10 passengers. This versatility comes at the cost of range: 3,890 km versus the CJ4's 4,000+. The price for a new jet is approximately $1,810,000.

Middle class covers 4-6 hour flights: Moscow-Dubai, Almaty-Frankfurt, Astana-Beijing. The 3,900-6,200 km range allows nonstop flights from Central Asia to Europe, India, and China. The cabin allows for full standing (1.73-1.83 m), working at a desk, and a full workday—the class is chosen for its balance of range, comfort, and price.

Layouts: 8-9 seats; the Citation, Latitude, and Praetor 500 seats up to nine passengers with two pilots. Range: Citation XLS+ and PC-24 – approximately 3,900 km, Hawker 800XP/900XP – 4,600-4,900 km, Latitude – 5,280 km, Praetor 500 – a record for its class of 6,200 km. Cruising speed: 780-850 km/h. Luggage compartments of 1.3-2.3 m³ can accommodate the entire group, including skis.

Medium class adds a standing cabin to the Light class, an extra 1,000–2,000 km of range, and a full galley/buffet—but at an extra $1,500–2,500 rubles per hour. Super Medium class goes further: 6,300–7,400 km, a flat floor, and sleeping berths—and an extra $1,000–2,000 rubles per hour. Medium class is justified on 4-6 hour routes for groups of up to nine; transatlantic and large groups require Super Medium.

Class rates are $4 300–6,000 per hour. Examples: Moscow-Dubai (5 hours) - $25–35 thousand, Almaty-Istanbul (4.5 hours) - $22–30 thousand, Astana-Delhi - $20–28 thousand. The upper limit is the new Latitude and Praetor 500, the lower limit is the previous generation Hawker and Learjet 60XR: 20–25% cheaper with the same cabin, but with higher fuel consumption.

To book a private jet, simply contact us by phone or submit a request on our website. Tell our managers your desired dates, route, and number of guests. Based on this information, we will prepare the best private jet charter options for you. Once you select the appropriate business jet, we will sign the contract, and you can make payment. We will then ask you to provide a passenger list and any onboard service requirements, and your flight will be fully organized. On the day of departure, a ready-to-fly aircraft and professional crew will be waiting for you.

Key selection criteria include the number of passengers, the planned range of the private flight, and your budget. These parameters determine the aircraft type and size, which directly impacts the level of comfort and the final cost of the charter. Our specialists will provide detailed advice, present several models to choose from, and clearly demonstrate their differences to help you make an informed decision.