Pilatus Aircraft Pilatus PC-24

10 Aug 2026 · © TangoLima

A rare Pilatus PC-24 Super Versatile Jet (N17PJ) parked on the ramp, noted for its ability to access short and unprepared runways.

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Aircraft

Pilatus PC-24 PC24

Standard factory livery (white with blue and black stripes)

N17PJ

Registration

Manufacturer

Pilatus Aircraft

Gear

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

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Private Jet Pro

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 76.0

You captured the Pilatus jet clearly, but the cones and background clutter compete for attention. Nice sky adds vibrance!

Location

Modern

Republic Airport · FRG/KFRG

40.7334, -73.4127

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Republic Airport FRG

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Aviation History

The Pilatus PC-24 is the only jet aircraft produced by Pilatus, known as the \"Super Versatile Jet\" for its ability to operate from unimproved runways and its flexible cabin configurations.

Fleet Rarity

Fairly rare, with just under 200 PC-24s delivered worldwide as of 2024.

Record Flights

First business jet certified for operations on unpaved runways and grass strips.

Safety & Events

No major incidents widely publicized as of 2024; known for remarkable versatility rather than incidents.

Future Outlook

Still in production as of 2024, with growing popularity in the light business jet market.

Specifications

Williams FJ44-4A

Engine

17.0 m

Wingspan

16.8 m

Length

3,610 km

Range

815 km/h

Speed

11 passengers (max) or 1,134 kg cargo

Capacity

8,300 kg

MTOW

5.3 m

Height

15.2 kN (3,400 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (typical <75 dB on takeoff at close range)

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