Pilatus Resumes PC-12 Deliveries to U.S.

Pilatus has restarted U.S. deliveries of the PC-12 single‑engine turboprop following a tariff pause; first American handovers occurred on November 4, 2025.

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd has resumed shipments of the Pilatus PC-12 to U.S. buyers after halting deliveries earlier this year in response to trade restrictions. The Swiss maker confirmed that U.S. operators took delivery of aircraft on November 4, 2025, reopening access for executive, charter and utility customers across North America.

The PC-12 single‑engine turboprop remains a staple in business aviation thanks to its mix of range, cabin flexibility and rough-field capability. Operators in the U.S. use the type for passenger transport, air ambulance missions and cargo/utility work, so the restart should help fleets that paused upgrade or replacement plans when shipments stopped.

Pilatus PC-12 restart: what it means for U.S. operators

After the moratorium tied to tariffs, Pilatus’s move eases procurement and maintenance planning for U.S. customers. While the manufacturer did not provide carrier names or aircraft serial details publicly, the resumption signals renewed commercial ties between Pilatus and U.S. business-aviation operators. The company’s decision is also likely to impact aftermarket support and parts flow for PC-12 fleets already in service.

Pilatus PC-12 deliveries resumed on November 4, 2025, reopening the U.S. market.
The PC-12 continues to serve executive, charter and utility roles across North America.
Resumed shipments should support fleet modernization and parts availability for U.S. operators.

Pilatus halted shipments earlier in the year after tariffs and related trade measures created uncertainty for cross-border sales. The restart does not necessarily imply a permanent resolution of broader trade issues, but it does provide immediate relief to operators who had delayed purchases or upgrades. Industry watchers say the PC-12’s versatility keeps demand steady, particularly among fractional operators and smaller charter companies seeking single‑engine efficiency with pressurized-cabin capability.

Expect Pilatus to monitor demand and regulatory developments closely as U.S. deliveries continue. For now, the November 4 handovers mark a clear step toward restoring the Swiss manufacturer’s presence in the U.S. turboprop market.