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PC-7 Turbo Trainer MkII

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PC-7 Turbo Trainer MkII

The Pilatus PC-7 MkII is a two-seat, turboprop-powered basic trainer aircraft designed for military pilot training. It is an upgraded variant of the original PC-7, featuring enhanced avionics, a more powerful engine, and improved performance characteristics.

Specifications

TypeTransport Aircraft
OriginSwitzerland
ManufacturerPilatus Aircraft Ltd.
Introduced1995
StatusIn service
Speed412 km/h
Range1,300 km
Crew2
Weight1.33 t

History

Introduced in 1995 by Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. in Switzerland, this trainer is an evolution of the PC-7 series, offering enhanced performance for pilot development.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
India74confirmed
France—confirmed
Italy8confirmed
Iran35confirmed

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