Pilatus enjoyed a banner year in 2024, delivering 153 aircraft and achieving record sales despite ongoing challenges in its supply chain. The Swiss aircraft manufacturer reported total sales of 1.633 billion Swiss francs ($1.81 billion), an EBIT of 243 million Swiss francs ($269 million), and a substantial order book valued at 2.193 billion Swiss francs ($2.43 billion).
This represents a more than 10 percent increase in sales compared to the already successful 2023 fiscal year. The company’s delivery figures include 96 PC-12 NGXs, 51 PC-24s, and 6 PC-21s, demonstrating strong demand across its product lines.
In Government Aviation, Pilatus secured a significant contract with the Royal Canadian Air Force for 19 PC-21s and associated simulators. The Netherlands also reinforced its commitment to Pilatus by purchasing eight PC-7 MKXs. Within Business Aviation, the enhanced PC-24 Super Versatile Jet, featuring increased payload and range, enjoyed a successful market launch. Furthermore, the PC-12 single-engine turboprop achieved the distinction of being the most flown business aircraft in the United States over the past year.
Looking forward, Pilatus is prioritizing sustainability, with its newly established Corporate Sustainability department developing Sustainability Strategy 2.0. The company is investing in new technologies, including a partnership with Synhelion, an ETH spin-off developing CO2-neutral jet fuel. Pilatus is also actively addressing supply chain issues by increasing vertical integration, including a new facility in Seville, Spain, and expanding its presence in the United States with new sales and service centers, including the newly acquired Aero Center Epps in Atlanta, Georgia and a planned sales and service center in Bradenton, Florida.
