N198X

This entry documents airframe N198X, a factory-built Pilatus PC-24 completed in 2020 with serial number 198. The aircraft is registered in the United States as N198X and is owned by the corporate trustee KENMORE CREW LEASING INC TRUSTEE, located in Bellingham, WA, US. The airframe is a 2020-production example of Pilatus’s light business jet series and is listed in the US registry under corporate ownership. Ownership is held by a corporate trustee based in Bellingham, Washington, and operational activity is managed to reflect executive and charter mission flexibility.

The cabin of this airframe supports typical Pilatus PC-24 configurations with 6–9 place executive layouts, including a large cargo door and multiple floorplan options ranging from a 6‑seat executive arrangement to an 8‑seat double‑club or a commuter setup accommodating up to 10. The aircraft is equipped with the Honeywell Advanced Cockpit Environment (ACE) featuring dual 12" PFDs, a fit that supports single-pilot or two-crew operations and modern situational awareness for business and charter missions. With a nine-seat interior fitted as noted, typical mission profiles include regional corporate transport and on-demand charter flights operating within the type’s 2,040 nm range at cruise speeds near 440 kts. Maintenance considerations align with twin Williams FJ44-series turbofan support and the operator’s corporate maintenance oversight.

The Pilatus PC-24 occupies a performance niche as a light business jet with a roomy cabin and a large cargo door, appealing to buyers seeking flexibility between executive and utility roles. Its performance envelope—long range for the class, high cruise speed, and a 45,000 ft ceiling—positions it against light-cabin competitors in on-demand charter and corporate fleets. Demand in the market tends to favor models with modern avionics suites like the Honeywell ACE and versatile interiors; resale and maintenance considerations center on engine support for the Williams FJ44-4A-QPM and the airframe’s configuration history as recorded under corporate ownership.