N224DE

This entry documents the specific Pilatus PC-24 airframe bearing tail number N224DE, serial 313, built in 2023 by Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. The airplane is registered in the United States and is owned by OTTER AIR SERVICES LLC of Grand Rapids, MI. Registry records indicate a clean, current U.S. registration with owner/operator activity tied to Grand Rapids; valuation assessments list the airframe at $11,134,960, reflecting a recent-build condition and market positioning for factory-new examples. Notable administrative details include the explicit U.S. registration and limited public record history consistent with a single corporate owner/operator setup.

The airframe is fitted with a 9-place executive layout cabin configured for corporate or charter missions typical of light business jets in this class. Avionics are listed as Honeywell equipment with factory/option variability that can include SmartRunway and SmartLanding advisory options, supporting advanced situational awareness and constrained-field operations. With a cruise speed of 440 kts and a maximum operating ceiling of 45,000 ft, typical mission profiles for this aircraft emphasize fast regional to intercontinental hops within the 2,040 nm range envelope, suited to owner-operator or charter use based from Grand Rapids. Maintenance considerations align with twin Williams FJ44-series engine support infrastructure and standard Pilatus factory support for recently manufactured PC-24 airframes.

The Pilatus PC-24 occupies a performance niche as a versatile light business jet able to access short or unimproved runways while offering cabin comfort comparable to larger light jets. Competing models in its mission segment include several light-to-midsize business jets that trade off short-field capability for cabin volume; the PC-24’s combination of 440 kt cruise and 2,040 nm range strengthens its appeal for operators seeking speed and field performance. Buyer and charter demand typically favors newer airframes with modern Honeywell avionics and option packages; resale and maintenance considerations for this specific 2023 serial include contemporary factory support, a widely supported FJ44 engine type, and a valuation reflective of near-new status at $11,134,960.