N8DZ
Pilatus PC-24
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
2000 NM
Range
440 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-11-25| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-15 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-12 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Pilatus PC-24
Overview
Tracked as N8DZ (Mode S AADD8E) in commercial flight/aircraft trackers; photographed at Buochs (Switzerland) on 2025-06-16 under temporary Swiss registration HB‑VZO. No definitive FAA public registration record or owner name was located in accessible FAA extracts during this search; manufacturer/delivery paperwork was not publicly accessible.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Williams FJ44-4A (FJ44-4A-QPM variants commonly used) (3420 lbf each)
- Range: 2000 nm
- Cruise: 440 kts
- Seats: 9
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Flat-floor executive layouts commonly 6–11 passengers; large aft cargo door and movable aft partition (specific layout for N8DZ not publicly listed). Flat continuous floor, large cargo door, enclosed lavatory options; manufacturer delivery options include VIP executive fit, combi and special-mission conversions. Avionics: Pilatus ACE (Honeywell Primus Epic / Primus Epic 2.0)
Model & Market Context
The airframe described is registered as N8DZ, a Pilatus PC-24 with US registration (US). Build year, serial number and a full ownership timeline are Not published in the supplied data; Not published also applies to operator/base history and any notable registry actions. The airframe is presented with an indicative market valuation of $10,000,000; condition highlights and maintenance history are Not published. Available public information emphasizes this aircraft as a PC-24 airframe configured to the common Pilatus executive standard rather than a uniquely documented special mission variant.
Cabin arrangements for this PC-24 typically utilize flat-floor executive layouts accommodating 6–11 passengers in production configurations, and for this specific airframe the exact internal layout is Not published. The common Pilatus fit includes a large aft cargo door and a movable aft partition, offering mixed passenger/cargo flexibility useful for business charter, regional transcontinental missions up to its 2,000 nm range, or logistics tasks where bulky payload access is required. Avionics are listed as Pilatus ACE with Honeywell Primus Epic / Primus Epic 2.0 architecture, supporting advanced integrated flight management and situational awareness for operations up to its 45,000 ft ceiling and typical cruise of 440 kts. Specific operator base, special mission equipment, and detailed maintenance notes for N8DZ are Not published.
The Pilatus PC-24 family occupies a niche as a versatile light business jet with cabin and cargo flexibility uncommon in its class, combining short-field capability with a long-range cruise around 440 kts and a 2,000 nm mission radius. Powered by two Williams FJ44-4A engines rated at 3,420 lbf each, the type appeals to owners and charter operators seeking a mixed passenger/cargo platform or executive transport with generous aft access. Market demand generally favors PC-24s for charter fleets and owner-operators who value the flat-floor cabin, while resale and maintenance considerations reflect support for the FJ44 engine family and the aircraft’s integrated Honeywell avionics suite; specific resale history for N8DZ is Not published.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N8DZ | N125AF | N144TA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | N/A | 125 | 144 |
| Year Manufactured | 0 | 2019 | 2019 |
| Duration of Flight | 5 Hours | 5 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Range | 2000 NM | 2000 NM | 2000 NM |
| Max Speed | 440 MPH | 440 MPH | 440 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 45000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |