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ExecuJet and Pilatus: Why They Split

When ExecuJet and Pilatus simultaneously announced on February 8 that they were progressively phasing out their sales agreements for the PC-12, the two com

By AIN Staff • AIN Staff

November 28, 2006

When ExecuJet and Pilatus simultaneously announced on February 8 that they were progressively phasing out their sales agreements for the PC-12, the two companies made no comment as to the reasons for the move. At EBACE, Fred Muggli, sales manager for the PC-12, conceded that it was Pilatus that had pushed for the separation. He said that Pilatus was in the early stages of market research to serve as basis for a successor or companion aircraft for the PC-12. Whether this would be a jet, a twin turboprop or anything else is still open. It is, however, clear that current PC-12 owners who want to upgrade might be tempted to opt for the Grob jet, which would diminish the marketing base for the PC-12 follower.

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