Safety
Pro Star Mechanism Lifts Handicapped Passengers into PC-12
The lifting mechanism manufactured by Pro Star Aviation can safely lift up to 300 pounds into a cargo entry door.
The Pro Star wheelchair lift system uses the PC-12's large cargo door as the point of entry for a wheelchair-bound passenger. (Photo: Matt Thurber)
The Pro Star wheelchair lift system uses the PC-12's large cargo door as the point of entry for a wheelchair-bound passenger. (Photo: Matt Thurber)

The Pilatus PC-12 is an excellent family transportation airplane, but what if one of the family members is wheelchair-bound and unable to climb the entry stairs? Are flying on the airlines or driving the only options?

A New York-based company owns two PC-12s and was faced with this problem for one of its frequent travelers.