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Select Airparts Quarter Page 4/C AdFPilatus Enhances PC-12 NG for 2016or 2016, Pilatus’ best-selling single turboprop PC-12 NG offers greater speed, better takeoff and climb performance, more cabin comfort, greaterrange, and a quieter cabin, with no increase in fuel burn or operating cost.The 2016 PC-12 NG cruises at a new maximum speed of 285 knots, thanks to a number of enhancements to reduce drag. The under-wing flap actuator fairings for example were redesigned for smoother airflow and the cabin entry door handle was changed to a flush-fitting design. Gaps and joints around the flaps were sealed, and several antennas were repositioned.New five blade propellerThe most noticeable change to the 2016 PC-12 NG is the standard five blade graphite-composite propeller. Designed specifically for the PC-12 NG by Hartzell, this new propeller reduces cabin noise levels, improves takeoff and climb performance, reduces life cycle maintenance costs, and is easily repairable in the field. The propeller blades feature a nickel cobalt leading edge and are fabricated using aerospace-grade carbon fiber monocoque structural design. The thin blade shape is also optimized for low drag. The new propeller is certified for unlimited life.By the third overhaul cycle, the composite prop returns a significant value relative to the metal prop.The 2016 PC-12 NG features a takeoff distance over 50 feet of only 2,600 feet. At maximum gross takeoff weight, it can climb to a cruise altitude of 28,000 feet ten percent quicker, and maximum range has been extended to 1,840 nm with four passengers and VFR fuel reserves.New interior and exterior packagesEnhancing the exterior styling of the 2016 PC-12 NG are six new exterior paint schemes designed by BMW Designworks. For 2016, there are now six unique BMW- designed executive interiors for customers to choose from, and Pilatus continues to offer full customization services for those who desire something even more unique.Updated avionics softwareBuild 10 of the avionics software enhances the flying experience with new features, such as temperature compensation for Baro VNAV approaches, a route flight log to show airways SIDs and STARS in the flight plan, a Vertical Direct-To task menu option, pilot-entered waypoints on the iNav map, an option for orbital search patterns, and a multitude of additionalEN ROUTEAir Capitol Dial Quarter Page 4/C Ad30 • TWIN & TURBINEFEBRUARY 2016