PA-31 Navajo vs PC-12 Eagle

Overview

The PA-31 Navajo and the PC-12 Eagle are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Piper and Pilatus respectively.

Top speed is 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo vs 528 km/h for the PC-12 Eagle. The PA-31 Navajo has an operational range of 1,875 km vs 3,417 km for the PC-12 Eagle. The PC-12 Eagle operates at altitudes up to 9,144 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo.

The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in 3,942 units vs 2,000 for the PC-12 Eagle. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 27 years before the PC-12 Eagle (1964 vs 1991).

American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century.
Piper PA-31 Navajo Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 30 September 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 3942 units
Average unit price --
Swiss turboprop passenger and cargo aircraft, distinguished by worldwide operational history, notably in charter, regional, and utility roles.
Pilatus PC-12 Eagle Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Pilatus
First flight 31 May 1991
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 2000 units
Average unit price $6 million
Wing area 21.0 mΒ²
Wingspan 12.4 m β—‰
Height 4.0 m
Length 9.9 m
Maximum speed 420 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,875 km β—‰
Service ceiling 8,016 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,948 kg
Empty weight 1,783 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 116 kW β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 16.3 m β—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 528 km/h β—‰
Operational range 3,417 km β—‰
Service ceiling 9,144 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 2,810 kg β—‰
Total thrust 0 β—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle is faster with a maximum speed of 528 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 108 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle has a longer range at 3,417 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PC-12 Eagle has a higher service ceiling at 9,144 meters (30,000 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,948 kg compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PA-31 Navajo is longer at 9.9 meters compared to the PC-12 Eagle's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 27 years before the PC-12 Eagle which entered service in 1994.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PA-31 Navajo or PC-12 Eagle?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 2,000 units of the PC-12 Eagle.