PC-24 vs YS-11
Overview
The PC-24 and the YS-11 are both Military Training Aircraft, manufactured by Pilatus and NAMC respectively.
Top speed is 787 km/h for the PC-24 vs 470 km/h for the YS-11. The PC-24 has an operational range of 3,700 km vs 2,110 km for the YS-11. The PC-24 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 6,980 m for the YS-11. At 23,500 kg MTOW, the YS-11 is 2.9x the PC-24's 8,005 kg.
The PC-24 has been produced in 100 units vs 182 for the YS-11. Unit cost is $12M for the PC-24 vs $2.25M for the YS-11. The YS-11 first flew 53 years before the PC-24 (1962 vs 2015).
| Swiss light business jet, operational since 2015, known for versatility across multiple deployments including charter services. | |
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| Origin country | 🇨🇠Switzerland |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Pilatus |
| First flight | 11 May 2015 |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Number produced | 100 units |
| Average unit price | $12 million |
| Japanese turboprop airliner from the 1960s, deployed primarily in short-haul flights, and regionally used by various countries. | |
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| Origin country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| Category | Military Training Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | NAMC |
| First flight | 30 August 1962 |
| Year introduced | 1965 |
| Number produced | 182 units |
| Average unit price | $2.2 million |
| Wing area | 30.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 17.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.3 m â—‰ |
| Length | 16.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 787 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 3,700 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 13,716 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,005 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 4,967 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 765 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 94.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 32.0 m â—‰ |
| Height | 9.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 26.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 470 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,110 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,980 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 23,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,600 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,130 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The PC-24 is faster with a maximum speed of 787 km/h compared to the YS-11's 470 km/h, a difference of 317 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The PC-24 has a longer range at 3,700 km compared to the YS-11's 2,110 km.
Which can fly higher, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The PC-24 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the YS-11's 6,980 meters (22,900 ft).
Which is heavier, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The YS-11 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 23,500 kg compared to the PC-24's 8,005 kg.
Which is larger, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The YS-11 is longer at 26.3 meters compared to the PC-24's 16.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The PC-24 is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the YS-11 at $2.2 million.
Which entered service first, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The YS-11 entered service first in 1965, 53 years before the PC-24 which entered service in 2018.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PC-24 or YS-11?
The YS-11 has been produced in greater numbers with 182 units compared to 100 units of the PC-24.