DHC-3 Otter vs PC-24

Canadian utility aircraft, noted for its use in bush flying and rugged environments during the mid-20th century.
Picture of DHC-3 Otter
Origin country 🇨🇦 Canada
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer De Havilland Canada
First flight 12 December 1951
Year of introduction 1953
Number produced 466 units
Average unit price $0.6 million
Swiss light business jet, operational since 2015, known for versatility across multiple deployments including charter services.
Origin country 🇨🇭 Switzerland
Category Military Training Aircraft
Manufacturer Pilatus
First flight 11 May 2015
Year of introduction 2018
Number produced 100 units
Average unit price $12 million
Wing area 35.0 m² ◉
Wingspan 18.0 m â—‰
Height 3.8 m â—‰
Length 12.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 257 km/h â—‰
Service ceiling 5,730 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 3,629 kg â—‰
Empty weight 2,010 kg â—‰
Total thrust 1 x 447 kW â—‰
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—‰
Service ceiling 13,716 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,005 kg â—‰
Empty weight 4,967 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,529 kgf â—‰

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Photo of DHC-3 Otter by Tony Hisgett.