PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter Model Guide
PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter · Model Guide
Overview
The PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter is a single-engine turboprop utility airplane. The PC-6 family is listed with up to 11 passengers, up to 870 nm range, up to 115 kt cruise and up to 25000 ft ceiling (family maxima, not this variant). The PC-6/B2-H4 manual used here lists a PT6A-27 engine, a 2800 kg maximum takeoff weight and Normal category certification.
- Weights per the PC-6/B2-H4 manual: takeoff 2800 kg, landing 2660 kg, zero fuel 2400 kg. Maximum weight in the cabin is 1000 kg.
- Power is a PT6A-27 turboprop with a Hartzell propeller. Usable fuel is 170 US gal (644 litres), and Jet A, Jet A-1 and Jet B are approved.
- Normal category only: no acrobatics or spins, and no flight into icing. Never-exceed speed is 151 kt IAS; the flaps-extended limit is 95 kt.
- Ask to see records for the wing-fitting inspection at Frames 3 and 4 (visual plus eddy current) and for the wheel and brake configuration.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 50 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Tail tire pressure psi ·
- 47
- Fuel usable capacity (gal) ·
- 170
- Fuel usable capacity (lb) ·
- 1,145
- Max operating altitude (ft) ·
- 25,000
- Main tire pressure standard psi ·
- 49
- Main tire pressure low pressure psi ·
- 20
V-speeds
- VA_KTS ·
- 119
- VC_KTS ·
- 119
- VFE_KTS ·
- 95
- VNE_KTS ·
- 151
Weight & balance
- Max ramp weight kg ·
- 2,810
- Max cabin weight kg ·
- 1,000
- Max landing weight kg ·
- 2,660
- Max takeoff weight kg ·
- 2,800
- Max trap door load kg ·
- 150
- Max zero fuel weight kg ·
- 2,400
- Max floor load kg per sq m ·
- 488
What fuel does the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter use?
The PC-6/B2-H4 manual for the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter approves Jet A, Jet A-1 and Jet B. Emergency use of aviation gasoline is allowed for no more than 150 hours in any overhaul period. Usable fuel is 170 US gal.
Can the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter fly in icing or do aerobatics?
No. The PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter is a Normal category airplane per the PC-6/B2-H4 manual. Acrobatics and spins are not approved, and flight into predicted or actual icing is not approved.
How is cargo secured in the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter?
The PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter manual requires tie-down fittings, retainer bars and straps rated at 817 kg minimum breaking strength. Each retainer bar secures a maximum of 140 kg, and a full-width load secured with two bars is 280 kg.
What wheel and tire options apply to the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter?
The Beringer STC covers the PC-6 Turbo Porter. 11.00-12 main tires run at 20 PSI and 24x7.7 mains at 49 PSI. The tail tire runs at 47 PSI. Skis require the 24x7.7 mains instead of 11.00-12.
What is the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter Model Guide?
The PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter Model Guide is a model guide for the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter, dated 2026.
What year was the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter Model Guide published?
The PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter Model Guide — the PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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Weights, loading and limits
The PC-6/B2-H4 manual gives a maximum ramp weight of 2810 kg and a maximum takeoff weight of 2800 kg. At 2800 kg the CG range is 32% to 38% (3608 to 3722 mm). Maximum floor load is 488 kg per sq. m, and each trap door is limited to 150 kg. Load factors are +3.58 g and -1.43 g with flaps up. Maximum operating altitude is 25,000 ft.
Engine and propeller limits
The PT6A-27 is limited to 47.3 psig torque, 725 °C ITT, 101.5% Ng and 2000 RPM Np at takeoff and maximum continuous power. Normal oil pressure is 80 to 100 psi, and below 40 psi is unsafe. Reverse power must not exceed one minute. Propeller de-icing must be OFF when the propeller is not rotating.
Maintenance points to check
The PC-6 Maintenance Manual (Revision 30, Oct 30/20) has an Airworthiness Limitations chapter. It also has a fuselage wing-fitting inspection at Frame 3 and Frame 4. That inspection is visual plus eddy current, needs the wings removed, and allows no crack indications. A Beringer wheel and brake STC exists for the PC-6 Turbo Porter; confirm whether it is fitted.
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Safety notes
- The PC-6/B2-H4 manual supplied is for familiarization only. Operate from the approved Airplane Flight Manual for the specific serial number.
- Do not reverse in flight. Positioning the power lever below the idle stop in flight is prohibited and may cause loss of control or engine overspeed.
- Flight into predicted or actual icing is not approved. Operation in falling snow is not approved unless snow vanes are installed.
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Full document text
PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter Model Guide The PILATUS PC-6B Turbo-Porter is a single-engine turboprop utility airplane. The PC-6 family is listed with up to 11 passengers, up to 870 nm range, up to 115 kt cruise and up to 25000 ft ceiling (family maxima, not this variant). The PC-6/B2-H4 manual used here lists a PT6A-27 engine, a 2800 kg maximum takeoff weight and Normal category certification. • Weights per the PC-6/B2-H4 manual: takeoff 2800 kg, landing 2660 kg, zero fuel 2400 kg. Maximum weight in the cabin is 1000 kg. • Power is a PT6A-27 turboprop with a Hartzell propeller. Usable fuel is 170 US gal (644 litres), and Jet A, Jet A-1 and Jet B are approved. • Normal category only: no acrobatics or spins, and no flight into icing. Never-exceed speed is 151 kt IAS; the flaps-extended limit is 95 kt. • Ask to see records for the wing-fitting inspection at Frames 3 and 4 (visual plus eddy current) and for the wheel and brake configuration. Weights, loading and limits The PC-6/B2-H4 manual gives a maximum ramp weight of 2810 kg and a maximum takeoff weight of 2800 kg. At 2800 kg the CG range is 32% to 38% (3608 to 3722 mm). Maximum floor load is 488 kg per sq. m, and each trap door is limited to 150 kg. Load factors are +3.58 g and -1.43 g with flaps up. Maximum operating altitude is 25,000 ft. Engine and propeller limits The PT6A-27 is limited to 47.3 psig torque, 725 °C ITT, 101.5% Ng and 2000 RPM Np at takeoff and maximum continuous power. Normal oil pressure is 80 to 100 psi, and below 40 psi is unsafe. Reverse power must not exceed one minute. Propeller de-icing must be OFF when the propeller is not rotating. Maintenance points to check The PC-6 Maintenance Manual (Revision 30, Oct 30/20) has an Airworthiness Limitations chapter. It also has a fuselage wing-fitting inspection at Frame 3 and Frame 4. That inspection is visual plus eddy current, needs the wings removed, and allows no crack indications. A Beringer wheel and brake STC exists for the PC-6 Turbo Porter; confirm whether it is fitted. Safety notes: • The PC-6/B2-H4 manual supplied is for familiarization only. Operate from the approved Airplane Flight Manual for the specific serial number. • Do not reverse in flight. Positioning the power lever below the idle stop in flight is prohibited and may cause loss of control or engine overspeed. • Flight into predicted or actual icing is not approved. Operation in falling snow is not approved unless snow vanes are installed.