Optimum Braking Performance for Short-Field Performance

Crane Aerospace & Electronics has been selected by Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. to provide the brake control system for the new PC-24 twin-engine business jet. 

“Crane is pleased to build on its long term relationship with Pilatus, having provided various systems for current Pilatus aircraft, including the brake control system, fuel control & monitoring system and proximity sensing system for the PC-21 military turboprop. Our experience providing brake control systems on numerous business jet applications will ensure we provide a system for the PC-24 with optimum braking performance uniquely suited for the short field performance characteristics of this aircraft,” states David Bailey, vice president of Landing Systems Solutions for Crane Aerospace & Electronics.

The PC-24 is Pilatus’s first twin-engine business aircraft and their first-ever jet powered aircraft. It will seat up to ten passengers, be powered by Williams FJ44 engines and feature a cargo door similar to Pilatus’ PC-12 aircraft. First flight of the PC-24 is expected to be end of 2014, with entry into service expected in 2017.