Turboprops in 2025: Why Prices Are Rising and Whether to Buy
Sergei Filippov · CEO, Wingform
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Turboprops — A Market Counter-Trend
While business jet prices correct downward, turboprops continue to appreciate.
Why Turboprops Are Getting More Expensive
1. Operating Economics
| Aircraft | Fuel burn | Hourly cost |
|---|---|---|
| PC-12 NGX | 63 gal/hr | ~$1,200 |
| TBM 960 | 58 gal/hr | ~$1,100 |
| King Air 350i | 100 gal/hr | ~$1,800 |
| Citation CJ3+ (jet) | 119 gal/hr | ~$2,400 |
2. Airfield Versatility
Turboprops operate from short runways (2,000–2,600 ft), including unpaved strips.
3. Limited Production
Pilatus produces ~80 PC-12s/year, Daher ~50 TBMs. Demand outstrips supply.
Price Dynamics
Pilatus PC-12 NGX
- New: ~$5.8M (up 12% over 2 years)
- 2020 model: $4.2–4.8M
- 2015 model: $3.0–3.5M
Daher TBM 960
- New: ~$4.8M
- TBM 930 (2018–2020): $3.5–4.0M
Beechcraft King Air 350i
- New: ~$8.5M
- 2018–2020: $5.0–6.5M
Forecast
Turboprops will keep appreciating 5–8%/year. If you're considering one — don't wait.
