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Beechcraft Kingair Denali vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx

In category terms, the Beechcraft Denali, Piaggio Avanti EVO, and Pilatus PC‑12 NGX are all single‑engine turboprops, but they aim at different missions. The Denali is positioned as a modern, clean‑sheet business turboprop emphasizing new avionics and efficiency in the midsize single‑engine class. The PC‑12 NGX is the established utility‑meets‑executive benchmark, widely used for corporate, charter, and special‑mission work thanks to rugged operating flexibility. The Avanti EVO is a faster, more “jetlike” turboprop with a distinctive pusher configuration and a strong emphasis on cruise speed and cabin comfort in its segment. On range, the PC‑12 NGX is generally the longest‑legged of the three, optimized for long nonstop trips. The Denali is expected to be competitive in the midsize turboprop range bracket, typically suited to regional-to-medium legs. The Avanti EVO offers solid range but is most often chosen for higher-speed city pairs rather than maximum endurance. For passenger capacity, all can be configured around six to nine passengers depending on interior layout; the PC‑12 commonly accommodates the most flexibility, while the Denali and Avanti typically target executive seating configurations.

SpecBeechcraft KingAir DenaliPiaggio Avanti EVOPilatus PC-12 NGX
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 4.08$ 2.78
Min Crew111
Total Seats1188
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerGE® AerospacePiaggioPilatus
Aircraft NameKingAir DenaliAvanti EVOPC-12 NGX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)160015301803
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68$ 0.46
Max Cabin Seats979
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)32803775
Standard Cabin Seats766
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,111$ 793
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Rockwell Collins Pro Line FusionRockwell Collins Pro Line 21Honeywell Primus Apex
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)285400290
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$4,150,000$ 7,695,000$5,350,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 FlushingNoOptional
Min Crew111
Total Seats1188
Max Cabin Seats979
Lavatory LocationAFTFWD
Cabin Pressure (psi)595.8
Galley / RefreshmentNoNoNo
Standard Cabin Seats766
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)110652400013100
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Cargo DoorYes
Engine
ModelCatalyst™PT6A–66BPT6E-67XP
No. of Engines121
FADECYesYes
TBO (hrs)36005000
Horsepower8501200
Flat RatingISA + 28ISA + 35
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Usable Fuel (gal)402
Dimensions
Length (ft)14.8647.347.25
Wingspan (ft)54.347.153.33
Cabin Width (ft)4.56.15
Cabin Height (ft)4.85.84.9
Cabin Length (ft)12.614.916.9
Overall Height (ft)4.6513.114
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.13.54.25
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)12.6
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)4835.240