The all metal STOL PC-6 Porter was the first in a long line of developed versions which have been a large success for Pilatus. Designed as a sturdy utility transport it has been used in several roles including air ambulance, freighter, crop spraying, target tug, air survey, search and rescue, paradropping and water bombing. Its versatility, rugged construction and excellent short field performance has gained the Porter orders from the civil and military sectors. The PC-6/340 was followed by the PC-6/350 which first flew in 1961 powered by a 350hp (261kW) Lycoming. Some of these piston powered examples were eventually converted to turboprop power. A small number of piston Porters remain airworthy.

HB-FFW                 c/n 735                    Switzerland

8 seat light transport first flown in 1959