ATR 72-600
ATR · AT76
Current production ATR with the PW127XT engine option. Popular across Southeast Asian and Caribbean island routes.
A twin-engine turboprop in the large category that is limited to FL250. Cruises at about 280 kts.
2x TurbopropLargeRECAT EFL250 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 x Turboprop |
| Weight class | Large (L) |
| RECAT-EU category | E (Lower medium) |
| Service ceiling | 25,000 ft (FL250) |
| Max climb rate | 1,355 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 1,500 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 110 kts |
| Landing speed | 100 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~280 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~310 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 6,684 ft / 1.10 nm / 2,037 m |
| Landing field length | 5,590 ft / 0.92 nm / 1,704 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 3 |
Where you'll see it
The ATR 72-600 flies with IndiGo, Aer Lingus, and SAS Scandinavian among others. You'll encounter it regularly in Delhi, London, Copenhagen, Auckland airspace.