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ATR 42

How to spot it

High wing, T-tail and two turboprops, with the main wheels retracting into bulged fairings low on the fuselage sides.

Often confused with

ATR 72

The ATR 72 is about 4.5 m longer, with a longer fuselage ahead of the wing.

ATR 42 vs ATR 72: side by side

Did you know

The "42" in ATR 42 comes from its typical seating of about 42 passengers.

Details

MakerATR
TypeRegional aircraft
ICAO codeAT45
First flight1984

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