ATR ATR 42-300 / 320

Aircraft Information ATR ATR 42-300 / 320

ATR 42-300 / 320 is a twin-engine turboprop passenger aircraft developed by the French company ATR (Avions de Transport Régional) in collaboration with the Italian company Aeritalia. It was first released in 1984 and is designed to carry up to 50 passengers on short and medium distances.

The ATR 42-300 / 320 has a length of 22.67 meters, a wingspan of 24.57 meters, and a height of 7.59 meters. The maximum takeoff weight is 18,600 kg. The aircraft is equipped with two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW120 turboprop engines, each developing a power of 1,800 horsepower.

The maximum speed of the ATR 42-300 / 320 is 555 km/h, and the maximum range is 1,665 km. The aircraft is capable of taking off and landing on small airports with short runways.

The ATR 42-300 / 320 is widely used in regional aviation worldwide. It is popular due to its economy, reliability, and passenger comfort.

Technical information about the ATR ATR 42-300 / 320

- Length: 22.67 m (ATR 42-300) / 22.94 m (ATR 42-320)

- Wingspan: 24.57 m

- Cabin size: 16.87 m³

- Maximum speed: 555 km/h

- Range: 1,665 km (ATR 42-300) / 1,610 km (ATR 42-320)

- Weight: 12,500 kg (ATR 42-300) / 12,900 kg (ATR 42-320)

- Engine: 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW120

- Capacity: 46-50 passengers (depending on cabin configuration)

The most comfortable and safe places on the plane

Like in any other aircraft, the safest seats in the ATR ATR 42-300/320 are located in the rear of the cabin, closer to the exit. This is because in the event of an emergency, the aircraft usually gets destroyed in the front, so passengers in the rear have a higher chance of survival.

As for comfort, the most comfortable seats are in the business class, if available on the flight. In the economy class, the most comfortable seats are near the exit, as they usually have more legroom and allow for a quicker exit during landing.

In general, the choice of seat in the aircraft depends on the passenger's individual preferences. Some prefer window seats to enjoy the view, while others prefer aisle seats to quickly exit the aircraft. In any case, it is worth studying the cabin layout and choosing the most suitable seat before purchasing a ticket.