⚠️ XP12 note: Carenado’s ATR 72-600 for XP11 works in XP12 with minor tweaks, but some users report lighting and ground behavior issues. For XP12, consider the upcoming HotStart ATR (in development) or use the X‑Works ATR 72-500 (updated for XP12).
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Because the ATR is a regional aircraft, do not fly it from JFK to LAX. Here are the top 5 airports for the ATR 72-600 X Plane 11 experience (download free scenery):
The ATR 72-600 is a twin-engine turboprop regional airliner widely used for short-haul flights. In X‑Plane 11, it offers a highly immersive simulation experience, balancing system depth with performance-friendly operations. Several versions exist, including the freeware “ATR 72-600” by Riviere (with various community enhancements) and the payware “ATR 72-500/600” by Carenado (now maintained by Thranda). This write-up focuses on the typical features found in high-quality renditions of this aircraft. atr 72-600 x plane 11
This is where the ATR shines. The aircraft acts like a speed brake.
The ATR 72-600 represents the pinnacle of modern turboprop technology. Manufactured by Avions de Transport Régional (ATR), a joint venture between Airbus and Leonardo, the -600 series is the definitive workhorse of short-haul regional aviation. With its high-efficiency Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127M engines and advanced glass cockpit, the aircraft bridges the gap between traditional analog flying and modern fly-by-wire augmented control. ⚠️ XP12 note: Carenado’s ATR 72-600 for XP11
In the realm of X-Plane 11, the simulation of this aircraft serves as an excellent training tool for understanding the complexities of turboprop engine management, propeller aerodynamics, and crew resource management (CRM). Unlike jet aircraft, the ATR requires a profound understanding of torque, propeller RPM, and thermodynamics. This paper analyzes how these characteristics are translated into the virtual environment, examining the fidelity of the "Flight Factor" models and the default X-Plane 11 experience.