ATR

France / Italy Founded 1981

ATR (Avions de Transport Regional) is a Franco-Italian aircraft manufacturer that produces turboprop regional airliners, a joint venture between Airbus and Leonardo.

Aircraft Families

Overview

Aircraft Types
2
Families
2
Founded
1981
Country
France / Italy

Frequently Asked Questions

ATR manufactures two turboprop regional aircraft families: the ATR 42 (42-50 seats) and the ATR 72 (68-78 seats). Both are twin-engine, high-wing turboprops designed for short-haul regional routes.
ATR is headquartered in Toulouse, France. The company is a joint venture between Airbus and Leonardo (formerly Finmeccanica) of Italy, combining French and Italian aerospace expertise.
The ATR 72 is the company's best-selling aircraft, dominating the 70-seat turboprop market with over 1,600 orders. The ATR 72-600 is the current production variant, featuring improved engines and a glass cockpit.
ATR is the world's leading turboprop manufacturer, holding approximately 75% of the regional turboprop market. Its main competitor is De Havilland Canada with the Dash 8-400. Turboprops offer 30-40% lower fuel burn than regional jets on routes under 300 nautical miles.