About the ATR 72-500
The ATR 72-500 first flew on January 19, 1996. It belongs to the larger of ATR’s two regional turboprop families. The manufacturer’s specification sheet lists six-blade propellers and an overall length of about 27.17 meters.
Seating capacity
ATR shows 68 seats in its standard configuration for the ATR 72-500. Airlines may use different configurations. Check the operator’s seat map for the layout on a specific flight.
Cabin layout
The standard plan shows two seats on each side of a single aisle. ATR lists a 31-inch seat pitch, measured between corresponding points in successive rows. The plan marks the exits, galley, lavatory and baggage area.
How to recognize an ATR 72-500
Look for a long fuselage, a high wing and two engines with six-blade propellers. The ATR 72-600 has a similar outline. A registration and full model record are more reliable for identifying the series.
Variants and related aircraft
ICAO lists both ATR 72-500 and ATR 72-210A under AT75. The earlier ATR 72-200 uses AT72, and the ATR 72-600 uses AT76.
Frequently asked questions
How many seats does an ATR 72-500 have?
ATR’s standard plan shows 68 seats. The airline’s seat map gives the configuration for the aircraft on your flight.
Do the ATR 72-500 and ATR 72-600 share a radar code?
The ATR 72-500 uses AT75. The ATR 72-600 uses AT76.