Microsoft – ATR 42–600 / 72–600 v1.0.36

v1.0.36:
– Added marker for MAX throttle position to calibration window
– EFB Options items re-arranged
– Fixed Nav source not switching to NAV2 when V/ILS2 is selected on CPT side
– Fixed MFC test timing
– Fixed CoG graph coordinate calculation
– Added EFB option for display unit clickspot help overlay
– Added clickspot help overlay to MFD and EWD (graphics are placeholders!)
– Changed nose wheel steering to a new method (without fighting control inputs)
– Fixed Flight Idle TQ now drops to 0.0% in flight
– Fixed Gear lever now locked in down position on the ground
– Fixed PROG page total distance and EFOB calculation
– Fixed Power Management knobs animation synchronization
– Fixed GW/FOB indications on EWD not updating when engines running
– Removed automatic wind entry from PERF APPROACH page
– Fixed VApp calculation on PERF APPROACH page (FCOM LIM.3.4.9 p15)
– Fixed roll hold mode
– Added workaround to reduce the prop RPM of engine 2 in hotel mode to around 0
– Fixed enroute holding tracking
– Fixed PFD throttle hint status not loaded from config (Community report)
– Fixed cabin/compartment temperature jumping
– Removed COM3 radio from systems.cfg
– Fixed MAN CAB ALT default position to neutral
– Fixed SOURCE SEL pushbutton to show MAN when released
– Fixed MODE SEL pushbutton to show MAN when released
– Changed SOURCE SEL and MODE SEL pushbuttons to be pressed in on loading
– Added Landing Elevation is now set to destination airport/runway elevation after activating flightplan
– Changed default setting for DH/MDA knobs to MDA
– Removed standby instrument baro from synchronization to allow standard operating procedure of leaving it at local QNH
– Corrected INT/RAD switches to spring-loaded 3-state switches
– Added a separate button for ACW Ground Power on the EFB Aircraft page
– Fixed EFB aircraft state buttons not reacting on mouse over
– Fixed Probes warnings with ACW gens offline, while airborne
– Fixed AMP meter indications
– Fixed bug where AICE FAULTs would not be shown in the MFD MEMO area
– (Re-)activated conditional drawing for certain PFD/MFD display areas
– Fixed bug where ECL procedure version would not differentiate between PROP BRAKE SET or NOT SET
– Fix for MFD VCP PERF PAGE Confirm Takeoff Data button not being updated
– Added animation code for CVR Test and lighting for GND CTL button based on Magnars description
– Fix for PFD MDA colored altitude shown, despite MDA not being active
– Implemented IS_PROCEDURE_DETAIL_SET() method
– Fixed power source for MECH Call Horn which should be connected to DCEssBus
– Fixed EFB pax loading related bug
– Implemented cockpit door state dependant MFD VID image
– Added multiple localvars for third party virtual co-pilot implementations
– Fixed second MCDU sometimes locked on a different page than MENU
– Fixed a bug that would cause a negative distance calculation for a waypoint following a route discontinuity
– Fixed a bug in the EFB weight calculations (note: There are no partial passengers, so weights might deviate a bit)
– Added support for 3 letter airport codes in the United States
– Fixed a bug in DME distance calculation
– Fixed a potential crash in the DME arc drawing function
– Added new loading tips localizations
– Added waypoint 1500ft above airport level if no SID is selected
– Fixed all DTO sub pages showing the first listed waypoint as active
– Fixed approach speed remaining selected ON after FMS reset at end of flight
– Fixed MFD SYS CABIN page not reflecting temperature mode (MAN/AUTO)
– Fixed COM2 radio not reaction to reducing volume to zero (VATSIM)
– Fixed gear extending/retracting without hydraulics (note: sound not in sync yet!)
– Fixed a bug which caused DC Gen 2 to show FAULT if only engine#2 was running
– Fixed engine can not be started after shut down by pulling fire handle (“Repair engine” button added to EFB)

Microsoft Flight Simulator today released the first entry into a brand-new series of highly authentic and accurate aircraft called “Expert Series”. The ATR 42-600 and ATR 72-600 are being released together in this bundle and will provide an incredible and authentic aviation experience. ATR, short for “Regional Transport Aircraft,” in both French and Italian, was formed through the combined efforts of Aerospatiale (known as Airbus today) of France and Aeritalia (now known as Leonardo) of Italy specifically to create this aircraft. The ATR line has seen a wide range of uses, including commercial passenger, cargo, and military.

The ATR 42-600

The 42-600 is a twin-engine commuter airliner with a high-wing turboprop, that can seat up to 50 passengers. It took its first flight in March of 2010 and was introduced into service in late 2012. Distinctive in appearance with elegant lines and curves, it boasts thoroughbred performance in the air and can operate out of a wide variety of airfields.

The 42-600 is an advanced iteration of the ATR 42, a family of regional airliners first conceived in the early 1980s. Named “42” due to the number of seats of the original version, the aircraft was designed to be a highly efficient airframe optimized for commuter lines.

The 42-600, operated by a flight crew of two, features an advanced glass cockpit, spacious cabin, and improved efficiency and performance over its predecessors. The aircraft measures 74 feet, 5 inches in length and stands 24 feet, 11 inches tall. It features a high-aspect ratio main wing with a span of 80 feet, 7 inches and a T-tail empennage. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127XT-M engines, each delivering 2,400 horsepower to a 6-blade propeller.

The 42-600, while not designated a STOL (short take-off and landing) aircraft, has excellent short field and high-density altitude performance, with a take-off run of 3,631 feet at sea level, fully loaded. It has a range of 835 miles and a cruising speed of 345 miles per hour.

The ATR 42-600 comes with three liveries:

• ATR House Livery F-WWLY
• Air Saint Pierre F-ORLB
• Silver Airways N405SV

The ATR 72-600

The 72-600 is a refined, and the most notable, version of the ATR 72, which is a stretched variant of the company’s ATR 42 family of aircraft. The airframe boasts improved cabin design and an advanced multi-panel glass cockpit to optimize pilot efficiency. The ATR 72-600 allows aviators to sharpen their skills and push their abilities to new heights as they cruise the airways around the globe.

The ATR 72-600 is a high-wing, twin-turboprop, regional airliner that took its maiden flight on July 24, 2009, and was introduced into service in 2010. The ATR 72-600 is crewed by two and can carry up to 78 passengers, although its standard configuration is only 70 seats. While primarily serving as a passenger carrier, the 72-600 has also been used by various countries’ militaries for maritime patrol and logistical support.

While designed for and used as a short-haul carrier, the ATR 72-600’s form projects a tone of sportiness and performance. It features a long, sleek fuselage, a T-tail empennage, and has a high-aspect ratio main wing with a slight leading edge sweep. The wingspan measures 88 feet, 9 inches.

The 72-600 is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127XT-M turboprop engines that each deliver 2,750 horsepower to 6-blade Hamilton Standard propellers. The ATR 72-600 has a range of 850 miles, a service ceiling of 25,000 feet above sea level, and a cruise speed of 320 miles per hour.

The ATR 72-600 comes with five liveries:

• ATR House Livery F-WWEY
• Silver Airways N703SV
• Air Tahiti “RA’IREVA” F-ORVV
• Air Tahiti “TAPUATA” F-ORVR
• Air Tahiti “TE ANUANUA” F-ORVT