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Our ReplicaHangar ATR 42-500 MacAir Model exhibits unique, unrivaled quality and detailed design to come as close as possible to the accuracy of the actual plane. It comes as standard with a robust, durable base or stand which is available in a variety of different finishes designed to match your own personal requirements including solid wood, wood with polished metal supports or adjustable wood wall mount and will be ready within about 9-10 weeks from placement of order.
The ATR 42-500 MacAir Model is made of the finest kiln dried renewable mahogany wood (commonly known as Lauan or Meranti) which has undergone many stages of carving and meticulous and careful sanding giving the beautiful finished museum quality masterpiece. Many collectors and model connoisseurs demonstrate their preference for genuine handmade and hand painted mahogany wood models rather than plastic or die cast (diecast) alternatives due to the overall look and totally different feel of the item - we trust you will find the same. We can, however, if required produce the same model in Solid Cast Resin so just click and contact us us for further information. Our craftsmen and gifted artisans ensure that our finely handcrafted model airplanes match the precise blueprint details of the original aircraft. The paint scheme, markings and parts are closely matched, reflecting the original aircraft. This stylish top-quality desktop replica model will surely enthrall anyone who receives this as a gift and for sure one of the most appropriate and desirably collectable gifts for any aviation enthusiast and avid aircraft collector whilst also displaying a perfect resemblance to the actual aircraft.
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The ATR 42 is a twin-turboprop, short-haul regional airliner built in France and Italy by ATR. The name 42 comes from the aircrafts seating, which varies from 40 to 50. The aircraft was the basis for the ATR 72.
Variants
There are five major variants of the ATR 42.
ATR 42-200/300
The -200amp; -300 were the original ATR 42 aircraft, powered by Prattamp; Whitney Canada PW120 engines rated at 2000 shp.
+ATR 42-320+.
The -320 was an improved version of the -300 powered by PW121 engines (2100 shp).
+ATR 42-400+.
The -400 is the official name for the passenger version of the ATR 42 Surveyor. the -400 is an upgraded version of the -200/300/320 using six-bladed propellers on otherwise identical PW120/PW121 engines. The primary users of this aircraft type are Conviasaamp; CSA Czech Airlines.
+ATR 42-500+.
The ATR-500 is the current production version. It is identical in appearance to earlier 42s with the exception of its six-bladed propellers turned by PW127E engines rated at 2400 shp for improved hot and high performance and greatly increased cruise speed. It also has an increased maximum takeoff weight, allowing for more cargo and greater range (up to 1,500 nm).
+ATR 42-600+.
On Tuesday 2 October 2007, ATR CEO St eacute;phane Mayer, announced the launch of the new -600 series aircraft at a Press Conference held in Washington, D.C..
The new ATR 42-600 and ATR 72-600 will feature the latest technological enhancements while building upon the well-known advantages of the current aircraft, namely its high efficiency, proven dispatch reliability, low fuel burn and operating cost. It will include the new PW127M as standard engine, Glass Cockpit flight deck featuring five wide LCD screens that will replace the current EFIS (Electronic Flight instrument System). In addition, a multi-purpose computer (MPC) will further enhance Flight Safety and operational capabilities. The new avionics, to be supplied by Thales, will also provide CAT III and RNP capabilities. The -600 series ATR aircraft will be progressively introduced during the second half of 2010.
Other
An STC exists to convert all ATR 42 variants to all-cargo transport aircraft. +FedEx+., Aviavilsa, UPS, and DHL are major operators of the type.
The ATR 42 +Surveyor+. is a maritime patrol version of the -5007, and +VIP transport+. and in-flight inspection versions of the -500 also exist
Operators
Civil operators
The largest operators of the ATR-42 are FedEx Express, Airlinair, and Mexico City-based Aeromar respectively.
+Air Antilles Express+. (3)
+Air Botswana+. (3)
+Aero Caribbean+. (3)
+Air Contractors+. (15/8)
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+Aeromar+. (16)
+Aer Arann+. (15)
+Airlinair+. (17)
+Air Deccan+. (14)
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+Air Madagascar+. (2)
+Air Mauritius+. (2)
+Air Saint-Pierre+. (1)
+Air Tahiti+. (4)
+American Eagle+.
+Antrak Air+. (2)
+BH Airlines+. (2)
+Calm Air+. (2)
+Cape Air+. (2)
+Cimber Air+. (3)
+Contact Air+. (7)
+Croatia Airlines+. (3)
+Czech Airlines+. (8)
+Dutch Antilles Express+. (3)
+DOT LT+. (4)
+Empire Airlines +.(11)
+EuroLOT+. (6)
+FedEx Express+. (29)
+Finncomm Airlines+. (9)
+First Air+. (8)
+Fly540+. (3)
+FlySur+. (2)
+Flywise+. (4)
+Hemus Air+. (2)
+Israir Airlines+. (4)
+Macair Airlines+. (1)
+Mountain Air Cargo+. (12)
+Olympic Airlines+. (6)
+Pantanal Linhas Aereas+. (4)
+Precision Air+. (4)
+Pakistan International Airlines+. (7)
+Regional Air Lines+. (6)
+Sansa Airlines+. (1)
+Santa Barbara Airlines+. (5)
+TACV Cabo Verde Airlines+. (1)
+TAROM+. (7)
+Total Linhas Aereas+. (9)
+Trans Am Aero Express del Ecuador+. (1)
+Trans Maldivian Airways+. (2)
+TRIP Linhas Aereas+. (6)
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+Viaggio Air+. (2)
+West Wind Aviation+. (3)
+Zambia Airways+. (2)
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