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ATR 42-600 cost of ownership

What does it cost to own and operate the ATR ATR 42-600? The calculator below estimates annual cost and fully-burdened cost per flight hour, pre-filled with assumptions typical for its class and fully editable to your operation.

Class
Regional
Engines
2 × Turboprop
Seats
50
Max range
900 nm

Your assumptions

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Cost per flight hour
$6,893
fully-burdened
Annual operating cost
$1,749,000
fixed + variable
Annual fixed cost
$545,000
Variable cost / hour
$3,010

Where the money goes (annual)

  • Other$1,387,293
  • Maintenance$520,000
  • Fuel$480,000
  • Crew$280,000
  • Insurance$90,000
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The complete ownership & ROI analysis

The figures above are indicative. The complete model — built on verified data and current market pricing for a specific aircraft, and extended to financing, charter economics, a five-year projection and full ROI, NPV and IRR analysis — is prepared for our members and partners.

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These figures are indicative — class-typical starting values for the ATR 42-600, not its price or a quotation. A precise, data-backed analysis with current market pricing is available through a HangarMart membership on the ATR 42-600 page, or prepared with our advisors.

About the ATR 42-600

The ATR ATR 42-600 is a regional airliner from the ATR 42 family that entered service in 2012 and is a current-generation design. Developed in France / Italy, it is built for short- and medium-haul regional routes.

On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 900 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 300 knots. It seats up to 50 passengers and is powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127M engines.

Its 900 nm range makes it well matched to short-haul hops and local operations. It is flown by a two-pilot crew and is approved for IFR flight. For buyers weighing the ATR 42-600, compare its specifications and operating profile against the closest alternatives below before requesting a quote.

ATR 42-600 cost of ownership: FAQs

How much does it cost to own a ATR 42-600?

Total cost of ownership for the ATR 42-600 depends mostly on how much you fly it. The largest drivers are crew, the engine/maintenance program, fuel, insurance and hangarage. Enter your own annual hours in the calculator above for an estimated annual cost and a fully-burdened cost per flight hour, then talk to our advisors for a precise model built on current market data.

What is the ATR 42-600's operating cost per flight hour?

Hourly cost is driven by fuel burn, engine and airframe maintenance programs, and reserves. As a regional with turboprop powerplant, the ATR 42-600 sits in that class's cost band — variable (hourly) costs rise with utilisation while fixed costs are spread across more hours. Use the calculator to see the cost per hour at your expected annual hours.

What are the biggest costs of owning a ATR 42-600?

Ownership costs split into fixed costs that you pay regardless of flying (crew salaries, insurance, hangar, management and scheduled maintenance reserves) and variable costs that scale with hours flown (fuel, engine-program charges and maintenance). For a regional like the ATR 42-600, crew and the engine program are typically among the largest line items.

Is it cheaper to charter or to own a ATR 42-600?

At low or variable annual utilisation, chartering or leasing is usually more economical because you avoid the fixed costs of ownership; above a breakeven level of annual hours, owning the ATR 42-600 tends to win. Model your hours in the calculator, then compare against our charter and leasing options to find your breakeven.

Are these ATR 42-600 cost figures exact?

No — the defaults are indicative, class-typical starting values, not the price of the ATR 42-600 or a quotation. They are there so the estimate is sensible for the aircraft's class; adjust every input to your operation. A precise, data-backed ownership model with current market pricing is available through our acquisition advisory team.

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Our advisory team can build a precise ownership model for the ATR 42-600and tell you, independently, whether it's the right aircraft for your mission.

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