ISSUE DESCRIPTION
Description of the issue:
On the ATR 42/72 in MSFS 2024, after completing a flight and landing, when switching the aircraft into Hotel Mode, the MIN CAB LT and backlight (MIP/PED & OVHD) unexpectedly turn off after a few minutes. At the same time, the flashlight automatically turns on. The lights cannot be turned back on manually.
When connecting the GPU at this stage, nothing happens initially. Attempting to shut down the turbine in Hotel Mode by moving the condition lever to OFF does not work—the turbine keeps running unless the prop brake is released first. This is unusual, since the turbine should be able to shut down with the prop brake engaged. Once the prop brake is released, the turbine stops, GPU power takes over, and the cockpit lights return. However, after a few minutes they turn off again and cannot be re‑enabled, even with GPU power connected.
FREQUENCY OF ISSUE
How often does this occur for you?
Every time after a flight and landing when switching into Hotel Mode.
REPRODUCTION STEPS
Steps to reproduce the issue:
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Load the ATR 42/72 in MSFS 2024.
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Perform a flight and land.
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After landing, switch the aircraft into Hotel Mode.
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Observe that after a few minutes, MIN CAB LT and backlight (MIP/PED & OVHD) turn off and the flashlight activates automatically.
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Connect the GPU. Nothing happens initially.
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Attempt to shut down the turbine in Hotel Mode by setting the condition lever to OFF.
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Note that the turbine does not shut down unless the prop brake is released first, causing the propeller to spin.
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Once the turbine is stopped, GPU power takes over and cockpit lights return.
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After a few minutes, the lights turn off again and cannot be re‑enabled, even with GPU power connected.
YOUR SETTINGS
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Peripherals used: Standard keyboard and mouse. Xbox series controler
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Developer Mode: Not active.
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DX11/DX12: DX12.
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GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4060.
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Other relevant PC specs: AMD Ryzen 5700X, 32 GB RAM, Windows 10.