ATR 72 is underpowered?

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Prior to commanding takeoff throttle setting, verify your Idle Gate is pushed in (small black T-handle to the rear of the throttles - not just the Gust Lock). Many people, including myself have missed this. The gust lock will allow control input and full throttle travel; however, if you dont push in the Idle Gate you’ll still be in ground idle and you wont make the end of the runway.

Note: it will automatically pop out upon landing. So, if you do a turnaround, you will need to push it in again prior to commanding takeoff power.

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