Aircraft appears to be in storage or repaint process (faded tail and striped fuselage). A rare widebody sighting, especially in this unfinished livery.

This A310 is highly recognizable due to its special blue tail, zero-g mission graphics, and the very unusual role it plays in scientific and astronaut training flights across Europe.

The aircraft is specially modified for its role with reinforced cabin and scientific equipment. It is a highlight at many airshows and scientific events in Europe.

This specific A310 is a world-leader for scientific and space agency zero gravity flights. It is operated by Novespace, on behalf of CNES and ESA.