Airbus Defence and Space A400M Atlas

06 May 2026 · © EPAerospace

Imposing nose-on view of an Airbus A400M Atlas military airlifter, showing off its distinctive scimitar propellers at an airshow static display.

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Tbaiavgeek · 06 May 2026

Nice one!

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Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

Standard military grey / tactical scheme

Manufacturer

Airbus Defence and Space

Gear

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Location

Paris-Le Bourget International Airport

LBG/LFPB

48.9623, 2.4365

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Paris-Le Bourget International Airport LBG

Airport

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Aviation History

The Airbus A400M Atlas is a modern European military transport aircraft, providing strategic/tactical airlift and aerial refueling capability. It fills a gap between the C-130 Hercules and larger strategic airlifters like the C-17. Operated by several NATO and European nations.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 120 active airframes worldwide; rarer than most Western heavy transports.

Record Flights

Has set records for large/heavy airlifts in European tactical environments; can land on unpaved runways and short fields.

Safety & Events

Suffered one well-known accident during flight testing (2015) but generally has operated safely since entry into service.

Future Outlook

Still in active production and frontline service with increasing adoption among EU/NATO air forces.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6 turboprop (x4)

Engine

42.4 meters

Wingspan

45.1 meters

Length

3,300 km (with 30t payload); up to 8,700 km ferry range

Range

780 km/h

Speed

116 troops, or 37,000 kg cargo

Capacity

141,000 kg

MTOW

14.7 meters

Height

8,250 kW (11,000 shp) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; specific dB value varies by configuration

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