Airbus A400M Atlas

09 Aug 2026 · © AviatorShots81

Royal Air Force Airbus A400M Atlas climbing after takeoff, showcasing its advanced turboprop design and tactical airlift capabilities.

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Jordan Jones · 09 Aug 2026

Amazing shot!

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Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

Royal Air Force grey military livery

ZM420

Registration

Airline

RAF-HQSTC (Air Transport)

RRR

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-7M4 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports 023

Achievements

Cargo King, Turboprop Tracker, Rare Bird, Runway Royalty, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 93.0

Exceptional clarity and framing on the A400M; gorgeous prop blur and dynamic angle make this shot stand out!

Location

Engernweg RWY23 Take Off

Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport · HAM/EDDH

53.6258, 9.9736

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Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport HAM

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Airbus A400M is Europe\'s most advanced military airlifter, offering strategic and tactical airlift capabilities and aerial refueling.

Fleet Rarity

The A400M fleet is relatively rare, with under 120 worldwide as of early 2024.

Record Flights

Has performed challenging supply missions to remote and high-risk locations, is certified for unpaved and short runway operations.

Safety & Events

Some early A400M airframes had technical issues; involved in notable military and humanitarian relief missions globally.

Future Outlook

Active service; expected fleet longevity into 2040s in many air forces.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6

Engine

42.4 meters

Wingspan

45.1 meters

Length

3,300 km (max payload); up to 8,700 km (ferry range)

Range

780 km/h

Speed

Up to 116 fully equipped troops or 37 tonnes of cargo

Capacity

141,000 kg

MTOW

14.7 meters

Height

8200 kW (11,000 shp) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant

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