Airbus A400M Atlas

10 Jun 2026 · © AviatorShots81

The Luftwaffe Airbus A400M Atlas with special 70th Anniversary tail art powers skyward in striking light. This advanced turboprop serves as Germany's state-of-the-art military airlifter.

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Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

Luftwaffe 70th Anniversary Special Tail

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Registration

Airline

Luftwaffe (German Air Force)

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

SONY ILCE-7M4 FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS

Achievements

Cargo King, Turboprop Tracker, Rare Bird, Livery Legend, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Gold

Score: 97.0

Superb clarity and crisp detail; the special tail art and motion-blurred props boost this to true showcase level.

Location

Rostock-Laage Airport

RLG/ETNL

53.9182, 12.2783

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Rostock-Laage Airport RLG

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

A400M is a modern European military airlifter, significant for filling airlift gaps in European forces; operates tactical and strategic airlift roles.

Fleet Rarity

Germany (Luftwaffe) operates one of the largest A400M fleets; globally, only ~110 delivered as of 2024.

Record Flights

Has supported a variety of long-range military logistics and humanitarian missions; no publicized record-breaking flights.

Safety & Events

Notable engine gearbox issues in early years. Used in major disaster relief, COVID-19 aid, and medevac missions.

Future Outlook

Still active; all operated airframes planned for continued service into 2040s.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6

Engine

42.4 m

Wingspan

45.1 m

Length

3,300 km at max payload; up to 8,700 km ferry

Range

780 km/h

Speed

Up to 116 troops, 37 tonnes cargo

Capacity

141,000 kg

MTOW

14.7 m

Height

8,200 kW (11,000 shp) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant; median 85–90 dB

Noise