Airbus A400M Atlas

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Royal Air Force Airbus A400M Atlas ZM402 in flight, showcasing its distinctive eight-bladed propellers and military grey livery.

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Airbus A330-200 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT)

Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

Royal Air Force grey military livery

ZM402

Registration

Airline

RAF-HQSTC (Air Transport)

RRR

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Canon PowerShot SX530 HS 4.3-215.0 mm

Achievements

Cargo King, Turboprop Tracker, Rare Bird, Airbus Aficionado, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 70.0

Great capture of the A400M banking, but focus is a bit soft and flat light mutes color vibrance.

Insights

Aviation History

The A400M is a modern European military transport, bridging the gap between tactical airlifters like C-130 and strategic airlifters like C-17; it is the largest propeller-driven military aircraft produced in Western Europe since the 1950s.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 120 flying worldwide (as of 2024), operated by only 8 air forces.

Record Flights

Capable of long range tactical and humanitarian flights; record missions include airdrops, medevac, and support for NATO operations.

Safety & Events

Early program delays; one high-profile prototype crash in 2015 due to engine software issue.

Future Outlook

Active service and ongoing deliveries among select European and allied militaries.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6 (4x turboprop)

Engine

42.4 meters

Wingspan

45.1 meters

Length

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

Range

780 km/h

Speed

116 soldiers or 37,000 kg cargo

Capacity

141,000 kg

MTOW

14.7 meters

Height

11,000 shp (shaft horsepower) per engine

Thrust

Compliant with Chapter 4 ICAO Noise Standards

Noise