Airbus A330 MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport)

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Royal Australian Air Force Airbus A330 MRTT (KC-30A) on approach, showing distinctive military equipment.

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Airbus A330 MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport)

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Aircraft

A330 MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport) KC30

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) grey military livery

Airline

Royal Australian Air Force

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

FUJIFILM X-S10 XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II

Achievements

Rare Bird, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Airbus Aficionado, Military Maverick, Widebody Wizard

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 83.0

Great side profile and crisp focus; slightly flat light but strong RAAF tanker presence against the blue sky.

Location

Shep’s Mound

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport · SYD/YSSY

-33.9461, 151.1770

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Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport SYD

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Aviation History

The A330 MRTT is a widely used, modern aerial refueling and transport aircraft based on the Airbus A330 airframe, operated by air forces worldwide and a key strategic tanker in several fleets.

Fleet Rarity

Less than 80 A330 MRTTs delivered globally as of 2024; Royal Australian Air Force operates 7.

Record Flights

Used for long intercontinental tanker and transport flights, including missions between Australia, Asia, and the Middle East.

Safety & Events

No major high-profile incidents; operates as a strategic tanker and transport for the RAAF and coalition forces.

Future Outlook

Active service in the RAAF and projected to serve for several more decades.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 700

Engine

60.3 meters

Wingspan

58.8 meters

Length

14,800 km (ferry range)

Range

880 km/h

Speed

Up to 380 passengers or 111,000 kg fuel (tanker configuration)

Capacity

233,000 kg

MTOW

17.4 meters

Height

316 kN (71,620 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (civilian spec); specific decibels classified

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