Airbus A330-200 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT)

26 Apr 2026 · © AviatorShots81

RAF Voyager ZZ332 (Airbus A330 MRTT) on approach, an essential air refueling and strategic transport of the Royal Air Force.

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Aircraft

A330-200 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) A332 (Airbus A330-200 MRTT)

Royal Air Force Gray

ZZ332

Registration

Airline

RAF-HQSTC (Air Transport)

RRR

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

Sony A7M4 Sigma 70-200mm F2.8

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Location

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Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport · HAM/EDDH

53.6171, 9.9682

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Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport HAM

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Aviation History

The RAF Voyager (A330 MRTT) is the UK\'s principal air tanker and strategic airlift aircraft, providing air-to-air refueling and transport for personnel and cargo.

Fleet Rarity

The RAF operates 14 Voyager aircraft; over 60 A330 MRTTs exist worldwide, primarily in military service.

Record Flights

Frequently supports long-haul non-stop air refueling and transport missions for UK military and NATO operations.

Safety & Events

RAF Voyagers played a key role in the evacuation of Kabul (2021) and other military airlift operations. Known for reliability in critical missions.

Future Outlook

Expected to remain in RAF service well into the 2030s.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Trent 772B

Engine

60.3 meters

Wingspan

58.8 meters

Length

14,800 km (with maximum fuel)

Range

880 km/h

Speed

Up to 291 passengers, or 111 tonnes fuel

Capacity

233,000 kg

MTOW

17.4 meters

Height

71,100 lbf (316 kN) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4 compliant (typical 85-90 dB takeoff)

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