Airbus A400M Atlas

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16 Jun 2026 · © Jack.aviation320

An Airbus a400m doing a flyby at the RAF Cosford Airshow on Sunday 14th June 2026

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Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

Royal Air Force Grey Military

ZM402

Registration

Airline

Royal Air Force

Manufacturer

Airbus

Gear

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 71.0

You caught a full A400M profile, but it's underexposed and details are lost in the shadows. Better lighting would lift this shot!

Insights

Aviation History

The A400M Atlas is a European military transport aircraft designed as a strategic and tactical lift platform, bridging the gap between tactical airlifters like the C-130 and larger strategic lifters.

Fleet Rarity

Only about 115 delivered worldwide (as of 2023); RAF operates one of the key fleets globally.

Record Flights

Used in a variety of missions including tactical airlift, medical evacuation, and refuelling; participated in several long endurance and deployment flights between Europe and overseas bases.

Safety & Events

The A400M fleet has experienced some notable incidents including a fatal crash during test flights in 2015; Royal Air Force A400Ms have featured in high-visibility humanitarian and evacuation operations.

Future Outlook

Active service with several European air forces, expected to continue for decades.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6 (turboprop, 4x)

Engine

42.4 meters

Wingspan

45.1 meters

Length

3,300 kilometers (max payload) / 8,700 kilometers (ferry)

Range

780 kilometers per hour

Speed

116 troops or up to 37,000 kilograms cargo

Capacity

141,000 kilograms

MTOW

14.7 meters

Height

Not applicable (propeller, 8,250 kW per engine)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 4, typically around 86-90 dB (takeoff, external measurement)

Noise