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10 Apr 2026 · © J.PURCELL

Royal Air Force A400M Atlas ZM416

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Domi · 12 Apr 2026

Whoa! So cool!

Kiwi Aviation · 10 Apr 2026

Nice catch! ✈️

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Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

Royal Air Force grey military livery

Airline

Royal Air Force

Manufacturer

Gear

Nikon D3300 55-300mm

Achievements

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

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Location

Cornwall Airport Newquay

NQY/EGHQ

50.4406, -4.9954

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Cornwall Airport Newquay NQY

Insights

Aviation History

The A400M Atlas is a state-of-the-art military transport aircraft designed to fulfill both tactical and strategic roles, and is a critical capability for several NATO air forces.

Fleet Rarity

Relatively rare; under 120 produced as of 2024.

Record Flights

Has set records for heavy air-drop operations and tactical airlift missions within Europe and overseas deployments.

Safety & Events

A prototype crashed in 2015 due to software issues; otherwise, the type has a good operational safety record.

Future Outlook

Active service — cornerstone of European air forces\' medium/heavy lift capability.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6 turboprop

Engine

42.4 meters

Wingspan

45.1 meters

Length

3,300 kilometers (with max payload)

Range

780 kilometers per hour

Speed

116 troops or up to 37,000 kg of cargo

Capacity

141,000 kilograms

MTOW

14.7 meters

Height

Each engine: 8,250 kW (11,000 shp)

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