Airbus Defence and Space A400M Atlas

26 Apr 2026 · © AviatorShots81

A Luftwaffe Airbus A400M Atlas in flight, showing off its eight-bladed scimitar propellers and military grey livery against a backdrop of clouds. (SNAP 2025)

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Aircraft

A400M Atlas A400

German Air Force (Luftwaffe) standard grey military livery

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Registration

Airline

Luftwaffe (German Air Force)

Manufacturer

Airbus Defence and Space

Gear

Sony A7M4 FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS

Achievements

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

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Location

Schleswig Air Base

WBG/ETNS · Runway 23

54.4593, 9.5163

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Aviation History

The A400M is a modern European military transport designed to replace older tactical and strategic airlifters; it is the first large Western military airlifter with advanced turboprop engines.

Fleet Rarity

Operated by fewer than 10 air forces worldwide; around 115 delivered as of 2024.

Record Flights

The A400M has completed various long-haul delivery flights and notable humanitarian/relief missions on behalf of European nations.

Safety & Events

Early in service, some A400M aircraft had gearbox and engine reliability concerns, but these have been largely addressed.

Future Outlook

Active production and in-service; expected to serve for decades.

Specifications

Europrop International TP400-D6

Engine

42.4 meters

Wingspan

45.1 meters

Length

3,300 km (max payload) - up to 8,700 km (ferry)

Range

780 km/h

Speed

up to 116 troops or 37 tonnes cargo

Capacity

141,000 kg

MTOW

14.7 meters

Height

Each engine rated at 8,250 kW (11,000 shp)

Thrust

Complies with ICAO Chapter 4 (specific dB varies with configuration)

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