A400Ms

The Airbus A400M Atlas is a four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft designed and built by Airbus Military. It is intended for the troop and heavy equipment transportation role, as well as for medical evacuation and paratrooper dropping. The A400M made its maiden flight on December 11, 2009, and entered service with the French Air Force in August 2013. It is designed to replace older transport aircraft such as the Transall C-160 and the Lockheed C-130 Hercules.

The A400M is a high-wing, four-engine turboprop aircraft with a large cargo bay. It features a wingspan of 42.4 meters (139 feet) and a length of 45.1 meters (148 feet). The aircraft is powered by four Europrop International TP400-D6 turboprop engines, each producing over 11,000 shaft horsepower. This gives the A400M a maximum takeoff weight of 141,000 kilograms (310,850 pounds) and a payload capacity of up to 37,000 kilograms (81,570 pounds). It can carry a variety of payloads, including main battle tanks, helicopters, and up to 114 paratroopers.

The A400M's design incorporates a large cargo ramp at the rear of the fuselage, allowing for easy loading and unloading of vehicles and equipment. It is also capable of air-to-air refueling, making it a versatile asset for long-range missions. The cockpit is equipped with a glass cockpit and advanced avionics, providing pilots with enhanced situational awareness and operational capabilities. The aircraft has a range of approximately 4,400 nautical miles (8,150 kilometers) with a 20-ton payload. The A400M has been ordered by several European nations, including Germany, France, Spain, the United Kingdom, Turkey, and Belgium, as well as by Malaysia and South Africa.