Airbus Proves More A400M Capabilities, and Eyes Exports
But the airlifter can’t refuel helicopters, and negotiations with the partner nations over another contract amendment are continuing.
A development A400M lands on a gravel surface  runway. The airlifter has also landed on grass, soil and snow, and more tests next year will prove it can land on sand and other soft surfaces. (Photo: Airbus D&S)
A development A400M lands on a gravel surface runway. The airlifter has also landed on grass, soil and snow, and more tests next year will prove it can land on sand and other soft surfaces. (Photo: Airbus D&S)