In a rapidly changing world, there is no telling where the next military threat, peace-keeping need or urgent request for humanitarian aid may arise.

Air mobility is vital in achieving the objective of getting people, equipment and supplies to any trouble spot rapidly and efficiently.

Aircraft types currently fulfilling the military tactical transport role in the world’s air forces are becoming obsolete either because of old age or because of difficult supportability.

Unable to carry much of today’s heavy military equipment, they do not meet the needs of modern rapid reaction forces.

The A400M is a larger, more modern, more flexible aircraft specifically designed for today’s requirements and those of the future.

This aircraft can travel further and faster with a larger payload. It is a multi-role transport, which is more economical to operate, and which exploits the benefits of state-of-the-art technology.