The Airbus A400M Atlas has been in the news lately, as German-operated A400Ms recently refueled a V-22 Osprey belonging to the United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) and French-owned A400Ms conducted risky Arctic landings in Canada. The Atlas’ story is an interesting one—and one that could point the way to how greater collective European military cooperation is undertaken without the presence of the United States. The ability of this plane to deliver troops, cargo, and aid to the point of need, whether on a war-torn runway or a disaster-stricken coast, underscores its value.
Author: Trevor Filseth
Published at: 2025-03-29 12:00:00
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