Canada almost bought them, we need transport aircraft for Afghanistan and looked at the A400M Atlas, but it was a couple of years behind schedule and gained weight as it went cutting back on the carego capacity, so the RCAF bought the C-17 instead. That's how we got the CC-117 GlobeMaster III. Canada didn't invest any money in the A400M, so we didn't lose anything. The French Air Force has them too, but made an arrangement to use our CC-117 to airlift supplies to the mission in Mali.
These guys are regulars at Prestwick on training sorties from RAF Brize Norton, what an awesome machine never tire of watching them do their thing. Cracking footage as always
My first three plane rides were in a C-130. The first one was from MCB Camp Pendleton to MCB 29 Palms. It was a short ride but I loved it. The entire time I was glued to the porthole because it was a big thrill for this 19 YO Marine. My 2nd plane ride was in a 130 again from Okinawa to Wake Island to MCAS in Oahu, with the final leg to El Toro. Finally, I rode from Chu Lai in 'Nam to MCB in Japan (I can't remember the name). From there I rode in a C-141 to El Toro. Since I was going on emergency leave all seats were booked. I straddled my sea bag the 15 hours it took to get home.
I watched this from a hilltop at RIAT a few years back and it did this insane dive straight toward us ,I actually feared for my life as it came at us, then in an instant it pulled out the dive like a child twisting a toy plane .Good god this A400M is amazing .I see it most days now heading out of Brize Norton and you just can't mistake the noise it makes . .
What a wonderful treat! I was amazed at how fast the ol girl got off the ground. She isn't of the dainty variety ;but she rolled and took off like no body's business!
Very cool and very nice indeed. Its not everyday we get to see such a beautiful military aircraft. Indeed an ultra rare treat from Mr ET. Great job Mr ET. Loving it so much.
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today. I don’t know how, but apparently millions were spent so that the An-70 would not go into production, and instead of it the unfinished A-400 came out ...
Great video, only just come across it, beautifully filmed. I watched it with a bit of pride as I was on the A400M wing design team in the UK in the early 2000s. The 'Down Between Engines' prop rotation still fascinates me.
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
Beautiful plane, great video. Loved the timing of the props with the video to see how all four engines turn opposite one-another. All flight is amazing. No wonder people always ask. "How does something so big just do that????" Reminded me of our C-130 and 131. RAF Thanks.
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today. I don’t know how, but apparently millions were spent so that the An-70 would not go into production, and instead of it the unfinished A-400 came out ...
Wow - just wow !!!! Thank you so much for sharing this exceptional video - what a flipping treat. And you got a wave from the flight deck ; - ) From start to finish you nailed it - we expect you felt as elated as we do by this unique experience - well done. Love from London x P.S. my father was an RNZAF pilot so I love a good warbird aircraft or several.
@@samcourt-barnes1583 Shame, the A400M is so bulky thick but also round and cute that Grizzly would fit perfectly. And in Germany animal names have tradition but sadly this time NATO names overruled Grizzly somehow!? 😢
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
I see the aircraft literally every week about 2-3 times. Seen it doint the flights test, manouvers, training etc... Fortunate enough to work in the same airport! ;)
i was leaning towards seeing New Zealand getting the C-17 to replace the old old Hercules but these new Airbus A400m seem to be better suited for New Zealand and Pacific islands. Just putting it out there. Funny how one still has to give the windows a wipe down the old fashioned way lol. Nice vid looked real sharp. like it. cheers.
These A400 can land on any dirt strip runaway as there is no danger of anything being sucked into the engine unlike conventional jet engines transporters.
@@thomasschafer7268 Yeah but what you do once with a C17 what you can do on a daily basis with the A400M, the C17 turbines go to a month long maintenance cycle. And it really takes a month to do 4 engines of a C17. 😬
I got to tour a Luftwaffe A400M on a torrid July day in the summer of '19. Imagine my surprise when I walked into a blast of air conditioned air when I walked up the ramp!
Thank you for an absolutely top-class video. And props (ha!) to Airbus for making a C130 on steroids: The 400 just oozes "Piss off, I'm coming through". (I think it's the eagle-like wing placement. Even Globemasters don't look like they are about to punch you)
the guy cleaning the cockpit windows goes from the bottom up in stead of top down and when he cleaned the front windscreen he went out in versus in out
Luckily here in the UK we've seen a fair few now, but it's fantastic to see one put on a display at an airshow - oh, we don't have them anymore. Nice catch.
Loved the video and the chance to see a RAF A400M prep and takeoff. The knob trying to squeegee the windows is hilarious (hope he isn't a pilot). Thank for sharing
Even with the shutter stroboscopic effect on the blades, it looks like each side has counter rotating propellers. Is that how they are on the A400M Atlas? Amazing takeoff, how quickly it gets up to speed. Great camera work and clear lens to boot!
yes, you get L/H and R/H gearboxes! Italian, Fiat item, made of cheese! A cog likes to eat itself inside and mullers the whole front end. The props are french made, kevlar and foam filled sock design, one ding and its a blade change, then......well,...........bush wear, corrosion on hubs, bolts not in stock bla bla bla. the whole project is a 'Lets train Spain' thing, its bollox believe me!! no less credit to the film maker by the way, great shots and she does look great, shes just a bit of a wet snowflakes at the moment, things will change but the costs are just nuts!!
Con tutto quell'apparato di eliche hanno potuto diminuire le superfici secondarie delle ali. Si e' alzato in volo velocemente come un uccello nonostante il grande peso. Bel video!!
Absolutely beautiful vid!! I love the propulsion system of the A400. Those huge propeller sets, the way that they rotate against each other, instead of all in one direction and those huge engines! Great stuff, @eye trapper!!
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
Thank you. Sony RX10 IV is excellent. Best quality aviation vids online at the moment. With 5G, you might be able to stream in this resolution soon.....
A400 how cool to watch it so closer ...loving it❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️..Omg how hard these technicians work to make a flight ready.Hats off Is Westjet's Calgary to London Gatwick is operational.I tried to track them in Flightradar 24 Great video @ eyetrapper
Canada almost bought them, we need transport aircraft for Afghanistan and looked at the A400M Atlas, but it was a couple of years behind schedule and gained weight as it went cutting back on the carego capacity, so the RCAF bought the C-17 instead. That's how we got the CC-117 GlobeMaster III. Canada didn't invest any money in the A400M, so we didn't lose anything. The French Air Force has them too, but made an arrangement to use our CC-117 to airlift supplies to the mission in Mali.
These guys are regulars at Prestwick on training sorties from RAF Brize Norton, what an awesome machine never tire of watching them do their thing. Cracking footage as always
That's some impressive acceleration up to rotation - those props grab the air like no turbofan ever could.
Indeed!
Just wonderful quality filming and loving that 4K. There was something utterly domestic about the prepping. Great video!!!
Many thanks!
My first three plane rides were in a C-130. The first one was from MCB Camp Pendleton to MCB 29 Palms. It was a short ride but I loved it. The entire time I was glued to the porthole because it was a big thrill for this 19 YO Marine. My 2nd plane ride was in a 130 again from Okinawa to Wake Island to MCAS in Oahu, with the final leg to El Toro. Finally, I rode from Chu Lai in 'Nam to MCB in Japan (I can't remember the name). From there I rode in a C-141 to El Toro. Since I was going on emergency leave all seats were booked. I straddled my sea bag the 15 hours it took to get home.
Beautifully "in frame" photography, plus clear quality in sight and sound. Thanks!!
Glad you liked it!
I watched this from a hilltop at RIAT a few years back and it did this insane dive straight toward us ,I actually feared for my life as it came at us, then in an instant it pulled out the dive like a child twisting a toy plane .Good god this A400M is amazing .I see it most days now heading out of Brize Norton and you just can't mistake the noise it makes . .
Together สร้างสิ่งดีๆในวันพรุ่งนี้ ให้เกิดรอยยิ้มจากความสุขจริงๆ และความปลอดภัย.ครับ ขอบคุณครับที่ยังอยู่ด้วยกันครับ
Muy bonito avion
I know this may look the same as many cargo craft ,But something about those prop blades really does it for me. What a craft.
Agreed
What a wonderful treat! I was amazed at how fast the ol girl got off the ground. She isn't of the dainty variety ;but she rolled and took off like no body's business!
Very cool and very nice indeed. Its not everyday we get to see such a beautiful military aircraft. Indeed an ultra rare treat from Mr ET. Great job Mr ET. Loving it so much.
Indeed! Very rare!
Incredible ... it is surprising how wonderful it is to see the take off of this work of art turned into an airplane ...
Many thanks! Glad you enjoyed
Quality and presentation can make or break a channel. This is astonishing
😁🤙 Great to hear
Great Capture Mate, I Really Loved It ! That Noise From The A400M Is Stunning.
Thanks man! Indeed
@@eyetrapper Hi Five Mate !
Very nice detailed recordings of the pre-flight inspection and a powerful take off. Great video waiting was worth it.
Glad you enjoyed
@@eyetrapper bgz6tzt
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
I don’t know how, but apparently millions were spent so that the An-70 would not go into production, and instead of it the unfinished A-400 came out ...
Great video, only just come across it, beautifully filmed. I watched it with a bit of pride as I was on the A400M wing design team in the UK in the early 2000s. The 'Down Between Engines' prop rotation still fascinates me.
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed. That is fantastic man. She is a beauty.
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
GORGEOUS!! LOVED THE PREP AND TAKEOFF. THE PROPELLERS AND ENGINE INTAKES ARE COOL TOO! GOOD JOB RAF AND GREAT FOOTAGE. THANKS!
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
Beautiful composition of every shot. And to get that cinematic quality from a Sony RX10? Epic!
Many thanks!
This plane reminds me of my favorite, the Antonov An-22 (the prop that came from heaven). Great catch
Loved being able to both hear & see this amazing aircraft! Quite the sight indeed! Thank you for posting this. Enjoyed it thoroughly!!! 👍😁
Glad you enjoyed
Great to saw counter props that fuel efficient,light weight compare to normal engines,low cost and easy to maintain
American here... That's one hell of an airplane. Wish we had a few. Just because.
what a fantastic view, doesn't get much closer than this. really enjoyed watching the whole process!
Thanks bro! I'm so glad!
When using one of those on the windows, always start at the top and work down....Very nice work and a great pick-up ET
Awesome work catching the departure in frame
Beautiful plane, great video. Loved the timing of the props with the video to see how all four engines turn opposite one-another. All flight is amazing. No wonder people always ask. "How does something so big just do that????" Reminded me of our C-130 and 131. RAF Thanks.
Thank you! Indeed, she is a masterpiece. Cheers
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
I don’t know how, but apparently millions were spent so that the An-70 would not go into production, and instead of it the unfinished A-400 came out ...
@@neprostoi_8_5_i'm getting deja vu
What a beast, I would love to see that thing being midair refueled. Love the local YVR content! :)
Agreed! 😁
What a filmography! What a great effort. Much appreciated.
Glad you enjoyed!
This may be the best aviation video I’ve ever watched amazing job I love how close up you got as well!
Thanks! I appreciate it
Anytime!
Wow - just wow !!!! Thank you so much for sharing this exceptional video - what a flipping treat. And you got a wave from the flight deck ; - ) From start to finish you nailed it - we expect you felt as elated as we do by this unique experience - well done. Love from London x P.S. my father was an RNZAF pilot so I love a good warbird aircraft or several.
Glad you enjoyed!
I love this plane! The shape, the propellers, its tactical abilities. So gorgeous! But would have loved the name Grizzly more than Atlas!
The raf did use grizzly as a callsign alot for this aircraft a few months ago now it operates as ASCOT most of the time
@@samcourt-barnes1583 Shame, the A400M is so bulky thick but also round and cute that Grizzly would fit perfectly. And in Germany animal names have tradition but sadly this time NATO names overruled Grizzly somehow!? 😢
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
I see the aircraft literally every week about 2-3 times. Seen it doint the flights test, manouvers, training etc... Fortunate enough to work in the same airport! ;)
Lucky to see the aircraft so often.
@@eyetrapper it's really nice... Except for the three engine failure in the beginning, that's was f***up
i live next to mach loop and they always used to come past and it never got old
Fantastic!
5:35 that wheel is pressing way down on that chok. Caught itself on it. No wonder he couldn't move it.
I like the way the blades look like they're turning backwards during low blade angle taxi.
Many many thanks to our Military!! 100% respect from my family!! Great video!!
Glad you enjoyed!
We currently have a New A400- ZM420, Bringing our total now to 20, Great planes along with a larger Airlift capacity between a C130 and the C17,
i was leaning towards seeing New Zealand getting the C-17 to replace the old old Hercules but these new Airbus A400m seem to be better suited for New Zealand and Pacific islands. Just putting it out there. Funny how one still has to give the windows a wipe down the old fashioned way lol. Nice vid looked real sharp. like it. cheers.
These A400 can land on any dirt strip runaway as there is no danger of anything being sucked into the engine unlike conventional jet engines transporters.
Shure. But the C17 is an other level
@@thomasschafer7268 Yeah but what you do once with a C17 what you can do on a daily basis with the A400M, the C17 turbines go to a month long maintenance cycle. And it really takes a month to do 4 engines of a C17. 😬
Awesome video man! I loved watching the preflight, those chocks were sure doing their job! I want to catch an A400M so bad!
Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed
Hi ET, another beauty. 8:46 nice of him to wave!
Indeed!
That was awesome. I have read about the Airbus A400M, and seen photos, but this was this first time I have seen prep and departure. Good one!
Glas you enjoyed!
I got to tour a Luftwaffe A400M on a torrid July day in the summer of '19. Imagine my surprise when I walked into a blast of air conditioned air when I walked up the ramp!
Thank you for an absolutely top-class video. And props (ha!) to Airbus for making a C130 on steroids: The 400 just oozes "Piss off, I'm coming through".
(I think it's the eagle-like wing placement. Even Globemasters don't look like they are about to punch you)
Glad you enjoyed! Agreed. Beautiful aircraft.
Great video! The 4K is awesome!
Glad you enjoyed!
quite majestic that bird..
Indeed
Impressive airplane, great catch. Loved it.
Thanks!
A400M! Now we're talking! Can't wait man! Awesome military aircraft these birds are.
Indeed they are
Really nice job! This plane is a beast! Loved the props!!!
Thanks man! Indeed
Pure grace from a big hulking airplane..
awesome find Eye Trapper, this image alone gets the blood pumping :)
😁✌
the guy cleaning the cockpit windows goes from the bottom up in stead of top down and when he cleaned the front windscreen he went out in versus in out
Lol
Thanx for dropping by Dave.....he obviously never got the chance, like you to work at a gas station.
My grandfather was in WW1 in the Royal Flying Corps this is cool to see
not RAF?
.. very cool, and - exactly right shutter speed to see the blades in this way; thx 4 that!
What a instant acceleration!
Luckily here in the UK we've seen a fair few now, but it's fantastic to see one put on a display at an airshow - oh, we don't have them anymore. Nice catch.
Thanks! Lucky you got them there!
Loved the video and the chance to see a RAF A400M prep and takeoff. The knob trying to squeegee the windows is hilarious (hope he isn't a pilot). Thank for sharing
Gorgeous aircraft. Sucker looks brand new
Agreed
Very nice video very professional
Thank you!
A400M???? Now thats what i call Militairy at its Finest
Cantw Wait ET!!
Indeed!
Fabulous video. The A400M is such an outstanding airplane! So efficient! 44,000 shp on four sick props!
Thank you! She is a magnificent bird.
What a unbelievable capture! Absolutely stunning videography! Big like!
Many thanks! ✌
Another beautiful video!
Thank you!
Terrific footage of an incredibly capable aircraft!
Thank you
beautiful airplane, kinda like a C-17 and a C-130 had a baby. pop was on C-141s in the AF.
Amazing as always
Many thanks
stunning photography
Thank you
Even with the shutter stroboscopic effect on the blades, it looks like each side has counter rotating propellers. Is that how they are on the A400M Atlas? Amazing takeoff, how quickly it gets up to speed. Great camera work and clear lens to boot!
Many thanks! Correct, they do!
yes, you get L/H and R/H gearboxes! Italian, Fiat item, made of cheese! A cog likes to eat itself inside and mullers the whole front end. The props are french made, kevlar and foam filled sock design, one ding and its a blade change, then......well,...........bush wear, corrosion on hubs, bolts not in stock bla bla bla. the whole project is a 'Lets train Spain' thing, its bollox believe me!! no less credit to the film maker by the way, great shots and she does look great, shes just a bit of a wet snowflakes at the moment, things will change but the costs are just nuts!!
'Traction' gives thrust similar to that of a Fan. I had centre seat once, stunning!
Con tutto quell'apparato di eliche hanno potuto diminuire le superfici secondarie delle ali. Si e' alzato in volo velocemente come un uccello nonostante il grande peso. Bel video!!
Thanks! Indeed, beautiful.
Really epic video mate! Liked!
Thanks man
Solid man! Nice catch, love these birds!
Thanks bro ✌
Absolutely beautiful vid!! I love the propulsion system of the A400. Those huge propeller sets, the way that they rotate against each other, instead of all in one direction and those huge engines! Great stuff, @eye trapper!!
Thank! Indeed 👌
With almost the same characteristics, the An-70 takes 10 tons more than the A-400 - 47 tons instead of 37 tons for the A-400, and all thanks to the latest coaxial screws of the D-27 propfan engine even today.
Been waiting for this one 😁thanks again for the great images..incredible aircraft ❤️👍the boys need a sledge for the wheel blocks😬
Glad you enjoyed! Indeed lol
That is one gorgeous flying machine.
Indeed
Stunning video mate, such a great quality as always! I was in Brussels some days ago expecting to catch one of this, but i did not :(
Thanks pal! Glad you enjoyed this one! Aww man, that would've been an awesome catch.
@@eyetrapper Will wait for he next opportunity :)
Nice video keep it up I love your video is good quality keep it up and don't give up! Also it was nice to see a military plane it look very nice!
Thanks again!
@@eyetrapper Your welcome
what a beautiful machine!
Indeed she is
7:25 interesting effect where the props look like they're hardly turning
And backwards too
CANT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is my favorite plane because I like the design
Same here
It's really wonderful air plan
Fantastic video!
Thank you
This is gonna be plane awesome, can’t wait!! 😍👍
😁✌
eye trapper 👍
Woow very good #EYETRAPPER !!🤩✈️👌🏻🤩 .
Thanks!
Thank you. Sony RX10 IV is excellent. Best quality aviation vids online at the moment. With 5G, you might be able to stream in this resolution soon.....
Indeed it is. Maybe 👀
Nothing beats 4 fans.
so one fly in to aberdeen airport about 3 mths ago what a machine
Amazing machine. First time i've seen it!
Indeed, second time for me!
Wow-what a beast
As always it will be a great video for sure. Greetings from Germany.
Greetings
Beautiful aircraft.
Happy Second Million Video!!!
Thank you!!
Entwicklungsprobleme. Lieferschwierigkeiten und preisexplosion. Ja ein super Flugzeug.
A400 how cool to watch it so closer ...loving it❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️..Omg how hard these technicians work to make a flight ready.Hats off
Is Westjet's Calgary to London Gatwick is operational.I tried to track them in Flightradar 24
Great video @ eyetrapper
Glad you enjoyed! I think it is. Cheers
wasnt sure if airbus would pull it off with the early problems....but glad they resolved them
Wow very cool!!! Awesome video
JUST AWESOME !
😁👍
@@eyetrapper thinking 8
Fantastic!! Loved this video, like we were there.
Thanks! 😁
stunning catch man!
Thanks!
SWEET!! I saw it leaving YVR on FR24 and was hoping you got it 😎
Thanks man! Yeah, I was definitely fortunate too.
GraetCatches of the RAF A400M ET love the fact that a Sony RX10 IV can catch it realisticly!
Thanks! Indeed.