Originally Posted by
Fortissimo
As for whether it was a civil or military flight (question from atakacs), most nations treat the operation of aircraft designed for military purposes as being military in nature, regardless of the status of the crew, because the aircraft are not designed or built to the standards that would apply to a civilian aircraft. It would be for Spain to decide on publication of the investigation report for a military accident that happened on its turf, not Airbus.
My understanding is that the A-400 was always built as a dual use (military and civilian) aircraft, with all relevant EASA certifications.
Although this bird was (if memory serves) to be delivered to the Turkish air force it was still registered / operated by Airbus.
I guess (and hope) the families have been generously compensated and the lessons learned.