The A400M was specifically designed to meet European air force requirements. 5 major European companies joined forces within the 'Euroflag' group, pooling their experience and capabilities to produce an aircraft flxible enough to meet the needs of their respective air forces.
The programme was dogged by political and engine procurement issues as well as customer vacillation.
The RAF got what it specified; however, the Atlas isn't equipped to operate as a tanker.
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