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21 September 2010

A400M Grizzly:

Strategic Delivery to the Point of NeedNeil SmithDirector, A400M Program

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Tuesday, September 21, 2010

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Modern Design for Strategic/Tactical Flexibility

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Multi-role

Transport

• Large cargo hold

• Outsize loads up to 40 STs

Tanker

• 2 AR wing pods

• Center-line Refueling Unit• Additional cargo bay fuel tanks







High Cruise Speed

• Four 11,000 shp Turboprop Engines

• Speed Range: 100 – 300kts IAS

• Hi-Level Cruise Speed Mach 0.72

• Ops Ceiling 40,000 ft; cruisealt 37,000 ft

Multi-role

Transport



Tanker

• 2 AR wing pods








High Cruise Speed





Autonomous Deployment

• Long range with internal fuel

• In-flight refueling capability(probe or UARRSI)

Multi-role

Transport



Tanker

• 2 AR wing pods








High Cruise Speed





Autonomous Deployment

• Long range with internal fuel

• In-flight refueling capability(probe or UARRSI)

Multi-role

Transport



Tanker

• 2 AR wing pods


Tactical Capability

• Low-level flight

• Airdrop of paratroops / loads

• Short, soft airfield capability

• Autonomous ground ops

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Airlift Assets

Short

Unprepared Airfield

Long Hard

Surface Airfield

Light, small loads(pax/pallets)

Tactical Distance

Heavy, large, out/oversize loads(BCT, Division)

Strategic Distance





Airlift Assets

Short

Unprepared Airfield

Long Hard

Surface Airfield


Tactical Distance


Strategic Distance

CBR 6





Airlift Assets

Short

Unprepared Airfield

Long Hard

Surface Airfield


Tactical Distance


Strategic Distance

30 ST Stryker

Strategic Range

CBR 6





Airlift Assets

Short

Unprepared Airfield

Long Hard

Surface Airfield

Tactical

Airlifters


Tactical Distance


Strategic Distance

30 ST Stryker

Strategic Range

CBR 6





Airlift Assets

Short

Unprepared Airfield

Long Hard

Surface Airfield

Tactical

Airlifters


Tactical Distance


Strategic Distance

30 ST Stryker

Strategic Range

CBR 6

Strategic Airlifters

CBR 13





Airlift Assets with A400M

Short

Unprepared Airfield

Long Hard

Surface Airfield

Tactical

Airlifters


Tactical Distance


Strategic Distance

30 ST Stryker

Strategic Range

CBR 6

Strategic Airlifters

CBR 13 A400M





A400M Leading Technology in Power-Plant






• 11 000 shp output resulting in:

-- high-level cruise speeds of between 0.68 and 0.72 Mach;

-- low-level airspeeds of up to 300

knots for tactical operations

TP400: All new 3-shaft Turboprop Engine with 8-Bladed Propeller






• Sophisticated FADEC optimisingpower-plant efficiency and greatly

reducing pilot workload











• Sophisticated FADEC optimisingpower-plant efficiency and greatly

reducing pilot workload






…providing the A400M with unmatched performance





A400M Leading Technology in Aerodynamics


A400M L di T h l i A d i





Engine Rotation “Down Between Engines” – A First!

• Symmetrical airflow over the wings resulting in better lift

distribution and thus more efficient wing design,








• Improved handling qualities for “engine out” case resulting in

smaller tail-plane with associated savings in weight and drag.










• Improved handling qualities for “engine out” case resulting in

smaller tail-plane with associated savings in weight and drag.



…giving the A400M highly efficient aerodynamic performance


A400M L di T h l i St t & M t i l




A400M Leading Technology in Structures & Materials







The Airbus’ 1st complete wing of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic(CFRP)

• 1st large military aircraft withextensive use of composite (>30%) for Wings (inc main spars),cargo door and tail-plane.








• With CFRP:

•Less structural fatigue - thusmaximizing structural life

•Less risk of corrosion onmajor components.









• With CFRP:

•Less structural fatigue - thusmaximizing structural life

•Less risk of corrosion onmajor components.

…making the A400M stronger, lighter, and longer-lasting



A400M Cockpit Design Start Point: A380 Cockpit

A400M Leading Technology in Cockpit Design




A400M Cockpit Design Start Point: A380 Cockpit A400M Leading Technology in Cockpit Design







A400M Cockpit Design Start Point: A380 Cockpit A400M Leading Technology in Cockpit Design

Evolved from A380 by Military Pilots for Operational Missions








Video Cameras

Digital Map

Military IFF

EMCON switching

NBC Compatibility

SATCOM

Simplified switching,uncluttered screens










NVG compatibility

MIDS/Link 16

Enhanced VisionSystem / FLIR

Head Up Displays

Third Crew Position

Military Radar

Military GPS

Video Cameras

Digital Map

Military IFF

EMCON switching

NBC Compatibility

SATCOM











Automated fuel control Auto Fuel Tank Inerting Automated CG Calculation

Automated Defensive AidsTAWS / T-TADTGCAS /Crypto and secure comms

NVG compatibility

MIDS/Link 16


Head Up Displays

Third Crew Position

Military Radar

Military GPS

Video Cameras

Digital Map

Military IFF

EMCON switching

NBC Compatibility

SATCOM











Automated fuel control Auto Fuel Tank Inerting Automated CG Calculation

Automated Defensive AidsTAWS / T-TADTGCAS /Crypto and secure comms

NVG compatibility

MIDS/Link 16


Head Up Displays

Third Crew Position

Military Radar

Military GPS

Video Cameras

Digital Map

Military IFF

EMCON switching

NBC Compatibility

SATCOM




…making the A400M the most advanced airlifter cockpit


A400M Leading Technology in Avionic Architecture





Civil Data Network Integrated with Military Data Buses

• Based on proven and certified “Duplex AFDX” A380 technology.






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• Combined with off-the-shelf military MIL STD 1553B Buses.







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• Enabling “customization” of avionics systems without the need for time-consuming andexpensive re-integration with other avionics suites.







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• Enabling “customization” of avionics systems without the need for time-consuming andexpensive re-integration with other avionics suites.

…giving the A400M a reliable and adaptable avionics system





A400M Leading Technology in Control Systems




• Two independent FBW controlsystems give excellent handlingqualities - such as “direct liftcontrol” for easier Air-to-Air refueling maneuvers.

Fly-by-Wire (FBW) optimized for Military Operating Environment







• Expanded flight envelopeprotection – such as safemaneuverings up to 120° in roll,with no limit in pitch, and with roll

rates up to 35° per second.








• Expanded flight envelopeprotection – such as safemaneuverings up to 120° in roll,with no limit in pitch, and with roll

rates up to 35° per second.


…giving the A400M superb “care-free” handling qualities.


A400M Leading Technology in Autonomous CargoHandling Systems




Handling Systems






Handling Systems

Optimized for Austere Operations






Handling Systems

• Tandem multi-wheel MLG with three independent lever type struts

provides• Excellent response in rugged terrain

• Reduces ground footprint pressure, enabling the use of softer landing surfaces.







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• Landing gear kneel and roll:

• 4° ramp crest for easy loading of long

vehicles without shoring

• Differential kneeling for lateral balancing of cargo floor in uneven terrain

• Raises / lowers cargo floor height to matchheight of trucks and, with assistance of 3hydraulic toes, transfers cargo without

material handling equipment






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• Superlative Ground Handling:

• 2° reverse up a slope

• Tight turn radius












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• Superlative Ground Handling:

• 2° reverse up a slope

• Tight turn radius

… Autonomous capability enables operations from remote austere locales








A400M Leading Technology in Noise Reduction




Advanced Noise Reduction Systems in Cockpit and Cargo-Hold

microphones

TVA

• Centralized digital active noise cancellation system:

- -- 150 Tuned Vibration Absorbers (TVA)

- -- Controlled by 300 microphones in the cargo bay walls:







microphones

TVA

• Combined with most efficient Acoustic Linings










microphones

TVA

• Combined with most efficient Acoustic Linings




…giving the A400M unprecedented quietness for a large military airlifter


A400M Overall Size Comparison




C-130J (Stretched)

168.6 ft

173.9 ft

C-17 A400M

148 ft

48 ft

139 ft

55 ft

132.5 ft

113 ft

38.4 ft

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A400M Overall Size Comparison




C-130J (Stretched)

168.6 ft

173.9 ft

C-17 A400M

148 ft

48 ft

139 ft

55 ft

132.5 ft

113 ft

38.4 ft

Comparable wing span

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The Only Non-Developmental Payload Solution

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Cougar 4x4 vs Humvee

A400M

C-130J-30

58.1 17.7

55 10 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle

Cat I - urban operations; Typical max gross weight(TMBW) = 38,000 lbs

Cat II - convoy lead, troop transport, ambulance,explosive ordnance disposal, combat engineering;

TMBW = 52,000 lbsCat III - route clearance, mine disposal;TMBW = 80,000 lbs

1 0

1 3

STRYKER with Slat Armor

C-130J 40 101 0

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The Only Non-Developmental Payload Solution























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Cougar 4x4 vs Humvee

A400M

C-130J-30

C-130J

58.1 17.7

55 10 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle

Cat I - urban operations; Typical max gross weight(TMBW) = 38,000 lbs

Cat II - convoy lead, troop transport, ambulance,explosive ordnance disposal, combat engineering;

TMBW = 52,000 lbsCat III - route clearance, mine disposal;TMBW = 80,000 lbs

1 3

40 101 0

1 0

C-130J

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Cargo Hold Flexibility and Load Resistance






















9 pallets (88”X108”) + 54 troops






9 pallets (88”X108”) + 54 troops 66 litters + 25 medical personnel

125 litters + 7 medical personnel






116 seats for paratroops








116 seats for paratroops



Foldabletroop seats

Roller-restraintsystem rotated toprovide flat floor

Roller-restraintsystem for standardmilitary pallets

Retractabletie-down rings

• Single pallet max 10,031 lbs (2,016 lbs per linear ft) throughout cargo area

• Heavy vehicle transportation in the 21.6 ft long main zone located below the center wing box

•Weight on each axle < 16,535 lbs, 4 ft 3 in between axles; < 22,046 lbs, 4 ft 11 in between axles

•Tracked vehicles: 4,032 lbs/linear ft max in main zone; 2,016 lbs/linear ft in the remaining cargo bay

• Reinforced main zone at 6,250 lbs/linear ft capacity with reinforced ramp and toes


Payload / Range ComparisonPayload (K lbs)




Range (nm)

0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000

176

132

88

44

0

6000

A400M

C-130J-30

7000

C-130J

154

110

66

22

81.4

Max Range4700 nm

2750 nm w/Stryker w/Slat Armor 30 St

Payload

C-17A Extended Range

1780 nm w/ MaxPayload

Ramstein

to Bagdad

Ramstein

to Kandahar

A400M combines strategic payload/range and tactical soft/short field landing

capabilities to deliver medium weight armor from Ramstein directly to the Point of

Need in Iraq and/or Afghanistan


A400M Cruise Speed & Altitude Comparison




0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80

Cruise Speed (Mach)

0

10000

20000

30000

40000

A l t i t u d e ( f t )






0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80

Cruise Speed (Mach)

0

0.56 – 0.59

0.74 – 0.77

10000

20000

30000

40000







0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80

Cruise Speed (Mach)

0

0.68 – 0.72

0.56 – 0.59

0.74 – 0.77

10000

20000

30000

40000







0.45 0.50 0.55 0.60 0.65 0.70 0.75 0.80

Cruise Speed (Mach)

0

0.68 – 0.72

0.56 – 0.59

0.74 – 0.77

10000

20000

30000

40000



A400M Soft Field Performance




Example Mission: Series of 60,000 lb payloads

2600 ft soft (CBR 6) strip

Take-off with fuel for 1350 nm return to base

A400M Capability: 40 round trip missions before strip becomes unusable

3 Missions on a CBR 4 strip

Reserves: MIL-C-5011B rules

27645758387513101610CBR 8

4981104156233286CBR 6

079142025CBR 4

262,345253,500242,508231,485220,462213,848

Aircraft Weight (lbs)

Estimated Number of Passes for Unpaved Runway

Note: One pass is one take-off or one landingOEW = 173,300 lbs, MLW = 262,345 lbs, MTLW = 253,500 lbs

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Austere, Soft/Short Landing Area CapabilityStryker Mission Scenario

Mission Requirement




0

Takeoff / Landing Distance (Feet)

500 2000 2500 30001000 1500

• Infil one Stryker w/Slat then RTB: 60,000 lb payload, 900 NM btw base & LZ, no tanker Conditionsat LZ: CBR 6, 95oF, 4000 ft PA

Reserves = 5 % of cruise fuel + 30 min hold (on return to MOB)

A400M

Landing area length< 2750 ft

MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS

Can infil 40 Stryker vehiclesbefore field is unusable


Austere, Soft/Short Landing Area CapabilityStryker Mission Scenario

Mission Requirement




0

Takeoff / Landing Distance (Feet)

500 2000 2500 30001000 1500

• Infil one Stryker w/Slat then RTB: 60,000 lb payload, 900 NM btw base & LZ, no tanker Conditionsat LZ: CBR 6, 95oF, 4000 ft PA

Reserves = 5 % of cruise fuel + 30 min hold (on return to MOB)

A400M

Landing area length< 2750 ft

A400M can deliver medium armor, like Stryker w/ Slat Armor, directlyto short, soft landing areas

MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS

Can infil 40 Stryker vehiclesbefore field is unusable


A400M Self-Protection Measures




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A400M is optimized for tactical operations in

hostile environments







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Low Detectability: Hard to Find:

• Cockpit fully NVG compatible • Clean engines: no exhaust smoke

• Electronic emission control • Minimized Infra-Red signature

• Enhanced low-level flight capability for optimum terrain masking









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Low Vulnerability: Hard to Hit:

• Highly maneuverable (120° bank)

• Steep descent angle (~12°) • Highly responsive fly-by-wire controls

• Comprehensive Defensive Aids





A400M is optimi ed for tactical operations in




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Low Vulnerability: Hard to Hit:

• Highly maneuverable (120° bank)

• Steep descent angle (~12°) • Highly responsive fly-by-wire controls

• Comprehensive Defensive Aids



High Survivability: Hard to Kill:

• Redundant major aircraft systems

• Robust integrated defensive systemssuite

• Damage tolerant controls

• Armoring of Cockpit • Bullet-resistant windscreens

• Inert gas for fuel tanks





A400M Program Status – 15 Sep, 2010


First Flights

Main Recent Events & Cumulated Flight Test hours




• MSN 1 First flight on 11 Dec 2009

• MSN 2 Maiden flight on 08 April 2010

• MSN 3 Maiden flight on 09 July 2010

Total Activity (as of 15 Sep 2010 )

MSN1 First Flight

11th of December

MSN2 maiden flight

08th of April

MSN3 maiden flight

09 July 2010

Total Hours Number Of Flights

MSN 1 300 H 20 86

MSN 2 223 H 55 70

MSN 3 87 H 48 23

TOTAL 612 179

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Main Near Term Objectives

• MSN4 first flight expected end December



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• MSN4 first flight expected end December 2010

Medium FTI , Mainly dedicated to cargo holdsystem and aerial delivery testing

• MSN6 first flight expected late summer 2011

Light Flight Test Instrumentation mainly

dedicated to post type certificationcomplementary testing.


Th A400M G i l




The A400M Grizzly

Transport’s what won’t fit in

today’s tactical aircraft to placeswhere today’s strategic aircraft

can’t land





ULISUnattended Luggage Inspection System


ULIS modules





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