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Simple A-400m

10.3k VisionAviation  4.6 years ago

Simple Airbus A400m Atlas

So, I tried my best to stay true as much as possible to the real A400, when it comes down to dimensions, shapes, weight, wing-surface and engine power, which really isn't easy to do in the standard SimplePlanes editor because of the limited shape options. Hence why this A400 doesn't have cockpit windows or a cargo bay. I just couldn't do it while making it look good. (Tips are always welcome!)

But what I focussed on mostly was the flight model. I've seen the A400 countless times in real life and for this plane I even looked at a lot of YouTube videos just to get a general "feel" of the aircraft's performance and handling. And I think with this Simpleplanes Airbus A400 I got it pretty close. The A400 is a massive flying machine, but regardless of it's size, it manoeuvres like a graceful eagle. So does this replica.

Otherwise, it's really simple. Not many functions to go through.

  • Activate 6: Formation Lights
  • Activate 7: Landing Lights
  • Activate 8: All other lights
  • Flaps (required for a soft landing): VTOL
  • The aircraft does have elevator trim, which I definitely recommend for autopilot use as the SimplePlanes autopilot always makes planes drop in altitude. Same with this Replica. Also very helpful with descend and take-off.

Feel free to grab it and edit it to make it look better and to re-upload it. Just tag me in it, I'd love to see!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 146.2ft (44.6m)
  • Length 145.7ft (44.4m)
  • Height 46.6ft (14.2m)
  • Empty Weight 95,852lbs (43,478kg)
  • Loaded Weight 145,822lbs (66,143kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.137
  • Wing Loading 47.6lbs/ft2 (232.6kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 3,061.5ft2 (284.4m2)
  • Drag Points 50223

Parts

  • Number of Parts 198
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 1,036