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RAF A400M resume flights

The Royal Air Force Airbus A400M airlifter fleet has resumed flights, after completing a series of thorough checks on Tuesday. The fl...


The Royal Air Force Airbus A400M airlifter fleet has resumed flights, after completing a series of thorough checks on Tuesday.

The fleet were grounded following the crash of a production A400M during predelivery test flight in Spain on May 9.

The flight procedure were also evaluated to ensure safety during emergency situations.

The preliminary investigation indicated, the A400M lost three of its four Europrop engines, during the intial climb phase. The aircraft struck power lines and caught fire, killing four and seriously injuring 2, onboard.