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Airbus Defence & Space anticipates a sale of the A400M Atlas to the Royal Saudi Air Force, highlighting its increased payload capacity from 37 tons to 40 tons. This enhancement will allow the aircraft to carry heavy equipment like tanks and the Patriot missile system.

A memorandum of understanding with Saudi Arabian Military Industries aims to support local production and technology transfer. The A400M, operational for over a decade, has been delivered to 10 nations with a total order of 178. Airbus is also exploring adaptations of the aircraft for new roles including deploying uncrewed aerial systems.