The Airbus A400M, the RAF's future transport aircraft, which was on display at the Farnborough Air Show. The A400M will replace part of the RAF C-130 fleet early in the next decade with 25 on order for the UK. The A400M will be the RAF's new state-of-the-art transport aircraft for the 21st century. Capable of carrying a mixture of troops, equipment, vehicles, and helicopters to the heart of our operations these aircraft will be the backbone of support to troops. Their ability to take-off and land on short makeshift strips will enable deployment of forces quickly and effectively around the world on a variety of operations. Photographer: Harland Quarrington From: www.defenceimages.mod.uk