Electric form: a new electrical systems test and data management tool for the A400M aircraft has been developed in joint collaboration by MK Test Systems and Tyco Electronics

摘要

The A400M will offer longer range, higher payload and capacity, faster cruise speed, and improved levels of tactical performance compared to the aircraft it will replace. Through the use of proven advanced technology developed by Airbus and its partner companies, the A400M will also bring commercial levels of reliability and cost-effectiveness to military airlift operations. The TP400-D6 will be the most powerful turboprop engine ever produced in the western world and, combined with the aircraft's aerodynamic qualities, will make the A400M the world's fastest and advanced new-generation turboprop, fully equipped as an air-to-air refueller. Currently seven European Nations have ordered a total of 180 A400Ms. These statements describe the end product of the massive collaborative effort by the Airbus group and its partners. The nature of this effort, the technologies being introduced, and most importantly the personalities involved in the project meant that when the two companies - MK Test Systems and Tyco Electronics - were awarded the contract to supply the electrical systems test solution for the equipped wing manufacturing line, the partners knew exceptional developments would arise.