Updated: November 21, 2013, 12:00 AM
In pictures: taking to the UAE skies on board a Military Airbus
The Airbus Military A400M MRTT stands on the runway at Al Maktoum International Airport. Christopher Pike / The National
Crew on board the Airbus Military A400M MRTT look down at the UAE below as the aircraft gains altitude, 2013. Christopher Pike / The National
The crew get to work on board the Airbus Military A400M MRTT. Christopher Pike / The National
The Airbus Military A400M MRTT welcomes its passengers on the tarmac at Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai. Christopher Pike / The National
An Airbus SAS A400M military plane is seen performing an air display during the 13th Dubai Airshow. Jason Alden/Bloomberg
The sun sets over the UAE, with stunning views from the Airbus Military A400M MRTT. Christopher Pike / The National
Airbus flight engineer Jean Paul Lambert flies with the rear ramp open onboard the Airbus Military A400M MRTT during the Dubai Airshow. Christopher Pike / The National
The pilots plot their course and ensure the Airbus Military A400M MRTT flight goes smoothly. Christopher Pike / The National