Massive Airbus A400M thrills spectators with a ‘backflip' and full loop just moments after takeoff
Published on Jan 16, 2026 at 6:21 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Jan 16, 2026 at 6:21 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
A huge Airbus A400M airplane stunned crowds moments after takeoff by performing what looked like a ‘backflip’ and a full loop during a flight demonstration that quickly went viral.
The massive Airbus, rarely associated with aerobatic moves, showed off shocking agility and left aviation fans at Farnborough Airshow in disbelief.
The jaw-dropping ‘backflip’ maneuver proved that this four-engine giant is capable of far more excitement than anyone expected.
Check out the display in the video clip above; it’ll be sure to blow your mind.
EXPLORE SBX CARS – Supercar auctions starting soon powered by Supercar Blondie
DISCOVER SBX CARS: The global premium car auction platform powered by Supercar Blondie
Daisy has been creating tech content for SB since January 2025. With a History and Journalism degree from Goldsmiths University and a background in multimedia journalism, Daisy is always the first to pitch the seed of an idea to the audience editor team, who collab with her to transform it into a fully informative and engaging story.
