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DLR ATRA research aircraft

DLR ATRA research aircraft

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DLR ATRA research aircraft

The Airbus A320-232 D-ATRA, DLR's largest fleet member, has been in operation since the end of 2008.

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The Airbus A320-232 D-ATRA, DLR's largest fleet member, has been in operation since the end of 2008.

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