The Noratlas, last legendary aircraft in flying condition, in Perpignan

Perpignan-Rivesaltes Airport welcomes the world's last operational Noratlas, a historic aircraft classified as a Historical Monument.

Generic image of a legendary airplane, on an airport tarmac in the South of France.
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Generic image of a legendary airplane, on an airport tarmac in the South of France.

Perpignan-Rivesaltes Méditerranée Airport is hosting a piece of aeronautical history: the Noratlas, the world's last operational example and classified as a Historical Monument.

A legendary aircraft, the Noratlas, is currently being hosted at the Perpignan Rivesaltes Méditerranée airport. This aircraft, a true witness to aeronautical history, is classified as a Historical Monument. It is the last Noratlas in flying condition in the world!
Designed in the 1950s, the Noratlas long served in military and humanitarian transport. Its distinctive design and its role in major missions have made it an aviation legend.
Even today, it evokes admiration and emotion at each of its stops. It is always a privilege to see it at the Perpignan Rivesaltes Méditerranée airport.
Based on information from the official source: Aéroport Perpignan-Rivesaltes (13/10/2026)