  The current status of NLTE model atmosphere calculations of A type stars is
reviewed. During the last decade the research has concentrated on solving the
restricted NLTE line formation problem for trace elements assuming LTE model
atmospheres. There is a general lack of calculated NLTE line blanketed model
atmospheres for A type stars, despite the availability of powerful methods and
computer codes that are able to solve this task. Some directions for future
model atmosphere research are suggested.
