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Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YIT) on the taxiway at Sydney Airport, a true workhorse of Australian domestic skies.

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πŸ“ Spotter's notes

Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 (VH-YIT) on the taxiway at Sydney Airport, a true workhorse of Australian domestic skies.

✈️ Aircraft identity

Registration VH-YIT
ICAO Type B738
Model 737-800
Manufacturer Boeing
Airline Virgin Australia
Airline Code VOZ / VA
Livery Virgin Australia standard livery
Military Civilian

πŸ”§ Technicals

Engine CFM56-7B
Thrust 121 kN (each engine)
Wingspan 35.8 meters (with winglets)
Length 39.5 meters
Height 12.5 meters
MTOW 79,015 kg
Range 5,555 km
Capacity 162-189 passengers (two-class or all-economy)
Cruise Speed 842 km/h
Noise Rating QC/1 (ICAO Stage 4 compliant, approx. 85-89 dB on approach)

πŸ“ Location

Airport Code SYD/YSSY
Airport Name Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
Viewing Spot Shep’s Mound

πŸ“· Camera

Device FUJIFILM X-S10
Lens XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II