The Airbus BelugaXL — the iconic 'whale' cargo aircraft — lifts off to transport massive aircraft components across Europe.
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The Airbus BelugaXL — the iconic 'whale' cargo aircraft — lifts off to transport massive aircraft components across Europe.
Aircraft identity
Registration
F-GXLJ
ICAO Type
A339
Model
Airbus A330-743L BelugaXL
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Airbus Transport International
Airline Code
BGA / 4Y*
Livery
Airbus BelugaXL house colors
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Rolls-Royce Trent 700
Thrust
316 kN (71,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
60.3 meters
Length
63.1 meters
Height
18.9 meters
MTOW
227,000 kg
Range
4,000 km
Capacity
53,000 kg cargo (main deck)
Cruise Speed
737 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4
Location
Airport Code
XFW/EDHI
Airport Name
Hamburg-Finkenwerder Airport
Viewing Spot
Airbus Aussichtspunkt
Camera
Device
Sony A7M4
Lens
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8